(2026-01-12). Headlines for January 12, 2026. democracynow.org Over 500 Protesters Killed in Demonstrations in Iran, Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu Expresses Support for Iranian Protesters as Israel Continues to Strike Gaza, Anti-ICE Protests Spread Nationwide Following the Fatal Shooting of Renee Good, ICE Agent's Cellphone Video Shows the Minutes Before Renee Good Was Killed, NYT: Venezuela's Interim President Requests U.S. Help to Seize Rogue Oil Tanker, Nobel Institute Rejects Offer by Venezuelan Opposition Figure Machado to Share Peace Prize with Trump, Trump Threatens Cuba to "Make a Deal Before It's Too Late", Denmark's Prime Mini…
(2026-01-12). Iran Great Exiled son of last shah courts backing. haaretz.com Iran's former Crown Prince Reza Pahlavi has lived in exile for nearly 50 years. In 1979, millions of Iranians took to the streets and forced the former Shah, his father, from power. 'People are calling on me to step in and lead this transition,' he said in an interview on Fox News. 'I will be back soon'…
(2026-01-12). Israel instructed 'not to comment' on ongoing Iran protests. newarab.com 
This comes amid fears in Israeli circles that any declaration of support for the demonstrators "could harm the movement," The New Arab's Arabic language sister site Al-Araby Al-Jadeed repo…
(2026-01-12). Israel signs security pact with Germany, cites Iran threat. newarab.com 
Israel and Germany signed a security pact Sunday to expand cooperation on counterterrorism and cyber defence, "Iran and its proxies ⚪ Hezbollah, Hamas and the Houthis ⚪ threaten not only Israel but also regional stability and international security," a statement from Netanyahu's office said. | "The declaration signed today anchors deep cooperation with Germany in the fields of cyber security, counterterrorism and a…
(2026-01-12). Resurfaced Israeli newspaper report confirms Israel AI behind push to restore Iran monarchy. thecanary.co 
A report in the Israeli Haaretz newspaper has resurfaced that showed Israel have been using AI deep-fakes and other disinformation to create the supposed push for the restoration of the Pahlavi monarchy in Iran. US administration and media, eagerly supported by their enablers in the UK and other Western states, have been pushing claims of […] | By
(2026-01-12). Explained: US, Israeli Support to Protesters in Iran. ummid.com We must understand that many of the economic problems due to which the people are protesting have arisen in the first place due to various unjust policies adopted towards Iran by the USA led by President Trump.
(2026-01-12). Israel sees Red flags in Iran after Trump's controversial message? Netanyahu admits 'close watch'. hindustantimes.com Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said Israel is closely monitoring the unfolding protests in Iran, voicing strong support for Iranian demonstrators and condemning what he described as the mass killing of civilians. His remarks come amid escalating tensions, with Iranian officials warning of retaliation against Israel and U.S. targets if Iran is attacked, while nationwide protests driven by economic hardship continue and U.S. President Donald Trump signals possible intervention.
(2026-01-12). Irán convoca a marchas masivas de Solidaridad Nacional, Paz y Amistad. cubadebate.cu Irán se prepara para manifestaciones multitudinarias en varias ciudades, con llamados a la unidad y rechazo a la injerencia de Estados Unidos e "Israel".
(2026-01-12). Irán convoca a marchas masivas de Solidaridad Nacional, Paz y Amistad. cubadebate.cu Irán se prepara para manifestaciones multitudinarias en varias ciudades, con llamados a la unidad y rechazo a la injerencia de Estados Unidos e "Israel".
(2026-01-12). Venezuela, Iran & Nigeria: Trump's foreign policy blitz & what it means for India amid tariff row. hindustantimes.com Donald Trump's military blitz in Venezuela and Nigeria, with speculation that Iran may be next, is reshaping the global oil market and weaponising tariffs. In this episode of Point Blank, HT's Shishir Gupta decodes how his strategy could control world energy prices, strain Indo‚ÄëUS ties, and why India is quietly hedging with Russian oil, Europe, and new trade deals.
(2026-01-12). Trump Weighs Tough Action as Iran Crackdown Intensifies. moderndiplomacy.eu President Donald Trump said the United States is considering a range of strong responses to Iran's violent crackdown on nationwide protests, including possible military action, while also signalling openness to negotiations with Tehran. The unrest, sparked by rising prices in late December, has evolved into one of the most serious challenges to Iran's clerical leadership …
(2026-01-12). Trump warns of "very strong options" amid Iran unrest. aljazeera.com Trump said the US is considering "very strong options," over the deaths of protesters in Iran.
(2026-01-12). IRGC Condemns US Interference in Iran's internal affairs. english.almanar.com.lb The Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) has condemned the recent acts of terrorism committed during violent riots in Iran and denounced US President Donald Trump's blatant intervention in the Islamic Republic's internal affairs. In a statement issued on Sunday evening, the IRGC emphasized that, like previous acts of sedition by Iran's enemies, the recent seditious …
(2026-01-12). Trump says US considering 'very strong options' for Iran. aljazeera.com US president says Washington is closely monitoring protests in Iran and considering possible military intervention.
(2026-01-12). Iran says ready for war and dialogue as Trump weighs response to crackdown. geo.tv 
Mourners react next to coffins during a funeral procession for members of security forces and civilians said to be killed in protests on Sunday, in Tehran, Iran, in this screengrab from a video released on January 11, 2026. — ReutersTrump considers range of options, including…
(2026-01-12). 'Iran leaders called me…': Trump on Tehran street being named after him, US attack plan amid protest. hindustantimes.com US President Donald Trump said Washington is preparing to meet Iranian leaders after Tehran signalled a willingness to negotiate amid escalating nationwide protests. Speaking aboard Air Force One, Trump claimed Iranian leaders had reached out, while warning that the US could still take action if violence against protesters continues. Iran has seen days of unrest triggered by economic hardship and a collapsing currency, with security forces using force, mass arrests reported, and internet access cut nationwide. Rights groups say hundreds may have been killed, as tensions between Washington and Tehran rise sharply.
(2026-01-12). 'Iran wants to negotiate': Trump as he warns of action as over 500 protesters killed. ptcnews.tv PTC News Desk: US President Donald Trump claimed that Iran's leadership, including Supreme Leader Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Hosseini Khamenei, had contacted him to discuss "negotiations" after he issued threats of military action in response to widespread anti-government protests in Iran. | Trump said he was receiving updates "every hour" on the situation inside the country and would soon "make a determination." | "The leaders of Iran called yesterday," Trump told reporters aboard Air Force One on Sunday, adding that "a meeting is being set up… They want to negotiate." | When asked about reports of protester deaths…
(2026-01-12). Iran's FM says protests became 'bloody' to give Trump intervention excuse. aljazeera.com Iranian media report a calm night as a nationwide internet ban continues and US president announces a possible meeting.
(2026-01-12). Democracy Now! 2026-01-12 Monday. democracynow.org Headlines for January 12, 2026; Iran Escalates Deadly Crackdown on Mass Protests as Trump Threatens to Launch Military Attack; "We Had Whistles. They Had Guns": Nationwide Protests Held over ICE Killing of Renee Good; "All the Walls Came Down": L.A. Fire Survivors Fight Foreclosure & Demand Justice in Altadena | Headlines for January 12, 2026; Iran Escalates Deadly Crackdown on Mass Protests as Trump Threatens to Launch Military Attack; "We Had Whistles. They Had Guns": Nationwide Protests Held over ICE Killing of Renee Good; "All the Walls Came Down": L.A. Fire Survi…
(2026-01-12). Iran rejects Trump bomb threats after protest deaths. aljazeera.com Violent protests and a fierce security crackdown have killed hundreds of people in Iran.
(2026-01-12). Six Reasons Why Netanyahu is Prolonging Gaza, ME Conflicts. ummid.com The war on Gaza is not merely a military campaign, it is the linchpin holding together Benjamin Netanyahu's political survival, ideological project, and regional ambitions — one he appears determined to keep firmly in place.
(2026-01-12). Faced with post-war uncertainty, Hamas seeks new leadership. newarab.com 
Hamas is preparing to hold internal elections to rebuild its leadership, decimated by Israeli killings during the war in With international powers and Israel pushing for it to be disarmed and have no role in Gaza's future governance, its new leaders will face an uncertain future. | The group also rules over a
(2026-01-12). Modi-Merz bond strengthens: Disagreements acknowledged, but shared vision for Ukraine peace prevails. hindustantimes.com Prime Minister Narendra Modi and German Chancellor Friedrich Merz addressed the media in Ahmedabad following bilateral talks, confirming discussions on major global issues including Ukraine and Gaza. While acknowledging that India and Germany do not always agree on every issue, both leaders stressed shared values, growing strategic convergence, and deeper cooperation—particularly in the Indo-Pacific and Global South. The visit marked a major step forward in India—Germany ties, with 27 declarations of intent signed across sectors such as defence, rare earths, healthcare, and security policy.
(2026-01-12). Gaza to Bondi: How appeasement shaped Albanese's response to antisemitism. independentaustralia.net 
(2026-01-12). Tensions Escalate as Anti-Hamas Forces Claim High-Profile Assassination. devdiscourse.com An Israeli-backed Palestinian militia claimed responsibility for the assassination of a senior Hamas police officer in the southern Gaza Strip, intensifying an already volatile situation in the region.
(2026-01-12). Head of Khan Younis police investigation department assassinated>. albawaba.com ALBAWABA – The Ministry of Interior and National Security in the Gaza Strip announced this morning, Monday, the death of Lieutenant Colonel Mahmoud Al-Astal, the head of the Khan Younis police investigations department, after he was shot.The ministry said in a press statement that "security forces are investigating the shooting incident that targeted the head of the Khan Younis police investigations department a short while ago in the Al-Mawasi area, which resulted in his death."The Gaza Strip has witnessed similar crimes and assassinations in recent months, carried out by gangs and militias loyal to the occupati…
(2026-01-12). Why is Bosnia sending troops to Gaza? aljazeera.com Bosnians overwhelmingly support Palestine. And yet their elite want to help legitimise a 'peace' plan favouring Israel.
(2026-01-12). Thursday 1/15: Power Half Hour for Gaza. indybay.org Zoom | http: //jvp.org/gazaph…
(2026-01-12). How American Israel-First Sayanim Enabled and Protected Epstein. counterpunch.org 
In an article last week, I argued that Jeffrey Epstein was not a lone rogue predator. This week, I turn to the more troubling question: how did Epstein, a man with no credible résumé, no transparent wealth, or a conventional career path, manage such an unconventional ascent into America's halls of power? Epstein's rise was
(2026-01-12). Cuban Chapter of the Network in Defense of Humanity vs. Fascism. radiohc.cu The Cuban chapter of the Network in Defense of Humanity released a message to the world this Sunday entitled "Imperialism and Fascism Cannot Be Given the Slightest Space." | Due to its importance, we reproduce it in its entirety: | "President Donald Trump has launched a new threat against Cuba. These are not the ravings of 'a madman.' There is sufficient evidence accumulated in recent weeks demonstrating that, to conceal his country's internal crisis, the Epstein scandal, the ICE killings, the irreversible advent of a multipolar world, and the loss of credibility of the United States on the international stage, t…
(2026-01-12). Chronicle of a Foretold Coup: The Attack on Venezuela and the Narco-Terrorism Fairy Tale. counterpunch.org 
Current developments in Venezuela may appear to be unfathomable—until one recalls the long history of imperialist interference in Latin America and the Caribbean. The events of the first week of January constitute an escalation of a long-standing campaign to overthrow the Bolivarian Revolution and resume control on the country with the largest known oil reserves
(2026-01-12). Comicomment: Wings clipped, Latin America left to suffer. ecns.cn As a left-leaning country, Venezuela has maintained an anti-U.S. stance from Chávez to Maduro, making it a constant target of Washington. In recent years, the United States has intensified pressure through aid cuts, tariffs and sanctions, seeking to reassert regional dominance. The latest military action is simply an escalation of unilateralism and power politics.
