(2026-06-16). US ally strikes first: Has this nation decided to take on China without waiting for Trump, Hegseth. hindustantimes.com Taiwan has launched a new intelligence-reporting portal aimed at gathering information from Chinese nationals, marking a bold escalation in the shadow war between Taipei and Beijing. The move comes amid rising cross-strait tensions, growing espionage concerns, and fears of an intensifying intelligence battle between China and Taiwan.
(2026-06-16). Iran's Araghchi says talks with US to finalise agreement will start on Friday. tribune.com.pk 
Iran and the US will start a new round of negotiations on Friday in Switzerland to reach a final agreement after the official start of an interim agreement, Iran's foreign minister said on Tuesday. | Araghchi also warned that any Israeli attack on Lebanon or continued presence on Lebanese territory from now on constituted a violation of the interim agreement with the United States. | "In our view, the two parties to this memorandum are the U.S. and Israel on one side, and Iran and Hezbollah on the other," he said. | US and Iran sign ceasefire agreement, details remain unclear | US President Donald Trump said o…
(2026-06-16). Iran's Araqchi says talks with US to finalise agreement will start on Friday. tribune.com.pk Iran and the US will start a new round of negotiations on Friday in Switzerland to reach a final agreement after the official start of an interim agreement, Iran's foreign minister said on Tuesday. | Araghchi also warned that any Israeli attack on Lebanon or continued presence on Lebanese territory from now on constituted a violation of the interim agreement with the United States. | "In our view, the two parties to this memorandum are the U.S. and Israel on one side, and Iran and Hezbollah on the other," he said. | US and Iran sign ceasefire agreement, details remain unclear | US President Donald Trump said o…
(2026-06-16). Peace Deal Ends Iran War: What Did US, Israel Gain? juancole.com The Conversation) — After weeks of on-again, off-again negotiations, US President Donald Trump finally seems to have secured an agreement from the Iranian regime to en…
(2026-06-16). U.S. and Iran reach critical phase in deal. ecns.cn With Iran and the United States reaching an agreement to end the war "permanently" on various fronts, the two have now taken a critical step toward a peaceful settlement and restoring safety in a vital maritime corridor, experts said.
(2026-06-16). Naqvi, Hafiz Naeemur Rehman discuss political, economic, security challenges. tribune.com.pk 
Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi met Jamaat-e-Islami (JI) chief Hafiz Naeemur Rehman at the party's headquarters in Mansoorah on Tuesday, where the two leaders discussed the country's political, economic, and security situation, according to a statement issued by the Interior Ministry. | The meeting also focused on the regional landscape following the recent Iran-US rapprochement. Both leaders described the development as a positive step towards stability and peace in the region. | Rehman praised Pakistan's role in facilitating efforts that contributed to the understanding between Tehran and Washington, saying t…
(2026-06-16). Trump presume en Francia de acuerdo de su país con Irán. radiohc.cu El presidente de Estados Unidos, Donald Trump, llegó este lunes al balneario francés de Évian-les-Bains para la Cumbre del G7 presumiendo del acuerdo alcanzado con Irán, tras meses de escepticismo y así lo evidenció ante la prensa. | Aunque en la agenda provisional del encuentro Trump sería el único mandatario en ser recibido por su par y anfitrión, Emmanuel Macron, este se saltó el programa. | Al encontrarse, después del estrechón de manos, las fotos (no se miraron), Trump en sus palabras dijo que ha tenido una "relación fantástica" con Macron y seguidamente dijo que "el acuerdo (con Irán) ya está firmado ª…
(2026-06-16). Hezbollah attacks 'advancing' Israeli force in southern Lebanon. newarab.com 
Fighters from the group "using rockets and drones" blocked an Israeli force consisting of an excavator and two Merkava tanks that was "advancing" in the vicinity of Kfar Tebnit town near the southern c…
(2026-06-16). Maersk Still Shipping Weapons Components to Israel, Despite Claiming Otherwise. truthout.org On June 8, the Palestinian Youth Movement's Mask off Maersk Campaign published a report with Oxfam Denmark demonstrating that Maersk has continued to ship weapons to Israel amid its genocide of Palestinians in Gaza, despite claiming otherwise. The shipments include "parts for bullets, bombs, mortars and projectile bodies" which have been "central" to weapons used by Israel to slaughter… |
(2026-06-16). Cuba reafirmó en ONU compromiso con inclusión y discapacidad. radiohc.cu Cuba reafirmó su compromiso con la plena implementación de la Convención sobre los Derechos de las Personas con Discapacidad durante la 19 ™ Conferencia de los Estados Partes, celebrada está última semana en la sede de las Naciones Unidas en Nueva York. | Según informó el portal del Ministerio de Relaciones Exteriores, Cubaminrex, la representante permanente alterna de Cuba ante la ONU, embajadora Daylenis Moreno Guerra, subrayó que el Estado concede la más alta prioridad al desarrollo integral, la inclusión social y la protección de los derechos de las personas en situación de discapacidad. | La diplomátic…
(2026-06-16). Convocan Pleno Extraordinario del Comité Central del Partido Comunista de Cuba. radiohc.cu El Buró Político del Partido Comunista de Cuba acordó convocar a un Pleno Extraordinario de su Comité Central, el miércoles 17 de junio de 2026. | De acuerdo con lo publicado en el sitio web de la organización política, el objetivo es evaluar propuestas de transformaciones económicas y sociales, enunciadas por el Primer Secretario del Comité Central del Partido y Presidente de la República, Miguel Díaz-Canel Bermúdez, en recientes declaraciones a la prensa.
(2026-06-16). PNUD destaca proyecto de Resiliencia Urbana en Cuba. radiohc.cu El Programa de las Naciones Unidas para el Desarrollo (PNUD) en Cuba destacó este lunes la implementación del proyecto Resiliencia Urbana, enfocado en impulsar el diagnóstico técnico de edificaciones para mejorar la respuesta ante desastres. | La iniciativa desarrollada ha facilitado el equipamiento especializado para realizar evaluaciones, así como intervenciones constructivas para prevenir riesgos de colapsos, indicó la organización perteneciente al Sistema de Naciones Unidas en su perfil en Facebook. | En la capital cubana, el programa abarcó el enfoque de riesgo en el Plan Estratégico de la Vivienda del munic…
(2026-06-16). Extraordinary Plenum of the Central Committee of the PCC to be held on Wednesday. radiohc.cu 
The Political Bureau of the Communist Party of Cuba agreed to convene an Extraordinary Plenum of its Central Committee on Wednesday, June 17, 2026, to evaluate proposals for economic and social transformations, announced by the First Secretary of the Central Committee of the Party and President of the Republic, Miguel Díaz-Canel Bermúdez, in recent statements to the press. | (Taken from the PCC website) | IMAGE CREDIT: ACN | Taken from the PCC website | [ SOURCE: AGENCIA CUBANA DE NOTICIAS ]…
(2026-06-16). Saturday 6/20: Backyard Dance Party Fundraiser for Gaza Soup Kitchen. indybay.org 2112 Eighth Street, Berkeley, CA…
(2026-06-16). Every drop counts: Gaza's water crisis deepens as summer takes hold. icrc.org
(2026-06-16). Venezuela signs power deal with US energy giant. aljazeera.com Venezuela has signed an agreement with General Electric Vernova aimed at boosting electricity generation…
(2026-06-16). The ICRC's response to affected populations and infrastructure following the events of January 2026 in Venezuela. icrc.org
(2026-06-16). Venezuela firma acuerdo con compañía General Electric de EEUU. radiohc.cu El Gobierno de Venezuela, a través de la estatal Corporación Eléctrica Nacional (Corpolec), firmó este lunes en Caracas un acuerdo de cooperación con la empresa General Electric (GE) Vernova, de Estados Unidos. | La rúbrica del documento tuvo lugar en el Salón Sol del Perú del Palacio de Miraflores, sede de Gobierno, en presencia de la mandataria encargada Delcy Rodríguez, otros miembros del gabinete, el encargado de negocios de Estados Unidos en Caracas, John Barret, y la directiva de la compañía. | Delcy Rodríguez consideró la firma de este documento como "paso histórico" para el país al permitir la recuperació…
(2026-06-16). US Air Force B-52 crashes in California. aljazeera.com Eight people are believed to have died after a US Air Force B-52 Stratofortress crashed shortly after takeoff…
(2026-06-16). Pakistan eyes more global bond issues, sees budget upside from Iran deal. tribune.com.pk 
Pakistan could improve economic projections for 2027 after the end of the Iran war, but it is still too early to revise the budget, Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb told Reuters, hours after the US and Iran signed a deal to end the fighting. | Damaged energy infrastructure meant supply chains would take time to return to normal, after the conflict pushed inflation back into double digits, Aurangzeb said. | "We were looking at how we manage the second, third-order impact in case this conflict continues," he said. "The energy infrastructure has been hit. And the…
(2026-06-16). Was the Budget really unpopular? Plenty of reasons suggest 'no'. independentaustralia.net 
(2026-06-16). Large parts of nation on alert for storms, heavy rain. ecns.cn The China Meteorological Administration raised its major meteorological disaster emergency response on Monday morning, escalating it from level four, the lowest, to level three, and expanding the alert to cover both torrential rain and severe convective weather.
(2026-06-16). Trump's deal with the Iranians is possibly the greatest U.S. defeat since Vietnam. strategic-culture.su But it might not even hold, as there are too many possibilities which could scupper it. | Join us on , , and . | Contact us: | But it…
(2026-06-16). Iran Will Sign a Deal on Friday as the Winner, But Will the War Be Over? (Juan Cole). juancole.com Here is the interview Ian Masters conducted with me Monday at | Here is an computer-generated transcript, which I have manually tried to correct: | Ian Masters: Now, here's Juan Cole. He's a professor of Modern Middle East and South Asian history at the University of Michigan, and he has an article at Informed Comment, Welcome to background briefing, Juan Cole. | Juan…
(2026-06-16). China deploys first 24-hour rapid intensification forecast model for typhoons. ecns.cn The model, developed at the Shenzhen Institutes of Advanced Technology (SIAT), Chinese Academy of Sciences, recently completed operational deployment and real-world application testing at the country's National Meteorological Center.
(2026-06-16). Seventh heaven for dominant Germany. ecns.cn Germany's seven-goal rout of Curacao in its World Cup opener on Sunday was the perfect way to overshadow a close first half and boost the team after consecutive group-stage exits for the four-time champion.
