(2026-07-31). Analysis-Drone strike in Egypt sparks security concerns about Suez oil exports. al-monitor.com By Jonathan Saul, Marwa Rashad and Ahmad GhaddarLONDON, July 30 (Reuters) – A drone strike that damaged two gas tankers in Egyptian waters has renewed energy security concerns about the nearby Suez Canal and a related pipeline, a vital export route for Saudi Arabian oil since the beginning of the Iran war.Even as Iran and its Houthi allies have fired on tankers transiting the Strait of Hormuz and Bab el-Mandeb, Egypt's Suez Canal and Sumed pipeline continued to offer safe, northbound export routes for Saudi Red Sea energy cargoes.
(2026-07-31). US issues sanctions targeting support networks for Iran's Mahan Air. al-monitor.com WASHINGTON, July 30 (Reuters) – The United States on Thursday issued new sanctions on Thursday targeting global networks supporting Mahan Air, the Iranian carrier Washington says transports Iran's Revolutionary Guards personnel, as well as weapons and drones. The U.S. Treasury designated six entities and individuals in China, India, Russia and Iran, including several companies that act as sales agents for the U.S.- and E.U.-sanctioned airline, the department said in a statement.
(2026-07-31). Exclusive-Yemen's Houthis are attacking Saudi Arabia from Iraq, sources say. al-monitor.com By Timour Azhari and Mohammed GhobariRIYADH, July 30 (Reuters) – Yemen's Iran-aligned Houthis attacked Saudi Arabia this week from Iraqi territory in coordination with Iraqi armed groups, according to assessments by Saudi Arabia and regional partners, reflecting growing coordination among Iran-aligned militias, two officials in the region said.
(2026-07-31). Renewed Iran war raises US missile supply concerns. al-monitor.com Tehran's forces have carried out frequent missile and drone attacks in the Middle East since the breakdown of the US-Iran ceasefire, raising renewed concerns about Washington's supply of the weapons needed to intercept them. | Highlighting the issue, the US military said it shot down multiple ballistic missiles fired by Tehran in an "attempted surprise attack" this week, following a deadly Iranian strike on American troops in Jordan earlier this month.
(2026-07-31). Iran's new calculus: Strike first, talk later. al-monitor.com An increasingly emboldened Tehran has put President Donald Trump in a bind.
(2026-07-31). Turkey ready to participate in post-UNIFIL force in Lebanon, Erdogan tells Aoun. al-monitor.com Aoun paid a one-day visit to Ankara amid Lebanon's push to secure an Israeli withdrawal and end the fighting between Israel and Hezbollah.
(2026-07-31). Amnesty flags India arms sale to Israel. tribune.com.pk 
The Britain-based rights group on Thursday documented how India has "forged a close and profitable partnership with the Israeli defence sector and has become a significant contributor to the supply chains that support Israel's military operations". | Indian state-owned and private entities transferred at least 2,596 military shipments to Israel between October 2023 and November 2025, actively fueling the ongoing genocide in Gaza, a comprehensive report by Amnesty International revealed. | The investigative report, titled "Made in India: The Supply of Weapons and Ammunition to Israel," exposes how Indian defens…
(2026-07-31). Nobel Peace Prize winner Murad says justice for Yazidis far too slow. al-monitor.com Twelve years after the Islamic State's "genocide" of Yazidis in Iraq, Nadia Murad, a former sex slave of the jihadist group, said Thursday that progress towards justice remains far too slow. | IS jihadists seized large swathes of northern Syria and neighbouring Iraq in 2014, declaring a so-called caliphate.
(2026-07-31). US resumes strikes on Iran as global war escalates. wsws.org Trump ordered a pause to 13 nights of US air strikes on Iranian targets Friday under conditions in which US munition stockpiles, especially for its missile defence systems, are running low. However, recent days have underscored that American imperialism and its allies continue to systematically escalate the war.
(2026-07-31). Hamas agrees to deal for disarmament, Israel's withdrawal from Gaza. al-monitor.com Hamas said Friday it agreed to a deal to end the war with Israel that included provisions addressing its weapons and the gradual withdrawal of Israeli forces from the Gaza Strip. | The group's disarmament has been one of the key sticking points in the advancement of a ceasefire deal that has been in place in Gaza since October.
(2026-07-31). Explainer-What is US President Donald Trump's 'Board of Peace'? al-monitor.com By Kanishka Singh and Simon LewisWASHINGTON, July 30 (Reuters) – U.S. President Donald Trump said on Thursday his so-called Board of Peace reached a deal for the total disarmament ‚Äåof Hamas and other armed groups in Gaza and the withdrawal of Israeli forces from the territory. Trump said the agreement was "historic" and will be implemented in phases, with Israeli forces, which control about two-thirds of Gaza as of late April, withdrawing from the territory as disarmament proceeds.
english.palinfo.com (2026-07-30). Poll: Nearly half of Americans support arresting Netanyahu
Nearly half of Americans support the arrest of Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu if he enters the United States in compliance with an arrest warrant issued by the International Criminal Court (ICC), according to a new poll conducted by The Economist and YouGov.
(2026-07-31). Gaza ceasefire talks show rare breakthrough. tribune.com.pk 
Talks aimed at ending the conflict in Gaza have made rare progress, with mediators and Hamas leaders advancing discussions on the full implementation of a US-brokered peace plan during negotiations in Cairo, sources close to the talks said on Thursday. | A Hamas official and a diplomat familiar with the negotiations described the discussions as "positive" and "making progress", while cautioning that any breakthrough would depend on Israel's response and whether both sides could reach a comprehensive agreement. | The negotiations, involving mediators from Egypt, Qatar and Türkiye, are focused on the second…
(2026-07-31). Trump says 'Board of Peace' reaches Gaza disarmament deal. al-monitor.com July 30 (Reuters) – U.S. President Donald Trump said on Thursday his so-called "Board of Peace" reached an agreement for the complete disarmament of Palestinian Hamas militants and other armed groups in Gaza.In a post on Truth Social, Trump cast it as a "major milestone in the implementation of the Trump 20-Point Plan" to end Israel's war in Gaza.Trump said the deal would be carried out in phases, with Israeli forces withdrawing as disarmament proceeds and an International Stabilization Force working with a new Palestinian police force to secure the enclave.
(2026-07-31). IS claims killing of Taliban official. tribune.com.pk 
(2026-07-31). Pakistan exits war-risk list. tribune.com.pk 
Pakistan and its territorial waters have been removed from the Listed Areas of Lloyd's Market Association's Joint War Committee (JWC), after more than two decades, a move that will help reduce war-risk insurance premiums and shipping costs. | The announcement was made by Federal Minister for Maritime Affairs Muhammad Junaid Anwar Chaudhry while addressing the 2nd Pakistan Logistics and Shipping Summit (PLSS) 2026 on Thursday. The summit was attended by senior government officials, policymakers, representatives of financial institutions, logistics and shipping companies, freight forwarders, maritime experts, tr…
(2026-07-31). MG JW to export vehicles to Bangladesh. tribune.com.pk 
MG JW Automobile Pakistan has signed an agreement with Bangladesh's RANCON Group to export locally assembled vehicles to Bangladesh, marking a significant milestone for Pakistan's automotive industry, according to a statement on Thursday. | Under the agreement, MG JW will export 100 vehicles to Bangladesh during the current year, with total exports projected to reach 5,800 vehicles over the next four years. | Special Assistant to the Prime Minister on Industries and Production Haroon Akhtar Khan witnessed the signing ceremony and said the agreement would generate millions of dollars in foreign exchange for Pak…
(2026-07-30). 20th CPC Central Committee to hold fifth plenary session in October. ecns.cn The fifth plenary session of the 20th Communist Party of China (CPC) Central Committee will be held in Beijing in October, according to a decision made at a CPC Central Committee Political Bureau meeting on Thursday.
(2026-07-31). Guangdong town moves 239 residents to safety ahead of flood peak. ecns.cn A total of 239 residents have been evacuated overnight Sunday from Baokou Town in Huidong County, Huizhou, south China's Guangdong Province ahead of a flood peak triggered by Typhoon Noul. No one was killed or injured.
(2026-07-31). Turkey, Pakistan among 14 countries backing Saudi Arabia's anti-Houthi Red Sea alliance. al-monitor.com Riyadh won political backing from 14 countries for its proposed maritime defense coalition, but members have yet to commit to joining as Washington weighs its position.
(2026-07-31). AI-produced drama debuts on Chinese satellite TV. ecns.cn China's first mid-length costume drama on intangible cultural heritage, produced entirely by AIGC, recently aired on Anhui Satellite TV, a Chinese satellite television channel.
(2026-07-31). NZ tribunal finds Treaty reforms breach Te Tiriti principles, prejudice Māori, damage Māori-Crown relationship. asiapacificreport.nz 
By Layla Bailey-McDowell of RNZ New Zealand's Waitangi Tribunal has found the Crown breached multiple principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi by approving plans to repeal and weaken Treaty protections across 18 pieces of legislation, warning the changes would cause "significant prejudice" to MƒÅori and further damage the MƒÅori-Crown relationship. In its report, Te Tinihanga…
(2026-07-31). $55 Central Park bike ride sparks backlash over Citi Bike pricing. ecns.cn A New York resident's $54.98 bill for a 111-minute bicycle ride around Central Park has triggered widespread criticism of the city's bike-share program.
(2026-07-30). China Coast Guard patrols around Huangyan Dao to strengthen management of relevant waters. ecns.cn The China Coast Guard (CCG) on Thursday conducted law-enforcement patrols in the territorial sea of China's Huangyan Dao and its surrounding areas, it said in a statement released via its official WeChat account.
(2026-07-30). Guangxi's Qinzhou Port hits record H1 trade volume of 144.05 bln yuan. ecns.cn Port of Qinzhou registered import and export volume of 144.05 billion yuan in the first half of 2026, surging 32.8% year-on-year to a historic high for the period.
(2026-07-31). Iran steps up diplomatic pressure over US military presence in Europe. geo.tv Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi attends a press conference alongside Iraqi Foreign Minister Fuad Hussein , in Baghdad, Iraq, June 28, 2026. — Reuters Bulgaria approved deployment of eight US tanker aircraft and 250 personnel.Araqchi says move facilitated aggression…
(2026-07-31). SBP reserves drop $229m to $17.03b. tribune.com.pk 
The State Bank of Pakistan's (SBP) foreign exchange reserves declined by $229 million during the week ended July 24, 2026, settling at $17.03 billion, the central bank said. The drop was attributed to external debt repayments. | Pakistan's total liquid foreign reserves stood at $22.4 billion as of July 24. Of these, the SBP held $17.03 billion while the net reserves of commercial banks stood at $5.4 billion. | Furthermore, the Pakistani rupee closed at 277.81 against the US dollar in the inter-bank market on Thursday, gaining Rs0.01 from Wednesday's close at 277.82, as the greenback stabilised in early Asian t…
(2026-07-31). Power, fear and submission. onlineopinion.com.au How a once serious party surrendered judgment, subordinating institutions to a single strongman—and what must be done before the republic dangerously erodes from within.
(2026-07-31). Anthony Fauci's private diary and emails show he knew lockdowns failed. onlineopinion.com.au The most revealing Anthony Fauci interviews weren't on television. They were with himself.
(2026-07-31). Myanmar to take back 5,000 Rohingyas. tribune.com.pk 
Myanmar has agreed to accept the return of 5,000 Rohingya asylum seekers currently living in Malaysia, Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim announced, marking a significant development in efforts to address the long-running refugee issue between the two countries. | Speaking at a campaign rally ahead of regional elections in Negeri Sembilan, Anwar said the agreement had been made possible through Malaysia's good relations with Myanmar. "We have good relations with Myanmar. They have now agreed to take 5,000 Rohingya from Malaysia," Anwar said. | Home Minister Saifuddin Nasution Ismail said his ministry had been tasked…
(2026-07-31). Kunming coffee carnival brews global cultural exchange. ecns.cn The 2026 Dianchi International Coffee Culture Carnival will be held from Aug. 1 to 9 in Kunming, Yunnan Province, showcasing coffee as a bridge for cultural exchange and tourism.
(2026-07-30). Elderly man rescued after drifting at sea for 24 hours off Fujian coast. ecns.cn A man in his 60s was rescued by the Ningde Coast Guard in southeast China's Fujian Province after drifting at sea for nearly 24 hours, local authorities said Thursday.
(2026-07-31). Kanbula Global Geopark officially unveiled in Qinghai. ecns.cn The Kanbula Global Geopark was officially unveiled on Thursday in Tongren, Huangnan Zang Autonomous Prefecture, northwest China's Qinghai Province.
(2026-07-31). London protesters march through streets in solidarity with Azad Kashmir. aljazeera.com Protesters in London marched from Hyde Park towards the Pakistan High Commission on Thursday.
(2026-07-31). Beijing-Taipei youth table tennis exchange opens with 200 players. ecns.cn The 2026 Beijing-Taipei youth table tennis exchange opened in Beijing on Thursday, with over 200 young representatives from both sides of the Taiwan Strait taking part.
