m.economictimes.com (2026-01-18). Trump wants nations to pay $1 billion to stay on his peace boardDonald Trump would serve as its inaugural chairman and would decide on who is invited to be members. Decisions would be taken by a majority, with each member state present getting one vote, but all would be subject to the chairman's approval.
mondoweiss.net (2026-01-17). The U.S. has announced 'Phase 2' of the Gaza ceasefire. Here's why it doesn't matter for Palestinians. – Mondoweiss
For Palestinians in Gaza, Phase 2 of the ceasefire offers little hope that it will fundamentally change the status quo Israel has established over the past three months, which many refer to as "a new form of genocide."
(2026-01-18). Hamas to hand over Gaza administration within days. newarab.com 
According to the Palestinian Wafa news agency, medical sources said several civilians were left wounded in the al-Zeitoun neighbourhood, located southeast of Gaza City. | Local media reports also said that Israeli forces carried out air raids, demolished homes and targeted refugee camps. | In the eastern ar…
(2026-01-18). A war without headlines: Israel's shock-and-awe campaign in the West Bank. asiapacificreport.nz COMMENTARY: By Ramzy Baroud A shock and awe. The phrase is apt in describing what Israel has done in the occupied West Bank almost immediately following the events of 7 October 2023 and the start of the Israeli genocide in Gaza. In her book The Shock Doctrine, Naomi Klein defines "shock and awe" not merely…
(2026-01-18). Israeli troops kill Palestinians for crossing vague ceasefire line. newarab.com 
A dividing line, at times invisible, can mean life or death for Palestinians in Gaza. | Those sheltering near the territory's "yellow line" that the Israeli military withdrew to as part of the October ceasefire say they live in fear as Israeli soldiers direct near-daily fire at anyone who crosses or even lingers near it. | Of the 447 Palestinians killed between the ceasefire taking effect and Tuesday, at least 77 were killed by Israeli gunfire near the line, including 62 who crossed it, according to the Gaza Health Ministry. Among them were teenagers and young children, The Associated Press found. | And althou…
(2026-01-18). Who is Yakir Gabay, the Israeli billionaire named to Gaza Executive Council. haaretz.com From building a ‚Ǩ30 billion real estate empire in Europe to advising Washington, the Israeli tycoon joins a new U.S.-led council shaping Gaza's postwar future…
aljazeera.com (2026-01-18). Peace boards and technocrats won't stem out Palestinian resistance
The problem with the present setup and Israel's insistence on "no Hamas, no Fatah" is that they reflect a profound ignorance of the fabric of Palestinian society, its politics and history. The idea that a Palestinian political entity can be created by outside forces and fully integrated into the occupation to manage Palestinian affairs is unrealistic.
(2026-01-18). Trump's Board of Peace for Gaza is Distraction, not Solution. ummid.com Gaza does not suffer from a deficit of ideas, administrators, or plans. It suffers from occupation, siege, apartheid, and genocide.
aljazeera.com (2026-01-18). The threat against Greenland shows that we need to stop appeasing Trump
Trump has openly threatened to "take" the world's largest island, Greenland, which is currently a semi-autonomous entity within the Kingdom of Denmark. The threats seem to intensify by the hour, and the situation may well have worsened by the time you read this.
(2026-01-18). Trump is being played. He needs to prepare for the day after Netanyahu. haaretz.com Netanyahu has perfected his manipulations of U.S. presidents over decades, and he is using it on this president, too. If Trump seeks an Israeli partner aligned more closely with his positions on Gaza and the West Bank, then he should invest in Israel's opposition, not its extremists…
(2026-01-18). Sunday 1/25: Curated Gift Collection and FIne Jewelry Fundraiser For Gaza. indybay.org 389 Colusa Ave, Kensington CA (across from the Kensington Farmers' Market)…
(2026-01-18). Gaza: Second round of vaccination campaign for children starts. newarab.com 
The Palestinian Health Ministry in the Gaza Strip has launched the second round of a The
(2026-01-18). Pakistan invited to join US-led Gaza Board of Peace. tribune.com.pk 
Pakistan has been invited to join a newly announced US-led Gaza Board of Peace (BoP), a high-level international body tasked with overseeing Gaza's reconstruction, transition governance and the disarmament of Hamas, the Foreign Office said on Sunday. | Responding to media queries, Foreign Office spokesperson Tahir Andrabi confirmed that US President Donald Trump had extended an invitation to the Prime Minister of Pakistan to join the Board, underlining Islamabad's continued engagement with international efforts aimed at peace and stability in Gaza. | "Pakistan will remain engaged with international efforts for…
(2026-01-18). Israeli attacks wound civilians across Gaza in latest ceasefire violations. aljazeera.com Gaza City, al-Mawasi and Bureij refugee camp all come under Israeli air attacks and gunfire.
(2026-01-18). Trump's 'board of peace' appears to seek wider mandate beyond Gaza. aljazeera.com While launched as part of Gaza ceasefire, Trump envisions board as 'bold new approach to resolving global conflicts'.
mondoweiss.net (2026-01-17). The U.S. has announced 'Phase 2' of the Gaza ceasefire. Here's why it doesn't matter for Palestinians. – Mondoweiss For Palestinians in Gaza, Phase 2 of the ceasefire offers little hope that it will fundamentally change the status quo Israel has established over the past three months, which many refer to as "a new form of genocide."
(2026-01-18). Thursday 1/22: Power Half Hour for Gaza. indybay.org Zoom | http: //jvp.org/gazaph…
(2026-01-18). Palestinian football: a revival tournament brings life back to Gaza's destroyed pitches. thecanary.co 
Two years after Israel's war of extermination on the Gaza Strip, Palestinian football is returning to the spotlight. The Gaza Revival Tournament marks a serious attempt to breathe life back into a sporting scene devastated by war, both humanly and structurally. The tournament is not a routine sporting event. It is the first practical test […] | By
(2026-01-18). regime crushed the protests. Will Trump try to hasten the fall? haaretz.com Despite the U.S. walking back this week from striking Iran, the Trump administration is still weighing military options — even as many countries, including Israel, doubt such a move could topple the Islamic regime ‚ñ Trump's Board of Peace falls well short of Netanyahu's promised total victory in Gaza…
(2026-01-18). Gavin Newsom says war in Gaza was not genocide, but broke my. haaretz.com In a conversation with Ben Shapiro, the presumed 2028 Democratic frontrunner affirmed Hamas as a terrorist group, but said attacks on civilians in Gaza 'weren't just collateral,' and revealed that in a conversation with Netanyahu after October 7, 'I kept talking about Hamas, he kept talking about Palestinians'…
(2026-01-18). Gaza: how children are born into two different worlds. thecanary.co 
The death of 27-day-old Aisha Ayesh Al-Agha did not pass as mere news in the city of Khan Yunis in southern Gaza. She may have become another statistic of the harsh winter, but to her parents, she was an unbearable tragedy. They watched their first daughter die, frozen beneath a tent that offered no mercy. […] | By
(2026-01-18). Genocide Isn't a Mistake. Which Is Why the Media Can't Tell You the Truth about Gaza. globalresearch.ca The Voice of Hind Rajab, a devastating dramatised retelling of Israel's slow-motion murder of a five-year-old in Gaza, arrives in UK cinemas next week. Please take the opportunity to see it. The vast majority of Americans were denied such an …
(2026-01-18). TikTok, IG hit Palestine News Network and Hickey with perma-bans. thecanary.co 
The Israel lobby's influence over social media continues to manifest — even ahead of the completion of the Zionist Ellison family's US-coerced joint venture with TikTok to avoid a US ban. TikTok has again deleted the highly-followed account of the Palestine News Network (PNN), which has regularly exposed Israel's crimes in Gaza. The latest attack […] | By
(2026-01-18). Israel pushes back against US backed Gaza peace council. albawaba.com Jerusalem / Washington — Israel has formally objected to the announcement of an executive committee for the proposed Gaza Peace Council, saying the move was made without prior coordination with Israeli authorities.In a statement, the office of Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said Israel had not been consulted on the committee's formation. The statement added that Foreign Minister Gideon Sa'ar would raise Israel's concerns with his U.S. counterpart, Marco Rubio.Correspondents in the region described the statement as potentially signaling the first open public rift of this kind between Netanyahu and U.S. Pr…
(2026-01-18). Who is part of Trump's 'Board of Peace' for Gaza? aljazeera.com Trump unveils a complex three-tier governing structure for Gaza that places Trump and pro-Israel officials at the top.
(2026-01-18). Trump's Gaza peace board charter seeks $1b for extended membership. tribune.com.pk 
(2026-01-18). US-backed Palestinian committee shares mission statement on Gaza governance. aljazeera.com The technocratic body will operate under the direction of Trump's 'board of peace', stacked with pro-Israel figures.
(2026-01-18). Trump's Davos gambit: 'Peace boards' poised to rival UN in future war deals. hindustantimes.com As world leaders head to Davos, Donald Trump is preparing to unveil a bold new global peace architecture that could reshape diplomacy itself. U.S. officials say his Gaza "Board of Peace" may soon be extended to Ukraine and Venezuela, placing Trump at the center of future ceasefires and reconstructions. Diplomats warn the model risks creating a parallel power structure rivaling the United Nations. With Zelensky set to meet Trump and an $800 billion Ukraine rebuild plan on the table, the stage is set for a dramatic shift in how wars are ended.
(2026-01-18). Trump tries to extort even his fake Gaza 'board of peace'. thecanary.co 
Donald Trump has demanded a joining fee of $1bn from any country that wants to be represented on the imperial occupation council he wants to set up to run (down) Gaza — misleadingly termed the 'board of peace'. It is yet another example of his attempt to extort even supposed 'allies'. Trump would personally control […] | By
(2026-01-18). Venezuela: Epitaph for a revolution? links.org.au 
Luís Bonilla-Molina — The question everyone has asked is: could the January 3 imperialist attack on Venezuela spark a revolutionary response? Subsequent events have shattered that illusion.
(2026-01-18). Venezuela's Acting President Delcy Rodríguez Announces New Cabinet Changes. orinocotribune.com Venezuelan Acting President Delcy Rodríguez announced a number of changes in the cabinet on Friday night. | The new appointments include: | • Miguel àÅngel Pérez Pirela, philosopher, writer, and journalist, was named minister for Communication and Information. Rodríguez noted that he would contribute his academic training and experience "to strengthen the defense of the truth of Venezuela."
| • Freddy àëáñez left the Ministry of Communications and Information to become the minister for Ecosocialism. Rodríguez tasked him with "promoting public policies aimed at…
(2026-01-18). Venezuelans are in the streets — 15 days and counting — to demand the return of their president and first lady. radiohc.cu 
Venezuelans continue to denounce the military attack carried out by the U.S. military on January 3rd — two weeks ago — and the kidnapping of the presidential couple, an act of aggression that represents a fatal blow to international law. | The Trump Administration's chain of crimes and illegal actions began with extrajudicial killings in lethal attacks against vessels in the Caribbean and the eastern Pacific, continued with the air embargo and naval blockade against Venezuela, and culminated in the military aggression and bombings of January 3 against Caracas and other locations in the country, in whi…
(2026-01-18). Saturday 1/17: Webinar: From Venezuela to Palestine : U.S. Empire, Genocide, and Our Duty to Fight Back. indybay.org Zoom | us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_ITzu……
(2026-01-18). Venezuela's Acting President Delcy Rodríguez Announces New Cabinet Changes. orinocotribune.com Venezuelan Acting President Delcy Rodríguez announced a number of changes in the cabinet on Friday night. | The new appointments include: | • Miguel àÅngel Pérez Pirela, philosopher, writer, and journalist, was named minister for Communication and Information. Rodríguez noted that he would contribute his academic training and experience "to strengthen the defense of the truth of Venezuela."
| • Freddy àëáñez left the Ministry of Communications and Information to become the minister for Ecosocialism. Rodríguez tasked him with "promoting public policies aimed at…
(2026-01-18). Political observer: U.S. operation in Venezuela was a challenge to China. eng.belta.by According to the expert, the loss of Venezuela and its oil reserves is a far more critical issue for China than for Russia.
