presstv.co.uk (2026-09-16). How Gazas environmental catastrophe amid genocidal war boomeranged onto Israeli desalination plants
In a striking case of ecological blowback, a massive microalgae bloom that shut down five of the Israeli regime's six major desalination plants in early September 2026 has been linked by scientists to the catastrophic collapse of Gaza's wastewater infrastructure, a crisis that has exposed the profound environmental interdependence between the occupied territories and the occupying power.
presstv.co.uk (2026-09-16). Saudi Red Sea oil shipments halted amid pipeline damage, war on Yemen
Saudi Arabia has suspended crude oil loadings from its Red Sea port of Yanbu and canceled some September cargoes to Europe after damage to a key pipeline disrupted supplies to the terminal, while fighting around the Bab el-Mandeb Strait has added further pressure to the kingdom's export routes.
presstv.co.uk (2026-09-16). '40,000 tons of bombs': Report shows Trump planning 'largest bomb transfer in modern US history' to Israel
The Trump administration is preparing a $2.8-billion package to provide the Israeli regime with 40,000 2,000-pound bombs, a report says.
The package includes 20,000 MK-84s, 20,000 BLU-117s, and 20,000 I-2000 penetrator warheads, The Washington Post reported on Tuesday, citing a US official.
(2026-09-16). Trump Completely Rejects AI "Experts" Push to 'Pace the Frontier'. wattsupwiththat.com "We're leading China in AI. We're the most sophisticated country in the world, and frankly, I want to keep it that way, because whoever wins AI wins."
(2026-09-16). Jewish-Kurdish Conference in London: Kurdish nationalism in the Türkiye-Israel rivalry. wsws.org Israel does not want to abandon the effort to forge an alliance with the Kurdish movement, both in the war against Iran and in its rivalry with Türkiye.
(2026-09-16). US burns through dozens of missile interceptors in single Iranian attack on Jordan: WSJ. tribune.com.pk 
The US military used as many as 70 Patriot interceptors and more than a dozen THAAD anti-missile interceptors to counter a recent Iranian ballistic missile attack on Jordan, highlighting growing pressure on American air defence stocks, The Wall Street Journal reported Tuesday. | US forces fired between 60 and 70 Patriot interceptors against an attack involving about 20 ballistic missiles, while more than a dozen Terminal High Altitude Area Defence (THAAD) interceptors were also launched, the newspaper reported, citing US and regional officials familiar with the matter. | The number of interceptors expended was…
(2026-09-16). Trump Plans New Sale of 2,000-Pound Bombs to Israel, Which Keeps Using Them to Massacre Gazans. scheerpost.com Brett Wilkins Common Dreams The Trump administration is preparing to send Israel tens of thousands of 2,000-pound bombs, The Washington Post reported Tuesday—a move that would rank as the largest single sale of the highly destructive munitions, which the Israel Defense Forces have used in some of the deadliest US-backed airstrikes on Gaza and Lebanon. According to…
(2026-09-16). US set to approve 60,000 heavy bombs for Israel: What that means. aljazeera.com The package of 2,000-pound bombs comes amid Israel's genocidal war on Gaza and its occupation of southern Lebanon.
(2026-09-16). Lebanon: ICRC facilitates transfer to Lebanon of 5 people detained by Israel. icrc.org
(2026-09-16). 5 children among 14 Palestinians killed as war-damaged building collapses in Gaza City. tribune.com.pk 
At least 14 Palestinians, including five children, were killed Wednesday when a residential building housing displaced people that had been damaged during Israel's genocidal war collapsed in western Gaza City, according to Palestinian sources. | A medical source told Anadolu that the bodies of 14 Palestinians, including five children, and 25 injured people were taken to hospitals in Gaza City after the collapse of the Al-Saada building in the city's Al-Sinaa area. | Palestinian Civil Defence spokesman Mahmoud Bassal said during a news conference at the scene that the building had previously been targeted by Is…
(2026-09-16). Rapper Macklemore booted from tour for pro-Palestinian remarks, other bands drop out in solidarity. wsws.org All the musicians on the tour—except headliner Ed Sheeran—have withdrawn in solidarity with the outspoken artist, who has steadfastly opposed the genocide.
(2026-09-16). Can Canada and Europe build closer ties as Trump trade tensions grow? moderndiplomacy.eu Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney will travel to Strasbourg on Wednesday as Ottawa seeks to strengthen its economic and strategic ties with Europe amid escalating trade tensions with U.S. President Donald Trump. Carney will become the first foreign head of government to attend the European Commission president's State of the Union address. He is also …
(2026-09-16). BRICS Nations Call For End Of US Blockade On Cuba. popularresistance.org The 18th BRICS summit concluded in New Delhi on Sunday, September 13, with the unanimous adoption of the New Delhi declaration condemning wars in West Asia and reiterating calls for a more democratic and multilateral world order. | This year marks the 20th anniversary of the formation of the grouping with the core objective of democratizing global governance and promoting multilateralism and cooperation among the countries of the Global South. | This years' summit was held around the theme of "Building for Resilience, Innovation, Cooperation and Sustainability."
(2026-09-16). On Russia's New Economic Policy in the early 1920s and the crisis facing Cuba today. links.org.au 
While some measures being taken in Cuba resemble the Russian Revolution's "New Economic Policy", the situation facing Cuba today is very different, argue the editors of World-Outlook.
(2026-09-16). Excadetes nicaragàºenses saludan aniversario de escuela militar cubana. radiohc.cu Egresados nicaragàºenses de la Escuela Interarmas General José Maceo Grajales de Santiago de Cuba, expresaron su felicitación por el aniversario 46 de esa institución, que se celebra este martes 15 de septiembre. | En un comunicado divulgado en redes social bajo el título "Escuela Interarmas, 46 años de honor, lealtad y compromiso revolucionario", los excadetes reafirmaron su solidaridad con la nación caribeña y su proceso revolucionario. | Dirigieron su mensaje a la dirección, docentes, oficiales, clases, soldados, trabajadores civiles y cadetes del actual curso. | "Reciban nuestras más sinceras felicitacio…
(2026-09-16). Raúl Castro destaca transformación del sistema penitenciario cubano. radiohc.cu El líder de la Revolución cubana, Raúl Castro, destacó este martes la transformación del sistema penitenciario del país, en un mensaje de felicitación enviado con motivo del aniversario 65 de su fundación. | En la misiva, leída durante el acto político-cultural encabezado por el presidente de la República, Miguel Díaz-Canel, el general de Ejército reconoció el trabajo desarrollado durante años "con sacrificio, entrega y dedicación, para transformar el horror que se vivía en las cárceles cubanas antes del triunfo de la Revolución y desarrollar numerosos programas que cambiaron radicalmente esa terrible realidad".
(2026-09-16). Caravana italiana de solidaria con Cuba recorrió ciudad de Perugia. radiohc.cu 
Una caravana italiana de autos con banderas cubanas y pancartas contra el bloqueo económico, comercial y financiero de Estados Unidos recorrió este último domingo arterias céntricas de la ciudad italiana de Perugia. | Según precisó el portal del Ministerio de Relaciones Exteriores, Cubaminrex, la movilización fue convocada por la Asociación de Solidaridad Internacionalista con Cuba de la región de Umbría (AsiCuba Umbria), con la participación de miembros de diversos movimientos y grupos solidarios, acotaron los organizadores. | El recorrido partió del parque Pian di Massiano y concluyó en la Piazzetta del Circo,…
(2026-09-16). Cuba expone en BRICS sus apremios y oportunidades. radiohc.cu Una importante delegación cubana participó en la decimoctava Cumbre del Grupo BRICS, en India, donde expuso los efectos nefastos del recrudecimiento del bloqueo estadounidense y explicó nuevas oportunidades de la economía antillana. | Resaltó en una extensa declaración de la cita, la alusión a la necesidad de poner fin a las medidas restrictivas contra Cuba y el carácter de América Latina y el Caribe como zona de paz. | Por tanto, apuntó el BRICS, debe enfatizarse en el respeto mutuo, la solución pacífica de controversias y la no intervención. | Se pronunciaba así este importante bloque de 11 naciones emergentes…
(2026-09-16). 2026 Yangtze River Civilization Forum opens in Chongqing. ecns.cn The 2026 Yangtze River Civilization Forum opened in Chongqing on Tuesday under the theme "Crossing Rivers and Seas, Mutual Learning of Civilizations."
(2026-09-16). At least 12 dead as Gaza building collapses, many trapped under rubble. aljazeera.com Rescue crews in Gaza pull survivors from a collapsed building as cries for help echo beneath the rubble, witnesses say.
(2026-09-16). At least 10 dead, dozens missing in Gaza building collapse. aljazeera.com At least 10 Palestinians are dead and up to 70 more are believed missing after a building collapsed in Gaza City.