(2026-07-31). UK's highest court to hear Palestine Action's appeal against ban. al-monitor.com Britain's Supreme Court said on Thursday it has agreed to hear the high-profile case brought by the co-founder of activist group Palestine Action appealing against a contentious government ban which has led to thousands of arrests. | Huda Ammori has been fighting the group's prohibition by the interior ministry since it was imposed in July 2025 under the UK's Terrorism Act.
(2026-07-31). Cabinet rejects ban on rich purchases. tribune.com.pk 
The federal cabinet has rejected a proposal to immediately ban purchases of cars, investment in stocks, cash withdrawals and buying properties beyond a certain value by persons having insufficient declared resources to support these purchases. | The move underscores a weakened political will to go after these rich people and is also in breach of a commitment given to the International Monetary Fund (IMF) to ban these economic transactions from July 1 by ineligible persons. The finance ministry had tabled the summary in the special cabinet meeting held on June 12 to approve the new fiscal year's budget. But the…
(2026-07-31). Tens of millions face Medicaid cutoff, as Trump's "Big Beautiful Bill" work requirements lock into place. wsws.org A seismic change in how Medicaid benefits are distributed—requiring millions of recipients to provide documentation of 80 hours of work or face cutoff—has largely flown under the radar.
(2026-07-30). Chinese vice premier holds video call with U.S. treasury secretary, trade representative. ecns.cn Chinese Vice Premier He Lifeng, also China's lead person for China-U.S. economic and trade affairs, held a video call on Thursday with U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent and U.S. Trade Representative Jamieson Greer.
(2026-07-31). Britain's ban on Palestine Action group to be considered by top court. al-monitor.com LONDON, July 30 (Reuters) – The United Kingdom's Supreme Court has said it will hear an appeal against a lower court ruling that Britain's decision to ban campaign group Palestine Action as a terrorist organisation was lawful.London's Court of Appeal ruled in June that proscribing Palestine Action under terrorism laws was lawful because of its support for violence, after the High Court ruled in February that the ban unlawfully interfered with freedom of expression.
(2026-07-31). World Robot Contest Jiangsu qualifier kicks off in Yangzhou. ecns.cn The 2026 World Robot Contest Trials (WRCT) Jiangsu provincial qualifier kicked off at Hanjiang High School in Yangzhou, east China's Jiangsu Province, on Friday.
(2026-07-30). CPC leadership holds symposium to solicit advice on economic work. ecns.cn The Communist Party of China (CPC) Central Committee held a symposium with non-CPC personages to solicit opinions and suggestions on the country's current economic situation and economic work for the second half of the year.
(2026-07-31). Chinese mainland to promote CEPA upgrade with Hong Kong: spokesperson. ecns.cn China's Ministry of Commerce (MOFCOM) will work with the government of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region (HKSAR) to promote a new round of upgrade to the Closer Economic Partnership Arrangement (CEPA) between the mainland and Hong Kong.
(2026-07-31). The deadly Atlantic route: Over 140 people die while fleeing from West Africa to Europe. wsws.org The mass deaths in the Atlantic and the Mediterranean will only cease when the EU and its member governments are overthrown and brought to trial for their crimes and the murder of thousands of refugees.
(2026-07-30). Singapore's employment expands for 19th straight quarter. ecns.cn Singapore's labour market sustained its upward momentum in the second quarter of 2026, with total employment rising for the 19th consecutive quarter.
(2026-07-31). The Great "Hot Drought" Humbug: Why Lake Powell Is Really Drying Up. wattsupwiththat.com It is collapsing because a standard, historically recurring dry spell hit a river system that was already being pumped dry past its physical limits.
(2026-07-31). PPL makes 4th hydrocarbon find in Shah Bandar. tribune.com.pk 
Pakistan Petroleum Limited (PPL), the operator of Shah Bandar exploration licence, has made a gas and condensate discovery at exploratory well Rahi X-1, located in Sujawal district of Sindh province. | "This is the fourth consecutive discovery at the Shah Bandar Block by PPL as an operator with 63% working interest along with its joint-venture partners Mari Energies having 32% working interest, Sindh Energy Holding Company and Government Holdings Private Limited with 2.5% interest each," said PPL in a notification posted on the Pakistan Stock Exchange website. | According to the company, drilling at the Rahi X…
(2026-07-30). Death toll rises to 51 in SW China's Chongqing mountain collapse, 10 still missing. ecns.cn The death toll from a mountain collapse in Pengshui Miao and Tujia Autonomous County, southwest China's Chongqing, has risen to 51, and 10 people are still missing, local authorities said Thursday.
(2026-07-31). 'Fuel price hikes necessary for stability'. tribune.com.pk 
Addressing concerns over petroleum prices, Planning Minister Ahsan Iqbal said adjustments in petroleum product prices are directly linked to fluctuations in international oil markets and are necessary to maintain macroeconomic balance and fiscal discipline. | Speaking at a media briefing to launch the Ministry of Planning's Monthly Development Update for July, Iqbal said Pakistan had successfully moved its economy away from the risk of default and onto a path of recovery and stability. The government's priority now was to protect this stability and turn it into sustainable growth, increased investment and more…
(2026-07-31). World Rugby says no ultimatum given to Samoa over governance fiasco. asiapacificreport.nz 
By Christina Persico of RNZ Pacific World Rugby has denied reports that it gave Samoa an ultimatum to sort out problems over which body governs the sport in the country, or face a ban from international competition. This follows reports that the Samoan government was given 24 hours — until Friday — to accept a…
(2026-07-31). 'Soft image revival key to economic growth'. tribune.com.pk 
Pakistan possesses immense natural resources, tremendous human capital and vast economic potential, with nearly 65% of its population comprising youth, Lahore Chamber of Commerce and Industry (LCCI) President Faheemur Rehman Saigol said, stressing the need for collective efforts to project a positive image globally. | Speaking at a seminar on "Branding Pakistan: Building a Soft Image," Saigol urged all stakeholders, including the government, private sector, intellectuals and civil society, to work together for national development, poverty alleviation and strengthening Pakistan's international standing. | Form…
(2026-07-31). UNGA moves stalled UNSC reform talks to its 81st session. tribune.com.pk 
The UN General Assembly has unanimously decided to "roll over" the Intergovernmental Negotiations (IGN) on Security Council reform into its upcoming 81st session in September, with Pakistan calling the process the "only legitimate forum" to restructure the 15-member body to make it more effective. | "The reform of the Security Council is one of the most consequential institutional undertakings before the United Nations," Ambassador Asim Iftikhar Ahmad, permanent representative of Pakistan to the UN, told the 193-member Assembly. | The General Assembly acted without a vote in deciding to continue the IGN proces…
(2026-07-31). 488 national standards to take effect in China on Aug. 1. ecns.cn A total of 488 national standards, including 46 mandatory and 442 recommended ones, will take effect in China on Saturday.
(2026-07-31). China's largest associated gas processing station put into use in Xinjiang Oilfield. ecns.cn After a 15-day trial operation, a new facility for cooling associated gas at the No. 81 natural gas processing station of Xinjiang Oilfield's No. 2 Oil Production Plant began operations on Thursday, increasing the daily processing capacity of the station to 3.9 million cubic meters, becoming the largest of its kind in China.
(2026-07-31). China's BeiDou system goes global with expanding applications. ecns.cn Products based on China's BeiDou Navigation Satellite System have now been exported to more than 140 countries and regions, six years after Beidou's global positioning service was officially launched.
(2026-07-31). Widespread protests in Bangladesh against poverty wages, mass layoffs. wsws.org The wave of protests and strikes centred in the garment industry is part of a growing international upsurge of the working class, fuelled by the economic crisis exacerbated by the US war against Iran.
(2026-07-31). Spain deploys troops as migrants storm Ceuta. tribune.com.pk 
Spain will deploy military units to reinforce police in the North African enclave of Ceuta after thousands of migrants broke through the border from Morocco on Thursday, overwhelming security forces and prompting authorities to step up emergency measures. | Following an appeal by the Ceuta regional government for military support, the Interior Ministry said three platoons of 20 soldiers each, a diving unit and a military vessel would be deployed by Friday, while special police intervention units would be reinforced to a total of 200 personnel. | Earlier, video footage showed hundreds of migrants swimming into…
(2026-07-31). 4 water main ruptures in 2 weeks: The collapse of social infrastructure in Los Angeles. wsws.org Four Los Angeles water main collapses expose the systemic decay of American infrastructure under capitalism, sacrificed to war and corporate wealth.
(2026-07-31). American workers and youth are turning towards socialism. wsws.org A series of new opinion polls give a glimpse of the rapid shift to the left among working people, in response to Trump's wars, inflation and attacks on democratic rights, and the refusal of the Democratic Party to fight.
(2026-07-31). Saudi group eyes $10b investment in Pakistan. tribune.com.pk 
Saudi Arabia's Falcon Vision Group has expressed interest in investing $10 billion in Pakistan, as Federal Minister for the Board of Investment Qaiser Ahmed Sheikh assured the delegation of full facilitation for investment in the country. | The minister held a meeting with a high-level delegation comprising business personalities, overseas Pakistanis and media representatives, according to the Board of Investment. The delegation included Muhammad Tariq Ghaus, Vice Chairman and President of Falcon Vision Company, based in Jeddah, and other senior representatives. | Sheikh reaffirmed the board's commitment to pr…
(2026-07-31). Volunteer Spotlight: Madison Chapter Member April Peterson. worldbeyondwar.org 
Each month, we share the stories of World BEYOND War volunteers around the world. Want to volunteer with World BEYOND War? Email .
; ⚪ Location: : | Madison, Wisconsin, U.S. | How did you get involved with anti-war activism and World BEYOND War (WBW)?: | I first connected with the What kinds of WBW activities do you…
(2026-07-31). Soccer-UEFA to boycott World Cup and FIFA tournaments over stake sale plans. al-monitor.com By Alan Baldwin and Ian RansomLONDON, July 30 (Reuters) – European soccer's governing body UEFA and its 55 member nations on Thursday voted to boycott all FIFA tournaments in what could be a knockout blow to the global soccer organisation's proposal to sell a stake in the World Cup to external investors.In a statement that pulled no punches, Europe presented a united front to FIFA boss Gianni Infantino, whose proposal this week blindsided regional confederations and caused uproar just weeks after the World Cup staged in the U.S., Canada and Mexico.
(2026-07-31). Phased oil sector deregulation soon. tribune.com.pk 
The government has decided to press ahead with phased deregulation of the oil industry, which comes after shifting from the weekly to daily petroleum price revisions in the face of continuing US-Iran war. | Officials say that Pakistan's experience demonstrates that deregulation, when accompanied by healthy competition, can deliver tangible benefits to consumers. Unlike petrol and high-speed diesel, the high octane blending component (HOBC) is deregulated, allowing oil companies to compete in prices and offer consumers a better value. | A similar transformation has already taken place in the telecommu…
(2026-07-31). Australian Labor Party's national conference hails savage assault on disability services as a "reform" wsws.org In Labor's doublespeak, getting the National Disability Insurance Scheme "back on track" means stripping it to the bone.
(2026-07-31). AI drives sharp gains in China's nonferrous metal earnings. ecns.cn Profits at China's major nonferrous metals companies jumped 94% from a year earlier to 418.39 billion yuan ($61.9 billion) in the first half of 2026, data released Wednesday by the China Nonferrous Metals Industry Association showed. Output of 10 major nonferrous metals rose 3.3% to 41.51 million metric tons.
(2026-07-31). Ricefree kueh made in Guangdong wins fans at home and abroad. ecns.cn A traditional snack from Guangdong's Chaoshan region, known as rice-free kueh, has surged in popularity after appearing in the hit film Dear You, drawing food lovers from across China and overseas.
(2026-07-31). When friendship finds its rhythm. tribune.com.pk 
Maitreyi Ramakrishnan is set to return to the spotlight in a vibrant coming-of-age comedy that celebrates friendship, identity and the energy of Bollywood-fusion dance, as Netflix prepares to premiere 'Best of the Best' on September 18. | The film pairs Ramakrishnan, best known for 'Never Have I Ever', with Priyanka Kedia in a story that follows two childhood friends navigating the fiercely competitive world of collegiate dance. Alongside them is comedian and actor Hasan Minhaj, who also co-wrote the screenplay with longtime collaborator Prashanth Venkataramanujam, bringing a personal perspective to a project…
(2026-07-31). Oscar-winning musician Glen Hansard dies. tribune.com.pk 
Oscar-winning Irish singer-songwriter Glen Hansard, whose haunting duet 'Falling Slowly' earned an Academy Award and introduced his music to a global audience, died in a motorcycle crash in Dublin early Wednesday. He was 56. | Hansard's management company confirmed his death, saying he died following a road traffic accident in the Irish capital. Police said a man in his 50s was killed in a single-vehicle motorcycle collision in west Dublin after emergency services were called shortly before 4: 30 am. He was pronounced dead at the scene. | A towering figure in Irish music for more than four decades, Hansard rose…
(2026-07-31). Keiko Fujimori's inaugural speech: A class war agenda for Peru's oligarchy and US imperialism. wsws.org The seven "objectives" announced by Peru's incoming president express the interests not simply of Fujimorism, but of the Peruvian financial oligarchy and US imperialism, at a moment of acute crisis of bourgeois rule.
