(2026-04-05). Thursday 4/9: Power Half-Hour for Gaza. indybay.org Zoom | http: //jvp.org/gazaph…
(2026-04-05). The US and Israel Are Making Gaza-Style War The New Normal. scheerpost.com Branko Marcetic Jacobin ne of the most appalling aspects of the Gaza genocide — besides its near-unprecedented slaughter of children and other innocents and its near-obliteration from existence of an entire society, unpparalleled in the modern era — is that officials in both the United States and Israel were overtly hoping to make it the new, horrifying …
(2026-04-05). Gaza Farmland Is Destroyed, But Some Are Growing Food Even While Displaced. truthout.org Before the war, our home garden was more than just a patch of green. It was a refuge I retreated to whenever the world felt too heavy. Bougainvillea climbed the walls, and flowers in every color filled the corners — tended by my mother as if they were her own children. In one corner stood a pomegranate tree we had brought from a nursery in Beit Lahia in northern Gaza — a city long known as the… |
(2026-04-05). Israel Is Implementing Its Gaza Strategy In Lebanon. popularresistance.org While the US-Israeli war on Iran and its economic repercussions on the global economy continues to be at the center of global media attention, Israel is in the process of re-drawing the map of the Middle East, particularly in Lebanon. If successful, Israel's plans could have regional and global repercussions. And yet, the Israeli invasion of Lebanon has barely made a blip on the Western media's radar. | Last week, Israel's defense minister, Israel Katz, said that Israeli forces will not leave the south of Lebanon after the end of the current war. Katz's statements are in line with Israel's Prime Minister Benjamin…
(2026-04-05). Iran says 'brotherly' Iraq's ships can use Strait of Hormuz. scmp.com The Iranian military said Iraq is exempt from shipping restrictions in the Strait of Hormuz that have strangled global energy flows for weeks. | "Brotherly Iraq is exempt from any restrictions we have imposed on the Strait of Hormuz," Iran's military spokesman said in an Arabic-language video statement published by state-run Islamic Republic News Agency.
newsday.com (2026-04-05). Aid groups warn Iran war is hindering food and medicine from reaching millionsAid groups warn Iran war is hindering food and medicine from reaching millions
(2026-04-05). Iran Turns Hormuz Into A Toll Gate Challenging Petrodollar. popularresistance.org Iran has taken its control over the Strait of Hormuz to the next level, effectively moving toward a "toll booth" system on one of the world's most critical energy routes. According to Reuters, Iranian officials and lawmakers are actively considering imposing transit fees on ships passing through the strait, with proposals to charge countries for the movement of oil, gas, and even food supplies in Chinese Yuan. Bloomberg has further reported that vessels are increasingly being required to follow Iranian-coordinated routes and protocols, signaling a shift from free navigation to controlled passage.
(2026-04-04). Gulf oil exporters seek alternative routes as Strait of Hormuz disruptions persist. ecns.cn The ongoing conflict involving the United States, Israel and Iran has disrupted shipping through the Strait of Hormuz for over a month, prompting major Gulf oil producers to accelerate efforts to secure alternative export routes.
(2026-04-05). Iran authorizes passage of ships carrying essential goods to its ports through Hormuz. ecns.cn Iran has authorized the passage of ships carrying essential and humanitarian goods through the Strait of Hormuz to it ports, the semi-official Tasnim news agency reported Saturday.
(2026-04-05). Wang Yi: Ceasefire a fundamental solution to secure navigation in Strait of Hormuz. ecns.cn A ceasefire and an end to hostilities in the Middle East represent the strong appeal of the international community and constitute the fundamental solution to ensuring safe navigation in the Strait of Hormuz, Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi said on Thursday.
(2026-04-05). Iran attacks Kuwait, Israel after Trump sets deadline for deal. scmp.com Iran launched missiles and drones at Israel and Kuwait on Sunday, a day after US President Donald Trump said the Islamic republic had 48 hours to cut a deal or face "all Hell". | Kuwait and Israel said their air defences were responding to the latest attacks from Iran, part of the war that erupted more than a month ago with US-Israeli strikes that triggered retaliation by Tehran.
(2026-04-05). The US War on Iran is a US War on Multipolarism. OrinocoTribune.com By Brian Berletic — April 3, 2026 | The US has not only threatened the existence of Iran as a nation-state as well as the security of the entire Middle East, but the death and destruction it has caused has already begun to radiate out across the world in terms of disrupted or destroyed energy exports and rapidly unraveling economic stability. | The US — being energy independent itself — has forced much of the world into an American energy monopoly, having placed sanctions on Russian energy exports and now either seizing, disrupting, or destroying all other potential competitors. | This includes a…
(2026-04-05). Ukraine's Zelensky fears Iran war may lead to less support to fight Russia's invasion. scmp.com Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has expressed concern that a prolonged US-Israeli war on Iran could further erode America's support for Ukraine as Washington's global priorities shift and Kyiv braces for reduced deliveries of critically needed Patriot air-defence missiles. | Ukraine desperately needed more US-made Patriot air defence systems to help it counter Russia's daily barrages, Zelensky said, speaking to The Associated Press in an exclusive interview on Saturday in Istanbul.
(2026-04-04). Conflict fuels price fears, deepens political rifts in U.S. ecns.cn People across the United States are beginning to feel the economic impact of the Iran war, which began on Feb 28 when U.S. and Israeli forces launched strikes on Iran.
(2026-04-05). Despite the Netanyahu promises, the IDF admits it disarm Hezbollah. haaretz.com With the IDF stretched thin, Israelis exhausted, southern Lebanon destroyed, and the U.S. admitting that it was not ready for such a long campaign, it seems that Iran and its proxy Hezbollah are the only ones prepared for a long and costly war…
(2026-04-05). Iran's IRGC says hit Israel-linked vessel, ship ablaze. ecns.cn Iran's Islamic Revolution Guard Corps (IRGC) Navy said Saturday that it had hit an Israel-linked vessel with a drone, setting it on fire.
(2026-04-05). Iran remains defiant amid rising threats. ecns.cn Iran kept exchanging fire with Israel and the United States on Friday, with strikes expanding beyond military sites to civilian infrastructure, as Washington issued the latest threat to strike Iranian bridges and power plants.
(2026-04-05). Despite Netanyahu promises, IDF admits it disarm Hezbollah. haaretz.com With the IDF stretched thin, Israelis exhausted, southern Lebanon destroyed, and the U.S. admitting that it was not ready for such a long campaign, it seems that Iran and its proxy Hezbollah are the only ones prepared for a long and costly war…
(2026-04-05). Iran Is Winning The War With The United States. popularresistance.org More than a month has passed since the United States and Israel launched a war of aggression against Iran on February 28. | It is now clear that Iran is winning this war. | The Donald Trump administration has failed to carry out regime change or state collapse. The Iranian government has proven to be resilient. | Tehran has used asymmetric tactics to defend itself, targeting the weak points of the US empire and exacting a heavy price on its military, economy, and allies. | In fact, Iran has successfully destroyed the US military bases in West Asia, forcing many American troops out of the region. The Pentagon is p…
(2026-04-05). Mutual Aid Is A Lifeline For The Million People Displaced By War In Lebanon. scheerpost.com Food, clothing and shelter provided by mutual aid efforts in Lebanon are vital as Israel's escalating war triggers a growing humanitarian crisis. Mehk Chakraborty for Waging Nonviolence Before daybreak on March 2, in response to the U.S.-Israel attack on Iran and assassination of Iranian Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei, Hezbollah launched rockets into Israel from Lebanon. Israel …
(2026-04-05). Chris Hedges Report: Will There Be A Ground Invasion Of Iran? popularresistance.org More than one month into the American-Israeli war on Iran, the US military has expended a significant amount of its arsenal and many billions of dollars without making any progress in meeting its illusory and often-changing objectives. As the White House and Pentagon, and the markets, panic, the United States has begun deploying troops and resources to the region in preparation for a possible ground assault. This raises significant questions about what type of campaign the US is capable of waging and whether, as analysts are saying, fighting the Iranian military on its own terrain would be a bloodbath for US troo…
(2026-04-05). EconoScope | Middle East conflict drives up costs, dents demand at U.S. fast food chains. ecns.cn More than a month after U.S. and Israeli strikes on Iran, the economic fallout is reaching American fast-food chains, where rising energy and commodity costs are squeezing margins and weakening consumer demand.
(2026-04-05). Israeli Police Violently Suppress Our Growing Anti-War Protests. popularresistance.org For the past month, I have been gathering with fellow Israeli radical left activists in Tel Aviv's Habima Square to protest the war with Iran. What began as a demonstration of barely 20 people has steadily grown: By this past Saturday, there were over 1,000 demonstrators, joined by parts of the more centrist anti-government protest movement, with parallel rallies held in dozens of locations across the country. | This expansion of our anti-war protests appears to have unsettled the Israel Police, which has responded with disproportionate and indiscriminate force.
