(2026-09-22). Lebanon: ICRC facilitates transfer to Lebanon of 5 people detained by Israel. icrc.org
(2026-09-22). Calling on Israel to "Repent" During Yom Kippur. indybay.org Chanting "You can't atone for genocide" and "There is no forgiveness for genocide," pro-Palestinian peace activists demonstrated outside the Israeli Consulate two days before Yom Kippur, the sacred Jewish religious holiday of atonement when a person asks God for ethical and spiritual change. The reconciliation includes "regret for wrongdoing, deciding to change, and verbal confession of the sins."
2026-09-22: Trump to KIDNAP Pezeshkian!? SERIOUS Signs as Iran DOWNS US Aircraft!
Danny Haiphong breaks bombshell reports that indicate the US has laid down a massive possible trap for Iran's president ahead of the upcoming UN General Assembly as state officials worldwide set to take off for the US in hours.
aljazeera.com (2026-09-21). NBA star Irving pledges to pay Al-Shaair's NFL fine over Hind Rajab messageBasketball superstar Kyrie Irving has offered to pay a fine for American football player Azeez Al-Shaair, who was penalised for wearing the name of Hind Rajab, a Palestinian girl killed by Israeli forces in Gaza.
mercurynews.com (2026-09-21). Ms. Rachel calls for 'wealthy white celebrities' to match her $1 million Gaza donation – The Mercury News
"I will match Macklemore's donation and I invite every wealthy white celebrity to match it and speak out against the genocide in Gaza," reads a message from Ms. Rachel shared by the Palestine Children's Relief Fund.
2026-09-20: Alastair Crooke: Iran & Yemen's Strikes DEVASTATE Trump, Eilat SHUT — US Oil UNDER SIEGE
english.palinfo.com (2026-09-20). Amputees of Gaza: Thousands of surviving bodies fight to reclaim life
The war has not ended for thousands of Palestinians who lost their limbs in the Gaza Strip, as surviving the bombardment was only the beginning of another journey, quieter in its setting, but longer in its effects.
presstv.co.uk (2026-09-21). Trump administration prepares wide-ranging sanctions on ICC: ReportsThe Trump administration is reportedly preparing wide-ranging sanctions against the International Criminal Court (ICC) that could disrupt the tribunal's finances and day-to-day operations, according to US media reports and sources familiar with the matter.
presstv.co.uk (2026-09-21). IRGC: Any new aggression will prompt Iran to change geography and weapons of warAny new attack on Iran will prompt significant changes in the geography of the war and the weapons used, says the spokesman of the Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC).
"If another aggression takes place, there will certainly be significant changes in our defense and our counterattack," Second Brigadier General Hossein Mohebbi said on Monday, adding, "We will definitely change the geography of the war."
english.palinfo.com (2026-09-21). Dont Look Away Gazas Children are Rebuilding What Us Bombs Destroyed
After spending millions of dollars redecorating the White House and transforming D.C. monuments, President Trump approved, on September 15, 2026, an additional 2.8 billion dollar sale of heavy bombs to Israel, including 40,000 one-ton bombs, 20,000 of the 2,000 lb. bombs, and 20,000 bunker-busting penetrator warheads. Israel has used these bombs to destroy homes, families and crucial infrastructure in Gaza, the West Bank, and Lebanon.
english.palinfo.com (2026-09-21). NGOs warn Gaza health system is near complete collapse
NGO Network warned that the health system in Gaza Strip is approaching a complete collapse, amid the ongoing siege and restrictions imposed on the entry of medical and operational supplies,
2026-09-20: Settler terror is Israeli state policy, with Zena Al Tahhan
Israel is moving ahead with plans to build more than 1,200 settler housing units in the E1 area, east of occupied Jerusalem, threatening around 5,000 Palestinians in Bedouin and herding communities with ethnic cleansing. | The new colony would isolate the northern and southern parts of the occupied West Bank from each other.
palestinechronicle.com (2026-09-21). Saving Gazas Memory: Young Women Recover Thousands of Books from Israeli Ruins
Young Palestinian women are rescuing thousands of historic books from Gaza's ruins, preserving a cultural inheritance threatened with permanent destruction.
asiapacificreport.nz (2026-09-21). Gaza genocide: We made machines that think – then corrupted them for industrialised slaughter
There is something grotesque about taking one of the greatest intellectual achievements in human history – a technology capable of translating languages, modelling proteins, accelerating scientific discovery, assisting doctors, educating children and placing an astonishing repository of human knowledge at an ordinary person's fingertips – and harnessing it to the ancient government business of deciding who may be killed.
States hardly needed technological assistance with that.
aljazeera.com (2026-09-21). NFL's Azeez Al-Shaair pays tribute to slain Palestinian girl Wafaa Akila
American football player Azeez Al-Shaair has persisted with his stance on raising awareness about slain Palestinian children by wearing eye black bearing the name of Wafaa Akila, an eight-year-old girl killed by Israeli forces in Gaza, during his latest appearance in the National Football League (NFL).
presstv.co.uk (2026-09-21). Tens of thousands march in Paris against France's controversial license to kill police lawTens of thousands marched in Paris against a controversial law strengthening the legal protection of police officers who use their firearms. Opponents fear the legislation could facilitate police repression during future social unrest.
english.palinfo.com (2026-09-21). Thirsty Gaza: How water turned from a basic service into a daily struggle
The water problem in the Gaza Strip is no longer merely a shortage in quantities reaching the population, but has transformed into a complex crisis that begins at the water source and does not end at the family waiting for a truck that may not arrive.
english.palinfo.com (2026-09-21). Israeli forces intensify attacks in southern Lebanon despite ceasefire
Israeli escalation continued in southern Lebanon on Sunday, involving artillery shelling, airstrikes, ground advances and gunfire, amidst ongoing Israeli violations of the ceasefire.
english.palinfo.com (2026-09-21). Dozens kidnaped, detained by IOF in W. Bank and Jlem raids
The Israeli occupation forces (IOF) stormed different areas of the West Bank and Jerusalem last night and Monday morning, raiding homes and kidnaping a number of Palestinian citizens.
(2026-09-22). Cuban foreign minister maintains busy agenda in New York. radiohc.cu Cuban Foreign Minister Bruno Rodríguez Parrilla held several bilateral meetings on Monday as part of his schedule for the High-Level Segment of the 81st session of the UN General Assembly. | Bruno Rodríguez met with his counterparts from Zambia, Mulambo Haimbe; Ghana, Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa; and the Sahrawi Arab Democratic Republic, Mohamed Yeslem Beissat. | In each of the meetings, "we highlighted the excellent state of bilateral relations with these African countries, with whom we share historical ties and bonds of cooperation," the Cuban diplomat emphasized. | "We denounce the intensification of the blockade…
(2026-09-22). Canciller de Cuba cumple amplia agenda de trabajo en Nueva York. radiohc.cu El ministro cubano de Relaciones Exteriores, Bruno Rodríguez Parrilla sostuvo este lunes varios intercambios bilaterales como parte de su programa en el Segmento de Alto Nivel del 81 período de sesiones de la Asamblea General de la ONU. | El jefe de la diplomacia cubana se reunió con sus homólogos de Zambia, Mulambo Haimbe; de Ghana, Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa, y de la República àÅrabe Saharaui Democrática, Mohamed Yeslem Beissat. | En cada uno de los encuentros subrayó: Destacamos el excelente estado de las relaciones bilaterales con dichos países africanos, con los que nos unen vínculos históricos y de cooper…
(2026-09-22). Washington's blockade does not stop the healthcare system from fighting for life. radiohc.cu Since 2014, Dennise de la Caridad Ibarra López has been receiving hemodialysis treatment at the "Dr. Abelardo Buch López" Institute of Nephrology. She affirms that throughout this time, U.S. government measures against Cuba have not prevented her from receiving the essential care needed to sustain her life. | In exclusive statements to the Cuban News Agency (ACN), Ibarra López—who visits the center three times a week—expressed that despite the country's difficulties and resource shortages in the healthcare sector, she has never returned home without receiving the medical procedure she needs. | For Den…
(2026-09-22). Cuba aboga en EEUU por preservar la solidaridad entre los miembros de la CELAC. radiohc.cu Intervención del ministro de Relaciones Exteriores de Cuba, Bruno Rodríguez Parrilla, en la Reunión Ministerial de la CELAC en el marco del 81 período de sesiones de la Asamblea General de las Naciones Unidas. Septiembre 21, de 2026, Nueva York, EEUU. | Excmo. Sr. Mario Lubetkin, ministro de Relaciones Exteriores del Uruguay y presidente Pro Témpore de la CELAC: | Distinguidos ministros y jefes de delegaciones: | Excelencias: | Agradezco a la Presidencia Pro Témpore del Uruguay la convocatoria y organización de esta Reunión. | La región de América Latina y el Caribe está siendo objeto de una ofensiva del gobierno…
(2026-09-22). Resaltan valor de la amistad entre Cuba y Ghana. radiohc.cu Al conmemorarse en La Habana el natalicio del líder independentista de Ghana, Dr. Kwame Nkruman (1909-1972), en las palabras centrales se afirmó: "La contribución de Cuba al desarrollo del capital humano africano es una de las expresiones más poderosas de la solidaridad internacional en la historia moderna". | Esas palabras las pronunció el embajador de Ghana en La Habana, Kofi Attor, al colocarse una ofrenda floral en el capitalino Parque de los Próceres Africanos ante representantes del cuerpo diplomático de ese continente y de la Comunidad del Caribe (Caricom) acreditado en la Isla caribeña, funcionarios del M…
(2026-09-22). Peace in southern Lebanon remains 'elusive': UN mission. tribune.com.pk 
The UN Interim Force in Lebanon (UNIFIL) said Tuesday that peace in southern Lebanon remains "elusive," stressing that permanently ending the conflict requires political will from the parties. | The remarks came in a statement marking the International Day of Peace, observed annually on Sept. 21, which UNIFIL commemorated Monday evening with a ceremony at its headquarters in the southern Lebanese town of Naqoura. | "Today, peace in south Lebanon remains elusive, but the hope for peace endures," UNIFIL said, stressing that lasting peace requires "political commitments and solutions from the parties themselves."
