2026-04-08: News Headlines

APR editor (2026-04-08). Ignoring genocide the bill for Australia's silence has arrived. asiapacificreport.nz There is a bitter truth that must be spoken before we can talk honestly about what is happening to us now. Michael West Media reports on Australia's quiet complicity in the illegal US-Israeli war on Iran. COMMENTARY: By Andrew Brown When the bombs fell on Gaza, Australia was quiet. When the hospitals were destroyed, when…

Devin B. Martinez (2026-04-08). Trump accepts Iran's 10-point proposal, announces two-week ceasefire for negotiations. peoplesdispatch.org After threatening that "a whole civilization will die tonight", the US president announced a two-week ceasefire with Iran, an hour before his self-imposed 8pm deadline for a potential escalation.

ecns.cn (2026-04-07). Key points of Iran's official statement on ceasefire with U.S. ecns.cn Key points of Irans official statement on ceasefire with U. ⚪ It is necessary for all Iranians to trust and support the negotiation process with the United States, which is under the supervision of the supreme leader and the"highest levels of the system."‚ñ .

Dave DeCamp, AntiWar. (2026-04-08). Trump Says A 'Whole Civilization Will Die Tonight' In Iran. popularresistance.org President Trump on Tuesday issued another threat against Iran, saying a "whole civilization will die tonight," raising fears that he's threatening to use nuclear weapons. | "A whole civilization will die tonight, never to be brought back again. I don't want that to happen, but it probably will," the president wrote on Truth Social. He went on to reference his deadline that he previously set for Iran to open the Strait of Hormuz or agree to some sort of diplomatic deal by 8 pm EST tonight, but there's no sign that real negotiations are taking place.

Brian Berletic (2026-04-08). BREAKING: U.S. CAVES TO IRAN'S DEMANDS FOR A CEASEFIRE… FOR NOW Brian Berletic. thealtworld.com e U.S. and Iran have agreed to a two-week ceasefire, with plans to begin negotiations in Pakistan on Friday. But while President Trump is framing this as a victory, because he got Iran to agree to a ceasefire… Tehran is noting that they got the U.S. to agree to their 10-point plan, which includes Iran's control over the Strait of Hormuz, Iran's right to enrich uranium, and the promise to lift ALL U.S. sanctions on Iran. | In a statement, Iran's Supreme National Security Council emphasized: "this does not signify the termination of the war," and said: "Our hands remain upon the trigger, and should the slightest…

Brian Berletic (2026-04-08). US 2 Week "Ceasefire" is ANOTHER Trap For Iran. thealtworld.com The US has no interest in peace with Iran and is simply agreeing to a ceasefire (again) to reorganize and rearm ahead of restarting hostilities with Iran at the soonest possible juncture; | The ceasefire affords the US another opportunity to use its Israeli proxy to strike at Iran, possibly even with nuclear weapons, playing "spoiler" to non-existent US interest in peace all to afford the US plausible deniability; | As the US poses as wanting "peace" with Iran, it continues its other global wars of aggression aimed at the wider multipolarism Iran is a central pillar in lifting up; | References: | NYT &#1…

Vijay Prashad, People's Dispatch. (2026-04-08). Trump's Iran War Is Not Going Great For The NATO+ Alliance. popularresistance.org US President Donald Trump has become increasingly unhinged as the war on Iran has not gone as he imagined. Both the United States and Israel felt that a series of domination strikes against Iran would decapitate the leadership of the country and force the remaining mid-level leaders into surrender. The miscalculation of the Trump-Netanyahu agenda has been total: a depth of wartime leadership has emerged within Iran, the public stands united to defend their homeland, and because of Iran's strategic use of the Strait of Hormuz, it is the United States, and not Iran, that is now suing for peace.

____ (2026-04-08). Kashmir's Cleric Praises US-Iran Ceasefire. devdiscourse.com Kashmir's chief cleric, Mirwaiz Umar Farooq, has praised the newly announced ceasefire between the United States and Iran. He sees this development as a significant move towards peace, emphasizing the importance of dialogue and restraint over confrontation for resolving conflicts.

aljazeera (2026-04-08). Israeli attack kills Al Jazeera journalist Mohammed Wishah in Gaza. aljazeera.com Israeli drone strike kills Mohammed Wishah, a correspondent for Al Jazeera Mubasher, west of Gaza City.

____ (2026-04-08). Maritime Opportunities Arise from U.S.-Iran Ceasefire. devdiscourse.com The Danish shipping giant Maersk expressed cautious optimism this Wednesday in the wake of a recent ceasefire between the United States and Iran, suggesting it could foster improved transit opportunities for vessels navigating the strategic Strait of Hormuz.

Newsroom (2026-04-08). US, Iran Strike Two-Week Ceasefire Deal, Agree to Reopen Strait of Hormuz. moderndiplomacy.eu The United States and Iran have agreed to a two-week ceasefire, reaching a deal just before President Donald Trump's deadline for Iran to reopen the Strait of Hormuz. This announcement came after mediation by Pakistan's military chief, Field Marshal Asim Munir, and Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif, who invited both Iranian and U. S. delegations to …

The Chris Hedges Report. (2026-04-08). Chris Hedges Report: Is The War In Iran About To Become Apocalyptic? popularresistance.org Recently, United States President Donald Trump has been issuing a series of soft deadlines to pressure Iran to fully open the Strait of Hormuz. On Easter Sunday, in what would be a serious escalation of the conflict, President Trump threatened to target "bridges and power plants" and to "bomb Iran back to the Stone Age" beginning on Tuesday if Iran refuses his demands. To better understand what the ramifications would be if President Trump follows through on his threats, Chris Hedges sits down with Trita Parsi, an expert on US-Iranian relations and the geopolitics of the Middle East.

Newsroom (2026-04-08). Trump: US to step in and help manage Strait of Hormuz congestion. moderndiplomacy.eu U. S. President Donald Trump announced on Wednesday that the United States will assist in increasing shipping traffic in the Strait of Hormuz. On Tuesday, he agreed to a two-week ceasefire with Iran just before the deadline for Tehran to reopen the strait or face attacks on its civilian infrastructure. This agreement requires Iran to …

JANET (2026-04-08). threatens to 'annihilate' Iran — Antiwar protests called across U.S. iacenter.org April 7, 2026 April 7. The U.S. president threatened April 6 to annihilate Iran's civilian infrastructure starting the evening of April 7 if the Iranian government fails to open the Strait of Hormuz to all traffic. His earlier similar threat was laced with obscenities usually unsaid in public by imperialist heads of state. Four U.S. planes and two helicopters destroyed in reported 'rescue' of a downed specialist in Iran April 5, 2026. $200 million in U.S. equipment lost, possible unreported casualties. In response, 14 million Iranians vowed to risk their lives rather than submit. Thousands have already lined up o…

Chris Walker (2026-04-08). Trump Baselessly Suggests That Iran, US Will Jointly Manage Strait of Hormuz. truthout.org President Donald Trump is expressing optimism for the two-week ceasefire deal that has been reached between the U.S. and Iran. However, on many aspects of the supposed deal — including management of the Strait of Hormuz — the president appears to still be at odds with Iran, despite implying the country's leaders are open to his ideas about the waterway. Trump announced the tentative ceasefire… |

Newsroom (2026-04-08). Ceasefire deal sends oil tumbling below $100 and stocks soaring. moderndiplomacy.eu Oil prices decreased while stocks and bonds increased on Wednesday due to a two-week ceasefire in the Middle East, which raised hopes for the return of oil and gas flows through the Strait of Hormuz. This news followed weeks of market fluctuations caused by U. S. and Israeli attacks on Iran in late February, which …

ecns.cn (2026-04-07). Iranian FM says safe passage through Hormuz Strait possible for 2 weeks. ecns.cn Iranian Foreign Minister Seyed Abbas Araghchi said early Wednesday that safe passage through the Strait of Hormuz will be possible for a period of two weeks through coordination with the Iranian armed forces, with due consideration of technical limitations.

Newsroom (2026-04-08). Macron: Over 15 countries plan to secure Strait of Hormuz access. moderndiplomacy.eu French President Emmanuel Macron announced that about 15 countries are working together to resume traffic through the Strait of Hormuz, where a fifth of the world's oil supply flows, following a ceasefire between the United States and Iran. He mentioned that these countries are mobilized and planning a defensive mission coordinated with Iran to enable …

Newsroom (2026-04-08). Even with Hormuz reopened, jet fuel supplies won't recover for months, IATA warns. moderndiplomacy.eu The head of the International Air Transport Association (IATA), Willie Walsh, stated on Wednesday that it would take months for jet fuel supply to recover, even if Iran reopened the Strait of Hormuz. This is due to disruptions in refining capacity in the Middle East. Jet fuel is the second-largest cost for airlines after labor, …

ecns.cn (2026-04-07). Israel continues to strike Iran despite ceasefire declared by U.S., Iran: media. ecns.cn JERUSALEM, April 8 ⚪ Israel is continuing its strike against Iran despite a ceasefire declared by the United States and Iran, Israeli media quoted a security official as saying on Wednesday.

Newsroom (2026-04-08). Hezbollah halts attacks following US-Iran ceasefire, sources say. moderndiplomacy.eu Hezbollah stopped firing at northern Israel and Israeli troops in Lebanon early Wednesday, as part of a ceasefire announced by the U. S. and Iran, according to three sources tied to the group. Pakistani Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif indicated that the two-week ceasefire would cover Lebanon, where violence erupted between Hezbollah and Israel on March …

News Desk, The Cradle. (2026-04-08). 'Restraint Is Over': IRGC Warns Washington. popularresistance.org Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) warned on 7 April that it will no longer restrain itself in responding to US-Israeli attacks on its energy and petrochemical infrastructure. | "Restraint is over," the IRGC said in its statement on Tuesday. | "We will act against US infrastructure and that of its partners in a way that will deprive the United States and its allies of the region's oil and gas for years. Regional partners of the United States should know that, until now, we have exercised significant restraint out of good neighborliness and have taken considerations into account when selecting retalia…

Sharon Zhang (2026-04-08). Israel Carpet Bombs Lebanon After Announcement of Iran Ceasefire. truthout.org Israeli forces launched some of the most intense bombardments of Lebanon in recent years on Wednesday, striking Beirut and towns and cities across the country just hours after a ceasefire deal that reportedly includes Lebanon was announced. The Israeli military announced on Wednesday that it targeted over 100 sites with strikes over just the course of 10 minutes in Lebanon. |

Trita Parsi (2026-04-08). A ceasefire on Iran's terms underscores war's strategic blunder. responsiblestatecraft.org Yesterday began with Donald Trump

Editor (2026-04-08). War Is Driving A Food Crisis—And No One Is Ready. scheerpost.com Joshua Scheer The global economy is already reeling from the cascading effects of the U.S.-Israeli war on Iran—fuel shortages, disrupted supply chains, and a deepening energy crisis. But beneath the headlines about oil and geopolitics lies a quieter, more dangerous threat: a global food system on the brink. The warning signs are everywhere, if you …

Newsroom (2026-04-08). Israel endorses Trump's two-week halt to Iran strikes, clarifies Lebanon not included. moderndiplomacy.eu Israel supports U. S. President Donald Trump's decision to pause attacks against Iran for two weeks but states that this ceasefire does not include Lebanon. The Israeli Prime Minister's office expressed that Israel backs the U. S. move on the condition that Iran opens the strait and halts attacks on the U. S., Israel, and …

ecns.cn (2026-04-07). Trump says he agrees to suspend bombing and attack of Iran for 2 weeks. ecns.cn President Donald Trump said Tuesday he has agreed to"suspend the bombing and attack of Iran for a period of two weeks.".

JANET (2026-04-08). Iran declares 'historic victory' over the U.S., says enemy forced to accept its proposal. iacenter.org Iranian people risk their lives to protect their infrastructure from U.S. attacks. The following statement issued by Iran's Supreme National Security Council in response to the MAGA president's two-week "ceasefire" was published by Press TV on April 7. "Good news to the dear nation of Iran! Nearly all the objectives of the war have been achieved. * "The noble people of Iran should know that, thanks to the sacrifices of their children and their historic presence on the scene, the enemy has been begging for a ceasefire for over a month. * "However, the country's officials have responded negatively to all these requ…

WiBOPM (2026-04-08). Ceasefire Reached: Iran's 10-Point Terms Set Framework as U.S. Halts Attacks. wibailoutpeople.org

ecns.cn (2026-04-07). Pakistani PM says U.S.-Iran ceasefire covers "everywhere" including Lebanon. ecns.cn ISLAMABAD, April 8 ⚪ Pakistani Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Wednesday announced that an immediate ceasefire has been agreed between Iran and the United States, along with their allies, saying it applies"everywhere including Lebanon.".

