(2026-07-10). Attacks between US and Iran pause as diplomacy takes the lead. newarab.com 
Welcome, | Here are the key news stories of the day so far: | The United States and Iran are lowering tensions following days of strikes between the two. Shipping in the Strait of Hormuz plunged, negatively impacting markets
| Funeral ceremonies for the slain Iranian Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei concluded following a seven-day procession that brought together millions of mourners across Iraq and Iran
| Israeli attacks persist on Gaza and southern Lebanon over the past day, despite alleged 'ceasefires' |
(2026-07-10). Hormuz traffic slumps as US, Iran trade strikes. al-monitor.com Traffic through the Strait of Hormuz has fallen sharply since Wednesday, especially through the UN-backed Omani route, analysts said, after vessels were attacked earlier this week and as the United States and Iran traded renewed strikes. | The southern Omani route, used in past weeks by many vessels not linked to Iran, has been largely avoided since Wednesday.
(2026-07-10). Even as ceasefire frays, Trump and Iran shy away from full war. al-monitor.com The United States and Iran are escalating their tit-for-tat strikes, posing the biggest threat yet to their framework deal.
(2026-07-10). China urges U.S. to lift blockade, sanctions against Cuba. ecns.cn A Chinese foreign ministry spokesperson on Thursday said that the U.S. needs to heed the call for justice from the international community, and immediately lift its blockade, sanctions and any forms of coercion, pressuring and military threat against Cuba.
(2010-07-26). Cuba: 'The blockade suffocates and kills silently'. links.org.au 
Bruno Rodríguez Parrilla on the necessity of ending the economic, commercial and financial blockade imposed by the United States against Cuba.
(2026-07-10). likely next PM, Andy Burnham, says he wants to put more pressure on Israel. al-monitor.com LONDON, July 9 (Reuters) – Andy Burnham, who is expected to be named as Britain's new prime minister later this month, wants to exert more pressure on the Israeli government over its actions in Gaza, the Guardian reported on Thursday.In an interview with the newspaper, Burnham was critical of how current Prime Minister Keir Starmer had initially reacted to Israel's military campaign in Gaza in October 2023, which came after an attack on Israel by Hamas-led gunmen.
(2026-07-10). Netanyahu races to keep promises to allies ahead of election. al-monitor.com With the Israeli parliament set to dissolve in the coming days, just four months before national elections, the government of Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is racing to pass a series of bills, drawing fierce criticism from opposition. | The veteran prime minister, who has held office for nearly two decades across multiple terms, is facing public anger over a series of failures ⚪ particularly those that led to Hamas's unprecedented October 7, 2023 attack, which triggered the war in Gaza.
(2026-07-10). Chinese envoy calls for restoration of peace, stability to stem conflict-related sexual violence. ecns.cn A Chinese envoy said Wednesday that the restoration of peace and stability is essential to eliminating conflict-related sexual violence, Xinhua News Agency reported.
(2026-07-10). America at 250: a reckoning and a call to conscience. onlineopinion.com.au What hunger in the human soul chooses chains over courage, a demagogue over the demanding art of freedom?
(2026-07-10). 2026 FIFA WC: Controversies galore as Argentina declared winner against Egypt. ummid.com Argentina defeated Egypt in the 2026 FIFA World Cup Round of Last 16 Tuesday, but not before some controversial decisions that marred the outcome of the all important match.
(2026-07-10). France surge past Morocco to book semi-finals spot. newarab.com 
Mbappe curled in his eighth goal of the tournament on 60 minutes before Dembele doubled Les Bleus' lead six minutes later to settle a clinical victory at the Gillette Stadium outside Boston. | The win sends the 2018 champions into the semi-finals for the third straight World Cup, where they will face either Spain or Belgium in Arlington, Texas next Tuesday. | "I thi…
(2026-07-10). Border crossings hit a record high of 369 million in H1. ecns.cn Border crossings hit a record high of 369 million in the first half of this year, Chinese authorities said on Friday.
(2026-07-10). All creatures have souls: horse blocks woman's car, saves her from crash ahead. ecns.cn A circulated video clip shows a woman driving alone when she encountered a horse blocking her car. After the horse finally moved aside, she discovered that a traffic accident had occurred just ahead. Some believe the horse may have unknowingly protected her from danger. All creatures have souls—thank you, little horse, for your "kind guardianship."
(2026-07-10). Maharashtra Direct 2nd-yr Engineering Admission 2026 Starts. ummid.com Online registration for the students seeking admission in DSE 2026 – Direct Second Year Full Time Under Graduate Course in Engineering (B.E. / B Tech), has started through the official website dse2026.mahacet.org.in.
(2026-07-10). China's June CPI up 1% year on year; economist expects improvement in H2. ecns.cn China's consumer price index (CPI), a key gauge of inflation, rose 1.0% year on year in June, down 0.2 percentage point from the previous mont.
(2026-07-10). CARTOONS: timing seems destined for failure. independentaustralia.net 
(2026-07-10). 1.4 bn Indians NOT with Israel: Congress refutes Netanyahu. ummid.com The Congress Party has refuted Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu saying he was wrong in assuming that 140 billion Indians support Israel.
(2026-07-10). World's highest-voltage offshore VSC converter station sets sail. ecns.cn The offshore converter station of the Yangjiang Sanshandao offshore wind power VSC-HVDC project has set sail, marking the completion of its onshore construction phase and the start of offshore transport and installation.
(2026-07-10). China, Saudi Arabia sign MoU on copyright cooperation. ecns.cn China's National Copyright Administration and the Saudi Authority for Intellectual Property signed a memorandum of understanding on copyright and related rights cooperation in Geneva on Thursday, Xinhua News Agency reported.
(2026-07-10). Xi urges all-out rescue efforts after shoe factory fire in east China. ecns.cn Chinese President Xi Jinping has urged full efforts in search-and-rescue operations after a fire at a shoe factory caused major casualties Thursday in Jinjiang City, east China's Fujian Province.
(2026-07-10). Chinese-built Lupar Cross-Sea Bridge opens to traffic in Malaysia. ecns.cn The Lupar Cross-Sea Bridge in Malaysia's Sarawak state, built by a Chinese company, officially opened to traffic on Thursday, ending local residents' long-standing reliance on ferries, Xinhua News Agency reported.
(2026-07-10). U.S. finger-pointing at China's routine missile launch a typical example of double standards and hegemonism: FM. ecns.cn A Chinese foreign ministry spokesperson on Thursday said that it is a typical display of double standards and hegemonism for the U.S. to point fingers at China's normal missile launch.
(2026-07-10). DTE Maha Post SSC Diploma 2026 Merit List Today: Link, Steps to Check. ummid.com The Directorate of Technical Education (DTE Maharashtra) is releasing on its official website "poly26.dtemaharashtra.gov.in" today i.e. Tuesday July 07, 2026 Provisional Merit List of the candidates who are seeking Admission in First Year Post SSC Diploma in Technical and Polytechnic Courses in Engineering,Technology for the year 2026-27.
(2026-07-10). Palestinianism: A New Lens for Understanding Resistance and Defense of Human Dignity. ummid.com At its core, Palestinianism rests on a simple proposition: Before domination becomes a project of force, it becomes a project of definition.
(2026-07-10). DTE Maha Direct 2nd yr Diploma 2026 Merit List – Check Here. ummid.com Directorate of Technical Education (DTE) Maharashtra is releasing on its official website dsd26.dte.maharashtra.gov.in the Provisional Merit List of students seeking admission in Direct Second Year Post SSC Diploma in Engineering /Technology (Polytechnic) 2026 today i.e. Wednesday July 08, 2026.
(2026-07-10). Portugal's 2026 FIFA WC Last 16 Match Ends as Ronaldo's Last. ummid.com Cristiano Ronaldo, the legendary Portuguese footballer, Tuesday July 07, 2026 bid farewell to the global tournament after Spain ended Portugal's 2026 FIFA World Cup Journey in the Last 16.
(2026-07-10). Iran mourners defiant at Khamenei burial. al-monitor.com Calling for revenge and rejecting any compromise with the West, Iranians loyal to the Islamic republic massed on Thursday late into the night for the burial of supreme leader Ali Khamenei in his hometown of Mashhad. | "We are here with our red flags to call for the revenge of our leader."
(2026-07-10). Shoe factory owner in SE China's Fujian detained after fire kills 28. ecns.cn The shoe factory owner and several others suspected of being responsible for a fire accident on Thursday that killed 28 people in Jinjiang City in southeast China's Fujian Province have been detained by police.
(2026-07-10). France ends Morocco's World Cup run as last Arab and African team standing. al-monitor.com Following the loss, no Arab or African teams remain in the tournament.
(2026-07-10). Thailand delays Land Bridge Bill to expand public hearings amid local pushback. ecns.cn Thailand's Transport Ministry will hold off on submitting the Southern Economic Corridor (SEC) bill—which covers the landmark Land Bridge project—to the Cabinet in order to conduct extensive public hearings.
(2026-07-10). East China provinces raise emergency response to Typhoon Bavi. ecns.cn The eastern Chinese provinces of Zhejiang and Fujian on Thursday raised the typhoon emergency response to Level III as Typhoon Bavi, the ninth typhoon of the year, is moving closer to the country.
(2026-07-10). Inside Egypt's Octagon: World's Largest Defense Headquarters. ummid.com Egyptian President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi Saturday July 04, 2026, inaugurated The Octagon – the country's new Strategic Command Headquarters in the heart of the New Administrative Capital (NAC).
(2026-07-10). Political disarray in Australia. onlineopinion.com.au If politics is about 'The Economy Stupid' then Australia is actually suffering from a lot of stupid and even more confusion..
(2026-07-10). IIM Bangalore to open Overseas Campus in Indonesia. ummid.com The Indian Institute of Management Bangalore (IIM Bangalore) will open its Overseas Campus in Indonesia.
(2026-07-10). 4 suffer slight injuries, over 4,000 houses damaged in Sichuan earthquake. ecns.cn Four people sustained minor injuries and 4,309 households were damaged by the earthquake that struck Gaoxian County in Yibin, southwest China's Sichuan Province, as of 4 p.m. Thursday, according to local authorities.
(2026-07-10). BOOK REVIEW: How to Dodge Flying Sandals. independentaustralia.net 
(2026-07-10). 2026 FIFA WC: Argentina Wins Match, But Cabo Verde Captures Hearts. ummid.com Cape Verde Saturday July 04, 2026 was knocked out of the 2026 Football World Cup by Argentina, but not before capturing the hearts of millions of football fans around the world.
(2026-07-10). Mbappe Catches Messi in 2026 FIFA WC Golden Boot Race. ummid.com Kylian Mbappe Sunday July 05, 2026 hit another goal — his 7th in the 2026 FIFA World Cup, to ensure France win over Paraguay in the ongoing football world cup round of the last 16.