(2026-09-22). Gaza students return to in-person schooling for first time in three years. geo.tv Hundreds of thousands of children in Gaza returned to in-person teaching on Saturday for the first time in nearly three years, albeit in damaged or makeshift school buildings and tents, and with uniforms, notebooks and pens unaffordable for many families. | Palestinian…
(2026-09-22). Why does the US want to send Israel 40,000 bombs? aljazeera.com Is the planned $2.8bn US arms deal proportionate to Israel's threat, or could it cause more civilian casualties in Gaza?>
(2026-09-22). The Ethnic Cleansing of Gaza is now a Mainstream Plan. juancole.com London (Special to Informed Comment; Feature) — With major elections looming in both the US and Israel, fractures over Gaza are increasingly prominent on both sides of the American political spectrum. Adding fuel to the fire, Israeli government figures recently reiterated calls for the ethnic cleansing of Gaza. After National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir set out a plan to permanently expel all Palestinians from the Strip, Defense Minister Israel Katz confirmed that Israel was ready to remove the Palestinians "by every way possible." | Of course, the ethnic cleansing of Palestine is nothing new — fa…
(2026-09-22). Saturday 9/19: Free virtual screening of the documentary film "Gaza Hospital" indybay.org Zoom | us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_hERk……
(2026-09-22). Wednesday 9/30: Power Half-Hour for Gaza. indybay.org Zoom | http: //jvp.org/gazaph…
(2026-09-22). Board of Peace reiterates Gaza objectives ahead of UN General Assembly. tribune.com.pk 
The Board of Peace on Tuesday reiterated its key objectives for Gaza as world leaders prepare to gather in New York for the UN General Assembly, calling for international support to advance a roadmap for ending the conflict. | In a statement on US social media platform X, the board said its shared objectives include the demilitarisation and deradicalisation of Gaza, sustained humanitarian aid and reconstruction, effective Palestinian civilian and security administration, and lasting security for Palestinians and Israelis. | The Board of Peace deeply appreciates the growing support of governments, international…
(2026-09-22). Palestinians turn to communal ovens to bake bread in Gaza. aljazeera.com Amid Gaza's food crisis, bread remains a staple as displaced families use communal ovens to save on costly fuel.
(2026-09-22). US senator calls for sanctions against Trump, Rubio over ICC pressure. tribune.com.pk 
United States Senator Chris Van Hollen called Monday on European countries and other signatories to the International Criminal Court (ICC) to sanction President Donald Trump and Secretary of State Marco Rubio over the administration's efforts to undermine its work. | "If European countries & other signatories to the International Criminal Court have any self-respect, they'd sanction Rubio & Trump for obstructing investigations of (Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin) Netanyahu's war crimes," Van Hollen said in a post on the US social media platform X. | If European countries & other signatories to the Internationa…
(2026-09-22). Gunman opens fire near high school in western Türkiye, wounding eight. aljazeera.com Police arrest suspect in shooting near high school as injured are rushed to local hospitals for treatment.
(2026-09-22). El Sayed: "Coward, Fraud" Mike Rogers GOP were Jonesing for War with Iran . . . Until Diesel Prices Soared. juancole.com "Honestly, this goes further than a lot of poll data to show you that GOPs are cooked," one journalist said of the Republican candidates claiming to oppose the president's unpopular conflict before the midterms. | (
(2026-09-22). The most memorable moments at UNGA. aljazeera.com The UN General Assembly has delivered no shortage of unforgettable moments. Here's a look back at some of them.
(2026-09-22). Why young people are paying to get hired. aljazeera.com Why is the entry level job market so broken?>
(2026-09-22). Influencers Jake and Logan Paul visit the Pentagon. aljazeera.com Influencers Logan and Jake Paul visited the Pentagon and addressed US troops, praising them for serving the country.
(2026-09-22). Rescission Of Carbon Emissions Standards For Power Plants: The Litigation Begins. wattsupwiththat.com In what may be a world record for turnaround time, the litigation has already begun over the recent rescission by EPA of its carbon emission standards for fossil-fuel fired power plants.
(2026-09-22). 20 countries propose global oversight body to manage AI dangers. aljazeera.com Countries including Germany, South Africa and Canada suggest international institution to set and enforce standards.
(2026-09-22). Undermining the UN is not a new US policy. aljazeera.com While acting as the official host for the UN, the US has sought to weaken it for decades.
(2026-09-22). 'Hope' rises in Berlin immigrant communities as Left wins amid AfD gains. aljazeera.com The Left party, led by Turkish-origin Elif Eralp, won Berlin, offering a contrast to the far right's wins in the east.
(2026-09-22). CPC leadership meeting studies major issues on Party self-governance, sets dates for Party plenum. ecns.cn Xi Jinping, general secretary of the Communist Party of China (CPC) Central Committee, on Monday chaired a meeting of the Political Bureau of the CPC Central Committee, which studied major issues on strengthening full and rigorous Party self-governance with perseverance and set the dates for an upcoming Party plenum in October.
(2026-09-22). LHC seeks arguments on plea challenging Aleema Khan's MPO detention. tribune.com.pk 
The Lahore High Court (LHC) on Tuesday sought further arguments on the maintainability of a plea challenging the detention of PTI founder Imran Khan's sister Aleema Khan and her driver, Muhammad Ameer, under the Maintenance of Public Order (MPO) Ordinance. | LHC's Justice Abher Gul Khan heard the petition filed by Shahrez Khan, Aleema's son, challenging the detention orders. | On a point, the court asked the petitioner's counsel whether he had approached the relevant authority first against this detention order. To which the counsel replied that the case is quite different from others, further arguing that it…
(2026-09-22). Can Pakistan Help Build Peace in the Middle East? thinktank.pk Pakistan's diplomatic role in the Middle East is entering an important phase. As fighting threatens regional stability, energy infrastructure and maritime trade, Islamabad has expressed a clear preference for dialogue, ceasefire and internationally supported negotiations. Foreign Secretary Asim Iftikhar Ahmad's recent remarks reflect a broader principle of Pakistan's foreign policy: conflicts cannot be resolved permanently …
(2026-09-22). Pink Supported Macklemore's Firing. Now Activists Want UNICEF to Cut Ties With Her. theintercept.com 
When the pop singer Pink took to Now, a
(2026-09-22). Trump vs US Media: Is This Tit-for-Tat Battle Becoming a Fight for Press Freedom? thinktank.pk The latest confrontation between Donald Trump and major American news organizations has moved beyond another argument over headlines, television coverage or presidential criticism. It has reached a more consequential question: who controls the flow of information from the White House to the American public? The dispute intensified after Trump's administration barred journalists from CNN, MS …
(2026-09-22). LIVE: India defeat Sri Lanka by 147 runs — Asian Games womens cricket final. aljazeera.com India romp to 147-run win to retain their gold medal at the Asian Games, Sri Lanka win silver and Pakistan bag bronze.
(2026-09-22). 'Deadly hazards': Behind Sudan gold mine collapse, a wartime desperation. aljazeera.com Nearly 100 people have died in recent days in the scramble for gold, whose value has grown in a shattered economy.
(2026-09-22). U.S. student wins Chinese Bridge global championship. ecns.cn A U.S. student has won the global championship at the 19th Chinese Bridge ⚪ Chinese Proficiency Competition for Foreign Secondary School Students, which concluded in Tianjin on Monday.
(2026-09-22). Saturday 10/17: San Francisco: No Kings! Human Banner at Ocean Beach to GOTV. indybay.org Ocean Beach – Stairwell 17 | 1000 Great Hwy | San Francisco, CA 94121…
(2026-09-22). Saturday 10/3: 'Calder | O'Keeffe' Grand Opening. indybay.org 201 Hamilton Ave, Palo Alto, CA 94301…
(2026-09-22). Saturday 10/17: NO KINGS! Nationwide Rallies, Actions & GOTV – Rise Up Against Authoritarianism! indybay.org SF Bay Area, throughout California, and nationwide | Find and join a march, rally, or action near you: | No Kings: www.nokings.org/#map | Action Together West: www.actiontogetherwest.org/bayarea | Tesla Takedown: tesla-takedown.com/…
(2026-09-22). Tuesday 10/6: Community Potluck with the theme "Defending Our Elections" indybay.org 1924 Cedar Street, Berkeley CA…
(2026-09-22). Nobel economists support Prop 40 to tax California billionaires. indybay.org Tax the billionaires in California to kick-start a movement to tax the ultra-wealthy billionaires in the U.S., and elsewhere.
(2026-09-22). Tuesday 9/29: BDS Global Day of Action at Palantir. indybay.org 100 Hamilton Ave | downtown Palo Alto 94301 | intersection Hamilton/Alma | Demo is on the Alma St. side of the building near entrance…
(2026-09-22). Saturday 10/3: Break the Mold. indybay.org Dr. Martin Luther King Jr Library, Room #255 | 150 East San Fernando Street | San Jose, CA 95112…
(2026-09-22). Saturday 9/26: Lompico Pond Restoration Project (LPRP) Volunteer Workday. indybay.org Lompico Pond (aka "Guacamole Pond" officially "Lake Lompico") | ~ 11603 Lakeshore Dr. (Felton CA 95018) near Lake Blvd…
(2026-09-22). 1903 California Tour by Booker T. Washington & 160th Anniversary of the Buffalo Soldiers. indybay.org Booker T. Washington and his delegation, Buffalo Soldiers led by US Army Captain Charles Young, boarded a steam ferry from San Francisco to Oakland where the esteemed educator met with 20 representative Black men from Oakland and San Francisco at the home of Captain William T. Shorey (1859-1919), one of the most prominent and wealthy Black citizens in the Bay Area.
(2026-09-22). China sets Asian record to win men's 4x200m freestyle relay at Asian Games. ecns.cn China completed a comeback in the final 50 meters to win the men's 4x200m freestyle relay gold in an Asian record of 7: 00.17 at the 2026 Asian Games on Monday.
(2026-09-22). Wuhan Vision, Global Outlook. ecns.cn A city's future lies not only within its borders, but far beyond. As Wuhan engages with the world, a bowl of hot dry noodles becomes a starting point for friendly exchange. Delegates from across the globe gathered at the 2026 Global Mayors Dialogue ∑Wuhan to learn from one another and explore diverse paths for modern urban development.