(2026-04-05). Nine civilians killed by U.S. and Israeli strikes in Iran in past day, Iranian rights group reports. haaretz.com
(2026-04-05). Surging Gas Prices Oil Wars of US-Israel, Iran, Kuwait. juancole.com
(2026-04-05). U.S.-Israeli strikes on Iran kill nine people in past day, human rights group says. haaretz.com
(2026-04-05). US War Machine Is Built on Decades of Lies. The Assault on Iran Is No Exception. truthout.org The first casualty of war is the truth. This truism — understandably repeated at the outset of each new U.S. war — is proving itself once again. With all evidence pointing toward U.S. responsibility for the February 28 bombing of Shajarah Tayyebeh elementary school, President Trump claimed that the attack "was done by Iran." In spreading this blatant misinformation, Trump was not in fact… |
(2026-04-05). Western media accuses Iran of 'escalation,' taking 'hostages' for potentially capturing POW bombing their country. therealnews.com 
The term "hostage" is broadly understood to be the illegitimate capture of a civilian in order to extract concessions from a government or military actor. A "prisoner of war" is broadly understood to be a combatant captured by an adversary in the course of a battle. The former conveys innocence on the part of the captured and illegitimacy, terrorism and criminality on the part of the capturer. The latter conveys a lawful and reasonable response to being attacked by another military actor. Thus, how and why our media is framing Iran's response to the unprovoked attack by the US is of tremendous importance: any…
(2026-04-05). Nurses Forge Alliances to Protect Patients From Trump's Immigration Crackdown. scheerpost.com Marianne Dhenin for Truthout After the House of Representatives passed bills to send $10 billion in funding to the Department of Homeland Security in January, the nation's largest union of registered nurses published a demand that Congress abolish Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE). "Nurses demand the removal of immigration enforcement agents from communities, the abolition of ICE, and accountability …
(2026-04-05). Chinese regulator urges TV industry to curb 'appearance obsession' after drama backlash. ecns.cn China's television regulator has urged the industry to curb "appearance obsession" and refocus on acting and storytelling, following criticism of a popular drama over excessive makeup, according to media reports.
(2026-04-05). Arrive Alive: road safety tips. sanews.gov.za Arrive Alive: road safety tips | Traffic volumes along major corridors across the country are expected to increase as travellers return from various religious and holiday destinations. | With the majority of road crashes attributed to human behaviour, Minister of Transport Barbara Creecy has urged drivers, passengers and pedestrians to take responsibility for their conduct on shared roads. | Government continues to implement the 365 Days Arrive Alive Road Safety Campaign throughout the year, aimed at reducing road accidents and fatalities. | "Our mandate is clear: to ensure that every South African who sets out o…
(2026-04-05). Back-To-Back Victories For Amazon Workers. popularresistance.org New York—In a one-two punch that sent shockwaves through C-Suites, Amazon's embattled workers—many suffering from abominably low pay and facing a company threat to replace 600,000 warehouse workers with robots—won two major victories in their long war to organize the e-commerce monopoly. | First, on March 31, a National Labor Relations Board mediator convinced the firm to not retaliate against any of them, nationwide, who exercise their right to strike. That win cheered the Amazon Labor Union, originally independent but now affiliated with the Teamsters, who announced the victory.
(2026-04-05). 'Kansas Was Going To Be The First Domino That Fell': Red States Are Making Lists Of Trans People As Surveillance Ramps Up. scheerpost.com States including Kansas, Indiana, Texas, and Tennessee are looking to collect information about people who sought gender-affirming care or changed gender markers on documents Nick Fulton for Prism Kansas, Texas, Indiana, Tennessee, and other states are creating lists of trans people, moves that advocates say would make it nearly impossible to exist in a trans …
(2026-04-05). 'Nothing prepares you': The invisible lives of carers in the UK. aljazeera.com Thrust into the isolated world of caring, a daughter learns how other sole carers cope, some under immense strain.
(2026-04-05). ICE Presence Persists in Chicago as Raids Shift to Quieter Tactics. truthout.org When Border Patrol agents who took part in Operation Midway Blitz left Chicagoland last November, then-Assistant Homeland Security Secretary Tricia McLaughlin asserted "we aren't leaving Chicago." The same day, reporters with the Sun-Times warned a government source told them that federal immigration agents may return in strength come spring. But as McLaughlin said, they never really left. |
(2026-04-05). Cross-Border Days Of Solidarity Against Rigged Trade Agenda. scheerpost.com On July 1, trade officials from the U.S., Mexico and Canada will be meeting to consider changes to the U.S.-Mexico-Canada Agreement (USMCA) — also known as NAFTA 2.0 — the largest and most consequential trade policy of either Trump's terms in office. The Trump administration and others are pushing a rigged trade agenda that puts …
(2026-04-05). Probe underway into failure of rocket launch. ecns.cn The maiden flight of the TL 3, a new heavy-lift model of liquid-propellant carrier rocket, built by Beijing-based private rocket maker Space Pioneer, was unsuccessful on Friday afternoon.
(2026-04-05). 'China spa' trend draws global tourists seeking deeper cultural experiences. ecns.cn As "China travel" gains momentum, international visitors are looking beyond sightseeing for more immersive, everyday cultural experiences, with 24-hour spas emerging as a viral trend on social media.
(2026-04-05). Trump's Bizarre Iran Speech Horrified the World. juancole.com By Jeb Lund | Truthdig Contributor | — | Trump's April 1 Iran speech may mark the moment Trump became America, forever, in the eyes of the world. | (
(2026-04-05). Saturday 4/4: Free virtual screening of the film. indybay.org Zoom | us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_bfgH……
(2026-04-05). Thursday 4/23: Mennonite Action April Mass Call. indybay.org Online | actionnetwork.org/events/mennonite-actio……
(2026-04-05). Sunday 5/3: Shop Palestine Spring Bazaar. indybay.org 1101 8th St Ste 100, Berkeley, CA 94710…
(2026-04-05). 'If India tries to…': Pakistan warns of striking Kolkata in future conflict in retaliation. ptcnews.tv PTC News Desk: Kolkata has now been added to the list of places Pakistan has warned India about, but like before, these warnings were broad and had no proof. | Pakistan's Defence Minister, Khawaja Asif, said on Saturday that if there is any future conflict, it will not stay near the border and could reach deep inside India, even mentioning Kolkata as a possible target. | He said that if India tries any "false flag" operation, Pakistan would respond strongly and could take the conflict to Kolkata. He also claimed that such a plot might involve using their own people or detainees and blaming it on terrorism, but h…
(2026-04-05). Amnesty International Defends US Regime-Change NGOs. counterpunch.org Why are many Latin American countries shutting down nonprofit organizations? Amnesty International claims it has the answer: in every case, it's part of a drive to restrict human rights and "tear up the social fabric." Amnesty's new 95-page report (in Spanish, with an English summary), criticizes governments across the political spectrum for attacking what it calls "civil society organizations." But Amnesty ignores the history of many such organizations and therefore why governments might be justified in closing them. | To read this article, log in
(2026-04-05). No More " Protective Orders" To Silence Apple Whistleblower Ashley Gjovik & Other Workers. indybay.org Apple whistleblower Ashley Gjovik has been fighting for over five years after an illegal firing for trying to get Apple to stop poisoning her and other workers at her office which was located on a toxic dump site and also at her apartment which was next to an illegal Apple Fab factory. Now Apple with the support of a judge is trying to get a protective order to silence her about her health and safety complaints and illegal spying on her by Apple. She spoke out at the San Francisco Federal Court house.
(2026-04-05). SCOTUS Rules Against Trans Community on Transgender Day of Visibility. indybay.org On March 31, the day celebrated internationally as Transgender Day of Visibility, the US Supreme Court delivered a major blow to the LGBTQ+ rights movement. The court rejected a Colorado ban on LGBTQ child "conversion therapy", ruling against a law banning the discredited practice on free speech grounds. Demonstrators in Mountain View, CA said the announcement of the ruling was intentionally timed.
(2026-04-05). Yemen's Houthis claim cluster missile attack on Israel's Ben Gurion airport. aljazeera.com Yemen's Houthi military spokesman has claimed responsibility for a strike on Israel's Ben Gurion airport in Jaffa.
(2026-04-05). Friday 4/3: Free Food Church in Felton (formerly Zayante) every Friday 4-6+ pm Rain or Shine. indybay.org Hallcrest Vineyards, 379 Felton Empire Rd. Felton CA 95018 a quarter mile from downtown | *location has recently changed and may change again soon…
(2026-04-05). Trouble For Nexstar Merger That Would Create Mega-Network For MAGA. popularresistance.org It's not exactly breaking news that President Donald Trump endlessly attacks the media, or that his administration lapdogs quickly echo his gripes. But there's one official who has stood apart, and he's done so by not only mimicking Trump, but by remaking the US media in his boss's image, most recently by rushing through local TV broadcast giant Nexstar's takeover of Tegna. | "Unlike his predecessors, Carr isn't just another corporate lawyer," Rolling Stone's Matt Bai (3/17/26) wrote about Brendan Carr, Trump's Federal Communications Commission chair: | He is a cultural claims adjuster, a pasty-faced, soft-spoken…
(2026-04-05). Colorful, creative kites fly over Adelaide. ecns.cn The sky over Adelaide in southern Australia came alive with hundreds of kites in various colors, sizes and shapes as the Adelaide International Kite Festival 2026 opened on Saturday.
(2026-04-05). Harlem, The Black Panthers, And The Return Of 'Power To The People'. popularresistance.org The echoes of 1960s Harlem—free breakfasts, Black Panther patrols, school protests and strikes—returned as I watched modern Black Panthers confront ICE outside Philadelphia City Hall. A late-January 2026 documentary from Radio-Canada followed their patrols and confrontations with officers from U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE). The report brought back memories of the movement's heyday in the 1960s, when I was an honorary member. | The history of the Black Panthers is deeply tied to protests for civil and political rights, particularly for Black Americans, but also for other marginalized c…
(2026-04-04). What is space computing, and why move computing power into orbit. ecns.cn What is space computing, and why move computing power into orbit?It could serve as a resilient backup in the event of disruptions to terrestrial networks and provide essential computational support for future deep-space exploration missions.
