(2026-04-20). Vance has not yet left for Iran talks in Pakistan, source says. al-monitor.com WASHINGTON, April 20 (Reuters) – Vice President JD Vance is still in the United States and has not yet departed for Pakistan, a source familiar with the matter told Reuters, as prospects for a second round of negotiations with Iran remain unclear.President Donald Trump has said he would send a U.S. delegation to Pakistan for additional talks before a ceasefire is set to expire in the coming days. Iran is considering attending the peace talks, a senior Iranian official told Reuters on Monday, but no decision had been made.
(2026-04-20). Israel demolishes south Lebanon homes as talks to happen 'soon'. newarab.com 
The Israeli military has continued to demolish homes in occupied southern Lebanon, as the two countries prepare for a second round of talks this week amid a From Sunday night into early Monday, Israeli forces blew up residential buildings in the villages of Shamaa, Naqoura and Bayyada in the Tyre district, while a strike hit the village of Tayri in Bint Jbeil district. The Israeli army claimed it targeted rocket launchers in a strike on the village of Burj Qalawiya. | Despite a US-brokered truce…
aljazeera.com (2026-04-20). 'Technofascism': Critics accuse Palantir of pushing AI war doctrine
A book coauthored by a cofounder of Palantir, a leading defence and intelligence software firm in the United States, has prompted outcry from detractors who say it lays out a "manifesto" for the weaponisation of artificial intelligence by the US and its allies.
(2026-04-20). IDF says it is investigating soldier who smashed Jesus statue in southern Lebanon. haaretz.com The IDF said that an initial examination determined that the photograph is authentic, adding that 'the soldier's conduct is wholly inconsistent with the values expected of its troops.' Israeli strikes have reportedly hit many religious sites in Lebanon…
(2026-04-20). Little faith in south Lebanon that ceasefire will last. newarab.com 
When a truce came into effect at midnight on 17 April, Everyone told The New Arab they were exhausted from displacement and war. For more than six weeks, Israel unleashed its assault on the country, killing 2,100 people and displacing over 1.1 million people. |
(2026-04-20). The battle for Bint Jbeil: Israel's war on south Lebanon. newarab.com 
On the eve of rare direct negotiations last week, the first in decades between Israel and Lebanon, Israeli forces said they had encircled the south Lebanon town of Located just kilometres from the border with Israel, the town has become one of the most critical symbolic and strategic battlefields during the war, as Israel seeks to Fierce close…
(2026-04-20). Anger as Israeli soldier smashes Jesus statue in south Lebanon. newarab.com 
An image of an Israeli soldier vandalising a The incident appeared to show the soldier using a sledgehammer to smash the head of a statue of Jesus in the
(2026-04-20). Lebanon, Israel reach ceasefire deal. ummid.com In a major development to contain the raging war in the Middle East, Lebanon and Israel have reached a ceasefire deal.
(2026-04-20). Lebanon president says aiming to end hostilities with Israel talks. al-monitor.com Lebanese President Joseph Aoun said Monday that planned talks with Israel aim to end hostilities and the occupation in the south, even as Hezbollah and its supporters rejected the negotiations.Hezbollah lawmaker Hassan Fadlallah told AFP it was in Aoun's and Lebanon's "interest" to withdraw from the talks, however adding that his group also wanted a ceasefire to last.US President Donald Trump on Friday announced a 10-day truce pausing more than six weeks of war between Hezbollah and Israel.
(2026-04-20). Hezbollah leader vows to retaliate against Israeli ceasefire violations, seeks fresh start with Lebanese government. ecns.cn Hezbollah's leader Naim Qassem said on Saturday the ceasefire with Israel must mean a complete halt to aggression, warning the group will retaliate against Israeli violations in southern Lebanon.
(2026-04-20). The BBC interviewed me about Lebanon — then distorted everything. thecanary.co 
The BBC interviewed me about the war on Lebanon. By the end of it, I felt used. It felt dirty. They approached me through BBC London. The angle was: how the Israeli war on Lebanon is affecting Londoners with family back home. I accepted, cautiously. BBC wants my photos They asked me to send photos […] | By
(2026-04-20). 87 Intl. lawyers denounce US-Israeli war on Iran, Lebanon. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Apr. 20 (MNA) — A number of 87 international lawyers have issued a joint statement, calling the US-Israeli war of aggression against Iran and Lebanon 'a gross violation of international law and a clear instance of the crime of aggression.'
(2026-04-20). Iranian army: U.S. violated truce by firing at ship, drones attacked U.S. ships. haaretz.com
(2026-04-20). Outrage after Israeli soldier desecrates statue of Jesus Christ in Lebanon. aljazeera.com
(2026-04-20). Life in Lebanon: Israeli destruction forces many to leave south Lebanon. ecns.cn Thousands of Lebanese citizens uprooted by the war are returning to their homes, as a fragile ceasefire continues to hold between Hezbollah and Israel. Many, however, are finding the living conditions difficult. Adel EL Mahrouky reports from southern Lebanon.
(2026-04-20). Outrage as Trump disguises himself as Jesus Christ, mocks Pope. ummid.com A massive outrage erupted on Sunday April 12, 2026 — the Orthodox Easter Day, after U.S. President Donald Trump disguised himself as Jesus Christ and mocked Pope Leo XIV.
(2026-04-20). Catholics finally splitting with Trump over Iran war and Israel. responsiblestatecraft.org In 2024, President Donald Trump handily beat Vice President Kamala Harris with Catholic voters by a 12-point margin.Almost a year-and-a-half into Trump's second term, he began attacking Pope Leo XIV, personally and aggressively. Then he shared an image depicting himself as Jesus Christ, days after his defense secretary called for war in the name of Jesus Christ. Between Trump's second inauguration in January 2025 and today, tensions have steadily grown between the president and the Catholic strain of his coalition. This relationship started ripping apart during Israel's brutal war against Gaza and is now shat…
(2026-04-20). What is really happening in northern Nigeria. aljazeera.com There is no US-led conspiracy or a 'Christian genocide'. There is an insurgency that has adapted.
(2026-04-20). Mojtaba's 'mosquito boats' turn into Trump's nightmare in Hormuz Strait as US blockade 'flops' | Iran. hindustantimes.com Even as Donald Trump claimed Iran's navy was "obliterated," analysts warn a new threat is emerging in the Strait of Hormuz. Iran's IRGC has deployed a "mosquito fleet" of small, fast attack boats, drones, and coastal missiles that are cheap, agile, and hard to detect. These units have already disrupted shipping lanes, slowing global trade and raising insurance costs. Experts say Iran does not need to fully block Hormuz to exert pressure—just make it dangerous enough. With one-fifth of global oil flowing through the strait, even minor disruptions carry massive global consequences.
(2026-04-20). Trump: New deal with Iran will be better than old one. al-monitor.com WASHINGTON, April 20 (Reuters) – President Donald Trump said on Monday he believed a nuclear deal the U.S. is currently negotiating with Iran will be better than a 2015 international agreement to curb Tehran's nuclear program."The DEAL that we are making with Iran will be FAR BETTER than the JCPOA, commonly referred to as 'The Iran Nuclear Deal'," Trump wrote in a social media post after concerns expressed by Democrats and some nuclear experts that he is rushing negotiations on a highly complex topic.
(2026-04-20). 65 yrs after first one, Trump's 'Bay of Pigs' may take many forms. responsiblestatecraft.org Sixty-five long years after the Kennedy White House launched a CIA-led paramilitary invasion at the Bahia de Cochinos, the specter of that failed attack haunts the current crisis in US-Cuba relations. Almost daily the Trump administration has escalated its threats to once again use military force in an attempt to overthrow the Cuban government; the White House has now issued a directive to the Pentagon to be ready. "Military planning for a possible Pentagon-led operation in Cuba is quietly ramping up, in case President Donald Trump gives an order to intervene," USA Today reported just this week.Trump has give…
(2026-04-20). Trump threatens to bomb Iran's power plants and bridges after IRGC closes the Strait of Hormuz. wsws.org In Truth Social posts Saturday night and Sunday morning, Trump wrote that unless Iran accepts his terms, "the United States is going to knock out every single Power Plant, and every single Bridge, in Iran."
(2026-04-20). Confused closures and opaque openings: continuing dramas in the Hormuz Strait. onlineopinion.com.au The Strait of Hormuz isn't reopened, it's contested, armed and volatile. Trump's claims lasted barely a news cycle.
(2026-04-20). The world desperately needs to decarbonize shipping. Can nations find a consensus? grist.org The shipping industry has been facing an acute crisis. For the first time in modern history, both of the Middle East's critical waterways — the Strait of Hormuz and
(2026-04-20). Tit-for-tat blockades once again cripple traffic in Hormuz. al-monitor.com Traffic once again seized up in the Strait of Hormuz as both Tehran and Washington imposed separate blockades, with Iranian vessels continuing to test the US shutdown, tracking data showed Monday.Iran announced on Friday that it would reopen the strategic waterway, but the United States did not reciprocate for vessels going to and from Iranian ports.Dozens of commercial vessels passed through the strait before Iran reclosed the passage on Saturday, later warning that any approaching ship would be treated as a target.
(2026-04-20). Iran war escalates as Houthis threaten to sever Saudi oil exports. scmp.com Yemen's Tehran-aligned Houthi movement has threatened to besiege a second key Middle East waterway as Iran launched drone attacks against US Navy vessels in the Strait of Hormuz over the weekend after a diplomatic effort to end the war appeared to collapse. | A closure of the Bab el-Mandeb Strait, which connects the Red Sea to the Indian Ocean, would effectively sever Saudi Arabia's only remaining oil export route.
