(2026-04-09). Pakistan Steps in as Power Broker in US Iran Crisis. moderndiplomacy.eu Pakistan has emerged as a key mediator in ceasefire talks between the United States, Iran and Israel, hosting negotiations in Islamabad. The announcement of the initial ceasefire by Shehbaz Sharif signaled Islamabad's unexpected diplomatic centrality in a high stakes conflict. This role is not incidental. It reflects Pakistan's long standing regional ties, security concerns, and …
(2026-04-09). Trump Warns of Massive War Escalation as Iran Talks Hang by a Thread. moderndiplomacy.eu Donald Trump signaled that the United States will maintain a heavy military presence in the Middle East until a formal agreement with Iran is secured. His warning comes after a fragile ceasefire following weeks of intense conflict involving the United States, Iran, and Israel. Despite both sides claiming victory, key disagreements remain unresolved, particularly over …
(2026-04-08). White House says U.S. working on modified plan ahead of talks with Iran. ecns.cn People attend a rally in Tehran, Iran, April 8, 2026..Israeli warplanes launched a series of airstrikes across Lebanon on Wednesday, killing at least 87 people and injuring 722, officials said, with densely populated neighborhoods in the capital, Beirut, among the hardest hit.
(2026-04-09). US has 'own reasons' for engaging: Israel envoy flays Pakistan's mediator role in Iran ceasefire, questions its credibility. ptcnews.tv Reuven Azar, Israel's ambassador to India, questioned Pakistan's role as a mediator in the ongoing ceasefire talks between Iran and the United States, saying Israel does not consider Pakistan a "credible player." He added that the US may have its own reasons for involving Pakistan. | Azar said Israel's main goal is to ensure there is no "terrorist infrastructure" of Hezbollah in southern Lebanon. | He also compared the situation to past cases where the US, under Donald Trump, worked with countries like Qatar and Turkey—which he called "problematic"—to help broker ceasefire deals in Gaza, including ta…
(2026-04-09). Israel's Strategic Shift: Buffer Zones and Permanent Conflict. devdiscourse.com As diplomatic efforts by the U.S. and Iran aim to establish a ceasefire, Israel is taking assertive steps to create 'buffer zones' in Gaza, Syria, and Lebanon. This move signifies Israel's strategic pivot following the October 7, 2023 attacks, suggesting a shift towards a prolonged conflict strategy in the region.
(2026-04-09). Al Jazeera slams killing of journalist in Israeli strike in Gaza. newarab.com 
Qatar-based broadcaster Al Jazeera condemned the Wednesday "Al Jazeera Media Network strongly condemns the heinous crime of targeting and killing Al Jazeera Mubasher correspondent Mohammed Wishah,
(2026-04-09). Philadelphia emergency protest defends Iran. workers.org 
Philadelphia, April 7, 2026. Over 200 people turned out Aug. 7 in Philadelphia outside City Hall for an emergency demonstration against Trump's war threats on Iran. When the first large sign that read "No War on Iran, No Genocide in Gaza" was held up for passing cars to see, drivers . . . |
(2026-04-09). Amid deep divisions over ceasefire agreement, Israel launches massive attack on Lebanon. wsws.org Israel's massive assault on Lebanon, which killed over 250 people Wednesday, comes as factions of both US political parties condemned the outcome of Trump's war on Iran as a debacle that left Iran in control of the vital Strait of Hormuz.
(2026-04-09). Iran, Trump and Strait of Hormuz — Who Is the "Bad Guy" ? globalresearch.ca The threat does not refer to Iran's "nuclear arsenal" but rather to their move to close the Strait of Hormuz which Iran controls, for all enemy ships. Not for those of friendly nations.
(2026-04-08). A few ships transit through the Strait of Hormuz>. ecns.cn Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps claimed Thursday that shipping through the Strait of Hormuz slowed sharply and then stopped following what it said was an Israeli ceasefire violation in Lebanon, according to CNN.
(2026-04-09). US-Iran ceasefire: Iran shuts Strait of Hormuz after Israel strikes 100 missiles in Lebanon. ptcnews.tv US-Iran ceasefire: Less than 24 hours after the US announced ceasefire with Iran, the Islamic Republic closed the key oil chokepoint, the Strait of Hormuz in retaliation to Strikes on Lebanon by Israel. | Iran warned that oil tanker movement through the Strait of Hormuz would completely stop, blaming Israel for breaking the ceasefire by carrying out around 100 airstrikes on Hezbollah targets in Lebanon, which killed over 250 people. The White House asked Iran to reopen the strait immediately. Before shutting it, Iran had briefly allowed two ships to pass but then changed its decision. | Israel said Lebanon was n…
(2026-04-09). Fake News Alert: Russia Didn't Give Iran a List of Israeli Energy Targets. globalresearch.ca The This follows reports over the past month that …
(2026-04-09). High-Stakes Diplomacy: Iranian Delegation Heads to Islamabad. devdiscourse.com An Iranian delegation is expected to touch down in Pakistan's capital, Islamabad, on Thursday night. The delegation is arriving for crucial discussions involving the United States and Israel, Iran's ambassador to Pakistan confirmed.
(2026-04-09). US-Iran truce enters second day as war flares in Lebanon. newarab.com 
The fragile truce between Iran and the United States entered its second day on Thursday, with Tehran threatening to resume hostilities as Israel Washington and Tehran both claimed victory after agreeing to a But the deal's fractures emerged quickly…
(2026-04-09). Ceasefire in name only? Iran unleashes wave 100, hits 25 US-Israel targets across Mid-East | Mojtaba. hindustantimes.com Despite a declared ceasefire, Iran has escalated its offensive with the 100th wave of Operation True Promise, targeting key U.S. and Israeli-linked energy, military, and logistics infrastructure across the Gulf. The Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps claims over 25 high-value sites—including oil refineries, airbases, and command centers—were struck in a coordinated barrage of missiles and drones. With strategic energy hubs in Saudi Arabia, the UAE, Qatar, and Kuwait reportedly hit, fears of a wider regional energy and security crisis are mounting. Tehran has doubled down on its warning, signalling that…
(2026-04-08). IRGC warns Israel as strikes on Lebanon continue despite U.S.-Iran truce. ecns.cn Israeli forces have launched a large wave of air strikes across Lebanon, including Beirut and the Bekaa Valley, in what they describe as operations against Hezbollah, April 8, 2026./VCG.
(2026-04-09). Israel bombards Lebanon with 160 missiles within hours of Trump's ceasefire announcement. wsws.org Israel's barbaric air and artillery assault on civilians in southern Lebanon, the most intense attack since the conflict began on March 2, exposed the fraudulent nature of the two-week "ceasefire" announced by President Trump on Tuesday in the war against Iran.
(2026-04-09). Israel hammers Lebanon with strikes, killing and wounding scores on deadliest day of war. scmp.com Israeli strikes hit busy commercial and residential areas in central Beirut without warning on Wednesday, hours after a ceasefire was announced in the US-Israeli war with Iran. | A total of 254 people were killed and over 1,100 ‚Äåwounded across Lebanon, the country's civil defence service said. The highest toll was in Beirut, where 91 people were killed. The health ministry gave a toll of 182 dead across the country and said it was not a final figure. All up, it was the deadliest day in the latest…
(2026-04-08). 'Nothing short of horrific': World reacts to Israeli attacks on Lebanon hours after US-Iran ceasefire. ecns.cn Lebanese Prime Minister Nawaf Salam on Thursday declared a national day of mourning after Israeli attacks on "unarmed civilians."
(2026-04-09). 'Proposal thrown in garbage': Trump rejects Iran's 10-point truce agreement, says White House. ptcnews.tv US-Iran ceasefire hangs: A day after the US and Iran agreed to a two-week ceasefire, the ground reality look far from settled. Reports of continued military activity have been surfacing. | Meanwhile, the White House said that the United States continue to reject Iran's 10-point ceasefire plan what it describes as its 'wishlist' including uranium enrichment. | White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt on Wednesday suggested that the 10-point proposal put forward by Iran as the basis for a ceasefire in the US-Israel war on Iran differs from the proposal published by the government in Tehran. | Leavitt said Iran…
(2026-04-08). White House may punish 'unhelpful' NATO allies over Iran war. ecns.cn U.S. President Donald Trump and his team are considering a plan to punish some NATO allies Trump believes were unhelpful during the U.S.-Israeli war with Iran, The Wall Street Journal (WSJ) reported on Wednesday, citing U.S. officials.
(2026-04-09). Lebanon Crisis Exposes Fatal Cracks in US Iran Ceasefire. moderndiplomacy.eu The ceasefire between the United States, Iran and Israel was never a fully aligned agreement but rather a convergence of temporary interests. Each party entered the deal with different assumptions about its scope and conditions. This divergence became immediately visible as Israeli airstrikes in Lebanon continued, killing hundreds and exposing a core dispute: Iran views …
(2026-04-09). Iran threatens to quit ceasefire within 24 hours as Israel pounds Lebanon with massive strikes | War. hindustantimes.com
(2026-04-09). Despite ceasefire, Iran and its militias continue attacking regional states (April 2—8 updates). longwarjournal.org Iran and its allied militias launched numerous drones and missiles against regional countries between April 2 and April 8, continuing attacks after a ceasefire between Iran and the United States was announced yesterday. Across this period, the attacks remained concentrated on the Gulf, Jordan, Iraq, and Iraqi Kurdistan, with repeated mass-interception events in the United Arab Emirates, Kuwait, Bahrain, Saudi Arabia, and Qatar.