(2026-04-05). Saturday 4/4: San José ⚪ -Billionaires Ruin EVERYTHING! indybay.org Winchester Shopping Center sign | 3137 Stevens Creek Blvd, San José, CA 95117…
(2026-04-05). Elections in Peru: Extreme Fragmentation and the Weight of Parliamentary Control. OrinocoTribune.com Peru is facing a political crisis that has lasted for a decade, a period in which it has had eight presidents. This instability has been marked by figures aligned with the continuance of Fujimorism and the conservative right. | This critical scenario could be redefined on Sunday, April 12, when general elections will be held with a record 37 presidential candidates and the historic return to a bicameral system of the parliament. | The current crisis stems from the constant confrontation between the presidency and the parliament. The Peruvian Congress has extraordinary power through the constitutional figure of "v…
(2026-04-05). Iran: Civilians are paying a heavy price amid escalating hostilities. icrc.org The following is a statement from ICRC Head of Delegation in Iran, Vincent Cassard…
(2026-04-05). Saturday 4/4: San José ⚪ -Billionaires Ruin EVERYTHING! indybay.org Winchester Shopping Center sign | 3137 Stevens Creek Blvd, San José, CA 95117…
(2026-04-05). Friday 4/10: Virtual Action Hour for Palestine. indybay.org Zoom | afsc.org/events/action-hour-palestine…
(2026-04-05). Wednesday 5/6: Picket & Pray. indybay.org Zoom | zoom.us/meeting/register/tU6krXE_RRGWnxK……
(2026-04-05). 06:30 in Beirut. A little girl, a helium balloon, and a country facing displacement. icrc.org An account by Shawky Amine Eddine, Humanitarian Affairs Coordinator, ICRC Lebanon…
(2026-04-05). Faculty Fight Anti-Union Tactics At St. John's University In New York. popularresistance.org Sixty-two years ago, St. John's University (SJU) in New York City became the site of the first major faculty strike in U.S. history — a year-long conflict that followed the firing of 33 teachers, including three priests, without due process. Now, the struggle over labor conditions has forced the faculty to once again mobilize, a move precipitated by the current college administration's abrupt announcement that it will no longer recognize two faculty unions or continue negotiations to hash out a new contract. | St. John's president, Rev. Brian J. Shanley, and Provost and Senior Vice President Simon Geir Mà&p…
(2026-04-05). Sunday 4/12: Speak Out Socialists Organizing Meeting for International Day. indybay.org Judge Henry Ramsey Jr. Center | 2939 Ellis Street, Berkeley, CA 94703…
(2026-04-05). Under Israeli restrictions, Palestinian Christians mark quiet Holy Week. aljazeera.com Israeli restrictions disrupt Jerusalem's Holy Week, leaving the Christian Quarter deserted and businesses shuttered.
(2026-04-05). Friday 4/10: Film Screening & Fundraiser for the Prairieland Defendants. indybay.org SubRosa Community Space, 703 Pacific Ave, Santa Cruz…
(2026-04-05). SFPD-ICE Collusion Protested at Mission Police Station. indybay.org SF a "sanctuary" city?>
(2026-04-05). Saturday 4/4: Ceasefire Postcards Pop-Up at Milyar Cafe. indybay.org Milyar Cafe, 3300 Adeline St, Berkeley…
(2026-04-04). Gallup poll: China surpasses the U.S. in 2025 global approval ratings. ecns.cn China surpassed the United States in global approval ratings in 2025, with a median of 36% approving of China's leadership, compared with 31% for the U.S., according to the latest Gallup World Poll data published on Friday.
(2026-04-05). Fuelling dignity, one refill at a time. sanews.gov.za Fuelling dignity, one refill at a time | By Sihle Manda | In the villages and busy taxi ranks of Rustenburg, North West, blue LPG cylinders are becoming unlikely symbols of dignity and safety. | At the centre of this quiet energy shift is Refilwe Sebothoma, founder and Chief Executive Officer of Hakem Energies, a self-funded enterprise determined to tackle energy poverty while building opportunity from the ground up. | "I am very passionate about entrepreneurship because I believe it is a powerful tool that can help me empower people. Throughout the years, we have done a lot of things in different industries."
(2026-04-05). Thursday 4/9: Tell Target To STAND UP TO ICE! indybay.org Metreon Target: 789 Mission Street. Meet on the sidewalk by the Mission Street entrance.
(2026-04-05). Friday 6/19: 2026 FRESH MEAT FESTIVAL of transgender and queer performance. indybay.org Z Space | 450 Florida St, San Francisco, CA 94110…
(2026-04-05). Joint initiative aims to boost talent in NEV sector. ecns.cn A consortium to jointly cultivate highly skilled talent in the new energy vehicle sector was launched on Friday in Bangkok with support from partners across China and Southeast Asia, aiming to strengthen cooperation in green transport and technical education.
(2026-04-05). Nation expands digital yuan network. ecns.cn China's latest move to expand its digital yuan operator network by adding a dozen new banks signals an acceleration in the central bank's push to extend the digital currency's reach and embed it deeper into the country's financial infrastructure, according to official sources and experts.
(2026-04-05). Saturday 4/4: Billionaire Takedown at Tesla! indybay.org Tesla showroom at Stanford Shopping Center, Palo Alto | Enter via Plum Lane and drive straight to the end | Tesla is on your left next to Sephora…
(2026-04-05). Faith Leaders Confront Christian Nationalism With Theological Resistance. truthout.org As federal agents and their state and local supporters began terrorizing communities on Jan. 20, 2025 with renewed vigor granted them by the Trump administration, something happened that may have surprised some observers: Clergy showed up. Not just with humanitarian work like food pantry boxes or grief counseling, but with their bodies, their preaching, their prayers, their public presence and… |
(2026-04-05). Cesar Chavez at 95: Debunking the Myth. indybay.org The real history of Cesar Chavez and the history of the UFW is important for working people today…
(2026-04-05). Qingming Festival holiday drives tourism surge. ecns.cn The Qingming Festival, or Tomb-Sweeping Day, falls on April 5 this year. It is a traditional Chinese festival when people pay tribute to the deceased and honor their ancestors. The holiday also provides a short break for outdoor activities and sightseeing.
(2026-04-05). China launches crackdown on organized crime, seeks public tips. ecns.cn Public security authorities across China have launched a campaign targeting organized crime groups known as the "six bullies," while urging the public to report suspected illegal activities, according to official notices issued since March.
(2026-04-05). Xi extends greetings to president-elect of Myanmar. ecns.cn President Xi Jinping congratulated Min Aung Hlaing on his election as Myanmar's president on Friday, highlighting China's willingness to work with the Southeast Asian country and its president-elect to further promote bilateral relations.
(2026-04-05). Bioproduction drives push for greener growth. ecns.cn In an era defined by the urgent need for sustainable solutions to drive development, an innovative production paradigm is quietly revolutionizing industries. Industrial exhaust is being converted into fish feed, used cooking oil into jet fuel, and crop straw into biodegradable film.
(2026-04-05). Wednesday 4/15: Turn Up the Heat: No Tax Dollars for ICE, War, or Genocide. indybay.org Online | www.mobilize.us/uscpraction/event/932037……
(2026-04-05). Monday 4/6: Chris4Mayor2026 Campaign Dinner & Mark Levy Concert. indybay.org 123 Green Street, Santa Cruz, CA 95060…
(2026-04-05). Trump's 'billion-dollar giveaway' actually a refund to free us from costly offshore wind. wattsupwiththat.com In reality, this was a straightforward business transaction: return the lease money, cancel the projects and let the capital flow to energy sources that work.
(2026-04-05). F-15E Weapon Systems Officer Shot Down Over Iran Has Been Rescued (Updated). twz.com 
The airman was rescued by U.S. special operations forces reportedly after a fierce firefight that was the culmination of a massive high-risk search operation.
(2026-04-04). NATO at a crossroads: U.S. threatens to walk away. ecns.cn U.S. President Donald Trump recently expressed during an interview that he is "strongly considering" pulling the United States out of the North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO), labelling the alliance a "paper tiger" and declaring that American membership is now "beyond reconsideration."
(2026-04-05). Wilder edges retiring Chisora in chaotic heavyweight boxing fight. aljazeera.com Former WBC champion comes out on top in the closely contested fight against his British opponent in London.
(2026-04-05). Musician's unions condemn Trump's attack against Bruce Springsteen. indybay.org Bruce Springsteen and Jane Fonda at the 3/28/2026 No Kings rally in Minneapolis.
(2026-04-05). China tightens power bank safety rules, sets 2027 deadline. ecns.cn China has issued a new mandatory national standard for power bank safety, set to take effect on April 1, 2027, introducing stricter requirements to reduce risks such as overheating, overcharging and internal short circuits, according to media reports.
(2026-04-05). Two Bold Proposals to Tax Wealth Across the Land. scheerpost.com Wealth tax proposals from Senators Bernie Sanders and Elizabeth Warren show a growing appetite to rein in the rich. Chuck Collins for Inequality.org How can the U.S. reverse democracy-distorting concentrations of wealth and power? A federal annual wealth tax must be part of the equation. The richest 0.1 percent — the top one-thousandth of households, …
(2026-04-05). The Algerian civil registry during the colonial period. unitedworldint.com A policy to humiliate the Algerian people By Sahifa Sharif, archeologist In Algeria, many families still suffer from the aftereffects of French colonization. France once imposed a patronymic system to accurately recognize the number of Algerians. Following this new system, several transcription errors occurred, as well as the creation of fanciful family names, difficult to …
(2026-04-05). Sandstorm hits Beijing, with over 60% traced to southern Mongolia. ecns.cn A sandstorm swept Beijing on Friday as dust was carried in from upstream regions, with southern Mongolia a major source of airborne particles affecting the capital, according to media reports.
