(2026-01-15). Ms. Rachel brings Gaza children's art to a New York exhibition. newarab.com 
(2026-01-15). Livestream: US-led aggression from Gaza to Venezuela. electronicintifada.net We talk to Justin Podur about imperialism and collaborators and US "victories." Palestine's resistance salutes Venezuela. Ali Abunimah wins a court victory in Switzerland and more.
trtworld.com (2026-01-15). Russia accuses US of tearing apart global order with Venezuela raid, Iran threats Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov has said that the United States was fragmenting the very international system which Washington helped to create by undertaking what he said was an illegal operation to topple Venezuelan leader Nicolas Maduro and by threatening Iran with attack.
(2026-01-15). Gaza plan phase two: US to discuss Hamas disarmament, Israeli withdrawal. aljazeera.com The second phase of the ceasefire deal includes naming a panel of Palestinian technocrats to lead post-war Gaza.
(2026-01-15). Wary of Israeli appropriation, Palestine lists 14 sites with UNESCO. aljazeera.com Palestinian Authority submits files for Gaza's Old City and West Bank landmarks to UNESCO World Heritage list.
(2026-01-15). Six Reasons Why Netanyahu is Prolonging Gaza, ME Conflicts. ummid.com The war on Gaza is not merely a military campaign, it is the linchpin holding together Benjamin Netanyahu's political survival, ideological project, and regional ambitions — one he appears determined to keep firmly in place.
(2026-01-15). Senior Hamas figure reported killed in airstrike in Gaza. newarab.com 
A senior figure in the armed wing of Hamas, a policeman, and a senior figure in the group Islamic Jihad were among at least ten people killed on Thursday in a series of Israeli strikes across Gaza, according to local sources. | Local medics and residents reported the deaths of senior Islamic Jihad operative Ashraf Al-Khatib in Nuseirat and a Hamas policeman in Gaza city. A Hamas source said that local commander Mohammed Al-Holy was killed in Deir al-Balah, earlier in the day. | The Israeli military did not immediately respond following the incident. | Palestinian media identified him as Mohammed Al-Holy, describi…
(2026-01-15). Gaza records over 1,200 Israeli ceasefire violations. newarab.com 
There have been at least 1,244 violations of the The violations reportedly resulted in the deaths of 449 people, including women and children, and injuries to 1,246 others. | During the 95 days of the
(2026-01-15). Gaza technocrats lead phase II of Trump's 'peace plan' — but will anything change? thecanary.co 
Donald Trump announced the second phase of his Gaza peace plan today, though the foundations for peace remain unstable — at best. The latest phase will involve formation of a 15-person technocratic committee led by Ali Abdel Hamid Shaath. This committee is expected to administer Gaza. Shaath, for much needed context, is a former deputy […] | By
(2026-01-15). From Peacekeeping to Gaza: Why Pakistan Is Hesitating on Phase Two. thinktank.pk In the evolving landscape of Middle East diplomacy, phase two of the Gaza peace initiative—spearheaded by international efforts—marks a critical shift toward long-term reconstruction and security. As of January 14, 2026, this stage emphasizes demilitarization, governance reforms, and humanitarian recovery in the war-torn region. For Pakistan, a nation with deep historical ties to Palestinian causes …
(2026-01-15). British actress' support for Gaza cuts through Western silence. thecanary.co 
Over the past two years, British actress, Juliet Stevenson, has emerged as one of the most prominent cultural voices supporting the Palestinian people, especially in relation to Gaza. Her bold stance within the British artistic community has set her apart, earning her the title of 'national treasure.' Artists against Gaza Genocide Responding to the genocide […] | By
(2026-01-15). Trump says he is backing appointed Palestinian Technocratic in Gaza. al-monitor.com Jan 15 (Reuters) – U.S. President Donald Trump on Thursday said he is backing "a newly appointed Palestinian Technocratic Government" in Gaza."As Chairman of the Board of Peace, I am backing a newly appointed Palestinian Technocratic Government, the National Committee for the Administration of Gaza, supported by the Board's High Representative, to govern Gaza during its transition," Trump said in a post on Truth Social. "These Palestinian leaders are unwaveringly committed to a PEACEFUL future!" (Reporting by Christian Martinez; Editing by Himani Sarkar)…
(2026-01-15). The real price of the Venezuela coup: Iran's regional support against Israel/U.S. strategic-culture.su Does Trump have the slightest idea of what a war with Iran actually means in practical terms? Does he understand that removing Maduro has galvanised support for Iran when that war starts? | Join us on , , and . | Contact us:…
(2026-01-15). Trump's Autocratic Logic and Foreign Intervention: America's New Protection Racket. juancole.com Quincy, CA (Special to Informed Comment; Feature) — Political analysis aims at understanding events that are only partially knowable by comparing them with conceptual frameworks that have been useful before. Mr. Trump's actions in Venezuela appear chaotic by the standards of policy consistency or national interest. Viewed through the lens of contemporary autocratic practice, his recent moves fit well, eliciting new streams of tribute, bargaining with fellow autocrats, and making progress toward criminalizing the US military. | By ordinary political standards, Mr. Trump once again appears to be erratic. He ca…
(2026-01-15). foreign policy called imperialist by experts. al-monitor.com By Kanishka SinghWASHINGTON, Jan 15 (Reuters) – U.S. President Donald Trump has made a series of controversial moves that have shaken up the world order, including a military raid that toppled Venezuela's leader and renewed threats to annex Greenland. Trump, who campaigned on what was seen as an isolationist "America First" platform, defends his policies as advancing U.S. economic and security interests. But to many experts, his moves echo the actions of 19th-century colonial powers.
(2026-01-15). Interim Venezuelan President Delcy Rodríguez holds dialogue with Donald Trump. radiohc.cu The interim president of Venezuela, Delcy Rodríguez, confirmed this Wednesday, January 14th, that she had a "long, productive, and courteous" telephone conversation with the President of the United States, Donald Trump, while the constitutional president, Nicolás Maduro, remains kidnapped in New York since January 3rd. | Through a message posted on social media, Rodríguez emphasized that the dialogue took place within a "framework of mutual respect" and addressed a "bilateral work agenda for the benefit of our people, as well as pending issues" in the relationship between the two governments. | The president's co…
(2026-01-15). IMF's Watchful Eye on Venezuela: A Path to Support. devdiscourse.com Kristalina Georgieva, Managing Director of the International Monetary Fund (IMF), indicated the organization's readiness to assist Venezuela during a recent interview with Reuters. However, the move hinges on the recognition of Venezuelan leadership by major IMF shareholders.
(2026-01-15). If Europe starts attacking Russian cargo ships, all bets are off. responsiblestatecraft.org Inspired by the U.S. seizure on the high seas of ships carrying Venezuelan oil, Britain and other NATO countries are now
(2026-01-15). Venezuela Attack: End of the Petrodollar? counterpunch.org With each passing day, Donald Trump & Company's military assault on Venezuela — and the extractions of Pres. Nicolas Maduro and his wife, Cilia Flores — is considered less and less about the capture of a "wanted criminal" but about one issue — the petrodollar. Why did Trump & Company force regime change in Venezuela
(2026-01-15). Venezuela: Acting President Rodríguez Announces 406 Releases of Detainees, Holds 'Productive' Call With Trump. orinocotribune.com Caracas ( "That process is not yet complete; it remains open," she emphasized from Miraflores Palace this Wednesday, January 14, reporting that 406 people have bee…
(2026-01-15). How South Korea's Billions Will Upgrade Trump's War Machine. counterpunch.org 
In a flagrant disregard for international law and national sovereignty, the Trump administration invaded and kidnapped Venezuela's President Maduro and First Lady Cilia Flores. Rather than being an isolated event, the increasing bravado of and remarks from President Donald Trump open the terrifying possibility that, if not opposed, Trump's war machine will proliferate its aggressions,
(2026-01-15). Asian Solidarity with Venezuela. dissidentvoice.org 
Speak, your lips are free. Speak, it is your own tongue. Speak, it is your own body. Speak, your life is still yours. See how in the blacksmith's shop The flame burns wild, the iron glows red; The locks open their jaws, And every chain begins to break. — Faiz Ahmed Faiz, 'Speak' (Bol), translated …
(2026-01-15). Venezuela's New Oil Strategy: A Diplomatic Turning Point. devdiscourse.com Venezuela's acting President, Delcy Rodríguez, addressed lawmakers on Thursday, advocating for oil industry reforms encouraging foreign investment. Delivering her first state of the union less than two weeks after the United States toppled Venezuela's leader, Rodríguez called for diplomatic relations with the US to support the crisis-stricken nation.
(2026-01-15). Heroes fallen in Venezuela to be posthumously promoted. radiohc.cu The Revolutionary Government of the Republic of Cuba has announced, hours before the start of the public tribute to the 32 fallen combatants in Venezuela, the decision to posthumously promote all the heroes in military rank, as a worthy and well-deserved homage to their sacrifice. | The mortal remains of the 32 internationalists who gave their lives in defense of the sovereignty of the sister Bolivarian Republic of Venezuela will arrive in Havana this Thursday, January 15, where they will be received with military honors at José Martí International Airport. | They will then be transferred to the headquarters of t…
(2026-01-15). Friday 1/16: Emergency Rally: Fight Against War in Venezuela. indybay.org
(2026-01-15). Venezuela's Rodriguez vows release of more prisoners, holds call with Trump. aljazeera.com Trump showers acting Venezuelan president with praise after first phone call since US abduction of President Maduro.
(2026-01-15). What Does Venezuela Have to Do With Taiwan? counterpunch.org 
(2026-01-15). Vice President Vance Casts Tie-Breaking Vote To Kill Venezuela War Powers Resolution in the Senate. news.antiwar.com Vice President JD Vance had to cast a tie-breaking vote in the Senate on Wednesday night to kill a Venezuela War Powers Resolution that sought to prevent another US attack on the country without congressional authorization. The Senate was deadlocked at 50-50 on a point of order vote to strip the War Powers Resolution of …
(2026-01-15). With Tie-Breaking Vote From Vance, Senate Kills Venezuela War Powers Resolution. truthout.org Vice President JD Vance broke a tied Senate vote to block advancement of a war powers resolution that would have stopped President Donald Trump from taking further military action against Venezuela without congressional authorization. Senate Republicans used a procedural maneuver Wednesday night to halt debate on the Vietnam War-era statute that gives Congress a check on the president's… |
(2026-01-15). Tomgram: Clarence Lusane, Is Vance Next? warisacrime.org This article originally appeared at TomDispatch.com. To receive TomDispatch in your inbox three times a week, click here. TomDispatch regular Clarence Lusane reminds us today that, once upon a time in a distant universe, long before Venezuela and Greenland became key to the well-being of the United States, JD Vance was anything but a Trumpist. In …
(2026-01-15). I Used to Be a Critic of the Two-Party System Now I Wish We Had One. counterpunch.org 
I am told that if I don't like what "my government" is doing, I should write to "my representative." So I dropped Senator Adam Schiff a note about the US war on Venezuela. The senator's reply, with my translations of his Washington-speak (in italics) provided in brackets, is as follows: "I have been opposing the
(2026-01-15). Gli Stati Uniti hanno ottenuto un cambio di regime in Venezuela? strategic-culture.su Siamo di fronte a un classico modus operandi degli Stati Uniti: molta pirotecnica, poca sostanza, zero pronostici. | Segue nostro Poco dopo il rapimento del presidente venezuelano Nicolás Maduro, l'evento è stato rapidamente diffuso come una tipica operazione di "cambio di regime" contro il suo nuovo obiettivo e nemico, il Venezuela. Critici e sostenitori del bolivarismo hanno inondato i social media con post che annunciavano la "fine" d…
(2026-01-15). Delcy Rodríguez: Venezuela tiene derecho a relaciones con China, Rusia, Cuba, Irán y EE.UU. cubadebate.cu "Venezuela tiene derecho a relaciones con China, con Rusia, con Cuba, con Irán, con todos los pueblos del mundo, y con los EE.UU. también", expresó Rodríguez durante su intervención en el mensaje anual a la Nación, que se produce de forma inédita debido al secuestro perpetrado por EE.UU. contra el presidente de la República, Nicolás Maduro, y de su esposa, la diputada Cilia Flores.
(2026-01-15). En apoyo al pueblo de Venezuela, canción urgente nuestroamericana. radiohc.cu El cantautor cubano Raúl Torres compartió este miércoles en su perfil de Facebook el video oficial de su composición "Canción urgente nuestroamericana", que llama a la solidaridad con el pueblo de Venezuela frente a la agresión militar de Estados Unidos y el secuestro del presidente Nicolás Maduro y su esposa, la primera combatiente, Cilia Flores. | La obra fue compuesta e interpretada por artistas y estudiantes cubanos, quienes a través de la música expresan su rechazo a las acciones imperialistas contra la nación bolivariana y su apoyo a la soberanía del Gobierno venezolano. | Este tema se suma a otras iniciati…
(2026-01-15). Delcy Rodríguez: Venezuela tiene derecho a relaciones con China, Rusia, Cuba, Irán y EE.UU. cubadebate.cu "Venezuela tiene derecho a relaciones con China, con Rusia, con Cuba, con Irán, con todos los pueblos del mundo, y con los EE.UU. también", expresó Rodríguez durante su intervención en el mensaje anual a la Nación, que se produce de forma inédita debido al secuestro perpetrado por EE.UU. contra el presidente de la República, Nicolás Maduro, y de su esposa, la diputada Cilia Flores.