(2026-07-10). JCECEB 2026 Choice Filling Starts, Allotment on July 12. ummid.com The Jharkhand Combined Entrance Competitive Examination Board (JCECEB) has asked all registered students participating in Engineering (BE/BTech) Counselling to submit option form and college choices using the link provided on its official website 'jceceb.jharkhand.gov.in'.
(2026-07-10). Passenger trips through Beijing Daxing airport top 3 million this year. ecns.cn Inbound and outbound passenger trips through the border inspection checkpoint at Beijing Daxing International Airport surpassed 3 million as of Wednesday, reaching the milestone eight days earlier than a year ago, the Beijing Daxing Airport Border Inspection Station said Thursday.
(2026-07-10). Researchers Reveal Hidden Mechanism Behind Molecular Switch. ummid.com Researchers at the Nano Life Science Institute (WPI-NanoLSI) at Kanazawa University, the Institute for Molecular Science, and SOKENDAI have uncovered the hidden mechanism behind a molecular switch – a molecule that can change between different structural states in response to a chemical signal.
(2026-07-10). Jacinta Allan best bet due to rabid unhinged disdain. independentaustralia.net 
(2026-07-10). China orders stronger flood defenses amid rising extreme weather risks. ecns.cn China has issued new measures to strengthen flood and drought prevention, calling for improved monitoring, faster emergency response, and stronger protection of critical infrastructure.
(2026-07-10). 4 Compliance Steps to Verify That Bank Details Used in EPF Withdrawal Form 31 Match Your Pre-Filled Details at Your Income Tax E-filing Login Portal. ummid.com Many EPF withdrawal claims get rejected, hence read these 4 steps that cover everything the EPFO system actually checks.
(2026-07-10). ASEAN to discuss engagement with Myanmar at special meeting, Philippines says. al-monitor.com MANILA, July 10 (Reuters) – An upcoming meeting between foreign ministers of the Southeast Asian grouping ASEAN and their counterpart from Myanmar will tackle the country's civil war and its engagement with the bloc after five years in the cold, the Philippines said on Friday.As chair of the 11-member Association of Southeast Asian Nations, the Philippines will lead Sunday's gathering in Bangkok, the first in-person meeting with Myanmar's top diplomat since a 2021 coup and ensuing conflict that led to the exclusion of the ruling generals from the bloc's summits.
(2026-07-10). Skeptical US Democrats in Congress urge debate on Israel plans. al-monitor.com By Patricia ZengerleWASHINGTON, July 9 (Reuters) – A group of U.S. lawmakers is urging fellow Democrats to block military spending legislation until the Senate debates proposals to deepen ties with Israel, highlighting growing unease within the party over support for Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's government.
(2026-07-10). KEAM 2026 Engg First Phase Allotment Out: Steps, Link to Check. ummid.com The Office of the Commissioner for Entrance Examinations (CEE) has published today i.e. Wednesday July 08, 2026 the Final Allotment of the students who appeared for KEAM 2026 (KEAM 2026 Engineering: First phase allotment published) and are now seeking admission in First Year Engineering courses for the year 2026-27.
(2026-07-10). Why Morocco's win against Canada in 2026 FIFA WC Last 16 is significant. ummid.com Morocco Sunday July 05, 2026 crushed 2026 FIFA World Cup host Canada 3-0 to reach the Football World Cup Quarter Final.
(2026-07-10). It's Been Ten Years. It's Time To Admit Bernie Sanders Was Wrong. caitlinjohnstone.com.au Everyone's talking about how progressive Democrat Graham Platner has been forced to drop out of his Senate race following The first clue that Platner was a shitty person wasn't his military service or his Blackwater stint or his tattoo…
(2026-07-10). China's auto exports exceed 5 million units in H1: CAAM. ecns.cn China's automobile exports reached 5.1 million units in the first half of this year, up 65.3% year on year.
(2026-07-10). Maharashtra Engineering Admission FE 2026-27 Starts: Application Steps. ummid.com The Maharashtra State Common Entrance Test (CET) Cell has published on its official website fe2026.mahacet.org the Notification and simultaneously started online registration of the students seeking Admission in First Year (FE) of the Four Year B.E. and B.Tech courses for the year 2026-27.
(2026-07-10). Syria says preliminary probe links Damascus bomb cell to Islamic State. al-monitor.com July 9 (Reuters) – Preliminary investigations into the cell responsible for Tuesday's bombings in Damascus have shown it was affiliated with Islamic State, a senior Syrian security official said on Thursday.• "We were able to track down one member of the cell responsible for the July 7 Damascus bombings, and by monitoring him we identified the rest of the group's members," Ahmad al-Dalati, head of internal security in the Damascus countryside, told Syrian state-run Ekhbariya TV.
(2026-07-10). Karnataka CET 2026 Mock Allotment Result: Steps, Link to Check. ummid.com The Karnataka Examination Authority (KEA) is publishing today i.e. Monday July 06, 2026 on its official website 'kea.kar.nic.in' Karnataka UGCET 2026 (KCET 2026) Mock Allotment Result for the students who had registered for admission in different undergraduate courses including Engineering, Pharmacy, Architecture, Farm Sciences (Agriculture/Veterinary and others) for the year 2026-27.
(2026-07-10). Syria authorities say captured IS-linked cell behind blasts. al-monitor.com Syrian officials said late Thursday the country had captured an IS-linked cell responsible for two bomb blasts during French President Emmanuel Macron's visit to Damascus earlier this week. | Syria's Interior Minister Anas Khattab said that "the cell responsible for the terrorist bombings that targeted Damascus two days ago is now in our custody".
(2026-07-10). Canada wants broader Saudi ties, lecture from Carney. al-monitor.com Canada wants closer ties with Saudi Arabia and will not lecture about rights "from afar," Prime Minister Mark Carney said Thursday during the first visit to the kingdom by a Canadian premier in 25 years. | Carney's office said the prime minister and crown prince will finalize a deal next year that will make it easier for Canadian businesses to expand into Saudi Arabia.
(2026-07-10). China's basic medical insurance covers 1.32 billion people. ecns.cn China's basic medical insurance program covered 1.319 billion people during the first five months of the year, an increase of 4.69 million from a year earlier, the National Healthcare Security Administration said Thursday.
(2026-07-10). Maharashtra 11th FYJC 2026 Girls Special Round from July 10. ummid.com The School Education and Sports Department Maharashtra has published the Schedule of the FYJC 2026 or Class 11 Girls Special Round (Special Round 2) Admission Schedule on its official website 'mahafyjcadmissions.in'.
(2026-07-10). China's New Ethnic Unity Law and Erasure of Minority Identities. ummid.com China's newly enacted 'Law on Promoting Ethnic Unity and Progress' marks a definitive shift from managing diversity to enforcing homogeneity.
(2026-07-10). FCRA India, NGOs and Foreign Funding. ummid.com At another level recently, the Union Home Ministry in India has promulgated a new FCRA which seeks to restrict the activities of NGO's receiving foreign funds.
(2026-07-10). Beijing park tests smart traps in pilot mosquito-free program. ecns.cn A park in Beijing has introduced intelligent mosquito-trapping technology as part of a pilot program to create the city's first mosquito-free park.
(2026-07-10). fear of Pauline Hanson is her greatest weapon. independentaustralia.net 
(2026-07-10). Muslim NATO or Search for Strategic Autonomy in Multipolar World? ummid.com The phrase 'Muslim NATO' has begun to touch geo-politics with increasing frequency, but what is emerging is not a religious alliance but the gradual search for a new security architecture rooted in regional cooperation, strategic autonomy and the realities of an increasingly multipolar world.
(2026-07-10). Beijing exhibition uses digital technology to showcase traditional Chinese music. ecns.cn An immersive digital art exhibition opened at the China Millennium Monument in Beijing on Wednesday，using technology to present traditional Chinese music through interactive displays.
(2026-07-10). From threats to praise, Trump keeps allies guessing at NATO summit. al-monitor.com By Gram Slattery and Humeyra PamukANKARA, July 9 (Reuters) – As they prepared for this week's NATO summit in Ankara, the leaders of America's allies wondered which Donald Trump would join them – the friendly U.S. president who has praised the dedication of NATO allies or the testy Trump who has threatened to implode the 77-year-old alliance?It turns out they got both.
(2026-07-10). Residents clean up after floods recede in Guangxi. ecns.cn Guigang was hit by severe flooding in recent days after heavy rainfall brought by Typhoon Maysak, combined with rising upstream water levels.
(2026-07-10). Turkey brokers intra-Somalia talks as federal rifts test Ankara's influence. al-monitor.com Somalia's semi-autonomous Puntland and Jubaland states reportedly declined to join the talks, as Ankara is ramping up efforts to shore up support for Somalia's federal institutions.
(2026-07-10). Beijing closes parks, museums as heavy rain triggers flood response. ecns.cn Several parks, tourist sites and museums in Beijing were temporarily closed as heavy rainfall raised the risk of flooding and other weather-related disasters, while national authorities activated a level-four flood emergency response for Beijing and neighboring Tianjin.
(2026-07-10). NATO's Bipolar Summit in Ankara. ummid.com Donald Trump turned NATO's Ankara summit into a one-man show – reviving Iran hostilities, threatening Spain, demanding Greenland, and needling allies – while Secretary-General Mark Rutte's flattery-and-spending strategy kept the alliance intact.
(2026-07-10). IMF cuts global growth forecast, raises China outlook. ecns.cn The International Monetary Fund on Wednesday cut its global economic growth forecast for 2026 to 3% while raising its projection for China's economy to 4.6%.
(2026-07-10). Submission by the family of Bridgette "Biddy" Porter to the NSW Law and Safety Committee. independentaustralia.net 
(2026-07-10). Iran buries Khamenei after new fighting with US erupts. newarab.com 
(2026-07-10). WBJEE 2026 Round 1 Seat Allotment Result: Link to Check. ummid.com West Bengal Joint Entrance Examinations Board (WBJEEB) is releasing on its official website 'wbjeeb.nic.in' 1st Round Seat Allotment result of WBJEE 2026 Counselling today i.e. Tuesday July 07, 2026.
(2026-07-10). 'Largest in human history': Over 43 million join week-long funeral as Khamenei laid to rest. coastaldigest.com
(2026-07-10). Long-distance kindness: Xinjiang uncle brings cash aid to flood‚Äëhit Guangxi, winning tearful gratitude. ecns.cn
(2026-07-10). Nestlé secures Thai BOI approval for THB23bn smart coffee complex. ecns.cn
(2026-07-10). Fined Rs 20 by teacher for not completing homework, Class 8 girl dies by suicide. coastaldigest.com
(2026-07-10). Strengthening El Nino likely to among on record: US agency. al-monitor.com The El Nino weather pattern picked up strength over the past month and is highly likely to "rank among the largest" ever recorded when it peaks between October and December, US forecasters said Thursday. | In its latest update, the US Climate Prediction Center (CPC) said there is an 81 percent chance of a "very strong" El Nino between October and December that would rank among the largest such events in the historic record going back to 1950.