____ (2026-04-08). Flying Instructor Under Investigation for Alleged Assault. devdiscourse.com A female student at a private pilot training institute has accused a flying instructor of sexual assault, police reported on Wednesday. The alleged incident occurred before December last year.

ecns.cn (2026-04-07). China's appliances increasingly predicting, preparing, interacting. ecns.cn Before a family gets home, their car has already spoken to the house. This means that when they arrive at their house, the air-conditioner is on and the air purifier is running.

____ (2026-04-08). Romuald Wadagni: From Finance Minister to Benin's Presidential Front-runner. devdiscourse.com Romuald Wadagni, previously Benin's Finance Minister, stands as the leading candidate in the upcoming presidential election. Known for his role in expanding the nation's economy and tripling the national budget under outgoing President Patrice Talon, Wadagni has maintained strong ties with his predecessor.

aljazeera (2026-04-08). CAF's Motsepe to visit both Senegal and Morocco amid AFCON fallout. aljazeera.com Senegal, who were stripped of the AFCON title, are appealing the decision for the trophy to be awarded to Morocco.

WiBOPM (2026-04-08). Take Action for Salah Sarsour Now! Sign Petition Here! Call Elected Officials! wibailoutpeople.org Sign Here: palestine.salsalabs.org/freesalah/index…. Salah Sarsour, a beloved community leader, was detained by ICE on Monday, March 30, in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. Salah serves as the president of the Islamic Society of Milwaukee, the largest mosque in the state, and is a board member of American Muslims for Palestine. For over three decades, he has been a …

ecns.cn (2026-04-07). KMT chairwoman begins visit to Chinese mainland. ecns.cn Cheng Li-wun, chairwoman of the Chinese Kuomintang (KMT) party, led a KMT delegation to the Chinese mainland on Tuesday.

Editor (2026-04-08). The Eve Of A Radical Evil. scheerpost.com Nate Bear Don Not Panic We are on the eve of a radical evil. Tonight Trump's deadline for Iran to surrender or be faced with the destruction of its critical energy and national infrastructure expires. Just the fact that the president of the United States can set a 'deadline' for massive war crimes which leaves …

EDWIN (2026-04-08). BBBEE policy a critical component of SA's democracy. sanews.gov.za BBBEE policy a critical component of SA's democracy | Trade, Industry and Competition Minister Parks Tau says the Broad Based Black Economic Empowerment (BBBEE) policy remains a critical component of South Africa's constitutional democracy and the process of rebuilding the country. | The Minister said this when he was in conversation about the overall state of the South African economy and global trading environment at the Ahmed Kathrada Foundation Legacy Breakfast session in Pretoria. | Tau said the people of South Africa would attain freedom once they have been freed from the bondage of economic discrimination.

aljazeera (2026-04-08). LIVE: Barcelona vs Atletico Madrid — Champions League quarterfinal. aljazeera.com Follow the build-up, analysis and live text commentary of the all-Spanish quarterfinal first leg clash at Camp Nou.

____ (2026-04-08). Swiggy Partners with ixigo Trains and ConfirmTkt for On-Train Dining. devdiscourse.com In a significant development for rail travelers, ixigo Trains and ConfirmTkt have joined hands with Swiggy to offer an on-train dining experience. The new partnership will allow passengers to order meals from over 40,000 restaurant partners.

Guest Blogger (2026-04-08). Proposed Theory of Historical Global Cloud Cover. wattsupwiththat.com This expansion of the CRGW theory is intended to be a possible tool in the investigation of historical climate change to explore what did cloud fraction do as the earth changed over time and what future changes in the earth's land mass might do to cloud fraction.

Marjorie Cohn (2026-04-08). Supreme Court Is Poised to Gut Remaining Protections of the Voting Rights Act. truthout.org The Supreme Court appears poised to deal a severe blow to the fundamental right to vote in two cases this term. Louisiana v. Callais threatens the right to vote free from racial discrimination and Watson v. Republican National Committee will test the right to have your absentee ballots counted. On August 1, 2025, when the Supreme Court asked the parties in Callais to brief the issue of… |

ecns.cn (2026-04-07). DPRK fires unidentified projectile into East Sea: S. Korean military. ecns.cn SEOUL, April 8 ⚪ South Koreas Joint Chiefs of Staff said on Wednesday that the Democratic Peoples Republic of Koreafired an unidentified projectile toward the eastern waters.

United World International (2026-04-08). The Role of Green Technology in ASEAN's Green Growth Agenda. uwidata.com By Mehmet Enes Be≈üer Green growth, or economic and environmentally sustainable as well as inclusive development, is increasingly the focus of ASEAN medium- and long-term development strategies. For an area confronting increasing energy demand, environmental degradation, and exposure to climate change, green economy transition is now not an option but already a compelling necessity. Green …

Yumna Rizvi (2026-04-08). US Plans to Detain Cubans at Guantánamo in Event of Mass Migration From Island. truthout.org On one side of Guantánamo Bay, U.S. soldiers face a temporary disruption in the availability of lattes. On the other side, Cubans sit in darkness, waiting for the power to come back on. Amid the Trump administration's fuel blockade on Cuba, conditions in the country are deteriorating rapidly, raising the very real possibility of mass emigration. In February, the United Nations warned that a… |

Zoà´ Read (2026-04-08). Toxic 'forever chemicals' in New Jersey's tap water have dropped 55%, Rutgers study finds. whyy.org This story is part of the From the Poconos to the Jersey Shore to the mouth of the Delaware Bay, what do you want to know about climate change? What would you like us to cover?
| In 2021, after environmental regulators started restricting PFAS in drinking water, the Willingboro Municipal Utilities Authority began sampling the "forever chemicals" for the first time. | Those samples detected PFAS levels well above state standards, pro…

____ (2026-04-08). Varun Sanghi to Lead OLX India as Non-Executive Chairman. devdiscourse.com Mumbai, April 8, 2026 — Sobek Auto India Private Limited, the wholly-owned subsidiary of CarTrade Tech Limited, announced Varun Sanghi's appointment as Non-Executive Chairman of OLX India. Sanghi's expertise from his decade-long tenure at CarTrade will steer OLX India towards its next strategic growth phase.

ecns.cn (2026-04-07). Insights | Experts extol tangible fruits from ties between China and ASEAN countries. ecns.cn China and ASEAN commenced their dialogue relations in 1991, and after more than 30 years of diligent collaboration, they have forged a solid, comprehensive strategic partnership.

| Riaz Ahmad | (2008-04-26). Peshawar District Inter-Club Weightlifting Championship to start on April 14. tribune.com.pk The Peshawar District Inter-Club Weightlifting Championship will kick off on April 14 at the Gym Hall of Peshawar Sports Complex under the aegis of the Regional Sports Office Peshawar. | The three-day event will feature participation from six different clubs of Peshawar, with competitions to be held in six weight categories: 55kg, 65kg, 73kg, 81kg, 89kg, and over 89kg. Young lifters are expected to showcase their talent and strength during the championship. | Regional Sports Officer Kashif Farhan said the event is being organized with the approval of the Peshawar district administration and under the directive…

Editor (2026-04-08). Blair's Latest Deceit-Riddled Column Vilifies The UK Left To Justify Genocide. scheerpost.com Jonathan Cook Substack Tony Blair, the man who led Britain into a disastrous and illegal war on Iraq more than 20 years ago based on false information, is still very much a sought-after commentator in the UK media. His regular political pronouncements are treated as pearls of wisdom; his columns as consequential insights from a globe-striding elder …

DikelediM (2026-04-08). SA welcomes Middle East ceasefire, calls for lasting peace. sanews.gov.za SA welcomes Middle East ceasefire, calls for lasting peace | President Cyril Ramaphosa has welcomed the announcement of a ceasefire in the Middle East, expressing hope that it will pave the way for a permanent resolution to the conflict. | Speaking during the Credentials Ceremony at the Sefako Makgatho Presidential Guesthouse in Pretoria on Wednesday, President Ramaphosa said South Africa supports ongoing efforts to end hostilities. | "We note the current initiatives and ongoing efforts aimed at achieving a comprehensive end to the conflict in the Middle East. | "We welcome the announcement of a ceasefire and a…

NEOB (2026-04-08). Fake village, real fraud: Brothers ordered to repay R14m lotteries grant. sanews.gov.za Fake village, real fraud: Brothers ordered to repay R14m lotteries grant | The Special Tribunal has declared the R14 million in funding awarded by the National Lotteries Commission (NLC) to the Madumelani Community Project as unlawful, invalid and set aside. | The ruling, which was welcomed by the Special Investigating Unit (SIU), comes after the unit exposed an intricate scheme by brothers Tshimangadzo and Ndoweni Mukutu, who fraudulently obtained funding intended for the construction of a cultural village in Hammanskraal. | The cultural village that the two had claimed they would build was already established i…

aljazeera (2026-04-08). 'Why my child?': Yemen's Taiz mourns sniper's killing of teen. aljazeera.com Yemeni child killed by suspected Houthi sniper while heading to school in Taiz sparks grief and outrage among locals.

Yumna Rizvi (2026-04-08). How years of US policy put Cubans on a path to Gitmo. responsiblestatecraft.org On one side of Guantánamo Bay, U.S. soldiers face a temporary disruption in the

Editor (2026-04-08). More than meets the eye: The material dialectic of vision. mronline.org Charles Darwin said that thinking about the vertebrate eye made him "shudder."

Dean Moses, AM NY. (2026-04-08). 15 Arrested In Anti-ICE Passover Takeover Of Palantir's Lobby. popularresistance.org Fifteen protesters participating in a special Passover seder condemning ICE operations were cuffed in Manhattan on Monday night after the participants occupied the lobby of Palantir's headquarters and refused to leave. | The hours-long event began earlier in the day, around 5 p.m. on April 6, at Union Square for the sixth night of Passover and was held by Jews for Racial & Economic Justice for a "Seder in the Streets." Attended by Mayor Zohran Mamdani and a host of other elected officials, protesters looked to condemn President Trump's ongoing immigration crackdown.

Eric Worrall (2026-04-08). Claim: Climate Change is Killing all the Amazon Dung Beetles. wattsupwiththat.com That stink at the Belém Climate Conference was climate change, not overloaded toilets.

Sidhyendra Sisodia (2026-04-08). The Indian Ocean as Fragmented Maritime Space: Why It Never Spoke as One. moderndiplomacy.eu The US sinking of the Iranian warship IRIS Dena off Sri Lanka on 4 March was not just another incidents in the widening West Asian war. In fact it was a warning shot to the entire Indian Ocean Region. A conflict initiated far from South Asian and Indian Ocean shores spilled directly into the "oceanic …

| Riaz Ahmad | (2008-04-26). WAPDA, Punjab reach final of 61st National Table Tennis Championship. tribune.com.pk WAPDA and Punjab have advanced to the final of the team event at the 61st National Table Tennis Championship after thrilling semi-final encounters on Wednesday. | In the first semi-final, WAPDA defeated hosts Khyber-Pakhtunkhwa in a closely contested tie to book their place in the final. In the second semi-final, Punjab overcame Oil and Gas Development Company Limited (OGDCL) by a 3-1 margin to secure their spot in the deciding match. | Provincial Minister for Sports Taj Muhammad Khan Trand was the chief guest on the occasion. Khyber-Pakhtunkhwa Director General Sports Tashfeen Haider, Secretary of the Pakista…

Guest Blogger (2026-04-08). Eco-Friendly' Energy Slaughtering Wildlife. wattsupwiththat.com By Vijay Jayaraj Numerous studies by biologists and ornithologists are unequivocal in expressing rising concern about the slaughter of birds and other creatures by so-called eco-friendly technologies. Many of the…

aljazeera (2026-04-08). Israel launches 100 air strikes in 10 minutes across Lebanon. aljazeera.com Israel carried out an unprecedented wave of attacks across Lebanon, saying it launched 100 air strikes in 10 minutes.