(2026-09-16). Gaza building collapse kills 20, traps dozens under rubble. aljazeera.com Rescuers comb wreckage of a bombed-out apartment building that collapsed overnight in Gaza City.
(2026-09-16). Gaza: Thousands of families suffer in uncertainty while their loved ones remain missing. icrc.org
(2026-09-16). Israeli double-tap strike kills 15-year-old and paramedic in Gaza. aljazeera.com
(2026-09-16). Maduro ally Alex Saab pleads guilty to money laundering, fraud. aljazeera.com Alex Saab pleads guilty in US court to laundering bribe and fraud proceeds linked to Venezuela's welfare programme.
(2026-09-15). SCO Digital Economy Forum explores new frontiers in digital economy cooperation. ecns.cn The 2026 Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) Digital Economy Forum opened in Urumqi, northwest China's Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region, on Tuesday, bringing together government officials, business leaders and experts to discuss ways to deepen digital cooperation.
(2026-09-15). China's Zhuque-2E rocket launches 10 satellites in one go. ecns.cn Chinese private rocket company LandSpace launched 10 satellites on Tuesday, marking the first time a Chinese private rocket firm undertaking a launch mission for a large satellite internet constellation.
(2026-09-16). List of 'Weak Links' Accusers for the "Crooked Skeptic Climate Scientists" Accusation — Summary for Policymakers. wattsupwiththat.com These are the chain of people one increment back from the main promulgators who've pushed the false accusation about 'shill skeptic scientist on Big Oil's payroll who were directed to reposition global warming as theory' ever since the 1990s.
(2026-09-16). China's carbon market trades over 900 million metric tons in first eight months of 2026. ecns.cn The 2026 China Carbon Market Conference was held on Tuesday in Wuhan, Hubei Province, where the National Carbon Market Development Report (2026) was released.
(2026-09-16). Zhejiang mooncakes gain overseas popularity ahead of Mid-Autumn Festival. ecns.cn As the Mid-Autumn Festival draws near, mooncake production and sales are in full swing in Wenzhou and Taizhou, Zhejiang Province, where local manufacturers are boosting domestic supply while expanding into overseas markets.
(2026-09-15). China-Russia visa-free policy boosts cross-border travel. ecns.cn Manzhouli Port in north China's Inner Mongolia Autonomous Region has handled 753,000 trips by Russian travelers since China introduced a trial visa-free policy for holders of ordinary Russian passports, up 51.2% year on year, according to the Manzhouli Immigration Inspection Station.
(2026-09-16). Jilin Province upgrades tax refund services as inbound spending surges. ecns.cn Jilin Province in northeast China has upgraded tax refund services for overseas travelers as inbound spending gains momentum, with transaction volumes and refund amounts rising sharply this year.
(2026-09-16). Katz defeats Shulli in Delaware's Republican primary election for U.S. Senate. whyy.org What questions do you have about the 2026 elections? What major issues do you want candidates to address? Dr. Mike Katz is moving forward as the 2026 Republican nominee for Katz will face off…
(2026-09-16). Trump administration plans $2.8bn sale of 2,000-pound bombs to Israel. aljazeera.com Trump administration pushes $2.8bn bomb sale to Israel amid criticism over mass targeting of civilians in the region.
(2026-09-16). Pakistan target Asiad hockey final. tribune.com.pk 
After finishing at the 11th spot in the recently concluded FIH World Cup in the Netherlands and Belgium, Pakistan men's hockey team will be desperately looking to finish on the victory podium in the men's hockey event of the 20th Asian Games in Japan. | The Asiad is going to formally open on September 19 in Aichi-Nagoya, and organisers have already set up a cruise ship to house 4,000 athletes and officials due to accommodation issues. | Ranked 12th in the world, it would be a testing event for the Green-shirts to do something extraordinary and finish at the top. | However, Pakistan chief selector and former Ol…
(2026-09-16). Striking AFM 6 SF Opera Musicians Perform In Robin Williams Meadow In Golden Gate Park. indybay.org Striking AFM 6 opera musicians were forced on strike after concession demands by the management of the opera. They preformed at Robin Williams Meadow after the Opera In The Park was cancelled by management because of the strike they caused.
(2026-09-16). Saturday 9/19: Bookstore & Chocolate Crawl. indybay.org We will meet at Mission: Comics & Art or Bolerium Books on Mission Street in San Francisco. After this combined stop, we will walk a defined route together, ending at Fabulosa Books in The Castro.
(2026-09-16). Saturday 10/3: African Arts Festival. indybay.org Great Lawn, Yerba Buena Gardens | Mission St. between 3rd & 4th Sts. | San Francisco, CA…
(2026-09-16). UPS worker Paul Roberts killed on the job 13 days before retirement. wsws.org Roberts is the latest in a series of UPS workers to die on the job, as the company carries out a massive restructuring effort which has axed tens of thousands of jobs.
(2026-09-16). Moment Kash Patel's senate hearing takes bizarre turn. aljazeera.com Moment Kash Patel's senate hearing takes bizarre turn…
(2026-09-15). Airbus delivers first aircraft from new final assembly line in China. ecns.cn Airbus has delivered the first aircraft from its second final assembly line in Tianjin, north China's port city, on Wednesday, with the A320neo aircraft handed over to China Eastern Airlines for operation.
(2026-09-16). IHC bars harassment, arrest of PTI leaders ahead of September 27 long march. tribune.com.pk 
The Islamabad High Court (IHC) on Wednesday restrained authorities from harassing or arresting Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) Islamabad leaders Malik Amir Ali, Shoaib Shaheen and others ahead of the September 27 long march. | Justice Raja Inam Ameen Minhas heard the case filed by Ali, Shaheen and others against their alleged harassment. Advocate Shaheen and Advocate Riasat Azad appeared before the court on behalf of the petitioners. | Shaheen told the court that "arrests and raids have started again ahead of the long march". He said raids were being conducted at the homes of PTI workers and alleged that belong…
(2026-09-16). A hollow show of unity at the BRICS summit. wsws.org The BRICS declaration called for peace and cooperation and criticised the use of unilateral tariffs and economic sanctions but failed to name US imperialism as the chief author of escalating international economic and military conflict.
(2026-09-16). DRC-Rwanda: Can Geneva talks break the cycle of war in eastern Congo? aljazeera.com M23 controls large parts of eastern DRC as Kinshasa and Kigali remain divided over security and sovereignty.
(2026-09-15). China's fixed-asset investment in railways rises 1.5% to $76.3 billion in Jan-Aug. ecns.cn China's railway fixed-asset investment reached 511.8 billion yuan ($76.3 billion) in the first eight months of 2026, up 1.5% year on year, China State Railway Group Co., Ltd. said Wednesday.
(2026-09-16). India summons Pakistani diplomat after incident in Arabian Sea. aljazeera.com India accuses Pakistan of ignoring bilateral agreement after collison between the two countries' navies.
(2026-09-16). People you choose to defend or attack reveals your politics. indybay.org Gloria Steinem was a CIA funded operative who supported US imperialist war crimes against people of the world and now she is lauded by those like KPFA management who claim to be anti-war…
(2026-09-16). 'Europe pulled US away…': On TV, Putin top aide explains why Ukraine war never ended | Lavrov. hindustantimes.com Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov has blamed Europe for derailing the Anchorage agreements, claiming that had Washington and Moscow been allowed to move forward, the Russia-Ukraine war could have ended a year ago. Lavrov's remarks put fresh focus on Moscow's criticism of Europe's role in the stalled peace process.
(2026-09-16). Ted Lauzen defeats challengers in Delaware's Democratic primary for state treasurer. whyy.org What questions do you have about the 2026 elections? What major issues do you want candidates to address? Ted Lauzen is moving forward as the 2026 Democratic nominee for The candidate elected to the seat will replace incumbent Treasurer Colleen C. Davis, who served tw…
(2026-09-16). Saturday 9/19: 50 Years Since the Death of Mao Zedong and the Defeat of Socialism in China. indybay.org Revolution Books | 2444 Durant Avenue | Berkeley, CA…
(2026-09-16). Republican forces Congress to hold impeachment vote for Pete Hegseth. aljazeera.com United States Representative Thomas Massie is forcing fellow Republicans to vote whether to impeach Secretary of Defense…
(2026-09-16). Public Service Commission Bill enacted into law. sanews.gov.za Public Service Commission Bill enacted into law | President Cyril Ramaphosa has signed the Public Service Commission (PSC) Bill into law. | The new Public Service Commission Act repeals the old Public Service Commission Act of 1997. | President Ramaphosa said the new Act reinforces government's determination to build a capable and ethical state. | "The new Public Service Commission Act should be welcomed by public servants and citizens alike as a means to improve the lives of all South Africans and to enable growth through ethical and efficient conduct in our public service. | "While the Public Service Commission…
(2026-09-16). China begins construction of major offshore oil and gas project for Qatar. ecns.cn Construction of a major offshore oil and gas engineering project for Qatar's Bul Hanine oilfield began on Monday in Qingdao, east China's Shandong Province, according to Offshore Oil Engineering Co., Ltd (COOEC).
