(2026-07-27). Iran says it will halt strikes as long as US bombing pause holds. geo.tv Vessels at the Strait of Hormuz, as seen from Musandam, Oman, July 26, 2026. — Reuters US envoy to UN says Trump paused strikes to give diplomacy more time.US official says pause occurred over concerns of depleted munitions stocks.Tehran says has 'more scepticism than…
(2026-07-27). Trump panics as Iran flexes 'Hormuz atomic bomb'? US halts strikes as Oman rushes to Tehran talks. hindustantimes.com The Strait of Hormuz remains at the heart of the Iran-U.S. standoff. Iran claims its naval forces are firmly in control of the strategic waterway, while talks with Oman over maritime security and commercial shipping continue. As tensions remain high, the Hormuz chokepoint continues to shape the regional conflict and global energy markets.
(2026-07-27). Will the Hormuz and Bab el-Mandeb Crisis Push Europe Closer to a U.S.-Led Military Intervention? thinktank.pk Europe's security debate is no longer defined solely by the Russia—Ukraine war. Growing instability across the Middle East has renewed attention to two of the world's most important maritime chokepoints: the Strait of Hormuz and the Bab el-Mandeb. Together, these narrow waterways connect Gulf energy producers with global markets through the Arabian Sea, the Red …
(2026-07-27). Trump puts Xi, Putin on notice? Unleashes Ukraine-style sea drones to sink warship in Pacific. hindustantimes.com The U.S. Navy has showcased Ukraine-style kamikaze sea drones during the RIMPAC 2026 exercise, sinking a retired warship in a demonstration of evolving naval warfare. The drills come as Washington accelerates unmanned maritime capabilities amid growing concerns over China's expanding navy and Russia's military modernization.
(2026-07-27). Iran's Middle East Attacks Trigger New Gulf Alliance as UAE, Kuwait and Bahrain Unite. thinktank.pk Iran's latest military campaign across the Middle East has done more than intensify tensions with the United States and Israel. It has fundamentally altered the political landscape inside the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC). While Tehran announced that it would suspend retaliatory strikes as long as the United States maintains its military pause, the strategic consequences …
(2026-07-27). Democracy Now! 2026-07-27 Monday. democracynow.org Headlines for July 27, 2026; "Frontlines of a Burning World": Climate Change-Fueled "Megafires" Sweep Europe & North America; "Iraq 2.0"?: Rep. Jim McGovern on Iran War, New Red Scare, Israeli War Crimes & Dem Party Divide; Israeli Army & Settlers Are Working Together to "Ethnically Cleanse" West Bank: Mariam Barghouti | Headlines for July 27, 2026; "Frontlines of a Burning World": Climate Change-Fueled "Megafires" Sweep Europe & North America; "Iraq 2.0"?: Rep. Jim McGovern on Iran War, New Red Scare, Israeli War Crimes & Dem Party…
(2026-07-27). Abdul El-Sayed Faces Islamophobic Attacks From GOP and Democratic Establishment. theintercept.com 
In a July 19 interview with a leading Democratic Senate candidate in the swing state of Michigan, CNN host Jake Tapper homed in on the U.S.—Israeli war on Iran — but he didn't ask the candidate's thoughts on the hundreds of Iranian and Lebanese civilians killed, nor the possibility of U.S. war crimes, and not even 18 dead U.S. soldiers. Instead, Tapper Tapper was pressing Abdul El-Sayed, a former public health official who could beco…
(2026-07-27). Hormuz e BƒÅb al-Mandab: il doppio fronte marittimo che puà≤ decidere il conflitto. strategic-culture.su Il controllo iraniano dello Stretto di Hormuz e la capacità degli Houthi di condizionare BƒÅb al-Mandab trasformano il conflitto in una contesa sulle arterie dell'economia mondiale, mostrando i limiti della superiorità militare statunitense e israeliana. | Segue nostro La guerra contro l'Iran ha assunto una dimensione che supera ormai i confini del confronto militare diretto. Gli attacchi statunitensi e israeliani, la risposta…
reuters.com (2026-07-24). Reaction to US imposing new tariffs on 60 trading partnersThe Trump administration on Friday imposed new tariffs of 10% and 12.5% on goods from 60 trading partners, including the European Union and China
en.mehrnews.com (2026-07-24). Casualties Among Us Troops Reported in Latest Irgc Strikes
The operation was carried out in response to recent US attacks on Iranian military and civilian sites. The operation, launched under the code name "Ya Hassan ibn Ali," was dedicated to the victims of the Shajareh Tayyebeh School in Minab.
truthout.org (2026-07-24). Trump Threatens Massive Attack of Unprecedented Proportion on IranTrump has threatened to conduct an attack on Iran that's "bigger than ever," saying that he is still considering whether or not to do so after weeks of vowing to attack Iran's civilian infrastructure, in what experts say would be war crimes.
en.mehrnews.com (2026-07-25). US attack on Iranian rescue boats amounts to war crimeIran's deputy UN envoy on Friday strongly condemned the United States for deliberately attacking two Iranian search-and-rescue vessels operating in Iranian territorial waters, calling the strike a war crime.
mondoweiss.net (2026-07-26). The farce of Trump's nuclear deal with Saudi Arabia – Mondoweiss
The Trump Administration and Saudi Arabia signed an agreement for the U.S. to provide the Saudis with nuclear material and equipment for a civilian nuclear program.
In announcing the signing, U.S. Energy Secretary Chris Wright said, "Rest assured, these agreements uphold the highest standards of nuclear safety and nonproliferation, while relying on the world's best nuclear technology and scientists, designed right here in the United States."
That is a blatant lie.
thecradle.co (2026-07-26). US strikes against Iran 'on hold' amid fears of depleted missile stocks, further escalationThe US has paused its strikes on Iran for the past two days after 13 straight days of attacks, amid concerns that stocks of missile interceptors needed to defend US assets and personnel in the Gulf are running dangerously low.
presstv.co.uk (2026-07-26). Violating oil tanker explodes in Strait of Hormuz after hitting naval mine: Report
An oil tanker has exploded in the Strait of Hormuz after it deviated from a shipping route designated by Iranian authorities, according to Iranian media, as the Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) intercepted six vessels for attempting illegal transit through the strategic waterway.
(2026-07-27). Trump rules out missile shortages, yet US commanders admit to letting some Iran missiles hit bases. hindustantimes.com Despite Trump's denials of any U.S. weapons shortfall, commanders in the Middle East are now selectively intercepting Iranian missiles and drones, letting some hit low‚Äëvalue or empty sites to conserve scarce interceptors. This video explains how "ammo saving" tactics work, why bases are sometimes left to be struck, and what it reveals about the real strain on American stocks.
(2026-07-27). Trump says there is 'good chance' of deal with Iran. tribune.com.pk 
US President Donald Trump said on Monday that there is a good chance" of reaching a deal with Iran, but warned that Washington would resume military operations if negotiations fail. | "They want to meet, and we are meeting. We'll see what happens. There is a chance we can make a deal," Trump told reporters. | "Without what we did, they wouldn't even be talking to us," he added. | "We're talking right now," Trump told reporters aboard Air Force One. "We're having good talks… I think there's a good chance that something could happen, and if it does, good; if it doesn't, we go back to doing…
(2026-07-27). US, Iran Threaten Attacks on Civilian Infrastructure (HRW). juancole.com
(2026-07-27). Iran says no talks underway with US, sets conditions for future negotiations. tribune.com.pk 
Iran said Monday that it is not currently engaged in negotiations with the United States and that any future talks would depend on Washington changing its conduct. | Addressing a press briefing, Foreign Ministry spokesman Esmaeil Baghaei dismissed reports that Tehran had sought negotiations with the US. "That does not accord with our principles. Claims that Iran has requested negotiations are merely reports," Baghaei said in his comments carried by the semi-official Mehr news agency. | He said Iran has consistently viewed diplomacy as a tool for safeguarding its interests. "We have never hesitated to use diplo…
(2026-07-27). UN eyeing potential Israeli war crimes in Lebanon. aljazeera.com High Commissioner Turk discusses displacement and trauma in Lebanon, asserting Israel is violating international law.
(2026-07-27). How Hakeem Jeffries and J Street Teamed Up for Arming Genocide. worldbeyondwar.org 
When House Democratic leader Hakeem Jeffries sent out a recent "dear colleague" letter, its second sentence cited "the position articulated by… pro-peace organizations like J Street." #WorldBEYONDWar…
(2026-07-27). Sunday 8/30: Doctors Against Genocide (DAG) Weekly Webinar. indybay.org
(2026-07-27). The debate over Trump's plans for a "massive" escalation in Iran: Everything is discussed except the crime. wsws.org The Iran war is treated across the US political establishment as a policy that has failed, not a crime that has been committed.