(2026-04-09). Why Japan Attacked the US Pacific Fleet in Hawaii? globalresearch.ca In essence, and at the beginning of the crisis in the Far East, the US administration, during Japan's intervention in China, advocated in principle for maintaining peace in the Asia-Pacific region…
(2026-04-08). Northwest University investigates professor for alleged plagiarism. ecns.cn Northwest University announced on Thursday that it has set up a working group to investigate allegations of academic misconduct involving a faculty member from the university.
(2026-04-09). Grading Albanese's address to the nation: A fail, must do better next time. independentaustralia.net 
(2026-04-09). Call to action against the "Prisoners' Execution Law" in occupied Palestine: Globalize the Intifada! workers.org 
The following excerpt is from an article posted on March 31, 2026, by Samidoun Palestinian Prisoner Solidarity Network. Read the entire article at tinyurl.com/35ycbpha. On March, 30, 2026 — the 50th Palestinian Land Day — the Zionist Knesset adopted in its third and final reading, the "execution law" targeting Palestinian . . . |
(2026-04-08). China to further cut corporate burdens, dismantle market barriers in 2026. ecns.cn Workers operate on a production line in Yongzhou, central Chinas Hunan Province, Feb.24, 2026..
(2026-04-08). 6 killed in highway crash in Philippines. ecns.cn MANILA, April 9 ⚪ Six people died in a collision between a bus and a multicab on Wednesday night in Camarines Sur, southern Luzon Island of the Philippines, local media reported.
(2026-04-09). High-Stakes Diplomacy Amidst Energy Turmoil. devdiscourse.com India's oil minister, Hardeep Singh Puri, is set to travel to Qatar on April 9 and 10, officials in New Delhi announced on Thursday. This strategic visit comes at a time when India, the world's most populous country, grapples with significant disruptions in LPG supply.
(2026-04-09). Australia's critical minerals strategy has a missing link. onlineopinion.com.au Australia's biggest critical-minerals problem is not geology. It is failing to capture the refining and manufacturing that creates real value.
(2026-04-09). What on earth just happened? Trump, Iran, and the unlikely ceasefire. asiapacificreport.nz COMMENTARY: By Trita Parsi Yesterday began with Donald Trump issuing genocidal threats against Iran on social media and ended — just ten hours later — with the announcement of a 14-day ceasefire, on Iran's terms. Even by the volatile standards of Trump's presidency, the whiplash is extraordinary. What, then, have the two sides actually agreed…
(2026-04-09). Money for child care — Not for War! workers.org 
No Kings protest, Cleveland, March 28, 2026. Entrenched in a war of his own making, President Donald Trump announced his spending priorities for 2027 during a White House luncheon on April 1: "The United States can't take care of day care. It's not possible for us to take care of . . . |
(2026-04-09). Australian creatives push back against 'AI theft'. globalvoices.org Australian artists and cultural workers are demanding stronger laws, more transparency, and remuneration Global Voices Artists are demanding tech companies to uphold transparency and fairness when rolling out AI to scrape and mine local content. This post is part of Global Voices' April 2026 Spotlight series, "
(2026-04-09). 7 best nail fungus treatments that actually work (Doctor-recommended picks). independentaustralia.net 
(2026-04-09). The no-nonsense grooming and wellness guide for Australians. independentaustralia.net 
(2026-04-09). Artemis II Astronauts Reflect on Historic Lunar Mission as They Prepare for Earth's Fiery Return. devdiscourse.com Four astronauts on NASA's Artemis II mission, the farthest-flying human endeavor in history, are heading home from the far side of the moon. In a press conference from space, they shared the emotional rollercoaster of their journey, especially as they prepare for re-entry, described as a "fireball" into Earth's atmosphere.
(2026-04-08). India postpones steel conference due to Middle East situation. ecns.cn NEW DELHI, April 9 ⚪ Citing the ongoing situation in the Middle East, the Indian government on Wednesday announced it has postponed a global steel conference until further notice.
(2026-04-09). Selected Articles: History of America's Wars against Iran: 1909-2025. globalresearch.ca 
By 1951. The Mossadegh Project. The Nationalization of the the Anglo-Iranian Oil Company (AIOC). Act of Parliament leading to the …
(2026-04-09). As election losses mount, White House pursues ballot-rigging plans. wsws.org An easy Democratic victory in Wisconsin and a narrow Republican win in Georgia both showed swings of 25 percent or more against Trump.
(2026-04-09). Reza Pahlavi says Iranians still 'need to topple regime'. newarab.com 
(2026-04-08). Chinese icebreaker Xuelong returns after fruitful Antarctic expedition. ecns.cn China's research icebreaker Xuelong, or Snow Dragon, returned to Shanghai in East China on Thursday after a 160-day-long voyage which formed part of the country's 42nd Antarctic expedition.
(2026-04-09). Zenith Multi Trading DMCC Ventures into Aerospace with Singular Aircraft. devdiscourse.com Dubai's Zenith Multi Trading DMCC has formalized a Letter of Intent with Singular Aircraft S.L., marking its strategic entry into aerospace. This step aligns with Zenith's vision to diversify into technology-driven asset classes.
(2026-04-09). Hungary elections: US Vice President Vance throws his weight behind Orbán. wsws.org For the working class, this election offers no progressive alternative. Neither Orbán nor Magyar represents its interests. Both stand for militarism, social attacks and authoritarian forms of rule—albeit with differing foreign policy orientations.
(2026-04-08). Bulgarian scientists applaud growing space cooperation with China. ecns.cn Space experts in Bulgaria emphasized their growing cooperation with China at an event held at the Space Research and Technology Institute at the Bulgarian Academy of Sciences (SRTI-BAS) in Sofia on Wednesday.
(2026-04-09). Nitin Nabin's Call to Action: Voting for Progress in Assam, Kerala, and Puducherry. devdiscourse.com In a vigorous appeal, BJP national president Nitin Nabin called on the citizens of Assam, Kerala, and Puducherry to exercise their democratic rights for the progress and development of their states. He highlighted the necessity of voting in substantial numbers to secure a future characterized by growth and stability.
(2026-04-09). Japan deploys long-range missiles for the first time. wsws.org In close coordination with Washington's own military operations, Tokyo is setting the pieces in place for war against China.
(2026-04-09). The KMT's new right-left dichotomy. moderndiplomacy.eu As chairman of the Guomindang (KMT), Cheng Li-wun (ÈÑ≠È∫óÊñá) is currently on a visit to the Chinese mainland with a delegation of KMT officials; a subtle divide within the ranks of the century-old party has been reported on by Western media. Such a divide, between the right wing and the left wing of the party, …
(2026-04-08). Chinese FM meets Thai princess Sirindhorn. ecns.cn BEIJING, April 8 ⚪ Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi met with Princess Maha Chakri Sirindhorn of the Kingdom of Thailand in Beijing on Wednesday.
(2026-04-09). A Civilizational Struggle: Truth Versus Shadow in World Politics. moderndiplomacy.eu "To them. I said, the truth would be literally nothing but the shadows of the images. That is certain." -Plato, The Republic Plato's Cave and its "Shadows" At a moment when an American president openly threatens the death of an entire civilization[1] [Iranian/Persian], world politics becomes the issue of absolute primacy. Most worrisome regarding this …
(2026-04-08). China's rejuvenated wetlands attract spectacular 'bird waves'. ecns.cn Every year, flocks of migratory birds traverse China's major flyways in spectacular waves. More than a natural wonder, it shows how wetland restoration efforts are making habitats healthy and vibrant.
(2026-04-08). China boosts medical innovation for public health. ecns.cn China will accelerate the development of core medical technologies and innovative drugs targeting common and complex diseases, including cardiovascular conditions, as part of its effort to harness science for better public health, officials and experts said on Tuesday.
(2026-04-08). China, Afghanistan, Pakistan hold informal talks in Urumqi from April 1 to 7. ecns.cn BEIJING, April 8 ⚪ Representatives from China, Afghanistan and Pakistan held informal talks from April 1 to 7 in Urumqi, northwest Chinas Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region, Chinese foreign ministry spokesperson Mao Ning said on Wednesday.
(2026-04-09). JEFF MCMULLEN: Trump's "own goals" in Iran. independentaustralia.net 
(2026-04-08). Macao embracing opportunities through aligning plan. ecns.cn The century-old skincare brand from Tianjin, Wanzi Qianhong, solidified its comeback this month when it broke ground on a new industrial park in Xiqing district, following three consecutive years of doubling its online sales.
(2026-04-09). Turkey puts 11 LGBT activists on trial for 'obscenity'. newarab.com 
Eleven leaders of a The defendants, leaders of the Genc LGBTI+ association (Young LGBTI+ in Turkish), stand accused of breaching an article of the Turkish constitution on
(2026-04-09). Nationwide roadblocks by truckers and farmers in Mexico face repression. wsws.org Mexican truckers and farmers launched a nationwide strike over war-driven diesel and fertilizer cost surges and insecurity, facing brutal repression by the Morena government.
