(2026-04-19). Pope Leo seeks to defuse tensions with Trump, says not trying to debate him. scmp.com Pope Leo sought ‚Å to downplay his feud ‚Å with US President Donald Trump on Saturday, ‚Å saying reporting about comments he has made so far during his Africa tour "has not been accurate in all its aspects". | Speaking to reporters in English aboard his flight to Angola for the third leg of his ambitious 10-day Africa tour, the first US pope said comments ‚Äåhe made two days earlier in Cameroon decrying that the world was being "ravaged by a handful of tyrants" were not aimed at Trump.
wdio.com (2026-04-19). Hundreds trying to storm Wisconsin beagle research facility met with rubber bullets, pepper sprayAbout 1,000 animal welfare activists who tried to gain entry Saturday to a beagle breeding and research facility in Wisconsin were turned back by police who fired rubber bullets and pepper spray into the crowd and arrested the group's leader.
(2026-04-19). Iran's speaker says US negotiations have progressed but far from final deal. geo.tv 
ranian Parliament Speaker Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf speaks during a press conference in Tehran, Iran November 27, 2024. — Reuters Trump says 'very good' discussions held with Iran but warns against "blackmail".Iran warns Strait of Hormuz may be limited if blockade stays.Pakistan,…
(2026-04-19). Collapsing Empire: Hezbollah Crushes 'Greater Israel'. scheerpost.com Kit Klarenberg Substack On April 8th, the Zionist entity struck a demonic blow to the heart of Beirut, dropping 1,000 pound bombs in densely packed residential areas, killing untold civilians and injuring many more. One of Lebanon's most dire mass-killings since the end of the 1990 civil war, it marked the resumption of Israel's avowedly genocidal invasion. With bombs raining …
presstv.ir (2026-04-19). 'We are not afraid of war': Cuba president dismisses Trump's escalating threatsCuban President Miguel Diaz-Canel says his country will do its best to defend itself if the United States launches an illegal act of aggression against the Caribbean country.
msn.com (2026-04-19). Star Trek legend George Takei says Donald Trump is a 'lunatic' and is a 'disaster' for worldStar Trek legend George Takei – who played Lt Hikaru Sulu in the hit sci-fi show – says Donald Trump is a 'LUNATIC'. | | The 88-year-old, who played the senior helmsman of the starship in the TV show, also called the US President a 'madman' and said it was an 'absolutely insane' moment in history
(2026-04-19). Hezbollah leader vows to retaliate against Israeli ceasefire violations, seeks fresh start with Lebanese government. ecns.cn Hezbollah's leader Naim Qassem said on Saturday the ceasefire with Israel must mean a complete halt to aggression, warning the group will retaliate against Israeli violations in southern Lebanon.
(2026-04-19). Lebanon, Israel reach ceasefire deal. ummid.com In a major development to contain the raging war in the Middle East, Lebanon and Israel have reached a ceasefire deal.
(2026-04-19). Trump continues to strong-arm Netanyahu into cease-fires he is unprepared to accept. haaretz.com After backing Israeli escalation in Lebanon and Iran, the U.S. president is now forcing pauses and declaring victory — leaving Netanyahu to defend campaigns that fell short of their promised outcomes…
(2026-04-19). Who is behind the Israel-Lebanon cease-fire and will talks manage to disarm Hezbollah? haaretz.com U.S. President Donald Trump announced a cease-fire had been reached between Israel and Lebanon and the two countries' leaders were invited to the White House to start a peace process. What conditions are at the base of the cease-fire and is it even possible to disarm Hezbollah?
(2026-04-19). Israeli army carries out demolitions in south Lebanon town. newarab.com 
Israeli forces on Saturday carried out demolitions in "The Israeli enemy is repeating its house detonating operations in the town of Bint Jbeil," Lebanon's state-run National News Agency (NNA) said, also reporting demolitions in other border towns where Israeli troops are present. | Bint Jbeil, located around five kilometres north of the Israeli border…
news.cgtn.com (2026-04-19). Why did the Strait of Hormuz reopen ' then shut again?
Yao Jinxiang of the China Institute of International Studies said Iran's move to reopen the Strait of Hormuz on April 17 reflected its commitment following a US-brokered ceasefire between Lebanon and Israel. He noted the strait's closure again on April 18 was driven by three key factors, adding that repeated closures and reopenings could bring fresh uncertainty to global oil markets and supply chains.
(2026-04-19). US, Israel 'forced into two ceasefires' as regional balance of power shifts. asiapacificreport.nz Democracy Now! AMY GOODMAN: To look more at the latest developments in Lebanon and the Middle East region, we're joined by Dr Rami Khouri, a Palestinian American journalist and distinguished public policy fellow at the American University of Beirut. He's also a nonresident senior fellow at the Arab Center Washington DC. Rami, we began talking…
(2026-04-19). Israel Intensifies Destruction Across Southern Lebanon Despite Ceasefire. truthout.org Despite a ceasefire announced Friday, after U.S. President Donald Trump said Israel was "PROHIBITED" from continuing to strike Lebanon, Israel continued to level villages and homes across southern Lebanon from Friday into Saturday in what has been described as a continuation of its "Gaza tactics." Just as it did in Gaza, Israeli Army Radio announced Friday night that Israel had established a… |
(2026-04-19). Lebanon: Two Israeli soldiers killed in last 24 hours. newarab.com 
(2026-04-19). Residents in Lebanon refused to leave, despite Israel attacks. newarab.com 
Strikes happened across areas north of the
(2026-04-19). Outrage as Trump disguises himself as Jesus Christ, mocks Pope. ummid.com A massive outrage erupted on Sunday April 12, 2026 — the Orthodox Easter Day, after U.S. President Donald Trump disguised himself as Jesus Christ and mocked Pope Leo XIV.
(2026-04-19). UK Seeks to Jail Palestine Action for 'Terrorism' Amid UK Media Blackout. orinocotribune.com By Max Blumenthal — Apr 12, 2026 | • Six Palestine Action activists face a retrial after being acquitted in February following over a year in prison. If convicted, the six Palestine Action activists and 18 others will likely be sentenced as terrorists, facing long prison terms. | • The jury has not been notified about the 'terrorist' designation, and the British media cannot report this information under a court order. Activists will also be prohibited from telling jurors how their efforts sought to impede the Gaza genocide. | • The prosecution followed a…
(2026-04-19). The Winner at the DNC's Latest Meeting? indybay.org Israel, Ethnic Cleansing and Genocide…
(2026-04-19). No Tax Funds for Israeli Genocide & US Imperialist Wars – Rally at SF Israeli Consulate. indybay.org
(2026-04-19). Pakistan and the rewriting of crisis diplomacy. tribune.com.pk 
It has probably been said many times over the past few weeks, but it still bears repeating. The world is living through unprecedented times, in more ways than one. In trying to navigate a way out of the US and Israel's war on Iran, we are charting unknown waters, boldly going where no one has gone before, to borrow from Star Trek. | It is not just the stakes that are unprecedented — with the global economy, the specter of nuclear holocaust, and the possibility of another world war hanging in the balance. It is the nature of the challenge itself. This is a war that began with the decapitation of a country…
(2026-04-19). Iran seeks world free of nuclear arms. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Apr. 19 (MNA) — Tehran Mayor Alireza Zakani said Iran seeks a world free of nuclear weapons, and every country, including Iran, should make maximum use of peaceful nuclear energy.
(2026-04-19). North Korea fires ballistic missiles again, flexing muscle amid Iran war. geo.tv 
North Korean leader Kim Jong Un visits the country's nuclear material production base and nuclear weapons institute, at an undisclosed location in North Korea, on January 29, 2025. — Reuters North boosts military capabilities amid Iran war, say experts.Ballistic missiles…
(2026-04-19). Orbán is Ousted After 16 Years as Hungarians Reject Authoritarian Rule. truthout.org On Sunday night, the streets of Budapest were filled. Tens of thousands of Hungarians poured into the streets along the Danube River, singing folk songs and waving flags celebrating the end of Viktor Orbán's rule. A young man named Mark Szekeres, his face painted with the colors of the Hungarian flag, told CBC News: "This election was about a clash of civilizations. Either you belong in a Western… |
(2026-04-19). Iran Fires on Merchant Ships, Closing Hormuz again to Protest US Blockade. juancole.com Ann Arbor (Informed Comment) — Iran offered to open the Strait of Hormuz on Friday for the duration of the ceasefire negotiated with the U.S. | The Supreme National Security Council
(2026-04-19). Trump says US does not need Strait of Hormuz; Is that true? en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Apr. 19 (MNA) — Trump's war against Iran demonstrated that the Strait of Hormuz is one of the critical pressure leverages against the US, contrary to Donald Trump's claim that Washington does not need this chokepoint.
(2026-04-19). Iran urges EU to abandon hypocrisy over international law. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Apr. 19 (MNA) — Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesman Esmail Baghaei said no international law rule prevents Iran from taking necessary measures to prevent aggressors from using the Strait of Hormuz against the country.
(2026-04-19). Iran far from deal despite progress in US negotiations: Ghalibaf. tribune.com.pk 
Iran's Parliament Speaker Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf said Saturday night that talks with the United States to end the war had made progress but remained far from an agreement, as Tehran said the crucial Strait of Hormuz would remain closed until Washington lifts its naval blockade on Iranian ports. | "We are still far from the final discussion," Ghalibaf said in a national televised address, adding, "We made progress in the negotiations, but there are many gaps and some fundamental points remain." | Mizan news agency has reported him saying, "Sometimes I hear from the people of Azair and even the national media…
(2026-04-19). The Strait of Hormuz: A Geopolitical Test for EU Foreign Policy and Security. moderndiplomacy.eu This article discusses the energy crisis affecting Europe following the closure of the Strait of Hormuz, a vital maritime route supplying EU member states with LNG and jet fuel. The geopolitical uncertainties unfolding in the Middle East have shaken the Brussels economy, driven up inflation, and threatened industrial stability in countries like Germany, a key …
(2026-04-19). Algeria gas windfall from Iran War: Short-term gain and no pain. newarab.com 
Weeks of the US-Israel war on Iran disrupted global energy flows through the Strait of Hormuz, sending prices soaring. Since then, European governments have been turning to Algeria, the North African supplier, with pipelines already connected to their continent. | When Iran retaliated against the Americans and Israelis, also implicating Gulf states that host US military bases, it shelled
(2026-04-19). Gallipoli has 4 Lessons for the Strait of Hormuz Crisis. juancole.com
(2026-04-19). From BBC to ICE Detention: The Arrest of Yousof Azizi and the Collapse of "Free Speech" scheerpost.com Iranian academic and media commentator faces deportation as supporters warn of political retaliation against anti-war voices Joshua Scheer Inspired by the growing campaign to free Yousof Azizi, I looked deeper into his case—and what unfolds is not an anomaly, but a warning. This is what the erosion of academic freedom looks like in real time. …
(2026-04-19). Iran And Ukraine: Two Theaters In The Non—West's Single War For Parity. popularresistance.org First came news that, on April 8,Israeli jets bombed what is known as the China—Iran railway, a key component of Beijing's ambitious Belt and Road Initiative. Of all the targets the Zionist terror machine might have hit, why a Chinese-sponsored infrastructure project, you had to wonder. | Then on Wednesday came reports that officials from nearly 50 nations — I would love a list of these 50 — met in Berlin to make sure the fires of war against Russia do not flicker out. "We cannot lose sight of Ukraine," Mark Rutte, NATO's new secretary-general, declared a little forlornly.
(2026-04-19). Iran reports 3,468 dead in war with US, Israel: official. newarab.com 
Iran's state-run Foundation of Martyrs and Veterans Affairs said on Saturday that The announcement comes in the midst of a two-week ceasefire in the conflict, which erupted in late February with US-Israeli strikes on Tehran. | Foundation head Ahmad Mousavi was quoted by the ISNA news agency as saying that 3,468 "martyrs… fell during the recent conflict". | A previous toll from the head of the Iranian Legal Medicine Orga…
(2026-04-19). Ervand Abrahamian: Iran Under Fire. newleftreview.org One of modern Iran's leading historians provides a critical anatomy of the power structures of the Islamic Republic, on the eve of war—and a scathing denunciation of the long-incubated American-Israeli assault on the country, calculated to bring about Syria-style disintegration and civil war.