(2026-07-27). Cuba's Díaz-Canel: 'May each dawn find us standing firm in the struggle'. wibailoutpeople.org
(2026-07-27). °Manos fuera de Cuba! Solidaridad desde la cima de Alemania. radiohc.cu 
Hace falta oxígeno. Y no me refiero solo al que escasea a casi tres mil metros de altura. Hablo del otro, del que falta cuando el imperio aprieta el cerco y la guerra económica se ensaña con un pueblo que se niega a doblegarse. Y ese oxígeno nos ha llegado desde la cima más alta de Alemania, cuando este sábado 25 de julio, ocho activistas demostraron que la solidaridad también se conquista con las piernas y con el corazón. | Ocho horas de ascenso les tomó al grupo de jóvenes —la mayoría con al menos medio año de vida en Cuba, bajo el Proyecto Tamara Bunke— alcanzar los 2.962 metros del Zugspitze. Y no…
(2026-07-27). Speech by Cuban President Miguel Díaz-Canel in Pinar del Rio on July 26th. radiohc.cu The full speech by Miguel Díaz-Canel Bermúdez, First Secretary of the Central Committee of the Communist Party of Cuba and President of the Republic, at the main event commemorating the 73rd anniversary of the attacks on the Moncada and Carlos Manuel de Céspedes barracks, National Rebellion Day: | Comrades of the Presidency; | Dear residents of Pinar del Río; | Friends of Solidarity: | In the early hours of today, I received a call from Army General Raúl Castro Ruz, leader of our Revolution, who asked me to convey the following message to you: | "Dear people of Pinar del Río, please accept my affection and recogn…
(2026-07-27). Evaluarán diputados cubanos implementación de las transformaciones económicas y sociales. radiohc.cu La Asamblea Nacional del Poder Popular de Cuba (ANPP) discutirá esta semana temas neurálgicos para el país y evaluará la implementación de las transformaciones económicas y sociales en curso. | El Séptimo Período Ordinario de Sesiones de la ANPP, en su X Legislatura, iniciará el 29 de julio en el Palacio de Convenciones de La Habana. Su agenda incluye la actualización sobre la ejecución del Presupuesto del Estado en 2026 y la presentación de la liquidación correspondiente al año 2025. | Los diputados analizarán además varios proyectos de ley, entre ellos: De Tierra Agropecuaria y Forestal, De la Vivienda, De Orga…
(2026-07-27). Los cubanos de hoy somos también vencedores de imposibles. radiohc.cu Discurso pronunciado por Miguel Mario Díaz-Canel Bermúdez, Primer Secretario del Comité Central del Partido Comunista de Cuba y Presidente de la República, en el acto central por el aniversario 73 del asalto a los cuarteles Moncada y Carlos Manuel de Céspedes, en la provincia de Pinar del Río, el 26 de julio de 2026, "Año del Centenario del Comandante en Jefe Fidel Castro Ruz"
(2026-07-27). Prof. Dr. Ulrike Guerot: The great transition from Pax Americana to the BRICS world…" unitedworldint.com By Prof. Dr. Ulrike Guérot, Political Scientist, Founder of the European Democracy Lab, Germany The international conference entitled "The Alliance to Prevent a Great War," organized by the World Civilizations Initiative Research Center, was held at the Meyra Palace Hotel in Ankara on 18—19 July 2026. UWI will present the speeches held on the conference …
(2026-07-27). NATO's Military Operations and Europe's Defense Corridors. unitedworldint.com By Stefano Vernole, Deputy Director of the Eurasia and Mediterranean Research Center, Italy The international conference entitled "The Alliance to Prevent a Great War," organized by the World Civilizations Initiative Research Center, was held at the Meyra Palace Hotel in Ankara on 18—19 July 2026. UWI will present the speeches held on the conference during …
(2026-07-27). Summertime Palestinian Olive Oil Sale in Madison August 8, 2026. wibailoutpeople.org 
Summertime Palestinian Olive Oil Sale317 Rethke Ave. on Madison's east side. — 10 am -5 pm, rain or shine. Playgrounds for Palestine fair trade olive oil is organically produced by hand by family farms on the hills of Palestine, where for millennia civilizations have come together at the crossroads of Asia, Africa and Europe to …
(2026-07-27). CLAIM: Climate change reached into the past and collapsed Bronze Age civilizations. wattsupwiththat.com From the "is there anything climate change can't do when models are involved?" department. On the plus side, this study illustrates how natural climate cycles were involved. — Anthony Unravelling…
(2026-07-27). Has Burnham kept his promise to do better on Israel's war on Gaza? aljazeera.com Will Britain's new cabinet change the country's role in Israel's war on Gaza?>
(2026-07-27). The suffering in Gaza is far from over: ICRC Regional Director. icrc.org
(2026-07-27). What drove Venezuela's decision to leave the ICC? aljazeera.com The ICC says its investigation into alleged crimes against humanity will continue despite the withdrawal.
(2026-07-27). Trump Says US Has Taken "Billions and Billions" From Venezuela and Iran Is Next. truthout.org President Donald Trump claimed that the U.S. has seized over $13 billion in oil revenues from Venezuela and is using it for "running the country" in remarks on Monday in which he threatened to do the same to Iran. Late last week, the Financial Times estimated that the U.S. has put roughly $13 billion of Venezuela's oil revenues into a reported U.S. Treasury account ever since the Trump… |
(2026-07-27). Venezuela earthquake: ICRC mobilizes rapid response in support of the Venezuelan Red Cross‚ÄØ. icrc.org
(2026-07-27). WHYY Newscast for Monday 5:00 p.m. whyy.org The latest local headlines from WHYY…
(2026-07-27). These Democrats Voted Against The Iran War — Then Agreed To Fund It. levernews.com 
(2026-07-27). Ukraine wants prototype of European missile defence system by mid-2027, official says. tribune.com.pk 
Ukraine wants a prototype for a European anti-ballistic system codenamed Freyja to be ready within the first half of next year, a senior official said, as Kyiv pushes its allies to help deliver a weapon capable of downing Russian missiles. | Davyd Aloian, deputy secretary of Ukraine's National Security and Defence Council, who oversees the Freyja project, said that an international steering committee tasked with estimating the research and development costs was due to convene for the first time soon. | Leaders from 10 European countries, including Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy, as well as around a do…
(2026-07-27). Digital ID scrapped and ECHR jurisdiction in the Court of Appeal. ukhumanrightsblog.com In the News Digital ID scrapped: On Tuesday, the new Prime Minister, Andy Burnham, announced that the Government would scrap plans to bring in mandatory digital ID. The policy, announced under the Starmer administration, was intended to help tackle illegal migration and working, as well as improve access to public services. However, the plan received …
(2026-07-27). New Publication: War Is Still A Lie. worldbeyondwar.org 
War Is Still A Lie is an updated third edition of War Is A Lie and includes a new 90-page investigation of how lies about wars have changed. #WorldBEYONDWar…
(2026-07-27). Mapping Israeli settler violence in the West Bank. aljazeera.com Israeli settlers have set fire to a mosque in the West Bank village of Qusra, and continued violent attacks.
(2026-07-27). Youth in Nigeria Lead the Conversation on Disarmament in Kaduna State. worldbeyondwar.org 
Nigeria continues to face a severe armed violence crisis driven by insurgency, organized crime, communal conflict, and the widespread proliferation of small arms and light weapons. #WorldBEYONDWar…
(2026-07-27). Majority of Americans see Iran war as tougher than expected: poll. tribune.com.pk 
(2026-07-27). 'Get out the bad apples': Delaware's largest trades union targets incumbent Democrats after labor bill fails in House. whyy.org 
What are journalists missing from the state of Delaware? What would you most like WHYY News to cover? Hope turned to shock and anger on July 1, as Delaware labor leaders, who believed they were on the cusp of passing legislation they'd spent at least a decade pushing for, saw the House chamber adjourn without considering their bill. | "Every member in attendance at our July meeting was completely enraged by the fact that we didn't even get a floor vote," said James Ascione, treasurer of the local chapter of the International Union of Operating Engineers. | House Democrats ru…
(2026-07-27). As GOP megabill's SNAP cuts take effect, millions lose food aid and states face first-ever billion-dollar bill. nationofchange.org New tracking finds SNAP enrollment has fallen by more than 4.5 million people since July 2025, and analysts warn states could soon owe roughly $9 billion a year.
(2026-07-27). PM, Chinese envoy discuss regional developments. tribune.com.pk 
Jiang Zaidong, Ambassador of China, called on Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif at the Prime Minister House on Monday and discussed matters of mutual interest. | Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar, Federal Minister for Planning, Development and Special Initiatives Ahsan Iqbal, Advisor to the Prime Minister Dr. Syed Tauqir Shah and Foreign Secretary Ambassador Amna Baloch were also present. | The Prime Minister conveyed his warm regards and greetings to President Xi Jinping and Premier Li Qiang. He reaffirmed the Pakistan-China All Weather Strategic Cooperative Partnership, while fondly r…
(2026-07-27). Israeli raid sparks fire at UN Palestinian refugee centre. aljazeera.com Israeli forces raided a United Nations Relief and Works Agency for Palestine Refugees training centre.