(2026-07-31). Gordie Howe bridge opens amid Trump's tariff blackmail against Canada. wsws.org The opening of the vital Detroit-Windsor crossing exposes both the international integration of production and the efforts of the capitalist parties and union bureaucracies to divide workers through nationalism and trade war.
(2026-07-31). Reels of a vanishing heritage. tribune.com.pk 
For generations of Peshawar residents, a trip to the cinema was more than an evening's entertainment. It was a shared cultural ritual where families gathered, friendships were forged and Pashtun stories unfolded on the silver screen. | Today, many of those iconic cinema halls have disappeared, replaced by shopping plazas and commercial complexes, reflecting not only changing business priorities but also a profound transformation in the province's cultural landscape. | Every weekend, Ehtisham Khan would drive his friends to Firdus Cinema on GT Road, where long queues stretched outside the ticket window and the…
(2026-07-31). Geopolitics, oil spike drag PSX down. tribune.com.pk 
Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX) closed lower on Thursday as the benchmark KSE-100 index lost around 500 points due to the intensifying war in the Middle East. | The market opened "gap-down" but found support near the 175,000 level. Trading remained under pressure throughout the session amid renewed geopolitical tensions involving the United States and Iran, which pushed international oil prices higher and heightened concerns over inflation. | The index briefly dropped as much as 1,430 points before recovering some ground. At the close of trading, the KSE-100 posted a decline of 495 points, or 0.28%, and settled…
(2026-07-31). University of Washington names new Middle East Center director 3 months after political firing of Aria Fani. wsws.org The appointment follows the political removal of Aria Fani for criticizing US and Israeli military aggression, part of a nationwide campaign by university administrations to suppress anti-war and anti-Zionist speech.
(2026-07-31). New Zealand students condemn death threat against US socialist auto worker Will Lehman. wsws.org The IYSSE's club at Victoria University of Wellington passed a resolution condemning the threat made by United Auto Workers official Raymond Jensen Jr. against Lehman, who is running for president of the UAW on a socialist platform.
(2026-07-30). The 2026 China-ASEAN Education Exchange Week kicks off in Guiyang. ecns.cn The 2026 China-ASEAN Education Exchange Week opened in Guiyang, Guizhou Province on Wednesday.
(2026-07-31). Finance ministry warns of risks despite economic gains. tribune.com.pk 
The Ministry of Finance has cautioned that renewed escalation in tensions between the United States and Iran could trigger volatility in global energy prices, trade flows and financial markets, posing fresh risks to Pakistan's economic outlook despite improving domestic indicators. | In its latest monthly economic outlook report, the ministry said the economy entered FY2026-27 on a relatively stronger footing, supported by macroeconomic stability achieved last year. However, it warned that external shocks óparticularly energy price spikes ócould disrupt this trajectory. | During FY2025-26, worker…
(2026-07-30). China's light industry logs steady growth in H1. ecns.cn China's light industry posted steady growth in the first half of this year, with domestic consumption expanding and exports rising at a faster pace, according to data released by the China National Light Industry Council.
(2026-07-30). A closer look inside Xihuang Temple >. ecns.cn
(2026-07-30). El Niño to persist into early 2027, Indonesia weather agency warns. ecns.cn Indonesia's meteorological authority warned on Thursday that intensifying El Niño has triggered a steep rise in potential fire-prone areas nationwide, with the climate phenomenon forecast to persist until early 2027.
(2026-07-30). Saudi economy shrinks by 4.8% amid Iran war: What to know. al-monitor.com The kingdom saw a 24.7% year-on-year decline in its oil sector for the April 1 to June 30 period due to the closure of the Strait of Hormuz.
(2026-07-30). No Hormuz Passage for Those Taking Payouts From Iran's Frozen Assets: Top Military Command. orinocotribune.com Iran has warned countries and international companies that receiving any compensation payment from Iran's assets frozen abroad will mean they will be completely cut off from transit in the Strait of Hormuz. | Iran's Khatam al-Anbiya Central Headquarters announced on Tuesday that it views a recent announcement by US President Donald Trump about compensating countries and entities for damage inflicted on their ships in the Persian Gulf from Iran's frozen assets as "illegal". | The command, which is in charge of coordinating Iranian armed forces during war and crisis times, said ship owners will face consequences if…
(2026-07-30). Pakistan working to bring US-Iran back to Islamabad MoU: FO. tribune.com.pk 
Pakistan was making efforts to bring the concerned parties back to the Islamabad Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) as part of ongoing efforts to reduce regional tensions, the Foreign Office (FO) said on Thursday. | Addressing a weekly press briefing, FO spokesperson Tahir Andrabi said, "We are doing our utmost to bring the parties back to the Islamabad MOU so that all irritants can be removed in the light of the Islamabad MOU and the Pakistan-Qatar Joint Statement of June 22." | He said negotiations between the parties were continuing to normalise the situation, particularly in the Strait of Hormuz, and to sup…
(2026-07-30). Saudi Arabia to announce Red Sea coalition to counter Houthi threats. al-monitor.com Around 50 countries have been invited to join the Saudi-led initiative aimed at countering Houthi threats to Red Sea shipping and preventing a repeat of recent disruptions in the Strait of Hormuz.
(2026-07-30). IRGC vows to carry out attacks on 'aggressor' after US struck Iran overnight. tribune.com.pk 
Iran's Fars news agency quoted the IRGC's public relations as saying: "With the help of God Almighty, the aggressor will be punished today." | According to Al Jazeera, the IRGC's comments came on Thursday after the US announced that it had launched "powerful" attacks on Iran overnight with explosions heard in Qeshm, Kish, Bandar Abbas, Abadan and Bushehr. | Earlier, Iran said that three cities were targeted overnight in the province of Bushehr, which hosts Iran's sole nuclear power plant. | The US attack on Qeshm killed 3, according to Fars. Citing the Hormozgan University of Medical Sciences, Fars said the vi…
(2026-07-30). The Risk of Nuclear War Is Greater Than Anyone Thinks. worldbeyondwar.org 
The U.S. government is planning a war on Russia, China, and North Korea, based on the idea that a nuclear war can be won. #WorldBEYONDWar…
(2026-07-30). China refutes groundless report on missile supply to Iran. tribune.com.pk 
Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson Mao Ning said at a regular press briefing on Thursday that a media report claiming China plans to supply 400 SAMs (surface-to-air missiles) to Iran is not true and has no factual ground at all. | China has made its position clear on relevant issues on multiple occasions, Mao said, noting that China always works for peace and the end of the conflict. | Two days ago, several media outlets claimed that Iran is expected to receive its first shipment of up to 400 Chinese-made shoulder-fired air-defence missile systems within weeks, three sources familiar with the deal told Reut…
(2026-07-30). Ukraine's attack on Iranian ship exposes global character of imperialist war. wsws.org Ukraine's attack on an Iranian ship in the Caspian Sea demonstrates the fraud that the NATO war against Russia is a "defensive" or "liberating" struggle. Ukraine is becoming an active front in the same global imperialist onslaught that includes the genocide in Gaza and the US-Israeli war against Iran.
(2026-07-30). US resumes strikes on Iran after attack on American base in Jordan, Trump vows 'very hard' retaliation. ptcnews.tv PTC News Desk: The United States resumed air strikes on Iran on Thursday, ending a short pause in military action, after accusing Tehran of trying to launch a ballistic missile attack on American forc | US resumes strikes on Iran after attack on American base in Jordan, Trump vows 'very hard' retaliation…
(2026-07-30). Middle East powder keg inches closer to blast. tribune.com.pk 
Iran launched a barrage of missiles at American forces in the Middle East on Wednesday as the US partnered with Saudi Arabia to strike Tehran-backed militias in neighboring Iraq, killing at least 20 fighters and six Iranian advisers. | A drone hit a US-owned gas storage tanker at Egypt's Mediterranean port of Damietta, British maritime security firm Ambrey said in an initial assessment on Wednesday, and US President Donald Trump vowed to retaliate against Iran for an overnight attack, as the Middle East conflict appeared to expand beyond its main fronts. | A statement from Egypt's petroleum ministry confirmed…
(2026-07-30). END to US War on Iran Defend Iran's Sovereignty. wibailoutpeople.org 
More than 30 actions around the country — actions continue Millions are in the streets every night in cities across Iran denouncing the U.S. bombing of well-marked and internationally known civilian infrastructure in Iran and an end to the continuing massive destruction of Lebanon by Israel. The U.S. initiated war on Iran has expanded to Yemen. …
(2026-07-30). Is the Era of U.S. Military Bases in the Middle East Over? worldbeyondwar.org 
The Iranian military has attacked most countries hosting US bases because they've helped enable the US—Israeli war. In addition to the human toll, damage to military infrastructure and hardware runs into the tens of billions of dollars. #WorldBEYONDWar…
(2026-07-30). Zelensky, Netanyahu meet with Trump at White House as imperialist wars converge. peoplesworld.org 
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu came to Washington, separately, for meetings with President Trump, following a Ukrainian drone strike on an Iranian cargo vessel in the Caspian Sea and a new intensification of the U.S.-Israeli war on Iran. Both leaders attended the memorial service for Senator Lindsey Graham, a key …
(2026-07-30). Is the Middle East Oil Market Entering a New Era of Permanent Risk? moderndiplomacy.eu The Middle East's energy sector is entering a prolonged period of uncertainty as conflict between the United States, Israel, and Iran continues to disrupt one of the world's most critical oil-producing regions. Rather than moving toward either peace or full-scale war, the region appears trapped in a prolonged period of instability that is steadily reshaping …
(2026-07-30). Houthis deny responsibility for drone attack hitting Damietta Port. al-monitor.com The attack is the first on Egyptian territory since the Iran war erupted in February, raising the risk of further widening the Middle East conflict.
(2026-07-30). Drone Strike On Egyptian Port On Mediterranean Stokes Concerns Iran Conflict Will Widen (Updated). twz.com 
Claims swirl around who struck natural gas tankers far from the conflict zone, but it appears to have been meant to send a message.
(2026-07-30). Thursday 7/30: Iran War and Protests Outside 4 U.S. Drone Bases: "Refuse Illegal Orders" CA, NY, NV, NM. indybay.org Beale AFB, Marysville, Calif.: toby4peace@sonic.net, 510-501-5412 (July 30 Action) | Holloman AFB, Alamogordo, N.M.: dyldav@proton.me, (575) 528-8671 (July 30 Action) | Nellis AFB, Las Vegas, Nev.: Kb11680@gmail.com, (702) 417-4607 (July 30 Action)…
(2026-07-30). US military says it hit dozens of Iran's IRGC targets. tribune.com.pk 
The US military said it struck dozens of Islamic Revolutionary Guard targets in Iran, including military command centres and drone facilities, in a two-hour operation launched after Tehran fired ballistic missiles at US forces in the Middle East. | The operation began at 0500 PKT and ended at 0200 PKT on Thursday, US Central Command (CENTCOM) said. | "The strikes aimed to further diminish threats posed by Iran and its proxies to American forces, commercial shipping, and neighbouring Gulf countries," CENTCOM said in a statement. | Iran's state media reported that three people were kil…
(2026-07-30). Trump, MBS join forces to bomb Iran-backed militias in Iraq; Mid-east war spirals out of control. hindustantimes.com Did the Middle East just open another front? U.S. and Saudi Arabia carried out joint strikes on Iran-backed militias in Iraq after repeated drone attacks targeting American forces and Saudi oil infrastructure. Iraq has reacted sharply, while Iran accuses Washington and Riyadh of expanding the war. Here's everything we know about the rapidly escalating regional crisis.
(2026-07-30). Trump says will hit Iran hard after attack, was briefed on Egypt tanker. al-monitor.com WASHINGTON, July 29 (Reuters) – President Donald Trump said on Wednesday the United States would hit Iran very hard after an attack on the U.S. military in Jordan."So it's our turn," Trump told reporters at the White House. He said Washington would see if there was an agreement at some point between the two nations to end their war, "but we're going to hit them very hard."
(2026-07-30). US-Saudi strikes in Iraq kill 20, including Iranians. al-monitor.com US-Saudi strikes on Iraq killed at least 20 militants, including several Iranians, on Wednesday, according to the Hashed al-Shaabi, an armed Iraqi alliance that includes pro-Iran groups. | The United States and Saudi Arabia said they had struck Iran-backed armed militants in Iraq in response to attacks on US forces and Saudi oil facilities.