(2026-01-15). Venezuela: Presidenta encargada Delcy Rodríguez dialogó con Donald Trump. radiohc.cu La presidenta encargada de Venezuela, Delcy Rodríguez confirmó este miércoles que tuvo una "larga, productiva y cortés" conversación telefónica con el mandatario de Estados Unidos, Donald Trump, mientras el presidente constitucional Nicolás Maduro y su esposa Cilia Flores permanecen secuestrados en Nueva York, desde el 3 de enero. | Mediante un mensaje publicado en redes sociales, Rodríguez destacó que el diálogo se desarrolló en un "marco de respeto mutuo" y abordó una "agenda de trabajo bilateral en beneficio de nuestros pueblos, así como de asuntos pendientes" en la relación entre ambos gobiernos. | La confirm…
(2026-01-15). En apoyo al pueblo de Venezuela, canción urgente nuestroamericana. radiohc.cu El cantautor cubano Raúl Torres compartió este miércoles en su perfil de Facebook el video oficial de su composición "Canción urgente nuestroamericana", que llama a la solidaridad con el pueblo de Venezuela frente a la agresión militar de Estados Unidos y el secuestro del presidente Nicolás Maduro y su esposa, la primera combatiente, Cilia Flores. | La obra fue compuesta e interpretada por artistas y estudiantes cubanos, quienes a través de la música expresan su rechazo a las acciones imperialistas contra la nación bolivariana y su apoyo a la soberanía del Gobierno venezolano. | Este tema se suma a otras iniciati…
(2026-01-15). Cuba: Ascienden póstumamente a los 32 héroes caídos en cumplimiento del deber en Venezuela. radiohc.cu A horas del inicio del tributo popular a nuestros 32 héroes caídos en cumplimiento de su deber en la hermana República Bolivariana de Venezuela, se ha decidido, como digno y merecido homenaje, que todos sean ascendidos en grado militar, con carácter póstumo. | La Habana, 14 de enero de 2026 | "Año del Centenario del Comandante en Jefe Fidel Castro Ruz" | Tomado de Cubadebate…
(2026-01-15). Cuba rendirá honores a sus combatientes caídos en Venezuela. radiohc.cu Este jueves arribarán a la Patria los restos mortales de los 32 combatientes cubanos caídos heroicamente durante el criminal ataque perpetrado por el Gobierno de Estados Unidos contra la hermana República Bolivariana de Venezuela, el pasado 3 de enero. | A su llegada recibirán el primer homenaje póstumo en ceremonia militar en el Aeropuerto Internacional José Martí, de La Habana. Luego serán trasladados por la Avenida Rancho Boyeros, hasta la sede del Ministerio de las Fuerzas Armadas Revolucionarias (Minfar), en las inmediaciones de la Plaza de la Revolución. | Durante el trayecto, una representación del pueblo,…
(2026-01-15). Reciben en Cuba a colaboradores heridos en cobarde agresión contra Venezuela. radiohc.cu Acompañados por el miembro del Buró Político del Comité Central del Partido Comunista de Cuba (CCPCC) y ministro de Relaciones Exteriores, Bruno Rodríguez arribaron a suelo patrio, colaboradores cubanos que resultaron heridos durante los recientes actos de violencia dirigidos contra el presidente de Venezuela, Nicolás Maduro Moros, su esposa; la diputada Cilia Flores, y el pueblo de esa hermana nación. | Al recibirlos en el Aeropuerto Internacional José Martí, de La Habana, los miembros del Buró Político del CCPCC, los generales de Cuerpo de Ejército àÅlvaro López Miera y Lázaro Alberto àÅlvarez Casas…
(2026-01-15). Hlabisa advocates for stronger traditional leadership and local governance. sanews.gov.za Hlabisa advocates for stronger traditional leadership and local governance | The Minister of Cooperative Governance and Traditional Affairs (CoGTA), Velenkosini Hlabisa, has emphasised the vital role of traditional leadership in maintaining community stability and enhancing local governance. | He highlighted the ongoing review of the White Paper on Local Government and reiterated the ministry's commitment to strengthening collaboration. The review aims to incite fresh thinking, honest reflection, and decisive action toward building a fit-for-purpose local government system that truly serves the people of South A…
(2026-01-15). Maccabi fans attack Palestinians in Jaffa, chant racist slogans. newarab.com 
Footage posted to social media showed Maccabi fans, dressed in the team's colours, throwing objects at the owner and staff at a Palestinian-owned car wash. The fans can be heard chanting "Death to Arabs" – a racist slogan that Maccabi supporters have been recor…
(2026-01-15). X announces measures to prevent Grok from undressing images. ecns.cn Elon Musk's platform X on Wednesday announced measures to prevent its AI chatbot Grok from undressing images of real people, following global backlash over its generation of sexualized images of women and children.
(2026-01-15). Chinese Foreign Minister: China ready to work for steady, sound ties with Canada. ecns.cn China is willing to strengthen communication, enhance trust, eliminate interference, and deepen cooperation with Canada, to bring bilateral relations forward on a steady and sound track in solid strides under the new circumstances, Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi said on Thursday."ÄÄ"ÄÄWang, also a member of the Political Bureau of the Communist Party of China Central Committee, made the remarks when meeting with Canadian Foreign Minister Anita Anand in Beijing.
(2026-01-15). Julieta Caldas: Luxury without Grandeur. newleftreview.org The experience of the Frieze Art Fair in London, as sibling events sprout in New York, LA, Seoul, Abu Dhabi, under the ownership of an entertainment mogul. Commercial logics on display in a glaring, idea-less space, where artists function as generators of speculative capital.
(2026-01-15). Enrique Tarrio, former Proud Boys leader listed in leaked ICE documents. thecanary.co 
Recently leaked documents list Enrique Tarrio, the former leader of the Proud Boys, as an ICE agent. Fork found in kitchen. pic.twitter.com/Oou3twCyHG — NowThis Impact (@nowthisimpact) January 15, 2026 This comes after an anonymous whistleblower from the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) allegedly leaked the personal information of 4,500 ICE and border patrol agents after […] | By
(2026-01-15). A programme coordinator of the programme : "global initiative against impunity for international crimes and serious human rights violations: making justice work" full-time fixed contract (18 months). fidh.org The International Federation for Human Rights (FIDH) is an NGO that brings together nearly 200 civil society organisations around the world. Founded in 1922, it is committed to defending fundamental freedoms and the universality of the rights defined in the Universal Declaration of Human Rights. Independent of any government and recognised for its expertise, FIDH works to strengthen mechanisms for the protection of human rights and defenders through advocacy campaigns, investigations into (…) | – |
(2026-01-15). Russian and Namibian Foreign Ministers Discuss Bilateral Trade, Investment, and Tourism. moderndiplomacy.eu Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov, holding his first high-level diplomatic meeting with Minister of International Relations and Trade of the Republic of Namibia Selma Ashipala-Musavyi in Moscow, re-affirmed implementing bilateral agreements signed to carry out geological exploration and extraction of mineral resources including uranium in Namibia. "As discussions in Moscow showed, promising areas of our …
(2026-01-15). What does 'partnership' really mean for Africa and the European Union? globalvoices.org 
(2026-01-15). US Senate defeats war powers resolution designed to rein in Trump. aljazeera.com Only three Republicans joined with Democrats to vote in favour of the resolution, resulting in a tie broken by JD Vance.
(2026-01-15). FBI conducts raid on Washington Post reporter's home, seizes electronics. aljazeera.com Press freedom groups warn that the warrant to search reporter Hannah Natanson's home establishes a dangerous precedent.
(2026-01-15). Five US lawmakers investigated over warning troops about illegal orders. aljazeera.com Five US legislators say they are under investigation by the Department of Justice over a video released in November.
(2026-01-15). Pakistan passport rises five places to 98th in global ranking. tribune.com.pk 
Pakistan's passport has moved up the global travel freedom rankings, climbing to 98th position in the Henley Passport Index 2026, according to data released on Wednesday. | The index, compiled by London-based Henley & Partners using data from the International Air Transport Association, shows that Pakistani passport holders now have visa-free, visa-on-arrival or electronic travel authorisation access to 31 destinations across Asia, Africa, the Caribbean and Oceania. | Among the destinations that can be accessed without advance visas are Caribbean countries such as Barbados and Dominica, African states includin…
(2026-01-15). DWP minister Timms talks about PIP like it's an unemployment benefit again. thecanary.co 
The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) minister for disabled people has said Personal Independence Payment (PIP) reforms could help get disabled people into work. This is in spite of the fact that it is not an unemployment benefit. Stephen Timms was speaking to the Financial Times (FT) ahead of what the publication says is "the […] | By
(2026-01-15). Israeli police launch major operation in East Jerusalem as chief vows to down on these. haaretz.com None of the 32 people arrested in the Shoafat refugee camp were charged with security offenses, yet the police announced the seizure of ammunition, rifles and drugs. Dozens of officers gathered in the central square and posed with an Israeli flag…
(2026-01-15). Trump Threatens to Use Insurrection Act Against Demonstrators in Minnesota. truthout.org On Thursday morning, President Donald Trump threatened to invoke the Insurrection Act, a federal law that allows presidents to deploy the U.S. military domestically under certain circumstances, purportedly to help local law enforcement amid civil unrest. Trump baselessly claimed that military presence is necessary in Minnesota's Twin Cities to quell protests against his administration's… |
(2026-01-15). Minnesota Calls For General Strike On January 23 To Drive ICE Out. popularresistance.org The movement against ICE has continued to surge in Minneapolis and across the United States in the wake of the killing of Renee Good. | On January 13, a coalition of faith leaders, union presidents, business owners, and community figures in Minneapolis called on "every worker in Minnesota to refuse to show up to work" and "every single Minnesotan to not spend a dime" on Friday, January 23, to demand an end to the "violence and horror" that ICE has unleashed on the community and the agency's complete removal from the state.
(2026-01-15). Thursday 1/15: Save Our Veterans Administration Rally. indybay.org VA Medical Center entrance | 795 Willow Road | Menlo Park, CA 94025…
(2026-01-15). Mr. Hankey Joins Demonstrators on the Street at SF ICE Demo. indybay.org Jan 10 San Francisco. Large Tesla showroom is scene of ICE protest.
(2026-01-15). Monday 1/19: Webinar: Stanford 11 On Trial – Defending the Student Movement for Palestine. indybay.org RSVP: Bit.ly/S11-Webinar…
(2026-01-15). Saturday 1/17: Monterey: DSA 101. indybay.org Monterey Public Library, Solarium Conference Room, 625 Pacific St, Monterey…
(2026-01-15). "We cannot have oligarchy" : Protesters oppose Trump's visit to Detroit. wsws.org On Tuesday, President Trump paid a visit to the MotorCity Casino in Detroit. Detroiters rallied against him. Mayor Mary Sheffield dispatched the Detroit Police, who arrested at least two protesters.
(2026-01-15). India shuts Kashmir medical college — after Muslims earned most admissions. aljazeera.com Hindu groups insisted that Muslims shouldn't benefit from institutions funded by Hindu charity.
(2026-01-15). 'Free speech absolutist' Elon Musk wants to criminalise speech (again). thecanary.co 
Elon Musk, if you believe him, is a 'free speech absolutist'. The problem, of course, is that if you believe him when he says that, you have to disbelieve him when he says anything else: Funniest version of free speech absolutism yet t.co/Fkv8XbdSza — Ryan Grim (@ryangrim) January 14, 2026 Free speech First, we should […] | By
(2026-01-15). Syrian activist Sarah Mardini acquitted of migrant trafficking in Greece. al-monitor.com A Greek court on Thursday acquitted Syrian competitive swimmer and activist Sarah Mardini, whose rescue of her sister inspired a hit Netflix film, and 23 others of migrant trafficking in a decision applauded by top rights groups.The verdict came almost a month after the start of their trial at a court on Lesbos, ending a legal ordeal for the activists since 2018.They had been charged in the Greek island with "forming a criminal organisation" and "illegally facilitating the entry of third-country nationals into Greece".
(2026-01-15). PM hails JF-17 as major export prospect. tribune.com.pk 
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Wednesday highlighted rising international interest in acquiring defence equipment and military hardware from Pakistan, revealing that several countries were "actively" engaged in talks to purchase fighter jets. | Addressing the cabinet, the prime minister noted that demand for Pakistani defence equipment had risen following the country's success in Marka-e-Haq — the four-day military conflict with India in May last year. | Shehbaz said the improved performance of Pakistan's armed forces had translated into commercial interest, which would boost domestic defence production…
(2026-01-15). Macklin Good's killing sparks protests at over 1,000 places in United States. ummid.com The brutal daylight killing of Renee Nicole Macklin Good in Minneapolis has sparked protests at more than 1,000 places in United States (USA).