(2026-09-22). Madison, October 6, 2026: Film Screening of "Earth's Greatest Enemy" wibailoutpeople.org 
Tuesday, October 6: Film: Earth's Greatest Enemy — Christ Presbyterian Church,…
(2026-09-22). SEIU1021 SF City Worker Leaders Protest Concession Contract & Call For NO Vote By Members. indybay.org San Francisco City workers are fed up with a concession contract being pushed by the top leaders of the SEIU 1021 and threats to retaliate against chapter leaders who oppose the concessions.
(2026-09-22). Bab al-Mandeb tensions test Egypt's Suez Canal. tribune.com.pk 
Nearly three years after tensions in Bab el-Mandeb disrupted shipping through the Red Sea and inflicted billions of dollars in losses on Egypt's Suez Canal, renewed regional tensions are once again putting the strategic waterway to the test. | Yemen's Houthi group threatened navigation through Bab el-Mandeb, the gateway from the Red Sea to Egypt's Suez Canal and onward to the Mediterranean, nearly three years ago. At the time, Houthi attacks on ships in the Red Sea caused losses of around $11 billion to the canal, one of Egypt's main sources of foreign currency, according to Egyptian officials. | The Houthis r…
(2026-09-22). Canada's BC sues OpenAI over ChatGPT role in Tumbler Ridge school shooting. aljazeera.com British Columbia lawsuit implicates ChatGPT, claiming tech firm ignored deadly threats and demanding safety overhauls.
(2026-09-22). Commemoration of International Day of Peace 2026 opens in Wuhan. ecns.cn The Commemoration of International Day of Peace 2026 opened in Wuhan on Monday, gathering more than 300 delegates from 60 countries to promote dialogue, mutual understanding, and global solidarity.
(2026-09-22). Central Chinese city accelerates development of modern service industry cluster. ecns.cn Xianning City in central China's Hubei Province plans to develop a 10-billion-yuan ($1.49 billion) modern service industry cluster in its Xian'an District by 2030, according to local authorities.
(2026-09-22). ICRC president: Urgent steps needed to de-escalate hostilities in Middle East. icrc.org The following is a statement from ICRC President Mirjana Spoljaric on the widening of hostilities in the Middle East:…
(2026-09-22). Brazil election: Lula and Flavio Bolsonaro tied in latest polls. aljazeera.com Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva is running in October's election for a fourth non-consecutive term as Brazil's president.
(2026-09-22). Mamdani challenges Trump over White House press ban during meeting. aljazeera.com President Trump met New York Mayor Zohran Mamdani at his official residence, one day before Trump speaks to the UNGA.
(2026-09-22). One question for 'smiling angels' ⚪ How could we humans do better. ecns.cn At the Yangtze Cetacean Breeding and Research Center, delegates of the 2026 World Mayors Dialogue ∑ Wuhan came face to face with the river's iconic "smiling angels" and saw firsthand how Wuhan is working to protect the species and restore its aquatic environment.
(2026-09-22). Meeting 'smiling angels', we ask: How could humans do better. ecns.cn Recently, international guests attending the 2026 Global Mayors Dialogue ∑ Wuhan visited the Yangtze Cetacean Breeding and Research Center, where they came face to face with the Yangtze finless porpoises, affectionately known as the river's "smiling angels."
(2026-09-22). Saturday 10/31: HOWLloweenie SF World Naked Bike Ride. indybay.org Rincon "Cupid's Arrow" Park | Folsom St. & The Embarcadero Promenade, San Francisco, California USA…
(2026-09-22). Sumama suffers first round exit at Asian Games. tribune.com.pk 
Pakistan had a disappointing start in boxing when their promising fighter Sumama Rahman lost his first fight of the 55 kilogramme weight category to Tajikistan's Miraj Sufijonov at the 20th Asian Games boxing event at the Nishio Gymnasium on Tuesday. | Lahore-born Sumama fought well against a better boxer before losing 5-0. | "He could have won it but he did not play according to his potential," coach Tariq Siddiqui told The Express Tribune. | "His opponent was more mature but you know its part of the game," Tariq said. | This was the first fight from Pakistan in boxing in the Japan event. Maria Rind will face…
(2026-09-22). China's EVs Foil Oil Market Chaos, unlike Carbon Economies. juancole.com By (The Conversation) — Oil markets are in turmoil amid renewed tensions in the Middle East. Prices have risen past US$100 (A$140) a barrel for the first time The biggest trigger is the bombing of Saudi Arabia's crucial
(2026-09-22). UN General Assembly 2026: When is it, who is speaking and when? aljazeera.com September 22 marks the start of the general debate, where all 193 UN member states are invited to address the UNGA.
(2026-09-22). International students make mooncakes and experience traditional Chinese culture. ecns.cn An event featuring traditional Chinese medicine and Mid-Autumn Festival culture was held in Liuzhou, south China's Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region on Monday.
(2026-09-22). World Rhino Day 2026: Five species, one fight for survival. ecns.cn September 22 is World Rhino Day, a day to raise awareness for all five rhino species and the global efforts to protect them.
(2026-09-22). China breaks qualification world record in 10m air rifle mixed team at Aichi-Nagoya Asian Games. ecns.cn The Chinese team composed of Wang Zifei and Sheng Lihao refreshed the qualification world record of the 10m air rifle mixed team event at the Aichi-Nagoya Asian Games on Tuesday.
(2026-09-22). UK-backed AI system strengthens FBR tax monitoring across cement sector. tribune.com.pk 
An artificial intelligence-powered system "Digital Eye" is now monitoring production at all 27 cement factories in Pakistan, helping the Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) strengthen tax compliance and improve visibility of output, according to officials statement | The system, first piloted in 2023, uses advanced video analytics to monitor production lines in real time, providing factories and the FBR with an independent record of production. Working alongside FBR's existing Track and Trace System, the "Digital Eye" system gives tax authorities greater visibility of output while reducing reliance on manual inspec…
(2026-09-22). ISIL-linked detainees report night raids, extortion, violence at Roj camp. aljazeera.com Over 2,300 women and children are still held in what UN experts and human rights groups describe as open-ended detention…
(2026-09-22). Attempted murder for the man who shot three Palestinians in Vermont. aljazeera.com Jason Eaton was found guilty of attempted second-degree murder for the shooting of three Palestinian college students.
(2026-09-22). US strikes on alleged drug boats may be 'crimes against humanity', UN says. aljazeera.com UN expert says US forces have killed 223 people in 68 attacks in the Caribbean and the Pacific in the past year.
(2026-09-22). 'Orphaned' by floods, more than 500 Nepali children face uncertain future. aljazeera.com More than 500 children are now in shelters, their parents missing or declared dead since the August 26 floods.
(2026-09-22). Pakistan Women Secure Bronze Medal at Asian Games 2026. thinktank.pk Pakistan women's cricket team claimed the bronze medal at the Asian Games 2026 after defeating Bangladesh by 31 runs in the bronze-medal match at Korogi Sports Park in Nisshin on Tuesday. A powerful all-round display from Fatima Sana and a match-winning spell from Umm-e-Hani helped Pakistan overcome Bangladesh in a contest that saw the team recover strongly after losing five wickets …
(2026-09-22). No, Climate Change is Not 'Squeezing' the World's Vineyards. wattsupwiththat.com It has become one of the settled rituals of the climate-activist press: almost any hardship afflicting any agricultural sector, anywhere in the world, is now reflexively laid at the door of "climate change".
(2026-09-22). Nigeria's refining revolution has a monopoly problem. aljazeera.com Dangote has slashed fuel imports, but market concentration risks keeping the benefits from common Nigerians.
(2026-09-22). Tuesday 9/22: Webinar: Predatory State. indybay.org Zoom | us06web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_BGNG……
(2026-09-22). Tuesday 9/22: Demand SF City hall Address the AI Threat to Public Safety. indybay.org San Francisco City Hall (Polk b/w McAllister and Grove)…
(2026-09-22). A day out with a shelter dog: How ACCT Philly's Pupventures helps dogs find forever homes. whyy.org 
From Philly and the Pa. suburbs to South Jersey and Delaware, what would you like WHYY News to cover? Dogs at Philadelphia's animal shelters can spend up to 23 hours a day in their kennels. | Pupventures, a program of
(2026-09-22). Beijing ranks fifth in 2026 Global City Talent Retention Index. ecns.cn Beijing ranked fifth in the 2026 Global City Talent Retention Index, remaining in the world's top 10 for the seventh consecutive year, according to a report released in Beijing on Monday.
(2026-09-22). Houthis battle for strategic heights in Yemen as thousands more flee homes. aljazeera.com Fighting intensifies as US media say Trump called off attacks against Houthis at the last minute on Sunday.
(2026-09-22). China voices concern over U.S. Typhon missile deployment in Japan. ecns.cn The deployment of the U.S. Typhon missile system in Japan poses a strategic security concern, Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson Guo Jiakun said on Monday, warning that it could heighten the risk of military confrontation and an arms race.