(2026-01-12). Bolivarian Government of Venezuela reaffirms historical stance on relations with Cuba. radiohc.cu The Government of the Bolivarian Republic of Venezuela reaffirmed this Sunday its historical stance within the framework of relations with the Republic of Cuba, as two nations whose ties have developed under the principles of international law, solidarity, and cooperation. | In a statement released by Foreign Minister Yván Gil on his Telegram channel, Caracas indicates that this position is in accordance with the Charter of the United Nations and international law, the free exercise of self-determination, and national sovereignty. | "The relationship between the Bolivarian Republic of Venezuela with the Caribbean…
(2026-01-12). New Zealand government refuses to condemn Trump's Venezuela intervention. wsws.org Amid a growing crisis for governments globally, there is palpable nervousness within the New Zealand ruling elite about widespread anti-war sentiment in the population.
(2026-01-12). Trump Now Threatens Cuba, Venezuela Responds. orinocotribune.com In a new threat against a sovereign state, US President Donald Trump In his statement, he affirmed: "Cuba lived, for many years, on large amounts of oil and money from Venezuela. In return, Cuba provided 'security services' for the last two Venezuelan dictators, but not anymore!" | The US ruler added that "most of t…
(2026-01-12). Sri Lankan government cynically evades US criminal assault on Venezuela. wsws.org Opposing imperialist war and defending the oppressed is the task of the working class, guided by a Marxist—that is Trotskyist—perspective that rejects nationalism, unmasks the UN, and fights for world socialism.
(2026-01-12). Border Patrol agent shoots two people in Portland amid rising protests. wsws.org Federal immigration agents shot two Venezuelan nationals outside a Portland clinic as national protests erupt over the Minneapolis killing of Renee Nicole Good.
(2026-01-12). US attack on Venezuela exposes Japan's remilitarization agenda. wsws.org Tokyo regularly justifies its program of rearmament by claiming it is working with the US to uphold the so-called "rule of law" internationally. Washington's actions in recent weeks thoroughly discredit these claims.
(2026-01-12). Fortress America and the Oil Ultimatum: Venezuela, Hyper-Imperialism, and the Open Consolidation of the American Pole. orinocotribune.com By Prince Kapone — Jan 8, 2026 | Empire Drops the Mask and Speaks in Orders
| Trump 2.0 is not running an empire that still believes it has to convince anyone of anything. It is running an empire that believes persuasion is a waste of time. The old choreography—summits, joint statements, humanitarian sighs, carefully rehearsed talk about "shared values"—has been shoved aside. What replaces it is blunt speech. Empire no longer negotiates; it announces. It states the outcome first and tells the world to catch up. Venezuela is not being treated as a disagreement, a "failed state," or a moral p…
(2026-01-12). Donald Trump now brands himself 'acting president of Venezuela' in controversial Truth Social Post. ptcnews.tv PTC Web Desk: In a move that has stirred global attention, US President Donald Trump posted an image on his Truth Social account depicting himself as the "Acting President of Venezuela" with an "Incumbent January 2026" label, a title that has no official recognition and is not reflected in formal Venezuelan records.The graphic, styled like a Wikipedia entry, also lists Trump's role as the 45th and 47th President of the United States, noting he took office in January 2025. Trump's post comes amid intense geopolitical developments following a recent US military operation in Venezuela.Earlier this month, the United…
(2026-01-12). A surreal start of 2026: When one president seizes another, next target — Greenland>. ecns.cn At the very start of 2026, a president was seized by another president. Can anyone imagine such a surreal opening to the new year? The U.S. military launched a series of attacks against Venezuela on Jan. 3, seizing Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro and his wife. Maduro made his first appearance Monday morning at a New York courthouse.
(2026-01-12). Protestors Rally in Pershing Square Against ICE and the Donroe Doctrine. lataco.com A coalition of activist and political groups brought people out to the streets to protest ICE and the Trump administration's attacks on Venezuela. Many also paid tribute to Renee Nicole Good, killed by ICE agent Jonathan Ross in Minneapolis, and Keith Porter, killed by an off-duty ICE agent in Northridge.
(2026-01-12). US Eyes Cuba After Maduro Capture: Military Operation on the Horizon? thinktank.pk In the wake of a swift US military action in Venezuela that ousted a longstanding leader, attention has shifted to Cuba as the next potential flashpoint in regional geopolitics. Recent statements from the White House have fueled speculation about expanding operations beyond Venezuela's borders, with Cuba squarely in the crosshairs. Is the US Considering a …
(2026-01-12). Is Donald Trump Venezuela's acting president. geo.tv 
US President Donald Trump attends a meeting with oil industry executives, at the White House in Washington, DC, US, January 9, 2026. — Reuters WASHINGTON: US President Donald Trump has declared himself the "Acting President of Venezuela" days after a US military operation that…
(2026-01-12). Trump's Fake Wikipedia Edit Calls Him Venezuela's Leader — World Reacts. thinktank.pk The article, published on January 12, 2026, by Global Times (a Chinese state-affiliated outlet), reports on a Truth Social post by U.S. President Donald Trump claiming to be the "Acting President of Venezuela." It contextualizes this amid recent U.S. military actions, an executive order on Venezuelan oil, the swearing-in of Delcy Rodríguez as Venezuela's acting …
(2026-01-12). "The Veil…" : Venezuela Acting President Delcy Rodríguez's Full Speech. ummid.com If there is one thing the Venezuelan people and this country are absolutely clear about, it is that we will never again be slaves, that we will never again be colonies of any empire, of any kind, Venezuela Acting President Delcy Rodríguez said in her speech.
(2026-01-12). US intervention in Venezuela: Reactions from Türkiye in 14 points. uwidata.com 
The US intervention in Venezuela and the abduction of President Nicolas Maduro have become the top political issue in Türkiye. Television channels, newspapers, social media, politicians, and the public are following developments minute by minute and debating them intensely. Below, we outline the most prominent statements, debates, and developments in Türkiye in 14 points. — …
(2026-01-12). Wisconsin: Stand for Peace! Stop ICE! U.S. Out of Venezuela! Free Palestine! (City Listings January 11-18, 2026). wibailoutpeople.org 
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sciencedaily.com (2026-01-12). War has pushed Gaza's children to the brink – "like the living dead"
A new study warns that war in Gaza has pushed children to the edge, leaving many too hungry, weak, or traumatized to learn. Education has nearly collapsed, with years of schooling lost to conflict, hunger, and fear.
(2026-01-12). US is a Threat to the Whole World. indybay.org For months, a fleet of US warships, including aircraft carriers and air force, unprecedented in decades, has been cruising the Caribbean. It is threatening Venezuela under the pretext of a blatant accusation of "drug trafficking" by the government, even going so far as to seize tankers carrying Venezuelan oil in violation of international law. This war has already claimed hundreds of lives…
(2026-01-12). Our Computers and Televisions Spray Toxic Sludg. dissidentvoice.org A television writer named Annie Jacobsen recently tweeted that she'd been "prophetic" when she wrote a real CIA scheme of attacking Venezuela into a fictional program, after which the U.S. government actually attacked Venezuela. Another word would be "propagandistic" — not in the sense of the direct, immediate lie, but in the sense of the …
(2026-01-12). The Imperial Crosshairs Move To Cuba, And Other Notes. caitlinjohnstone.com.au ‚ùñ | Trump is The president said on Truth Social that "Venezuela now has the United States of America, the most powerful military in the World (by far!), to protect them, and pro…
(2026-01-12). A Not-so-Tongue-in-Cheek "Trumpian Traumatic Stress Disorder" dissidentvoice.org 
No doubt like many others who awoke to the news that President Maduro of Venezuela and his wife, Cilia Flores (a serving member of the Venezuelan National Assembly with a distinguished career in government), had been 'captured' or 'seized' by the US and were being transported to NYC to stand trial, my initial reaction was …
(2026-01-12). Venezuela, War Crimes, and the Media's Dirty Work. projectcensored.org First up, we welcome back to the program analyst and organizer Leonardo Flores to talk to us about what's really going on on the ground in Venezuela, contextualizing the push for oil, the drug fiasco that now even the DOJ admits as farce, and cutting through the thick sludge of…
(2026-01-12). "The Empire is Out of the Closet" : Donald Trump in Power, Racketeering and Venezuelan Oil. globalresearch.ca It usually takes archival digging, the golden gaffe, an ill-considered remark and occasional spells of candour by those in power, to admit that the United States has, in common with other imperial powers, brutal ambitions. An example of the latter …
(2026-01-12). Venezuela says over 100 political prisoners released; pope meets Machado. aljazeera.com Penitentiary Services Ministry says those freed had been 'deprived of their liberty' for disruptive acts.
(2026-01-12). Tuesday 1/13: Trump Fascism Seizes Venezuelan President,Says Going to Run Country & Threatens World. indybay.org Revolution Books | 2444 Durant Avenue | Berkeley, CA…
(2026-01-12). Venezuela Responds to US Travel Advisory (+President Maduro's Message). orinocotribune.com On Saturday night, Venezuelan Ministry of Foreign Affairs issued a statement after the @TravelGov account on X, which is administered by the US State Department's Bureau of Consular Affairs, called on US citizens in Venezuela to leave the country immediately, and to be wary of "colectivos," which, according to the US, "setting up roadblocks and searching vehicles for evidence of U.S. citizenship or support for the United States." | The statement released by the Venezuelan Foreign Ministry on January 1o reads as follows: | The Ministry of Popular Power for Foreign Affairs of the Bolivarian Republic of Venezuela no…
(2026-01-12). Why Afro-Venezuelans Oppose U.S. Intervention in Venezuela. capitalbnews.org 
Interviews in Spanish were conducted and transcribed by Annika Hom. The first blast rattled Christian Pich Ortiz's bedroom before sunrise, sending his mother and siblings into tears as detonations boomed over their community in Miranda, a state along Venezuela's central coast. To protect themselves, they dragged their mattresses off the beds and hid beneath them. …
(2026-01-12). Venezuela and the Long Shadow of the Monroe Doctrine. juancole.com Critical historians like William Appleman Williams played a key role in highlighting the US's imperial record in Latin America. Now Donald Trump has cut out the middleman, bluntly stating the US's imperialist agenda. | (
(2026-01-12). Sanctions, Strategy and Spin: Venezuela Lobbying Soars Under Trump. scheerpost.com President Donald Trump delivers remarks at a press conference at Mar-a-Lago in Palm Beach, Florida, following Operation Absolute Resolve in Venezuela leading to the capture of Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro, Saturday, January 3, 2026. (Official White House Photo by Molly Riley) | In one of the scariest moments in modern history, we're doing our best at ScheerPost to pierce the fog of lies that conceal it but we need some help to pay our writers and staff. Please consider a By Emma Su…
(2026-01-12). Presidenta del Senado subraya defensa de soberanía de México. radiohc.cu La presidenta del Senado, Laura Itzel Castillo, sostuvo hoy que el ente legislativo seguirá trabajando a favor de la soberanía de México y subrayó que la política exterior del país se conduce con una alta responsabilidad. | "Desde el Senado de la República, seguiremos trabajando con energía a favor de la soberanía nacional y en defensa de la patria", afirmó la parlamentaria, en un contexto marcado por el ataque de Estados Unidos a Venezuela y las amenazas a otros países. | A través de un video compartido en su cuenta de la red social X, la legisladora refirió que México "cuenta con un proyecto de nación que reivi…
(2026-01-12). Presidenta del Senado subraya defensa de soberanía de México. radiohc.cu La presidenta del Senado, Laura Itzel Castillo, sostuvo hoy que el ente legislativo seguirá trabajando a favor de la soberanía de México y subrayó que la política exterior del país se conduce con una alta responsabilidad. | "Desde el Senado de la República, seguiremos trabajando con energía a favor de la soberanía nacional y en defensa de la patria", afirmó la parlamentaria, en un contexto marcado por el ataque de Estados Unidos a Venezuela y las amenazas a otros países. | A través de un video compartido en su cuenta de la red social X, la legisladora refirió que México "cuenta con un proyecto de nación que reivi…
(2026-01-12). Donald Trump especuló con un supuesto contacto con Cuba. cubadebate.cu Donald Trump especuló con un supuesto contacto con Cuba, después de recibir contundente respuesta de La Habana a sus amenazas de agresión. El jefe de la Casa Blanca comentó que los contactos comenzaron después que las fuerzas de su país invadieron Venezuela el 3 de enero, cuando secuestraron al presidente Nicolás Maduro Moros.