(2026-01-15). Arsenal Defeated Chelsea in the English League Cup. radiohc.cu Havana, January 14 (RHC) — Arsenal defeated Chelsea 3-2 today in the first leg of the League Cup semi-finals in English football. | The standout match of this round ended with goals from Ben White in the seventh minute, Sweden's Viktor Gyà∂keres (49), and Spain's Martín Zubimendi (71). | The Blues were unable to capitalize on their home advantage, managing only two consolation goals from Argentina's Alejandro Garnacho in the 57th and 83rd minutes. | These same teams will face each other again on February 3rd to determine the first finalist of the competition. | In the other tie, Manchester City defeated…
(2026-01-15). UPSC makes face authentication at exam centers mandatory. ummid.com The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has made face authentication at exam centers compulsory for all candidates.
(2026-01-15). Exclusive: Unite spends cash pursuing anonymous X accounts for Graham's husband. thecanary.co 
The Unite union is spending a considerable amount of money on court cases against three anonymous, little-followed X accounts — and on taking legal action against the X platform to obtain the names behind the accounts — apparently to protect general secretary Sharon Graham's husband Jack Clarke. The inclusion of the union as a claimant […] | By
(2026-01-15). 32 Thais killed as crane collapses onto train. tribune.com.pk 
A crane at a China-backed high-speed rail project in Thailand collapsed onto a passenger train on Wednesday and caused it to derail, killing at least 32 people, authorities said. | The massive crane's broken structure was left resting on giant concrete pillars, while smoke rose from the wreckage of the train below, footage from the scene verified by AFP showed. | The company contracted to build the section of the high-speed rail where the crane fell, Italian-Thai Development — one of the Thailand's biggest construction firms — has seen a series of deadly accidents at its sites in recent years. | Th…
(2026-01-15). Modi, Mamata Battle in Bengal is Not Political Alone. ummid.com What is happening in West Bengal during the last few days is more than RSS and BJP, the Saffron Ecosystem, simply trying to set a political narrative.
(2026-01-15). The Billionaires and the November Elections. counterpunch.org 
The lack of market reaction to the news that Trump ordered his Justice Department to investigate criminal charges against Fed Chair Jerome Powell surprises many people. After all, everyone knows that the claims about cost overruns being the basis for the investigation is nonsense. Trump wants to threaten Powell with criminal charges because he ignored
(2026-01-15). Threats to Iran spike UN official. al-monitor.com A senior UN official warned on Thursday that threats of military action against Iran, like those made by US President Donald Trump, increased "volatility" in the protest-torn country.Iran was shaken over the last week by some of the biggest anti-government protests in the history of the Islamic republic, although the demonstrations appear to have diminished in the face of repression and a week-long internet blackout.
(2026-01-15). Katra Medical College closure under right wing pressure sets a dangerous precedent. ummid.com The newly established medical college named Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Institute of Medical Excellence (SMVDIME) was closed following the ruckus created by the RSS—BJP communal elements after admission of 42 Muslim students on Merit.
(2026-01-15). Data Centers Might Break the Grid? Good, Something Needs To. counterpunch.org 
A quick headline roundup from the last couple of weeks: "US Electric Grid Heading Toward 'Crisis' Thanks to AI Data Centers" (Common Dreams, January 2) "US electricity grid stretches thin as data centers rush to turn on onsite generators" (tom's HARDWARE, January 5) "America's Biggest Power Grid Operator Has an AI Problem — Too Many
(2026-01-15). Beyond Boiling Point: Historic Iranian Protests Continue Despite Blackouts, Repression. juancole.com Reprinted from (
(2026-01-15). Global campaign for 'Palestinian hostages' launches in London. newarab.com 
A global online campaign demanding the release of The initiative expands a campaign that began in the British capital around two months ago, during which activists displayed red ribbons and photographs of detainees in public spaces to create a visible reminder of their plight. | Organisers say the campaign is now moving into an international phase, seeking to mobilise global public opinion. | The online…
(2026-01-15). We're Racing Down the Highway to a Mad Max World. counterpunch.org 
Let me start by putting things bluntly: Don't bother to tell Donald Trump, but with his distinct help, we're doing nothing less than cooking ourselves. Thanks to the continued use of fossil fuels in a staggering fashion and the growth of greenhouse gas emissions, almost half of the world's population now suffers through 30 additional days of extreme heat annually. Heatwaves roll in thicker and faster every year.
(2026-01-15). Amid Arab fear of Iran, US soldiers secretly leave Mideast bases while Trump threatens war? | Protest. hindustantimes.com Alarm bells are ringing across U.S. military installations in the Gulf after reports that some American personnel were advised to leave Al Udeid Air Base in Qatar amid rapidly escalating tensions with Iran. The reported posture change comes as President Donald Trump issues sharp warnings over Iran's protest crackdown, Tehran threatens retaliation, and U.S. warplanes increase activity at the region's most critical CENTCOM hub—putting American bases within missile range back into focus.
(2026-01-15). Preliminary information shows section involved in fatal Thai rail accident built by local enterprise: Chinese FM. ecns.cn Preliminary findings indicate that the section involved in a fatal accident at a high-speed railway project in Thailand was constructed by a Thai enterprise, a Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson said on Wednesday.
(2026-01-15). Meet Abu Ubaida: Al-Qassam Spokesperson Hudhaifa Samir Abdullah al-Kahlout. ummid.com Abu Ubaida, whose real name is reported to be Hudhaifa Samir Abdullah al-Kahlout (Abu Ibrahim), served for nearly two decades as the spokesperson of al-Qassam Brigades, the military wing of Hamas.
(2026-01-15). After 7 months in DHS custody, 18-year-old Habiba Soliman speaks out from Texas detention center. wsws.org Habiba Soliman—daughter of Mohamed Soliman who carried out a violent attack on pro-Israel demonstrators in Boulder, Colorado on June 1, 2025—has issued a powerful statement demanding the release of her family from illegal detention by the Department of Homeland Security.
(2026-01-15). In memory of internet star He Jiaolong: She left the spotlight to Xinjiang. ecns.cn I first met He Jiaolong in April 2021, at an office in the Department of Culture and Tourism of the Ili Kazakh Autonomous Prefecture in northwest China's Xinjiang Uyghur Autonomous Region.
(2026-01-15). Court cancels bail of Imaan Mazari, husband in social media posts case. tribune.com.pk 
(2026-01-15). Fans celebrate as AFCON hosts Morocco reach final. aljazeera.com Africa Cup of Nations hosts Morocco secured their place in the final with a 4—2 penalty shootout victory over Nigeria.
(2026-01-15). Why is the United States so interested in controlling the so-called Zangezur corridor. infobrics.org Washington DC is in a hurry to implement Trump Route for International Peace and Prosperity, a minuscule 32-km-long corridor. Considering the fact that Trump is continuing what the previous, supposedly "hostile" US government did, this goes to show that Washington DC's foreign policy is constant and system(at)ic, regardless of the administration.
(2026-01-15). Washington DC Turns Up Heat On ICE With Bill Banning Police Cooperation. popularresistance.org Washington, D.C. lawmakers are trying to put the heat on ICE and take a stand for residents with the introduction of the Safe Community Places and Policing Amendment Act of 2025 by Ward 4 Council Member Janeese Lewis George, who is also running for mayor of Washington. | The bill would ensure that the District's policies reflect local residents' values and public safety priorities by prohibiting D.C. police from joining in on immigration enforcement without a judicial warrant or court order. The bill is supported by Council Members Brianne Nadeau, Robert White, Charles Allen, and Zachary Parker.
(2026-01-15). New wall threatens thousands of Palestinian families. electronicintifada.net The Israeli military has begun the first stretch of a $1.7 billion project to build a wall running from the occupied Golan Heights to Eilat, slicing through the occupied West Bank.
(2026-01-15). NicaNotes: Nicaragua Tourism "Steals the Spotlight," Earning Punitive Measures From US. afgj.org 
NicaNotes January 15, 2026 Nicaragua Tourism "Steals the Spotlight," Earning Punitive Measures From US By Becca Renk Foster (Becca Renk Foster is originally from Idaho, USA. For 25 years, she has lived and worked in sustainable community development in Nicaragua. She coordinates the work of Casa Benjamín Linder in Managua and serves on the coordinating committee of the Nicaragua…
(2026-01-15). Germany's grandstanding on Iran: The best Europe can muster? responsiblestatecraft.org In a striking display of recklessness, German Chancellor Friedrich Merz
(2026-01-15). Farage branded a 'snowflake' following airport 'wankstain' incident. thecanary.co 
We regret to inform you that Nigel Farage has had an unfortunate 'wankstain' incident at a UK airport: @jihadijohnsdayoff #make #fyu #nigelfarage #unfreezemyacount #makemetiktokfamous ‚ô¨ original sound — Jihadijohnsdayoff Britain's biggest wankstain Farage no doubt went into this week thinking it was going to be a good one. After all, he had scores of Tory […] | By
(2026-01-15). Pakistan monitoring reports of US visa pause, says Foreign Office. tribune.com.pk 
Pakistan said on Thursday it is in contact with US authorities and closely monitoring the situation after reports emerged that Washington plans to suspend visa processing for applicants from dozens of countries, including Pakistan. | "The US is reviewing its visa policies, and we hope it will restore visas for Pakistan soon," Foreign Office spokesperson Tahir Hussain Andrabi said during the ministry's weekly briefing. | The Trump administration has announced it will suspend visa processing for applicants from 75 countries, including Pakistan. Reports first cited by Fox News said the suspension would apply to i…
(2026-01-15). China's auto output, sales top 34 million units in 2025. ecns.cn China's automobile production and sales each exceeded 34 million units in 2025, setting new records and extending the country's position as the world's largest auto producer and market for a 17th consecutive year, industry data showed Wednesday.
(2026-01-15). "ICE Out For Good" Rally Targets ICE Headquarters. indybay.org Human rights activist rally and protest the killing of Renee Good and constitutional abuses of Americans by ICE at the Immigration and Customs headquarters in Washington, DC.
(2026-01-15). Israel to award late Charlie Kirk for pro-Israel support. newarab.com 
Israel will honour the late Israeli Prime Minister
(2026-01-15). On "Leftists" And "Anarchists" Who Cheer For Regime Change In Iran. caitlinjohnstone.com.au Is there anything more undignified than "leftists" and "anarchists" who cheer on the fall of empire-targeted governments even as the empire moves war machinery into place? | Ooh look at me I'm sticking it to the man by supporting the same agendas as the US State Department. I'm being punk rock by regurgitating the same war propaganda talking points as John Bolton. I'm fighting the power by backing the foreign policy objectives of the most powerful empire that has ever existed. | ____ing embarrassing,…
(2026-01-15). Astronauts depart International Space Station after medical emergency. aljazeera.com Four astronauts end their mission early so that a crew member can receive medical treatment.
(2026-01-15). Central Banks in the Crossfire: Powell's Struggle for Independence. devdiscourse.com International Monetary Fund chief Kristalina Georgieva strongly defended the independence of central banks and offered her support to Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell, who is currently under investigation by the Trump administration for cost overruns related to the renovation of the Fed's Washington headquarters. Georgieva highlighted the benefits of independent, evidence-based decision-making for the economy.
(2026-01-15). Australian writers' festival cancelled after mass boycott over Palestinian author ban. tribune.com.pk 
One of Australia's top writers' festivals was cancelled on Tuesday, after 180 authors boycotted the event and its director resigned, saying she could not be party to silencing a Palestinian author and warned moves to ban protests and slogans after the Bondi Beach mass shooting threatened free speech. | Louise Adler, the Jewish daughter of Holocaust survivors, said on Tuesday she was quitting her role at the Adelaide Writers' Week in February, following a decision by the festival's board to disinvite a Palestinian-Australian author. | The novelist and academic Randa Abdel-Fattah said the move to bar her was "a…
(2026-01-15). Craig Murray: A Step Towards Sanity. consortiumnews.com The judge in a preliminary hearing in Edinburgh on permission for a judicial review of the proscription of Palestine Action promised to give a decision this week if possible, or soon. As British police enforce the U.K. Terrorism Act by…
(2026-01-15). Green tech leader Envision unveils model to shape world's largest physical AI system. ecns.cn Envision, the global leader in green technology, announced on Thursday the launch of Dubhe, its energy foundation model, designed to shape the world's largest physical AI system — the AI energy system.
(2026-01-15). What Happens If America Attacks Iran? Tehran's Response Options. thinktank.pk In the midst of escalating unrest in Iran, where protests have gripped the nation since late December 2025, the question of regime change looms large. As of January 2026, demonstrators are challenging the Islamic Republic's authority amid economic collapse, corruption, and a weakened military following conflicts with Israel. U.S. President Donald Trump has voiced support …
(2026-01-15). Tropical Tropospheric Temperature Trends, 1979-2025: The Epic Climate Model Failure Continues. wattsupwiththat.com Maybe if the modelers figured out why their handling of moist convection is flawed, models would then produce warming more in line with observations, and more in line with each other.
