(2026-08-23). Ex-Colombian president: Restoring Israeli ties applauds Gaza genocide. aljazeera.com Ex-Colombian President, Gustavo Petro, says restoring ties with Israel amounts to applauding the Gaza genocide.
(2026-08-23). The Dawn of a New Cold War. theintercept.com 
(2026-08-23). CDF Munir to visit Tehran on Monday: Iranian foreign ministry. tribune.com.pk 
Chief of Defence Forces (CDF) and Chief of Army Staff (COAS) Field Marshal Asim Munir will reportedly visit Tehran on Monday, Iran's Foreign Ministry Spokesperson Esmaeil Baghaei said on Sunday. | Pakistan has taken on a mediator role in negotiations between Iran and the United States aimed at ending the war which began with US and Israeli strikes on Iran in February. | The visit aims to bolster bilateral cooperation and build on "Pakistan's efforts to help strengthen peace and security in the region," Baghaei said in remarks carried by Iran's state-run news agency IRNA, Anadolu reported. | Baghaei added that…
(2026-08-23). Mojtaba gets shock defense invite: Will Iran join Saudi Arabia, Pakistan and Turkey's new alliance. hindustantimes.com Iran has reportedly received an invitation to join the Mecca Joint Defense Agreement, a military pact currently involving Saudi Arabia, Pakistan and Turkey. The alliance treats an armed attack on one member as an attack on all, raising questions about the future of Middle East security. Iran's parliamentary news agency chief says Tehran is considering the invitation, but Iranian officials have not officially confirmed it. Saudi Arabia, Pakistan and Turkey have also made no public confirmation. If Iran joins, the move could reshape regional alliances, transform Saudi-Iran relations and create a powerful new Islami…
(2026-08-23). Israel's war on Gaza forces Palestinians to rely on 'Stone Age' toilets. aljazeera.com The displaced in Gaza are struggling to find safe, discreet and sanitary toilets amid health crisis.
(2026-08-23). Wednesday 8/26: Power Half-Hour for Gaza. indybay.org Zoom | http: //jvp.org/gazaph…
(2026-08-23). Israeli air strike near Gaza refugee camp kills one person and injures two. aljazeera.com Israeli air attack near Gaza's Maghazi camp kills one person and injures two others.
(2026-08-23). Heavy Israeli air strike hits warehouse in central Gaza. aljazeera.com
(2026-08-23). The daily struggle for a dignified life continues for Palestinians in Gaza. icrc.org
(2026-08-23). Israel and the occupied territories: ICRC facilitates voluntary return of 88 individuals to Gaza. icrc.org
(2026-08-23). Venezuela: National Assembly Removes Opposition Deputy Ecarri From 'Friendship' Group Amid Rumors of Hiring US 'Money Doctor'. orinocotribune.com Caracas ( Rodríguez announced the decision on Saturday, August 22, in an official statement, describing Ecarri's actions as "irresponsible" and accusing him of violating Venezuela's legal order. | According to the National Assembl…
(2026-08-23). Flooding across Caracas, Venezuela, after heavy rains. aljazeera.com
(2026-08-23). President to answer questions in Parliament this week. sanews.gov.za President to answer questions in Parliament this week | President Cyril Ramaphosa will answer questions in the National Assembly this week as Parliament turns its attention to municipal governance, South Africa's international standing and the work of the Ad Hoc Committee investigating allegations made by Lieutenant General Nhlanhla Mkhwanazi. | President Ramaphosa is scheduled to answer questions for oral reply at 2pm on Tuesday. | Among the issues expected to come under scrutiny are measures to restore South Africa's credibility as a Pan-African voice amid protests against foreign nationals, as well as structur…
(2026-08-23). China delivers new deep-water offshore engineering vessel. ecns.cn China's domestically developed new-generation deep-water multi-functional offshore engineering vessel "Hai Yang Shi You 292" (Ocean Oil 292) was officially named and delivered in Qidong, Jiangsu Province, on Friday.
(2026-08-23). America Is Selling AI Subscriptions. China Is Selling Ownership. wattsupwiththat.com Export promotion is in the national interest. Policies that increase the supply of American compute, enable open models, encourage private investment, and broaden access for startups, researchers, and allies will generate far greater long-term returns than quixotic efforts to close off intelligence for the benefit of a few at the expense of the many.
(2026-08-23). Fils dominates Cobolli to book Cincinnati final. tribune.com.pk 
Arthur Fils charged into the men's final of the ATP-WTA Cincinnati Masters on Saturday as he dispatched Flavio Cobolli 6-3, 6-4 in a match delayed for 45 minutes by rain and lightning. | In his first ever Masters 1000 final, The four-time ATP Tour champion will face American Tiafoe, who beat compatriot Brandon Nakashima 7-5 6-3. | The ‚Å Americans traded four consecutive breaks before drawing level at 3-3 in the opening set, but Tiafoe held to love in the seventh game and broke again to move 6-5 ahead before serving out the set. The 27-year-old broke Nakashima for a 3-2 lead in the second set and s…
(2026-08-23). Chinese robot beats Usain Bolt's 100m world record at Beijing games. tribune.com.pk 
(2026-08-23). 'You just can't trust Trump': Canadian premiers fire back in trade war. aljazeera.com Provincial premiers have joined Canada's Prime Minister Mark Carney, firing back after US President imposed tariffs.
(2026-08-23). Chinese robotics firms accelerate global expansion. ecns.cn "Going global" has emerged as one of the key themes of the 2026 World Robot Conference, which is being held in Beijing from Aug. 19 to 23.
palestinechronicle.com (2026-08-22). Major Escalation in Gaza Genocide May Be Coming Israeli Military Officials SayIsraeli newspaper Maariv reported that assessments circulating among the upper ranks of the Israeli military suggest Netanyahu does not want Israel's ongoing confrontations to end and could pursue renewed escalation in Gaza.
(2026-08-23). Chinese modernization offers insights for development paths, says senior Tajik official. ecns.cn Chinese modernization, a senior Tajik politician has argued, has charted a path distinct from the Western model ⚪ one that offers valuable experience for developing countries seeking a route to modernization suited to their own conditions.
(2026-08-23). U.S. meddling in Brazilian elections, preparing for possible military intervention. strategic-culture.su By Alan MacLeod | Join us on , , and . | Contact us: | The United States is interfering in the Brazilian presidential elections, pressuring…
(2026-08-23). Hind Rajab, Israeli Impunity and the International Community. juancole.com
(2026-08-23). World Humanitarian Day: Remarks by Yasmine Praz, Director of Operations, ICRC. icrc.org MSF-HUG event — 19 August 2026…
(2026-08-23). Saturday 10/10: Monterey Film Screening: All Left of You. indybay.org Irvine Auditorium, Middlebury Institute of International Studies, 499 Pierce Street, Monterey, CA 93944…
(2026-08-23). EBALDC transition situation raises slumlord and eviction fears. indybay.org 2008 photo of some California Hotel tenants protesting against their evictions by the Oakland Community Housing, INC., a non profit housing developer that was dissolved.