(2026-01-18). U.S. militarization of Latin America grows. radiohc.cu After attacking Venezuela and kidnapping its constitutional president, Nicolás Maduro, Secretary of State Marco Rubio and Secretary of War Pete Hegseth are rushing to finalize agreements to send marines to Peru, Ecuador, Paraguay, Trinidad and Tobago, and the Dominican Republic. | The corollary with which President Donald Trump updated the Monroe Doctrine takes different forms. Strategies that mutate, but pursue the same goal: to regain control of the territory that the United States has always considered its "backyard" and to control the natural resources that are currently in dispute with other major powers.
(2026-01-18). Venezuela's goo-in-the-ground isn't usable oil at current prices (and may never be). resourceinsights.blogspot.com In the wake of Trump administration's prosecution of a war and blockade | against Venezuela and the administration's promise to vastly increase oil | production in the country, it's worth knowing why claims about Venezuela's | oil "reserves" being the largest in the world are problematic. It's also | important to understand what this implies for the future of oil production | in Venezuela. | Consider the following: | Official oil reserves are just that. They are numbers reported by | official government sources. Where these numbers come from large | state-owned oil companies—as is the case with Venezuela[m…
(2026-01-18). Who's Really Running Venezuela? popularresistance.org As the Senate voted to advance a War Powers Resolution on Venezuela on January 8th, Republican Senator Susan Collins declared that she did not agree with "a sustained engagement "running" Venezuela." | The world was mystified when President Trump first said that the United States would "run" Venezuela. He has since made it clear that he wants to control Venezuela by imposing a U.S. monopoly on selling its oil to the rest of the world, to trap the Venezuelan government in a subservient relationship with the United States.
(2026-01-18). Will ICE Ignite A Mass Strike In Minnesota? popularresistance.org Minnesota appears to be in gear for a mass uprising. Unions, community organizations, faith leaders, and small businesses there are calling for a statewide day of "no work (except for emergency services), no school, and no shopping" on January 23. | Festering grievances swelled into a national outcry on January 7, after ICE agent Jonathan Ross shot and killed poet and mother of three Renee Nicole Good in Minneapolis while she and her wife were observing federal agents swarming her neighborhood. | A week later, another federal agent shot a Latino immigrant from Venezuela in the leg.
(2026-01-18). US Sanctions Destroy Venezuela Oil Production. globalresearch.ca Trump's interest in Venezuela dates back to his first term in office (2017-2021) when Juan Guaido claimed to be the 'true elected' President of Venezuela in 2018, thereby challenging Nicolas Maduro's re election. | If Guaido had been successful, the US …
(2026-01-18). Europe's Outrage Over Maduro Arrest Reflects Poor Understanding of Oil Industry. wattsupwiththat.com The dramatic arrest of Venezuelan leader Nicolás Maduro sent shock waves around the world. Yet nowhere was the reaction more negative‚Äâ—‚Äâand more baffling‚Äâ—‚Äâthan in the European Union, where outrage swept through public discourse, a stark contrast to the generally positive reaction in the U.S. and elsewhere.
(2026-01-18). Il costo reale del colpo di Stato in Venezuela: il sostegno regionale dell'Iran contro Israele/Stati Uniti. strategic-culture.su Trump ha la minima idea di cosa significhi concretamente una guerra con l'Iran? Capisce che la destituzione di Maduro ha galvanizzato il sostegno all'Iran nel caso in cui quella guerra dovesse scoppiare? | Segue nostro Considerando l'enorme movimento di aerei militari statunitensi che sono prima arrivati nelle basi americane nel Regno Unito prima di spostarsi in Medio Oriente, le rivolte in Iran e l'euforia di Trump per la situazione in…
(2026-01-18). Belarus approves list of banks authorized to service state programs. eng.belta.by The list comprises 21 institutions.
(2026-01-18). India, Nigeria Geo-Political, Economic and Cultural Similarities. ummid.com The geo-political, economic and cultural similarities that exist between India and Nigeria present a great opportunity for each of them to benefit from the other's strengths.
(2026-01-18). 25 Years in the Making: EU-Mercosur Seal Historic Trade Deal. moderndiplomacy.eu Top officials from the EU and the South American group Mercosur signed a free trade agreement in Paraguay, marking the European Union's largest trade deal after 25 years of talks. The agreement aims to reduce tariffs and enhance trade between the EU and Mercosur, but it still needs approval from the European Parliament and ratification …
(2026-01-18). Lisa Nandy spits in face of Hillsborough victims' families. thecanary.co 
As we reported on 17 January, Keir Starmer's Labour government is at risk of failing to pass its landmark Hillsborough Law. The reason it's at risk is because the government has sought to introduce a last minute amendment which would exempt security services from accountability. This angered the families of victims — especially because MI5 […] | By
(2026-01-18). he war on free speech in Australia is getting cartoonishly absurd. strategic-culture.su By Caitlin JOHNSTONE | Join us on , , and . | Contact us: | You can literally just be sitting there not saying or doing anything and sti…
(2026-01-18). US Withdraws from UN Agencies, India Can Step in. ummid.com Guided by the Indian ethos of Vasudhaiva Kutumbakam ("One Earth, One Family, One Future"), India can amplify Southern priorities with inclusivity and balance.
(2026-01-18). A high-level legal expert for the Business, Human Rights and Environment Desk to follow the United Nations negotiations of a Legally Binding Instrument to regulate transnational corporations and other business enterprises. fidh.org The International Federation for Human Rights (FIDH) is an NGO that brings together nearly 200 civil society organisations around the world. Founded in 1922, it is committed to defending fundamental freedoms and the universality of the rights defined in the Universal Declaration of Human Rights. Independent of any government and recognised for its expertise, FIDH works to strengthen mechanisms for the protection of human rights and defenders through advocacy campaigns, investigations into (…) | – |
(2026-01-18). Economy set to extend steady growth trajectory. ecns.cn China's economy is poised to extend its steady growth momentum into 2026, with stepped-up policy support for domestic demand and a faster innovation-led transition to cushion any external uncertainties, officials and analysts said.
(2026-01-18). GB News cheers on Trump's revenge tariffs on UK. thecanary.co 
Who do you think you are kidding Mr Trump, if you think old England's gonna let you just wade into Greenland? Oh, there's an answer to that, actually; it's GB News: Of course. GB News. The pathetic loser, Ben Leo outing himself as the traitor he really is. This far-right propaganda machine doing down its own […] | By
(2026-01-18). Benin's opposition loses all parliamentary seats, provisional results show. aljazeera.com Electoral commission says two parties aligned with President Patrice Talon win all 109 seats in the assembly.
(2026-01-18). UGC NET December 2025 Answer Key: Important Notice to Read. ummid.com The National Testing Agency (NTA), while releasing the UGC NET December 2025 Answer Key (Provisional), has also issued important notification with regard to raise objections.
(2026-01-18). Trump threatens 10% tariffs on eight NATO allies over Greenland tensions. ecns.cn U.S. President Donald Trump on Saturday threatened to impose a 10 percent tariff on eight NATO allies, including Denmark, Norway, Sweden, France, Germany, the United Kingdom, the Netherlands and Finland, in response to recent military activity in Greenland.
(2026-01-18). Sudan: 18,000 displaced, 100 dead in RSF attacks on Darfur towns. newarab.com 
More than 100 people have been killed in For several days, areas in northern North Darfur bordering Chad have witnessed clashes between the two, with the paramilitaries attacking the areas of Amro, Al-Tina, and Karnoi in an attempt to…
(2026-01-18). Live: Dhule Corporation Election Result 2026. ummid.com The Maharashtra State Election Commission officials are set to hold counting of votes in Dhule for the Municipal Corporation (Dhule Mahanagar Palika) Election today i.e. Friday January 16, 2026.
(2026-01-18). Astronauts say training helped ensure safe return. ecns.cn Astronauts of China's Shenzhou XX mission Chen Dong (C), Chen Zhongrui (R) and Wang Jie meet the press at the Beijing Aerospace City on Jan 16, 2026. This was the first official public appearance of the crew of the Shenzhou XX flight mission after they returned to Earth.Wang said that when equipment malfunctions occurred in space, the basic knowledge and design principles he accumulated on the ground could be put to immediate use.
(2026-01-18). Tommy Robinson's flag-shagging friends have all fallen out. thecanary.co 
Operation 'Raise the Colours' is the name of the nationwide trend of divorced men erecting flags on lampposts. Obviously happy with how Raise the Colours went, some of the same men launched 'Operation Overlord Two', which involved them sailing over to France to slash rubber dinghies and bother refugees. Some are good friends with Tommy […] | By
(2026-01-18). Cold wave expected to sweep across China. ecns.cn China is expected to be hit by its first cold wave of the year from Saturday to Wednesday, bringing widespread rain, snow, and icy conditions, especially in southern regions. Central and eastern China will face their strongest winter weather so far, the national weather authority said on Friday.
(2026-01-18). Tomato price spike due to bad weather. ecns.cn The recent surge in tomato prices in China was mainly due to the impact of unfavorable weather earlier in the season and tight supplies during the peak period, experts said. Prices have started to ease slightly in mid-January and are likely to see a seasonal decline after the Spring Festival holiday in mid-February.
(2026-01-18). Reform announce plan to rapidly stuff party full of Tories. thecanary.co 
As we've reported, Reform UK have received some criticism from their own members and politicians. The reason they're unhappy is because Reform are accepting Tories into the party. This is a problem, because Reform are supposed to be an alternative to the Labour-Conservative duopoly; not a continuation of it. The latest news is that Reform […] | By
(2026-01-18). Shutdown Trump's Fascist Occupation of Minneapolis & Minnesota & STOP the Wars & Genocide. indybay.org The Trump gestapo occupation of Minneapolis and Minnesota has led to the AFL-CIO calling for a mass worker community action on January 23, 2026. The UFCLP supports that and calls on all unions and worker throughout the United States to fight for and organize a national general strike. Trump and his fascist government will not be stopped with protests alone. Workers have the power to shutdown the country and also link this to the shutdown of US imperialist wars abroad.
(2026-01-18). Saturday 1/17: Solidarity Gathering for the People of Iran. indybay.org Town Clock, Pacific Ave and Water St, Santa Cruz…
(2026-01-18). The Rule of the Terror Clowns. indybay.org The region's resources, imperialist interventions, territories such as Greenland — according to the fascist Miller, the US can claim or take possession of all this because it has the military power to do so. This is no longer a question of law, but of mere military power. And this very thing—the worship of the naked use of force—is a core element of fascist ideology.
(2026-01-18). Jagan Chapagain: Is the global humanitarian system breaking down? aljazeera.com The IFRC chief on US aid cuts, attacks on aid workers and whether neutrality can survive modern wars.
(2026-01-18). Juventus title hopes fade in Serie A. tribune.com.pk 
Juventus' Serie A title ambitions are all but over after they suffered a 1-0 defeat at Cagliari on Saturday, in a game where the visitors were unable to make their domination of possession count. | Juventus sit fifth in the standings on 39 points, 10 behind leaders Inter Milan, who beat Udinese 1-0 on Saturday. Cagliari are 15th on 22 points, the win taking them eight points away from the relegation zone. | Cagliari failed to register a shot attempt in the opening half but scored a shock winner when Luca Mazzitelli scored with 25 minutes remaining to end Juve's six-match unbeaten league run. | "You tip your ha…
(2026-01-18). US may lose its voting right in United Nations. ummid.com The United States (USA) is at the risk of losing its voting right in the United Nations (UN) because of non-payment of its dues.
(2026-01-18). Trump Threatens Tariffs on Eight European Nations in Greenland Row. moderndiplomacy.eu On Saturday, President Donald Trump announced plans to raise tariffs on several European countries until the U. S. is allowed to purchase Greenland from Denmark. He stated that a new 10% import tariff would begin on February 1 for goods from Denmark, Norway, Sweden, France, Germany, the Netherlands, Finland, and Great Britain. This tariff would …
(2026-01-18). The Regime Change Machine Is Turning On Iran Again. popularresistance.org Make no mistake: the U.S. and Israel are ready to seize this moment in Iran's mass protests to drive a regime change operation. And it's not even subtle. | Trump has openly threatened airstrikes against Iran — and he's told protesters to keep going, promising: "Help is on the way." | And Israeli security analysts are already gaming out a collapse scenario — suggesting the Israeli military could hit Iran's strategic infrastructure and government targets if the state begins to crumble — to weaken the Islamic government and shape the outcome towards regime change with a plan to install Reza Pahlavi…
(2026-01-18). Officials Proudly Defend Raiding A Journalist's Home. popularresistance.org President Donald Trump's administration proudly defended the FBI raid of Washington Post reporter Hannah Natanson's home. Officials insisted that Natanson should have "returned" classified information that she allegedly received while invoking President Barack Obama's attacks on freedom of the press to excuse their intensified assaults on the rights of journalists. | The firm support from Attorney General Pam Bondi, FBI Director Kash Patel, and the Trump White House was emblematic of an administration that has repeatedly singled out reporters as enemies of the United States.