(2026-01-15). A high-level legal expert for the Business, Human Rights and Environment Desk to follow the United Nations negotiations of a Legally Binding Instrument to regulate transnational corporations and other business enterprises. fidh.org The International Federation for Human Rights (FIDH) is an NGO that brings together nearly 200 civil society organisations around the world. Founded in 1922, it is committed to defending fundamental freedoms and the universality of the rights defined in the Universal Declaration of Human Rights. Independent of any government and recognised for its expertise, FIDH works to strengthen mechanisms for the protection of human rights and defenders through advocacy campaigns, investigations into (…) | – |
(2026-01-15). US Withdraws from UN Agencies, India Can Step in. ummid.com Guided by the Indian ethos of Vasudhaiva Kutumbakam ("One Earth, One Family, One Future"), India can amplify Southern priorities with inclusivity and balance.
(2026-01-15). Nigel Farage Paid by Trump Crypto Adviser Who Worked With Russia Operative Paul Manafort. bylinetimes.com Nigel Farage has been paid by a cryptocurrency adviser to US President Donald Trump, who worked with Paul Manafort – Trump's former campaign chair, jailed for financial crimes after investigations into his Kremlin-aligned influence operations – to lobby the president on Bitcoin policy. | David Bailey, chief executive of BTC Inc and a senior cryptocurrency adviser to Trump, brought Manafort into his lobbying operation in early 2024. Together, Manafort and Bailey spent the rest of the year working to persuade Trump to embrace Bitcoin and establish America's first Strategic Bitcoin Reserve. | Bailey subsequently…
(2026-01-15). An 'alarmingly high' number of new and expectant parents are losing their job or facing unfair treatment at work. thecanary.co 
The Trades Union Congress (TUC) says the number of new and expectant parents losing their job or facing unfair treatment at work is "alarmingly high". TUC polling of parents New TUC polling shows: One in seven women (14%) have lost their job — or felt forced to leave their job — due to expecting a […] | By
(2026-01-15). The Source Keeper Season 3 | Episode 3: guarding the vault of heaven. ecns.cn Tian Yingchun, Captain of the Forest Police Brigade of the Banma County Public Security Bureau, has been rooted on the plateau for 18 years.
(2026-01-15). Anders Stephanson & George Kennan: Stephanson—Kennan Correspondence. newleftreview.org An inter-generational exchange between one of the Cold War's originating thinkers and a young Marxist scholar studying his work. Problems of American foreign policy, definitions of the national interest, the Soviet Union and the containment doctrine and the independent development of political discourse among the subjects under consideration.
(2026-01-15). US envoy to UN: US stands by Iranian people, all options on table. al-monitor.com By Michelle NicholsUNITED NATIONS, Jan 15 (Reuters) – The United States stands by the "brave people of Iran," and President Donald Trump "has made it clear all options are on the table to stop the slaughter," U.S. Ambassador to the United Nations Mike Waltz told the U.N. Security Council on Thursday.Trump has repeatedly threatened to intervene in support of protesters in Iran, where thousands of people have been reported killed in a crackdown on the unrest against clerical rule.
(2026-01-15). Open letter in support of hunger strikers sends an enduring message to Bristol Labour MPs. thecanary.co 
A coalition of Bristol Palestine solidarity groups has sent an open letter to Bristol's five Labour MPs. The letter went out before three of the hunger strikers ended their action. But it remains a strong support of their demands. The letter asks the MPs to demand David Lammy meets with the hunger strikers' legal representatives […] | By
(2026-01-15). Headlines for January 15, 2026. democracynow.org U.S. Pulls Back from Some Middle East Bases Amid Trump's Threats to Attack Iran, State Department to Halt Processing Visas for Immigrants from 75 Countries, ICE Shoots Man in Minneapolis After Gov. Walz Decries Federal "Campaign of Organized Brutality", ICE Jails Oglala Sioux Members at Fort Snelling, Site of 19th-Century Concentration Camp, Protester in Santa Ana Is Left Permanently Blind by "Less Lethal" Round Fired by Federal Agent, ProPublica: ICE Agents Used Potentially Fatal Chokeholds in 40+ Cases, Maine Officials Warn ICE Is Preparing Surge into Lewiston and Portland, Danish…
(2026-01-15). Sen. Warren's Bold Plan for Dems To Win in 2026 and 2028. portside.org Sen. Warren's Bold Plan for Dems To Win in 2026 and 2028 |
(2026-01-15). Iran rejects reports of protesters' executions. geo.tv 
Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi adjusts glasses during a press conference following talks with Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov in Moscow, Russia, December 17, 2025. — ReutersWASHINGTON: Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi said on Wednesday that "there is no…
(2026-01-15). Space schedule opens with two launches. ecns.cn China launched two carrier rockets on Tuesday, signaling the start of the country's annual space mission schedule, which will feature a robotic lunar landing and two manned spaceflights.
(2026-01-15). Saturday 1/24: Like Water: A Participatory Walk from the Edge of the City to the Sea. indybay.org Natural Bridges Road and Delaware Avenue, Santa Cruz…
(2026-01-15). New iPhone 18 leak reveals redesign for Pro variant: Will Apple ditch Dynamic Island. albawaba.com ALBAWABA – Only four months after the release of the iPhone 17, Apple's iPhone 18 line-up has been leaked on social media, revealing the display sizes and possible redesigns for the Pro variant. However, details about the upcoming devices remain unconfirmed.The leak was unveiled by tech content creator 'Digital Chat Station', who claimed that the iPhone 18 line-up will reportedly feature LTPO OLED with 120Hz. GSM Arena reported that both the iPhone 18 and Pro are expected to ship with a 6.27-inch LTPO display, while the Pro Max will feature a slightly larger 6.86-inch LTPO display. In contrast, the iPhone Air 2 i…
(2026-01-15). New York shuts down pro-Israel fascist group Betar. thecanary.co 
New York state's Attorney General Letitia James has shut down notorious pro-Israel fascist group Betar's operations in the state. James and her office targeted Betar for its campaigns to intimidate pro-Palestinian voices and activism. The group has supported Zionist terrorism and 'Kahanist' racist supremacism. It also has strong links to Benjamin Netanyahu's extremist 'Likud' party. […] | By
(2026-01-15). Resilient Global Economy: IMF's Upbeat Forecasts Despite Trade Shocks. devdiscourse.com The International Monetary Fund is set to release its latest economic forecast next week, promising insights into the global economy's robust response to trade disruptions. Kristalina Georgieva, the IMF's Managing Director, indicated strong growth despite challenges in an interview with Reuters during her visit to Kyiv.
(2026-01-15). A Year of Living Dangerously in Trump's America. bylinetimes.com One year into the second Trump Presidency and America is now a very different place. It may superficially look the same from the outside. Many of us are able to go through the motions of our daily lives in the same ways as before. But, everything is changed on the inside. | America has become a place where it is no longer entirely safe to speak freely. Where criticizing the Government can get you into trouble, perhaps even cause you to be fired from your job, or deported. Where engaging in public protest can get you arrested. Where every day you wake up with a clenching stomach, wondering what new Government o…
(2026-01-15). Festival of cowardice: The cancellation of Randa Abdel-Fattah. independentaustralia.net 
(2026-01-15). 47 Ways Trump Has Made Life Less Affordable in the Last Year. portside.org 47 Ways Trump Has Made Life Less Affordable in the Last Year |
(2026-01-15). Major social housing provider accused of £300m in bribery and fraud offences. thecanary.co 
The UK Serious Fraud Office has launched a bribery and fraud investigation into Home REIT — a listed UK social housing company. This case highlights the scale of bribery concerns currently affecting the housing sector. In total, the offences have an estimated value of £300m, with bribery suspected as a significant factor. Home REIT owned […] | By
(2026-01-15). Tuesday 1/20: San Francisco: Stop ICE Terror and End War on Venzuela. indybay.org Civic Center Plaza, 335 McAllister St, San Francisco…
(2026-01-15). Polls open in Uganda amid crackdown, fears of violence, internet blackout. aljazeera.com UN Human Rights Office has stressed 'open access to communication & information is key to free & genuine elections'.
(2026-01-15). Astronauts set to leave ISS. tribune.com.pk 
Four crewmembers aboard the International Space Station were set to depart Wednesday after a medical issue prompted their mission to be cut a month short ⚪ a first for the orbiting laboratory. | American astronauts Mike Fincke and Zena Cardman, Russian cosmonaut Oleg Platonov and Japanese astronaut Kimiya Yui were set to undock from the ISS at 2205 GMT on Wednesday, after five months in space. | NASA has declined to disclose which crewmember has the health problem or give details about the issue, but the US space agency has stressed the return is not an emergency situation, saying the person's condition was s…
(2026-01-15). Musk's Grok to bar users from generating sexual images of real people. aljazeera.com The billionaire's platform has been inundated with Grok-produced sexualised images, including of children.
(2026-01-15). China reaches knockout stage for first time in AFC U23 Asian Cup. ecns.cn China reached the knockout stage of the AFC U23 Asian Cup for the first time after a 0-0 draw with Thailand in Riyadh.
(2026-01-15). Cabinet gives go-ahead to new currency design. tribune.com.pk 
The federal government has decided to introduce new designs of the currency notes, with the move receiving formal approval from the federal cabinet, which has constituted a cabinet committee to oversee and deliberate on the redesign process. | The decision was taken during a meeting of the federal cabinet held at the Prime Minister's House in Islamabad, chaired by Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif, where members were briefed by the finance ministry on the proposed changes. | The cabinet was informed that the State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) is working on the new designs for banknotes in line with modern and contempora…
(2026-01-15). 4 ICE detention deaths in just 10 days into the New Year. indybay.org Washington, DC, Monday, January 12, 2026 — While communities in Minneapolis and across the country mourn the death of Renee Nicole Good, who was executed by ICE last Wednesday, ICE has revealed that four people died in its custody in just the first 10 days of the New Year:…
(2026-01-15). Why the Capture of Maduro Should Make Washington Worry About the Dollar. fpif.org The dollar's future will be shaped in part by whether American leadership is exercised with restraint, confidence, and a sense of shared responsibility.
(2026-01-15). Iran-US live: Tension lingers amid Trump's threats, Tehran reopens airspace. aljazeera.com Tensions are rising in the region after the US began to withdraw some personnel from an airbase in Qatar.
(2026-01-15). Why did Israel redeploy Iron dome? Air defenses reset as Iran burns and war drums grow louder. hindustantimes.com As mass protests shake Iran and Donald Trump warns that "help is on the way," Israel quietly resets its air defence grid. Iron Dome batteries are being redeployed, alert levels raised, and war scenarios reviewed across the IDF. Jerusalem believes Tehran may only strike if Washington moves first, but memories of the last Iran—Israel flare-up still loom large. With Iran boasting "peak readiness" and the region already on edge, Israel is preparing for missile fire from multiple fronts.
(2026-01-15). Host Morocco advances to AFCON 2025 Semi Final. ummid.com Defeating Cameroon, Morocco has advanced to Africa Cup of Nations, commonly abbreviated as AFCON, 2025 Semi-Finals for the first time since 2004.
(2026-01-15). Fed Agent Shoots Second Person, Days After Miller Claims Agents Have "Immunity" truthout.org A federal officer has shot a second person in Minneapolis, just days after Trump immigration hawk Stephen Miller told ICE agents that they have "federal immunity" to act as they like — and that anyone obstructing them will face prosecution from the federal government. In a Fox News segment shared by the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) on X, Miller falsely said that it was a "felony" to… |
(2026-01-15). Man shot by federal officer in Minneapolis as tensions flare over crackdown. scmp.com A federal officer shot a man in the leg on Wednesday night in Minneapolis, a week after the fatal shooting of a local woman by an Immigration and Customs Enforcement agent touched off angry protests and an intensifying clash between state leaders and the Trump administration. | The shooting followed a targeted traffic stop shortly before 7pm Central Time, when the man fled in his vehicle and crashed into a parked car, according to Tricia McLaughlin, a spokeswoman for the Department of Homeland…
(2026-01-15). China matches US contribution to Pacific environmental body a week after Trump pulls out. asiapacificreport.nz By Kaya Selby, RNZ Pacific journalist Just over a week after the United States announced its withdrawal from the Pacific Regional Environment Programme (SPREP) — China has stepped in to fill the funding gap. President Donald Trump included the scientific organisation among a list of others that US government officials were ordered to withdraw from.
(2026-01-15). ICE And Border Patrol Agents Outnumber Local Police In Minnesota, As DHS Promises To Deploy More. newsone.com 
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(2026-01-15). We Are In A Crisis How To Build Communities That Can Respond. counterpunch.org 
A lawless administration — An oligarchy concentrating power The U.S. is in a crisis of historic proportions, scaling to previous eras such as the Civil War and 1930s Depression. It is a systemic crisis in the sense its political system is failing to respond either to immediate challenges or more deeply rooted problems out of
(2026-01-15). Labour rebellion brews after confirmation judge-only trials could apply retrospectively. thecanary.co 
Courts minister Sarah Sackman has confirmed that people who are already waiting for a trial date may lose their right to a jury, should Labour's court reforms come into force. Meanwhile, rebellion brews among Labour MPs as increasing numbers join the fight against the reforms. At the same time, there's talk among lawyers of strike […] | By
(2026-01-15). Will ultra-Orthodox conscription collapse Netanyahu's coalition. newarab.com 
(2026-01-15). Iran and the US: Then to Now. counterpunch.org 
In 1974 and 1975, I was part of a group of US leftists in the Baltimore-DC area working with a chapter of the Iranian Students Association (ISA). I was registered as a student at the University of Maryland's College Park campus at the time. Mostly, I was engaged in political organizing as a member of
(2026-01-15). 4.1 earthquake report by residents of Jordan. albawaba.com ALBAWABA – The director of the Jordanian Seismological Observatory, Ghassan Sweidan, stated that an earthquake measuring 4.1 on the Richter scale was felt by residents in various parts of Jordan, including the governorates of Amman and Balqa, at 10: 00 a.m.He explained to Al-Mamlaka TV on Thursday that the epicentre was in the Dead Sea region near Ghor al-Safi, at a depth of 17 kilometers.