(2026-07-30). US denies Iranian claims to have destroyed F-35 fighter jets. tribune.com.pk 
The United States military on Thursday denied reports from Iranian media that a missile attack destroyed several American aircraft, including F-35 stealth fighters. | "No US aircraft were destroyed or damaged in recent attempted Iranian attacks," according to the US military's Central Command (CENTCOM), contradicting claims from the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC). | Over the past few hours, Iranian state media have continued to report false claims by the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) — three in particular. | üö´ FIRST CLAIM: The IRGC (again) claims free and ope…
(2026-07-30). Kremlin Demands Ukrainian Threat Be 'Definitively Destroyed' After Caspian Sea Strike on Iranian Vessel. orinocotribune.com One crewman was killed aboard the Iranian commercial vessel, with several others injured | Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov said on 28 July that the Ukrainian strike on an Iranian vessel in the Caspian Sea should be treated as an attack on Iran itself, and that the threat from Kiev must be eliminated. | Peskov accused Ukraine of extending the geographic reach of what he called its "terrorist attacks," adding that "This threat must be neutralized and definitively destroyed." | Peskov also held Kiev responsible for the explosions that damaged Germany's Nord Stream pipelines, which Ukraine denies, and for harming Kaz…
(2026-07-30). US military says latest strikes on Iran last two hours, hitting dozens of targets. al-monitor.com By Kanishka Singh and Jasper WardWASHINGTON, July 29 (Reuters) – The U.S. military said on Wednesday it completed its latest wave of strikes on Iran, which lasted two hours and hit dozens of targets, with Washington casting the strikes as a "powerful response" to Iranian missiles launched towards U.S. forces in the Middle East a day earlier.The U.S. military said on Tuesday it intercepted multiple ballistic missiles launched by Iran towards U.S. forces in what Washington called ‚Äå"an attempted surprise attack" by Tehran. Iran confirmed it had fired on U.S. bases in Jordan.
(2026-07-30). Trump goes ballistic against Mojtaba after Iran rains fire on Jordan base: 'will beat f**king s**t…'. hindustantimes.com Tensions between the U.S. and Iran are spiraling again after fresh Iranian strikes reportedly targeted American bases in Jordan. President Donald Trump has vowed a fierce response, even as indirect talks with Tehran continue. The latest escalation comes alongside U.S.-Saudi operations against Iran-backed militias in Iraq, raising fears of a wider Gulf conflict.
(2026-07-30). Trump thought Iran deal would be easy, but now his own officials say the war has no real strategy. hindustantimes.com Six months into the Iran war, insiders say Trump is "exasperated," lashing out at aides over a conflict he never meant to be long and drawn‚Äëout, with no clear endgame or definition of victory. This video unpacks reports of shouting matches, clashing hardliners and negotiators, and a White House insisting it's "locked and loaded" even as strategy falls apart.
(2026-07-30). How does a safe zone in Lebanon become a target three times? aljazeera.com Three times in three decades, Qana's shelters were bombed. AJLabs tracks a village the Israeli military keeps hitting.
(2026-07-30). Led by Donkeys paid £27k for destroyed anti-genocide banner. thecanary.co 
Protest group Led by Donkeys has received more than £27,000 in compensation for a banner unlawfully taken by the Greater London Authority and subsequently destroyed. The banner, which read "Yes, it's a genocide", was seized during a peaceful protest in Parliament Square. It was taken as part of the UK's authoritarian war on speech and […] | By
(2026-07-30). How Hakeem Jeffries and J Street Teamed Up for Arming Genocide. indybay.org The oxymoron of "pro-Israel, pro-peace"
(2026-07-30). Palestine campaigners protesting scandalous Israel match occupy Irish Department of Sport. thecanary.co 
Irish anti-genocide activists have boldly occupied the Department of Sport's headquarters in Dublin. The campaigners did so in opposition to the Football Association of Ireland's (FAI) disgraceful decision to proceed with fixtures against apartheid 'Israel', the illegitimate land theft project occupying historic Palestine. In a statement, League of Ireland Fans for Palestine, a key player […] | By
(2026-07-30). The journey of a young Rohingya man from genocide to survival and hope. globalvoices.org 
(2026-07-30). Parlamento cubano aprueba nueva ley para "que sea seguro invertir en la tierra" cubadebate.cu La norma actualiza el régimen jurídico sobre la propiedad, posesión, uso y transmisión de tierras en Cuba, y establece nuevas disposiciones para promover la producción agropecuaria, la incorporación de productores y el aprovechamiento sostenible de los recursos naturales.
(2026-07-30). Trump says of reaches Gaza disarmament deal. al-monitor.com July 30 (Reuters) – U.S. President Donald Trump said on Thursday his so-called "Board of Peace" reached an agreement for the complete disarmament of Palestinian Hamas militants and other armed groups in Gaza.In a post on Truth Social, Trump cast it as a "major milestone in the implementation of the Trump 20-Point Plan" to end Israel's war in Gaza.Trump said the deal would be carried out in phases, with Israeli forces withdrawing as disarmament proceeds and an International Stabilization Force working with a new Palestinian police force to secure the enclave.
(2026-07-30). Trump says Board of Peace reaches agreement on disarmament of Hamas in Gaza. aljazeera.com US president says Israel will withdraw from Gaza following the disarmament of Hamas.
(2026-07-30). Pakistan, Türkiye express concern over Israeli actions in Gaza, Al-Aqsa Mosque violations. tribune.com.pk 
Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar and his Turkish counterpart Hakan Fidan on Thursday expressed deep concern over Israeli military actions in Gaza and the Occupied West Bank, as well as repeated violations at the Al-Aqsa Mosque compound, during a telephone conversation. | "Both foreign ministers expressed deep concern over the continued Israeli military actions in Gaza and the Occupied West Bank, repeated violations at the Al-Aqsa Mosque compound in occupied East Jerusalem, and the worsening humanitarian situation," the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MoFA) said in a statement. | The statement…
(2026-07-30). Israel bombs Gaza family's tent, killing children after bombing their home. thecanary.co 
The occupation has murdered children of the Al Balawi family overnight in Gaza. Israel is continuing to violate the supposed 'ceasefire' nightly. The family's tent in Gaza City was bombed, killing several children and severely wounding others — among multiple such bombings around midnight. Palestinian journalist Hossam Shabat posted a graphic series of images depicting […] | By
(2026-07-30). Apartheid wealth cannot buy silence on Gaza. aljazeera.com South African universities must resist donors who use financial power to impose political obedience.
(2026-07-30). Israeli strikes kill at least four, including children, across Gaza Strip. aljazeera.com Bombings take place as Hamas officials meet with Qatari, Egyptian and Turkish mediators in Cairo to discuss truce.
(2026-07-30). Explainer-What is US President Donald of. al-monitor.com By Kanishka Singh and Simon LewisWASHINGTON, July 30 (Reuters) – U.S. President Donald Trump said on Thursday his so-called Board of Peace reached a deal for the total disarmament ‚Äåof Hamas and other armed groups in Gaza and the withdrawal of Israeli forces from the territory. Trump said the agreement was "historic" and will be implemented in phases, with Israeli forces, which control about two-thirds of Gaza as of late April, withdrawing from the territory as disarmament proceeds.
(2026-07-30). Remembering Hugo Chávez on His Birth Anniversary. orinocotribune.com By Néstor Rivero Pérez — Jul 28, 2026 | On July 28, 1954, Hugo Chávez Frías was born in the town of Sabaneta, Barinas, and would over the years forge political and military thinking that would reshape perspectives of regional integration in the 21st century for Venezuela and South America as a whole. | No to colonial subjugation
| A scholar of the political thought of the Liberator, President Chávez Frías upheld the Liberator's thesis regarding the need for the "Balance of the Universe," thus firmly upholding sovereignty against any subjugation to colonial power structures relating to both the Holy All…
(2026-07-30). 'Darkest hour': Scottish government sends aid to Palestine and Venezuela. thecanary.co 
The First Minister of Scotland, SNP leader John Swinney, has announced an aid package of £500,000 to Palestinians. Swinney stated online that the aid fund aims to: support access to food, healthcare, clean water and shelter. The funding will come in addition to £600,000 already provided last year. This has reportedly assisted over two million […] | By
(2026-07-30). Venezuela: The urgency of shedding illusions. links.org.au 
Elías Jaua calls for national unity to reclaim Venezuela's sovereignty and right to self-determination.
(2026-07-30). China's cultural sector revenue up 4.6% in H1. ecns.cn Revenue of China's major cultural and related enterprises rose 4.6% year on year to 7.2026 trillion yuan (about $1.003 trillion) in the first half of 2026, according to data released by the National Bureau of Statistics (NBS) on Thursday.
(2026-07-30). Desperately Seeking Scapegoats. commondreams.org 
(2026-07-30). BOOK REVIEW — 'Railroaded: A Motorman's Story of the New York City Subway'. peoplesworld.org 
Bob Dylan sang "all night girls whispered escapades out on the D Train." Billy Strayhorn told us to take the A Train and "Listen to those rails a-thrummin." Author Fred Naiden has his own story to tell about his life in the New York transit system. A porter, a motorman and always a rider, his new …
(2026-07-30). Greece Wildfires Kill Firefighters as Crete Battles Deadly Blaze. moderndiplomacy.eu Greek firefighters continued battling deadly wildfires across the island of Crete for a second consecutive day on Thursday, as Greece joined Spain and France in confronting one of Europe's most severe wildfire outbreaks of the summer. The crisis intensified after three Greek firefighters lost their lives on Wednesday while responding to separate blazes driven by …
(2026-07-30). Lukashenko explains decision to send negligent agricultural workers to the army. eng.belta.by We are simply giving them the opportunity to prove themselves in a different kind of work, a difficult, masculine one, the head of state explained.
(2026-07-30). Saudi Arabia, Pakistan, 12 other countries announce multinational maritime defence coalition. tribune.com.pk 
Saudi Arabia and 13 other countries, including Pakistan, on Thursday announced the creation of a multinational maritime defense coalition aimed at safeguarding freedom of navigation, international trade and energy supply routes in the Bab al-Mandab Strait, the Red Sea and the Gulf of Aden. | The Saudi defence ministry said representatives from 43 countries and the European Union attended an international meeting that discussed the proposed coalition, including Saudi Arabia serving as its founding and leading state and hosting its headquarters. | The ministry said the c…
(2026-07-30). Watch: Lone Mumbai Woman Blocks Police Van With Protesters Inside, Then This Happened. ummid.com A lone Mumbai woman, later identified as Rhiya Ahir, has become one of the defining faces of the Gen Z Protests in India, after she blocked Police Van packed with the Mumbaikars protesting Delhi Police brutality against students.
(2026-07-30). WHYY Newscast for Thursday 9:00 a.m. whyy.org The latest local headlines from WHYY…
(2026-07-30). Lukashenko confirms Belarus' interest in expanding cooperation with Morocco. eng.belta.by Belarusian President Aleksandr Lukashenko congratulated King Mohammed VI of Morocco on the national holiday, Throne Day'é…
(2026-07-30). Chinese-developed games' overseas revenue jumps 30.2% in H1. ecns.cn Overseas revenue from Chinese-developed games reached $12.37 billion in the first half of 2026, up 30.22% from a year earlier, according to the China Game Industry Report for January—June 2026, released Thursday in Shanghai.
(2026-07-30). EU's Pretense of 'Transition' Leadership Is an Economic Loser. wattsupwiththat.com The great majority of mankind aspires to more prosperity, which requires abundant and cheap energy — what the EU employed before adopting ecological dogma. The clash between climate ambitions and economic aspirations will only intensify.
(2026-07-30). Saturday 9/26: 10th Annual Beyond the A Word: Reproductive Life Stories. indybay.org Brava Theater Center, 2781 24th St, San Francisco, CA 94110, USA…
(2026-07-30). China launches Tianlian-3-01 satellite. ecns.cn China successfully launched the Tianlian-3-01 satellite into its planned orbit from the Wenchang Space Launch Site in Hainan Province on Wednesday, using a Long March-7A carrier rocket, according to the China Aerospace Science and Technology Corporation (CASC).
(2026-07-30). Anatomy of a State Blunder: Quebec's "Green" Gas Fiasco. wattsupwiththat.com the true lesson of this fiasco is political and democratic. It underscores the urgent need to break the lock on public debate. When a society converts environmental objectives into unassailable articles of faith, it deprives itself of rational debate, cost-benefit analysis, and responsiveness to warning signs.
(2026-07-30). Hitlers Traum wird wahr? — Will Merz heimlich eigene Atombombe haben? strategic-culture.su Die Debatte àºber die Entwicklung einer eigenen deutschen Atombombe hat nun endlich auch die deutschen Medien erreicht. Die Frage wird wie folgt gestellt: Muss man die Warnungen des russischen Geheimdienstes, dass Deutschland sich ein eigenes Nukleararsenal zulegen wolle, ernst nehmen? Und wenn ja, unter welchen Bedingungen kà∂nnte Deutschland eine eigene Atombombe erhalten? | Wenn man mit dem Fazit beginnt, so fà§llt die Antwort nicht vage, sondern durchaus konkret aus: Deutschland verfàºgt àºber alle technischen Mà∂glichkeiten, eine Bombe zu bauen. | Einige politische und milità&se…
(2026-07-30). Shanghai-gifted red pandas debut in Taipei. ecns.cn Two red pandas donated by Shanghai Zoo to Taipei Zoo made their public debut on Tuesday, as Taipei Mayor Chiang Wan-an announced their names "Le Le" (joy) and "Tian Tian" (sweetness).