(2026-08-23). Monday 9/7: Santa Cruz: Workers Over Billionaires! Labor Day Pro-Union Protest. indybay.org Intersection of Ocean and Water Streets | Santa Cruz, CA…
(2026-08-23). Serena Williams teams up with Carlos Alcaraz in US Open mixed doubles. aljazeera.com The 23-time Grand Slam champion will not be playing singles, but could team up with her older sister Venus for doubles.
(2026-08-23). Johannes Stern discusses the campaign to free Bogdan Syrotiuk on The Katie Halper Show. wsws.org Johannes Stern joins The Katie Halper Show to discuss the 15-year sentence against the 27-year-old Ukrainian socialist Bogdan Syrotiuk and the international campaign to win his freedom.
(2026-08-23). Gen Z is increasingly using social media for news. What does this say about the current news environment? whyy.org Polls reveal that Gen Z adults are consuming news on social media in higher numbers than their older counterparts. | File photo: The TikTok logo is seen on a cell phone on Oct. 14, 2022, in Boston. North Carolina Gov. Roy Cooper's administration said it is reviewing the use of TikTok on state government devices, as the popular social media app is a growing source of security concerns from politicians in Washington and other states. (AP Photo/Michael Dwyer, File)…
(2026-08-23). Afridi vows to lead long march to Islamabad. tribune.com.pk 
Khyber-Pakhtunkhwa Chief Minister Muhammad Sohail Afridi on Saturday vowed to personally lead Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) workers in the September 27 long march to Islamabad, declaring that the announced date was firm and non-negotiable and that the party would not retreat until achieving its objective. | The chief minister made the remarks during a one-day visit to Hangu as part of preparations for the long march. He addressed participants of the PTI's Street Movement at Hangu Bazaar Chowk and Abu Bakr Siddique Chowk. PTI provincial president Junaid Akbar Khan, Provincial Ministers Shafi Jan and Meena Khan…
(2026-08-23). South China's Zhuhai airport cargo port tops 15,000 tons in first year. ecns.cn Zhuhai Airport's international cargo port in South China's Guangdong Province has handled over 15,000 metric tons of international air cargo in the first year since it was temporarily opened to international freight operations.
(2026-08-23). Xinjiang port sees over 59,000 train departures from China to Europe, Asia. ecns.cn Horgos Land Port in Xinjiang Uygur autonomous region has handled more than 59,000 freight trains from China to Europe and Asia, according to Xinjiang railway authorities on Thursday.
(2026-08-23). Chikunga seeks stronger SA-UAE cooperation on youth empowerment. sanews.gov.za Chikunga seeks stronger SA-UAE cooperation on youth empowerment | Minister in the Presidency for Women, Youth and Persons with Disabilities Sindisiwe Chikunga has called for stronger cooperation between South Africa and the United Arab Emirates (UAE) to advance youth empowerment, skills development, entrepreneurship and innovation. | Chikunga held a bilateral meeting with UAE Minister of State for Youth Affairs, Dr Sultan bin Saif Al Neyadi, on the sidelines of the BRICS (Brazil, Russia, India, China and South Africa) Youth Ministers' Meeting in Visakhapatnam, India, on Saturday. | The meeting focused on strength…
(2026-08-23). Christy Moore: 'James Connolly'. wibailoutpeople.org 
James Connolly Born Edinburgh, Scotland of Irish parents — said to have first come to Ireland in his youth as a member of the British Army — married in 1889 — active in The Socialist movement in Edinburgh in the early 1890s — came to Ireland in 1896 and founded the Irish Socialist Republican Party …
(2026-08-23). Putting money where it matters: How China can better 'invest in people'. ecns.cn On August 21, the State Council Information Office held a press conference as part of the "Start of the 15th Five-Year Plan" series. One phrase stood out at the press conference: "investing in people."
(2026-08-23). Chinese milk tea brands win over young consumers around the world. ecns.cn Chinese modern tea brands such as Mixue Ice Cream & Tea and CHAGEE are rapidly expanding overseas and gaining popularity among young consumers around the world. From Southeast and Central Asia to the Americas, long queues outside Chinese tea shops are becoming an increasingly common sight.
(2026-08-23). Sunday 9/6: Boycott Chevron Picket. indybay.org Chevron Corporate Station | 5500 Telegraph Ave, Oakland | (Telegraph at 55th)…
(2026-08-23). Breakfast shop owner's gesture to child with cancer sparks wave of giving. ecns.cn A breakfast shop owner in Hefei, Anhui Province, quietly slipped 100 yuan ($15) and two cups of soy milk into a food delivery order Monday after learning it was for a child undergoing chemotherapy. The act quickly went viral, inspiring pay-it-forward orders and nationwide support.
(2026-08-23). Messi scores but Miami slump continues. tribune.com.pk 
(2026-08-23). China adds Kyrgyzstan, Vietnam to 240-hour visa-free transit program, raising total covered countries to 57. ecns.cn China has expanded its 240-hour visa-free transit policy to citizens of Kyrgyzstan and Vietnam, bringing the number of countries covered by the policy to 57, according to the National Immigration Administration (NIA) on Wednesday.
(2026-08-23). Shenzhen Customs signs first sister-port cooperation MOU with Chile. ecns.cn Shenzhen Customs signed its first sister-port cooperation memorandum Thursday with Valparaíso Customs of Chile, under the APEC China Year 2026 framework.
(2026-08-23). Monday 9/21: Seaside: Peace Day Film and Potluck. indybay.org Monterey Peace and Justice Center, 1364 Fremont Blvd., Seaside, CA, 93955…
(2026-08-23). Saturday 8/22: Lompico Pond Restoration Project (LPRP) Volunteer Workday. indybay.org Lompico Pond (aka "Guacamole Pond" officially "Lake Lompico") | ~ 11603 Lakeshore Dr. (Felton CA 95018) near Lake Blvd…
(2026-08-23). Deutsche Autoindustrie gegen China. Warum sich dieser Krieg mit Zà∂llen nicht mehr gewinnen là§sst? strategic-culture.su Es scheint, als hà§tten die Deutschen endlich begonnen, das Ausmaàü des Problems ernsthaft zu begreifen, in das ihr Automobilgigant Volkswagen geraten ist. Und là§ngst geht es nicht mehr um ein misslungenes Modell, sinkende Verkaufszahlen auf einem einzelnen Markt oder eine voràºbergehende Krise der Elektroautos. Zur Debatte steht das Wirtschaftsmodell der deutschen Automobilindustrie selbst, das jahrzehntelang als praktisch unverwundbar galt. | Volkswagen durchlebt eine der schwersten Phasen seiner Geschichte. Chinesische Konkurrenten setzen das Unternehmen gleichzeitig in China und Europa un…
(2026-08-23). AI fraud costing victims millions of dollars. aljazeera.com Deepfake scams are becoming harder to spot as criminals use AI to impersonate officials and public figures.