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(2026-01-15). Thursday 1/29: Pesticide Impacts In and Around Monterey Bay. indybay.org Institute of the Arts and Sciences, 100 Panetta Avenue, Santa Cruz…
(2026-01-15). Mahmoud Khalil threatened with re-arrest after losing court case. newarab.com 
A The 2-1 ruling by a panel of the Philadelphia-based 3rd US Circuit Court of Appeals opened the door to Khalil being re-arrested after it ordered the dismissal of a lawsu…
(2026-01-15). GATE 2026 Admit Card Released: Steps, Link to Download. ummid.com IIT Guwahati has released the Admit Card (Hall Ticket) of the candidates who have registered for Graduate Aptitude Test in Engineering 2026 (GATE 2026) on its official website gate2026.iitg.ac.in.
(2026-01-15). Canadian killed by Iranian authorities during protest: Ottawa. al-monitor.com Iranian authorities have killed a Canadian citizen during one of the protests that have spread across the Islamic Republic, Ottawa said Thursday."I have just learned that a Canadian citizen has died in Iran at the hands of Iranian authorities," Canada's Foreign Minister Anita Anand said on X, giving no further details."Peaceful protests by the Iranian people ⚪ asking that their voices be heard in the face of the Iranian regime's repression and ongoing human rights violations ⚪ have led the regime to flagrantly disregard human life," Anand added.
(2026-01-15). Uganda: Blanket Internet Shutdown Violates Rights. hrw.org Click to expand Image | A member of the Ugandan police force gives instructions to supporters of Uganda's incumbent president and National Resistance Movement (NRM) presidential candidate Yoweri Museveni entering the rally grounds ahead of the party's closing campaign rally ahead of the 2026 Ugandan general elections, in Kampala on January 13, 2026. | © 2026 AFP via Getty Images…
(2026-01-15). Hundreds of Minnesota students march to the Capitol to protest ICE. wsws.org The walkouts and demonstrations by hundreds of students, combined with the growing protests across Minnesota and the United States, show that the class struggle is entering a new upswing—leading to a direct confrontation with the Trump administration and the American oligarchy.
(2026-01-15). Trump Administration Suspends Processing of Immigrant Visas From 75 Countries. truthout.org The US State Department announced one of the Trump administration's most far-reaching efforts to restrict immigration to the country on Wednesday, saying on social media that it will pause processing of all immigrant visas from 75 countries and claiming people from those nations often receive public benefits after arriving in the US. "The freeze will remain active until the US can ensure that… |
(2026-01-15). How The West Has Stolen Iran's Sovereignty For Centuries. popularresistance.org According to social media photographs verified by AFP, protesters in Tehran gathered on major avenues of the Iranian capital as part of a large-scale protest action driven by dissatisfaction with the rising cost of living. Persian-language TV channels based outside Iran and other social media published footage of large-scale protests in other cities, including Tabriz in the north and the holy city of Mashhad in the east. | US President Donald Trump threatened to take harsh measures against Iran if its authorities "start killing people" protesting in a country where an economic crisis, born of suffocating US sanct…
(2026-01-15). A Week After Renee Good Killing, Anonymous DHS Officials Claim ICE Agent Jonathan Ross Suffered Internal Bleeding. newsone.com 
Source: Star Tribune via Getty Images / Getty | In today's episode of They Really Think We're As Stupid As They Are, the Trump administration is now — seven days after the senseless and easily avoidable killing of
(2026-01-15). Albert Einstein's "Why Socialism?" portside.org Albert Einstein's "Why Socialism?" |
(2026-01-15). Markets Exhale as Trump Dials Down Iran Risk, but Tech Rout Deepens. moderndiplomacy.eu Global markets steadied on Thursday after U.S. President Donald Trump sought to calm fears of imminent U.S. military action against Iran, easing pressure on oil and gold prices that had surged on geopolitical anxiety. However, relief in commodities contrasted with continued weakness in global tech stocks, as investors rotated out of richly valued artificial intelligence …
(2026-01-15). Qingdao SCO zone sees TIR road and China-Europe freight shipments surge. ecns.cn At the China-SCO local economic and trade cooperation demonstration zone in Qingdao, Shandong province, a TIR international transport vehicle fully loaded with goods is about to depart for Moscow, the capital of Russia, after completing customs clearance procedures.
(2026-01-15). Ian Powell: Bondi Beach's murderous terrorism aftermath an Aotearoa perspective. asiapacificreport.nz 
COMMENTARY: By Ian Powell On 14 December 2025, a father and son, reportedly linked to the ISIS clerical fascist organisation, committed a murderous attack on innocent participants at a Jewish celebration on Sydney's famous Bondi Beach. Fifteen were killed and around 40 seriously injured. There is no way this horrific event can be minimised. It…
(2026-01-15). Gutter press push BBC to apologise because a Traitors contestant is pro-Palestine. thecanary.co 
The BBC is once again appeasing the Israeli genociders — this time by apologising for past comments made by a contestant on The Traitors. Social media posts made by Maz Bana, who appeared on the current series of reality show has been dragged up by the gutter press. The rags obviously jumped at the chance […] | By
(2026-01-15). Visa teams up with Apple to enable overseas Apple Pay payments for China cardholders. ecns.cn Visa, a global payments technology company, announced on Thursday that it will work with Apple to enable cardholders in China to add their Visa cards to Apple Pay and make payments overseas in a wide range of scenarios — including at on and offline merchants and within mobile apps.
(2026-01-15). The Origin of Ethnic Albanians. A Brief Overview. globalresearch.ca In the official scientific circles today, two currents represent opposing opinions on the ethnic origin of Albanians: | 1) Or that they are directly descended from the (surviving and unassimilated) Balkan indigenous Illyrians (after the migration of the Slavs to the …
(2026-01-15). Farage's real feelings on 'fraud' Jenrick have come to light. thecanary.co 
Today has been a bit of a car crash for Robert Jenrick. As we reported, Kemi Badenoch sacked Jenrick after allegedly unearthing the following plot: I have sacked Robert Jenrick from the Shadow Cabinet, removed the whip and suspended his party membership with immediate effect. I was presented with clear, irrefutable evidence that he was […] | By
(2026-01-15). With MCC cash, Afghan earthquake survivors buy what they need. anabaptistworld.org After a listening process by a Mennonite Central Committee partner, 209 families that survived an August earthquake in Afghanistan used cash assistance from MCC to buy winter clothing, shoes, medicine or cooking utensils.
(2026-01-15). W Cape to ensure school placements for all children in 2026. sanews.gov.za W Cape to ensure school placements for all children in 2026 | MEC for Education in the Western Cape, David Maynier, says the province will continue working tirelessly to place all children who are still seeking school placements as the country begins the 2026 academic year. | "This is a challenging task, as hundreds of new applications are arriving each week," he said on Wednesday, accompanied by Western Cape Premier Alan Winde at Tamboerskloof Primary School, to welcome learners for the new academic year. | Maynier appealed to any parent who has not yet applied to do so immediately at their district office. | "
(2026-01-15). Grey Anderson: Primacy's Calculus. newleftreview.org Grey Anderson on Edward Luce, Zbig. Biography of Brzezinski, updating the American strategist and Russia hawk for present needs.
(2026-01-15). Ryan Ruby: Wikipedia and the Novel. newleftreview.org Derogatory references to wiki-novels abound in contemporary literary criticism, as authors parade their characters' pseudo-erudition. But might these be signs of an iPhone era 'regime of perception'? Dazzling reconsideration of the relation between the novel and the encyclopaedia, from Sterne and Melville to Rachel Kushner and Sally Rooney.
(2026-01-15). 100,000 Demand 'ICE Out Of Minnesota' In Historic March. popularresistance.org Minneapolis, MN – The Minnesota Immigrant Rights Action Committee (MIRAC) led a historic march of 100,000 people through Minneapolis to honor the life of Renee Nicole Good and to demand ICE out of Minnesota. The gathering was not only a show of grief and anger, but a powerful declaration of collective resistance. | On the morning of January 7, community member Renee Good was observing a raid and was murdered by an ICE agent. Good was known as a devoted mother and a neighbor who believed deeply in protecting her community.
(2026-01-15). In defence of the right to self-defence. onlineopinion.com.au Australia claims to honour self-defence, yet bans the tools that make it real. Is a nation that disarms its citizens protecting them, or abandoning them?
(2026-01-15). SA welcomes approval of AGOA Extension Bill. sanews.gov.za SA welcomes approval of AGOA Extension Bill | Department of Trade, Industry and Competition (DTIC) Minister Parks Tau has welcomed the approval of the African Growth and Opportunity Act (AGOA) Extension Bill by the USA House of Representatives. | AGOA is critical legislation that allows for eligible sub-Saharan African countries to enjoy duty-free access to the US market. | "The renewal of AGOA will complement and support the implementation of the Africa Continental Free Trade Area and creation of regional value chains, as well as support American businesses that depend on inputs and products imported into the US…
(2026-01-15). Bangladesh's Muhammad Yunus Era. aljazeera.com How Bangladesh's interim government has fared in steering the country to this point?>
(2026-01-15). Record trade bodes well globally. ecns.cn China's foreign trade is positioned for steady expansion this year despite mounting pressures, building on the strengths exhibited last year — a sustained shift up the value chain in exports, a broadening network of global partners and a supersized domestic market opening wider to imports, said officials and experts.
(2026-01-15). "It is not IF, but When will Trump bomb Iran?" "Greenland Will Not be Free" . America is in Stage Five of Collapse. globalresearch.ca It is not IF, but when will Trump bomb Iran? | Given he is scheduled to be at the World Economic Forum January 18th, the ego would be inclined to brag what a great warmonger he is before the …
(2026-01-15). Beirut's Commodore Hotel, famed journalists' haven, closes down. newarab.com 
During For many, it served as an unofficial newsroom where they could file dispatches even when communications systems were down elsewhere. Armed guards at the door provided some sense of protection as sniper fights and shelling were turning the cosmopolitan city into rubble. | The hotel even had its own much-loved mascot: a cheeky parrot at the bar. | The Commodore endured for decades after the 15-year civ…
(2026-01-15). UN General Assembly: States must ensure that the protections afforded under IHL remain effective against the risks of ICT activities during armed conflict. icrc.org Statement delivered by Elyse Mosquini, Permanent Observer to the United Nations, at the High-level Meeting of the UN General Assembly on the overall review of the implementation of the outcomes of the World Summit on the Information Society (WSIS+20)…
(2026-01-15). Mixed reactions to shock axing of All Blacks coach Scott Robertson. asiapacificreport.nz By Adam Burns, RNZ News reporter There has been mixed reaction in parts of New Zealand's red-and-black country — Canterbury — following the shock axing of All Blacks coach Scott Robertson. New Zealand Rugby (NZR) confirmed today the 51-year-old known as "Razor" had departed the position two years early following a recent end-of-season review. A…
(2026-01-15). Syria: Accountability Lacking for Sweida Abuses. hrw.org Syrian government forces and local Bedouin and Druze armed groups all carried out grave abuses during clashes in Syria's southern Sweida governorate in July 2025.Abuses included summary killings, outrages on personal dignity, and abductions. As many as 187,000 people have been displaced.The Syrian authorities need to demonstrate they are a government for all Syrians by pursuing accountability for atrocities in Sweida at the highest levels and for all involved parties.(Beirut) — Syrian government forces and local Bedouin and Druze armed groups are responsible for grave abuses during clashes in Syria's southe…
(2026-01-15). US court overturns order releasing pro-Palestinian activist. al-monitor.com A US appeals court overturned a ruling that led to the release of prominent pro-Palestinian protest leader Mahmoud Khalil, according to court documents filed Thursday, raising the prospect of his re-arrest.Khalil, a legal permanent resident in the United States who is married to a US citizen and has a US-born son, was detained by immigration authorities for three months beginning in March. He faced potential deportation for allegedly posing a threat to US foreign policy interests.