(2026-07-30). Is Israel repeating the Crusaders' fatal mistake? aljazeera.com Deja Vu explores why the Crusader kingdom fell and asks: could Israel be next?>
(2026-07-30). Japan quake toll hits 28 as survivors struggle in heat. geo.tv 
Rescue workers conduct a search operation at the damaged Aeon Mall shopping centre after an earthquake with a magnitude of 7.1 struck Japan's southern Kumamoto Prefecture, in Kashima Town, Kumamoto Prefecture, Japan, July 30, 2026. — ReutersThousands face heat without power and…
(2026-07-30). UN launches hunt for next chief amid rising challenges. aljazeera.com Antonio Guterres's successor will be tasked with revitalising an organisation in crisis and facing pressure to reform.
(2026-07-30). Ida B. Wells' Family Is Debunking a Viral Claim About Nolan Wells. capitalbnews.org 
The messages came suddenly, and in great numbers. Friends. Colleagues. Acquaintances. Even strangers on Facebook and X. People kept asking Michelle Duster the same question: Was Nolan Wells — the Black 18-year-old from Mississippi whose death this month has triggered national outrage and demands for justice — really a descendant of Ida B. Wells? "I …
(2026-07-30). ABC News says FCC is carrying out intimidation campaign to shape coverage. aljazeera.com Trump administration has frequently sought to pressure companies over coverage critical of the president and his allies.
(2026-07-30). Friday 7/31: Discussion on: This is a Rare Time When Revolution Becomes Possible. indybay.org Revolution Books | 2444 Durant Avenue | Berkeley, CA…
(2026-07-30). Turkish TV-star-turned-mayor arrested in new blow to opposition. geo.tv Turkish TV-star-turned-mayor Erdal Besikcioglu gestures during an event. — Facebook/NurlanaKhalil
(2026-07-30). 'Three Demands…': Rahul Gandhi, AISA Students in Joint Call. ummid.com Leader of Opposition (LoP) Rahul Gandhi and President of All India Students' Association (AISA) Neha Bora in a joint call Saturday July 25, 2026 reiterated students' three demands to end the protests underway at Jantar Mantar, New Delhi and other parts of India.
(2026-07-30). 'From desperation to terrorism?': Putin aide declares Zelensky now fights Russia with terror tactics. hindustantimes.com Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov has accused Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky of shifting from military setbacks to what he described as "terrorist activities" amid the ongoing war. In an interview with Russian media, Lavrov alleged that Ukraine is targeting civilian infrastructure with drone attacks and claimed Western nations continue to support Kyiv while seeking Russia's strategic defeat. He also accused European countries of backing anti-Russian groups and attempting to destabilize Russia. Ukraine has denied intentionally targeting civilians and rejects Russia's broader claims. Watch the full int…
(2026-07-30). National Bank chief reports H1 2026 lending figures for Belarusian-made goods. eng.belta.by Lending for domestically produced goods is a very important area, and | the situation with supporting Belarusian manufacturers is looking good, | the National Bank head emphasized.
(2026-07-30). Fuzhou offers 500 jobs to young Taiwan professionals. ecns.cn Fuzhou, the capital of southeast China's Fujian province, released its first batch of 500 quality job openings for young Taiwan professionals on Tuesday, according to local authorities.
(2026-07-30). Katie Ebner-Landy: Norm Smuggling? newleftreview.org Katie Ebner-Landy on Rahel Jaeggi, Progress and Regression. A critical theorist reformulates the concept of progress as social-reflexive problem-solving.
(2026-07-30). To Beat a State-Capitalist Rival, Washington Became One: Inside the New Critical Minerals Race. moderndiplomacy.eu On July 10, almost exactly a year after the Pentagon announced it was becoming the largest shareholder in MP Materials, the International Energy Agency put a number on what that deal was designed to prevent: $6.5 trillion in global downstream production now sits exposed to China's rare-earth export curbs — restrictions currently suspended under an …
(2026-07-30). DTE Maha Post SSC Diploma 2026 Round 2 Allotment – Steps, Link. ummid.com Directorate of Technical Education (DTE) Maharashtra is releasing on its official website 'poly26.dtemaharashtra.gov.in' today i.e. Thursday July 23, 2026 the CAP Round 2 Seat Allotment Result of the students seeking admission in First Year Post SSC Diploma Technical and Polytechnic Courses in Engineering / Technology for the year 2026-27.
(2026-07-30). Lukashenko sets 2026 harvest target at 12m tonnes. eng.belta.by "The harvest must be brought in now. Overall, the national crop should | be no lower than last year's level. If you deliver 12 million tonnes, | that will be a great achievement," said Aleksandr Lukashenko.
(2026-07-30). The witch-hunt against Anthony Fauci and the war on public health. wsws.org Senate Republicans' show trial of Fauci marks a qualitative escalation of the offensive against medical research and public health that has been prosecuted under both big business parties.
(2026-07-30). Fraudster sent mum £2m before she made suspect Reform donation. thecanary.co 
Reform UK and Nigel Farage are facing questions over multiple, ongoing financial scandals right now. Several of them link to the aristocrat George Cottrell (a.k.a. 'Posh George'). Somehow, the details keep looking worse and worse for everyone involved: New excl: George Cottrell transferred $2m to his mother days before her donations to Reform Sources say […] | By
(2026-07-30). Discovery of 520-million-year-old microfossils sheds light on early Cephalopod origin and evolution. ecns.cn A collection of 32 tiny shell fossils unearthed from early Cambrian strata in southern Shaanxi province, dating back approximately 520 million years, may represent the earliest cephalopods ever identified, according to a study published on July 29 in the journal Nature.
(2026-07-30). China's first automated port railway link starts operation in Xiamen. ecns.cn China's first dedicated railway line for sea-rail intermodal transport began operating Tuesday at Xiamen Yuandu Port in Fujian Province, according to COSCO Shipping.
(2026-07-30). Hundreds of Howard Students Reinstated After Mass Unenrolling. capitalbnews.org 
More than 200 students have been reinstated after Howard University unenrolled 502 students, citing unpaid tuition balances ahead of the upcoming fall semester. Nearly a week ago, incoming freshmen flooded social media with the same story: the same email, the same sudden unenrollment. The panic ripped through one of Howard's largest incoming classes in years. …
(2026-07-30). Belarus, Sri Lanka to host joint business forum by year end. eng.belta.by Deputy Director of the National Export Promotion Center Yevgeny Rusak | met with Secretary General of the Ceylon Chamber of Commerce Shiran | Fernando to discuss ways to boost Belarusian-Sri Lankan business…
(2026-07-30). Nazi-linked Reform councillor linked to vigilante street group. thecanary.co 
The National have linked a Reform councillor who spoke at a 'Nazi rally' to a far-right vigilante group. And she's not even the only one linked to these awful groups: NEW: Reform councillor Audrey Dempsey, who shared a stage with neo-Nazis this weekend in Glasgow, has actually been "advising" a far-right vigilante street patrol group […] | By
(2026-07-30). China slams U.S. decision to add power inverters, robots to 'Covered List'. ecns.cn China on Thursday strongly condemned a U.S. decision to add foreign-produced power inverters and advanced robotic devices to the Federal Communications Commission's (FCC) "Covered List," calling the move discriminatory and a typical act of market distortion and unilateral bullying.
(2026-07-30). UK left-wing MP Diane Abbott reinstated by Labour Party after suspension. aljazeera.com Diane Abbott returns to Labour, a year after her suspension over comments about racism.
(2026-07-30). Wednesday 7/29: Block the Bombs Phonebank. indybay.org Online | actionnetwork.org/events/block-the-bombs……
(2026-07-30). Belarus to play UEFA Conference League qualifiers on 30 July. eng.belta.by Belarusian football clubs will play their second legs in the second qualifying round of the UEFA Conference League.
(2026-07-30). Changji Prefecture in Xinjiang delivers steady economic growth in H1 2026. ecns.cn Changji Hui Autonomous Prefecture in northwest China's Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region recorded GDP of 125.36 billion yuan ($17.2 billion) in the first half of 2026, up 4.3% year on year, the local statistics bureau said Wednesday.
(2026-07-30). The U.S. State Department Attempts to Rain on Nicaragua's Parade Again. covertactionmagazine.com In the wind-up to July 19th festivities celebrating the overthrow of its U.S.-installed puppet dictator Anastasio Somoza, the U.S. State Department issued a dire warning to travelers. Only Washington could twist the concept of a national celebration of freedom into a "demonstration." Only Washington could project and apply the attacks it makes on its own …
(2026-07-30). World Cup 2026: When the spectator became the product. independentaustralia.net 
(2026-07-30). Re-polling at 4 polling stations in Kohlu ordered. tribune.com.pk 
The election tribunal has ordered re-polling at four polling stations in the PB-9 Kohlu provincial assembly constituency, a seat currently held by PML-N lawmaker Nawab Changez Marri. | The decision has brought renewed focus to the constituency, with political circles closely watching the next phase of the electoral process. The election tribunal is expected to announce the polling schedule, security arrangements and other necessary details soon. | The development comes amid increased political activity surrounding Marri, who recently criticised the Balochistan government over the province's worsening security…
(2026-07-30). Bullet Holes in Protest Signs Look Real at Mountain View Demo Calling for Justice. indybay.org On July 25, a protest in Mountain View honored Lorenzo Salgado Araujo of Houston and Joan Sebastián Durán Guerrero of Maine and others killed by authorities. Some signs displayed bullet holes.
(2026-07-30). Congo's Ebola death toll passes 1,500 as it struggles to halt spread. aljazeera.com There's still no vaccine for the Bundibugyo strain of the virus as the country struggles for control in infected areas.
(2026-07-30). 'Scandal within a scandal': DWP fails to begin Post Office convictions review. thecanary.co 
The UK government's Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) is still failing families affected by the potentially wrongful Post Office convictions scandal. It's now almost 12 months since the DWP first announced its review into its infamous handling of prosecutions against Post Office staff. Yet no review has begun and still no reviewer is even […] | By
(2026-07-30). Palestine Action co-founder wins UK Supreme Court appeal bid. aljazeera.com Huda Ammori has won permission to challenge Palestine Action's ban at the UK Supreme Court.
(2026-07-30). ICE slashed detention facility inspections by 36% even as detentions and in-custody deaths surged. nationofchange.org No facility on the agency's own website showed evidence of more than one inspection last year, though the standards call for two, and the number of people held in detention rose 78% over the same period.
(2026-07-30). The Powder Ridge Rock Festival That Never Happened. indybay.org 1971 Poster for the Powder Ridge Rock Festival, that never happened.
(2026-07-30). NA panel calls for uniform marriage age. tribune.com.pk 
The National Assembly Standing Committee on Human Rights on Wednesday called for adopting a uniform minimum marriage age across the country and directed the Ministry of Human Rights to strengthen coordination among relevant ministries and departments to effectively address social issues that are affecting the society. | The committee, which met at Parliament House under the chairpersonship of MNA Asiya Naz Tanoli, also appreciated the Ministry of Human Rights for successfully organizing the 9th OIC Ministerial Conference on Women in Islamabad, saying the event would contribute to promoting women's socio-econom…
(2026-07-30). Prague Zoo keeps polar bears cool with ice amid heatwave. aljazeera.com Keepers at Prague Zoo used tonnes of ice to provide much relief to animals as Europe grappled with scorching heat.
(2026-07-30). Letter To Myself: Constellations Beyond The Trees, The Drug Addict, The Lone Figure In A Matthew Wong Painting. moderndiplomacy.eu 2 July 2026, Thursday evening Dear Abigail, The drug addict is always searching for the meaning and the innocence they have lost, and are constantly brought back to the emotional pain and the suffering they have endured and caused other people. They are searching for the boy they once were, the child they once were. …
(2026-07-30). Chinese Destroyer's Encounter With U.S. Drone Boat Highlights Future Rules Of Engagement Issues. twz.com 
(2026-07-30). Chinese naval vessels to visit Indonesia. ecns.cn At the invitation of the Indonesian Navy, a task group of China's PLA Navy comprising PLANS Qijiguang and PLANS Kunlunshan will arrive in Surabaya, Indonesia, for a goodwill visit in early August, Jiang Bin, a spokesperson for China's Ministry of National Defense, announced Thursday.
(2026-07-30). China does not seek trade surplus, will continue to expand imports: ministry. ecns.cn China has never deliberately pursued the goal of a trade surplus and will remain committed to expanding imports, a Ministry of Commerce official said Tuesday.
(2026-07-30). WHYY Newscast for Thursday 6:00 a.m. whyy.org The latest local headlines from WHYY…
(2026-07-30). England appoint Root and Fleming as Test cricket captain and coach. aljazeera.com England confirm Joe Root to return as Test captain, while Stephen Fleming replaces Brendon McCullum as coach.