(2026-09-22). Xtinction Rebellion at the Ferry Building. indybay.org Climate crisis message delivered to crowds at the Ferry Building…
(2026-09-22). Madison, September 24, 2026: Vigil Against U.S. Wars and Militarism. wibailoutpeople.org Thursday, September 24: Weekly Vigil Against War and Militarism Corner of Willy and Blair Streets, Madison 4: 30 — 5: 30 PM World BEYOND War Madison Thursday vigils are a time to bear witness together to the desecration and to imagine a different world. This Thursday and future Thursdays we will stand in solidarity with all who …
(2026-09-22). WHYY Newscast for Tuesday 6:00 a.m. whyy.org The latest local headlines from WHYY…
(2026-09-22). President Pezeshkian vows to 'firmly defend' Iran ahead of New York visit for UNGA. geo.tv Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian speaks before departing for New York, at Mehrabad Airport in Tehran, Iran, September 22, 2026. — ReutersPezeshkian due to speak at UN meeting on Wednesday.Iran's delegation to be subject to movement restrictions.Iran's FM Araghchi speaks with UN…
(2026-09-22). Fire Re-ignites at Moss Landing 300 MW Battery Storage Facility. indybay.org Fire Re-ignites Days After EPA and Vistra Announce Final Cleanup Phase…
(2026-09-22). Turkish president calls for UN Security Council reform, end to veto privilege. tribune.com.pk 
Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan called for comprehensive reform of the UN Security Council, including the removal of the veto power held by its permanent members, arguing that the international system must better reflect today's global realities. | In an article for Bloomberg titled "The Quest for Global Justice in a Changing World," Erdogan said recent crises, including pandemics, energy shocks, disruptions to supply chains and regional conflicts, had demonstrated the limits of leaving solutions to global challenges to the decisions of a handful of capitals. | Stressing that global decision-making mech…
(2026-09-22). BRICS demands UN Security Council Reform. unitedworldint.com From New Delhi / India Another BRICS summit has concluded, this time taking place in New Delhi, India. Questions arise regarding the outcomes of the gathering. We asked these to Manish Chand, founder and CEO of the Indian think tank Centre for Global India Insight. What's your take on this summit? What was, for your …
(2026-09-22). This play conceived by teens in Philadelphia's Germantown neighborhood could be the 'ultimate toolkit' toward becoming better adults. whyy.org From Philly and the Pa. suburbs to South Jersey and Delaware, what would you like WHYY News to cover? After a global apocalyptic disaster, survivors have divided themselves into warring tribes, clashing over what's left of the world. | "It's 30 years after this big disaster called The Reckoning," said Chedani Presley, 14. "The three factions decided on three different ways of living." | Nola Larson, 16, chimed in: | "The world has flooded and that's how people are living now. Their mindsets have separated everyone into these three factions: Adaptation, Restoration and Ocean…
(2026-09-22). South African Women Need Protection, Not Warnings. hrw.org Click to expand Image | A student during a vigil for victims of gender-based violence and femicide at the University of Cape Town, South Africa, September 18, 2026. | © 2026 Esa Alexander/Reuters…
(2026-09-22). PSX pares early gains on profit-taking. tribune.com.pk 
Trading at the Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX) turned mildly negative on Tuesday as profit-taking erased early gains after the morning rally, although buying in index-heavy stocks continued to provide support amid optimism over a possible resolution to the United States-Iran conflict. | The benchmark KSE-100 Index stood at 171,107.46 at 12: 43pm, down 45.70 points or 0.03% from the previous close of 171,153.16. | The market had opened on a positive note, with the index rising 381.37 points, or 0.22%, to 171,534.53 by 9: 38am as investors anticipated developments at the United Nations that could help end the US-Ira…
(2026-09-22). Charlottesville Marked the International Day of Peace. worldbeyondwar.org 
Charlottesville Center for Peace and Justice held a rally at the Downtown Mall in Charlottesville, Virginia, on Monday, marking the International Day of Peace. The rally was moved under the Charlottesville pavillion due to rain. #WorldBEYONDWar…
(2026-09-22). "We can adapt to anything, but not to war" icrc.org Delivering for people in conflict settings: reflections on an evolving humanitarian landscape…
(2026-09-22). Cluster munitions: "The suffering must not continue for another generation" icrc.org Opening Statement by ICRC Vice President Jàºrg Lauber at the Third Review Conference of the Convention on Cluster Munitions, Vientiane, Lao People's Democratic Republic, 14 September, 2026…
(2026-09-22). Europe Is Sitting on a ‚Ǩ140 Billion Energy Resource — And It's Being Wasted. thinktank.pk Europe's energy debate has traditionally revolved around where its next supply of electricity and gas will come from. The continent has invested heavily in renewables, LNG infrastructure, interconnectors, nuclear power, batteries and hydrogen while searching for ways to reduce exposure to imported fossil fuels. But a potentially transformative energy resource is hiding in plain sight …
(2026-09-22). Ningbo's European beer imports top 100 million yuan in first eight months. ecns.cn Ningbo Port in east China's Zhejiang Province imported 107 million yuan ($15 million) worth of beer from Europe in the first eight months of 2026, up 3.5% year on year, according to Ningbo Customs on Monday.
(2026-09-22). Workers idle, trucks empty as war slams Iraqi oil hub. geo.tv In the Iraqi oil hub of Basra, maintenance contractor Fawzi spends his days cooling his heels waiting for work that seldom comes, as the Middle East war puts a serious crimp on the once-bustling port town.Basra has long been a key cog in Iraq's economy but, after months of Iran choking…
(2026-09-22). Beijing, Hangzhou, Shenzhen top China's 2026 AI computing power ranking. ecns.cn Beijing, Hangzhou and Shenzhen were ranked China's top three cities for AI computing power in 2026, according to a report jointly released in Beijing on Monday by IDC and Inspur Information.
(2026-09-22). Lebanon: Humanitarian needs remain acute amid continued uncertainty. icrc.org April-September 2026…
(2026-09-22). Hungry: Trump regime & MAGA are starving America's children. indybay.org Food Not Bombs feeding the poor and hungry at People's Park in Berkeley, before People's Park was stolen from the people!
(2026-09-22). Two cops guarding polio team martyred in Balochistan's Noshki. tribune.com.pk 
Two police officers providing security to a polio vaccination team were killed after unidentified armed men opened fire in Noshki district of Balochistan, officials said on Tuesday. | The incident came as a week-long sub-national polio vaccination campaign was underway in 115 districts across Pakistan. More than 31 million children under the age of five were due to receive polio drops during the campaign, with activities focused on high-risk and hotspot areas in Balochistan, Gilgit-Baltistan, Islamabad, Khyber- Pakhtunkhwa, Punjab and Sindh. | The attack took place in Killi Jamalabad, where police personnel ha…
(2026-09-22). Sunday 9/20: Block The Merger: Rally outside AG Oakland office. indybay.org California Attorney General's Office | 1515 Clay St | Oakland, CA 94612…
(2026-09-22). Milwaukee: Mapping Racism and Resistance Documenting "Racial Covenants" wibailoutpeople.org 
Mapping Racism and Resistance represents the first effort to comprehensively document and map all racial covenants in Milwaukee County. Our goal is to not only analyze and visualize the historical geographies of racial covenants, but also to uncover Black resistance to such discrimination and its impact in shaping racial justice movements today.
(2026-09-22). JI gives PM talks a chance, keeps Islamabad march on table. tribune.com.pk 
Jamaat-e-Islami (JI) chief Hafiz Naeemur Rehman said on Tuesday that the party would not withdraw its protest movement or planned long march towards Islamabad, but would meet Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif to discuss relief measures after the premier requested time for talks. | Speaking at a press conference in Multan, Rehman said the JI had decided after an extended consultation to allow the prime minister to meet the party and discuss its demands. | "We will not withdraw from our protest movement, and we will not withdraw from our long march," he said. | Rehman said the prime minister had contacted him by pho…
(2026-09-22). China claims 2 golds, 1 silver, 2 bronzes at World Climbing Series in Chongqing. ecns.cn China won two golds, one silver and two bronzes at the 2026 World Climbing Series in Chongqing, which concluded on Sunday.
(2026-09-22). Monday 10/12: Christians for a Free Palestine October Community Call: Indigenous Day. indybay.org Online | christiansforafreepalestine.com/events/o……
(2026-09-22). India defeat Sri Lanka by 147 runs as Mandhana shines in Asian Games final. aljazeera.com Sri Lanka were bowled out for 69 runs, 10 less than Mandhana's belligerent match-winning innings as India retained gold.
(2026-09-22). New Jersey election 2026: Cory Booker faces 3 challengers in U.S. Senate race. Here's what to know. whyy.org In the Here's What's at stake in the race?: | One-third of U.S. Senate seats are up for election. Republicans…
(2026-09-22). U.S. student wins global title at Chinese Bridge competition. ecns.cn U.S. student Willa Brubaker won the global title at the 19th Chinese Bridge—Chinese Proficiency Competition for Foreign Secondary School Students in Tianjin on Monday night.
(2026-09-22). Preserving humanity in war by strengthening commitment to IHL. icrc.org Statement delivered by Elyse Mosquini, Permanent Observer to the UN, at the Arria-formula meeting of the UN Security Council on upholding international law in situations of armed conflict, 16 September 2026, New York.
(2026-09-22). China builds more than 2,500 km of trunk oil and gas pipelines in 2026. ecns.cn China has built more than 2,500 kilometers of new trunk oil and gas pipelines this year, bringing the total length of its national trunk pipeline network to 112,900 km, official data show.
(2026-09-22). Honorable William Alexander Leidesdorff, Jr. 2026 Golden Harvest Fandango Weekend. indybay.org Leidesdorff built the SF City Hotel, an early Civic Center of activity, first shipping warehouse, long wharf and operated the first steamboat on San Francisco Bay. He donated the land and served on the SF School Board that built the first public school in California.