(2026-08-23). AIM-424 "Malice" Very Long-Range Air-To-Air Missile Emerges From The Shadows (Updated). twz.com 
(2026-08-23). Dozens of attacks in southern Thailand wound three people. aljazeera.com Many local government offices and several vehicles were damaged or destroyed in the 51 attacks late on Saturday.
(2026-08-23). Xi'an hosts ISU Junior Grand Prix opening leg. ecns.cn The Xi'an leg of the ISU Junior Grand Prix of Figure Skating 2026/27 officially opened on Thursday, gathering more than 100 young skaters from over 30 countries and regions.
(2026-08-23). Sunday 8/30: Jumping Red Hill hosts Congressional candidates. indybay.org Notable House | 189 Ellsworth St. | San Francisco…
(2026-08-23). DPM Dar to undertake five-day official visit to UK from August 24-28th. tribune.com.pk 
Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar will undertake a five-day official visit to the United Kingdom (UK) on Monday, where he is scheduled to meet the secretary-general of the International Maritime Organisation (IMO) to discuss Pakistani crew members held by Somali pirates aboard the MT Honour 25 oil tanker, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MoFA) said on Sunday. | According to MoFA, FM Dar is scheduled to visit the UK from August 24-28. | üîà PR No. 2Ô∏è‚É£2Ô∏è‚É£7Ô∏è‚&Eac…
(2026-08-23). WI BOPM 15th Anniversary Event Draws Diverse Labor Community Crowd. wibailoutpeople.org 
15 years of showing up. 15 years of organizing. 15 years of building people power. ; ⚪ We had an incredible time in Milwaukee today c…
(2026-08-23). Whole Foods Goat Milk Supplier's Cruelty Protested. indybay.org Point made with giant "bloody" mild carton and "die-in"
(2026-08-23). Wednesday 9/16: Oakland Privacy: Fighting Against the Surveillance State. indybay.org Please email contact@oaklandprivacy.org a few days before the meeting to get up-to-date location information or obtain Zoom meeting access info.
(2026-08-23). South Africa's former boxing champion Tete shot dead outside home. aljazeera.com South Africa's former boxing champion Tete shot dead outside home…
(2026-08-23). JI chief announces nationwide strike, long march towards Islamabad after 12 Rabiul Awwal. tribune.com.pk 
Jamaat-e-Islami (JI) chief Hafiz Naeemur Rehman on Sunday announced that the party would continue its sit-in until the withdrawal of the petroleum levy, followed by a shutter-down strike after Rabiul Awwal 12, protest camps in different cities and, subsequently, a long march towards Islamabad. | Speaking at a press conference on the eighth day of the sit-in, Rehman said the JI's campaign had entered a decisive phase and that the party intended to take the movement to its logical conclusion. | He said the three ongoing sit-ins would continue, while protest camps would also be established in different cities. He…
(2026-08-23). Minister praises enthusiastic public response in Hangu. tribune.com.pk 
Khyber-Pakhtunkhwa Information and Public Relations Minister Shafi Jan has said the enthusiastic public response to the outreach campaign in Hangu, led by Chief Minister Muhammad Sohail Afridi, is a clear indication of the success of the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf's (PTI) September 27 long march on Islamabad. | He said the successful public mobilisation demonstrated growing public confidence in PTI founder Imran Khan and their determination to stand by him. "Millions of people will participate in the September 27 long march in Islamabad, which has left the Form 47 rulers deeply worried," he said. | Shafi Jan war…
(2026-08-23). AIPAC Loses Yet Another House Race It Poured Millions of Dollars Into. scheerpost.com By Sharon Zhang This article was originally published by Truthout AIPAC funneled money into opposing a candidate who has barely mentioned Israel on the campaign trail. AIPAC has lost yet another race into which it poured millions of dollars on Thursday after California state Sen. Aisha Wahab won her special election to serve out the …
(2026-08-23). Sunday 9/20: San Jose Peace and Justice Center 69th Anniversary. indybay.org 48 S. 7th Street San Jose, CA 95112…
(2026-08-23). Israeli politicians focus on foreign threats, ignoring spiralling debt. aljazeera.com Israel faces mounting debt pressures as wars and declining tax revenues collide and more top earners leave the country.
(2026-08-23). Boots Riley Speaks In Solidarity With Crockett 10 & ILWU C & H Workers Struggle At Court. indybay.org Film maker, musician and activist Boots Riley spoke in solidarity with the Crockett 10 who have been attacked and charged by Contra Costa county police at the C & H sugar refinery which was being struck by ILWU Local 6 and ILWU Local 10. | The defendants and union and community supporters rallied at the court house at the hearings and Boots Riley spoke in the afternoon.
(2026-08-23). US Senate nominee Abdul El-Sayed rebuts criticism from JD Vance. aljazeera.com El-Sayed has hit back at JD Vance, saying his identity and religion aren't causing the Trump administration's problems.
(2026-08-23). China regains top spot among Germany's trading partners in H1. ecns.cn China remained Germany's largest trading partner in the first half of 2026, with bilateral trade reaching 125.5 billion euros ($146.8 billion), according to data released by the German Federal Statistical Office on Wednesday.
(2026-08-23). Far-right provocateur Jake Lang arrested after Minneapolis riot. aljazeera.com Far-right influencer Jake Lang was arrested after clashes erupted at his rally outside Minneapolis City Hall.
(2026-08-23). Kazakhstan holds parliamentary election expected to cement president's grip. aljazeera.com Only state-approved parties loyal to President Tokayev permitted to take part amid a sweeping constitutional overhaul.
(2026-08-23). Shanghai and Hong Kong researchers unlocks key heart repair mechanism. ecns.cn A joint research team from Shanghai and Hong Kong published a landmark study in the journal Science on Friday, revealing the mechanisms behind the heart's innate emergency blood-supply pathway. The discovery could lead to game-changing treatments for acute myocardial infarction.