(2026-04-20). Oil prices jump about 5% over US action. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Apr. 20 (MNA) — Oil prices jumped about 5% in Monday after the US Navy action in continued its naval bolckade against Iran and closure of Strait of Hormuz.
(2026-04-20). Analysis-Gulf worries US-Iran talks may cement grip on Hormuz. al-monitor.com By Samia NakhoulDUBAI, April 20 (Reuters)- – A warning by former Russian president Dmitry Medvedev has crystallised fears among Gulf states that reopening the Strait of Hormuz may be the most Iran-U.S. talks can achieve, falling short of the broader de-escalation they regard as vital.Officials and analysts expect the next round of negotiations, due in Islamabad, will focus increasingly not on Iran's missiles or regional proxies but on uranium enrichment limits and how to handle Iran's leverage over the Strait, the world's most critical oil shipping route.
(2026-04-20). Iran pulling Hormuz to maximum in US standoff. al-monitor.com Iran is banking on the Strait of Hormuz as its main card in any peace negotiations with the United States, but using the waterway as leverage is not without risk for the Islamic republic.Iran had for decades talked up the threat of blocking the strait, which is a critical chokepoint for global energy supplies.With the US and Israel launching a surprise war on Iran on February 28 and killing supreme leader Ali Khamenei, Tehran finally made good on those threats and brought the vital waterway to a standstill.
(2026-04-20). Xi says normal passage through Strait of Hormuz should be maintained. ecns.cn Chinese President Xi Jinping on Monday said normal passage through the Strait of Hormuz should be maintained.
(2026-04-20). Iran to soon respond to US military's armed piracy. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Apr. 20 (MNA) — The spokesman of Khatam al-Anbiya Central Headquarters announced that Iran will soon retaliate for the US military's armed piracy in the Sea of Oman.
(2026-04-20). World weighs fate of Mideast ceasefire after US seizes Iranian cargo ship. tribune.com.pk 
Concerns grew on Monday that the ceasefire between the United States and Iran might not hold after the US said it had seized an Iranian cargo ship that tried to run its blockade and Iran vowed to retaliate. | Efforts to build a more lasting peace in the region likewise appeared to be on shaky ground, as Iran said it would not participate in a second round of negotiations that the US had hoped to kick off before the ceasefire expires on Tuesday. | The US has maintained a blockade of Iranian ports, while Iran has lifted and then reimposed its own blockade on marine traffic passing thro…
(2026-04-20). Iran vows retaliation for 'maritime piracy' after US seizes ship. newarab.com 
Tehran said the incident amounted to "maritime piracy" after US forces opened fire on the ship, disabled it, and boarded it. | Colonel Ebrahim Zolfaghari, spokesman for the Iranian Armed Forces, said Washington had "violated the ceasefire and committed an act of maritime piracy after opening…
(2026-04-20). Iran Warns of Imminent Response to US Piracy. english.almanar.com.lb The spokesman for Iran's Khatam al-Anbia Central Headquarters warned that the latest act of "piracy" by US military forces against an Iranian trade vessel will soon be met with retaliation. "The aggressive United States, by violating the ceasefire and engaging in maritime banditry, attacked one of Iran's commercial ships in the waters of the Sea …
(2026-04-20). Iran, Russia FMs hold phone call. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Apr. 20 (MNA) — Iranian Foreign Minister Seyed Abbas Araghchi and Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov held a telephone conversation on Monday.
(2026-04-20). Mass protests by workers in northern India against price hikes due to US-Israeli war against Iran. wsws.org Tens of thousands of unorganized workers are demanding substantial wage increases to keep up with spiking rent, utilities and food costs.
(2026-04-20). Iran's Remarkable Resilience Against US-Israeli Joint Aggression. ummid.com As tensions intensify between Iran, Israel, and the United States, one thing has become increasingly clear: Iran has managed not only to respond to sustained pressure but to endure it far longer than many analysts had anticipated.
(2026-04-20). Liberals need to reconsider loyalty to the American Alliance. onlineopinion.com.au The honour, respect, and support for the American Alliance has been greatly dissipated by Donald Trump's tariffs, the Iran war, and unconditional support for Israel.
(2026-04-20). Pope Leo vs US President Donald Trump. ummid.com Pope Leo's sharp criticism of war, sectarian manipulation and the political misuse of religion has cast fresh attention on the narratives shaping the US-Israel confrontation with Iran.
(2026-04-20). Iran executes 2 over Israel spy links, opposition rejects claim. newarab.com 
Iran executed two men convicted of cooperating with Mizan said the two, identified as Mohammad Masoum Shahi and Hamed Validi, were accused of belonging to a spy network linked to Mossad and had received training abroad, including in Iraq's Kurdi…
(2026-04-20). 2 spies convicted of cooperation with Mossad hanged in Iran. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Apr. 20 (MNA) — Two men convicted of spying for the Israeli Mossad spy agency were executed in Iran after the Supreme Court upheld their sentences following the completion of all legal procedures.
(2026-04-20). Ervand Abrahamian: Iran Under Fire. newleftreview.org One of modern Iran's leading historians provides a critical anatomy of the power structures of the Islamic Republic, on the eve of war—and a scathing denunciation of the long-incubated American-Israeli assault on the country, calculated to bring about Syria-style disintegration and civil war.
(2026-04-20). Over 3,300 Iranians martyred in US-Israel attack. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Apr. 20 (MNA) — Iran's forensic authority says at least 3,375 people, including hundreds of children, have been martyred during the recent 40 days of unprovoked war of aggression waged by the United States and the Israeli regime against Iran.
(2026-04-20). Iran stands resolute in face of enemies' brutality, barbarism. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Apr. 20 (MNA) —Hailing the bravery of Iranian nurses and physicians in rescuing newborns and patients during the US-Israeli attack on a hospital in Tehran, a foreign ministry official said Iran has stood resolute in face of enemy's brutality.
(2026-04-20). Tax the Corporations Cashing in on War. juancole.com By | ( This dynamic has been on full display since President Trump's attack on Iran. | Trump's invasion of one of the world's most oil…
(2026-04-20). Iran delays response to US attack on ship for family safety. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Apr. 20 (MNA) — Spokesperson for Khatam al-Anbiya Central Headquarters has said that the country's response to a US naval attack on Iranian container vessel "Touska" in the Gulf of Oman has been put off to ensure safety of crew's families.
(2026-04-20). Makan Nasiri: Lost at School. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Apr. 20 (MNA) — Among the children massacred by a US missile attack on Shajareh Tayyebeh elementary school in Minab, southern Iran, was a 7-year-old boy named Makan Nasiri.
(2026-04-20). 3 arrested after arson attack on London-based Iran International. CPJ Staff
(2026-04-20). US indulges in maritime terrorism, attacks Iranian commercial vessel in violation of ceasefire. coastaldigest.com
(2026-04-20). Iran talks in doubt as Tehran vows to boycott Islamabad meeting. newarab.com 
Iran will not send a delegation to a Speaking at a press conference on Monday morning, foreign ministry spokesperson Esmail Bagahei said there were no plans "for now" for another round of talks with the US. | Bagahei said Tehran had submitted a 10-point proposal as a basis for discussi…
(2026-04-20). US Seizes Iranian Vessel: Question Mark over Islamabad Talks. juancole.com Ann Arbor (Informed Comment) — The engine room of the Iranian Panamax-sized container ship Touska, on its way from China to Bandar Abbas in Iran, was fired on by a U.S. Navy destroyer, the USS Spruance, on Sunday. Thereafter marines boarded the vessel by helicopter and took control of it. | pic.twitter.com/mFxI5RzYCS | — U.S. Central Command (@CENTCOM) Iran's pro-government Tasnim news agency
(2026-04-20). Offices, schools move online as Red Zone sealed ahead of US-Iran talks. tribune.com.pk 
All public and private offices and schools within the Red Zone have been instructed to move online, and all government operations in the capital have been shifted to remote working as authorities seal off entry to the Red Zone from Monday, ahead of the expected next round of US-Iran talks in the federal capital. | Pakistan took centre stage when it brokered a 14-day ceasefire between the US and Iran, followed by high-stakes talks in Islamabad attended by senior delegations from the two countries. Although the talks did not yield the desired results, the ceasefire remains intact, with confidence-building measur…
(2026-04-20). US-Iran ceasefire: Iran rejects second round of negotiations accuses US of 'excessive demands, blame games'. ptcnews.tv US-Iran ceasefire: In a significant blow to the diplomatic efforts, Iran will skip the second round of negotiations with the US in Pakistan, state media reported. | The development came hours after US President Donald Trump said American negotiators would be in Islamabad on Monday, kindling hopes of a breakthrough before the ceasefire expires on April 22. | The hope to bring a breakthrough as ceasefire nears its expiration, faded away after Tehran confirmed its absence from the talks, blaming Washington's "excessive demands, unrealistic expectations, constant shifts in stance, repeated contradictions", and an on…
(2026-04-20). Iran has no plans for next round of talks with US. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Apr. 20 (MNA) — Iran's Foreign Ministry Spokesman says that Tehran has no plans for another round of negotiations with the US as of yet.
(2026-04-20). Pakistan: How a regional warmonger came to host US-Iran peace talks. links.org.au 
Farooq Sulehria — Pakistan may seek to play the role of peacemaker globally but regionally it acts as a warmonger.