(2026-01-12). La acción militar como nostalgia hegemónica. cubadebate.cu Entre el repliegue hegemónico y la multipolaridad: la intervención de Estados Unidos en Venezuela como punto de inflexión para la región.
(2026-01-12). Secretário de Defesa britânico gostaria de sequestrar Putin. globalresearch.ca Aparentemente, a aàßà£o ilegal dos EUA contra o presidente venezuelano Nicolás Maduro está "inspirando" os planos de guerra das autoridades britânicas — nà£o contra países latino-americanos ou em desenvolvimento, mas contra a Federaàßà£o Russa. Recentemente, o secretário de Defesa do …
(2026-01-12). Rescatado de campo concentración de Bukele levanta la voz por el presidente Maduro. cubadebate.cu Uno de los 252 venezolanos secuestrados por Donald Trump y enviados ilegalmente al campo de concentración de Nayib Bukele en El Salvador; y rescatados por el Gobierno Bolivariano del presidente Constitucional, Nicolás Maduro Moros, se activó a favor de la liberación del mandatario nacional y su esposa, al denunciar las mentiras que intentan justificar para su secuestro tras los viles ataques militares a Venezuela.
(2026-01-12). Rescatado de campo concentración de Bukele levanta la voz por el presidente Maduro. cubadebate.cu Uno de los 252 venezolanos secuestrados por Donald Trump y enviados ilegalmente al campo de concentración de Nayib Bukele en El Salvador; y rescatados por el Gobierno Bolivariano del presidente Constitucional, Nicolás Maduro Moros, se activó a favor de la liberación del mandatario nacional y su esposa, al denunciar las mentiras que intentan justificar para su secuestro tras los viles ataques militares a Venezuela.
(2026-01-12). Secretário de Defesa britânico gostaria de sequestrar Putin. globalresearch.ca Aparentemente, a aàßà£o ilegal dos EUA contra o presidente venezuelano Nicolás Maduro está "inspirando" os planos de guerra das autoridades britânicas — nà£o contra países latino-americanos ou em desenvolvimento, mas contra a Federaàßà£o Russa. Recentemente, o secretário de Defesa do …
(2026-01-12). La acción militar como nostalgia hegemónica. cubadebate.cu Entre el repliegue hegemónico y la multipolaridad: la intervención de Estados Unidos en Venezuela como punto de inflexión para la región.
(2026-01-12). Gauteng scholar transport operators warned against unroadworthy vehicles. sanews.gov.za Gauteng scholar transport operators warned against unroadworthy vehicles | The Gauteng MEC for Roads and Transport, Kedibone Diale-Tlabela, has warned scholar transport operators that unroadworthy vehicles and those operating without valid permits will be impounded immediately. | This warning comes as the Department of Roads and Transport plans to conduct intensive scholar transport inspections at schools, along transport routes, and during peak travel times next week when schools reopen. | The MEC said the safety of learners travelling to and from school is non-negotiable, and government will not tolerate oper…
(2026-01-12). US-Russia Nuclear Arms Pact Perilously Nears Expiration. consortiumnews.com Beginning Feb. 6, Russian and American leaders will no longer face barriers to expand their nuclear arsenals, says Michael T. Klare. By Michael T. Klare TomDispatch.com For most of us, Friday, Feb. 6, 2026, is likely to feel no different…
(2026-01-12). UAE 'exploiting UK Islamophobia' to push Muslim Brotherhood ban. newarab.com 
(2026-01-12). Oral Weight-Loss Drugs Set to Transform GLP-1 Market by 2030. devdiscourse.com Oral weight-loss drugs are projected to make up at least one-third of the GLP-1 market by 2030, according to Novo Nordisk. The prediction exceeds the company's previous forecasts as outlined by Ludovic Helfgott, executive vice president for product and portfolio strategy, during a conversation with Reuters.
(2026-01-12). Threat on Greenland irks European allies. ecns.cn Greenland's leaders have rejected Trump's repeated calls for the US to take control of the island, saying that Greenland's future must be decided by its people.Therefore, facing pressure from the US, the EU finds it difficult to take a firm retaliatory stance."ÄÄ"ÄÄ"The US-EU alliance will endure, but the basis of trust has shifted.
(2026-01-12). Political policing in Museveni's Uganda: what it means for the 2026 elections. independent.co.ug 
Police have consistently served as instruments of political order rather than neutral guardians of public security NEWS ANALYSIS | JUDE KAGORO | Uganda's police have long faced criticism for politically charged interventions. These include episodes in which lethal force has been used in ways that observers describe as excessive or indiscriminate. The main targets of restrictive …
(2026-01-12). One Battle After Another, Adolescence dominate Golden Globes. aljazeera.com Timothee Chalamet picks up best actor award for his role in sport comedy-drama Marty Supreme.
(2026-01-12). Philadelphia law chiefs to ICE: try your shit here and you go to jail. thecanary.co Philadelphia's police chief and district attorney (DA) have issued a defiant message to the Trump regime's 'ICE' thugs in the wake of their murder of Minneapolis mum Renee Good: try anything here and you go to jail. ICE agents WILL be jailed Trump and his mini-me VP JD Vance have claimed that ICE agents have […] | By
(2026-01-12). Hungary Grants Asylum to Former Polish Justice Minister, Deepening EU Rift. moderndiplomacy.eu Hungary has granted asylum to Poland's former justice minister Zbigniew Ziobro, a move that has sharpened tensions between two European Union and NATO members once regarded as close political allies. Ziobro, a central figure in Poland's controversial judicial overhaul under the previous nationalist government, says he sought refuge to escape what he describes as politically …
(2026-01-12). Trump's legacy: Eroding legal norms. moderndiplomacy.eu "I do not need international law," said Donald Trump, President of the United States of America, a superpower. This is not just mere rhetoric but an outright renunciation of international legal norms that had underpinned…
(2026-01-12). Dollar Dips Amid Federal Reserve Controversy and Geopolitical Tensions. devdiscourse.com The dollar faced a downturn on Monday as the U.S. Department of Justice indicated plans to indict Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell over his congressional remarks on a costly building project. This raised alarms about the independence of the Federal Reserve and could shape the currency's future standing.
(2026-01-12). Mossad agents are "hiding among Iranian demonstrators" aljazeera.com "Mossad agents [are] hiding among Iranian demonstrators."
(2026-01-12). South Korea's Lee Heads to Japan Summit as Seoul Balances China and Tokyo. moderndiplomacy.eu South Korean President Lee Jae Myung is set to meet Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi in Nara on Tuesday, just a week after holding talks with Chinese President Xi Jinping. The closely timed summits underline Seoul's effort to pursue what Lee has called "pragmatic diplomacy," carefully balancing relations with its two powerful neighbours amid rising …
(2026-01-12). What we know about the protests sweeping Iran. aljazeera.com Crackdown on protests in Iran has resulted in multiple deaths and an internet blackout.
(2026-01-12). Al-Hilal Replaces Ronlado's Al-Nassr as No 1 in SPL 25/26 Standings. ummid.com Cristiano Ronaldo-led Al Nassr has been replaced by Al Hilal as No 1 in the Saudi Pro League 2025-26 (SPL 25/26) latest standings released after the latter's convincing victory against Damac Sunday January 04, 2026.
(2026-01-12). Make Gambling A Crime Again. levernews.com 
(2026-01-12). Iran: Narges Mohammadi, several other human rights defenders arbitrarily arrested in massive crackdown. fidh.org More than 50 people were arrested, including five women human rights defenders, while they were taking part in a memorial ceremony honouring a recently deceased fellow human rights defender. The Observatory for the Protection of Human Rights Defenders (the International Federation for Human Rights-FIDH and the World Organisation Against Torture-OMCT) and the League for the Defence of Human Rights in Iran (LDDHI) strongly condemn these new arrests and call on the Iranian authorities to (…) | – |
(2026-01-12). UN General Assembly: Principled humanitarian action is under increasing pressure. icrc.org Delivered by Elyse Mosquini, Permanent Observer to the United Nations, at the 60th plenary meeting on strengthening of the coordination of humanitarian and disaster relief assistance of the United Nations, including special economic assistance.
(2026-01-12). Pediatric care cover expanded nationwide. ecns.cn Pediatric care is now available in all major public hospitals across the nation, and dialysis treatment can be provided in every county with a population above 100,000 people, according to the National Health Commission.
(2012-01-26). Mbaye could prove decisive for Senegal. tribune.com.pk 
Senegal's 17-year-old Ibrahim Mbaye has emerged as a potential future star for African football, and his role as a super substitute at the Africa Cup of Nations could yet prove decisive for his team. | One of a number of exciting new players on display over the last three weeks at the tournament in Morocco, Mbaye has made the biggest impact, featuring in each of Senegal's matches off the bench. | As they prepare to face Egypt in Wednesday's semi-final in Tangiers, his impact will be part of the planning as Senegal look to advance to Sunday's final. | His powerful and pacy running, dribbling skills, and a sharp…
(2026-01-12). Africa, EU Green Deal and plight of smallholder farmers. independent.co.ug 
'Without bold investment, inclusive policies, and regional coordination, the EU Green Deal risks becoming a blueprint for poverty rather than sustainability' NEWS ANALYSIS | RONALD MUSOKE | The Speke Resort Hotel in Munyonyo buzzed with urgency on December 11-12, 2025, as policymakers, agronomists, and trade experts from Eastern and Southern Africa gathered for a high-level dialogue …
(2026-01-12). "We Had Whistles. They Had Guns" : Nationwide Protests Held over ICE Killing of Renee Good. democracynow.org 
We speak with civil rights attorney Nekima Levy Armstrong in Minneapolis as protests continue in the city following the killing of activist Renee Good last week. The ICE agent who fatally shot Good in her car has been identified as Jonathan Ross, an Iraq War veteran described by family and friends as a hardcore conservative Christian and MAGA supporter. This comes as Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem continues to claim Good was engaged in "domestic terrorism." | "Folks at the highest levels of government are perpetuating falsehoods … and working overtime to justify the brutal murder of R…
(2026-01-12). 'I know the pain': Ex-refugee takes over as UNHCR chief. geo.tv 
Recently elected UNHCR Chief Barham Salih addresses in a General Assembly in an undated picture. — UNHCRBarham Salih has known torture and the wrenching loss of exile. Four decades after his own ordeal, he has taken the helm of the UN refugee agency as it grapples with a funding…
(2026-01-12). Digital euro a 'safeguard' for continent. ecns.cn The latest letter to parliamentarians called a digital euro, which is envisaged as being operational by 2029, "not a nice-to-have, (but) it is an essential safeguard of European sovereignty, stability, and resilience".
(2026-01-12). Palestinian prisoners held without trial are nothing but hostages. thecanary.co A new report by the Palestinian Centre for Prisoner's Advocacy examines detention policies in the West Bank, in 2025. It particularly looks at administrative detention as a prolonged security control mechanism and explores the structural and social effects of this policy. Shockingly, administrative detainees are given no charge or trial and evidence against them is […] | By
(2026-01-12). Tehran regime fears defections as Iran's nationwide movement defies containment. longwarjournal.org Iran's protest movement has now entered its third week, and the regime is struggling to contain the unrest. Islamic Republic authorities fear disobedience within the ranks, and reports of potential defections point to growing anxiety inside the security apparatus. Washington is assessing options to strike regime sites.