(2026-08-23). Climate Change: Gov't cannot Provide Water to Puerto Ricans, US Citizens. juancole.com by Rafael Méndez Tejeda and Pearl Marvell, Yale Climate Connections | [Haz clic U.S. citizens in San Juan, Puerto Rico, are
(2026-08-23). Panama-flagged cargo ship with 24 crew members sinks off Odisha coast, two survivors rescued. ptcnews.tv PTC News Desk: A Panama-flagged cargo ship carrying 24 crew members sank in the Bay of Bengal, about 240 nautical miles from Odisha's Paradip coast, on Saturday. The Indian Coast Guard (ICG) and Indian Navy have started a major search-and-rescue operation. | The ship, MV Ocean Winner (IMO 9145530), had 20 Chinese nationals, three Myanmar nationals and one Bangladeshi on board. It had last visited Paradip and was heading to Singapore. | So far, two crew members have been rescued, while the search is still on for the other 22. | Communication Lost | The ICG's Maritime Rescue Coordination Centre (MRCC) in Sri Vijay…
(2026-08-23). Sam Marcy: 'A Marxist Defense of the L.A. Rebellion'. wibailoutpeople.org 1993:
(2026-08-23). Gill, Padikkal fifties put India in control in Colombo. tribune.com.pk 
COLOMBO: India built a solid platform on the opening day of the second Test against Sri Lanka on Sunday, reaching 193-3 just after tea with Devdutt Padikkal unbeaten on 67 after captain Shubman Gill (50) completed a patient half-century. | India, who won the toss and elected to bat at the Sinhalese Sports Club Ground, lost Yashasvi Jaiswal and KL Rahul early before Gill and Padikkal steadied the innings with a century partnership. | Padikkal was 67 not out from 122 balls, having struck seven fours, while wicket-keeper Rishabh Pant was unbeaten on one as India moved through 53.4 overs at a scoring rate of 3.59.
(2026-08-23). Starc takes 10 as Australia hand Bangladesh innings defeat in second Test. aljazeera.com Australia bounce back after losing first Test, bowling out the visitors for 64 and 95 to win by an innings and 51 runs.
(2026-08-23). Child Protection Court stops underage marriage. tribune.com.pk 
The Peshawar Child Protection Court has stopped the alleged forced marriage of a 13-year-old girl in Phandu and ordered that she neither be married nor sent to her husband's home until she turns 16. | The court directed the girl's parents to furnish a surety bond of Rs2 million and ordered the Child Protection Officer (CPO) to submit a follow-up report every three months regarding her safety, care and protection. | In its written order, the court said it had taken timely action after receiving information about the alleged forced marriage of the minor. It directed the relevant authorities to ensure that the gi…
(2026-08-23). Govt continues investigations into sardine deaths. sanews.gov.za Govt continues investigations into sardine deaths | The Department of Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment (DFFE) says it is continuing to investigate the recent sardine mortality event, although no new mass-mortality incidents have been reported since Sunday, 16 August 2026. | The department said the absence of further large-scale incidents suggests that the acute phase of the event may have eased, but monitoring and testing are continuing. | In a statement issued on Sunday, the department reported that approximately 75 sardines have been included in the pilchard herpesvirus (PHV) testing programme to date.
(2026-08-23). China urges U.S. to withdraw Section 232 tariffs on drones, parts. ecns.cn China's Ministry of Commerce on Thursday urged the United States to immediately withdraw its Section 232 tariff measures on drones and drone components, saying the measures severely harm the interests of Chinese enterprises and disrupt cooperation in global drone industrial and supply chains.
(2026-08-23). Solar kiosks bring healthcare closer to patients in Chad. aljazeera.com Solar-powered telemedicine is helping rural Chadians overcome distance and limited access to doctors.
(2026-08-23). STOP Union Busting, Victory To The ILWU 6 & 10 C&H Workers & For Global Labor Actions. indybay.org The attack on the ILWU Local 6 & Local 10 must…
(2026-08-23). Iran counters Trump "D-Day" by Menacing Arab Oil Monarchies. juancole.com Ann Arbor (Informed Comment) — The Secretary of Iran's Supreme National Security Council, Mohsen Rezaei, replied on Saturday to Trump's threats to impose "economic warfare and isolation on an unprecedented scale," on Iran, as other military figures said Iran is moving from a defensive to an offensive military doctrine. The US president said, "Any country that allows its financial institutions, businesses, airports, or government entities to provide any type of lifeline to Iran will itself face tremendous economic consequences." He called an economic "D-Day" and demanded that all of America's allies join in t…
(2026-08-23). Israeli forces kill Palestinian boy in occupied West Bank raid. aljazeera.com Islam Ahmad Ajjouri was shot in the chest as Israeli forces raided the Askar refugee camp, east of Nablus.
(2026-08-23). Robots can outrun humans, but can they plug in a cable? tribune.com.pk 
China's humanoid robots have shown they can run quicker than the fastest humans. | Now comes the real test: can they also handle packaging and warehouse operations while reliably performing precision tasks like connecting cables designed to evaluate their ability to work like humans in less flashy jobs? | The five-day World Humanoid Robot Games, which began Saturday in Beijing, combine events modelled on human sports with those designed to test the robots in simulated factories, restaurants, offices and in emergency situations. | The games, heavily promoted in Chinese state media, feature 51 events, including…
(2026-08-23). Pegula beats Swiatek to reach Cincinnati final. tribune.com.pk 
Jessica Pegula rallied in the third set to topple defending champion Iga Swiatek and book a title showdown with Coco Gauff at the ATP-WTA Cincinnati Masters. | World number three Pegula won a "crazy" match against Swiatek 7-5, 4-6, 6-4. | Gauff powered past giant-killer Sara Bejlek 6-4, 6-1, ending the unseeded Czech's dream run that included a fourth-round victory over world number one Aryna Sabalenka. | Their all-American Sunday night final will a men's title clash featuring American Frances Tiafoe and Arthur Fils of France. | Fils charged into his first Masters 1000 final with a 6-3, 6-4 victory over French…
(2026-08-23). Israeli army arrests 13 Palestinians as occupiers escalate attacks in West Bank. tribune.com.pk 
The Israeli army on Sunday arrested 13 Palestinians, including a child, during raids in the occupied West Bank, amid attacks by occupiers that included the burning of property and the destruction of agricultural land. | Occupiers burned a residential room belonging to a Palestinian in the northern part of the town of Osarin, south of Nablus in the northern West Bank, local sources told Anadolu. They also set fire to a vehicle, partially burning it, and spray-painted racist slogans at the site, the sources added. | In Bethlehem, Israeli occupiers attacked the Khala'il al-Louz area east of the city, damaging irr…
(2026-08-23). Snowfall forces suspension of rescue efforts to recover Dr Asma Mushtaq's body from Spantik. tribune.com.pk 
Snowfall at Spantik forced the suspension of efforts to recover the body of Pakistani climber Dr Asma Mushtaq, with the recovery team reaching camp 2 before being advised to return to base camp and wait for a suitable weather window, the Alpine Club of Pakistan (ACP) said on Sunday. | According to an earlier statement issued on Friday, the ACP announced that Dr Asma had died during her descent from Spantik after successfully reaching the 7,027-metre summit. The club said, "she had suffered serious high-altitude sickness at around 6,400 metres, which apparently led to her death". | In the latest statement, the…
(2026-08-23). Sydney Marathon organisers not running away from 'unfortunate' medal error. aljazeera.com The medal features the Allianz Arena in Munich, instead of Sydney's Allianz Stadium, as one of the city's landmarks.
(2026-08-23). Friday 8/21: Open Mic featuring Zach Sorgen. indybay.org 1924 Cedar St., Berkeley Fellowship of UU's. A block east of MLK Jr Way at Bonita Ave.