(2026-04-19). Iran's Remarkable Resilience Against US-Israeli Joint Aggression. ummid.com As tensions intensify between Iran, Israel, and the United States, one thing has become increasingly clear: Iran has managed not only to respond to sustained pressure but to endure it far longer than many analysts had anticipated.
(2026-04-19). Aftermath of US-Israeli airstrikes on Karaj school. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Apr. 19 (MNA) — Following American-Zionist aerial aggression during the war on Iran, the non-governmental Zakavat School in Karaj suffered serious damage.
(2026-04-19). Why Israel's security doctrine no longer works? en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Apr. 19 (MNA) — The Israeli regime's security doctrine—absolute deterrence, unprovoked strikes, war abroad—crumbled in the 40‚Äëday war, as Iran's resilience and the Axis of Resistance held firm.
(2026-04-19). Iran negotiator says war could resume any. haaretz.com
(2026-04-19). 3 arrested after arson attack on London-based Iran International. CPJ Staff
(2026-04-19). Universities in twin cities go online ahead of expected Iran—US talks. tribune.com.pk 
Several universities in Islamabad and Rawalpindi on Sunday announced changes to academic schedules, shifting classes online and postponing examinations ahead of the expected final round of Iran—United States talks in Islamabad. | International Islamic University Islamabad said all classes will be held online from April 20 to 24, according to a notification. The university also postponed mid-term examinations scheduled for April 20 to 21. | The administration introduced a four-day working week for non-teaching staff, from Monday to Thursday, with 50% staff working from home. This policy will remain in plac…
(2026-04-19). US-Iran ceasefire: Iran warns US as truce deal nears, says 'slightest mistake will meet with full response'. ptcnews.tv US-Iran ceasefire: Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf said on Sunday that Iran is taking a two-pronged approach in its tensions with the United States—remaining open to talks while staying on high military alert. | In a televised speech, he claimed Iran had the upper hand on the battlefield and was ready to enter negotiations from a position of strength. | At the same time, he warned strongly against any escalation, saying Iran would react firmly to even minor provocations. He stressed that the country is fully prepared to respond with force if needed, reflecting a tough stance despite fragile ceasefire efforts. He…
(2026-04-19). Why TINA's revival is sidelining TIARA trades on Wall Street. moderndiplomacy.eu The U. S.-Iran ceasefire in early April has sparked renewed interest in U. S. stocks, known as TINA ("There Is No Alternative") trades, due to optimism for peace, strong U. S. earnings, and the economy's resilience to energy price shocks. Investors previously focused on cheaper overseas markets, attracted by a weaker dollar, but the ceasefire …
(2026-04-19). New Book by Anarchist / Anti-Imperialist Political Prisoner Casey Goonan. indybay.org Lines in the Sand: Writings on the Gaza Solidarity Encampment & Campus Flood at U.C. Berkeley from an Anarchist Pris ≠oner of War by Casey Goonan…
(2026-04-19). Two water delivery contractors killed by Israeli forces in Gaza. newarab.com 
Two civilian contractors delivering water for the UN children's fund were shot dead by Israeli troops in "UNICEF is outraged by the killing of two drivers of trucks contracted by UNICEF to provide clean water to families in the Gaza Strip," it said in a statement. | In a statement to AFP news agency, the Israeli military said troops saw "two armed terrorists in the area of the Yellow Line" ⚪ which marks the boundary of the…
(2026-04-19). More than 18,000 patients wait to leave Gaza. newarab.com 
(2026-04-19). Israeli forces kill one person in Gaza ahead of talks. newarab.com 
(2026-04-19). With 38,000+ Dead, Women and Girls Make Up Over Half of Those Killed in Israel's US-Backed War on Gaza: UN. scheerpost.com "Not a single combatant among them," said one human rights activist. "Further confirmation that over 90% of the victims are innocent civilians." Brad Reed for Common Dreams Israel's yearslong assault on Gaza has killed more than 38,000 women and girls, according to a report released Friday by the United Nations. In total, the UN found that at least 22,000 women …
(2026-04-19). Friday 4/24: Healing Under Fire: A Medical Mission to Gaza. indybay.org MCC East Bay, 5724 W Las Positas Blvd, Pleasanton CA…
(2026-04-19). CPJ, partners file emergency motion to Israeli Supreme Court seeking independent media access to Gaza. jpost.com
(2026-04-19). EU must suspend agreement with Israel over Gaza, West Bank violations. CPJ Staff
(2026-04-19). Israel asesina a trabajadores de Unicef que repartían agua en Gaza. cubadebate.cu Militares israelíes asesinaron, la madrugada de ayer, a dos conductores de camiones cisterna que trabajaban para el Fondo de Naciones Unidas para la Infancia (Unicef) en el suministro de agua potable a familias palestinas en la franja de Gaza, denunció ese organismo.
(2026-04-19). Saturday 4/18: Fundraiser: Mutual Aid for Gaza and support for Cancer Resource Center. indybay.org 300 Ramona Ave, corner of Curry, El Cerrito | Sale will be held in secured back yard…
(2026-04-19). Acting President Delcy Rodríguez on IMF: No Debt Plans for Venezuela, Only Recovery of Frozen Assets. orinocotribune.com The acting president of Venezuela, Delcy Rodríguez, clarified that her government has no plans to apply for loans from the International Monetary Fund (IMF). "No debt program is planned," she said on Friday, April 17, regarding the reinstatement of Venezuela within the IMF. She explained that the reinstatement will allow Venezuela to recover assets frozen there—resources that will be invested to strengthen public services and social programs for the people. | Speaking at the National Center for Social Action through Music, in the School of Engineers in Caracas, where she participated in an event commemorati…
(2026-04-19). Civil society in Cuba calls for signatures for the Homeland. radiohc.cu Civil society in Cuba is calling for the popular movement "My Signature for the Homeland" starting this Sunday, April 19, in response to the imperialist threat, announced Yuniasky Crespo Baquero, head of the Ideological Department of the Central Committee of the Communist Party of Cuba (PCC), today. | During her address at the closing of the 5th International Colloquium "Patria," the member of the Central Committee of the Communist Party of Cuba (PCC) stated that, with the signature of every inhabitant of this island, they will reaffirm the unwavering commitment to peace that is the essence of the Cuban nation, f…
(2026-04-19). Draft Capital Flow Management Regulations out for public comment. sanews.gov.za Draft Capital Flow Management Regulations out for public comment | National Treasury has published the draft Capital Flow Management Regulations of 2026 for public comment. | The regulations appeared in Government Notice No. 54520 in Government Gazette No. 7375, published on 17 April 2026. | The draft regulations, which will replace the Exchange Control Regulations of 1961, can be accessed on the National Treasury website at www.treasury.gov.za. | The due date for submitting public comments is 10 June 2026. | According to National Treasury, since the abolition of the financial rand in 1991, South Africa has ado…
(2026-04-19). How a bear costume cost these luxury car insurance scamsters their freedom. scmp.com Three people in California have been sentenced for insurance fraud in a bizarre scam that involved someone dressed in a bear costume damaging luxury cars. | The California Insurance Department said the three used a person in a bear suit to stage fake attacks inside a Rolls-Royce and two Mercedes in 2024, then submitted fraudulent claims seeking nearly US$142,000 in payouts from insurance companies. The department called it "Operation Bear Claw".
(2026-04-19). Rohana Kuddus: Prabowo's Year One. newleftreview.org A critical-analytical portrait of Southeast Asia's answer to Trump, as the Indonesian President—formerly the Suharto dictatorship's crown prince and chief butcher in East Timor—re-centralizes power in the archipelago, strengthening the Army's place within the civil administration.
(2026-04-19). Registration Starts for CBSE Class 10 Second Board Exam 2026. ummid.com The Central Board of Secondary Education has started registration of the candidates who wish to appear in the CBSE Class 10 Second Board Exam 2026 to be held in May this year.
(2026-04-19). Death By Black Excellence. popularresistance.org Identity reductionism—often misidentified as and used interchangeably with identity politics, coined by the Combahee River Collective—has become one of the definitive political reflexes of our time: an automated response that prioritizes symbolic protection over substantive engagement. In my own imperfect words, it is the liberal tendency to parasitically latch onto people who are categorically oppressed by systems: white supremacy, racial capitalism, cisheteropatriarchy, ableism, and/or saneism, to name a few.
(2026-04-19). Comicomment: Deepening transatlantic rifts put NATO on shaky ground. ecns.cn Since the end of the Cold War, deeper structural tensions have emerged, with its bloc-based security model increasingly misaligned with the diverse interests of member states and a shifting multipolar world—evident in transatlantic divisions over the Middle East.
(2026-04-19). Turkey 'optimistic' Middle East ceasefire will be extended. newarab.com 
(2026-04-19). Cuba's dilemma: Reform and overcome the crisis or collapse. links.org.au 
Carlos Alzugaray Treto — Cuba must find the road toward its own reforms. Otherwise, Cubans run the risk of an unacceptable setback that we do not deserve after so much sacrifice.
(2026-04-19). Lebanese army restores road, bridge damaged by Israeli strikes. newarab.com 
In a statement, the military said it "fully reopened" a road linking the city of Nabatieh with the Khardali area, and had "partially reopened the Burj Rahal-Tyre bridge". | "Work is also underway to rehabilitate the Tayr Falsay-Tyre bridge…
(2026-04-19). When Assam Electorates Register Historic Polling Turnout. ummid.com With high voters' participation in Assam, the political observers in the region put two completely opposite predictions, where one group is favouring the return of the BJP-led government, and the other one, has been weighing for the Indian National Congress-led opposition alliance.
(2026-04-19). A Primer on the Petrodollar and the War on Iran. orinocotribune.com By Vijay Prasad — Apr 16, 2026 | As you and I worry about how war and inflation will impact our families and nations, bond traders are fixated on the numbers on their screens, calculating what might happen to seemingly arcane financial instruments. Their job is to protect the treasure of the wealthy. For the past fifty years, the relative stability of the US dollar — above all as embodied in US Treasury securities — has rested in part on what is called the 'petrodollar' system. | When petroleum prices are relatively stable, the costs of production and transport are more predictable, inflation is…
(2026-04-19). Bulgarians head to polls for eighth time in five years. aljazeera.com Bulgaria votes to elect a new parliament after mass protests brought down the previous government in December.
(2026-04-19). In Pictures: 1st Batch of Hajj 2026 Pilgrims Arrive in Makkah, Madinah. ummid.com The first batch of pilgrims arrived in Makkah al Mukarramah and Madinah al Munawwarah as Hajj 2026 operations formally kicked off Saturday April 18, 2026.
(2026-04-19). Chris Krohn on Santa Cruz Mayoral Race. indybay.org Yes, we have a housing crisis, but it is an affordable housing crisis. Our mayor and city council are making deals with people building these high-priced units, like River Row, and allowing developers to set public policy.
(2026-04-19). This Rock n Roll – Interview w/ author Daniel Rachel on Pop Music & The Third Reich. indybay.org Audio interview with author Daniel Rachel, author of the new book This Ain't Rock n Roll – Pop Music, The Swastika and The Third Reich. (October 30, 2025 – Akashic Books)…
(2026-04-19). On Witless Great Vengeance and Furious Anger. commondreams.org 
Seeking to rally the troops for his unholy war, Christian nationalist, TV-carnie and war fanboy Pete Kegseth just passed off some vengeful Gospel According to Tarantino as scripture at his (unconstitutional) Pentagon prayer service, and yes we have them now. Added to the "shameless blasphemy" of quoting – without credit – Samuel Jackson's homicidal hitman Jules as "prayer," Pete moronically misses the redemptive point: As he cites the "tyranny of evil men," he, unlike Jules, doesn't friggin' get that he is one.With their calamitous illegal war continuing to spiral out of control, flailing regime officials are…
(2026-04-19). No, WHYY, a Heat Wave Is Not a 'Fingerprint of Climate Change'. wattsupwiththat.com Just as a single month's unusual cold is not proof that the planet is cooling, a single month's unusual warmth is likewise not some "fingerprint" of a climate emergency.