(2026-04-05). Guardians of the South China Sea. ecns.cn The China Coast Guard vessel Sandu conducted patrols to safeguard China's territorial sovereignty and maritime rights and interests.
(2026-04-05). Chad: A daily quest for water. icrc.org
(2026-04-05). Convicted felon President Trump lied about launch of Artemis II. indybay.org
(2026-04-05). Myanmar earthquake response: One year on. icrc.org
(2026-04-05). Poland: Communication in a Crisis workshop for National Societies. icrc.org
(2026-04-05). Hilltop Youth Kids Are Throwaway Children Used by Settler Organizations. counterpunch.org
(2026-04-05). The 24th Red Cross International Humanitarian Law Moot (Asia-Pacific Region) Concludes Successfully Handong International Law School Crowned Champion. icrc.org
(2026-04-05). Advancing Peacekeeping and the Humanitarian Imperative in a Fragmented World. icrc.org
(2026-04-05). Measured in decades: The enduring human cost of anti-personnel mines and other explosive ordnance. icrc.org
(2026-04-05). ICRC voices: How physical rehabilitation is changing lives in Somalia. icrc.org
(2026-04-05). "Every home we know is gone" : Stories of displacement in Lebanon. icrc.org
(2026-04-05). Central African Republic: Amid ongoing hostilities, Clotilde remains resilient. icrc.org
(2026-04-05). "These weapons belong in the past" : Decades on, landmines and explosive remnants still kill and destroy lives. icrc.org
(2026-04-05). One year after Myanmar's earthquake, recovery continues amid conflict. icrc.org
(2026-04-05). Qingming in ancient Chinese poetry: Shared longing in spring. ecns.cn
(2026-04-05). Zionist CA State Senator Scott Wiener Protested at KQED Congressional Debate. indybay.org
(2026-04-05). ICRC president: War on essential infrastructure is war on civilians; every effort to de-escalate is critical. icrc.org
(2026-04-05). Afghanistan: Searching for water is a daily battle for many Afghan families. icrc.org
(2026-04-05). Nowruz in the shadow of war: A call to protect civilians. icrc.org
(2026-04-05). History Shows Iran's Guards Would Shred US Invasion. juancole.com
(2026-04-05). Poland: The First Ever Workshop for Western and Central European National Societies on Involvement in Military Exercises. icrc.org
(2026-04-05). Jordan: ICRC president concludes official visit to discuss humanitarian situation in the Middle East and joint efforts to revive respect for the rules of war. icrc.org
(2026-04-05). Turkish Tanker Hit Near Bosphorus Amid Ukraine "Shadow Fleet" Campaign. indybay.org
(2026-04-05). Poland: Families of the missing are not alone. icrc.org
(2026-04-05). Sunday 4/26: Doctors Against Genocide (DAG) Weekly Webinar. indybay.org
(2026-04-05). On war, Trump must remember the wisdom of St. Augustine. responsiblestatecraft.org
(2026-04-05). When Motherhood Becomes a Responsibility before Being an Option. icrc.org
(2026-04-05). Middle East: Hostilities are eroding the foundations of civilian life. icrc.org
(2026-04-05). Frequently Asked Questions: IHL and the escalating conflict in the Middle East. icrc.org
(2026-04-05). 150 Years of Trust, Humanity and Service in Serbia and Montenegro. icrc.org
(2026-04-05). Afghanistan: Unexploded ordnances continue devastating communities, mainly children. icrc.org
(2026-04-05). Overcoming barriers: Helping Hebron residents in the West Bank thrive despite movement restrictions. icrc.org
(2026-04-05). Guardianes de la vida y la salud. radiohc.cu 
Los egresados de la Escuela Latinoamericana de Medicina (ELAM) de La Habana, hoy se han convertido en guardianes de la vida y la salud de sus pueblos, tal como lo concibiera el líder de la Revolución Fidel Castro al dejarla inaugurada el 15 de noviembre de 1999. | De sus aulas han egresado 31 676 profesionales de 122 países en sus más de 25 años de fundada, quienes se han consagrado al más noble y humano de los oficios: salvar vidas y preservar salud. | Una de ellas es la chilena, Amaya Candia Neira, que siempre soñó con ser doctora y su país no le ofrecía oportunidades para acceder a la educación superior por no…
(2026-04-05). El orgullo de ser joven revolucionario en Cuba. radiohc.cu 
Con un mensaje de saludo y felicitación del Primer Secretario del Partido Comunista de Cuba y presidente de la República, Miguel Díaz-Canel Bermudez, en toda Cuba se celebraron actividades culturales y deportivas para recordar, este 4 de abril, las fechas fundacionales de las organizaciones infantil y juvenil del país. | En su perfil de twitter, el mandatario cubano cubano publicó: ´Les corresponde canalizar creativamente el talento, la energía, y el entusiasmo natural de la niñez, la adolescencia y la juventud en ambientes sanos, libres de violencia, enajenación y drogas. No olvidemos a (Julio Antonio) Mel…
(2026-04-04). Decoding China's Position on the U.S.-Israeli War Against Iran. moderndiplomacy.eu The launch of large-scale US and Israeli strikes against Iran starting on February 28 enters the second month now. It is undeniable that the U.S. and Israel had plotted the military aggression against Iran during the middle of nuclear negotiations with a view to degrading Tehran's military capabilities and likely precipitating regime change. In any …
(2026-04-04). Vehicle engulfed in flames after Israeli drone strike in central Gaza. aljazeera.com Palestinians in Gaza scrambled to extinguish a vehicle engulfed in flames after it was targeted by an Israeli drone.
(2026-04-04). Attack on Iran: How Trump violates the U.S. constitution and Congress can do about it. unitedworldint.com The speech of Dennis Kucichin to EIR's "Epstein and the Bottomless Depravity of the 'Elites' —Urgent Need for a Cultural Renaissance!" The Executive Intelligence Review (EIR) organized an online forum on March 2, 2026, titled "Epstein and the Bottomless Depravity of the Elites — Urgent Need for a Cultural Renaissance!" Dennis Kucinich, former member of …
(2026-04-04). The Epstein Saga: capitolo 9, Kathryn "Gold-girl" Ruemmler. strategic-culture.su I documenti rivelano una relazione più complessa di quanto inizialmente descritto, caratterizzata da consultazioni informali, scambi personali e interazioni professionali, che sono ora al centro di un rinnovato scrutinio da parte della politica e dei media. | Segue nostro La donna di carriera | Kathryn "Kathy" Ruemmler è un'avvocata statunitense con una lunga carriera ai vertici delle istituzioni pubbliche e del settore privato, consider…
(2026-04-04). Il Volto Del Mondo Libero. globalresearch.ca La foto di copertina di questa puntata di Grandangolo ritrae il presidente Trump che riceve a Mar-a-Lago militari delle forze speciali, con il volto oscurato. Sono quelli che hanno effettuato l'attacco al Venezuela, definito da Trump nel discorso del 1 ∞ …
(2026-04-04). India Expands Military and Energy Footprint Amid Iran War. globalresearch.ca Amid the escalating crisis in the Strait of Hormuz, the Indian Ocean and its strategic surroundings are becoming even more important on the world stage. | As tensions in the Middle East continue, regional players are taking action: India is expanding …
(2026-04-04). Experts warned for years that a war with Iran would happen this way. strategic-culture.su It's so wild how we keep seeing reports that Iran's retaliation caught the US off guard. For all the years I've been paying attention to this issue I've been reading experts and analysts saying if the US attacks Iran, Iran can close the Strait of Hormuz and strike US bases and the energy infrastructure of…
(2026-04-04). Against The War Without End. popularresistance.org As violence spreads from the Caribbean to Western Asia, the United States and Israel's war of aggression against Iran is paralysing the global economy. Its consequences were predictable: it was known that if the United States and Israel attacked Iran, the Strait of Hormuz — through which a quarter of global seaborne oil trade passes — would become a chokepoint. With rising oil prices, geopolitical tensions deepen. It feels like little can be done to avert the avalanche of catastrophes that Washington and Tel Aviv have unleashed on the world.
(2026-04-04). Iran says it will not relinquish control over Strait of Hormuz. newarab.com 
Iran's parliament speaker Abbas Goudarzi said on Saturday that the strait had become a "strategic advantage," telling the Tasnim news agency that the management of the passageway will remain in…
(2026-04-04). South Korea's Strategic Bind During the American-Iranian War. moderndiplomacy.eu South Korea, a major ally of the United States, is one of the countries facing the spillover of the 2026 American-Iranian War. Alongside much of the world, Seoul faces a potential energy crisis with the volatility of the Strait of Hormuz. Furthermore, the partial redeployment of air defense assets has left Seoul vulnerable if Pyongyang …
(2026-04-04). Why South Korea, France prefer diplomacy over force in Hormuz. scmp.com Efforts by South Korea and France to secure safe passage for vessels through the Strait of Hormuz are likely to be centred on a post-war defensive armada with other countries. | Analysts also say both nations are wary of joining the Middle East conflict at this point in time and antagonising Iran. | South Korean President Lee Jae Myung on Friday revealed he had agreed with French counterpart Emmanuel Macron to cooperate on safety in the strategic oil supply strait.