(2026-01-15). 75 Countries Blacklisted — What the New US Visa Suspension Really Means. thinktank.pk In a bold move that underscores the Trump administration's stringent approach to immigration reform, the United States has announced an indefinite suspension of immigrant visa processing for nationals from 75 countries. This policy, set to take effect on January 21, 2026, aims to curb the influx of individuals perceived as potential burdens on public resources. …
(2026-01-15). Beyond the Ballot: the Rise of Competitive Authoritarianism with Steven Gardiner. politicalresearch.org In this season finale episode, Koki talks to Steven Gardiner, PRA Principal Research Advisor, to reflect on the first year of Trump's second term and its implications for U.S. democracy. While the MAGA base remains about 15% of the U.S…
(2026-01-15). War Only Helps Iran's Leaders. counterpunch.org 
If President Donald Trump cares in the slightest about Iranian protestors — and our country — he must not attack or threaten to attack Iran. Doing so would be stupid and dangerous. It would likely strengthen Iran's repressive leaders. It would risk the lives of U.S. troops and citizens and others throughout the region in
(2026-01-15). Iran protest footage shows systematic lethal security crackdown. newarab.com 
Security forces in Iran repeatedly fired live ammunition and metal pellets The shocking footage, gathered from at least 10 cities, including Tehran, shows armed forces chasing fleeing demonstrators and shooting directly at them as they attempted to escape to safety. | Dozens of people are seen sufferi…
(2026-01-15). Greenland rejects Washington's takeover threat. ecns.cn The US desire to take over Greenland cannot be accepted under any circumstances, said Greenland's government on Monday.
(2026-01-15). The Supreme Court Just Made It Easier for Candidates to Challenge Election Laws. truthout.org Candidates for office are entitled to challenge the rules governing how votes are counted in their elections, the Supreme Court ruled in a 7-2 decision Wednesday, making it easier for candidates to bring such lawsuits. "Candidates have a concrete and particularized interest in the rules that govern the counting of votes in their elections, regardless whether those rules harm their electoral… |
(2026-01-15). Saturday 1/17: San Jose / Make Billionaires PAY! indybay.org Winchester Shopping Center Sign | 3137 Stevens Creek Blvd, San Jose, CA 95117…
(2026-01-15). This tech could keep EVs from stressing the grid — and save everyone money. grist.org 
If you're a typical American, you get home from work and start flipping switches and turning knobs — doing laundry, cooking dinner, watching TV. With so many other folks doing the same, the strain on the electrical grid in residential areas is highest at this time. That demand will only grow as the world moves away from fossil fuels, with more people buying induction stoves, heat pumps, and electric vehicles. | That's a challenge for utilities, which are already managing creaky grids across the United States, all while trying to meet a growing demand for power. So they're now trying to turn EVs from a bu…
(2026-01-15). Global pressure forces X to restrict Grok over sexualised deepfake images. tribune.com.pk 
Elon Musk's platform X on Wednesday announced measures to prevent its AI chatbot Grok from undressing images of real people, following global backlash over its generation of sexualized photos of women and children. | The announcement comes after California's attorney general launched an investigation into Musk's xAI ⚪ the developer of Grok ⚪ over the sexually explicit material and multiple countries either blocked access to the chatbot or launched their own probes. | X said it will "geoblock the ability" of all Grok and X users to create images of people in "bikinis, underwear, and similar attire" in those j…
(2026-01-15). Trump siphoned $500bn to Wall Street, with TRILLIONS planned for the rich. thecanary.co 
The Usual Suspects (1995) famously coined the phrase: "the greatest trick the devil ever pulled was convincing the world he didn't exist". US president Donald Trump has a great trick of his own, and it's convincing working class voters he's a man of the people. Once again, however, reality has come calling: üö®NEWS: The Fed […] | By
(2026-01-15). 24 years after 9/11, 15 Still Imprisoned In US Military Prison At Guantanamo. popularresistance.org On January 11, 2026, thousands of citizens of many countries held vigils for the 15 men still in the U.S. military prison at the U.S. Naval Base, Guantanamo, Cuba. As these citizens have done for over two decades, from London to Washington, DC to Honolulu, Hawaii, they are the voices of conscience for one of the most brutal episodes in U.S. history, the torture and imprisonment of hundreds of men who had nothing to do with the events of September 11, 2001. | 24 Years Ago, xxxx days ago | On January 11, 2002, twenty-four years ago, the first twenty detainees from Afghanistan arrived by military aircraft to the U.S…
(2026-01-15). Under the Sign of the Swastika: Italian Journalists Expose Neo-Nazi Terror in Drohobych, Western Ukraine. globalresearch.ca While global media remain focused exclusively on the front line, a hidden tragedy is unfolding in the rear cities of Western Ukraine. The Italian outlet International Reporters (IR Press) has published a shocking investigation into the situation in Drohobych, …
(2026-01-15). Global unemployment 'stable' in 2026. tribune.com.pk 
The global unemployment rate is expected to hold steady in 2026, the United Nations said Wednesday, but cautioned the labour market's seeming stability belies a dire shortage of decent jobs. | The UN's International Labour Organization said the global economy and labour market appeared to have weathered recent economic shocks better than expected. | But the ILO warned that efforts to improve global job quality had stagnated, leaving hundreds of millions of workers wallowing in poverty, even as trade uncertainty risked cutting into workers wages. | The global unemployment rate was estimated at 4.9 percent last…
(2026-01-15). U.K. probe finds in AI-based police ban on Maccabi Tel Aviv soccer fans. haaretz.com The decision to ban Maccabi Tel Aviv fans from the November UEFA Europa League soccer match with Aston Villa in Birmingham 'overstated the threat' posed by the fans, and 'understated the risk' posed to Israeli fans in the area, a probe ordered by British Home Secretary Shabana Mahmood found…
(2026-01-15). US imposes sanctions on Iran over crackdown on protesters. newarab.com 
(2026-01-15). Ronaldo shines, but Al-Nassr Vs Al-Hilal SPL match went other way. ummid.com Cristiano Ronaldo led Al Nassr suffered another setback after it was defeated by Al Hilal in the SPL 25/26 Group Match played at Kingdom Arena in Riyadh Monday January 12, 2026.
(2026-01-15). Trump nod to Russia Sanctions Bill proposing 500% tariff on India. ummid.com U.S. President Donald Trump has approved the 'Sanctioning Russia Act of 2025' which among other things proposes 500% tariff on India and other countries buying oil from Russia.
(2026-01-15). How Do We Break through the Veil of Hatred? "The Vast Majority of People in the US Want Peace" globalresearch.ca There's war everywhere. Not just on the Eastern Front. But also at home. A war that people out in the country don't want.
(2026-01-15). Astronauts leave International Space Station in first-ever medical evacuation. ecns.cn Four crew members departed the International Space Station (ISS) on Wednesday after a medical issue prompted their mission to be cut a month short — a first for the orbiting laboratory.
(2026-01-15). Cédric Durand: Michel Aglietta. newleftreview.org A tribute to the founder of the Parisian Regulation School of heterodox economics, with its striking combination of elite statistical training, rich conceptualizations and long-range economic history. Michel Aglietta's singular trajectory traced from radicalization in Algeria and 1960s Marxism to studies of China and green modelling.
(2026-01-15). Trump's Golden Dome plan puts Greenland on the brink, Europe warns of 'unprecedented fallout' | NATO. hindustantimes.com As Danish and Greenlandic leaders arrive in Washington to calm tensions, Donald Trump has detonated a new Arctic bombshell, declaring that U.S. control of Greenland is "vital" for national security and his proposed "Golden Dome" missile shield. Casting the island as the key to NATO's strength against Russia and China, he insists anything short of American ownership is unacceptable. But Copenhagen, Nuuk, Paris and Brussels are closing ranks, warning that seizing a NATO ally's territory would shatter…
(2026-01-15). The India I knew and The India I am living in. ummid.com Born and brought up in a typical Hindu home, where never was heard a word of hatred against other faiths; I am not able to relate to the present-day philosophy and practice of Hindutva.
(2026-01-15). AFCON 2025 Final: Morocco, Senegal faceoff on Sunday Jan 18. ummid.com Morocco defeated Nigeria, and Senegal trounced Egypt to reach the AFCON 2025 (Africa Cup of Nations) Final to be played at the Prince Moulay Abdellah Stadium in Rabat, Morocco Sunday January 18, 2026.
(2026-01-15). Israel's assaults on Palestinian Universities and targeting the Academic Sector. juancole.com — | Volker Türk
UN High Commissioner for Human Rights | Sidharto Reza Suryodipuro
President, UN Human Rights Council | Francesca Albanese
UN Special Rapporteur on the Occupied Palestinian Territories | Your Excellencies, Madam Special Rapporteur: | We write on behalf of the Board of Directors and the Committee on Academic Freedom (…
(2026-01-15). FLNKS sends in late request to join Paris talks on New Caledonia remotely. asiapacificreport.nz By Patrick Decloitre, RNZ Pacific correspondent French Pacific desk New Caledonia's pro-independence Kanak and Socialist National Liberation Front (FLNKS) has put in a late request to join talks on the territory's future remotely. The meeting, convened by French President Emmanuel Macron, is calling all politicians from the French Pacific territory back to the negotiating table.
(2026-01-15). The Congressional Pen our US House of Representatives and the "Peoples Department" – USDA. indybay.org The Congressional Pen, authorizing both statutory and appropriated spending, may one bright day provide a just and productive American Food System.
(2026-01-15). Stephen Miller Stupidly Claims ICE Agents Have Federal Immunity. Too Bad They Aren't Immune From Being Doxxed. newsone.com 
(2026-01-15). New York City nurses defiant on Day 3 of strike: "Everybody deserves health insurance" wsws.org Negotiations have been at an impasse, but on Wednesday night New York-Presbyterian Hospital System, the largest hospital in the country, announced that it would resume discussions with NYSNA on Thursday.
(2026-01-15). What Is BRICS Pay and How Does It Work. infobrics.org BRICS Pay is a proposed cross-border digital payment system being developed by the BRICS countries — Brazil, Russia, India, China, South Africa, as well as new members that have joined the bloc in recent years…
(2026-01-15). Racing toward the Great War. unitedworldint.com While the US tries to impose unipolarity, what limits will it face? By Onur Sinan Gàºzaltan The world is racing toward the Great War. Let's list the developments of the past month that can be seen as warning signs of a major war: — Russian President Putin's residence was targeted. In response, Russia struck Ukraine's …
(2026-01-15). Autopsy reveals Atlanta USPS worker Russell Scruggs, Jr. suffered "cardiac event" at work; Detroit worker Nick Acker died of mechanical asphyxiation. wsws.org While the manner of death can medically be classified as "natural," the circumstances leading up to Russell's death were entirely preventable.
(2026-01-15). Asteroid 2005 UK1 to fly within 0.08 AU of Earth Today. ummid.com Asteroid 2005 UK1, nicknamed nickname planet killer because of its huge size, will fly within 0.08 astronomical units AU, or sun-Earth distances) of Earth today i.e. Monday January 12, 2026.
(2026-01-15). Ukraine attacks Kazakh ship in the Black Sea. infobrics.org The attack appears to be part of a wave of provocations against Russia's economic partners.
(2026-01-15). Unpacked: Intel Core Ultra Series 3 CPUs built on Intel 18A. ummid.com Tech giant Intel Inc has unpacked Intel Core Ultra Series 3 processors, the first computer platform built on Intel 18A, at CES 2026.
(2026-01-15). China's Zhurong rover finds evidence of water activity on Mars 750 million years ago. ecns.cn Chinese scientists say data from the Zhurong Mars rover show signs of significant water-related activity on the planet's surface about 750 million years ago, far later than previously thought.
(2026-01-15). Lebanon charges four accused of kidnapping for Israel's Mossad. newarab.com 
Four people accused of a kidnapping in Lebanon for Israel has apprehended suspects in Lebanon before and Mossad is accused of regularly attempting to contact Lebanese people to facilitate its operations, while Lebanon has arrested dozens of people on suspicion of collaborating with Israel over the years. | Leba…
(2026-01-15). Wednesday 1/21: May Day Strong 2026: Organizing Webinar for Nationwide Workers Over Billionaires Protests. indybay.org Online organizing kickoff for May Day protests | Register here: www.crowdcast.io/c/mds2026/register…
(2026-01-15). Not Iran army, this special force to foil Trump attack…? Khamenei's '1 million troop' secret weapon. hindustantimes.com Despite sanctions, protests and sustained external pressure, Iran's ruling system continues to endure. A powerful security apparatus, control over key economic levers, regional deterrence, and the absence of a unified alternative help explain why the Iranian regime has survived so far.
(2026-01-15). Kevin Cox: South Africa In History's Shadow. newleftreview.org Why is South Africa seemingly still mired in the income and spatial segregation patterns of the apartheid era? Standard explanations focus on the ANC, either as too neoliberal or too statist. Kevin Cox looks instead at the making of classes—and expropriation of African farmers—in conditions of globalization's labour shock.
(2026-01-15). Macron Moves as Greenland, Iran Tensions Rise. moderndiplomacy.eu French President Emmanuel Macron convened an emergency defence cabinet in Paris to address two escalating international issues: U.S. President Donald Trump's stated intent to acquire Greenland and Iran's intensifying crackdown on nationwide protests. The meeting reflects growing European unease over both Arctic security and Middle Eastern instability. Ahead of the talks, Macron announced that French …
(2026-01-15). Artificial Intelligence an Asset, not a Substitute to Media. ummid.com Highlighting the possibilities and concerns of Artificial Intelligence (AI) dominating all walks of life in the world, senior analyst and columnist Asad Mirza said that AI is a tool for journalism, not a substitute.