(2026-06-16). Eight crew believed dead in California B-52 bomber crash. tribune.com.pk 
Eight crew members are believed to have died in a ‚Å B-52 bomber crash at California's Edwards Air Force Base on Monday, ‚Å CNN reported, citing the base. | A US Air Force B-52 Stratofortress bomber crashed on takeoff on Monday at Edwards Air Force Base in Southern California's Mojave Desert, bursting into flames and killing all eight crew members aboard, Air Force officials said.
(2026-06-16). Bangladesh protests India 'questioning' PM's adviser at Delhi airport. geo.tv 
(2026-06-16). US Air Force B-52 bomber crashes in flames in California, killing all 8 crew aboard. geo.tv 
Smoke rises from Edwards Air Force Base after the crash of a US Air Force B-52 bomber aircraft in Edwards, California, US, June 15, 2026, in a still image from an ALERTCalifornia fire surveillance camera. — Rueters Boeing-built Stratofortress was on routine training…
(2026-06-16). Saturday 6/20: Film Showing: The Seed of the Sacred Fig, directed by Mohammad Rasoulof. indybay.org Revolution Books | 2444 Durant Avenue | Berkeley, CA 94704…
(2026-06-16). Saturday 6/20: Gay Shame 25th Anniversary Zines & More. indybay.org valencia st @ cunningham pl | san francisco | (south of 19th st)…
(2026-06-16). Pro-Zionist organization files discrimination charges against National Education Assocation. wsws.org The suit claims the teachers' union created a "hostile environment" for Jewish and Israeli members, particularly at a July 2025 Representative Assembly in Portland, Oregon.
(2026-06-16). US imperialism's debacle in Iran. wsws.org Despite killing more than 3,000 Iranians and triggering a global food and energy crisis, the United States has failed to achieve the objectives for which it went to war.
(2026-06-16). Africa's billionaires and the causes of the continent's poverty. wsws.org Africa's four richest billionaires own $57.4 billion—more than the combined wealth of half the continent's 1.5 billion population…
(2026-06-16). Corporate thugs open fire on miners in Türkiye. wsws.org Company thugs opened fire on the àñz≈üen Mining workers and their families, who were staging a sit-in to demand payment of their wages.
(2026-06-16). Trump Hegseth Storm Global Heating's Shores with Carbon Artillery. juancole.com (
(2026-06-16). Monday 6/15: 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…
(2026-06-16). Presidents of China, Myanmar attend signing ceremony of cooperation documents. ecns.cn Chinese President Xi Jinping and Myanmar's President Min Aung Hlaing attended a signing ceremony of cooperation documents in Beijing on Tuesday.
(2026-06-16). Saturday 7/18: Election Kickoff Meeting: Volunteer with LWVSF for the November Election (in-person date). indybay.org Western Addition Branch Library, 1550 Scott St, San Francisco, CA 94115…
(2026-06-16). Thursday 6/18: Tell Target to Stand Up To ICE! indybay.org Metreon Target: 789 Mission Street. Meet on the sidewalk by the Mission Street entrance.
(2026-06-16). Who is Vozinha, Cape Verde's viral goalkeeper at the World Cup? aljazeera.com From his hometown of Sao Vicente in Cape Verde, Vozinha has been his jersey name throughout his club career.
(2026-06-16). Talk World Radio: What Could Hawaii Be Without the U.S. Military? worldbeyondwar.org 
This week on Talk World Radio we're talking about what the U.S. military does to Hawaii and what Hawaii could be without a massive military occupation. #WorldBEYONDWar…
(2026-06-16). Tianjin boosts status as BCI powerhouse. ecns.cn A dedicated industrial cluster for brain-computer interface was recently inaugurated in Tianjin, which will greatly accelerate the large-scale industrial application of research achievements in noninvasive BCI technologies, experts said.
(2026-06-16). FIFA World Cup 2026: "The beautiful game" in grip of Trump and financial oligarchy. wsws.org The tournament has been transformed into a platform for imperialist arrogance, militarism and anti-immigrant chauvinism by the Trump administration, without protest by FIFA and its co-hosts.
(2026-06-16). UAW convention opens in Detroit amid rebellion by auto parts workers. wsws.org The complacent and self-congratulatory speeches from the convention podium avoided all mention of the drive by the Trump administration to establish a fascist dictatorship or the seething rank-and-file discontent expressed in a series of contract rejections by auto parts workers.
(2026-06-16). Under Trump's orders, U.S. commits mass murder on the high seas. indybay.org Yesterday on June 13, 2026, the Juneteenth holiday, reportedly, "A U.S. District Court has issued an order stopping the Trump-Vance administration from censoring American history and science and ordering the restoration of unlawfully censored information displayed in America's largest classroom — our national parks.
(2026-06-16). Sunday 6/14: The Streetside Library. indybay.org in front of ye olde abandoned Half Price Books, | in Downtown Berkeley, | on 2036 Shattuck Avenue.
(2026-06-16). ICRC President: "We can no longer pretend that what we are witnessing across war zones is in accordance with the law" icrc.org Speech given by Mirjana Spoljaric, President of the International Committee of the Red Cross, at the UN Security Council Open Debate on the Protection of Civilians in Armed Conflict — 20 May 2026, New York…
(2026-06-16). Not All Daily Temperature Records Are the Same. wattsupwiththat.com It turns out that to get the really high temperatures in western Washington, the atmosphere needs to organize itself in a very specific way, generally with a strong upper-level ridge and offshore-directed flow at low levels.
(2026-06-16). National conference on Party building held in Beijing. ecns.cn According to the conference, since the 18th CPC National Congress in 2012, the CPC Central Committee with Xi Jinping at its core has set forth a series of new ideas, thoughts and strategies in addressing the major questions of the times ⚪ what kind of Marxist party exercising long-term governance should be built, and how such a party should be built.
(2026-06-16). Sunday 6/14: March! No ICE Detention Camps in Gilroy! indybay.org Meet at 7500 Arroyo Circle, Gilroy. We will walk to 7240 Holsclaw Rd (NEW ICE FACILITY IN GILORY)…
(2026-06-16). UAW officials rush through sellout contract at American Axle on eve of Detroit convention. wsws.org The UAW bureaucracy gave workers less than 48 hours to review the 118-page agreement, and threatened that workers would be replaced with strikebreakers if they rejected the pro-company deal.
(2026-06-16). Saturday 7/11: Stop The AI Race — Protest on July 11. indybay.org 12: 00 PM — Rally at OpenAI (1455 3rd St) | 12: 00 PM — Speeches at OpenAI | 1: 00 PM — Walk to Anthropic (500 Howard St) | 1: 45 PM — Speeches at Anthropic | 2: 15 PM — Walk to Google DeepMind (345 Spear St) | 2: 30 PM — Speeches at Google DeepMind…
(2026-06-16). Tuesday 6/16: 2026 City of Sacramento Juneteenth Flag Rasing Ceremony. indybay.org City Hall of Sacramento | Courtyard | 915 I Street | Sacramento, CA 95814…
(2026-06-16). Gavin Newsom says he's being investigated by Trump. aljazeera.com California's Democratic Governor claims President Donald Trump has launched a criminal investigation against him.
(2026-06-16). Former Hainan vice-governor prosecuted for taking bribes. ecns.cn Ni Qiang, a former member of the Standing Committee of the Communist Party of China Hainan Provincial Committee and former secretary-general of the committee, has been prosecuted on suspicion of taking bribes, the Supreme People's Procuratorate said on Monday.
(2026-06-16). Chongqing activates 'town economy' model: One town, one IP. ecns.cn Rongchang District of Chongqing has developed three themed towns ⚪ Antao Town, Wanling Ancient Town and China Xiabu (Grass Linen) Town ⚪ each with its own distinct cultural identity and economic focus.
(2026-06-16). Activists Protest Merck For Purchasing Dogs for Animal Testing From Notorious Ridglan Farm. indybay.org Activists Protest Merck For Purchasing Dogs for Animal Testing From Notorious Ridglan Farms…
(2026-06-16). Australia: Broad opposition to Labor's NDIS bill that cuts support for disabled. wsws.org The Labor government's far-reaching assault on the National Disability Insurance Scheme has provoked an outpouring of anger from disabled people, their families and advocacy organisations.
(2026-06-16). Centre to bear cost of 100MW solar power project in G-B: PM Shehbaz. tribune.com.pk 
The federal government would bear the cost of a 100-megawatt solar power project for Gilgit-Baltistan (G-B), Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif said on Tuesday while chairing a review meeting in Islamabad on the initiative, according to a statement issued by the Prime Minister's Office (PMO). | The prime minister directed officials to accelerate work on the project and ensure its completion at the earliest possible date. He also ordered independent third-party validation at all stages of implementation to ensure transparency. | Planning Minister Ahsan Iqbal, Economic Affairs Minister Ahad Khan Cheema, Power Ministe…
(2026-06-16). Beyond the romantic necrophiliac's chit chat activities. indybay.org The Sick Twisted World Of Necrophilia:…
(2026-06-16). South Sudan's Jonglei: Who burned homes and silenced hospitals? aljazeera.com Government and opposition forces accused of destruction in Jonglei amid burned villages and mass displacement.
(2026-06-16). Support 8 Defendants Attacked by the FBI Police for Supporting Palestine! (Legal Fund). wibailoutpeople.org 
@safexmich @tahrixmich By Graduate Employees Organization 6/11/2026 UPDATE ON FBI ARRESTS AND RAIDES — URGENT AID NEEDED: While we continued to fight for Palestine liberation on campus, On June 10th between 7: 00 AM and 8: 30 AM, FBI agents, state police, local police officers, and the University of Michigan Police Department, conducted a coordinated raid and …
(2026-06-16). Hainan fashion show blends Li plant dyeing, rattan weaving into modern design. ecns.cn An art show blending Li ethnic plant-dyeing and rattan-weaving techniques with modern fashion design was held at the Hainan Provincial Mass Art Center in Haikou on Saturday.
(2026-06-16). Sri Lanka: JVP-led government's broken promise on provincial council elections. wsws.org For nearly a decade, successive governments have refused to hold elections for the provincial councils in flagrant violation of the country's constitution.
(2026-06-16). Israeli Security Minister Ben-Gvir cancels US trip after visa difficulties: Haaretz. tribune.com.pk 
Israel's National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir has canceled a planned family trip to the US amid difficulties in obtaining a visa, according Israeli media on Tuesday. | The US Embassy told Ben-Gvir that he would need to appear in person to provide biometric fingerprints as part of the visa process, Haaretz daily reported. | The requirement was interpreted in Israeli media reports as a sign of reluctance to grant him a visa. | The Israeli minister was reportedly set to travel to Miami to attend the wedding of an Israeli businessman's daughter. | Haaretz previously reported that he initially sought for the…
(2026-06-16). G7 summit kicks off against backdrop of massive protest. ecns.cn The Group of Seven (G7) summit kicked off on Monday in Evian, a town in eastern France, against the backdrop of massive demonstration.