(2026-07-27). Oops Another Aussie State Just Forgot to Enforce Prime Minister Albanese's Green Data Center Mandate. wattsupwiththat.com Its a tough call – supporting the Federal Government's renewable energy programme vs having an economic future.
(2026-07-27). "Megafires" in France and Spain Force Over 350,000 People to Evacuate. truthout.org France and Spain are battling catastrophic wildfires that have forced more than 350,000 people to evacuate their homes. The fires began in the southwest of France on Wednesday before spreading to Spain, where they have consumed more than 120,000 acres in what is now the most destructive fire in Spain's recent history. Meanwhile, a new heat wave is expected to hit Europe this week… |
(2026-07-27). Children's Hospital set for expansion. tribune.com.pk 
The district administration has announced the expansion of the city's Children's Hospital from 314 to 450 beds and vowed to expedite the project under the Punjab government's healthcare reforms. | During a visit to the hospital, Faisalabad Commissioner Dr Imran Hamid Sheikh said the expansion was part of Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz Sharif's initiatives to improve healthcare facilities across the province. | He said the hospital would be equipped with state-of-the-art medical facilities and assured that the issue of providing the required number of doctors would be taken up with the relevant authorities. | Dr S…
(2026-07-27). CM orders expansion of ration scheme. tribune.com.pk 
Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz Sharif has announced an additional allocation of Rs43.2 billion this year for a ration card programme after Rs28 billion had been disbursed to 1.2 million registered workers through the scheme. | According to a statement issued on Monday, the number of registered workers in Punjab has reached a record 1,403,063. So far, 1,244,130 of them have received the Maryam Nawaz Ration Cards, while the printing of 4,984 cards is under way. | The registered workers obtain essential commodities worth Rs3,000 per month from 62,000 shops across the province through the card. | Under the pro…
(2026-07-27). Manitowoc, September 12, 2026: Love Not Hate! Rally. wibailoutpeople.org 
(2026-07-27). 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.
(2026-07-27). "Humanitarian challenges today are global, and so must be the solutions" icrc.org Launch of the 2025 Beijing Symposium Report…
(2026-07-27). Wednesday 8/26: Picket & Pray. indybay.org Zoom | zoom.us/meeting/register/tU6krXE_RRGWnxK……
(2026-07-27). Monday 7/27: Sped Up Schedule of Cop Crackdowns on Coral Street Encampment Community. indybay.org Limekiln and Coral St. ⚪ meet on Limekiln to cover Coral St., Limekiln, and adjacent streets depending on the police harassment radius.
(2026-07-27). Burnham hosts Zelensky, promises deeper UK involvement in war with Russia. wsws.org Prime Minister Andy Burnham said "it was a very warm meeting… We got on very well indeed, and this is going to be a close partnership."
(2026-07-27). Musk Says He Got "Carried Away" With DOGE Cuts, Which Are Set to Kill Millions. truthout.org Elon Musk has shared that he got "carried away" during his time heading the supposed "Department of Government Efficiency," or DOGE, in the early months of the second Donald Trump term — with the billionaire seeming to express only mild regret for the sweeping, illegal government cuts that are slated to kill millions of people across the world over the coming years. "I think I got a little… |
(2026-07-27). Tuesday 8/4: Phonebank for Cori Bush! indybay.org Online | www.mobilize.us/coribush1/event/918558/…
(2026-07-27). Republicans' 'dumb on crime' crusade in Washington, DC, is coming to your state next. therealnews.com 
Cash bail, mandatory minimums, incarcerating children as adults—the Trump-led GOP is destroying decades of criminal justice reforms for "tough on crime" policies that are not only cruel but objectively don't work. | Cash bail, mandatory minimums, incarcerating children as adults—the Trump-led GOP is destroying decades of criminal justice reforms for "tough on crime" policies that are not only cruel but objectively don't work. prison reform,Trump,video,Washington,criminal justice reform
(2026-07-27). Multan's mango gifting tradition in peril. tribune.com.pk 
Among its many identities, Multan proudly carries the title of the city of gift-givers during the mango season when thousands of people send boxes of the famous fruit to relatives, friends and colleagues across the country and abroad. | For the residents, mango gifting is not just a seasonal practice but a symbol of love, respect and lasting relationships. Carefully packed mango boxes often become a way to reconnect with old friends, honour teachers, thank customers and keep family bonds strong despite distance. A box of premium Multani mangoes carries emotional value far beyond the fruit itself. | However, th…
(2026-07-27). Islamist attack on Berlin CSD: Government intensifies police state offensive. wsws.org The reactionary attack on queer people is being used by the federal government to push forward the expansion of the police and intelligence apparatus. Its talk of "freedom" and "openness" is thoroughly hypocritical.
(2026-07-27). Weekly Climate and Energy News Roundup. wattsupwiththat.com Quote of the Week: "An expert is a man who has made all the mistakes, which can be made, in a very narrow field." — Niels Bohr…
(2026-07-27). 'We will not be bullied': Plymouth Township pushes back against proposed Conshohocken data center. whyy.org This story is part of the From the Poconos to the Jersey Shore to the mouth of the Delaware Bay, what do you want to know about climate change? What would you like us to cover?
| Plymouth Township Council is accusing the developer of a proposed data center in Conshohocken of intimidation and bullying over their opposition to the controversial plan. | The 2 million-square-foot facility would span 10 existing buildings at the recently…
(2026-07-27). Eritrea's Hybrid War On Ethiopia Threatens To Set The Whole Horn Aflame. thealtworld.com Ethiopia is on its own and cannot rely on US diplomatic assistance for resolving the spiraling regional security dilemma that Egypt orchestrated and is weaponizing against it via Eritrea. | Getachew Reda, Ethiopian Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed's Advisor on East African Affairs and co-author of a
(2026-07-27). The Right Seeks to Capitalize on Berlin Pride Attack — Even as It Poses Its Own Existential Threat to Queer Lives. theintercept.com 
Day in and day out, it is the likes of Germany's conservative parties, and the Republicans at home, who are assaulting LGBTQ+ rights.
(2026-07-27). Six arrested for BISP fraud. tribune.com.pk 
Federal Investigation Agency (FIA) on Monday raided a Benazir Income Support Programme (BISP) office in Kot Addu and arrested six retailers for illegally extorting money from beneficiary women. | According to the FIR, the retailers were arrested during the raid for their involvement in illegal deductions from beneficiaries at the office. | The retailers, instead of providing free mobile SIMs to the women as required, were illegally charging Rs1,500 from each, the FIR stated. | SIM cards, biometric devices, mobile phones and identity cards were seized from the suspects. A case was registered against them in Der…
(2026-07-27). China Artists Association launches digital art museum. ecns.cn The China Artists Association launched its digital art museum Saturday in Beijing, marking a milestone in the organization's digital transformation.
(2026-07-27). Media crisis: Tarar blames PTI policies. tribune.com.pk 
Information Minister Attaullah Tarar on Monday said media policies introduced in 2019 were the primary cause of the financial difficulties facing Pakistan's media industry, saying those measures significantly shrank the sector's financial space and their effects continued to be felt years later. | Addressing the inauguration ceremony of the National Press Club's website, the minister said it was the government's responsibility to formulate policies that strengthened the media industry and ensured journalists could earn a dignified livelihood. | Referring to the financial challenges confronting media organisati…
(2026-07-27). New Indonesian museum showcases Chinese dinosaur fossils. ecns.cn The Tahir Solo Museum in Surakarta, Indonesia, opened on Friday, with a special exhibition featuring dinosaur fossils from China as one of its inaugural displays.
(2026-07-27). Britain's battery boom 'risks overwhelming the grid'. wattsupwiththat.com The thousands of batteries being deployed to stabilise Britain's electricity networks could bring down the grid, government experts have warned.
(2026-07-27). 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.
(2026-07-27). Trump Is Already Outpacing His First-Term Record Number of Airstrikes on Somalia. truthout.org In a recent video released by the State Department, Secretary of State Marco Rubio declared, "The inspiration of America to the rest of the world has been extraordinary." The video, which commemorates the 250th anniversary of the U.S. Declaration of Independence, hails the legacy of the framers while a voiceover praises the generations who "dedicated themselves to building a more peaceful and… |
(2026-07-27). Why Is Irregular Migration to Germany Falling So Quickly? thinktank.pk Germany has long been one of Europe's principal destinations for asylum seekers, labor migrants, and refugees. Since the 2015 migration crisis, the country's migration policy has become one of the defining issues in domestic politics and European policymaking. New police data for 2025 indicate a marked decline in irregular migration and human smuggling. Recorded smuggling …
(2026-07-27). Punjab imposes 60-day ban on swimming. tribune.com.pk 
The Punjab government has imposed Section 144 across the province for 60 days, banning swimming in rivers, canals, dams, lakes and ponds, bathing in accumulated rainwater, and unauthorised boating, citing heightened risks to public safety during the ongoing monsoon season. | According to a notification issued by the Punjab Home Department, the restrictions came into immediate effect under Section 144 of the Code of Criminal Procedure, 1898, and will remain in force for 60 days unless withdrawn earlier. | The ban prohibits bathing in rainwater accumulated on streets, roads, open spaces and other public places.