(2026-07-30). Country lacks framework to fight tobacco harm. tribune.com.pk 
Pakistan's public health and economic systems continue to carry the high cost of cigarette smoking while the country still lacks a coherent regulatory framework for tobacco harm reduction, speakers at an Express Tribune podcast said. | The discussion, organised with the Association for Smoking Alternatives Pakistan (ASAP), brought together ASAP Chief Executive Mirza Abeer, lawyer and senior economist Anwar Kashif Mumtaz, and family physician and public health expert Dr Aftab Ahmed Khan. They argued that complete cessation remains the best outcome, yet millions of adult smokers who repeatedly fail to quit are l…
(2026-07-30). Pakistan, Kuwait forge defence partnership. tribune.com.pk 
Pakistan on Wednesday welcomed Kuwait's ratification of the Pakistan-Kuwait Defence Cooperation Agreement, as the two countries agreed to expand cooperation in defence, trade, investment and other key sectors, with the visiting Kuwaiti foreign minister praising Islamabad's constructive role in promoting regional peace and stability. | The understandings were reached during the two-day official visit of Kuwaiti Foreign Minister Sheikh Jarrah Jaber Al-Ahmad Al-Sabah, who held delegation-level talks with Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar, called on Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif and later met Ch…
(2026-07-30). Wuhan's citywide drone network reaches nearly any location in five minutes. ecns.cn China's first low‚Äëaltitude drone remote‚Äësensing network for routine urban management across a megacity was unveiled on Wednesday in Wuhan, central Hubei province by the city's surveying institute and DJI Enterprise.
(2026-07-30). As ASEAN meets, manufactured confrontations in the South China Sea. wsws.org The clashes in the South China Sea during last week's ASEAN summit in Manila expose the deliberate manufacturing of conflict with China by the Philippine state, acting on behalf of a US drive to militarize Southeast Asia.
(2026-07-30). Drone hits gas storage tanker at Mediterranean port, Ambrey reports. al-monitor.com By Jonathan Saul, Marwa Rashad and Mohamed EzzLONDON/CAIRO, July 29 (Reuters) – A drone hit a U.S.-owned gas storage tanker at Egypt's Mediterranean port of Damietta, British maritime security firm Ambrey said on Wednesday, in an initial assessment that could signal a further spread of conflict across the Middle East.A statement from Egypt's petroleum ministry confirmed a fire at the port but made no mention of a drone attack and did not provide a cause for the incident.
(2026-07-30). Monday 7/27: 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…
(2026-07-30). Infantino's World Cup commercialisation push hits a brick wall. thecanary.co 
FIFA president Gianni Infantino has unveiled a commercial project. It could become one of the biggest financial ventures in the organisation's history. The plan would partially privatise FIFA's commercial operations, most notably the World Cup. For the first time, outside investors would be allowed to take a stake in these activities. Below, Al-Kanari breaks down […] | By
(2026-07-30). What India's Cockroach Party won — and what's next. wagingnonviolence.org 
This article The Cockroach Party ousted a government minister and agreed to leave the streets of New Delhi — now the question is what structures remain to get its other demands met. | This article
(2026-07-30). Oil jumps 8% as US-Iran war pressures Saudi Arabia, explosions hit Egypt. al-monitor.com The price of benchmark Brent crude climbed past $90 per barrel on Wednesday after a renewed round of US-Iran hostilities shattered a days-long lull in fighting and the Houthis targeted Saudi oil exports.
(2026-07-30). Amazon's Zoox secures US federal approval for steering-wheel-free robotaxis. aljazeera.com Zoox will launch its commercial robotaxi service in Las Vegas after receiving federal clearance.
(2026-07-30). U.N. Expert Francesca Albanese Slams U.S. "Complicity" as Trump Meets Netanyahu Despite ICC Warrant. nationofchange.org We speak to Francesca Albanese, the United Nations special rapporteur on the occupied Palestinian territory, about Israel's continued impunity from international law.
(2026-07-30). RSS Loyalist Pralhad Joshi given additional charge of Education Ministry. ummid.com A long term RSS loyalist, Pralhad Joshi, has been given additional charge of the Ministry of Education after the resignation of Dharmendra Pradhan.
(2026-07-30). Tamil Nadu MBBS, BDS Rank List 2026: Time, Link to Check. ummid.com The Directorate of Medical Education Tamil Nadu (DME Tamil Nadu) is publishing soon on its official website 'tnmedicalselection.net' and 'tnhealth.tn.gov.in' the Rank List, also called as Merit List, of the students who have registered for TN MBBS / BDS Counselling for NEET 2026 (NEET UG 2026) based admission in different Medical Courses for the academic year 2026-27.
(2026-07-30). US appeals court rejects Trump expansion of mandatory migrant detention. aljazeera.com Appeals court rules that the Trump administration cannot deny detained migrants the chance for release on bond.
(2026-07-30). Jamshoro plant to fully switch to Thar coal. tribune.com.pk 
A stakeholder meeting was held at the Thar Block-1 mine site to advance discussions on the supply of indigenous Thar coal for the 660-megawatt Jamshoro power project. | The meeting was attended by K-Electric (KE) Chairman Shaheryar Arshad Chishty, Thar Coal Energy Board MD Tariq Ali Shah, Sino Sindh Resources Limited (SSRL) CEO Li Jigen, Jamshoro Power Company Limited (JPCL) CEO Muhammad Abdul Vakil and representatives of the Private Power and Infrastructure Board. | Discussions focused on coal supply arrangements for the Jamshoro project during its interim blended coal operations and following its proposed co…
(2026-07-30). MHT CET 2026 DSE Merit List Released: What Next? ummid.com The Maharashtra State Common Entrance Test (CET) Cell has published on Saturday July 25, 2026 on its official website dse2026.mahacet.org.in Merit List of students seeking admission in Direct Second Year Full Time Under Graduate Course in Engineering (B.E. / B Tech) for the academic year 2026-27.
(2026-07-30). CAT 2026 Notification Released: Important Dates. ummid.com The Indian Institutes of Management (IIM) has published on its official website 'iimcat.ac.in' the notification of Common Admission Test 2026 (CAT 2026) along with the registration start date and other important dates.
(2026-07-30). Christian Sorace & David Sneath: Steppe Transitions. newleftreview.org Mongolia's diverse ecology was the site of revolutionary transformations in the twentieth century, when the principal source of wealth—the livestock herd—was sequentially the basis of feudal class, collective resource and a privatized asset. The socialist making of a nation-state and its capitalist unmaking—a materialist account.
(2026-07-30). Who died and why: COVID-19, class and mass death in the United States. wsws.org Across both the Trump and Biden administrations, official public health policy forced working-class and minority Americans to bear the pandemic's highest death toll.
(2026-07-30). SARS, SAPS deal blow to illicit alcohol trade. sanews.gov.za SARS, SAPS deal blow to illicit alcohol trade | In a multi-million-rand blow to the illicit alcohol trade, law enforcement officers caught smugglers red-handed offloading 26 000 litres of irregularly declared high-proof ethanol at an unregistered Kempton Park warehouse on Wednesday. ⚪ The crackdown was carried out by the South African Revenue Service (SARS), working with the South African Police Service (SAPS) DPCI Serious Commercial Crime Investigations. ⚪ "SARS, along with SAPS, raided premises identified as a storage facility for imported ethanol [96% alcohol]. The raid occurred as a consignment of the impor…
(2026-07-30). Saudi Arabia confirmed to host Asian Champions League Elite finals. aljazeera.com Saudi Arabia has hosted the last two Asian Champions League Elite finals and has now been confirmed for the next three.
(2026-07-30). Advocates sue Trump administration over secret dossiers compiled on 'ICE watchers'. nationofchange.org The Electronic Privacy Information Center and three legal observers say the agencies used facial recognition, body cameras and license plate readers to identify people who lawfully record enforcement operations, in breach of the Privacy Act of 1974.
(2026-07-30). "This Is a God Thing" — Johnson Claims Prayers Will Help GOP Win the Midterms. truthout.org Speaker of the House Mike Johnson (R-Louisiana) claimed this past weekend that Republicans will end up winning the 2026 midterms due in large part to God's intervention. Johnson appeared on the far right program "This Week on Capitol Hill," which is hosted by Family Research Council president Tony Perkins. During the July 25 episode, Johnson claimed that Americans "trust House Republicans… |
(2026-07-30). WHYY Newscast for Thursday 7:00 p.m. whyy.org The latest local headlines from WHYY…
(2026-07-30). Govt unveils four-year digital policy. tribune.com.pk 
Federal Minister for Religious Affairs Sardar Muhammad Yousuf on Wednesday unveiled Pakistan's first four-year Hajj Policy (2027 ñ2030), aimed at ensuring transparent and digital governance, accountability, merit and improved logistical facilities for pilgrims. | He announced that, for the first time, pilgrims will be able to choose their preferred Hajj year in advance under a four-year Hajj registration and waiting list system. The minister said three to four-year contracts could be signed for accommodation, transport, catering, air travel and cargo services, which would improve the quality of faciliti…
(2026-07-30). Lukashenko outlines key requirements for constructing social facilities, housing. eng.belta.by During his working trip to Brest on 30 July, Belarusian President Aleksandr Lukashenko outlined the requirements for building social facilities and housing.
(2026-07-30). How can you save water and avoid drainage faults. independentaustralia.net 
(2026-07-30). Blatant Misuse of Power: Bhopal Activist on Jauhar University Demolition Order. ummid.com The decision of the Yogi Adityanath-led Uttar Pradesh government to demolish 38 of the 40 buildings on the campus of Mohammad Ali Jauhar University in Rampur, including the university mosque under the pretext of "illegal construction," is one of the most sweeping misuse of power such, Razia Masood, a Bhopal-based Social Activist, said.
(2026-07-30). WHYY Newscast for Thursday 4:00 p.m. whyy.org The latest local headlines from WHYY…
(2026-07-30). Australia School Photos Scraped for AI-Fueled Image Misuse. hrw.org Click to expand Image | Students taking a group photo. | © 2016 Owen Franken/Getty Images | Australia's eSafety commissioner issued an advisory on July 28 urging schools to review how they share images online, citing a rise in the misuse of school photos. Between January and March 2026, the commissioner received over 100 reports concerning anonymous accounts targeting schools and school staff through misuse of images taken from official school websites and social media accounts. Much of the content, shared on platforms including TikTok and Instagram, involved artificial intelligence (AI)-generated materia…
(2026-07-30). China Energy deploys 100+ AI agents across industrial chain, boosting productivity. ecns.cn China Energy, a major state-owned energy group, has deployed more than 100 artificial intelligence agents across its coal, power generation, chemicals, transport and hydrogen businesses, an executive said on Wednesday.
(2026-07-30). Stocks fall 1,581 points as Gulf tensions flare. tribune.com.pk 
Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX) ended Wednesday's trading session on a weak note, where the benchmark KSE-100 index lost 1,580.90 points, or 0.89%, to settle at 176,042.99 amid renewed selling pressure. | The index remained in negative territory for most of the session, moving between the intra-day high of 176,935.03 and the low of 175,631.74. The KSE-100 earlier fell 1,297.67 points at 9: 34am as investors reacted cautiously to geopolitical tensions and uncertain global market cues. | The negative sentiment deepened because of a sell-off in Asian equities, where concerns over the outlook for artificial intellige…
(2026-07-30). Father of Georgia Apalachee school shooter sentenced to 15 years in prison. aljazeera.com Colin Gray, 55, was convicted of second-degree murder after his son Colt carried out a school shooting that killed four.
(2026-07-30). How Can We Get More Federal Funding For Hospitals & Healthcare In Every State? indybay.org Since 1980 no one has dared to speak up to repeal the Bayh-Dole Act. If it is repealed or amended, we can get a lot more federal funds for all States for healthcare, hospitals and housing. THE TIME IS NOW!!!
(2026-07-30). There is no such thing as "neutrality" in class struggle on the "violation of political neutrality" unitedworldint.com By Akira Fujiwara, Educational WorkerAccording to a survey by Okinawa Prefecture, from 1972—the year Okinawa reverted to Japanese sovereignty—through 2025, there were 6,409 arrests of U.S. military personnel, its civilian employees, and their families for criminal offenses under the Criminal Law. The number has continued to rise in recent years, reaching 101 cases in 2025—the …
(2026-07-30). UN demands end of Ugandan clampdown on dissent. aljazeera.com Pervasive climate of fear condemned amid human rights violations and crackdowns on opposition.