(2026-06-16). Japan comes from behind twice to clinch 2-2 draw with the Netherlands. ecns.cn Virgil van Dijk celebrates scoring the Netherlandsfirst goal against Japan during a World Cup Group F match in Arlington, Texas, on Sunday.[Photo/Agencies].Japanese players celebrate their sides second goal against the Dutch.[Photo/Agencies].
(2026-06-16). Chongqing's Rongchang revives intangible cultural heritage: Rongchang pottery refines artisanship, xiabu weaves a new chapter. ecns.cn Rongchang pottery, a traditional industry in Chongqing boasting a history of more than 800 years, is exported to over 30 countries and regions today.
(2026-06-16). Brazil flaws exposed in heavyweight clash. ecns.cn Brazil and Morocco played out a 1-1 draw in the first heavyweight clash of the World Cup on Saturday, with the Africans confirming their potential while exposing familiar weaknesses in their opponent at a sold-out stadium.
(2026-06-16). EU Should Build on Hungary's Recommitment to ICC. hrw.org Click to expand Image | International Criminal Court in The Hague, Netherlands, April 30, 2024. | © 2024 Peter Dejong/AP Photo | With Hungary's reversal of its decision to leave the International Criminal Court (ICC), the European Union has an opportunity to extend the significance of this moment for international justice well beyond Budapest. EU leaders should state clearly and with one voice in the conclusion of the upcoming June 18-19 European Council meeting that their support for international justice and the ICC is consistent and unwavering.References to the ICC in European Council conclusions, the…
(2026-06-16). Tuesday 7/7: Happy Hour with the League of Women Voters of San Francisco. indybay.org Rikki's, 2223 Market St, San Francisco, CA 94114…
(2026-06-16). Friday 6/12: Land: the only real frontier . . . a walking tour. indybay.org meet in the lobby of the American Youth Hostel | 312 Mason Street | San Francisco…
(2026-06-16). Auto supplier IAV to shutter Berlin site: Form an action committee to defend every job! wsws.org As early as December 2025, IAV management announced its intention to eliminate roughly 1,500 jobs this year. Over the course of seven rounds of negotiations with management to date, union officials have, in their own words, proven themselves "willing to compromise."
(2026-06-16). Tunisia suffers heavy defeat against Sweden in FIFA World Cup. ecns.cn Swedish fans cheer as they arrive at Monterrey Stadium in Mexico ahead of Swedens match against Tunisia, June 14, 2026./CFP.Tunisia was handed a harsh reality check at the 2026 FIFA World Cup after being dismantled by Sweden in a one-sided contest.
(2026-06-16). Double-oared dragon boat from Hunan sails in the Malacca River. ecns.cn Lanxi double-oared dragon boat, produced in Yiyang City, central China's Hunan Province, makes its debut at the 41st Malaysian National Chinese Cultural Festival in Malacca, Malaysia, June 14, 2026.
(2026-06-16). Kinetica 1 rocket places eight remote-sensing satellites into orbit. ecns.cn CAS Space, a leading commercial rocket maker in China, launched its 14th Kinetica 1 series rocket on Monday morning.
(2026-06-16). World Cup predictions become new battleground for AI. ecns.cn As the 2026 FIFA World Cup brings together more nations, more matches and more excitement, a competition has intensified off the pitch among China's leading artificial intelligence models, which are being put to the test in predicting the results of one of the world's biggest sporting events.
(2026-06-16). Fujian's first nuclear power project marks successful dome hoisting. ecns.cn As Fujian's first nuclear power project, the Ningde Nuclear Power Project comprises six 1,000 MW generating units, which will be constructed in two phases.
(2026-06-16). US and Iran 'electronically' sign ceasefire agreement, details remain unclear. geo.tv 
(2026-06-16). Global printmaking masterpieces on display in Beijing. ecns.cn The second Guardian International Print Fair opened on Friday at the Guardian Art Center in Beijing, bringing together works from more than 50 printmaking institutions and galleries from eight countries: China, Italy, the United States, the United Kingdom, South Korea, the Netherlands, Germany and Japan.
(2026-06-16). Sosyalist E≈üitlik Partisi member speaks against the armed attack on miners in Türkiye. wsws.org At the protest held in Izmir, a Sosyalist E≈üitlik Partisi member denounced the armed attack on miners and called for a broader mobilisation of the working class.
(2026-06-16). US Military Notice Says US Blockade on Iranian Ports Is Still in Effect, Contradicting Trump. news.antiwar.com The US military said in an advisory to merchant ships on Monday that the US blockade on Iranian ports remains in effect "pending execution" of a ceasefire deal between the US and Iran, The Hill has reported, a notice that contradicts President Trump's declaration that the blockade has been lifted. The MOU will be officially …
(2026-06-16). SCO urged to play greater global role. ecns.cn Speaking at a reception in Beijing to mark the 25th anniversary of the SCO's founding, Wang said that the organization should set an example in promoting peace, development and win-win cooperation.
(2026-06-16). Sunday 6/14: End This Corrupt, Brutal, and Chaotic Regime. indybay.org Tam Junction, 150 Shoreline Highway, Mill Valley…
(2026-06-16). Trump's Energy Agenda Is Being Undermined By His Own Justice Department. wattsupwiththat.com It is the kind of blunder that makes you wonder how it ever got this far. Trump's own Justice Department is undercutting the administration's effort to rein in federal climate overreach.
(2026-06-16). Chinese AI models roll out World Cup prediction features. ecns.cn As the 2026 FIFA World Cup brings together more nations, more matches and more excitement, a competition has intensified off the pitch among Chinas leading artificial intelligence models.
(2026-06-16). Chinese government to release white paper on global governance. ecns.cn China's State Council Information Office will release a white paper titled "More Just and Equitable Global Governance: China's Principles, Proposals and Actions" on Wednesday morning.
(2026-06-16). Australia's educators online meeting exposes AEU suppression of opposition to sellout deal. wsws.org Teachers, support workers and student teachers spoke out against the intolerable conditions in public schools and the Australian Education Union's anti-democratic methods.
(2026-06-16). Saudi Arabia draw 1—1 against Uruguay in World Cup opening game. aljazeera.com Abdulelah Alamri gives Saudi Arabia a first-half lead before Maxi Araujo equalises late in the Group H game in Miami.
(2026-06-16). Chinese president holds talks with Myanmar counterpart. ecns.cn Chinese President Xi Jinping held talks with President of Myanmar Min Aung Hlaing in Beijing on Tuesday.
(2026-06-16). Saturday 6/13: Free virtual screening of the film "Forced to Land" indybay.org Zoom | us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_Nf-s……
(2026-06-16). Sunday 6/28: Dean Wyrzykowski: Facing 31 Years in Prison for Saving Dogs. indybay.org
(2026-06-16). Latin America and the Caribbean: When seeking medical care is dangerous. icrc.org
(2026-06-16). Egypt: States Convene in Cairo to Reinforce Respect for Rules of War Amid Rising Conflicts. icrc.org
(2026-06-16). Georgia: Remains of eleven people missing in connection with 1992—93 armed conflict handed over to families. icrc.org
(2026-06-16). Synergy in Action: IHL and Islamic Law for Humanitarian Outcomes. icrc.org
(2026-06-16). Searching for people missing in connection with the 1992-1993 armed conflict continues. icrc.org
(2026-06-16). Certificates and declarations of absence: A guidance note. icrc.org
(2026-06-16). ICRC and Asian Development Bank formalize their first institutional partnership. icrc.org
(2026-06-16). Ethiopia: Beyond survival, a journey defined by possibility. icrc.org
(2026-06-16). Democratic Republic of the Congo: Kimareki rebuilds a life beyond disability. icrc.org
(2026-06-16). Frequently asked questions: Understanding the ICRC's neutrality. icrc.org
(2026-06-16). Frequently asked questions: Artificial Intelligence (AI) in the military domain. icrc.org
(2026-06-16). Frequently asked questions: Our work in Mali. icrc.org
(2026-06-16). Jordan: The Essay Competition on International Humanitarian Law. icrc.org
(2026-06-16). Poland: High level briefing on IHL for the Polish ministries. icrc.org
(2026-06-16). Mali: ICRC steps up support to people affected by armed violence. icrc.org
(2026-06-16). Penal repression of serious violations of international humanitarian law — Factsheet. icrc.org
(2026-06-16). Sudan: ICRC RED aircraft makes first Port Sudan—Khartoum flight since war began. icrc.org
(2026-06-16). The International Red Cross and Red Crescent Movement expresses concern over attack on Red Cross volunteers in Bunia, Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC). icrc.org
(2026-06-16). ICRC, Xinhua News Agency and Fudan University host Content Creators Forum on humanitarian storytelling and empathy. icrc.org
(2026-06-16). ICRC RED aircraft to operate from Jeddah to strengthen humanitarian access to Sudan. icrc.org
(2026-06-16). Click to Care: Humanity in a Digital World. icrc.org
(2026-06-16). Ebola in the Democratic Republic of the Congo: Red Cross volunteers at the heart of the response in Bunia. icrc.org
(2026-06-16). Wednesday 7/15: Election Kickoff Meeting: Volunteer with LWVSF for the November Election (online date). indybay.org
(2026-06-16). Sancti Spíritus: Sistemas solares por más vidas salvadas. radiohc.cu 
Hasta El Jíbaro, localidad ubicada en la parte sur de la provincia de Sancti Spíritus y bautizada con ese nombre debido a la existencia de abundantes perros jíbaros en la zona, llegó un kit de panel solar hasta el Consultorio del Médico y Enfermera de la Familia con servicio extendido de esa comunidad rural. | "Ahora, llega cualquier paciente, a cualquier hora y puede ser atendido perfectamente con iluminación", precisó la doctora Armire Varela Alemán, directora general de Salud en el municipio de La Sierpe, quien valora la utilidad del montaje de estos medios para mantener el servicio ininterrumpido en los centr…
(2026-06-16). L'allarme di Bezrukov: Mosca deve convincersi che ci aspettano vent'anni di confronto con l'Occidente. strategic-culture.su L'Occidente contro la Russia: perché per le élite europee e americane è di vitale importanza una guerra con la Russia, al fine di mantenere il proprio dominio sul mondo. | Segue nostro Lo scorso 3 giugno, il Forum Economico Internazionale di San Pietroburgo si è aperto sotto una densa colonna di fumo nero
(2026-06-16). ENLACES de Red Latina sin fronteras 11.06.2026. indybay.org ENLACES de Red Latina sin fronteras 11.06.2026 | comunicaciones e información para la liberación…
(2026-06-16). Argentina: Indio Solari y movimiento de masas… indybay.org Movimiento de masas y modelo socio-político. Breve especulación sobre los "Redondos" y "el Indio"
(2026-06-16). LLamamiento a boicotear el Mundial de Futbol en EEUU. indybay.org
(2026-06-16). Anticipation Grows for Argentina's Debut. radiohc.cu Havana, June 15 (RHC) — Just hours before the debut of the world champion team in the 2026 Football Cup, the expectation among Argentine fans is growing today with nuances of anxiety, especially since coach Lionel Scaloni refused to reveal the lineup for tomorrow. | Argentina's national team, La Albiceleste, faces Algeria on Tuesday in a Group J match. Coach Scaloni described Algeria as a "good team" in a press conference this afternoon in Kansas City, broadcast on several Argentine television channels; in fact, they are perhaps the strongest group based on their recent performances. The other two teams are…
(2026-06-16). Spanish Disappointment at the World Cup. radiohc.cu Havana, June 15 (RHC) — Spain, the current European champions, disappointed today in their debut at the 2026 FIFA World Cup in Mexico, the United States and Canada, drawing 0-0 against debutants Cape Verde. | In Atlanta, what appeared to be a lopsided match in favor of the Europeans ended up being more of a fiasco than a victory, leaving the Spanish players frustrated. | La Roja extended their unbeaten streak to 32 official matches, but left with a bitter taste in their mouths after failing to overcome a team making its debut in this competition. | In the same Group H, Saudi Arabia and Uruguay drew 1-1 in Mi…
(2026-06-15). Elijah Magnier on US-Iran Framework Agreement: A Thorny Path to Peace. thealtworld.com Elijah J Magnier, Veteran war correspondent and political risk analyst discussed the US-Iran framework agreement, highlighting that it is not a peace deal and Israel's exclusion from the agreement may lead to further tensions. | The agreement includes a freeze in Lebanon, but Israel has not committed to withdrawing forces. The success of this agreement depends on various factors, including the resolution of enriched uranium and sanctions issues, and political pressure on Benjamin Netanyahu.
