(2026-07-17). Trump accuses China of 2020 election interference, contradicting US intel. tribune.com.pk 
US President Donald Trump declassified documents on Thursday that he asserted showed Chinese interference in US elections, reviving his long-running attacks on election security despite a US intelligence assessment that found no evidence Beijing affected the 2020 vote that he lost. | The 25-minute prime-time address underscored Trump's effort to make election security a central political issue ahead of November's midterm elections, when his fellow Republicans will be defending their slender congressional majorities. | Trump used his remarks to again press Republicans in Congress to p…
(2026-07-17). Trump claims China interfered in 2020 US election. geo.tv US President Donald Trump speaks about election security during an address to the nation from the East Room of the White House in Washington, D.C., US, July 16, 2026. — Reuters WASHINGTON: US President Donald Trump declassified intelligence on Thursday that he said showed…
(2026-07-17). In fiery TV address, Trump accuses China of 'largest election data hack in history' | Watch, USA, Xi. hindustantimes.com U.S. President Donald Trump has alleged that members of the American intelligence community's "Deep State" concealed information about China's alleged interference in the 2020 U.S. presidential election. In a national address on election integrity, Trump claimed newly released documents show intelligence agencies suppressed key findings about Beijing's alleged efforts to influence the election and withheld the information from both the President and Congress. Trump announced investigations involving the Office of the Director of National Intelligence (ODNI), Department of Justice (DOJ), FBI and CIA, seeking to de…
aljazeera.com (2026-07-17). Iran war live: US kills 8 people in sixth consecutive night of strikesThe United States has carried out major strikes on Iran for the sixth night in a row, killing at least eight people and wounding 20 others. | Officials in southern Iran's Bandar Abbas report that civilian infrastructure, including power facilities and a train station, has been hit.
(2026-07-17). They pressured Carter to invade Kharg Island too. He didn't. responsiblestatecraft.org The president was in a humiliating bind. The American people were obsessed with the harrowing images of blindfolded and bound hostages beamed into their homes by the nightly newscasts, and they prayed their government would find a way to free them. Desperate for a way out, some White House advisers prodded the president to go to war.This is not the story of the Trump administration, which is trapped in a quagmire of the president's own creation. It is the dilemma that swallowed President Jimmy Carter from November 4, 1979, when hundreds of militant Iranian students overran the U.S. embassy in Tehran and took…
(2026-07-17). DoD scrambles for new drone plans as Iran shoots down costly Reapers. responsiblestatecraft.org The Bunker
(2026-07-17). Iran launches fresh attacks after sixth day of US strikes. geo.tv Smoke rises following a strike at an unknown location during what the US military says is its latest wave of strikes on Iran, hitting "Iranian military targets such as coastal surveillance and air defence sites, military logistics infrastructure, and maritime capabilities," in this still…
(2026-07-17). Chabahar burns, Lorestan shakes: Iran threatens to seal Hormuz if US attacks continue. hindustantimes.com Reports indicate U.S. strikes targeted multiple locations in Iran, including a maritime control tower at Chabahar Port and a site in Lorestan Province, while Iranian officials assess the reported damage. Meanwhile, Iran's Revolutionary Guards claimed they struck a U.S. military facility in Syria's Al-Tanf region, alleging significant damage and casualties. The United States has not confirmed those claims. Iran also says it remains in control of the Strait of Hormuz and has warned it could disrupt oil and gas exports if U.S. military operations continue. Watch the latest developments and regional updates.
(2026-07-17). Oil rises on intensifying US-Iran hostilities, threat of Red Sea closure. tribune.com.pk 
Oil prices inched up on Friday after the US and Iran stepped up attacks across the Gulf, with their broken truce limiting oil flows out of the Strait of Hormuz and with Tehran asking the Houthi organisation to stand ready to shut the Red Sea export route. | Brent crude futures rose 7 cents, or about 0.08%, to $84.30 a barrel at 6: 32 GMT, while US West Texas Intermediate futures gained 16 cents, or 0.2%, to $79.11 a barrel. | Both benchmark contracts have climbed nearly 12% this week, with Brent on track for a third consecutive weekly gain and…
(2026-07-17). US hits bridges, transport links in latest strikes on Iran. geo.tv An image from a US military handout video showing what it said was a missile launched as part of strike on Iran. — ReutersIran responds by striking US airbase in Jordan with ballistic missiles.Kuwait and Bahrain activate air defence measures following Iranian attacks.Iran warns…
(2026-07-17). Hormuz: Trump may Resort to even more reckless Escalation. juancole.com The Conversation) — In a moment of brazen hubris in the Oval Office last year, US President Donald Trump Now, more than a year later, it is Tru…
(2026-07-17). Anti-War Action Network Grows With Second National Conference. popularresistance.org Chicago, IL — On July 11 and 12, the Anti-War Action Network (AWAN) held its second national conference in Chicago. Reflecting AWAN's growth of 11 more committees since its founding conference in 2025, over 250 participants gathered from more than 24 local anti-war groups from across the U.S. | As a grassroots, nationwide network, AWAN unites anti-war, pro-Palestine and student groups from across the country. The network's growth follows a year of victorious campaigns led by AWAN affiliates and coordinated days of action responding to Trump's aggression against Iran, Venezuela and Cuba.
(2026-07-17). Decree-Laws facilitate implementation of transformations in Cuba. radiohc.cu The Council of State of Cuba, in an extraordinary session, approved two new decree-laws as part of the process of implementing economic and social transformations in the country. | According to the Cuban legislature's website, the meeting was chaired by Esteban Lazo, president of the aforementioned body of the National Assembly of People's Power, which represents the Assembly between sessions. | The Council of State approved the decree-law "On the Cuban State Business System" and the "Amendment to Decree-Law No. 76 on Agricultural Cooperatives," addressing the need to update the regulatory framework governing the…
(2026-07-17). El arte de sembrar tabaco. radiohc.cu 
Cuando hablamos con productores de tabaco conocemos que no hay atajos en el cultivo de la hoja de oro; su producción es un arte manual que comienza en el semillero y no termina hasta que la hoja curada alcanza la perfección. | Detrás de cada cultivo, de cada capa destinada al torcido de un habano, hay un ejército de hombres y mujeres que contra viento y marea, se empeñan en mantener viva una tradición que es el principal rubro exportable de la agricultura cubana. | Entre ellos están Yuerqui Tamayo Herrera y Jorge Luis Arjona Vinajera productores bayameses de las Cooperativa de Producción Agropecuaria Alcibiades B…
(2026-07-17). Cienfuegos celebró aniversario 63 de la Unión de Periodistas de Cuba. radiohc.cu Imprescindible el encuentro con nuestro Comandante en Jefe, Fidel Castro Ruz en el año de su centenario y la vinculación en los congresos de la Unión de Periodistas de Cuba (UPEC) legándonos ideas que hoy son más vigentes que nunca. | Así expresó en la ciudad cubana de Cienfuegos el miembro del Comité Provincial del Partido Comunista de Cuba, Serguei Martín Guerra en el resumen del acto conmemorativo del aniversario 63 de la Unión de Periodistas de Cuba. | Serguei resaltó que Fidel entendía la comunicación, como el termómetro que mide el pulso del pueblo, porque gobernar en Revolución es comunicar con transparenc…
(2026-07-17). Una escuela para la inclusión social. radiohc.cu 
El aprendizaje para cualquier persona posibilita la capacidad de socializarse en todos los espacios y la manera de solucionar los avatares de la vida cotidiana con herramientas y habilidades cognitivas hasta donde las condiciones físicas de cada individuo lo permita. | De esa forma se ha reforzado e intensificado la Educación Especial en Cuba, un tipo de enseñanza para dar acceso al cien por ciento de la población a las escuelas, sin importar raza, credo, orientación sexual y limitaciones físicas. El triunfo de la Revolución el 1ro de enero de 1959, trajo cambios radicales para la enseñanza con la apertura de may…
(2026-07-17). Mandela y Fidel: dos hombres unidos por profundas convicciones. radiohc.cu Una gran amistad, basada en la admiración, respeto mutuo y profundas convicciones, unió a dos hombres de talla universal, el luchador antiapartheid Nelson Mandela y el líder histórico de la revolución cubana, Fidel Castro. | Nos separan pocas horas del Día Internacional de Nelson Mandela, que desde 2010 se celebra cada 18 de julio; una ocasión propicia para abordar la extrañable relación entre ambos estadistas y entre los pueblos cubano y sudafricano. | Para Mandela los cubanos ocupaban un lugar especial en el corazón de los pueblos de àÅfrica, y calificaba a la revolución como una fuente de inspiración par…
(2026-07-17). White House actively discussing sending ground troops to Iran. wsws.org This dangerous escalation would be a desperate response to the failure of the US war to overturn the Iranian regime.
(2026-07-17). Thursday 7/16: Gaza World Cup 2026 Closing Ceremony — World Cup Simulation. indybay.org Online | phoenixhub.co/afsc-final-event-live/…
2026-07-16: 3 Dead in 7 Days: Ice Killings Ignite Nationwide Uprising | W/ Karina Garcia
Protests are erupting across the United States in response to the deaths of three immigrant workers in just seven days at the hands of federal agents, with a national day of action to Stop ICE Terror planned for July 18. Karina Garcia, an organizer with the Party for Socialism and Liberation, says "both parties have been playing up this war on immigrants to distract from their inability to address the problems facing working families in this country.
(2026-07-17). The suffering in Gaza is far from over: ICRC Regional Director. icrc.org
(2026-07-17). As humanitarian crisis reaches "critical" stage, NYT reports "Marco Rubio is Running Venezuela" wsws.org Billions in Venezuelan assets withheld from earthquake relief, debt payments prioritized over reconstruction, and oil wealth redirected to Wall Street all demonstrate that US operations have nothing to do with aiding the population…
(2026-07-17). Venezuela earthquake: ICRC mobilizes rapid response in support of the Venezuelan Red Cross‚ÄØ. icrc.org
(2026-07-17). IEA chief warns Strait of Hormuz crisis threatens global energy security. aljazeera.com Fatih Birol says 'oil security is still a critical issue' and world should be 'worried' if situation does not improve.
(2026-07-17). International Shipping Firms Shun US-Controlled Hormuz Corridor. popularresistance.org International shipping companies are avoiding crossing the Strait of Hormuz through the US-controlled alternative corridor that runs along the Omani coastline due to fears of Iranian strikes, sources told Reuters on 16 July. | After a series of Iranian strikes on ships attempting to bypass the Iranian-designated shipping channels as mandated in the Iran—US memorandum of understanding (MoU), shipping companies are reassessing the safety and viability of US military escort through the strait. | "The US doesn't seem to have any control over the situation," one shipping source said.
(2026-07-17). China sees over 22.9m foreign arrivals in H1. ecns.cn Foreign arrivals to China reached 22.914 million in the first half, up 20.6 percent.
(2026-07-17). Trump 'pissed off' by Netanyahu's criticism of proposed F-35 sale to Türkiye: report. tribune.com.pk 
US President Donald Trump was "pissed off" by Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's public criticism of a proposed US sale of F-35 fighter jets to Türkiye, the Axios news site reported Thursday. | Citing two White House officials, the news outlet said no meeting had been scheduled despite reports in Israeli media that Trump would host Netanyahu on Monday. | One official reportedly said that Trump was angered by Netanyahu's remarks during a Fox News interview shortly before the US president traveled to Ankara for the July 7-8 NATO summit. | A second official said Trump believed Netanyahu had "no righ…
(2026-07-17). China encourage retirees to assist in cases involving minors. ecns.cn China's Supreme People's Court and six other government and social organizations have issued new guidelines encouraging retired professionals to participate in judicial protection work involving minors, the court said on Friday.
(2026-07-17). North Korean leader Kim Jong Un meets with top Chinese official. aljazeera.com The meeting comes after Xi visited Kim, promising closer diplomatic, law enforcement and military cooperation.