(2026-04-09). Hong Kong's global future depends on diverse talent. scmp.com Hong Kong's identity as a world-leading international hub has never been static. It has been built over time through openness, adaptability and, crucially, diversity. Recent discussions about the city's talent strategy, including concerns that the overwhelming majority of applicants under key admission schemes come from mainland China, raise a deeper structural question: can Hong Kong remain truly global if its talent pipeline becomes increasingly concentrated? | This is not about downplaying the…
(2026-04-09). Why service businesses are rebuilding operations around AI workflows. independentaustralia.net 
(2026-04-09). Debt In Canada Isn't A Personal Failure. It's A Math Problem. Here's How To Solve It. moguldom.com Debt doesn't announce itself. It doesn't show up one day with a warning label. It builds slowly: a credit card balance that lingers a month longer than planned, a loan payment pushed back "just this once," a financial decision made during a rough week that quietly turns into a years-long obligation. For millions of Canadians, …
(2026-04-09). Iran — A Failed Strategy and Economics of War. globalresearch.ca Author's Note: It is as if we were just concerned with the war, with the weapons they use, and who aggresses whom, and of, course who will win. | But nobody seems to address the question of WHY? Nobody seems to …
(2026-04-09). Puducherry's Electoral Battle Heats Up with Early Voter Turnout. devdiscourse.com Puducherry witnessed an early voter turnout of 17.41% by 9 am on Thursday as polling kicked off across all 30 assembly constituencies. The election began at 7 am across various regions like Puducherry, Karaikal, Mahe, and Yanam, with an electorate of around 9.50 lakh deciding the fate of 294 candidates.
(2026-04-08). U.S. judge sentences 'Ketamine Queen' to 15 years for selling Matthew Perry fatal ketamine dose. ecns.cn LOS ANGELES, April 8 ⚪ A U.TV series stars of the 1990s and early 2000s, and his death renewed scrutiny of ketamines growing use outside operating rooms as both a treatment and an illicit drug.
(2026-04-09). Iran's solidarity with Black Liberation. workers.org 
Iranian missile art says "In memory of Tupac Shakur." Since the start of U.S. aggression against Iran on February 28, the ruling class has made continuous attempts to sway the people into supporting this war. From false allegations of sleeper cells to outright lies about assassination plots against the MAGA . . . |
(2026-04-09). OC restores common sense to women's sport now it's time for New Zealand and Australia to follow suit. onlineopinion.com.au If fairness matters at LA28, why not at school sport? The IOC's decision now puts pressure on Australia and New Zealand.
(2026-04-08). KMT chairwoman pays homage to Sun Yat-sen Mausoleum in Nanjing. ecns.cn Cheng Li-wun, chairwoman of the Chinese Kuomintang (KMT) party, leads a KMT delegation to pay homage to the Sun Yat-sen Mausoleum in Nanjing, capital of east China's Jiangsu Province on April 8, 2026.
(2026-04-09). Election Battles Amidst Fuel Crises: India's Local Polls Heat Up. devdiscourse.com Millions of Indians turned out on Thursday to cast their votes in local elections across two states, marking the start of four significant electoral contests this month. These elections come as tension in the Middle East sparks fuel supply concerns, although Prime Minister Narendra Modi has managed to control domestic pricing.
(2026-04-09). Donald Trump and the Iran War path to madness. independentaustralia.net 
(2026-04-09). PSG Takes the Lead in the Champions League. radiohc.cu Havana, April 8(RHC) — Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) defeated Liverpool 2-0 at home today in the first leg of the Champions League quarter-finals, but missed opportunities to seal the tie. | In a Parc des Princes stadium buzzing with celebrations for PSG's dominance, the Parisians secured a victory with goals from Désiré Doué in the 11th minute and Khivicha Kvaratskhelia in the 65th, their fifth and eighth goals of the tournament, respectively. | Doué himself, Ousmane Dembélé, and others failed to capitalize on clear chances to score and further tip the tie in PSG's favor. The second leg will be played next Tues…
(2026-04-08). China launches new internet satellite group. ecns.cn China launched a new group of low-Earth orbit (LEO) satellites from the Taiyuan Satellite Launch Center in north China's Shanxi Province early on Thursday.
(2026-04-09). Iran war shock causes IMF to revise down global growth forecast. wsws.org IMF chief Kristalina Georgieva has said the world is ill-equipped to deal with the turmoil resulting from the war on Iran, due to the lack of international collaboration and the rise of government debt.
(2026-04-09). Bluster without strategy: Trump's ill-fated Iran war. onlineopinion.com.au Trump's address to the nation on the Iran war was intended to project control and resolve. Instead, it revealed indecision and disarray, marked by contradictions, self praise, and shifting objectives.
(2026-04-09). Project Hail Mary—a hopeful (but somewhat wishful) adventure. wsws.org The overall result is a charming but cartoonish pastiche that, while broadly appealing, falls short of its ambition to be a truly insightful film…
(2026-04-09). WTO's Trade Multilateralism, its Basic Principles of Global Trading. moderndiplomacy.eu The 14th Ministerial Conference of the World Trade Organization (MC14) was held in Yaounde, the capital city of Cameroon, from March 26-29. The landmark conference discussed diverse aspects of significant issues relating to the WTO today. The structural and functional reforms also dominated the discussions. While there was no expectation of a substantial outcome, there …
(2026-04-09). Glenmark Secures USFDA Nod for Progesterone Vaginal Inserts. devdiscourse.com Glenmark Pharmaceuticals announced that it received final approval from the US Food and Drug Administration (USFDA) for its generic version of progesterone vaginal inserts. These are primarily used in fertility treatments and are deemed bioequivalent to Endometrin vaginal inserts.
(2026-04-09). Sixteen Years, Four Days Left: Can Hungary Finally Break Free? moderndiplomacy.eu JD Vance landed in Budapest on Tuesday to address a campaign rally for Viktor Orbán ahead of Hungary's parliamentary elections on Sunday, April 12. First US Vice President to set foot in Hungary since 1991. That alone tells you how much Washington has riding on what happens Sunday — and how worried Orbán's allies are …
(2026-04-09). Trump, Hegseth and the Language of War Crimes. globalresearch.ca He's out of ideas, a mind running on empty. Increasingly, he is also short of reason, zapped by geopolitical addling and meddling.
(2026-04-08). Grandparents top AI swindlers' list. ecns.cn About a year ago, an elderly woman surnamed Ding living in Huangshi, Hubei province, received a phone call she believed was from her grandson urgently requesting financial help. What she didn't know at the time was that the call was the beginning of a sophisticated scam.
(2026-04-08). KMT chair calls for stronger cross-Strait cooperation. ecns.cn Cheng Li-wun, chairwoman of the Chinese Kuomintang party, called for stronger cross-Strait cooperation and lasting peace during her visit on Wednesday to Nanjing, the capital of Jiangsu province, and Shanghai, emphasizing the need to benefit future generations.
(2026-04-08). Trump slams NATO again for being unhelpful for U.S. ecns.cn "NATO wasn't there when we needed them, and they won't be there if we need them again," U.S. President Donald Trump said on Wednesday.
(2026-04-09). US Increasingly Imposes Conditions of Subordination on EU. globalresearch.ca Tensions during Donald Trump's presidency, disputes with China, and initiatives like de-dollarization are expanding the influence of non-Western powers and reshaping the global order. Recent crises worldwide have caused divisions within the West, with the Trump administration growing increasingly at …
(2026-04-09). Cuba no es un país de guerra, declara presidente Díaz-Canel a Newsweek. radiohc.cu El presidente cubano, Miguel Díaz-Canel afirmó que Cuba no es de guerra y que tampoco representa una amenaza para Estados Unidos, mucho menos una amenaza "inusual y extraordinaria" como se alegó como pretexto para una orden ejecutiva. | Durante una entrevista exclusiva concedida a la revista estadounidense Newsweek, Díaz-Canel dijo que Cuba promueve la solidaridad, pero que no le teme a la guerra.Tenemos una doctrina de defensa denominada 'Guerra de todo el pueblo', que no es una doctrina agresiva, sino defensiva, con la participación de todo el pueblo", explicó. | Ratificó que la isla no constituye amenaza para…
(2026-04-09). El V Coloquio Patria, una cita para romper intentos por aislar a Cuba. cubadebate.cu Con un centenar de participantes extranjeros confirmados, entre ellos personalidades de la comunicación, la quinta edición del Coloquio Internacional Patria tendrá lugar del 16 al 18 de abril próximos en la Estación Cultural de Línea y 18, en La Habana.