(2026-06-15). Israeli strike kills one in south Lebanon, first deadly attack since US-Iran deal announcement. al-monitor.com June 15 (Reuters) – An Israeli drone strike targeted a car in southern Lebanon, killing its driver, Lebanese security sources and state media reported on Monday.The strike was the first reported deadly Israeli attack in Lebanon since the announcement of the U.S.-Iran agreement. (Reporting by Maya Gebeily; Writing by Tala RamadanEditing by Ros Russell)…
(2026-06-15). Israel rejects withdrawal from Lebanon despite US-Iran war deal. newarab.com 
The stance comes despite Tehran's insistence during neg…
(2026-06-15). US-Iran deal; PM Modi-Trump meet; Pak in sweet spot? Shishir Gupta explains big churn. hindustantimes.com As a ceasefire holds and a June 19 Iran—US deal looms, Hindustan Times' Shishir Gupta joins Aayesha Varma on Point Blank to unpack what's really at stake – from enriched uranium and Iran's proxies to Kharg and Hormuz, Trump—Modi talks at the G7, tariffs on India, Pakistan's mediation play, and why New Delhi must stay firmly "India first."
(2026-06-15). US-Iran ceasefire deal opens fragile path out of war as Israel threatens to keep fighting. nationofchange.org The interim framework could reopen the Strait of Hormuz and pause a war that killed thousands, but unresolved disputes over sanctions, Iran's nuclear program, frozen assets, and Israel's military operations leave the deal vulnerable before it is even signed.
(2026-06-15). US, Iran reach preliminary agreement to end war, signing set for Friday. tribune.com.pk 
US and Iranian officials said they had agreed on a framework to end their war, halt the US blockade of Iran and reopen the Strait of Hormuz, a preliminary pact that sent oil prices falling but leaves the fate of Iran's nuclear program to further negotiations. | "The Deal with the Islamic Republic of Iran is now complete," US President Donald Trump wrote on his Truth Social platform around 5: 30pm ET local time in Washington (1: 30am PKT) on Sunday. His post came shortly after Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif, whose country has served as a mediator, announced a deal had been struck early o…
(2026-06-15). World leaders welcome US-Iran peace deal, praise Pakistan's mediation role. geo.tv 
Türkiye President Recep Tayyip Erdogan, UN chief Antonio Guterres, British PM Keir Starmer, and French President Emmanuel Macron. — Reuters/FileErdogan commends Pakistan mediation, regional cooperation efforts.UK PM Starmer hails deal and thanks mediators, including…
(2026-06-15). At Least One Killed by Israel in Lebanon Since US-Iran Deal Announcement. news.antiwar.com People continue to be hopeful that the new US-Iran deal will actually lead to a resolution of the ongoing Israeli invasion of Lebanon, though Israeli officials seem loathe to countenance such a possibility. The number of Israeli attacks does seem to have declined, at least in the near term. An Israeli drone strike against a …
(2026-06-15). Why China May Not Welcome a Successful US-Iran Peace Deal. thinktank.pk As reports emerge that Washington and Tehran are moving closer to a peace agreement, Chinese state media has responded with a notably cautious tone. Rather than focusing on the potential economic and security benefits of a ceasefire, China's state-run Global Times has emphasized uncertainty, contradictions, and "mixed signals" surrounding the negotiations. At first glance, such …
(2026-06-15). U.S. officials says Iran pact signed, Hormuz traffic will rise significantly. al-monitor.com WASHINGTON, June 15 (Reuters) – The United States and Iran have signed a memorandum of understanding to settle a near four-month war, senior U.S. officials said on Monday, adding that a signing ceremony would take place on Friday and shipping traffic in the strait of Hormuz would gradually ramp up.The memorandum of understanding has been signed by President Donald Trump and Vice President JD Vance and Iranian parliament speaker Mohammad Bagher Qalibaf, one U.S. official said.
(2026-06-15). US says Hormuz to be toll-free under Iran deal. al-monitor.com US officials said Monday that ships will move toll-free through the Strait of Hormuz under an Iran peace deal signed by President Donald Trump, and insisted that Tehran would have to fulfill its commitments before getting any economic benefits.They included a possible $300 billion reconstruction fund for the war-battered country, but the release of funds will be "tied to performance," a senior Trump administration official said in a call with reporters.
(2026-06-15). Trump's Iran accord offers exit from war — and fresh political risks. al-monitor.com By Gram Slattery and Nathan LayneWASHINGTON, June 15 (Reuters) – The Trump administration and Iran's leadership agreed on Sunday to terms to end their war and reopen the Strait of Hormuz, a development that has delivered significant relief to global markets.But while the accord is an opportunity for U.S. President Donald Trump to exit a conflict that has proven consistently unpopular with the American public, it also exposes him to criticism from within his party, skepticism from allies and questions over whether the deal will hold.
(2026-06-15). Trump on Iran: text of Iran deal to be released after Friday. al-monitor.com EVIAN, France, June 15 (Reuters) – U.S. President Donald Trump said on Monday a deal with Iran has been agreed and the test of the deal will be released sometime after a formal signing on Friday.Speaking shortly after arriving in Evian, France, for a G7 meeting, Trump also said the Strait of Hormuz will be fully open by Friday. (Reporting by Steve Holland; Writing by Doina Chiacu; Editing by Franklin Paul)…
(2026-06-15). Explainer-Key issues the US and Iran must address in nuclear talks. al-monitor.com By Francois MurphyVIENNA, June 15 (Reuters) – Iran and the United States say they have reached a deal to end their war, which is expected to pave the way for talks on Iran's nuclear programme. Below is an outline of the key issues they face in those talks.WHY THE CONCERN?Iran's uranium-enrichment programme has long caused the U.S. and its allies to worry that Tehran is at least keeping the option open of one day producing nuclear weapons, since enriched uranium can be used to fuel power plants or make the core of a nuclear bomb.
(2026-06-15). Trump's big U-turn: POTUS once backed political change in Iran, now he praises Tehran's negotiators. hindustantimes.com U.S. President Donald Trump has declared an end to the military campaign against Iran, signaling a notable shift from earlier rhetoric that appeared supportive of political change inside the country. As diplomacy takes center stage, debate continues over the outcome of the conflict and whether either side achieved its strategic goals. Despite weeks of military pressure, Iran's government remained intact while regional tensions and energy market disruptions increased global concern. Attention is now focused on the future of U.S.-Iran relations, unresolved questions surrounding Iran's nuclear program, and the role…
(2026-06-15). Trump pivots to bipolarity with China as US hegemony declines. infobrics.org Europe and NATO sidelined as foreign policy is reshaped to serve predatory US national interests.
(2026-06-15). IDF confirms killing Hezbollah commander responsible for creating Iran-backed militias in Iraq. longwarjournal.org On June 14, the Israeli military confirmed that it killed Ali Mousa Daqduq, a wanted and dangerous Hezbollah military commander. Daqduq was a key architect of the Iranian-backed militias in Iraq and a top Hezbollah commander involved in leading attacks inside Israel. He was previously reported killed in the fall of 2024, but his death was never confirmed.
(2026-06-15). Pakistan says U.S., Iran reach peace agreement, signing ceremony set for June 19. ecns.cn ISLAMABAD, June 15 ⚪ Pakistani Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif announced early Monday that the United States and Iran had reached a peace agreement following intensive negotiations.With an official signing ceremony scheduled for June 19 in Switzerland.
(2026-06-15). Political leadership welcomes US—Iran understanding, praise diplomacy. tribune.com.pk 
Political leadership, including President Asif Ali Zardari, Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif, Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar, and Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb, on Monday welcomed the US—Iran peace agreement, describing it as a positive development for regional stability and a potential boost to global economic and diplomatic conditions. | President Asif Ali Zardari welcomed the announcement of a Memorandum of Understanding between the United States and Iran, expressing hope that it will lead to a final agreement and help secure lasting peace in the region. | In a statement shared…
(2026-06-15). The Art of Capitulation: Trump Desperate for Iran Offramp — Top Analyst Hassan Ahmadian. portside.org The Art of Capitulation: Trump Desperate for Iran Offramp — Top Analyst Hassan Ahmadian |
(2026-06-15). UN chief condemns Israel's strikes on Beirut. ecns.cn UNITED NATIONS, June 14 ⚪ UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres on Sunday strongly condemned Israeli strikes earlier in the day on Beirut, Lebanons capital.