(2026-01-12). Why Israelis Are Leaving in Record Numbers. portside.org Why Israelis Are Leaving in Record Numbers |
(2026-01-12). These are the key reasons Trump wants Greenland. aljazeera.com US President Donald Trump has doubled down on his ambition to bring Greenland under US control.
(2026-01-12). Israel launches widespread airstrikes across Southern Lebanon. albawaba.com ALBAWABA – Israeli jets attacked several areas from the air in southern Lebanon and the western Bekaa Valley. They targeted forests and the edges of several towns, which locals said was the biggest increase in violence in the last few hours. | Field reports say that the strikes happened in or near the town of Mahmoudiya in the south, in the Jbour area in the western Bekaa, on the edges of Jbaa, and in Wadi al-Qatrani in the Jezzine region. Israeli planes were also seen flying low over southern Lebanon and the Bekaa, where drone activity had also stepped up. | Afterward, the Israel Defense Forces said they had att…
(2026-01-12). Israeli police issues arrest warrant against ex-Netanyahu aide. newarab.com 
Israel Einhorn, a former campaign adviser to Netanyahu who now lives in Serbia, appeared on a list of people whom the police suspect of involvement in the so-called "
(2026-01-12). WHYY Newscast for Monday 6:00 a.m. whyy.org The latest local headlines from WHYY…
(2026-01-12). Trump on New Start nuke treaty with Russia: if 'it expires it expires'. responsiblestatecraft.org As the February 5 expiration date for New START — the last nuclear arms control treaty remaining between the U.S. and Russia — looms, the Trump administration appears ready to let it die without an immediate replacement. | "If it expires, it expires," President Trump
(2026-01-12). China rebukes Trump's remarks on Greenland, stresses peaceful arctic role. ecns.cn China's activities in the Arctic are aimed at promoting peace, stability, and sustainable development, Foreign Ministry spokesperson Mao Ning said Monday, responding to comments by U.S. President Donald Trump on Greenland.
(2026-01-12). Outrage as mother of 3 shot dead by US immigration officer in Minneapolis. ummid.com Angry protests erupted in south Minneapolis, Minnesota after a mother of three children was shot dead by a federal officer with the Immigrations and Customs Enforcement (ICE) United States.
(2026-01-12). Netanyahu to approve passports for 2026 Winter Olympians as interior minister post remains vacant. haaretz.com In absence of an interior minister, no one is authorized to make an exception for three winter Olympians who have been naturalized but live abroad…
(2026-01-12). 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)…
(2026-01-12). Japan Launches Deep-Sea Rare Earth Mission as China Tightens Supply Grip. moderndiplomacy.eu Japan has begun a rare and technologically ambitious effort to secure its own supply of rare earth minerals, as concerns mount over China's tightening control of exports. A Japanese mining vessel set sail on Monday to explore rare-earth-rich seabed mud near Minamitori Island, a remote coral atoll about 1,900 km southeast of Tokyo. The move …
(2026-01-12). Aleppo under Attack from Kurdish Militias Supported by the US Military. globalresearch.ca The Syrian government held the SDF responsible for the recent escalation, asserting that the violation of an agreement signed on April 1 directly triggered the unrest.
(2026-01-12). A Call for Accountability in ICE Cold Minneapolis Killing. indybay.org Nationwide protests over the killing of Renee Good in Minneapolis by ICE, saw protests calling for end immigration raids in cities across the country.
(2026-01-12). Asiania Logistika Officially Launches in India: Aims to Redefine India-Russia-China Trade Logistics. infobrics.org The company is planning to leverage the multimodal routes through International North-South Transport Corridor INSTC as well to optimize its transit time and cost…
(2026-01-12). Uganda's energy and extractives sector poised for growth in 2026. independent.co.ug 
Kampala, Uganda | As 2025 closed, Uganda's energy and extractives sector reached a pivotal moment, driven by accelerated infrastructure delivery, regulatory reform, and a strategic push to convert natural resource potential into economic growth. The Ministry of Energy and Mineral Development framed the year not as a series of isolated projects, but as the convergence …
(2026-01-12). Supreme Court Declines Appeal, Scouting America Moves Forward with Landmark Settlement. devdiscourse.com The U.S. Supreme Court on Monday declined to hear a challenge concerning the Boy Scouts of America's monumental $2.46 billion settlement regarding sex abuse claims. This case involved survivors looking to sue churches and other groups linked to scouting programs where abuse took place.
(2026-01-12). Presidential Candidate Profile: Nathan Nandala Seeks To Redefine Uganda's Governance. plusnews.ug 
Accountant, lawyer, economist, and veteran opposition politician James Nathan Nandala Mafabi is one of the most experienced figures in Uganda's multiparty politics, as he steps onto the national stage seeking to challenge President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni's long hold on power. A long-serving Member of Parliament for Budadiri West County in Sironko District, Nandala Mafabi is …
(2026-01-12). Legitimizing Hip-Hop: the Legacy of James Bernard. counterpunch.org 
James Bernard, one of the co-founders of The Source magazine and a man who helped legitimize hip-hop to the world, has died. This loss hit those of us who truly love the culture of this musical style—one that finds its origins in the Bronx of the 1970s—especially hard. Questlove, the drummer for The Roots and
(2026-01-12). Ugandans hail Kiplimo after historic third straight world cross country gold. independent.co.ug 
KAMPALA, UGANDA | Xinhua | Ugandans have showered praise on long-distance runner Jacob Kiplimo after he clinched a historic third consecutive gold medal at the World Athletics Cross Country Championships in Tallahassee, Florida, on Saturday. Kiplimo won the senior men's 10km title in 28: 18, finishing ahead of Ethiopia's Berihu Aregawi, who clocked 28: 45. "Kiplimo defending …
(2026-01-12). British Defense Secretary would like to kidnap Putin. infobrics.org This shows how there are no legal or moral limits to the West's actions against Russia.
(2026-01-12). India, Bangladesh must rise above populism, hardline pressure. ummid.com Bangladesh and India must rise above populism and hardline pressures to rebuild trust.
(2026-01-12). Fed Independence Under Siege: The Powell Indictment Controversy. devdiscourse.com The independence of the U.S. Federal Reserve is under scrutiny as the Trump administration launches a criminal investigation into Fed Chair Jerome Powell. This move has drawn criticism from former Fed leaders who warn against politicizing monetary policy, a sentiment echoed by key members of Trump's own Republican Party.
(2026-01-12). It's the economy, mullah! How financial crash fuel Iran protests. newarab.com 
The protests that began on 28 December in On the first day, some market traders in In poorer cities, particularly in…
(2026-01-12). J-10CE fighter achieved first verified combat success: Chinese authorities. ecns.cn China's export-oriented J-10CE fighter jet achieved its first verified combat success in mid-May 2025, Chinese authorities said, reporting that the aircraft downed multiple opposing planes without losses.
(2026-01-12). JEE Main 2026 Session 1 schedule shortens by one day. ummid.com The National Testing Agency (NTA) has shortened the JEE Main 2026 Session 1 (JEE Main January 2026) schedule by one day, as per the latest notification.
(2026-01-12). DR Congo: Surge in Conflict-Related Sexual Violence. hrw.org Click to expand Image | A patient receives a reduced supply of medication for HIV treatment, following the cut of USAID funds for treatment programs in the Democratic Republic of Congo, July 31, 2025. | © 2025 Arlette Bashizi/For The Washington Post via Getty Images | Conflict-related sexual violence in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo has escalated, while support to survivors has significantly dropped.The Rwanda-backed M23 and other armed groups and military forces are using sexual violence as a weapon of war, while survivors experience a climate of impunity that protects those responsible and a heal…
(2026-01-12). Libya's National Museum: Inside the daring plan to save its past. newarab.com 
(2026-01-12). Climate change and the obsolescence of moral imagination. onlineopinion.com.au The danger of climate change isn't sudden collapse but smooth continuity. When catastrophe feels normal, responsibility quietly disappears.
(2026-01-12). China's commerce ministry to boost consumption, opening-up in 2026. ecns.cn China's Ministry of Commerce will further boost consumption and expand opening-up as part of its key work for 2026, according to a two-day national commerce work conference that ended Sunday.
(2026-01-12). Zootopia 2 hype fuels risky interest in venomous blue snake, exposing gaps in China's exotic pet market. ecns.cn The popularity of the animated film Zootopia 2 has triggered online interest in a real-life blue venomous snake that resembles one of the film's characters, prompting renewed warnings about public safety and even deeper problems in China's exotic pet market.
(2026-01-12). ICE racists detain five Indigenous Americans in Minneapolis. thecanary.co ICE thugs in Minneapolis have followed their murder of Renee Nicole Good and assaults on peaceful protesters with the arrest of at least five Indigenous American men and the reported questioning of hundreds of others. ICE kidnapping Indigenous Americans The arrests came after Trump lackey DHS boss Kristi Noem transferred 2,000 more ICE agents to […] | By
(2026-01-12). JK Rowling slammed for 'double standards' over Iran remarks. newarab.com 
British author On Friday, the author, best known for the Harry Potter franchise, wrote on X: "If you claim to support human rights yet can't bring yourself to show solidarity with those fighting for their liberty in Iran, you've revealed yourself. You don't give a damn about people being oppressed an…
(2026-01-12). The Battle to Save the Gift of Life. globalresearch.ca Institutions and political forces once considered to be stabilizers of world affairs, no longer have the courage or the will to intervene to draw a red line under the mass abuse of fundamental justice.
(2026-01-12). Nationwide protests erupt following federal immigration murder of Nicole Good. wsws.org While virtually blacked out in the mainstream press, more than 1,000 protests were held over the weekend in opposition to attacks on immigrants and Trump's attempts to establish a presidential dictatorship.
(2026-01-12). Cheapskate royals post job vacancies with pay below Scottish minimum wage. thecanary.co 
According to the Daily Record, the royals have advertised two new job vacancies for housekeeper positions at the Palace of Holyroodhouse. Of course, they're reportedly set to underpay two Scottish workers — what else could you expect from work-dodging parasites? Royals out of touch with their lowly subjects The Daily Record states that the Monarchs […] | By
(2026-01-12). US Fed Chair Powell says he's under investigation, will not bow to Trump. aljazeera.com
(2026-01-12). PATRICK LAWRENCE: Imperial Boomerang. consortiumnews.com In the videos of a jumped-up ICE agent murdering Renee Nicole Good in Minneapolis we see the violence of the American empire coming home to preserve itself. By Patrick Lawrence in Torrington, Connecticut Special to Consortium News The murder-in-broad-daylight of Renee…
(2026-01-12). 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.
(2026-01-12). "All the Walls Came Down" : L.A. Fire Survivors Fight Foreclosure & Demand Justice in Altadena. democracynow.org 
We look at All the Walls Came Down, a new short documentary directed by filmmaker Ondi Timoner that looks back at the devastating 2025 fires in Los Angeles, which destroyed Timoner's home and left the historically Black community of Altadena in ruins. The film, which has been shortlisted for an Academy Award, follows community organizer Heavenly Hughes as residents confront the aftermath of the fires and organize to rebuild their town. | "We feel like we're being forced out because of this fire and not really getting the support that we need from our elected officials to be sure to preserve and…
(2026-01-12). Trump will be sore when Cuba domino refuses to fall. responsiblestatecraft.org Of the 100 or more people
(2026-01-12). China unveils AI model integrating meteorology and finance. ecns.cn Chinese researchers on Sunday unveiled an artificial intelligence model designed to integrate meteorological factors into financial analysis at the second Financial Meteorology Academic Annual Conference held in Guangzhou, south China's Guangdong Province.