(2026-07-17). Chris Hedges Report: Rebuilding 'Home' In The 21st Century. popularresistance.org Forced to leave her home country due to political and economic repression under the dictatorship of Recep Tayyip Erdogan, Turkish author Ece Temelkuran sought an understanding of how a population can be led down the path to fascism. Whether it is under Narendra Modi in India, Erdogan in Turkey or Donald Trump in the United States, she found that the stages are very similar and so are the mistakes people make along the way. Temelkuran strives to provide readers with an understanding of the roots of the fascist new world order and the language necessary to change direction.
(2026-07-17). China's Moonshot unveils world's largest open AI model, closing in on US rivals. tribune.com.pk 
Chinese AI startup Moonshot on Friday unveiled Kimi K3, a 2.8 trillion-parameter model that it said is the world's largest open-weight AI system and delivers performance approaching United States giant Anthropic's frontier Fable model. | The launch, which comes a month after Anthropic's Fable and Mythos models were abruptly withdrawn by the US government due to security concerns, underscores how quickly China's open AI ecosystem is narrowing the gap with the most advanced US systems. | Companies including Moonshot, Z.ai and MiniMax are releasing increasingly powerful models at sharply lower cost, challenging l…
(2026-07-17). Billions of people go to bed hungry every day, says UN deputy secretary-general. ecns.cn Today, one in 10 people across the world still lives in extreme poverty, 2.3 billion people go to bed hungry every night, and more than 2 billion people still lack access to safe drinking water, UN Deputy Secretary-General Amina Mohammed said Thursday.
(2026-07-17). Remand extended in foreign women's case. tribune.com.pk 
(2026-07-17). Xi says AI presents opportunities, governance challenges. ecns.cn Chinese President Xi Jinping said on Friday that the world has entered an unprecedentedly vigorous period of innovation in artificial intelligence (AI) technologies, bringing great opportunities and governance challenges.
(2026-07-17). Milwaukee: NO WAR ON IRAN! Banner Drop July 17, 2026. wibailoutpeople.org Bridge at N Lincoln Memorial Drive and Lagoon Drive | Milwaukee 7: 30 P.M.
(2026-07-17). Macroeconomic symposium reviews China's first-half economy. ecns.cn The "China's Economy: Outlook and Analysis" macroeconomic symposium (Summer 2026) was co-hosted in Beijing on Thursday by the Academy of Macroeconomics of the National Development and Reform Commission (NDRC) and the Journal of Macroeconomics.
(2026-07-17). Malir river bridge to close for two days for expressway construction. tribune.com.pk 
Traffic on both carriageways of the Malir River Bridge on the National Highway will remain temporarily closed from 7am to 7pm on July 18 and 19 due to development and construction work related to the under-construction Malir Expressway project, according to a press release issued on Friday by Karachi Traffic Police. | The press release said the closure would be in effect within the jurisdiction of the Malir City Traffic Section to facilitate the safe, effective and timely completion of the development work. | According to the traffic police, motorists travelling from Quaidabad should take a U-turn on Shaheed Z…
(2026-07-17). The Cost of Politics Is Showing Up on Your Electric Bill. wattsupwiththat.com Why has Janelle Stelson aligned herself with failed federal policies that have been proven to make energy more expensive? The choice is simple: Pennsylvania can build on what works, or face higher utility bills, steeper prices for everyday goods, and less reliable power.
(2026-07-17). Support the Safer Beauty Bill Package – 15 July 2026. indybay.org "The Safer Beauty Bill Package builds on the progress made through the Modernization of Cosmetics Regulation Act of 2022 by closing critical gaps in federal cosmetic safety law. Together, the bills would ban 18 of the most hazardous chemicals used in cosmetics, strengthen protections for communities disproportionately exposed to harmful chemicals, improve ingredient transparency, and increase supply chain transparency so companies can make safer products. Congress needs to hear from the communities you represent, and your voice can help make that happen."
(2026-07-17). Hawaiian Workers Join ILWU Local 6 Strike Against C&H ASR Fanjul Refinery in Crockett. indybay.org Hawaiian workers who are members of ILWU Local 142 in Hawaii flew to the US and Crockett to support the ILWU Local 6 strikers at the C& H refinery. It use to handle sugar cane from the Islands but the owners shut it down to move for non-union labor in the Philippines.
(2026-07-17). Tuesday 7/28: Resilient Comedy. indybay.org Eclectic Box | 446 Valencia St (between 15th and 16th Streets) | SF, CA 94103…
(2026-07-17). Shut down plants and workplaces amidst spreading toxic air! wsws.org Wildfire smoke from Canada and Minnesota has given Detroit the worst air quality in the world. The International Workers Alliance of Rank-and-File Committees calls for workers to take independent action to protect their health and lives.
(2026-07-17). Rubio, Miller host fascist conference at State Department. wsws.org The most chilling remarks came from Stephen Miller, who presented a Nazi-style characterization of the "left" as a biological deformity that had to be eliminated.
(2026-07-17). Senate Democrats cover for Trump's violent assault on immigrants, democratic rights at Blanche hearing. wsws.org During nearly five hours of questioning, Democrats remained virtually silent on ICE murders, National Guard deployments and the prosecution of left-wing opponents of the Trump administration.
(2026-07-17). Catastrophic Bangladesh floods kill over 50 people. wsws.org The same failures recur every monsoon: breached embankments, inadequate drainage, delayed relief and infrastructure designed to serve commercial interests rather than human need.
(2026-07-17). Thousands Take to the Streets in Maine: 'A Man Was Lynched Here!' Johan Sebastián Durán Guerrero. wibailoutpeople.org 
Demonstrators outside of an ICE field office in Scarborough, Maine, on July 14. | JOSEPH PREZIOSO/AFP/Getty Images…
(2026-07-17). Iraq: Photography Award 2026. icrc.org International Committee of the Red Cross & Iraqi Red Crescent Society…
(2026-07-17). Transport monetisation for judicial officers initiated. tribune.com.pk 
The Lahore High Court (LHC) has rolled out a Transport Monetisation Policy enabling judicial officers serving in the district judiciary across Punjab to purchase their officially allotted vehicles at depreciated rates. | As part of the new arrangement, judicial officers will no longer be entitled to official fuel, maintenance or driver facilities for personal use. The policy has been enforced with retrospective effect from July 1 this year. | In place of these benefits, they will receive a monthly transport allowance, the amount of which will be fixed by the competent authority and revised from time to time in…
(2026-07-17). Protesters speak out against ICE murders in Houston, Texas and Biddeford, Maine. wsws.org WSWS reporters spoke to protesters in Houston, Texas and Biddeford, Maine this week, the sites of two daylight murders of workers on their way to work by ICE gestapo agents.
(2026-07-17). Yangtze River Delta launches first China-Kyrgyzstan-Uzbekistan multimodal freight train. ecns.cn The first China-Kyrgyzstan-Uzbekistan freight train under a logistics contracting model departed from Jinhua South Railway Station in east China's Zhejiang Province on Thursday.
(2026-07-17). In the Wake of Fatal ICE Shootings, Democrats Drag Their Feet. theintercept.com 
(2026-07-17). Landslide buries houses, traps people in southwest China's Chongqing. ecns.cn A landslide struck the Pengshui Miao and Tujia Autonomous County in southwest China's Chongqing early this morning, damaging multiple houses and burying an unknown number of people, CCTV News reported.
(2026-07-17). Truth Social to sell trading firms 'fastest' access to Trump's posts. tribune.com.pk 
Trump Media & Technology Group has unveiled a paid-for, licensed data feed that will give banks and trading firms "the fastest" access to posts from influential Truth Social accounts, such as President Donald Trump's, whose posts often move global markets. | The product, called "Truth API," will deliver posts from the 10 most influential accounts to customers at a significantly faster pace than a regular push notification on the Truth Social platform, a spokesperson said. | The feed is designed for organisations "most impacted by the cost of a delay in information", such as algorithmic trading firms, the compa…
(2026-07-17). Pakistan Embassy in Washington hosts annual Mango Festival. tribune.com.pk 
The Embassy of Pakistan in Washington hosted its annual Mango Festival, a flagship cultural event that drew hundreds of Americans, members of the US administration, lawmakers and their staffers, diplomats, the think tank community, and the Pakistani-American community. | According to a press release issued on Friday by the Embassy of Pakistan in Washington, guests experienced Pakistani culture and cuisine, with the aroma of ripe mangoes featured as a central part of the celebration. | The event featured Pakistani mango varieties including Chaunsa, Anwar Ratol and Sindhri. The embassy said the mangoes were serv…
(2026-07-17). 2026 World Cup final: What to know ahead of Spain-Argentina clash. tribune.com.pk 
The 2026 FIFA World Cup final brings together two of international football's most successful nations, Spain and Argentina, whose rivalry has been remarkably even over the decades. | Spain are seeking their second World Cup title, while defending champions Argentina are bidding for a fourth crown and a second consecutive triumph. | If successful, Argentina would become the first nation since Brazil in 1962 to retain the World Cup and only the third team to win back-to-back titles after Italy (1934, 1938) and Brazil (1958, 1962). | Here is a look at both teams' route to the final and their head-to-head record.
(2026-07-17). Thursday 7/30: Mennonite Action Mass Call. indybay.org Online | actionnetwork.org/events/july-2026-mass-……
(2026-07-17). FBI arrests alleged Jaggu Bhagwanpuria aide Nitish Kaushal in Vermont during organised crime crackdown. ptcnews.tv PTC Web Desk: The US Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) has arrested alleged gangster Nitish Kaushal in Vermont as part of an ongoing operation targeting international organised crime networks with links to India. Kaushal is believed to be associated with jailed Punjab-based gangster Jaggu Bhagwanpuria.The arrest comes under the FBI's Operation Hard Wall, a campaign focused on dismantling criminal organisations allegedly involved in violent offences and cross-border illegal activities. Notably, Nitish Kaushal had been added to the FBI's Most Wanted list just two days before he was taken into custody.The FBI h…
(2026-07-17). Man held for shooting friend. tribune.com.pk 
Police arrested a man accused of shooting and injuring his friend in Mughalpura. | According to the police, the suspect, Ali Akbar, allegedly took his friend, Tayyab, away from his home before shooting him. The victim's family was informed by a hospital that he had been admitted with a gunshot wound. The police said the bullet entered through Tayyab's back and exited through his abdomen. | Doctors declared him out of danger. The Mughalpura police arrested the suspect in a raid and seized the pistol allegedly used in the attack. The police said Akbar had previous criminal record.
(2026-07-17). Truth Social to sell fastest access to Trump's posts for traders. geo.tv The Truth social network logo is seen on a smartphone in front of a display of former U.S. President Donald Trump in this picture illustration taken February 21, 2022. — Reuters Truth Social launches paid Truth API for banks and trading firms.Service offers faster access…
(2026-07-17). Thursday 7/16: Assisting the Coral St. Refugees and Documenting Police Crimes. indybay.org Coral and Limekiln gathering…then along coral St. in front of the Housing Matters (aka Funding Matters) povery-pimpery-complex…
(2026-07-17). For Whom the Strait Tolls. juancole.com London (Special to Informed Comment; Feature) — US President Donald Trump startled shipping companies and foreign governments earlier this week by
(2026-07-17). Thursday 7/16: Haiti & The Crisis In The Caribbean. indybay.org 518 Valencia | San Francisco, CA…
(2026-07-17). Johnson Says Pentagon Needs More Money for 'Fighting Communism on Our Own Shores'. portside.org Johnson Says Pentagon Needs More Money for 'Fighting Communism on Our Own Shores' |
(2026-07-17). Workers and Community Members Take the Streets Across Wisconsin to Demand: Stop ICE! Justice Now! (Photos and protest Info). wibailoutpeople.org 
(2026-07-17). New WHO guidelines: up to 45% of dementia risk could be prevented or delayed. ecns.cn The World Health Organization (WHO) launched updated guidelines on dementia prevention on Wednesday, confirming that up to 45% of dementia risks are modifiable, enabling effective prevention and delay of the disease.