(2026-06-15). Report: Israel is 'above the law' and Gaza is testing Britain's democracy. thecanary.co 
A new report by Mona Deely — CEO of Reform Initiative for Transparent Economies (RITE) — lays bare how support for Israel's settler-colonial aggression in Palestine depends on disregard for international law by Israel and its allies. Deely, also a UK-certified lawyer, presents a detailed account of how unconditional support for states engaged in genocide […] | By
(2026-06-15). Lack of sanctions enable resilience of 'Israel' genocide economy. thecanary.co 
The FT has authored a concerning article indicating that the apartheid settler-colony, known as 'Israel', has suffered limited economic damage despite three years of genocidal crimes in West Asia. However, supporters of Palestine shouldn't despair. The piece indicates that, in the event of meaningful sanctions by the likes of the EU, and a continued exodus […] | By
(2026-06-15). The Central Intelligence Agency at Swan Island before, during, and after the Bay of Pigs Invasion of Cuba. covertactionmagazine.com [This article continues CovertAction Magazine's efforts to illuminate the history of the CIA.—Editors] The CIA's "Brief History of Radio Swan," formerly classified SECRET EYES ONLY, begins with this paragraph: "On 17 March 1960, President Eisenhower approved a covert action program to bring about the replacement of the Castro regime. Within the propaganda framework of that …
(2026-06-15). June 30, 2026 Webinar: Cuba's Queer Rights Revolution! — No U.S. War On Cuba! End the U.S. Blockade! wibailoutpeople.org 
Hear from socialist, queer, trans and union activists who visited Cuba and wrote the book: "Cuba's Queer Rights' Revolution: Love is the law" with Melinda Butterfield & Gregory E. Williams. The same White House regime trying to strangle and destroy socialist Cuba, is the same cabal trying to exterminate our Trans and Queer siblings in …
(2026-06-15). Cuba y Granada refuerzan vínculos parlamentarios. radiohc.cu Leo Cato, presidente de la Cámara de Representantes de Granada, recibió en Saint George a la embajadora de Cuba en ese país, Yadirys Echenique Paz, en un encuentro que reafirmó la voluntad de fortalecer los vínculos institucionales y la cooperación bilateral, informó el portal del Ministerio de Relaciones Exteriores, Cubaminrex. | Durante la reunión, la diplomática trasladó el saludo de la dirección de la Asamblea Nacional del Poder Popular de Cuba y destacó el buen estado de las relaciones entre los legislativos de ambos países, así como la disposición de mantener un diálogo fluido con sus homólogos granadinos.
(2026-06-15). Gaza's armed groups submit revised roadmap to mediators. newarab.com 
(2026-06-15). Starmeroid MP left red-faced as Gaza email prosecution collapses. thecanary.co 
Starmeroid MP Peter Kyle and state prosecutors have been humiliated today after a constituent resoundingly defeated Kyle's attempt to criminalise her for emailing him about Israel's Gaza crimes. Claire Kerrison had copied Kyle — her constituency MP — in on emails to Keir Starmer and his ministers about Israel's criminal abduction of humanitarian volunteers trying […] | By
(2026-06-15). Australia to probe Israel's abuse of Gaza flotilla activists. newarab.com 
Australia's federal police said Monday they are investigating claims of abuse by Israeli officials made by citizens who were abducted by the Israeli navy in international waters from their Some members of a group of Australian activists have alleged they were subjected to "physical, psychological and Following a meeting…
(2026-06-15). Nancy Fraser: Gaza as World Event. newleftreview.org The global reverberations of Israel's destruction of Gaza, understood as world event—an epochal turning point which serves to reveal the changing nature of the times. Philosophical reflections on the rise of a new-era McCarthyism in Germany and the US.
(2026-06-15). No consensus for EU sanctions against Ben-Gvir, top diplomat says. al-monitor.com BRUSSELS, June 15 (Reuters) – EU foreign ministers have not reached a consensus to approve sanctions against Israel's far-right National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir, EU's top diplomat Kaja Kallas said on Monday."Many member states have also proposed to sanction Minister Ben-Gvir, but no consensus on that was reached," she said.Western governments have expressed outrage after Ben-Gvir posted a video of himself taunting activists who had intended to bring humanitarian aid to Gaza being pinned to the ground.
(2026-06-15). Global Surge in Attacks on Education Continues, Rising More Than 40 Percent Worldwide. hrw.org Click to expand Image | Gaza's education system lies in ruins. | © Plan International / Ahmed Salama | (New York) — At least 8,500 attacks on education took place globally in 2024-2025, a more than 40 percent increase from the previous two-year period, according to Education Under Attack 2026, released today by the Global Coalition to Protect Education from Attack (GCPEA). These attacks harmed over 10,600 students, teachers, and education personnel across 83 countries, including 55 not in active armed conflict."We believe the true increase is far higher," said Felicity Pearce, lead researcher for Ed…
(2026-06-15). Israeli forces kill four in Gaza ahead of truce talks in Egypt. newarab.com 
Israeli strikes and gunfire killed at least four Palestinians in Medics said an Israeli airstrike killed a woman in the town of Zawayda in the central Gaza Strip, while another strike killed one person in the nearby Nuseirat refugee camp. | Later on Monday, an Israeli airstrike targeted…
(2026-06-15). Australia lags on scam victim reimbursement. independentaustralia.net 
(2026-06-15). EconoScope | Chinese elements shine at 2026 FIFA World Cup. ecns.cn From young flag bearers and match officials to smart technology, designer toys, transport services and stadium renovation, Chinese elements are making a wide-ranging impact at the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
(2026-06-15). Iran, U.S. agree on ceasefire on all fronts, lifting of naval blockade: Iranian deputy FM. ecns.cn S.agree on ceasefire on all fronts, lifting of naval blockade: Iranian deputy FM.S.fulfillment of its preliminary commitments, which will be verified by Tehran from now until the signing ceremony.
(2026-06-15). Palestinian leader Abbas announces presidential election in 2027. newarab.com 
Palestinian president Abbas, 90, won the last Palestinian presidential election in 2005 with a mandate of four years, meaning his term should have expired in 2009. | However his term was extended and no presidential election has been held since, with Abba…
(2026-06-15). Chinese vlogger Li Ziqi named ambassador for 48th WorldSkills Competition in Shanghai. ecns.cn Chinese content creator Li Ziqi has been appointed as a promotion ambassador for the 48th WorldSkills Competition, which will be held in Shanghai from September 22 to 27.
(2026-06-15). Gaethje shocks Topuria to win UFC lightweight title at White House event. aljazeera.com In perhaps the biggest upset in UFC history, ‚ÄåGaethje becomes champion after Topuria's corner stops fight.
(2026-06-15). Thomas Meaney: Western Promises. newleftreview.org Thomas Meaney on Fritz Bartel, The Triumph of Broken Promises. The Cold War's end recast as upshot of a contest to enforce capital's discipline, East and West.
(2026-06-15). Stuff stuns with 'bold' call on new Post editor. asiapacificreport.nz 
ANALYSIS: By Colin Peacock of RNZ Mediawatch Change is a constant in the tough world of digital-age news media these days and many old ways have fallen by the wayside. But the appointment of Matthew Hooton, someone outside journalism — and also one of this country's bluntest critics of it — to edit a major…
(2026-06-15). Manmade climate change responsible for extreme sea level rise: Study. ummid.com Human-caused climate change is responsible for the unprecedented increases in extreme sea water levels at local and regional scales across the globe during the 21st century, a new research has found.
(2026-06-15). BRICS+: The Russia-Egypt Grain Deal Is About a Lot More Than Food. infobrics.org Egypt feeds 112 million people. It cannot grow enough wheat to do it. Agricultural trade between Russia and Egypt grew by more than 15% in the first four months of 2026, announced quietly on the sidelines of a grain industry forum…
(2026-06-15). Rich Flu: What happens when wealth becomes a plague? wsws.org In a darkly humorous and disturbing movie, a media executive approaches the high point of her career just as a mysterious illness begins to kill the world's plutocrats.
(2026-06-15). Behold the U.S.'s 250th birthday, brought to you by corporate behemoths, via Trump. peoplesworld.org 
WASHINGTON—Behold the United States' 250th birthday celebration, brought to you by a cavalcade of corporate behemoths, via Donald Trump. And much of it will be paid for by you and me. At least $103 million in taxpayer dollars were funneled to favorite Trump companies via no-bid contracts from the Trump-established celebration committee, Freedom 250. It …
(2026-06-15). JoSAA 2026 Seat Allotment 1 Today: Link, Steps to Check. ummid.com The Joint Seat Allocation Authority (JoSAA) for admission to IITs, NITs, IIEST, IIITs and Other-GFTIs based on JEE Advanced 2026 score is set to release on its official website 'josaa.nic.in' the Seat Allocation 1 result, also called as Seat Allotment Round 1, today i.e. Saturday June 13, 2026.
(2026-06-15). Carving out a better future for SA's youth. sanews.gov.za Carving out a better future for SA's youth | As South Africa commemorates the 50th anniversary of the Soweto Uprising on Tuesday, 16 June 2026, Minister of Higher Education and Training Buti Manamela says the task ahead is clear: to create opportunities for the country's youth through education, skills development and pathways into employment. ⚪ "For millions of young people, access to education and skills development represents a pathway to dignity, economic participation and a better future. That understanding has strengthened my resolve to ensure that our institutions are responsive, accountable and focused o…
(2026-06-15). Why Pauline Hanson's small business message falls flat. independentaustralia.net 
(2026-06-15). 6 killed in pickup truck rear-end crash in north China's Inner Mongolia. ecns.cn Six people were killed when a pickup truck crashed into a parked water truck in Ejin Banner, north China's Inner Mongolia Autonomous Region, on Sunday morning, local authorities said.