(2026-01-15). Selected Articles: Record of Donald Trump's First Year in Office: Few Achievements, Much Division, Destruction and Aggression. globalresearch.ca 
(2026-01-15). Israel Reignites Its War with Hezbollah in Lebanon. moderndiplomacy.eu NEWS BRIEF Israel launched retaliatory strikes on Hezbollah targets across Lebanon on Thursday, accusing the Iranian-backed militant group of "repeated violations" of the 2024 ceasefire. The escalation increases pressure on Lebanon's fragile government, which faces U.S. and Israeli demands to disarm Hezbollah and fears a dramatic Israeli campaign to force its hand. WHAT HAPPENED WHY …
(2026-01-15). BRICS+: India and Russia Move to Consolidate Long-Term Economic Alignment. infobrics.org Following high-level consultations in Moscow, Indian officials highlighted significant progress in trade discussions with the Eurasian Economic Union (EAEU) and laid out a roadmap for expanded cooperation…
(2026-01-15). IDT CEO, Tebogo Malaka, resigns. sanews.gov.za IDT CEO, Tebogo Malaka, resigns | Minister of Public Works and Infrastructure, Dean Macpherson, has confirmed the resignation of Independent Development Trust (IDT) CEO, Tebogo Malaka, with effect from 31 January 2026. | Malaka was suspended in August last year, following the release of an independent report into the botched R836 million Pressure Swing Adsorption (PSA) oxygen plant project, which was intended to provide vital oxygen plants to hospitals across the country. | The report — drawn up by PricewaterhouseCoopers — recommended that Malaka face disciplinary action for her failure to prevent or…
(2026-01-15). America will pay for pushing India away. independent.co.ug 
COMMENT | BRAHMA CHELLANEY | At a time when US policy toward India has become distinctly punitive, Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi's warm reception of Russian President Vladimir Putin in New Delhi recently could not have been more pointed. Modi's message was clear: India is a sovereign power that will not be dragooned into choosing sides in …
(2026-01-15). On cam: Spooked by Khamenei's revenge threats, Trump backs out of…? Iran protests, USA, Israel. hindustantimes.com On television, Donald Trump claimed "very important sources on the other side" gave him updates regarding the planned executions of Iranian protesters, echoing Tehran's narrative about unrest being driven by armed elements and foreign plots. Trump also revealed what was USA's next line of action against Iran and its clerical rulers. Watch here.
(2026-01-15). From Palestine to Minneapolis, ICE and Israel use the same violent playbook. asiapacificreport.nz Renee Good, like many Palestinians before her, died because authoritarian forces decided she did not deserve to live, and because the entire legal and political structure exists to ensure those agents never face meaningful consequences for murder. ANALYSIS: By Ahmad Ibsais On January 7, ICE agents shot Renee Good three times through her car window…
(2026-01-15). Texas A&M censors Plato in massive course purge. wsws.org The purge follows the passage of Senate Bill 37 and is being used to impose sweeping political control over university curricula as part of a broader campaign of academic repression.
(2026-01-15). Claims of out-of-province recruitments for farming learnership false, says dept. sanews.gov.za Claims of out-of-province recruitments for farming learnership false, says dept | The North West Department of Agriculture and Rural Development has expressed concern at an audio recording circulating on various social media platforms. | This recording falsely claims that the department has recruited individuals from other provinces for a learnership programme at the Kgora Farmers Training Centre, suggesting that these individuals are receiving remuneration from the department. | "The department categorically rejects and distances itself from these allegations. The contents of the audio are false, misleading, an…
(2026-01-15). Chinese scientists achieve first direct observation of Migdal effect. ecns.cn Dark matter holds the key to understanding the origin and evolution of the universe.Chinese scientists have directly observed the long-theorized Migdal effect for the first time, marking a major breakthrough in the global quest to detect light dark matter.
(2026-01-15). Madison Sheahan: From ICE Official to Congressional Challenger. devdiscourse.com Madison Sheahan, who previously served as the Deputy Director of ICE, has resigned from her position to mount a Congressional challenge against Democrat Marcy Kaptur in Ohio's 9th House District.
(2026-01-15). Why Iran's latest protests could go further than the last. newarab.com 
(2026-01-15). Union calls for a complete move of Parliament within London during restoration. thecanary.co 
A union which represents people working in the UK Parliament has spoken out on their behalf. The GMB claims the Palace of Westminster is an unsafe workplace. And it would like the site to close fully during building works. Crucially, the union wants Parliament to use an alternative location within London, rather than going elsewhere […] | By
(2026-01-15). How Human Rights Watch Shattered Yugoslavia. covertactionmagazine.com On August 25th, this journalist documented how the 1975 Helsinki Accords transformed "human rights" into a highly destructive weapon in the West's imperial arsenal. At the forefront of this shift were organizations such as Amnesty International, and Helsinki Watch—the forerunner to Human Rights Watch. Supposedly independent reports published by these organizations became devastatingly effective tools …
(2026-01-15). Can Pakistan afford regime change in Iran? tribune.com.pk 
When Field Marshal General Syed Asim Munir was meeting US President Donald Trump in the White House in June last year, the Iran situation was still tantalisingly precarious. | There were still murmurs that Israel backed by the US would push for a regime change in Iran. But then within days of the field marshal's meeting with Trump, the situation de-escalated after Iran carried out largely symbolic air strikes on the US military base in Qatar. | The Iranian government survived. If sources and circumstantial evidence are to be believed, it was Pakistan's army chief's advice to Trump that led the US not to pull t…
(2026-01-15). Stop the ICE reign of terror in Minnesota! wsws.org In the week following the January 7 murder of Renée Nicole Good, Minneapolis has been occupied by thousands of federal paramilitary forces operating under the direction of the president.
(2026-01-15). Most Americans Condemn ICE's Murder of Renee Good. portside.org Most Americans Condemn ICE's Murder of Renee Good |
(2026-01-15). Germany and European powers back Trump's regime change plan in Iran. wsws.org Despite growing tensions between the US and Europe, the European powers have backed Washington and Tel Aviv's threats of war against Iran and the associated plans for regime change.
(2026-01-15). Australian Open tennis 2026: Key dates, draw, top seeds, prize money. aljazeera.com Who are the favourites? Will there be another Sincaraz final? Will Djokovic play? Al Jazeera has the answers.
(2026-01-15). Israeli soldier charged with spying for Iran in gigantic security breach. thecanary.co 
Israel's authorities have charged a Givati Brigade soldier with spying for Iran in what they describe as one of the most serious security breaches in the apartheid country's history. While the soldier has been in custody for four months, Israeli courts had subjected the case to a gagging order. This is a reflection of the […] | By
(2026-01-15). Carney Praises Xi, Signals New Era in Canada-China Ties. moderndiplomacy.eu Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney traveled to Beijing for a four-day visit, the first by a Canadian leader since 2017, aimed at recalibrating bilateral relations after years of tension under the Trudeau administration. Carney met with Chinese President Xi Jinping, Premier Li Qiang, and top legislator Zhao Leji, highlighting the "speed of progress" in restoring …
(2026-01-15). Cédric Durand: Michel Aglietta. newleftreview.org A tribute to the founder of the Parisian Regulation School of heterodox economics, with its striking combination of elite statistical training, rich conceptualizations and long-range economic history. Michel Aglietta's singular trajectory traced from radicalization in Algeria and 1960s Marxism to studies of China and green modelling.
(2026-01-15). Generation Jihad Mark Dubowitz: The regime clings to its ninth life. longwarjournal.org After military defeat abroad and at home, where the economy also has collapsed, the Islamic Republic is weaker than ever, and the Iranian people know it. The regime is facing a nationwide uprising unlike anything seen in decades, with Iranians across class, age, and ideology back in the streets. And they're no longer asking for reform—they're demanding an end to the Islamic Republic itself. | Meanwhile, President Trump warned that US military action is on the table if the regime slaughters protesters. As we record, a brutal crackdown is underway with reports of hundreds of Iranians killed and tens of thousa…
(2026-01-15). Health official held in Quetta over illegal transport of medicines. tribune.com.pk 
Quetta police have arrested the District Health Officer (DHO) of Washuk after recovering a large quantity of government-issued medicines from his vehicle during a late-night operation, officials said on Wednesday. | According to police, personnel from New Sariab police station were conducting strict vehicle checks at the Mian Ghundi checkpoint on Mastung Road at around 2am, after information that government medicines from other districts were being illegally transported to Quetta for sale. | The operation was led by SDPO Shalkot Attar Rasheed and SHO New Sariab Fateh Sher. During the check, police stopped a ve…
(2026-01-15). Trip.com faces potential fines in antitrust probe. ecns.cn Observers note similarities between the current case and previous antitrust investigations into Alibaba and Meituan in 2020 and 2021, which resulted in fines of 18.228 billion yuan (about $2.61 billion) and 3.442 billion yuan, respectively. The comparison has fueled expectations that Trip.com could face significant penalties if violations are confirmed.
(2026-01-15). Taiwan Signals More U.S. Arms Sales Ahead Amid Rising China Threat. moderndiplomacy.eu Taiwan is set to receive additional U.S. arms packages, with four deals pending formal notification to Congress, a senior Taiwanese defence official confirmed. This follows December's announcement of an $11 billion arms sale the largest ever to the island. The United States remains Taiwan's primary arms supplier and international backer, despite the absence of formal …
(2026-01-15). 4.2-magnitude earthquake triggers sirens in Dead Sea, southern Negev areas. haaretz.com Home Front Command sounded sirens after an earthquake shook the area of the Dead Sea and the southern Negev. According to the Geological Survey of Israel, the earthquake which struck at 9 A.M. on Thursday, measured magnitude 4.2…
(2026-01-15). Thursday 1/22: January Community Call: Reporting back from Kairos Palestine. indybay.org Online | christiansforafreepalestine.com/events/j……
(2026-01-15). The Pakistan-Saudi-Turkey Axis: A Draft for a New Regional Order. moderndiplomacy.eu NEWS BRIEF Pakistan, Saudi Arabia, and Turkey have prepared a draft trilateral defense agreement after nearly a year of talks, according to Pakistan's defense production minister, signaling a move to create a new regional security bloc independent of Western alliances. While Turkish officials confirmed talks but said no deal has been signed, the potential pact …
(2026-01-15). An Open Letter to the People of the United States from President Nicolas Maduro. Washington "Wants to Invade and Intervene" globalresearch.ca We live today a historical trance. There are days that will define the future of our countries between war and peace. Your national representatives of Washington want to bring to their borders the same hatred that they planted in Vietnam.
(2026-01-15). KEAM 2026 application underway, Last date January 31. ummid.com The Office of the Commissioner for Entrance Examinations (CEE) Government of Kerala has started through its official website cee.kerala.gov.in from January 05, 2026 receiving Online Application for KEAM 2026.
(2026-01-15). Legacy Media Screams, and the Truth is Buried. globalresearch.ca As Legacy media screams in chorus that the Iranian government is brutal and that it is killing its own people, Westerners with an ounce of geopolitical awareness should pause and realize that they have seen all of this before. Some …
(2026-01-15). Energy wisdom is lacking among public officials. onlineopinion.com.au Those running for public office should be given the opportunity to share their energy wisdom in public debates.
(2026-01-15). Morocco and Senegal celebrate advancing to the AFCON final showdown. aljazeera.com Senegal will now face host nation Morocco in the final, following Morocco's penalty shootout triumph over Nigeria.
(2026-01-15). Iranian Intelligence Seizes US-Made Weapons, Explosives. popularresistance.org Iranian intelligence has announced the seizure of guns, ammunition, and over 200 kilograms of explosives from foreign-backed cells that participated in the instigation of riots across the country. Many of these arms are US-built weapons that were seized from "militants" who had hidden them in homes across Iran, the Intelligence Ministry said on 13 January. | State television also reported that several "terrorist groups" linked to Israel were detained in the southeastern city of Zahedan. | According to Sepah News, armed groups linked to Israel — which recently infiltrated Iran through its eastern borders [md…
(2026-01-15). Australia: Bondi terror attack meeting attendees denounce Labor's anti-protest laws. wsws.org "They've taken this tragedy as an opportunity to crack down on pro-Palestine, anti-Zionist movements and free speech."
(2026-01-15). Sound Grammar: The Best Jazz Albums of 2025. counterpunch.org 
Jazz is music made in the moment and our moment is an increasingly perilous one. As a writer trying to keep up, I often feel as if I've exhausted the power of words to describe where we are, how we got here and where we're going. There's only so much you can say in response to every new outrage, trauma and travesty without repeating yourself and coming face-to-face with your own impotence. But music goes where words can't. Music gives expression to the ineffable. Jazz especially connects at the level of emotions and deep, even subliminal, feelings. Jazz is capable of communicating outrage, fear, despair, grief, j…
(2026-01-15). Government ignoring SEND parents over SATS harm. thecanary.co 
The government is ignoring parents over the harm that SATS exams are doing to children with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND). View this post on Instagram A post shared by MoreThanAScore (@morethanascore_) SEND children abandoned Back in November, 20 SEND groups dispatched a letter to Bridget Phillipson MP, Secretary of State for […] | By
(2026-01-15). India, Nigeria Geo-Political, Economic and Cultural Similarities. ummid.com The geo-political, economic and cultural similarities that exist between India and Nigeria present a great opportunity for each of them to benefit from the other's strengths.