(2026-09-22). The Real Danger Of AI Is That It Is Run By Evil Warmongers. thealtworld.com The biggest AI threat isn't artificial superintelligence wiping out humanity in a fit of mechanical vengeance like some digital Old Testament God, it's the same oligarchs and empire managers as usual inflicting the same evils and abuses as usual upon their fellow man. | We're already presently watching the empire
(2026-09-22). Pakistan seal second Asian Games win in men's kabaddi. tribune.com.pk 
Pakistan on Tuesday continued to deliver when they whipped little known Nepal in their Group B men's kabaddi match of the 20th Asian Games at the Tokai Citizen Gymnasium in Aichi Perfecture. | Nepal, who are not known for kabaddi, did a good job to extend some laudable resistance to the Green-shirts who have a strong legacy in the sport. | Pakistan won it 58-43. The victory also took the last edition's bronze medallists Pakistan to the top of the group with four points from two wins. | Pakistan on Monday had crushed Malaysia 65-22 in their opener. Pakistan will now face Thailand on Wednesday before facing Iran…
(2026-09-22). A People's Park forum: Still Here – What We Want and How We Get There. indybay.org People's Park has been enclosed, but the community connected to it has not disappeared. People are still gathering, feeding one another, offering support, making art, preserving history, and organizing across Southside. What is happening now? Why are we still here? What do we want for People's Park and the people connected to it, and how do we get there?>
(2026-09-22). Usman Khan makes Asian Games debut in Japan. tribune.com.pk 
Pakistan's premier eventer Usman Khan on Tuesday made his Asian Games debut in Japan. | Usman finished 19th out of 31 riders in dressage with 36.70 penalty points. | China's Tian Hua topped the race with 26.90 pp, and was followed by Korntawat Samran of Thailand with a 29.70pp and Japan's Toshiyuki Tanaka at the third place with 29.90pp. | Meanwhile in showjumping Usman ended 20th out of 32 riders with a 44.70pp. | China's Tian Hua also ruled this section with 26.90pp. He was trailed by Woraphat Sihiju of Thailand with 30.10pp and Ryo Murata of Japan with 30.40pp. | The cross country competition will be held o…
(2026-09-22). Saturday 11/14: 23rd Annual Palestinian Crafts Bazaar. indybay.org 1200 4th St, Berkeley, CA 94710…
(2026-09-22). Xu Jiayu wins men's 50m backstroke gold at Aichi-Nagoya Asian Games. ecns.cn
(2026-09-22). International Day of the Disappeared: Supporting Families of Missing Persons. icrc.org
(2026-09-22). Nepal: Operational update on humanitarian response after devastating floods. icrc.org
(2026-09-22). Armenia: Operational highlights for the first half of 2026. icrc.org
(2026-09-22). Hong Kong fencer Cheung Ka Long competes in men's individual foil at Aichi-Nagoya Asian Games. ecns.cn
(2026-09-22). Build on the past, shape the future: the ICRC's 40 years of humanitarian dialogue with the PLA. icrc.org
(2026-09-22). ICRC delivers 22 tonnes of medical supplies to support Yemen's front-line hospitals. icrc.org
(2026-09-22). Our work in Israel and the Occupied Territories: January to June 2026. icrc.org
(2026-09-22). Philippines: How clean water reached a remote village in Misamis Oriental. icrc.org
(2026-09-22). South Sudan: A Lifeline Under Pressure. icrc.org
(2026-09-22). Mental Health and Psychosocial Support (MHPSS): Subregional Conference in Amman Bridging Theory, research and Field Practice in Supporting Families of Missing Persons. icrc.org
(2026-09-22). Democratic Republic of the Congo: Shwandezi, the baby without a name. icrc.org
(2026-09-22). Beijing Xiangshan Forum: Upholding humanity amid evolving risks and challenges. icrc.org
(2026-09-22). African Union: Safeguarding water and sanitation in armed conflict and detention. icrc.org
(2026-09-22). Xi to pay state visit to U.S. from Sept. 23 to 25. ecns.cn
(2026-09-22). ICRC director-general concludes visits to Oman and Qatar, strengthening humanitarian dialogue and partnerships. icrc.org
(2026-09-22). Earthquake in Colombia: The ICRC supports the rehabilitation of essential community infrastructure. icrc.org
(2026-09-22). South Sudan: Facts and Figures, January – June 2026. icrc.org
(2026-09-22). 11th Annual Milwaukee Muslim Film Festival October 1-4, 2026. wibailoutpeople.org
(2026-09-22). Current Affairs Video Brief | Joining hands for a shared future: Xi Jinping's initiative brings young people from China and the United States together. ecns.cn
(2026-09-22). Frequently asked questions: Cluster munitions. icrc.org
(2026-09-22). Journalists visit dismantled large-scale telecom fraud compound in Cambodia. ecns.cn
(2026-09-22). ICRC president: The responsibility to protect civilians lies with those who hold political power. icrc.org
(2026-09-22). Renewed Appeal 2026: a call to close the humanitarian funding gap. icrc.org
(2026-09-22). ICRC team meets authorities at Israeli military detention facility as part of efforts to reinstate access. icrc.org
(2026-09-22). Wan Letian wins women's 50m backstroke gold at Aichi-Nagoya Asian Games. ecns.cn
(2026-09-22). ONU: Antonio Guterres defiende un futuro de igualdad y paz. radiohc.cu El secretario general de la Organización de las Naciones Unidas (ONU), António Guterres abogó este lunes por construir un futuro con igualdad, inclusión, desarrollo sostenible y derechos, en su mensaje por el Día Internacional de la Paz. | En un comunicado, Guterres alertó que en la actualidad "ese bien vital escasea peligrosamente" y lamentó que las comunidades se vean afectadas por la violencia y las divisiones.Los conflictos aumentan en escala y complejidad, traspasan fronteras y causan un sufrimiento enorme. El diálogo flaquea, las soluciones se resisten a llegar y la solidaridad brilla por su ausencia", advi…
(2026-09-22). Cheques para comprar simpatías. radiohc.cu En un intento por ganar adeptos hacia los republicanos a propósito de las próximas elecciones de medio término, el presidente estadounidense, Donald Trump, ofertó pagar cinco mil dólares a sus coterráneos si su Partido se impone en las urnas. | La promesa de Trump fue presentada por sus críticos como una señal de la preocupación del magnate, ante encuestas que auguran la pérdida de los republicanos del control de la Cámara de Representantes y una porfía reñida por el Senado. | El polémico ofrecimiento encontró cuestionamientos, sobre todo entre quienes indagan de dónde saldrán los fondos para comprar las simpatía…
(2026-09-22). Argentina, Catamarca: Entrevista a vocero de Comunidad Indígena Peñas Negras. indybay.org Argentina, Catamarca: Entrevista a vocero de Comunidad Indígena Peñas Negras. °Basta Ya de represión y saqueo! Resistir para Existir!
(2026-09-22). International Forum for Peace. worldbeyondwar.org By World BEYOND War, September 21, 2026 | Message from World BEYOND War Executive Director David Swanson to the Foro Internacionale Por La Paz in Madrid.
(2026-09-21). China confirms Xi to visit US this week for Trump talks. geo.tv US President Donald Trump and Chinese President Xi Jinping walk together as they tour the Temple of Heaven in Beijing, China, May 14, 2026. — ReutersXi to hold talks with Trump on trade, AI and global issues.Trump to personally welcome Xi at Joint Base Andrews.Trump says he will…
(2026-09-21). Immigration Roulette: Husband Granted Asylum, Wife Locked Up Awaiting Deportation. theintercept.com 
An Iranian couple seeking refuge in the U.S. has been separated for nearly two years after separate immigration judges issued sharply diverging rulings on their nearly identical asylum applications. | Mohammadjamal Azizi and Hannaneh Alikaram requested asylum after arriving in the United States in late 2024, for fear of the persecution they would likely face as Christian converts in Iran, where they had twice been arrested due to their faith. | Since arriving in the U.S., they have faced sharply different versions of American justice, the result of a process advocates refer to bitterly as "immigration roulette…
(2026-09-21). How Trump Violated the Tenets of Realism in Attacking Iran. juancole.com Tehran (Special to Informed Comment; Feature) — The father of and the key figure in Classical Realism, Hans Morgenthau, has some pieces of practical advice for politicians. They include "Never put yourself in a position from which you cannot retreat without losing face and from which you cannot advance without great risks." He also says: "Never allow a weak ally to make decisions for you." It seems that both principles have been disregarded by President Donald Trump ever since he decided to start a military operation against Iran. At the moment it can be argued that the President has got caught in a complica…
(2026-09-21). MICHIGAN! Join International day of action at FANUC America in Auburn Hills on September 24, 2026! Stop U.S.-Israel Genocide! wibailoutpeople.org 
We will be joining organizations across the globe as part of the Global Week of Action to demand that FANUC stop supplying robot arms to companies arming the genocide, including Elbit Systems. We will not stop and we will not rest until we #StopFANUCNow. : Thursday, September 24 : 4 pm : Fanuc America. 2600 …
(2026-09-21). Video of Webinar: Stand with Sudan, End Canadian Complicity. worldbeyondwar.org Over the past year, the Canadian government has undertaken aggressive efforts to strengthen and expand economic ties with the United Arab Emirates (UAE), while it directly enables the genocidal Rapid Support Forces (RSF) in Sudan. #WorldBEYONDWar…
(2026-09-21). Valencia highlights "silent genocide" against Cuba. radiohc.cu The José Martí Valencian Association of Friendship with Cuba experienced a week of intense solidarity and cultural activity, taking the opportunity to denounce the "silent genocide" against the island. | In a report sent to Prensa Latina, the organization highlighted its participation in the 7th edition of the *Música por la Integración* (Music for Integration) festival, organized by the Cantarranes association in Benimà met. | The events provided a platform to denounce the silent genocide the United States is inflicting upon the Cuban people, as well as to assert the sovereignty of the largest of the Antilles an…
(2026-09-21). Cuba denounces U.S. government push to impose Monroe Doctrine. radiohc.cu Cuban Foreign Minister Bruno Rodríguez denounced on Monday that Latin America and the Caribbean are the target of a push by the United States government aimed at imposing the archaic Monroe Doctrine, reinforced by new and unacceptable corollaries. | During a ministerial meeting of the Community of Latin American and Caribbean States (CELAC), held in the context of the 81st session of the UN General Assembly (UNGA81), Bruno Rodríguez stated that this constitutes "our main concern and key issue to denounce today." | The militarization of the region—warned the head of the Cuban delegation to the High-Level seg…
(2026-09-21). Deep sadness over the passing of teacher and ballet dancer María Elena Llorente. radiohc.cu María Elena Llorente, Principal Dancer and *MaàÆtre* (ballet mistress/coach) of the National Ballet of Cuba (BNC), passed away Monday morning at the age of 80 at the Hermanos Ameijeiras Hospital in this city, due to complications arising from heart failure. | According to a post on the BNC's official Facebook page, Llorente—a recipient of the National Dance Award—was born in the Cuban capital on May 20, 1946. She began her ballet studies as a child at the School of the Pro-Arte Musical Society of Havana, later continuing at the Alicia Alonso National Ballet Academy. | Notable teachers contribute…
(2026-09-21). Marco Rubio's plan for Nicaragua is not what democracy looks like. peoplesworld.org 
After Venezuela and Cuba, will the Trump administration turn its spotlight onto Nicaragua? Secretary of State Marco Rubio has just finished a tour of three Latin American countries now allied with Trump—Colombia, Ecuador, and Peru—and was asked about U.S. policy towards Cuba and Nicaragua, and what he would do "to finally bring those dictatorships to …
(2026-09-21). Díaz-Canel: "We are millions writing the great odyssey of Cuban resistance" radiohc.cu Miguel Díaz-Canel, First Secretary of the Central Committee of the Communist Party of Cuba and President of the Republic, addressed the recent sanctions imposed by the United States government on entities linked to key sectors of the country's development. | The Cuban leader remarked that the list "will be endless," since "we are millions — in Cuba and around the world — writing the great odyssey of Cuban resistance with talent, patriotism and solidarity." | Foreign Minister Bruno Rodríguez also warned via his X account of the new offensive by U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio against institutions a…
(2026-09-21). Fortalece Ministerio de Justicia proceso de digitalización de servicios legales y registrales. radiohc.cu El Ministerio de Justicia de la República de Cuba (MINJUS) desarrolla varios proyectos de informatización centrados en la transformación digital de los servicios legales y registrales, con el propósito de acercarlos a la ciudadanía. | Así lo dio a conocer la institución en su cuenta oficial en Facebook, donde informó que entre las iniciativas en marcha se encuentra la digitalización del Registro Civil, proceso que abarcó la digitalización de libros y millones de folios de nacimientos, matrimonios y defunciones para proteger la memoria nacional y agilizar consultas. | De acuerdo con la fuente, también se desarroll…
(2026-09-21). Encuentro de cubanos en EE.UU. reafirmó vínculos con la Patria. radiohc.cu El Encuentro Nacional de Cubanos Residentes en Estados Unidos, se celebró este último fin de semana en la sede de la Misión Permanente de Cuba ante las Naciones Unidas en Nueva York. | La cita resultó un espacio de diálogo con la delegación cubana al Segmento de Alto Nivel del Debate General. | El portal del Ministerio de Relaciones Exteriores, Cubaminrex, preciso que el encuentro estuvo presidido por el canciller Bruno Rodríguez Parrilla, acompañado por Carlos Fernández de Cossío, viceministro del ramo, y Ana Teresita González Fraga, directora general de Asuntos Consulares y Cubanos Residentes en el Exterior.