(2026-08-23). Black Myth: Zhong Kui unveils 15-minute gameplay as series moves beyond Wukong. ecns.cn Chinese game developer Game Science released a 15-minute gameplay video for Black Myth: Zhong Kui on Thursday, the second anniversary of the launch of its global hit Black Myth: Wukong, offering the first look at the new protagonist combat style and snippets of the storyline.
(2026-08-23). Event Passed: Protest Whole Foods Goat Milk Supplier's Cruelty. indybay.org Activists to Protest Whole Foods Goat Milk Supplier's Cruelty with Giant "Bloody" Milk Carton and "Die-In"
(2026-08-23). Inter thrash Monza to launch Serie A title defence. tribune.com.pk 
Inter Milan kicked off the defence of their Serie A title in emphatic fashion on Saturday, cruising to a 4-1 home victory over promoted Monza. | The reigning Italian champions needed just six minutes to break the deadlock when Hakan Calhanoglu blasted in from distance. | Monza, back in the top flight after a season in Serie B, levelled through Gustavo Varela in the 29th minute. | Inter restored their advantage shortly after the restart, with Piotr Zielinski finding the net in the 48th minute. | Pio Esposito, preferred in the starting line-up to Marcus Thuram, made it 3-1 eight minutes later with an inventive b…
(2026-08-23). Joburg settles R5.25bn Eskom debt. sanews.gov.za Joburg settles R5.25bn Eskom debt | The City of Johannesburg has settled its outstanding R5.25 billion electricity debt to Eskom. | The Department of Electricity and Energy and the City of Johannesburg announced on Friday that Eskom had received the final payment, settling accumulated overdue debt of R5 255 421 994.16 owed by the city and City Power. | The settlement follows an intervention and mediation process established by Electricity and Energy Minister Kgosientsho Ramokgopa, which brought together the city, City Power and Eskom to resolve long-running billing disputes. | The dispute had previously raised co…
(2026-08-23). Where water conflicts pose the biggest threat in 2026. aljazeera.com Water-related conflicts have nearly quadrupled since 2020. As World Water Week 2026 begins, Al Jazeera unpacks the data.
(2026-08-23). Twin cities battered by overnight rain as Nullah Lai swells. tribune.com.pk 
Heavy rain and thunderstorms caused widespread waterlogging in Rawalpindi and Islamabad early on Sunday, with water levels in Nullah Lai rising sharply before falling rapidly after the rain stopped. | The twin cities have been hit by intermittent heavy rain for several consecutive days, with repeated downpours swelling Nullah Leh, the Soan River and other waterways. The prolonged spell has kept the authorities and emergency services on alert, with rain-related flooding reported in several low-lying areas. | The rain began at about 1am and continued until around 5am, according to the Pakistan Meteorological Dep…
(2026-08-23). When a society begins to turn against its own children. strategic-culture.su The Collective West is heading toward its self-annihilation. | Join us on , , and . | Contact us: | Recently, I commented in my column on t…
(2026-08-23). Saturday 8/22: Free virtual screening of the documentary feature film "Coexistence, My Ass!" indybay.org Zoom | us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_6Urs……
(2026-08-23). Xinjiang foreign trade grows 4.4% as trade with Africa more than doubles. ecns.cn Foreign trade in northwest China's Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region reached 335.22 billion yuan ($49.9 billion) in the first seven months of 2026, up 4.4% year on year, according to Urumqi Customs. In July alone, the region's foreign trade surged 70.4% from a year earlier.
(2026-08-23). California Buffalo Soldiers Heritage Trail – Freedom Friday – 2026 National Park Week. indybay.org Freedom Friday, part of 2026 National Parks Week, we announce our efforts to advance the establishment of an official National Parks Trail recognizing the Buffalo Soldiers stewardship of public lands apart of California's working landscape. This campaign positions the Trail to become a formally designated national heritage route within the National Park System.
(2026-08-23). Canada to hit US with retaliatory tariffs as trade war escalates. aljazeera.com Mark Carney says Canada will impose tariffs starting September 8 on imports of US steel, electronics and other products.
(2026-08-23). The Fight For Sovereignty In The Shadow Of A Data Center. scheerpost.com Wolfgang Bronner, Black Agenda Report. North Nashville's Reckoning. Fisk University, an HBCU, is presenting a $400 million A.I. data center as progress for the North Nashville community. In truth, it means more pollution, more surveillance, and another chapter in a century of land dispossession dressed up as economic development. Within Nashville, Tennessee, there has been a …
(2026-08-23). Iran's revenge against Qatar begins? Pilots 'held on water' claim threatens to ignite Gulf crisis. hindustantimes.com Iran has accused Qatar of holding three Iranian pilots in poor conditions after an alleged jet shootdown, claiming their health is at risk and demanding their transfer to a land-based hospital. Tehran reportedly offered to send an air ambulance, while Doha has denied detaining the pilots and dismissed the claims as a media ploy.
(2026-08-23). 17-year-old named in Sweden school attack. tribune.com.pk 
Swedish police revealed that a 17-year-old female student was the fatal victim in a sword attack at a high school where widespread tributes were paid Saturday. | Flowers and candles were left outside the Brinell school in Fagersta where Prime Minister Ulf Kristersson and opposition leader Magdalena Andersson went on Saturday morning to honour the dead student and three wounded victims. | The 18-year-old attacker entered the school on Friday afternoon ⚪ just days after the school had resumed from its summer break. He has been detained by police after being shot during his arrest. | "The person killed in this i…
(2026-08-23). Wednesday 8/26: Block the Bombs Phonebank. indybay.org Zoom | uscpract.org/block…
(2026-08-23). Rehoboth Art League showcases 111 works from across the region in 12th Regional Juried Biennial Exhibition. whyy.org 
What are journalists missing from the state of Delaware? What would you most like WHYY News to cover? The Rehoboth Art League opened its Entries for the exhibition were open to artists in Delaware, Maryland, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, Washington, D.C., Virginia and West Virginia. The exhibition happen…
(2026-08-23). Syrian foreign minister sees Israel security talks resuming despite no trust. tribune.com.pk 
Syria expects negotiations to resume soon with Israel over a security deal it hopes will lead to Israel's withdrawal from Syrian land, a top Syrian minister said, urging Israel to seize a "historic opportunity" as the door for diplomacy is open. | In a Reuters interview in Damascus on Saturday, days after Israel bombed a Syrian airbase, Foreign Minister Asaad al-Shaibani also stressed that Damascus' priority is to halt Israeli attacks, saying confidence-building steps were needed in this direction. | Washington has been seeking to forge a security deal between Israel and the government of Syrian President Ahme…
(2026-08-23). China Q&A | Green thinking, new pathways: how China's ancient wisdom is scaling up Nature-based Solutions. ecns.cn "If you look back in the 20th century, a lot of the conservation thinking and leadership was more Western," Maginnis said, seated in the shade of a tree. | "I'm convinced that we're seeing a real shift to global leadership coming from this region, and particularly from China." The shift, in the eyes of Maginnis, one of the architects of the global NbS concept, transcends money or measurable environmental improvements. More important is that "China is bringing in really much-needed new conceptual framings for how we will undertake conservation on a planet with nearly 10 billion people."