(2026-04-19). Are gaming cafes making a return? tribune.com.pk 
The room was never designed for ambition. It has a few rows of ageing computers, their screens glowing in a dimly lit space, fans whirring louder than the voices around them. Someone shouting instructions, someone else arguing over a missed shot, a queue forming behind a chair as another hour came to an end. Time here moved quickly. You paid, you played, you lost, and you tried again. | Across cities like Karachi, Lahore and Islamabad, these small gaming zones became more than just places to pass time. For many, they were the first real introduction to competition. It was in spaces like these that players such…
(2026-04-19). Emilie Bickerton: Subterranean Godard. newleftreview.org Emilie Bickerton on Michael Witt, Jean-Luc Godard's Unmade and Abandoned Projects. A 'negative' history that sheds new light on the master filmmaker.
(2026-04-19). Thursday 4/23: Tell Target to Stand Up To ICE! indybay.org Metreon Target: 789 Mission Street. Meet on the sidewalk by the Mission Street entrance.
(2026-04-19). France U-turns on visa ban for Palestinian rights defender. newarab.com 
France has reportedly Jabarin, the director of the Ramallah-based rights group Al-Haq, has now
(2026-04-19). Zack Polanski demands 'council homes not luxury flats for foreign investors'. thecanary.co 
On 18 April, the renters of London took to the streets to fight for their rights. Among their demands were calls for rent controls and council homes. One politicians who agrees with this message is the Green Party's Zack Polanski: Yes! This is exactly it! Council homes — not the luxury flats sold off to […] | By
(2026-04-19). CICPE 2026 in south China's Hainan FTP sees record int'l participation. ecns.cn The sixth China International Consumer Products Expo (CICPE), the first major international event since the start of island-wide special customs operations in Hainan Free Trade Port (FTP), drew record-breaking international participation this week.
(2026-04-19). Friday 5/1: Santa Cruz: May Day Rally & March. indybay.org Corner of Mission, Front, and Pacific Ave. (outside Jamba Juice), Santa Cruz…
(2026-04-19). Cash shortages grip Yemen despite currency stabilisation. aljazeera.com Cash-strapped Yemenis face rising frustration as exchange firms limit currency conversion amid ongoing liquidity crisis.
(2026-04-19). China carries out test flight of world's first maritime ground-effect vehicle. ecns.cn The world's first maritime ground-effect vehicle, led by CSSC Haishen Medical Technology Co Ltd, successfully completed its test flight this week, marking China's comprehensive capability in maritime emergency medical rescue reaching an internationally advanced level.
(2026-04-19). Wulong's World Natural Heritage draws global travelers to Chongqing. ecns.cn From rock specimens in a museum to towering karst peaks, from a sound-and-light landscape performance venue to a cave used for astronaut training – Wulong District of Chongqing, part of the UNESCO World Natural Heritage site "South China Karst" is accelerating its drive to become a "world-renowned tourist destination."
(2026-04-19). KZN Treasury calls for political will and active citizenry. sanews.gov.za KZN Treasury calls for political will and active citizenry | KwaZulu-Natal Finance MEC Francois Rodgers has raised serious concerns over the poor audit outcomes in several municipalities, following a 2024—2025 Municipal Finance Management Act (MFMA) audit outcomes briefing presented to the Provincial Legislature by Auditor-General Tsakane Maluleke. | During the recent presentation, the Auditor-General highlighted ongoing weaknesses in compliance with the Municipal Finance Management Act, identifying this as a primary cause of persistent audit failures. | These include poor financial discipline, weak governa…
(2026-04-19). Kendall blanks when shown Starmer seemingly lied about Mandelson vetting. thecanary.co 
Starmer — On 17 April, it emerged that Peter Mandelson had failed vetting for the ambassador to the US position. In one sense, this was unsurprising, because he was Peter Mandelson, and he literally should have failed the vetting process as soon as he entered his name. On the other, it was really quite shocking, […] | By
(2026-04-19). Italy suspends defence pact with Israel over Netanyahu's war mongering. ummid.com In a major setback for Netanyahu-led far right Zionist regime, Italy has suspended its defence deal with Israel over the ongoing war in the Middle East.
(2026-04-19). Saturday 6/13: 35th Santa Cruz Juneteenth. indybay.org Laurel Park, 301 Center St., Santa Cruz…
(2026-04-19). Iran's Quds Force chief Qaani visits Iraq: senior official. newarab.com 
(2026-04-19). This Isn't Just Trump's War on Iran. Both Parties Paved the Way for Disaster. progressivehub.net STEPHEN ZUNES | TRUTHOUT…
(2026-04-19). Why Britain's far-right celebrates a saint revered in Palestine. aljazeera.com Hundreds of far-right "Britain First" supporters marched in the streets of Manchester to celebrate Saint George.
(2026-04-19). Israeli settlers burn Palestinian home, car in West Bank. newarab.com 
(2026-04-19). Protection of cultural relics strengthened. ecns.cn In 2021, when archaeologists opened the Xuewei No 1 Tomb in Dulan county, Qinghai province, the tomb chamber was a picture of chaos. Many artifacts were missing, while others lay scattered in pieces, bearing clear evidence of repeated tomb raids.
(2026-04-19). Beyond Einstein: From "Why Socialism?" to Why not Egalitarianism? indybay.org Humanity is capable of going beyond the predatory phase of society and obtaining true equality…
(2026-04-19). Modi govt fails to pass Delimitation Bill 2026 in Lok Sabha. ummid.com The Narendra Modi government Friday April 17, 2026 withdrew the Delimitation Bill 2026 after the amended Women's Reservation Bill 2026 could not get the necessary votes in the Lok Sabha during the Parliament's Special Session.
(2026-04-19). Shabab Al Ahli edge Buriram to reach Champions League semis. newarab.com 
(2026-04-19). Oscar hopes for Pakistani films? tribune.com.pk 
It's 1959, a black-and-white film about the suffering of fishermen in East Pakistan (now Bangladesh) quietly crossed the ocean and landed on the Academy's desk. The Day Shall Dawn, written by Faiz Ahmed Faiz and directed by AJ Kardar, was Pakistan's very first submission for Oscar consideration. The film surrounded the plight of a fisherman's family and received recognition at the Cannes Film Festival. Almost nobody remembers it now. It was banned by the Ayub Khan regime three days before its release, and shortly after, Faiz, along with other communist artists and writers, were jailed by the regime. | That was…
(2026-04-19). Xi Ruochen: In Search of Good Books. newleftreview.org Where might Chinese-language readers hungry for critical histories and marginalized voices find such books? A history of Sinosphere publishing, charting the relationship between Hong Kong and the Mainland within a broader media ecology from the Revolution to the present.
(2026-04-19). KVS Balvatika Admission 2026: 2nd List Published, Where to Check. ummid.com Kendriya Vidyalaya Admission 2026-27 List: The Kendriya Vidyalaya Sangathan (KVS) has released on its website www.kvsangathan.nic.in the KV Admission Second List (2nd lottery result) of Balvatika-1 & 3 and Class 1 for the academic year 2026-27.
(2026-04-19). Costas Lapavitsas: A Topography of the New Dollar Imperialism. newleftreview.org Topography of the contemporary world economy as a system of subordination, structured by the primacy of Fed-backed dollar-liquidity and a world division of labour jointly configured by productive and financial capital, generating forms of peripheral financialization. Monetary dominance—ultimately underwritten by military force?
(2026-04-19). Tax Day Protest at the Zionist Consulate. indybay.org Our tax money for Israel's bombs are big problem for many…
(2026-04-19). Female soldiers required long pants in marathon heat, men wore shorts. haaretz.com Female soldiers were required to wear long pants at the Jerusalem Marathon despite the heat, while male soldiers wore shorts. A soldier's mother said it is "taken for granted" that women's rights differ 'ostensibly for modesty reasons.' The IDF said it will investigate possible discrimination…
(2026-04-19). NEET UG 2026 Admit Card: When, Where and How to Download. ummid.com The National Testing Agency (NTA) is releasing the NEET UG 2026 Admit Card and Hall Ticket of the candidates on its official website 'neet.nta.nic.in' any moment.
(2026-04-19). Spain urges EU to end agreement with Israel over violations. newarab.com 
Spain has
(2026-04-19). Abdullatif Alfozan, Prof Mohamed win King Faisal Award 2026 for Service to Islam. ummid.com Sheikh Abdullatif Ahmed Alfozan and Professor Mohamed Mohamed Aboumousa have jointly won the 2026 King Faisal Award for Service to Islam announced at a ceremony held in the Saudi Capital Riyadh Wednesday.
(2026-04-19). Honor robots claim top 3 spots at Beijing half-marathon. ecns.cn Humanoid robots displayed speed and endurance to set a new record during the 2026 Beijing E-Town Half Marathon and Humanoid Robot Half Marathon on April 19.
(2026-04-19). Tommy Robinson backs violent rapist Conor McGregor. thecanary.co 
Content Note: this article contains an account of sexual assault Like others on the far right, Tommy Robinson has tried to depict himself as a great defender of British women. As we've reported, Robinson's credentials on this front don't hold up to scrutiny. This is especially true now that Robinson is throwing his weight behind […] | By
(2026-04-19). CSIPA is more than a piece of paper. moderndiplomacy.eu When it was announced that the United Kingdom would formally sign the Comprehensive Security Integration and Prosperity Agreement (C-SIPA) in December 2024, few in the UK understood this as a moment of significant strategic consequence. Originally signed between the United States and the Kingdom of Bahrain in September 2023, the agreement, one that "supports the …
(2026-04-19). PLA conducts sea, air patrols in East China Sea. ecns.cn The Chinese People's Liberation Army (PLA) Eastern Theater Command conducted joint readiness patrols in the relevant waters and airspace of the East China Sea on Saturday, according to a spokesperson.
(2026-04-19). Thursday 5/7: Apple Whistleblower Ashley Gjovik and the Fight for Worker Rights & Environmental Justice. indybay.org San Jose Peace | Justice Center | 48 S. 7th St. | San Jose, 95112…
(2026-04-19). South Africa withdraws accreditation of dog import agent. sanews.gov.za South Africa withdraws accreditation of dog import agent | The Department of Agriculture has announced the immediate and permanent withdrawal of accreditation for Animal On the Move as a recognised dog import agent. | This follows the confirmed use of fraudulent import permits in contravention of the Animal Improvement Act, 1998 (Act No. 62 of 1998). | "The department enforces a zero-tolerance stance on fraud to safeguard the integrity and traceability of South Africa's canine population," the department said in a statement on Friday. | The department urged members of the public and industry stakeholders to engag…
(2026-04-19). Talaat Moustafa Group to build $27 billion city east of Cairo. newarab.com 
Egypt's The project, called The Spine, is to be developed in partnership with The project, to be buil…
(2026-04-19). Justice 4 For All! CFA & the Acquittal Of CSU Channel Island CFA Professor John Caravell. indybay.org CSU Channel Island professor John Caravello was framed up by ICE and the US "Justice" Department after he went to the Glass House to defend immigrants there. He was charged with throwing tear gas projectiles at the ICE agents. He talks about the defense campaign and the active support of the CFA, students and community.
(2026-04-19). Iran says transferring enriched uranium to U.S. never an option. ecns.cn Iran will not transfer its enriched uranium to a foreign country, and sending it to the United States has never been under consideration, Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesman Esmaeil Baghaei said Friday.
(2026-04-19). China's consumer goods expo rides wave of innovation, new consumption trends. ecns.cn The sixth China International Consumer Products Expo (CICPE), a key gateway into China's vast consumer market and a platform for China to offer more quality consumer products to the rest of the world, is scheduled to conclude in the tropical island province of Hainan Saturday.
(2026-04-19). 'Pigs as Pets': New Tool to Intimidate Indian Muslims. ummid.com In Delhi's Tri Nagar, some Hindu families appear to have embraced a new form of devotion and a way to deter Muslim neighbours — pigs.
(2026-04-19). Al-Nassr strengthens SPL Standings with hard-fought win over Al-Ettifaq. ummid.com Cristiano Ronaldo led Al-Nassr Saudi FC Wednesday April 15, 2026 defeated Al-Ettifaq 1-0 to further strengthen its Saudi Pro League Standings.