(2026-01-12). Renee Good and the Rage that Fuels State Violence. counterpunch.org 
There are many of us who recognize this word, "bitch," and the hot, scorching punch of it in this kind of context. After the shots are fired in the footage of Renee Good's death, a voice can be heard calling her warm, dead body leaking hot blood over children's stuffies, a "____ing bitch."
(2026-01-12). Trump DOJ targets Fed chair in unprecedented escalation against central bank independence. nationofchange.org Jerome Powell says criminal probe is retaliation for resisting political pressure on interest rates as lawmakers warn of an assault on economic governance.
(2026-01-12). Reform councils announce tax hikes just as Nadhim Zahawi joins the chancers. thecanary.co It's been a mixed day for far-right Reform UK. On the one hand, every single one of the party's 12 councils has now declared that they'll be hiking taxes — in spite of election claims that they'd find savings. On the other hand, former Tory chancellor Nadhim Zahawi has defected to Nigel Farage's fold. Now, […] | By
(2026-01-12). What Factors Do People Use When Choosing Digital Entertainment Platforms. thecanary.co We are all lucky to live in a time when there is an endless selection of digital entertainment platforms. Whether you want to play games, listen to music, stream movies or TV shows, connect on social media, or enjoy other leisure platforms, you have never had more choices. Of course, that can be a double-edged […] | By
(2026-01-12). AFCON 2025 organisers investigate clashes at Nigeria, Morocco games. aljazeera.com Organisers warn of disciplinary action against players, team officials and journalists if found guilty of wrongdoing.
(2026-01-12). Saturday 1/17: Fight Back Against Trump March & Rally. indybay.org Winchester Blvd. & Stevens Creek Blvd. | Santa Clara, CA…
(2026-01-12). CNMI leaders warn economic slide could affect US strategic presence in Pacific. asiapacificreport.nz By Mark Rabago, RNZ Pacific Commonwealth of the Northern Marianas correspondent Leaders in the Northern Marianas have warned that a deepening economic crisis in the US territory could begin to undermine civilian systems that support America's long-term strategic presence in the Indo-Pacific. In joint letters sent to US President Donald Trump and Admiral Samuel Paparo,…
(2026-01-12). Israel launches air strikes against Lebanon. aljazeera.com Video shows Israel carrying out back-to-back strikes on the southern Lebanese village of Kfar Hatta.
(2026-01-12). Sudan's army renewing military effort to retake Kordofan, Darfur from RSF. aljazeera.com Mission against the paramilitary Rapid Support Forces would surpass army's recapture of Khartoum state last year.
(2026-01-12). Edging Closer to Armageddon? fpif.org For most of us, Friday, February 6, 2026, is likely to feel no different than Thursday, February 5th. It will be a work or school day for many of us. It might involve shopping for the weekend or an evening get-together with friends, or any of the other mundane tasks of life. But from a world-historical perspective, that day will represent a dramatic turning point, with far-reaching and potentially catastrophic consequences. For the first time in 54 years, the world's two major nuclear-weapons powers, Russia and the United States, will not be bound by any arms-control treaties and so will be legally free to cra…
(2026-01-12). Trump's Arctic Ambitions: Why the U.S. Wants Canada and Greenland. globalresearch.ca U.S. President Donald Trump has long been known for his unconventional political moves and bold geopolitical ambitions. One of the most intriguing and controversial ideas attributed to him is the notion of acquiring Greenland and, more broadly, increasing U.S. influence …
(2026-01-12). China sets first nationwide rules for government investment funds. ecns.cn Five Chinese government departments have jointly issued nationwide guidelines to standardize government investment funds, marking the first time the central government has systematically defined their allocation and strategic focus.
(2026-01-12). AI-driven demand boosts memory stocks: report. ecns.cn Shares of memory and storage companies have broadly risen amid growing AI-related demand, with SanDisk jumping 37.12 percent in a single week as of Friday, according to financial services firm Morningstar Brands.
(2026-01-12). Production mistake turns 'weepy horse' toy into viral hit in China. ecns.cn A toy horse with its mouth accidentally stitched upside down has gone viral on Chinese social media, transforming what was once seen as a manufacturing defect into an unexpected bestseller in Yiwu, the trinket capital of the world in China's Zhejiang Province.
(2026-01-12). Safety concerns on children's products with zinc picolinate. sanews.gov.za Safety concerns on children's products with zinc picolinate | The South African Health Products Regulatory Authority (SAHPRA) has called on the public to return products containing zinc picolinate and selenium, amid safety concerns related to children. | Furthermore, health professionals are requested to cease all distribution, selling, and/or dispensing, and remove all selenium and zinc picolinate-containing products intended for use in children from stores, storage facilities and shelves. | According to SAHPRA, zinc picolinate, at any supplemental dose, can cause side effects that include indigestion, diarrhoea…
(2026-01-12). Palestine's Liberated Prisoners in Cairo. Stability's Mask: Managing the Disappearance of Lives. globalresearch.ca In Cairo, my colleague Jaldia Abu Bakra and I sat with men who had walked out of prison but not into freedom, their eyes carrying the relief of release alongside the ache of uncertainty.
(2026-01-12). Musk 'Grok blocked' as Malaysia, Indonesia take action over 'deepfake' sex images. thecanary.co The governments of Malaysia and Indonesia have blocked access to the X social media platform's 'Grok' AI, citing Elon Musk's refusal to prevent it creating naked or sexually explicit deepfakes. They are the first countries to ban it. The UK far right went into meltdown last week over rumours that Keir Starmer was planning to […] | By
(2026-01-12). Displaced citizens without a vote Myanmar's election. aljazeera.com Many of the millions of people displaced by fighting in Myanmar won't vote in elections held by a military government.
(2026-01-12). Swindon Town Captain Faces Seven-Match Ban Over Controversial Incidents. devdiscourse.com Swindon Town captain Ollie Clarke has been handed a seven-match suspension following incidents deemed inappropriate by the Football Association. The association cited Clarke's actions during a League Cup match as intentional breaches of conduct, involving touching opponents' private body parts.
(2026-01-12). The Two Films Bollywood Must Watch. ummid.com Both films centre Muslim women not as symbols, metaphors or ideological statements, but as protagonists negotiating deeply contemporary realities.
(2026-01-12). Egypt vs Senegal: AFCON semifinal — team news, start time and lineups. aljazeera.com Pre-tournament favourites Senegal face AFCON's most successful team in Wednesday's eagerly awaited first semifinal.
(2026-01-12). Selected Articles: The "Drug Cartels" and The Laundering of "Dirty Money" globalresearch.ca 
By In December 2019, President Donald Trump offered to intervene in Mexico, i.e. "to go after the Drug Cartels." Mexico's president AMLO turned down …
(2026-01-12). Seven Pakistani police officers killed in targeted bomb attack. newarab.com 
Seven Pakistani police officers were killed in a targeted bomb blast on their armoured vehicle on Monday, police in the northwestern Tank district said, as Islamabad contends with a rising wave of militancy. | In a statement, the Islamist militant group Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan claimed responsibility for the attack. | Tank deputy police chief Pervez Shah said five police personnel were killed on the spot after the remote-controlled bomb went off, w…
(2026-01-12). WATCH: Indian rocket launch loses control after liftoff in fresh blow to ISRO. geo.tv 
In this screengrab via video, the ISRO PSLV-C62 is seen lifting off from the Satish Dhawan Space Centre on the island of Sriharikota, India, January 12, 2026. — X/@ANIBENGALURU: An Indian rocket carrying 16 loads of equipment and experiments including an earth surveillance…
(2026-01-12). Here are seven government AI initiatives across the Arab world. newarab.com 
Qatar's government AI programme | Qatar's government AI programme is a national…
(2026-01-12). 'Trump May Visit Next Year': US envoy Sergio Gor as he calls India 'essential friend'. ptcnews.tv PTC News Desk: Amid escalating trade tensions and strained ties US-India ties, the new United States Ambassador to India Sergio Gor called the partnership between both the nations the most 'consequential global partnership of this century' . He further announced that Washington and New Delhi are set to restart their next round of trade deal talks from Tuesday, while adding that the US President Trump is expected to visit India by next year. | Speaking at the US Embassy in Delhi, Gor asserted that Trump's friendship with Prime Minister Narendra Modi is "real" and said that real friends can resolve their differenc…
(2026-01-12). Chris Hedges: Grand Illusion. consortiumnews.com In the end, with weary citizens yearning for extinction, empires light their own funeral pyre. By Chris Hedges ScheerPost "We live in a world in which you can talk all you want about international niceties and everything else, but we…
(2026-01-12). Raging for Renee at Tesla. indybay.org On a day of rage after the fatal shooting of legal observer Renee Good in Minneapolis, the Raging Grannies and The Wolves led a rally in front of the Tesla dealership in Stanford Shopping Center in Palo Alto, CA.
(2026-01-12). Protect Children from Crimes Against Humanity. hrw.org Click to expand Image | Sudanese refugee children from Darfur fly a handmade kite inside the Touloum refugee camp in Wadi Fira province, eastern Chad, November 30, 2025. | © 2025 Amr Abdallah Dalsh/Reuters…
(2026-01-12). Sunday 1/18: Palestinian West Bank: Siege and Resilience: Olive Harvest. indybay.org Palo Alto First Presbyterian Church | 1140 Cowper Street | Palo Alto, CA 94301…
(2026-01-12). 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 (…) | – |
(2012-01-26). Abdul Javed junior wins Islamabad cup snooker championship. tribune.com.pk 
Abdul Javed Junior emerged as the champion of the Islamabad Cup Snooker Championship after defeating Shan Naimat 4—2 in the final played at the Shender 41 Snooker Academy. | The week-long championship was organized by the Islamabad Billiards and Snooker Association (IBSA) under the umbrella of the Pakistan Billiards and Snooker Association (PBSA). | The final match was witnessed by the chief guest, Pakistan Muslim League-N Member of the National Assembly (MNA) Malik Abrar Ahmed. Senior Vice President of IBSA Saleem Akhtar Rana, Secretary Faheem Anwar Khan, President of the Rawalpindi Billiards and Snooker…
(2026-01-12). Jamia Nursery Admission 2026-27: Steps, Link to Apply. ummid.com Jamia Millia Islamia (JMI) is starting the admission process in all schools (Nursery, Prep and Class 1) under its management for the academic year 2026-27 from Tuesday January 07, 2026.
(2026-01-12). Former Labour NEC member Mish Rahman joins the Green Party. thecanary.co The Green Party has gained another high profile defection. Mish Rahman is a former member of Labour's national executive committee. He left the Labour Party in April 2025, accusing it of being: as repugnant as the Tories and Reform — indifferent to suffering, complicit in injustice, devoid of integrity. Rahman's statement on joining the Green […] | By
(2026-01-12). Israelis protest calling for Netanyahu's resignation. albawaba.com ALBAWABA – Protesters erupted at Tel Aviv's Habima Square, calling on the government of Benjamin Netanyahu to step down, Haaretz reported on Jan. 10.The Israeli news agency said that two people were injured after right-wing influencer Roi Star pepper-sprayed them as they attempted to escort him out of the protest.Hareetz said that Star joined the crowd and played a megaphone siren, hoping that people would get scared and leave. Moreover, police subsequently arrested the influencer. Police said they arrested another elderly protester who allegedly attacked the right-wing activist.