(2026-08-23). Thauvin double helps Lens thrash Auxerre. tribune.com.pk 
Lens captain Florian Thauvin scored two penalties as Lens thumped Auxerre 5-2 in their first game of the French Ligue 1 season on Saturday. | Thauvin converted from the spot either side of the break as the northerners continued their good form from last season when they finished second in the table behind Paris Saint-Germain. | Last weekend, German coach Dino Toppmoeller won his first competitive game in charge of Lens, beating PSG in the French Champions Trophy. | "The most important thing was to win, and to start the season well," defender Matthieu Udol told reporters. | "It was also important to back up las…
(2026-08-23). Kazakhstan parliamentary elections begin: What's at stake? aljazeera.com The Central Asian country heads to the polls on August 23.
(2026-08-23). Australia demolish Bangladesh in two days. tribune.com.pk 
An irrepressible Mitchell Starc bagged four wickets and 10 for the match as he ripped through the Bangladesh batting to ensure a commanding innings and 51-run second Test victory for Australia inside two days on Sunday. | The visitors headed into the Mackay showdown on a high after shocking the world's top-ranked team by nine wickets in the first Test at Darwin. | But they were brought crashing back to earth by some scintillating fast bowling, led by man-of-the-match Starc who finished with 10-51 for the match to level the two-game series. | After 18 wickets fell on a frenetic first day, the hosts were all out…
(2026-08-23). CENTRESTAGE to showcase 270 fashion brands to Hong Kong. ecns.cn CENTRESTAGE, Hong Kong's annual fashion showcase, will return to the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre from Sept. 2 to 5, bringing together around 270 brands from 24 countries and regions and featuring more than 30 fashion shows.
(2026-08-23). SIDSSA gets underway in Cape Town. sanews.gov.za SIDSSA gets underway in Cape Town | Infrastructure South Africa (ISA) will be hosting the 5th iteration of the Sustainable Infrastructure Development Symposium South Africa (SIDSSA) from today, bringing together a broad spectrum of stakeholders including investors, financial institutions, policymakers, thought leaders and other critical partners, to drive South Africa's infrastructure investment mandate. | This year the Symposium themed: "Shaping the future of municipal infrastructure", will focus on strengthening government's capacity to build future-ready, resilient and sustainable municipal infrastructure. | P…
(2026-08-23). Beijing's Jan—July exports hit record high. ecns.cn Beijing region posted goods trade of 2.12 trillion yuan ($293.6 billion) in the first seven months of 2026, up 16.3% yearonyear, Beijing Customs said Thursday.
(2026-08-23). Africans Muslims Killed by Hitler (1940—1943). unitedworldint.com The German Army in Tunisia, 1943 During the Second World War, North Africa became one of the strategically important battlefields between the Axis Powers and the Allies. Between 1940 and 1943, Germany's military presence in the region profoundly affected not only frontline warfare but also the lives of civilians, the fate of African soldiers serving …
(2026-08-23). Trump criticises Canada over tariffs amid ongoing trade dispute. tribune.com.pk 
US President Donald Trump on Sunday criticised Canada over tariffs and renewed his criticism of Ottawa's relationship with Washington. | "Canada wants the benefits of being a State, without being one!!!" Trump wrote on Truth Social. | He also accused Canada of imposing high tariffs on US agricultural products, saying: "They have also charged our great farmers, for many years, massive amounts of Tariffs. No more!!!" | The comments came amid an ongoing trade dispute between the two countries. | Earlier, Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney accused the US of using new tariffs to "hurt and divide" Canada, calling t…
(2026-08-23). EU sends helicopters, firefighters to Serbia to tackle wildfires. tribune.com.pk 
The European Union's Civil Protection Mechanism sent helicopters and firefighters to help Serbia fight a massive wildfire in a nature reserve in the northeast of the country, the head of the EU mission to Belgrade said on Saturday. | Serbia activated the mechanism on Friday after struggling for weeks with a wildfire in Deliblatska Pescara, a unique mixture of sand dunes and woods about 80 km (50 miles) from the capital Belgrade, as well as other blazes in the southwest of the country. | "We stand with Serbia in protecting lives, livelihoods and the unique natural heritage of Deliblatska Sands," Andreas Beckera…
(2026-08-23). Chinese FM urges greater progress in China-South Korea strategic cooperative partnership. ecns.cn Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi said here on Thursday that he hopes South Korea will firmly pursue a friendly policy toward China and take the 35th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations between the two countries next year as an opportunity to make greater progress in the China-South Korea strategic cooperative partnership.
(2026-08-23). Stop Government Surveillance! No to Flock and ALPRs! indybay.org Join us for an action Thursday, August 20th, 5: 00-6: 30, on Broadway and 14th St in Oakland, against Flock and all ALPRs as part of a National Week of Actions organized by DeFlock…
(2026-08-23). Ntuli opens life-changing KwaHlokohloko Water Scheme. sanews.gov.za Ntuli opens life-changing KwaHlokohloko Water Scheme | KwaZulu-Natal Premier Thamsanqa Ntuli, together with King Cetshwayo District Municipality Mayor Zephania Dlamini, has officially opened the KwaHlokohloko Water Scheme in the uMlalazi Local Municipality, a service delivery project expected to benefit 1 385 households in the area. | The scheme will provide communities in KwaHlokohloko with access to clean, safe and sustainable water, and help restore dignity, improve public health, and create opportunities for social and economic development. | Addressing the official opening on Saturday, Ntuli emphasised that…
(2026-08-23). Syria: First Assad-Era Verdicts a Test for Justice. hrw.org Click to expand Image | Atef Najib during a trial session at the Palace of Justice in Damascus, Syria, April 26, 2026. | © 2026 AP Photo/Ghaith Alsayed | (Amman) — A Syrian court's first verdicts for crimes committed during the Assad era raise important legal issues the government should urgently address, Human Rights Watch said today. ⚪ Human Rights Watch released a question-and-answer document on the trial of Atef Najib, former head of the Political Security Branch in Daraa, who was convicted on August 11, 2026, along with former President Bashar al-Assad and six other defendants tried in absent…
(2026-08-23). Hong Kong launches 2026 ASEAN Film Festival. ecns.cn The 2026 ASEAN Film Festival kicked off in Hong Kong on Thursday. It features over 30 free screenings at multiple local venues through to Sept. 27.
(2026-08-23). Infantino defies FIFA vice president, makes appearance in the Caribbean. aljazeera.com FIFA boss turns up at event after CONCACAF chief Montagliani asked him to reconsider amid the body's governance crisis.