(2026-04-04). Strike near Iran's Bushehr nuclear plant kills 1, says IAEA. scmp.com The ‚Å International ‚Å Atomic Energy Agency ‚Å on Saturday said that it has been informed by Iran ‚Äåabout a projectile striking close to the premises of the Bushehr nuclear power plant. | The IAEA said in ‚Å an X post that one ‚Äåof the site's physical protection staff members was ‚Äåkilled by a projectile ‚Å fragment ‚Å and that a building on site ‚Äåwas affected by shock waves and fragments. | "No increase ‚Äåin ‚Äåradiation levels was &s…
(2026-04-04). US-Israeli strike near Iran's Bushehr nuclear plant kills one. newarab.com 
A projectile from a US-Israeli attack struck near The strike was the fourth targeting the area since the outbreak of the
(2026-04-04). Iran braces as US expected to respond to downing of two aircraft. newarab.com 
Iran is reportedly bracing for a harsh response from the US after it shot down two F-15 fighter jets. | Israeli broadcaster Kan 11 said on Friday evening, citing official sources, that Israel was preparing for two more weeks of war. | Israel is reportedly planning for this by postponing new appointments and delaying the change of commanders of the Israeli air force and navy, which had been planned for around 10 days. | According to the sources, Israel has already drawn up a list of targets to attack in Iran in the coming weeks, including key infrastructure such as bridges and more energy and oil facilities. | The…
(2026-04-04). War in Iran Tests the Petrodollar as China's Yuan Gains Ground. moderndiplomacy.eu A five-week conflict is forcing a quiet but significant shift in how the world pays for oil The US-Israeli war on Iran which started five weeks ago requires people to reevaluate the petrodollar system which has supported American financial strength for more than fifty years. Analysts believe that as Iran establishes yuan-based tolls for oil …
(2026-04-04). Global Economic Shift: The Real Winners and Losers of the Iran War. thinktank.pk The escalating confrontation between Israel and Iran has moved far beyond the boundaries of a regional conflict. What initially appeared as a security crisis is now transforming into a global economic turning point, with ripple effects reshaping energy markets, trade routes, and geopolitical alliances. While the human and infrastructural toll remains concentrated in the Middle …
(2026-04-04). Iran rejects Donald Trump's ceasefire, escalates strikes on Israel | Netanyahu. hindustantimes.com Iran has rejected Donald Trump's proposed 48-hour ceasefire and instead escalated its offensive on Israel, launching "Operation True Promise 4" with waves of missiles and suicide drones on northern and central Israel. The IRGC says it hit Israeli gathering and combat support centers in Western Galilee, Haifa, Kafr Kanna and the Krayot area, while a cluster-bomb missile injured a 45-year-old man in Bnei Brak and another strike ignited a fire at the Neot Hovav industrial zone near Beersheba. Watch for more…
(2026-04-04). 'Black Day': Iran Downed 2 US-Israeli Jets, 2 Missiles, and 3 Drones in 24 Hours. OrinocoTribune.com Iranian armed forces announced that its air defense forces downed at least two fighter jets and five drones and missiles on Friday, describing it as a "black day" for the American and Israeli air forces. | In a statement released Saturday, the Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) public relations wing detailed a series of successful interceptions across multiple Iranian provinces. | The IRGC's Aerospace Defense Force fighters successfully hunted and destroyed two cruise missiles in the skies of Khomein and Zanjan, according to the statement. | Additionally, two MQ-9 attack drones were shot down in the skies of…
(2026-04-04). UN chief urges end to Iran conflict, warns world on edge of wider war. ecns.cn The UN secretary-general on Thursday called on the US and Israel to stop attacking Iran and for Iran to stop attacking its neighbors.
(2026-04-04). 8 killed, 95 wounded in U.S.-Israeli attacks on bridge in N. Iran. ecns.cn TEHRAN, April 2 ⚪ At least eight civilians were killed and 95 others wounded in U.S.and Israeli attacks on a bridge in Irans northern Alborz province on Thursday, the official news agency IRNA reported.
(2026-04-04). Sri Lankan Tamil bourgeois parties support US-Israeli war on Iran. wsws.org The silence of these parties cannot disguise their ongoing backing for US imperialism and its war as is demonstrated by the handful of comments that have been made.
(2026-04-04). Escalating Tensions: U.S.-Iran Conflict Reaches Critical Point. devdiscourse.com U.S. and Israeli military forces are intensifying their actions against Iran as hostilities escalate in the Gulf region. This comes amid the search for a missing American pilot after the downing of two U.S. warplanes over Iran. The incident has heightened stakes for Washington, with President Donald Trump issuing a stern warning to Tehran.
(2026-04-04). Iranian missiles hit central, southern Israel; one lightly wounded. haaretz.com Police reported 15 impact sites in Tel Aviv, Bnei Brak, Petah Tikva, Rosh Ha'ayin and Givatayim; one person was lightly wounded, emergency services said. A missile also struck a southern Israel industrial zone hit by interception shrapnel earlier this week…
(2026-04-04). United Airlines cancels flights to Israel until September over Iran war. haaretz.com The carrier joins the American airline Delta and the Canadian carrier Air Canada, which are scheduled to return to Israel in early September…
(2026-04-04). Irán reporta "día negro" para Estados Unidos e Israel tras derribar varias aeronaves enemigas. cubadebate.cu El Cuerpo de la Guardia Revolucionaria Islámica de Irán (CGRI) calificó este viernes de "día negro" para Estados Unidos e Israel sus recientes operaciones antiaéreas, en las que interceptó y destruyó un caza avanzado, helicópteros, drones y misiles enemigos.
(2026-04-04). US special forces launch rescue operation inside Iran after downing of US fighter jet. wsws.org Following Trump's threats to bomb Iran "back to the stone ages," Iranian air defenses shot down an F-15E Strike Eagle jet and an A-10 Thunderbolt in a single day—the worst US aircraft losses of the war.
(2026-04-04). How a fake Iranian terror group was invented to proscribe IRGC in Europe — The story of Ashab al-Yamin. strategic-culture.su By David MILLER | Join us on , , and . | Contact us: | A series of arson attacks and alleged incidents targeting alleged Jewish-linke…
(2026-04-04). China, Malaysia ink 26 deals worth 72 mln USD. ecns.cn A total of 26 cooperation projects worth 495 million yuan (about 72 million U.S. dollars) were signed during the Sixth Belt and Road China-Malaysia Business Dialogue, which opened on Thursday in Yinchuan, capital of northwest China's Ningxia Hui Autonomous Region.
(2026-04-04). Friday Nite Videos | April 3, 2026. portside.org Friday Nite Videos | April 3, 2026 |
(2026-04-04). Countdown begins for Artemis 2 launch: How to watch Live. ummid.com NASA's Kennedy Space Center in Florida is all set to launch Artemis 2- the American space agency's first Moon Mission since 1972, Wednesday April 01, 2026.
(2026-04-04). Palestinian Christians Observe Palm Sunday with Prayers for an End to the War. unicornriot.ninja 
(2026-04-04). Dr. King: Reparations means paying unpaid wages. workers.org 
This April 4, 2026, will mark the 58th anniversary of the assassination of Civil Rights leader Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. while he was supporting striking sanitation workers in Memphis, Tennessee. The following quotation from Dr. King comes from his 1964 book "Why We Can't Wait" on the ongoing . . . |
(2026-04-04). Armed ICE officers remain at airports. wsws.org The political import of these maneuvers is that Congress, with the full complicity of the Democrats, will resume funding of Trump's immigration storm troopers without any limitations on their police state methods.
(2026-04-04). Data Centers, Hot Air, and the Reinvention of the Urban Heat Island. wattsupwiththat.com Researchers examined more than 6,000 data centers worldwide and found that surrounding areas experienced an average land surface temperature increase of about 2 ∞C…
(2026-04-04). Crackdown on human trafficking tightened. ecns.cn The Supreme People's Court in a release on Thursday said the number of abductions and trafficking crimes involving children and women in China has shown a significant decline, with a nearly 78 percent drop in 2025 compared with the peak in 2012.
(2026-04-04). US under Donald Trump is already in Stone Age. ummid.com If we look closely at the current United States landscape under the Trumpian 'MAGA' era, a very obvious realization emerges: America has already gone back to the Stone Age.
(2026-04-04). Rini Sampath: Indian-origin woman enters Washington DC mayor race 2026 as Democratic candidate. ptcnews.tv PTC Web Desk: Rini Sampath, a 31-year-old Indian-American woman from Tamil Nadu has entered the race to become the next mayor of Washington DC, making headlines as one of the first South Asian candidates to do so.Rini Sampath, who was born in Theni, moved to the United States with her family when she was just seven years old. Today, she has been living in Washington DC for more than a decade and is building her career as a government contractor and cybersecurity professional. Now, she is stepping into politics as a Democratic candidate for the 2026 mayoral election. What makes her candidature stand out is that s…
(2026-04-04). WHYY Newscast for Saturday 10:00 a.m. whyy.org The latest local headlines from WHYY…
(2026-04-04). Should the ABC be privatised? A modest (re-e)valuation. independentaustralia.net 
(2026-04-04). Grief and Shock Persist for Families After Ggaba Kindergarten Attack. plusnews.ug 
Parents of the toddlers killed at Ggaba Early Childhood Development Center are still struggling to come to terms with the brutal loss of children they had entrusted to the school to learn, play, and grow. The tragedy occurred on Thursday, April 2026, when Christopher Okello Onyu, posing as a parent, entered the kindergarten, paid 180,000 …
(2026-04-04). Trio facing arson charges over UK Jewish ambulance attack. newarab.com 
Three young men have been charged with arson over British citizens Hamza Iqbal, 20, and Rehan Khan, 19, will appear on Saturday at Westminster court alongside an unnamed 17-year-old UK-Pakistani dual-national over the March 23 attack. | The three were arrested at separate addresses in east London on Wednesday. | They were charged with arson, "being reckless as to whether life would be endangered," the capital's…
(2026-04-04). 7 Ways to Grow Your Savings Account This Year. ummid.com A Savings Account is often the first step towards financial discipline, read seven practical ways to grow your Savings Account balance this year.