(2026-07-09). US launches fresh strikes on Iran hours after ceasefire collapse, Tehran warns of retaliation. ptcnews.tv PTC News Desk: The United States carried out another round of military strikes on Iran on Wednesday, targeting sites linked to Tehran's ability to disrupt shipping through the Strait of Hormuz. The attacks came just hours after US President Donald Trump said the temporary agreement to end the conflict was "over." | The US military said the operation was aimed at protecting international shipping through the strategically important Strait of Hormuz after three cargo ships were attacked there on Tuesday. A US official, speaking anonymously to Reuters, said Wednesday's strikes were larger than those carried out a d…
(2026-07-09). US military carries out fresh strikes on Iran, prompting Iran attacks on Kuwait and Bahrain. geo.tv 
Smoke rises at an unknown location following what US Central Command says is a new wave of strikes against Iran on Tuesday after three tankers were hit by projectiles in the Strait of Hormuz, in this still image taken from video released July 7, 2026. — ReutersUS military conducting…
(2026-07-09). US, Iran exchange fire as mediators scramble to de-escalate. newarab.com 
Welcome, | Here are the key updates: | Iran claims attacks on US forces in Bahrain and Kuwait after the US attacked Iranian cities for a second consecutive night, with reports saying at least 14 people were killed by the US attacks on Iran.
| Iranian FM Abbas Araghchi held talks with his Omani and Turkish counterparts to discuss developments in the Strait of Hormuz and potential de-escalation
| Iran's slain Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei will be buried in his hometown of Mashhad today, after millions attended funeral processions in the Iraq's Najaf and Karbala
| Israel continues attacks on Gaza and…
(2026-07-09). Hormuz, nuclear dispute: Key issues behind US-Iran new attacks. newarab.com 
The latest military tit-for-tat between the The two sides exchanged attacks on Wednesday and Thursday…
(2026-07-09). U.S. Navy's "Killer" Submarine Participating in World's Largest Naval War Game Off the Coast of Hawaii. covertactionmagazine.com As the Trump administration and the U.S. Congress continue to ramp up rhetoric of "China is our enemy," 2026 is the 30th year that the United States has organized the largest naval war practice in the world, called Rim of the Pacific (RIMPAC). For 37 days from June 24 through July 31, the RIMPAC war "games" …
(2026-07-09). China has saved the global oil market amid Trump's war on Iran. thecanary.co 
A prominent oil analyst has claimed that China's dramatic reduction in crude oil imports since the US/Israel war of choice on Iran helped prevent a full-blown global energy shock. Real demand for oil plateauing in China In an interview with German DW, oil analyst Rory Johnston said: Chinese crude oil imports fell by roughly 40- […] | By
(2026-07-08). China calls on U.S., Iran to implement MoU, refrain from resorting to force. ecns.cn China has called on the U.S. and Iran to fully implement the signed memorandum of understanding, resolve disputes through dialogue and negotiations, and refrain from resorting to force, Foreign Ministry spokesperson Mao Ning said on Wednesday in response to the latest exchange of attacks between the two countries.
(2026-07-09). US strikes strategic railway bridge linking Iran to China: What to know. al-monitor.com The railway bridge also links Tehran and other southern cities to Mashhad, where large crowds are gathering for the burial ceremony on Thursday of Ayatollah Ali Khamenei.
(2026-07-09). Why Has the US-Iran War Restarted with Fresh Stockpiles—and Who Benefits Most? thinktank.pk The fragile pause in the US-Iran conflict appears to have ended. Fresh waves of American airstrikes against Iranian military infrastructure and Iran's retaliatory attacks on US-linked facilities in Bahrain and Kuwait indicate that both countries have entered a new phase of warfare—not one driven by immediate territorial conquest, but by strategic endurance. Recent military operations …
(2026-07-09). Headlines for July 9, 2026. democracynow.org Trump Renews Threat to Commit War Crimes as U.S. Bombs Iran for Second Day, Assassinated Supreme Leader Khamenei to Be Laid to Rest in Iran After Multiday Funeral, Israel Kills School Principal, Her Mother and Two Other Civilians in Lebanon Strike, Israeli Strikes on Gaza Kill 9, Including Driver Delivering Food for U.S. Charity, Israeli Soldier Shares Evidence of Torture on Social Media, Amnesty Asks U.S. to Secure Release of Gaza Doctor Following Reports of Torture in Israeli Jails, Trump Says Ukraine Can Manufacture Its Own Patriot Missiles, Maine Democrats Plan Nominating Convention as Graham Platner Suspends…
(2026-07-09). Ceasefire wavers as attacks between US and Iran in Gulf continue. newarab.com 
Welcome, | Here are the key updates: | Iran claims attacks on US forces in Bahrain and Kuwait after the US attacked Iranian cities for a second consecutive night, with reports saying at least 14 people were killed by the US attacks on Iran.
| Iran's slain Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei will be buried in his hometown of Mashhad today, after millions attended funeral processions in the Iraq's Najaf and Karbala
| Israel continues attacks on Gaza and Lebanon, killing at least eight people in the Palestinian territory and two in southern Lebanon overnight
(2026-07-09). Iran to bury Khamenei in Mashhad as US ramps up strikes. geo.tv 
People attend a funeral procession for Iran's late Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, who was killed on February 28 in Israeli and US air strikes, in Karbala, Iraq, July 8, 2026. — ReutersMillions expected to attend funeral in Mashhad.Trump warns Iran of 'much worse'…
(2026-07-09). On-site observation from Tehran. uwidata.com 
By Gàºrkan Demir from Tehran / Iran At the Imam Khomeini Mosalla Mosque For Iran's martyred leader Ali Khamenei and members of his family, who lost their lives in the US and Israeli attacks, the funeral prayer was held on July 5 at the Imam Khomeini Mosalla Mosque in Tehran. After the religious ceremony at …
(2026-07-09). 'They're scum.' F bombs and real bombs. Trump completely outclassed by Iran. asiapacificreport.nz 
COMMENTARY: By Eugene Doyle "They're scum … they're led by sick people and they're vicious, violent people. There's something wrong with them. They're cuckoo. As far as I'm concerned, it's over." Trump said after bombing Iran yesterday and and again today — and threatening to tear up the MOU. The ____-grabbing "Leader of the Free…
(2026-07-09). Why US strikes on Iran rail bridge signal shift in Hormuz conflict. al-monitor.com A US missile strike on the railway bridge linking Iran to Central and East Asia suggests the White House is once again flirting with politically coercive tactics after the June agreement failed to halt Iran's attacks on Hormuz shipping.
(2026-07-09). Why Iran Ceasefire was always going to Break. juancole.com The Conversation) — Less than a month after a ceasefire was signed between the US and Iran, conflict has returned to the Middle East. The peace agreement Donald Trump signed at the palace of Versailles in France on June 18 — which he hailed as Iran's
(2026-07-09). Israel targeted two Canary journalists with stun grenades in south Lebanon. thecanary.co 
Zahra — a Lebanese citizen from the south of Lebanon — was on her balcony, pouring coffee, telling two journalists — one British, one Lebanese — what it is like to live in a town which has now become inside Israel's yellow line of occupation, and why she can't leave. Then BANG!! An Israeli drone […] | By
(2026-07-09). Amnesty Calls for War Crimes Probe as Israel Is "Wiping Out Families" in Lebanon. truthout.org Amnesty International on Thursday demanded a war crimes investigation into Israeli airstrikes in southern Lebanon, which the human rights watchdog described as "wiping out families." The strikes in question took place in March and killed 24 civilians, including 12 children, in neighborhoods in the cities of Tyre, Saida, and Nabatieh. Amnesty said it has gathered enough evidence to… |
(2026-07-09). Lebanon to attend Rome talks only if Israel leaves 'pilot' zones. newarab.com 
Lebanon demands Israel's withdrawal from two "pilot zones" in the south as a condition for participating in the next round of direct negotiations in Rome next week, a diplomatic source familiar with the talks told AFP on Wednesday. | The two sides had previously met for five rounds of US-sponsored talks in Washington aimed at ending the war between Israel and Lebanese militant group Hezbollah and paving the way for peace. | They recently reached a framework agreement that calls for Hezbollah's disarmament and a gradual Israeli withdrawal from occupied Lebanese territory while Lebanon's army deploys into "pilot zo…
(2026-07-09). US to guide Israeli pullout from Lebanon zones, lead new talks. newarab.com 
The United States will oversee the A US official said that new talks between Israel and Lebanon would go ahead next week, after a diplomatic source earlier told AFP that Lebanon had demanded an Israeli pullout from the zones before taking part. | Under a framework agreement reached on June 26, Israel will gradually withdraw from areas of southern Lebanon where it ha…
(2026-07-09). DOES THE TAIL WAG THE DOG? IMPLAUSIBLE DENIABILITY AND THE FOMENTING OF ANTI-SEMITISM. indybay.org Fomenting historicd anti-semitism while justifying genocide…
(2026-07-09). Irish football bosses continue Israel appeasement with vote to fulfil fixtures. thecanary.co 
The Football Association of Ireland (FAI) has taken a fresh step towards historic ignominy by pushing through a vote to fulfil its Nations League fixtures against the genocidal apartheid entity of 'Israel'. In a statement, the FAI explained: At an Extraordinary General Meeting on Wednesday, July 8th, members were asked to vote on the following […] | By
(2026-07-09). Trump's Portfolio Has Directly Benefited From His Global Military Escalations. truthout.org Brokers representing President Donald Trump purchased between $9.7 million and $24.3 million in stocks from a dozen arms manufacturers and other Pentagon contractors in 2025, including Palantir, Lockheed Martin, and General Dynamics, according to an RS analysis of a new financial disclosure released by the president last week. The disclosure comes as the Trump administration launches new… |
(2026-07-09). Homicide by Asphyxiation: What Happened to Geraldo Lunas Campos, Who Died in a Texas ICE Jail? democracynow.org 
The family of Geraldo Lunas Campos is suing over the 55-year-old Cuban immigrant's death at an ICE detention center in Texas earlier this year, with a local coroner ruling his death a homicide from asphyxia. The Department of Homeland Security said Lunas Campos had attempted suicide, but witnesses said he died after being restrained by multiple guards. The family's lawsuit names four guards and multiple private companies overseeing the jail. | Perla Trevizo, a reporter with the ProPublica-Texas Tribune investigative unit, says Lunas Campos had a history of mental health issues and that he had complain…
(2026-07-09). Trump afloja relación con aliados y juega la carta de la unidad en la OTAN. cubadebate.cu Donald Trump ofreció a los aliados de la OTAN un inesperado y cálido abrazo cuando este miércoles concluyeron una cumbre clave, después de haber arremetido contra los socios europeos reprochándoles la falta de ayuda en la guerra contra Irán.
(2026-07-09). Trump decide retirar a Siria de la lista de países patrocinadores del terrorismo. cubadebate.cu "Prometí eliminar todas las barreras que le impiden reconstruir su país, y muy pronto podrá hacerlo por fin", escribió Trump en una carta dirigida a Sharaa. "Contamos con empresas estadunidenses dispuestas a invertir en Siria y a ayudar a que su país sea más grande y próspero que nunca", añadió.