(2026-01-15). Musk's Grok barred from undressing images after global backlash. ecns.cn The Grok app against the backdrop of search results displayed on the social media platform X.In an "extra layer of protection," image creation and the ability to edit photos via X's Grok account was now only available to paid subscribers, the statement added.
(2026-01-15). Madhya Pradesh: The System Operating Without Accountability. ummid.com Madhya Pradesh is facing a harsh reality these days. Even the most basic needs of common people are not safe anymore.
(2026-01-15). Nic Johnson: What The Thunder Said. newleftreview.org Nic Johnson on Melinda Cooper, Counterrevolution. Neoliberalism as programme to head off the radical potential of the Keynesian state.
(2026-01-15). Canadian PM Carney opens landmark visit to reset ties with China. albawaba.com ALBAWABA- Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney arrived in Beijing to begin a four-day official visit aimed at reviving and redefining Canada—China relations, the first such trip by a Canadian leader since 2017.Carney is scheduled to hold talks with Li and President Xi Jinping, focusing on trade, energy, agriculture, and security cooperation, as Ottawa seeks to move past years of diplomatic strain and expand economic engagement.Upon arrival, Carney wrote on X: "Just landed in Beijing. The relationship between Canada and China has created opportunities and prosperity on both sides of the Pacific. We're ready t…
(2026-01-15). Friday 1/16: Protest genocide at the israeli consulate in SF. indybay.org 456 Montgomery St | San Francisco…
(2026-01-15). Iran edges towards North Korea model internet amid protests. newarab.com 
(2026-01-15). Festive season stats show a 5% reduction in fatal crashes. sanews.gov.za Festive season stats show a 5% reduction in fatal crashes | Preliminary data from the 2025/26 Festive Season Road Safety Campaign indicates a five percent reduction in both fatalities and crashes when compared to the same period last year. | "This year, a total of 1 427 fatalities were recorded from 1 172 crashes this year. The data shows that the 2025/26 festive season recorded the lowest number of crashes in five years, and the same number of fatalities as in the 2023/24 festive season," Minister of Transport, Barbara Creecy, said on Thursday, in Pretoria. | The Minister, together with Deputy Minister, Mkhuleko…
(2026-01-15). Adelaide Writers' Week cancelled, new board apologises for censorship of Randa Abdel-Fattah. wsws.org South Australian Labor Premier Peter Malinauskas has intensified his vicious denunciations of the Palestinian academic and writer.
(2026-01-15). Why Iran regime's potential collapse spells more risk than benefit for Turkey. al-monitor.com Iran's leadership faces its most serious unrest in years, and rising Kurdish mobilization makes the prospect of regime collapse particularly risky for Turkey.
(2026-01-15). IHC orders CDA to halt tree cutting in Islamabad amid public outcry. tribune.com.pk 
The Islamabad High Court has ordered the Capital Development Authority (CDA) to immediately stop the cutting of trees in the federal capital. | The directive was issued on Thursday by Justice Khadim Hussain Soomro during a hearing on a petition filed by Muhammad Naveed Ahmed, who challenged what he described as the illegal felling of trees in Islamabad. | During the proceedings, the petitioner's lawyer, Mudassar Latif Abbasi, argued that trees were being cut in violation of existing laws and regulations. He said the practice was contributing to environmental degradation and amounted to a breach of the Pakistan…
(2026-01-15). Ukraine declares state of emergency in energy sector. albawaba.com ALBAWABA- Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy announced a state of emergency in the country's energy sector, citing severe disruptions from Russian attacks and worsening winter conditions. The measure, with a focus on Kyiv, aims to address widespread blackouts, heating shortages, and water supply disruptions affecting millions amid subzero temperatures. Zelenskyy said a permanent coordination headquarters would operate in the capital around the clock, directing repair efforts across energy companies, utilities, and the State Emergency Service.First Deputy Prime Minister and newly appointed Energy Minister Den…
(2026-01-15). AW call for submissions: Gospel of All Creatures. anabaptistworld.org Some early Anabaptists espoused a "gospel of all creatures," as the natural world reveals God's character. What does this concept mean to you?
(2026-01-15). Prosecutors Resign As DOJ Pressures Them To Investigate Widow. popularresistance.org US Attorney Joe Thompson and five other prosecutors have reportedly quit the US Department of Justice (DOJ) following undue pressure to investigate Renee Good and those around her, including her grieving widow. Six federal prosecutors have quit the DOJ in a shared refusal to ignore political interference from the Trump administration. Reports suggest that an investigation was ordered into Renee Good and associations, with a clear intention to investigate Good's widow instead of the ICE agents responsible for her murder. | This comes after reports that Trump's MAGA officials have resisted a civil rights investigat…
(2026-01-15). Analysts believe sleeping Trump farted in front of young girls. thecanary.co 
Armchair analysts have decided that Donald Trump fell asleep and farted in an Oval Office meeting. Can we confirm those reports? Sadly not; not until the deep state gives us access to their smell-o-vision technology, anyway. For now, people will have to look at the following video to come to their own conclusion: Just after […] | By
(2026-01-15). Russia won't back down with Iran as Trump ramps up pressure, Lavrov says US undermines world | Watch. hindustantimes.com Russia has strongly condemned recent U.S. threats to launch military action against Iran, calling them "categorically unacceptable" and a gross violation of international law and norms. Russian officials, including Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov, assert that Washington's rhetoric undermines global stability, weakens the international order, and damages the U.S. image. Moscow also stressed that no outside power should interfere in Iran's internal affairs and reaffirmed its commitment to working with Tehran on bilateral agreements, while warning that escalation could have serious regional and global consequences.
(2026-01-15). Chinese Go legend Nie Weiping passes away. ecns.cn Nie Weiping, an iconic Chinese professional Go player and honorary president of the Chinese Weiqi Association, passed away in Beijing at the age of 73 on Wednesday, Xinhua News Agency reported.
(2026-01-15). Iran reopens airspace after closure to most flights amid US attack threats. aljazeera.com Airspace restrictions come amid fears that US President Donald Trump could attack Iran.
(2026-01-15). Everyone Wants Peace Until They Get Hit With The War Propaganda. caitlinjohnstone.com.au Everyone's anti-war until the war propaganda starts. | Every normal person will tell you they want peace and abhor mass-scale violence. Then the mass media start doing what they always do and churning out stories about atrocities in an empire-targeted nation, and all of a sudden people find themselves supporting airstrikes on that nation's capital, and believing they came to that position all on their own. | This happens because most people are unaware that the western news media do not exist to repo…
(2026-01-15). 6 in 10 Americans Say They're Skeptical of Fed Inquiry Into ICE Agent's Killing of Renee Good. truthout.org New polling indicates that a majority of Americans believe the killing of Minneapolis resident Renee Nicole Good by an Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agent was not justified, and do not trust the federal government to conduct its own investigation into the killing. A CNN/SSRS poll published on Wednesday shows that 52 percent of Americans believe that the Trump administration's… |
(2026-01-15). Germany, France to send troops to Greenland after Trump's remarks. geo.tv 
(2026-01-15). Drought Threatens Argentine Corn and Soybean Harvest Amid Record Projections. devdiscourse.com Argentina's agricultural heartland is experiencing limited and scattered rainfall, sparking concerns about the potential impact on the 2025/26 corn and soybean crops. January's dry spell has raised alarms among meteorologists and agricultural exchanges over the future of these crucial exports, especially given the earlier forecasts of a record harvest.
(2026-01-15). Sunday 4/5: Shut Down Drone Warfare Spring Action in New Mexico (4/5-4/11). indybay.org Holloman Air Force Base, Southern New Mexico | (The largest drone training base in the U.S.
(2026-01-15). Vicepresidenta española critica a UE por pasividad ante Trump. radiohc.cu La vicepresidenta segunda del Gobierno de España, Yolanda Díaz, criticó este miércoles a la Unión Europea (UE) por su pasividad ante las amenazas de Estados Unidos a la estabilidad mundial. | Díaz se refirió concretamente al mandatario estadounidense, Donald Trump, por su errática política exterior, al tiempo que calificó de dislate la postura del secretario general de la OTAN, Mark Rutte, acerca del tema de Groenlandia. | En entrevista con el espacio La Hora de la Uno de TVE, la también ministra del Trabajo y fundadora del grupo Sumar, recalcó la importancia de que el jefe del Gobierno, Pedro Sánchez, y el líder…
(2026-01-15). En Cuba informan resultados de consulta del Programa de Gobierno. radiohc.cu 
El miembro del Buró Político del Partido Comunista de Cuba (PCC), Manuel Marrero Cruz, primer ministro de la República presentó este miércoles, en una sesión del Consejo de Estado, los resultados de la consulta popular del Programa de Gobierno y las proyecciones para el 2026. | Este proceso culmina con la publicación del documento actualizado, informó el sitio oficial del Parlamento cubano. | La sesión ordinaria, primera del año, fue encabezada por el presidente del Consejo de Estado, Esteban Lazo Hernández, y contó con la participación de Miguel Díaz-Canel, primer secretario del Comité Central del PCC y presiden…
(2026-01-15). EEUU, Israel y la cruzada contra Irán. radiohc.cu Al cierre de 2025, los gobiernos de los EEUU e Israel estaban inmersos en la implementación de una guerra híbrida contra la República Islámica de Irán, cuyo punto culminante lo testimoniamos con la denominada Guerra de los 12 días; episodio bélico generado por Tel Aviv y respaldado por Washington, que estuvo enfocado en la destrucción de la infraestructura vinculada al proyecto nuclear civil. | Medio año después, sin haber alcanzado el objetivo citado, Tel Aviv y Washington aspiran lograr un resultado más allá del interés pretendido, al proponerse un cambio de régimen, aprovechándose de las manifestaciones civile…
(2026-01-15). Cuba no se opone a ninguna ayuda, sin condicionamiento. radiohc.cu Comunicado del Ministerio de Relaciones Exteriores de la República de Cuba | El gobierno de EE.UU. está aprovechando con fines oportunistas y de manipulación política lo que parecería un gesto humanitario. | En el marco del intenso esfuerzo de recuperación que de inmediato se inició en Cuba a raíz del paso del huracán Melissa por el territorio nacional el 29 de octubre de 2025, y de la asistencia solidaria que también llegó desde el primer momento, el gobierno de EE.UU. proclamó la intención de enviar ayuda humanitaria. | Han pasado 77 días. El 14 de enero, el Departamento de Estado de ese país comunicó públicame…
(2026-01-15). Con filo: øCómo está tu madre, Trump? cubadebate.cu México, Colombia, Cuba… hasta Groenlandia: pareciera que cualquier lugar del mundo pudiera ser intervenido por un envalentonado Donald Trump. En el caso de nosotros, ante la pregunta de qué sanciones o qué mecanismos de presión iban a implementar para terminar de asfixiarnos, admitió que solo les quedaba bombardearnos.
(2026-01-15). Fidel, el arte de la palabra: Oportunidades a la inteligencia (+ Video). cubadebate.cu Al leer hoy el discurso que ofreció ese día 15 de enero de 1960, es posible constatar cuán tempranamente Fidel era ya un orador prominente, un líder gigante; pero, también, un hombre de pensamiento profundo. Esta fue la mítica ocasión en la que acuñó para siempre la identidad entre el futuro de Cuba y su desarrollo científico…
(2026-01-15). Kruger National Park prioritises safety of tourists amid floods. sanews.gov.za Kruger National Park prioritises safety of tourists amid floods | Minister of Tourism Patricia de Lille says the precautionary evacuation of tourists at the Kruger National Park, due to ongoing heavy rainfall, will ensure the safety and well-being of its visitors and staff members. | In a statement on Thursday, the Minister expressed her solidarity with tourists affected by the flooding in the park, which resulted in the precautionary evacuation of visitors from affected areas. | "We recognise that this situation has been distressing for tourists whose travel plans have been disrupted, and we thank them for their…
(2026-01-15). Europeus recusam comprar armas americanas para Ucrânia. globalresearch.ca A sede por armas do regime de Kiev parece ilimitada. Em uma declaraàßà£o recente, o presidente ilegítimo da Ucrânia, Vladimir Zelensky, queixou-se da incapacidade dos parceiros ocidentais de enviar à Ucrânia a quantidade necessária de armas para continuar a guerra …
(2026-01-15). Four Arab states urged against US-Iran escalation, official says. al-monitor.com By Maha El Dahan and Andrew MillsDUBAI, Jan 15 (Reuters) – Four Arab states conducted intense diplomacy with the United States and Iran this week to prevent a threatened U.S. attack on Iran over Tehran's use of force against protesters that they feared would have impacts across the region, a Gulf official said.Saudi Arabia, Qatar, Oman and Egypt were involved in the diplomacy over 48 hours before U.S. President Donald Trump signalled on Thursday that he had ultimately decided against an attack for now, saying the killings in Iran were easing.
(2026-01-15). María Haro Sly: Sprawl as Subject. newleftreview.org María Haro Sly on Carlos Pagni, El Nudo. The Buenos Aires periphery as a political subject, from the early workers' movement to Javier Milei.