(2026-08-23). Olise leads Bayern to Super Cup win. tribune.com.pk 
Michael Olise scored a goal and created another as Bayern Munich won 2-1 at old foes Borussia Dortmund in the season-opening German Supercup on Saturday. | After a starring role with France at the World Cup, Olise was Bayern's most dangerous attacker, regularly tearing down the right flank. | He found makeshift midfielder Nathaniel Brown for Bayern's 28th-minute opener and then scored one of his own just before the break. | A late goal for former Wolves striker Fabio Silva brought Dortmund closer and the hosts could have levelled deep into stoppage time but Maximilian Beier scuffed a golden chance when through…
(2026-08-23). Sadiq urges Pakistan to rethink team balance. tribune.com.pk 
KARACHI: Former Pakistan Test opener Sadiq Mohammad has urged the team management to rethink its combination for the second Test against England, saying Pakistan's defeat at Headingley exposed the weakness of playing an extra batsman at the expense of a fifth frontline bowler. | Pakistan were beaten by an innings and 103 runs in the opening Test, with England's seamers exploiting the conditions to put the visitors' batting under sustained pressure. | Sadiq said Pakistan must select a side better suited to English conditions, where changes in weather can quickly bring seam and swing into play. | He questioned t…
(2026-08-23). Key bridge blown up in Mastung. tribune.com.pk 
An important bridge on the N-25 National Highway was blown up by unidentified armed men in Mastung district, disrupting traffic on the key route, security officials said. | The incident occurred late Friday night in the Khad Koocha area, where unidentified attackers detonated explosives on a culvert between Injiri Cross and Khad Koocha. The blast damaged the structure and temporarily affected traffic flow. | Officials said no loss of life was reported in the attack. Traffic was subsequently diverted through an alternative route to ensure continued movement on the highway. | Security forces cordoned off the are…
(2026-08-23). WHYY Newscast for Sunday 8:00 a.m. whyy.org The latest local headlines from WHYY…
(2026-08-23). Pegula dethrones Swiatek to book Cincinnati final against Gauff. aljazeera.com The women's all-American final will be followed by a men's title clash between Frances Tiafoe and Arthur Fils of France.
(2026-08-23). Did Bobby Vinton ever sing about the perfect father and daughter relationship? moderndiplomacy.eu Every single day, my mother and I played a cat-and-mouse game of who could love and adore my father more than the previous day. Was it fair to say that I won most of the time? For whatever reason, for whatever reason. I always loved my father unconditionally, but now that he was in the …
(2026-08-23). What Makes Shiva Dhaba the Best Dhaba to Visit? indybay.org Looking for a great place to enjoy pure vegetarian food during your journey? Discover what makes Rudr Shiva By Jagdeesh a popular choice for travelers seeking tasty North Indian food, comfortable family dining, clean surroundings, and convenient access near the Yamuna Expressway. Find out why it can be a perfect stop for your next meal.
(2026-08-23). ICRC president: At 77, the Geneva Conventions remain indispensable to humanity and global stability. icrc.org Statement by Mirjana Spoljaric, President of the ICRC, to mark the 77th anniversary of the four Geneva Conventions of 1949 on August 12th.
(2026-08-23). China, UAE to hold Falcon Shield 2026 joint air force training. ecns.cn The air forces of China and the United Arab Emirates (UAE) will hold the "Falcon Shield 2026" joint training in Hotan, northwest China's Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region, the Chinese Ministry of National Defense said on Friday.
(2026-08-23). Monday 9/7: San Francisco: Freedom From Want & Fear! Labor Day Protest. indybay.org Phillip Burton Federal Building and U.S. Courthouse | 450 Golden Gate Ave | San Francisco, CA 94102…
(2026-08-23). Watch the exact moment a heckler forced Trump to pause, right after he predicted his own impeachment. hindustantimes.com Donald Trump has warned Republicans that losing control of Congress in the midterms could trigger another impeachment push, urging voters to turn out and protect his agenda. Speaking at a South Carolina rally, Trump also warned of major consequences for border policy, taxes and other priorities if Democrats take control.
(2026-08-23). Who Can Be Called a Politician and What Does It Mean? indybay.org Understand who can be called a politician, what the role means, and which qualities define effective political leadership. Explore the importance of public service, responsibility, communication, integrity, and community participation in politics.
(2026-08-23). How the deadliest Bundibugyo Ebola outbreak can be stopped. aljazeera.com The priorities are clear: reach every affected area, protect frontline workers, and turn commitments into action.
(2026-08-23). Search continues for 22 after bulk carrier sinks off India. tribune.com.pk 
India's Coast Guard and Navy continued search-and-rescue operations off the eastern coast on Sunday after a Panama-flagged cargo vessel carrying 24 crew sank, with two Chinese nationals rescued, a senior official said. | The two rescued Chinese seafarers said the vessel developed a list on Friday and sank within eight minutes, forcing the crew to abandon ‚Å the ship, Shyam Jagannathan, director general of India's Maritime Administration, told Reuters. | Jagannathan said the chances of finding survivors general…
(2026-08-23). Monday 8/24: Free Yaakub Phone Banking. indybay.org Zoom | us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/ne-1zl9……
(2026-08-23). 10,000-square-meter 'Robot Consumer Street' debuts in Beijing. ecns.cn A nearly 10,000squaremeter "Robot Consumer Street" opened Wednesday at the 2026 World Robot Conference in Beijing's EconomicTechnological Development Area, featuring more than 20 leading robotics companies.
(2026-08-23). Chinese Culture Carnival opens in London. ecns.cn The 2026 Chinese Culture Carnival launched Thursday in London's Chinatown, offering immersive workshops to connect BritishChinese youth with their heritage.
(2026-08-23). DR Congo, M23 rebels agree on roadmap for peace talks. aljazeera.com Roadmap sets out steps, timelines for talks to end fighting that has killed thousands and displaced millions.
(2026-08-23). Freedom Inc: The City Arrested the Protesters. It Still Hasn't Arrested the Murderer. wibailoutpeople.org 
August 22, 2026 On Friday night, August 21, while peacefully protesting the murder of Corey Ruiz at the State Capitol, Madison police arrested Hope Vang and Zon Moua, two Freedom, Inc. leaders, deployed pepper spray against protesters, and arrested a third protester, whose name we are not releasing. Hope and Zon were charged with resisting …
(2026-08-23). Thursday 8/27: Atrocity Inc. — Film Screening; Post Q&A Discussion with the Filmmaker. indybay.org Zoom | masspeaceaction.org/event/atrocity-inc-s……
(2026-08-23). What Is the Most Popular Leadership Style? indybay.org Discover what the most popular leadership style is and why democratic leadership is widely valued. Learn about its key qualities, benefits, decision-making approach, teamwork, communication, and role in building trust and stronger communities.
(2026-08-23). 6th Annual Blake Block Party in Kenosha August 29, 2026. wibailoutpeople.org 
(2026-08-23). China approves private firm for satellite IoT trial. ecns.cn China's Ministry of Industry and Information Technology has authorized Zhejiang Geespace to conduct a two-year commercial trial of satellite Internet of Things (IoT) services, marking a further opening of the sector to private firms.