(2026-07-30). AGSA probes external auditor. sanews.gov.za AGSA probes external auditor | The Auditor-General of South Africa (AGSA) is looking into a partner at audit firm Crowe, following revelations that a senior partner performed a disputed valuation related to the acquisition of a stake in Lanseria Holdings. ⚪ Auditor Gary Kartsounis provided financial valuation services in a transaction between the Public Investment Corporation (PIC) and Acapulco regarding the acquisition of a stake in Lanseria Holdings. The valuations are now being questioned. ⚪ The matter also relates to the Independent Regulatory Board for Auditors (IRBA)'s adverse findings and sanctions again…
(2026-07-30). The Robot Tech War Is Here: Why the US and China Are Racing for AI Dominance. thinktank.pk The global technology rivalry between the United States and China is entering a new phase. After years of competition over semiconductors, artificial intelligence, 5G networks, and quantum computing, humanoid robots and AI-powered autonomous machines are emerging as the next strategic frontier. Recent U.S. restrictions on the import of new Chinese-made humanoid robots and connected robotic …
(2026-07-30). Corey's Corner July 30, 2026 Needs. wibailoutpeople.org 
COREYS CORNER ALWAYS NEEDED: | — Bags of Ice | — More beloved community members | SUPPORT ON THE GROUND WORK: | Venmo: The demands from the family are: | 1. Arrest the officer responsible for Corey Ruiz's killing. | 2. Require MPD and DCI to fully comply with the Office of the Independent Police Monitor by providing any information, evidence, and materials requested for an independent review. | 3. Giv…
(2026-07-30). What's Happening At Pacifica? indybay.org Pacifica Foundation which runs KPFA, KPFK, KPFT, WBAI and WPFW is having a national election under new bylaws which are being challenged by listeners and programmers. The new election is already coming under challenge for the removal of candidates who are running in opposition to the present majority of the Pacifica Board .
(2026-07-30). 'Dangerous tipping point': California leads suit against Trump over environmental deregulation. peoplesworld.org 
OAKLAND, Calif.—As intense heatwaves become more common and climate scientists issue more alarming warnings, many states and environmentalists are pushing back on what they see as the Trump administration's climate change denialism. California Attorney General Rob Bonta this week co-led a coalition of 19 attorneys general and one city in filing a lawsuit against the …
(2026-07-30). 'The federal government is looking to ignore their rights': Delaware ACLU urges leaders to limit ICE, police cooperation. whyy.org The American Civil Liberties Union of Delaware is urging Gov. Matt Meyer, Attorney General Kathy Jennings and other state leaders to adopt statewide limits on how Delaware law enforcement agencies cooperate with U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement. | In a letter sent Monday and signed by more than two dozen advocacy and community organizations, the organization is calling for two immediate reforms: establishing clear statewide guidelines outlining when law enforcement can assist ICE; and guidance prohibiting state and local agencies from sharing information with federal immigration authorities unless ICE pre…
(2026-07-30). Public defenders strike in New York City and Detroit; Will Lehman, socialist candidate for UAW president, calls for unified walkout. wsws.org More than 500 public defender workers are now on strike in New York City and Detroit, in an expanding rebellion against poverty wages, healthcare cuts and crushing caseloads.
(2026-07-30). Golovchenko: Belarus' banking system meets all commitments for H1 2026. eng.belta.by The Belarusian banking system has fulfilled all its commitments for the | first half of the year, Roman Golovchenko, Chairman of the Board of the | National Bank of Belarus, told the media ahead of an expanded board…
(2026-07-30). China, U.S. have obligation to pursue dialogue and cooperation, no reason for conflict or confrontation: Ambassador Xie Feng. ecns.cn China and the United States have every obligation to pursue dialogue and cooperation, and no single reason for conflict or confrontation, Chinese Ambassador to the United States Xie Feng said Wednesday in a speech at the reception marking the 99th anniversary of the founding of the Chinese People's Liberation Army (PLA) held in Washington.
(2026-07-30). Major strikes drew 13% more workers in 2025 as sanitation, aerospace and health care employees walked out. nationofchange.org Federal figures count only stoppages involving 1,000 or more workers, which EPI says leaves out many people who walk off the job, while a broader university tracker recorded a slight decline in total work stoppage activity.
(2026-07-30). PM pushes unified national data center. tribune.com.pk 
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Wednesday directed authorities to take immediate and effective measures to make the facilities of the newly established federal government-operated national central data center, Sky 47, available to all federal institutions. | He also directed that a meeting of the National Digital Commission should be convened at the earliest to take all stakeholders, including the provinces, into confidence regarding the policy. | Established under the Digital Nation Pakistan Act 2025, the commission is headed by the prime minister, while all provincial chief ministers serve as its members.
(2026-07-30). NEET Needs Fundamental Restructuring, Not Cosmetic Fixes. ummid.com The recurring crises surrounding National Eligibility cum Entrance Test (NEET) demonstrate that the problem lies not merely in its implementation but in the design of the system itself.
(2026-07-30). Belarus outlines most in-demand professions for next five years. eng.belta.by The Labor and Social Protection Ministry has prepared a forecast of labor-market needs until 2030. Sergei Katsko outlined three key areas that will be in demand over the next five years.
(2026-07-30). Canadian workers defend Will Lehman in face of death threat from top UAW official. wsws.org Will Lehman, a candidate for the presidency of the United Auto Workers in the ongoing election, was sent a death threat by a top union official and close ally of current President Shawn Fain. Workers across Canada have responded angrily to Jensen's thuggish behaviour and sent statements of solidarity to the WSWS.
(2026-07-30). Can the UN's Refugee Convention survive? aljazeera.com The 1951 UN Refugee Convention marks its 75th anniversary this week but is facing anti-migration sentiment in the West.
(2026-07-30). Javier Moreno Zacarés: Dynamics of American Capitalism. newleftreview.org Following his widely praised Ages of American Capitalism, Jonathan Levy's The Real Economy proposes a theoretical counterpart, grounding a concept of capital in a fusion of Smith, Keynes, Freud, Deleuze and Guatarri. Javier Moreno Zacarés responds with a thoroughgoing critical engagement, ranging from the 'transition debate' to the AI bubble.
(2026-07-30). Chinese online literature platforms draw 250 million registered users overseas. ecns.cn Chinese online literature platforms had about 250 million registered users overseas by the end of 2025, with active users spanning more than 200 countries and regions, according to a report released on Thursday.
(2026-07-30). Nigerien health professionals train in China to strengthen cardiac, critical care. ecns.cn Nine health professionals from Niamey General Reference Hospital in Niger recently completed a week-long training program at the First Affiliated Hospital of Guangxi Medical University in Nanning, south China's Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region.
(2026-07-30). Siberian tiger park showcases China's conservation efforts to the world. ecns.cn The 16th Global Tiger Day event was held on Tuesday at the Siberian Tiger Park in northeast China's Heilongjiang Province, highlighting China's achievements in tiger conservation, science education and ecological tourism.
(2026-07-30). India's "Cockroach Movement" Woke Up a Nation. But Is It Already Asleep Again? truthout.org Clad in a black T-shirt and sporting slightly unkempt hair, Abhijeet Dipke conducted the massive crowd in front of him. As they waved a sea of Indian flags to the beat of the music, he stood over them waving one back. The song they were all singing, "Maa Tujhe Salaam," is one of India's most patriotic, released by A.R. Rahman in 1997 to mark the country's 50th year of independence. |
(2026-07-30). Israeli Military Mental Health Crisis Deepens as Two Female Israeli Soldiers Die by Suicide in the Past Two Days. worldbeyondwar.org 
"The endless wars take a heavy toll on us all: they inflict physical and mental wounds that will last for the rest of our lives. We are living between runs to the bomb shelters and announcements of fallen soldiers." #WorldBEYONDWar…
(2026-07-30). Araqchi presses European counterparts over use of bases in US operations. al-monitor.com DUBAI, July 30 (Reuters) – Iran's Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi urged Bulgaria to reconsider its decision to allow the temporary deployment of U.S. military aircraft at the Bezmer air base, Iranian state media reported on Thursday.
(2026-07-30). The impending collapse of California's transportation fuel infrastructure. onlineopinion.com.au A chain is only as strong as its weakest link, which is potentially catastrophic for the USA's defence…
(2026-07-30). Saturday 8/1: San José…Defend Democracy. indybay.org Winchester Shopping Center sign | 3137 Stevens Creek Blvd, San José, CA 95117…
(2026-07-30). Aerial views show earthquake damage in Kumamoto Prefecture. ecns.cn An aerial photo taken on July 30, 2026 shows cracks in the ground at a parking lot in Kumamoto Prefecture, Japan.
(2026-07-30). ICE detains travelers at US airports in expanding police state dragnet. wsws.org Masked federal agents are seizing immigrants with work authorization and pending legal claims, frequently without producing warrants, before imprisoning them in an increasingly deadly network of private concentration camps.
(2026-07-30). Calls Grow for Oversight as OpenAI Says Experimental AI Agents Went Rogue. truthout.org Artificial intelligence tools are quickly advancing in sophistication and capabilities, raising alarm among researchers and industry figures who say the technology needs to be more tightly regulated. This comes as OpenAI, maker of ChatGPT, recently disclosed that one of its experimental AI agents went rogue and secretly hacked into the infrastructure of several other companies in what was supposed… |
(2026-07-30). DTE Maha Post HSC 2026 D Pharmacy Admission: Last Date Changed. ummid.com The Directorate of Technical Education (DTE) Maharashtra has extended, for the second time, the last date of application and submission of online form for admission in First Year Post HSC Diploma in Pharmacy (D Pharm) for the year 2026-2027.
(2026-07-30). Eggs back in India school meals after outcry. geo.tv Students queue up to receive mid-day meals at a government primary school in Kolkata on July 9, 2026. — AFPKOLKATA: India's West Bengal state will bring back eggs to free school meals after a backlash against a decision by its Hindu nationalist government to replace them with…
(2026-07-30). The price of international citizenship Switzerland showing NZ the climate way. asiapacificreport.nz By Jeremy Rose In the run-up to the 1975 New Zealand election, the Labour, National, Social Credit, and Values parties all committed to the target of spending 1 percent of gross national product on foreign aid, with 70 percent of that coming from the government. If we had met that target, the government would have…
(2026-07-30). Thursday 7/30: Help Victims of Another Tentcrusher Expedition on Thursday July 30? indybay.org Coral St. between Hiway 9/River St. and Limekiln…
(2026-07-30). Fetterman Is So Unpopular That He Loses to "Someone Else" by 18 Points in Poll. truthout.org Sen. John Fetterman (D-Pennsylvania) is so unpopular that he would lose his hypothetical re-election by nearly 20 points to a generic "someone else" choice if the election were held today, new polling finds. PennLive/Bravo Group polling released Wednesday asked a group of Pennsylvania voters who they would vote for between Fetterman and "someone else." Fifty-eight percent of respondents said… |
(2026-07-30). Allan's resigned: How will the media shut down Labor now. independentaustralia.net 
(2026-07-30). China expresses sympathies for bereaved families, the injured in Japan earthquake: FM. ecns.cn A Chinese foreign ministry spokesperson on Wednesday said China is closely monitoring the impact of the earthquake in Japan's Kumamoto Prefecture, mourning the loss of life and extending condolences to the bereaved families and the injured.
(2026-07-30). The healthcare ethics crisis inside Nauru. independentaustralia.net 
(2026-07-30). Wednesday 8/26: Picket & Pray. indybay.org Zoom | zoom.us/meeting/register/tU6krXE_RRGWnxK……
(2026-07-30). Power consumers may face Rs1.20 tariff hike. tribune.com.pk 
Electricity tariffs are likely to increase by Rs1.20 per kilowatt-hour (kWh) on account of fuel adjustment for June 2026, dealing another blow to inflation-weary consumers. | The National Electric Power Regulatory Authority (Nepra) conducted a public hearing on Tuesday to consider the fuel price adjustment. The Central Power Purchasing Agency (CPPA) has filed a petition calling for a hike of Rs1.20 per unit. According to the CPPA managing director, 13.07 billion units of electricity were sold in June. The reference fuel cost was estimated at Rs7.71, but the actual cost jumped to Rs8.91 per unit, mainly due to…
(2026-07-30). Saige England: People, environment win DP World showdown but port predator fight goes on. asiapacificreport.nz 
COMMENTARY: By Saige England The people won. The environment won. The Lyttelton port remains in public hands. For now. Please join the protest tomorrow. There is more on the table. And the battle for the port is far from over. The DP World deal being dropped can be attributed to rousing support and brilliant speakers…
(2026-07-30). Sri Lankan fake lefts defend government over killing of Negombo prisoners. wsws.org The fake left have chimed in, not to denounce the government and prison authorities for their brutality, but to join the chorus calling for prison reform and how to run the jails more efficiently.
(2026-07-30). Why India's 'Cockroach' Protest is Different. ummid.com What began as an online response to the Indian youth being compared to 'cockroaches' has now moved from memes and mock slogans to the streets of not just Delhi but most capitals in India.