(2026-07-09). Constata Díaz-Canel novedosas soluciones energéticas y constructivas. cubadebate.cu El Primer Secretario del Comité Central del Partido Comunista y Presidente de la República, Miguel Díaz-Canel Bermúdez, visitó este miércoles, en La Habana, entidades de la industria cubana dedicadas a soluciones energéticas y constructivas para contribuir al desarrollo sostenible del país y a la defensa.
(2026-07-09). Reportan nueva oleada de misiles iraníes sobre Oriente Medio. cubadebate.cu Fuertes explosiones se han reportado durante la noche de este miércoles en varios países de Oriente Medio, como producto del lanzamiento de misiles por parte de Irán. Se escucharon varias explosiones en Baréin. Los sistemas de defensa aérea del país se activaron para interceptar los misiles iraníes.
(2026-07-09). More than 400 bronze artifacts from Eurasian civilizations on display in central China. ecns.cn The "Bronze Masters: Eurasian Bronze Art Exhibition" opened Wednesday at the Henan Museum, featuring more than 400 artifacts from 12 cultural institutions in China and Italy.
(2026-07-09). Israel murders Palestinian aid official who organised Gaza World Cup screenings. thecanary.co 
Israel has responded to the Egyptian football team manager's comments of support for Gaza by murdering Palestinian Mohamed Fawaz al-Wahidi — Egypt's organiser of World Cup match screenings in Gaza. The 7 July 2026 murder came just before Egypt's match against Argentina, where many believe the Egyptians were cheated out of a historic win. Israel […] | By
(2026-07-09). The troubled history of Palestine's only known energy resource. newarab.com 
(2026-07-09). Photos: Israeli attacks kill nine people, including two children, in Gaza. aljazeera.com Israeli air attacks and gunfire kill nine Palestinians in Gaza despite ceasefire, medics say.
(2026-07-09). As Dr. Hussam Abu Safiya's life is in "immediate danger" UN inquiry commission calls for Gaza doctor's release. thecanary.co 
Dr. Hussam Abu Safiya, 52, paediatrician and director of Gaza's Kamal Adwan Hospital, has been imprisoned without charge since 27 December 2024. The Israeli occupation has beaten and tortured him, and kept him in solitary confinement on a regular basis. Now the UN Independent International Commission of Inquiry on the Occupied Palestinian Territory has called […] | By
(2026-07-09). UK pledges more medical evacuations for children in Gaza. newarab.com 
The UK-based charity " Children Not Numbers co-founder and co-director Sumaya Al-Wazzani told TNA that the commitment came during a recent meeting with UK Minister for the Middle East Hamish Falconer at the Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office. | The meeting followed a request from the organisation, which, Al-Wazzani noted, offered the British government "to wor…
(2026-07-09). Under guise of relief, Pentagon deploys 2,000 troops to Venezuela, securing semicolonial foothold. wsws.org Two weeks after twin earthquakes left thousands dead and tens of thousands missing, the Pentagon has deployed 2,000 troops to seize control of Venezuela's main airport and port in the latest step to consolidate semicolonial control.
(2026-07-09). Venezuela earthquake death toll rises to 3,811 as govt seeks frozen funds. geo.tv 
(2026-07-09). Palau's President warns of rising nuclear anxiety in the Pacific, after China missile test. asiapacificreport.nz 
By Johnny Blades of RNZ Pacific Palau's President Surangel Whipps Jr says countries of the wider Pacific region need to work together to reduce geopolitical tensions and the risk of nuclear conflict. This comes after China's test launch of a nuclear-capable ballistic missile with a dummy warhead into the South Pacific on Monday. Beijing said…
(2026-07-09). Why is the cryptocurrency market slumping? aljazeera.com Bitcoin is falling, yet cryptocurrency is spreading beyond investing into politics, sanctions and global finance.
(2026-07-09). US court rules that Trump's name must stay off Kennedy Center during appeal. aljazeera.com Trump's name was removed from the centre's facade and signage last month, after a judge ordered its removal.
(2026-07-08). Xi calls for advancing Chinese modernization through sci-tech innovation. ecns.cn Over the past two years, China has achieved a string of remarkable sci-tech breakthroughs, including Chang'e-6 completing humanity's first-ever sample return from the moon's far side, smart robots and drones making strides in both R&D and industrial application, innovative drugs leaping from imitation and follow-on research to world-first development, as well as domestically-bred crop varieties covering over 95 percent of the country's farmland.
(2026-07-09). World Cup: France vs Morocco prediction, schedule, Hakimi vs Mbappe rivalry. aljazeera.com Hakimi meets Mbappe as France face Morocco in the opening World Cup quarterfinal, with Opta backing Les Bleus to win.
(2026-07-09). Palantir Co-Founder Peter Thiel and Reform UK's Cambridge University Recruitment Pipeline Project Revealed. bylinetimes.com 
With luminaries from Erasmus and Isaac Newton to Alan Turing to Stephen Hawking, Cambridge University has always framed itself as a centre of scientific advance, progress, and the Enlightenment. | It was famed for its rationalism and Puritanism, putting principle above power, compared to its great rival, Oxford, which became the royalist capital during the English Civil War. | Since then, Oxford has been the traditional pipeline to national politics. Thirteen of the UK's 18 post-war prime ministers were educated there, including David Cameron and Boris Johnson, contemporaries at the infamous hard-drinking Bull…
(2026-07-09). Do fans still trust referees and VAR at the World Cup? aljazeera.com Do fans still trust referees and VAR at the World Cup?>
(2026-07-09). Solar Tax Credits: 1978—2026 (never enough). wattsupwiththat.com "Nothing is so permanent as a temporary government program."
| — Milton and Rose Friedman, Tyranny of the Status Quo (1983), 115.
(2026-07-09). Democrats Threaten Lawsuit If Trump Tries to "Restart" Iran War. truthout.org Democratic Sen. Tim Kaine (Virginia) has suggested that lawmakers may sue President Donald Trump if he attempts to "restart" the U.S. war on Iran — a threat that comes as the war appears to have amped up in recent days. Both the House of Representatives and the Senate have passed War Powers Act resolutions intended to restrict Trump from continuing the war (although the Senate voted to… |
(2026-07-09). World Cup puts giant pandas in global spotlight. ecns.cn FIFA World Cup has come to Mexico — and giant pandas have once again become part of the global celebration.
(2026-07-09). Albania's Flamingo Revolution: Protests Against Kushner-Trump Luxury Resort Could Bring Down Gov't. democracynow.org 
Plans for a luxury resort in an ecologically sensitive area have set off more than a month of protests in Albania, where thousands have taken to the streets to oppose the megaproject backed by Ivanka Trump and Jared Kushner. The Flamingo Revolution — named for its feared impact on migratory birds — began as an environmental protest but has now turned into anger at the entire political system, threatening to bring down the government of Prime Minister Edi Rama. | For more, we speak with two members of the left-wing Là´vizja Bashkà´ party who call the planned resort a "money laundering…
(2026-07-09). Cashew capitalism — part one. mronline.org 
How colonial extraction became Guinea‚ÄëBissau's permanent bondage.
(2026-07-09). SOAS 2's Sarah Cotte walks free but will face September retrial. thecanary.co 
Sarah Cotte, one of the 'SOAS 2' defendants accused of supporting a banned group, has walked free from the Old Bailey but faces a retrial in September. The judge discharged the jury in the first trial on 1 July after jurors refused to convict, but decided yesterday that Cotte would face a retrial, also at […] | By
(2026-07-09). AI Is Turbocharging Bosses' Efforts to Spy on Their Workers. truthout.org In March, The Lever reported that the U.S. Department of Agriculture had hired the infamous software company Palantir to implement its controversial return-to-office directive, warning that the contract could bring surveillance technology — commonly referred to as "Bossware" — to the federal workforce. Days later, those suspicions were confirmed. A published disclosure reveals that the… |
(2026-07-09). Is a Pakistani Cargo Plane Really Downed by a U.S. Strike? thinktank.pk In recent days, social media platforms including X (formerly Twitter), Facebook, Telegram, and YouTube have been flooded with sensational claims alleging that a Pakistani cargo aircraft was shot down by a U.S. military strike. Many posts further claimed that the incident was linked to ongoing regional tensions and secret military operations. These claims quickly gained …
(2026-07-09). Yan'an apples exported to Uzbekistan for first time. ecns.cn Two shipments of Yan'an apples, totaling 39.7 metric tons, have been exported to Uzbekistan for the first time after clearing customs, marking a new milestone for the renowned fruit's overseas expansion, Xi'an Customs said Thursday.
(2026-07-09). Sunday 7/12: The Struggle & Lessons Of California Farmworkers' History & The Relevance Today. indybay.org Unitarian Universalist Society of S.F. | 1187 Franklin St. San Francisco…
(2026-07-08). Magnitude 4.8 earthquake strikes Sichuan. ecns.cn A 4.8-magnitude earthquake struck Gaoxian County in Yibin City, southwest China's Sichuan Province, at 7: 44 a.m. on Thursday, according to the China Earthquake Networks Center (CENC).
(2026-07-09). Joburg working with Treasury to resolve challenges. sanews.gov.za Joburg working with Treasury to resolve challenges | City of Johannesburg (CoJ) Mayor Dada Morero has assured city residents that the municipality is working with National Treasury to resolve its challenges. ⚪ This after the municipality, along with 68 others, had their
(2026-07-09). Telstra outage reveals a dangerous gap in digital resilience. independentaustralia.net 
(2026-07-09). World Collegiate Weiqi Championship debuts at Chinese mainland university. ecns.cn The opening ceremony of the 10th World Collegiate Weiqi Championship was held at Fudan University's Handan Campus in Shanghai on Wednesday, marking the first time the tournament has been hosted by a Chinese mainland university.
(2026-07-09). 40 Epstein-Tied Billionaires Have Injected $1.6B Into US Elections, Report Finds. truthout.org Billionaires with ties to Jeffrey Epstein have spent nearly $1.6 billion on influencing U.S. elections since the Supreme Court's Citizens United decision unleashed a deluge of such spending on the electoral system, a new report finds, demonstrating the vast power over politics held by the so-called Epstein class. Americans for Tax Fairness Action Fund reveals in a new report Thursday that 40… |
(2026-07-09). B'Tselem report exposes routine killings by "Israel" against Palestinian children. thecanary.co 
A new B'Tselem report examines the Israeli occupation's killing of Palestinian children in the occupied West Bank, with special emphasis on 2025. The report provides a stark overview of the brute force Israel uses to maim and kill Palestine's youth. Titled — Unshielded Childhood: Palestinian children and teenagers killed by Israel in the West Bank […] | By
(2026-07-09). Chery opens auto plant in South Africa. ecns.cn Chinese automaker Chery has opened a new vehicle plant in Rosslyn, near Pretoria, marking its shift from vehicle imports to local manufacturing in South Africa.