(2026-04-19). OFSS Bihar 11th Admission 2026 Starts, Check Steps. ummid.com Bihar School Examination Board (BSEB) has started receiving Online Application forms for Class 11 (Intermediate) Amission 2026 through Online Facilitation System For Students (OFSS) website (www.ofssbihar.info).
(2026-04-19). New Zealand PM Christopher Luxon meets Akal Takht Jathedar, discusses contributions of Sikh community and communal harmony. ptcnews.tv PTC News Desk: New Zealand Prime Minister Christopher Luxon on Sunday visited the Guru Nanak Sikh Sangat Gurdwara in ≈åtƒÅhuhu, Auckland, where he held a special meeting with Sri Akal Takht Jathedar Giani Kuldip Singh Gargajj. | During the meeting, both leaders discussed promoting mutual harmony and understanding among the Sikh community and other communities residing in New Zealand. They also deliberated on the significant contributions made by Sikhs towards the country's development and strengthening the community here. | Jathedar Giani Kuldip Singh Gargajj thanked Prime Minister Christo…
(2026-04-19). Monday 5/11: Barrio Book Club. indybay.org Santa Cruz Barrios Unidos, 1807 Soquel Avenue, Santa Cruz…
(2026-04-19). Monday 4/20: No Monarchs Monday: Weekly Protest at Tesla in San Francisco. indybay.org At the Tesla Dealership, 999 Van Ness (corner of Van Ness and O'Farrell), San Francisco…
(2026-04-19). US preparing to board Iran-linked vessels amid blockade. newarab.com 
(2026-04-19). Thursday 5/14: AFSCME 3299 UCSF Strike at St. Francis & St. indybay.org St. Francis & St. Mary's Hospital in San Francisco…
(2026-04-19). Insights | Cutting-edge tech products wow international exhibitors at sixth consumer expo. ecns.cn Visitors say China is rapidly turning innovation into consumer products, driven by fast-changing demand and a massive market. From smart gadgets to culturally rich products, the event highlights how technology and tradition are coming together to shape China's evolving consumer landscape.
(2026-04-19). Madhya Pradesh 10th, 12th Results 2026 – Date: April 15, Time: 11:00 AM. ummid.com The Madhya Pradesh Board of School Education (MPBSE) has officially confirmed the date and time to declare the Higher Secondary School Certificate (HSSC) Class 12 and High School Certificate (HSC) Class 10 Matric results 2026.
(2026-04-19). France blames Hezbollah for French peacekeeper death in Lebanon. newarab.com 
A The attack follows "Everything points to Hezbollah being responsible for this attack," Macron said…
(2026-04-19). 93.70% Pass CBSE 10th 2026 Exam, Check Result Details Here. ummid.com CBSE 10th Result 2026: The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) has declared today i.e Wednesday April 15, 2026 the result of Class Xth board exams held in February/March 2026 on its official website cbseresults.nic.in.
(2026-04-19). Ghost Murmur Weapon System: Technology, Strategy and US Military Supremacy. moderndiplomacy.eu In my last analysis titled "The Weapon We Haven't Seen Yet," I argued that the US-Iran confrontation is actually a weapon testing ground, setting some novel norms of warfare. One can argue that this is normal to proxy wars, but this time, the weapons that the Pentagon is testing in Iran against those of the …
(2026-04-19). Australia soldier charged with war crimes vows to clear his name. newarab.com 
(2026-04-19). Thursday 4/23: People's Park 57th Anniversary – Cafe Night & film. indybay.org Long Haul Infoshop – 3124 Shattuck Ave Berkeley…
(2026-04-19). We Should Not Fear The Tyrants; The Tyrants Should Fear Us. scheerpost.com In our society, we do not push psychopaths off the ice when nobody is looking. In our society, we let them rule the world. Caitlin Johnstone If there were a thousand people living on an island, and one of them began making life miserable for everyone else, there would soon be 999 people living on …
(2026-04-19). Hezbollah leader rejects one-sided truce, signals response. newarab.com 
"A ceasefire means a complete cessation of all hostilities. Because we do not trust this enemy, the resistance fighters will remain in the field with their hands on the trigger, and they will respond to violations accordingly," Qassem said in a statement read out on TV. | "There is no ceasefire from the side of the resistance only, it must…
(2026-04-19). Israeli military launches new incursion into Syria's Quneitra. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Apr. 19 (MNA) — The Israeli regime's military launched a new incursion into Syria's Quneitra province late Saturday.
(2026-04-19). Susan Watkins: Trump Abroad. newleftreview.org In which direction is America heading, amid the strategic cacophony of Trump's second term—counter-revolution in the Caribbean, onslaught on Iran, somersaults on China? Analysis of the political logics at stake as the US ratchets up from covert to overt assassinations; from wars of attrition to wars of overthrow.
(2026-04-19). US should lift blockade of Cuba: Lula da Silva. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Apr. 19 (MNA) — The United States must end the blockade of Cuba because it leaves people of this country to suffer, President of Brazil Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva said.
(2026-04-19). Lawsuit alleges quarry operator Granite Rock Company illegally polluted Pajaro River. indybay.org SAN JOSE, Calif., April 15. 2026 — The nonprofit groups Environment California and California Sportfishing Protection Alliance ("CSPA") filed a lawsuit in federal court on Wednesday against Granite Rock Company (commonly known as "Graniterock"), alleging the company violated the federal Clean Water Act for more than 1,000 days. The nonprofits charge that, for years, the company has routinely discharged illegal levels of harmful pollutants — including dissolved solids, aluminum, iron and molybdenum — into the Pajaro River at its A.R. Wilson Quarry, a granite mining and processing facility in…
(2026-04-19). Insights | China a key partner as Hainan consumer expo unlocks new opportunities for investors. ecns.cn The sixth China International Consumer Products Expo (CICPE) opened Monday in Haikou, capital of south China's Hainan Province. This year's event marks the first edition since the Hainan Free Trade Port fully launched island-wide special customs operations in December last year.
(2026-04-19). Cold, wet and windy weather expected to continue across SA. sanews.gov.za Cold, wet and windy weather expected to continue across SA | Cold, wet and windy conditions are expected to continue across large parts of South Africa, with the Western and Northern Cape provinces likely to experience the most severe weather. | Weather forecasters Lehlohonolo Thobela and Tokelo Chiloane said the adverse conditions are expected to continue affecting much of the country through Monday, 20 April 2026. | The forecasters attributed the change in weather to the passage of two consecutive cold fronts making landfall over the western parts of South Africa. | "Initially, these systems are expected to imp…
(2026-04-19). Front pages of Iran's English dailies on April 19. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Apr. 19 (MNA) — Here are the front pages of Iran's English dailies on Sunday, April 19.
(2026-04-19). Kerala Minister was asked about SSLC, Plus Two 2026 results date, his response. ummid.com Kerala Board of Public Examinations (KBPE), also called as Kerala Pareeksha Bhavan, is declaring Kerala Secondary School Leaving Certificate (SSLC) or Class 10, and Plus Two or Class 12th board examination 2026 results in May.
(2026-04-19). JEE Main 2026 Session 2 Result: When and Where to Check. ummid.com The National Testing Agency (NTA) is releasing on the official website 'jeemain.nta.nic.in' the result, along with the list of toppers and All India Rank (AIR) list of successful candidates, who appeared in the JEE Main 2026 Session 2 conducted in the month of April 2026.
(2026-04-19). Insurgency-hit Nigeria strikes defence deal with Turkey. newarab.com 
(2026-04-19). Palestinians Battle the Algorithms of Israeli Censorship and Surveillance. truthout.org An outgrowth of the counter-revolutionary Oslo Accords, the Palestinian internet digitally encapsulates the contradictions of anti-colonial resistance in the neoliberal era. As such, the internet today is both an instrument for collective interconnection to Palestinian revolutionary history and struggle as well as a site of suppression and surveillance. As Miriyam Aouragh writes in Palestine… |
(2026-04-19). Iranian diplomat rejects Trump's claims on enriched uranium. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Apr. 19 (MNA) — Iranian Deputy Foreign Minister Saeed Khatibzadeh said that Tehran will not hand over its enriched uranium to the United States.
(2026-04-19). North Korea launches ballistic missiles towards sea off its east coast. aljazeera.com Multiple ballistic missiles fired from eastern Sinpo area in seventh such test this year.
(2026-04-19). Kamala Harris accuses Netanyahu of dragging US into Iran war. newarab.com 
Former US Vice President and presidential candidate In response to a question on the war at a Democratic Party event in Detroit on Saturday, Harris said that
(2026-04-19). The Tigray Conflict: Political Inclusivity and Security Challenges in the Horn of Africa. moderndiplomacy.eu Ethiopia, which has the second-largest population on the African continent and belongs to the category of the fastest-growing economy in the region, entered the darkest phase in its modern history when, in November 2020, the federal government led by Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed carried out a massive military operation against the Tigray People's Liberation Front …
(2026-04-19). Maine presses pause on large data centers. Will other states follow its lead? grist.org 
Maine is now the first state to pass a moratorium on the development of large data centers, and others may follow. | The Maine House and Senate this week passed Maine is one of about a dozen states with legislative proposals this year to…
(2026-04-19). Thursday 4/30: International Hotel: The Struggle for Housing Justice. indybay.org St. James Church ~ 4620 California St (between 8th & 9th Ave)…
(2026-04-19). Kazakhstan has a new constitution. What's next? globalvoices.org 
Analysts weigh in on what the Kazakhstan government's next moves might beGlobal VoicesA voter casting a ballot in Kazakhstan. Photo by Daniyar Mussirov. Used with permission. | This article was written by Dmitriy Mazorenko for Voters in Kazakhstan cast their ballots in
(2026-04-19). Visuals Help Expose the Realities of Mass Incarceration to a Wider Audience. truthout.org During my incarceration in the U.S., since I had little else to do, I focused on reading, on becoming an expert on the prison-industrial complex in which I lived. People sent me books and articles on this topic, but when I tried to share them with the other men in the prison, they ran up against a wall of accessibility. I vowed that when I got out, I would write materials that would be about them… |
(2026-04-19). China to carry out intensive space missions in 2026, says CNSA. ecns.cn China will carry out intensive space missions in 2026, including Tianwen-2's close approach and observation of its target asteroid, an official of the China National Space Administration (CNSA) said on Friday.
(2026-04-19). French Assembly Withdraws Attack on Free Speech, For Now. indybay.org As part of a week of protests across France to show solidarity and resistance with Palestinians, a large protest in Paris on April 16 took place near the National Assembly ahead of a scheduled vote on the controversial anti-semitism bill "The Yadan law." But at the last minute, the Assembly withdrew the draft bill deciding instead to incorporate its full text into a new draft that it will consider in late June.
(2026-04-19). Farage's approval nosedives to lowest ever. thecanary.co 
Nigel Farage has been on something of a journey over the past few decades. To begin with, he was widely perceived as a joke — one which the BBC couldn't stop telling. Even after Farage was successful in pushing the public towards Brexit, he wasn't able to convert that momentum into electoral success. Since 2024, however, […] | By
(2026-04-19). Want to Resist a Data Center? These Organizers Share How They Did It. truthout.org The prolific construction of massive data centers that house the physical computing power for artificial intelligence (AI) is galvanizing resistance in localities across the United States. Communities are fighting back against the billionaire tech and financial power behind these projects and their numerous harms, from their noise and pollution to their hyperconsumption of water and electricity. |
(2026-04-19). Delimitation Bill 2026 tabled as Parliament's Special Session begins. ummid.com The Narendra Modi-led BJP government tabled on the first day of the Parliament's Special Session Thursday April 16, 2026 three bills to implement 33% women's reservation in legislature, delimitation, and increase number of seats for Union Territories.
(2026-04-19). More health insurance coverage for cancer patients in China. ecns.cn A six-week course of treatment for brain cancer at a hospital in China can cost about 54,000 yuan (about 7,870 U.S. dollars), a price that could be unaffordable for many families, given the country's per capita disposable income of 43,377 yuan in 2025.