(2026-01-18). Caitlin Johnstone: Regime Change the US. consortiumnews.com Not its fake official elected government: its real government. The oligarchs and government agencies which actually run the thing. By Caitlin Johnstone Caitlin's Newsletter Reading by Tim Foley I support regime change in the United States. The real kind, not…
(2026-01-18). EU Goes Big: Mercosur Deal Crushes Trump's Tariff Threats. thinktank.pk In a landmark move, the European Union and the Mercosur bloc—comprising Argentina, Brazil, Paraguay, and Uruguay—signed a comprehensive free trade agreement after more than 25 years of arduous negotiations. This deal creates one of the world's largest free trade zones, encompassing over 700 million consumers and roughly 30% of global GDP. From a European standpoint, …
(2026-01-18). FO ∞ Podcasts: Maduro, the War on Drugs and Trump's Revival of the Monroe Doctrine. fairobserver.com 
(2026-01-18). Meloni rejects Trump tariff move, urges Greenland dispute go through NATO. hindustantimes.com Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni pushed back against Donald Trump's new tariff threat tied to Greenland's security, calling it a "mistake" and urging that any dispute be handled through NATO channels instead of unilateral measures. She framed the clash as a "misunderstanding" between the United States and European allies, arguing that Europe's push to help secure Greenland and the wider Arctic is meant to deter hostile actors, not undermine Washington. Watch for details…
(2026-01-18). PM banks on IMF package to buttress economy. tribune.com.pk 
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has a scheduled meeting with the International Monetary Fund (IMF) managing director next week at a Swiss hilly resort, where he would seek her support for a colossal relief package to save the remaining industries and individuals from further economic collapse. | Next week's meeting may remind us of another gathering held about three years ago between the heads of the Pakistani government and the IMF. In the middle of 2023, Shehbaz Sharif had committed in Paris with Kristalina Georgieva that he would do the right things to put the economy back on track and avoid default. | Sharif…
(2026-01-18). UN General Assembly: States must ensure that the protections afforded under IHL remain effective against the risks of ICT activities during armed conflict. icrc.org Statement delivered by Elyse Mosquini, Permanent Observer to the United Nations, at the High-level Meeting of the UN General Assembly on the overall review of the implementation of the outcomes of the World Summit on the Information Society (WSIS+20)…
(2026-01-18). AIMIM to emerge as single largest party in Malegaon Corporation 2026: Exit Polls. ummid.com Asaduddin Owaisi's All India Majlis e Ittehadul Muslimeen (AIMIM) is set to emerge as the single largest party in Malegaon where polling for the corporation election (MMC) was held today.
(2026-01-18). Kataib Hezbollah threatens US bases in the Middle East if US strikes Iran. longwarjournal.org Kataib Hezbollah, an Iraqi Shiite militia, warned the United States that if Washington launched a war with Iran, the group would attack American bases in the region. The threat comes amid rising tension between Washington and Tehran as the Islamic Republic continues a brutal crackdown on demonstrations that began nearly three weeks ago.
(2026-01-18). Kazakh specialists study Belarus' model for dairy farming complexes. eng.belta.by During their visit, the delegates examined Belarusian practices in establishing dairy farms and developing livestock and crop production, with the aim of applying this expertise at Kazakh agricultural enterprises.
(2026-01-18). Al Jazeera reports from Greenland's capital as thousands protest US threats. aljazeera.com Thousands of Greenlanders have protested US President Donald Trump's repeated threats to seize control of their homeland…
(2026-01-18). Guterres warns against undermining global ties. tribune.com.pk 
Powerful forces are lining up to undermine global cooperation, United Nations Secretary-General Antonio Guterres warned at a landmark event in London on Saturday to commemorate the 80th anniversary of the UN General Assembly, but he urged that "humanity is strongest when we stand as one". | Speaking at Methodist Central Hall, the very same venue where the first-ever UN General Assembly was held on 10 January 1946, Guterres called on delegates at the event to be "bold enough to change. Bold enough to find the courage of those who came to this Hall 80 years ago to forge a better world." | Organized by the United…
(2026-01-18). Pakistani student develops world's largest Urdu AI model 'Qalb'. tribune.com.pk 1733130350-0/Untitled-design-(76)1733130350-0.jpg)
Pakistan's own Urdu ChatGPT, "Qalb", has officially been launched, marking a historic milestone in the country's digital journey. Developed under the leadership of Taimoor Hassan, a Pakistani student studying in the United States, Qalb is now recognised as the world's largest Large Language Model created exclusively for the Urdu language. | Trained on a massive dataset of 1.97 billion tokens and benchmarked across more than seven international evaluation frameworks, Qalb outperforms existing Urdu-focused AI models on key real-world performance indicators, setting a new standard for natural language processing…
(2026-01-18). 'Enormous pain in my heart': Palestinian evictions mount in East Jerusalem. aljazeera.com Legal appeals by Palestinians who have lived in occupied East Jerusalem for generations were denied in the new year.
(2026-01-18). Irish FM says threatened U.S. tariffs 'completely unacceptable'. ecns.cn Ireland's Foreign Minister Helen McEntee said in a statement on Sunday that the announcement made by U.S. President Donald Trump on Greenland, including the decision to impose tariffs on several EU member states, Britain and Norway, is "completely unacceptable and deeply regrettable."
(2026-01-18). Macklin Good's killing sparks protests at over 1,000 places in United States. ummid.com The brutal daylight killing of Renee Nicole Macklin Good in Minneapolis has sparked protests at more than 1,000 places in United States (USA).
(2026-01-18). With a view of earth: Lunar hotel opens bookings on the moon. albawaba.com ALBAWABA — A U.S.-based startup says it has begun accepting $1 million advance reservations for what it plans to be the first hotel on the Moon, targeting an opening date of 2032 in a move that could redefine luxury travel and space tourism.The company, Galactic Resource Utilization (GRU), said prospective guests must place a seven-figure deposit to secure a spot among the inaugural visitors. GRU describes the project as the first permanent human facility beyond Earth, designed to support short stays on the lunar surface.Backers and Vision: Founded in 2025 by Skyler Chan, a University of California,…
(2026-01-18). Voters in Portugal electing new president, could be far-right winner. aljazeera.com Among the frontrunners is Andre Ventura, whose far-right party is the second-largest in parliament.
(2026-01-18). Municipal Elections, Union Budget and Future of Pune Real Estate. ummid.com The city you live in five years from now will depend on what happens when you vote, and what the budget gives us next month. Both count.
(2026-01-18). Sudan: Call on the Rapid Support Forces (RSF) to release journalist Muammar Ibrahim. fidh.org The undersigned organisations, including FIDH and OMCT within the framework of the Observatory for the Protection of Human Rights Defenders, journalists, express serious concern regarding the detention of Sudanese journalist Muammar Ibrahim by the Rapid Support Forces (RSF). Mr Ibrahim has been held since 26 October 2025, following his detention in El-Fasher, North Darfur.
According to available information, RSF detained Muammar Ibrahim while he was attempting to leave El-Fasher amid (…) | – |
(2026-01-18). As Trump's threat grows, Greenlanders plot exit plan: 'I'm thinking about where to hide'. scmp.com Ulrikke Andersen has already made a plan. If the United States invades Greenland, she will flee her home with her daughter. | "Before, I was ready to die for my country but when I had a kid that changed everything," she said. | The 40-year-old is one of many residents of the Greenlandic capital, Nuuk, now weighing up options they would never have considered just a few months ago.
(2026-01-18). Nigeria pips Egypt to AFCON third place after penalty shoot-out. newarab.com 
Ademola Lookman converted the spot-kick that gave Nigeria a 4-2 penalty shoot-out victory over Egypt after a 0-0 draw on Saturday in the Africa Cup of Nations third place play-off. | Victory for the Super Eagles in Casablanca followed the disappointment of losing shoot-outs that cost them chances to compete at the 2026 World Cup and in the 2025 AFCON final. | Nigeria lost on penalties to the Democratic Republic of Congo last November in a play-off for a place in the World Cup intercontinental play-offs. | Then, three days ago, they lost another shoot-out to fail against hosts Morocco in an AFCON semi-final. | Suc…
(2026-01-18). A programme coordinator of the programme : "global initiative against impunity for international crimes and serious human rights violations: making justice work" full-time fixed contract (18 months). fidh.org The International Federation for Human Rights (FIDH) is an NGO that brings together nearly 200 civil society organisations around the world. Founded in 1922, it is committed to defending fundamental freedoms and the universality of the rights defined in the Universal Declaration of Human Rights. Independent of any government and recognised for its expertise, FIDH works to strengthen mechanisms for the protection of human rights and defenders through advocacy campaigns, investigations into (…) | – |
(2026-01-18). Museveni wins presidential election. independent.co.ug 
KAMPALA, UGANDA | Xinhua | Uganda's incumbent President Yoweri Museveni on Saturday secured a seventh five-year term after winning the country's presidential election. According to final results announced by the Electoral Commission, the country's electoral body, Museveni garnered more than 7.9 million votes out of about 11.3 million valid ballots cast. His closest challenger, Robert …
(2026-01-18). China sends sea-launched rocket CERES-1 Y7 from sea. ecns.cn The commercial rocket, CERES-1 Y7, blasted off at 4: 10 a.m. (Beijing Time), carrying the satellites belonging to the Tianqi constellation.
(2026-01-18). China urges restraint over Iran to prevent further turmoil in Middle East. ecns.cn A file photo of Sun Lei, China's deputy permanent representative to the United Nations.China called on all parties to exercise restraint and avoid pushing the Middle East into deeper instability and conflict, following an emergency meeting of the UN Security Council on Thursday over the situation in Iran.
(2026-01-18). K-P govt raises compensation for Bajaur homes damaged in security operation. tribune.com.pk 
Khyber-Pakhtunkhwa Chief Minister Sohail Afridi announced at a jirga on Sunday that compensation for houses damaged during the recent security operation in Bajaur has been increased from Rs160,000 to Rs500,000. | The jirga, held under Afridi's chairmanship, included parliamentarians, tribal elders and community notables from Bajaur district. Discussions focused on security, development, and regional affairs. | Participants expressed confidence in the chief minister and pledged full cooperation with the provincial government. The meeting reviewed the law and order situation in the province, prospects for improv…
(2026-01-18). Explosion at Baotou steel plant kills 2, 5 missing. ecns.cn An explosion at a plate plant operated by Baogang United Steel in Baotou, Inner Mongolia autonomous region, killed two people and left five others missing, local authorities said Sunday night.
(2026-01-18). Anti-ICE protesters drive out far-right activists in Minneapolis amid immigration tensions. tribune.com.pk 
Hundreds of anti-ICE protesters in Minneapolis chased off a small group of far-right activists who had vowed to march on a neighbourhood where many immigrants live on Saturday, stoking tensions in a city on edge after the killing of Renee Good by a federal immigration agent 10 days ago. | Waving signs and screaming chants that called for US Immigration and Customs Enforcement and Border Patrol agents to leave Minneapolis, the anti-ICE protesters gathered downtown near City Hall. Scores of them moved forward, forcing about 10 far-right demonstrators against the outside of the municipal government centre within…
(2026-01-18). Iran leader demands crackdown on 'seditionists' after protests. newarab.com 
The demonstrations were sparked by
(2026-01-18). Washington's War on Iran: The Importance of Defending Information Space. orinocotribune.com By Brian Berletic — Jan 15, 2026 | The US has demonstrably continued its war on Iran through the execution of long-laid plans aimed at destabilizing the nation through US-backed protests and armed terrorists targeting major cities over the course of several days. | This follows a nearly 2-week-long war the US and its Israeli proxies launched against Iran in mid-2025—only having been placed on pause ahead of the next round of destabilization and military aggression, which appears to be unfolding now. | Amid the US-organized unrest in January 2026, the US has openly backed the opposition, calling for arm…
(2026-01-18). The true cost of PIA privitisation. tribune.com.pk 
In the five years before privatisation, Pakistan International Airlines (PIA) experienced its most volatile financial period, with massive operational losses. The financial decline was rooted in years of overstaffing and inefficiency due to political interference and labour union pressure, Covid-19 related travel restrictions, and EASA flight ban following the failure of CAA resulting in revelations of fake pilot licenses, rising global fuel prices and the large rupee devaluation. But the financial collapse in 2023 was precipitated by the interest rate policy of the SBP raising rates to over 22 percent ostensi…
(2026-01-18). Friday 1/23: Solidarity with General Strike Minneapolis, Rally in Palo Alto. indybay.org 855 Embarcadero | Palo Alto 94303 | (Town and Country Village shopping district)…
(2026-01-18). Minneapolis & Minnesota AFL-CIO Calls For Mass Day Of Worker Community Action On 1/23/25. indybay.org The Minneapolis & Minnesota AFL-CIO has called for a mass day of worker community action On 1/23/25 to stop the ICE attacks.