(2026-09-16). China's highest-altitude 750 kV substation transmits over 11.6 billion kWh of clean electricity in three years. ecns.cn China's highest-altitude 750-kV substation has transmitted more than 11.6 billion kilowatt-hours of clean electricity since entering operation, marking three years in service on Tuesday.
(2026-09-16). What a "Temporary Removal" of Negro Bar, Sacramento County means to CA Gold Rush Heritage. indybay.org Restoring the authentic 1854 Negro Bar townsite and recognizing the regions early leaders such as Sacramento County's first Board Chair, who operated the Negro Bar Hotel and Store and supported the largest Chinatown, Gaam Saan, outside of San Francisco…
(2026-09-16). Australia: 600 jobs slashed at Whyalla steelworks. wsws.org Labor government-appointed administrator KordaMentha announced Monday that efforts to repair and restart the plant's 60-year-old blast furnace would be permanently abandoned.
(2026-09-16). Sri Lankan star Rumesh Pathirage's javelin broken ahead of Asian Games. aljazeera.com Pathirage's javelins, which he used to throw world-best distance, were broken on his flight back from Budapest.
(2026-09-16). Tianjin to launch scenario innovation platform at 2026 private enterprise investment fair. ecns.cn The 2026 China Private Enterprise Investment and Financing Fair will be held in Tianjin from Sept. 22 to 23, the Information Office of the Tianjin Municipal People's Government announced at a press briefing on Monday.
(2026-09-16). Saturday 9/19: AI, Technology, Fascism & The Future Of Labor: A UFCLP Forum. indybay.org Register in advance for this meeting: | us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/a-sH0Se……
(2026-09-15). 'China Services' emerges as a new calling card of China's high-standard opening up: FM spokesperson. ecns.cn "China Services" is a new calling card of China's high-standard opening up, Chinese Foreign Ministry Spokesperson Guo Jiakun said on Tuesday.
(2026-09-16). Covert Pentagon Propagandists Are Tracking Anti-War Americans, Skirting The Law. scheerpost.com Wyatt Reed The Grayzone When a semi-anonymous social media user declared that the federal government had targeted her in a bizarre entrapment scheme, the paranoid claim snowballed into a more disturbing revelation: the Pentagon appears to be breaking the law by paying conservative influencers to track, surveil, and propagandize Americans. Who else is involved in the …
(2026-09-16). Deputy President condemns recent killings of women. sanews.gov.za Deputy President condemns recent killings of women | As Chairperson of the Justice, Crime Prevention and Security (JCPS) Cluster Cabinet Committee, Deputy President Paul Mashatile has strongly condemned the recent killings of women in and around Kempton Park in Gauteng. | "I join President Cyril Ramaphosa and all South Africans in extending deepest condolences to the families and loved ones of the women who have lost their lives under these horrific circumstances," the Deputy President said in a statement on Wednesday. | Mashatile has expressed solidarity with the women and residents of Kempton Park, surrounding…
(2026-09-16). Deutschland erlebt einen Boom der organisierten Kriminalità§t. strategic-culture.su Kriminelle Vereinigungen werden hierzulande immer brutaler. Das geht aus einem neuen Lagebericht des Bundeskriminalamts (BKA) hervor. Im Jahr 2025 stieg die Zahl der Ermittlungsverfahren gegen organisierte kriminelle Vereinigungen. Insgesamt wurden 683 Verfahren eingeleitet, so viele wie seit 2021 nicht mehr. | Kriminelle Gruppen greifen hierzulande immer hà§ufiger zu massiver Gewalt, um ihre Opfer einzuschàºchtern und ihre Macht zu festigen. Die Gewalt richtet sich dabei auch gegen rivalisierende Gruppen. Dies geht aus dem aktuellen BKA-Bericht zur organisierten Kriminalità§t hervor. Im vergangene…
(2026-09-16). US Bombs Somalia For 81st Time This Year. popularresistance.org US Africa Command announced on Friday that its forces launched another airstrike in Somalia as the Trump administration continues a record-breaking bombing campaign in the country, which receives virtually no coverage in US media. | AFRICOM said the strike was launched on September 8 and targeted al-Shabaab in the vicinity of Quumbi, a village about 50 miles northeast of the southern port city of Kismayo, | As usual, AFRICOM offered no other details about the strike, and there were no statements from US-backed forces about military operations in the area that day. "Specific details about units and assets will not…
(2026-09-15). China's urban-rail transit handles 2.94 billion passenger trips in August. ecns.cn Fifty-four cities operated 348 lines spanning 11,888.5 kilometers, with 3.84 million train departures and 1.75 billion gate entries. Average daily trips fell slightly month on month but rose 2.1 percent year on year.
(2026-09-16). Turkish government escalates crackdown on left-wing parties, LGBTQ+ associations and media outlets. wsws.org Over three days, police raided LGBTQ+ associations in 15 provinces, hundreds of social media accounts were blocked and 39 leftists were detained, including the SYKP co-chair.
(2026-09-16). Is US health care too broken to cure cancer? aljazeera.com Ted Okon tells Al Jazeera that even with a cure, the US wouldn't be able to treat everyone with cancer.
(2026-09-16). The Hug Act is Now on Gov. Gavin Desk. But will He Sign It? indybay.org New California bill makes it a right for parents to hug their incarcerated children in juvenile facilities. Currently, facilities have discretion on what type of contact parents and children can engage in.
(2026-09-16). SF Opera Orchestra on strike and walking a picket line. indybay.org SF Opera Orchestra are on strike and walking a picket line!
(2026-09-16). Massie Moves to Force Impeachment Vote Against Hegseth, Citing Civilian Deaths. scheerpost.com By Sharon Zhang This article was originally published by Truthout The Republican lawmaker cited incidents like the US's elementary school massacre in Minab, Iran, early in the war. Rep. Thomas Massie (R-Kentucky) has moved to force an impeachment vote against Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth, introducing eight articles on the House floor accusing Hegseth of …
(2026-09-16). 18th Hunan Tea Expo concludes with $100 million in online, offline transactions. ecns.cn The 18th Hunan Tea Expo concluded in Changsha, central China's Hunan Province, on Monday, generating 709 million yuan (about $100 million) in online and offline transactions during the four-day event, according to the organizing committee.
(2026-09-16). Henan porcelain expands its global reach. ecns.cn Liling porcelain from central China's Hunan Province, known for its distinctive underglaze polychrome technique, is now exported to more than 150 countries and regions and has been presented as a diplomatic gift on multiple occasions.
(2026-09-16). Tourism growth reflects confidence in South Africa. sanews.gov.za Tourism growth reflects confidence in South Africa | By Nomonde Mnukwa ⚪ September is a significant month in South Africa, marked by commemorations that celebrate our identity, heritage, service and national development. | Tourism Month offers an opportunity to celebrate South Africa's rich cultural heritage, breathtaking landscapes and diverse tourism experiences, while reflecting on the sector's contribution to economic growth, job creation and nation-building. ⚪ Tourism remains one of South Africa's key economic sectors, supporting businesses and livelihoods across the country. From accommodation establishm…
(2026-09-16). The Politics of Shared Scarcity. moderndiplomacy.eu Five weeks before the war against Iran began, the Pentagon published a strategy warning that the United States could find itself facing simultaneous major conflicts across several theaters. The 2026 National Defense Strategy, released on 23 January, gives the problem an unusually explicit name: simultaneity. One or more adversaries might coordinate their actions, but coordination …
(2026-09-16). Samson, Abhishek and Reddy seal India's series win. tribune.com.pk 
Sanju Samson unleashed a blistering fifty as India whipped Afghanistan by seven wickets on Tuesday to take an unassailable 2-0 lead in their three-match T20I series in Delhi. | Samson smashed 57 from just 22 balls, including seven fours and four sixes, while Abhishek Sharma struck 39 from 19 as India raced to 100 inside eight overs after Afghanistan had posted 159 for eight. | Ishan Kishan finished unbeaten on 38 from 23 balls and Tilak Varma made 15 not out as India reached chased the target in 14.5 overs. | Afghanistan's bowlers struggled to contain India's explosive start, with Rashid Khan taking three wick…
(2026-09-16). Lebanon: Humanitarian needs remain acute amid continued uncertainty. icrc.org April-September 2026…
(2026-09-16). Former Kosovo President Hashim Thaci faces verdict for alleged war crimes. aljazeera.com Prosecutors have requested a 45-year jail sentence for Thaci and three wartime commanders accused of war crimes.