(2026-04-20). Pakistan confident Iran will attend US talks, senior Pakistani government source says. al-monitor.com April 20 (Reuters) – Pakistan is confident it can get Iran to attend talks with the United States, a senior Pakistani government official told Reuters on Monday. "We have received a positive signal from Iran. Things are fluid but we are trying that they should be here when we start the talks tomorrow or a day after," the source said, speaking on condition of anonymity. The source added Pakistan is actively engaged with Tehran and Washington as U.S. President Donald Trump's ceasefire deadline looms.
(2026-04-20). Trump blockade of Iran hampering efforts to resume talks. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Apr. 20 (MNA) — Pakistan's army chief has told US President Donald Trump that continued US naval blockade of Iranian ports is hampering Islamabad's efforts to mediate a second round of negotiations between Iran and the United States.
(2026-04-20). Iran-U.S. peace talks hang in the balance. ecns.cn Iran and the United States have separately hinted at some progress in their latest negotiations through intermediaries following short-lived diplomatic progress over the weekend.Agencies and Xinhua contributed to this story.
(2026-04-20). Iran says not attending talks, US team 'en route' to Pakistan. newarab.com 
Iranian officials say that they have yet to make a decision yet on participating in talks with the US in "We have no plans for the next round of negotiation, and no decision has been made in this regard," Iranian foreign ministry spokesman Esmaeil Baqaei said on Monday. | Meanwhile,
(2026-04-20). Gulf diplomacy intensifies amid Iran-US ceasefire talks. newarab.com 
Diplomatic visits and movements across the Gulf last week reaffirmed the indirect role played by Gulf countries, particularly This is seen as paving the way for a broader agreement at a later stage, with Gulf participation to ensure…
(2026-04-20). Iran-US: European stocks slide as oil jumps on Hormuz tensions. newarab.com 
European stocks fell on Monday as oil prices surged over Investors were on edge approaching the end of the US-Iran ceasefire, with Iran insisting it has no plan to attend a new round of negotiations with the United States. | "The market mood is very different at the start of the week compared to Friday," said Kathleen Brooks, research director at trading group XTB. | Crude ha…
(2026-04-20). After 'ceasefire', Iran's streets and strategy await next stage. newarab.com 
A week after the 8 April ceasefire took hold, Iran has entered a phase that is not quite peace and not quite continued war. Developments on the ground, official messaging, and regional dynamics are moving in parallel but rarely in alignment. The truce itself is At the regional level, the ceasefire has been read elsewhere as part of a broader de-escalation framework. Inside Iran, it is being read differently. Many see it as part of…
(2026-04-20). Thursday 4/23: Power Half-Hour for Gaza. indybay.org Zoom | http: //jvp.org/gazaph…
(2026-04-20). New Book by Anarchist / Anti-Imperialist Political Prisoner Casey Goonan. indybay.org Lines in the Sand: Writings on the Gaza Solidarity Encampment & Campus Flood at U.C. Berkeley from an Anarchist Pris ≠oner of War by Casey Goonan…
(2026-04-20). Board of Peace envoy says Gaza plan needs quick progress, Hamas talks. al-monitor.com By Lili BayerBRUSSELS, April 20 (Reuters) – The Board of Peace's lead envoy for Gaza told Reuters on Monday that he was "fairly optimistic" a plan for disarmament of Hamas and other militant groups in Gaza can be agreed but cautioned that it will still take time."We've had some very serious discussions with Hamas over the last few weeks, they're not easy," Nickolay Mladenov said in an interview during a visit to Brussels.
(2026-04-20). Gaza's Deir al-Balah holds first elections in 20 years. newarab.com 
(2026-04-20). CPJ, partners file emergency motion to Israeli Supreme Court seeking independent media access to Gaza. jpost.com
(2026-04-20). EU must suspend agreement with Israel over Gaza, West Bank violations. CPJ Staff
(2026-04-20). Pentagon rift highlights tensions in U.S. defense leadership. ecns.cn A recent disagreement between U.S. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth and Army Secretary Dan Driscoll has brought Washington's internal power struggles back into the spotlight, following recent personnel decisions and public remarks that exposed divisions within the Pentagon.
(2026-04-20). Operation Shanela II nets over 1 000 suspects. sanews.gov.za Operation Shanela II nets over 1 000 suspects | Over 1000 suspects across the various parts of Gauteng were nabbed in Operation Shanela II operations this past weekend, the South African Police Service (SAPS) said on Monday. ⚪ Conducted from 17-19 April, the operation resulted in the arrest of 1031 suspects for various crimes. | The arrests were made across all five districts in the province, namely: Johannesburg, Tshwane, Ekurhuleni West Rand and Sedibeng. ⚪ According to police, 307 of the arrests were effected by visible policing and they include 103 illegal immigrants. Fifty-four individuals were nabbed fo…
(2026-04-20). Susan Watkins: Trump Abroad. newleftreview.org In which direction is America heading, amid the strategic cacophony of Trump's second term—counter-revolution in the Caribbean, onslaught on Iran, somersaults on China? Analysis of the political logics at stake as the US ratchets up from covert to overt assassinations; from wars of attrition to wars of overthrow.
(2026-04-20). Mexico, Spain leaders meet as ties thaw. ecns.cn Mexico's President Claudia Sheinbaum met with Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez in Barcelona on Saturday after a summit of progressive leaders, signaling a rapprochement during the first presidential visit to the Mediterranean country in eight years.
(2026-04-20). Failed diplomacy and America's strategic retrenchment in Iran. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Apr. 20 (MNA) — Donald Trump's failed diplomacy and empty threats against Iran changed nothing. America's Iran misadventure exposed the growing gap between hegemonic ambition and strategic reality.
(2026-04-20). Parents warned after rat poison found in baby food. ecns.cn Parents in Austria have been warned that a popular brand of baby food has been contaminated with rat poison.
(2026-04-20). Restoring capabilities: Iran's Trump card in war of attrition. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Apr. 20 (MNA) — The war of attrition doesn't ask who strikes first. It asks who rebuilds fastest. Iran's answer is changing the balance before a possible next round of confrontation begins.
(2026-04-20). Protection of cultural relics strengthened. ecns.cn In 2021, when archaeologists opened the Xuewei No 1 Tomb in Dulan county, Qinghai province, the tomb chamber was a picture of chaos. Many artifacts were missing, while others lay scattered in pieces, bearing clear evidence of repeated tomb raids.
(2026-04-20). Bayern Munich continue their dominance of the Bundesliga, claiming their 35th title. thecanary.co 
Bayern Munich have clinched the German football league title for the 35th time in their history, with four matches remaining in the season, following a 4-2 home victory over Stuttgart on Sunday 19 April at the Allianz Arena in Matchday 30, thus rounding off a perfect week both domestically and in Europe. Bayern Munich: winners […] | By
(2026-04-20). Government provides update on Operation Vulindlela. sanews.gov.za Government provides update on Operation Vulindlela | Government will provide the fourth update on Phase II of Operation Vulindlela during a briefing on Wednesday in Johannesburg, reflecting on the progress of the structural reforms being implemented to support more rapid and inclusive economic growth. | The briefing will provide an overview of progress made to date, highlight key reform milestones, and facilitate discussions on the economic implications and opportunities arising from the reform agenda. | Operation Vulindlela is a joint initiative of the Presidency and the National Treasury to accelerate the imple…
(2026-04-20). Chinese toon bids savory farewell to spring. ecns.cn For Sun Lixin, a 68-year-old Beijing native who has spent more than half a century in the kitchen, few aromas are unfamiliar.Each spring, there is a particular one he waits for: the sharp, unmistakable scent of fresh Chinese toon shoots, rising suddenly and vividly with the season.
(2026-04-20). Ministers to unveil advanced tunnel-boring equipment for Lesotho water project. sanews.gov.za Ministers to unveil advanced tunnel-boring equipment for Lesotho water project | Water and Sanitation Minister Pemmy Majodina, Deputy Minister David Mahlobo, and Lesotho's Minister of Natural Resources, Mohlomi Moleko, are set to unveil state-of-the-art equipment today at the Polihali Construction Site in Mokhotlong, Lesotho. | The event marks the launch of the second Tunnel Boring Machine (TBM), a significant milestone in Phase II of the Lesotho Highlands Water Project (LHWP). | The development signals the transition from preparatory work to full-scale tunnelling along one of Southern Africa's most ambitious wa…
(2026-04-20). US naval blockade violates ceasefire, UN charter. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Apr. 20 (MNA) — President Masoud Pezeshkian told Pakistan's PM that the US naval blockade of Iran is a clear ceasefire violation and contradicts the UN Charter.
(2026-04-20). North Korea tests-fires short-range ballistic missiles. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Apr. 20 (MNA) — North Korea announced Monday that it had test-fired five short-range Hwasongpho-11 Ra surface-to-surface tactical ballistic missiles following reports by South Korea and Japan of launches toward the East Sea.
(2026-04-20). Susanna Reid destroys Starmer's pathetic excuses around Mandelson. thecanary.co 
On Good Morning Britain, Susanna Reid tore apart the weak excuses put out by UK PM Keir Starmer over the ongoing Peter Mandelson scandal. Susanna Reid: on it This followed the PM's latest round of pathetic denials he had any knowledge of disgraced Peter Mandelson failing to pass security vetting before he was appointed as […] | By
(2026-04-20). The state of solar: Despite partisan rhetoric, the industry is still booming. grist.org 
The future looked dire for renewable energy in the United States last spring. Republicans in Congress started gutting the Inflation Reduction Act, forcing its generous tax credits for wind and solar into an early retirement. The Interior Department then
(2026-04-20). The Trump administration wants to take an ax to the East's last great forests. grist.org 
When most people think about national forests, they imagine vast Western landscapes: Alaska, the Rockies, the Pacific Northwest. But millions of acres of federal woodlands dot the eastern half of the country, too. These great swaths of vibrant ecosystems have long been free of roads, protected by a policy called, appropriately enough, the "roadless rule." | That may soon change. | Adopted in 2001 during the final days of the Clinton administration,
(2026-04-20). Wednesday 5/13: Oakland Privacy: Fighting Against the Surveillance State. indybay.org Please email contact@oaklandprivacy.org a few days before the meeting to get up-to-date location information or obtain Zoom meeting access info.