(2026-01-18). Global tech partnerships highlighted at major tech show. ecns.cn Chinese technology companies are enhancing collaboration and partnerships with global technology leaders in the age of AI, a trend that executives said will better support global development and shared benefits.
(2026-01-18). Giant pie and shurpa served at Beresteiskie Sani 2026 festival. eng.belta.by Throughout the Beresteiskie Sani festival, organizers provided refreshments and entertainment for every taste. Both adults and children found plenty to enjoy at the numerous interactive sites across the grounds.
(2026-01-18). US Intervention Could Spark Chaos in Iran. fairobserver.com Iranian protesters may find that they got more than they bargained for if US President Donald Trump acts on his threat to intervene militarily in support of protesters. Mr. Trump's threat may have emboldened Iranians to continue taking to the streets, assuming that the world's most powerful leader has their back. Many protesters and some…
(2026-01-18). Rob new film "On The Edge… Again," with Bruce Dern and Pam Grier. indybay.org Local Berkeley, Maverick Filmmaker Rob Nilsson Who Supported The Homeless & Unhoused In San Francisco Years Ago, Has A New Film Release Called, "On The Edge… Again," including actors Bruce Dern and Pam Grier.
(2026-01-18). This Week's Most Popular Articles. globalresearch.ca 
(2026-01-18). Reforms bear fruit as World Bank projects SA economic growth. sanews.gov.za Reforms bear fruit as World Bank projects SA economic growth | A new World Bank report projecting economic growth for South Africa over the next two years is an indication that government's reform agenda is bearing fruit. | This after the international development organisation reported that South Africa's economy is expected to grow by some 1.4% in 2026 — increasing to 1.7% in 2027. | "Government welcomes the World Bank's assessment that shows economic growth in South Africa strengthened to 1.3 % in 2025, supported by a more reliable electricity supply, a strong agricultural harvest, and improved business c…
(2026-01-18). China's giant radio telescope observations unravel origin of cosmic enigmatic flashes. ecns.cn Through studying the observation data of China's gigantic radio telescope located in the country's southwestern Guizhou Province, an international research team has uncovered compelling new evidence supporting a binary-system origin for at least some fast radio bursts (FRBs), one of the most enigmatic phenomena in modern astrophysics.
(2026-01-18). Sudan's people endure 'horror and hell' in war, says UN rights chief. aljazeera.com United Nations rights chief Volker Turk visits Sudan and says people in country are going through 'hell'.
(2026-01-18). Explained: The history and (fragile) future of U.S. military aid to Israel. haaretz.com A closer look at the history of U.S. aid to Israel and Netanyahu's proposal to phase it out reveals less a rupture with Washington than a strategic recalibration shaped by Trump-era isolationism, domestic U.S. politics, and Israel's enduring dependence on American power…
(2026-01-18). Saturday 2/7: A Journey: Social Justice and the Art of Neighboring in Palestine. indybay.org Islamic Center of Livermore | 3820 East Ave, Livermore CA…
(2026-01-18). Iran Condemns US Attempts To Exploit Protests For Political Gain. popularresistance.org Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi said that the "exploitation of the protests to pursue political agendas, combined with the ongoing effects of illegal unilateral US sanctions, undermines Iranians' basic rights" and is a "shameful" act. | Araghchi was addressing a letter to the UN Security Council, which is scheduled to meet on the afternoon of Thursday, January 15, to discuss the situation in Iran, where anti-government protests in the last few weeks have captured global attention. | Araghchi expressed concerns over "provocative and irresponsible statements" made by current and former US officials inciting…
(2026-01-18). In Iran, Trump toys with regime-change fantasies. tribune.com.pk 
Seven months after Israel's surprise strikes on Iran's military and nuclear sites, the country has returned to the world's attention. This time, the rupture is from within. Anger over rampant inflation, punishing food prices, and a rapidly plummeting rial has spilled onto the streets of Tehran and cities across the length and breadth of the Islamic Republic, morphing into a wider revolt against a clerical order that has held Iran in its grip for nearly five decades. | But Iran has been here before—or somewhere close to it. Since toppling Shah Mohammad Reza Pahlavi in January 1979, the Islamic Republic ha…
(2026-01-18). Israel recognises Homesh settlement to "prevent a Palestinian state" aljazeera.com "So, whether you call it a settlement or an outpost actually doesn't matter. They're all war crimes."
(2026-01-18). Cédric Durand: Michel Aglietta. newleftreview.org A tribute to the founder of the Parisian Regulation School of heterodox economics, with its striking combination of elite statistical training, rich conceptualizations and long-range economic history. Michel Aglietta's singular trajectory traced from radicalization in Algeria and 1960s Marxism to studies of China and green modelling.
(2026-01-18). Spanish PM Sanchez: A US Grab for Greenland is a 'Gift to Putin'. moderndiplomacy.eu Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez stated in an interview that a U. S. invasion of Greenland would please Vladimir Putin and harm NATO. He expressed that such military action would give Russia justification for its invasion of Ukraine. Sanchez argued that if the U. S. were to use force in Greenland, it would threaten NATO's …
(2026-01-18). Fire at Karachi's Gul Plaza kills 6, injures 20; blaze still not fully under control. tribune.com.pk 
(2026-01-18). An opera on blindness is the bravest production in Israel right now. haaretz.com Tchaikovsky's 'Iolanta' debuts in Israel for the first time. Plus, contemporary pop stars keep cranking out duets with Israel's older stars, and a biography on a pioneering Israeli feminist hits the shelves…
(2026-01-18). US strike kills senior al-Qaeda-linked figure tied to deadly Palmyra ISIS ambush. hindustantimes.com On January 16, U.S. Central Command reported a strike in northwest Syria that killed Bilal Hasan al‚ÄëJasim, a senior al‚ÄëQaeda‚Äëlinked operative described as having direct ties to the ISIS gunman behind the December 13, 2025 ambush near Palmyra that killed two U.S. service members and an American interpreter and wounded American and Syrian personnel. CENTCOM said this operation is part of "Hawkeye Strike," a large‚Äëscale response to the ambush in which U.S. and partner forces have hit over 100 ISIS infrastructure and weapons sites with more than…
(2026-01-18). Chinese scientists confirm quantum mechanics prediction set 87 years ago. ecns.cn Chinese scientists have directly observed the Migdal effect for the first time in experiments involving collisions between neutrons and atomic nuclei, confirming a quantum mechanics prediction made nearly nine decades ago.
(2026-01-18). Year's first private rocket mission takes off. ecns.cn Galactic Energy, a private rocket maker in Beijing, conducted the sixth sea-based launch of its Ceres 1 carrier rocket on Friday morning, marking the first private space mission in China in 2026.
(2026-01-18). Farage vanishes from interviews following Trump controversy. thecanary.co 
Nigel Farage was due to appear on Laura Kuenssberg this morning, but when the show started he was nowhere to be seen. Quite why this happened is unclear, but people have their suspicions: Its been reported that Nigel Farage was meant to go on #BBCLauraK this morning but he sent Richard Tice instead. Here's Tice […] | By
(2026-01-18). Owaisi's love for 'Nepo Kids' galore as Malegaon prepares for 2026 Corporation Polls. ummid.com AIMIM President Asaduddin Owaisi's love for a 'notorious family' has become a topic of debate in Malegaon which is preparing for the high stake Municipal Corporation elections after a long gap.
(2026-01-18). Police chief steps down after UK fallout from ban on Tel Aviv football fan. aljazeera.com UK police chief retires after backlash over banning Maccabi Tel Aviv fans from a match against Aston Villa last year.
(2026-01-18). Saturday 1/31: 2025 Oscar Winner: No Other Land Screening at Newark Public Library. indybay.org Newark Library | 37055 Newark Blvd | Newark CA…
(2026-01-18). Ronaldo shines, but Al-Nassr Vs Al-Hilal SPL match went other way. ummid.com Cristiano Ronaldo led Al Nassr suffered another setback after it was defeated by Al Hilal in the SPL 25/26 Group Match played at Kingdom Arena in Riyadh Monday January 12, 2026.
(2026-01-18). NASA moves moon rocket to launch pad. tribune.com.pk 
NASA on Saturday rolled out its towering SLS rocket and Orion spacecraft as it began preparations for its first crewed mission to the Moon in more than 50 years. | The maneuver, which takes up to 12 hours, will allow the US space agency to begin a string of tests for the Artemis 2 mission, which could blast off as early as February 6. | The immense orange and white Space Launch System rocket and the Orion vessel were slowly wheeled out of the Vehicle Assembly Building at the Kennedy Space Center in Florida, and painstakingly moved four miles (6.5 kilometers) to Launch Pad 39B. | If the tests are all satisfacto…
(2026-01-18). Sudanese put through 'hell' as advanced weapons fuel war: Turk. newarab.com 
Nearly three years of war have put the Sudanese people through "hell", the UN's rights chief said Sunday, blasting the vast sums spent on advanced weaponry at the expense of humanitarian aid and the recruitment of child soldiers. | Since April 2023, Sudan has been gripped by a conflict between the army and Speaking in Port Sudan during his first wartime visit, UN Human Rights commissioner Volk…
(2026-01-18). Pierre Vesperini: Government of the Past. newleftreview.org If the past is always that of a certain present, what are the conditions for avoiding the subordination of public history to self-interested origin stories, or the consignment of past infamies to oblivion? Who belongs in public memory, and who not? Reflections on the political use and abuse of popular historiography.
(2026-01-18). Mumbai Corporation 2026: Full List of Winning Candidates. ummid.com The Maharashtra State Election Commission has released the ward wise full list of candidates who have won the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) 2026 elections.
(2026-01-18). South Korean court sentences ex-President Yoon Suk Yeol to 5 years in jail for obstruction. ecns.cn A South Korean court sentenced former President Yoon Suk Yeol to five years in prison in the first trial over charges including obstruction of arrest, according to a CCTV report on Friday.
(2026-01-18). Grey Anderson: Primacy's Calculus. newleftreview.org Grey Anderson on Edward Luce, Zbig. Biography of Brzezinski, updating the American strategist and Russia hawk for present needs.
(2026-01-18). The Wrong Wings: Why Chinese Jet Fighter Is a Strategic Misfit for Indonesia. moderndiplomacy.eu The modernization of the Indonesian Armed Forces (TNI) remains an unresolved and persistently unsatisfactory issue. Although the defense budget has seen incremental increases, an allocation of below 1% of GDP is still considered insufficient. This challenge is further compounded by numerous other defense expenditures, such as personnel salaries and equipment maintenance. At the same time, the Indonesian …
(2026-01-18). live like Residents say Israel Police continuing raids on Bedouin village Tarabin. haaretz.com Despite announcing last week that the Israel Police operation was ending, local residents told Haaretz that officers threw stun grenades and flares and fired tear gas on Saturday evening, expressing concern that 'this won't end well'…
(2026-01-18). Protester removes Iran's flag in London. tribune.com.pk 
(2026-01-18). Australia Open legend Todd Woodbridge has his eye on the ball. independentaustralia.net 
(2026-01-18). Artificial Intelligence an Asset, not a Substitute to Media. ummid.com Highlighting the possibilities and concerns of Artificial Intelligence (AI) dominating all walks of life in the world, senior analyst and columnist Asad Mirza said that AI is a tool for journalism, not a substitute.