(2026-04-09). Vilma: la imagen de una mujer en flor. radiohc.cu 
Muchas imágenes regresan a nuestros días la presencia de Vilma Espín Guillois: Vilma niña con sus padres, Vilma en la Universidad de Oriente, donde se hizo ingeniera química, Vilma, hermosa como siempre, vestida de bailarina angelical. | Ella, que era toda ternura, enfrentando cara a cara a un guardia del Ejército batistiano en una manifestación. Vilma con una boina y una sonrisa mágica, vestida de verde olivo en la Sierra Maestra. Con una flor en el pelo y su mano colocada sobre los hombros de otra grande, Celia Sánchez. Vilma, al lado de Fidel y de Raúl, siempre; en Congresos de la Federación de Mujeres Cubanas…
(2026-04-09). Chico Buarque viaja a La Habana para grabar una canción con Silvio Rodríguez. radiohc.cu "Vino a grabar una canción con nosotros", publica este miércoles en Facebook la página Zurrón del Aprendiz, del cantautor cubano Silvio Rodríguez, quien anunció así la visita del brasileño Chico Buarque. | Indica el texto que "treinta y cuatro años después de su última visita a Cuba, Chico Buarque aterrizó en La Habana para grabar Sueño con serpientes". | Informa, además, que en la grabación del legendario tema del trovador antillano participan Niurka Gonzalez, en la flauta; Jorge Reyes, en el contrabajo; Malva Rodríguez al piano, Oliver Valdés, en la batería y en los arreglos, Jorge Aragón. | Dignos representant…
(2026-04-09). Honran mujeres bayamesas a Vilma y denuncian consecuencias del bloqueo norteamericano para Cuba. radiohc.cu Integrantes de la Federación de Mujeres Cubana en la ciudad de Bayamo, rindieron homenaje a la eterna presidenta de esa organización, Vilma Espín, en el aniversario 96 de su natalicio. | Al dirigirse a los presentes María Elena Cirnero Ferrer destacó el legado de Vilma que se mantiene vivo en la actualidad. | "Vilma es ejemplo de lucha, ternura y firmeza. Hoy la recordamos con el corazón, pero también con la convicción de seguir defendiendo cada conquista que ella nos ayudó a lograr." | En el acto, realizado en la Plaza de la Revolución de la Ciudad Monumento Nacional, las bayamesas reafirmaron su compromiso con…
(2026-04-09). Vice primera ministra de Cuba llama en Matanzas a buscar alternativas en el abasto de agua. radiohc.cu La miembro del Comité Central del Partido Comunista de Cuba (PCC), Inés María Chapman, vice primera ministra de la República, llamó este miércoles a buscar con ´inteligencia colectiva ´, alternativas para el abasto de agua en la provincia de Matanzas, una de las más golpeadas por la falta del preciado líquido. | En un encuentro en la sede del Gobierno local, que contó con participación de directivos del ramo en el occidental territorio, Chapman indicó abordar el problema del acceso al agua desde una óptica diferente a la habitual y en el menor tiempo posible, en medio de un contexto agravado por la c…
(2026-04-09). Atlético de Madrid Defeats Barcelona in the Champions League. radiohc.cu Havana, April 8 (RHC) — Atletico Madrid defeated FC Barcelona two goals to zero today in the first leg of the Champions League quarter-finals (UEFA Champions League). | The match began with FC Barcelona creating several chances that ended with shots on goal against Atlético, guarded by Juan Muso. | As the first half drew to a close, Barcelona defender Pau Cubarsi committed a last-man foul, resulting in his expulsion and a free kick that winger Julián àÅlvarez converted into the first goal for his team. With one player less on the pitch, Barcelona manager Hansi Flick brought on Fermín López and Pablo Pá…
(2026-04-09). Todo lo que debes saber sobre las nuevas empresas mixtas nacionales. cubadebate.cu En un paso que marca una nueva etapa en la transformación del sistema empresarial cubano, el ministro de Economía y Planificación, Joaquín Alonso Vázquez, explicó en la Mesa Redonda los fundamentos, objetivos y retos del Decreto-Ley 114, una norma que abre el camino a la creación de empresas mixtas entre entidades estatales y no estatales.
(2026-04-09). Vea Cuadrando la caja: Fuentes Renovables de Energía, øcambian las reglas del juego para la generación? cubadebate.cu En el programa Cuadrando la Caja expertos y académicos hablaron sobre el tema de las fuentes renovables de energía y sus nuevas directrices para la economía cubana. Algunas interrogantes fueron puestas sobre la mesa para su análisis y discusión.
(2026-04-09). Daily Memo: ICE Returns to Downtown LA ISAP Office, Increases Raids in the Inland Empire. lataco.com ICE returned to the ISAP office after a week-long hiatus, and another woman has died after release from ICE custody.
(2026-04-09). High-Stakes Bypolls in Karnataka: Congress Battles BJP for Key Seats. devdiscourse.com As voting commenced for bypolls in Bagalkot and Davanagere South constituencies in Karnataka, the initial turnout was recorded at 11.87 percent and 9.01 percent, respectively. These elections were necessitated by the deaths of Congress MLAs H Y Meti and Shamanur Shivashankarappa, posing a significant challenge for Congress which is keen to hold its ground.
(2026-04-08). Vance says up to Iran if it wants truce to over Lebanon. al-monitor.com US Vice President JD Vance on Wednesday urged Iran not to let the fragile ceasefire deal fall apart over Israel's attacks on Lebanon, days before he is due to lead talks with Tehran in Pakistan.As Iran's president said a truce in Lebanon was a key condition for ending the Middle East war, Vance said he believed there had been a "legitimate misunderstanding".
(2026-04-08). Trump Announces Iran Ceasefire: US Offramp or Just Another Deception? counterpunch.org 
The next two weeks will tell if the ceasefire announced yesterdaty is just another negotiation deception that seems to have become standard practice in Israeli—and now US—military operations. Last June 2025, Trump and the Israelis lured the Iranians into negotiations and then bombed Iran while talks were in progress. And then did it again on February 27-28 while negotiations were also underway. Should the Iranians think it will be any different this third time?
(2026-04-08). or TACO? Trump faces questions on Iran deal. al-monitor.com Donald Trump claimed "total" victory after a ceasefire with Iran. But critics say the deal is a fresh example of their maxim that the tough-talking US president always "chickens out."In the space of 12 nerve-wracking hours, Trump went from warning that a "whole civilization will die" to hailing that agreement as a big day for world peace.The reality on the ground however showed a still shaky two-week ceasefire with a host of unanswered questions ⚪ not least about whether Trump had ever intended to follow through on his apocalyptic threats.
(2026-04-08). Ignoring genocide the bill for Australia's silence has arrived. asiapacificreport.nz 
There is a bitter truth that must be spoken before we can talk honestly about what is happening to us now. Michael West Media reports on Australia's quiet complicity in the illegal US-Israeli war on Iran. COMMENTARY: By Andrew Brown When the bombs fell on Gaza, Australia was quiet. When the hospitals were destroyed, when…
(2026-04-08). Trump accepts Iran's 10-point proposal, announces two-week ceasefire for negotiations. peoplesdispatch.org After threatening that "a whole civilization will die tonight", the US president announced a two-week ceasefire with Iran, an hour before his self-imposed 8pm deadline for a potential escalation.
(2026-04-07). Key points of Iran's official statement on ceasefire with U.S. ecns.cn Key points of Irans official statement on ceasefire with U. ⚪ It is necessary for all Iranians to trust and support the negotiation process with the United States, which is under the supervision of the supreme leader and the"highest levels of the system."‚ñ .
(2026-04-08). abrupt Iran reversal exposes limits of his leverage. al-monitor.com By Matt Spetalnick, David Brunnstrom and Gram SlatteryWASHINGTON, April 8 (Reuters) – Donald Trump's dramatic climbdown from his chilling threat to wipe out Iran's civilization has exposed the limits – and the rising risks – of the U.S. president's typically unpredictable negotiating style.
(2026-04-08). Trump Says A 'Whole Civilization Will Die Tonight' In Iran. popularresistance.org President Trump on Tuesday issued another threat against Iran, saying a "whole civilization will die tonight," raising fears that he's threatening to use nuclear weapons. | "A whole civilization will die tonight, never to be brought back again. I don't want that to happen, but it probably will," the president wrote on Truth Social. He went on to reference his deadline that he previously set for Iran to open the Strait of Hormuz or agree to some sort of diplomatic deal by 8 pm EST tonight, but there's no sign that real negotiations are taking place.
(2026-04-08). Kashmir's Cleric Praises US-Iran Ceasefire. devdiscourse.com Kashmir's chief cleric, Mirwaiz Umar Farooq, has praised the newly announced ceasefire between the United States and Iran. He sees this development as a significant move towards peace, emphasizing the importance of dialogue and restraint over confrontation for resolving conflicts.
(2026-04-08). Counting the cost of the Iran war in Iraqi Kurdistan. newarab.com 
Over the past six weeks, Iran and Iraqi militias have subjected Iraq's Kurdistan Region to a massive Regular drone and missile strikes have resulted in multiple deaths and caused significant It has also exacerbated political friction between Erbil and other political forces inside Iraq. | According to Community Peacemaker Teams (CPT), a…
(2026-04-08). Iran and US reach ceasefire deal. infobrics.org Ceasefire in the Middle East brings hope for peace, but the situation remains unstable.
(2026-04-08). Spanish Prime Minister Welcomes Ceasefire in Iran But Rejects Praise for Trump. truthout.org Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez on Wednesday welcomed news of a two-week ceasefire in Iran as a step back from the brink of catastrophe, but said the war's aggressors — the U.S. and Israel — deserved no praise for the temporary reprieve. "Ceasefires are always good news. Especially if they lead to a just and lasting peace," Sánchez wrote on social media. "But this momentary relief cannot… |
(2026-04-08). Trump's Iran War Is Not Going Great For The NATO+ Alliance. popularresistance.org US President Donald Trump has become increasingly unhinged as the war on Iran has not gone as he imagined. Both the United States and Israel felt that a series of domination strikes against Iran would decapitate the leadership of the country and force the remaining mid-level leaders into surrender. The miscalculation of the Trump-Netanyahu agenda has been total: a depth of wartime leadership has emerged within Iran, the public stands united to defend their homeland, and because of Iran's strategic use of the Strait of Hormuz, it is the United States, and not Iran, that is now suing for peace.
(2026-04-08). Madness or bluster? Trump's apocalyptic language raises key questions. scmp.com The president who yearned for a Nobel Peace Prize and once revelled in the appearance of solving conflicts turned to the language of annihilation as he struggled to find a resolution to his war of choice in Iran. | US President Donald Trump's latest threat over the Iran war hit a new extreme on Tuesday as he warned "A whole civilisation will die tonight, never to be brought back again", if Iran failed to make a deal that included reopening the vital Strait of Hormuz.