(2026-04-20). 'Pigs as Pets': New Tool to Intimidate Indian Muslims. ummid.com In Delhi's Tri Nagar, some Hindu families appear to have embraced a new form of devotion and a way to deter Muslim neighbours — pigs.
(2026-04-20). Navigating Necessity the Sino-Russian Partnership and the Future of Arctic Shipping. infobrics.org In September 2025, a Chinese container vessel embarked on a pioneering voyage from Ningbo to Felixstowe via the Northern Sea Route (NSR). The journey highlighted Beijing's growing interest in Arctic shipping development…
(2026-04-20). Cuba Needs Help Not Military Intervention. fpif.org In Cuba, hardship is not abstract. On my most recent visit, I watched residents use metal rods to probe beneath the pavement for water lines because municipal pump failures had left them scrambling for access to drinking water. | If U.S. policy is meant to help the Cuban people rather than merely punish the Cuban government, it should expand humanitarian channels that actually reach local communities. | I have traveled to Cuba in recent years through church mission partnerships, working with Cuban religious leaders and seminary leadership. Those visits have allowed me to see daily life beyond the official rhetori…
(2026-04-20). Islamic Resistance: Previously Planted Explosives Devastate Israeli Armored Convoy Between Taybeh and Deir Siryan. english.almanar.com.lb Islamic Resistance fighters detonated pre-positioned explosive devices against an Israeli enemy armored convoy traveling between the towns of Taybeh and Deir Siryan on Sunday, April 19, 2026, according to a statement released by the military media. The convoy, consisting of eight Israeli armored vehicles, was moving from Taybeh toward the old Al-Sal'a site in Deir …
(2026-04-20). Presser of Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesman. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Apr. 20 (MNA) — Iran's Foreign Ministry Spokesman Esmaeil Baghaei attended the press conference, held at the venue of the ministry on Monday, and answered questions raised by reporters on important issues, esp. recent regional developments.
(2026-04-20). From the Landing at Leidesdorff to Leidesdorff Plaza our Golden Jubilee comes to life. indybay.org Honorable William Alexander Leidesdorff, Jr. lived an amazing adventurous life serving as rhe "African Founding Father of California" May 1966, the Negro Museum and Library Association dedicated Leidesdorff Plaza. Together, we will celebrate a Diamond Jubilee and preserve authentic California History.
(2026-04-20). Spain, Ireland, Slovenia to demand end to EU 'association' with Israel. thecanary.co 
Spanish PM Pedro Sánchez has said that Spain will demand an end to the EU's 'association agreement' with Israel at tomorrow's (21 April 2026) meeting of EU foreign ministers in Luxembourg. Spain will be joined by the governments of Ireland and Slovenia. The association agreement gives Israel preferential trade access to the EU as well […] | By
(2026-04-20). Could UAE tap US currency swap line as Iran war strains Gulf economies? al-monitor.com The Gulf country apparently wanted reassurances from Washington in case its economy is severely damaged by the Iran war.
(2026-04-20). Monday 5/11: Barrio Book Club. indybay.org Santa Cruz Barrios Unidos, 1807 Soquel Avenue, Santa Cruz…
(2026-04-20). Friday 5/1: Santa Cruz: May Day Rally & March. indybay.org Corner of Mission, Front, and Pacific Ave. (outside Jamba Juice), Santa Cruz…
(2026-04-20). Starmer's go-to excuse: 'I was in the dark'. Don't believe it. He's deeply in the loop. mronline.org 
From Jimmy Savile to Peter Mandelson, Starmer has followed a trajectory of career-enhancing ignorance. He knows far more than he lets on. It's the reason, after all, why he was knighted.
(2026-04-20). Harvesting damask rose in Kashan. en.mehrnews.com KASHAN, Apr. 20 (MNA) — It is high time for harvesting 'damask rose' in Kashan and farmers in the city are busy harvesting this fragrant flower.
(2026-04-20). Ireland's president calls for UN renewal to 'save us from hell'. thecanary.co 
Ireland's president Catherine Connolly has told a gathering of largely progressive leaders that they must cooperate to fight back against a growing tide of "might is right". Speaking at the Defence of Democracy conference in Barcelona, Connolly offered a defence of the UN as the best available means to achieve this, even if, "the United […] | By
(2026-04-20). Louisiana shooting: Gunman identified as father of seven among eight children killed, was mentally unstable. ptcnews.tv Louisiana shooting: A man in Louisiana shot dead eight children—seven of them his own—in a brutal domestic violence incident early Sunday that unfolded across two homes in a Shreveport neighbourhood, according to police. Officials called it one of the deadliest mass shootings in the United States in over two years. | The attacker, identified as 31-year-old Shamar Elkins, allegedly carried out the killings after a dispute with his wife around 6 am. The victims—five girls and three boys aged between 3 and 11—were found inside a house. Authorities said Elkins was the father of seven children…
(2026-04-20). Hajj 2026: Pilgrims asked to confirm flight booking online. ummid.com The Haj Committee of India (HCoI) has asked all pilgrims embarking to Makkah for Hajj 2026 to confirm online the flight booking allotted to them.
(2026-04-20). Facebook Takes Down Indybay Post re: Chevron Picket in Oakland. indybay.org Chevron asked Facebook to take down a post on Indybay's Facebook page about this month's Chevron picket on Telegraph Ave in Oakland, claiming an alleged violation of Chevron's trademark. Chevron is full of legal hot air – fair use of a trademark is permitted for purposes of commentary and criticism, but Facebook nonetheless complied with Chevron's take down demand and sent this notice to Indybay:…
(2026-04-20). Argentine union boss pitches corporatist alliance to US executives and fascistic President Milei. wsws.org Speaking at the AmCham summit, CGT chief Jorge Sola proposed to Milei and the assembled business executives and politicians a strategic alliance against the working class.
(2026-04-20). The Pitt: The medical drama whose social realism and honesty have gripped millions. wsws.org The interest in the series is a sympathetic response to an unusually humane treatment of social life as a whole in the US.
(2026-04-20). World's largest snack store opens in Changsha. ecns.cn A snack-lovers "kingdom" was unveiled in Changsha, Hunan province, on Friday, with the 12,000-square-meter facility setting a Guinness World Record as the world's largest snack store.
(2026-04-20). Nothing About This Dystopia Feels Natural. caitlinjohnstone.com.au Nothing about this dystopia feels natural. We all sense it deep in our marrow. We all know something has gone terribly wrong. | If you lived in an alternate reality without wars or poverty, where everyone had enough and governments did what's in the interests of the people and the ecosystem, it would never occur to you that there was anything odd about it. It would feel completely normal. Things would be more or less how you'd expect them to be. | You can't say the same about the present status quo.
(2026-04-20). Iran's lesson for China, record-breaking Hong Kong Sevens: 5 weekend reads you missed. scmp.com We have put together stories from our coverage last weekend to help you stay informed about news across Asia and beyond. If you would like to see more of our reporting, please consider subscribing. | 1. Lesson for China? Iran's low-cost 358 missile takes out million-dollar US assets | 2. Hong Kong Sevens: Blitzboks win first title, Black Ferns go unbeaten again | 3. The rupture: how Europe fell out of love with America…
(2026-04-20). Erdogan promises tighter gun controls after deadly Turkey school attacks. al-monitor.com ANKARA, April 20 (Reuters) – Turkey will tighten gun-ownership rules and increase penalties for owners whose children find the firearms, President Tayyip Erdogan said on Monday after last week's rare, deadly school shootings.The second of the two separate attacks by students last week killed eight pupils and a teacher in a southeastern province of Kahramanmaras, shocking a nation in which such school-based violence is very rare.Erdogan said the government will also take additional steps to monitor the internet as part of its response to the incidents.
(2026-04-20). Angus Taylor pushes English requirement for permanent visa holders. independentaustralia.net 
(2026-04-20). Japan's drill role stirs unease. ecns.cn Japans plan to join a United States-Philippine military drill is raising questions over how the Association of Southeast Asian Nations can safeguard its neutrality and preserve its centrality, analysts say.
(2026-04-20). Lawsuit alleges quarry operator Granite Rock Company illegally polluted Pajaro River. indybay.org SAN JOSE, Calif., April 15. 2026 — The nonprofit groups Environment California and California Sportfishing Protection Alliance ("CSPA") filed a lawsuit in federal court on Wednesday against Granite Rock Company (commonly known as "Graniterock"), alleging the company violated the federal Clean Water Act for more than 1,000 days. The nonprofits charge that, for years, the company has routinely discharged illegal levels of harmful pollutants — including dissolved solids, aluminum, iron and molybdenum — into the Pajaro River at its A.R. Wilson Quarry, a granite mining and processing facility in…
(2026-04-20). Typical autumn weather system dominates SA. sanews.gov.za Typical autumn weather system dominates SA | The South African Weather Service (SAWS) says a typical autumn weather system will dominate the country this week. | "This consists of a surface trough over the western and central interior, with the Atlantic High extending its ridge over the southern and eastern parts of the country, supported by upper-air troughs resulting in isolated to scattered showers and thundershowers in places," the weather service said. | The forecast for Monday is partly cloudy and cool to warm with isolated showers and thundershowers, but scattered in the north-eastern parts, where a yellow…
(2026-04-20). When Assam Electorates Register Historic Polling Turnout. ummid.com With high voters' participation in Assam, the political observers in the region put two completely opposite predictions, where one group is favouring the return of the BJP-led government, and the other one, has been weighing for the Indian National Congress-led opposition alliance.