WHYY (2026-04-08). WHYY Newscast for Wednesday 6:00 a.m. whyy.org The latest local headlines from WHYY…

DikelediM (2026-04-08). President Ramaphosa urges new envoys to strengthen diplomatic, economic ties. sanews.gov.za President Ramaphosa urges new envoys to strengthen diplomatic, economic ties | President Cyril Ramaphosa has called on newly appointed ambassadors and high commissioners to deepen diplomatic, economic and people-to-people relations between South Africa and their respective countries. | The President received letters of credence from the newly appointed Heads of Mission from 20 countries across the world during a credentials ceremony at the Sefako Makgatho Presidential Guest House in Pretoria, on Wednesday. | The ceremony saw the Heads of Mission-designate present their credentials to the President and pledged th…

ecns.cn (2026-04-07). China's Long March-8 rocket launches new internet satellites. ecns.cn China launched a Long March-8 carrier rocket on Tuesday in the southern island province of Hainan, sending 18 internet satellites into space.

NEOB (2026-04-08). First batch of HIV prevention medicine arrives in SA. sanews.gov.za First batch of HIV prevention medicine arrives in SA | The Department of Health has welcomed the arrival of the first batch of HIV prevention medicine, Lenacapavir, to the country. | The initial consignment, comprising approximately 37 920 doses, was delivered to the country last week. | "This is part of integrated, differentiated and people-centred HIV prevention services, offering new hope for people who face barriers to existing HIV prevention methods. | "Lenacapavir will boost the country's efforts to reduce new HIV infections to end AIDS as a public health threat by 2030 and sustain the HIV response after 20…

aljazeera (2026-04-08). JD Vance slams Zelenskyy comments on Orban ahead of Hungary election. aljazeera.com US vice president in Hungary calls Ukrainian leader's 'threatening' remarks 'completely scandalous'.

Editor (2026-04-08). Experts raise concerns over Trump's cognitive, behavioral decline. mronline.org Psychologist Dr. John Gartner warns that President Trump is "not the same man he was four weeks ago" and exhibiting signs of frontotemporal dementia.

ecns.cn (2026-04-07). Cheng arrives in Shanghai, kicking off KMT delegation's mainland visit. ecns.cn A delegation of the Chinese Kuomintang (KMT) party, led by its chairwoman Cheng Li-wun, arrived in Shanghai at noon on Tuesday for a mainland visit that will run through Sunday.

| AFP | (2008-04-26). Sinner, Alcaraz shine in Monte Carlo. tribune.com.pk Jannik Sinner and Carlos Alcaraz continued their duel for the world number one ranking before the French Open as they opened their clay court seasons by crushing their opponents into the red Monte Carlo dirt on Tuesday. | With Usain Bolt in the crowd, the world's top two sprinted to second-round victories at the Masters event. | No. 2 Sinner took one hour and four minutes to dispatch Frenchman Ugo Humbert 6-3, 6-0. He was followed onto centre court by top-ranked Alcaraz, who took five minutes longer to beat Argentine Sebastian Baez 6-1, 6-3. | Sinner is chasing a first significant clay court title and seeking…

David Swanson (2026-04-08). I Met the "Enemy." They Were Just People. worldbeyondwar.org The people of Iran do not deserve what the U.S. government is doing to them. And we should not be a people who go along with it. #WorldBEYONDWar…

United World International (2026-04-08). German politics debates on NATO and US troops in the country. uwidata.com By Deniz Yƒ±ldƒ±rƒ±m, from Berlin / Germany On April 2, AfD Co-Chair Tino Chrupalla directly targeted the American military presence in Germany, stating that the country should define its defense policy based on "full sovereignty". According to Chrupalla, US bases make Germany part of global conflicts and restrict Berlin's ability to act independently. This statement …

NEOB (2026-04-08). Gauteng Investment Conference kicks off on Thursday. sanews.gov.za Gauteng Investment Conference kicks off on Thursday | Johannesburg will take centre stage on Thursday as the Gauteng Provincial Government hosts the second annual Gauteng Investment Conference (GIC). | The GIC — which comes hot off the heels of the successful sixth Delivering the provincial budget speech last month, then Gauteng Finance and Economic Development MEC Lebogang Maile outlined that the provincia…

Izzy Ramirez (2026-04-08). Daily Memo: ICE Shoots At Man in Central Valley and ICE Takes People in the Coachella Valley and Glendora. lataco.com ICE continues to conduct raids and traffic stops, taking three men from their work truck in the Coachella Valley.

Paul Budde (2026-04-08). Democratic promise to algorithmic power: How social media reshaped truth. independentaustralia.net

Dave Zirin (2026-04-08). The Reverend Jesse Jackson's Sporting Life. progressive.org The way Jackson carried himself in the sports world offers lessons progressives would do well to remember and carry forward.

____ (2026-04-08). Ceasefire Offers Hope for U.S.-Iran Relations. devdiscourse.com The recent U.S.-Iran ceasefire agreement signals a positive development amid rising tensions, according to European Union's chief diplomat Kaja Kallas. She highlighted the deal's potential to de-escalate threats and facilitate diplomatic dialogue.

EDWIN (2026-04-08). Minister Tau continues with investment drive. sanews.gov.za Minister Tau continues with investment drive | Following the successful sixth South African Investment Conference, Trade, Industry and Competition Minister Parks Tau has continued efforts to mobilise business leaders to invest in the South African economy. | Speaking during an engagement with the global think tank, The European House — Ambrosetti (TEHA), held at the Inanda Country Club in Sandton on Wednesday, Tau urged leaders to explore investment opportunities in South Africa. | The Minister emphasised that government has been working to create a conducive environment for investment and has made progress…

ecns.cn (2026-04-07). UN Security Council's actions must not grant license to use of force: Chinese envoy. ecns.cn The UN Security Council's actions must not grant a license to the use of force, let alone further exacerbate tensions and add fuel to the fire, said Fu Cong, China's permanent representative to the United Nations, on Tuesday.

A A (2026-04-08). His Majesty's head-chopper: Syria's MI6-backed president bows to King Charles. strategic-culture.su By Kit KLARENBERG | Join us on , , and . | Contact us: | Ahmed al-Sharaa's Downing Street visit offered him a reunion with the British i…

WiBOPM (2026-04-08). Milwaukee, April 11, 2026: Big Ride for Palestine No. 9. wibailoutpeople.org

aljazeera (2026-04-08). Medvedev thrashed by Berrettini as racquets smashed in Monte Carlo defeat. aljazeera.com World Number 10 Daniil Medvedev dumped out by opponent 80 rankings lower in second round at Monte Carlo Masters.

Lexy Reid (2026-04-08). When Seeing Isn't Believing: Netanyahu's 'Death' and AI-Driven Misinformation. moderndiplomacy.eu Recent rumours of Binyamin Netanyahu's death saw millions of impressions within hours, going immediately viral on the internet and infecting the public zeitgeist. These rumours outpaced official statements and reputable journalism. Online debates were notably centred not on the actual facts of the case, but on whether circulating videos were AI-generated or not — this …

aljazeera (2026-04-08). Ecuador recalls its ambassador from Colombia over Jorge Glas comments. aljazeera.com The diplomatic manouevre is the latest sign of tension between right-wing Daniel Noboa and left-wing Gustavo Petro.

ecns.cn (2026-04-07). Spring blossoms in Beijing attract visitors. ecns.cn Residents admire blooming crabapple flowers at Yuan Dadu City Wall Ruins Park in Beijing, April 7, 2026.

WiBOPM (2026-04-08). Madison, April 18, 2026: Drag Brunch Bingo! wibailoutpeople.org

Cris Barrish (2026-04-08). 'Severe appearance of impropriety': Nonprofit run by Delaware senator gets millions of dollars a year from state grant, contracts. whyy.org What are journalists missing from the state of Delaware? What would you most like WHYY News to cover? When Jobs for Delaware Graduates was seeking a new executive director in 2014, the agency wanted someone with a master's degree who had worked in public education, had managed at a nonprofit, and could build relationships with state legislators. | Having connections with lawmakers was critical for the nonprofit that relies almost solely on state funding to help students overcome barriers and pursue academic, career, personal and social success. | JDG, as the agency is known,…

Global Research News (2026-04-08). Selected Articles: Video: Donald Trump: "A Whole Civilization Will Die Tonight" globalresearch.ca By

Saeed Minhas (2026-04-08). Why the US—Iran Deal May Collapse Sooner Than Expected. thinktank.pk The announcement of a temporary ceasefire between the United States and Iran—reportedly facilitated through discreet diplomatic channels involving Pakistan—has been framed as a breakthrough moment in a rapidly escalating conflict. Yet, beneath this momentary calm lies a complex web of contradictions, mistrust, and competing geopolitical interests that render any such agreement inherently unstable. This is …

Guest Blogger (2026-04-08). Curtain Opens on the Dress Rehearsal for the Net Zero Calamity as Hormuz Threats Cut Hydrocarbon Supply by a Quarter. wattsupwiththat.com Predictably, there was a bit of a fuss and McGuire subsequently withdrew his post — "not because I regretted it", but because people took it the wrong way, he explained.

lemediaen442.fr (2026-04-08). Women's Rights in Iran: The Country Often Portrayed as "Backward" , Surpasses the United States in All Academic Areas. globalresearch.ca [Below is an AI English translation from In the grand theater of geopolitics, Iran is systematically portrayed as a hell for women, a country where the veil masks widespread oppression. Yet, when one dares to look at the …

Larry Chin (2026-04-08). A "Ceasefire" Not to be Trusted. globalresearch.ca US President Trump and Israel PM Netanyahu have reneged on every single deal.

| AFP | (2008-04-26). McIlroy finds new challenges. tribune.com.pk Putting on a green jacket has lifted an incredible weight off the shoulders of Rory McIlroy as the relaxed reigning Masters champion strolls around Augusta National. | The 36-year-old from Northern Ireland completed a career Grand Slam by capturing the green jacket last year to end a 10-year major win drought and years of chasing a Masters crown. | "It's so nice to walk around property or be out on the golf course and just not have that hanging over me," McIlroy said Tuesday. "It feels that it's a big weight off my shoulders." | World number two McIlroy tries to join Tiger Woods, Jack Nicklaus and Nick Faldo a…

____ (2026-04-08). Delhi High Court Dismisses Petition in AgustaWestland VVIP Chopper Scam. devdiscourse.com In a significant development in the AgustaWestland VVIP chopper scam case, the Delhi High Court dismissed a petition from British national Christian Michel James on Wednesday. The petition sought his release from prison, arguing that after serving the maximum sentence possible, his continued detention in India has become unlawful.

Stephen Karganovic (2026-04-08). Bringing Warmongers to Justice? The Ukraine War Crimes Tribunal. globalresearch.ca [This article was first posted on GR in December 2023.] | The precise road map of the Ukraine War Crimes Tribunal is still an enigma. Even the format of the court, as a Russian or an international legal institution, remains unclear. …

| REUTERS | (2008-04-26). Tamim becomes youngest BCB chief. tribune.com.pk Former Bangladesh captain Tamim Iqbal became the youngest head of the Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) on Tuesday, after the National ‌Sports Council dissolved the BCB's board of directors following an investigation into elections held in October. | A committee found irregularities in the BCB's election process, the NSC's sports director Mohammed ‚Å Aminul Ahesan told reporters in Dhaka. | Tamim, 37, is the youngest BCB president and will lead an 11-member ad hoc committee that includes former Bangladesh captain Minhajul Abedin and former cricketer and TV commentator Athar Ali Khan. The other me…

ecns.cn (2026-04-07). KMT chairwoman pays homage to Sun Yat-sen Mausoleum in Nanjing. ecns.cn NANJING, April 8 ⚪ Cheng Li-wun, chairwoman of the Chinese Kuomintangparty, led a KMT delegation on Wednesday morning to pay homage to the Sun Yat-sen Mausoleum in Nanjing, capital of east Chinas Jiangsu Province.

editor (2026-04-08). The breach of trust fuelling One Nation. onlineopinion.com.au What finally broke the Coalition vote? The answer may begin with Covid, not immigration.

| AFP | (2008-04-26). Slot tips Liverpool to bounce back. tribune.com.pk Under-fire Liverpool coach Arne Slot said his team will bounce back from their latest setback in a difficult season as they prepare for a rematch with Paris Saint-Germain in the Champions League on Wednesday. | Liverpool welcome back striker Alexander Isak to the squad following injury for the quarter-final, first leg in Paris. | It comes off the back of a 4-0 hammering by Manchester City in the FA Cup at the weekend ⚪ a game in which captain Virgil van Dijk suggested that the team had given up. | "I didn't see players giving up. But I think it's also good for our captain that he has a strong and firm reactio…

Staff (2026-04-08). How Young Entrepreneurs Can Save Money While Scaling Their Lifestyle. moguldom.com Navigating the entrepreneurial world as a young startup owner comes with its fair share of challenges. You're not only focused on growing your business but also managing your finances efficiently. Here's a handy tip: integrating savings practices into your lifestyle as you scale can significantly contribute to both your personal and business success. One practical …

____ (2026-04-08). Tensions Escalate: North Korea's Missile Launch Provocations. devdiscourse.com North Korea has heightened tensions with recent ballistic missile launches, adding to a series of tests that challenge hopes for eased relations with South Korea. These provocations come as Pyongyang dismissed U.N. bans, reaffirming its commitment to weapons development.