(2026-09-16). Is this how NATO-Russia war starts? 'Reckless' Moscow fires flares at Denmark's helicopter | Putin. hindustantimes.com Tensions between Russia and NATO have flared in the Baltic Sea after Denmark accused a Russian frigate of firing signal flares at a Danish military helicopter during a routine sortie. Copenhagen condemned the incident as reckless intimidation, while Moscow blamed the Danish pilots and called their actions provocative, raising fresh concerns over a potential escalation in the Baltic.
(2026-09-16). Confronting AI Challenge requires Int'l Cooperation, including China's. juancole.com Chicago (Special to Informed Comment; Feature) — When I taught at a university in northern Iraq, teachers would gossip about how their students would cheat on computer-based assessments. A smart student with a high grade would take an assessment using the log-in information of a friend who was failing in order to boost the failing student's average. The student who was failing would take the assessment as the smart student, who could afford a low score or two and still pass the class. That way, both students would ultimately pass the course, and their friend group would advance to the next level together. Th…
(2026-09-16). Israel started an anti-Qatar campaign, then scrapped it. aljazeera.com Days after October 7, Israel began building a global campaign to pressure and isolate Qatar.
(2026-09-16). Ulta Beauty Urged To Remove Flock Safety Cameras From Stores. scheerpost.com Alexandra Martinez Prism A national gender justice organization is escalating a campaign against Ulta Beauty over the cosmetics retailer's use of automated license-plate reader (ALPR) cameras made by the surveillance company Flock Safety, arguing that it threatens customer privacy and could disproportionately harm women and gender-expansive people. UltraViolet, a women-led gender justice organization, launched its "Drop Flock" …
(2026-09-16). Music On The Picket Line of AFM 6 SF Opera Musicians At SF Opera House On Day 3 Of Strike. indybay.org San Francisco Opera Musicians who are members of AFM 6 on the third day of their strike picketed at the Opera house and performed music.
(2026-09-15). China-ASEAN cross-border RMB receipts and payments reach 9.44 trillion yuan in 2025. ecns.cn Cross-border RMB receipts and payments between China and ASEAN reached 9.436 trillion yuan ($1.41 trillion) in 2025, up 5.99% year on year, according to a report released Tuesday by the Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region Branch of the People's Bank of China.
(2026-09-16). Taiz camps overflow with Yemenis fleeing fighting after Houthi offensive. aljazeera.com The recent flare-up in the Yemen conflict has seen tens of thousands of people displaced in Taiz governorate.
(2026-09-16). Under Cover Of AI Doomsday, Big Tech Is Writing Its Own Rules. scheerpost.com Matt Stoller, The Lever. Silicon Valley says its machines could destroy humanity. The more immediate danger is letting the people building AI decide how they're governed. Editor's note: Since Matt Stoller first published this essay on his Substack on Friday amid the mounting AI crisis, Anthropic CEO Dario Amodei hascalled for slowing the development of powerful AI models, while OpenAI …
(2026-09-16). Undersea Cables as the Next Chokepoint. moderndiplomacy.eu The cables linking Svalbard to mainland Norway were not cut this spring. Even so, an encounter nearby raised an awkward question about how they would be defended if they were. Reuters reported, citing two Western officials, that British, Norwegian and American forces confronted Russian submersibles practising with equipment said to disable cables without leaving obvious …
(2026-09-16). U.S. journalist says Tibetans enjoy literacy gains, freedom of belief after Peaceful Liberation. ecns.cn Are Tibetans able to practice their own religion? Are they able to speak and use their own language? Are they able to preserve their own culture alongside Chinese culture? The answers from Jason Smith, an American journalist, —are all "Yes."
(2026-09-16). SC seeks AGP's assistance on FCC jurisdiction over Imran Khan's hospital transfer case. tribune.com.pk 
The Supreme Court (SC) on Wednesday sought the Attorney General for Pakistan's (AGP) assistance on whether the Federal Constitutional Court (FCC) could exercise jurisdiction over a matter concerning the SC's August 18 order directing the transfer of Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) founder Imran Khan from Adiala Jail to Shifa International Hospital for treatment. | The three-member SC bench summoned AGP Mansoor Usman Awan to assist it on the jurisdictional question. He told the court that "one jurisdiction cannot be exercised by two superior courts", while Justice Shahid Waheed said the bench would examine wheth…
(2026-09-16). craqdi due to the changes in the native and autonomous left. indybay.org Given all that has happened, and as a countermeasure to NATO's negotiating policies with the industrial manufacturers that intimidate | We emphatically say no to these acts of political impurity…
(2026-09-16). Tornado damages school in Hainan, no casualties reported. ecns.cn A suspected EF0 tornado struck Wanning, Hainan Province, at around 10: 25 a.m. Monday, damaging facilities at the Wanning Experimental School of Beijing Normal University but causing no casualties, local authorities said.
(2026-09-16). The pseudo-left and the UAW elections: How Labor Notes, Jacobin and UAWD cover for Fain. wsws.org The DSA, Labor Notes and UAWD installed Shawn Fain in 2023 promising an era of "class struggle unionism." Three years later, they are writing his excuses.
(2026-09-16). UW Madison, September 16, 2026: Fired for Pro-Palestine Speech; Tom Alter. wibailoutpeople.org 
(2026-09-16). First steel box girder installed on China's largest-span cross-sea bridge. ecns.cn The first steel box girder was installed on the Shuangyumen Bridge in Ningbo, east China's Zhejiang Province, on Tuesday.
(2026-09-16). Tuesday 9/15: Demand SF City Hall Address the AI Threat to Public Safety. indybay.org San Francisco City Hall (Polk b/w McAllister and Grove)…
(2026-09-16). Human rights lawyer Noura Erakat arrested at hearing against Israel Bonds. aljazeera.com Palestinian human rights lawyer Noura Erakat was arrested in Florida after speaking against an Israel Bonds investment.
(2026-09-16). Common Mistakes to Avoid When Choosing a Business Address Solution. moguldom.com Picking the wrong business address solution can cost you more than money — it can damage your credibility with clients, create compliance headaches, and leave you locked into a service that doesn't fit how you actually work. And yet, many Australian business owners make their choice in a hurry, prioritising speed or a low price …
(2026-09-16). PM sets three-month deadline for PIMS safety overhaul after inquiry finds 'systemic failures'. tribune.com.pk 
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Wednesday ordered authorities to complete proposed measures to improve the Pakistan Institute of Medical Sciences (PIMS), including its fire safety system, within three months after an audit found the hospital had achieved only 39.7 per cent compliance against the acceptable target, the Prime Minister's Office said. | "Implementation of the short-term measures proposed in the inquiry report should be ensured within the next three months," PM Shehbaz said. | The prime minister issued the directives during a meeting in Islamabad to review the PIMS inquiry report released a day ea…
(2026-09-16). How to Invest in Business Safety Wisely. moguldom.com Safety in business settings is crucial. Whether you run a small startup or a large company, investing in safety measures can improve your bottom line and your employees' well-being. High-profile incidents and increased awareness of workplace security show why comprehensive safety strategies are essential. The challenge is figuring out where to focus your resources for …
(2026-09-16). A new Washington colossus. strategic-culture.su The excitement In Washington is palpable with the announcement that President Donald Trump has a new project to help beautify the city on top of the huge banners bearing his image festooning the fronts of government buildings, his billion dollar White House fortified ballroom, the paving of the rose garden, the enlarging of the helicopter landing pad, the soon to be demolished and renamed "Trump"-Kennedy Center, the renaming of the "Trump" Institute of Peace, and the soon to be started Trump-fal Arch being constructed between the Lincoln Memorial and Arlington National Cemetery.
(2026-09-16). Xi urges Chinese police to remain committed to serving people with responsibility, dedication. ecns.cn Chinese President Xi Jinping has called on the country's police officers to remain committed to serving the people, be loyal guardians of the Party and the people, and demonstrate a strong sense of responsibility and dedication.
(2026-09-16). Iran's Sepehran Airlines plane scare: Kermanshah-bound Boeing 737 makes emergency landing in Mashhad. hindustantimes.com Amid the ongoing war in Iran, tense moments unfolded aboard an Iranian Sepehran Airlines flight after the Boeing 737 reportedly experienced a tire burst shortly after takeoff. The aircraft, which was heading toward Kermanshah, was forced to turn back to Mashhad after the crew declared an emergency. Video footage reportedly captured anxious passengers inside the plane as the aircraft returned for an emergency landing. Reports also mentioned possible engine damage following the incident. The Boeing 737 landed safely in Mashhad, and no casualties were reported. The incident comes amid heightened regional tensions an…
(2026-09-16). Data Center Builder Donates Big to Pass Proposition 45. indybay.org Measure Would Gut Community Protections on Siting Energy and Water Intensive Projects…
(2026-09-15). Jilin streamlines tax refund services to boost inbound consumption. ecns.cn Jilin Province has streamlined departure tax refund services, with transactions surging 277 percent year on year and refund volume up 170 percent, the provincial commerce department said.