(2026-01-18). Sabalenka advances to Australian Open second round. eng.belta.by In her opening match in Melbourne today, the top-seeded Belarusian tennis player convincingly defeated France's Tiantsoa Sarah Rakotomanga Rajaonah (World No. 118) 6-4, 6-1 in one hour and 17 minutes.
(2026-01-18). Fact Check: Plundering of Somnath and other Hindu temples. ummid.com Temple destructions in ancient and medieval India were not primarily a religious phenomenon.
(2026-01-18). US blows past another deadline to field its first hypersonic missile. scmp.com The army has once again missed its own deadline for fielding the first US hypersonic weapon, in a sign that one of the Pentagon's top priorities is still running late. | The unit responsible for using the advanced weapon is trained and ready, but the missile — part of a US$10.4 billion hypersonic programme — is not ready for use. And while the army as recently as last month said that it planned to field the weapon by the end of 2025, the army acknowledged this week that it missed that…
(2026-01-18). Egypt, Sudan welcome Trump's mediation offer on Nile River dispute. tribune.com.pk 
Egyptian President Abdel Fattah al-Sisi and Sudan's Chairman of the Sovereignty Council Abdel Fattah al-Burhan on Saturday welcomed US President Donald Trump's offer to mediate a dispute over the sharing of the Nile River waters regarding the contested Grand Ethiopian Renaissance Dam. | In a statement through US social media company X, Sisi expressed appreciation for Trump's interest in the Nile issue, describing it as "the lifeline of the Egyptian people." | In a Post on X, Al-Burhan: Sudan Welcomes and Supports President Trump's Initiative and Mediation | Khartoum | 17 January 2026 | The Chairman of Sudan's…
(2026-01-18). LEVER WEEKLY: Dark ICE Capades. levernews.com 
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(2026-01-18). One Third Of Canadians Fear Possible US Invasion. popularresistance.org Nearly one in three Canadians say they fear the US could invade their country, according to a recent poll conducted by Leger and published on 14 January. | The survey, carried out between 9 and 11 January among 1,540 Canadians and 1,011 US citizens, found that 31 percent of Canadians believe a US invasion is possible, while 55 percent think Greenland is next in Trump's sights. | One in five US respondents said they believe their country could attack its northern neighbor. | Majorities on both sides of the border also predicted US intervention elsewhere, with 51 percent naming Cuba and 47 percent Panama.
(2026-01-18). Anders Stephanson & George Kennan: Stephanson—Kennan Correspondence. newleftreview.org An inter-generational exchange between one of the Cold War's originating thinkers and a young Marxist scholar studying his work. Problems of American foreign policy, definitions of the national interest, the Soviet Union and the containment doctrine and the independent development of political discourse among the subjects under consideration.
(2026-01-18). Pentagon readies 1,500 troops to possibly deploy to Minnesota, US media say. tribune.com.pk The Pentagon has ordered about 1,500 active-duty soldiers to prepare for a possible deployment to Minnesota, the site of large protests against the government's deportation drive, US media reported on Sunday. | The army placed the units on prepare-to-deploy orders in case violence in the northern state escalates, the Washington Post reported, citing unnamed defense officials, adding that it is not clear whether any of them will be sent. | The White House told…
(2026-01-18). Unabated U.S. prisoner abuse. strategic-culture.su By John KIRIAKOU | Join us on , , and . | Contact us: | Guards are leaving federal inmates in restraints for hours and even, in dozens o…
(2026-01-18). Tech Sector Growth Hinges on Sustainable Value Chains, Report. moderndiplomacy.eu The technology sector could generate $800 billion in value by 2030 by focusing on nature, according to a World Economic Forum report. This is part of a larger potential $10.1 trillion opportunity for the private sector through nature-positive solutions. Most of the $800 billion is expected to come from energy and extractive activities, such as …
(2026-01-18). UN names Hangzhou leader in 'zero waste'. ecns.cn The United Nations has selected Hangzhou as one of the world's top 20 "Zero Waste Cities", recognizing the provincial capital of Zhejiang for its marriage of rapid economic growth and high-tech environmental governance.
(2026-01-18). PLA carries out drone training operations near Dongsha Islands. ecns.cn The People's Liberation Army Southern Theater Command recently conducted routine drone training operations near China's Dongsha Islands, emphasizing that such activities are entirely legitimate and lawful.
(2026-01-18). Saturday 1/17: Humboldt County Free America Rally. indybay.org 825 5th Street, Eureka…
(2026-01-18). Eskom recovery continues unabated. sanews.gov.za Eskom recovery continues unabated | Eskom's Generation Recovery Plan continues to yield results as the power system remains stable with more than 245 days without the implementation of load shedding. | "Eskom's power system remains stable, continuing to support economic activity in the country. South Africa returned this week from the holiday break to a structurally stronger system entering 2026, than five years ago, with an additional 4400MW of capacity available compared to this time last year. | "The resilience of the power system reflects the major improvements in Eskom's generation fleet and the success of i…
(2026-01-18). PSL Franchises agree on players' auction. tribune.com.pk 
For the first time in the history of the Pakistan Super League (PSL), a player auction will be held. In a meeting held yesterday with CEO Salman Naseer, most of the franchises agreed to the auction format. Once approved by the PCB Chairman, it will be implemented. | On Sunday, a workshop will be organized to brief the team owners about the auction procedures. Meanwhile, all five of the original franchises have demanded to retain four players each, including their brand ambassadors. The new teams, however, have asked for zero retentions. A final decision on this matter will also be made by the Chairman. | It is…
(2026-01-18). Israeli settlers raid, set fire to Bedouin community in West Bank. haaretz.com Israeli security forces said the suspects in the attack escaped the scene, and clubs were found in a vehicle they left behind. Activists who were on the scene at the time said they were beaten violently and chased before having their tents set on fire…
(2026-01-18). Fairytale atmosphere reigns at Drozdy Reservoir. eng.belta.by Though frost grips the air and snow blankets the shores, the water draws in local wildlife.
(2026-01-18). GATE 2026 Admit Card Released: Steps, Link to Download. ummid.com IIT Guwahati has released the Admit Card (Hall Ticket) of the candidates who have registered for Graduate Aptitude Test in Engineering 2026 (GATE 2026) on its official website gate2026.iitg.ac.in.
(2026-01-18). How the EU Plans to Fight Back Against Trump's Greenland Power Play. thinktank.pk In recent developments, the ongoing tension surrounding the United States' interest in acquiring Greenland has sparked significant debate across the Atlantic. As geopolitical strategies evolve, Europe's response to the Greenland dispute could shape transatlantic relations for years to come. Understanding the Core of the Greenland Dispute The dispute centers on renewed U.S. ambitions to gain …
(2026-01-18). Why Charlie Kirk, fan of antisemitic conspiracy theories, is loved by government. haaretz.com Charlie Kirk railed against the 'right' people and things: Islam, Palestinians and the protesters who support them, liberal values, the general concept of 'wokeness' and progressivism. For this Israeli government, that alone grants him a place of honor…
(2026-01-18). Thursday 1/29: Webinar: Reaching a Milestone: Surpassing 1,000 Apartheid-Free Communities. indybay.org Online | www.mobilize.us/us-palestineactivism/eve……
(2026-01-18). We're Racing Down the Highway to a Mad Max World. fairobserver.com Let me start by putting things bluntly: Don't bother to tell US President Donald Trump, but with his distinct help, we're doing nothing less than cooking ourselves. Thanks to the continued use of fossil fuels in a staggering fashion and the growth of greenhouse gas emissions, almost half of the world's population now suffers through…
(2026-01-18). Tuesday 1/20: Aptos: Free America Walkout. indybay.org State Park Drive, Aptos…
(2026-01-18). China's Davos Agenda: Countering US Hegemony, Promoting a "Shared Future" moderndiplomacy.eu China participated in the World Economic Forum 2026 in Davos, Switzerland (held from January 19 to 23, 2026, under the theme "Spirit of Dialogue") with a high-level delegation headed by Chinese Vice Premier "He Lifeng". China, as a major global economic power, participated in the World Economic Forum, focusing on strengthening international cooperation and providing …
(2026-01-18). Minneapolis Labor Union Delegation and Local Regional Labor Bodies Endorse January 23, 2026 'Day of Truth and Freedom' No Work, School or Shopping! wibailoutpeople.org 
(2026-01-18). Iran considers 'gradually' restoring internet after shutdown. newarab.com 
Iranian authorities have said they are considering "gradually" restoring internet access after imposing Demonstrations sparked in late December by anger over economic hardship exploded into protests widely seen as the biggest challenge to the Iranian leadership in years. | Iran…
(2026-01-18). Sabalenka sees off Rakotomanga Rajaonah. tribune.com.pk 
Aryna Sabalenka came under early pressure as she launched her bid for a third Australian Open title but the Belarusian clicked into gear and overpowered French wildcard Tiantsoa Rakotomanga Rajaonah 6-4 6-1 to reach the second round on Sunday. | The world number one arrived for the match at Rod Laver Arena as the firm favourite but found herself a break down after the opening game and looked troubled throughout the first set by the guile of left-hander Rakotomanga Rajaonah despite getting back on serve. | "I think I didn't start my best but she showed up, was fired up and she was playing great. It was a tricky…
(2026-01-18). LIVE: Senegal vs Morocco — AFCON final. aljazeera.com Follow our live build-up, with team news coverage, ahead of our text commentary stream of the 2025 AFCON final in Rabat.
(2026-01-18). President Trump Meets the NYT: "I don't need International Law. I'm not Looking to Hurt Anyone." globalresearch.ca As any Trump-watcher might agree, the President has little real understanding of international law's application to global peace and civil order…
(2026-01-18). The past year has seen an unprecedented displacement of Palestinian communities in the West Bank. mondoweiss.net 
In 2025, Israeli settlers, backed by the army, displaced rural Palestinian communities in the West Bank at unprecedented rates. It is part of Israel's escalating strategy to take control of as much of the territory as possible.