(2026-07-30). Japan Has Officially Joined The Tomahawk Cruise Missile Club. twz.com 
The Japan Maritime Self-Defense Force (JMSDF) has fired a
(2026-07-30). Samoa face World Rugby ban over PM's 'political madness', opposition warns. asiapacificreport.nz 
By Margot Staunton of RNZ Pacific Samoa's opposition leader Tuilaepa Sa'ilele Malielegaoi says the country faces suspension by World Rugby today because of "a dirty political move" by the government. Tuilaepa's spoke to RNZ Pacific after the government announced that it was pulling its support of Lakapi Samoa due to "unresolved internal issues and division"
(2026-07-30). Chikunga launches documentary celebrating special Olympics athletes. sanews.gov.za Chikunga launches documentary celebrating special Olympics athletes | Minister in the Presidency responsible for Women, Youth and Persons with Disabilities, Sindisiwe Chikunga, has reaffirmed government's commitment to advancing the rights and inclusion of persons with disabilities through sport. | Chikunga made the commitment during the premiere of Catching the Wind, a documentary celebrating the resilience, courage, and achievements of Special Olympics South Africa athletes. | Chikunga, together with Special Olympics South Africa (SOSA) Chairperson, Dr Mathews Phosa, officially launched the documentary at Ster-…
(2026-07-30). EconoScope | Japanese industry feels the chill as Chinese tourist arrivals plunge. ecns.cn Japan's summer tourism season is usually one of its busiest, but this year the country's inbound travel market has cooled significantly as the number of Chinese visitors declined.
(2026-07-30). WHYY Newscast for Thursday 11:00 a.m. whyy.org The latest local headlines from WHYY…
(2026-07-30). Palestinian Journalists Week of Action August 10-16, 2026. wibailoutpeople.org 
As we approach one year since Anas al-Sharif's martyrdom and his final message — "I entrust you with Palestine… I entrust you not to be silenced by chains, nor held back by borders" — we announce a week of action, August 10th through the 16th. We will honor Anas and all martyred Palestinian journalists, confronting the …
(2026-07-30). Mumbai's Raza Academy President visits Jauhar University to oppose demolition. ummid.com A delegation of Raza Academy Mumbai Sunday July 26, 2026 visited Mohammad Ali Jauhar University in Rampur in solidarity with the protesting students, and to oppose Uttar Pradesh government's demolition order.
(2026-07-30). Trump's Tariff Strategy: Effectiveness and Global Impact. ummid.com Though struck down by the Supreme Court, US President Donald Trump's tariffs have returned through new legal loopholes, hitting 60 nations under a 'forced labour' pretext.
(2026-07-30). Coal power share falls below 50% of China's electricity generation for first time. ecns.cn Coal-fired power accounted for 49.7% of China's total electricity generation in the first half of 2026, marking the first time the share has dropped below 50% for a half-year period, an official of the National Energy Administration said at a press conference on Thursday.
(2026-07-30). Claim: Australia is Blowing Millions of Dollars on a No Show Climate Conference. wattsupwiththat.com Apparently someone in the office stuffed up the invitations.
(2026-07-30). Return of Narco-President Juan Orlando Hernández Reignites Debate on Impunity in Honduras. orinocotribune.com The return to Honduras of former President Juan Orlando Hernández, convicted in the United States for drug trafficking and later pardoned by US President Donald Trump, has reignited the debate on impunity, corruption, and the links between political power and organized crime in Honduras. | According to various analysts, Hernández's return does not mark the end of an episode, but rather reopens an institutional crisis characterized by the capture of the state by drug trafficking and the strengthening of structures linked to the crime. | Parliamentarian Fabricio Sandoval pointed out that Hernández was sentenced by…
(2026-07-30). How much National Testing Agency earns, Govt data reveals. ummid.com The Narendra Modi Government Wednesday July 22, 2026 released a comprehensive data showing how much the National Testing Agency (NTA) has earned and how many exams it conducted along with the details of appeared students.
(2026-07-30). Newspaper featuring Fields Medal winner Wang Hong sparks buying frenzy in China. ecns.cn A front-page profile of Chinese mathematician Wang Hong, published by Guangxi Daily following her Fields Medal win, has sparked a rare rush to buy the print edition, with copies reselling for as much as 65 yuan (about $9.60).
(2026-07-30). 'Estonian hotheads' and nuclear Talk: Top Putin aide paints Baltic states as frontline threat to Russia. hindustantimes.com Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov has accused the Baltic states of becoming the "main striking forces" against Russia, claiming Estonia, Latvia, and Lithuania are escalating tensions with Moscow. In a wide-ranging interview, Lavrov also alleged that Nazism is re-emerging in Europe, defended Russia's sovereignty, and said the country would continue pursuing its national interests. He predicted that China and India would support Russia's vision of a more balanced global order while criticizing the United States and Europe. Watch the full speech and key statements from Lavrov on Russia's foreign policy, securit…
(2026-07-30). Lukashenko inspecting Brest Electric Lamp Plant. eng.belta.by The head of state heard a report on the current state and development prospects of the enterprise, which is part of the Horizont holding.
(2026-07-30). CLAT 2027 on Dec 06, Registration Starts on Aug 03, 2026. ummid.com The Common Law Admission Test 2027 (CLAT 2027) will be held on December 06, 2026 whereas the registration and online application process for CLAT 2027 will commence on August 03, 2026, the Consortium of National Law Universities (NALSAR) said.
(2026-07-30). Howe exits Newcastle on Premier League season eve, with Al-Ahli boss touted. aljazeera.com Eddie Howe has left Newcastle on the eve of Premier League season, with Matthias Jaissle touted as new manager.
(2026-07-30). Saturday 8/1: Hikers for Palestine: Walking in Solidarity with the Children of Palestine. indybay.org Canyon Meadow Staging Area, Reinhardt Redwood Regional Park (7867 Redwood Road, Oakland, CA 94619)…
(2026-07-30). Madison: Urban Triage Produce Pop Up Every Thursday; Free Organic Produce! wibailoutpeople.org 
(2026-07-30). Zhengzhou-Moscow direct freight express train launched in central China's Henan. ecns.cn A freight train carrying postal parcels and cross-border e-commerce goods left Xinzheng East Station in central China's Henan Province on Thursday, bound for Moscow.
(2026-07-30). On Our Nightstands: July 2026. publicbooks.org At Public Books, our editorial staff and contributors are hard at work to provide readers with thought-provoking articles. But when the workday is done, what is actually on our nightstands? Here we bring you, in our own words, a behind-the-scenes look at what we have been reading this month. Nicholas Dames Editor in Chief Frederic …
(2026-07-30). Malegaon Joins Protest for Protection of Jauhar University, Students Rights. ummid.com As student movements continue to gain momentum across India over issues concerning educational justice and democratic rights, Bedari Foundation has announced a special public gathering in Malegaon to express solidarity with the students protesting at Jantar Mantar, New Delhi, and to support the movement for the protection of Mohammad Ali Jauhar University, Rampur.
(2026-07-30). China's women's sabre team claims silver at 2026 Fencing World Championships. ecns.cn China's women's sabre team won silver at the 2026 Fencing World Championships in Hong Kong on Wednesday after a 45-41 loss to Hungary in the final.
(2026-07-30). Egypt confirms drone caused fire on two gas vessels at Damietta. tribune.com.pk 
(2026-07-30). South Africa's le Clos breaks Commonwealth Games medal record. aljazeera.com South Africa took bronze in the men's 4×100 medley relay swimming event for Chad le Clos's record 21st Games medal.
(2026-07-30). New York Times publishes friendly interview with Mamdani. wsws.org There is growing disgust with capitalism and increasing interest in a socialist alternative, seen in the fact that millions are voting for candidates who call themselves socialist. The role of the DSA is to channel this political radicalization behind the Democrats in order to block the development of an independent movement of the working class.
(2026-07-30). ECC approves 1m tonnes wheat import. tribune.com.pk 
The Economic Coordination Committee on Wednesday conditionally approved import of up to one million metric tonnes of wheat in an emergency session but linked the final consignments with bank's letter of credits of an estimated $340 million value on behalf of provinces that had demanded the commodity. | Headed by Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb, the ECC approved the proposal to constitute a steering committee, which would oversee the mechanism for the wheat import, mainly to make sure that the provinces pay their dues before import so that the cost is not borne by the federal government. | The Ministry of F…
(2026-07-30). Teamsters proclaim "victory" at United Airlines while withholding contract from 11,000 mechanics. wsws.org More than a week after declaring an "industry-leading" agreement, the Teamsters have still not released a term sheet, wage schedule or contract language to United mechanics.
(2026-07-30). First batch of overseas equipment arrives in Shanghai for WorldSkills 2026. ecns.cn Preparations for the 48th WorldSkills Competition advanced Wednesday as the first batch of overseas equipment cleared customs at Shanghai's Yangshan Port.
(2026-07-30). Trump gives data centres freedom to cause acid rain. thecanary.co 
Data centres are getting a bad reputation for how much energy and water they use (something particularly problematic for AI data centres). The reputation these data centres have will likely only get worse too, because Trump is seemingly giving them permission to create acid rain: The Trump administration has exempted data centers from acid rain […] | By
(2026-07-30). "Humanitarian challenges today are global, and so must be the solutions" icrc.org Launch of the 2025 Beijing Symposium Report…
(2026-07-30). WHYY Newscast for Thursday 5:00 p.m. whyy.org The latest local headlines from WHYY…
(2026-07-30). New Zealand top diplomat draws Chinese embassy complaint in racism row. tribune.com.pk 
Beijing's embassy in New Zealand said it had raised an official complaint Thursday after top diplomat Winston Peters told a lawmaker of Chinese descent to "go back to your own country". | Populist NZ First leader Peters was asked by China-born Green Party member Lawrence Xu-Nan: "Are you vaccinated?" during a heated debate about New Zealand's response to the Covid pandemic on Wednesday. | In response, Peters said the lawmaker, who was born in the Chinese city of Tianjin but grew up in New Zealand, had "come here five minutes ago". | "Go back to your own country. That's where they lie like a flatfish, but they…
(2026-07-30). China donates $2m reproductive health supplies. tribune.com.pk 
China, in collaboration with the United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA), on Wednesday handed over reproductive health and family planning supplies and equipment worth $2 million to Pakistan. | The equipment were handed over in order to improve maternal and newborn healthcare services and expanding family planning access in 10 underserved districts across the country. | The reproductive health and family planning supplies and equipment were handed over to the Ministry of National Health Services, Regulations and Coordination during a ceremony held at the Rural Health Center (RHC) Tarlai in Islamabad.
(2026-07-30). Islamic banks told to scrap abaya dress code. tribune.com.pk 
(2026-07-30). Bridget Phillipson, new Labour chair, funded by pro-Israeli lobbyists. thecanary.co 
On June 28th, unelected Prime Minister Andy Burnham appointed Bridget Phillipson as the new Labour Party chair. What many in the mainstream media did not report, however, is Phillipson's connection to Stuart Roden, a lobbyist with links to Israeli intelligence. Stuart Roden In 2023, Phillipson registered two £40,000 donations from Roden, the co-founder of Hetz […] | By
(2026-07-30). TN NEET UG Counselling 2026: Registration Window Re-Opens. ummid.com The Directorate of Medical Education Tamil Nadu (DME Tamil Nadu) has re-opened the registration window for the TN NEET UG 2026 Counselling conducted for admission in MBBS, BDS, BUMS, BHMS, BAMS and other medical courses run by the colleges in the State of Tamil Nadu.
(2026-07-30). State Department Mislabels Every Country on Map of Africa at Global Conference. truthout.org The U.S. State Department presented a map of Africa at a global AIDS conference this week in which every country was mislabelled and its borders jumbled. The map, as first reported by Substack writer and AIDS expert Emily Bass and confirmed by Reuters, "caused a stir" when it was presented by a top official from the foreign affairs agency. The graphic shows an outline of Africa with six… |
(2026-07-30). Trump regime may be trying to kill Americans. indybay.org The convicted felon President Donald J, Trump and the Trump administration may be trying to kill Americans, one way or another.
(2026-07-30). Helicopter crash in Argentina kills seven. tribune.com.pk 
Seven people died when a firefighting helicopter in Argentina's western San Juan province crashed on Wednesday, a local official said. | The Bell 412 aircraft was used to combat forest fires in San Juan's Ischigualasto natural park. | "With profound sorrow we received the news of the helicopter accident that occurred in our province, in which seven people sadly lost their lives," San Juan Governor Marcelo Orrego wrote on X. | Con profundo dolor recibimos la noticia del accidente de helicóptero ocurrido en nuestra provincia, en el que tristemente perdieron la vida siete personas. Entre ellas, Carlos Here…
(2026-07-30). Homenaje internacional a Murray Bookchin: 30 de julio 2026. indybay.org Homenaje internacional a Murray Bookchin | 30 de julio 2026 | Collectif de l'AtelierCOLLECTIF DE L'ATELIER…
(2026-07-30). Peace Is Built: An Invitation to Organize For A Colombia Without War / La Paz Se Construye: Una invitación A Organizarnos Por Una Colombia Sin Guerra. worldbeyondwar.org 
By Camilo Gonzalez, Coordinator Bogotá Chapter, World BEYOND War, July 30, 2026 | Español Abajo | In recent weeks, public debate in Colombia has been marked by a resurgence of discourse presenting armed confrontation and militarization as the primary response to the country's security problems. While some sectors promote an agenda focused on force and the identification of new internal enemies, numerous social organizations, communities, and human rights defenders insist that lasting peace will only be possible by addressing the structural causes of violence: inequality, exclusion, poverty, the absence of the…