(2026-07-27). Burnham welcomes Zelenskyy as first international guest. aljazeera.com Andy Burnham, Britain's new prime minister, welcomed Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy to the United Kingdom.
(2026-07-27). Chad to join raft of withdrawals from International Criminal Court. aljazeera.com Chad becomes the fifth country to withdraw from the ICC recently, amid rising US pressure and accusations of bias.
(2026-07-27). Provincial budget faces tough balancing act. tribune.com.pk 
The provincial budget faces mounting pressure as the province seeks to fund development priorities while meeting strict IMF requirements. With a Rs910 billion surplus target and a Rs546 billion transfer to the federal government, concerns are growing over the resources available for public services and development projects. | The government has significantly reduced the development budget, leaving little room for major new projects and shifting its focus towards completing ongoing schemes. However, several projects included in the budget have yet to receive approval from the Executive Committee of the National…
(2026-07-27). Kuwaiti FM arrives today on two-day visit. tribune.com.pk 
Kuwaiti Foreign Minister Sheikh Jarrah Jaber Al-Ahmad Al-Sabah will undertake a two-day official visit to Pakistan on Tuesday (today) and Wednesday (tomorrow) at the invitation of Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar, the Foreign Office said in a statement on Monday. | During the visit, Al-Sabah will hold talks with Dar. The two sides will review the entire spectrum of bilateral relations and exchange views on regional and international developments of mutual interest," the statement said. | According to the statement, Al-Sabah is also expected to pay a courtesy call on the Pakistani leadership…
(2026-07-27). DOJ Charges Alleged Cop City Activist Over "Duress" Password That Wipes Phone. truthout.org The Department of Justice is trying to prosecute a man allegedly involved in the movement against Atlanta's Cop City for using a "duress" password on his smartphone that reportedly wiped its contents, in a seemingly unprecedented line of prosecution as the Trump administration expands its methods of criminalizing those with left-wing beliefs. According to The Guardian, the defendant… |
(2026-07-27). Motorcyclist killed, 3 injured in accidents. tribune.com.pk 
A motorcyclist was killed after being hit by a speeding unknown vehicle on Shahra-e-Faisal near Star Gate, while three people, including a woman, were injured when a passenger bus crashed into a bridge wall near Malir 15 Bridge. | According to police, the fatal accident occurred near the PSO pump in the jurisdiction of Airport Police Station. The victim was identified as 25-year-old Talha son of Aqeel. His body was shifted to Jinnah Hospital by Chhipa ambulance for legal formalities. | Police said Talha died on the spot after being struck by a speeding unknown vehicle. An investigation has been launched to tra…
(2026-07-27). Saturday 7/25: Virtual Screening of "Britain's WWI Debt Crisis & Palestine" indybay.org Zoom | us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_YKSD……
(2026-07-27). Monday 7/27: 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…
(2026-07-27). Reject Pax Silica! Reject RIMPAC and other Military Exercises! worldbeyondwar.org 
Since the beginning of his term, President Marcos has always relied on the 'legacies' of his father, former dictator Ferdinand Marcos Sr., from agricultural policies to financial programs, while continuing to act as a lapdog of the United States in Asia. #WorldBEYONDWar…
(2026-07-27). Iraq: Photography Award 2026. icrc.org International Committee of the Red Cross & Iraqi Red Crescent Society…
(2026-07-27). Thai-China Cooperation Expo concludes in Bangkok. ecns.cn The four-day 2026 Thai-China Cooperation Expo concluded on Saturday in Bangkok, highlighting cooperation in trade, investment, technology and education.
(2026-07-27). Australian Labor Party conference: Right-wing apparatus suppresses any debate. wsws.org There was a close connection between the form of the conference, which suppressed any discussion, and Labor's commitment to a program of war, austerity and attacks on democratic rights.
(2026-07-27). CJP stresses importance of digital literacy. tribune.com.pk 
Chief Justice of Pakistan Yahya Afridi on Monday underscored the importance of digital literacy among all justice sector stakeholders, observing that effective use of technology was | essential for transitioning towards an automated, efficient, and responsive justice system. | The chief justice was talking to a delegation of the Punjab Bar Council. He briefed the delegation on capacity-building initiatives being undertaken through the Federal Judicial Academy and encouraged members of the legal fraternity | to make effective use | of the available training and professional development opportunities.
(2026-07-27). Pakistan-administered Kashmir opens polls in violence-wracked vote. aljazeera.com First of three rounds of voting held after weeks of protests during which dozens of people were killed.
(2026-07-27). AI "News" Outlet Pushes False and Misleading Info Amid New Mexico Flooding Crisis. truthout.org Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham on Friday announced emergency orders directing $500,000 to help with statewide flooding disasters, including in Gallup, where historic monsoon rains in McKinley County flooded streets, damaged homes and tested the city's aging drainage system. Leah March, a spokesperson for the governor's office, told Source NM in an email that the funding will provide sandbags… |
(2026-07-27). Frank Gehry (1929—2025) and his search for a "sliver of space" wsws.org Gehry rejected the classical stylistic references adopted by…
(2026-07-27). US measles hits a 35-year high: One front in a global unraveling of public health. wsws.org On July 23, 2026, the CDC reported that the number of measles cases in the US surpassed the total for the whole of 2025.
(2026-07-27). "It was universally understood as a revolution." An Interview with historian Matthew Stewart on the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence. wsws.org The World Socialist Web Site spoke with historian Matthew Stewart about the American Revolution, slavery, abolition, radical philosophy and the democratic and egalitarian traditions in American history.
(2026-07-27). Saturday 7/25: California Single Payer Meeting For Heatlhcare. indybay.org Eric Quesada Center | 518 Valencia St | San Francisc…
(2026-07-27). CM concerned over Johar's crumbling roads. tribune.com.pk 
Taking serious notice of worsening road conditions and persistent sewage problems in Gulistan-e-Johar, Chief Minister Murad Ali Shah on Monday directed Mayor Murtaza Wahab to ensure immediate remedial measures. | The chief minister ordered the swift rehabilitation of major arteries as well as internal streets in the locality, stressing that the ongoing development and repair work must be personally monitored by the mayor. | He also sought an urgent report on road restoration, drainage issues, and the cleaning of sewerage lines, underscoring the need for prompt action to address civic complaints. | CM Shah main…
(2026-07-27). 9th WAAMA Abacus and Mental Arithmetic Contest held in Beijing. ecns.cn The 9th Abacus and Mental Arithmetic Contest of the World Association of Abacus and Mental Arithmetic (WAAMA) concluded in Beijing on Saturday, drawing a record-high 254 contestants from 28 teams across 11 countries and regions, including Australia, Indonesia, Russia, the Republic of Korea, the United States, and China.
(2026-07-27). China strengthens seed industry IP protection. ecns.cn China has stepped up intellectual property protection in the seed industry through legal, judicial and administrative measures, the Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Affairs said Monday.
(2026-07-27). Constitutional Court ruling restricting Gagauzia's autonomy. unitedworldint.com The Constitutional Court of the Republic Moldova has issued a ruling restricting the acquired rights of the Gagauz people. On July 9, the Constitutional Court of the Republic of Moldova ruled that elections in Gagauzia would be organized under the authority of the Central Electoral Commission in Chi»ôinƒÉu. It also terminated the activities of the …
(2026-07-27). Three killed, four wounded in Seattle food festival shooting, police say. tribune.com.pk 
Three people were killed and four others, including a toddler, were wounded on Sunday in a shooting at a downtown Seattle food festival, police said, adding that a suspect had been taken into custody. | A second suspect was also believed to be involved, and officers were searching for that person, Seattle Police Department Assistant Chief Tyrone Davis said in a media briefing late on Sunday. | Police are investigating a shooting. Multiple shooting victims. Shots fired at the Seattle Center. More information to come. Please avoid the area. | — Seattle Police Department (@Seattle…
(2026-07-27). Seattle Food Festival Shooting: 3 killed, 4 injured near Space Needle. ptcnews.tv Seatlle food festival shooting: At least three persons were killed and four others injured after gunfire broke out at the Bite of Seattle food festival in Seattle, United States, the police said. The shooting took place at Seattle Centre, only a short distance from the city's famous Space Needle.The Seattle Mayor's Office said the police had taken one suspect into custody. However, authorities also said another suspected shooter remained at large. The police believe the incident may have started after two persons opened fire at each other. Investigators have recovered two guns from the area.The Seattle Police De…
(2026-07-27). Thursday 8/20: The Clift Royal Sonesta Hotel Continues Its Speaker Series: Making History Fun Again. indybay.org The Clift Royal Sonesta Hotel – 495 Geary St, San Francisco, CA 94102…
(2026-07-27). Malaysia-China Friendship Run draws 5,000 participants in Sabah. ecns.cn More than 5,000 people joined the 2026 Malaysia China Friendship Run in Kota Kinabalu, Sabah, on Sunday, highlighting growing people-to-people ties.