(2026-04-20). UAE warns of shift to yuan amid dollar shortages. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Apr. 20 (MNA) — The United Arab Emirates has warned that it will conduct financial transactions in yuan if the Federal Reserve does not establish a currency swap line with the Emirati central bank.
(2026-04-20). Saturday 5/2: Anarchist-Utopian Potluck Picnic. indybay.org LAKE MERRITT (OAKLAND) BY THE PERGOLA, NEAR THE E-BIKE RACKS…
(2026-04-20). CICPE 2026 in south China's Hainan FTP sees record int'l participation. ecns.cn The sixth China International Consumer Products Expo (CICPE), the first major international event since the start of island-wide special customs operations in Hainan Free Trade Port (FTP), drew record-breaking international participation this week.
(2026-04-20). More health insurance coverage for cancer patients in China. ecns.cn A six-week course of treatment for brain cancer at a hospital in China can cost about 54,000 yuan (about 7,870 U.S. dollars), a price that could be unaffordable for many families, given the country's per capita disposable income of 43,377 yuan in 2025.
(2026-04-20). What Is Mythos, Anthropic's Unreleased AI Model, and How Worried Should We Be? portside.org What Is Mythos, Anthropic's Unreleased AI Model, and How Worried Should We Be? |
(2026-04-20). France's Macron to meet with Lebanon's PM in Paris on Tuesday: Elysee. ecns.cn Frances Macron to meet with Lebanons PM in Paris on Tuesday: Elysee.
(2026-04-20). Russia warns against Europe's drone cooperation with Ukraine, releases data on firms. infobrics.org European countries listed by the Russian Ministry of Defense are within range of Russian missiles.
(2026-04-20). Comicomment: Deepening transatlantic rifts put NATO on shaky ground. ecns.cn Since the end of the Cold War, deeper structural tensions have emerged, with its bloc-based security model increasingly misaligned with the diverse interests of member states and a shifting multipolar world—evident in transatlantic divisions over the Middle East.
(2026-04-20). Modi govt fails to pass Delimitation Bill 2026 in Lok Sabha. ummid.com The Narendra Modi government Friday April 17, 2026 withdrew the Delimitation Bill 2026 after the amended Women's Reservation Bill 2026 could not get the necessary votes in the Lok Sabha during the Parliament's Special Session.
(2026-04-20). UN chief urges future guided by rule of law, not raw power. ecns.cn UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres on Friday called on the international community to choose a future governed by the rule of law rather than one driven by raw power in The Hague, the Netherlands.
(2026-04-20). MPs debate government contracts with 'evil' Palantir. thecanary.co 
In a Parliamentary debate on Thursday 16 April, MPs across party lines demanded the government end its £330 million NHS contract with spyware tech giant Palantir. But there was one glaring absence — where was Wes Streeting, our secretary of state for health and social care? 'Evil' company Every one of the 13 MPs who […] | By
(2026-04-20). Emilie Bickerton: Subterranean Godard. newleftreview.org Emilie Bickerton on Michael Witt, Jean-Luc Godard's Unmade and Abandoned Projects. A 'negative' history that sheds new light on the master filmmaker.
(2026-04-20). China exceeds land recovery targets, sets 2030 goals. ecns.cn China will accelerate efforts to fully remediate abandoned historical mines during the 15th Five-Year Plan (2026-30) period, building on the remarkable progress made in mine rehabilitation over the past five years, according to the Ministry of Natural Resources.
(2026-04-20). Saturday 6/13: 35th Santa Cruz Juneteenth. indybay.org Laurel Park, 301 Center St., Santa Cruz…
(2026-04-20). Tuesday 5/5: Stop the Layoffs, Save Our Public Healthcare. indybay.org 55 Harrison Street, Oakland(Jack London Square)…
(2026-04-20). AP IPE Inter 2026 1st, 2nd Results Out: Pass Percentage, Toppers Details. ummid.com The Board of Intermediate Education Andhra Pradesh (BIEAP) has announced the results of 1st and 2nd year (Class 11th and 12th) Intermediate Public Examination (IPE) 2026 on its official website resultsbie.ap.gov.in.
(2026-04-20). Can Saudi Arabia and Turkey reshape regional air power. newarab.com 
(2026-04-20). Thursday 5/14: AFSCME 3299 UCSF Strike at St. Francis & St. indybay.org St. Francis & St. Mary's Hospital in San Francisco…
(2026-04-20). Sable in Noncompliance With Preliminary Injunction Blocking Santa Barbara Oil Pipeline Restart. indybay.org SANTA BARBARA, Calif., April 17, 2026 — A Santa Barbara Superior Court judge today rejected Sable Offshore Corp.'s request to rescind a preliminary injunction prohibiting the restart of an oil pipeline system on the California coast until and unless specific conditions were met. The company restarted the pipeline in March, despite the injunction.
(2026-04-20). Unite escalates strike action against below-inflation pay for Scottish university workers. thecanary.co 
On 20 April, Unite the Union announced that more than 1,100 workers at five Scottish universities will stage a 24-hour strike. The industrial action is scheduled for 24 April to dispute an imposed real-terms pay cut. Unite members at Glasgow, Strathclyde, Glasgow School of Art, Edinburgh Napier and Heriot Watt universities will take part. At […] | By
(2026-04-20). Supporting Manufacturing Employment. portside.org Supporting Manufacturing Employment |
(2026-04-20). Monday 4/20: No Monarchs Monday: Weekly Protest at Tesla in San Francisco. indybay.org At the Tesla Dealership, 999 Van Ness (corner of Van Ness and O'Farrell), San Francisco…
(2026-04-20). War, climate change, and AI: What's at stake at this year's UN Indigenous forum. grist.org 
Hundreds of delegates are arriving at the United Nations this week for the world's largest gathering of Indigenous peoples. But they arrive against an increasingly hostile global backdrop, facing an artificial intelligence boom driving new extraction on ancestral lands, a U.S. administration that has made it increasingly difficult for Global South delegates to secure visas to attend, and the twin challenges of climate change and green energy projects that have frequently run afoul of Indigenous land rights. | This year's United Nations Permanent Forum on Indigenous Issues is focused on the grim topic of surviv…
(2026-04-20). Leader thanks Sunni scholars in Hormozgan for unity. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Apr. 20 (MNA) — Leader of the Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Seyyed Mojtaba Hosseini Khamenei has expressed appreciation for Sunni scholars and clerics in Iran's southern Hormozgan Province, commending their unity and declaration of allegiance.
(2026-04-20). Tommy Robinson is selling ad space at his racist hate march. thecanary.co 
In May this year, Tommy Robinson is holding a follow-up to his rancid 'Unite the Kingdom' rally. The first event saw speakers calling for the deportation of the UK's entire Black and Brown population. This year will no doubt see the same, and in Robinson's eyes, that represents a opportunity: I've honestly seen it […] | By
(2026-04-20). Seized Iranian ship likely carrying equipment deemed dual-use by US, sources say. al-monitor.com By Jonathan SaulLONDON, April 20 (Reuters) – The Iranian-flagged container ship Touska, which was boarded and seized by U.S. forces on Sunday, is likely to have what Washington deems dual-use items that could be used by the military onboard, maritime security sources said on Monday.
(2026-04-20). Drone wars: How Ukraine rewrote the future of combat. independentaustralia.net 
(2026-04-20). South Korea's Lee to seek big boost in economic ties in summit with India's Modi. tribune.com.pk 
South Korean President Lee Jae Myung heads into talks with Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi in New Delhi on Monday, aiming for a big boost in economic cooperation, particularly in areas such as shipbuilding. It is the first South Korean presidential state visit to India in eight years. | "The level of economic cooperation between South Korea and India is still very low," Lee said on Sunday at a dinner meeting with members of the Korean community in New Delhi. "Going forward, we will expand that space and make the relationship between South Korea and India completely different from what it is now," he added.
(2026-04-20). Mapping Russian Investment in India. infobrics.org The two sides have implemented several steps to facilitate the flow of goods, including developing a national currency mechanism, improving logistics, and arranging insurance solutions, with the aim to move away from reliance on Western entities…
(2026-04-20). Service sector emerges as key driver of domestic energy demand. ecns.cn China's electricity consumption — a key barometer of economic activity — maintained steady growth in March, driven largely by a robust expansion in high-tech services and the green energy sector, official data showed on Monday.
(2026-04-20). Israel re-opens West Bank settlement evacuated 20 years ago. newarab.com 
Israeli ministers on Sunday officially reopened Sa-Nur, Several cabinet members and lawmakers attended the ceremony near a cluster of white prefabricated homes arranged in rows on a hilltop. | Excluding east Jerusalem, more than 500,0…
(2026-04-20). Italy suspends defence pact with Israel over Netanyahu's war mongering. ummid.com In a major setback for Netanyahu-led far right Zionist regime, Italy has suspended its defence deal with Israel over the ongoing war in the Middle East.
(2026-04-20). Fiji police confirm murder probe launched into death of man in military custody. asiapacificreport.nz 
By Margot Staunton, RNZ Pacific senior journalist The Fiji Police Force has launched a murder investigation following the death of wellknown drug pusher Jone Vakarisi, who died in military custody on Thursday. Police spokesperson Ana Naisoro told RNZ Pacific that "investigators are gathering intelligence to establish the facts and circumstances surrounding the victim's death". "The…
(2026-04-20). Interview given by Díaz-Canel to Kristen Welker for 'Meet the Press'. mronline.org 
Our political system is not the one that prevents us from moving forward. I repeat that the blame lies with the blockade imposed by the United States government.