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(2026-01-12). The Trump-based International Order. globalresearch.ca The rules-based order is dead. Long live the Trump-based order. | Indeed, the Trump-bases order is THE future. And that is erratic, can change from day to day, as circumstances dictate. If President Trump and his handlers have their way, only …
(2026-01-12). Iran govt declares three days of national mourning for 'martyrs'. geo.tv 
People gather on the streets amid anti-government unrest in Tehran, Iran, in this still image obtained from social media video released on January 8, 2026. — Reuters Rights group reports over 500 deaths during two-week unrest.Internet blackout continues, limiting information flow…
(2026-01-12). As China's companies expand overseas, entrepreneurs want the passports to match. scmp.com With domestic profits narrowing and production capacity expanding, China's firms are continuing to widen their overseas footprints in search of new, more lucrative markets. In this series, we examine China Inc.'s next phase of "going global" and the complex, challenging international environment its companies have chosen to enter. | Chinese national Steve Xie has been doing business overseas for years. His latest venture, a new warehouse in Egypt, will supply electric vehicles and auto parts to…
(2026-01-12). A voice for the unheard in Myanmar: From the Rakhine coast to the frontlines of truth. globalvoices.org 
(2026-01-12). Morocco declares end of seven-year drought after winter rains. newarab.com 
Morocco's seven-year drought has come to an end after abundant rainfall this winter, Water Minister Nizar Baraka said on Monday. | Rainfall levels so far this winter are up 95 percent from a year earlier and 17 percent above the seasonal average, Baraka told members of parliament. | The average dam-filling rate has risen to 46 percent, with several key reservoirs now at full capacity, official data showed. | The rainfall has provided relief to the agricultural sector after years of water restrictions. Seven years of drought had depleted Morocco's dams, cut the wheat harvest, reduced the national cattle herd, caus…
(2026-01-12). US youths called on to advance ties. ecns.cn She said the hospitality of Chinese people, the vitality of Chinese youths and the profound richness of Chinese culture made the visiting delegation recognize how much young people in China and the US share in common.
(2026-01-12). MHT CET 2026 Registration Starts, Link, Steps to Apply. ummid.com The State Common Entrance Test Cell Maharashtra has started online application and registration of candidates appearing in the MHT CET 2026 (PCM and PCB) through its website 'cetcell.mahacet.org' from today i.e. Wednesday January 07, 2026.
(2026-01-12). "Teaching Students to Think for Themselves" Starts with Political Self-Awareness. dissidentvoice.org My nomination for the most predictable platitude invoked by university professors when describing the essence of their job is "teaching students to think for themselves." During my 26 years at the University of Texas at Austin, where I was sometimes accused of politicizing the classroom, I repeated that phrase many times, not as a dodge …
(2026-01-12). Madhya Pradesh: The System Operating Without Accountability. ummid.com Madhya Pradesh is facing a harsh reality these days. Even the most basic needs of common people are not safe anymore.
(2026-01-12). Who is Reza Pahlavi? The exiled prince urging Iranians to 'seize cities'. aljazeera.com The exiled prince calls on Iranians to 'seize city centres' as Tehran accuses him of leading 'terrorist' war.
(2026-01-12). Sunday Science: Little Red Dots – Biggest Breakthroughs in Physics 2025. portside.org Sunday Science: Little Red Dots – Biggest Breakthroughs in Physics 2025 |
(2026-01-12). J.K. Rowling's Iran tweet shows how selective feminism really works. thecanary.co Notorious bigot and transphobe J.K. Rowling has accused her critics of failing to support women in Iran and framed the issue as a moral test. In a classic liberal move, Rowling said: If you claim to support human rights yet can't bring yourself to show solidarity with those fighting for their liberty in Iran, you've […] | By
(2026-01-12). Myanmar begins 2nd phase of election. ecns.cn Voters across Myanmar went to the polls on Sunday for the second phase of the country's multiparty general election, with polling stations opening in 100 townships nationwide.
(2026-01-12). China's daring engineering feat, Malaysia border chaos: 5 weekend reads you missed. scmp.com We have put together stories from our coverage last weekend to help you stay informed about news across Asia and beyond. If you would like to see more of our reporting, please consider subscribing. | 1. China turns mega-project failure into defining moment in modern engineering | China has pulled off a daring underground feat, using a multimillion-dollar tunnel boring machine (TBM) to recover its stranded twin beneath the country's largest river.
(2026-01-12). 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.
(2026-01-12). Russia Must Break the Status Quo. globalresearch.ca Alexander Dugin on why mere preservation leads to defeat. | At times, one may get the impression that we are fighting merely to preserve the status quo, or simply fending off the challenges piling up against us. This is partly true, …
(2026-01-12). German Media Report That Current Frigid Weather Can Be Explained by Arctic Warming! wattsupwiththat.com Frigid tempertures have gripped Central Europe and the population ist struggling to stay warm. Media say it's all part of warming!
(2026-01-12). Weekly Climate and Energy News Roundup. wattsupwiththat.com Quote of the Week: "I haye already placed before the Royal Society an account of some experiments which brought to light the remarkable fact that the body of our atmosphere, that is to say the mixture of oxygen and nitrogen of which it is composed, is a comparative vacuum to the calorific rays [Infrared Radiation], its main absorbent constituent being the aqueous vapor [Water Vapor] which it contains. It is very important that the minds of meteorologists should be set at rest on this subject—that they should be able to apply, without misgiving, this newly revealed physical property of aqueous vapor; for it…
(2026-01-12). Denmark's PM says Greenland showdown at 'decisive moment'. aljazeera.com Denmark is ready to defend its values, Mette Frederiksen says, as Trump renews threats to seize the Danish territory.
(2026-01-12). Qatar discussing hosting rights for 2028 Women's Club World Cup. newarab.com 
When the 2028 Women's World Cup was announced in 2024, FIFA d…
(2026-01-12). Trump Says: "I Do Not Need International Law" to Advance American Interests. "I'm Not Looking to Hurt People." globalresearch.ca The opinions expressed by Donald Trump in an interview with The New York Times on international law, NATO, and Greenland reflect a wider American perspective. Most Americans, regardless of their political beliefs, share similar views on these issues but are …
(2026-01-12). Germany: Mass factory closures in Hesse require an international, socialist response. wsws.org The current wave of plant closures are not just 'regrettable isolated cases,' but rather an expression of a systematic restructuring by big business in the interests of profit.
(2026-01-12). President Trump is Playing with Fire in Nigeria. moderndiplomacy.eu In July 2025, Genocide Watch reported that Nigeria was continuing to grapple with a "genocidal crisis" in which Islamists and jihadists of the Fulani ethnic group were targeting Christians and moderate Muslims in the Northeast, Northwest, and Middle Belt regions of the country. In August 2025, Intersociety, an African non-governmental organization that documents human rights …
(2026-01-12). Kazakhstan: Physical attacks and judicial harassment of LGBTQIA+ defenders Temirlan Baimash, Ardzh Tursynkhan, and Zhanar Sekerbayeva. fidh.org At the end of November 2025, unidentified individuals and state authorities physically attacked Kazakhstani LGBTQIA+ defenders Temirlan Baimash, Ardzh Tursynkhan, and Zhanar Sekerbayeva. The three defenders were subsequently arbitrarily arrested and subjected to judicial harassment. The Observatory for the Protection of Human Rights Defenders (World Organisation Against Torture-OMCT and International Federation for Human Rights-FIDH) condemns the repeated acts of physical and verbal (…) | – |
(2026-01-12). Writers declare solidarity with prisoners on hunger strike for Palestine. aljazeera.com Global writers and scholars have shown their support to hunger striking prisoners from the Palestine Action group.
(2026-01-12). Some US senators skeptical about military options for Iran. newarab.com 
Some US lawmakers in both major parties on Sunday questioned whether military action against Iran is the best approach for the United States as
(2026-01-12). Host Morocco advances to AFCON 2025 Semi Final. ummid.com Defeating Cameroon, Morocco has advanced to Africa Cup of Nations, commonly abbreviated as AFCON, 2025 Semi-Finals for the first time since 2004.
(2026-01-12). Wednesday 1/21: Webinar: "We Can Speak for Ourselves" : A conversation With Palestinian Women. indybay.org Online | www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/webinar-we……
(2026-01-12). Myanmar Rohingya genocide case begins at International Court. aljazeera.com The UN's top court is hearing a genocide case against Myanmar, accused of mass killings of Rohingya Muslims.
(2026-01-12). Seven Refugees Arrested Over Gang-Related Murder in Adjumani. plusnews.ug 
Seven South Sudanese refugees have been arrested following the murder of an 18-year-old youth during a gang-related clash at Nyumanzi Refugee Settlement in Adjumani District. The deceased, identified as Garang Mabior Wuor, a resident of Block A, Cluster 2, Djaipi Sub-County, was attacked on Saturday evening around 7: 45 p.m. during a confrontation between two rival …
(2026-01-12). 5 States Sue Trump Administration Over Frozen HHS Funds For Low-Income Families. newsone.com 
Source: The Washington Post / Getty | New York Attorney General Letitia James is among the five Attorneys general from Democrat-led states suing the Trump administration for freezing funds intended for programs that assist low-income families. |
(2026-01-12). Hainan posts $170 million in duty-free sales in first seven days of 2026. ecns.cn Hainan's offshore duty-free market posted a strong start to 2026, with sales reaching 1.21 billion yuan (about $170 million) from Jan. 1 to 7, according to data released by Haikou Customs.
(2026-01-12). Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney to visit China. ecns.cn Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney will pay an official visit to China from January 14 to 17 at the invitation of Chinese Premier Li Qiang, a Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson announced on Monday.
(2026-01-12). Zarah Sultana endorses Grassroots Left slate for Your Party election. thecanary.co 
Zarah Sultana has announced her endorsement for the new Grassroots Left slate on X, sparking excitement in Your Party proto branches across the country. Ahead of Your Party's Central Executive Committee (CEC) elections in March, Sultana has published a video of like-minded community organisers, teachers, and former Labour members who have committed to ensure that […] | By
(2026-01-12). Thursday 1/15: Panel On The Attack On Healthcare Workers & Patients & The Fight For Single Payer. indybay.org Registration link sdaction.ourpowerbase.net/civicrm/event/……
(2026-01-12). CPI points to stabilization of economy. ecns.cn China's consumer inflation accelerated to its fastest pace in nearly three years in December, official data showed on Friday, signaling a stabilizing economy as recent stimulus measures continued to bolster domestic demand.
(2026-01-12). What Colombia hopes to achieve now ties with US are being restored. colombiareports.com Colombia's Foreign Ministry hopes to restore ties with the United States Government while planning President Gustavo Petro's February trip to the White House. In a press conference, Foreign Minister Rosa Yolanda Villavicencio said that she would seek to "reestablish a constructive and cordial dialogue on an equal footing and at the highest level" to make …
(2026-01-12). 'There's Nothing Better on TV': Behind the Scenes of Industry, the High-Stakes Finance Drama That Has Everyone Hooked. portside.org 'There's Nothing Better on TV': Behind the Scenes of Industry, the High-Stakes Finance Drama That Has Everyone Hooked |
(2026-01-12). New Era of Indo-Russian Aviation: India and Russia Launch Talks to Co-Produce Llyushin Il-114 Aircraft. infobrics.org India and Russia have started preliminary negotiations to co-produce the Il-114 regional aircraft, marking a significant step toward domestic aircraft manufacturing in India and enhanced Indo-Russian aerospace cooperation…
(2026-01-12). Hainan steps up efforts to attract investment and boost consumption after customs operation launch. ecns.cn South China's Hainan Province is stepping up efforts to attract investment and stimulate consumption following the launch of full customs operations for its free trade port, with early data showing gains in tourism, duty-free sales and business activity.
(2026-01-12). AFCON organisers investigate incidents after Algeria-Nigeria clash. newarab.com 
(2026-01-12). In-Tim-I-Dation — brutality drives "domestic ICE terrorism" to shut down mass, anti-MAGA resistance. nationofchange.org Corruptly, stupidly defending massively excess force against a made-up "terrorist" reinforces the ultimate criminality ofMAGA Trump government-driven terrorism, lying the unarmed, unaggressive Good "deserved what she got."