(2026-04-08). 'Delete this immediately' — Corbyn tells lame 'Have I got news' after smear. thecanary.co 
Corbyn — Two and a half years of Israel's genocide in Gaza have shown the thinking, honest world what Israel and its lobby are. Which is lying, racist and murderous. Not the BBC's feeble 'Have I got news for you', though. No. Skwawkbox, the Canary and millions of others always knew that the 'Labour antisemitism' […] | By
(2026-04-08). The Gaza Stress Test for the UN System. fpif.org More than two years after the start of the war between Israel and Hamas on October 7, 2023, Gaza remains caught between destruction and diplomacy. Ceasefire agreements reached in late 2025 reduced the intensity of the conflicts but failed to resolve the political aspects of the crisis. | In recent months, Gaza has witnessed the complete opposite of the usual peacebuilding processes. Unlike past examples, the reconstruction process that normally follows a peace agreement remains overshadowed by sovereignty and security issues. This situation, reflected in the problems experienced in the UN Security Council, has le…
(2026-04-08). Breaking: Israel murders Al Jazeera journalist Mohammed Wishah in Gaza. thecanary.co 
The occupation has today, 8 April 2026, murdered Al Jazeera Mubasher journalist Mohammed Wishah in Gaza. An Israeli millitary drone bombed Wishah's car as he travelled near the coast west of Gaza city: Wishah is the latest of hundreds of journalists deliberately murdered by the ethno-supremacist colony, many of them along with more than 700 […] | By
(2026-04-08). Israeli strikes in Gaza kill four, including Al Jazeera journalist, medics say. al-monitor.com CAIRO, April 8 (Reuters) – Israeli airstrikes in the Gaza Strip killed four people on Wednesday, including an Al Jazeera journalist, local health authorities said and the Qatari television network reported.The strike that killed Al Jazeera's Muhammad Washah targeted a vehicle he and one other Palestinian, who was also killed, were driving along the coastal road in Gaza City, health authorities said.
(2026-04-08). Bondi won't appear before US lawmakers over Epstein files, Justice Department says. scmp.com Former US attorney general Pam Bondi does not plan to appear for a planned interview with a House of Representatives committee on the release of the Jeffrey Epstein files following her firing by US President Donald Trump, the Justice Department told Congress on Wednesday. | Bondi was subpoenaed ‚Äålast month to testify in her formal role as attorney general, rendering the demand invalid now that she no longer holds that title, a Justice Department official wrote in a letter to the House Oversight…
(2026-04-08). What does the US-Iran ceasefire mean for the Strait of Hormuz. newarab.com 
Uncertainty surrounds how the strategic Strait of Hormuz will operate following a A major escalation of the The war brought maritime traffic in the strait close to a standstill, sending global oil and gas prices…
(2026-04-08). As war premiums hit groceries, China deals give Africa room to breathe. scmp.com The first tankers that turned away from the Strait of Hormuz did not just redraw shipping maps. They redrew grocery lists, too. After Iran's partial closure of the strait disrupted a chokepoint that carries roughly 20 per cent of the world's oil, traders priced in something they know too well: war is not only about missiles; it's about the bill that lands on kitchen tables months later. | Brent crude climbing back above US$100 a barrel, and touching roughly US$120 on the worst days, is already…
(2026-04-08). Jet fuel supplies to take 'months' to recover from war: IATA. newarab.com 
It will take months for jet fuel supplies and prices to normalise even with the Strait of Hormuz open, the head of The Strait of Hormuz, a vital shipping route for oil, has been virtually paralysed for weeks by IATA director general Willie Walsh told reporters in Singapore it was difficult to say how long fuel supplies w…
(2026-04-08). Trump claims victory, but Iran holds the real card: a bruised but powerful grip on Hormuz. moderndiplomacy.eu Nearly six weeks of war in Iran have ended with President Trump claiming victory, but the ceasefire has solidified the power of Iran's radical government, which controls the Strait of Hormuz, a key shipping route for global energy. Analysts believe this conflict will be seen as a major strategic mistake for Trump, reshaping the Middle …
(2026-04-08). "Sigh of Relief" : U.S. & Iran Agree to 2-Week Ceasefire, But Israel Keeps Bombing Lebanon. democracynow.org 
The United States and Iran have announced a two-week ceasefire, brokered by Pakistan, under which Iran has agreed to reopen the Strait of Hormuz. Israel is also part of the agreement, but it has said it will continue its attacks and occupation inside Lebanon. The deal was reached less than two hours before President Trump's 8 p.m. ET deadline Tuesday for Iran to reopen the strait under threat of destroying every power plant and major bridge in Iran. | Although both parties have "strong incentives" to maintain a ceasefire, the deal is "extremely precarious," says Eskandar Sadeghi-Boro…
(2026-04-08). Maritime Opportunities Arise from U.S.-Iran Ceasefire. devdiscourse.com The Danish shipping giant Maersk expressed cautious optimism this Wednesday in the wake of a recent ceasefire between the United States and Iran, suggesting it could foster improved transit opportunities for vessels navigating the strategic Strait of Hormuz.
(2026-04-08). US-Iran agree to two-week ceasefire; Tehran to open Strait of Hormuz levying 'heavy fees'. ptcnews.tv US-Iran ceasefire: US President Donalt Trump on Wednesday announced a ceasefire with Iran and subsequently halting strikes on Iran for two weeks. This marks a significant development in what could have been a major escalation after sel-imposed deadline by Trump. | Meanwhile Iran agreed to a two-week ceasefire, opening a diplomatic window to de-escalate the 40-day conflict and Tehran also accepted the truce and agreed to conditionally reopen the Strait of Hormuz. | "I hold off the destructive force being sent tonight to Iran, and subject to the Islamic Republic of Iran agreeing to the COMPLETE, IMMEDIATE, and SAF…
(2026-04-08). Iran warns ships in Strait of Hormuz, threatens destruction without permission as Trump announces 2-week ceasefire. ptcnews.tv PTC Web Desk: Tensions in the Persian Gulf remain high as Iran has reportedly tightened its control over maritime movement through the strategically crucial Strait of Hormuz. On Wednesday, Iran's naval forces issued a stern warning to commercial vessels operating in the region, stating that ships must obtain prior clearance before attempting to pass through the narrow waterway.According to a report by The Wall Street Journal, Iranian naval authorities communicated over radio frequencies that any vessel crossing the strait without explicit permission from the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) Navy would fa…
(2026-04-08). US, Iran Strike Two-Week Ceasefire Deal, Agree to Reopen Strait of Hormuz. moderndiplomacy.eu The United States and Iran have agreed to a two-week ceasefire, reaching a deal just before President Donald Trump's deadline for Iran to reopen the Strait of Hormuz. This announcement came after mediation by Pakistan's military chief, Field Marshal Asim Munir, and Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif, who invited both Iranian and U. S. delegations to …
(2026-04-08). Ceasefire deal sends oil tumbling below $100 and stocks soaring. moderndiplomacy.eu Oil prices decreased while stocks and bonds increased on Wednesday due to a two-week ceasefire in the Middle East, which raised hopes for the return of oil and gas flows through the Strait of Hormuz. This news followed weeks of market fluctuations caused by U. S. and Israeli attacks on Iran in late February, which …
(2026-04-08). Iranians, Watching Precarious Ceasefire, Express Desperation Over What's Next. truthout.org The United States and Iran have announced a two-week ceasefire, brokered by Pakistan, under which Iran has agreed to reopen the Strait of Hormuz. Israel is also part of the agreement, but it has said it will continue its attacks and occupation inside Lebanon. The deal was reached less than two hours before President Trump's 8 p.m. ET deadline Tuesday for Iran to reopen the strait under threat of… |
(2026-04-07). China, Russia veto UN Security Council draft resolution on Strait of Hormuz. ecns.cn The UN Security Council on Tuesday failed to adopt a draft resolution that "strongly encourages" states interested in the use of commercial maritime routes in the Strait of Hormuz to coordinate efforts of a defensive nature to contribute to ensuring the safety and security of navigation across the Strait of Hormuz, including through the escort of merchant and commercial vessels.