(2026-07-17). Politicians Should Stop Hiding Behind the "Two-State Solution" Fantasy. indybay.org Far-fetched, evasive, delusional…
(2026-07-17). America's Imperial Wars, from Korea to Iran. juancole.com ( Okay, okay, I take back that "only" and admit it. It's not good to joke about the nightmare of gas prices these days. But in truth, that may indeed still prove to be the good news, since Donald Trump remains at war (or perhaps at chaos) with Iran, a country a mere 6,300 miles or so from Washington, D.C., and so cruc…
(2026-07-17). Earth's magnetic field acts as shield against solar wind: study. ecns.cn Samples returned by China's Chang'e 6 lunar mission have revealed that the far side of the Moon is struck by solar wind particles at nearly its full speed, while the Earth-facing near side receives solar wind that has been slowed by almost half, according to a study published in Nature Geoscience on Wednesday.
(2026-07-17). Yaasuf Somali Clan of The Abaskuul Jidwaaq. Clan in Dhagaxle District of the Faafan Region. indybay.org The Yaasuf are a proud sub-clan of the Abaskuul Jidwaaq. They live in the fertile Dhagaxle district of the Fafan Zone in the Somali Region of Ethiopia.
(2026-07-17). K-P outlines security, political roadmap. tribune.com.pk 
Khyber-Pakhtunkhwa Information Minister Shafi Jan, alongside Provincial Minister for Au-qaf Adnan Qadri, addressed a press conference Thursday to outline the provincial government's legisla-tive agenda, security strategy, and political roadmap, while also weighing in on recent controversial statements by Jamiat Ulema-e-Islam-Fazl (JUI-F) chief Maulana Fazlur Rehman. | Shafi Jan stated that martyrs belong to everyone and are a source of pride for the nation, urging Maula-na Fazlur Rehman to refrain from issuing statements of a particular nature. However, he emphasized that no one could question the JUI-F chief'
(2026-07-17). Saturday 7/18: Ceasefire Postcards Pop Up. indybay.org 1122 University Ave, Berkeley CA…
(2026-07-17). 10 injured in cylinder explosion. tribune.com.pk 
At least 10 people suffered severe burn injuries when a gas cylinder exploded at a sweets and fast food shop near Chungi No. 5 in Burewala, triggering panic in the area. | According to officials, Rescue 1122 teams rushed to the spot, provided first aid to the victims and shifted them to the Burewala Tehsil Headquarters (THQ) Hospital. | The force of the blast shattered the glass windows of nearby shops, drawing a large crowd to the location. | Police cordoned off the site, collected evidence and launched an investigation. | Preliminary findings suggest the explosion was caused by a gas cylinder, though the pol…
(2026-07-17). Dar attends WAIC opening ceremony in Shanghai after Pakistan joins WAICO. tribune.com.pk 
Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar, along with the Pakistani delegation, attended the opening ceremony of the 2026 World Artificial Intelligence Conference (WAIC) in Shanghai on Friday, a day after Pakistan became a founding member of the World Artificial Intelligence Cooperation Organisation (WAICO). | Dar is in China on a two-day visit to attend the 2026 WAIC and formalise Pakistan's participation in the newly established organisation. Dar would represent Pakistan at engagements focused on artificial intelligence, emerging technologies, and international cooperation. | Deputy Prime Minister…
(2026-07-17). Wednesday 7/22: "End the ICE Age" Campaign Launch Call. indybay.org Online | detentionwatchnetwork.app.neoncrm.com/fo……
(2026-07-17). Saturday 8/8: Navigating Divorce and Family Law: Support and Solutions (Free Virtual Workshop). indybay.org Family law and divorce can be particularly hard to navigate. There can come up a lot of questions about your children, your safety, your immigration status, and how to navigate the divorce process when you don't have access to funds. For people on dependent visas, and for survivors of abuse, the cost of asking the wrong person can feel higher than the cost of staying silent. | The India Community Center, the Asian Pacific American Bar Association of Silicon Valley (APABA SV), and the South Asian Bar Association of Northern California (SABA-NC) are co-hosting a free virtual workshop with two California attorn…
(2026-07-17). The 13th China Acrobatic Exhibition to be held in Guangxi. ecns.cn The 13th China Acrobatic Exhibition, co-hosted by the Ministry of Culture and Tourism and the Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region People's Government, will run from July 21 to August 15 in Nanning and Beihai.
(2026-07-17). After NYC elections, Jacobin offers services of DSA to Democratic establishment, union bureaucracy. wsws.org Jacobincites recent DSA election victories to argue, in the form of friendly advice, that the Democratic Party establishment and trade union bureaucracy should not be distracted by the supposed "socialism" of the DSA. For their own good, they must instead embrace the DSA and accept the organization's offer to lend them a "left" cover.
(2026-07-17). Two disease outbreaks in New York City highlight a prioritization of profit over health. wsws.org The spread of two diseases in New York City, Legionnaires' disease and Cyclosporiasis, highlights the failure of the capitalist system to mount effective measures to control known threats to human health and life.
(2026-07-17). Activists Throw Wet Blanket on FERC's "Blanket Certificate Policy" Changes. indybay.org As they have for the past decade, the environmental activist group Beyond Extreme Energy (BXE), along with other frontline groups, has protested, demonstrated, and attended the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) monthly public meetings to bring before the commission their concerns regarding an end to fossil fuel expansion.
(2026-07-17). China's industrial robot exports rise 18.6% in first half of 2026. ecns.cn China's robotics industry recorded strong export growth in the first half of 2026, fueled by continuous technological innovation and competitive pricing in overseas markets.
(2026-07-17). Wednesday 7/15: Panel: "What's Happening At Pacifica & The Fight For Democratic Control" indybay.org To Join The Zoom | us02web.zoom.us/j/84954958968…
(2026-07-17). South Australian nurses to vote on sellout union-Labor government agreement. wsws.org In June, limited 24-hour strikes at Lyell McEwin Hospital and Flinders Medical Centre demonstrated nurses' determination to fight, even as the union leadership worked to keep these actions isolated and under tight bureaucratic control.
(2026-07-17). Qinghai ranks second nationwide in wind and solar resources: survey. ecns.cn Qinghai Province in Northwest China ranks second nationally in total developable wind and solar resources and holds the top spot for solar thermal potential, according to a pilot survey released Thursday.
(2026-07-17). India launches first hydrogen-powered train in clean energy push. tribune.com.pk 
India launched its first hydrogen-powered train on Friday, joining a small group of nations testing the technology as part of efforts to decarbonise rail transport and cut dependence on fossil fuels. | The project is part of a broader push to modernise one of the world's largest rail networks while reducing carbon emissions. | The 10-coach train runs along an 89-kilometre (55-mile) route between Jind and Sonipat in India's northern state of Haryana, powered by a 1,200-kilowatt hydrogen fuel cell propulsion system. | Officials described the system as the world's most powerful for a train. | Hydrogen trains use…
(2026-07-17). Main structure of Anshun-Panzhou Major Bridge completed>. ecns.cn Located in the Wumeng Canyon in Panzhou City, Guizhou Province, the Anshun-Panzhou Major Bridge bridge stretches? 2,289.5 meters, with the highest main pier reaching 171 meters.
(2026-07-17). China launches desalination plan to bolster water security in coastal regions. ecns.cn China has issued a national action plan to speed up development of its seawater desalination industry, setting a target of more than 4.5 million tonnes of desalination capacity per day by 2030, the country's top economic planner, the National Development and Reform Commission (NDRC), said.
(2026-07-17). 29 countries sign agreement to establish global AI organization. ecns.cn Twenty-nine countries signed an agreement in Shanghai on Thursday to establish the World Artificial Intelligence Cooperation Organization (WAICO), an independent intergovernmental body aimed at promoting international cooperation and global governance on artificial intelligence.
(2026-07-17). How three Ivorian firms are competing with global brands. aljazeera.com Homegrown firms are gaining ground in Ivory Coast's fuel, finance and cosmetics sectors.
(2026-07-17). Goa's forgotten orchata drink lives on in family kitchens. aljazeera.com Once reserved for elite Catholic households, this almond drink survives thanks to Goans preserving tradition.
(2026-07-17). Over 100 wildfires prompt Algeria to urgently recall civil protection personnel. tribune.com.pk 
Algeria issued an urgent order Thursday recalling personnel across 45 provinces as the country battled more than 100 wildfires amid an intense heat wave. | The Civil Protection Directorate said all personnel in the 45 provinces, along with members of the National Training and Intervention Unit, were required to report immediately to their duty stations to raise preparedness and reinforce firefighting operations. | The order followed a warning from the National Meteorological Office that temperatures could reach 48C (118.4F) or higher in some areas through at least Sunday. | According to the latest official tal…
(2026-07-17). Foreign investment increases $160 bln in Jan-May: regulator. ecns.cn Foreign investment into China across all categories recorded a net increase of about $160 billion in the first five months of 2026, significantly outperforming the same period last year, the country's foreign exchange regulator said on Friday.
(2026-07-17). Support an End to Secrecy on this World UFO Day — 2 July 2026. indybay.org "Corporament" secrecy is a long-standing problem. There are secret documents, technologies, etc. that, if available, could allow us, as Human Beings, to become petrochemical-free within a short period of time; however, due to the aforementioned secrecy, this information is hidden from us. This action statement hopefully will inspire conversations about freedom and secrecy in so-called "free and open societies" & cause us to further explore the ideas contained below.
(2026-07-17). China's Xi calls for 'secure, controllable' AI as competition with US grows. tribune.com.pk 
China's President Xi Jinping on Friday called for developing "secure and controllable" artificial intelligence (AI) amid the growing competition in high tech with the US. | Xi made the remarks televised live at the World AI Conference in China's financial hub Shanghai. | At the event, he announced the establishment of the World Artificial Intelligence Cooperation Organisation, comprising 29 nations and which will be headquartered in Shanghai. | The world has entered an "unprecedentedly vigorous period of innovation" in AI technologies, bringing great opportunities as well as governance challenges, he said. | X…
(2026-07-17). 2026 World Artificial Intelligence Conference opens in Shanghai. ecns.cn An opening ceremony for the 2026 World Artificial Intelligence Conference (WAIC) was held in Shanghai.
(2026-07-17). Three-year-old child drowns in pond. tribune.com.pk 
(2026-07-17). United Auto Workers and United Steelworkers announce new deal at Dana, rush contract votes. wsws.org Voting is set to begin Friday on the deal, which increases top pay to $30 an hour by 2030 for current workers but expands the tier system and offers no job protections as parts suppliers slash costs through AI and automation.
(2026-07-17). John Esposito transformed how the West understood Islam. aljazeera.com The pioneering scholar, who died on July 15, challenged Orientalist orthodoxies and reshaped the study of Islam.
(2026-07-17). Israeli settlers attack Sinjil town in occupied West Bank. aljazeera.com Clashes erupted after Israeli settlers attacked the outskirts of the occupied West Bank town of Sinjil.
(2026-07-17). The operational and humanitarian consequences of disregard for the rules of war are both devastating and accelerating. icrc.org Remarks delivered by Elyse Mosquini, Permanent Observer to the UN, for the High-level Panel 2 of the 2026 ECOSOC Humanitarian Affair Segment in New York, 18 June 2026.
(2026-07-17). How Michigan's Earned Sick Time Act (ESTA) law was manipulated to rob Nexteer workers of 32 vacation hours. wsws.org When 1,700 workers at Nexteer Automotive in Saginaw, Michigan opened their first paychecks after the UAW narrowly rammed through a fourth contract, they found that 32 hours of vacation time had disappeared.
(2026-07-17). 8 rescued after landslide hit SW China. ecns.cn As of 11: 38 a.m on Friday, a total of 8 people have been rescued from a landslide that hit Pengshui Miao and Tujia Autonomous County in southwest China's Chongqing, according to local authorities.
(2026-07-17). Wednesday 8/19: Oakland Privacy: Fighting Against the Surveillance State. indybay.org Please email contact@oaklandprivacy.org a few days before the meeting to get up-to-date location information or obtain Zoom meeting access info.