(2026-06-15). Shares jump, oil skids in Asia on news of Gulf deal. newarab.com 
Share markets surged in Asia on Monday while the dollar slipped and oil prices slid as
(2026-06-15). Tunisia fires head coach after World Cup thrashing. newarab.com 
The Tunisian Football Federation announced his dismissal on its Instagram account. Written in Arabic, the statement was translated by Google. | "An agreement has been officially reached to dismiss coach Sabri Lamouchi," the statement read. | "Plans are underway to appoint Mondher Kebaier as the national team coach (on an interim basis) to complete the…
(2026-06-15). MQM-P renews demand for urban province in Sindh. tribune.com.pk 
Muttahida Qaumi Movement-Pakistan (MQM-P) Chairman Khalid Maqbool Siddiqui on Sunday strongly defended his party's political role and legacy in Karachi, saying that the city's present development is largely the outcome of MQM's past efforts in local governance. | Speaking at a ceremony on Sunday, Siddiqui said MQM was not present in Karachi from the beginning and argued that the party emerged in response to long-standing issues faced by the city's residents. | "If Karachi had no problems, then why did MQM come into existence?" he asked, using a rhetorical comparison, adding, "Were rivers of milk flowing in the…
(2026-06-15). Man, son gunned down over land dispute. tribune.com.pk 
A man and his son were shot dead while two passing women were injured in a double murder incident over a land dispute in the Chakri area of Nasirabad Police Station limits, Rawalpindi. | According to police, the victims identified as Syed Shahzad Tabassum and Syed Mustafa Shah were returning after attending a funeral when armed assailants intercepted their vehicle near New Abadi Chakri Road and opened fire. | Police said Syed Umar Farooq stated that he, along with others including Syed Shahzad Tabassum, had come to attend the funeral. After the funeral prayers, they were returning when their vehicles were targ…
(2026-06-15). Loic Wacquant: Against Abolitionism. newleftreview.org A sociological critique of calls for the wholesale elimination of police, courts and prisons, arguing instead for a radical 'penal minimalism'—a better-funded system, with fewer suspects funnelled into it, and imprisonment a punishment of last resort.
(2026-06-15). Family blames driver in Murree crash. tribune.com.pk 
The tragic accident in the Khajat area of the Murree Expressway involving tourists from Multan has taken a new turn after statements from the affected family member, Kashif, sparked fresh debate on social media. | Kashif, who lost 10 members of his family in the incident, including his mother, wife, and five children, alleged that the accident occurred after an argument broke out between children in the vehicle and the driver over loud music. | According to him, the children had asked the driver to turn off loud songs during the journey, which led to a heated exchange between them. He further claimed that, in…
(2026-06-15). "Seize the Means of Knowledge Production" : Durba Mitra on Third World Feminists and Their Fight Against Patriarchal Authoritarianism. publicbooks.org "I suggest that the building of women's organizations through cross border collaboration leads to a total transformation of civil society."
(2026-06-15). Capitalist oligarchy, the UAW and the class struggle. wsws.org On the eve of the UAW Constitutional Convention, American capitalism has minted its first trillionaire, SpaceX CEO Elon Musk.
(2026-06-15). Complaints filed against UK synagogue for Israel property event. newarab.com 
The fallout from a controversial Israeli real estate fair held in north The contro…
(2026-06-15). Soup Street – An Interview with Food Not Bombs co-founder Keith McHenry. indybay.org Audio interview with Keith McHenry, co-founder in 1980 of Food Not Bombs. His newly published memoir is titled "Soup Street" and the local book opening is in Santa Cruz, California on Friday, June 12, 2026 at 6PM at London Nelson Community Center in room 3.
(2026-06-15). Push to Reform IDAs Stalls in Albany. mediasanctuary.org Industrial Development Authorities (IDAs) exist to give local officials the ability to promote economic development by awarding tax breaks to companies. Critics contend that many of the projects fail to deliver on promised job creation and push for greater accountability for performance. Ron Deutsch of New Yorkers for Fiscal Fairness and Reimagine Albany talks to Mark Dunlea of Hudson Mohawk Magazine about the largely unsuccessful efforts to enact reforms in the recent legislative session.
(2026-06-15). Muharram majalis begin today. tribune.com.pk 
Majalis commemorating the martyrs of Karbala will formally begin on Monday (today) at imambargahs across Rawalpindi and Islamabad. | From today until the 5th of Muharram, majalis at every imambargah will continue daily until midnight. From the 6th of Muharram, with the start of mourning processions, the duration of majalis and processions will be extended until 2am daily. | Strict security arrangements have been completed at all imambargahs in the twin cities. Entry of vehicles and motorcycles into roads and streets surrounding imambargahs will remain prohibited. Closed-circuit cameras have been installed arou…
(2026-06-15). WHYY Newscast for Monday 6:00 a.m. whyy.org The latest local headlines from WHYY…
(2026-06-15). Britain seizes Russian tanker as drumbeat for more military spending grows louder. wsws.org If Labour Prime Minister Keir Starmer does not succeed in meeting the demands of the warmongers, then replacements are waiting in the wings to implement their agenda.
(2026-06-15). 5 killed after car plunges into canal in Egypt. ecns.cn CAIRO, June 14 ⚪ Five people were killed on Sunday after their car plunged into the Mariouteya Canal in Egypts Giza Governorate, state-run Ahram Online news website reported.
(2026-06-15). LAPD Kills Woman's Dog During Response To Noise Complaint That Turned Out To Be Knicks Celebration. newsone.com 
Source: Myung J. Chun / Getty | Police officers with the According to
(2026-06-15). Zimbabwe-Russia Economic Ties Deepen as Investors Explore Key Sectors. infobrics.org Russian investors are increasingly turning their attention to Zimbabwe following Vice President General (Rtd) Dr Constantino Chiwenga's visit to Nizhny Novgorod, where he engaged government officials, technology leaders and business executives at the CIPR Conference…
(2026-06-15). Belgium fight back to draw with Egypt in World Cup group game. newarab.com 
Emam Ashour opened the scoring early in the first half in Seattle, before Romelu Lukaku came off the bench after the hour to force Egypt's Mohamed Hany into an own goal. | With the draw, seven-time Africa Cup of Nations champions Egypt's wait for a first victory at a World Cup goes on. | This is their fourth participati…
(2026-06-15). Traffic hits a rough patch as Lasbela dug up. tribune.com.pk 
City's Lasbela Chowk has turned into a daily test of patience, where broken roads and rising dust now speak louder than the traffic itself. While authorities continue to paint a picture of modern infrastructure and smooth highways for the public, the ground reality tells a very different story – one where water and gas utility works repeatedly dig up the same roads, leaving them in chaos and slow to recover. | The latest disruption stems from ongoing water pipeline installation outside Jamia Masjid Nauman, where excavation work has yet to be properly restored. The area in front of the mosque's main gate and su…
(2026-06-15). Mobilise resident doctors against the BMA sellout deal with Starmer government. wsws.org As a matter of principle, no offer should be used to call off mandated strike action before British Medical Association members have been given time to scrutinise its contents and determine whether it meets their demands.
(2026-06-15). Ghani reveals Rs20b corruption in Sindh Labour Dept. tribune.com.pk 
Sindh Minister for Labour, Human Resources and Social Security Saeed Ghani on Sunday disclosed that corruption exceeding a whopping Rs20 billion had taken place within his department, claiming that he was facing pressure over the matter but remained committed to holding those responsible accountable. | Addressing the All Pakistan Women Workers Conference organised by the Home-Based Women Workers Federation at the Arts Council of Pakistan Karachi, Ghani said officials allegedly involved in corruption had been transferred, but court decisions had subsequently supported some of those transferred. | "I cannot rein…
(2026-06-15). 7 reasons UPI payment gateways are winning over Indian shoppers. ummid.com A UPI payment gateway wins because it brings together speed, simplicity, trust and mobile-first convenience at the exact moment shoppers decide to pay.
(2026-06-15). Calling someone a 'donkey' online could cost $1,000 in Morocco. newarab.com 
(2026-06-15). Settlers douse elderly Palestinian with gasoline in West Bank. newarab.com 
Settler violence in the occupied Yaser Saeed said he was preparing to leave the local mosque after evening prayers when settlers sprayed gasoline through a window, covering the righ…
(2026-06-15). 2nd Hottest Spring in U.S. History. juancole.com By Bob Henson, Yale Climate Connections | — | The period of March through May 2026 ranked as the second warmest spring in records going back to 1895 for the contiguous U.S., The nationwide average temperatures for both spring 2012 (56.17 degrees Fahrenheit) and 2026 (55.79 ∞F) are both more than 1.5 ∞F above any rivals in the 131-year dat…
(2026-06-15). The horrifying truth about Trump's cage match. peoplesworld.org 
On Sunday, June14, Trump threw an 80th birthday bash for himself (he says it was to honor of the 250th birthday of the United States) with a "Freedom250" Ultimate Fighting Championship cage match on the South Lawn of the White House. It was a bloody gladiator fight taking place inside a 600-ton, 154-feet-tall skeletal structure …
(2026-06-15). USPS workers discuss 4 deaths at Palmetto facility, privatization drive in public meeting. wsws.org The USPS Workers Rank-and-File Committee meeting reviewed the four deaths at Palmetto, Steiner's restructuring plans, the USPS safety crisis and reports from postal workers in Britain and Canada.
(2026-06-15). Will The Simpsons correctly predict this year's FIFA World Cup. albawaba.com 
ALBAWABA – The Simpsons has become famous over the years for its correct predictions, such as the September 9/11 attacks and Trump's presidency. But one prediction that circulates every four years has yet to come true.In a 1997 episode of The Simpsons dubbed 'The Cartridge Family', a television show displayed a football match between Mexico and Portugal in Springfield, the town where the show takes place; this scene is said to be a prediction of the 2026 FIFA World Cup final.This prediction, however, is not new; having been going viral online in the 2018 and 2022 World Cups, with 2026 being the latest, and will n…
(2026-06-15). KCET 2026 Verification Slip Link Active, Download Now. ummid.com The Karnataka Examination Authority (KEA) has made active on its official website 'cetonline.karnataka.gov.in' the link to download Karnataka UGCET 2026 or KCET 2026 Verification Slip in PDF.
(2026-06-15). Fincantieri CEO Opens Up About The Constellation Class Frigate Debacle. twz.com 
(2026-06-15). Wednesday 6/17: Pesticides News Conference at Headquarters. indybay.org Driscoll's Headquaters | 345 West Ridge | Watsonville, CA 95076…
(2026-06-15). Zionist MP Tapp asks Polanski "What should a terrorist look like?" thecanary.co 
Israel-fanatic and Labour Friends of Israel (LFI) vice-chair Labour MP Mike Tapp isn't the brightest — or most moral — bulb in the box. Tapp thinks it's great for police to beat the crap out of a helpless suspect. So maybe it's no surprise he didn't see what a door he was opening when he […] | By
(2026-06-15). Ghana's queer movement is losing a fight it could be 'winning'. globalvoices.org Ghana passes the anti-LGBTQ+ bill days after receiving global acclaim for human rights advocacyOriginally published on This story was written by Abdul-Wadud Mohammed and
(2026-06-15). Sweden beat Tunisia 5-1 in strong start to World Cup. aljazeera.com Two goals from Ayari and one each from Isak, Gyokeres and Svanberg take Sweden to the top of Group F in Monterrey.