(2026-07-27). Democrats reject any appeal to popular opposition to subversion of midterm elections. wsws.org The lurch to dictatorship is not the work of one individual, but rather the response of a crisis-ridden ruling oligarchy to unprecedented levels of social polarization and growing opposition in the working class.
(2026-07-27). 13th edition of Xinhua Dictionary released, circulation tops 700 million. ecns.cn The 13th edition of the Xinhua Dictionary has been published nationwide, with cumulative circulation surpassing 700 million copies.
(2026-07-27). Pakistan, Qatar review security cooperation, explore new areas of collaboration as Naqvi visits Doha. tribune.com.pk 
Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi on Monday reviewed cooperation in the security sector and discussed ways to further expand collaboration with Qatar's Minister of Interior and Commander of the Internal Security Force (Lekhwiya) Sheikh Khalifa bin Hamad. | A statement by Qatar's Ministry of Interior said Sheikh Khalifa received Naqvi at its office in Doha, where the two sides reviewed cooperative relations between the two countries in the security field. | "They discussed ways to further strengthen and develop them, in addition to exchanging views on several issues of mutual interest," the statement added. | H.E.
(2026-07-27). Lebanon's displaced endure 'exhaustion and despair'. aljazeera.com UN High Commissioner for Human Rights Volker said that Lebanon's displaced endure 'exhaustion and despair'.
(2026-07-27). After Supreme Court setback, Trump back on trade war path. wsws.org Trump has found a new mechanism to impose tariffs and is looking to expand its use.
(2026-07-27). The Age of Cheap Is Over, Critical Minerals Are Writing the New Rules. unitedworldint.com By Mehmet Enes Be≈üer For about thirty years, globalization ran on a simple religion: the least cost wins. If a component could be made cheaper two time zones away, the supply chain stretched—proudly—until it wrapped around the planet. Executives optimized. Governments applauded. Consumers got used to abundance that felt normal, even permanent. Then the world …
(2026-07-27). Will Peru's new leader Keiko Fujimori reject her father's legacy? aljazeera.com Keiko Fujimori was elected president and many people are sceptical she will be able to unite Peru as promised.
(2026-07-27). Naqvi meets JI chief at Mansoora. tribune.com.pk 
As Jamaat-i-Islami gears up for its nationwide protest campaign on August 7 against fuel price hike, Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi visited Mansoora on Monday, where he held a meeting with Ameer Hafiz Naeemur Rehman to discuss the country's overall political and security situation, regional developments, and issues affecting the public. | During the discussion, Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi highlighted the evolving regional situation and said that tensions had eased once again due to the continuous efforts of the field marshal. He underscored the significance of sustained efforts aimed at promoting stability.
(2026-07-27). 160th Anniversary Year of the Buffalo Soldiers – California State Capitol – July 28, 2026. indybay.org Now, Therefore, I, George Bush, President of the United States of America, do hereby proclaim July 28, 1992, as Buffalo Soldiers Day. I urge all Americans to observe this day with appropriate programs and activities in honor of the Black Americans who served our Nation as members of the 9th and 10th Cavalry regiments…
(2026-07-27). Who are the candidates running for UN secretary-general. geo.tv The European headquarters of the United Nations is pictured in Geneva, Switzerland, September 2, 2021. — ReutersThe 10th United Nations secretary-general will be chosen this year for a five-year term starting on January 1, 2027.Here are the candidates so far running to take…
(2026-07-27). Getting away with murder: Under Trump, the buck stops nowhere. strategic-culture.su By John & Nisha WHITEHEAD | Join us on , , and . | Contact us: | the Pentagon is running out of money. Our money. | According to the Washingto…
(2026-07-27). WHYY Newscast for Monday 6:00 a.m. whyy.org The latest local headlines from WHYY…
(2026-07-27). Sunday 8/9: Solidarity With Argentine Workers!! indybay.org 2973 16th St., Suite 300, San Francisco…
(2026-07-27). WHYY Newscast for Monday 9:00 a.m. whyy.org The latest local headlines from WHYY…
(2026-07-27). Czech children's choir performs with Chinese youth in Changsha. ecns.cn The JITRO Children's Choir from the Czech Republic joined young Chinese performers Friday at the Jilin Provincial Concert Hall in Changchun for a program blending folk songs and international classics.
(2026-07-27). Saturday 7/25: ICE = Evil: Human Banner on SF Ocean Beach Protest. indybay.org Ocean Beach – Stairwell 17 | 1000 Great Hwy | San Francisco, CA 94121 | Please sign up. Need more people!
(2026-07-27). Thursday 8/6: Nuclear Abolition or Extinction: A Rally and Protest at Livermore Lab. indybay.org Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory- West Gate | Vasco Rd. and Westgate Dr. | Livermore, CA 94551…
(2026-07-27). PPP assuming role of opposition: governor. tribune.com.pk 
Punjab Governor Sardar Saleem Haider Khan has said that those who had been supporting the Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz (PML-N) government in implementing its policies and defending its decisions have reached the limits of their endurance. | Speaking to a media delegation at the Governor's House on Monday, he said the Pakistan Peoples Party (PPP) had now assumed the role of an opposition party. | He said the party would continue to function as a genuine opposition until the next general elections, scheduled for 2029. | He made it clear that the PPP would not return to the present coalition arrangement following…
(2026-07-27). State Department accuses Americans of being communists. indybay.org March 5, 1960 photo of Ernesto "Che" Guevara…
(2026-07-27). House Investigation of BreakThrough News Is an Attack on All Journalism. theintercept.com 
House Ways and Means Committee Chair Jason Smith, R-Mo., speaks with a reporter on Capitol Hill on July 21, 2026. Photo: Francis Chung/Politico via AP Images | The House Ways and Means Committee last week carried out an attack on journalism that hasn't gotten the attention it deserves. The committee
(2026-07-27). Claim: Renewables are Too Risky for Aussie Retirement Savings But Rule Changes could Fix That. wattsupwiththat.com Australia's superannuation retirement savings, recently praised by President Trump, could be raided to push forward Net Zero.
(2026-07-27). What are 'fire clouds', the ominous phenomenon seen in France. geo.tv Firefighters in southwest France are struggling to bring a forest inferno under control before yet another heatwave descends on the country. — AFP/File
(2026-07-27). Israel's violence engulfs occupied West Bank. wsws.org Netanyahu is set to meet US President Donald Trump in the White House on Tuesday, his seventh meeting in Trump's second term, far outpacing any other world leader.
(2026-07-27). King James is coming to Philly. whyy.org After nearly a quarter of a century on the court, LeBron James wants to end his career wearing red white and blue.
(2026-07-27). Hyderabad to launch polio booster drive next month. tribune.com.pk 
Deputy Commissioner Zain-ul-Abideen Memon on Monday chaired a meeting of the District Polio Eradication Committee at his office to review preparations for the upcoming polio booster dose (f-IPV & bOPV) campaign, scheduled to begin in the third week of August 2026 across the district. | Addressing the meeting, the deputy commissioner said the campaign was of great importance in the fight against polio and directed all concerned departments to complete necessary arrangements well in advance to ensure its 100 percent success. | EOC Sindh representative Abida Umar informed the meeting that children aged between fo…
(2026-07-27). Malaysia's Cheam June Wei wins men's singles at Lin Dan Badminton Cup. ecns.cn Malaysian shuttler Cheam June Wei claimed the men's singles title as the 2026 Lin Dan Cup Badminton Open concluded Sunday in Chenzhou, central China's Hunan Province.
(2026-07-27). ICE Poised to Ramp Up Arrests of Haitians as Deportation Protections Set to End. truthout.org Mass arrests of Haitian immigrants by federal agents could begin as early as this week, according to federal documents regarding President Donald Trump's new directive to U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement following the right-wing majority on the Supreme Court's ruling that Trump could end deportation protections for the community. A binding mandate was expected to be sent to lower… |
(2026-07-27). History of Today: Who Were These Buffoons? worldbeyondwar.org 
The film Fiume o Morte! opens with people in the Croatian town of Rijeka being asked a question on the street: "Who was Gabriele D'Annunzio?" It gives me great pleasure to report that many of them had not the foggiest idea. #WorldBEYONDWar…
(2026-07-27). Trump regime prepares for military draft. indybay.org Kent State Massacre: Mary Ann Vecchio kneeling over the body of Jeffrey Miller minutes after he was fatally shot by the Ohio National Guard, on May 4, 1970. A total of 67 shots were fired, and in the end, nine students were wounded and four, Allison Krause, Jeff Miller, Sandy Scheuer, and Bill Schroeder, were killed by the gunfire, during an anti-war protest to stop the war in Vietnam.