(2026-07-17). Canada wildfire smoke blankets US Midwest, Northeast with hazardous air. geo.tv The Statue of Liberty in Jersey City, New Jersey, and the One World Trade Centre tower in New York City are seen through a cover of wildfire smoke from New York Harbour, US, July 16, 2026. — Reuters'This is climate change that people breathe,' says expert.Elderly, medically vulnerable…
(2026-07-17). High-tech innovation conference in Tianjin releases industry-science integration initiative. ecns.cn The 2nd (2026) High-Tech Innovation and Development Conference opened Thursday at the National Convention and Exhibition Center in Tianjin, drawing more than 20 academicians and over 100 experts and scholars.
(2026-07-17). German intelligence service removes Sozialistische Gleichheitspartei from extremist watchlist. wsws.org Germany's domestic intelligence agency has removed the Sozialistische Gleichheitspartei from its list of so-called "left-wing extremist" organisations following a years-long legal and political campaign, after the courts had previously upheld its surveillance on the basis that Marxist ideas themselves were deemed anti-constitutional.
(2026-07-17). Sunday 7/26: Crafts As Resistance: Free Craft Night In Dolores Park. indybay.org Mission Dolores Park, San Francisco (Near Helen Diller Park)…
(2026-07-17). Why is Pakistan's Sindh province facing a major child HIV outbreak? aljazeera.com The latest outbreak linked to a Karachi hospital is the newest in a series that experts say reflects systemic failures.
(2026-07-17). China foreign exchange regulator expects foreign investment inflows to continue improving. ecns.cn Foreign investment into China is expected to continue its positive trend in the future, supported by industrial upgrading, institutional opening-up and the resilience of the yuan, a spokesperson for the country's foreign exchange regulator said on Friday.
(2026-07-17). International Chinese education conference held in Kunming. ecns.cn The 2026 "Understanding Contemporary China" International Chinese Education Conference and Annual Academic Meeting of the Virtual Teaching and Research Center opened in Kunming, southwest China's Yunnan Province, on Thursday.
(2026-07-17). Podcast host's bail plea dismissed. tribune.com.pk 
A magisterial court on Thursday dismissed the bail application of a podcast host arrested in a case registered under the blasphemy law and Prevention of Electronic Crimes Act (PECA). | The court held that the defence had failed to establish the absence of connection of the accused with the allegations included in the FIR. | Judicial Magistrate Muhmmad Naeem Wattoo ordered that "without expressing any opinion on the ultimate merits of the case, I am of the tentative view that no case for extraordinary concession of post-arrest bail is made out. Consequently, the instant bail petition is dismissed."
(2026-07-17). Texas floods ravage through southwestern areas of state. aljazeera.com At least 2 people are dead, and over 200 were rescued in catastrophic floods in the Texas Hill Country region.
(2026-07-17). Why So Many Latin Americans Are Rooting Against Argentina in the World Cup. portside.org Why So Many Latin Americans Are Rooting Against Argentina in the World Cup |
(2026-07-17). Imperialism And The Moral Decay Of The West. popularresistance.org The irreversible decline of the U.S. empire's global hegemony is not merely an economic or technological issue. Such an reductionist approach would prevent us from grasping the full scope and the many dimensions of this slow but inexorable decline. It is also a military issue: the inability to win wars, continually highlighted by analysts in that country and confirmed in recent days by the setback suffered by Washington (and its cronies in Tel Aviv) in the war against Iran. | It is also political, because one of the consequences of the dictatorship of capital that underlies the logic of the empire has been the gr…
(2026-07-17). Help Build the 6th Annual Blake Family Block Party (August 29, 2026)! Donate Now. wibailoutpeople.org 
Mukwa We are honored this year to collect the funds for the annual 6th Blake Family Block Party held in Kenosha Wisconsin August 29, 2026. Help us uplift this community building event by donating here! Check can be sent to Mukwa with on the check memo 'Mutual Aid' or 'Blake Family Block Party'.8333 Bemidji Ave. …
(2026-07-17). Gunboat or showboat: Can the Navy truly sustain a long war with Iran? responsiblestatecraft.org A
(2026-07-17). Thursday 7/16: Palestine Working Group. indybay.org Zoom | www.codepink.org/pal_working_group…
(2026-07-17). Tuesday 7/21: The Children Caught in the Trump ICE Crackdown. indybay.org Virtual | RSVP: events.propublica.org/trump-deportation-……
(2026-07-17). Which players are favourites to be FIFA World Cup 2026 award winners? aljazeera.com Lionel Messi and Kylian Mbappe are among the biggest stars expected to walk away with at least one individual award.
(2026-07-17). Three motorbikes fall into sinkhole. tribune.com.pk 
A section of a road near Nishtar Colony caved in, causing three motorcycles to fall into a sinkhole. | Rescue 1122 teams reached the scene and pulled out the motorcycles a crane. According to rescue officials, no injury was reported. | The affected stretch of road was temporarily closed as authorities assessed the damage and implemented safety measures. The cause of the cave-in was not immediately clear. | Rescue data showed that 251 road traffic crashes were reported in Lahore on Thursday, which affected 294 persons. | As per the data, at least 16 people died, whereas 1,483 were injured in 1,298 road traffic…
(2026-07-17). Andy Burnham to be made UK Labour leader on way to becoming prime minister. geo.tv Andy Burnham, British member of parliament for Makerfield, delivers a speech at the People's History Museum in Manchester, Britain, June 29, 2026. — Reuters'King of the North' to be elected Labour leader.Election final step before becoming prime minister.Labour lawmakers want to know…
(2026-07-17). China leads global growth in concentrated solar power capacity. ecns.cn China has become one of the world's leading sources of newly added concentrated solar power (CSP) capacity, with 24 projects totaling 2.1 gigawatts in operation and another 26 projects with 3.2 GW under construction, according to data released by the China Electricity Council.
(2026-07-17). Ukraine's defense minister walked into Zelensky corruption buzzsaw. responsiblestatecraft.org Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has fired Defense Minister Mykhailo Fedorov as part of a larger government shakeup, setting the stage for an ugly political fight from which Zelensky will likely emerge victorious but not unbruised. Of all the things that have been
(2026-07-17). Lindsey Graham Was The Face Of The Duopoly. popularresistance.org Lindsey Graham, South Carolina's republican senior senator, passed away suddenly on the evening of July 11, 2026. Earlier that day he had returned from Ukraine, where for years he made the case for funding the anti-Russia proxy war and proclaimed that Ukrainians would fight, "to the last person." There are many dead Ukrainians who acted as Graham predicted while others who are less willing are being snatched off the street and sent to the front despite their protestations. | Graham was consumed with the imperialist, white supremacist mind set and went to great lengths to defend Israel and claimed that the state h…
(2026-07-17). Sunday 7/19: John Lewis Weekend of Action: San Rafael. indybay.org San Rafael Civic Center Farmers Market…
(2026-07-17). Brazilian football legend Pele's World Cup shirt sells for $4.9m. aljazeera.com The sale is a record for the Brazilian footballing great, but far from the most expensive piece of sporting memorabilia.
(2026-07-17). Golden snub-nosed monkeys enjoy summer cool in central China. ecns.cn The Shennongjia golden snub-nosed monkey is the world's only population of the Hubei subspecies of the Sichuan golden snub-nosed monkey. It is also an indicator species for biodiversity conservation in Shennongjia.
(2026-07-17). Thursday 7/16: The AFL-CIO "Solidarity Center" & Why Is Trump Funding It? indybay.org
(2026-07-17). ABC, NBC, CNN do not air Trump's election-security speech live on primary channels. tribune.com.pk 
Two of the three major United States television networks and CNN did not broadcast a prime-time address on Thursday by President Donald Trump on their primary platforms, drawing a rebuke from a president who has placed unprecedented pressure on American media. | The speech focused on election security, four months before the critical midterm elections. | During his speech, Trump said that networks that did not air his speech were engaged in a "plot" and should have their licenses revoked. "In a rare move NBC and ABC fake news have both said they would not cover this speech," he said, adding, "Fraud like this s…
(2026-07-17). Democracy summit marks America's 250th anniversary by looking beyond the celebration. whyy.org From Philly and the Pa. suburbs to South Jersey and Delaware, what would you like WHYY News to cover? As Philadelphia marks the nation's 250th anniversary, civic leaders, elected officials, judges, journalists and scholars gathered for two days to debate one question: What does American democracy need to survive its next 250 years? | Hosted by the Committee of Seventy, "The Promise of Democracy: 250 Years and the Path Ahead" brought together experts on elections, media, government and civic engagement. | Here are the major takeaways from the summit. | 1. Democracy isn't…
(2026-07-17). UC Healthcare Workers Demand Freedom For Dr Abu Safiya & All Palestine Healthcare Workers. indybay.org UC healthcare workers spoke out at the UC Regents meeting to demand that they support the freedom of Palestinian Dr. Abu Safiya and the more than 400 Palestinian healthcare workers who have been jailed, tortured and face death.
(2026-07-17). 'Trump Accounts' are symbolic, not effective at closing wealth gap. aljazeera.com The wealth gap is wider than it's been in three decades.
(2026-07-17). Wrong, USA Today, There's No Evidence that Climate Change Will Cause Higher Water Bills. wattsupwiththat.com USA Today's readers deserve better than speculative headlines built on hypothetical futures. They deserve reporting grounded in observed data, historical context, and the recognition that climate models are tools for exploring possibilities, not crystal balls predicting tomorrow's water bill.
(2026-07-17). China's unicorn startups hit 376 by end-2025, ranking second globally. ecns.cn China's unicorn enterprises totaled 376 by the end of 2025, up 35 from a year earlier, with combined valuation exceeding $1.4 trillion, according to an industry report released on Thursday.
(2026-07-17). Saturday 7/18: Coffee & Conversation About Reparations. indybay.org International Cafe at 508 Haight Street, San Francisco…
(2026-07-17). Australian government cynically tries to distance itself from war on Iran. wsws.org Labor is presenting itself as a bystander to an illegal war that it has enthusiastically supported and actively participated in, including through the deployment of troops and military hardware.
(2026-07-17). Ukraine: Intensifying hostilities claim dozens of lives, deepen trauma for civilians. icrc.org
(2026-07-17). Ukraine: "I don't just want to get around. I want to walk properly again" icrc.org
(2026-07-17). Uganda, Rwanda, and Burundi: January to December 2025 Facts & Figures. icrc.org
(2026-07-17). Ethiopia: ICRC provides seeds and fertilizers to 132,000 people. icrc.org
(2026-07-17). ICRC Hosts High-Level Dialogue with Diplomatic Community on Cyber Warfare and IHL. icrc.org
(2026-07-17). Thursday 7/23: The Clift Royal Sonesta Hotel's Redwood Room "Redwood Room After Dark" indybay.org
(2026-07-17). Global mayors gather in southwest China to promote sustainable urban development. ecns.cn
(2026-07-17). Thursday 7/16: The Clift Royal Sonesta Hotel's Redwood "Redwood Room After Dark" indybay.org
(2026-07-17). ICRC working paper on six ICT-related threats faced by civilian populations. icrc.org
(2026-07-17). Iran: ICRC delivers 18 tonnes of humanitarian supplies to support emergency response. icrc.org
(2026-07-17). Immersive Technology: See What We See. Understand What We Do. icrc.org
(2026-07-17). ICRC Advances Efforts to Adopt African Union Declaration to Strengthen IHL on the Continent. icrc.org
(2026-07-17). Sudan: 42,000 people assisted with food in Al Obeid amid growing humanitarian needs. icrc.org
(2026-07-17). Frequently asked questions: The ICRC's approach to confidentiality. icrc.org
(2026-07-17). Libya in 2025: Standing alongside communities affected by conflict and violence. icrc.org
(2026-07-17). Search Continues for People Missing in Connection with Armed Conflicts of the 1990s and August 2008 and their aftermath. icrc.org
(2026-07-17). South Sudan at 15: A humanitarian journey through conflict, resilience and hope. icrc.org
(2026-07-17). Thirty-one years apart: A mother and son find each other again. icrc.org
(2026-07-17). Who Helps the Helpers? Mental Health and Psychosocial Support for Frontline Responders in Northeast Nigeria. icrc.org
(2026-07-17). ICRC Brings Humanitarian Perspectives on Unmanned Systems to World Peace Forum. icrc.org
(2026-07-17). Russia: ICRC president focuses on respect for international humanitarian law, access to prisoners of war during visit to the Russian Federation. icrc.org
(2026-07-17). ICRC gathers Caribbean representatives to strengthen IHL implementation. icrc.org
(2026-07-17). Russia: ICRC president arrives in Moscow to discuss critical humanitarian issues. icrc.org
(2026-07-17). La cooperazione tecnologica russo-cinese e il programma Rassvet. strategic-culture.su La Russia e la Cina stanno ampliando la loro cooperazione in tutti i settori, nonostante le minacce di sanzioni da parte dell'Occidente | Segue nostro Quando la Russia ha iniziato l'Operazione Militare Speciale in Ucraina nel 2022, non pensava di dover affrontare un lungo conflitto ad alta intensità e il suo arsenale spaziale era inadeguato. I principali sistemi di comunicazione militare di Mosca…
(2026-07-16). Iran continues to talk to US, wants to make a deal, White House says. tribune.com.pk 
The White House on Thursday said Iran continued to talk to the ‚Å US and wanted to make a deal, despite the US launching strikes on Iran after the latter violated the memorandum of understanding by firing on commercial vessels in the Strait of Hormuz. | "I've spoken with the president about this … Iran very much continues to talk to the United States of America and express that they want to make a deal with us because they are suffering devastating blows on behalf of our United States military," White ‚Å House | spokesperson Karoline ‚Å Leavitt said while…
(2026-07-16). Iran threatens regional strikes if US hit civilian sites. newarab.com 
Iran has threatened to retaliate with hitting infrastructure in the region if the US continues to strike important sites, as tensions remain ogoing. | This live blog has now ended, and will resume tomorrow morning.