(2026-06-15). Bulgaria decides not to send weapons to Ukraine. infobrics.org The change in Bulgarian stance should serve as an example to all countries in the region.
(2026-06-15). Social media ban fails to tackle root causes of dangerous online misogyny. thecanary.co 
Today the UK government has confirmed it will implement a long-anticipated ban on social media use for under-16s in the UK. As Maddison Wheeldon wrote for the Canary, this move does little for young people while letting big tech companies off the hook. And girls' rights charity Plan International UK has added that the ban […] | By
(2026-06-15). Monument to shared anti-fascist memory: the legacy of Langwogou. ecns.cn In Zhangbei County of China's Hebei Province, a monument stands in tribute to the fallen soldiers of the Soviet Union and Mongolia who fought the Japanese aggressors. It bears witness to a deeply moving chapter in the history of the World Anti-Fascist War, a memory that transcends time and boundaries.
(2026-06-15). Zionist land sales: profiting from Palestinian dispossession. cpusa.org 
On May 5, 2026, the Park East Synagogue in Manhattan hosted this year's "Great Israeli Real Estate Event," an annual affair that facilitates the sale of stolen Palestinian land in the occupied West Bank. For years, this event and others like it have operated in New York City (NYC) with the quiet, unremarkable efficiency of a hundred other real estate expos. A table, a glossy brochure, a handshake, transactions as banal as they are brutal.
(2026-06-15). Burlington, WI, June 20, 2026: Juneteenth Celebration! wibailoutpeople.org 
BCD Racism IT'S OFFICIAL. Burlington's 7th Annual Juneteenth Celebration returns on June 20, 2026 12 PM — 5 PM Low Daily For seven years, our community has come together to commemorate freedom, celebrate culture, uplift local businesses, and create space for connection across generations. And we're building even bigger for 2026. Mark your calendars. More …
(2026-06-15). China's market regulator summons Walmart China over Sam's Club food safety issues. ecns.cn BEIJING, June 15 ⚪ Chinas top market regulator has held talks with Walmart China regarding food safety problems found in Sams Clubs brick-and-mortar stores and online shops, the regulator said on Monday.
(2026-06-15). Student protesters defy event boss to expose arms insurance cover-up. thecanary.co 
Student protesters have released footage and delivered letters to Sompo Insurance headquarters, defying attempts by event organisers to cover up the violent removal of activists from a major London financial conference. The incident occurred at the Insurance Linked Securities Conference, hosted by Insurance Insider, where four activists, including a 17-year-old student, were pushed and dragged […] | By
(2026-06-15). Cross-strait graffiti artists compete in Shenzhen's 'Wall Vibes' contest. ecns.cn Eighteen graffiti artists from the Chinese mainland and Taiwan gathered Friday at the Sea World Culture and Arts Center in Shenzhen for the "Wall Vibes" cross-strait youth graffiti invitational, the China News Service reported.
(2026-06-15). Big Tech's Campus Takeover, ICE's Expanding Reach. projectcensored.org First up, cohost Mickey Huff sits down with media analyst Nolan Higdon to dig into big tech's hold on higher ed – namely, their aims to surveil, extract, and breach. Nolan digs into a recent hacking scandal, how big tech aligns with the likes of Epstein, and a dark history of eugenics, big tech propaganda, and authentic resistance. | Next up, Dr. Austin Kocher comes back on the program to dig into some recent news that didn't make the news vis-à -vis immigration, from overcrowding court hearings to expedited deportation to handpicking so-called deportation judges, the cruelty is the point. But there are some glim…
(2026-06-15). Putin unleashes over 50 missiles & hundreds of drones as Russia strikes Kyiv's 1000-year-old monastery. hindustantimes.com Ukraine reports one of the largest overnight attacks in recent months as Russia launched a massive wave of missiles and drones targeting Kyiv and multiple cities across the country. Ukrainian officials say dozens of missiles and hundreds of drones were used, causing civilian casualties, widespread damage to residential areas, and disruptions to critical infrastructure. A historic religious site within the Kyiv Pechersk Lavra complex was also struck, sparking outrage from cultural and religious leaders. Additional strikes were reported in Kharkiv, Sumy, and Dnipro, damaging museums, colleges, and homes. The assaul…
(2026-06-15). Voting For The Same Kind Of Leader Is A Devil's Errand That Must Be Avoided. newsone.com 
(2026-06-15). Under war clouds, revenues falter, debt costs rise. tribune.com.pk 
Pakistan's fiscal crisis is no longer a warning; it is a lived reality. Recurrent expenditures continue to rise while federal revenues falter, leaving little room for development spending. Every year, the government accepts ambitious tax and non-tax revenue targets under IMF programmes, yet its administrative machinery repeatedly falls short of achieving them. | The cost of running the civil government (RoCG) has surged by nearly 80%, from Rs89.5 billion in Q1FY2022 to over Rs161 billion in Q1FY2026. During the first half of FY26, RoCG increased 12.3% to Rs380.6 billion and exceeded Rs629 billion in 9MFY26, up…
(2026-06-15). Palestine Action ban to stay in place as courts rule human rights protest is 'terrorism'. thecanary.co 
The Court of Appeal has ruled in favour of home secretary Shabana Mahmood's appeal against the High Court's ruling that the 'terrorism' ban on Palestine Action was unlawful. The appeals court decided that the ban was a proportionate infringement on UK human rights and did not exceed the government's powers. Palestine Action The judge reading […] | By
(2026-06-15). Govt backs framework for drug-free campus. tribune.com.pk 
The Punjab government has pledged support for expanding a framework designed to address substance abuse and mental health challenges among university students to educational institutions across the province. | After the Beaconhouse National University unveiled two manuals designed to provide an institutional framework for building a drug-free and psychologically supportive campus, the Higher Education Commission (HEC) has also initiated the process of establishing a committee led by Vice Chancellor Dr Moeed Yusuf to explore the replication of the model throughout the country. | Addressing the gathering, Punjab…
(2026-06-15). Chile's fascistic Kast government seizes student debtors' savings accounts with aid of Boric-era laws. wsws.org The legal architecture now being used to seize workers' wages was built through the very reform that the pseudo-left sold to students as a "victory."
(2026-06-15). Uruguay squad lands in US after flight delay ahead of World Cup opener. aljazeera.com Uruguay arrived in the US less than 24 hours before the kickoff time for their game against Saudi Arabia.
(2026-06-15). WHYY Newscast for Monday 11:00 a.m. whyy.org The latest local headlines from WHYY…
(2026-06-15). Giant '86 47′ Marker Found On Lawn Of National Mall. newsone.com 
Source: Kevin Dietsch / Getty | Apparently, someone had some serious time on their hands, as the U.S. Park Police is investigating a large "86 47" marker on the lawn of the National Mall. |
(2026-06-15). The Ebola epidemic in the Congo: Nearly 1 month since the declaration of the Public Health Emergency of International Concern. wsws.org Nearly one month since the declaration of a public health emergency of international concern, WHO Director-General Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus has issued a bleak assessment of the outbreak.
(2026-06-15). China's rocket launches 8 satellites into orbit. ecns.cn China on Monday launched a Lijian-1 Y14 carrier rocket with eight satellites onboard. The rocket successfully sent the satellites into the planned orbit.
(2026-06-15). The Kushner-Israel nexus behind the Albania 'flamingo revolution'. responsiblestatecraft.org Albania, a small Balkan nation on the Adriatic coast, seldom makes headlines. But
(2026-06-15). France, Britain push Hormuz mission as Iran, US agree to end war. newarab.com 
France and Britain are pushing plans for a multinational naval mission to safeguard shipping through the Diplomats say Iran has signalled strong opposition to any foreign military presence in the waterway and could seek to impose transit fees on shipping – a red line for European powers – making its stance decisive for any de…
(2026-06-15). Suthra Punjab vehicles left to rust. tribune.com.pk 
Newly acquired sanitation vehicles under the "Suthra Punjab" cleanliness initiative have reportedly been left exposed in the open for the past one-and-a-half years near the Pothohar Town office and Facilitation Centre at the District Courts complex, resulting in significant deterioration and alleged theft of parts. | The vehicles – including loaders, trolleys, tractors and smaller utility vehicles – have reportedly suffered rust damage and fading paint due to prolonged exposure to heavy rainfall and intense sunlight. | Officials and local sources said the lack of security during evening and night hours had als…
(2026-06-15). Weekly Climate and Energy News Roundup. wattsupwiththat.com Quote of the Week: "In scientific debate, it is neither power nor authority that should carry decisive weight, but only scientific truth itself" — Ferenc Deák, 1803‚àí1876, Hungarian Stateman [H/t István János Kovács]…
(2026-06-15). Watch: Sundar Pichai booed at Stanford University over Google support to Israel. ummid.com Google CEO, Sundar Pichai, was booed over the support the tech giant is providing to Israel and greeted by students chanting 'Free Palestine' slogans as he rose to address the Stanford University's 2026 Graduation Ceremony Sunday June 14, 2026.
(2026-06-15). Palestine Action vows to fight on after UK court backs ban. newarab.com 
(2026-06-15). Urgent Need to Restore Harmony as Festivals Become New Ground to Spread Hate. ummid.com There is an urgent need to restore love and harmony between diverse sections of our society as the right wing groups backed by the BJP and RSS are using religious festivals as the new ground to spread communal hate.
(2026-06-15). Trump Administration Ordered To Restore Removed Exhibits At National Parks. newsone.com 
Source: Heather Diehl / Getty | Upon taking office for his second term, one of President Donald Trump's first actions was to sign an executive order aimed at removing "improper ideology" from national parks and the Smithsonian museums. So basically, any exhibits that acknowledge America was built by slave labor on stolen land. That effort has hit a roadblock after a federal judge ruled that the Trump administration must restore all exhibits that were changed as a result of the executive order. |
(2026-06-15). Israel is dismantling the occupied West Bank's economy: ICG. newarab.com 
The economy in the The International Crisis Group says that
(2026-06-15). Trump's White House cage match: A fascistic exercise in sadism. wsws.org It would be difficult to conjure up a more grotesque expression of the collapse of American democracy and the depravity of American capitalism in its death agony.