(2026-07-27). How Israel uses settler-soldier terror to colonise the West Bank. aljazeera.com Settler attacks are not isolated incidents. They are all part of a strategy to grab land and colonise.
(2026-07-27). Fetterman Might Leave Democratic Party Because the Only Thing He Loves More Than Israel Is Attention. theintercept.com 
Why is the senator floating the idea of leaving the Democratic Party? Well, Israel, of course. Though he sure loves the media coverage.
(2026-07-27). Kenosha, August 29, 2026: Blake Family 6th Annual Block Party! wibailoutpeople.org 
Event by BCD Racism For six years, the Blake Family Block Party has brought our community together for a day of laughter, connection, and celebration. We're excited to welcome everyone back for another unforgettable afternoon filled with family fun, live entertainment, and community spirit! Saturday, August 29, 2026 1PM — 5PM 28th Avenue (between 40th …
(2026-07-27). Kazakh nomadic treasures go on display at Zhejiang Museum. ecns.cn The Zhejiang Museum in Hangzhou opened the exhibition "Silk Road Heritage: Nomadic Culture of the Kazakh Steppe" on Friday, co-hosted with Kazakhstan's Central State Museum in Almaty.
(2026-07-27). Hakeem Jeffries puts affordability at centre of Democrats' midterm campaign. aljazeera.com US House Democratic leader unveils 'Fighting for an Affordable America' agenda, blaming Donald Trump for rising costs.
(2026-07-27). Aerostar High-Altitude Balloons Being Turned Into Drone Motherships. twz.com 
(2026-07-27). Rail bridge damage disrupts train network. tribune.com.pk 
Operations on the Lahore-Faisalabad railway section were suspended on Monday after a railway bridge near Qila Sattar Shah was damaged by heavy rains and flooding, prompting authorities to divert the routes of several trains and temporarily cancel some others. | According to railway officials, severe rainfall and flooding between Qila Sheikhupura and Massan damaged railway infrastructure, leading the authorities to suspend train services on the Lahore-Faisalabad section as a precautionary measure until the affected infrastructure is restored. | The Divisional Transport Officer of Pakistan Railways' Lahore Divis…
(2026-07-27). Imaan, spouse seek early hearing of suspension pleas. tribune.com.pk 
Convicted lawyers Imaan Mazari and Hadi Ali Chattha have filed miscellaneous applications in the Islamabad High Court (IHC) seeking an early hearing of their petitions for suspension of sentence in the controversial tweets case. | The applications, filed through advocates Faisal Siddiqi and Zainab Janjua, requested the court to fix the sentence suspension petitions for hearing during the week beginning July 27. | They submitted that their sentence suspension applications had originally been fixed for hearing on July 24, when the prosecution óthe National Cyber Crime Investigation Agency (NCCIA) ó…
(2026-07-27). Why have US-Lebanon direct flights been banned for 40 years? aljazeera.com Why have US-Lebanon direct flights been banned for 40 years?>
(2026-07-27). Protests continue against police and ICE killings in Wisconsin, Texas. wsws.org While hundreds demanded justice for Corey Ruiz and Lorenzo Salgado Araujo, the officers responsible for their deaths remain unidentified, uncharged and protected by the state.
(2026-07-27). WHO: Pakistan Can End Wild Poliovirus Transmission with Sustained Efforts. thinktank.pk The World Health Organization (WHO) has reaffirmed its unwavering commitment to supporting Pakistan's efforts to eradicate poliomyelitis, describing the next six to twelve months as a critical period for interrupting the transmission of the virus. During a high-level visit to Pakistan, WHO Regional Director for the Eastern Mediterranean, Dr Hanan Balkhy, praised the country's leadership …
(2026-07-27). Saturday 8/29: Trump Regime Takedown (every Saturday). indybay.org corner of Van Ness and O'Farrell St, San Francisco…
(2026-07-27). ECMWF Models Throwing Cold Water on Extreme Germany Heat Wave Forecast Next Week. wattsupwiththat.com Recent Germany forecasts of "never seen before heat" coming next week are already fizzling out. Of course there's going to be some hot weather next week, but probably nothing like the click-baiting media have been warning.
(2026-07-27). Saturday 7/25: San Gold Rush Century: a walking tour. indybay.org meet in the lobby of the American Youth Hostel | 312 Mason Street | San Francisco…
(2026-07-27). Trump takes economic message to Michigan amid dwindling popularity. aljazeera.com US president is suffering from low approval ratings in state that has become 'ground zero' for his trade policies.
(2026-07-27). WI BOPM 15th Anniversary Celebration in Milwaukee August 22, 2026! wibailoutpeople.org 
12 NOON — 2 P.M.: GATHER & MEAL2-4 P.M. PROGRAM: 15 YEARS OF STRUGGLE AND STILL FIGHTING!4-6 P.M. D.J. Wisconsin Bail Out the People Movement started in Milwaukee in June 2011. Since the first day, we've been in the streets and workplaces engaged in collective struggle statewide and beyond. We're still here! We are having …
(2026-07-27). Hundreds of public defender workers in Michigan, New York and Texas strike to defend healthcare benefits and pay. wsws.org UAW members in three states walked out on July 24.
(2026-07-27). Thursday 7/30: Medicare for All Day of Action – Nationwide Rallies & Actions. indybay.org SF Bay Area, Northern CA, and beyond | Find an event near you: act.medicare4all.org/event/doa/search/…
(2026-07-27). Sichuan college tops Asian Speed Skating Series as event concludes. ecns.cn The 2026 Asian Speed Skating Track Series wrapped up Sunday in Guiyang, Guizhou Province, after three days of competition featuring 384 athletes from 48 teams across Asia.
(2026-07-27). India activists demand release of detained 'cockroach' protesters. tribune.com.pk 
India's youth-led "cockroach" movement, whose protests have forced the education minister's resignation, urged authorities on Monday to release all demonstrators detained in weeks of rallies nationwide. | The online Cockroach Janta Party (CJP), which organised protests over exam paper leaks and other irregularities, said they had received reports of students held in detention, particularly in the states of Assam, West Bengal and Bihar. | "Any failure to release those detained or withdraw criminal cases would amount to a breach of public trust," the protest group said in a statement, adding they would take "fur…
(2026-07-27). Will UNESCO's heritage listing halt Israeli plans for West Bank's Sebastia? aljazeera.com Sebastia, a 3,000-year-old site, faces threats as Israel intensifies plans for land seizures and settlement expansions.
(2026-07-27). Big win for Putin? Zelensky's shock army shake-up sparks massive revolt, Ukrainians demand this…>. hindustantimes.com Ukraine is witnessing a fresh wave of protests as demonstrators across Kyiv and Kharkiv call for the reinstatement of former Defence Minister Mykhailo Fedorov following President Volodymyr Zelensky's controversial government reshuffle. The political unrest comes even as Russia intensifies its missile campaign, adding to the mounting pressure on Kyiv.
(2026-07-27). 239 suspects rounded up; drugs recovered. tribune.com.pk 
The Hyderabad police rounded up 239 suspects including 13 with gunshot injuries during the crackdown over the last 2 weeks, according to the police spokesman. | He informed here on Monday that 62 hardened criminals and 50 drug peddlers were among those arrested in addition to 73 manufacturers and sellers of mainpuri and gutka. | He added that 34 pistols, 12.5 kilograms of hashish, 65 grams crystal ice, 4,501 large bags of raw materials of mainpuri and gutka and liquor bottles besides 35,000 sachets of mainpuri and gutka were recovered from the arrested suspects. | The spokesman said the statistics reflected th…
(2026-07-27). When a Fascist Organization Set Up Shop in Their Town, Residents Fought Back. truthout.org There is a certain symmetry to what we have experienced over the past decade of collapsing national consensus and far right radicalization. In cities and small towns around the country, people are watching as their friendships break down along lines of political or moral agreement, and as the shadow of white nationalism towers over even the most seemingly idyllic environments. |
(2026-07-27). Anime dubbing event connects Taiwan youth with mainland works. ecns.cn Taiwan youth tried voice acting during a dubbing event for mainland animations at the 25th Comic Exhibition in Taipei on Sunday.
(2026-07-27). Spain protests mass 'touristification' of Mallorca. aljazeera.com Thousands of protesters filled the streets of Palma to denounce mass tourism.
(2026-07-27). Sunday 8/2: Boycott Chevron Picket. indybay.org Chevron Corporate Station | 5500 Telegraph Ave, Oakland | (Telegraph at 55th)…
(2026-07-27). Trump berates the press, with little response. wsws.org The fascist president's remarks were a mixture of rehashed insults and incomprehensible meandering.
(2026-07-27). Youth football tournament brings together players from Jiangxi, Taiwan, Hong Kong. ecns.cn The 2026 Jiangxi-Taiwan-Hong Kong Youth Football Friendship Tournament kicked off on Sunday in Nanchang, Jiangxi Province, bringing together more than 80 young players from Nanchang, Hong Kong and Taiwan.