Chris Walker (2026-04-08). Trump Calls Factual CNN Report on Iran Ceasefire Statement "Fake News" truthout.org On Tuesday evening, following the announcement of a tentative ceasefire agreement with Iran, President Donald Trump accused the news network CNN of falsely reporting a statement from some of Iran's leaders that claimed victory over the United States in the war that has been waged over the past month. Earlier on Tuesday, Trump made a promise to engage in additional war crimes and genocidal… |

Diana O'Dwyer (2008-04-26). The backlash against the backlash: Socialist feminism & left politics in a time of reaction. links.org.au Diana O'Dwyer — After several years when the far right seemed to be growing almost unopposed, there is now a growing feminist backlash to the backlash.

newarab (2026-04-08). Iranians braced for darkness prior to ceasefire announcement. newarab.com "I'm not great at math, but where will the money, the resources, and the experts come from to rebuild a country that ordinary people spent decades trying to build?" | This is the question haunting Sara, a 34-year-old public relations manager in For

Zeeshan Javaid (2026-04-08). Oil Prices Crash on Iran Ceasefire — So Why Is No One Celebrating? thinktank.pk The announcement of a ceasefire involving Iran has triggered a sharp decline in global oil prices, offering immediate relief to energy markets that had been rattled by weeks of geopolitical tension. At first glance, the reaction seems predictable: reduced conflict risk leads to improved supply expectations, and prices fall accordingly. Yet the mood across financial …

WHYY (2026-04-08). WHYY Newscast for Wednesday 2:00 p.m. whyy.org The latest and local headlines from WHYY.

Mark J Willière (2026-04-08). "We Never Go Anywhere?" — Is Trump Really Assuring NATO! thinktank.pk The question of whether former US President Donald Trump is genuinely reassuring NATO allies with statements like "we never go anywhere" or subtly preparing the ground for a strategic withdrawal has become one of the most critical debates in transatlantic geopolitics. As Mark Rutte undertakes a delicate diplomatic mission to Washington, the future of the …

The Global Research Team (2026-04-08). Your Support Keeps Truth Alive. Donate to Global Research. globalresearch.ca The media is a pillar of democracy; without it, accountability becomes almost impossible. It is the public's eyes and ears, the foremost critic of power and the vanguard of truth. | But what happens when the media is co-opted by the …

WiBOPM (2026-04-08). Milwaukee Labor Community Members Demand Mass Murdering Defense Industrial Council Be Shut Down! wibailoutpeople.org

Professor Mark Beeson (2026-04-08). Stop the stupid! Donald Trump & Co have got to go. independentaustralia.net

editor (2026-04-08). The California refinery crisis is a national security risk for America. onlineopinion.com.au California transportation fuel demands are among the highest in the nation and are now beginning to be imported from refineries in foreign countries.

EDWIN (2026-04-08). Deputy Minister visits sugar mills in KwaZulu-Natal. sanews.gov.za Deputy Minister visits sugar mills in KwaZulu-Natal | Trade, Industry and Competition Deputy Minister Zuko Godlimpi will on Wednesday visit sugar mills in KwaZulu-Natal in preparation for the reopening of the Sugarcane Crushing Season in May. | The Deputy Minister will start his visit with the re-opening of the Gledhow Mill. | This follows a R1.8 billion expansion by the new owners, which was a commitment pledge made at the South African Investment Conference which took place on 31 March 2026 in Sandton, Gauteng. | Godlimpi will also sign Phase 2 of the Sugar Cane Value Chain Master Plan during the quarterly Exe…

WHYY (2026-04-08). WHYY Newscast for Wednesday 11:00 a.m. whyy.org The latest and local headlines from WHYY.

WHYY (2026-04-08). WHYY Newscast for Wednesday, 9:00 a.m. whyy.org The latest local headlines from WHYY…

Vince Hooper (2026-04-08). When allies threaten war crimes, silence is self-destruction. independentaustralia.net

Editor (2026-04-08). Senior BBC Iran Reporter Exposed As Opposition Activist. scheerpost.com Wyatt Reed The Grayzone After a top reporter at the BBC drew outrage for publishing a quote demanding Iran be nuked, she's been revealed as a dedicated regime change activist whose career was launched by a CIA-founded propaganda network. Serious questions remain about the BBC's editorial process. On April 6, 2026, horrified social media users …

WiBOPM (2026-04-08). Milwaukee, April 24, 2026: Comite Sin Fronteras Fundraiser (Support DACA Renewals). wibailoutpeople.org

Editor (2026-04-08). Birthright case forces U.S. Supreme Court to confront prospect of Americans losing citizenship. mronline.org As the U.S. Supreme Court heard arguments last week about the constitutionality of President Donald Trump's executive order to end birthright citizenship, Justice Sonia Sotomayor seemed skeptical. The order as written applies only to babies born in the future, and the Trump administration has asked the court to exclude current citizens from any decision. Still, …

Dr.Abdullah Yusuf (2026-04-08). Iran, Trump, and the Imperial Licence to Break the Law. moderndiplomacy.eu Donald Trump's war on Iran has done what imperial wars often do. It has stripped the familiar vocabulary to the bone. The old words are still there, of course. Security. Stability. Deterrence. Order. But they no longer conceal very much. When a president threatens to wreck power plants, bridges, and the wider conditions of civilian …

Arnie Saiki, Decolonize Accounting. (2026-04-08). How Accounting For War Became An Economic Tool. popularresistance.org In Aesop's fable of the Fox and the Stork, the fox invites the stork to dinner and serves soup in a flat shallow dish — a vessel perfectly suited to a fox's tongue, while inconvenient for a stork's long bill. The stork goes hungry. When the stork returns the invitation, the soup arrives in a tall narrow jar that only a beak can reach. The fox goes hungry in turn. Each host has set the terms of the meal, and those terms happen to suit the host. | There is a moment buried in the official record of the System of National Accounts revision process that has this quality.

ecns.cn (2026-04-07). Pakistani PM confirms Iran, U.S. and allies agreed to immediate ceasefire. ecns.cn Pakistani Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif wrote on X on Wednesday that Iran and the U.S., along with their allies, have agreed to an immediate ceasefire.

WiBOPM (2026-04-08). MPS Parents, YES, and MTEA Issue Joint Letter on Budget to MPS Board and Office of Accountability Efficiency. wibailoutpeople.org

United World International (2026-04-08). Erdoƒüan-Zelenskyy meeting; Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan visits Syria; New NATO headquarters in Türkiye. uwidata.com Last week, Türkiye's political agenda remained intense. A meeting between President Recep Tayyip Erdoƒüan and his Ukrainian counterpart Volodymyr Zelenskyy stood at the top of the agenda. Secondly, Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan participated in a meeting in Damascus attended by Syrian President al-Sharaa and Zelenskyy. Meanwhile, statements by the Ministry of National Defense regarding NATO …

A A (2026-04-08). What the hell happened with the rescue of the F-15E WSO in Iran? strategic-culture.su Iran's air defense system succeeded on Friday, April 3, in downing a US F-15E over Iran. There is some dispute and confusion about the exact location (more about that later). The pilot and the WSO (i.e., Weapons System Officer) both successfully ejected but were separated. The pilot was quickly rescued by the Combat Search and Rescue (i.e., CSAR) and the two Pave Hawk helicopters ferrying him back to safety were hit, but managed to make it to Kuwait — despite trailing visible black smoke.

GABIK (2026-04-08). eThekwini mayor pays tribute to Ladysmith Black Mambazo's Albert Mazibuko. sanews.gov.za eThekwini mayor pays tribute to Ladysmith Black Mambazo's Albert Mazibuko | EThekwini Municipality Mayor Cyril Xaba has extended heartfelt condolences to the family of Albert Mazibuko, a long-serving and award-winning member of Ladysmith Black Mambazo, who passed away over the weekend after a short illness. | The internationally acclaimed choral group confirmed Mazibuko's passing in a statement on its Facebook page. | Xaba described Mazibuko (77) as a towering figure in South African music, whose artistry and dedication helped elevate the multi-Grammy Award-winning isicathamiya group to global prominence. | "Albe…

Caitlin Johnstone (2026-04-08). The Empire Backs Down, For Now. caitlinjohnstone.com.au

Susan Phillips (2026-04-08). Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro calls PECO rate hike request 'pure greed'. whyy.org

Guest Blogger (2026-04-08). Environmentalists are fighting our living standards in court. wattsupwiththat.com

Jake Bittle (2026-04-08). There's hope for the offshore wind industry — yes, really. grist.org

A A (2026-04-08). Countries with highest and lowest average IQ levels: Africa. strategic-culture.su

Kelley Beaucar Vlahos (2026-04-08). Grief, anger, disbelief: War proponents lose it over ceasefire. responsiblestatecraft.org

A A (2026-04-08). Armenia facing an existential decision. strategic-culture.su

Cory Sharber (2026-04-08). Philadelphia set to host 'Ivy Madness' in 2027, celebrating the Palestra's 100th anniversary. whyy.org

____ (2026-04-08). Excessive speculation on rupee was artificially drying up supply in market: RBI Deputy Governor T Rabi Sankar on recent direction to banks. devdiscourse.com

Staff (2026-04-08). El siglo de Fidel: øQuién es àÅngel García Seoane, el alcalde antiimperialista de Galicia? (+ Video). cubadebate.cu En este capítulo de la serie: "El siglo de Fidel", conversamos con àÅngel García Seoane, quién accedió a recibirnos en su oficina de la alcaldía, donde hay una frase de Fidel y un busto del Che en cada departamento.

Staff (2026-04-08). Un Premio Nobel y 600 académicos israelíes rompen silencio: La violencia de colonos israelíes en Cisjordania es terrorismo de Estado. cubadebate.cu El 30 de marzo de 2026, más de 600 académicos israelíes —profesores universitarios, investigadores, intelectuales de las instituciones más prestigiosas de Israel, entre ellos un Premio Nobel— firmaron una petición que sacude los cimientos del discurso oficial israelí. No la firmaron desde Ginebra ni desde Washington.

Staff (2026-04-08). Fuera de línea unidad de la termoeléctrica Ernesto Guevara por falla en turbina, informa la UNE. cubadebate.cu La Unidad 1 de la Central Termoeléctrica (CTE) Ernesto Guevara De La Serna, ubicada en la provincia de Mayabeque, quedó fuera del Sistema Electroenergético Nacional (SEN) en la noche de este martes debido a una avería en su Sistema de Regulación de Turbina, informaron fuentes del sector.

Staff (2026-04-08). Alerta Bandec sobre nueva ola de estafas digitales mediante WhatsApp. cubadebate.cu El Banco de Crédito y Comercio (Bandec) en Matanzas emitió a través de redes sociales una alerta a la población sobre el incremento de estafas digitales que utilizan la plataforma de mensajería WhatsApp como principal vector de ataque.