(2026-09-16). Real Madrid stars appear to hide Ceuta solidarity message. aljazeera.com Three Real Madrid players covered a 'We are all Caballas' message on shirts worn in solidarity with Spain's Ceuta.
(2026-09-16). Sunday 10/4: Resisting Authoritarianism: A Workshop About PROJECT ESTHER. indybay.org UUSF 1187 Franklin St. | San Francisco | TSK Room…
(2026-09-16). As US stockpiles dwindle, Trump rushes weapons to Israel, Saudi. responsiblestatecraft.org As government watchdogs
(2026-09-16). Wednesday 9/16: Phonebank to Stop the Deadly Merger. indybay.org Zoom | uscpract.org/block…
(2026-09-16). Friday 9/18: Overpass Visibility Dance Party I-80 Berkeley. indybay.org University Avenue pedestrian overpass (I-80 Berkeley)…
(2026-09-16). Al Gore's Global Warming Movement Has Officially FAILED! 'Global Fossil Fuel Use Keeps Increasing' — 'Fossil fuels supplied 81% of world energy in 2024 — A 163% increase since 1971. wattsupwiththat.com The world still runs on fossil fuels.
(2026-09-16). Why Ro Khanna and AOC Should Run for President in 2028. indybay.org Antidote to demagogues and corporate militarists…
(2026-09-16). Sudan gold mine collapse kills at least 60: survivors. geo.tv Gold mine workers climb out from a local mine in Al-Ibedia locality at River Nile State. — Reuters/FileA gold mine collapsed in southern Sudan, killing at least 60 people, two survivors told AFP on Wednesday, while many more are missing and feared dead under the rubble.Since…
(2026-09-15). Guangdong rolls out action plan to upgrade its Lingnan-style fashion industry. ecns.cn The 2026 Guangdong Fashion Week-Autumn Session opened in Panyu, Guangzhou and the Action Plan for High-Quality Development of Guangdong's Garment Industry (2026-2028) was released both on Tuesday.
(2026-09-16). We're Already Living Through Journalism's Dystopian Future. scheerpost.com AI is devouring our industry and undermining access to factual information. We all have a duty to fight back. By Maya Schenwar, Negin Owliaei, Ziggy West Jeffery This article was originally published by Truthout AI is devouring our industry and undermining access to factual information. We all have a duty to fight back. If you …
(2026-09-16). Pakistan extends airspace ban for Indian aircraft until October 23. tribune.com.pk 
Pakistan extended the closure of its airspace to Indian aircraft for another month, with the restriction remaining in place until October 23, the Pakistan Airports Authority (PAA) said on Wednesday. | "Pakistan's airspace will remain closed to Indian aircraft until October 23," the PAA said in a new Notice to Airmen (NOTAM). | The restriction applies to all civil and military aircraft of Indian-registered airlines, the notice says. The authority added that under the extended restriction, no Indian-registered aircraft can use Pakistan's airspace, even if the aircraft has been taken on lease. | PAA issued the ne…
(2026-09-16). Seoul court orders North Korea to pay $32.5m for blowing up office. aljazeera.com Pyongyang blew up the Inter-Korean Liaison Office building in June 2020 after days of rising tensions.
(2026-09-16). 2026 Global Sustainable Transport Forum to be held in Beijing. ecns.cn China's Ministry of Transport will host the 2026 Global Sustainable Transport Forum (2026) in Beijing from Sept. 22 to 23. The event aims to build international consensus and advance global cooperation in the sector.
(2026-09-16). WHYY Newscast for Wednesday 6:00 a.m. whyy.org The latest local headlines from WHYY…
(2026-09-16). Saudi Arabia cancels oil to Europe over East-West pipeline blast. aljazeera.com Saudi Arabia has cancelled some oil deliveries to Europe after attacks shut down its export pipeline to the Red Sea.
(2026-09-16). Trump administration announces it has placed weapons in orbit, in major step in the militarization of space. wsws.org Air Force Secretary Troy Meink's acknowledgment that the United States "now has on-orbit space control weapons" comes as the Trump administration has abandoned or bypassed one arms-control treaty after another, and 10 days before Chinese President Xi Jinping arrives at the White House.
(2026-09-16). Incumbent Kathy Jennings wins Delaware Democratic primary for attorney general. She'll face the GOP's David Graham in November. whyy.org What questions do you have about the 2026 elections? What major issues do you want candidates to address? Two-term incumbent Kathy Jennings defeated The Associated Press declared Jennings the primary winner, calling the race at 8: 16 p.m. She currently has about 77% of the vote, with abo…
(2026-09-15). Hainan in south China allocates $2.7 million in disaster relief funds amid heavy rains. ecns.cn Heavy to torrential rains have recently hit the southeastern part of Hainan in South China under the combined influence of a tropical depression over the South China Sea and cold air, with some townships experiencing exceptionally heavy rainfall.
(2026-09-16). Shahzaib shines as rain, draws stall President's Trophy. tribune.com.pk 
Khan Research Laboratories' Shahzaib Khan provided the standout finish to an opening round dominated by big scores, determined batting and weather interruptions, as all four President's Trophy Grade-I matches ended in a draw on Tuesday. | Shahzaib struck an unbeaten 103 off 102 balls, his fourth first-class century, to help KRL declare their second innings at 215 for two and set Ghani a daunting 456-run target at Imran Khan Cricket Stadium, Peshawar. | The aggressive knock, which included ten fours and a six, came after KRL had already posted 547 for nine in their first innings, with Imran Rafiq and Fakhar Zam…
(2026-09-16). In Sweden, many breathe sigh of relief as far right suffers election losses. aljazeera.com The election is tight, but one result is clear: the Sweden Democrats' bid to turn hate into votes failed.
(2026-09-16). Monday 9/21: drop the charges! abolish brooke jenkins! no flock no axon no rape apologists! indybay.org 16th St & Valencia St…
(2026-09-16). The trail of Osama Bin Laden and Saudis leading to 911. indybay.org The World Trade Center under attack during 911.
(2026-09-16). Lionel Messi set for Argentina farewell in October 6 friendly against Benin. aljazeera.com Messi will make his 208th and final appearance in the 'farewell he truly deserves', says Argentina football's chief.
(2026-09-16). Former Kosovo President Hashim Thaci sentenced to 25 years for war crimes. aljazeera.com Thaci, 58, was sentenced to 25 years in prison for ‚Äåcrimes including murder, torture and illegal detention.
(2026-09-16). More than 20 US senators introduce privileged resolution seeking report on West Bank violence. tribune.com.pk 
More than 20 United States senators led by Jeanne Shaheen, Chris Van Hollen, Tim Kaine and Bernie Sanders introduced a privileged resolution Monday seeking a State Department report on violence in the occupied West Bank, including the deaths of American citizens. | The resolution, introduced under Section 502B(c) of the Foreign Assistance Act, would require the State Department to provide Congress with information about investigations into the killings of US citizens in the West Bank by illegal Israeli occupiers or Israeli security forces. | It would also seek an assessment of the human rights situation in the…
(2026-09-16). Counterterrorism: The BRICS+ priority after New Delhi 2026. strategic-culture.su BRICS+ counterterrorism isn't a NATO rival — it's the bloc's political glue. | Join us on , , and . | Contact us: | A Non-postponable go…
(2026-09-16). Could Trump's $5,000 checks complicate Warsh's Fed strategy? moderndiplomacy.eu President Donald Trump's proposal to give Americans $5,000 payments is raising questions about how the plan could affect U.S. monetary policy, particularly as Federal Reserve Chair Kevin Warsh pushes for greater attention to the relationship between money supply and inflation. Trump has proposed the payments as a dividend funded by tariff revenues, arguing that the …
(2026-09-15). Technology and culture go hand in hand, people-centered cities have warmth: Cypriot Ambassador praises E China's Jiangsu. ecns.cn Recently, the "Explore People-Centered Cities: China's Governance, Global Engagement (Shanghai and Jiangsu)" event, organized by China's Ministry of Foreign Affairs, invited foreign diplomatic envoys to visiting multiple sites such as the Humble Administrator's Garden and Suzhou Industrial Park in Suzhou City, East China's Jiangsu Province, to gain an in-depth understanding of local traditional intangible cultural heritage and the practical achievements of China's people-centered urban governance philosophy.