(2026-01-18). Give Carte Blanche Support to Trump's Psychotic Foreign Policy. fightbackbetter.com Lets cut to the chase — in this vote 3 NJ Democrats voted NO — Bonnie Watson Coleman, Lamonica McIver and Robert Menendez Jr.- GOOD! | The other 5 — Gottheimer, Pallone, Conaway, Pou and Norcross voted YAY. They voted for the Republican sponsored 188 Republicans and 153 Democrats voted for it; 57 Democrats and 22 Republicans voted against it. | Please read fu…
(2026-01-18). ANKOLE REGION: Thirteen Incumbents Lose Seats. independent.co.ug 
Mbarara, Uganda | URN | At least thirteen incumbent Members of Parliament in the Ankole sub-region lost their seats in the 2026 general elections, marking a major political shake-up across several districts. In Mbarara City, Mbarara City North MP Robert Mwesigwa Rukaari lost his seat to Christopher Bakashaba following a closely contested race. Rukaari, who …
(2026-01-18). Syria army tightens grip on Raqa. tribune.com.pk 
Syria's army took control of swathes of northern Syria and threatened to bomb parts of Raqa province on Saturday after Kurdish forces pulled back from territory they had held for over a decade. | The government appeared to be seeking to extend its grip on parts of the country under Kurdish control a day after President Ahmed al-Sharaa issued a decree declaring Kurdish a "national language" and granting the minority official recognition. | The Kurds have said the move fell short of their aspirations. | The army drove Kurdish forces from two Aleppo neighbourhoods last week and took control of an area east of the…
(2026-01-18). Why 2026 Could Be the Most Lucrative Year in Climate History. thinktank.pk 
In a world where climate change is no longer a distant threat but a daily reality, 2026 presents a pivotal year for innovation, adaptation, and growth. While global emissions targets loom large—with the urgent need to slash carbon output by half before 2030 to cap warming at 1.5 ∞C—smart businesses, governments, and individuals can turn challenges …
(2026-01-18). Ukrainian Drone Attacks Against Kazakhstan's Oil Export Lifeline Advance Strategic Goals. globalresearch.ca Continued strikes across 2026 could lead to protracted disruptions that greatly reduce Kazakhstan's budgetary revenue and result in social spending slashes for next year, which could prompt protests that spiral out of control just like January 2022's one did for …
(2026-01-18). Hosts Morocco ready for battle with Senegal in AFCON final. newarab.com 
The The match kicks off at 1900 GMT at the Prince Moulay Abdellah Stadium in Rabat, where almost all of the crowd of 69,000 will be backing a Morocco side captained by African player of the year Achraf Hakimi. | The first AFCON ever to start in one year and end in…
(2026-01-18). Wednesday 1/28: Stand with Rebels & Against U.S.-Israel War Threats/Moves on Iran. indybay.org UUSF 1187 Franklin St. | San Francisco, California…
(2026-01-18). Running out of water — and time. tribune.com.pk 
At sunrise, 38-year-old Fatima from the Kulanch area of District Gwadar begins her daily one-kilometre walk to a communal water tank, carrying three empty jerry cans. "Some days I return with water," she says quietly, "Some days I return with tears." Her struggle reflects the reality of thousands across Balochistan, where the 2024—2025 drought has intensified, turning daily life into a relentless battle for survival. With rainfall at historic lows and groundwater levels declining at alarming rates, the province is experiencing one of its most severe water crises in decades. | According to geologist and wa…
(2026-01-18). Israel seizes swathes of Palestinian land in West Bank. newarab.com 
The According to reports, the government seized around 700 dunams of land. Hebrew-language paper Yedioth Aharonoth confirmed the land grab, stating: "A few days ago, 695 dunams were taken to establish a new neighbourho…
(2026-01-18). U.S. firm seeks control over Iron Dome maker at $200m valuation. haaretz.com The proposed acquisition would hand Ondas a majority stake in mPrest, whose technology is critical to Iron Dome's operation and subject to Israeli defense approval…
(2026-01-18). Japan pulls diplomats from Iran amid Khamenei regime collapse fears | Trump. hindustantimes.com Japan began evacuating some embassy staff from Tehran on January 17, becoming the third U.S. ally after the UK and New Zealand to scale back its diplomatic presence amid rising instability in Iran. Tokyo also urged its citizens to leave Iran and issued travel advisories for Gulf states hosting U.S. military bases. The pullback comes as Iran reels from deadly protests and as Washington warns of possible regime collapse, citing capital flight by Iran's elite. The widening diplomatic retreat is fueling questions over regional security and whether allies are losing confidence amid Trump's shifting posture on a potent…
(2026-01-18). Trump announces 10% tariffs on eight European nations over Greenland. geo.tv 
Seagulls fly over the old city of Nuuk, Greenland, March 29, 2025. — ReutersTariffs will stay until US buys Greenland: Trump.European nations reiterate support for Denmark.UK PM Starmer terms US move "completely wrong".
(2026-01-18). 10 big things about China you should not miss (Jan. 11- Jan. 17). ecns.cn China beat Australia 1-0 in its Group D match on Jan. 11, and drew with Thailand 0-0 in its last Group D match at the 2026 AFC U23 Asian Cup on Jan. 14 in Saudi Arabia's Riyadh, advancing to the knockout stage for the first time.
(2026-01-18). Morocco ready for battle with Mane's Senegal in AFCON final. tribune.com.pk 
The Africa Cup of Nations reaches its climax on Sunday with a final showdown between the continent's two leading footballing powerhouses as hosts Morocco look to win the title for the first time in 50 years when they take on Sadio Mane's Senegal. | The match kicks off at 1900 GMT at the Prince Moulay Abdellah Stadium in Rabat, where almost all of the crowd of 69,000 will be backing a Morocco side captained by African player of the year Achraf Hakimi. | The first AFCON ever to start in one year and end in another could be the second in a row to be won by the host nation, with the Atlas Lions aiming to follow in…
(2026-01-18). Arteta rues missed chances after Forest draw. tribune.com.pk 
Arsenal increased their lead at the top of the Premier League table following a scoreless draw with Nottingham Forest on Saturday, but it was a bittersweet result for their manager Mikel Arteta. | Manchester City had earlier slumped to a 2-0 defeat by Manchester United, giving Arsenal the opportunity to open up a nine-point gap, but they could not find the back of the net against Forest. | "We came here to win the game, and again, we haven't managed to do that, and credit to them, the manner that they are organised," Arteta told broadcaster TNT. | "When you have the four big chances that we have with (Gabriel)…
(2026-01-18). The World Economic Forum Outlines Its New Economy and Society. globalresearch.ca According to the World Economic Forum's Report released January 2026, the upcoming meeting on the 18th will highlight instability via: Geoeconomic confrontation, state-based armed conflict, extreme weather events, and societal polarization. Economic risks are intensifying and will do so …
(2026-01-18). president warns any U.S. attack on Supreme Leader Khamenei would mean. haaretz.com President Pezeshkian's threat comes after Trump hinted at regime change in an interview with Politico, calling for 'new leadership in Iran'…
(2026-01-18). Thousands march in France to back Iranian protesters. tribune.com.pk 
Thousands of people rallied in France on Saturday in a show of support for demonstrators in Iran risking their lives to demand an end to theocratic rule. | The protests in Iran over past weeks are the largest since the "Woman, Life, Freedom" street movement in 2022-2023, sparked by the death in custody of an Iranian Kurdish woman arrested for allegedly not following a required dress code. | "Woman, Life, Freedom," chanted marchers in the French capital, some holding portraits of deceased Iranian protesters. | "Death to Khamenei," cried some, in reference to 86-year-old supreme leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei.
(2026-01-18). Milwaukee Stand With Minneapolis January 23, 2026 Protest. wibailoutpeople.org 
(2026-01-18). AI Can Make The Dead Talk Why This Doesn't Comfort Us. menafn.com (MENAFN – The Conversation) For as long as humans have buried their dead, they've dreamed of keeping them close. The ancient Fayum portraits those stunningly lifelike images wrapped in Egyptian …
(2026-01-18). Iraqi army fully takes over key base following US withdrawal. newarab.com 
(2026-01-18). Monday 1/19: Sacramento: 44th Annual MLK March For The Dream. indybay.org Starting Points: | Oak Park Community Center (Extra Mile – 8: 00 AM): | 3425 Martin Luther King Jr Blvd, Sacramento, CA 95817 | Parking available at the community center and surrounding streets. | Sacramento City College (Main March – 8: 30 AM): | 3835 Freeport Boulevard, Sacramento, CA 95822 | Parking available on campus. Arrive early for best spots! | EXPO and Main Stage Speakers | SAFE Credit Union Convention Center (Expo Only – 10: 00 AM): | 1400 J Street, Sacramento, CA 95814…
(2026-01-18). Nic Johnson: What The Thunder Said. newleftreview.org Nic Johnson on Melinda Cooper, Counterrevolution. Neoliberalism as programme to head off the radical potential of the Keynesian state.
(2026-01-18). Ryan Ruby: Wikipedia and the Novel. newleftreview.org Derogatory references to wiki-novels abound in contemporary literary criticism, as authors parade their characters' pseudo-erudition. But might these be signs of an iPhone era 'regime of perception'? Dazzling reconsideration of the relation between the novel and the encyclopaedia, from Sterne and Melville to Rachel Kushner and Sally Rooney.
(2026-01-18). Ramadan 2026: List of Imams to lead Taraweeh at Makkah Grand Mosque. ummid.com The Presidency of The Two Holy Mosques today i.e. January 13, 2026 released the list of 7 Imams who will lead the Taraweeh Prayers at the Grand Mosque at Makkah (Masjid al Haram) during the Holy Month of Ramadan 1447H.
(2026-01-18). MOC: China, Europe resolving EV case marks a significant step. ecns.cn China and the European Union have resolved the electric vehicle case in accordance with World Trade Organization rules and on the basis of mutual respect, a move of significant positive importance, the Ministry of Commerce said on Thursday.
(2026-01-18). Live: Malegaon Corporation Election Result 2026. ummid.com The Maharashtra State Election Commission officials are set to hold counting of votes in Malegaon for the Municipal Corporation (Malegaon Mahanagar Palika) Election today i.e. Friday January 16, 2026.
(2026-01-18). The India I knew and The India I am living in. ummid.com Born and brought up in a typical Hindu home, where never was heard a word of hatred against other faiths; I am not able to relate to the present-day philosophy and practice of Hindutva.
(2026-01-18). Big cargo drone aces elevated test flight>. ecns.cn A new large cargo drone model successfully completed a transprovincial test flight over plateau regions, demonstrating its ability to operate in extreme high-altitude conditions, its developer said.
(2026-01-18). Libya authorities free more than 200 migrants from 'secret prison'. newarab.com 
Libya's security authorities have freed more than 200 migrants from what they described as a secret prison in the town of Kufra in the southeast of the country after they were held captive in inhuman conditions, two security sources from the city told Reuters on Sunday. | The security sources said authorities had found an underground prison which, according to these sources, was run by a Libyan human trafficker | One of the sources said this person had not yet been detained. | "Some of the freed migrants were held captive up to two years in the underground cells," this source said. | The other source said what th…
(2026-01-18). Libya to sign $2.7 bln partnership to expand Misrata free zone. newarab.com 
Libya will on Sunday sign a strategic partnership with international firms to expand and develop the Misrata Free Zone, attracting an estimated $2.7 billion in investment, Prime Minister The agreements, which would be signed with Qatari, Italian and Swiss companies, would help the project generate operating revenues estimated at around $500 million annually. | "This project not only enhances Libya's position among the region's largest ports in terms of size and capacity, but it also relies on direct foreign investm…
(2026-01-18). Where Empires March, the Peoples of the World Organize. globalresearch.ca The historical moment we are living through does not allow for neutrality or hesitation.
(2026-01-18). Cédric Durand: Michel Aglietta. newleftreview.org A tribute to the founder of the Parisian Regulation School of heterodox economics, with its striking combination of elite statistical training, rich conceptualizations and long-range economic history. Michel Aglietta's singular trajectory traced from radicalization in Algeria and 1960s Marxism to studies of China and green modelling.
(2026-01-18). Carrick magic dents Man City Premier League bid. tribune.com.pk 
Michael Carrick made a flying start to life as Manchester United boss against Manchester City on Saturday but Premier League leaders Arsenal missed a chance to pull nine points clear. | Sorry Tottenham slipped to defeat against relegation-threatened West Ham, further increasing the pressure on beleaguered boss Thomas Frank, while Liverpool were held to a 1-1 draw by lowly Burnley. | Carrick's first game of his second temporary spell in charge of the Red Devils could barely have gone better in a dominant 2-0 win at Old Trafford. | The former United midfielder was appointed as head coach until the end of the cam…
(2026-01-18). Asteroid 2005 UK1 to fly within 0.08 AU of Earth Today. ummid.com Asteroid 2005 UK1, nicknamed nickname planet killer because of its huge size, will fly within 0.08 astronomical units AU, or sun-Earth distances) of Earth today i.e. Monday January 12, 2026.
(2026-01-18). Trump and drug lords hand in hand. indybay.org JOH was arrested shortly after the Conservatives were voted out by Xiomara Castro in 2021 and extradited under then-US President Joe Biden to a court in Miami, which sentenced him to 45 years in prison for smuggling 400 tons of cocaine and countless heavy weapons into the US. He is now free again, but must fear being re-arrested at any time if he leaves the US.
(2026-01-18). Be The Sky – An Interview with Tenzin Choegyal. indybay.org Audio interview with Tibetan musician and performer Tenzin Choegyal on his new album (2025) with Philip Glass titled "Be The Sky." This interview was originally broadcast on "Transformation Highway" with John Malkin on KZSC 88.1 FM / kzsc.org in December, 2025.
(2026-01-18). Moroccan diplomacy: The Post-unipolar era of global change. moderndiplomacy.eu By 2026, the global system is undergoing critical changes, marked by political uncertainty, economic fears, and security concerns. The idea of a unipolar world, which seemed dominant before, is slowly declining, making way for a clearer picture of a multipolar order in which decision-making power is shared among both classical and new global players. Amid …
(2026-01-18). Wednesday 2/4: Christians in Palestine: an In-Person Dialogue with Mother Agapia Stephanopoulos. indybay.org Morgan Hill Community and Cultural Center | 17000 Monterey Rd, Morgan Hill CA 95037…
(2026-01-18). Trump's Protectionism Backfires: US Allies Seek Refuge in Chinese Markets. thinktank.pk In an era of escalating global tensions, Donald Trump's return to the White House has ushered in a wave of unpredictable trade measures that are reshaping international alliances. From a European perspective, these policies—marked by high tariffs and arbitrary threats—threaten to undermine decades of transatlantic cooperation while inadvertently bolstering China's influence. As nations scramble to …
(2026-01-18). Beijing hosts ice lantern art festival to boost immersive cultural tourism. ecns.cn The 40th Longqing Gorge Ice Lantern Art Festival opened in Beijing Thursday. The festival is themed "Legends of Longqing Gorge: A Tribute to the Classics," looking back on four decades of ice-and-snow cultural tourism development.