(2026-04-08). threatens to 'annihilate' Iran — Antiwar protests called across U.S. iacenter.org April 7, 2026 April 7. The U.S. president threatened April 6 to annihilate Iran's civilian infrastructure starting the evening of April 7 if the Iranian government fails to open the Strait of Hormuz to all traffic. His earlier similar threat was laced with obscenities usually unsaid in public by imperialist heads of state. Four U.S. planes and two helicopters destroyed in reported 'rescue' of a downed specialist in Iran April 5, 2026. $200 million in U.S. equipment lost, possible unreported casualties. In response, 14 million Iranians vowed to risk their lives rather than submit. Thousands have already lined up o…
(2026-04-08). Headlines for April 8, 2026. democracynow.org U.S. and Iran Agree to Two-Week Ceasefire; Iran Warns Its "Hands Remain on the Trigger", Israel Says U.S.-Iran Two-Week Ceasefire Doesn't Apply to Lebanon, Iran Continues to Launch Retaliatory Strikes Throughout the Region, Oil Prices Plunge After Announcement of U.S.-Iran Ceasefire, American Freelance Journalist Shelly Kittleson Released by Iran-Backed Iraqi Militia, U.S. Soldier's Wife Released After Being Arrested by ICE Agents on Military Base, Trump Administration Still Seeks to Deport Kilmar àÅbrego García to Liberia, DHS Threatens to Withdraw CBP Officers from Airports in So-Called…
(2026-04-08). Iran war: is the US shifting away from its strategy of precision strikes? scmp.com Whether the US-Israeli war on Iran wraps up quickly or drags on, the repercussions will be felt for years, reshaping warfare, geopolitics and energy security as well as how the world sees the United States and its tactical and strategic capabilities. In the final instalment of a three-part series, we look at the move away from precision strikes on limited military assets. | When Iran's South Pars gas field was hit at the start of the US-Israeli war on the country, Tehran retaliated with attacks on…
(2026-04-08). FO Live: When Will the Houthis Join the War to Support Iran? fairobserver.com Fair Observer's Video Producer Rohan Khattar Singh moderates an FO Live discussion on the US—Israel war with Iran. He is joined by Fernando Carvajal, executive director of The American Center for South Yemen Studies; Eric Jeunot, a professor at Abu Dhabi University; and Heena Lotus, a geopolitical analyst. Khattar Singh pushes the panel to assess…
(2026-04-08). BBC ran quote from Iranian claiming to be 'fine' with nuclear destruction of Iran. thecanary.co 
Did the BBC really think it was unremarkable that a young Iranian told its reporters he would be 'fine' with a nuclear strike on his own country? On Tuesday 7th April 2026, it ran a piece called 'We're sinking deeper': Iranians brace for infrastructure strikes as Trump deadline nears — and included his quote without […] | By
(2026-04-08). A ceasefire on Iran's terms underscores war's strategic blunder. responsiblestatecraft.org Yesterday began with Donald Trump
(2026-04-08). As US, Israel, Iran claim victory, Pakistan wins the meme war. newarab.com 
The announcement of a Boosted by their country's role in brokering the ceasefire, Pakistanis around the world celebrated loudly on social media – and the memes did not disappoint. | The New Arab takes a look at some of the top takes. | "We…
(2026-04-08). Democracy Now! 2026-04-08 Wednesday. democracynow.org Headlines for April 08, 2026; "Sigh of Relief": U.S. & Iran Agree to 2-Week Ceasefire, But Israel Keeps Bombing Lebanon; "Steal This Story, Please!": Documentary on Amy Goodman & Democracy Now! in Theaters April 10 | Headlines for April 08, 2026; "Sigh of Relief": U.S. & Iran Agree to 2-Week Ceasefire, But Israel Keeps Bombing Lebanon; "Steal This Story, Please!": Documentary on Amy Goodman & Democracy Now! in Theaters April 10…
(2026-04-08). 'Restraint Is Over': IRGC Warns Washington. popularresistance.org Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) warned on 7 April that it will no longer restrain itself in responding to US-Israeli attacks on its energy and petrochemical infrastructure. | "Restraint is over," the IRGC said in its statement on Tuesday. | "We will act against US infrastructure and that of its partners in a way that will deprive the United States and its allies of the region's oil and gas for years. Regional partners of the United States should know that, until now, we have exercised significant restraint out of good neighborliness and have taken considerations into account when selecting retalia…
(2026-04-08). War Is Driving A Food Crisis—And No One Is Ready. scheerpost.com Joshua Scheer The global economy is already reeling from the cascading effects of the U.S.-Israeli war on Iran—fuel shortages, disrupted supply chains, and a deepening energy crisis. But beneath the headlines about oil and geopolitics lies a quieter, more dangerous threat: a global food system on the brink. The warning signs are everywhere, if you …
(2026-04-08). anti-war sentiment is swelling — amid fears that dissent be tolerated. haaretz.com Whether leftists or rightists, some oppose the Iran war while others think Netanyahu's government is using it as a tool to stay in power. There's one thing they have in common: increasing angst about speaking up…
(2026-04-08). Israel refuses to include Lebanon in 'ceasefire' agreement. thecanary.co 
Israel is refusing to include Lebanon in the US-Iran 'ceasefire' agreement. Instead, the Zionist entity is continuing to bomb Beirut, southern Lebanon, and the Bekaa Valley simultaneously. Apocalyptic scenes in Lebanon's capital right now. Israel has launched 100 airstrikes on Lebanon in 10 minutes. Striking South Lebanon, Beirut and the Bekaa Valley simultaneously. This isn't […] | By
(2026-04-08). UN condemns Israeli strikes on Lebanon, calls casualty reports. al-monitor.com April 8 (Reuters) – The United Nations on Wednesday condemned a massive wave of Israeli strikes across Lebanon, saying reports that hundreds of people, including civilians had been killed and injured were "appalling" just hours after the Iran ceasefire.Israel's strikes on Lebanon have been the heaviest since the conflict with Hezbollah broke out last month, even as the Iran-aligned group paused attacks on northern Israel and Israeli troops in Lebanon under a two-week U.S.-Iran ceasefire.
(2026-04-08). Hezbollah halts attacks following US-Iran ceasefire, sources say. moderndiplomacy.eu Hezbollah stopped firing at northern Israel and Israeli troops in Lebanon early Wednesday, as part of a ceasefire announced by the U. S. and Iran, according to three sources tied to the group. Pakistani Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif indicated that the two-week ceasefire would cover Lebanon, where violence erupted between Hezbollah and Israel on March …
(2026-04-08). Egypt farmers face crisis as Hormuz disruption drives costs up. newarab.com 
Sixty-five-year-old farmer Rabie Abdel Azim, from the village of Gardu in Fayoum Governorate, was caught off guard this week when the price of a 50-kilogramme bag of fertiliser jumped 50% overnight. | The price went up to EGP 1,200 ($22) from EGP 800 ($15) right before the outbreak of the US-Israeli war on Iran. | Just a year ago, the same bag cost no more than EGP 350 ($7) — an increase of 243% year-on-year. | Rabie cultivates roughly half a feddan of clover, a crop that requires heavy fertilisation. He needs four bags every two weeks, at a cost of up to EGP 9,600 ($176) per month. | "In one week, the pric…
(2026-04-08). Israel to honor Iran cease‚Äëfire, but officials are wary of emerging deal. haaretz.com It remains unclear whether Iran will give up its enriched uranium or abandon its ballistic missile program, which Netanyahu has called an existential threat. On Lebanon, conflicting messages emerged, with Jerusalem saying the cease-fire does not apply…
(2026-04-08). Netanyahu set three goals for the war in Iran. He achieve any of them. haaretz.com The terms underpinning the newly established cease-fire could strengthen the current Iranian regime and limit Israel's campaign against Hezbollah, raising questions about whether Netanyahu's objectives were achieved…
(2026-04-08). Spain's Sánchez derides craven 'leaders' praising "those who set world on fire" thecanary.co 
Spanish PM Pedro Sánchez has derided 'leaders' who are feting Donald Trump over the two-week 'ceasefire' after weeks of Israel and US bases taking a pounding from Iran and torching the global economy. While craven politicians have praised Trump as if the US had not dressed up surrender as victory, Sánchez said Trump had "set […] | By
(2026-04-08). Lebanese sources: IDF presence in Lebanon could hamper possible Israel-Hezbollah truce. haaretz.com Iran warned it could withdraw from the cease-fire if Israeli strikes in Lebanon persist, amid uncertainty over the implications of Hezbollah's exclusion from the deal. Lebanese officials said a cease-fire might not be fully implemented as long as Israeli forces remained deployed in southern Lebanon…
(2026-04-08). India issues fresh advisory for its citizens in Iran as ceasefire kicks in; 'expeditiously exit…'. hindustantimes.com India has issued a fresh advisory for its citizens in Iran, urging them to leave the country at the earliest despite the recently announced two-week ceasefire between Iran and the United States. The Indian Embassy in Tehran released the latest advisory asking Indian nationals residing in Iran to "expeditiously exit Iran" while cautioning them not to approach any international land border without prior consultation with embassy officials. The warning comes amid uncertainty over the ceasefire, with authorities appearing unconvinced that the temporary truce guarantees lasting stability in the region. The U.S. and Ir…
(2026-04-08). Ceasefire for now: Trump blinks on Iran, but imperialism's agenda remains. peoplesworld.org 
At 8 p.m. Tuesday, a deadline passed that the president of the United States had turned into a world-ending ultimatum. Trump had boasted on his Truth Social platform that "a whole civilization will die tonight, never to be brought back again" if Iran didn't meet his demands. He threatened to turn power plants to rubble, …
(2026-04-08). Hormuz control, uranium enrichment: Iran proposes 10-point ceasefire conditions. ptcnews.tv US-Iran ceasefire: Minutes after Donald Trump announced a ceasefire with Iran and stepped back from brink of major escalation, Tehran claimed a "historic victory" and agreed to a two-week ceasefire, and laid out a sweeping 10-point truce conditions asserting that Washington has agreed to in principle. | In a statement shortly after Trump's announcement on Tuesday night, Iran's Supreme National Security Council said the US had suspended its "bombing and attack" campaign and accepted the two-week, "double-sided" ceasefire after being compelled by Tehran's military and political pressure. | "Iran achieved a great v…
(2026-04-08). economy was weak before the war, now worse. al-monitor.com Even before the war in sanctions-hit Iran, inflation was running at nearly 50 percent and anger over the economy had fuelled massive anti-government protests. After more than five weeks of conflict, problems have only mounted. Beyond the daily fear of attacks, the most immediate effect of the war has been another upward spiral in the prices of everything from basic goods ⚪ food, drink, medicine or diapers ⚪ to lunches in trendy city cafes.