(2026-01-12). EU Commissar Von Der Leyen: Free Speech is a Virus, Censorship the Vaccine. globalresearch.ca Ursula von der Leyen, non-popularly-elected president of the European Commission* and ultra-girlboss extraordinaire, recently came out swinging against free speech in a white-knuckle speech in which she likened "malign information" to a "virus" that society must be inoculated against …
(2026-01-12). Why Europe Says NO to War in Iran: Diplomacy Over Bombs. thinktank.pk In early 2026, amid escalating protests in Iran triggered by economic collapse and a brutal government crackdown, global powers are grappling with how to respond. The demonstrations, which began on December 28, 2025, over the plummeting value of the Iranian rial, have resulted in over 500 deaths and thousands of arrests, drawing international condemnation. While …
(2026-01-12). The Real AI Crisis Is Cultural, Not Technical. fairobserver.com In my previous piece, "Deepfaking It: The New Cultural Crisis No One Is Naming," ChatGPT and I attempted to deconstruct an article by The New York Times that promised — and failed — to provide insight into the methods and techniques that might enable students to identify and deal with the illusions created by AI….
(2026-01-12). Friday 1/16: Virtual Action Hour for Palestine. indybay.org Zoom | afsc.org/events/action-hour-palestine…
(2026-01-12). 70th Anniversary of Montgomery Bus Boycott – Bus Ride to Justice. indybay.org On a warm sunny day in Washington DC, after our Black Agriculture Breakfast Forum during Congressional Black Caucus Foundation Week, I met Fred Gray, Sr., Esq. He remains a special determined son from the blood stain soil in the Heart of Dixie, blessed to have called and his response remains cherished wisdom.
(2026-01-12). Lexington, VA, January 19, 2026: 10th Annual Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Parade! wibailoutpeople.org 
Hi Everyone,Just a quick reminder that it is only one week until we march again in Lexington for justice, love, and equality in the Martin Luther King Jr. Community Parade. Next Monday, January 19, we will again know the feeling of being part of the "beloved community" that is a key piece of Dr. King's …
(2026-01-12). Kevin Cox: South Africa In History's Shadow. newleftreview.org Why is South Africa seemingly still mired in the income and spatial segregation patterns of the apartheid era? Standard explanations focus on the ANC, either as too neoliberal or too statist. Kevin Cox looks instead at the making of classes—and expropriation of African farmers—in conditions of globalization's labour shock.
(2026-01-12). Illinois Challenges Trump's Enforcement Tactics. devdiscourse.com In a significant legal move, Illinois has initiated a lawsuit against the Trump administration, claiming the Department of Homeland Security has employed excessively aggressive and unlawful enforcement methods.
(2026-01-12). Mother Killed in Fight for Museveni T-Shirts in Soroti County NRM Rally. plusnews.ug 
A 28-year-old mother of four, identified as Rose Ajiko, has died after being trampled during a chaotic scramble for yellow T-shirts bearing President Yoweri Museveni's emblem in Asuroi village, Kamuda Parish, Soroti County. The tragic incident occurred on the evening of Saturday, January 10, 2026, at Aminit Primary School, where Patrick Aeku, the incumbent Member …
(2026-01-12). Somalia cancels UAE deals amid tensions over Somaliland, Yemen. newarab.com 
Somalia cancelled all agreements with the United Arab Emirates on Monday amid tensions over "Having carefully assessed recent developments and exercising its constitutional authority, the Council of Ministers has annulled all agreements concluded with the United Arab Emirates," the Somali gove…
(2026-01-12). 'Genius' chimpanzee Ai dies in Japan at 49. geo.tv 
Ai sits in her cell in a picture taken in 2018 at Inuyama in Aichi Prefecture, Japan.— Kyodo Ai, a "genius" chimpanzee who could recognise more than 100 Chinese characters and the English alphabet, has died aged 49, Japanese researchers said.Ai, which means love in…
(2026-01-12). Direct action is quickly becoming the only effective form of protest. thecanary.co Direct action, and the people who undertake it, fascinate me. I sometimes catch myself pretending I could take that step. Then I crash back to reality. Yet the intrigue remains — there's a wild romanticism to the idea of ____ing up your own life in the quest to make someone else's better. But it's not […] | By
(2026-01-12). US Retreat from Global Climate Cooperation Threatens Rights. hrw.org Click to expand Image | Climate activists hold signs during a press conference with House Democrats on COP30 and climate issues outside the US Capitol November 13, 2025. | © 2025 Francis Chung/POLITICO via AP Images…
(2026-01-12). Israel advances 'fatal' settlement plan for occupied East Jerusalem. aljazeera.com Israel's plan for 9,000 units at Jerusalem airport is a move to sever the city from the West Bank, analyst says.
(2026-01-12). Statewide Fight Data Centers Day of Action Rally in Madison Feb. 12, 2026. wibailoutpeople.org 
(2026-01-12). NEET UG 2026 Registration: NTA Issues Guidelines. ummid.com The National Testing Agency (NTA) has issued important guidelines for the candidates ahead of the National Eligibility-cum-Entrance Test (NEET UG 2026) online application and registration.
(2026-01-12). No More Trade War? EU China Align on Electric Vehicle Price Solutions. thinktank.pk In a significant development for the global automotive industry, the European Union and China are making strides to ease tensions over subsidized electric vehicles (EVs). This move could reshape the EV landscape, fostering innovation while protecting jobs and ensuring balanced trade. As the demand for sustainable transportation surges, understanding this evolving partnership is crucial for …
(2026-01-12). Top 2025 matriculants spell out recipe for success. sanews.gov.za Top 2025 matriculants spell out recipe for success | South Africa's top matric achievers for 2025 have spelled out the key attributes required for academic excellence: a strong support system, hard work, focus and determination. | On Monday, 40 of the country's top learners were celebrated as the cream of the crop for the 2025 National Senior Certificate exams — an achievement not to be taken lightly, as they wrote exams with at least 900 000 other candidates. | A learner, who had to lean particularly hard on her support system, is Simesihle Khuzwayo from King Bhekuzulu College in KwaZulu-Natal, who fell il…
(2026-01-12). Wisconsin: Stop Assembly Bill 672! Stop Attacks on Freedom of Speech and Expanded Surveillance! Contact Legislators and Gov. Tony Evers NOW! wibailoutpeople.org 
ALERT DETAILS This coming Wednesday January 14, the Wisconsin Assembly is set to consider AB 672, a bill that would dangerously curtail freedom of speech and increase options for government surveillance of individuals in Wisconsin. The bill has been fast-tracked and will be considered by the Committee on Criminal Justice and Public Safety in an executive …
(2026-01-12). Unmanned transport plane makes maiden flight in Shaanxi. ecns.cn The Tianma 1000 unmanned transport plane made its maiden flight from an airport in Shaanxi province, on Jan 11, 2026.The Tianma 1000 unmanned transport plane made its maiden flight from an airport in Shaanxi province on Sunday morning, according to China North Industries Group Corp.
(2026-01-12). 'Deeply concerned' Ofcom raises formal investigation into Musk's porn problem. thecanary.co 
The UK's independent communications regulator Ofcom has announced it has opened a formal investigation into Elon Musk's X. This comes in response to overwhelming reports of Grok AI "being used to produce undressed images of people and sexualised images of children", with the regulator now looking to determine whether X has breached the UK's Online […] | By
(2012-01-26). Swiatek avoids setting goals for 2026. tribune.com.pk 
Iga Swiatek heads into Melbourne Park with the Australian Open title the only gap on her Grand Slam resume, but the world number two is keen to avoid setting herself targets for the new season and says her main goal is to improve her game. | The 24-year-old Pole has won majors on the hard courts of Flushing Meadows, the Paris clay and the grass of Wimbledon but has never managed to reach the final at the year's opening Grand Slam, going out twice in the semi-finals. | "For now I'm not setting results goals," she told Polish sports news website Sportowy24 last month. | "I am focusing on developing technically a…
(2026-01-12). Trump reiterates intention to acquire Greenland 'one way or the other'. independent.co.ug 
WASHINGTON | Xinhua | U.S. President Donald Trump on Sunday once again claimed that the United States will acquire Denmark's Greenland "one way or the other." Speaking aboard Air Force One, Trump said that with regard to Greenland, he was not considering leasing or short-term arrangements, but "acquiring" the territory. "We're talking about acquiring, not …
(2026-01-12). South Korea Probes Drone Incident After North Korea Airspace Claim. moderndiplomacy.eu South Korean authorities have launched an investigation into allegations by North Korea that drones violated its airspace, with a particular focus on whether civilians may have been responsible. The Defence Ministry said the probe follows accusations from Pyongyang that unmanned aircraft crossed the border, an incident that risks adding fresh strain to already fragile inter-Korean …
(2026-01-12). Genesis Behind the American Onslaught on Latin America. ummid.com In essence it is not a strategic or geopolitics blitzkrieg, which Doanld Trump has launched against the Latin American countries but this bombastic show is essentially for the control of the global rare earth minerals.
(2026-01-12). 15,000 New York City nurses poised to strike for safe staffing. wsws.org Nurses at private nonprofit hospitals throughout the city and on Long Island must organize immediately to repel management's attacks and defeat the New York State Nurses Association's dogged attempts to sabotage their strike.
(2026-01-12). 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.
(2026-01-12). Laura Pidcock speaks about Declassified UK's upcoming summit Challenging the War Machine. thecanary.co On Saturday 31 January, Declassified UK, an independent media organisation whose journalism exposes the UK's role in the world, will hold a major summit — Challenging the War Machine at EartH Hackney in London. Laura Pidcock, co-director of Declassified UK, said: The global rules-based order has been blown apart and rendered meaningless by the genocide […] | By
(2026-01-12). DU Admission Brochure 2026 Released: Key Points to Note. ummid.com The Delhi University (DU) Vice Chancellor Prof Yogesh Singh has published the DU Admission Brochure 2026 on its official website, explaining the admission process, eligibility criteria, how Common Seat Allocation System – CSAS (UG) 2026 works and other details for undergraduate (UG) students.
(2026-01-12). Japan's Remilitarization is a Danger to the World. counterpunch.org 
Japanese PM Sanae Takaichi stunned the world when she declared publicly in the Japanese legislature, that a Taiwan contingency could constitute a "survival threatening situation" that would allow Japanese military intervention in "collective defense". Words matter. Especially when they are words with legal force, uttered in an official capacity. These words are legal terms of art
(2026-01-12). Improve Party conduct by curbing graft. ecns.cn China's 15th Five-Year Plan (2026-30) is expected to be tied to the country's push toward high-quality development and national rejuvenation.While economic growth and technological breakthroughs are important targets, one of the foremost priorities of the Communist Party of China is ensuring unblemished Party conduct."ÄÄ"ÄÄFor the CPC, good Party conduct is the backbone of governance.
(2026-01-12). Over 100 flights cancelled at Frankfurt Airport in Germany as heavy snow disrupts operations. ptcnews.tv PTC Web Desk: Heavy snowfall disrupted operations at Germany's busiest airport on Sunday, forcing the cancellation of more than 100 flights at Frankfurt Airport, officials said.Airport operator Fraport confirmed that 102 flights had already been cancelled out of the 1,052 scheduled for the day, after snow accumulated on runways, making take-offs and landings unsafe. The company warned that the number of cancellations could rise further as poor weather conditions persist.According to Fraport, airport crews are working to clear snow from the runways, but continuous snowfall has made the task challenging, slowing d…
(2026-01-12). Fortress America and Trump's Grand Strategy of Denial. "Coercing China" globalresearch.ca The "Trump Doctrine" is all about the US' continued military overmatch vis-à -vis China together with placing the US in a position where it can complementarily deny China access to the energy and markets.