(2026-04-20). Madhya Pradesh 10th, 12th Results 2026 – Date: April 15, Time: 11:00 AM. ummid.com The Madhya Pradesh Board of School Education (MPBSE) has officially confirmed the date and time to declare the Higher Secondary School Certificate (HSSC) Class 12 and High School Certificate (HSC) Class 10 Matric results 2026.
(2026-04-20). China's consumer goods expo rides wave of innovation, new consumption trends. ecns.cn The sixth China International Consumer Products Expo (CICPE), a key gateway into China's vast consumer market and a platform for China to offer more quality consumer products to the rest of the world, is scheduled to conclude in the tropical island province of Hainan Saturday.
(2026-04-20). Why Has There Been a Sudden Surge in Russian Tourists Visiting China. infobrics.org The 30-day visa-free policy, along with improved tourism infrastructure and payment options, has led to a surge in Russian tourists visiting China…
(2026-04-20). Meet Peter Magyar who ended Viktor Orban's 16-yr-rule in Hungary. ummid.com Peter Magyar is the Man of the Hour, after ending the Viktor Mihály Orbán's 16-year-long right-wing rule in Hungary, and probably also the country's tussle with the European Union (EU) and NATO.
(2026-04-20). What's behind the US army's decision to raise enlistment age to 42? aljazeera.com Changes in US Army enlistment standards could be an effort to boost recruitment as numbers have lagged in recent years.
(2026-04-20). Religion Means Respect: Namita Thapar, abused over Namaz benefits, reminds Hindus. ummid.com Namita Thapar, a healthcare professional who is being abused for highlighting the benefits of Namaaz in a strongly worded message dropped on social media, reminded the Hindus about the importance of respect for all religions.
(2026-04-20). Honor robots claim top 3 spots at Beijing half-marathon. ecns.cn Humanoid robots displayed speed and endurance to set a new record during the 2026 Beijing E-Town Half Marathon and Humanoid Robot Half Marathon on April 19.
(2026-04-20). Rohana Kuddus: Prabowo's Year One. newleftreview.org A critical-analytical portrait of Southeast Asia's answer to Trump, as the Indonesian President—formerly the Suharto dictatorship's crown prince and chief butcher in East Timor—re-centralizes power in the archipelago, strengthening the Army's place within the civil administration.
(2026-04-20). UK's Starmer to face grilling from MPs over Mandelson scandal. newarab.com 
Embattled Starmer, already widely unpopular with the public and many Labour MPs, is struggling to manage a controversy that has threatened his grip on power. | He faced fresh calls to quit last week…
(2026-04-20). WB 10th Madhyamik Result 2026 Date Confirmed – Read Circular. ummid.com The West Bengal Board of Secondary Education (WBBSE) has officialy confirmed the date to announce the result of the Class 10 Madhyamik board exam 2026.
(2026-04-20). Friday 4/24: Virtual Action Hour for Palestine. indybay.org Zoom | afsc.org/events/action-hour-palestine…
(2026-04-20). World Cup referees need 'FIFA intervention' to obtain US visas. thecanary.co 
It seems that the 2026 World Cup has decided to break an old rule: that referees are the highest authority on the pitch. But the irony this time is that this very authority requires "external intervention" from FIFA simply to overcome an obstacle that has nothing to do with the whistle or video technology… but […] | By
(2026-04-20). As barbed wire blocks kids from class, Palestinians stage 'Freedom School'. aljazeera.com Children from Umm al-Khair in the occupied West Bank protest after setters erect a fence blocking access to school.
(2026-04-20). Xi Ruochen: In Search of Good Books. newleftreview.org Where might Chinese-language readers hungry for critical histories and marginalized voices find such books? A history of Sinosphere publishing, charting the relationship between Hong Kong and the Mainland within a broader media ecology from the Revolution to the present.
(2026-04-20). Indian media: As many as 18 people killed in massive explosion at TN's firecracker unit. ecns.cn Indian media: As many as 18 people killed in massive explosion at TNs firecracker unit.
(2026-04-20). MBS hosts Burhan in Jeddah as $1.5B Saudi-backed arms deal stalls. al-monitor.com Sudan's army chief Abdel Fattah al-Burhan traveled to Jeddah Monday for a visit that could be aimed at salvaging a $1.5 billion Pakistani arms deal Riyadh has reportedly blocked.
(2026-04-20). Crypto traders are treating sports betting like just another market. moguldom.com The boundaries between crypto trading and sports betting are getting harder to spot. In 2024, the surge in crypto gambling has pulled many digital asset traders into the world of sports betting, changing how both markets work and feel. Seasoned crypto traders, used to volatility and data-driven speculation, now see sports betting as another market …
(2026-04-20). Al-Nassr strengthens SPL Standings with hard-fought win over Al-Ettifaq. ummid.com Cristiano Ronaldo led Al-Nassr Saudi FC Wednesday April 15, 2026 defeated Al-Ettifaq 1-0 to further strengthen its Saudi Pro League Standings.
(2026-04-20). Memorial Day 2026: 174 IDF soldiers, 79 Israeli civilians killed in past year. haaretz.com According to National Insurance Institute data, since 1851 — the date chosen as the beginning of the pre-state Jewish community in what is now Israel — 5,313 civilians have been killed. Of these, 3,762 have been killed since the War of Independence in 1948, including 1,017 who were killed since the October 7 attack…
(2026-04-20). Front pages of Iran's English dailies on April 20. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Apr. 20 (MNA) — Here are the front pages of Iran's English dailies on Monday, April 20.
(2026-04-20). Democratic gains must be defended – President Ramaphosa. sanews.gov.za Democratic gains must be defended – President Ramaphosa | President Cyril Ramaphosa has called for the deepening of democracy and advancement of human rights for all. ⚪ The President noted that as South Africa prepares to commemorate Freedom Day next Monday, the country remains "grounded in a culture of human rights, the rule of law and the expression of people's will through regular elections" as set out in the Constitution. ⚪ "What we have built and continue to build in this country is distinct. ⚪ "This places a responsibility on South Africa as an active member of the international community to advance our…
(2026-04-20). Argentines eat donkey as president takes selfies with Netanyahu. thecanary.co 
There are two startling stories coming out of Argentina right now. The first is that under far-right libertarian president Javier Milei, Argentines have had to start eating donkey meat. The second is that Milei is meeting Israeli war criminal Benjamin Netanyahu: Argentinian President Javier Milei gets emotional while meeting his hero, Benjamin Netanyahu. This took […] | By
(2026-04-20). Registration Starts for CBSE Class 10 Second Board Exam 2026. ummid.com The Central Board of Secondary Education has started registration of the candidates who wish to appear in the CBSE Class 10 Second Board Exam 2026 to be held in May this year.
(2026-04-20). Ex-Labour candidate gives support to Green Party "where change does happen" thecanary.co 
Ex-Labour candidate Faiza Shaheen has given her support to the Green Party in an interview with Laura Kuenssberg. Recognising that the majority of people wish to live in a society that cares for each other, Shaheen says people are choosing the Greens because it is where they can find real change. The May 7 local […] | By
(2026-04-20). Insights | China a key partner as Hainan consumer expo unlocks new opportunities for investors. ecns.cn The sixth China International Consumer Products Expo (CICPE) opened Monday in Haikou, capital of south China's Hainan Province. This year's event marks the first edition since the Hainan Free Trade Port fully launched island-wide special customs operations in December last year.
(2026-04-20). Comicomment: U.S. threatens NATO exit, escalating alliance tensions. ecns.cn If Washington scales back its commitments while pressing Europe to assume more—and hints at an exit—it risks removing a cornerstone of the alliance. This could trigger a chain reaction, placing the transatlantic framework under mounting strain and raising the possibility that an already fragile organization could ultimately unravel.
(2026-04-20). Pezeshkian calls for unity among Muslim nations to foil plots. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Apr. 20 (MNA) — Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian has urged unity and amity among Muslim states to thwart the foreign conspiracies, emphasizing the unity among Islamic countries is the most important way to counter plots.
(2026-04-20). Stormont pumps money into ICE surveillance tech. thecanary.co 
Invest Northern Ireland (Invest NI), Stormont's business development agency, has been ploughing funds into a software company making spying tools for Trump's Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) thugs. An investigation by the Belfast Telegraph revealed how Belfast-based Nisos make a range of programmes that can potentially be used to violate human rights. Nisos is a […] | By
(2026-04-20). Friday 5/1: San Francisco May Day Rally. indybay.org Civic Center Plaza, San Francisco…
(2026-04-20). Ronaldo's 969th career goal sets course for Al-Nassr's win over Al-Wasl. ummid.com Cristiano Ronaldo's 969th career goal set the course for Al-Nassr's victory over Al-Wasl in AFC Champions League Two (ACL Two) Quarter-Final Sunday April 19, 2026.