A a (2026-04-08). Trump habla de guerra para la Semana Santa. strategic-culture.su

A A (2026-04-08). "Sarajevo Safari" , una nuova analisi. strategic-culture.su L'inchiesta "Sarajevo Safari" non ha finora prodotto alcuna prova che giustifichi l'avvio di un procedimento penale nei confronti di chicchessia. | Segue nostro Jacques Ellul, l'autorevole studioso francese in materia di propaganda, ha tracciato un ritratto significativo dell'odierno "uomo dell'attualità ", il quale — secondo Ellul — è "un bersaglio facile per la propaganda": | "Un uomo del genere è estremamente sensibile all…

nosihle (2026-04-08). SAWS releases seasonal climate forecast. sanews.gov.za SAWS releases seasonal climate forecast | The South African Weather Service (SAWS) forecast indicates that warmer conditions are expected in most parts of the country in the late autumn and winter, while significant rainfall is expected mainly over the southern and eastern coastal parts of South Africa. | In its seasonal climate watch released on Tuesday, the weather service said the El Niño-Southern Oscillation (ENSO) is currently still in a neutral state. | Current predictions indicate a rapid shift over the next few months toward an El Niño state [associated with hotter and drier conditions], with further stre…

| AFP | (2008-04-26). Flick defends young Yamal. tribune.com.pk Barcelona coach Hansi Flick said he would defend teenage star Lamine Yamal against criticism for his occasional "emotional" outbursts, ahead of Wednesday's Champions League quarter-final first leg against Atletico Madrid. | The 18-year-old winger did not celebrate Barca's late winner in the 2-1 victory at Atletico in La Liga on Saturday that took the Catalans seven points clear at the top of the table. | Yamal was visibly irritated, with Spanish media reporting it was because a member of the Barcelona coaching staff admonished him from the sidelines for shooting when he could have passed. | The Spain internati…

A a (2026-04-08). No mundo todo, a auto-organizaàßà£o popular assume o papel dos governos da burguesia. strategic-culture.su A tomada do poder do Estado, isto é, a revoluàßà£o social, é a realizaàßà£o efetiva da libertaàßà£o das naàßàµes oprimidas do jugo imperialista. | Junte-se a nós no e . | Escreva…

Editor (2026-04-07). Is the War In Iran About to Become Apocalyptic? (w/ Trita Parsi) Two Shows. scheerpost.com As Trump escalates threats, oil chokepoints tighten, and talk of "total surrender" creeps toward the unthinkable, Trita Parsi warns that the US-Israeli war on Iran is entering its most dangerous phase yet. Scheerpost Staff There are moments when the machinery of war begins to outrun the people operating it—when threats replace strategy, escalation replaces thinking, …

al-monitor (2026-04-07). threat to Iran shocks global leaders, unnerves some Republicans. al-monitor.com By Bo Erickson, Nandita Bose and Steve HollandWASHINGTON, April 7 (Reuters) – U.S. President Donald Trump's warning to destroy Iran if it does not yield to his demands drew rebukes from around the globe and even unnerved some aides and supporters, though administration officials said the increasingly hostile rhetoric was merely a negotiating tactic to force Tehran to concede.

hindustantimes (2026-04-07). Trump finally breaks silence after two planes, helicopters destroyed, anonymous US pilot saved. hindustantimes.com With a hard deadline looming, Donald Trump has escalated rhetoric, warning Iran that "Tuesday is the last day" to comply or face massive strikes. The urgency follows the downing of a U.S. F-15, which exposed operational risks and triggered a high-stakes rescue mission deep inside Iranian territory. Trump acknowledged Iran "got lucky" in hitting the jet, even as Washington prepares for possible escalation and Tehran vows severe retaliation, rejecting peace terms outright.

Angela (2026-04-07). Thursday 4/9: Power Half-Hour for Gaza. indybay.org Zoom | http: //jvp.org/gazaph…

Michael Leonardi, Counter Punch. (2026-04-07). No Kings In America, Real Resistance In Rome. popularresistance.org The "No Kings" slogan sounded promising when it exploded across the United States in 2025: a mass rejection of authoritarianism, unchecked executive power, and the cult of the strongman. But like so many liberal-led mobilizations in the Trump era, the U.S. version has revealed itself as carefully managed theater — heavy on performative outrage, light on principle, and deliberately blind to two of the greatest crimes of our time: Israel's genocide in Gaza and the illegal U.S.-Israeli war on Iran. | The contrast with the Italian "No Kings and Their Wars" mobilization in Rome could not be starker.

aljazeera (2026-04-07). 'Dying of thirst': Inside Gaza's al-Mawasi water crisis. aljazeera.com Residents in Gaza describe daily torment as water shortages worsen, leaving families desperate for clean drinking water.

Autonomous Activists United for Palestine (2026-04-07). Tuesday 4/7: Human Billboard for Gaza! indybay.org Adeline-Alcatraz-MLK intersection in Berkeley by Milyar Cafe.

Lois Pearlman, Mondoweiss. (2026-04-07). BDS Victories: Washington State Divests From Caterpillar. popularresistance.org Twenty-three years after Rachel Corrie was crushed to death by a Caterpillar bulldozer in Gaza, two divestment successes in her home state of Washington have brought her some measure of justice. | Last month, the Office of the Washington State Treasurer divested its $62 million in Caterpillar bonds, and on March 24, the Olympia, Washington City Council voted unanimously to include a strongly worded statement in its ethical investment policy, which includes no investment in entities that engage in apartheid or illegal occupation.

Albany & El Cerrito for Palestine (2026-04-07). Thursday 4/9: Albany & El Cerrito for Palestine – Human Billboard for Gaza. indybay.org El Cerrito Plaza, San Pablo & Carlson…

Staff (2026-04-07). Venezuela Receives 350 Repatriated Citizens as Return to the Homeland Program Counters US Immigration Policies. OrinocoTribune.com Caracas ( The repatriation process is governed by the 2025 agreement between Caracas and Washington, serving as a vital c…

Staff (2026-04-07). Venezuela: Holy Week Tourism Grows 10%. OrinocoTribune.com On Monday, Venezuelan Acting President Delcy Rodríguez reported that over 13 million Venezuelans enjoyed the country's tourist attractions during Holy Week. | During the presentation of the season's report, she said that a total of 13,651,680 people traveled throughout the country, highlighting that the figure represents a 10.51% increase in tourists compared to last year. In 2025, 12,357,000 tourists traveled throughout the country during Holy Week. | Speaking from La Silsa, Catia, in Caracas, she noted that the number of tourists mobilized demonstrates the Venezuelan people's spirit of resilience. "Nothing stop…

Sana Khan (2026-04-07). Asian Airlines Face Fuel Crunch, Trim Flights and Carry Extra Fuel Amid Middle East Crisis. moderndiplomacy.eu Jet Fuel Shortages Hit Asia Hard Airlines across Asia are adjusting operations in response to the Middle East conflict, which has sharply reduced jet fuel availability. The closure of the Strait of Hormuz has disrupted nearly 21 percent of global seaborne jet fuel supply, forcing carriers to carry extra fuel, add refuelling stops, and reduce …

Brian Rhoads,Raymond Ma (2026-04-07). Trump steps up Iran threats as deadline approaches. scmp.com US President Donald Trump said every bridge and power plant in Iran will be destroyed in "four hours", unless the Middle East nation met a deadline for accepting his demands, including the reopening of the vital Strait of Hormuz. | Every bridge will be "decimated" and every power plant "will be out of business, burning, exploding and never to be used again", Trump told reporters on Monday as he reiterated a deadline of Tuesday 8pm New York time (8am on Wednesday Hong Kong time). Iran must allow…

United World International (2026-04-07). The clear key to global change: Hormuz! unitedworldint.com How Did the Strait of Hormuz Become the U.S.'s Global Dilemma? By Adem Kƒ±lƒ±àß, Political Scientist After the past 37 days, the U.S.-Israel-Iran conflict has moved beyond the battlefields and evolved into a phase that directly targets the resilience of nations. The harsh tone evident in U.S. President Donald Trump's latest statements makes it clear …

Winston Mok (2026-04-07). For Gulf states, geography is both a generous and treacherous patron. scmp.com The Strait of Hormuz blockage is being felt far and wide. While the world struggles with higher pump prices, key energy exporters such as the United Arab Emirates (UAE) and Qatar face severe economic setbacks. In Gulf states serving as air hubs, expats and affluent locals are scrambling for the exit. | The discovery of oil transformed Arabian deserts into rich petro-states. Knowing this wealth would not flow forever, the states leveraged their strategic locations to become air traffic hubs….

Sana Khan (2026-04-07). Pakistan Rushes to Electric Bikes as Fuel Crisis Reshapes Economy. moderndiplomacy.eu Crisis Driven Shift in Consumer Behavior The blockade of the Strait of Hormuz has triggered an immediate shift in how people in Pakistan think about fuel. This is not a slow transition. It is panic driven and precautionary. People are not only reacting to high prices but also to fear that petrol may become unavailable. …

Newsroom (2026-04-07). Trump: 'A Whole Civilization Will Die Tonight' if Iran Defies Deadline. moderndiplomacy.eu Iran showed no sign of accepting Donald Trump's ultimatum to open the Strait of Hormuz by the end of Tuesday. Trump stated that "a whole civilization will die tonight" unless Tehran reached a last-minute agreement. As the deadline approached, strikes on Iran escalated, targeting railway bridges, a petrochemical plant, an airport, and power lines, according …

newarab (2026-04-07). Six weeks in, US-Israel war on Iran becomes battle of endurance. newarab.com Last week marked a decisive shift in the trajectory of the From a high-risk US special forces operation deep inside Iranian territory to mounting pressure around the Strait of Hormuz, developments between 30 March and 5 April suggest that the conflict is no longer contained within defined battlefronts, but is increasingly shaped by endurance, escalation, and systemic pressure. |

Kurt Nimmo (2026-04-07). Iran Threatens Retaliatory Strike on Stargate AI Project in UAE. globalresearch.ca Iran has threatened to follow through on its threat to

Rima Najjar (2026-04-07). Jordan Reassures Instead of Hedging: Stability Today, Risk Tomorrow. globalresearch.ca stability-first messaging remains crystal clear. In the midst of the US-Israeli military campaign against Iran that began on 28 February and the subsequent wave of Iranian missile, drone, and allied retaliation across the region …

Sana Khan (2026-04-07). Russia Iran Covert Alignment Raises Stakes in Expanding Regional War. moderndiplomacy.eu Intelligence Support Signals Deeper Strategic Alignment New claims suggest that Russia is providing Iran with satellite intelligence and cyber support, pointing to a deeper level of cooperation than previously understood. This moves beyond political alignment into operational coordination that can directly affect military outcomes. Satellite Imagery Enhancing Strike Precision According to the assessment, Russian satellites …

HG (2026-04-07). UK shooting down Iranian drones while Starmer shouts 'not involved'. thecanary.co The Ministry of Defence (MOD) has announced that the UK shot down multiple Iranian drones in a 'high threat area' overnight on April 4. This is despite Starmer repeatedly claiming that the country will not back up the US and Israel's illegal attacks on Iran. Update on UK operations in the Middle East, 5 April […] | By

newleftreview (2026-04-07). Ervand Abrahamian: Iran Under Fire. newleftreview.org One of modern Iran's leading historians provides a critical anatomy of the power structures of the Islamic Republic, on the eve of war—and a scathing denunciation of the long-incubated American-Israeli assault on the country, calculated to bring about Syria-style disintegration and civil war.

Jonathan Cook (2026-04-07). Does the Tail Wag the Dog? How Both Sides Are Missing the Bigger Picture. globalresearch.ca The joint US-Israeli war on Iran has thrust back into the spotlight a divisive debate about whether the dog wags the tail, or the tail wags the dog.

Seth Frantzman (2026-04-07). Iranian ballistic missile cluster munitions strike dozens of sites in Israeli cities. longwarjournal.org Iran's increasing use of cluster munitions in ballistic missile attacks since late February has intensified damage across Israel, with dozens of impact sites reported in major cities in the first week of April. Four people were killed in Haifa in a missile attack on April 6. Meanwhile, Israel is escalating strikes on Iranian infrastructure targets and boosting production of Arrow interceptors as part of its multi-layered air defense.