(2026-04-19). Eco-Luxury: The New Normal in Premium Housing. ummid.com Luxury townships following the eco-luxury blueprint generally do not advertise the details mentioned here, as they are expected to have them as a matter of course.
(2026-04-19). AP IPE Inter 2026 1st, 2nd Results Out: Pass Percentage, Toppers Details. ummid.com The Board of Intermediate Education Andhra Pradesh (BIEAP) has announced the results of 1st and 2nd year (Class 11th and 12th) Intermediate Public Examination (IPE) 2026 on its official website resultsbie.ap.gov.in.
(2026-04-19). Nausicaa Renner: Party and Class. newleftreview.org Nausicaa Renner on Paul Heideman, Rogue Elephant. Hollowed-out parties and capitalist sectoralization said to underlie the Trumpian capture of the GOP.
(2026-04-19). The Fifth International Colloquium Patria concludes in Cuba. radiohc.cu 
The fifth edition of the International Colloquium "Patria" concluded on Saturday in Havana after three days of analysis on best practices in communication and information dissemination. | The event, presided over by Cuban President Miguel Díaz-Canel, brought to a close several intense days of reflection, debate and collective work. | "We reaffirm the political, historical, and strategic nature of this meeting, which pays tribute to the victory at the Bay of Pigs and to the historical leader of the Cuban Revolution, Fidel Castro Ruz," said Rosa Miriam Elizalde, the event's organizer. | "We condemn the use of algo…
(2026-04-19). When Washington Leaves: Africa Must Shape Its Own Security Architecture. moderndiplomacy.eu For decades, Africa's security architecture has rested on shaky foundations: a reliance on external actors, particularly the United States, to define, fund, and lead the response to threats on the continent itself. However, in November 2025, Washington officially shifted its stance. The 2025 National Security Strategy (NSS) released by the Trump administration affirmed the doctrines …
(2026-04-19). Saturday 4/18: Free virtual screening of the documentary film "The Great Book Robbery" indybay.org Zoom | us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_yLx0……
(2026-04-19). Nominations open for eThekwini sports awards. sanews.gov.za Nominations open for eThekwini sports awards | The eThekwini Municipality has officially opened nominations for its inaugural eThekwini Sports Awards, calling on the public to recognise outstanding sporting talent and achievement across the city. | The awards programme is aimed at recognising and celebrating athletes, coaches, administrators, teams, and individuals who have excelled in sports and contributed significantly to the development of sport within the city. | As part of this exciting initiative, the municipality is officially opening the call for nominations for outstanding sports personnel within eThekw…
(2026-04-19). Shin Zini told staff to keep mum on bill forcing polygraph on AG. haaretz.com According to sources, Shin Bet security service Director David Zini instructed officials to stay silent during Knesset hearings on a bill that would require the Shin Bet to administer recurring lie-detector tests to the attorney general and senior Justice Ministry officials, despite internal objections…
(2026-04-19). How markets will test Hong Kong's new economic model. scmp.com For the first time in its history — and in a striking departure from its long-standing doctrine of minimal economic intervention — Hong Kong is preparing to draw up a five-year plan. | Chief Executive John Lee Ka-chiu has asked all policy bureaus to help draft proposals by the end of the year. To lead the exercise, veteran civil servant Janice Tse Siu-wah has come out of retirement. The Legislative Council, not to be left out, has formed a committee supported by six coordinating groups spanning…
(2026-04-19). Nelson Mandela Bay reinforces status as world class sporting destination. sanews.gov.za Nelson Mandela Bay reinforces status as world class sporting destination | The Nelson Mandela Bay Municipality has confirmed that the opening day of the ISUZU IRONMAN African Championship, held on Saturday, 18 April 2026 at Hobie Beach, was successfully executed without incident. | Municipal officials said all scheduled races were delivered safely, supported by integrated planning, strong inter-agency coordination, and world-class event management standards. | Saturday's programme featured the ISUZU 5150 Triathlon, the ISUZU Corporate Triathlon Challenge powered by Algoa FM, and the IRONKIDS race. The events drew…
(2026-04-19). Taking a break – no post this week. resourceinsights.blogspot.com I am taking a break this week and plan to post again on Sunday, April 26.
(2026-04-19). 2026 Shanghai International Flower Show kicks off. ecns.cn The opening ceremony took place at the Huangpu district main venue in Dongtaili, Xintiandi, where 18 new flower varieties were unveiled, and a digital map of the flower show was launched.
(2026-04-19). Winter is on its way, but autumn just yet. independentaustralia.net 
(2026-04-19). President Ramaphosa calls for global progressive renewal. sanews.gov.za President Ramaphosa calls for global progressive renewal | President Cyril Ramaphosa has called for action "grounded in hope, unity, and progressive change". | Addressing the Global Progressive Mobilisation Plenary during a working visit to Spain on Saturday, the President highlighted the current global situation, which is increasingly defined by aggression, war, conflict and destruction. | Institutions of global governance, he said, are being undermined or maliciously repurposed. | "The laws and norms that have long defined relations between nations are wilfully violated. The principles of solidarity, cooperatio…
(2026-04-19). Wednesday 5/13: 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.
(2026-04-19). WB 10th Madhyamik Result 2026 Date Confirmed – Read Circular. ummid.com The West Bengal Board of Secondary Education (WBBSE) has officialy confirmed the date to announce the result of the Class 10 Madhyamik board exam 2026.
(2026-04-19). The dream of what has been Patria is consolidating and growing. radiohc.cu Rosa Miriam Elizalde, coordinator of the Patria Colloquium, said in an exclusive interview with the Cuban News Agency that the dream of what has been Patria is consolidating and growing. The project is just beginning, with better coordination, experience, and a strong allied network. | The recipient of the José Martí National Journalism Prize for Lifetime Achievement recalled that in the early years, Patria was a nascent project. Now, many conditions exist for better coordination, and the objectives and horizons are clearer after these five years of exploration and meetings, she noted."The dream of what Patria ha…
(2026-04-19). Tuesday 5/5: Stop the Layoffs, Save Our Public Healthcare. indybay.org 55 Harrison Street, Oakland(Jack London Square)…
(2026-04-19). Hajj 2026: Pilgrims asked to confirm flight booking online. ummid.com The Haj Committee of India (HCoI) has asked all pilgrims embarking to Makkah for Hajj 2026 to confirm online the flight booking allotted to them.
(2026-04-19). UN chief urges future guided by rule of law, not raw power. ecns.cn UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres on Friday called on the international community to choose a future governed by the rule of law rather than one driven by raw power in The Hague, the Netherlands.
(2026-04-19). Meet Peter Magyar who ended Viktor Orban's 16-yr-rule in Hungary. ummid.com Peter Magyar is the Man of the Hour, after ending the Viktor Mihály Orbán's 16-year-long right-wing rule in Hungary, and probably also the country's tussle with the European Union (EU) and NATO.
(2026-04-19). MPBSE 10th, 12th Results 2026 Out: Check Full List of Toppers. ummid.com MP Board 10th, 12th Results 2026: The Madhya Pradesh Board of School Education (MPBSE) has declared the Higher Secondary School Certificate (HSSC) Class 12 and High School Certificate (HSC) Class 10 Matric results 2026 along with the Merit List and names of toppers on its official website mpresults.nic.in.
(2026-04-19). Pro-Russian former president leads Bulgaria's election polls. moderndiplomacy.eu Bulgarians voted on Sunday in their eighth parliamentary election in five years. The frontrunner, pro-Russian former President Rumen Radev, aims to end corruption and establish stable governance. Radev, who stepped down from the presidency in January, opposes military support for Ukraine and gained support through a strong social media campaign and promises of stability. After …
(2026-04-19). Pope in Algeria Slams Neocolonialism; Makes Trump Sad. juancole.com
(2026-04-19). Cracks Appear in Climate Consensus as Germany's Energy Minister Admits Renewable Energy is Ruining the Country. wattsupwiththat.com Fifteen years after Merkel's nuclear panic and decades after the Greens first infiltrated the corridors of power, reality is reasserting itself with the cold logic of physics and markets. The fevered dream of a weather-dependent utopia is dissolving under the pressure of rolling blackouts, price spikes and voter revolt.
(2026-04-19). US Mining Plan Will Sacrifice Mexico's Environment for Weapons and Tech. scheerpost.com
(2026-04-19). CPJ urges US lawmakers to enact reforms to protect press freedom from warrantless surveillance. CPJ Staff
(2026-04-19). Ethiopian editor seized from Addis Standard newsroom by unidentified men. CPJ Staff
(2026-04-19). Desde España, cientos de personas levantan la voz por Cuba. cubadebate.cu El Movimiento Estatal de Solidaridad con Cuba (MESC) en España, impulsó la convocatoria bajo el lema "Por el fin del bloqueo de Estados Unidos a Cuba".
(2026-04-19). Cuba clasifica también a su equipo masculino de polo a Santo Domingo 2026. cubadebate.cu El equipo masculino de polo acuático de Cuba empató (12-12) con el de Guatemala en tiempo reglamentario, y luego lo superó por 4-2, en la tanda de penales del clasificatorio de Cali, en Colombia rumbo a Santo Domingo 2026. En el encuentro, disputado en la Piscina Olímpica Hernando Botero O'Byrne, los vencedores tuvieron en Remmy De Armas, Manuel Díaz y Giraldo Carales a sus principales artilleros.
(2026-04-19). Progresismo mundial clausura cumbre en Barcelona contra guerras y ultraderecha. cubadebate.cu Entre el 17 y 18 de abril, la Fira de Barcelona acogió más de una treintena de eventos —conferencias, mesas redondas y coloquios—, con más de un centenar de ponentes y partidos políticos de todo el mundo. Entre los invitados más prominentes estuvieron los presidentes de Colombia, Gustavo Petro; México, Claudia Sheinbaum, y Uruguay, Yamandú Orsi.
(2026-04-19). Canciller ruso insta a Trump a dialogar con Cuba en lugar de amenazar. cubadebate.cu Durante una rueda de prensa ofrecida el pasado 15 de abril en Pekín, al término de su visita a China, el ministro de Relaciones Exteriores de Rusia, Serguéi Lavrov, fue consultado por los medios sobre la situación en torno a Cuba.
| La pregunta hacía referencia directa a las palabras del presidente estadounidense, Donald Trump, quien el lunes aseguró que EE.UU. podría "pasar por Cuba".
(2026-04-19). Cuba arranca con dos oros y un bronce en Panamericano de Judo. cubadebate.cu La primera jornada del torneo individual del Campeonato Panamericano Senior, que se celebra en Panamá dejó a Cuba dos medallas doradas y una de bronce. Según el sitio de la Federación Internacional, los títulos fueron para Jonathan Charón, en los 60 kilogramos (kg) y Orlando Polanco (66 kg).
(2026-04-19). Este domingo en Cuadrando la Caja: øQué va a pasar con las unidades presupuestadas en Cuba? cubadebate.cu Hay una nueva normativa que regula a las unidades presupuestadas, el Decreto 127: øpor qué es necesario transformar las unidades presupuestadas tal cual existen hoy? øEstá orientada esta normativa hacia la extinción de las unidades presupuestadas con tratamiento especial? øQué impacto real puede tener esta normativa a corto, mediano y largo plazo?
(2026-04-19). Pagan pensiones a jubilados en comercios no estatales: øCómo funciona esta experiencia piloto en La Habana? cubadebate.cu Por primera vez, de forma experimental, los beneficiarios pueden cobrar en establecimientos de actores económicos, con fuerte participación de las formas de gestión no estatal. La iniciativa es impulsada por el Banco Central de Cuba (BCC), con el Banco Metropolitano (BANMET), el Gobierno en La Habana y el Ministerio de Trabajo y Seguridad Social (MTSS).
(2026-04-19). Ya se distribuyen en Cuba los derivados del crudo donado por Rusia. cubadebate.cu Gasolina, diésel, fuel oil y gas licuado, obtenidos del procesamiento de las 100 000 toneladas de crudo donadas por Rusia, ya están siendo distribuidas en el territorio nacional, lo que ha permitido comenzar a reducir las afectaciones al servicio eléctrico y aliviar el déficit de combustible en sectores críticos como la salud y la generación distribuida.