(2026-04-20). The Shadow Papers the Inside Story of Five Days That Remade the Supreme Court. portside.org The Shadow Papers the Inside Story of Five Days That Remade the Supreme Court |
(2026-04-20). Gauteng Health urges vigilance as Malaria cases increase. sanews.gov.za Gauteng Health urges vigilance as Malaria cases increase | The Gauteng Department of Health has urged residents to remain vigilant and seek immediate medical attention if they experience Malaria-like symptoms. | This after the department reported an uptick in cases of the potentially life-threatening disease in the province. | "Recent surveillance data indicate a worrying rise in both malaria infections and fatalities, underscoring the urgent need for strengthened surveillance, early detection and prompt treatment to prevent loss of life. | "The department urges residents to remain vigilant and seek immediate med…
(2026-04-20). 2026 Shanghai International Flower Show kicks off. ecns.cn The opening ceremony took place at the Huangpu district main venue in Dongtaili, Xintiandi, where 18 new flower varieties were unveiled, and a digital map of the flower show was launched.
(2026-04-20). Bereaved Covid Families Demand Nigel Farage Sack Conspiracy Theory Reform Candidates. bylinetimes.com Families who lost loved ones in the Covid pandemic have written to Nigel Farage, after a Byline Times' investigation revealed that one of the party's local election candidates branded the coronavirus crisis a "staged event" and an "operation" led by the US military. | Covid-19 Bereaved Families for Justice have now written to Reform calling on them to remove any candidate found to have "promoted Covid or vaccine conspiracy theories, make clear that it disowns those views, and explain what steps it is taking to root this problem out of the party." | Writing in the Journal of 9/11 Studies in September last year,…
(2026-04-20). Moscow hosts another demonstration in support of Cuba. radiohc.cu Not even the intense cold of the Russian capital could prevent friends of Cuba and its Revolution from participating in a demonstration today in support of the Caribbean nation and against the US blockade. | Fidel Castro Square, where the monument to the Cuban leader stands in Moscow's Sokol district, was the site where Russian and Cuban friends gathered, convened by the Communist Party of the Russian Federation (CPRF). | Waving Cuban and CPRF flags, the demonstrators sang songs celebrating the struggle of the Cuban people and chanted slogans condemning Washington's economic, commercial, and financial blockade ag…
(2026-04-20). JEE Main 2026 Session 2 Result: When and Where to Check. ummid.com The National Testing Agency (NTA) is releasing on the official website 'jeemain.nta.nic.in' the result, along with the list of toppers and All India Rank (AIR) list of successful candidates, who appeared in the JEE Main 2026 Session 2 conducted in the month of April 2026.
(2026-04-20). Palantir's "manifesto" trends on X, showcasing its evil. thecanary.co 
Over the weekend, Palantir posted a summary of Alex Karp's book "The Technological Republic: Hard Power, Soft Belief, and the Future of the West" — which was slammed as being "evil." Palantir: technofascists are technofascisting again…
(2026-04-20). Eco-Luxury: The New Normal in Premium Housing. ummid.com Luxury townships following the eco-luxury blueprint generally do not advertise the details mentioned here, as they are expected to have them as a matter of course.
(2026-04-20). Kane scores as Bayern Munich claim Bundesliga title with Stuttgart victory. aljazeera.com Harry Kane helps Munich wrap up a second straight Germany premier division crown with a month still to go in the season.
(2026-04-20). Bulgaria's pro-Russian former president set for landslide election win, exit polls show. tribune.com.pk 
Pro-Russian former president Rumen Radev is set for a runaway victory in Bulgaria's election and may even secure a parliamentary majority, exit polls showed, potentially ending years of weak coalition governments and altering the European Union member's foreign policy. | An updated exit poll conducted by Sofia-based Alpha Research showed Radev's Progressive Bulgaria with 44%, far ahead of the long-dominant GERB party, led by former prime minister Boyko Borissov, at 12.5%. If confirmed, the performance, which outstripped opinion polls, would mark one of the strongest results by a single party in a generation, s…
(2026-04-20). Friday 5/1: Students Rise Up on May Day: UC Santa Cruz. indybay.org UC Santa Cruz, 250 Natural Bridges Dr, Santa Cruz…
(2026-04-20). China to carry out intensive space missions in 2026, says CNSA. ecns.cn China will carry out intensive space missions in 2026, including Tianwen-2's close approach and observation of its target asteroid, an official of the China National Space Administration (CNSA) said on Friday.
(2026-04-20). Cultural marathon in Mexico: Another show of solidarity with Cuba. radiohc.cu The anti-fascist cultural marathon "All for Cuba" joins the diverse displays of solidarity with the Caribbean nation in Mexico, amid the tightening of the blockade imposed by the United States. | The initiative, organized by the Anti-Fascist Cultural League at the Monument to the Revolution in Havana, featured theater companies, poetry readings, and musical groups, including the renowned Aragón Orchestra from Cuba. | The event took place on Sunday and also included a collection center for items that will later be sent to the island. | For more than six decades, Washington has imposed an economic, commercial, and…
(2026-04-20). A war that was supposed to be short, but changed the balance. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Apr. 20 (MNA) — The war was meant to be brief. But power has layers—and Iran's strategic depth turned a quick strike into a slow shift of the balance.
(2026-04-20). Israel's history of destroying Christian, Muslim religious sites. newarab.com 
(2026-04-20). against the tide, but More Israelis and Palestinians now choose to grieve together. haaretz.com The joint Israeli-Palestinian Memorial Day ceremony is now in its 21st year. One of its organizers says that people are now joining faster after the loss of their loved ones, understanding 'they can't remain indifferent'…
(2026-04-20). China carries out test flight of world's first maritime ground-effect vehicle. ecns.cn The world's first maritime ground-effect vehicle, led by CSSC Haishen Medical Technology Co Ltd, successfully completed its test flight this week, marking China's comprehensive capability in maritime emergency medical rescue reaching an internationally advanced level.
(2026-04-20). Aldi DX tech workers in Germany fight job cuts: Form a rank-and-file committee! wsws.org 2,000 workers gathered at Aldi DX IT in Essen to elect a board to carry out the works council election, with many determined to fight job cuts and deteriorating working conditions.
(2026-04-20). President and Lesotho leaders to open landmark Senqu Bridge. sanews.gov.za President and Lesotho leaders to open landmark Senqu Bridge | President Cyril Ramaphosa will travel to Lesotho this week to join King Letsie III and Prime Minister Samuel Matekane for the official opening of the Senqu Bridge in Mokhotlong. | The Presidency said the event on Wednesday marks a major milestone under Phase II of the Lesotho Highlands Water Project and reflects the strong partnership between South Africa and Lesotho. | The bridge replaces the existing crossing, which will be submerged when the Polihali Dam is impounded, and is expected to ensure continued access to Mokhotlong, Sani Pass and surroundin…
(2026-04-20). ICSE, ISC 2026 Results: When and Where to Check. ummid.com The Council for the Indian School Certificate Examinations (CISCE) is declaring the Indian School Certificate (ISC) Class XII (Class 12th) and Indian Certificate of Secondary Education (ICSE) Class X (Class 10th) 2026 reults on its official website results.cisce.org and cisce.org.
(2026-04-20). Tehran hosts a gathering of girls "Devoted to Iran" en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Apr. 20 (MNA) — Concurrent with the birth anniversary of Hazrat Masoumeh (SA), a grand gathering of girls dubbed "Girls Devoted to Iran" was held at Shahid Keshvar Doost Street of Tehran late on Sunday.
(2026-04-20). Would-be-winners claim Reform stiffed them on prize. thecanary.co 
Reform attracted controversy recently after it conducted a prize giveaway. This upset people for a couple of reasons: the first was that Nigel Farage's motley crew are supposed to be a political party, not a daytime TV show. The second was that the two winners had a historic connection to Nigel Farage. The prize in […] | By
(2026-04-20). Japanese protesters rally against government's militarization push. ecns.cn More than 30,000 Japanese protesters rallied on Sunday around Japan's parliament building, opposing the push made by Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi's government to lift restrictions on arms exports, amend the pacifist constitution, and other dangerous moves toward remilitarization.
(2026-04-20). Attack sub USS Boise scuttled after only one patrol — 10 years ago. responsiblestatecraft.org The Navy
(2026-04-20). The Increasing Sustainability of Conventional Energy: Shell Offshore. wattsupwiththat.com Major technical and economic advancements are happening within the fossil-fuel industries, not outside of it. The stock energy age—oil, natural gas, and coal age—is still young. The future belongs to the efficient, no taxpayer subsidies or government direction required.
(2026-04-20). Hainan consumer fair hits all the right notes. ecns.cn A Ukrainian visitor at the sixth China International Consumer Products Expo in Haikou, Hainan province, last week slipped on a pair of ordinary-looking glasses. Seconds later, he broke into a smile and exclaimed, "Nice!"
(2026-04-20). Uruguayan labor movement intensifies solidarity actions with Cuba. radiohc.cu The Uruguayan labor movement has intensified its solidarity actions with Cuba, receiving its ambassador in Montevideo, Lissett Pérez, at the PIT-CNT headquarters. | The Cuban representative spoke at the beginning of the Expanded National Representative Assembly and welcomed the support of the Uruguayan labor movement and people for the Caribbean island, which is under siege by an intensified U.S. blockade. | Before the union representatives, she denounced that her country is experiencing unprecedented levels of economic strangulation and reaffirmed the resilience of its people. | Meanwhile, the PIT-CNT website pu…
(2026-04-20). EV Industry Reached $70 Billion In Losses In 2024 Due To Delusional Green Ideologies. wattsupwiththat.com The economic consequences are profound. The crisis is leading to production cuts, halted projects, and increased uncertainty for employees and suppliers. High raw material prices and the lack of "economies of scale" (due to low volume) mean that manufacturers are struggling with low margins and overcapacity.
(2026-04-20). U.S. pledges probe into missing or dead scientists amid swirling speculation. ecns.cn The White House said Friday it will review a series of cases involving missing or deceased researchers to determine whether any connections exist, according to U.S. media reports.