(2026-07-27). Mass shooting kills three, wounds four in Seattle. geo.tv People rush to take cover during an incident that Seattle Police described as a shooting with "multiple" victims at Seattle Center, which was hosting a Bite of Seattle food festival, in Seattle, Washington, US, July 26, 2026.— ReutersPolice official says incident reported around…
(2026-07-27). Saturday 7/25: Footprint America: a San Francisco walking tour. indybay.org meet in the lobby of the American Youth Hostel | 312 Mason Street | San Francisco…
(2026-07-27). 13-year-old Yu sets personal best in 100m butterfly at China Elite Nationals. ecns.cn Rising Chinese swimmer Yu Zidi won the women's 100m butterfly in a personal-best 58.10 seconds at the 2026 China Elite Nationals (Outdoor) in Chengdu, southwest China's Sichuan Province, on Saturday.
(2026-07-27). Girl killed, five injured as roof caves in. tribune.com.pk 
(2026-07-27). A corporate landlord in Philly broke the law by using rent-setting software, tenant alleges. whyy.org 
Have a question about Philly's neighborhoods or the systems that shape them? PlanPhilly reporters want to hear from you! A Philadelphia tenant is suing her corporate property manager for allegedly violating a city law that formally bars such companies from price-fixing rental rates, an illegal practice that housing advocates say undermines competition and fairness in the marketplace. | Filed earlier this month in the Court of Common Pleas, the
(2026-07-27). US lawmakers acknowledge Pak peace role. tribune.com.pk 
United States lawmakers on Monday acknowledged Pakistan's role in promoting regional stability and economic resilience in a meeting with Chief of Defence Forces (CDF) and Chief of the Army Staff Field Marshal Asim Munir, said the military's media wing. | According to a statement issued by the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR), Member of the House of Representatives (State of Montana) Ryean Keith and Member of the House of Representatives (State of Washington) Michael James called on CDF Munir at General Headquarters, Rawalpindi. | "The visiting lawmakers acknowledged Pakistan's role in promoting regional…
(2026-07-27). Leaks show Paul Mason secretly advised UK Chancellor John Healey to escalate Ukraine war. strategic-culture.su By Kit KLARENBERG | Join us on , , and . | Contact us: | Leaks reveal failed journalist Paul Mason secretly advised ex-Prime Minister Keir Sta…
(2026-07-27). China implements 33,000 water projects in first half of 2026. ecns.cn China carried out 33,000 water conservancy projects nationwide in the first half of 2026, with total investment reaching 515.1 billion yuan (about $76 billion), according to the Ministry of Water Resources.
(2026-07-27). China to promote brain-computer interface technology in disability rehabilitation. ecns.cn During the 15th Five-Year Plan period (2026—2030), China will promote the use of smart rehabilitation devices integrated with non-invasive BCI technology to enhance rehabilitation services for people with disabilities, the China Disabled Persons' Federation (CDPF) said on Monday.
(2026-07-27). China launches EDV system for 10 crops to strengthen seed IP protection. ecns.cn China formally launched an essentially derived variety (EDV) system for agricultural plants Monday, with an initial list covering 10 crops, the Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Affairs said at a press conference in Beijing.
(2026-07-27). Workers in Mexico, US voice support for Will Lehman after death threat by UAW official. wsws.org Support continues to grow from workers in the US, Mexico and internationally for Will Lehman, the Mack Trucks worker and socialist candidate for United Auto Workers president, following the death threat against him by an UAW International staff member.
(2026-07-27). Trump-Saudi Atomic Energy Deal: Toward a nuclear Mideast? juancole.com
(2026-07-27). Punjab's AI future begins with people. tribune.com.pk 
Every technological revolution arrives with a familiar cycle of anticipation, anxiety and exaggerated expectation. Artificial Intelligence is no exception. Depending on whom you ask, it is either destined to solve every challenge confronting society or to disrupt every profession we know. | Neither view is particularly helpful. | Throughout history, transformative technologies have never altered the trajectory of nations simply because they existed. Progress has never been determined by innovation alone. It has been shaped by the institutions that embraced it, the leadership that guided it and the people who c…
(2026-07-27). Proposed DHS Work Authorization Rule Threatens Immigrant Domestic Violence Survivors. hrw.org Click to expand Image | In Homestead, Florida, women and their children listen to an explanation of their legal rights and strategies for preparing their families if a parent is detained or deported, January 17, 2025. | © 2025 Rebecca Blackwell/AP Photo…
(2026-07-27). Massive fire engulfs Gurdwara Sahib Dashmesh Darbar in Adelaide, Guru Granth Sahib saroops likely burnt. ptcnews.tv PTC News Desk: A massive fire broke out at the Gurdwara Sahib Dashmesh Darbar in Adelaide, South Australia, late on Sunday night, with fears that the Saroops of the Guru Granth Sahib may have been bur | Massive fire engulfs Gurdwara Sahib Dashmesh Darbar in Adelaide, Guru Granth Sahib saroops likely burnt…
(2026-07-27). This week in history: July 27- August 2. wsws.org NFL player Korey Stringer dies of heat stroke; West Virginia coal miners defy back-to-work injunction; UN Refugee Convention signed in Geneva; Philippine legislature votes for independence plebiscite.
(2026-07-27). DR Congo: Oil Company Operations Pose Grave Pollution Threat. hrw.org Click to expand Image | Oil well at Perenco's concession in Democratic Republic of Congo. | © 2026 Human Rights Watch | Pollution linked to the Democratic Republic of Congo's only oil producer poses serious health risks to communities near its operations. Perenco, the oil company, has engaged in gas flaring and waste burning that have contributed to poor air quality and not prevented oil spills from wells and pipelines from leaking into the soil and riverbeds, contributing to health risks for nearby residents.The authorities should acknowledge the threat to people's health in oil concession areas, immedia…
(2026-07-27). Hajj Savings Scheme on the cards. tribune.com.pk 
In a historic first, Pakistan's Ministry of Religious Affairs and Interfaith Harmony has launched a comprehensive 16-page multi-year Hajj Policy and Plan covering 2027 to 2030. | Designed to bring long-term stability and cost efficiency to Hajj operations, the strategy relies on securing three- to four-year contracts in Saudi Arabia for air travel, accommodation, transport, catering, and baggage management. | Under this new framework, 60% of the overall quota is designated for the Government Scheme while 40% goes to private operators. Additionally, all paper cash transactions have been eliminated, routing all…
(2026-07-27). Guangxi builds China-ASEAN legal corpus to handle cross-border disputes. ecns.cn Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region is developing a China-ASEAN legal industry corpus to support the resolution of cross-border commercial disputes, the Guangxi High People's Court said.
(2026-07-27). British court dismisses Bahrain's bid to block activists' spyware lawsuit. aljazeera.com Ruling establishes that countries using spyware on people in the UK can be sued.
(2026-07-27). Have We Advanced Since Homer? worldbeyondwar.org 
By David Swanson, I have no opinion on the casting or the acting or the straying from the original in the new Hollywood Odyssey. Here come some spoilers on what I do have an opinion on. | Christopher Nolan and whoever else had a role in this production obviously tried to improve on ancient morality in a particular way and not in another. | That is, Nolan de-glorified war. In this movie, we're…
(2026-07-27). Chinese tennis star Zheng Qinwen seeks fresh start in Washington after injury-hit season. ecns.cn Olympic gold medallist Zheng Qinwen said on Sunday that she would take a point-by-point approach as she prepared to face the Philippines' Alexandra Eala in the first round of the Mubadala DC Open, which kicked off Monday in Washington, D.C.
(2026-07-27). Vietnam Should Release Ailing Political Prisoners. hrw.org Click to expand Image | Can Thi Theu in the dock during her appeal at the Hanoi People's Court, Vietnam, on November 30, 2016. | © 2016 Vietnam News Agency/AFP via Getty Images | Can Thi Theu, 64, is serving an eight-year prison sentence at Prison No. 5 in Vietnam's Thanh Hoa province because she joined protests against land confiscation and environmental degradation in 2016 and publicly supported other human rights activists and political prisoners languishing behind bars. During a recent visit, Can Thi Theu's family learned that she had been suffering from acute abdominal pain and fever for days. They s…
(2026-07-27). K-P CS wants out of Imran Rehai Force case. tribune.com.pk 
As the Federal Constitutional Court (FCC) resumes hearing today (Tuesday) on a petition concerning the alleged "Imran Khan Rehai Force," the Khyber-Pakhtunkhwa chief secretary has asked the court to remove him as a respondent. | In a concise statement submitted before the court, he contended that the matter pertains to the political leadership and does not involve the provincial bureaucracy or government machinery. | The chief secretary submitted the statement in response to a petition filed under Article 175E of the Constitution by Islamabad-based advocate Malik Zaheer Ahmed through Advocate Ali Nawaz Kharal.