(2026-04-08). Iran declares 'historic victory' over the U.S., says enemy forced to accept its proposal. workers.org 
Iranian people risk their lives to protect their infrastructure from U.S. attacks. The following statement issued by Iran's Supreme National Security Council in response to the MAGA president's two-week "ceasefire" was published by Press TV on April 7. "Good news to the dear nation of Iran! Nearly all the objectives . . . |
(2026-04-08). Trump's tantrum backfires again: NATO ally publicly warns against war crimes-style strikes on Iran. hindustantimes.com Reports say the Pentagon is widening the range of Iranian sites it could target, including so-called dual-use facilities that supply fuel and electricity to both civilians and the military. According to the claim attributed to Politico, U.S. war planners are revising the target list in a way that could give the administration added legal cover if future strikes trigger accusations of war crimes. The move is already drawing concern from allies. France has publicly warned against any strike on civilian infrastructure in Iran, with Foreign Minister Jean-Noà´l Barrot saying such attacks would open a dangerous n…
(2026-04-08). Ceasefire Reached: Iran's 10-Point Terms Set Framework as U.S. Halts Attacks. wibailoutpeople.org 
(2026-04-08). Over a quarter of UK drivers will use their car less due to fuel spikes. thecanary.co 
Donald Trump and Benjamin Netanyahu's attack on Iran has disrupted oil supplies and markets across the globe. And fuel companies have wasted no time in, shall we say, 'responding'. UK forecourts over the Easter weekend were charging on average £1.57 a litre for petrol, and £1.89 for diesel. Again, as with concern over UK jobs, […] | By
(2026-04-08). Will US Nuke Iran to Save the Petrodollar? globalresearch.ca When the United States launched its second aggression on Iraq in 2003, there were several initial excuses, including the 9/11 attacks, Al Qaeda, and weapons of mass destruction. | When it became clear every single one of these was a lie …
(2026-04-08). Extensive international participation in Patria Colloquium in Cuba. radiohc.cu More than one hundred communications professionals and activists from Latin America and other regions will participate in the fifth edition of the Patria Colloquium, to be held in Havana next week. | According to the president of the Union of Journalists of Cuba (UPEC), Ricardo Ronquillo, the meeting, to be held in the central Vedado neighborhood, has special significance in a context marked by Washington's aggression against this nation, which includes a fierce smear campaign against the Revolution. | In this context, he said, Patria responds to the need to connect public and private media outlets, projects, and…
(2026-04-08). Reject the Australian Education Union sellout in Tasmania, unify with educators in Victoria, form rank-and file committees! wsws.org By calling off its work bans the AEU is signalling its willingness to force the state government's offer through, further cutting real wages and doing nothing to address staff shortages and intolerable workloads.
(2026-04-08). Women's Rights in Iran: The Country Often Portrayed as "Backward" , Surpasses the United States in All Academic Areas. globalresearch.ca [Below is an AI English translation from In the grand theater of geopolitics, Iran is systematically portrayed as a hell for women, a country where the veil masks widespread oppression. Yet, when one dares to look at the …
(2026-04-08). A letter from Cuban troubadour Raúl Torres: "Shame and pity those pseudo-artists who dream of seeing their own people's blood flow" radiohc.cu Hey, let me explain… what shame and pity those pseudo-artists who dream of seeing their own people's blood run. But not just any blood, no: the blood of those who sweat it out on a P8 bus at six in the morning on their way to work, the blood of those who stand in line under the sun to take a piece of bread home.
(2026-04-08). Butabika Overwhelmed as MPs Flag Mental Care Gaps. plusnews.ug 
The killing of four toddlers at a Ggaba daycare centre has cast a harsh spotlight on deep cracks in Uganda's mental health and criminal justice systems. Officials from the National Referral Mental Hospital warn that the country lacks even the most basic infrastructure to handle high-risk offenders with suspected mental illness. Appearing before Parliament's Health …
(2026-04-07). Spring blossoms in Beijing attract visitors. ecns.cn Residents admire blooming crabapple flowers at Yuan Dadu City Wall Ruins Park in Beijing, April 7, 2026.
(2026-04-08). Senedd candidate challenges rivals over disability cuts. thecanary.co 
Plans to cut £200 a month from new Universal Credit claims for those unable to work came into force the start of April. This has sparked a fierce challenge from a G≈µyr Abertawe (Swansea West & Gower) Senedd candidate. Ben Golightly, the lead candidate for the Welsh Trade Unionist and Socialist Coalition (TUSC) and a […] | By
(2026-04-08). Suicide of U-M researcher: Stop the persecution of Chinese scientists! wsws.org The tragic death of Danhao Wang, a brilliant Chinese postdoctoral researcher at the University of Michigan, is the direct and fatal consequence of a vicious xenophobic campaign of harassment and intimidation orchestrated by the federal government and enabled by the university administration.
(2026-04-08). Peru's Election: Who Are the Front-Runners for President? moderndiplomacy.eu Peruvians will vote on April 12 for a new president and Congress members after a period of political instability, marked by eight presidents since 2018 due to impeachments and corruption scandals. A record number of candidates will participate in the first round, and if no one gets over 50% of the votes, the top two …
(2026-04-08). Senior BBC Iran Reporter Exposed As Opposition Activist. scheerpost.com Wyatt Reed The Grayzone After a top reporter at the BBC drew outrage for publishing a quote demanding Iran be nuked, she's been revealed as a dedicated regime change activist whose career was launched by a CIA-founded propaganda network. Serious questions remain about the BBC's editorial process. On April 6, 2026, horrified social media users …
(2026-04-08). Fake village, real fraud: Brothers ordered to repay R14m lotteries grant. sanews.gov.za Fake village, real fraud: Brothers ordered to repay R14m lotteries grant | The Special Tribunal has declared the R14 million in funding awarded by the National Lotteries Commission (NLC) to the Madumelani Community Project as unlawful, invalid and set aside. | The ruling, which was welcomed by the Special Investigating Unit (SIU), comes after the unit exposed an intricate scheme by brothers Tshimangadzo and Ndoweni Mukutu, who fraudulently obtained funding intended for the construction of a cultural village in Hammanskraal. | The cultural village that the two had claimed they would build was already established i…
(2026-04-08). Google unpacks Gemma 4 capable of multi-step planning, deep logic. ummid.com U.S. IT major, Google, Thursday April 02, 2026 unpacked Gemma 4 – a new generation of open models capable of multi-step planning and deep logic.
(2026-04-08). Beyond The Brink And Fighting Back With Playwright And Actor Patrick White. mediasanctuary.org Capital District Playwright and actor Patrick White will take on the accent and persona of Tennessee Williams starting April 24 when the one-man play Youth a Distant Country opens at Schenectady's Mopco Improv Theater. White was inspired to. make a career in drama when he starred in Williams Glass Menagerie as a high school student He is thrilled to be portraying Williams in a play that is based on letters Williams wrote over 30 years to friends and family, starting when he was a teenager. It's a daunting task to fill 90 minutes on a stage by yourself. White is. working daily now to memorize — line by li…
(2026-04-08). Birthright case forces U.S. Supreme Court to confront prospect of Americans losing citizenship. mronline.org 
As the U.S. Supreme Court heard arguments last week about the constitutionality of President Donald Trump's executive order to end birthright citizenship, Justice Sonia Sotomayor seemed skeptical. The order as written applies only to babies born in the future, and the Trump administration has asked the court to exclude current citizens from any decision. Still, …
(2026-04-08). Milwaukee, April 24, 2026: Comite Sin Fronteras Fundraiser (Support DACA Renewals). wibailoutpeople.org 
(2026-04-08). Erdoƒüan-Zelenskyy meeting; Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan visits Syria; New NATO headquarters in Türkiye. uwidata.com Last week, Türkiye's political agenda remained intense. A meeting between President Recep Tayyip Erdoƒüan and his Ukrainian counterpart Volodymyr Zelenskyy stood at the top of the agenda. Secondly, Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan participated in a meeting in Damascus attended by Syrian President al-Sharaa and Zelenskyy. Meanwhile, statements by the Ministry of National Defense regarding NATO …
(2008-04-26). Peshawar District Inter-Club Weightlifting Championship to start on April 14. tribune.com.pk 
The Peshawar District Inter-Club Weightlifting Championship will kick off on April 14 at the Gym Hall of Peshawar Sports Complex under the aegis of the Regional Sports Office Peshawar. | The three-day event will feature participation from six different clubs of Peshawar, with competitions to be held in six weight categories: 55kg, 65kg, 73kg, 81kg, 89kg, and over 89kg. Young lifters are expected to showcase their talent and strength during the championship. | Regional Sports Officer Kashif Farhan said the event is being organized with the approval of the Peshawar district administration and under the directive…
(2026-04-08). Israel steps up attacks on ambulances and civilians in Lebanon despite 'ceasefire'. thecanary.co 
Israel has stepped up its illegal attacks on civilian infrastructure in Lebanon, despite a ceasefire agreement which mediators from Pakistan say includes Lebanon. Beirut is under attack. Bombs going off all around us, multiple strikes across many parts of the city. Can't post footage now for obvious reasons but people are desperately trying to find […] | By
(2026-04-07). Pakistani PM confirms Iran, U.S. and allies agreed to immediate ceasefire. ecns.cn Pakistani Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif wrote on X on Wednesday that Iran and the U.S., along with their allies, have agreed to an immediate ceasefire.
(2026-04-08). For Israeli stage actors, even a play about the Holocaust is a form of escapism during the war. haaretz.com The fighting and its air-raid alarms have halted shows but not rehearsals. As one actor puts it, 'this profession is more than just a livelihood; there's a kind of physical need for it'…
(2026-04-08). The Quiet Denial of Justice to Dalit Converts. ummid.com Dalit Christians and Dalit Muslims across India continue to face forms of discrimination that are unmistakably caste-based, and to suggest that conversion erases caste is to ignore this lived reality.
(2026-04-08). The Role of Green Technology in ASEAN's Green Growth Agenda. uwidata.com By Mehmet Enes Be≈üer Green growth, or economic and environmentally sustainable as well as inclusive development, is increasingly the focus of ASEAN medium- and long-term development strategies. For an area confronting increasing energy demand, environmental degradation, and exposure to climate change, green economy transition is now not an option but already a compelling necessity. Green …
(2026-04-08). Nepal PM Balen Shah joins Muslim family for lunch, video goes viral. ummid.com A video of the newly elected Prime Minister of Nepal, Balen Shah, visiting a Muslim family and having lunch has gone viral.