(2026-06-15). 15 Afghan nationals rounded up in Chachro operation. tribune.com.pk 
Fifteen suspected Afghan nationals were detained during a joint operation conducted by intelligence and law enforcement agencies in Chachro tehsil of Tharparkar district on Sunday, police sources said. | According to officials, the operation targeted Afghan families residing in the vicinity of Chachro police station. During the raid, authorities scrutinised residency records and identity documents of several people, following which 15 suspects were taken into custody. | The detainees were later shifted to Karachi for further investigation and legal proceedings. | Local residents claimed that most of the detain…
(2026-06-15). Mahmoud Khalil keynotes alternative Stanford grad ceremony. newarab.com 
The scene looked like a traditional university graduation day—a lectern and a microphone, white chairs with new What made this event different was its display of Palestinian flags and the presence of speakers—Columbia University graduate
(2026-06-15). The NY Knicks championship and the social reality behind New York's "impossible joy" wsws.org The reaction to the Knicks' first NBA championship in 53 years is not simply about basketball. It expresses, in distorted form, immense social tensions for which workers and youth have been denied any progressive political outlet.
(2026-06-15). Maharashtra 11th Admission 2026 CAP Round 2 Allotment Today, Check Here. ummid.com School Education and Sports Department Maharashtra is releasing on its official website 'mahafyjcadmissions.in' today i.e. Saturday June 13, 2026 CAP Round 2 Allotment List of the students who are seeking admission in Class 11 First Year Junior College (FYJC) for the year 2026.
(2026-06-15). Sunday 6/14: Hikers for Palestine: Walking in Solidarity with the Children of Palestine. indybay.org Meet at the Lake Anza parking lot (Lake Anza Rd, Berkeley)…
(2026-06-15). Political issues in the Karmelo Anthony murder case. wsws.org Anthony's 35-year prison sentence stands in sharp contrast to far more lenient sentences and outright acquittals given to defendants in similar "self defense" cases, namely those in which victims were political targets of the Trump administration and the far right.
(2026-06-15). New front in the Target struggle? Labor joins the Black-led boycott. peoplesworld.org 
Two major labor organizations recently affirmed their support for the nationwide Target boycott, which started in February 2025. The first is the Coalition of Black Trade Unionists (CBTU), which passed a resolution at its 55th convention during Memorial Day weekend in Atlanta encouraging its members to "refrain from patronizing Target until the company demonstrates a …
(2026-06-15). B-52 Bomber Crashes At Edwards Air Force Base In California (Updated). twz.com 
A massive tower of black smoke emanated from near the main runway at Edwards AFB which we now know was caused by the crash of a B-52.
(2026-06-15). The Taiwan Lobby moves to put a full court press on Trump. responsiblestatecraft.org Perhaps fearful of abandonment, or of being treated as a mere "bargaining chip" in negotiations with Beijing, Taiwan has worked diligently to ingratiate itself with President Donald Trump's inner circle. Just last month, Taipei
(2026-06-15). Paying Who? IBT Election Officer Rules IBT SOB Illegally Taking Employer $ For Union. indybay.org The national election supervisor of the Teamsters has ruled that the president Sean O'Brien has improperly taken employer funds for his pod cast Better Bad Ideas and attacking candidates from the Fearless slate. According to IBT International Vice President John Palmer SOB continues to ignore the decision of the election supervisor.
(2026-06-15). Fond du Lac, WI, June 20, 2026: Juneteenth Celebration! wibailoutpeople.org Ebony Vision Updated Our annual Juneteenth Celebration is a vibrant gathering rooted in culture, connection, and community. From curated vendors to intentional programming, every detail is designed to create a meaningful experience that honors the significance of Juneteenth while bringing people together. Come celebrate Black culture and excellence at Buttermilk Creek Park in Fond du …
(2026-06-15). White UFC Fighter Declares 'Michelle Obama Is A Man' At White House Event, And We're Just OK With This? newsone.com 
Source: Anadolu / Getty | Look, we didn't need any more evidence that MAGA America is largely comprised of racist, sexist, emotionally stunted morons who peaked socially and intellectually in grade school, but the UFC event that President Donald Trump authorized on the White House lawn certainly gave it to us. | On Sunday, UFC fighter Josh Hokit defeated fellow heavyweight Derrick Lewis at the Freedom 250 UFC event, and afterwards, he hit the stage and took a random shot at former First Lady Michelle Obama — because what better way to suck up to your MAGA messiah, get a crowd full of unwashed, inbred rac…
(2026-06-15). Russian Tu-22M3 Swing-Wing Bomber Seen Plunging Into The Ground. twz.com 
(2026-06-15). Faisalabad gets anti-smog guns to combat air pollution. tribune.com.pk 
The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has provided two anti-smog guns to Faisalabad as part of efforts to improve air quality and mitigate the harmful effects of smog ahead of the upcoming winter season. | EPA Director General Imran Hamid Sheikh formally inaugurated the anti-smog guns at the DC Office Complex. | The ceremony was attended by Additional Deputy Commissioner (General) Anwar Ali, Additional Deputy Commissioner (Finance and Planning) Mudassar Mumtaz, Deputy Director EPA Muhammad Usman Azhar, Faisalabad Chamber of Commerce and Industry President Farooq Yousaf Sheikh, All Pakistan Textile Processi…
(2026-06-15). Russia-India 2.0: Turning the Far East into a Joint Campus, not Just a Market. infobrics.org The development strategy for the Russian Far East holds particular significance, representing a point of mutual interest for both Moscow and New Delhi…
(2026-06-15). Talegaon: Where Connectivity, Industry and Liveability Converge. ummid.com The Pune Ring Road – whose western section is targeted for completion by May 2027 – will directly benefit the Talegaon belt, connecting it to Hinjewadi IT Park, Lohegaon Airport, and PCMC without traversing city arteries.
(2026-06-15). Sweden demolish Tunisia 5-1 to seize control of World Cup group. newarab.com 
Sweden crushed Tunisia 5-1 on Sunday to leave the North African nation's defensive reputation in tatters and seize control of Graham Potter's men took the lead in Guadalupe in the seventh minute courtesy of Brighton midfielder Yasin Ayari's thunderbolt from outside the box, following a mix-up at the back. | The celebrations of Ayari, who is of Moroccan and Tunisian descent, were muted despite his fine finish. | Sweden doubled their lead on half an hour after a rapid break freed Alexander Isak on the left. | The Liverpool forward race…
(2026-06-15). Towards a BRICS Urban Audit Compact — Analysis. infobrics.org Addressing the recent BRICS Supreme Audit Institutions (SAI) Summit in Bengaluru, the Comptroller and Auditor General (CAG) of India emphasised that accountability must be at the heart of India's urban transformation…
(2026-06-15). Trump Calls Iran Deal "Complete" as Questions Linger Over Its Terms. truthout.org On Sunday evening, President Donald Trump announced that a "deal" had been reached between the United States and Iran, supposedly bringing a lasting end to hostilities in the unauthorized war he launched in late February. "The Deal with the Islamic Republic of Iran is now complete," Trump wrote in a post on his Truth Social website. "I hereby fully authorize the toll free opening of the… |
(2026-06-15). Sebastian Veg: Three Vistas of Hong Kong. newleftreview.org Sebastian Veg on Ming-Sho Ho, Be Water; Ching Kwan Lee, Forever Hong Kong; Edmund Cheng and Samson Yuen, The Making of Leaderful Mobilization. Studies of Hong Kong's 2019 protests.
(2026-06-15). Starmer has banned kids from social media instead of reining in capitalist big tech. thecanary.co 
PM Keir Starmer has announced a social media ban for under-16s which will prevent access to apps like Snapchat, TikTok, YouTube, Instagram, Facebook, and X. Taking inspiration from Australia, the UK will introduce a similar ban to take effect from Spring 2027. However, the government will go further by restricting livestream and 'stranger communication' for […] | By
(2026-06-15). Foreign ministers of China, Mongolia issue joint press communique on ties, cooperation. ecns.cn ULAN BATOR, June 14 ⚪ A joint press communique was issued on Sunday following talks between Mongolian Foreign Minister Batmunkh Battsetseg and visiting Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi.
(2026-06-15). Massive riot takes control of Kyiv's streets over Zelensky's forced mobilisation for army. hindustantimes.com Tensions erupted in Kyiv as reports say anti-mobilization protests clashed with police during a conscription-related detention attempt. According to local channels, the confrontation began when officers tried to detain a military-age man, prompting dozens of residents to intervene. The situation escalated into a standoff, with chants against authorities and police reportedly deploying tear gas to disperse the crowd. Videos circulating online show heated exchanges between protesters and officers. The incident highlights growing public frustration over Ukraine's ongoing mobilization efforts as the government seeks…
(2026-06-15). Woke Drama and Media Non-troversy Ensue after Artemis III All-Male Crew is Announced. wattsupwiththat.com Artemis III is not a social experiment but a high-risk, high-precision test mission meant to push hardware, procedures, and human performance to their limits. The priority is not optics; it is execution.
(2026-06-15). US firm HKN Energy takes over 7 oil fields from Kurds. al-monitor.com HKN Energy has begun operating seven oil fields under a 25-year agreement with Damascus, marking the first major production-sharing deal between Syria's new government and an international oil company.
(2026-06-15). Trump, Iran announce ceasefire agreement. wsws.org While the terms of the settlement remain undisclosed, this much is already clear: The Trump administration achieved none of the aims for which it went to war.
(2026-06-15). Bujrjeel Holdings announces Dh10 mn package for Indian/SL expats died in accident. ummid.com The UAE based Burjeel Holdings of Dr Shamsheer Vayalil has announced a Dh10 million package for the families of the Indian and Sri Lankan expatriates killed in a road accident in Dubai three days ago.
(2026-06-15). Two helicopters collide mid-air in Rio de Janeiro, killing 6 people. ecns.cn Two helicopters collided over Rio de Janeiro on Sunday morning and crashed in the city's western zone, killing all six people aboard, including American singer and comedian Oliver Tree, Argentine content creator Gaspar Prim Díaz , also known as Gaspi, and an Argentine director.
(2026-06-15). 'Yo soy Boricua': Delaware officially recognizes Puerto Rico Day with new law and flag raising. whyy.org 
What are journalists missing from the state of Delaware? What would you most like WHYY News to cover? "Yo soy boricua, pa que tu lo sepas," echoed through Legislative Hall as Puerto Ricans from across Delaware gathered to witness Gov. Matt Meyer sign "I am Puerto Rican, just so you know." | According to the U.S. Census Bureau, Puerto Ricans mak…