(2026-04-19). La guerre au Moyen-Orient : interprétations religieuses, métaphysiques et spirituelles. thealtworld.com L'agression des États-Unis et d'Israà´l contre l'Iran a levé le voile sur la dimension métaphysique du conflit: en son sein ont émergé clairement les contours des croyances religieuses, plus précisément, le choc de doctrines et d'idées métaphysiques. Et bien que chaque partie affirme avoir raison, tant dans la rhétorique politique qu'en invoquant l'histoire, les faits et les actions indiquent clairement que l'Iran est du cà¥té du bien. En conséquence, Israà´l et les États-Unis deviennent automatiquement les forces du mal, même s'il est peu probable qu'ils soient d'accord avec cette interprétation.
(2026-04-19). Esta es la última oportunidad para los iraníes, amenaza Trump. cubadebate.cu El presidente de EE.UU., Donald Trump, lanzó una dura advertencia este domingo a Irán al asegurar que el país tiene una "última oportunidad" para firmar un acuerdo, en medio de las negociaciones en curso para poner fin al conflicto en la región.
(2026-04-19). Informan sobre compleja situación del abasto de agua a la capital. cubadebate.cu Al abordar en el tema de las perspectivas, ambos directivos dejaron bien claro que, en las actuales condiciones, los avances o retrocesos, dependerán en mayor medida del comportamiento del suministro de energía eléctrica en los lugares donde se encuentran las fuentes de abasto.
(2026-04-19). EEUU: Mueren ocho niños tras tiroteo masivo tras disputa familiar. cubadebate.cu Según la Policía, citada por medios locales, las víctimas tenían entre uno y 14 años, aproximadamente. Un total de 10 personas resultaron heridas, precisaron las autoridades.
(2026-04-19). Por el bienestar animal: Formación desde la primera infancia. cubadebate.cu Me atrevería a plantear que, a este empeño educativo, se pudieran sumar las familias, en caso de que sus pequeños no asistan a ninguna de estas dos formas establecidas para la formación de la primera infancia. Pienso que pueden buscar información, capacitarse y desde el hogar, enseñar y preparar a sus niños, para el momento al que asistan a las escuelas en el prescolar.
(2026-04-19). Diamond Jubilee – Leidesdorff Plaza – Historic Folsom – Rancho Rio de Los Americanos. indybay.org May 1966 at the height of the US Civil Rights Movement the Negro Museum and Library Association of Sacramento, Inc dedicated Leidesdorff Plaza to preserve authentic California History, today a failed BMB, DEI effort to fabricate reality remains hidden by design…
(2026-04-19). México propone declaración contra intervención militar en Cuba. cubadebate.cu "Quiero proponer una declaración en contra de la intervención militar en Cuba. Que el diálogo y la paz prevalezcan", recalcó en la cita en la que participan el jefe del Gobierno español, Pedro Sánchez, y los presidentes de Brasil, Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva; Colombia, Gustavo Petro, y Uruguay, Yamadú Orsi, entre otros. Asimismo, alzó la voz contra el bloqueo a Cuba.
(2026-04-19). Naborí en Girón: 18 de abril. cubadebate.cu øEl pasado en la costa? øEl hambre, el frío, el crimen y el dolor? °No, compañeros! °Fuera terratenientes y banqueros! °Fuera gusanos del ayer sombrío! El pueblo avanza como inmenso río y hay que aguantarlo en sus impulsos fieros. Marchan los campesinos, los obreros y se desata el huracán del brío.
(2026-04-19). Cancelan vuelos de Canadá a Estados Unidos debido al aumento del precio de la gasolina. cubadebate.cu La aerolínea Air Canada, la mayor línea aérea de Canadá, anunció que suspenderá todos sus vuelos directos desde Toronto y Montreal al Aeropuerto Internacional JFK de Nueva York durante cinco meses. Esta decisión se tomó debido a la grave escasez de combustible para aviones y al aumento de más del 100 % en los costos de suministro en el aeropuerto JFK.
(2026-04-19). Real Sociedad upset Atletico Madrid to win fourth Copa del Rey title. aljazeera.com Real win the final of Spain's premier annual knockout football competition with a dramatic penalty shootout in Seville.
(2026-04-19). Tony Wood: A Bolivarian Republic of Letters? newleftreview.org Tony Wood on Julio Cortázar, Carlos Fuentes, Gabriel García Márquez and Mario Vargas Llosa, Las cartas del Boom. Correspondence between four titans of the midcentury Latin American novel.
(2026-04-19). CPJ urges press freedom support in El Salvador in statement to Tom Lantos Human Rights Commission. CPJ Staff
(2026-04-19). LeBron, Lakers shock Rockets with Game 1 win in NBA playoffs. aljazeera.com Despite missing leading scorers Luka Doncic and Austin Reaves, the LA Lakers and LeBron James defeat Houston in opener.
(2026-04-18). Pope Leo downplays feud with Trump. tribune.com.pk 
Pope Leo sought to downplay his feud with US President Donald Trump on Saturday, saying reporting about comments he has made so far during his Africa tour "has not been accurate in all its aspects". | Speaking to reporters in English aboard his flight to Angola for the third leg of his ambitious 10-day Africa tour, the first US pope said comments he made two days earlier in Cameroon decrying that the world was being "ravaged by a handful of tyrants" were not aimed at Trump. | That speech, said Leo, "was prepared two weeks ago, well before the president ever commented on myself and on the message of peace that…
(2026-04-18). Is the Lebanon Ceasefire a Strategic Defeat for Israel? juancole.com ( Washington, Tel Aviv, and their…
(2026-04-18). Israel's long history of stoking sectarian tensions in Lebanon, and what it means for the ceasefire. mondoweiss.net 
Netanyahu may have been "coerced" by Trump into a ceasefire with Lebanon, but this won't stop Israel from following a well-worn playbook: exploit sectarian divisions to weaken or disarm resistance while entrenching Israeli expansionism.
(2026-04-18). Racine, April 18, 2026: Stand For Peace! Free Palestine! Stop the U.S. War On Iran! wibailoutpeople.org 
RALLY FOR PEACE Saturday the 18th of April, 12: 30 to 1: 30 at the MLK Plaza, corner of State St., Marquette, and Martin Luther King Drive! US and Israel continue slaughter in Iran and Lebanon, and Gaza. We have banners, signs, 2 chairs, & sidewalk chalk for the youth. Racine Coalition for Peace and Justice (RCPJ)…
(2026-04-18). Trump sees 'good news' on Iran, still threatens renewed strikes. tribune.com.pk 
US President Donald Trump said there had been "some pretty good news" about Iran, suggesting optimism about peace talks to end the war in the Middle East, but he said a ceasefire in the conflict may not be extended without a deal by Wednesday. | Iran, hours earlier, had temporarily reopened the Strait of Hormuz following a separate US-brokered ceasefire agreement by Israel and Lebanon. But subsequent statements from both sides left uncertainty over how quickly shipping might return to normal through the global oil choke point. | Trump, speaking on Air Force One late on Friday, declined to elaborate on what the…
(2026-04-18). Israeli War Chief Threatens Lebanon. popularresistance.org Israeli Defense Minister Israel Katz threatened on 17 April that the Lebanon ceasefire is "temporary," while vowing that occupation forces will not withdraw from the country's south. | The war chief said the Israeli army "holds and will continue to hold all the areas it has cleared and captured." | "The ground maneuver into Lebanon and the strikes against Hezbollah throughout Lebanon have achieved many accomplishments, but they have not yet been completed," he added. | "We are inside Lebanon in the midst of a war against Hezbollah, with a temporary freeze and a 10-day ceasefire.
(2026-04-18). Between the lines, Netanyahu admitted that he has failed in Lebanon. haaretz.com Netanyahu does not often use the word 'honesty' in his statements. On Friday, he used it twice when announcing the halting of the Lebanon campaign against Hezbollah, confessing that the group remains standing — and that the threat along Israel's northern border remains…
(2026-04-18). Iran: Strait of Hormuz is Open; but with Conditions. juancole.com Ann Arbor (Informed Comment) — Iran's foreign minister, Abbas Araghchi, announced on "X" Friday morning that the Strait of Hormuz is "completely open." | He "In line with the ceasefire in Lebanon, the passage for all commercial vessels through Strait of Hormuz is declared completely open for the remaining period of ceasefire, on the coordinated route as already announced by Ports and Maritime Organisation of the Islamic Rep. of Iran." | Araghchi's announcement came in the wake of an announcement of a 10-day ceasefire between Israel…
(2026-04-18). Free Dr. Abu Safiya Webinar April 18, 2026. wibailoutpeople.org 
View this email in your browser Free Dr. Abu Safiya Webinar this Saturday, April 18th. RSVP today!Free all Palestinian Political Prisoners! In honor of Palestinian Political Prisoners Day, USPCN, alongside Doctors Against Genocide and Healthcare Workers for Palestine, will host an online webinar on Saturday, April 18th, at 1 PM ET. Join us to hear …
(2026-04-18). Iran's war with no way out and an open stage for deception. unitedworldint.com A new cycle of negotiation and escalation from the Trump Administration Now we are witnessing a new cycle of negotiation and escalation from Trump and his team. While Washington tightens its grip on Iranian oil export routes, ending a brief waiver that allowed oil shipments to pass through, and announcing that commercial vessels have changed …
(2026-04-18). Hormuz Strait Back To Previous State Amid US Blockade. popularresistance.org Iran's military announced that the Strait of Hormuz has returned to its previous operational status, placing it under "strict management and control" by the country's armed forces, following repeated violations of prior understandings by the United States. | In a statement, the spokesperson of the Khatam al-Anbiya Central Headquarters said Iran had earlier agreed, in good faith and within the framework of negotiations, to allow the managed passage of a limited number of oil tankers and commercial vessels through the strategic waterway.
(2026-04-18). Iran reports reopening Strait of Hormuz as Paris summit plans European intervention. wsws.org The flurry of announcements, while they produced a sharp fall in oil prices, has neither produced a lasting peace nor resolved any of the fundamental conflicts underlying the war.
(2026-04-18). Twenty-One Miles: The Geography That Held the World Hostage. moderndiplomacy.eu Twenty-one miles. That is the width of the Strait of Hormuz at its narrowest point, a sliver of water between Iran to the north and Oman to the south, barely wide enough to fit two shipping lanes and a separation zone. You could drive it in under half an hour on a straight road. The …
(2026-04-18). Trump is blustering as usual but in reality praying for Iran peace deal. asiapacificreport.nz COMMENTARY: By Lim Tean Many American apologists cannot see the forest for the trees and think that the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz represents a huge win for the United States and that Iran has caved in. Wrong. When the Iran ceasefire was first announced by US President Donald Trump on April 8, it…
(2026-04-18). Iran reimposes control over Strait of Hormuz as ships report gunfire. tribune.com.pk 
Iran said it was tightening control over the Strait of Hormuz on Saturday, warning mariners that the energy lifeline was again closed, as shipping sources said at least two vessels reported coming under fire while trying to transit the waterway. | Tehran said it was responding to a continued US blockade of Iranian ports, calling it a violation of the ceasefire, while Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei said Iran's navy was ready to inflict "new bitter defeats" on its enemies. | In the same way that the drones of Iran's Army strike the US and the Zionist murderers like lightning, its vali…
(2026-04-18). 20 ships turned back at Strait of Hormuz. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Apr. 18 (MNA) — After IRGC Navy re-exercised its tight control over the Strait of Hormuz after the US reneged on its promises, Western media said 20 ships were stopped from passing the waterway.
(2026-04-18). US renews waiver to allow countries including India to purchase Russian oil till May 16. ptcnews.tv PTC News Desk: In a significant relief for India, Trump administration on Friday renewed a waiver allowing countries to buy sanctioned Russian oil for about a month. | According to the Treasury Department, waivers will allow the countries to purchase Russian oil and petroleum products till Friday 16. The extension comes after the waiver expired on April 11. | The waiver however excludes transactions involving Iran, Cuba and North Korea. | The move significantly aims at mitigating global energy prices that have skyrocketed as the conflict in the Middle East broke out. It also came after countries in Asia, sufferi…
(2026-04-18). Iran-linked group Ashab al Yamin surges attacks in European cities, claims 15 since March. longwarjournal.org The Iran-linked front organization Ashab al Yamin claimed eight attacks on what it describes as "American and Zionist interests" in European countries in April. The most recent statements by the group took responsibility for targeting multiple locations in London, including the Israeli embassy.