(2026-07-09). Five provinces removed from load reduction schedule. sanews.gov.za Five provinces removed from load reduction schedule | At least five of South Africa's nine provinces are load reduction-free following the implementation of Eskom's nationwide Load Reduction Eradication Programme. | Since the launch of the programme in September last year, some 1.1 million South Africans have been removed from load reduction schedules, representing some 65% of the power utility's eradication target. | Provinces eliminated from load reduction are Mpumalanga, joining the Western Cape, Northern Cape, Free State and North West, with national eradication targeted by March 2027. | "The achievement refl…
(2026-07-09). Thea Riofrancos: The New World Climate Order. newleftreview.org An interview about the new parameters of climate politics, with the breakdown of global consensus. As the EU re-opens coal-fired plants and the US shuts down wind farms, China gouges the earth to churn out cheap green-energy products—and is met by anti-extractivist protestors.
(2026-07-09). China unveils guideline to modernize retail industry by 2030. ecns.cn Chinese authorities have released a guideline to accelerate innovation in the retail sector, with the goal of building a modern retail system and fostering a number of globally competitive retail enterprises by 2030.
(2026-07-09). Digital art exhibition on traditional Chinese music opens in Beijing. ecns.cn A digital art exhibition on traditional Chinese music opened at the China Millennium Monument in Beijing on Wednesday, using digital technology to present China's musical heritage through immersive visual and interactive displays.
(2026-07-09). China ready to maintain long-term ties with Britain amid fruitful exchanges: official. ecns.cn China stands ready to work with Britain on the basis of mutual respect, equality, and mutual benefit to maintain the sound and long-term development of bilateral relations, Xinhua News Agency cited a Chinese diplomat as saying on Wednesday.
(2026-07-09). Ministry urges cities to prepare for Typhoon Bavi and worsening flood risks. ecns.cn China's housing ministry has ordered local governments to strengthen urban drainage and flood control measures as Typhoon Bavi approaches and northern China enters a critical stage of the flood season.
(2026-07-09). JEFF MCMULLEN: Trump attacks the enemy within. independentaustralia.net 
(2026-07-09). China sets urban employment, social security targets for next five years. ecns.cn China on Thursday released its human resources and social security development plan for the 2026-2030 period (2026-2030), setting targets to maintain stable urban employment and expand social security coverage over the next five years.
(2026-07-09). Tuesday 8/11: Christians for a Free Palestine Community Call. indybay.org Online | actionnetwork.org/events/cfp-community-c……
(2026-07-09). Blobfest, Patti Labelle, Dave Matthews Band, Ben Franklin Bridge's Birthday Party and more in this week's 'Things To Do'. whyy.org July 9 – July 12: K.C. and the Sunshine Band in Del., Blobfest in the Philly burbs, and Dave Matthews Band in South Jersey are among weekend event highlights. | File photo: Patti LaBelle performs during CMT Smashing Glass on Thursday, Oct. 26, 2023, in Nashville, Tenn. The pre-taped show airs Nov. 15. (AP Photo/George Walker IV)…
(2026-07-09). Steering committee to accelerate R14.9bn Vaal-Gamagara water project. sanews.gov.za Steering committee to accelerate R14.9bn Vaal-Gamagara water project | Water and Sanitation Deputy Minister David Mahlobo has announced plans to establish a political steering committee to track progress on Phase 2 of the R14.9 billion Vaal-Gamagara Bulk Water Supply Scheme (VGBWSS), currently under implementation in the Northern Cape. ⚪ Mahlobo made the announcement after meeting various stakeholders in Kathu on Tuesday, alongside Northern Cape MEC for Cooperative Governance, Human Settlements and Traditional Affairs, Bentley Vass, and Gamagara Local Municipality Executive Mayor Johannes Roman. ⚪ The meeting b…
(2026-07-09). China issues blue alert for heavy rain across multiple regions. ecns.cn China's National Meteorological Center on Wednesday renewed a blue alert for heavy rain, warning that downpours will affect multiple regions across the country over the next 24 hours.
(2026-07-09). Insights | 'Foreign special envoy' marvels at 'sweet miracle' in Chinese village. ecns.cn Several months ago, Australian Sinologist Roland Boer shared these reflections on social media after learning of how century-old sugarcane cultivation had been transformed into fortune-making sugarcane industry in Songxi, a county in Fujian Province nestled along the Songxi River at the foot of Zhanlu Mountain.
(2026-07-09). Cell behind Damascus bombings in custody, Syria says. al-monitor.com July 9 (Reuters) – Syrian Interior Minister Anas Khattab said the cell responsible for what he called "terrorist" bombings that targeted Damascus on Tuesday was now in custody, Syrian TV reported on Thursday.Khattab said authorities would reveal the identities of the cell's members, their roles and all their links after investigations were completed, it added.
(2026-07-09). China In Photo: Buckets turned into lifesaving cradles in Guangxi flood rescues. ecns.cn Firefighters used plastic buckets as makeshift baby cradles when evacuating people in flood-hit areas of south China's Guangxi. | Rescuers gently carried the infants through floodwaters before transferring them to rubber boats.
(2026-07-09). India opposition party alleges vendetta after account freeze. geo.tv 
West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee, leader of Trinamool Congress , speaks during a press conference. — Reuters$46m frozen in accounts as part of money-laundering probe.Financial crimes agency says probing illegal transactions. TMC says all funds "fully and transparently…
(2026-07-08). Dismembered body found floating off Japan's Yokohama park identified as Chinese woman. ecns.cn Japanese Police in Yokohama City have identified the dismembered upper half of a woman's body found floating off a popular waterfront park in Yokohama last year as a 45-year-old Chinese national.
(2026-07-09). Turkey's Erdogan gives NATO leaders revolvers after summit. newarab.com 
Belgium's prime minister was a little surprised on landing back home from Wednesday's After NATO leaders gathered for Wednesday's fractious summit in Ankara, their host, Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan, handed each an unusual parting gift: a vintage revolver, along with live ammunition indicating it was not just for show. | Erdogan wanted…
(2026-07-09). Did Trump finally drop the 'pacifist' act. infobrics.org True "peace candidates" in American politics are almost all gone, replaced by warmongers with megaphones and dangerously inflated delusions of grandeur. The question arises — is Trump one of them?>
(2026-07-09). Australia employment growth continues into mid-2026. independentaustralia.net 
(2026-07-09). China's NEV market logs steady growth in H1. ecns.cn China's new energy vehicle (NEV) sector maintained steady growth in production, sales and exports in the first half of 2026, according to data from the China Association of Automobile Manufacturers (CAAM) on Thursday.
(2026-07-09). Cambodia to reintroduce wild tigers after 20-year absence. ecns.cn Cambodia will bring back wild tigers to its wilderness next year, ending a roughly two-decade absence of the big cats in the country.
(2026-07-09). Another mosque attack goes ignored by politicians MSM. thecanary.co 
UK politicians and 'mainstream' media are ignoring yet another Islamophobic attack at a UK mosque. In the latest in a string of attacks treated with indifference by the establishment, an elderly man was assaulted and subjected to racist abuse outside Noor Ul Islam Mosque in the Leyton area of London. The victim was hospitalised by […] | By
(2026-07-09). UK gov sued over antisemitism misuse to stifle Palestine support. newarab.com 
(2026-07-09). Black Myth: Wukong Global Concert makes North American debut in Los Angeles. ecns.cn The North American premiere of the Black Myth: Wukong Global Concert was held at the Peacock Theater in Los Angeles on Tuesday evening, drawing thousands of audience members, Xinhua News Agency reported.
(2026-07-09). World Cup boosts travel demand among Chinese fans. ecns.cn The 2026 FIFA World Cup is driving a rise in travel demand among Chinese tourists, with many football fans extending their trips and exploring destinations beyond the tournament's host cities, according to data from Airbnb.
(2026-07-08). Hong Kong launches cycling challenge equivalent to 30 laps around Earth. ecns.cn A press conference and kick-off ceremony for the large-scale smart cycling event "Ride-To-Shine Hong Kong" was held in Hong Kong on Wednesday, officially launching a 1.2-million-kilometer cycling challenge.
(2009-07-26). PM Shehbaz arrives in Quetta for high-level security meeting. tribune.com.pk 
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif arrived in Quetta on Thursday for a day-long visit to chair a high-level meeting on the law and order situation in Balochistan, the Prime Minister's Office (PMO) said. | According to a PMO post on X, the prime minister was received on arrival by Balochistan Governor Jaffar Khan Mandokhail, Chief Minister Sarfraz Bugti, and senior civil and military officials. | Economic Affairs Minister Ahad Khan Cheema, Information Minister Attaullah Tarar, and Adviser to the Prime Minister Rana Sanaullah are accompanying him during the visit, the PMO added. | ⁄©Ÿàÿ&pa…
(2026-07-09). 'Directly enslaving at least 26 people': New report details Caesar Rodney's slaveholding amid debate over statue's fate. whyy.org 
What are journalists missing from the state of Delaware? What would you most like WHYY News to cover? The Black men, women and children who Delaware statesman Caesar Rodney owned had been aggravating him in the spring of 1776. | "From their past vile misbehavior they have no right to expect any favour or partiallity for them at my hands," the plantation owner wrote to his brother after some of the enslaved people were worried they would be sold and their families torn apart. | Rodney, a wealthy lawmaker and militia leader, and future president of the Delaware colony, added i…
(2026-07-09). Jingdezhen's porcelain heritage draws artists from around the world. ecns.cn The 2026 Congress of the International Academy of Ceramics is being held in Jingdezhen, east China's Jiangxi Province, bringing together artists and experts from around the world to discuss the future of ceramic art.
(2026-07-09). Why Palestine is rewriting the Rules of domestic US Politics. juancole.com ( However, the high-stakes vote never actually hap…
(2026-07-09). 'Exclusively peaceful purposes': India clinches pact for Australian uranium supply. geo.tv 
Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi meets Australian counterpart Anthony Albanese in Melbourne on July 9, 2026. — X/ @narendramodi
(2026-07-09). Mainland spokesperson condemns DPP for restricting cross-Strait exchanges. ecns.cn A Chinese mainland spokesperson on Wednesday criticized Taiwan authorities for misrepresenting the mainland's efforts to promote cross-Strait ties and hindering normal exchanges.
(2026-07-09). China's June CPI rises 1% as food prices decline. ecns.cn China's consumer prices rose 1% in June from a year earlier, official data showed Thursday, as food prices continued to decline.
(2026-07-08). Philippines' territorial expansion attempts undermine int'l legal system. ecns.cn The Philippines' territorial expansion attempts undermine the international legal system and pose a threat to regional peace and stability as well as…
(2026-07-08). Rescue efforts underway in Guangxi's Hengzhou after typhoon triggers flooding. ecns.cn Rescue operations are continuing in Hengzhou, Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region, after Typhoon Maysak brought record rainfall to the area, causing a reservoir to breach and triggering widespread flooding.