(2026-09-21). Cultura cubana lamenta fallecimiento de destacada personalidad del ballet. radiohc.cu María Elena Llorente, Primera bailarina y MaàÆtre del Ballet Nacional de Cuba (BNC), falleció este lunes a los 80 años de edad, a causa de complicaciones derivadas de una insuficiencia cardiaca. | La también Premio Nacional de Danza, nació en la capital cubana el 20 de mayo de 1946; desde niña inició sus estudios de ballet en la Escuela de la Sociedad Pro-Arte Musical de La Habana, para continuar luego en la Academia Nacional de Ballet Alicia Alonso. | Notables maestros contribuyeron a su formación: Alicia Alonso (1920-2019), Fernando Alonso (1914-2013), Marta Mahr, Alexandra Fedórova (1884-1972), y, de man…
(2026-09-21). Gathering of Cubans in the U.S. reaffirms ties to the Homeland. radiohc.cu The National Meeting of Cubans Residing in the United States took place over the weekend at the headquarters of Cuba's Permanent Mission to the United Nations in New York. It served as a forum for dialogue with the Cuban delegation attending the High-Level Segment of the General Debate. | According to Cubaminrex, the Foreign Ministry's website, the meeting was presided over by Foreign Minister Bruno Rodríguez Parrilla, accompanied by Deputy Foreign Minister Carlos Fernández de Cossío and Ana Teresita González Fraga, Director General of Consular Affairs and Cuban Residents Abroad. | Deputy Foreign Minister Carlos…
(2026-09-21). Gaza's disabled left behind: 'All our dreams are gone'. therealnews.com 
Rabab Nawfal and Suha Maqat competed for Palestine's national teams. Now, in broken wheelchairs in Gaza's tent camps, they describe famine, displacement, and a world that stopped asking after them. | Champion athletes Rabab Nawfal and Suha Maqat, two of Gaza's disabled people now in broken wheelchairs, on famine, displacement, and being forgotten by the world. documentary,Gaza,Israel,Palestine,video,disabled in Gaza
(2026-09-21). ICE agent shoots delivery driver in Austin as officials question who will investigate. nationofchange.org 
The Department of Homeland Security says it is leading the inquiry, with its Homeland Security Investigations unit in charge, a role the FBI has historically held, CBS News reported.
(2026-09-21). UN Panic: What if President Trump Vetoes all the Globalist Climate Warrior Secretary General Candidates? wattsupwiththat.com Apparently UN favoured candidates are not impressing Team Trump. But there is another potential candidate who might tick everyone's box.
(2026-09-21). Trump says he is in 'deciding mode' on destroying Iran. nationofchange.org 
The Pentagon's own death count is undercounting US troops killed in the seven-month war, the Washington Post has reported.
(2026-09-21). Two Indian students from Tamil Nadu, Puducherry die in Canada air crash during flight training. ptcnews.tv Canada air crash: Two Indian students from Tamil Nadu and Puducherry were killed in an aircraft accident in Canada while undergoing flight training, the Consulate General of India in Vancouver said on Sunday. The deceased were identified as Manoj Sivakumar and Srisaran Thirugnanasambantham.In a post on X, the Indian consulate expressed condolences to the families and said it would provide all possible assistance. This includes helping with the repatriation of the students' mortal remains to India.The exact circumstances of the crash have not yet been officially detailed.According to Canadian broadcaster CBC, a C…
(2026-09-21). The Vatican's Green Gospel. wattsupwiththat.com The Catholic Church rightly encourages Christians to be good stewards of creation, but has that stewardship begun to eclipse salvation? Reducing carbon emissions seems to be a greater priority than reducing sin.
(2026-09-21). The bizarre case of the Olney house. whyy.org A dilapidated property in the Olney section of Philadelphia is at the center of a sprawling criminal investigation. Reporters walk us through the case.
(2026-09-21). John Fetterman Is Fundraising on GOP Donor Email Lists. theintercept.com 
(2026-09-21). Quiz Yourself: Can You Spot Voting Misinformation? aclu.org Make sure you're well equipped against voting misinformation.
(2026-09-21). NAACP sues Trump administration over armed agents at the polls. nationofchange.org 
The suit cites a fatal Minneapolis shooting by federal agents as evidence of the fear such deployments can create.
(2026-09-21). Private jets use 7 percent of airspace but pay under 0.6 percent of aviation trust fund taxes, report says. nationofchange.org 
The Institute for Policy Studies also counts more than $1.13 billion in airport grants that may mainly benefit private jets, as a provision in the ALERT Act draws opposition over state tax enforcement.
(2026-09-21). SEC votes to propose scrapping rule that lets shareholders force a vote. nationofchange.org 
Investor advocates call the move a threat to eight decades of shareholder oversight…
(2026-09-21). Australia can't outbid a blockade. onlineopinion.com.au Rich countries are insulated from the worst of commodity markets, but there are some things money can't buy.
(2026-09-21). WBW Marks International Day of Peace in the Philippines. worldbeyondwar.org 
Together with Kilusan para sa Pambansang Demokrasya, World BEYOND War commemorated the 45th International Day of Peace in Manilla with a public event held at a wall of remembrance bearing the names of many anti-martial-law heroes in the Philippines. #WorldBEYONDWar…
(2026-09-21). Let's Make Your Voting Plan! aclu.org Are you prepared to cast your ballot? Make a voting plan with us ahead of Election Day!
(2026-09-21). Atletico Madrid Wins the Derby at Home. radiohc.cu Havana, September 20 (RHC) — Atletico Madrid won the derby against Real Madrid (2-1) with goals from Grimaldo, from a penalty, Jonathan David, and Rudiger, already in the final stretch of the match. | Giuliano, who drew the penalty and Huijsen's sending-off after halftime and then set up the Canadian for the 2-0, showed why he plays for Atlético Madrid, who ended up suffering after Real Madrid's late surge, putting on a poor display at the Metropolitano. Simeone's men go into the international break in second place, ahead of Real Madrid, and five points behind an unstoppable Barcelona side who have won every…
(2026-09-21). N.Y. reparations rally: 'They stole us! They sold us! They owe us!'. peoplesworld.org 
BROOKLYN, N.Y.—A crowd of a few hundred people gathered at Fulton Park in Bedford-Stuyvesant on Aug. 29 to attend a reparations rally being coordinated by the December 12th Movement, a Pan-African human rights organization based in New York City. The rally was held to commemorate the 25th anniversary of the United Nations World Conference Against …
(2026-09-21). WHYY Newscast for Monday 9:00 a.m. whyy.org The latest local headlines from WHYY…
(2026-09-21). Attorney General Bonta Caves to Pressure from Billionaires and Gavin Newsom, Paves Way for Disastrous Paramount-Warner Bros. Mega-Merger. commondreams.org According to Bloomberg on Monday, California State Attorney General Rob Bonta and other state attorneys general have reached a settlement of their antitrust lawsuit against Paramount Skydance's $111 billion takeover bid for Warner Bros. Discovery. | According to the report, the settlement creates a nominally independent editorial board to oversee CNN and CBS, and makes promises on the output of the combined studios' movie production. Bloomberg does not report any divestitures of the merged companies' massive cable channel portfolio. | These minor concessions are largely unenforceable behavioral remedies that B…
(2026-09-20). Businesses look to Sino-U.S. trade talks. ecns.cn A new round of China-United States economic and trade talks in the U.S. has raised expectations among U.S. businesses and industry groups of further progress in bilateral commercial ties and greater certainty for companies operating across the two markets.
(2026-09-21). Law Pod UK latest episode: AI in healthcare. ukhumanrightsblog.com 
On the 10th of September, the National Commission into the Regulation of AI in Healthcare published its blueprint for regulating AI in the health service. It runs to 119 pages and 44 recommendations. This follows the equally hefty Jurisdiction Task Force legal statement on liability for AI harms, which I discussed with Jacob Turner and …
(2026-09-21). 'Paychecks and Prices Coalition' fleshes out midterm elections platform. peoplesworld.org 
WASHINGTON—Aiming to show that "affordability" is more than just a campaign slogan, a parade of advocates plus pollster Celinda Lake laid out details of what the Democratic Party should be campaigning on in the final six weeks before the Nov. 3 election. In a two-hour session, labor organizations and their allies—making up what they called …
(2026-09-21). UN Summit: Time for the Western-Centered Order to Reckon with Itself! unitedworldint.com By Adem Kƒ±lƒ±àß, Political Scientist The United States will not only host the new session of the United Nations General Assembly this week. In my view, the main issue will be reopening the debate over how functional the international system established after World War II is today. Because as many leaders, led by President Erdoƒüan, …
(2026-09-21). 2,000 jet-powered UAVs in 7 days? Putin takes ruthless revenge as Ukraine's missile defences run dry. hindustantimes.com President Volodymyr Zelensky said Russia launched more than 2,000 attack drones, around 1,700 aerial bombs and 19 missiles against Ukraine in one week, intensifying pressure on civilian areas, infrastructure and front-line regions. Zelensky said most of the drones were jet-powered and urged Ukraine's partners to strengthen its ability to defend itself and impose costs on Russia. He cited reported attacks in Kherson, Kharkiv, Sumy, Odesa, Dnipro, Zaporizhzhia, Vinnytsia, Kyiv, Zhytomyr and Cherkasy regions.