(2026-04-18). Destruction of Najmieh Cultural Center in US-Israel attack. en.mehrnews.com HAMEDAN, Apr. 18 (MNA) — Najmieh Cultural-Artistic Center in Hamedan was destructed in the US-Israeli aggression against Iran. The US and Israel waged an unprovoked war of aggression against the country on February 28.
(2026-04-18). China and Israel's warning that will continue its attempts to overthrow the Iranian government. moderndiplomacy.eu Research centers affiliated with the Chinese People's Liberation Army are closely monitoring developments in Israeli intelligence strategy, under the leadership of David Barnea, particularly with regard to the militarization of Israeli intelligence and the increasing public attempts to undermine the Iranian regime. We can analyze the stance of relevant Chinese intelligence, military, defense, and security …
(2026-04-18). Iran's war against regional states: UAE bore the brunt, Iraqi Kurdistan still under fire. longwarjournal.org The ceasefire between the US and Iran has largely held since April 8, and large-scale Iranian barrages targeting predominantly Arab states have ended. However, some attacks, particularly against Iraqi Kurdistan, have continued.
(2026-04-18). Iran reviews proposals as Trump says 'very good talks going on'. tribune.com.pk 
Iran said on Saturday that it was reviewing proposals from the United States as President Donald Trump said that "very good" conversations were ongoing between the two countries amid a temporary ceasefire in their hostilities. | Iran's Press TV issued a statement on X from the Secretariat of the Supreme National Security Council that Iran was reviewing proposals from the US that were delivered by Chief of Defence Forces and Chief of the Army Staff Field Marshal Asim Munir during his visit to Tehran. | It said Iran had not yet given a response to them. | üî∫Recently, with the Pakistani ar…
(2026-04-18). Three quotes that explain why U.S.—Iran talks have failed. strategic-culture.su By Ted SNIDER | Join us on , , and . | Contact us: | Negotiations have suffered from an acute lack of trust. | The diplomatic process to…
(2026-04-18). America Wants Victory, Iran Wants Time. fairobserver.com Despite the removal of senior Iranian officials, Operation Epic Fury has yet to deliver the outcome Washington sought. As of last week, following 21 hours of direct talks facilitated by Pakistan, the US walked away from negotiations with its Iranian counterparts. As US Vice President JD Vance put it, "Iran has chosen not to accept…
(2026-04-18). Pakistan military chief, PM head home after Iran war diplomacy. newarab.com 
Pakistan's powerful military chief and Munir met Iran's top leadership and peace negotiators during a three-day visit to
(2026-04-18). CDF Munir, Naqvi conclude Tehran visit, urge peace in region. tribune.com.pk 
Chief of Defence Forces (CDF) and Chief of the Army Staff (COAS), Field Marshal Asim Munir, along with Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi and a delegation, on Saturday, concluded a three-day official visit to the Islamic Republic of Iran, the military's media wing said in a statement. | "During the visit, the field marshal called on the President of Iran, Dr Masoud Pezeshkian, and held separate meetings with the Speaker of the National Assembly, Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf, the Foreign Minister, Abbas Araghchi, and the Commander of Khatam ul Anbiya Headquarters, Major General Ali Abdollahi," according to the Inter-Se…
(2026-04-18). The Bombs Have Slowed, But Israel Controls Every Aspect of Our Lives in Gaza. truthout.org In Gaza, it's not just the prison cells that trap people. The daily restrictions on movement, services, communication, and basic life make every moment of our lives feel like a collective prison without walls, where even the simplest decisions are subject to constant limitations, turning life into a continuous struggle for survival. Since I woke up today, I felt the familiar sensation: that… |
(2026-04-18). Al-Noor centre: A lifeline for blind children in Gaza. aljazeera.com Al-Noor is a UNRWA centre in Gaza providing education and support for visually impaired children.
(2026-04-18). Israeli fire kills two Gaza water truck drivers. newarab.com 
(2026-04-18). Young men, masculinity and states of emergency in the Caribbean. globalvoices.org 
Under state of emergency regulations, search powers expand and detention without charge becomes permissible | Originally published on Feature image via In many communities across Trinidad and Tobago, the twin-island nation at the southernmost end of the Caribbean archipelago, the presence of the state is highly visible during periods of heightened security, especially…
(2026-04-18). Curry, Warriors knocked out of NBA play-in tournament by Suns. aljazeera.com Stephen Curry struggled with just 17 points as the 2026 NBA champions season was ended by the Phoenix Suns in play-in.
(2026-04-18). Blank and Null Votes in Peru Exceed All Candidates. orinocotribune.com With 93.34% of the ballots processed by the ONPE, blank and null votes in the Peruvian presidential elections exceed each of the candidates. | Blank and null votes in Peru's presidential elections have surpassed 3 million, a figure higher than the votes received by right-wing candidate Keiko Fujimori, who leads the official count by the National Office of Electoral Processes (ONPE) with 93.34% of the votes tallied. | Between these two categories, 3,142,121 votes have been registered, equivalent to 16.63% of the total cast, while Fujimori has obtained 2,685,995 votes (14.22% of the total), representing 17.05% of v…
(2026-04-18). After Loneliness: Left for Dead in Donald Trump's America, Communal Life Stirs. fairobserver.com All the way back in 2023, US Surgeon General Vivek H. Murthy diagnosed Americans as suffering from an epidemic of loneliness. More recently, amid the rise of alleged American fascism, I started to notice that people were not only lonely but had also begun referring to the world as simply "the news." Perceived that way…
(2026-04-18). From Dunks To Drones: The NBA Has An Israel Problem. popularresistance.org Many of the National Basketball Association's biggest stars are quietly allying themselves with the State of Israel, making official visits to the country, meeting IDF troops, and investing in its national security industry. Meanwhile, individuals criticizing Israel and supporting Palestinian liberation have been condemned, threatened, and marginalized. | While putting money into drones or Israeli technology may seem a rather abstract, faraway investment for American NBA stars, they are increasingly coming to negatively affect Black communities across the United States.
(2026-04-18). WHYY Newscast for Saturday 8:00 a.m. whyy.org The latest local headlines from WHYY…
(2026-04-18). Pacific Forum responds to current global fuel and energy challenges. asiapacificreport.nz RNZ Pacific The Pacific Islands Forum troika Leaders have agreed to activate the Biketawa Declaration, placing the region on a co-ordinated high alert framework to respond to the unfolding global energy security crisis. The declaration was made by the leaders of the Solomon Islands, Tonga and Palau following discussions in Nadi, Fiji, on Friday in…
(2026-04-18). 'IMF board nod awaited for next tranche'. tribune.com.pk 
Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb said Pakistan has reached a staff-level agreement with the International Monetary Fund (IMF), with approval from the lender's executive board expected shortly. | The step would unlock the next tranche of funding as the country signals a return to global financial markets. | According to the finance ministry, the minister shared the development during a meeting with representatives of S&P Global Ratings, where discussions focused on Pakistan's improving economic outlook and re-engagement with international markets. | He said the staff-level agreement with the IMF had been fin…
(2026-04-18). Pak warns against UN mission funding shortfall. tribune.com.pk 
Pakistan, which contributes troops to the United Nations Mission in South Sudan (UNMISS), has warned that funding shortfalls were weakening the mission's capacity to protect civilians, ensure safety, and maintain political stabilization in the world's youngest, yet highly fragile, nation. | "The ongoing liquidity crisis is affecting UNMISS mandate implementation, while year long delays in reimbursements continue to place additional strain on troop- and police-contributing countries," Ambassador Asim Iftikhar Ahmad, permanent representative of Pakistan to the United Nations, told the UN Security Council on Frid…
(2026-04-18). Reality Check: Maldives Have Actually Grown In Size or Remained Stable Over Recent Decades. wattsupwiththat.com Contrary to the "sinking" narrative, the TKP article cites scientific observations (including satellite data) showing that many islands in the Maldives have actually grown in size or remained stable over recent decades rather than disappearing, This contradicts everything we've been told by the climate alarmists.
(2026-04-18). Iran Ready To Shut Down Everything Pepe Escobar On Iran War. thealtworld.com Mario Nawfal is the host of the largest show on X (formerly Twitter) with guests including Hunter Biden, Elon Musk, President Bolsonaro, President Novak, PM Imran Khan, RFK Jr, Bill Ackman, Marc Cuban, Marc Andreessen and Tucker Carlson reaching millions of people a week and leading the citizen journalism movement.
(2026-04-18). Kyiv gunman kills 6 and takes hostages before being shot dead by Ukraine police. scmp.com A gunman who killed at least six people in the streets of Kyiv on Saturday before taking hostages and barricading himself in a nearby supermarket has been shot dead by police, Ukrainian officials said. | The head of Ukraine's Interior Ministry, Ihor Klymenko, said in a statement on social media that special tactical police units stormed the store after attempts to contact the gunman with a negotiator failed. | The attacker was killed while resisting arrest, he said.
(2026-04-18). 3D-printed homes, an abandoned $590,000 deposit, the FBI: What really happened in this small town? nationofchange.org Two men promised a $1.1 million 3D printer could fix Cairo, Illinois' housing crisis. More than a year later, the one duplex it printed still isn't finished.
(2026-04-18). Barry Bendar CD4: Why I am Running Green NJ Congress Must Block for Peace, Andres Jinete CD12 Supports Peace Block Call. fightbackbetter.com 
The following statement has been provided to FightBackBetter by Barry Bendar, who is the NJ Green Party candidate for Congress…
(2026-04-18). Russia Threatens Strike on Finland Baltic States. thealtworld.com Scott Ritter is a former Major, Intelligence Officer, US Marine, and UN Weapons Inspector. Ritter discusses Russia's threat of a retaliatory strike against European targets.
(2026-04-18). Palestinian man shot dead after breaking into Israeli settlement in West Bank armed with knife. haaretz.com In a rare incident, reports said the suspect broke into Negohot overnight, armed with a knife, and was shot dead while charging at a member of the settlement's security team. The IDF said it had raided the suspect's home and found 'an improvised weapon and military equipment'…
(2026-04-18). Trinidad and Tobago police uncover 56 bodies, mostly children, at cemetery. aljazeera.com Police suspect the grim discovery in the city of Cumuto may be a case of 'unlawful disposal of unclaimed corpses'.
(2026-04-18). IMF spells it out: Workers must pay for the cost of war. wsws.org The Fiscal Monitor report insisted that governments must not undertake measures to alleviate the intensifying cost-of-living pressures on workers around the world.
(2026-04-18). As More Universities Agree to Immigration Enforcement on Campus, Students Are Fighting Back. portside.org As More Universities Agree to Immigration Enforcement on Campus, Students Are Fighting Back |
(2026-04-18). Beneath the anti-Zionist Big Banana. independentaustralia.net 
(2026-04-18). New Zealand defends military patrol flight near China. tribune.com.pk 
New Zealand on Saturday defended the actions of a military patrol aircraft flight near China after Beijing said it had undermined its security interests. | China's foreign ministry said on Friday that a New Zealand P-8A patrol aircraft had "conducted continuous close-in reconnaissance and harassment in the airspace and waters of the Yellow Sea and East China Sea". | "The action undermined China's security interests, increased risks of misunderstanding and miscalculation, and gravely disrupted the order of civil aviation," spokesperson Guo Jiakun said, according to an official transcript. | Read: Trump sees "go…
(2026-04-18). Saturday 4/25: Dog$piracy Screening at the Roxie Theater. indybay.org Roxie Theater, 3125 16th Street, San Francisco CA 94103…
(2026-04-18). From Stockton to Palestine: Interconnected Struggles and Prisoner Solidarity Against Israel's Execution Policy. scheerpost.com Kevin Cooper Our human rights are not negotiable. They never have been, and never will be. Each and every human being has a universal right to life, no matter what anyone, or any government says, we ALL have the right to life. But throughout the tortured history of this planet we call earth, certain human beings …
(2026-04-18). Owen Jones: At The Telegraph, journalist support for Israel is now mandatory. asiapacificreport.nz COMMENTARY: By Owen Jones Britain's Daily Telegraph is being acquired by a German-based media giant — and now its journalists are formally expected to support Israel. The Culture Secretary, Lisa Nandy, has cleared the takeover by Axel Springer SE. Its CEO, Mathias Dà∂pfner, has written to Telegraph staff "outlining his commitment" to the paper. An…
(2026-04-18). The axis of evil suffers a big loss. nationofchange.org After Viktor Orban's landslide loss in Hungary, will Trump and even Putin be next in line for their political comeuppance?>
(2026-04-18). Lebanon ceasefire result of resistance sacrifices: Qassem. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Apr. 18 (MNA) — Hezbollah Secretary General Sheikh Naim Qassem Hezbollah Secretary General stresses that the ceasefire would not have been possible without the sacrifices of the resistance fighters on the front lines.