(2026-04-04). WHYY Newscast for Saturday 8:00 a.m. whyy.org The latest local headlines from WHYY…
(2026-04-04). Lahore Qalandars Crush Multan Sultans in High-Scoring PSL 11 Thriller. thinktank.pk The HBL Pakistan Super League (PSL) 11 witnessed an exciting clash as defending champions Lahore Qalandars secured a 20-run victory over Multan Sultans in a rain-shortened 13-over match at Gaddafi Stadium. After a delay of nearly two hours due to persistent rain, Multan's captain Ashton Turner won the toss and elected to bowl first, a …
(2026-04-04). Trump's blockade against Cuba reaches unprecedented levels in 2026. radiohc.cu The hostile policy of the current US administration toward Cuba reached unprecedented levels of systematicity and cruelty in 2026. | Far from being isolated measures, this is a comprehensive plan encompassing all spheres of Cuban society, exacerbated in a context of global crisis, with the avowed objective of provoking ungovernability, subverting internal order, and overthrowing the Revolution through a genocidal economic, commercial, and financial blockade. | This new siege, described by analysts as a "surgical blockade," is distinguished from previous phases by its precision in attacking sectors crucial to nati…
(2026-04-04). Why weather prediction got brilliant — but not climate predictions. wattsupwiththat.com Great video by Peter Ridd…
(2026-04-04). The least Miliband could do is stand against new North Sea oil drilling. thecanary.co 
Energy secretary Ed Miliband is facing renewed pressure to enable new privatised oil drilling in the North Sea. But the right-wing press appears to have jumped the gun in reporting that he is poised to license such climate-destroying activity. And prime minister Keir Starmer has said the decision lies with Miliband. North Sea — The […] | By
(2026-04-04). Academic Freedom May Be Flourishing at America's Best Liberal Arts Colleges, But They Are Still in Danger of Losing Their Distinctiveness. scheerpost.com Austin Sarat ScheerPost In late January, Professor Ian Bogost published a very flattering account of four premier liberal arts colleges: Amherst (where I teach), Davidson, Smith, and Vassar. As he wrote, "After spending several weeks on my tour of wealthy, liberal-arts colleges, I grew to think that the pitch they're making to prospective students and their …
(2026-04-04). Emilie Bickerton: Subterranean Godard. newleftreview.org Emilie Bickerton on Michael Witt, Jean-Luc Godard's Unmade and Abandoned Projects. A 'negative' history that sheds new light on the master filmmaker.
(2026-04-04). One of Michigan's Oldest Charter Schools Is Failing and May Be Closing. globalresearch.ca Like so many charter schools across the country, Barack Obama Leadership Academy in Detroit, Michigan, may soon be closing for the same reasons charter schools fail and close every week (declining enrollment, financial malfeasance, mismanagement, and/or low academic performance). | Timbuktu …
(2026-04-04). A-10 Warthog Being Tested With Aerial Refueling Probe. twz.com 
(2026-04-04). Israeli measures tighten grip on Hebron's Ibrahimi Mosque. aljazeera.com Hebron's Ibrahimi Mosque sees intensified control, with Israeli measures resembling policies applied at Al-Aqsa Mosque.
(2026-04-04). Israeli Police Are Violently Suppressing Our Growing Anti-War Protests. portside.org Israeli Police Are Violently Suppressing Our Growing Anti-War Protests |
(2026-04-04). Kagame: "We Refuse to Remove Defensive Measures" Amid Sanctions, Congo Tensions. plusnews.ug 
Rwanda's President Paul Kagame has firmly defended his country's military posture in eastern Democratic Republic of the Congo, insisting Kigali will not withdraw what he described as "defensive measures" unless the root security threats are addressed. "We refuse to remove defensive measures, whether it means troops or whatever else—we call it defensive measures," Kagame said …
(2026-04-04). Artemis II Update: Orion's Toilet Issue Resolved. ummid.com The Artemis II crew, working closely with mission control in Houston, were able to successfully restore the Orion spacecraft's toilet to normal operations after it reported glitches.
(2026-04-04). Wave of job cuts in New Zealand. wsws.org Mass layoffs and factory closures are being facilitated by the corporatist trade unions, which are seeking to channel workers' anger into the dead-end of supporting the opposition Labour Party.
(2026-04-04). Israeli forces destroy 17 UNIFIL cameras in south Lebanon. newarab.com 
Israeli forces destroyed 17 surveillance cameras linked to the Israeli forces have hit the UN Interim Force in Lebanon (UNIFIL) multiple times since invading the country in response to Hezbollah fire in early March,
(2026-04-04). Road Rage: Entry Tax Protests Ignite Bilaspur. devdiscourse.com Traffic came to a standstill in Bilaspur, Himachal Pradesh, as individuals from Punjab staged a protest against the hike in entry tax on vehicles registered outside the state. The increased tax has incited public outcry since it was implemented.
(2026-04-04). Short Selling: When Prophecy Collides With Reality. fairobserver.com Short selling (the practice of borrowing shares to sell them, hoping to buy them back at a lower price) has produced both spectacular successes and catastrophic failures throughout financial history. While films like The Big Short have glamorized the practice, showcasing how some traders profited from predicting the 2008 financial crisis, the reality is far…
(2026-04-04). Call for a Global Day of Feminist Solidarity with Cuba on Tuesday, April 7th. radiohc.cu The World March of Women (WMM) has announced a 24-hour global day of feminist solidarity in support of Cuban women and their revolutionary resistance, on the anniversary of the birth of Vilma Espín, clandestine fighter and long-time president of the Federation of Cuban Women, to be celebrated next Tuesday, April 7th.
(2026-04-04). Iran Refuses To Meet/Deal With US Gov, Troops Deployed In Iran The "Donald Trump Has Changed" Lie. thelastamericanvagabond.com Welcome to The Daily Wrap Up, an in-depth investigatory show dedicated to bringing you the most relevant independent news, as we see it, from the last 24 hours (4/3/26). As always, take the information discussed in the video below and research it for yourself, and come to your own conclusions. Anyone telling you what the
(2026-04-04). SEBA HSLC Result 2026 Date Officially Confirmed. ummid.com The Board of Secondary Education Assam (SEBA) has officially confirmed the date and time to release the result of the HSLC Class 10th Examination 2026.
(2026-04-04). Trump Axed Nearly $1B in Solar Funding as Puerto Rico Faces Power Outages. truthout.org María Pérez lost power for about three months after Hurricane Maria struck Puerto Rico in September 2017. Her home in Salinas, on the island's southern coast, sits near a river. As the hurricane knocked out the island's grid and sent rainwaters surging down from the mountains, Perez's house flooded with a swirling mix of muddy water and animal feces, rising 3 feet high and warping the hallways. |
(2026-04-04). The Subminimum Wage: 35 Years and Still Waiting for Change. counterpunch.org As another April 1st rolls by, it marks 35 years of the $2.13 federal subminimum wage. Yes, I realize this seems like an April Fool's joke, but it is no joke for millions of tipped workers. How did this happen? The 1996 amendment to the Fair Labor Standards Act froze the subminimum wage "in perpetuity"
(2026-04-04). Bomb allegedly left at US base by Alen Zheng was built inside 2 Pepsi bottles. scmp.com The bomb placed outside a US Air Force Base visitors centre in Florida last month was built inside two 2-litre cherry Pepsi bottles, according to federal prosecutors. | Alen Zheng, 20, of Land O'Lakes, is accused of planting the bomb and lighting the fuse at the base on March 10. He drove the explosive to MacDill Air Force Base in the boot of his Mercedes SUV, according to a document filed by prosecutors Friday. | The bomb did not detonate.
(2026-04-04). WHYY Civic News Summit focuses on public trust, AI, misinformation and the future of local journalism. whyy.org 
From Philly and the Pa. suburbs to South Jersey and Delaware, what would you like WHYY News to cover? WHYY's Bridging Blocks held the first day of its third annual Civic News Summit Friday, bringing together journalists, students and community leaders. During the event, titled "Trust, Truth and the Future of Local News," panel discussions examined how news outlets can better engage with the communities they cover and how journalists can face modern challenges presented by artificial intelligence and misinformation. | Empowering the next generation of journalists: | W…
(2026-04-04). Three suspects ordered to stay in UK custody over Jewish charity attack. aljazeera.com The Metropolitan Police said the three men were charged with arson after setting ambulances on fire.
(2026-04-04). Chinese, Swiss envoys hold phone talks on Middle East tensions. ecns.cn Zhai Jun, special envoy of the Chinese government on the Middle East issue, on Tuesday held a phone conversation with Wolfgang Amadeus Brulhart, Swiss special envoy to the Middle East.