(2026-01-18). Inquiry ordered into Karachi terminal fire. tribune.com.pk 
Federal Minister for Maritime Affairs Muhammad Junaid Anwar Chaudhry has constituted an inquiry committee to investigate the cause of a fire at the Karachi International Container Terminal (KICT) and to fix responsibility to prevent similar incidents in the future. | According to a statement issued on Saturday, the committee will comprise senior officers from the Karachi Port Trust (KPT), who will coordinate with KICT operators to determine the reasons for the incident. The minister said KICT is a private terminal and that primary responsibility for safety measures rests with its administration. | Following me…
(2026-01-18). The politics and possibility of archives in Pakistan. tribune.com.pk 
(2026-01-18). New far-right hate group formed in Northern Ireland. thecanary.co 
A new racist and Islamophobic organisation has formed in the north coast region of Northern Ireland, centred primarily in Coleraine. It was founded in December 2025 by current chairperson 'Dan Grundlé', and goes by the name One Northern Ireland Voice (ONIV). They are not shy about their hatred of Muslims, using the subheading "Protecting Our […] | By
(2026-01-18). Delco Gives to return for year 3. It is Delaware County's largest day of philanthropy. whyy.org From Delco to Chesco and Montco to Bucks, what about life in Philly's suburbs do you want WHYY News to cover? Delaware County's largest day of nonprofit fundraising is coming back for year three. | Hosted by the "We're just really excited because data and now our experience shows that community philanthropy can be really contagious in a good way," said M…
(2026-01-18). Pakistan: Six Dead in Major Karachi Shopping Mall Fire. moderndiplomacy.eu Firefighters in Karachi, Pakistan, are battling a large fire that has killed six people and damaged a shopping mall. The blaze broke out on Saturday night at Gul Plaza, with rescue services alerted at 10: 38 p.m. Flames quickly spread from ground floor shops to the upper levels. Videos captured the intense flames while local store …
(2026-01-18). Robert Wandwasi falls as Mbale incumbents lose seats. independent.co.ug 
Mbale, Uganda | URN | Three incumbent Members of Parliament in Mbale District have lost their seats following the just-concluded parliamentary elections. The affected legislators include Robert Wandwasi, the Bungokho South MP, who was defeated by Geofrey Wokuri, the National Resistance Movement (NRM) flag bearer. Wandwasi polled 7,527 votes against Wokuri's 16,610. Other candidates in …
(2026-01-18). The Problem with 'Peer Review'. wattsupwiththat.com The truth of 'peer review' was that it was the means by which bureaucratic controls were imposed, indeed, self-imposed, on intellectual activity. That is it.
(2026-01-18). Monday 1/19: Santa Cruz: Annual MLK March For The Dream – Defend Democracy & Civil Rights. indybay.org Gather: Black Lives Matter Mural | Santa Cruz City Hall | 809 Center Street | Santa Cruz | Post-March Event: Center Street and Church St.
(2026-01-18). Kruger National Park relief fund to help rebuild popular park. sanews.gov.za Kruger National Park relief fund to help rebuild popular park | Government has announced the establishment of the Kruger Relief Fund to assist efforts to rebuild the Kruger National Park after heavy rainfall damaged the popular tourist destination. | Limpopo and Mpumalanga — where the park is situated — have been battered by persistent rainfall and subsequent flooding over the past week with loss of life and infrastructure damage reported. | "I am pleased to announce that SANParks have committed to establishing the Kruger Relief Fund to help with rebuilding efforts, emergency supplies and any other ne…
(2026-01-18). Tuesday 1/20: Felton: "Free America" Rally & Walkout. indybay.org Highway 9 & Graham Hill Road, Felton…
(2026-01-18). Paul Mwiru back as NUP wins 8 seats in Busoga. independent.co.ug 
Jinja, Uganda | URN | The National Unity Platform (NUP) has expanded its parliamentary presence in the Busoga sub-region, winning eight seats compared to just one in the previous term. The incumbent Jinja City Woman Member of Parliament, Manjeri Kyebakutika, had previously been the lone NUP MP from the sub-region. The newly elected NUP-sponsored MPs …
(2026-01-18). Red-state Republicans seek climate 'liability shield' for fossil fuel industry. grist.org 
U.S. lawmakers in two red states are attempting to shield the fossil fuel industry from climate liability. | In Oklahoma, a newly introduced bill would bar most civil lawsuits against oil companies over their role in the climate crisis, unless plaintiffs allege violations of specific environmental or labor laws. A similar proposal in Utah would block lawsuits over climate-warming emissions, unless a court finds the defendant violated a statute or permit. | "I think anyone in America who breathes the air around them and also believes in corporate accountability ought to be very concerned about these types of en…
(2026-01-18). Varabei second in 15km mass start at Russian Biathlon Championships in Demino. eng.belta.by Belarusian biathlete Maksim Varabei has secured second place in the men's 15 km mass start at the third stage of the 2026 Russian Biathlon Championships in Demino, Yaroslavl Oblast, BelTA has learned.
(2026-01-18). Traditional Dai medicine's gentle solution for neck and back pain. ecns.cn "My neck hurts so much I can't even turn my head. Patches and massages didn't work. Can you help?" said Mr. Wang, 48, who came into our clinic in December with severe neck pain.
(2026-01-18). China, Canada eye new partnership. ecns.cn China and Canada look to a "new strategic partnership" amid growing geopolitical fragmentation, as President Xi Jinping met with Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney in Beijing on Friday.
(2026-01-18). Analyst: Ukraine talks hinge on frontline situation and peace deal bargaining. eng.belta.by According to the political observer, the negotiations could take several more months. He believes that the more the West is distracted by its own problems, the more promising the situation appears.
(2026-01-18). Bahati on list of 9 incumbents beaten in Kigezi. independent.co.ug 
Rukungiri, Uganda | URN | The number of incumbent Members of Parliament who have lost their seats in the general election in the Kigezi region has risen to nine. Among the latest casualties is Naboth Namanya, the People's Front for Freedom (PFF) flag bearer and incumbent Member of Parliament for Rubabo County in Rukungiri District, …
(2026-01-18). Why Doesn't the King Rule in Australia? tribune.com.pk 
It is never easy to step out of your comfort zone. You don't really know how talented you might be until you bring change within yourself or explore new paths. Perhaps you could achieve greater success but there's a certain fear that holds you back: What if I fail? You fear losing even what you already have. So, many people choose to settle for what they've got. | Maybe that's why the growth of some talented individuals eventually stops. Of course, financial or personal factors make taking risks even harder. But if we look at the most successful people, most of them are those who did step out of their comfort…
(2026-01-18). Sunday 1/25: Education Panel: AI, Techno-Fascism & Labor. indybay.org Bernal Heights Library | 500 Cortland St. | San Francisco…
(2026-01-18). Live: Maharashtra Corporation Election Result 2026. ummid.com The Maharashtra State Election Commission is set to hold counting of votes in Mumbai and 28 other Municipal Corporations of the state today i.e. Friday January 16, 2026.
(2026-01-18). China urges fugitives linked to Chen Zhi crime syndicate to surrender. ecns.cn China's Ministry of Public Security on Thursday issued a notice urging fugitives linked to the Chen Zhi criminal syndicate to voluntarily surrender to authorities.
(2026-01-18). My Belarus expo surpasses 200,000 visitors. Here's why you should see it. eng.belta.by A distinctive atmosphere of national pride and creative inspiration now fills the very heart of Minsk. At the Minsk International Exhibition Center, the large-scale project My Belarus has been underway for almost a month, having united hundreds of unique exhibits.
(2026-01-18). 11 gang members surrender in Rajanpur's Katcha as police target Umrani gang. tribune.com.pk 
At least 11 highly wanted and dangerous members of the Umrani gang surrendered to police following a large-scale operation against criminal elements in the katcha areas of Rajanpur, police said on Sunday. | Rajanpur police carried out a targeted operation in the Katcha Umrani, Sukhani and Katcha Karachi areas, employing modern technology, including drones, to shell the hideouts of the criminals. | According to a Punjab Police spokesperson, the operation led to the surrender of 11 key members of the Umrani gang. The hideouts and bunkers of the dacoits were destroyed, while the surrendered suspects handed over h…
(2026-01-18). South Korean former leader gets 5-year jail. ecns.cn South Korea's former president Yoon Suk-yeol was sentenced on Friday to five years in prison in a case related to his failed martial law bid in late 2024, marking the first verdict in eight cases he is facing.
(2026-01-18). Redrawing Muslim Politics: AIMIM's Rise and SP's Fall in Maharashtra. ummid.com Beneath the BJP victory in Maharashtra civic polls lies a more consequential story: The decline of the Samajwadi Party (SP) and the steady rise of Asaduddin Owaisi-led AIMIM as the principal Muslim political force in Maharashtra's urban politics.
(2026-01-18). Lookman gives Nigeria third place. tribune.com.pk 
Ademola Lookman converted the spot-kick that gave Nigeria a 4-2 penalty shoot-out victory over Egypt after a 0-0 draw on Saturday in the Africa Cup of Nations third place play-off. | Victory for the Super Eagles in Casablanca followed the disappointment of losing shoot-outs that cost them chances to compete at the 2026 World Cup and in the 2025 AFCON final. | Nigeria lost on penalties to the Democratic Republic of Congo last November in a play-off for a place in the World Cup intercontinental play-offs. | Then, three days ago, they lost another shoot-out to fail against hosts Morocco in an AFCON semi-final.
(2026-01-18). Old dogs and new disorders. tribune.com.pk 
If you ever doubted that the pet industry had become a mirror of modern human absurdity, the series Old Dog, New Tricks [originally called Animal] will reassure you that you are spot on. | The Spanish comedy, starring the irresistible curmudgeon Luis Zahera (the adorable but morally ambiguous police officer of Wrong Side of The Tracks), takes place in that soft spot between satire and sincerity. It is about a grumpy farm veterinarian forced by circumstances to take a job at a big-box pet store, treating neurotic animals and their even more neurotic owners. But really, it's about us humans who've turned our pet…
(2026-01-18). JEE Main 2026: No exam for West Bengal students on January 23. ummid.com The National Testing Agency (NTA) has said the students of West Bengal appearing in JEE Main 2026 on January 23, 2026 will be allotted different slots.
(2026-01-18). Support for total ban on alcohol use for drivers. sanews.gov.za Support for total ban on alcohol use for drivers | Parliament's Portfolio Committee on Transport has thrown its support behind Minister of Transport, Barbara Creecy's call to ban any level of alcohol consumption for drivers. | Earlier this week, Creecy released the festive season road statistics and called for zero tolerance for drinking and driving. | It is currently a criminal offense to exceed the limit of 0.05g/100ml concentration of alcohol in blood or 0.24mg/1000ml breath for general drivers while stricter limits of 0.02g/100ml blood or 0.10mg/1000ml breath are in place for professional drivers. | "The comm…
(2026-01-18). Watch: Israeli journalist's report exposes terror tactics used on Palestinian abductees. thecanary.co 
A special report by Israeli journalist Yossi Eli has exposed the terror tactics Israel uses on Palestinians abducted and held without charge in 'administrative detention'. Video footage shows captors terrorising the political prisoners in the middle of the night in the 'Rakifet' underground prison. In the clip, prisoners are forced to lie bound, face-down, as […] | By
(2026-01-18). FAST reveals insights into cosmic signals. ecns.cn An aerial photo taken on Friday shows China's Five-hundred-meter Aperture Spherical radio Telescope, or FAST, under maintenance, in Guizhou province.This marks the first time globally that scientists have captured the evolutionary process of such a burst, aiding in narrowing down the long-debated origins of these brief yet powerful cosmic signals.