Rodobaldo Isasi Herrera (2026-04-07). Irán. Operación Promesa Verdadera IV. Balance preliminar. radiohc.cu Al cumplirse el primer mes de contienda bélica, con la implementación de la Operación Furia Épica de los EEUU contra la República Islámica de Irán, de manera ilegal, con respaldo de las Fuerzas de Defensa Israelí, la respuesta de Teherán ha sido contundente, calibrada, y con prioridad de contragolpe sobre aquellos objetivos militares y de apoyo logístico y económico del entorno regional y más allá, comprometidos con la agresión. | Precisamente, el mando del Cuerpo de los Guardianes Revolucionarios Islámicos actualizó la relación de objetivos a batir, ubicados en la región de Medio Oriente, que son activos estadou…

The Canary (2026-04-07). TUC calls for urgent support for at-risk manufacturers as illegal war fuels Trumpflation. thecanary.co The Trades Union Congress (TUC) has called for a targeted emergency package to protect UK companies from the effects of Donald Trump's illegal war. The union body refers to at-risk manufacturers like chemicals, ceramics and glass. And it says: Trump's war must not put jobs in critical industries at risk. In the face of "Trumpflation" […] | By

UMMID (2026-04-07). CBSE Launches New Curriculum for Classes 9 to 12. ummid.com The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) has launched new Curriculum and Syllabus for Classes 9 to 12 which will be implemented from the Academic Year 2026-27.

UnCommon Law (2026-04-07). Friday 4/17: Sing Sing film screening + live panel w/ film's actor and other leaders in prison arts. indybay.org Lark Theater, Larkspur 549 Magnolia Ave, Larkspur, CA 94939…

UMMID (2026-04-07). Maharashtra FYJC Admission 2026-27 Portal Launched, What's Next? ummid.com The School Education and Sports Department, Govt of Maharashtra has launched the FYJC Class 11 Online Admission Portal 'mahafyjcadmissions.in', and is set to start the centralised admission process soon.

infobrics (2026-04-07). Two Decades of Intra-BRICS Trade: Trends, Patterns and Policies. infobrics.org As one of the world's most important economic cooperation platforms, BRICS has expanded from 5 members to the 10 official members and 10 partner countries, with significant increase of its role in the international economic landscape…

newleftreview (2026-04-07). Susan Watkins: Trump Abroad. newleftreview.org In which direction is America heading, amid the strategic cacophony of Trump's second term—counter-revolution in the Caribbean, onslaught on Iran, somersaults on China? Analysis of the political logics at stake as the US ratchets up from covert to overt assassinations; from wars of attrition to wars of overthrow.

James Wright (2026-04-07). Rachel Reeves celebrations of Labour's 'achievements' fall flat. thecanary.co Chancellor Rachel Reeves has taken to social media to celebrate Labour's so-called achievements. Rachel Reeves, are these meant to be wins? Reeves said: Minimum wage rising. State pension increasing. Two child limit abolished. Child poverty falling. Rights at work strengthened. Labour promised change. We are delivering change. These policies are a shambles and miss the […] | By

infobrics (2026-04-07). EU sanctions policy a 'suicide ship' – Fico. infobrics.org Slovak leader urges Europeans to reverse anti-Russian sanctions policy.

aljazeera (2026-04-07). Vance heads to Budapest to shore up Orban's support before Sunday vote. aljazeera.com US vice president's Budapest trip highlights US-Hungary far-right alignment as Orban faces toughest electoral challenge.

CAT (2026-04-07). Monday 4/13: 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…

Walter Lucken IV (2026-04-07). The Democratic Party debate over Hasan Piker is really a fight over Palestine's new place in U.S. politics. mondoweiss.net The moral panic over Hasan Piker's involvement with the Democratic Party is really about Palestine's growing influence in U.S. politics. While Israel supporters might want to ban him and Palestine from the discourse, they've already lost the fight.

Ramzy Baroud (2026-04-07). 'Macron — Whose Wife Treats Him Extremely Badly': Trump's Iran War Unraveling. counterpunch.org "I call up France, Macron — whose wife treats him extremely badly. Still recovering from the right to the jaw." It is not the first time that Donald Trump has resorted to this kind of language. But the timing, as always, is everything. His remarks about Emmanuel Macron, delivered during a private lunch in Washington,

aljazeera (2026-04-07). Australian and IPL cricket great David Warner charged with drink-driving. aljazeera.com The 39-year-old, who retired from international cricket in 2024, still features in T20 franchise cricket.

| Ali Murad | (2007-04-26). Heavy rains in K-P swell rivers, trigger power outages, disrupt daily life. tribune.com.pk Peshawar and surrounding areas have been experiencing continuous rainfall since Monday night, ranging from light showers to heavy downpours, which is likely to continue in Khyber-Pakhtunkhwa (K-P) until April 9. By Tuesday morning, the rain intensified, bringing cooler temperatures and causing water to accumulate along roadsides and in low-lying areas. | In Dera Lower, heavy rainfall accompanied by thunder has swollen streams and raised water levels in the Panjkora River. The downpour has intensified the chill in the region and caused widespread power outages, with multiple electricity feeders tripping. Local…

DikelediM (2026-04-07). President Ramaphosa to officiate launch of TRC Housing Assistance Reparations. sanews.gov.za President Ramaphosa to officiate launch of TRC Housing Assistance Reparations | President Cyril Ramaphosa is set to officiate the launch of the Truth and Reconciliation Commission (TRC) Housing Assistance Reparations programme today at the Sonkombo Sports Field in Ndwedwe, KwaZulu-Natal. | The launch marks a significant step in the implementation of housing support for victims identified by the Truth and Reconciliation Commission, as part of government's ongoing commitment to restorative justice and redress. | The programme will include a symbolic handover of housing assistance to selected beneficiaries. | The i…

The Wolves (2026-04-07). Saturday 4/4: Billionaire Takedown at Tesla! indybay.org Tesla showroom at Stanford Shopping Center, Palo Alto | Enter via Plum Lane and drive straight to the end | Tesla is on your left next to Sephora…

UMMID (2026-04-07). Iraq, Bosnia and Herzegovina qualify for FIFA World Cup 2026. ummid.com Iraq, and Bosnia and Herzegovina – the two Muslim dominated countries that battled Zionist imposed wars, have qualified for the 2026 FIFA World Cup.

HG (2026-04-07). Secretive US tech firm Palantir embedding itself into UK public services. thecanary.co A petition started by Zack Polanski to kick Palantir out of UK public services has nearly 160,000 signatures. At nearly 160,000 signatures — my petition to stop Palantir.t.co/oqsZdtN3pZ — Zack Polanski (@ZackPolanski) April 6, 2026 Palantir is a secretive US tech firm. It's embedding itself in UK public services, including running a huge patient database for the NHS. […] | By

UMMID (2026-04-07). 7 Ways to Grow Your Savings Account This Year. ummid.com A Savings Account is often the first step towards financial discipline, read seven practical ways to grow your Savings Account balance this year.

Global Research News (2026-04-07). Selected Articles: Armageddonists in the State Department and the Pentagon. globalresearch.ca

al-monitor (2026-04-07). Trump aware of Pakistani proposal and will respond, White House says. al-monitor.com WASHINGTON, April 7 (Reuters) – U.S. President Donald Trump is aware of Pakistan's proposal for a two-week extension to a deadline he imposed on Iran, and a response will come, White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt said on Tuesday."The President has been made aware of the proposal, and a response will come," Leavitt said in a statement. (Reporting by Steve Holland, Editing by Bhargav Acharya and David Ljunggren)…

Thomas Chaney, Fight Back! News. (2026-04-07). Sheridan Educators On Strike After Negotiations Fall Flat. popularresistance.org Englewood, CO — On April 1, teachers and faculty across five schools of the Sheridan School District went on strike demanding union recognition and the reinstatement of their contract. Over 100 teachers, faculty and community members walked the picket lines demanding that the school district come back to the table for negotiations. | Tensions rose earlier this year when the school district passed a policy that stated they would not recognize staff without licenses in the union. That means school custodians, paraprofessionals on staff, bus drivers — workers who all keep the district's schools running a…

UMMID (2026-04-07). Galaxy S26 Ultra Unlocks New Perspectives in Sports Broadcasting. ummid.com Galaxy S26 Ultra's pro-grade camera redefines the role of mobile devices in sports, delivering a fresh visual experience of skateboarding that reflects the intensity of the sport itself, Samsung Electronics said.

Editor (2026-04-07). Record low number of threatened species get new protections under Trump. mronline.org Critics say Trump's administration has "just gone so much further" than previous Republican administrations in dismantling protections for endangered species.

newarab (2026-04-07). Easter faith and defiance in Lebanon under Israeli fire. newarab.com Easter Sunday brought no ceasefire to Lebanon. As Israeli shells By Easter Sunday, Lebanon's Health Ministry had More than 1.1 million people, roughly a…

ALEX (2026-04-07). Wes Streeting is lying to trans kids in Pink News now. thecanary.co Pink News have run an article penned by Labour's Wes Streeting. The health secretary ostensibly addressed young people who are worried about the fact that his party has gutted both health and social support for trans people. Pink News describes itself as the "world's largest and most influential LGBTQ+ led media brand". Of course, to anyone […] | By

URN (2026-04-07). Fresh Fighting between M23/AFC Rebels and FARDC Erupts in South Kivu. plusnews.ug Fresh fighting has erupted between the March 23 Movement/Alliance Fleuve Congo (M23/AFC) rebels and the Armed Forces of the Democratic Republic of the Congo (FARDC), alongside Wazalendo coalition forces, across several fronts in South Kivu province. According to locals, heavy gunfire broke out on Tuesday in Mikenke, located in the highlands of Minembwe, sparking panic …

John Helmer (2026-04-07). The collapse of Trump's mind leaves no alternative. mronline.org In the four days between April 1 and April 5, President Donald Trump made a record of the collapse of his mind into genocidal violence which none of his officials can dissuade, limit, control, if they try, or even conceal.

Angela (2026-04-07). Saturday 4/4: Free virtual screening of the film. indybay.org Zoom | us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_bfgH…

Ed Newman (2026-04-07). Donald Trump and Marco Rubio deceive the world about Cuba. radiohc.cu The President of the United States and his Secretary of State are deceiving the world about the truth regarding Cuba by sowing false ideas that the Cuban revolutionary system is a failure, while simultaneously obscuring reality. | Now they want everyone to believe that socialism is responsible for the economic crisis suffered by the Cuban people, when the truth is quite different from what their media campaigns claim. | Why don't they mention that on December 23, 1958, when the Revolution had not yet triumphed, at a meeting of the U.S. National Security Council, the Director of the CIA stated: "We must prevent Ca…

URN (2026-04-07). ‚ÄéEight Dead, Several Injured in Mbarara-Kampala Bus Crash. plusnews.ug ‚ÄéEight people have been confirmed dead in the tragic accident which happened along the Mbarara-Lyantonde-Masaka highway.‚Äé‚Äé The accident occured in the Tuesday morning, at Kalegeero junction in Lyantonde district, involving a Bus belonging to Kasaba bus company, registration number UAL 492H, which was heading for Kampala from Rukungiri district.‚Äé‚Äé The bus which was reportedly traveling …

UMMID (2026-04-07). The Quiet Denial of Justice to Dalit Converts. ummid.com Dalit Christians and Dalit Muslims across India continue to face forms of discrimination that are unmistakably caste-based, and to suggest that conversion erases caste is to ignore this lived reality.

UMMID (2026-04-07). Meghalaya SSLC Class 10 Result 2026: Check Here. ummid.com The Meghalaya Board of Secondary Education (MBOSE) is releasing on mbose.in and other websites the result and toppers list of Class 10 Secondary School Leaving Certificate (SSLC) examination 2026 today i.e. Tuesday April 07, 2026.