| Iran has issued a warning to the US that it will "crush the region's infrastructure" if it carries out any strikes on Iran's civilian sites, after the US military launched attacks for the fifth night in a row, reportedly on Qeshm Island, Bandar Abbas, and Chabahar. | There have been a series of reported US projectiles hitting the vicinity of Qeshm Island, following Iran's warning. | Kuwait and…
(2026-07-16). Iran will 'neutralise US interventions in the region', says army spokesperson. tribune.com.pk 
Spokesperson for the Iranian army Brigadier General Mohammad Akaminia stressed over Iran's strategy in controlling the Strait of Hormuz, and said that "We will undoubtedly resist until the end and will neutralize US' interventions in the region," according to IRNA on Thursday. | Spokesperson for the Islamic Republic of Iran Army Brigadier General Mohammad Akaminia, stresed Iran's definitive strategy in controlling the Strait of Hormuz, and said: "We will undoubtedly resist until the end and will neutralize US' interventions in the region." pic.twitter.com/wOBJtiY6qj | — IRNA News Agency ‚ò&a…
(2026-07-16). JD Vance Says Israeli Officials Are Pressuring U.S. to Prolong Iran War. scheerpost.com Joshua Scheer Vice President JD Vance has made one of the most striking public acknowledgments yet of tensions between Washington and Israel over the future of the Iran conflict, claiming that members of the Israeli government are actively working to keep the United States engaged in an open-ended military campaign. In an interview with podcaster …
(2026-07-16). 'Go to hell': JD Vance lashes out at Israelis smearing Iran MoU. newarab.com 
JD Vance said members of the Israeli government were trying to derail Iran negotiations and prolong the war, adding: those behind the campaign can "go to hell". | US Vice Speaking during a three-hour interview on The Joe Rogan Experience, Vance said…
(2026-07-16). Vance says some in Israeli govt sought to sway US on Iran deal. geo.tv 
US Vice President JD Vance discusses anti-fraud initiatives during a visit to Wisconsin Air National Guard's 128th Air Refueling Wing at Milwaukee Mitchell Airport in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, US July 8, 2026. — ReutersVance says some Israelis sought prolonging military campaign.President…
(2026-07-16). Breaking: Iran goes ballistic, attacks Trump's Gulf allies as US launches 2nd attack wave in 24 hrs. hindustantimes.com Tensions in the Middle East escalated further as the U.S. launched another round of strikes on Iranian targets, while Iran responded with missile and drone attacks targeting American military assets in Kuwait, Bahrain and Iraq. Reports of explosions near Erbil and renewed exchanges have raised fears of a wider regional conflict.
(2026-07-16). Marco Rubio is now targeting activists in the U.S. who support Cuba. radiohc.cu Daniela Pastrana / Diario Red | A Breitbart News article, echoed by the State Department, accuses activists like Medea Benjamin and Manolo de los Santos of spreading "leftist agitation in the United States" with the support of the Cuban government; a day earlier, Donald Trump again suggested that the island may have drones from Iran. | The U.S. State Department disseminated a report from Breitbart News, the conservative media outlet of reference for the MAGA movement, which asserts that the department headed by Marco Rubio will soon release a report on the "close ties" between what it calls "the Cuban communist d…
(2026-07-16). Shipping firms avoid US-guided Hormuz route after Iranian attacks. geo.tv 
Vessels at the Strait of Hormuz, as seen from Musandam,Oman, July 15, 2026. — ReutersIRGC claims responsibility for attacks on two Emirati supertankers.Greek maritime firms advise ships to delay voyages due to high risks.US insists the Strait of Hormuz remains open to commercial…
(2026-07-16). Kids Forced to Evacuate Hospital as US Ramps Up Attacks on Iran's Civilian Areas. truthout.org A doctor at Shahid Baqaei Hospital in Ahvaz in Iran's southern Khuzestan province emphasized that the children being treated at the facility when the US military attacked the area on Wednesday were suffering serious illnesses, and had to be urgently evacuated while on ventilators and receiving chemotherapy. "There have been patients with various illnesses, cancer patients and special… |
(2026-07-16). Iran Accuses Kushner, Witkoff of Pursuing Profits Over Peace in Diplomatic Talks. scheerpost.com Jake Johnson Common Dreams Iranian officials reportedly warned US Vice President JD Vance late last month that two officials leading the Trump administration's diplomatic efforts in the Middle East—special envoys Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner—were trying to profit from their proximity to critical negotiations rather than working to secure a lasting peace agreement. According to Drop Site, …
(2026-07-16). Democratic House leader Jeffries opposes cutoff of military aid to Israel. wsws.org The relationship of Mamdani and the DSA to Jeffries exposes the hypocrisy of their denunciations of Zionism and their claims to be in rebellion against the Democratic Party establishment.
(2026-07-16). Cuba denounces electrical collapse amid U.S. economic stranglehold. radiohc.cu Cuban Foreign Minister Bruno Rodríguez has denounced that the collapse of the National Electrical System — the Sistema Electroenergético Nacional (SEN) — is occurring within a context of maximum strangulation of the country's economy and electrical sector by the United States. | "The genocidal oil blockade has not been enough for them. They are persecuting and sanctioning Cuban and foreign companies linked to this strategic area." | The Cuban foreign minister warned that US leaders, particularly Secretary of State Marco Rubio, are indifferent to the suffering of thousands of families, the hundreds of…
(2026-07-16). In Gaza, Lindsey Graham's Legacy Will Be Defending Genocide of Palestinians. truthout.org News of Sen. Lindsey Graham's death was met with tributes from some of the world's most powerful political leaders. In Israel, Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu remembered him as a loyal friend. In Ukraine, President Volodymyr Zelenskyy on X called Graham a "true defender of freedom." In Washington, D.C., Republicans and Democrats alike mourned one of the most influential foreign policy… |
(2026-07-16). Friday 7/17: Noisemakers Against Genocide Protest at the Israel Consulate. indybay.org Israel Consulate 456 Montgomery…
(2026-07-16). Blanche as attorney general is a move to kill free elections. peoplesworld.org 
WASHINGTON— Democratic Senators on Wednesday bombarded Donald Trump's former personal attorney and acting U.S. Attorney General Todd Blanche on controversies ranging from voting rights, to the massive scandal involving serial sexual offender Jeffrey Epstein, to Trump's pardons last year of all 1,600 U.S. Capitol invaders of who participated in his 2021 coup attempt. One of …
(2026-07-16). Todd Blanche Grilled in Confirmation Hearings Over Trump Ties and Epstein Files. truthout.org Confirmation hearings are underway for President Donald Trump's nominee for attorney general, his personal attorney Todd Blanche. Blanche is mired in a number of controversies, most notably his mishandling of the administration's release of the Epstein files while serving as deputy attorney general under Pam Bondi. Washington state Representative Pramila Jayapal, who is co-sponsoring a bill to… |
(2026-07-16). Cuba denounces actions to justify U.S. military aggression. radiohc.cu Bruno Rodríguez Parrilla, Cuba's Minister of Foreign Affairs, has denounced the participation of US media outlets in the US government's campaign of threats of aggression against Cuba. | In a message posted on social media, the foreign minister referred to "alleged leaks" with which, he asserts, Washington seeks to gauge public opinion regarding aggression against Cuba. | Regarding this US military adventure on the island, Bruno Rodríguez commented that it lacks credible justification and, if carried out, would provoke a bloodbath. | The head of diplomacy in Havana reiterated that, as is known to US intelligence…
(2026-07-16). China condemns military threats against Cuba. radiohc.cu China has expressed its firm rejection of any use of force against Cuba and urged the United States to immediately cease military threats and the blockade imposed on the island. | Foreign Ministry spokesman Lin Jian responded to recent reports indicating that high-ranking officials at the U.S. Department of Defense considered the possibility of military action against Cuba. | The spokesman stated that Beijing took note of these reports and emphasized that the use or threat of force in international relations seriously violates the UN Charter and endangers regional and international peace and security. | Lin Jian…
(2026-07-16). Morocco signs up to Gaza security plan Palestinians rejected. newarab.com 
(2026-07-16). Vietnamese activist Bao Ngoc places rare national spotlight on Gaza. aljazeera.com Activist Bao Ngoc draws attention to plight of Palestinians in country where protest is tightly controlled.
(2026-07-16). Gaza's returnees recount abuses by Israeli soldiers at border. newarab.com 
The elderly Palestinian had travelled to Egypt for medical treatment, spending months away from the family she had left behind in devastated territory. | For nearly two years, Um Mohammed, a The elderly Palestinian had travelled to Egypt for medical treatment, spending months away from the fa…
(2026-07-16). Babies in Gaza Die Preventable Deaths Due to Medical Shortages Imposed by Israel. truthout.org Birth and motherhood in Gaza, which were once filled with joy, love, and anticipation, have been transformed into an ordeal marked by suffering and distress since the start of the latest Israeli war on Gaza in October 2023. The widespread destruction of hospitals across the Gaza Strip and severe shortages of medical supplies due to Israel's relentless siege have stripped away the basic… |
(2026-07-16). Israel refuses to release Gaza prisoners after sentences end. newarab.com 
Israeli authorities are holding Palestinian detainees who have completed jai terms against their will, in violations of their rights and international law. | Riyad al-Ashqar, director of the Palestine Centre for Prisoners' Studies, told TNA that Israeli authorities were continuing to hold at lea…
(2026-07-16). Pseudo-left ditch Gaza and anti-war posturing to back Sharon Graham as Unite General Secretary. wsws.org For all those groups playing a leading role in the Stop the War Coalition and the Gaza protests, this is either made a secondary issue or ignored entirely as they tout Graham's supposed role in reviving trade union militancy presented in entirely uncritical fashion.
(2026-07-16). Japan Chooses Reliable Energy Over Climate Nonsense. wattsupwiththat.com Japan is among the world's top five oil importers, importing more than 94% of its crude oil from the Middle East. When transit through the Strait of Hormuz was interrupted, the impact was immediate.