(2026-04-18). The data center energy threat is way overblown. wattsupwiththat.com But in no case is there a data center threat to the grid. Data centers are too small and growing too slowly to be a threat.
(2026-04-18). Bay Area to Mark Palestinian Prisoners' Day with Testimonies, Music, and Calls for Freedom. scheerpost.com Joshua Scheer On Saturday, April 18, organizers in Oakland will gather for a powerful community commemoration marking the 52nd annual Palestinian Prisoners' Day—a global day of solidarity with Palestinians held in Israeli prisons and a renewed call for their freedom. Hosted by Bay Area PYM, the event will take place from 1: 00 PM to 5: 00 …
(2026-04-18). How Businesses Use White Label Crypto Solutions to Launch Trading Services. moderndiplomacy.eu Here's the thing nobody tells you when you first start looking into launching a crypto trading service: building everything from scratch is, frankly, a nightmare. Not just technically — though yes, that too — but financially, legally, and in terms of sheer time. A full custom exchange, built properly, can take two to three years …
(2026-04-18). Crypto Critic Maxine Waters's New Primary Foe Got Over Two-Thirds of Money From Crypto. theintercept.com 
Rep. Maxine Waters, D-Calif., is the scourge of cryptocurrencies on Capitol Hill, burnishing her bona fides by supporting tighter oversight from her perch as ranking member of the House Financial Services Committee. If Democrats win the midterm elections, Waters is poised to become the chair of the influential committee. | Crypto donors are trying to make sure that never happens. | The woman mounting a long-shot challenge to Waters in California's 43rd Congressional District has drawn more than two-thirds of her donations from the cryptocurrency industry. | Nonprofit executive Myla Rahman, 53, who is running a…
(2026-04-18). Patria: An invitation to communicate government management with humanism. radiohc.cu Deputy Prime Minister Inés María Chapman Waugh urged government management to be communicated with empathy and identification with citizens' problems during her visit to the 5th International Patria Colloquium. | In exclusive statements to the Cuban News Agency, Chapman Waugh emphasized the usefulness of this forum, held at the Cultural Station on Línea and 18th Streets in Havana's Vedado district, for the exchange of experiences necessary to improve communication, which is one of the pillars of government management. | In her remarks, she highlighted the growing prominence of this issue, given that technology ha…
(2026-04-18). Iran navy ready to inflict 'new bitter defeats' on enemies: Mojtaba Khamenei. geo.tv 
(2026-04-18). As fentanyl crisis evolves, experts say US is still 'behind the eight ball'. aljazeera.com The Trump administration's militarised approach and cuts to health programmes threaten progress against fentanyl.
(2026-04-18). Help wanted in Israel: Hangman. Steady work, benefits and strong sense of purpose guaranteed. haaretz.com The State of Israel seeks a proud, robust Jew who's willing to look a condemned Palestinian in the eye without flinching. Women need not apply…
(2026-04-18). Mexico arrests suspected Hungarian drug trafficker amid crime crackdown. aljazeera.com Fugitive Janos Balla, 48, was arrested in Quintana Roo as President Claudia Sheinbaum seeks to increase cartel arrests.
(2026-04-18). India summons Iran ambassador. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Apr. 18 (MNA) — India's Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) on Saturday summoned the Iranian ambassador to New Delhi.
(2026-04-18). Hormuz conflict continues as Iran closes strait over US blockade. newarab.com 
(2026-04-18). AI warfare triggers Putin, as Kremlin moves to dismantle the last pieces of Russian internet. globalvoices.org More and more restrictions are being imposed on the internet in Russia Originally published on At the beginning of April 2026, the Russian government's attempts to limit access to anything out of its control…
(2026-04-18). Milei opens up Argentina's glaciers to destruction by mining companies. wsws.org The fascistic administration of President Javier Milei rammed through a bill modifying legal protections to glaciers to increase mining activity in the Andes.
(2026-04-18). How Flint Sit-Down Strikers Built Their Confidence. portside.org How Flint Sit-Down Strikers Built Their Confidence |
(2026-04-18). Alternative Jewish Voices launches new access radio programme. asiapacificreport.nz Pacific Media Watch Alternative Jewish Voices | Sh'ma Koleinu — a collective of anti-Zionist Jews from the Far North to Dunedin — launched its new radio programme today. Rick Sahar and Marilyn Garson will host AJV Radio every other Saturday at 5.00 pm. Tune in for issues and ideas, solidarity movement news, Jewish culture and…
(2026-04-18). Sources: former U.K. envoy Tzipi Hotovely to head Israeli hasbara amid Netanyahu staff shakeup. haaretz.com Pending government approval, the former ambassador and Likud politician could soon return to Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's government, filling the hasbara director post that has been vacant since May 2024…
(2026-04-18). TS SSC Results 2026 – Steps, Link to Check. ummid.com The Board of Secondary Education (BSE) Telangana is declaring on its official website 'bse.telangana.gov.in' the results of the students who appeared in the TS SSC (Class 10) examination in 2026.
(2026-04-18). Schadenfreude Of the Week: Majority of New York's Pending Wind and Solar Projects Getting Canceled. wattsupwiththat.com It's the feel-good story of the week, if you don't mind taking joy from others' misfortunes. When it comes to the wind and solar energy grifters, I don't mind a bit taking joy from their misfortunes.
(2026-04-18). Pakistan, 11 Muslim countries uphold Somalia's sovereignty and slam Israeli appointment of Somaliland envoy. tribune.com.pk 
Pakistan and the foreign ministers of 11 other Muslim countries on Saturday condemned Israel's appointment of a diplomatic representative to the "so-called Somaliland", terming it a "flagrant violation of the sovereignty, unity and territorial integrity" of the Federal Republic of Somalia. | The condemnation came two days after Israel appointed its first ambassador to Somaliland, months after it officially recognised the contentious breakaway region in Somalia. | According to a joint statement issued by the foreign ministers of Pakistan, Somalia, Sudan, Bangladesh, Egypt, Algeria, Libya, Indonesia, Palestine,…
(2026-04-18). Two Visions: Politics of Love, or Politics of Fear? portside.org Two Visions: Politics of Love, or Politics of Fear? |
(2026-04-18). Leader stresses continuation of developing military power. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Apr. 18 (MNA) — Leader of the Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Seyyed Mojtaba Khamenei has issued a message on the occasion of National Army Day, stressing the need for continuous development of military capabilities.
(2026-04-18). New Jersey announces $150 transit tickets to reach the World Cup. aljazeera.com Transit fares from New York to MetLife Stadium in New Jersey for World Cup matches will rise to $150.
(2026-04-18). "Bloody Unacceptable Is What It Is" portside.org "Bloody Unacceptable Is What It Is" |
(2026-04-18). China, Iran, USA: A complex Game of Power. strategic-culture.su From Washington's perspective, the alliance between Tehran and Beijing is a strategic nightmare. | Join us on , , and . | Contact us:…
(2026-04-18). Daily Memo: ICE Arrests Plaintiff of Federal Lawsuit Challenging ICE Raids. lataco.com A second ICE-custody death has also been reported this week, while acting ICE Director Todd Lyons has submitted his resignation and will leave the agency after the end of May.
(2026-04-18). Answering Trump's War Threats, Cuban Workers Plan Mass May Day Rallies. popularresistance.org Havana—As the Trump administration tightens its energy blockade on Cuba and threatens war and regime change, the Cuban labor movement—along with all of Cuban society—is gearing up for a mass mobilization on May 1. The Workers' Central Union of Cuba (CTC) and its affiliates have issued a call for this year's May Day, International Workers' Day, to "defend the homeland." | Their labor movement's call comes at a moment of maximum pressure. On Jan. 29, the White House imposed a total oil blockade on Cuba, cutting off nearly all fuel supplies to the island of 11 million people.
(2026-04-18). justice minister to convene judicial committee amid high court pressure. haaretz.com Justice Minister Levin scheduled the first meeting since January 2025 while refusing to appoint the missing four Supreme Court justices unless his political allies who helped author the judicial overhaul legislation are also chosen…
(2026-04-18). Australian Values compliance for One Nation voters? Well done Angus! independentaustralia.net 
(2026-04-18). Peña cultural Todos con Cuba se celebrará hoy en Bogotá con una treintena de artistas. cubadebate.cu Una peña cultural en solidaridad con Cuba se celebrará hoy en Bogotá con la asistencia de unos 30 artistas colombianos, argentinos y cubanos, bajo el lema Todos con Cuba, y con el objetivo de recolectar alimentos y productos de aseo para enviar a la isla. El evento tendrá lugar en el restaurante Casa de Citas, ubicado en el céntrico barrio de La Candelaria.
(2026-04-18). Secretario ejecutivo del ALBA-TCP se reúne con inversores turcos en foro de Antalya. cubadebate.cu El secretario ejecutivo de la Alianza Bolivariana para los Pueblos de Nuestra América (ALBA-TCP), Rander Peña, sostuvo este sábado una reunión con el director general del Fondo de Inversión Turkiko, Ramil Babayev, en el marco del Foro Diplomático de Antalya que se celebra en Türkiye del 17 al 19 de abril.
(2026-04-18). Luis Hernández Navarro: "Cortarle el combustible a Cuba es un crimen" cubadebate.cu El periodista mexicano Luis Hernández Navarro participó en el Coloquio Internacional Patria y compartió con Cubadebate, en exclusiva, las razones de su presencia en Cuba. Señaló que ha visitado la isla tres veces desde el 4 de febrero, justo cuando Estados Unidos calificó a Cuba como un "peligro terrible". Sin embargo, lo que ha visto es muy distinto.
(2026-04-18). La Russie menace la Finlande et les États baltes. thealtworld.com Scott Ritter est un ancien major, officier du renseignement, membre des Marines américains et inspecteur des armements de l'ONU. | Ritter évoque la menace d'une frappe de représailles de la Russie contre des cibles européennes.
(2026-04-18). Manolo de los Santos en el V Coloquio Patria: "Fidel no daba discursos, dirigía cursos de formación política" cubadebate.cu Al cierre del V Coloquio Internacional Patria, el director de The People's Forum, Manolo de los Santos, ofreció la conferencia magistral "La palabra hecha Revolución: Fidel y la comunicación", que se convirtió en una verdadera clase de historia, política y estrategia comunicacional. Frente a un auditorio atento, el intelectual comenzó llevándonos de vuelta a Fidel.
(2026-04-18). Declaración Final del V Coloquio Internacional Patria. cubadebate.cu Los participantes en el V Coloquio Internacional Patria, celebrado del 16 al 18 de abril de 2026 en La Habana, Cuba, reunidos en una cita dedicada al centenario de Fidel Castro y al 65 aniversario de Invasión por Playa Girón, reafirmamos el carácter profundamente político, histórico y estratégico de este encuentro, que rinde homenaje a la primera gran derrota del imperialismo en América y a la vigencia de las ideas emancipadoras de la Revolución cubana.
(2026-04-18). Trump administration continues torment of El Gamal family as detained mother remains in severe pain. wsws.org Hayam El Gamal, mother of five children, was taken to the emergency room earlier this month after repeated medical complaints were ignored at the Dilley detention camp.