(2026-07-27). WHYY Newscast for Monday 4:00 p.m. whyy.org The latest local headlines from WHYY…
(2026-07-27). China's power market transactions rise 24.2% in first half of 2026. ecns.cn China's electricity market transactions reached 3.68 trillion kilowatt-hours (kWh) in the first half of 2026, up 24.2% year on year, according to the National Energy Administration (NEA).
(2026-07-27). Tuesday 7/28: Webinar: Creative Resistance & Media Activism in Western Sahara. indybay.org Online | www.nonviolenceinternational.net/webinar……
(2026-07-27). Ankara's Asian Arithmetic: The ASEAN Dialogue Partnership. unitedworldint.com By Oràßun Gà∂ktàºrk, from Beijing, China Türkiye's diplomacy with the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) has cleared a critical hurdle. Minister of Foreign Affairs Hakan Fidan announced that Türkiye has been accepted as an ASEAN Dialogue Partner by a decision taken by the ASEAN Foreign Ministers in Manila. This development is undoubtedly important. Ankara, …
(2026-07-27). Saturday 7/25: ICE Out! Nationwide Protest Vigils for Murders of Lorenzo & Johan. indybay.org SF Bay Area, California and beyond | Find a vigil to demand justice near you: www.mobilize.us/disappearedinamerica/…
(2026-07-27). Jiaxing Nanhu Airport in east China launches first cargo route to North America. ecns.cn Jiaxing Nanhu Airport in Zhejiang Province opened its first North American cargo route Sunday, with a Boeing 747 freighter carrying 100 metric tons of goods to Los Angeles.
(2026-07-27). Cross-border payments rise 17.5% in H1. ecns.cn Guangdong recorded $1.4 trillion in cross-border receipts and payments during the first half of 2026, up 17.5% year on year, and net capital inflow reached $162.1 billion, representing a yaer-on-year increase of 10.4%, an official said on Monday in Guangzhou.
(2026-07-27). India suspends police officer for firing AK-47 at student protesters. aljazeera.com An Indian police officer has been suspended after firing an AK-47 rifle at students protesting over leaked exam papers.
(2026-07-27). Hongqiao forum to release flagship openness reports. ecns.cn Shanghai unveiled the theme and agenda Monday for the 9th Hongqiao International Economic Forum, which precedes the China International Import Expo (CIIE).
(2026-07-27). Badin Municipal Committee approves Rs509.8m budget. tribune.com.pk 
The Municipal Committee Badin has approved a surplus budget of over Rs509.8 million for the financial year 2026-27 during a budget session. | According to the budget presented, the total outlay is Rs509.8 million with a surplus of Rs1.07 million. Total estimated expenditures stand at Rs508.8 million. | Addressing the session, Chairman Pir Muhammad Saleh Qureshi said the Sindh government provides Rs55.4 million annually to the Municipal Committee under OZT. In addition, Rs33 million is released every month for development works and salaries, amounting to nearly Rs396 million per year. | He added that Rs297 mill…
(2026-07-27). 57 countries, 3 international organizations confirm participation at 9th CIIE. ecns.cn A total of 57 countries and three international organizations have confirmed their participation in the national exhibition of the 9th China International Import Expo (CIIE), Wu Zhengping, Party secretary and deputy director-general of the CIIE Bureau, said at a news briefing on Monday.
(2026-07-27). (FROM THE VAULT) Retired Street Artist Gives Comeuppance To Homeless Haters. indybay.org In 2015, Fremont passed a brutal anti-camping ordinance. A street artist held business owners and the city accountable.
(2026-07-27). Vigil Site for Corey Ruiz at Williamson and S Baldwin St., Madison (Photos and Supply List). wibailoutpeople.org 
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(2026-07-27). WHYY Newscast for Monday 2:00 p.m. whyy.org The latest local headlines from WHYY…
(2026-07-27). Saturday Protest at SF Tesla Demands Justice for Lorenzo and Johan. indybay.org Trump reign of terror's latest victims sparks outrage from San Franciscans of all cultures…
(2026-07-27). Wholesale corruption of "the beautiful game" : FIFA's World Cup 2026. wsws.org FIFA and its New York billionaire partners rewrote the rules to subordinate the World Cup entirely to profit.
(2026-07-27). Trump Administration's Demand for Hospital Emergency Room Records Raises Alarm. truthout.org A tiny federal agency tasked with protecting the public from injuries caused by lawn mowers and coffeemakers is demanding that some of the nation's biggest health systems turn over detailed, personally identifiable medical records of all patients who seek help at their emergency rooms. The Consumer Product Safety Commission, responsible for tracking and issuing recalls of dangerous products… |
(2026-07-27). 46 rescued, 16 still missing after vessel sinks in South China Sea. ecns.cn Maritime search and rescue operations are underway in the South China Sea after a foreign-flagged ship encountered distress and sank in the waters on Sunday.
(2026-07-27). National Committees on IHL: Guidance on composition and roles. icrc.org
(2026-07-27). ICRC statement on The New Yorker article. icrc.org
(2026-07-27). Who Helps the Helpers? Mental Health and Psychosocial Support for Frontline Responders in Northeast Nigeria. icrc.org
(2026-07-27). South Sudan at 15: A humanitarian journey through conflict, resilience and hope. icrc.org
(2026-07-27). Reflecting on a 22-year legacy: First Roundtable on the ICRC's Physical Rehabilitation Programme in India. icrc.org
(2026-07-27). Frequently asked questions: Explosive Weapons in Populated Areas. icrc.org
(2026-07-27). Sudan: 42,000 people assisted with food in Al Obeid amid growing humanitarian needs. icrc.org
(2026-07-27). Europe's fantasy about war with Russia. strategic-culture.su
(2026-07-27). The systemic crisis of Britain. strategic-culture.su
(2026-07-27). ICRC's position on the use of explosive weapons in populated areas. icrc.org
(2026-07-27). Haunted by History: Lawrence's Ghost Speaks for Himself … and to Us. juancole.com
(2026-07-27). House votes to lock Israel into U.S. war machine for wider war. wibailoutpeople.org
(2026-07-27). Russia: ICRC president focuses on respect for international humanitarian law, access to prisoners of war during visit to the Russian Federation. icrc.org
(2026-07-27). Ukraine: Intensifying hostilities claim dozens of lives, deepen trauma for civilians. icrc.org
(2026-07-27). ICRC working paper on six ICT-related threats faced by civilian populations. icrc.org
(2026-07-27). Uganda, Rwanda, and Burundi: January to December 2025 Facts & Figures. icrc.org
(2026-07-27). ICRC Brings Humanitarian Perspectives on Unmanned Systems to World Peace Forum. icrc.org
(2026-07-27). Indian student says 'Pakistani agent' label used to silence dissent amid protests. geo.tv
(2026-07-27). Donetsk: Lives transformed by the hostilities. icrc.org
(2026-07-27). Frequently asked questions: The ICRC's approach to confidentiality. icrc.org
(2026-07-27). Russia: ICRC president arrives in Moscow to discuss critical humanitarian issues. icrc.org
(2026-07-27). Water and habitat in conflict – 2026 Briefer. icrc.org
(2026-07-27). 42-year study traces how 'forever chemicals' climb the Great Lakes food web into people. nationofchange.org
(2026-07-27). Ukraine: "I don't just want to get around. I want to walk properly again" icrc.org
(2026-07-27). El desgastedel conflicto: Ucrania, Europa y el ocaso de un gran engaño. strategic-culture.su Les prometieron la gloria, pero en lugar de eso se encontraron en el infierno | àönete a nosotros en , y . | Escríbenos: | No ha salido como ellos decían que saldr…
(2026-07-27). Homenaje internacional a Murray Bookchin: 30 de julio 2026. indybay.org Homenaje internacional a Murray Bookchin | 30 de julio 2026 | Collectif de l'AtelierCOLLECTIF DE L'ATELIER…
(2026-07-27). Precisa-se de uma história comparada da escravidà£o nos Impérios Espanhol e Português. strategic-culture.su
(2026-07-27). Agiografia e Governo di Ali Khamenei. strategic-culture.su Oltre agli aspetti istituzionali e strategici, il modello di leadership di Khamenei comprende anche una specifica dimensione simbolica e personale. | Segue nostro Passaggio di testimone | La memoria di Sayyed Ai Khamenei, guida suprema della Rivoluzione Islamica dell'Iran, merita ancora qualche parola.
(2026-07-26). La coerenza della subordinazione: dov'è lo scandalo? strategic-culture.su Andrea CUCCO | Segue nostro La polemica sui voli USA dall'Italia riapre il nodo della sovranità nazionale e della continuità atlantica della Repubblica | a polemica sui voli statunitensi partiti da basi in Italia a supporto dell'operazione contro l'Iran ha il merito involontario di costringere il Paese a guardarsi allo specchio. Come prevedibile… l'immagine riflessa non è piacevole. | Si accusa il governo di aver nascosto, minimizzato…