(2026-07-09). Massachusetts nurses strike Mass General Brigham in largest healthcare walkout in state history. wsws.org More than 4,500 nurses and clinicians walked off the job Wednesday morning at Mass General Brigham (MGB), the largest private hospital system in Massachusetts, in the largest strike of healthcare workers in the state's history and the first by nurses at Brigham and Women's Hospital (BWH).
(2026-07-09). 'Shoot me, Just let my son pass': Final moments of Palestinian Ahmad Zaid. aljazeera.com Three-month-old boy in critical condition dies after Israeli forces block his access to an ambulance.
(2026-07-09). Mamdani, Tlaib Reup Call to Abolish ICE After Killing of Lorenzo Salgado Araujo. truthout.org Progressive politicians and advocates have reignited calls for the abolition of Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) after an ICE agent shot and killed a man in Houston, Lorenzo Salgado Araujo, on Tuesday. Politicians like New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani and Representatives Rashida Tlaib (D-Michigan) and Delia C. Ramirez (D-Illinois) called to abolish the agency after Salgado Araujo's… |
(2026-07-09). The nine energy questions that could decide America's future. onlineopinion.com.au Economies run on transportation, thus logical questions to California political leaders that will expose their energy literacy.
(2026-07-09). Seven companies placed on blacklist following investigation. sanews.gov.za Seven companies placed on blacklist following investigation | Transnet Port Terminals (TPT) has blacklisted seven companies implicated in serious unethical and unlawful conduct. ⚪ This after the company, assisted by the Special Investigating Unit, conducted forensic investigations which uncovered financial misconduct, kickback schemes, bribery, theft of company assets, collusion and the submission of false information. ⚪ Disciplinary action has also been taken against officials at the State-Owned Entity (SOE) who colluded with the companies. | TPT Chief Executive, Jabu Mdaki said: "Transnet Port Terminals remai…
(2026-07-08). China launches summer tourism campaign with $66 million in consumer vouchers. ecns.cn China launched a nationwide summer culture and tourism consumption campaign Wednesday, offering more than 450 million yuan ($66 million) in consumer vouchers to boost travel and spending during the summer holiday season.
(2026-07-09). WHYY Newscast for Thursday 6:00 a.m. whyy.org The latest local headlines from WHYY…
(2026-07-09). Ismael Saibari goes from doctors' diagnoses to making World Cup history. thecanary.co 
At World Cup tournaments, there are players who score goals, and there are players who create moments that remain etched in the tournament's memory for decades. When it comes to Ismael Saibari, he has done both. At the 2026 World Cup, the Moroccan international was not merely one of the tournament's stars; he became the […] | By
(2026-07-09). Doing The Opposite: Studies Show Gigantic Wind Farms Significantly Warm The Night. wattsupwiththat.com Proponents of the energy transition often ignore or conceal the negative local climate impacts of wind turbines. Report24 references a 2012 study published in Nature Climate Change by Liming Zhou and his research team, which investigated the impact of large wind farms on land surface temperatures in Texas.
(2026-07-09). Keiko Fujimori declared Peru's president: imperialism, institutional collapse, and the tasks of the working class. wsws.org Fujimori's rise to power unfolds against a backdrop of open US imperialist intervention, a decade of accelerating institutional collapse and intense social crisis.
(2026-07-09). H5N1 "Bird Flu" spreads to Australia. wsws.org The 2021—24 surge also saw over 100 human infections, and 10 deaths, with most cases in the United States and Cambodia.
(2026-07-09). Graham Platner Ends Senate Bid Following Slew of Sexual Assault Allegations. truthout.org Graham Platner, the Democratic nominee for U.S. senator in Maine, formally suspended his campaign on Wednesday night after he lost support from virtually every Democrat who had once backed him, following a series of rape and sexual abuse allegations against him. Platner announced his decision in a video on social media. "We believe that for the movement to continue it can't be me — and… |
(2026-07-09). The next PM must act on the interim Timms Report and scrap the DWP's PIP assessment system. thecanary.co 
On 9 July, the interim Timms Review branded Personal Independence Payments (PIP) "not fit for purpose". The news comes as the Labour Party searches for a new leader, and a new UK prime minister, to boot. Right now, Andy Burnham looks like a shoo-in — and he's got a golden opportunity to scrap PIP as […] | By
(2026-07-09). Inside King's College London's crackdown on pro-Palestine students. aljazeera.com King's College London, which has ties to the defence industry, has disciplined at least 26 students in two years.
(2026-07-09). Burnham faces calls for tougher UK action on Israel, settlements. newarab.com 
(2026-07-09). Thursday 7/9: Calling Party for Dr. Hussam Abu Safiya! indybay.org Zoom | www.codepink.org/cp79…
(2026-07-09). 'Double cross, first class': Why India's Modi wins so many foreign awards. aljazeera.com The prime minister was presented with an award during a visit to the Seychelles, adding to his large trophy collection.
(2026-07-09). EHRC Code protests across country on 9 July. thecanary.co 
On 9 July at 6pm there will be protests across England and Scotland against the new Equality and Human Rights Commission (EHRC) Code of Practice. It leaves trans people with even fewer rights than before the Supreme Court judgment in April 2025. The EHRC Code of Practice was laid before parliament on 21 May for […] | By
(2026-07-09). China & Namibia: Milestones of cooperation. ecns.cn China and Namibia established diplomatic relations in 1990, and since then bilateral ties have developed steadily. In 2018, the two countries elevated their relationship to a comprehensive strategic and cooperative partnership.
(2026-07-09). Trump to ask US Supreme Court for new hearing on birthright citizenship. aljazeera.com In June, the Supreme Court ruled against Trump's order to end birthright citizenship for individuals born in the US.
(2026-07-09). Thursday 7/9: Power Hour – Freedom for Dr. Hussam Abu Safiya. indybay.org Online | form.jotform.com/261884447970168…
(2026-07-09). Fiji military commander publicly denounces budget cut. wsws.org In the fragile Pacific country shaped by repeated coups, the general's public interventions are a blunt reminder that the military remains ultimately in charge.
(2026-07-09). Iraq finds $10m hidden in storm drain in oil corruption probe. newarab.com 
(2026-07-09). Hainan duty-free sales jump 18.8% in first half of 2026. ecns.cn Duty-free sales in China's island province of Hainan rose 18.8% in the first six months of 2026 from a year earlier, customs data showed Tuesday.
(2026-07-09). Australia's property obsession is ending. The next generation of wealth builders is already looking elsewhere. onlineopinion.com.au What happens when Australia's favourite investment stops making financial sense?
(2026-07-09). Katie Ebner-Landy: Norm Smuggling? newleftreview.org Katie Ebner-Landy on Rahel Jaeggi, Progress and Regression. A critical theorist reformulates the concept of progress as social-reflexive problem-solving.
(2026-07-09). In maps and charts: South Sudan's 15 years of independence. aljazeera.com AJLabs breaks down the 15 years of liberation from Khartoum and the impact on 12 million people.
(2026-07-08). Mount Tai closes as severe weather approaches. ecns.cn The Mount Tai scenic area in east China's Shandong Province closed to visitors Wednesday evening as authorities warned ofof approaching severe convective weather, including thunderstorms, gales, hail, tornadoes and heavy rain, according to the scenic area's management.
(2026-07-09). Refuge data reveals 78% rise in tech and economic abuse referrals. thecanary.co 
Refuge, the UK's largest specialist domestic abuse charity, has recorded a staggering 78% rise in referrals for cases of technology-facilitated abuse and economic abuse. Of these cases, Refuge's frontline team has observed a worrying increase in perpetrators exploiting car finance agreements, putting survivors in significant debt. Between April 2025-March 2026, there were 967 referrals to […] | By
(2026-07-09). The Parallels Between Wahhabism and the Protestant Reformation. muslimskeptic.com The Protestant Reformation of the 16th century called for a return to Christianity based on scripture and the understanding of the early church. Protestants attacked existing religious teachings as new additions and faulted them for often encouraging polytheism. Protestants were particularly concerned with ritual interactions involving saints, dead persons, and relics. Protestants pronounced all other …
(2026-07-09). US Targets Iran Railways as It Unleashes Deluge of Strikes for Third Day. truthout.org The U.S. military has reportedly targeted several key railway lines in Iran in strikes on Thursday, with the U.S. unleashing dozens of strikes after President Donald Trump unilaterally declared the ceasefire "over" the day before. On Thursday, the U.S. struck a railway that connects the capital of Tehran with the city of Mashhad, as well as a railway bridge near the city of Agh Qala in the… |
(2026-07-09). DJI unveils EV50 drone after setting Everest altitude record. ecns.cn Chinese drone maker DJI last Thursday unveiled its EV50 VTOL drone after it reached a record altitude of 8,861 meters, the highest ever achieved by an electric vertical takeoff and landing (eVTOL) drone, during a scientific expedition on Mount Everest.
(2026-07-09). Russian oil painting and drawing exhibition opens in Shenyang. ecns.cn An exhibition of Russian oil paintings and drawings from the 19th and 20th centuries opened at the Shenyang Art Museum on Wednesday, featuring nearly 100 works that showcase the development of Russian painting over the past century.
(2026-07-09). Robert Jenrick joins the list of Reform MPs who took money from convicted fraudsters. thecanary.co 
The Metropolitan Police has now launched a formal investigation into potential wrongdoing following an Electoral Commission investigation into reports that a £37.5k donation to Robert Jenrick's Tory leadership campaign had originated overseas — Reform UK isn't alone. The most troubling detail is that funds said to have been donated by Spott Fitness businessman Phillip Ullmann actually […] | By
(2026-07-09). Friday 7/31: "Desperado: The Real Story" Tales of Rough Frontier Justice. indybay.org Park Hall Community Center | 9400 Mill Street, Ben Lomond, CA 95005…
(2026-07-09). Sunday 7/26: AI: Promise or Peril? A Socialist Feminist Perspective. indybay.org New Valencia Hall, 747 Polk St., San Francisco | (7 blocks from Civic Center BART, near Muni lines 5, 19, 27, 31, 38, and 49) | Also available via Zoom: register at bit.ly/AI-Promise-or-Peril…
(2026-07-09). Statelessness in the region of former Yugoslavia: unfinished nationality rights, legal identity and Roma exclusion. globalvoices.org 
(2026-07-09). Why Does Israel See Türkiye as Its Next Major Strategic Threat? thinktank.pk The debate over a possible US sale of F-35 stealth fighter jets to Türkiye has exposed one of the most significant geopolitical fault lines in the Middle East. Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has openly warned that providing Türkiye with advanced American fighter aircraft could "destroy the balance of power" in the region, reflecting Israel's …
(2026-07-09). Parliament's Standards Watchdog Rejected Complaints About Farage's 'Hidden Property Empire' Months Before Times Exposé. bylinetimes.com Parliament's Standards Commissioner repeatedly rejected complaints from a member of the public, concerning his allegedly hidden property portfolio, Byline Times can reveal. | One complaint concerned Nigel Farage's conflicting statements about a Clacton property he claimed to have bought in his constituency during the 2024 campaign. | The Reform UK leader had told Sky News in November 2024 that he had "bought a house in Clacton" and had "exchanged contracts". But Land Registry data and reporting revealed that the home is in fact owned solely by his partner. | When revelations emerged in September 2025 that it w…
(2026-07-09). "Work more for the same money" —33,000 Mercedes-Benz employees protest in Germany. wsws.org Mercedes is demanding longer working hours and less pay in what amounts to a declaration of war on the workforce.