(2026-09-21). Pharmacies, hospitals expand access to opioid addiction treatment medication, study shows, as Philly experts eye telehealth. whyy.org Buprenorphine prescribing increased in urban and rural areas, but Philly experts say telehealth could bridge remaining treatment gaps. | Analyzing data from the federal Drug Enforcement Administration, researchers with the Geisinger Commonwealth School of Medicine found distribution of buprenorphine, commonly combined with naloxone and sold as Suboxone, varied greatly across the Commonwealth. (Elise Amendola/AP)…
(2026-09-21). The first trillionaire — no big deal? nationofchange.org 
Multi-billionaires are bad enough; a trillionaire is a magnitude worse…
(2026-09-21). WHYY Newscast for Monday 7:00 p.m. whyy.org The latest local headlines from WHYY…
(2026-09-21). UN: Commit to Human Rights, Justice for Grave Crimes. hrw.org Click to expand Image | United Nations headquarters in New York City, December 2020. | © 2020 zz/STRF/STAR MAX/IPx via AP Photo | (New York) — World leaders at the annual meeting of the United Nations General Assembly in New York City from September 22-28, 2026, should commit to defending human rights, Human Rights Watch said. They should counter attempts to undermine accountability for grave international crimes and the work of the UN and other vital international institutions. Dozens of leaders and foreign ministers from the UN's 193 member countries will attend the General Assembly's general deba…
(2026-09-21). Foundations fill funding gaps, Philly graffiti battle, artificial intelligence in Pa. schools, police partner with mental health professionals. whyy.org The Source episode 10 uncovers how private foundations are helping fill scientific funding gaps. Moreover, the WHYY News team explains why a battle is brewing between a Bella Vista resident and street artists and how Pennsylvania's rural and underfunded school districts are dealing with artificial intelligence. Plus, you will hear reports on Delaware police working with mental health professionals, the "Radical Americana" America 250 exhibition and the Quintessence Theatre Group's impact in Mt. Airy. | WHYY News staffers Alan Yu, Julia Binswanger, Kenny Cooper, Cris Barrish, Peter Crimmins and Kimberly Paynter co…
(2026-09-21). Democracy Now! 2026-09-21 Monday. democracynow.org Headlines for September 21, 2026; "War on the Press": Trump Bans CNN, MS NOW & Politico from White House over Critical Coverage; "Extraordinary Rendition All Over Again": U.S. Deportees Sent to Equatorial Guinea Beaten, Imprisoned; "America, Who Hurt You?": Tony-Winning Performer Sarah Jones on New NY Solo Show & Art as Resistance | Headlines for September 21, 2026; "War on the Press": Trump Bans CNN, MS NOW & Politico from White House over Critical Coverage; "Extraordinary Rendition All Over Again": U.S. Deportees Sent to Equatorial Guinea Beaten, Impriso…
(2026-09-21). Washington Keeps Abbas from the UN, Again. nationofchange.org 
The Trump administration is violating its obligations, and the Palestinian Authority can't do much about it.
(2026-09-20). Chinese swimmer Li defends women's 1,500m freestyle title at Aichi-Nagoya Asian Games. ecns.cn Li Bingjie of China poses at the awarding ceremony during the women's 1500m freestyle final at the 20th Asian Games Aichi-Nagoya 2026 in Tokyo, Japan, Sept. 20, 2026.
(2026-09-20). NEV exports via Ningbo Port nearly double to top 300,000 units in Jan-Aug. ecns.cn Data released by Ningbo Customs in Zhejiang Province on Sunday showed that Ningbo Port exported 301,000 new energy vehicles (NEVs) worth 34.22 billion yuan ($5.05 billion) in the first eight months of this year. The figures were up 99.1% and 95.5% year on year, respectively.
(2026-09-21). The Youth Hockey Giant That Can't Quit Private Equity. levernews.com 
(2026-09-21). UAE presidential adviser says Abu Dhabi ready to mediate, urges direct Iran-Arab dialogue. geo.tv Diplomatic adviser to the United Arab Emirates President Anwar Gargash speaks at the Reuters NEXT Gulf Summit, in Abu Dhabi, UAE, October 22, 2025. — Reuters
(2026-09-21). Hundreds of Las Vegas Culinary Union members are protesting their own union over health plan changes. nationofchange.org 
Dissidents say the new clinic-based plan limits their choice of doctors, while leaders describe a small group spreading misinformation about a plan with no premiums, copays or deductibles.
(2026-09-21). Pakistan petrol price may touch PKR 1,000 per litre amid supply concerns; Bangladesh raises fuel rates. ptcnews.tv PTC Web Desk: Pakistan could see petrol prices climb as high as PKR 1,000 per litre if the country faces a serious fuel shortage, Petroleum Minister Ali Pervez Malik said on Sunday, as rising internat | Pakistan petrol price may touch PKR 1,000 per litre amid supply concerns; Bangladesh raises fuel rates…
(2026-09-21). 'Pull back the layers': Tenant advocates help low-income Delawareans avoid evictions in one-of-a-kind program. whyy.org 
What are journalists missing from the state of Delaware? What would you most like WHYY News to cover? Janine, a Wilmington resident, was on the brink of homelessness when a first-of-its-kind state program prevented her from losing her housing. | Delaware implemented the Qualified Tenant Advocate program in 2022, which pairs specially trained nonattorneys with low-income residents facing eviction. | Since its inception, it has allowed Janine and thousands of other Delawareans to avoid an eviction on their record, and the stigma that goes along with it. | A for-rent sign in a…
(2026-09-21). Pa. Democrats, immigrant rights groups question contract for Moshannon ICE detention center ahead of extension vote. whyy.org Democratic congressional representatives from the Philadelphia area are pressing for information regarding the contract and operations of Moshannon Valley Processing Center, the largest immigrant detention center in the Northeast. | The pressure comes as Clearfield County commissioners vote Tuesday to grant a six-month extension of a contract with U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement and GEO Group, the private prison company that owns and operates the Philipsburg, Pennsylvania, detention center. | Under an Intergovernmental Service Agreement, ICE pays Clearfield County. The county then contracts with and pays…
(2026-09-21). Some Words About This Whole Caitlin Johnstone Project. thealtworld.com Every so often I like to write out an explanation of who I am and what I'm trying to do here, for the benefit of new followers and for my own mental clarity. | The Caitlin Johnstone project is actually run by two people: myself and my husband Tim Foley, who co-authors all my written works. Tim and I fell in love in 2014, started writing together in 2016 after we got married, and in 2017 we launched the audience-funded platform you see today. | Everything we publish is unconditionally free to view without any paywalls or advertisements; all our funding comes from voluntary donations from readers and viewers who fe…
(2026-09-21). Secret Pfizer and Lilly contracts favor drugmakers over patients, records show. nationofchange.org 
The deals let companies raise prices overseas while carving blockbuster obesity drugs out of required discounts.
(2026-09-21). WHYY Newscast for Monday 2:00 p.m. whyy.org The latest local headlines from WHYY…
(2026-09-21). Which is the force closer to fascism in Germany? unitedworldint.com The AfD emerged as the leading party in the September 6 election in the German state of Saxony-Anhalt, winning 43.8 percent of the vote. With 39 seats in the state parliament, the party would reach the 42 seats needed to form a government if it secured the support of three more lawmakers. This would put …
(2026-09-21). L'Humanité festival renews commitment to popular front politics in France. peoplesworld.org 
PARIS—"I'm always on the side of the people, of those who fight to defend their livelihoods, of those fighting for the dignity to feed their children and pay their bills," declared Fabien Roussel, national secretary of the French Communist Party (PCF) to a crowd of thousands last weekend. "I know which side I am on …
(2026-09-21). How Sugar Conquered The World. whyy.org Sugar is a pantry staple, but for most of human history, it was a rare luxury. On its path to global domination, sugar fueled empires and colonialism, and transformed economies around the world. This is the story of how sugar changed the world.
(2026-09-21). NYT: Al Gore Is Still Sounding the Climate Alarm the 'Moral Case' of Fighting It — Warns of 'the Immorality of Inaction' Concedes Trump has Ushered in 'Dark Times' for activists. wattsupwiththat.com "There have been dark times when the advocates felt despair," Gore said after mentioning "previous moral challenges" like the fight to abolish slavery in the 19th century and the civil rights struggle and the women's movement in the 20th. "But they kept going. Nelson Mandela said it's always impossible until it's done."