(2026-04-04). 'Space plumber' to the rescue as Artemis astronauts navigate life aboard Orion. scmp.com They are sipping smoothies, snapping phone pics, dealing with crashed email and fixing broken toilets: astronauts, they are just like us. | The four crew members zipping through space towards the moon are carrying out a mission unlike any before it, but they are also still muddling on through life's mundanities — all while they float around together in a square footage equivalent to two minivans.
(2026-04-04). Delegates from developing countries experience TCM therapy. ecns.cn Representatives from Barbados, Tanzania, Nigeria, Uganda and other countries visited Xi'an Hospital of Brain Diseases of TCM, where they observed and experienced TCM techniques such as cupping and acupuncture, gaining firsthand insight into traditional therapies.
(2026-04-04). Bengaluru FC Triumphs Over FC Goa in Crucial ISL Match. devdiscourse.com Bengaluru FC claimed a vital 2-0 victory over FC Goa in the Indian Super League on Saturday, thanks to goals from captain Sunil Chhetri and Namgyal Bhutia.
(2026-04-04). Susan Watkins: Trump Abroad. newleftreview.org In which direction is America heading, amid the strategic cacophony of Trump's second term—counter-revolution in the Caribbean, onslaught on Iran, somersaults on China? Analysis of the political logics at stake as the US ratchets up from covert to overt assassinations; from wars of attrition to wars of overthrow.
(2026-04-04). Canada and natural gas and fertilizer and get on it. wattsupwiththat.com Chasing Chinese EVs is ideological nonsense; building the world's biggest fertilizer industry should be Canada's number one priority.
(2004-04-26). Asim Khan qualifies for PSA World Championships 2026. tribune.com.pk 
Pakistan's rising squash star Muhammad Asim Khan delivered a stellar performance to clinch the title at the World Championship Qualifying Event—Asia, securing his place in the prestigious PSA World Championships 2026. | According to information made available by Pakistan Squash Federation here Saturday, Asim fought valiantly in a gripping five-game final against Malaysia's Joachim Chuah, winning 3-2 after an intense 82-minute battle. | The match scores were 11-3, 13-11, 9-11, 3-11, 12-10, reflecting the high level of competition and resilience displayed by both players. | Asim started strongly, dominating…
(2026-04-04). 'No Kings' Protests Symbolizes Global Frustration With Trump. ummid.com The rally organisers echo people's sentiments by repeatedly emphasising that 'No Kings Day' is only one aspect of broader efforts toward building people power and fighting the Trump administration — and that that work 'doesn't end after March 28'.
(2026-04-04). Is Russia Opening a New Front Against Europe? thinktank.pk The geopolitical temperature across Eurasia has once again begun to rise, not with an outright declaration of war, but through a series of calculated warnings, economic signals, and strategic repositioning. The latest development—Vladimir Putin issuing a stark ultimatum to Armenia over its growing ties with the European Union—has sparked a critical debate among analysts: Is …
(2026-04-04). Arizona missing girl Christina Plante found alive after 32 years, cold case finally solved. ptcnews.tv Arizona missing girl found news: A woman, who went missing as a teenager more than three decades ago in the United States, has been found alive. Christina Marie Plante, who disappeared in 1994 at the age of 13, has now been located. Gila County Sheriff's Office, which had kept the case open for years despite the lack of concrete leads, has made the announcement.Christina had gone missing from Star Valley, a small town near Phoenix, under mysterious circumstances. According to initial reports, she had stepped out to check on her horse at a nearby stable but never returned home. Over the years, her case remained a…
(2026-04-04). UAV Prototype Crash Raises Eyebrows in Rural Village. devdiscourse.com In an unexpected turn of events, a UAV prototype from LAT Aerospace crashed into a field near Nandpur village following a test flight that went awry on Friday evening. The unmanned vehicle developed a mechanical snag, losing control before hitting the ground.
(2026-04-04). Iraq, Bosnia and Herzegovina qualify for FIFA World Cup 2026. ummid.com Iraq, and Bosnia and Herzegovina – the two Muslim dominated countries that battled Zionist imposed wars, have qualified for the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
(2026-04-04). US agents arrest relatives of Iran's Qassem Soleimani after revoking their green cards. geo.tv 
(2026-04-04). FO Exclusive: Big Trouble in the US Private Credit Market. fairobserver.com Editor-in-Chief Atul Singh and FOI Senior Partner Glenn Carle, a retired CIA officer who now advises companies, governments and organizations on geopolitical risk, conclude the March 2026 edition of FO Exclusive by analyzing the US private credit market, a $2 trillion sector that experienced serious trouble this month. Warning signs flashing red The US private…
(2026-04-04). Fidel Castro's Message against Nuclear War: "In a Nuclear War the 'Collateral Damage' would be the Life of All Humanity." globalresearch.ca A forceful message calling for World peace and the survival of humankind.
(2026-04-04). NASA unveils first images of Earth from Artemis II. aljazeera.com NASA has unveiled the first images of Earth taken by Artemis II astronauts as they head towards the moon.
(2026-04-04). Thousands of Sadr supporters condemn US, Israel at Baghdad rally. newarab.com 
(2026-04-04). 84 Killed in 90 Days: Israeli man fatally shot in Arab town Jisr al-Zarqa. haaretz.com The 22-year-old victim, Barqat Amash, was evacuated to a hospital for treatment, where he was later pronounced dead. Police say the shooting was the result of a criminal feud…
(2026-04-04). A View from Tehran: War caused a new Kind of Stability. juancole.com Tehran (Special to Informed Comment; Feature) — In Tehran, the expected signs of wartime breakdown are largely absent. | The conventional logic of war tends to follow a simple assumption: sustained external pressure leads to internal fracture. In the case of Iran, much of the prevailing analysis particularly in Western policy circles has followed this line, suggesting that military escalation combined with economic strain would deepen domestic divisions and potentially destabilize the state. | Yet developments inside Iran point in a different direction. | Rather than triggering collapse, external pressure ap…
(2026-04-04). Car slams into Louisiana Lao New Year parade, injuring about 15 people. aljazeera.com Authorities in New Iberia, Louisiana, have said the incident does not appear to be an intentional car-ramming.
(2026-04-04). Rajasthan Royals Claim Thrilling Victory in IPL Showdown. devdiscourse.com In an exhilarating Indian Premier League match, Rajasthan Royals emerged victorious, defeating Gujarat Titans by a narrow margin of six runs.
(2004-04-26). Ronaldo scores twice on return. tribune.com.pk 
Cristiano Ronaldo marked his return from a month-long injury layoff by scoring twice in the second half as Al Nassr maintained their winning run with a 5-2 victory over bottom side Al Najma in the Saudi Pro League on Friday. | The Portuguese forward, sidelined since February, had missed Al Nassr's previous two ‚Å league matches and was also ruled out of Portugal's friendlies against Mexico and the United States last month. | Al Najma, who have won only once in 27 league games, took a surprise lead a minute before halftime through Rakan Al Tulayhi. | Al Nassr responded swiftly, with Abdullah A…
(2026-04-04). Preserving the Easter Bunny's Pennsylvania origins at Delaware's Winterthur Museum. whyy.org 
From Philly and the Pa. suburbs to South Jersey and Delaware, what would you like WHYY News to cover? The Easter Bunny may be known for hopping across the country each spring, but the origins of how the tale became a celebrated tradition in America can be traced back to Pennsylvania. | German immigrants introduced the tradition in the 1600s, bringing with them the legend of the Osterhase, or Easter hare—a folkloric figure said to lay colorful eggs for children. | One of the earliest known depictions of the Easter Bunny in the United States comes from an illustration by…
(2026-04-04). Manitowoc, May 1, 2026: Workers Over Billionaires! Rally and March. wibailoutpeople.org 
(2026-04-04). Meghalaya SSLC Result 2026 Date Officially Confirmed. ummid.com The Meghalaya Board of Secondary Education (MBOSE) has officially confirmed the date and time to announce the Class 10 Secondary School Leaving Certificate (SSLC) examination result 2026.
(2026-04-04). UPPSC 2024 Final Result Declared, 33 Muslims Among Toppers. ummid.com Uttar Pradesh Public Service Commission (UPPSC) Sunday March 29, 2026 declared the final result of Provincial Civil Services (PCS) Examination 2024 on its official website along with the list of toppers recommended for various posts.
(2026-04-04). Bundibugyo Elderly Left Out of Senior Citizens Grant Over Data Gaps. plusnews.ug Many elderly residents in Bundibugyo District have been left out of the Senior Citizens Grant (SCG) due to gaps in registration and data management, raising concerns about access to the government's social protection program. Despite 1,337 registered beneficiaries, several seniors say they were not captured in the system and are not receiving the funds. The …
(2026-04-04). 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.
(2026-04-04). Ggaba Schools to Remain Under Lock and Key After Deadly Attack on Children. plusnews.ug Ggaba Early Childhood Development Centre and its sister schools will remain closed following a government directive after the tragic killing of four children. The closure follows Thursday's incident in which a man identified as Christopher Okello Onyu, 34, reportedly stormed the kindergarten armed with knives and fatally stabbed four toddlers, an attack that has left …
(2026-04-04). Trump imposes 100 pct tariff on certain pharmaceuticals imports. ecns.cn Generic pharmaceutical products, biosimilars and related ingredients have been exempted from tariffs at this time, including nuclear medicines, plasma derived therapies, fertility treatments, and cell and gene therapies, the order said.