(2026-09-16). The Parti Québécois' "Blue Book" on Independence—chauvinism, austerity, rearmament, and military-strategic alignment with Washington. wsws.org The PQ's Blue Book advocates for Quebec's secession on the basis of national exclusivism, anti-immigrant chauvinism, massive social cuts, and an even more pronounced strategic alignment with US imperialism under the leadership of the would-be dictator Donald Trump.
(2026-09-16). ICRC president: Urgent steps needed to de-escalate hostilities in Middle East. icrc.org The following is a statement from ICRC President Mirjana Spoljaric on the widening of hostilities in the Middle East:…
(2026-09-16). As Trial Begins In Vermont, Palestinian Shooting Victims Remain Brave. popularresistance.org On September 14, 2026, the attempted murder trial of Jason Eaton opened in Burlington, Vermont. Eaton is accused of shooting three young Palestinian men in that city on November 25, 2023 and has pled not guilty by reason of insanity. The mental fitness of the three victims, however, is unquestionable after hearing their testimony on Monday. And so is their moral fortitude. | Hisham Awartani, Kinnan Abdalhamid, and Tahseen Aliahmad grew up together in Ramallah, Palestine, where they were classmates in a Quaker School. In 2023 they were all students at various colleges in the northeastern United States, with either…
(2026-09-15). Hong Kong unveils 1st five-year plan for economic, social development. ecns.cn The Hong Kong Special Administrative Region (HKSAR) unveils its first five-year plan for economic and social development (2026-2030) on Sept. 16, 2026.
(2026-09-16). Fired Immigration Judge Files Whistleblower Lawsuit. scheerpost.com Kevin Gosztola, The Dissenter. Challenged ICE Arrest Of Unaccompanied Child. A former United States immigration judge says she objected to ICE agents who "unlawfully detained an unaccompanied minor who had just been in her courtroom," and then she was fired. A former United States immigration judge says she objected to ICE agents who "unlawfully detained an …
(2026-09-16). 4th Weifang food expo draws record 516 exhibitors from 16 countries and regions. ecns.cn The 4th Weifang International Food and Agricultural Products Expo opened at the Lutai Convention and Exhibition Center in east China's Shandong Province on Tuesday.
(2026-09-16). 9/11 Violated Thomas Friedman's 'Cocoon'—And Made Him A Cheerleader For The 'War on Terror'. scheerpost.com Belén Fernández FAIR To mark the 25th anniversary of September 11, 2001, FAIR shares an excerpt from Belén Fernández's 2011 book The Imperial Messenger (Verso), a critical look at Thomas Friedman, who as foreign affairs columnist for the New York Times was one of the most influential media voices interpreting 9/11 and justifying its employment as a rationale for …
(2026-09-16). Police detain three women over alleged abduction of newborn from PIMS. tribune.com.pk 
Islamabad Capital Territory (ICT) Police recovered a newborn safely and detained three women after responding to a reported abduction of the baby from Pakistan Institute of Medical Sciences (PIMS) late on Tuesday night. | An official told APP on Wednesday that the Karachi Company Police Station team took immediate action after receiving information that a newborn had allegedly been taken from PIMS Hospital. The police recovered the child safely and took three women into custody for questioning. | According to the initial investigation, the women allegedly approached the baby's mother and gained access to the n…
(2026-09-16). Elected Officials Face Reckoning Over Their Collusion With Big AI. scheerpost.com Stephanie Jordan and Mary Armas, In These Times. Across the country, Americans from all stripes are calling on politicians to dump Big Tech. A majority of Americans want to put a stop to the profit-driven artificial intelligence (AI) agenda being pushed onto all of us by a handful of powerful tech corporations. Across the country, people …
(2026-09-16). Pakistan condemns Houthi attacks on Saudi Arabia at UN, calls for urgent de-escalation. tribune.com.pk 
Pakistan's Permanent Representative to the United Nations, Ambassador Asim Iftikhar Ahmad, condemned Houthi attacks on Saudi Arabia, calling for an urgent de-escalation and a UN-led political process to resolve the conflict. | "Pakistan condemns, in the strongest terms, all Houthi attacks against the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia," Ambassador Asim said, reaffirming Pakistan's "unwavering support for the sovereignty, territorial integrity, security, and prosperity of Saudi Arabia". | Speaking at the meeting at a UN Security Council emergency meeting on Yemen late Tuesday night, Ahmad said Pakistan fully supported Sau…
(2026-09-16). President Zardari approves Tamgha-e-Shujaat for PIMS nurse Razia Noreen. tribune.com.pk 
President Asif Ali Zardari on Wednesday approved the conferment of the Tamgha-e-Shujaat upon Pakistan Institute of Medical Sciences (PIMS) staff nurse Razia Noreen, who demonstrated exceptional courage by risking her life to rescue the sole surviving child during a fire incident at the hospital. | On August 26, 14 newborns were killed after a fire broke out on the third floor of the Mother and Child Hospital at PIMS in Islamabad, triggering widespread outrage and demands from people and political parties for action against those responsible. The prime minister had approved the conferment of the Sitara-e-Khidma…
(2026-09-16). China informs foreign embassies of DNA collection procedures: FM on rescue efforts following mudslide in Xizang region. ecns.cn Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson Guo Jiakun said on Monday that China has informed relevant countries' embassies in China of the procedures for DNA information collection from relatives of the missing foreign nationals.
(2026-09-15). Greater BRICS adds fresh momentum to the Global South. ecns.cn Recently, the 18th BRICS Summit was held in New Delhi. As protectionism rises, geopolitical conflicts drag on, and the global development deficit widens, the "greater BRICS" is turning its growing representativeness into real capacity for action. Driven by cooperation under the three pillars of political and security, economic and financial, cultural and people-to-people cooperation, the "greater BRICS" is bringing new hope for development across the Global South.
(2026-09-16). Farmers Are Going Broke Amid Rising Gas Prices. scheerpost.com Georgina Gustin, Portside. While the Ag Secretary Profits off Them. A new report finds that Trump is making millions off of his oil and gas stocks. His administration officials likely are, too. As farmers grapple with soaring diesel and fertilizer prices and the Department of Agriculture yanks support for cheaper, renewable forms of energy, the agency's …
(2026-09-15). 13th Beijing Xiangshan Forum opens. ecns.cn Chinese Defense Minister Dong Jun delivers a speech at the opening ceremony of the 13th Beijing Xiangshan Forum on Sept. 16, 2026.
(2026-09-16). PM condemns 'dastardly and heinous' attempted drone attack on Makkah, reaffirms support for Saudi Arabia. tribune.com.pk 
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Wednesday condemned a 'dastardly and heinous' attempted Houthi drone attack on Makkah, saying Pakistan stood firmly with Saudi Arabia in protecting its sovereignty and the sanctity of the Haramain Sharifain. | "I condemn in the strongest possible terms the dastardly and heinous attempted drone attack against the Holy Site of Makkah Al-Mukarramah. Pakistan stands unwaveringly, shoulder to shoulder with the brotherly Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, in the defence of its sovereignty and territorial integrity, as well as for the security and sanctity of the Haramain Sharifain – a duty tha…
(2026-09-16). Ningbo cross-sea rail line draws huge crowds on free trial day. ecns.cn Ningbo Rail Transit Line 12, a cross-sea suburban railway in Ningbo, east China's Zhejiang Province, launched a six-day free trial run on Monday, drawing large crowds and prompting the operator to issue crowd control advisories.
(2026-09-16). China donates Chang'e-6 lunar samples from Moon's far side to UN. ecns.cn China formally donated lunar samples collected by the Chang'e-6mission from the Moon's far side to the United Nations on Monday. The samples are set to go on permanent display at the United Nations Office at Vienna.
(2026-09-15). Digital tools enable 80% of Shenzhen grid inspection tasks to be conducted remotely. ecns.cn About 80 percent of field inspection tasks in Shenzhen can now be conducted remotely, China Southern Power Grid said Tuesday at the 2026 International Digital Energy Expo.
(2026-09-16). The S-400 is not just a defense system; it is a strategy. unitedworldint.com The future of the S-400 air defense systems Türkiye purchased from Russia in 2019 has once again come onto the agenda. Security sources from Türkiye say that the possibility of selling the systems to Qatar and the United Arab Emirates is being discussed, and that the issue was raised during the latest meeting between President …
(2026-09-16). Inaugural Mudanjiang-Moscow freight train service launched. ecns.cn A container freight train loaded with footwear, home appliances, and daily necessities departed from Mudanjiang in Heilongjiang province on Tuesday bound for Moscow, marking the official launch of the Mudanjiang-Moscow freight rail service.