(2026-01-12). AI Deepfake Scandal Explodes in Asia — Two Nations Take Emergency Action. thinktank.pk In a bold move that signals rising impatience with unchecked AI capabilities, two Southeast Asian nations have imposed temporary blocks on a widely used generative AI chatbot. The decision stems from repeated instances of the tool being exploited to create non-consensual, sexually charged alterations of real people's photographs—often targeting women and, alarmingly, minors. The Spark: …
(2026-01-12). Are we overestimating the value of AI? aljazeera.com Billions are being poured into advancing AI, despite big losses. Is an AI bubble forming, and what happens if it bursts?>
(2026-01-12). US surges hundreds more agents to Minneapolis amid furore over ICE killing. scmp.com Hundreds more federal agents were heading to Minneapolis, the US homeland security chief said on Sunday, brushing aside demands by the Midwestern city's Democratic leaders to leave after an immigration officer fatally shot a woman protester. | In multiple TV interviews, Kristi Noem defended the actions of the officer who shot and killed 37-year-old Renee Nicole Good, whose death has sparked renewed protests nationwide against President Donald Trump's immigration crackdown.
(2026-01-12). Burlington, WI, Feb. 24, 2026: Trivia for Change Black History and American Stories. wibailoutpeople.org 
Event: www.facebook.com/share/p/1AtcyLmoa1/ Event by BCD Racism Low Daily's weekly trivia night is getting a special guest host On Tuesday, February 24, BCDR will be hosting a thoughtfully curated trivia night centered on Black history, culture, and American stories that have shaped both our nation and our local community. Expect questions that highlight: -Key moments in …
(2026-01-12). Despite Russia failure, EU plans repeating sanctions attack on US as revenge for Greenland. hindustantimes.com European officials are reportedly exploring unprecedented economic and security retaliation options in response to Donald Trump's renewed push to bring Greenland under U.S. control, but such measures remain at the level of internal brainstorming rather than agreed policy. According to these accounts, ideas range from sanctions on major U.S. tech and financial firms to even questioning the long‚Äëterm status of some U.S. military basing arrangements in Europe, highlighting how sensitive Greenland has become inside the trans‚ÄëAtlantic relationship.
(2026-01-12). Thursday 1/22: Webinar: Report back from our 77th Delegation to Palestine. indybay.org Online | www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/d77-report……
(2026-01-12). Demand to Close GITMO Unanswered After 24 Years. indybay.org Human rights activists called for the closing of Guantánamo prison on the 24th anniversary of its first opening.
(2026-01-12). Assessing Albanese's royal commission into Bondi Beach attack. onlineopinion.com.au This Bondi massacre royal commission may yet do important work. But poor preparation and political manoeuvring have already weakened its foundations.
(2012-01-26). WATCH: Mohammad Rizwan retired out during BBL 15 clash. tribune.com.pk 
Melbourne Renegades on Monday controversially retired Mohammad Rizwan during their Big Bash League (BBL) 15 clash against Sydney Thunder, triggering strong reactions from fans during the 33rd match of the tournament at Sydney Showground Stadium. | The Pakistan wicketkeeper-batter was called back to the pavilion midway through the Renegades' innings to make way for captain Will Sutherland, a rare tactical move known as being "retired out" under modern T20 playing conditions. | www.instagram.com/reel/DTZ_8o5j_nq/ | A video released by the Big Bash League on social media showed Sutherland signalling Rizwa…
(2026-01-12). How the rich are fuelling the climate crisis for everyone else. aljazeera.com Billionaires own assets that emit more carbon in minutes than others do in lifetimes. The poor pay the cost.
(2026-01-12). Oakland Anti-ICE Protest Targets Federal Building. indybay.org anti-ICE action in the East Bay…
(2026-01-12). Trump: We Are Going to Be Doing Something With Greenland. news.antiwar.com President Donald Trump threatened that he was willing to take control of Greenland the "hard way." "I'm not talking about money for Greenland yet. I might talk about that. But right now we are going to do something on Greenland, whether they like it or not," the President said Friday. "I would like to make …
(2026-01-12). Why Greenland matters now; Trump, Arctic security, and U.S Strategic Priorities. moderndiplomacy.eu The recent remarks made by President Donald Trump that the United States should own Greenland to stop the further influence of Russia and China have brought this far-off Arctic island back to the international limelight. Greenland is a sparsely populated territory with a harsh environment that has suddenly become a hotspot in U.S. foreign policy …
(2026-01-12). Power restored in Sharjah after hours-long outage hits residential, commercial centres. geo.tv 
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(2026-01-12). What Did Workers Have to Say in 2025? ips-dc.org
(2026-01-12). UN top court set to open Myanmar Rohingya genocide case. aljazeera.com Rohingya refugees in Bangladesh hope for justice as the ICJ begins its first full genocide case in more than a decade.
(2026-01-12). Sunday 2/8: ICE Out of Super Bowl Protest. indybay.org 2800 Mission College Blvd, Santa Clara…
(2026-01-12). Del. student's nonprofit grows from 300 to nearly 58,000 users, expanding free STEM access globally. whyy.org 
What are journalists missing from the state of Delaware? What would you most like WHYY News to cover? For many students, academic enrichment — especially in science, technology, engineering and math, or That inequity is what pushed Satya Kokonda, a sophomore…
(2026-01-12). Somaliland: Longtime Zionist Colonisation Target. scheerpost.com " In one of the scariest moments in modern history, we're doing our best at ScheerPost to pierce the fog of lies that conceal it but we need some help to pay our writers and staff. Pl…
(2026-01-12). Man detained after driving truck through anti-Iran protest in Los Angeles. aljazeera.com Police respond after a truck drives down a street filled with demonstrators marching in support of the Iranian people.
(2026-01-12). Zelenskiy Urges Global Support for Iranian Protests. devdiscourse.com In a powerful address, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy has urged the international community to back the ongoing protests in Iran. He highlighted the oppressive nature of the Iranian government, which not only affects its own citizens but also has detrimental implications for other countries, including Ukraine.
(2026-01-12). Watch: Venus at Superior Conjunction with Sun Tonight. ummid.com The Planet Venus is at Superior Conjunction with the Sun tonight i.e. Tuesday January 06, 2026.
(2026-01-12). China's Claim of Mediating between India and Pakistan. globalresearch.ca Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi
(2026-01-12). Wednesday 1/28: Virtual Delegation – Wadi Fouqin. indybay.org Online | www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/virtual-de……
(2026-01-12). Powell says Federal Reserve subpoenaed by Trump Justice Department. ecns.cn Federal Reserve Chairman Jerome Powell revealed Sunday that the central bank had been subpoenaed by the Justice Department, blasting the move as part of President Donald Trump's extraordinary pressure campaign on U.S. monetary policy decisions.
(2012-01-26). Sabalenka returns for another Australian Open title. tribune.com.pk 
World number one Aryna Sabalenka enters the Australian Open in her familiar role as the hot favourite but unlike in the past two years the powerful Belarusian arrives without a title to defend or the momentum of a winning run in Melbourne. | The twice champion's 20-match winning streak at the season's opening major was snapped in the title clash 12 months ago when American outsider Madison Keys denied her a successful defence and a rare three-peat last achieved by Martina Hingis in 1999. | Sabalenka shrugged off that disappointment as well as losing in the French Open final and Wimbledon semi-finals to secure…
(2026-01-12). Families hope for a miracle at site of Philippines garbage landslide. aljazeera.com Rescuers are searching for survivors days after a mountain of garbage collapsed at a landfill site in the Philippines.
(2026-01-12). Neo-Liberalism Meets Religious Extremism: Bangladesh's Fragile Future. counterpunch.org 
Following Sheikh Hasina's removal from the position of Prime Minister of Bangladesh, Muhammad Yunus assumed leadership of a non-partisan interim government. His strategy for political survival involved forming alliances with Islamist parties and cultivating strong connections with global neo-liberal forces. A notable early sign of the interim government's inclination to accommodate religious fundamentalist elements was
(2026-01-12). Barcelona retiene título de Supercopa de España de fútbol. cubadebate.cu Con un doblete del brasileño Raphael Dias, el Barcelona aventajó hoy 3-2 al Real Madrid para retener el título de la Supercopa de España de fútbol. Raphinha aprovechó un error en el pase de su compatriota Rodrygo Silva para desequilibrar el superclásico con su primer gol a los 36 minutos, en el Alinma Stadium.
(2026-01-12). 64 SNB: Avanza Villa Clara a los playoffs con paso seguro. cubadebate.cu Los Leopardos de Villa Clara siguieron hoy su marcha obstinada hacia la postemporada de la 64 Serie Nacional de Béisbol, tras vencer 8-2 a los Alazanes de Granma y reafirmar su fe competitiva. En el estadio Augusto César Sandino, la tropa naranja volvió a rugir y dejó claro que no piensa soltar el hilo de la esperanza.
(2026-01-12). Barcelona retiene título de Supercopa de España de fútbol. cubadebate.cu Con un doblete del brasileño Raphael Dias, el Barcelona aventajó hoy 3-2 al Real Madrid para retener el título de la Supercopa de España de fútbol. Raphinha aprovechó un error en el pase de su compatriota Rodrygo Silva para desequilibrar el superclásico con su primer gol a los 36 minutos, en el Alinma Stadium.
(2026-01-12). "Ilustrísimo Donald" : La cosa que no nos gusta a los cubanos. cubadebate.cu Cuando Fidel Castro Ruz afirma que a los cubanos hay una cosa que no nos gusta, en el tono y los ademanes de un líder como él, no está haciendo un alarde personal de lo que en esta tierra se denomina "guapería de barrio".
(2026-01-12). "Ilustrísimo Donald" : La cosa que no nos gusta a los cubanos. cubadebate.cu Cuando Fidel Castro Ruz afirma que a los cubanos hay una cosa que no nos gusta, en el tono y los ademanes de un líder como él, no está haciendo un alarde personal de lo que en esta tierra se denomina "guapería de barrio".
(2026-01-12). Barca triumph over Real Madrid in Saudi Arabia Super Cup final. newarab.com 
Barcelona retained the Spanish Super Cup with a thrilling 3-2 Clasico win over Real Madrid in Raphinha struck twice for the Catalans with Robert Lewandowski also on target as they beat Xabi Alonso's team for a record-extending 16th triumph, despite Frenkie de Jong's late red card. | After Raphinha sent Barcelona ahead Vinicius Junior pulled Madrid level with a fine individual goal to kick-start a frenetic end to the first half in Jeddah. | Lewandowski chipped Barca back in front bu…
(2012-01-26). Barcelona clinch Spanish Super Cup final. tribune.com.pk 
Barcelona retained the Spanish Super Cup with an entertaining 3-2 Clasico win over Real Madrid in the final here on Sunday. | Raphinha struck twice for the Catalans with Robert Lewandowski also on target as they beat Xabi Alonso's team for a record-extending 16th triumph, despite Frenkie de Jong's late red card for a foul on Kylian Mbappe. | The French forward could only feature in the final stages as a substitute after a knee sprain, with the defeat likely to bring back recent doubts around Madrid coach Xabi Alonso's future. | After Raphinha sent Barcelona ahead, Vinicius Junior pulled Madrid level with a fin…
(2026-01-12). Somaliland, Israele prepara il nuovo punto di rottura. strategic-culture.su L'intenzione di Israele è chiara: quest'area geografica del Golfo di Aden segna l'accesso al Mar Rosso e quindi al Canale di Suez. | Segue nostro Geografie pericolose | Nel 1944, mentre la guerra infuriava in Europa e in Asia, e quattro anni prima della creazione dello Stato di Israele, un gruppo che affermava di rappresentare i rifugiati ebrei durante la guerra si rivolse al governo etiope per richiedere un rifugio nella provincia orien…
(2026-01-12). 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.
(2026-01-12). 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.
(2026-01-12). Thursday 1/15: Thursday Human Billboard for Palestine. indybay.org üìç El Cerrito Plaza San Pablo Ave and Carlson, in front of Daiso üï∞…