(2026-07-16). US launches multiple strikes on Iran, Tehran targets American bases in region. geo.tv 
Smoke rises from an explosion at an unknown location, during what US Centcom says are strikes on Iran, in this screen grab taken from a handout video released on July 15, 2026. — ReutersFresh escalation follows collapse of fragile US-Iran truce.Iran says Strait of Hormuz…
(2026-07-16). Zero Waste NY Webinar July 22. mediasanctuary.org On Wednesday July 22., Zero Waste NY will hold a webinar on zero waste and solid waste strategies for municipalities. Tracy Frisch talks about the program with Mark Dunlea for Hudson Mohawk Magazine. Register at zerowasteny.org/webinar…
(2026-07-16). British premier backs calls for FIFA investigation over Argentina Falklands banner. tribune.com.pk 
British Prime Minister Keir Starmer supports calls for FIFA to investigate Argentina players who displayed a banner asserting the country's claim to the Falkland Islands after their World Cup semi-final victory over England, his office said. | After Argentina's 2-1 win in the match in Atlanta, some players held up a banner which read: "Las Malvinas son Argentinas" using Argentina's term for the South Atlantic islands. | Starmer endorsed a call by Business Secretary Peter Kyle for FIFA to "thoroughly" investigate whether displaying the banner breached rules banning political messaging or slogans on the field of…
(2026-07-16). The Ableism of Kings, the Fury of Trump. publicbooks.org I usually flinch from swashbuckling claims, but let me make this one at least: No hero from ancient myth feels as human as Odysseus. No one as relatable in their indomitable will to survive. Is it any wonder, then, that the Odyssey is having a moment, as humans seem barely to be surviving at all? …
(2026-07-16). Is the US-Iran Infrastructure War Pushing the Middle East Back to the Stone Age? thinktank.pk The renewed military confrontation between the United States and Iran has entered a far more dangerous phase. Unlike earlier rounds of confrontation that focused primarily on military installations and strategic assets, the latest escalation has increasingly centered on infrastructure that underpins daily life, regional commerce, and economic stability. Reports indicate that US military operations have …
(2026-07-16). 'Seismic Shift' as Over 100 House Democrats Vote to Cut Off US Military Aid to Israel. scheerpost.com "This should be a blaring wake-up call for Democratic leaders," said one campaigner. "The political tide is clearly turning against unconditional US military support for Israel." Brett Wilkins Common Dreams Nearly half of all Democrats in the House of Representatives voted Wednesday to cut off US military aid to Israel, a move that underscored a dramatic shift …
(2026-07-16). Chinese online platforms pledge tougher action against pirated books and publications. ecns.cn Twelve major Chinese internet platforms, including e-commerce marketplaces and social media companies, have pledged to strengthen efforts against copyright infringement and the online sale of pirated publications, China's National Copyright Administration said.
(2026-07-16). Navy Wants 1,000 Mile Combat Radius For Carrier Based Tactical Drone Fleets. twz.com 
The U.S. Navy is envisioning a future force of
(2026-07-16). South Korea Used Anti-Drone Netting During Recent Logistics Exercise. twz.com 
(2026-07-16). For Whom the Casus Belli Tolls. newarab.com 
The New Arab/Al-Araby Al-Jadeed Cartoon of the Day by Palestinian-Jordanian editorial cartoonist Emad Hajjaj. …
(2026-07-16). 'Race was used as a weapon' Fiji coup frontman urged to reveal backers. asiapacificreport.nz 
By Margot Staunton of RNZ Pacific Mahendra Chaudhry — a former Fiji prime minister removed from power and held hostage during the 2000 coup — wants George Speight to name those behind the racist takeover. The 84-year-old Labour Party leader, who became Fiji's first prime minister of Indian heritage in 1999, made the comment after…
(2026-07-16). Wildfire smoke blankets World Cup final stadium before kickoff. aljazeera.com Footage shows smoke from Canadian wildfires shrouding the New York New Jersey Stadium ahead of Sunday's World Cup.
(2026-07-15). Mainland takes measures to assist Taiwan compatriots, businesses affected by floods and storms. ecns.cn Chinese mainland authorities have launched relief measures to assist Taiwan compatriots and Taiwan-funded enterprises in Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region, Hubei Province and Gansu Province, which were affected by storms and flooding, a mainland spokesperson said on Wednesday.
(2026-07-16). More than 500 feared dead after boats carrying refugees sink off Myanmar, says UN. geo.tv 
Migrants are seen on a capsizing boat before a rescue operation. — ReutersBoats carried refugees from Myanmar, Bangaldesh camp: UN Vessel trying to reach safety in Malaysia, Indonesia, or Thailand.Casualty figures have yet to be officially confirmed, says IMOTwo boats carrying…
(2026-07-16). US caps student visas, limits Chinese journalist stays to 90 days. tribune.com.pk 
The Trump administration on Thursday moved to tighten the duration of visas for foreign students, cultural exchange visitors and journalists. | A new final rule issued by the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) creates fixed periods of admission for F visas for international students, J visas for cultural exchange visitors and I visas for members of the media. Those visas are currently granted for the duration of a programme or employment in the United States. | The rule takes effect 60 days after publication in the Federal Register, subject to congressional review. | President Donald Trump, a Republican, la…
(2026-07-16). Trump orders ICE traffic stops resumed as a fourth immigrant dies in 8 days. wsws.org In an especially provocative social media post, Trump called traffic stops "one of I.C.E.'s most important and effective Crime Fighting tools," praised the agency for doing a "GREAT job" and ordered agents to continue them.
(2026-07-16). France's Morocco reset: What French PM Lecornu's visit to Rabat signals. aljazeera.com The trip highlights how Paris and Rabat are turning a diplomatic rapprochement into a broader strategic partnership.
(2026-07-16). Krieg und Aufràºstung verlà§ngern den westlich-imperialen Irrweg. strategic-culture.su Frieden schaffen wir nicht durch noch mehr Waffen und Kriege, sondern durch Abràºstung, Annà§herung, Austausch und den Verzicht auf unipolare Machtanspràºche. | Um zu verstehen, in welcher dramatischen nationalen und internationalen Lage wir uns befinden, ist es wichtig, die westliche Kriegs- und Aufràºstungsbereitschaft, bei allen internen Widerspràºchen, als Ideologie, als falsches, verkehrtes Bewusstsein zu durchschauen. Ansonsten kà∂nnen deren politische und mediale Erklà§rungsanspràºche und Narrative, ihre davon angeleiteten gewalttà§tigen gesellschaftlichen Antw…
(2026-07-16). Landmark Science Report Confirms Big Oil's Fingerprints on Extreme Weather, as Industry Races for Legal Shield. commondreams.org The National Academies of Sciences released a
(2026-07-16). Minnan Grand Theater, Kookmin University launch strategic partnership. ecns.cn Minnan Grand Theater and Kookmin University's International Culture and Arts Exchange Center signed a strategic cooperation agreement in Xiamen, southeast China's Fujian province, on Wednesday, aiming to build a comprehensive China-South Korea arts cooperation framework.
(2026-07-15). 2,667 Chinese-made vehicles set sail from Guangxi to Middle East. ecns.cn A Chinese ro-ro vessel departed Qinzhou Port in Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region for Aqaba Port in Jordan on Wednesday, carrying 2,667 domestically produced vehicles.
(2026-07-16). Public Citizen Once Again Calls Upon the CFTC to Enforce Insider Trading Laws on the Prediction Markets. commondreams.org Today, multiple news outlets reported that President Trump's teleprompter operator has been placing profitable bets on Kalshi regarding the content of Trump's forthcoming speeches. Public Citizen has repeatedly appealed to the Commodity Futures Trading Commission, which oversees the prediction markets, to investigate and enforce the laws against insider trading. On March 5, 2026, Public Citizen filed an insider trading complaint with the CFTC following highly suspicious trades on the timing and developments of the American invasion of Iran. On April 30, 2026, Public Citizen and Better Markets urged the CFTC to…
(2026-07-16). TripleE's Council Member Justin Chaires on getting into local politics Part 1. mediasanctuary.org On this episode of the TripleE's, H. Bosh Jr. sits down with Council Member Justin Chaires to discuss his journey to becoming a council member, why getting involved in local politics matters, and his vision for the future of Schenectady, New York. Tune in to hear about his goals, the issues facing the community, and how local leadership can make a lasting impact.
(2026-07-16). New National Academy of Sciences Climate Attribution Report Underscores How Climate Change Fuels Extreme Weather. commondreams.org The National Academy of Sciences (NAS)
(2026-07-16). 'Are you Muslim': Indian national stabbed 15 times inside US mall after being asked about religion. ptcnews.tv PTC News Desk: An Indian national is currently in a critical condition after being stabbed 15 times inside a shopping mall in Utah by a suspect who asked where he was from and whether he was Muslim, a | 'Are you Muslim': Indian national stabbed 15 times inside US mall after being asked about religion…
(2026-07-16). US approves nearly $2 billion in weapons sales to Saudi Arabia. newarab.com 
Among the weapons the Gulf kingdom seeks are up to 20,000 Advanced Precision Kill Weapon Systems and their warheads. | The US State Department said Wednesday it has approved the sale of an estimated $1.96 billion in weapons to bolster "This proposed sale will support the foreign policy and national security objectives of the United States by improving the security of a Major non-
(2026-07-16). Trump Under Fire for Diverting Disaster Relief Workers to Immigration Policing. truthout.org Floods, storms, wildfires, and other disasters can strike in every state and district, and members of Congress in both parties have incentives to improve the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA), the nation's premier disaster relief outfit. However, current FEMA officials in the Trump administration were notably absent from a House Transportation and Infrastructure Committee hearing on… |
(2026-07-16). The Seabed Is ASEAN's Blind Spot—and Manila Can Fix It in 2026. unitedworldint.com By Mehmet Enes Be≈üer ASEAN has never been short on meetings. What it's been short on—especially when the region is tense—is machinery that moves faster than the next crisis. In 2026, the Philippines takes the chair at a moment when the big-ticket issues (Myanmar, the South China Sea, border tensions) are already crowding the agenda. …
(2026-07-16). Lawsuit Alleges Ohio HBCU Failed to Stop Deadly Underground Hazing. capitalbnews.org 
Hours after Wilberforce University freshman Savanna Jones texted her friends that she was "lowkey scared" to join an underground social club, a picture of her passed out on a bed began circulating across the campus. On April 29, the 18-year-old was set to join the Turtles, which she described in text messages to her friends …
(2026-07-16). Whittome calls for 'safe and legal' asylum routes for Sudan and Eritrea. thecanary.co 
On 15 July, Labour MP Nadia Whittome posted an impassioned plea to social media, urging the UK government to establish safe, legal routes for Eritrean and Sudanese asylum seekers to come to the UK. Currently, and in contrast to similarly war-torn Ukraine, no specific refugee initiatives target those fleeing the two countries. Whittome accompanied the […] | By
(2026-07-16). Death Cab for Cutie, Lionel Richie and Earth, Wind Fire, Diplo's Run Club and more in this week's 'Things to Do'. whyy.org Thursday kicks things off across Philadelphia with a mix of music and art, from Lionel Richie and Earth, Wind & Fire at the Xfinity Mobile Arena to the opening of the new contemporary tapestry exhibit at the Fabric Workshop and Museum on Arch Street. By Friday, events in the region hit full stride. Blues icon Taj Mahal takes the stage at The Grand Opera House in Wilmington, while indie favorites Death Cab for Cutie play the Mann Center. Across the river in Collingswood, the Scottish Rite Auditorium hosts Patty Griffin and Kathleen Edwards, representing the folk and Americana scene, and the Rico Rico Fiesta brings…
(2026-07-16). WHYY Newscast for Thursday 7:00 p.m. whyy.org The latest local headlines from WHYY…
(2026-07-16). EU: Tunisia Migration Deal Worsening Human Rights Violations. hrw.org Click to expand Image | Netherlands' Prime Minister Mark Rutte, left, European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen, Tunisian President Kais Saied, centre, right and Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni, right, at the presidential palace in Carthage, Tunisia, July 16, 2023. | © 2023 Tunisian Presidency/AP Images | (Brussels) — The European Union (EU) and its member states should publicly denounce human rights violations in Tunisia and stop funding abusive migration control activities, 46 human rights and humanitarian organizations said in a joint statement released today. The statement comes t…
(2026-07-16). After San Francisco police violence over Pride weekend, trans leaders deliver demands to Lurie. wibailoutpeople.org 
(2026-07-16). US 'appreciates' Iran's release of American citizen: Trump. tribune.com.pk US President Donald Trump said on Wednesday that the United States "appreciates" Iran's release of an American citizen who he said was "wrongfully detained" in 2024. | "Iran has allowed an American Citizen, who was wrongfully detained in December of 2024 under the "presidency" of Sleepy Joe Biden, to leave the Country," Trump wrote on his Truth Social platform. | "She is now safely outside of Iran, and in good condition. The United States of America appreciates this gesture of Goodwill by Iran," he added. | Human rights attorney Jared Genser identified the released American as Dena Karari, who had been prevent…
(2026-07-16). Minnesota Allina Health doctors authorize strike as hospice nurses walk out amid merger with California giant Sutter Health, AI cuts. wsws.org More than 130 doctors at Allina Health's Mercy and Unity hospitals in Minnesota have voted by 90 percent to authorize a strike while 65 hospice nurses held a one-day walkout, as Sacramento-based Sutter Health's takeover of Allina threatens AI-driven mass layoffs.