(2026-07-09). Farage 'routinely' introduced criminal donor Cottrell as 'chief of staff'. thecanary.co 
Scandal-riddled Nigel Farage "routinely" introduced criminal crypto-financier 'Posh' George Cottrell as his "chief of staff", according to new revelations in the Guardian. Cottrell is one of two donors at the centre of the scandal of Farage's massive undeclared donations, which he was legally obliged to report on becoming an MP. Farage is now trying to […] | By
(2026-07-09). Burlington, WI 7th Annual Juneteenth Photos! wibailoutpeople.org 
BCD Racism The photos are here! We're so excited to share the official event photo album from Burlington's 7th Annual Juneteenth Celebration. As we looked through these images, one thing stood out over and over again—joy. Smiles between neighbors. Families making memories. Performers sharing their gifts. Volunteers giving their time. Vendors connecting with the community. …
(2026-07-08). China welcomes more U.S. visitors for bilateral exchanges: spokesperson. ecns.cn China welcomes more Americans to visit for more exchanges, see with their own eyes a true, multi-dimensional and panoramic picture of China and contribute to China-U.S. friendship, Chinese foreign ministry spokesperson Mao Ning said on Wednesday.
(2026-07-09). China launches six-month crackdown on wildlife crimes. ecns.cn China's Ministry of Public Security has launched a nationwide campaign against crimes involving birds and other wildlife, stepping up efforts to combat illegal hunting, trafficking and criminal networks.
(2026-07-08). China-Laos Railway cross-border freight volume tops 20 million metric tons. ecns.cn The China-Laos Railway had carried more than 20 million metric tons of cross-border freight across over 23,000 freight train trips as of Wednesday, CCTV News reported.
(2026-07-09). How Australian businesses got ghosted by Google. independentaustralia.net 
(2026-07-09). Eying 2028, Rahm Emanuel test drives tough love message in Israel. responsiblestatecraft.org Former Mayor of Chicago and potential 2028 Democratic presidential candidate Rahm Emanuel delivered a speech Wednesday at Tel Aviv University that was called a "
(2026-07-08). Chinese hit film 'Dear You' to be released in Thailand in August. ecns.cn Chinese film "Dear You" is about to be released in cinemas across Thailand on Aug. 6, Thai film distributors said on Wednesday.
(2026-07-09). Mainland and Hong Kong to jointly build FIC electronic trading platform. ecns.cn The People's Bank of China, the Hong Kong Monetary Authority, and the Securities and Futures Commission announced a series of new measures on Tuesday to deepen financial cooperation between Hong Kong and the mainland.
(2026-07-09). China issues retail reform plan, targets modern retail system by 2030. ecns.cn China has released a new policy plan aimed at accelerating the modernization of its retail sector, with the goal of building a more innovative, competitive and technology-driven retail system by 2030.
(2026-07-09). Régis Debray: Metamorphoses. newleftreview.org Reflections on having lived the passage from one age to another, as prospects give way to retrospects, pages to screens and time to space. With the close of one century, the onset of the next provides an occasion to take stock of what has been lost—and what gained—in the transition.
(2026-07-09). The horror of life behind bars and police-prison guard brutality. indybay.org Police or prison guard abuse and their brutality of prisoners is rampant!
(2026-07-09). Flood damages Guangxi snake farms, hundreds of snakes escape: village official. ecns.cn Flooding in Hengzhou, south China's Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region, recently damaged a snake farm in Yunbiao Town, allowing hundreds of snakes to escape, Jiupai News, a media outlet in Hubei province, cited a local official as saying.
(2026-07-09). NATO summit examines future of Gulf-Iran security relations. newarab.com 
Although the Arab states that are members of the Istanbul Cooperation Initiative took part in the summit, the developments an…
(2026-07-08). China's highest-capacity full-slewing semi-submersible crane vessel enters service. ecns.cn The Sihang Yongsheng, China's highest-capacity full-slewing semi-submersible crane vessel, was delivered and entered service in Jiangmen, south China's Guangdong Province, on Wednesday, CCTV News reported.
(2026-07-08). China's CPI up 1 pct in June. ecns.cn China's consumer price index (CPI), a main gauge of inflation, rose 1 percent year on year in June, official data showed Thursday.
(2026-07-09). Body of slain Iranian leader Khamenei arrives in Iraq for Najaf and Karbala rites. longwarjournal.org Iraqi elites received the body of slain Iranian Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei as his funeral procession toured Iraq's Shiite holy cities on July 8. Notably, Iraq's top cleric did not say prayers or attend the ceremony due to stated health reasons.
(2026-07-09). ICE Gestapo kills man during traffic stop in Houston. wsws.org As is par for the course, ICE did not provide a shred of evidence corroborating its account of events, echoing numerous fabrications put forward to justify deadly incidents involving Trump's Department of Homeland Security.
(2026-07-09). Saturday 7/11: "Exposed" A Pfizer Scientist Battles Corruption, Lies & Betrayal A Biohazard Whistleblower. indybay.org Adobe Books & Arts Cooperative | 3130 24th St, San Francisco, CA 94110…
(2026-07-09). Would the US protect NATO allies if they were attacked? aljazeera.com This is America: Jim Townsend says he is unsure whether the US would send troops if a NATO ally were attacked.
(2026-07-09). Drones, motorcycles deliver emergency supplies to flood-hit Guangxi residents. ecns.cn Rescue teams use drones and off-road motorcycles to deliver emergency supplies to residents stranded by flooding near the breached Liulanshui Reservoir in Hengzhou, south China's Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region. At temporary shelters, essential supplies, including drinking water, hot meals, and hot water, remained readily available.
(2026-07-09). China's 160 Luxury Tourist Trains by 2030: Russia, Vietnam, Kazakhstan Join Massive Rail Expansion. infobrics.org China plans 160 luxury tourist trains by 2030, integrating Russia, Vietnam, and Kazakhstan into cross-border rail corridors. A strategic shift redefines rail as experiential tourism infrastructure across Eurasia…
(2026-07-09). Anton Jà§ger: Hyperpolitics in Command? newleftreview.org A diagnosis of the scrambled political culture of today's Atlantic elites, with Trump read as symptom as much as cause. Can the concept of hyperpolitics help to decipher the strategic incoherence and foreshortened horizons of the West's fractious ruling-class blocs?
(2026-07-09). More than 170 cultural relics highlight Silk Road exchanges in Guangxi exhibition. ecns.cn A special exhibition titled "From Hepu to Chang'an: Cultural Integration Along the Maritime and Land Silk Roads" opened Wednesday at the Museum of Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region in Nanning.
(2026-07-09). Thursday 7/9: South Africa & ILWU 10-34 Connection & The History and Relevance Today & ILWU6 C&H Strike. indybay.org Henry Schmidt Room | ILWU Local 10 | 400 North Point St. | San Francisco…
(2026-07-09). 60 Hong Kong and Macao students begin summer internships in Hainan. ecns.cn Sixty university students from Hong Kong and Macao began one-month internships across Hainan province on Tuesday as part of the 2026 "Wave-Chasing Program," which aims to promote youth exchanges and career development.
(2026-07-09). 165 MPs have signed a motion to reject the EHRC transphobic Code of Practice. thecanary.co 
The Early Day Motion to reject the Equality and Human Rights Commissions (EHRC) transphobic Code of Practice has now hit 165 signatures. As such, the motion's author — Nottingham East Labour MP Nadia Whittome — has called for equalities minister Bridget Phillipson to withdraw the code. The milestone means that over a quarter of all […] | By
(2026-07-09). How Israel Lost Americans. portside.org How Israel Lost Americans |
(2026-07-08). China targets 25 million reemployed in next 5 years, with urban unemployment below 5.5%. ecns.cn China aims to create a substantial number of urban jobs and keep the urban surveyed unemployment rate below 5.5% over the next five years, according to the 15th Five-Year Plan (2026-30) for human resources and social security development released Thursday.
(2026-07-09). "Demanding the Truth" : Family Wants Answers After ICE Kills Houston Dad Lorenzo Salgado Araujo. democracynow.org 
Immigration and civil rights advocacy groups are demanding an independent investigation into the fatal shooting of Lorenzo Salgado Araujo, a Mexican immigrant and father of three who was killed by ICE agents in Houston on Tuesday morning. Salgado Araujo, who had been living in the United States for nearly 35 years, worked in construction and was starting his day by picking up other workers in Magnolia Park, a historically Latino neighborhood, when ICE agents targeted him. The Department of Homeland Security says Salgado Araujo "weaponized his vehicle" and attempted to ram agents, a claim made in previ…
(2026-07-09). Strangers in the Land: the Chinese in America. cpusa.org 
Every single person should study the history of Chinese experiences in the United States. Michael Luo's The endurance of racism depends in part on the official…
(2026-07-09). Thursday 7/16: Organizing Meeting: No Coal In Oakland! No ICE In The Bay! No Cuts To Healthcare! indybay.org Oakland Peace Center | Shelton Hall | 111 Fairmount Ave, Oakland 94611…
(2026-07-09). Four Ekurhuleni officials arrested during a takedown operation. sanews.gov.za Four Ekurhuleni officials arrested during a takedown operation | The South African Police Service (SAPS) has confirmed that four suspects were arrested overnight by the Commissions Recommendations Task Team during a takedown operation conducted in various parts of Johannesburg. | Suspended Ekurhuleni Metro Police Department (EMPD) Deputy Chief Julius Mkhwanazi was one of those arrested. | "Those arrested include current and former employees of the Ekurhuleni Metropolitan Municipality. The suspects are expected to appear before the Germiston Magistrate's Court this morning," the police said in a statement. | The p…
(2026-07-09). 26 dead, 7 missing after reservoir breach in south China's Guangxi. ecns.cn A reservoir breach in Nanning, south China's Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region, has left 26 people dead and seven others missing, local authorities said on Thursday.
(2026-07-09). The Cure For Despair Is Awe, Wonder, And Humility. thealtworld.com The cure for despair is awe, wonder, and humility. | It is true that there is unfathomable cruelty in this world that will bring you crashing to your knees. And it is true that we are ruled by monsters with deeply entrenched power. | But it is also true that we live in a mysterious universe whose ways are almost entirely unknown to us. And it is also true that we don't really have any idea where humanity's adventure is headed. | We are made of particles too small for our minds to imagine, spinning through an expanse of blackness too vast for our minds to comprehend, because we are naked apes whose fleshy brains w…
(2026-07-09). South Korea's LG Innotek to invest $1 billion in Vietnam chip substrate plant. ecns.cn South Korea's LG Innotek secured official approval for a $1 billion semiconductor substrate factory in Hai Phong, Vietnam, marking the first high-tech project in the city's new free trade zone, as Vietnam strengthens its position in high-value chip packaging supply chains.