(2026-04-04). YOU LOVE TO SEE IT: ICE, Defunded. levernews.com Good things are happening! Congress agrees to a Homeland Security deal, a state bans algorithms at checkout, researchers get access to immigration data, and Haitian immigrants get a vote. | You Love To See It is a benefit of a Lever paid subscription. If you want to read today's newsletter, Click Here To Upgrade |
(2026-04-04). European Parliament's Rima Hassan: I'm a target of 'political harassment'. aljazeera.com European Parliament member Rima Hassan says she's facing "genuine judicial and political harassment".
(2026-04-04). Billions Over the Moon: Is Artemis II Worth the Price Tag? portside.org Billions Over the Moon: Is Artemis II Worth the Price Tag? |
(2004-04-26). Bayern comeback stuns Freiburg. tribune.com.pk 
Bayern Munich came from two goals down in the last 10 minutes to win 3-2 at Freiburg in the Bundesliga on Saturday, ahead of their Champions League quarter-final first leg at Real Madrid. | Trailing 2-0 and without injured talisman Harry Kane, Tom Bischof scored twice from distance before Lennart Karl grabbed the winner in the ninth minute of stoppage time. Karl's goal was Bayern's 100th of the season, one short of the all-time Bundesliga record. | Bischof said the comeback win was the ideal preparation for Tuesday's European tie in the Spanish capital. | "A game like this is the perfect match for us right now…
(2026-04-04). Afghanistan quake kills 12, including 8 from family who had just left Iran. scmp.com An earthquake that struck Afghanistan overnight killed 12 people, including eight members of the same family, a government official and the Afghan Red Crescent Society said on Saturday. | A neighbour who helped in rescue efforts said that the eight who died, on the outskirts of Kabul, were a refugee family recently returned from neighbouring Iran.
(2026-04-04). Makkah International Airport gets official nod. ummid.com The Holy City of Makkah al Mukarramah is finally set to get its own international airport.
(2004-04-26). CAS imposes lifetime ban on Pakistan weightlifting officials for doping violations. tribune.com.pk 
The Pakistan Sports Board (PSB) has welcomed the Court of Arbitration for Sport Anti-Doping Division's ruling imposing lifetime bans on former Pakistan Weightlifting Federation President Hafiz Imran Butt and coach Irfan Butt for serious anti-doping rule violations. | The PSB described the decision as a major step in safeguarding the integrity of sport and ensuring accountability for individuals involved in systemic doping practices. | A spokesperson for the board said the CAS ruling independently validates PSB's firm stance against doping in Pakistan. | "We had already taken decisive action in November 2025, s…
(2026-04-04). Russia, Ukraine strikes kill 10 as Zelensky travels to Turkey for talks. scmp.com Russia and Ukraine traded deadly strikes overnight and on Saturday morning, killing 10 people and wounding several dozen more, officials on both sides said on Saturday. | The attacks came as Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky travelled to Istanbul for talks with Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan. | He will also meet with Ecumenical Patriarch Bartholomew, the spiritual leader of Eastern Orthodox Christians.
(2026-04-04). Mine Ban Treaty Achieves Progress amid Challenges. hrw.org Click to expand Image | Deminers search for landmines near Lasinja, a village 40 kilometers south of Zagreb, Croatia, May 29, 2013. | © 2013 Sipa via AP Images | Since the 1990s conflicts in the Balkans, Croatia suffered from the scourge of landmines, with hundreds of civilians killed and thousands of acres of land inaccessible due to contamination. In March, the country celebrated becoming mine-free, following a US$1.38 billion, 30-year clearance campaign.Croatia's story underscores the value of the Mine Ban Treaty and should encourage more countries to join and promote its goals. But on this Internation…
(2026-04-04). UN says three peacekeepers wounded in Lebanon are Indonesian. newarab.com 
The three United Nations peacekeepers wounded in a blast in southern The United Nations Interim Force in Lebanon (
(2026-04-04). Australian Labor government secretly sends SAS to join the war against Iran. wsws.org The Special Air Service Regiment was evidently sent in mid-March, showing that nothing the Albanese government says about the war can be believed.
(2026-04-04). Iran war: 5 EU nations urge tax on energy firms' profits. scmp.com Five European Union finance ministers are calling for a tax on windfall profits of energy companies in reaction to rising fuel prices due to the Iran war, according to a letter from ‚Äåthe ministers to the EU Commission seen by Reuters on Saturday. | The finance ministers of Germany, Italy, Spain, Portugal and Austria made the joint call in a letter dated Friday, saying such a measure would be a signal that "we stand united and are able to take action".
(2026-04-04). Israel destroys bridges, kills more civilians in Lebanon. newarab.com 
Israel Observers widely believe that Israel is trying On Friday night, the Isr…
(2026-04-04). The war comes home: How working-class communities in the South are pulled into endless U.S. wars. liberationnews.org 
Working-class communities provide the labor & the sacrifice. A political & economic elite decides the wars and who to send to die.
(2026-04-04). Forest Service overhaul sows confusion and concern. grist.org 
On March 31, the U.S. Forest Service announced plans to move its headquarters from Washington, D.C., to Salt Lake City, Utah. It will also close or repurpose all nine of its regional offices, create 15 state offices, and shutter research and development facilities in more than 30 states. According to
(2026-04-04). OC Arrested over Fatal Shooting of Suspect's Brother. plusnews.ug Police in Busoga East have confirmed the arrest of the Officer in Charge of Buwunga Police Station, Innocent Wagaba, following the fatal shooting of a civilian during an operation in Bugiri District. The deceased has been identified as Alamanzani Mugoya, 33, a resident of Nambale Village in Buwunga Sub-county. According to preliminary reports, Wagaba led …
(2026-04-04). Hegseth Dismisses US Army Chief Of Staff Amid Plans For Ground Invasion. popularresistance.org US Secretary of War Pete Hegseth has ousted the Army Chief of Staff, Gen. Randy George, US military officials announced on 3 April. | War Department spokesperson Sean Parnell issued a statement on X stating that George would be "retiring from his position as the 41st Chief of Staff of the Army effective immediately." | "The Department of War is grateful for General George's decades of service to our nation. We wish him well in his retirement," Parnell added. | George, the army's top official, was appointed to…
(2026-04-04). His Majesty's head-chopper: Syria's MI6-backed president bows to King Charles. scheerpost.com Kit Klarenberg ∑ The Grayzone Ahmed al-Sharaa's Downing Street visit offered him a reunion with the British intel operatives who groomed the former Al Qaeda warlord to become president of Syria. When Syria's "interim" leader Ahmed al-Sharaa touched down in London on March 31, he was given a much warmer welcome than many once thought possible. …
(2026-04-04). Whistleblowing To Stop A War. thedissenter.org 
In Daniel Ellsberg's memoir, "Secrets," he recalled how his disclosure of the Pentagon Papers set off a "train of events" that shortened the Vietnam War and discouraged President Richard Nixon from further bombing Laos and Cambodia.Ellsberg's whistleblowing effectively limited Nixon's ability to wage war secretly and with unchecked authority. It remains a major example for all military or national security whistleblowers, and throughout the twilight years of his life, he often appealed to government insiders to tell the truth like he did. A month into an illegal and illegitimate war on Ira…
(2026-04-04). En todo el mundo, la autoorganización popular asume el papel de los gobiernos de la burguesía. strategic-culture.su El Eje de la Resistencia señala el camino a todas las masas oprimidas del mundo. | Junte-se a nós no e . | Escreva para nós: | El genocidi…
(2026-04-04). Trabaja Guantánamo por enrumbar el incremento de las exportaciones. cubadebate.cu Para el segundo semestre del año, se prevé que a los tradicionales rubros exportables de la provincia de Guantánamo, entre ellos el café, la miel de abeja y derivados del coco y el cacao, se incorporen productos que están en fomento como el tetí (alevín marino) y la fibra larga de coco.
(2026-04-04). Al menos un muerto y 47 heridos durante encuentro de hinchas en estadio de Alianza Lima. cubadebate.cu Al menos una persona murió y 47 resultaron heridas la noche del viernes en el Estadio Alejandro Villanueva, sede del club peruano Alianza Lima, durante una concentración de hinchas que generó en un confuso incidente cuyas causas son investigadas.
(2026-04-04). Zelensky desapontado com a postura americana nas negociaàßàµes. globalresearch.ca O presidente ilegítimo da Ucrânia, Vladimir Zelensky, exigiu mais uma vez que os países ocidentais concedam à Ucrânia a adesà£o à OTAN ou armas nucleares como parte das "garantias de seguranàßa" para a conclusà£o de um eventual acordo de paz …
(2026-04-04). Atletico Madrid 1-2 Barcelona: La Liga — as it happened. aljazeera.com All our live updates, including post-match reaction, of the Spanish top-flight match.
(2004-04-26). Mallorca deal blow to Real Madrid's title hopes with late winner. tribune.com.pk 
Vedat Muriqi snatched Mallorca a surprise 2-1 La Liga win over Real Madrid on Saturday to deal Los Blancos a significant blow in the Spanish title race. | Alvaro Arbeloa's side thought they had rescued a point after Eder Militao nodded home with two minutes remaining before Muriqi pounced in stoppage time to help the hosts climb to 17th. | The defeat leaves second-place Real Madrid four points behind leaders Barcelona, who visit Atletico Madrid later on Saturday. | "For me it is easy to see but the hard thing is for the players to know that without giving 200 percent today, we were not going to win," Arbeloa t…