(2026-09-16). The 6th Gangchen Tulku Rinpoche enthroned at Gangchen Monastery in Xizang Autonomous Region. ecns.cn The 6th Gangchen Tulku Rinpoche, Jamyang Choephel Jampa Gyaltsen, was formally enthroned at Gangchen Monastery in Sakya County, Xizang Autonomous Region, on Tuesday.
(2026-09-16). Sunday 9/27: "The Bay VS The Billionaires" Panel Discussion and Fundraiser. indybay.org SF Mime Troupe Studio | 855 Treat Ave. SF, CA 94110…
(2026-09-16). A Delayed Yes Can Be More Honest. moguldom.com Most people think honesty lives in the words themselves. Say yes if you mean yes. Say no if you mean no. Simple. But in real life, honesty often shows up one step earlier, in the pause before the answer. A fast yes can sound warm, generous, and easy. It can also be wildly inaccurate. We …
(2026-09-16). Protest marches against the far-right AfD in Berlin: "Capitalism is the biggest problem" wsws.org The parties now promising to stop the AfD are the ones that cleared its path to power. Only an independent movement of the working class against war and capitalism can halt it.
(2026-09-16). Courtney Teasley: Breaking The Cycle Of Incarceration. scheerpost.com Mansa Musa TRNN After running a historic campaign to unseat a criminal court judge for the first time in Nashville, Courtney Teasley created the legal education company emeffen to inform working-class communities about their civil rights. From combating police abuse to supporting vulnerable populations targeted by the criminal justice system, Teasley is a business and …
(2026-09-16). Israeli soldiers rappel from helicopter in occupied West Bank. aljazeera.com Israeli forces rappelled from a helicopter onto the roof of a residential building in Yatta, in the occupied West Bank.
(2026-09-16). 25 Years After 9/11, the Deportation Machine Has Exploded. portside.org 25 Years After 9/11, the Deportation Machine Has Exploded |
(2026-09-16). Three Gorges Reservoir water level reaches 160 meters. ecns.cn Water storage at the Three Gorges Reservoir continued, with the water level rising to 160 meters on Tuesday.
(2026-09-16). Sunday 9/27: Film Showing ⚪ Salt of the Earth. indybay.org New Valencia Hall, 747 Polk St., San Francisco…
(2026-09-16). Trump's torture boxes for immigrant detainees: Guantánamo Bay comes to America. wsws.org From the torture cages in Florida to the killings in Minneapolis, the state is turning methods used against "enemies abroad" on those it treats as "the enemy within."
(2026-09-16). Sexual violence: An invisible global crisis. icrc.org An ICRC special appeal…
(2026-09-16). News helicopter crash in Los Angeles kills three, injures one. aljazeera.com NBC Los Angeles helicopter crashes while covering deadly metro bus collision from the air.
(2026-09-16). Saturday 9/26: Fly 100 Kites for Palestine! indybay.org Chrissy Field, San Francisco…
(2026-09-16). Cluster munitions: "The suffering must not continue for another generation" icrc.org Opening Statement by ICRC Vice President Jàºrg Lauber at the Third Review Conference of the Convention on Cluster Munitions, Vientiane, Lao People's Democratic Republic, 14 September, 2026…
(2026-09-16). Social Development offers counselling, psycho-social support to Moselakgomo family. sanews.gov.za Social Development offers counselling, psycho-social support to Moselakgomo family | Department of Social Development (DSD) Minister Dina Pule has visited the family of 38-year-old runner, Elizabeth "Tsontso" Moselakgomo, who was murdered in Ekurhuleni last weekend. ⚪ Moselakgomo is one of eight women whose bodies have been discovered in Ekurhuleni between July and September this year. ⚪ She had gone on a run and was reported missing by her eight-year-old daughter. ⚪ "The death of any woman under such tragic circumstances is deeply distressing. Our hearts go out especially to Elizabeth's young daughter, who ha…
(2026-09-16). 5 Types of Insurance Every Contractor Needs (And Which Ones You Can Skip). moguldom.com Most contractors spend years building skills on the job, then lose everything in a single lawsuit because they didn't carry the right coverage. The gap between "I'll get to it" and "I should have gotten to it" can cost you your license, your business, and your savings. Here's what you actually need, plus an honest …
(2026-09-15). Over $19.4 billion secured for rural construction across China in Jan-Aug. ecns.cn More than 130 billion yuan ($19.4 billion) in funding had been secured for rural construction projects across China by the end of August, CCTV News reported Tuesday.
(2026-09-15). Astana light rail carries about 70,000 passengers a day four months after launch. ecns.cn Astana's light rail system, Central Asia's first urban light rail, is carrying an average of about 70,000 passengers a day four months after entering operation, Kazinform reported Wednesday, citing Kazakhstan's Interior Ministry.
(2026-09-16). In Danger Of Statelessness, Bhutanese Refugees Build Power Against Deportation. scheerpost.com T.P. Mishra Waging Nonviolence As ICE pursues resettled refugees who have no country to return to, Bhutanese communities are turning the threat of deportation into collective action. When Robin Gurung was 3 years old, his family was forced out of Bhutan. Today, as a 37-year-old organizer and co-founder of Asian Refugees United, or ARU, the reality of …
(2026-09-16). PSX slips over 600 points as oil retreats, sector sell-off weighs on sentiment. tribune.com.pk 
Sentiment reversed at the Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX) on Wednesday as the KSE-100 Index opened in negative territory and remained in the red, with selling pressure spreading across major sectors amid weaker oil prices and lingering Middle East supply disruptions. | The benchmark fell to 168,998.17, down 394.15 points, or 0.23%, at 9: 33am, before extending losses to 168,681.73, down 710.59 points, or 0.42%. It later recovered slightly to 168,784.81, down 607.51 points, or 0.36%, at 12: 38pm. | The index moved between an intraday high of 169,382.01 and a low of 168,334.74, while trading volume stood at 61.66 mi…
(2026-09-16). Modi-led India govt under fire over 'vegetarian-only menu' at Brics summit. geo.tv Heads of delegations pose for a family photo on day two of the Brics Summit in New Delhi, India, September 13, 2026. — ReutersNarendra Modi-led Indian government has come under strong criticism over its decision to serve an entirely vegetarian menu to heads of state and other…
(2026-09-15). U.S. scholar calls on dialogue for governance of differences in emerging technologies. ecns.cn At the 13th Beijing Xiangshan Forum, David Santoro, president and CEO of the Pacific Forum, called on the United States and China to engage in dialogue and establish mechanisms to better jointly govern emerging technologies. (Zhang Dongfang, Diao Wei, Huang Fang, Xu Junjie)…
(2026-09-16). Saudi-led coalition intercepts Houthi drone headed for Mecca. aljazeera.com Saudi Arabia says it intercepted a drone before it entered Islam's holiest city, calling pilgrims' security a 'red line'…
(2026-09-16). Exceptional Hatred: Free Speech, Fear, and the Fight Over Jewish Identity in America. scheerpost.com For decades, the American political establishment has treated antisemitism as a moral absolute—something that must be confronted wherever it appears. It should be. But what happens when the language meant to combat hatred is itself turned into a political weapon? In this edition of Scheer Intelligence, Robert Scheer speaks with James Loeffler, a Johns Hopkins …
(2026-09-16). New Jersey election 2026: What to know about the 1st Congressional District race between Donald Norcross and Damon Galdo. whyy.org In the Here's What's at stake in the race?: | All 435 seats in the U.S. House are up for election. The magic number to win a majority is 218. Republicans currently control the c…
(2026-09-16). China In Photos: China opens Pinglu Canal, a trade shortcut to Southeast Asia. ecns.cn China opened a major new canal on Wednesday, giving its landlocked southwest a shortcut to the coast and overseas markets, particularly those in the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN), the country's largest trading partner.
(2026-09-16). Shanghai dragon boat invitational draws teams from 14 countries and regions. ecns.cn The 15th Shanghai World Chinese Dragon Boat Invitational was held from Sept. 10 to 14 in Qingpu District, Shanghai, drawing 20 teams and more than 400 athletes from 14 countries and regions.
(2026-09-16). Democracy Now! 2026-09-16 Wednesday. democracynow.org Democracy Now! Wednesday, September 16, 2026 | Democracy Now! Wednesday, September 16, 2026…
(2026-09-16). Houthis harden Red Sea foothold, Riyadh promises retaliation, Egypt backs call. geo.tv Egyptian President Abdel Fattah el-Sisi receives Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman upon his arrival in Cairo on September 15, 2026.— Reuters
(2026-09-16). The load-bearing wall: Vale Dr Harley Dale. independentaustralia.net 
A tribute to the late Dr Harley Dale, described by friend Professor Vince Hooper as the load-bearing wall of Australian housing economics.
(2026-09-16). Anthropic CEO didn't foresee the speed of global AI growth. aljazeera.com Anthropic's CEO says he 'didn't appreciate' the speed with which AI's growth would underpin the global economy.