(2026-07-16). DRAM chipmakers CXMT to be China's biggest chip listing. ecns.cn ChangXin Memory Technologies (CXMT), one of China's leading dynamic random-access memory (DRAM) chipmakers, opened subscriptions for its initial public offering (IPO) on Thursday, marking what is expected to become the largest IPO in the history of Shanghai's STAR Market.
(2026-07-16). UK proposes voluntary overnight social media curfew for older teens. aljazeera.com Latest government measure aimed at curbing digital harm comes after under-16 social media ban announced last month.
(2026-07-16). Would-Be Platner Replacements in Maine Rally Around "Abolish ICE" (or Something Close). theintercept.com 
After ICE killed Maine father Johan Sebastián Durán Guerrero, most of the serious candidates to replace Platner called for abolishing or "dismantling" ICE. | In the wake of a deadly shooting of a young father in southern Maine on Monday, the abbreviated race to replace Graham Platner on the Democratic Party ticket for the 2026 Senate race quickly became centered on immigration — and most of the serious contenders are on the same page. | At least five of the candidates to
(2026-07-16). New fellowship for Pakistan's emerging women documentary filmmakers announced. tribune.com.pk 
Two-time Academy Award-winning filmmaker Sharmeen Obaid-Chinoy has announced the eight fellows selected for the latest edition of Patakha Pictures' Claim the Frame programme, which will support four documentary films by emerging women filmmakers from across Pakistan. | The five-month fellowship, launched in partnership with the Scottish Documentary Institute and the British Council, will provide funding and mentorship to filmmakers exploring themes including climate change, identity, resilience and social change. This year's documentaries will focus on stories ranging from Pakistan's first female drifter and c…
(2026-07-16). Harlan Crow Maxed Out Campaign Donations to John Fetterman. theintercept.com 
The billionaire Republican megadonor had come under scrutiny for his ties to Clarence Thomas, while the senator drew ire for unconditionally supporting Israel. | Billionaire Republican megadonor Harlan R. Crow gave the maximum allowed contribution to the campaign for Sen. John Fetterman, D-Pa., according to a new filing with the Federal Election Commission on Wednesday. | Crow — magnate of a Texas real estate empire, longtime Republican donor, and past
(2026-07-16). Celebrations erupt in Argentina's capital after World Cup semifinal win. aljazeera.com Jubilant fans leapt with joy in Buenos Aires after Argentina defeated England 2-1 in Wednesday's World Cup semifinal.
(2026-07-16). Michigan OK's Permits for Enbridge Line 5 Tunnel — But Legal Hurdles Remain. truthout.org Two state agencies charged with overseeing Michigan's natural resources and the environment have approved another set of permits for Enbridge's Line 5 tunnel project, pushing the Canadian energy company closer to the full approval needed to begin construction. The Department of Environment, Great Lakes and Energy announced Wednesday that it had reapproved a set of permits that expired earlier… |
(2026-07-16). Tall Ships Bring a Warning for American Democracy. portside.org Tall Ships Bring a Warning for American Democracy |
(2026-07-16). "A badge and a gun do not give these agents a license to kill" : Anger boils over in Biddeford, Maine after ICE killing of Joan Sebastian Guerrero. wsws.org There is enormous anger in Biddeford, Maine, a working class city of about 22,000, over the murder of Joan Sebastian Guerrero, a 26-year-old worker from Colombia gunned down by federal immigration agents Monday morning as he drove to work.
(2026-07-16). Why Landon Donovan Forgave his Father. whyy.org As the 2026 World Cup comes to a close, we sit down with two key figures in bringing the beautiful game to the United States.
(2026-07-16). LOL! The Guardian Is Upset That Nobody Wants Climate in Their Weather Anymore. wattsupwiththat.com After years of lectures that every hurricane, flood, drought, wildfire, and a hot summer day is caused by climate change, people have grown weary of the message.
(2026-07-16). WHYY Newscast for Thursday 11:00 a.m. whyy.org The latest local headlines from WHYY…
(2026-07-15). Van plunges off cliff in SW China's Sichuan, causing 6 deaths, 11 injuries. ecns.cn Six people were killed and 11 others injured after a van carrying 17 people plunged off a cliff in southwest China's Sichuan Province late Wednesday, local authorities said.
(2026-07-16). China identifies 30 key science, technology challenges for future breakthroughs. ecns.cn The China Association for Science and Technology (CAST) on Wednesday released a list of 30 major science and technology questions and challenges for 2026, highlighting priority areas for future research and innovation, at the main forum of its 28th annual meeting in Beijing.
(2026-07-16). Argentina late show sinks England and sets up World Cup final against Spain. tribune.com.pk 
Argentina's Enzo Fernandez and Lautaro Martinez struck late goals to snatch a 2-1 win over England in the World Cup semi-final on Wednesday to send Lionel Messi's reigning champions into the weekend showpiece match against Spain. | Just when England appeared set for victory after Anthony Gordon's second-half goal, Argentina mounted a relentless late siege and got their reward as Fernandez levelled before Martinez completed the turnaround in the 92nd minute with Messi providing the pass for the equaliser and the cross for the winner. | The result added another unforgettable chapter to…
(2026-07-16). Troy Jackson's Politics Are Rooted in Maine Logger Struggles. portside.org Troy Jackson's Politics Are Rooted in Maine Logger Struggles |
(2026-07-16). Farewell to Welsh songstress extraordinaire Bonnie Tyler. independentaustralia.net 
(2026-07-16). Residents warned to stay indoors as Canadian wildfire smoke reaches dangerous levels in Philadelphia region. whyy.org This story is part of the From the Poconos to the Jersey Shore to the mouth of the Delaware Bay, what do you want to know about climate change? What would you like us to cover?
| The Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection said air quality will worsen Thursday evening, and is urging people to limit their time outdoors as wildfire smoke from Canada continues to blanket the region with dangerous levels of air pollution.
(2026-07-16). 'The Odyssey' film review: An epic that exceeds expectations. peoplesworld.org 
With The Odyssey, writer-director Christopher Nolan and his collaborators (wife and producer Emily Thompson, cinematographer Hoyte van Hoytema, editor Jennifer Lame, composer Ludwig Gà∂ransson, and the incredibly pedigreed ensemble led by Matt Damon, Anne Hathaway, and Tom Holland) have exceeded expectations by leaning into their strengths in combining scale and sentimentality. As soon as it …
(2026-07-16). Toronto engulfed by wildfire smoke as US cities threatened. aljazeera.com Monitor ranks Toronto as having the worst air quality on earth, surpassing Kinshasa, DR Congo, and New Delhi, India.
(2026-07-16). UK unveils sanctions against Sudan gold networks. newarab.com 
The sanction targets are all Sudanese, but trade internationally, "including in the gold markets in Dubai and Hong Kong", the UK's FCDO said. | Britain on Thursday announced sanctions targeting what it said are "illicit gold and finance networks" propping up rival factions in The foreign ministry said the war-torn country's gold trade worth billions of dollars was helping finance "weapons procurement, military operations and the activities of armed groups". | The sanctions are aimed at 11 individu…
(2026-07-16). Canada halts new applications to sponsor parents, grandparents under family reunification programme. ptcnews.tv PTC News Desk: Canada's immigration department has announced that permanent residents living in the country will not be able to submit new applications under the Family Reunification Program this year. | The department said the decision has been taken to manage the immigration system more efficiently and reduce the long waiting time for applications. At present, the processing time under the program is around five-and-a-half years in Quebec and nearly three years in the rest of Canada. | Officials said that about 60,500 applications are already being processed. New rules and policies for future applications will…
(2026-07-16). Think Tank Report: Is European Agriculture Entering a High-Cost Climate Era? thinktank.pk Europe's agricultural sector is entering a period of structural transformation driven not by market cycles but by climate extremes. The record-breaking heatwaves of 2026 have become more than a temporary weather event—they are exposing vulnerabilities across the continent's food production system. While European food inflation has recently eased, economists now warn that this summer's prolonged …
(2026-07-15). China's power consumption rises 5.3% in H1. ecns.cn China's electricity consumption rose 5.3% year on year in the first half of 2026, supported by robust growth in internet data services, electric vehicle charging and high-tech manufacturing, official data showed on Wednesday.
(2026-07-16). Rank-and-file candidate for UAW president calls for abolition of union bureaucracy as criminal probe of Shawn Fain continues. wsws.org Will Lehman, a Mack Trucks worker in Macungie, Pennsylvania, who was nominated for UAW president at last month's Constitutional Convention on a program of abolishing the union bureaucracy, issued a statement this week on the federal criminal investigation into UAW President Shawn Fain.
(2026-07-16). Zhoushan launches first end-to-end logistics service for Yangtze River cargo. ecns.cn Zhoushan in east China's Zhejiang province launched its first end-to-end logistics service for cargo shipped along the Yangtze River on Tuesday, marking a major step in the development of the river-sea intermodal hub.
(2026-07-16). From fishermen to protectors: Yangtze 'finless porpoise guards' patrol China's longest river. ecns.cn At daybreak, a patrol boat glides across the waters where the Yangtze River meets Poyang Lake in Hukou County, Jiangxi Province.
(2026-07-16). Panel Event: NSPM-7 and the Threat to Press Freedom. rightsanddissent.org NSPM-7, Trump's presidential memo detailing his plan to crackdown on dissent and the left, also poses a serious threat to journalists and their constitutionally protected right to practice their profession. | Next Wednesday, July 22, at 2pm ET, Defending Rights & Dissent Policy Director Chip Gibbons will join a
(2026-07-16). SEP/IYSSE online public lecture: Lessons of the 2022 mass uprising in Sri Lanka for workers and youth. wsws.org This public lecture, hosted by the SEP and IYSSE, will discuss the lessons of Sri Lanka's 2022 mass uprising for working people entering into struggles against the JVP/NPP government's implementation of IMF austerity, authoritarian measures and the unfolding world war.
(2026-07-15). Xi urges high-quality urban renewal. ecns.cn President Xi Jinping stressed advancing high-quality urban renewal during an inspection tour in Shanghai on Wednesday, calling for comprehensive efforts to fully embrace the people-centered philosophy of urban development and keep enhancing urban residents' sense of gain, happiness and security.