(2026-07-09). FIFA World Cup: Refereeing chief denies bias claims in Argentina-Egypt game. aljazeera.com Pierluigi Collina said that such allegations of bias could provoke threats against referees and their families.
(2026-07-09). The mystery SMS campaign asking Lebanese to talk to Israelis. newarab.com 
Digital rights experts have urged Lebanese residents to exercise caution after anonymous text messages invited recipients to join online "dialogue" with Israelis, warning that while the campaign does not appear to be malicious, it could be used to collect personal information from those who engage with it. | The SMS messages, sent on Tuesday evening by a sender identifying itself only as "Peace Talks", invited recipients to join a Zoom meeting described as a "historic conversation between Lebanese and Israeli citizens". | A second message urged people to "break the taboo" by taking part, while another link direct…
(2026-07-09). Interpreting the Fourth Geneva Convention: Insights from a high-level discussion in Brussels. icrc.org Event: Launch of the Updated ICRC Commentary on the Fourth Geneva Convention…
(2026-07-09). America 250 – 160th Buffalo Soldiers Luncheon & National Black Business Month Celebration. indybay.org Buffalo Soldiers rode through the streets of San Francisco protecting President Theodore Roosevelt dedicate Dewey Statue in Union Square. From the SF Presidio gates horses beat steady rhythms into the earth, carrying along the California Buffalo Soldiers Trails toward Yosemite, Kings Canyon and Sequoia National Parks, where they carved trails through ancient silence. Today, known as Brigadier General Charles Young, he led the way as guardians of the giant trees, tended the wild, and left their courage in the granite and the wind.
(2026-07-09). Commission to hear evidence on anti-corruption disclosure reforms. sanews.gov.za Commission to hear evidence on anti-corruption disclosure reforms | The Madlanga Commission of Inquiry will on Thursday hear evidence from an anti-corruption and governance expert on reforms needed to strengthen financial disclosure regimes for senior officials within South Africa's criminal justice system. | The testimony will focus on the effectiveness of existing disclosure requirements applicable to senior officers and whether they are adequate to detect and prevent corruption. | According to Commission spokesperson Jeremy Michaels, the expert will outline reforms aimed at strengthening transparency and accou…
(2026-07-09). Digital exhibition brings ancient Chinese encyclopedia to life. ecns.cn An exhibition showcasing the cultural and creative IP digital library built from the digitized Wensuge Siku Quanshu opened in Lanzhou, Gansu Province, on Wednesday.
(2026-07-09). Pax Silica and the trap of "trusted interdependence" mronline.org 
The question every country in the Global South must ask is simple: who controls, who benefits, and who pays?>
(2026-07-09). How to Trade Gold: Top Tips for This Month. moguldom.com Gold is having one of those stretches where nobody in the market can look away. Prices are still trading close to the $4,100 to $4,200 range after retreating from January's record highs, and the tug of war between the Fed, inflation data, and Middle East headlines keeps flipping sentiment week to week. For anyone with …
(2026-07-09). New Israeli election poll puts Eisenkot ahead of Netanyahu: What to know. al-monitor.com Gadi Eisenkot's Yashar party has now bypassed Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's Likud in the polls, cementing his status as Netanyahu's main opponent.
(2026-07-09). Son of Mexican national who was fatally shot by ICE speaks out. aljazeera.com The son of Mexican man, Lorenzo Salgado Araujo, who was fatally shot by an officer from ICE.
(2026-07-09). Who is Zeynep Sonmez, the Wimbledon with the 'Palestine' watermelon racket? aljazeera.com Turkish tennis player Zeynep Sonmez defies a Wimbledon ban to stand in solidarity with Palestine.
(2026-07-09). Iraq: Photography Award 2026. icrc.org International Committee of the Red Cross & Iraqi Red Crescent Society…
(2026-07-09). Rainbow Warrior bombing by French secret agents remembered 41 years on. asiapacificreport.nz 
MƒÅnawatia a Matariki! Flashback 41 years on: One year ago marking the 40th anniversary of the bombing of the Rainbow Warrior, Te Aniwaniwa Paterson wrote this article. Further reading: David Robie's book Eyes of Fire: The Last Voyage and Legacy of the Rainbow Warrior (Little Island Press). The late investigative journalist John Pilger wrote: "Eyes…
(2026-07-09). Javier Moreno Zacarés: Dynamics of American Capitalism. newleftreview.org Following his widely praised Ages of American Capitalism, Jonathan Levy's The Real Economy proposes a theoretical counterpart, grounding a concept of capital in a fusion of Smith, Keynes, Freud, Deleuze and Guatarri. Javier Moreno Zacarés responds with a thoroughgoing critical engagement, ranging from the 'transition debate' to the AI bubble.
(2026-07-09). Geraldine Coggins from the Green Party comes out on top in mayoral hustings. thecanary.co 
The Manchester Evening News (MEN) hosted a hustings debate for the mayoral candidates in Greater Manchester, scoring the candidates on how well they commanded the room, how comfortable they were facing questions, and who presented strong arguments for their political parties. It also graded people on their ability to save face answering the toughest questions […] | By
(2026-07-09). Europe accelerates rearmament of Ukraine as US distances itself from prolonged conflict. infobrics.org JD Vance urges caution in Ukraine operations to enable future negotiations.
(2026-07-09). Democrat Rahm Emanuel hints at ending military aid to Israel. newarab.com 
(2026-07-09). Centennial School District launches summer lunch bus. whyy.org 
From Delco to Chesco and Montco to Bucks, what about life in Philly's suburbs do you want WHYY News to cover? Centennial School District is launching a mobile lunch bus to provide free meals to the district's children during the summer months. | The program provides free, nutritious meals to children aged 18 and younger. All meals must be consumed onsite to comply with guidelines. | "This is just an all-around way to make sure that the district kids have a meal throughout the day at least once, and just to give back to our community," said Christopher Sanchez-Peralta, commun…
(2026-07-09). Hormuz strait on 'severe' alert as insurance costs soar. newarab.com 
Maritime risk in the The US Navy‚Äëled Joint Maritime Information Center (JMIC) this week raised its advisory level for transiting Hormuz from "substantial" to "severe", the highest category, citing a likelihood of "del…
(2026-07-09). FROM WARFARE TO WEALTH — struggle for strategic independence. independentaustralia.net 
(2026-07-09). Saturday 7/11: The Black Panther Party, The SF State Third World Strike & The Lessons For Today: A Panel. indybay.org Zoom Event…
(2026-07-09). I Once Pushed for Strict Climate Targets as an MEP But I Changed My Mind: Here's Why. wattsupwiththat.com I find this situation surrealistically insane. Only a special kind of stubborn orthodoxy prevents many from seeing and saying it aloud. We are starting to reinvest in deterrence and defence across Europe. At the same time, we are undergoing a drastic unilateral disarmament in the economic sphere in the name of 'climate leadership'.
(2026-07-09). China's basic medical insurance coverage rises by 4 million by May. ecns.cn China's basic medical insurance coverage increased by more than 4 million people year over year by the end of May, while the coverage rate remained stable at 95%, officials from the National Healthcare Security Administration said Thursday.
(2026-07-09). Stronger evidence, weaker protections: planetary health consequences of rescinding the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency endangerment finding. mronline.org 
The U.S. has arrived at a crucial juncture for public health and climate governance.
(2026-07-09). Why are politicians and sanctioned states embracing crypto? aljazeera.com Bitcoin is falling, yet cryptocurrency is spreading beyond investing into politics, sanctions and global finance.
(2026-07-09). Independent media win — New Internationalist hits £150k target. thecanary.co 
In a big win for independent media, the New Internationalist surpassed its emergency fundraising target of £150,000, saving the magazine from closure. View this post on Instagram A post shared by New Internationalist (@newinternationalist) "We didn't dare to hope we could exceed £150,000," the magazine said in a statement shared via Instagram. "Our […] | By
(2026-07-09). WI BOPM 15th Anniversary in Milwaukee August 22, 2026! Fight Poverty, Racism War Not Immigrants! wibailoutpeople.org "We are realists. We dream the impossible." — Commandante Che Guevara…
(2026-07-09). International Dragon Boat Federation relocates headquarters to Hong Kong. ecns.cn The International Dragon Boat Federation (IDBF) has relocated its global headquarters from London to Hong Kong, where the organization was founded 35 years ago, the local government announced Wednesday.
(2026-07-09). Armenian treasures make Shanxi debut in exhibition of more than 100 artifacts. ecns.cn An exhibition titled "Land of Noah: Treasures from the Yerevan History Museum of Armenia" opened Wednesday at the Shanxi Museum in Taiyuan.
(2026-07-09). Oil and power: How Libya's unity deal entrenches elite interests. newarab.com 
Benghazi, Libya – On 18 June 2026, Libya's three main political bodies signed a trilateral power-sharing agreement, setting a roadmap for presidential and parliamentary elections before 17 February 2027, the first such agreement in It was built directly on the
(2026-07-09). Thursday 8/6: Group Artist Reception at Caldwell Snyder Gallery. indybay.org 341 Sutter Street, San Francisco, CA 94108…
(2026-07-09). Gauteng Health addressing medical negligence, financial misconduct. sanews.gov.za Gauteng Health addressing medical negligence, financial misconduct | The Gauteng Department of Health (GDoH) has moved to address growing public concern regarding its handling of disciplinary processes related to medical negligence and financial misconduct within its facilities. | In a statement on Thursday, the department noted these concerns and provided clarity on its internal mechanisms for ensuring accountability. | "The department wishes to reiterate that disciplinary action was instituted in all matters where sufficient evidence existed to proceed and that outcomes were implemented in accordance with labou…
(2026-07-09). Voces de la Frontera: Know Your Rights! wibailoutpeople.org 
Voces de la Frontera °Conoce tus derechos! Si observas presencia confirmada de ICE o sabes de primera mano de alguna detención por ICE, llama a la línea de emergencia de Voces de la Frontera: 1-800-427-0213. Guarda ese número en tus contactos. Cuando nos llame incluye los detalles como la hora y la ubicación exacta. La …
(2026-07-09). Il tabù migrazione e l'ascesa dei movimenti "populisti" in Europa. strategic-culture.su I gravi incidenti scoppiati in Irlanda del Nord nelle scorse settimane, in una zona di Belfast a maggioranza protestante, hanno suscitato una viva impressione nell'opinione pubblica e meritano una riflessione complessiva su quanto sta succedendo in Europa. | Segue nostro Gli eredi del colonialismo britannico, ma in buona parte anche i discriminati di un tempo, rifiutano i nuovi migranti che un tempo Marx avrebbe definito "l'esercito indu…