(2026-01-18). Authorities urged to prepare as cold wave hits Central China. ecns.cn China's national disaster prevention, reduction and relief commission on Sunday evening activated a Level IV emergency response — the lowest in its four-tier system — to address rising risks from low temperatures, snow and ice in Anhui, Henan, Hunan and Guizhou provinces.
(2026-01-18). AFCON 2025 Final: Morocco, Senegal faceoff on Sunday Jan 18. ummid.com Morocco defeated Nigeria, and Senegal trounced Egypt to reach the AFCON 2025 (Africa Cup of Nations) Final to be played at the Prince Moulay Abdellah Stadium in Rabat, Morocco Sunday January 18, 2026.
(2026-01-18). Friday 1/23: Virtual Action Hour for Palestine. indybay.org Zoom | afsc.org/events/action-hour-palestine…
(2026-01-18). Trump's Greenland bid might force EU to stop placating him and fight back. scmp.com US President Donald Trump's fixation on Greenland offers an ice-cold reminder to leaders in Europe and abroad: no deal is ever final. | Trump announced a 10 per cent tariff, rising to 25 per cent in June, on eight European nations, including Denmark, for saying they would undertake token Nato military exercises in Greenland in response to US sabre-rattling.
(2026-01-18). "Abolish ICE" Is More Popular Than Ever. How Will Democrats Drop the Ball This Time. theintercept.com 
Establishment Democrats are rejecting an increasingly popular position by refusing to take a bold stance that happens to be good politics.
(2026-01-18). Global Vigils For Closure Of Guantánamo On The 24th Anniversary. popularresistance.org Between Saturday January 10 and Monday January 12, an impressive 18 vigils for the closure of the "war on terror" prison at Guantánamo Bay took place across the US and around the world, marking the 24th anniversary of the opening of the prison, with a 19th taking place on January 15. | Eleven of these vigils were by campaigners who have been taking part in the monthly coordinated "First Wednesday" global vigils that I initiated three years ago, and that have been taking place every month ever since. | Seven of these are at locations in the US — outside the White House in Washington, D.C., in New York, San F…
(2026-01-18). Sunday 1/18: Memorial for Iran. indybay.org This Sunday, at 4: 30 PM, we will gather in Washington Square Park for a peaceful candlelight memorial in solidarity with the people of Iran. This gathering is not a protest or political rally, but a space for remembrance — honoring the tens of thousands of lives lost for demanding freedom, dignity, and justice. Through quiet presence, candles, and flowers, we come together to resist silence, acknowledge shared humanity, and affirm that these lives mattered.
(2026-01-18). Nalukoola Wins Kawempe North Constituency. independent.co.ug 
Kampala, Uganda | URN | The Kampala District Returning Officer, Rashid Hashakya, has officially declared Erias Nalukoola the winner of the Kawempe North parliamentary seat, securing more than 34,000 votes. Nalukoola, who contested on the National Unity Platform (NUP) ticket, once again defeated the National Resistance Movement's (NRM) Faridah Nambi by a margin of nearly …
(2026-01-18). Donald Trump's Chief of Staff Says He Has an 'Alcoholic's Personality' — But He Doesn't Drink. globalresearch.ca The woman who helped President Chief of staff …
(2026-01-18). Modi, Mamata Battle in Bengal is Not Political Alone. ummid.com What is happening in West Bengal during the last few days is more than RSS and BJP, the Saffron Ecosystem, simply trying to set a political narrative.
(2026-01-18). Global Vigils For Closure Of Guantánamo On The 24th Anniversary. popularresistance.org Between Saturday January 10 and Monday January 12, an impressive 18 vigils for the closure of the "war on terror" prison at Guantánamo Bay took place across the US and around the world, marking the 24th anniversary of the opening of the prison, with a 19th taking place on January 15. | Eleven of these vigils were by campaigners who have been taking part in the monthly coordinated "First Wednesday" global vigils that I initiated three years ago, and that have been taking place every month ever since. | Seven of these are at locations in the US — outside the White House in Washington, D.C., in New York, San F…
(2026-01-18). Monday 1/19: Oakland: 12th Annual March to Reclaim Radical Legacy. indybay.org Oscar Grant Plaza | Oakland (14th & Broadway)…
(2026-01-18). Sunday 3/1: The Other Film Screening and Conversation. indybay.org The New Parkway, 474 24th St, Oakland, CA 94612-2407…
(2026-01-18). Gene-Based RNA "Vaccines" Have Been Used in Our Food Supply Since 2012. globalresearch.ca Most Americans assume the "gene-based vaccine era" began with COVID-19. But few realize that a genetic vaccine platform has been deployed in food-producing animals for more than a decade—largely outside of public awareness or mainstream discussion. ; ⚪ To read this article …
(2026-01-18). WHYY Newscast for Sunday 10:00 a.m. whyy.org The latest local headlines from WHYY…
(2026-01-18). Julieta Caldas: Luxury without Grandeur. newleftreview.org The experience of the Frieze Art Fair in London, as sibling events sprout in New York, LA, Seoul, Abu Dhabi, under the ownership of an entertainment mogul. Commercial logics on display in a glaring, idea-less space, where artists function as generators of speculative capital.
(2026-01-18). Italy's PM Meloni calls Trump's Greenland tariffs on Europe a mistake. aljazeera.com Italy's PM Giorgia Meloni has criticised US President Donald Trump's pledge to impose tariffs on European countries.
(2026-01-18). Temple researchers hope to remove PFAS, microplastics with sustainable treatment method. whyy.org This story is part of the From the Poconos to the Jersey Shore to the mouth of the Delaware Bay, what do you want to know about climate change? What would you like us to cover? | Scientists from Temple University's College of Engineering are researching whether the use of air bubbles can remove toxic chemicals from surface water before it makes its way to people's taps. | The goal is to remove harmful PFAS chemicals and microplastic…
(2026-01-18). Military leader Doumbouya sworn in as Guinea's president. aljazeera.com Doumbouya was declared victor in the West African country's first election since he led the 2021 military takeover.
(2026-01-18). Xi calls for advancing building of China-Canada new strategic partnership. ecns.cn Xi called on both sides to increase efforts to promote cooperation and reduce the negative list, thereby strengthening the bond of shared interests through deeper and broader cooperation.Canada wishes to build with China a new strategic partnership that is strong and enduring so as to deliver greater benefits to the two peoples, Carney said.
(2026-01-18). Hospitalizados tres niños tras ataque del ICE en Minneapolis. cubadebate.cu La escena ocurrió la noche del 15 de enero, en Minneapolis. No fue una redada selectiva ni una operación quirúrgica. Fue un ataque indiscriminado. Un vehículo familiar, con seis menores dentro, quedó atrapado en una intervención del Servicio de Inmigración y Control de Aduanas de Estados Unidos, el ICE.
(2026-01-18). Colaboración académica une a universidades de Sancti Spíritus y Estados Unidos. cubadebate.cu La Universidad de Sancti Spíritus José Martí Pérez (UNISS) recibió una delegación de profesores y especialistas procedentes del Lehman College Bronx de Nueva York, Estados Unidos, con el objetivo de fortalecer los vínculos académicos y de cooperación a través del intercambio con sus homólogos espirituanos.
(2026-01-18). Mercosur y la Unión Europea firman histórico acuerdo tras 25 años de negociaciones. cubadebate.cu La capital paraguaya volvió a ser historia este sábado con la firma del acuerdo entre el Mercado Común del Sur (Mercosur) y la Unión Europea (UE) tras 25 años de negociaciones. La firma del tratado tuvo lugar en el Gran Teatro José Asunción Flores del Banco Central de Paraguay, donde se suscribió el Tratado de Asunción, texto fundacional del Mercosur, el 26 de marzo de 1991.
(2026-01-18). Hospitalizados tres niños tras ataque del ICE en Minneapolis. cubadebate.cu La escena ocurrió la noche del 15 de enero, en Minneapolis. No fue una redada selectiva ni una operación quirúrgica. Fue un ataque indiscriminado. Un vehículo familiar, con seis menores dentro, quedó atrapado en una intervención del Servicio de Inmigración y Control de Aduanas de Estados Unidos, el ICE.
(2026-01-18). Mercosur y la Unión Europea firman histórico acuerdo tras 25 años de negociaciones. cubadebate.cu La capital paraguaya volvió a ser historia este sábado con la firma del acuerdo entre el Mercado Común del Sur (Mercosur) y la Unión Europea (UE) tras 25 años de negociaciones. La firma del tratado tuvo lugar en el Gran Teatro José Asunción Flores del Banco Central de Paraguay, donde se suscribió el Tratado de Asunción, texto fundacional del Mercosur, el 26 de marzo de 1991.
(2026-01-18). Ukraine Attacks Kazakh Ship in the Black Sea. globalresearch.ca On January 14th, a Kazakh oil tanker was struck by two Ukrainian drones in the Black Sea. | The incident generated significant repercussions and diplomatic unease, but it was not an isolated episode. | The case is part of a wave of …
(2026-01-18). SA to showcase investment potential at World Economic Forum. sanews.gov.za SA to showcase investment potential at World Economic Forum | A delegation of South African Ministers will showcase the country's economic progress, reform momentum and investment potential at the World Economic Forum (WEF) in Davos, Switzerland next week. | The forum will be held from Monday to 23 January 2026 under the theme: "A Spirit of Dialogue". | South Africa's delegation to the economic gathering includes Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana, Minister of International Relations and Cooperation Ronald Lamola, Electricity and Energy Minister Dr Kgosientsho Ramokgopa, Minister of Tourism Patricia de Lille and S…
(2026-01-18). Consejo de Defensa Nacional efectúa sesión de trabajo. cubadebate.cu Este sábado se reunió el Consejo de Defensa Nacional para analizar y aprobar los planes y medidas del paso al Estado de Guerra, como parte de la preparación del país bajo la concepción estratégica de la Guerra de todo el Pueblo.
(2026-01-18). La Tira de los Lectores: Orgullo cubano. cubadebate.cu Hace unos días la convocamos, y hoy regresa La Tira de los Lectores, para mostrar el orgullo cubano en fotos. En la mayoría de las imágenes llegadas a nuestra redacción resalta la bandera de la estrella solitaria, símbolo sagrado de los hijos de esta tierra.
(2026-01-18). Expulsión de menores mexicanos de EEUU alcanzó una media de 33 al día en el último año. cubadebate.cu Según datos del Instituto Nacional de Migración de México, durante la última década (2015-2025), se registraron un total de 126.392 eventos de devolución de niñas, niños y adolescentes connacionales no acompañados desde Estados Unidos.
(2026-01-18). Real Madrid overcome Bernabeu boos to record Arbeloa's first win. tribune.com.pk 
Angry Real Madrid fans jeered their own team before they went on to beat Levante 2-0 in La Liga on Saturday to record new coach Alvaro Arbeloa's first win at the helm. | Villarreal, third, stumbled to a 2-0 defeat at Real Betis, hampering their attempts at mounting a title challenge. | Arbeloa's debut after replacing Xabi Alonso ended in a humiliating Copa del Rey defeat in midweek at second-tier Albacete, but second-half goals from Kylian Mbappe and Raul Asencio secured Madrid three vital points at a moody Santiago Bernabeu. | Second-place Madrid cut the gap on leaders Barcelona to one point before the in-for…
(2026-01-18). Sera Jey Tibetan Buddhist Monastery welcomes Contra Costa County Supervisor John Gioia. indybay.org In January 2026, the Venerable Monks and the Tibetan Community who gathered at Sera Jey Tibetan Buddhist Monastery in El Cerrito, California welcomed Contra Costa County Supervisor John Gioia…
(2026-01-18). María Haro Sly: Sprawl as Subject. newleftreview.org María Haro Sly on Carlos Pagni, El Nudo. The Buenos Aires periphery as a political subject, from the early workers' movement to Javier Milei.
(2026-01-18). Friday 1/30: The Settlers: Documentary Screening + Q&A. indybay.org Hillside Community Church, 1422 Navellier Street, El Cerrito…
(2026-01-18). María Haro Sly: Sprawl as Subject. newleftreview.org María Haro Sly on Carlos Pagni, El Nudo. The Buenos Aires periphery as a political subject, from the early workers' movement to Javier Milei.
(2026-01-18). Labor Community Members Demand an End to 287g in Kenosha! Stop ICE! Stop La Migra! wibailoutpeople.org 