(2026-09-16). South Africa: ICRC president visits Pretoria as part of global effort to build political commitment to international humanitarian law. icrc.org
(2026-09-16). Sri Lanka: Sustained and collective efforts are critical to address the issue of missing persons. icrc.org
(2026-09-16). U.S. journalist debunks 'China squeeze' narrative: China's 1.4 billion consumers present wonderful opportunity for global companies. ecns.cn
(2026-09-16). Attacks on Saudi oil expose Iraqi PM's struggle to control armed factions. aljazeera.com
(2026-09-16). ICRC team meets authorities at Israeli military detention facility as part of efforts to reinstate access. icrc.org
(2026-09-16). Joseph Arminio wins GOP primary, will face Rep. Sarah McBride for Delaware's lone U.S. House seat in November. whyy.org
(2026-09-16). ICRC director-general concludes visits to Oman and Qatar, strengthening humanitarian dialogue and partnerships. icrc.org
(2026-09-16). Amazon says unable to reactivate UAE, Bahrain data centres. geo.tv
(2026-09-16). Coons defeats challengers in Delaware's Democratic primary for U.S. Senate. whyy.org
(2026-09-16). Colombia: The ICRC assesses the needs of communities affected by armed conflict following the earthquake. icrc.org
(2026-09-16). Nepal: Operational update on humanitarian response after devastating floods. icrc.org
(2026-09-16). International Day of the Disappeared: Supporting Families of Missing Persons. icrc.org
(2026-09-16). Lebanon: Guide to Law 105 on the Missing and Forcibly Disappeared Persons. icrc.org
(2026-09-16). War, What Is It Good For? Absolutely Everything (As Far as Washington Is Concerned). juancole.com
(2026-09-16). Philippines: Families honour Marawi missing for International Day of the Disappeared. icrc.org
(2026-09-16). Houthi drone intercepted near Makkah as Saudi-led coalition warns holy sites are 'red line'. geo.tv
(2026-09-15). Stronger ties between people's representatives needed as Kazakh envoy visited Shanghai Municipal People's Congress, experiencing people-centered urban governance. ecns.cn
(2026-09-16). The human cost of not knowing: Families search for missing loved ones with the support of the ICRC. icrc.org
(2026-09-16). The Supreme Court and Brazil's transformation into an ESG republic. strategic-culture.su
(2026-09-16). Democratic Republic of the Congo: Shwandezi, the baby without a name. icrc.org
(2026-09-16). NBC helicopter crashes in LA, killing at least three. aljazeera.com
(2026-09-16). South Sudan: A Lifeline Under Pressure. icrc.org
(2026-09-16). Ethiopia: January to June 2026 Facts & Figures. icrc.org
(2026-09-16). South Sudan: Facts and Figures, January – June 2026. icrc.org
(2026-09-16). Philippines: How clean water reached a remote village in Misamis Oriental. icrc.org
(2026-09-16). 2025 Special Report on Weapon contamination and victim assistance. icrc.org
(2026-09-16). "Wherever you are, I want you to know" Letters from families who are still searching for their loved ones in Latin America. icrc.org
(2026-09-16). Will Reform's new wealth install it in government or drive voters away in droves? strategic-culture.su
(2026-09-16). Saudi Arabia issues 'red line' warning to Houthis after drone intercepted near Mecca. ptcnews.tv
(2026-09-16). Our work in Israel and the Occupied Territories: January to June 2026. icrc.org
(2026-09-16). Iran's Threat to cut undersea cables in Hormuz a serious Threat to Gulf States. juancole.com
(2026-09-16). France Offered Europe a Nuclear Umbrella. Nobody Has Checked What's Actually Under It. moderndiplomacy.eu When Emmanuel Macron stepped up at the àéle Longue submarine base on 2 March 2026, he was not simply updating French defense doctrine. He was ending a thirty-four-year trajectory of unilateral nuclear drawdown, and, more consequentially, putting a name and a working structure on something France had kept deliberately vague since Charles de Gaulle built …
(2026-09-16). Leading national contingent at Asian Games is a matter of pride, honour: Fatima Lakhani. tribune.com.pk 
Fatima Lakhani, who will become the first woman in Pakistan's history to lead the country's national contingent at the 20th Asian Games, termed the responsibility an honour and a matter of pride while expressing hope that Pakistan would achieve better results at the games. | Speaking exclusively to Express News before departing for the 20th Asian Games, which are going to begin in Japan on Saturday, Pakistan's chef de mission said the country had bright prospects of winning medals in several sports during the competition, which will continue until October 4. | She said these sports include athletics, kabaddi,…
(2026-09-16). L'arte di non vincere: Iran, Ucraina e la geometria della prima metà del 2026. strategic-culture.su Le potenze emergenti del 2026 hanno imparato a non perdere; nessuna di esse è ancora riuscita a vincere, ovvero a trasformare un vantaggio in un ordine che gli avversari possano accettare senza sentirsi minacciati nella loro stessa esistenza | Segue nostro Hormuz, ovvero la vittoria come problema | C'è una domanda che i vincitori si pongono di rado e che invece attraversa, sottotraccia, ogni conversazione seria sulle guerre di questo 202…
(2026-09-16). Latino culture, food and community take center stage at HOY en Delaware's 9th Hispanic Heritage Festival in Wilmington. whyy.org 
What are journalists missing from the state of Delaware? What would you most like WHYY News to cover? Bellevue State Park will come alive this weekend as hundreds of Delawareans and visitors from across the region are expected to gather for an afternoon celebrating Latino culture, community and heritage. | The
(2026-09-16). Las Inteligencias Artificiales: Un riesgo para la Humanidad. indybay.org
(2026-09-16). Three killed after news helicopter goes down while covering deadly LA bus crash. geo.tv
(2026-09-15). This Week in People's History, Sep 16—22, 2026. portside.org This Week in People's History, Sep 16—22, 2026 |
(2026-09-15). Iran War Reveals the Biggest Vulnerability Behind US Military Power. thinktank.pk The United States has spent decades building an image of almost unlimited military power. Its aircraft carriers, stealth fighters, precision missiles, satellite networks and global bases have created the impression that Washington can sustain high-intensity warfare almost indefinitely. The war with Iran has exposed a different reality. A Pentagon inspector general report released in September …
(2026-09-15). UW Milwaukee, September 16, 2026: 'Motorcycle Diaries' Film Screening. wibailoutpeople.org 
The award winning film "Motorcycle Diaries" which UWM Union Cinema is showing free of charge at 6pm this Wednesday, Sept. 16, (2nd floor of UWM Student Union, 2200 East Kenwood Blvd., MKE 53211). Headlining UWM's films for National Latine Heritage Month, this Oscar winner, also recognized as the Best Foreign Film by the British Oscars (BAFTA), depicts the life-changing …
(2026-09-15). Nobody told them to: 1,200 AI agents, one private experiment, and the stranger they attacked. moderndiplomacy.eu About 1,200 AI agents inside one company's internal evaluation found each other, organized, and attacked an unrelated third party. Nothing in the task specification asked for it. The consequences landed outside the organization that set the boundary—and that is what makes this a governance question rather than an engineering one. What happened? On 8 July …
(2026-09-15). Did the San Francisco Opera violate its Coronavirus PPP loan agreements? indybay.org San Francisco Opera Musicians On Strike!
(2026-09-15). Georgia Death Case Highlights The Urgent Need For The Supreme Court To Take A New Look At The Clemency Process In Death Penalty Cases. scheerpost.com Austin Sarat ScheerPost The state of Georgia plans to execute Stacey Humphreys on September 16. He was convicted and sentenced to death for a double murder that occurred in 2003. His case offers several examples of the serious problems that plague the death penalty system in this country, including one that generally draws little attention: …
(2026-09-15). Pakistan's Electronics Industry: Learning from China's Industrial Vision. thinktank.pk The electronics industry is no longer limited to the production of household appliances or consumer gadgets. It is a knowledge-based, technology-intensive and high value-added sector that supports modern manufacturing, telecommunications, artificial intelligence, defence, healthcare, transport and digital services. For Pakistan, developing this industry could create skilled employment, increase exports, reduce imports and provide a new …
(2026-09-15). Global AI Governance Is Coming — Will Washington Write the Rulebook? thinktank.pk The global debate over artificial intelligence has entered a new phase. The question is no longer simply whether governments should regulate AI. It is increasingly about who gets to write the rules that everyone else may eventually follow. Reports that OpenAI, Anthropic and Google are discussing the creation of a new AI standards body have …
(2026-09-15). La ferrovia Cina-Kirghizistan-Uzbekistan ridisegna la connettività eurasiatica. strategic-culture.su