____ (2026-04-07). Manipur Dismisses Deadly Rumour, Calls for Calm. devdiscourse.com The Manipur government has vehemently denied rumors circulating on social media suggesting that security forces have killed numerous innocent protesters. Official statements from the government emphasize the critical need for verifying information before disseminating it.

geo.tv (2026-04-07). Israeli journalist admits reporting rescue of US airman as Trump threatens jail over 'leak'. geo.tv Israeli journalist Amit Segal in Tel Aviv, December 8, 2022. — Times of Israel

Samuel Perry (2026-04-07). What is CREC and How Does It Shape Pete Hegseth's Religious Rhetoric? counterpunch.org Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth's conservative evangelical religious beliefs drew attention even before his confirmation hearings in January 2025. He is a member of the Communion of Reformed Evangelical Churches — CREC — whose beliefs have been influenced by a 20th-century movement called Christian Reconstructionism. Many CREC leaders call for the implementation of biblical law and

aljazeera (2026-04-07). USA striker Patrick Agyemang ruled out of World Cup due to injury. aljazeera.com Agyemang has been diagnosed with an Achilles tendon injury after he was stretchered off during a game for Derby.

Middle East Children's Alliance (2026-04-07). Sunday 5/3: Shop Palestine Spring Bazaar. indybay.org 1101 8th St Ste 100, Berkeley, CA 94710…

Marxlenin Pérez Valdés, Orinoco Tribune. (2026-04-07). I Support Cuba Because I Am On The Side Of Humanity And Life. popularresistance.org I met Gabriel Rockhill by chance, but not by accident. We were introduced by Helen Yaffe, a dear friend of Cuba, in January of this year during the International Congress held at the University of Havana to commemorate the 60th anniversary of the Tricontinental Conference (1966). The current political climate added a unique dimension to the event: those present were standing up to the recent display of aggressivity against our country, which includes the possibility of armed aggression. That is why the meeting was not by accident. It was driven by conviction.

ecns.cn (2026-04-07). Numbers don't lie: The truth about Xinjiang. ecns.cn Xinjiang has entered its best period in history with social harmony and stability, and happy, peaceful life for local people.

Leon Kunstenaar (2026-04-07). SFPD-ICE Collusion Protested at Mission Police Station. indybay.org SF a "sanctuary" city?>

WSWS (2026-04-07). Trump sets Tuesday night deadline for the massive war crime against Iran. wsws.org The United States is on the brink of a moral and political catastrophe. This is the inescapable conclusion to be derived from Donald Trump's press conference on Monday.

WSWS (2026-04-07). Teamsters announce last‚Äëminute agreement for 17,000 First Student school bus drivers. wsws.org Teamsters hailed First Student's new contract as a "national foundation," but drivers demand details on real gains for hours, pay, and pensions.

Dean Baker (2026-04-07). The March Jobs Report and Time. counterpunch.org Let me be straight: the March jobs report was much better than I had expected. I always give my wife my predictions just before the report comes out, because that's when I have all the data I'm going to have. My pre-release numbers were 40k jobs and 4.5% unemployment. The actual numbers were 178k jobs

Ahmed Adel (2026-04-07). EU Includes Ukraine in ‚Ǩ1.5 Billion Defense Program Despite Corruption. globalresearch.ca Kiev's inclusion in the European Union's defense program exposes the corrupt interests of European officials and the bloc's goal of militarization. Although this funding is relatively small and unlikely to impact Ukraine's defense sector significantly, it indicates that Brussels still …

aljazeera (2026-04-07). Three killed in shooting near Israeli consulate in Türkiye's Istanbul. aljazeera.com Two police officers were also injured in the gunfire incident near the Israeli consulate.

ecns.cn (2026-04-07). Chengdu: The happiest city with the most ambitions in China. ecns.cn Long known as one of Chinas most livable cities, Chengdu is now emerging as a national leader in creative industries, digital culture and esports.If Beijing represents continuity, Chengdu embodies experimentation.

ecns.cn (2026-04-07). China surpasses U.S. in approval of leadership. ecns.cn China has surpassed the United States in global leadership approval ratings for the third time, with the gap between the two nations widening to its largest margin in nearly two decades.

Skwawkbox (2026-04-07). Israel further cuts off occupied West Bank mosque from local worshippers. thecanary.co Israel has tightened restrictions on the Ibrahimi mosque in Hebron in the occupied West Bank — claiming the measures are to protect illegal settlers in the town. The mosque was the scene of extremist settler Baruch Goldstein's 1994 massacre of 29 Palestinian worshippers. The atrocity was used by the occupation to further restrict local Muslims' […] | By

WSWS (2026-04-07). After our contract rejection we must strike Nexteer to win our demands! wsws.org The Nexteer Rank-and-File Committee issued this statement after workers at the Saginaw, Michigan parts plant rejected a UAW-backed contract by 96 percent.

aljazeera (2026-04-07). Australia arrests ex-soldier Roberts-Smith over alleged Afghan war crimes. aljazeera.com Arrest comes after Roberts-Smith lost case against reporters who said he was involved in murders of unarmed Afghan men.

Jonathan Bennett (2026-04-07). This Week in People's History, April 8—14, 2026. portside.org This Week in People's History, April 8—14, 2026 |

Ed Newman (2026-04-07). Mexican academics call for resumption of fuel sales to Cuba. radiohc.cu Academics from Mexican universities condemned the ongoing US blockade against Cuba, rejected any military aggression, and called on countries in the region to resume fuel sales to the island nation. | "From Mexican universities, academics express our full support for the sovereignty and independence of Cuba, and our rejection of any military aggression that the Donald Trump administration may attempt against this sister nation," they stated. | In a statement titled "Always With Cuba," members of institutions such as the National Autonomous University of Mexico (UNAM) described the economic, commercial, and financ…

Skwawkbox (2026-04-07). Unite officers vote for strike action over lack of union recognition. thecanary.co The officers' branch of Unite has voted overwhelmingly for 'all-out' strike action over the refusal of Unite's management to recognise its union. Of a huge 80% turnout, 85% of officers voted in support of the strike. This is the second time Unite's general secretary, Sharon Graham, has faced strike action from union employees after staff […] | By

newarab (2026-04-07). UN expected to vote on watered-down Hormuz resolution on Tuesday. newarab.com The Oil prices have surged since the

ecns.cn (2026-04-07). Uzbekistan Airways resumes Sanya—Tashkent route amid rising demand from Russian-speaking markets. ecns.cn Uzbekistan Airways, the national carrier, resumed its Sanya—Tashkent route on Tuesday, Sanya Phoenix International Airport said.

UMMID (2026-04-07). You've become redundant: Oracle to 30K terminated employees. ummid.com In another round of lay-off, software major Oracle Tuesday March 31, 2026 fired around 30,000 employees saying they have become redundant.

Guest Blogger (2026-04-07). How China Dominates the World's Critical Minerals Production. wattsupwiththat.com For the West, securing critical mineral supply without reliance on China requires more than just sourcing mines in friendly countries. It requires alternative processing capacity, substantial long-term supply agreements, and coordination between policymakers and private traders who still move much of the world's ore.

UMMID (2026-04-07). Ronaldo, Sadio Mane score brace as Al-Nassr defeats Al-Najma 5-2. ummid.com In a comeback match, Cristiano Ronaldo led from the front, helping Al-Nassr defeat Al-Najma 5-2 in the Saudi Pro League 27th round Friday April 03, 2026.

The Canary (2026-04-07). China is sitting back and letting Trump destroy Brand America. thecanary.co China beat the United States in global approval ratings in 2025, with a median of 36% approving of China's leadership, compared with 31% for the U.S., according to the latest Gallup polling released last week. While neither country commands broad support, China surpassed the United States in global approval ratings in 2025, with a median […] | By

Staff (2026-04-07). Why More Cord Cutters Are Choosing IPTV Over Traditional Streaming Bundles. moguldom.com The promise of streaming was simple: pay less, watch more, and escape the rigid structure of cable television. But for many cord-cutters, the reality in 2026 looks different. Subscribing to multiple streaming platforms to cover live TV, sports, movies, and original series now costs nearly as much as the cable bill they canceled. IPTV has …

Norman Solomon (2026-04-07). Distancing from AIPAC Is Not Enough. indybay.org While Distancing from AIPAC, Most 2028 Democratic Hopefuls Are Still Embracing Israel…

newleftreview (2026-04-07). Xi Ruochen: In Search of Good Books. newleftreview.org Where might Chinese-language readers hungry for critical histories and marginalized voices find such books? A history of Sinosphere publishing, charting the relationship between Hong Kong and the Mainland within a broader media ecology from the Revolution to the present.

Nir Hasson (2026-04-07). Settlers erect first-ever outpost within Jerusalem city limits, attack local Palestinians. haaretz.com Two weeks ago, Israelis from the West Bank and Jerusalem set up a tent near the Palestinian village of Nu'man. 'The government's policy is to pressure us,' says the mukhtar of neighbouring Umm Tuba…

ecns.cn (2026-04-07). 1 killed, 2 injured in fire beneath bridge on Panama Canal. ecns.cn At least one person died and two others were injured following a fire on Monday that involved several fuel trucks beneath the Bridge of the Americas, according to a report of the Spanish news agency EFE.

____ (2026-04-07). Sanctuary City Showdown: U.S. Customs Processing at Risk. devdiscourse.com In a potentially disruptive move, Homeland Security Secretary Markwayne Mullin revealed the Department of Homeland Security might stop processing international travelers at major U.S. airports in sanctuary cities. Without the cooperation of local authorities on the federal government's immigration crackdown, this could hit trade and tourism hard.

The Canary (2026-04-07). Parents and children devastated by Girlguiding's ban on trans women and girls. thecanary.co Parents and volunteers have spoken out about the impact of a recent ban on trans women and girls from participating in Guide groups. It follows an announcement in late 2025 that "trans girls and young women will no longer be able to join Girlguiding." Now, the organisation has said that existing Guides will also have to […] | By

Manlio Dinucci (2026-04-07). The Visage of the Free World. globalresearch.ca Trump clearly explains what constitutes the "free world" in his speech…

The Canary (2026-04-07). RAF Lakenheath shut down by protesters at both gates. thecanary.co RAF Lakenheath in Suffolk has seen its operations shut down this morning (Tuesday, 7 April) by a group of grassroots activists: View this post on Instagram A post shared by Canary (@thecanaryuk) Entrances to the military base have been blocked by two groups since 6am this morning: one creating a hard picket across […] | By

newleftreview (2026-04-07). Costas Lapavitsas: A Topography of the New Dollar Imperialism. newleftreview.org Topography of the contemporary world economy as a system of subordination, structured by the primacy of Fed-backed dollar-liquidity and a world division of labour jointly configured by productive and financial capital, generating forms of peripheral financialization. Monetary dominance—ultimately underwritten by military force?

Guest Blogger (2026-04-07). Coal, The Fuel We Ignore But Cannot Replace. wattsupwiththat.com If you think coal is a thing of the past… then you are missing the big picture, which is far more complex and far more relevant than most headlines suggest.

albawaba.net (2026-04-07). Trump: Whole civilization will die tonight. albawaba.net ALBAWABA – US President Donald Trump has just posted on Truth Social, warning: "A whole civilization will die tonight, never to be brought back again".He wrote on Truth Social, "I don't want that to happen, but it probably will. However, now that we have Complete and Total Regime Change, where different, smarter, and less radicalized minds prevail, maybe something revolutionarily wonderful can happen, WHO KNOWS?"Trump continued, "We will find out tonight, one of the most important moments in the long and complex history of the World. 47 years of extortion, corruption, and death, will finally end. God Bless the Gr…

Ed Sanders (2026-04-07). Too Freaky and Too Violent: a Glyph. counterpunch.org

albawaba (2026-04-07). Tanker explodes near the Bridge of the Americas in Panama City. albawaba.com ALBAWABA – A fuel tanker exploded, killing one person and leaving two more injured, on April 6 near the Bridge of the Americas in the Panama Canal, the authorities announced.A video was posted online showing a huge fire and a thick cloud of smoke erupting into the sky following the explosion. The incident happened at a complex where tanker trucks are supplied with fuel, located next to the Bridge of the Americas.Panamanian firefighter chief Victor Alvarez revealed that a person died as a result of the explosion, and two firefighters suffered minor injuries.The Bridge of the Americas was shut down after the blast…

Dillon Dodson (2026-04-07). The Southeast Asian Market has returned to FDR Park. Here's what to know. whyy.org From Philly and the Pa. suburbs to South Jersey and Delaware, what would you like WHYY News to cover? A popular cultural and food-forward market is back in action in South Philadelphia. | The Southeast Asian Market reopened this past weekend at FDR Park. Founded by refugees and immigrants in the 1980s, it features dozens of vendors of Lao, Thai, Vietnamese, Cambodian and Indonesian backgrounds selling snacks, meals, produce, clothing, jewelry and other goods. | The open-air

Maddison Wheeldon (2026-04-07). Home Office bans Kanye West from entering UK after antisemitism spat. thecanary.co A new wave of controversy surrounds Kanye West as the UK government have blocked the rapper's visa for a performance at a major festival. A number of sponsors withdrew from the Wireless Festival in response to a scheduled performance from West. This is due to criticism over a history of antisemitic comments. West released a […] | By

via RSO Santa Cruz (2026-04-07). Friday 4/10: The U.S. Empire is Burning – Community Discussion. indybay.org London Nelson Community Center park, 301 Center St., Santa Cruz…

Robert Freeman (2026-04-07). Heavily promoted Coleraine far-right rally turns out to be damp squib. thecanary.co A racist far-right rally promoted for months by its organisers yielded a feeble attendance, with likely only around 200 attending the event in Coleraine, on the north coast of Ireland. It was originally planned for March 28, but was moved to April 4. The protest was organised by anti-immigrant Islamophobes Our Northern Ireland Voice (ONIV), […] | By

Agence France-Presse (2026-04-07). A new cast of Castros is emerging in Cuba, where the name holds sway. scmp.com A new cast of Castros is emerging in Cuba: a grandson and a great-nephew are moving up the corridors of power, while another is an eccentric Instagram influencer declaring that Cubans want capitalism. | US President Donald Trump's administration is putting pressure on Cuba, demanding change and restricting oil exports to the country, but the Castro dynasty still holds sway on the communist-run island.