(2026-04-08). FO Podcasts: The Muslim Brotherhood Explained — Origins, Ideology and Global Influence. fairobserver.com 
(2026-04-08). Democratic promise to algorithmic power: How social media reshaped truth. independentaustralia.net 
(2026-04-08). UN: Israeli fire, Hezbollah IED killed peacekeepers in Lebanon. newarab.com 
(2026-04-08). 1 in 3 terminally ill people aren't claiming DWP benefits. thecanary.co 
One in three people living with a terminal illness in the most deprived areas of England and Wales aren't claiming the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) benefits they're entitled to. This is despite the constant government and media narrative about the increase in benefit claimants. DWP: many miss out on vital benefits Terminally ill […] | By
(2008-04-26). WAPDA, Punjab reach final of 61st National Table Tennis Championship. tribune.com.pk 
WAPDA and Punjab have advanced to the final of the team event at the 61st National Table Tennis Championship after thrilling semi-final encounters on Wednesday. | In the first semi-final, WAPDA defeated hosts Khyber-Pakhtunkhwa in a closely contested tie to book their place in the final. In the second semi-final, Punjab overcame Oil and Gas Development Company Limited (OGDCL) by a 3-1 margin to secure their spot in the deciding match. | Provincial Minister for Sports Taj Muhammad Khan Trand was the chief guest on the occasion. Khyber-Pakhtunkhwa Director General Sports Tashfeen Haider, Secretary of the Pakista…
(2008-04-26). Tamim becomes youngest BCB chief. tribune.com.pk 
Former Bangladesh captain Tamim Iqbal became the youngest head of the Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) on Tuesday, after the National Sports Council dissolved the BCB's board of directors following an investigation into elections held in October. | A committee found irregularities in the BCB's election process, the NSC's sports director Mohammed ‚Å Aminul Ahesan told reporters in Dhaka. | Tamim, 37, is the youngest BCB president and will lead an 11-member ad hoc committee that includes former Bangladesh captain Minhajul Abedin and former cricketer and TV commentator Athar Ali Khan. The other me…
(2026-04-08). Turkey puts 11 on trial for LGBT. al-monitor.com Eleven leaders of a Turkish LGBT rights group went on trial Wednesday on charges of "obscenity" and "violating the protection of the family", their lawyer told AFP.The defendants, leaders of the Genc LGBTI+ association (Young LGBTI+ in Turkish), stand accused of breaching an article of the Turkish constitution on protecting family values, as well as publishing images on social media showing same-sex couples kissing ⚪ deemed "obscene" by the authorities.
(2026-04-08). NATO's New Türkiye Plans. globalresearch.ca The world is shedding its old shell. The old order is collapsing, and a new one is emerging. From Westphalia (1648) to Pax Britannica (1815) and Pax Americana (1945), every hegemonic cycle has ended in transformation. Today, we are witnessing …
(2026-04-08). When Seeing Isn't Believing: Netanyahu's 'Death' and AI-Driven Misinformation. moderndiplomacy.eu Recent rumours of Binyamin Netanyahu's death saw millions of impressions within hours, going immediately viral on the internet and infecting the public zeitgeist. These rumours outpaced official statements and reputable journalism. Online debates were notably centred not on the actual facts of the case, but on whether circulating videos were AI-generated or not — this …
(2026-04-07). In Numbers: China, Malaysia ink 26 deals worth $72 mln. ecns.cn A total of 26 projects valued at 495 million yuan ($72 million) were signed at the Sixth Belt and Road China—Malaysia Business Dialogue in Yinchuan, capital of northwest China's Ningxia Hui Autonomous Region, spanning trade, investment, and modern agriculture.
(2026-04-08). Your Support Keeps Truth Alive. Donate to Global Research. globalresearch.ca The media is a pillar of democracy; without it, accountability becomes almost impossible. It is the public's eyes and ears, the foremost critic of power and the vanguard of truth. | But what happens when the media is co-opted by the …
(2026-04-08). Shoptalk: Overheard at ASA 2025 or MLA 2026? publicbooks.org This edition of Shoptalk asks: Can you guess which of the following was overheard at ASA 2025 and which was overheard at MLA 2026?
(2026-04-08). Deputy Minister visits sugar mills in KwaZulu-Natal. sanews.gov.za Deputy Minister visits sugar mills in KwaZulu-Natal | Trade, Industry and Competition Deputy Minister Zuko Godlimpi will on Wednesday visit sugar mills in KwaZulu-Natal in preparation for the reopening of the Sugarcane Crushing Season in May. | The Deputy Minister will start his visit with the re-opening of the Gledhow Mill. | This follows a R1.8 billion expansion by the new owners, which was a commitment pledge made at the South African Investment Conference which took place on 31 March 2026 in Sandton, Gauteng. | Godlimpi will also sign Phase 2 of the Sugar Cane Value Chain Master Plan during the quarterly Exe…
(2026-04-08). Romuald Wadagni: From Finance Minister to Benin's Presidential Front-runner. devdiscourse.com Romuald Wadagni, previously Benin's Finance Minister, stands as the leading candidate in the upcoming presidential election. Known for his role in expanding the nation's economy and tripling the national budget under outgoing President Patrice Talon, Wadagni has maintained strong ties with his predecessor.
(2026-04-08). Cuba reiterates commitment to fighting racial discrimination. radiohc.cu The Cuban government has reiterated its zero-tolerance policy toward racial discrimination during a dialogue between the state and civil society on racism, according to press reports on Wednesday. | At the meeting, promoted by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and the National Commission of the Cuban Color Program, in collaboration with the Cuban Association of the United Nations, the island's Deputy Prime Minister, Inés María Chapman, affirmed yesterday that the government's objective is to eradicate racism from society and that various actions are being taken to achieve this. | Chapman also commented that several…
(2026-04-08). South Asian political parties express solidarity with Cuba. radiohc.cu Communist, workers', and left-wing parties from South Asia urged the governments of the region and the Global South to offer firm support to Cuba, which is under siege by the United States. | In a statement, the Communist Party of India (Marxist-Leninist) Liberation, the communist parties of Pakistan, Sri Lanka, and Nepal, and the Workers' Party of Bangladesh issued a formal call for support for the Caribbean nation. | Similarly, the Democratic Left Front — Sri Lanka, the Frontline Socialist Party — Sri Lanka, the Lanka Sama Samaja Party, the Haqooq-e-Khalq Party — Pakistan, and the Mazdoor Kisa…
(2026-04-08). SPL 25-26 MW27: Al Nassr leads, Ronaldo narrows gap as top goal scorer. ummid.com Saudi Pro League 2025-26 MW27: Al-Nassr Saudi FC continues to lead as the top team whereas Cristiano Ronaldo narrows the gap as top goal scorer in the Saudi Pro League 2025-26 standings released after Matchweek 27 ending Sunday April 05, 2026.
(2026-04-07). NASA releases space images captured from Orion spacecraft. ecns.cn Artemis II astronauts made history on Monday as they took a trip around the moon and reached a maximum distance from Earth of 248,655 miles, surpassing the record set by Apollo 13 in 1970.
(2026-04-08). Flying Instructor Under Investigation for Alleged Assault. devdiscourse.com A female student at a private pilot training institute has accused a flying instructor of sexual assault, police reported on Wednesday. The alleged incident occurred before December last year.
(2026-04-08). The Role of the Black Church in Getting and Keeping Us Free (Part 5). mediasanctuary.org On Saturday, February 28, 2026, Hudson Mohawk Magazine Network Roaming Labor Correspondent Willie Terry attended the Troy4Black Lives "Faith and Freedom" Black History Month Program, entitled "The Role of the Black Church in Getting and Keeping Us Free." The event took place at Bethel Baptist Church in Troy, NY. In this labor segment, Willie recorded the panel discussion on the program theme, "The Role of the Black Church in the Black Freedom Struggle. "This is Part 5 of that discussion.
(2026-04-08). Galaxy S26 Ultra Unlocks New Perspectives in Sports Broadcasting. ummid.com Galaxy S26 Ultra's pro-grade camera redefines the role of mobile devices in sports, delivering a fresh visual experience of skateboarding that reflects the intensity of the sport itself, Samsung Electronics said.
(2026-04-08). UTA on Albany's Changes in Affordable Housing Zoning. mediasanctuary.org The Albany Common Council held a hearing Monday night on a potential amendment that would ease the city's affordable housing requirements for new construction. The Mayor's proposal would decrease the percentage of affordable units required to be set aside in new construction from a maximum of 13% to 5%. The plan also raises the affordability threshold from 60 to 70% of the area median household income . Under the proposal, developers of new buildings can choose to pay the city $50,000 per unit to avoid the affordable housing requirement. Canyon Ryan of United Tenants of Albany expressed concerns, saying that r…
(2026-04-08). Art of War: Russia and China, Sun Rising on the East. globalresearch.ca In the event Trump foregoes a nuclear annihilation to 'save face', what does the aftermath look like?
(2026-04-08). CBSE Launches New Curriculum for Classes 9 to 12. ummid.com The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) has launched new Curriculum and Syllabus for Classes 9 to 12 which will be implemented from the Academic Year 2026-27.
(2026-04-07). China's Long March-8 rocket launches new internet satellites. ecns.cn China launched a Long March-8 carrier rocket on Tuesday in the southern island province of Hainan, sending 18 internet satellites into space.
(2026-04-08). Questions Loom Over Iran Ceasefire. twz.com 
The United States and Iran agreed to a two-week ceasefire just under an hour before U.S. President Donald Trump's Tuesday deadline to hammer the country with