(2026-08-23). Saudi Arabia's backing for Sudan's Burhan means enduring military rule. moderndiplomacy.eu Saudi Arabia's claim to oppose outside interference in Sudan is becoming increasingly difficult to sustain. Riyadh is no longer merely a venue for mediation or an advocate for a ceasefire: it is emerging as the principal regional underwriter of General Abdel Fattah al-Burhan's effort to convert battlefield advantage into an enduring political settlement on his …
(2026-08-23). Former Taliban commander Mullah Nazir's associate shot dead in South Waziristan. tribune.com.pk 
(2026-08-23). Stronger BRICS cooperation needed to tackle youth challenges. sanews.gov.za Stronger BRICS cooperation needed to tackle youth challenges | Minister in the Presidency responsible for Women, Youth and Persons with Disabilities Sindisiwe Chikunga has called for stronger cooperation among BRICS countries to equip young people with the skills, opportunities and support needed to thrive in a rapidly changing global economy. | Addressing the Brazil, Russia, India, China and South Africa (BRICS) Youth Ministerial Meeting in Visakhapatnam, India, on Saturday, Chikunga said young people across the world continue to face unemployment, poverty, inequality, skills mismatches, and uneven effects of te…
(2026-08-23). Russia: ICRC helps displaced people start over. icrc.org
(2026-08-23). 37 injured as magnitude 5.9 earthquake strikes eastern Japan. aljazeera.com
(2026-08-23). Violence consumes land and lives in Mali. icrc.org
(2026-08-23). Myanmar: ICRC visits Daw Aung San Suu Kyi. icrc.org
(2026-08-23). Democratic Republic of the Congo: ICRC hands over 15 people released by the Congolese authorities to AFC/M23. icrc.org
(2026-08-23). Democratic Republic of the Congo: More than 80,000 people receive food and seed. icrc.org
(2026-08-23). Nigeria: Red Cross Movement continues tracing 17,000 missing persons cases as families await answers. icrc.org
(2026-08-23). Restoring hope: five years of MHPSS support for repatriated families in Central Asia. icrc.org
(2026-08-23). Water and habitat in conflict – 2026 Briefer. icrc.org
(2026-08-23). Nina Simone 'Mississippi Goddam'. wibailoutpeople.org
(2026-08-23). Frequently asked questions: Our work in Ethiopia. icrc.org
(2026-08-23). Without education for girls, Afghanistan loses its chance for a better tomorrow. globalvoices.org
(2026-08-23). Philippines: Facts and figures from January to June 2026. icrc.org
(2026-08-23). World Humanitarian Day: Health care is not a privilege, it is a fundamental right. icrc.org
(2026-08-23). Syria becoming central to regional peace with Turkey as security guarantor? strategic-culture.su
(2026-08-23). Preserving humanity and dignity in the Philippines' armed conflicts. icrc.org
(2026-08-23). Explosion injures 13 in Taiwan. aljazeera.com
(2026-08-23). Haiti: Nowhere left for people to take shelter as violence spreads. icrc.org
(2026-08-23). Mali: Six injured people transferred from Kidal to Gao. icrc.org
(2026-08-23). British corporation continued trafficking of enslaved Africans to Guyana 40 years after abolition. wibailoutpeople.org
(2026-08-23). Lever Weekly: The Data Center Plot Twist. levernews.com
(2026-08-23). Somalia's families face impossible choices as fuel and food costs soar. icrc.org
(2026-08-23). Why the world cannot normalize the killing of those who help. icrc.org
(2026-08-23). DR Congo miners risk Ebola to make a living. aljazeera.com
(2026-08-23). Frequently asked questions: Our work in Somalia. icrc.org
(2026-08-23). Search continues for missing crew after bulk carrier sinks off India. geo.tv
(2026-08-23). Ukraine: Civilian casualties rise as conflict escalates. icrc.org
(2026-08-23). Afghanistan: Operational Facts and Figures — January to June 2026. icrc.org
(2026-08-23). Frequently asked questions: Nuclear Weapons. icrc.org
(2026-08-23). Geography, industry, and technological sovereignty in the new space economy according to Italy. strategic-culture.su
(2026-08-23). Macron hosts Saudi's MBS for visit ranging from esports to Mideast. tribune.com.pk 
French President Emmanuel Macron welcomes Saudi crown prince and de facto ruler Mohammed bin Salman on Sunday for a two-day visit set to range from esports to the war in the Middle East. | Several agreements on health, transport and energy will be signed on the second day of the visit on Monday, according to a French presidential official, underlining the strength of the Paris-Riyadh relationship. | But the visit will kick off in a different style on Sunday evening from 1800 GMT with Macron hosting the Saudi strongman – known as MBS – at the closing ceremony of the Esports World Cup hosted by Paris. | Read: Mi…
(2026-08-23). Thousands flee Sudan's Kordofan fighting for relative safety of El Obeid. aljazeera.com
(2026-08-23). Kusturica, il Grande Fratello Digitale e la verità prescrittiva. strategic-culture.su C'è qualcosa di profondamente grottesco nella forma che sta assumendo la censura contemporanea: non ha più bisogno di un censore, di un ministro dell'Informazione, di una commissione ideologica, di un funzionario incaricato di apporre la fatidica matita rossa sul testo sgradito e neppure, fortunatamente, di un poliziotto che si presenti alla porta di casa.
(2026-08-23). Mourinho decries alleged bullying of Vinicius in Real's win at Espanyol. aljazeera.com 'Vinicius is no saint, but what they're doing to him was too much,' Mourinho said after Real's first match of La Liga.
(2026-08-23). Real Madrid's Mourinho condemns bullying of Vinicius after La Liga win. aljazeera.com Real Madrid coach Jose Mourinho has criticised the bullying of Vinicius Junior by opponents and fans.
(2026-08-22). America Needs the Western Alliance More Than the Western Alliance Needs Trump. moderndiplomacy.eu U.S. President Donald Trump's scaling-back of joint military exercises with South Korea is the latest impulsive and thoughtless decision in an accumulation of foreign policy insults that is leading to the U.S.'s abandonment of the world's democratic community. These include Trump's drastic cut in support for Ukraine in deference to Russian President Vladimir Putin and …
(2026-08-22). Il coinvolgimento operativo britannico nella guerra contro la Russia. strategic-culture.su I britannici sono disposti ad assumersi la responsabilità diretta dei conflitti che alimentano, oppure sanno solo nascondersi dietro i loro proxy? | Segue nostro Nei giorni scorsi, il Ministro degli Esteri russo Sergej Lavrov, ha affermato che: "La Russia ha il diritto di considerare la partecipazione delle forze missilistiche britanniche agli attacchi contro la Federazione Russa come un coinvolgimento di Londra nel conflitto ucraino". A…