Annachiara Canetta (2026-04-07). WBW Romania Protested NATO on April 1st. worldbeyondwar.org On April 1st, the Pacifist Barricade, World BEYOND War Romania, and the Left Platform went to the United Nations Square in Bucharest to promote the following April Fool's Day message: NATO is a defensive alliance! #WorldBEYONDWar…

Alan Mosley, Antiwar. (2026-04-07). US Satellite Firm Blacks Out Iran War Images. popularresistance.org Planet Labs says it will "indefinitely withhold" satellite visuals of Iran and the wider Middle East war zone after a request from the US government and the Trump administration. In an email to customers, the firm said it is shifting to a "managed distribution" model, releasing imagery only case-by-case for "urgent, mission-critical requirements," or when release is deemed "in the public interest." Planet also said it will withhold imagery dating back to March 9, and it expects the policy to remain in effect until the conflict ends. | On March 6, Planet Labs announced a mandatory 96-hour delay on new imagery coll…

aljazeera (2026-04-07). In Ghana Town, a 'stateless' future for hundreds born and raised in Gambia. aljazeera.com In a small Gambian village founded decades ago by Ghanaian fishermen, their descendants languish without ID documents.

Newsroom (2026-04-07). Vance Brings Trump's 'Loves You' Message to Hungary in Push for Orbán's Re-Election. moderndiplomacy.eu U. S. Vice President JD Vance praised Hungary and Prime Minister Viktor Orban during his visit to Budapest, aimed at supporting Orban's re-election campaign, which recent polls suggest he may lose. Orban, in power since 2010 and known for his eurosceptic nationalist stance, is facing a tough challenge from center-right competitor Peter Magyar's Tisza party …

newleftreview (2026-04-07). Emilie Bickerton: Subterranean Godard. newleftreview.org Emilie Bickerton on Michael Witt, Jean-Luc Godard's Unmade and Abandoned Projects. A 'negative' history that sheds new light on the master filmmaker.

Ana Vracar, People's Dispatch. (2026-04-07). Doctors' Strike In England To Proceed Despite Government's Repression. popularresistance.org Resident doctors in England are set to strike again from April 7-13 as part of a long-running dispute over health workforce policies, working conditions, and salaries. For over three years, doctors have negotiated and struggled for pay restoration and more jobs, emphasizing that the National Health Service (NHS) cannot function without enough health workers and adequate working conditions. | "Resident doctors have been left with no choice but to strike," the British Medical Association (BMA) wrote on social media. "Weeks of negotiations with the government have failed to deliver enough progress on pay, with the g…

POOR Magazine (2026-04-07). Tuesday 4/7: Screening of "Crushing Wheelchairs" in honor of Luís Góngora Pat. indybay.org Artists' Television Access (ATA) | 992 Valencia St, San Francisco, CA…

ecns.cn (2026-04-07). Trump holds press conference on war with Iran. ecns.cn U.S. President Donald Trump speaks during a press conference at the White House in Washington, D.C., the United States, April 6, 2026.

UMMID (2026-04-07). Austrian researchers develop QR code thinner than human hair. ummid.com Researchers from TU Wien, a public research university in Vienna, Austria have developed a QR code which is thinner than human hair, setting a new benchmark in miniaturization.

ecns.cn (2026-04-07). Smart indoor farming helps scale up edible mushroom output in E China. ecns.cn Intelligent technologies are helping mushroom producers in eastern China to scale up their operations, creating growing environments that can ensure year-round production and even yield varieties that would otherwise not be possible in the region.

UMMID (2026-04-07). MHT CET 2026 (PCM) rescheduled. ummid.com The Maharashtra CET Cell has rescheduled the MHT CET 2026 (PCM) as the entrance exam dates fixed earlier clashed with other competitive exams.

infobrics (2026-04-07). India, China Hit $155B BRICS Trade Record, Imports Surge 43% in 2026. infobrics.org The BRICS trade record between India and China reached $155 billion in 2025 — a historic high that no government forecast had publicly anticipated. The BRICS trade record in 2025 caps a year of quiet economic convergence between two neighbors who spent most of the previous four years locked in diplomatic friction…

ecns.cn (2026-04-07). China-built engine fueled by hydrogen test-flown. ecns.cn A 7.5-metric ton unmanned cargo aircraft powered by the AEP100, Chinas independently developed megawatt-class hydrogen-fueled turboprop engine, successfully completed its maiden flight on Saturday at an airport in Zhuzhou, Hunan province.

newarab (2026-04-07). NGO slams Greek shippers over deliveries to Israel. newarab.com A pro-Palestinian campaign group on Monday accused Greek shipping firms of transporting oil and military equipment to The "No Harbour for Genocide" group called on

EDWIN (2026-04-07). Missing helicopter found with occupants unharmed. sanews.gov.za Missing helicopter found with occupants unharmed | The South African Police Service (SAPS) says the helicopter that went missing on Monday with four occupants, including the pilot, has been successfully located this morning with all individuals found alive and unharmed. | The group, which includes two SAPS investigators, along with an Environmental Crime Investigator, had safely landed in a remote area on Monday. However, as they attempted to navigate through the thick bush, they could not find the chopper. | Following their rescue, it has been confirmed that all the occupants are safe. | "The chopper disappea…

ecns.cn (2026-04-07). US ends probe into Tesla remote driving feature after software updates. ecns.cn The US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) said on Monday it closed a probe into nearly 2.6 ‚Äåmillion Tesla vehicles over a feature allowing users to move cars remotely after finding ‚Äåit was linked only to low-speed incidents.

URN (2026-04-07). Government Announces Enhancement of Arts Teachers Salaries Starting with 2026/2027 FY. plusnews.ug The government is set to enhance salaries of Arts at the beginning in the next financial year.State Minister of Finance Henry Musasizi equall talked of the possibility of having the salaries of the Arts teachers enhanced to match those paid to the science teachers. He was speaking at fundraising event organized by Kakore Rugambwa Catholic …

WSWS (2026-04-07). Workers Struggles: The Americas. wsws.org Workers protest in Laz Paz Bolivia over poverty pay and the abrogation of labor law while 550 Metro grocery workers in Quebec are in the second week of a strike over pay and the issue of subcontracting.

Editor (2026-04-07). DOGE Attacks On Social Security Have Left Millions In The Lurch. scheerpost.com Disabled, ill, and aging Americans are facing a broken system that's now harder to navigate than ever. Marianne Dhenin for Truthout hen Elon Musk's "Department of Government Efficiency" (DOGE) was running roughshod over the Social Security Administration (SSA) last year, experts warned it could spell disaster for disabled, ill, and aging Americans who depend on its programs. A …

Jon Fellman (2026-04-07). Thursday 4/9: Weekly AIAC Anti-Imperialist Meeting. indybay.org Adobe Books 3130 24t St…

Editor (2026-04-07). Daniel BensaàØd (2005): Dialectics and Revolution. mronline.org Dialectical reason is, when set against the dominant mode of reason, unreason: only in encompassing and cancelling this mode does it become itself reasonable.‚Ä® | ‚— Theodor W. Adorno, Minima moralia‚Ä® | 1.‚Ä®‚Ä®i About 30 years ago, Michael Là∂wy published an article entitled 'From Hegel's "Logic" to the Finland Station in Petrograd'.ii In it, he highlighted the connection between Lenin's feverish rereading of Hegel's great text in the midst of global turmoil and his evolution, under the heat of the moment, from the 'Apr…

San Jose Peace, Justice Center (2026-04-07). Friday 4/24: SOLIDARITY 4EVAH. indybay.org 48 S. 7th Street…

United Front Committee For A Labor Party (2026-04-07). Tuesday 4/7: Stop Trump's Fascist War on Iran: General Strike Now! Emergency Rally to Stop War! indybay.org San Francisco Federal Building | 90 7th St. | San Francisco…

aljazeera (2026-04-07). How Israel's invasion of southern Lebanon created a humanitarian crisis. aljazeera.com In the last month, 1.2 million people in Lebanon, or one-fifth of the population, have been forced to flee their homes.

ecns.cn (2026-04-07). China uses technological innovations to power clean energy transition. ecns.cn China has made several breakthroughs in renewable energy generation in recent years. By 2025, renewable energy installations accounted for more than half of the country's total installed capacity, driven by the use of innovative technologies. This has provided strong momentum for both China and the world in their clean energy transition.

WiBOPM (2026-04-07). May Day 2026 Milwaukee Madison. wibailoutpeople.org Voces de la Frontera The time to act is now. Stand with immigrant workers who keep this country running — but are under attack. Friday, May 1, join Voces De La Frontera and coalition partners for a national day of action in Milwaukee to demand justice, dignity, and protections for immigrant workers and their families. …

Martha Rios (2026-04-07). Ciego de àÅvila despide al campeón olímpico de béisbol Dany Miranda. radiohc.cu Autoridades de la provincia cubana de Ciego de àÅvila junto a directivos y jugadores de béisbol rindieron honores, este lunes, a Dany Miranda, campeón olímpico en Atenas 2004 y director del equipo los Tigres, fallecido ayer, víctima de una complicación intestinal. | Julio Heriberto Gómez Casanova, primer secretario del Comité Provincial del Partido Comunista de Cuba y Juan Reinaldo Pérez Pardo, presidente de la Federación Cubana de Béisbol y Sóftbol, encabezaron una de las guardias de honor junto al féretro. | A las honras fúnebres de quien dirigió la selección nacional sub-23 en el pasado Panamericano, don…

Johnny Perez-Gonzalez (2026-04-07). La agencia de artes de Delaware solicita la opinión del público sobre el próximo plan de financiación estatal a cinco años. whyy.org La División de las Artes de Delaware solicita a los residentes que ayuden a definir cómo se invertirán millones en fondos estatales para las artes durante los próximos cinco años, a medida que la agencia comienza a trabajar en su plan estratégico para el periodo 2026-2030. | El plan guiará la manera en que la…

Lucas Leiroz de Almeida (2026-04-07). Have the United States and Ukraine's Azov Batalion Returned to Being Close Allies? globalresearch.ca Apparently, certain geopolitical dynamics follow a predictable pattern, even when they contradict official statements. The case of the possible connections between the United States and the Ukrainian nationalist movement "Azov" illustrates this structural contradiction in Washington's foreign policy. |
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newleftreview (2026-04-07). Tony Wood: A Bolivarian Republic of Letters? newleftreview.org Tony Wood on Julio Cortázar, Carlos Fuentes, Gabriel García Márquez and Mario Vargas Llosa, Las cartas del Boom. Correspondence between four titans of the midcentury Latin American novel.

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