(2026-07-16). French lawmakers back bill to remove statute of limitations for serious crimes against minors. tribune.com.pk 
France's National Assembly on Thursday voted to abolish the statute of limitations for the most serious crimes committed against minors, approving an amendment during debate on a child protection bill. | The amendment, introduced by Green lawmaker Arnaud Bonnet, was approved by 93 votes to 51. | The measure extends imprescriptibility, previously reserved under French law for crimes against humanity, to a range of serious offenses committed against children. | Justice Minister Gerald Darmanin supported the amendment during the parliamentary debate but warned it could face constitutional challenges. | According…
(2026-07-16). NATO is trying to assume UN competences. unitedworldint.com The recent NATO summit in Ankara, Türkiye, has been debated from various angles, from increased military spending to transatlantic relations. Prof. Erdem Ilker Mutlu takes a different approach. Mutlu is an expert on international law at the Hacettepe University in Ankara. His main thesis: In order to maintain its raison d'etre, NATO exceeds institutional competences …
(2026-07-16). UK 14-year-old pleads not guilty on alleged mosques attack plot. newarab.com 
(2026-07-16). The face and identity: from Renaissance portraits to modern selfies. whyy.org For most of human history, we had no idea what we looked like. This was before mirrors and cameras became part of everyday life. We might catch our reflection in a glass window, or, like Narcissus, see ourselves looking back from a pool of water. If we didn't know what we looked like, who did we think we were? How much of our sense of self is based on our face? How far will we go to improve our appearance? | This week: how our faces became so central to our identity. Our guest is historian
(2026-07-16). California Stadium Workers Win The Right To Strike Over ICE. scheerpost.com Paul Prescod and Natascha Elena Uhlmann, Labor Notes. World Cup Leverage. In a World Cup-fueled union win, concessions workers at SoFi Stadium in Los Angeles have won the right to walk off the job, should ICE pose a threat to their safety. The stadium's 2,000 cooks, bartenders, dishwashers, servers, and attendants had a major piece of …
(2026-07-16). "Persia Has Become a Holy Land" William Morris and Iran. juancole.com Here is my most recent essay for William Morris was a nineteenth-century artist, poet, designer, craftsman, and socialist who reacted against the squalor of Britain under industrialization and took the side of put-upon workers against the new class of industrialists. Ironically, he c…
(2026-07-16). South Korea's international adoptees seek justice, not homecoming. aljazeera.com South Korea's government has acknowledged wrongs, but advocates say accountability is still lacking.
(2026-07-16). Chinese water deer fawn rescued from floodwaters in northeast China. ecns.cn Officers from Donggou Forest Police Station recently rescued an injured Chinese water deer fawn from a riverbank in the Wangqing forest area of northeast China's Jilin province.
(2026-07-16). Fears for Indian activist's life after 18 days of hunger strike. geo.tv 
Sonam Wangchuk, an Indian education reformer who has been on hunger strike, rests on stage during a sit-in protest called by CJP demanding the resignation of Indian Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan, at Jantar Mantar in New Delhi, India, July 14, 2026. — Reuters NEW DELHI: …
(2026-07-16). 2026 Taiyuan Marathon opens registration, 40,000 runners expected. ecns.cn Registration for the 2026 Taiyuan Marathon opened Wednesday, with the race set to start at 7: 30 a.m. Sept. 27 and expected to draw 40,000 participants in the full and half marathon categories.
(2026-07-16). Daily Worker archives: The San Francisco General Strike of 1934. peoplesworld.org 
July 16 marks the anniversary of the San Francisco General Strike, one of the most pivotal labor uprisings in American history. It grew out of a West Coast waterfront strike that began on May 9, 1934, when longshoremen walked off the docks up and down the coast, demanding union recognition and an end to the …
(2026-07-16). 'Sway' gives voice to Pakistan's football dream. tribune.com.pk 
KARACHI | As Pakistan's football revival gathers pace on and off the field, the Pakistan Football Federation (PFF) has released "Sway," a music project that brings together football, culture and artists from across the world. | Produced in collaboration with Humnava and co-curated by music producer Xulfi, the song was filmed in Hunza and Lyari, highlighting two distinct landscapes that have become part of Pakistan's football story. The project aims to reflect the communities, supporters and players who have sustained the sport over the years. | The release follows a period of renewed success for Pakistan's nat…
(2026-07-16). Palestinians injured in Israeli settler attacks across West Bank. aljazeera.com More than 30 people reportedly arrested across the occupied territory, as Israel intensifies its siege.
(2026-07-16). 'They Want It All': Mumia Abu Jamal. wibailoutpeople.org 
We're in a moment right now, and I gave them my epoch speech about—This is a turning point in the nation's history, and for the first time, capital has, you know, they've got the whip hand, and they're whipping, and they're trying to get it all. And they, you know, they have a, they have …
(2026-07-16). Critics slam idea to create US combatant command for robots. responsiblestatecraft.org Even as the Pentagon
(2026-07-16). FIFA to probe Argentina's Falklands banner display at World Cup semifinal. aljazeera.com FIFA says its disciplinary committee will assess match reports and consider relevant circumstances before taking any action.
(2026-07-16). Florida's killing of the aged and infirm: Executive power and the machinery of state vengeance. wsws.org The scheduling and execution of death sentences in Florida are made possible by a peculiarity of state law, in which the governor holds almost singular authority over the machinery of capital punishment and decides when death warrants are signed and executions scheduled.
(2026-07-16). New York State Bans New Data Centers to Rescue their Underpowered Green Energy Grid. wattsupwiththat.com Hochul: "… They drive up costs for local ratepayers, and I refuse to let those costs get passed down to New Yorkers …"
(2026-07-16). Tianjin cruise passengers exceed 100,000 amid summer travel surge. ecns.cn Passenger traffic through Tianjin's cruise terminal surpassed 100,000 travelers for 2026, with the arrival of cruise ship MS Ideal on Wednesday, which carried nearly 2,000 passengers, local border inspection authorities said.
(2026-07-16). 'Terrifying': Teacher raped his student who just finished eighth grade, but Delaware authorities never notified the public. whyy.org 
What are journalists missing from the state of Delaware? What would you most like WHYY News to cover? Ten years ago, Delaware teacher Thomas Herlihy took a student to Atlantic City. | The girl had just completed eighth grade at Talley Middle School, where Herlihy, then 32, taught science and math. She later told authorities that Herlihy took her to famed chef Gordon Ramsay's restaurant at Caesars Hotel & Casino, and that they drank alcohol, rented a hotel room and had sex for the first time. | Herlihy, whose father was a Delaware Superior Court judge until 2016, continued ha…
(2026-07-16). Data Centers To Add Billions in Power Costs in 13 States. portside.org Data Centers To Add Billions in Power Costs in 13 States |
(2026-07-16). Has America's Foreign Policy Created a Soft Power Crisis? A Think Tank Analysis. thinktank.pk For decades, the United States possessed an unparalleled form of global influence that extended well beyond its military and economic strength. Universities, technology companies, democratic institutions, Hollywood, humanitarian leadership, and alliances collectively formed what political scientist Joseph Nye famously described as "soft power"—the ability to shape international outcomes through attraction rather than coercion. However, recent …
(2026-07-16). Thursday 7/23: Rally at the CalSTRS board meeting! indybay.org Westin hotel- Millbrae, CA (sf airport) | 1 Old Bayshore highway Millbrae 94030…
(2026-07-16). Iran tells Houthis seal Bab al-Mandeb if US hits power network. newarab.com 
Any threat to the Red Sea and its Bab al-Mandeb gateway risks hugely exacerbating the global energy crisis. | The idea has been discussed within the Islamic Republic's leadership, and the message has been conveyed to
(2026-07-16). Trump's Immigration Courts Are Turning Deportation Into an Assembly Line. portside.org Trump's Immigration Courts Are Turning Deportation Into an Assembly Line |
(2026-07-16). 'I think we're being lied to': Delaware Gov. Meyer offers fierce criticism as Delmarva Power plows ahead with utility rate increases. whyy.org What are journalists missing from the state of Delaware? What would you most like WHYY News to cover? The Delaware Public Service Commission punted on officially approving Delmarva Power's interim rate increase Wednesday, after a commissioner and the group's counsel said they disagreed on whether state law allows them to revise or even refuse rate increases. | Commissioners capped the interim rate increase to 50% of Delmarva Power's total rate increase on July 1, consistent with
(2026-07-16). Jeremy Rose: New Zealand joins the arms race to climate calamity. asiapacificreport.nz 
COMMENTARY: By Jeremy Rose Late last year, the British government suppressed a report that contained warnings from its intelligence agencies that climate change could drive mass migration and trigger a nuclear war in Asia. A copy of the report, obtained by The Times, warned of collapsing ecosystems potentially triggering acts of eco-terrorism, and the possibility…
(2026-07-16). After beating England, Messi sets five new World Cup records. thecanary.co 
Argentina booked their place in the 2026 World Cup final with a dramatic 2—1 comeback win over England on 15 July at Atlanta Stadium, keeping their hopes of defending the title alive. They will now face Spain in Sunday's final in what promises to be a blockbuster showdown. It was another unforgettable night for football […] | By
(2026-07-16). Urgent Appeal as Sahrawi Activist Naâma Asfari's Health Deteriorates. orinocotribune.com Imprisoned Sahrawi activist Naama Asfari is entering his second month of an indefinite hunger strike, protesting severe prison conditions and demanding his transfer to a detention center in occupied Western Sahara. | The 56-year-old
(2026-07-16). OnePlus may exit US and Europe as Oppo major business overhaul; India next in line? ptcnews.tv OnePlus US and Europe exit news: OnePlus could soon stop its operations in the United States and several European markets as parent company Oppo reportedly prepares a major restructuring of its global smartphone business.According to a Bloomberg report, the company is expected to begin the process as early as this week. The move is part of a larger strategy to reduce costs, improve profitability and focus on selected markets amid slowing smartphone demand and rising business challenges.The reported decision marks a significant turning point for OnePlus, a brand that built its reputation by offering premium smart…
(2026-07-16). Guangzhou hosts 128 trade fairs in H1, draws 1.63 million overseas visitors. ecns.cn Guangzhou, a major economic hub in south China's Guangdong province, hosted 128 trade exhibitions in the first half of 2026, covering 5.78 million square meters and drawing 1.63 million overseas visitors, official data showed Wednesday.
(2026-07-16). Hangzhou shifts street cleaning from workers to machines as temperatures hit 37‚ÑÉ. ecns.cn Hangzhou, in east China's Zhejiang province, suspended manual street cleaning from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. and deployed more cleaning vehicles after the temperature reached 37‚ÑÉ on Tuesday, the Hangzhou Municipal Bureau of City Management said Wednesday.
(2026-07-16). Turkey's ousted opposition leader says preparing for possible new party. newarab.com 
The opposition's crisis could boost Erdogan's prospects of extending his more than two-decade rule of NATO-member Turkey in an election scheduled for 2028. | In May, a Turkish court annulled the Republican People's Party's (CHP) 2023 congress that elected Ozgur Ozel as chairman, citing irregul…
(2026-07-16). No, Israel does not have 'a right to exist.' Quite the contrary, actually. mronline.org 
Unlike the Zionist claim that "Israel has a right to exist," my assertion is rooted in international law. Of course, given Israel's propensity for violating such laws, it's no surprise they're still claiming a right that has no basis in reality.
(2026-07-16). WHYY Newscast for Thursday 6:00 a.m. whyy.org The latest local headlines from WHYY…
(2026-07-16). PT brasileño impulsa candidatura de Patrus Ananias en Minas Gerais. radiohc.cu La candidatura del legislador brasileño Patrus Ananias al gobierno de Minas Gerais por el Partido de los Trabajadores despierta atención hoy a nivel nacional y es bien recibida por movimientos populares del estado. | La víspera, el coordinador del Grupo de Trabajo Electoral del Partido de los Trabajadores -PT-, Jilmar Tatto, dio a conocer la postulación del actual diputado federal, con la que la fuerza política buscará disputar el gobierno del segundo mayor colegio electoral del país. | De acuerdo con Brasil de Fato, la noticia fue recibida con satisfacción por organizaciones sociales vinculadas al campo popular,…
(2026-07-16). Detainees at ICE facility in Texas were 'beaten and abused'. geo.tv 
Protesters opposing mass deportations by ICE hold signs during a protest held at the Cassidy Gate at Fort Bliss, the US Army base where a large new ICE detention facility is being built, in El Paso, Texas, US, August 17, 2025. — ReutersRights groups have condemned Trump's immigration…