(2026-09-21). WHYY Newscast for Monday 5:00 p.m. whyy.org The latest local headlines from WHYY…
(2026-09-21). 50th anniversary of assassination of Orlando Letelier in Washington, DC. radiohc.cu 
Monday, September 21th, marks 50 years since the murder of former Chilean Foreign Minister Orlando Letelier and his American secretary Ronni Karpen Moffitt. | Letelier and Ronni were killed by a car bomb planted by agents of the Chilean secret police (DINA) as part of Operation Condor. Letelier, who had been living in exile in the U.S. after Chile's bloody CIA-supported military coup in 1973, was working at the Washington, DC-based Institute for Policy Studies. | Declassified U.S. intelligence documents indicate that Chilean dictator Augusto Pinochet personally ordered the assassination, which was intended to eli…
(2026-09-21). On Unseriousness: Digging More Bonkers GOP Holes. commondreams.org 
(2026-09-21). Makkah Grand Mosque muezzin passes away. geo.tv The photo shows Sheikh Ibrahim Al Madani performs Azaan. — X/@insharifain
(2026-09-21). Appeals court rules the constitution guarantees no right to clean water. nationofchange.org 
A dissenting judge compared the Jackson, Mississippi water crisis to Flint's…
(2026-09-21). Sinking the Empire: How Western Militarism surrendered the Arteries of global Trade. juancole.com
(2026-09-21). From Minnesota and Wisconsin: Voice of the People Project. worldbeyondwar.org 
"How have you, your family or community been impacted by war?" This was the question Northland Grandmothers for Peace and Lake Superior Veterans for Peace, Ch. 80 asked the public around Memorial Day, 2026, in the Twin Ports of Duluth, Minnesota and Superior, Wisconsin. #WorldBEYONDWar…
(2026-09-21). 'A Killer Night in Studio City' play review: Controversial and somewhat entertaining. peoplesworld.org 
Sometimes when a journalist sets out to cover a story, the ink-stained wretch has absolutely no idea what he/she is getting himself into. As I approached Vitello's in Studio City, a reporter for L.A.'s CBS news affiliate with a cameraman asked to interview me—I believe it was Laurie Perez. In any case, she wanted to …
(2026-09-21). Climate Resilience as Pakistan's Development Path. unitedworldint.com By Mehmet Enes Be≈üer There is no doubt that climate change and climate disasters are not some abstract concepts for Pakistan anymore. As shown by the devastating floods in 2022, almost one-third of the country was inundated, leaving millions homeless and leading to losses totaling more than US$30 billion. However, climate catastrophes did not end …
(2026-09-21). Labor department sues Oklahoma nonprofit coffee chain over wages and tips. nationofchange.org 
The lawsuit covers more than 320 employees, some with disabilities, going back to 2023…
(2026-09-21). Weekly Climate and Energy News Roundup. wattsupwiththat.com "Observation, reason, and experiment make up what we call the scientific method." — Richard Feynman…
(2026-09-21). Trump Loyalty Question, FEMA Staffing Cuts Ruled Illegal in AFGE Lawsuits; Fights Continue. wibailoutpeople.org 
(2026-09-21). Former Pakistan PM Imran Khan's sisters arrested ahead of PTI protest, Islamabad turns into fortress. ptcnews.tv PTC News Desk: Authorities in Pakistan have detained former Prime Minister Imran Khan's three sisters — Aleema Khan, Dr Uzma Khan and Noreen Niazi — in Lahore. They have been sent to Kot Lakhpat Jail for 30 days under the Maintenance of Public Order (MPO) law. | Aleema Khan was detained on Sunday, while Uzma and Noreen were taken into custody on Monday. Some of their children and other relatives were also briefly detained but were later released, according to family members and lawyers. | PTI leaders strongly criticised the detentions. Party spokesperson Zulfi Bukhari alleged that police raided the f…
(2026-09-21). Seven-member family among nine killed in deadly Saudi Arabia road crash. geo.tv Two Saudi traffic police officers speak to a motorist while checking his documents. — Reuters/FileTwo young men travelling in second vehicle also died in crash.EPT Department officials say sudden swerve caused accident.Crash took place on Al-Uqair-Al-Uyun road in Eastern…
(2026-09-21). Armageddon and artificial intelligence. onlineopinion.com.au Fears that AI is primed to wipe out humanity exist in the realm of fantasy, meanwhile in real life there are limits.
(2026-09-21). Bhutan Should Release All Remaining Political Prisoners. hrw.org Click to expand Image | Prime Minister of Bhutan Tshering Togay speaks to the United Nations General Assembly during Summit of the Future at the U.N. headquarters, September 22, 2024. | © 2024 Frank Franklin/AP Photo…
(2026-09-21). Sheikh Ahmed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, brother of UAE PM, dies at 76; Dubai announces 10-day official mourning. ptcnews.tv Dubai: Sheikh Ahmed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, younger brother of Dubai Ruler Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, died on Monday morning, according to an announcement by the Ruler's Court. Following his death, Dubai has declared 10 days of official mourning across the emirate. The mourning period began on Monday, with flags to be flown at half-mast during the period.UAE Vice President, Prime Minister and Dubai Ruler Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum paid tribute to his brother in a message shared on X. | In his message, Sheikh Mohammed expressed his grief and prayed for mercy for Sheikh Ahmed. He also offe…
(2026-09-20). Chinese food delivery riders' uniform wins gold at French Design Awards. ecns.cn A uniform designed for food delivery riders in China has won a gold award at the 2026 French Design Awards, with its designer saying the aim was to give riders a stronger sense of dignity and professional identity.
(2026-09-20). Hunan cuisine gains global momentum with nearly 2,000 overseas outlets. ecns.cn The Taste Hunan ∑ 2026 Hunan Cuisine Internationalization Promotion Conference was held in Changsha from Saturday to Sunday, bringing together nearly 1,000 guests to discuss industry cooperation and strategies for expanding the cuisine's global reach.
(2026-09-21). WE DID the first time since 1914 there have been no North Atlantic hurricane formations by September 21st! wattsupwiththat.com For the first time since 1914, there have been no North Atlantic hurricane formations by September 21st.
(2026-09-21). Outpacing Foreign Aid, Migrant Remittances Are a Lifeline Ensuring Families Are Fed and Healthy, Says IFAD. nationofchange.org 
Migrants now send home more money than foreign aid, and this is pulling rural families out of poverty, according to IFAD.
(2026-09-21). Babies are being born in ambulances after closure of rural labor units. peoplesworld.org 
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(2026-09-21). NYC Turns Back to Gas Buses After Finding Out the Hard Way That the Electric Versions Have Big Problems. wattsupwiththat.com The MTA committed nearly a decade ago to having its entire fleet of close to 6,000 buses be emissions-free by 2040, but officials on Thursday said the transportation authority is instead seeking proposals from manufacturers to produce low-emissions alternatives to diesel.
(2026-09-21). WHYY Newscast for Monday 4:00 p.m. whyy.org The latest local headlines from WHYY…
(2026-09-21). Pakistan's airline unveils new uniforms for crew, gets roasted over aircraft conditions, poor services. ptcnews.tv PTC News Desk: Pakistan International Airlines (PIA) has introduced new uniforms for its flight crew as part of an effort to refresh the airline's image. However, the move has received criticism online, with many users saying the airline should focus on its financial and operational problems instead. | The new uniforms were launched at a gala event earlier this month. PIA said several well-known Pakistani designers contributed to the designs, including Maheen Khan, Deepak and Fahad, Generation, Ismail Farid, Munib Nawaz, Deepak Perwani, Faraz Manan, Amir Adnan, HSY and Nomi Ansari. | The uniforms use two main co…
(2026-09-21). Ground stop delays hundreds of flights at PHL following equipment failure. whyy.org From Philly and the Pa. suburbs to South Jersey and Delaware, what would you like WHYY News to cover? Flights out of Philadelphia International Airport were grounded for much of Monday after the Federal Aviation Administration said an equipment malfunction caused cascading delays across airports across the Northeast. | Long delays are still expected at PHL, according to the FAA's
(2026-09-21). WHYY Newscast for Monday 11:00 a.m. whyy.org The latest local headlines from WHYY…
(2026-09-21). Italy to ban burqas and niqabs in schools, limit foreign students per class. ptcnews.tv PTC News Desk: Italy is planning to ban full-face veils such as the burqa and niqab in schools, Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni said on Sunday. The government also plans to limit the number of foreign students in each classroom. | Meloni said the proposals will be presented to the Cabinet. The measures are aimed at improving language skills and integration among students from foreign backgrounds. | Under the proposed rules, parents of foreign students who face serious problems integrating into the Italian education system could also be required to learn Italian. | "A measure will soon be presented to a Cabinet mee…
(2026-09-21). US: Deportations to Haiti Endanger Lives. hrw.org Click to expand Image | Haitians deported from the United States disembark from a charter flight at Cap-HaàØtien International Airport, Haiti, August 27, 2026. | © 2026 Human Rights Watch | (Washington, DC) — Since ending Temporary Protected Status (TPS) for Haiti in late July 2026, US authorities have deported hundreds of Haitians back to their country, where they face threats to their lives and safety and receive little to no support, Human Rights Watch said today. The US Senate should urgently pass House-approved legislation that would reinstate TPS for Haitians.According to Haiti's Nation…
(2026-09-21). WHYY Newscast for Monday 6:00 a.m. whyy.org The latest local headlines from WHYY…
(2026-09-21). Another Journalist in Mali Sentenced to Prison. hrw.org A national cybercrime court in Mali on September 14 sentenced a prominent journalist, Abdramane KeàØta, to two years in prison on bogus charges, in the military government's latest attack on media freedom. | Click to expand Image | Abdramane KeàØta, director of the newspaper Le Témoin (The Witness), Bamako, Mali. | © Private…
(2026-09-21). No Kings! October 17, 2026. wibailoutpeople.org
(2026-09-20). Global Observance of World Cleanup Day opens in China for first time. ecns.cn
(2026-09-21). UK, France, Canada Ban Trade With Israel's Illegal Settlements. juancole.com
(2026-09-20). U.S. city council rep. on 'China Shock': Human cooperation for each other's betterments always a good thing. ecns.cn
(2026-09-21). Multiple write-in campaigns launched following Delaware congressional candidate's transphobic remarks. whyy.org
(2026-09-21). US refuses visas for Iran UN delegation members: state media. geo.tv
(2026-09-21). Pennsylvanians buying 2027 health insurance on Pennie will face 16% average premium increase. whyy.org
(2026-09-20). Qinghai expands international freight rail links across 12 countries. ecns.cn
(2026-09-21). Semanario Económico… Proyecciones. radiohc.cu A continuación, presentamos un resumen de los acontecimientos económicos nacionales e internacionales más relevantes de la semana y las proyecciones futuras que pueden influir en el ámbito nacional, regional y global. | NACIONALES | El presidente Miguel Diaz-Canel, comprobó en el Consejo de Defensa de Capdevila-Altahabana, en la capital, el desarrollo de las actividades de organización y preparación para la defensa y las tareas que aquí se realizan en el ámbito político, económico y social en beneficio de sus más de 30 mil habitantes. | Asimismo, el jefe de estado se reunió con representantes del sector agropecua…
(2026-09-21). Defensa de la paz es la lucha por salvar a la humanidad. radiohc.cu 
Cuando se conmemoraba una nueva jornada del Día Internacional de la Paz, el 21 de septiembre del año 2010, el Comandante en Jefe Fidel Castro Ruz se reunió en La Habana con más de 600 pasajeros del "Crucero por la Paz", casi todos de nacionalidad japonesa, y entre los cuales viajaba una sobreviviente del holocausto nuclear ocurrido el 6 de agosto de 1945.
(2026-09-21). Armenian Prisoners in Azerbaijan Allege Rights' Violations. hrw.org Click to expand Image | Ruben Vardanyan, a former senior official in Nagorno-Karabakh de facto administration, attending a court hearing in Baku, Azerbaijan, February 17, 2026. Screen grab taken from a video. | © 2026 Reuters TV via Reuters…