(2026-04-20). Alleged gang leader to appear in court. sanews.gov.za Alleged gang leader to appear in court | A 33-year-old alleged gang leader is expected to appear in the Parow Magistrates' Court after he was arrested for the possession of unlicensed firearms and ammunition, the South African Police Service (SAPS) said. ⚪ Members of Operation Lockdown III arrested the suspect in Ravensmead in the Western Cape last week. ⚪ "The team seized an R5 rifle, a shotgun, three pistols, more than 160 rounds of ammunition, and several magazines. Four out of the five illegal firearms' serial numbers were filed off. ⚪ Acting swiftly, the team operationalised intelligence on the suspect,…
(2026-04-20). Union officials call off strike of 34,000 New York City doormen, porters and maintenance workers. wsws.org The deal between of 32BJ SEIU and the Realty Advisory Board was done without any vote by the membership on whether to call off the strike.
(2026-04-20). Abdullatif Alfozan, Prof Mohamed win King Faisal Award 2026 for Service to Islam. ummid.com Sheikh Abdullatif Ahmed Alfozan and Professor Mohamed Mohamed Aboumousa have jointly won the 2026 King Faisal Award for Service to Islam announced at a ceremony held in the Saudi Capital Riyadh Wednesday.
(2026-04-20). OFSS Bihar 11th Admission 2026 Starts, Check Steps. ummid.com Bihar School Examination Board (BSEB) has started receiving Online Application forms for Class 11 (Intermediate) Amission 2026 through Online Facilitation System For Students (OFSS) website (www.ofssbihar.info).
(2026-04-20). Give Me Your Tired, Your Poor: The Case for Asylum. juancole.com (
(2026-04-20). Iran, Pakistan FMs discuss regional developments, ceasefire. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Apr. 19 (MNA) — Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghhci and his Pakistani counterpart Muhammad Ishaq Dar held a telephone conversation late on Sunday to discuss the latest developments in the region and issues concerning the ceasefire.
(2026-04-20). Saturday 4/18: Free virtual screening of the documentary film "The Great Book Robbery" indybay.org Zoom | us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_yLx0……
(2026-04-20). Renowned documentary director dies at 43. ecns.cn Chinese documentary director Ye Jun, known for Masters in the Forbidden City and the short film series Every Treasure Tells a Story, died at 43 on Saturday.
(2026-04-20). Sunday Science: Landmark Ancient-Genome Study Shows Surprise Acceleration of Human Evolution. portside.org Sunday Science: Landmark Ancient-Genome Study Shows Surprise Acceleration of Human Evolution |
(2026-04-20). Mexico Is Going All In for Universal Health Care. portside.org Mexico Is Going All In for Universal Health Care |
(2026-04-20). Iran, Pakistan FMs discuss ceasefire, region in call. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Apr. 20 (MNA) — Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghhci and his Pakistani counterpart Muhammad Ishaq Dar held a telephone conversation late on Sunday to discuss the latest developments in the region and issues concerning the ceasefire.
(2026-04-20). Friday 6/19: 2026 Liberation Paddle Out. indybay.org Cowells Beach Santa Cruz…
(2026-04-20). Justice 4 For All! CFA & the Acquittal Of CSU Channel Island CFA Professor John Caravell. indybay.org CSU Channel Island professor John Caravello was framed up by ICE and the US "Justice" Department after he went to the Glass House to defend immigrants there. He was charged with throwing tear gas projectiles at the ICE agents. He talks about the defense campaign and the active support of the CFA, students and community.
(2026-04-20). APWU president Smith on USPS financial crisis: "nothing to see here" wsws.org The American Postal Workers Union bureaucracy is telling postal workers that the financial crisis at the United States Postal Service is not a crisis at all—but a "situation," and that victory is only a phone call to Congress away.
(2026-04-20). Parliament to debate key budget bills as MPs resume oversight work. sanews.gov.za Parliament to debate key budget bills as MPs resume oversight work | Parliament will this week focus on key budget legislation and oversight work as Members of Parliament return from the constituency period to resume committee activities. | The National Assembly will hold its only plenary sitting of the week on Tuesday afternoon to consider the 2026 Special Appropriation Bill and the Division of Revenue Bill. | The Special Appropriation Bill provides for additional funding requirements for the 2025/26 financial year and proposes an allocation of R5.778 billion to the Passenger Rail Agency of South Africa for its…
(2026-04-20). Colombia discovered plot to assassinate frontrunner in election race: Govt. colombiareports.com Authorities allegedly discovered a plot to assassinate the frontrunner in Colombia's presidential election race, the leftist Senator Ivan Cepeda. The alleged plot was revealed by President Gustavo Petro and confirmed by Defense Minister Pedro Sanchez nine months after the assassination of Senator Miguel Uribe, who sought to become Cepeda's opponent on the far-right. In a …
(2026-04-20). PLA conducts sea, air patrols in East China Sea. ecns.cn The Chinese People's Liberation Army (PLA) Eastern Theater Command conducted joint readiness patrols in the relevant waters and airspace of the East China Sea on Saturday, according to a spokesperson.
(2026-04-20). Thursday 4/30: International Hotel: The Struggle for Housing Justice. indybay.org St. James Church ~ 4620 California St (between 8th & 9th Ave)…
(2026-04-20). Ghalibaf warns global oil traders on 'house of cards' pricing. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Apr. 20 (MNA) — Iranian Parliament Speaker Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf has warned the global oil market participants against relying on unreliable "vibe-trading digital oil,", urging them to focus instead on real physical oil transactions.
(2026-04-20). Say No to the Verdi Collective Bargaining Agreement—Join the independent Transport Workers Action Committee. wsws.org All the hard-won social gains of the 20th century are to be abolished for the sake of war, not only in Germany, but in every country.
(2026-04-20). What are UFI files Pentagon plans to release? ummid.com The UFO files that the Pentagon plans to release refer to the official records, documents, and investigative reports related to Unidentified Flying Objects (UFOs) or Unidentified Aerial Phenomena (UAPs) and Unidentified Anomalous Phenomena as they have been officially named.
(2026-04-20). Nation's market seen as magnet for German firms. ecns.cn The resilience of the Chinese economy provides a rare sense of certainty in a volatile world, which is why foreign investors continue to express confidence in its bright prospects, experts said.
(2026-04-20). MPBSE 10th, 12th Results 2026 Out: Check Full List of Toppers. ummid.com MP Board 10th, 12th Results 2026: The Madhya Pradesh Board of School Education (MPBSE) has declared the Higher Secondary School Certificate (HSSC) Class 12 and High School Certificate (HSC) Class 10 Matric results 2026 along with the Merit List and names of toppers on its official website mpresults.nic.in.
(2026-04-20). Neo-fascist ascendancy and education. mronline.org Since private institutions, even the most reputed and expensive ones, are primarily concerned with catering to the job market and not with imparting knowledge with a critical perspective, what we have in effect is a destruction of critical thought, which means fundamentally a destruction of education.
(2026-04-20). Ecological destruction is class war. mronline.org 
The Jevons Paradox, Marx, the Modern Left, Deep Greens, AI and Collapse.
(2026-04-20). One Nation emergence a further move away from the two-party system. independentaustralia.net 
(2026-04-20). Kerala Minister was asked about SSLC, Plus Two 2026 results date, his response. ummid.com Kerala Board of Public Examinations (KBPE), also called as Kerala Pareeksha Bhavan, is declaring Kerala Secondary School Leaving Certificate (SSLC) or Class 10, and Plus Two or Class 12th board examination 2026 results in May.
(2026-04-20). In Pictures: 1st Batch of Hajj 2026 Pilgrims Arrive in Makkah, Madinah. ummid.com The first batch of pilgrims arrived in Makkah al Mukarramah and Madinah al Munawwarah as Hajj 2026 operations formally kicked off Saturday April 18, 2026.
(2026-04-20). Friday 5/1: Oakland Sin Fronteras: International Workers' Day March & Resource Fair. indybay.org Fruitvale Plaza, 3401 E 12th St, Oakland…
(2026-04-20). This week in history: April 20-26. wsws.org Peru and CIA shoot down missionary aircraft; Socialist Party wins election in Portugal; Mass strikes in Spain against Franco dictatorship; Reza Khan crowned Shah of Iran.
(2026-04-20). EU to restore Syria cooperation pact ahead of May talks: What to know. al-monitor.com The European Union has proposed the full resumption of a decades-old cooperation agreement with Syria ahead of high-level talks next month.
(2026-04-20). Wembanyama makes history as Spurs defeat Blazers in Game 1. aljazeera.com Victor Wembanyama set a new San Antonio record for the most points in a playoff debut as the Spurs outlast Portland.
(2026-04-20). Conservatives Stand Tommy Robinson-Supporting Candidate Who Called Boris Johnson a 'Traitorous Scumbag'. bylinetimes.com 
The Conservative Party has been urged to sack one of its candidates after a Byline Times investigation found he had praised Tommy Robinson, demanded mass deportations and called the party's former Prime Minister Boris Johnson, a "traitorous scumbag" who will be "jailed the second we take power." | Nathan Smith, who is standing to become a Conservative councillor in Harrow in next month's local elections, also posted his support for Rupert Lowe, who leads the far-right Restore Britain party, describing him as "the only MP who fights for us". | The revelations follow the party being forced to suspend another one…
(2026-04-20). Wulong's World Natural Heritage draws global travelers to Chongqing. ecns.cn From rock specimens in a museum to towering karst peaks, from a sound-and-light landscape performance venue to a cave used for astronaut training – Wulong District of Chongqing, part of the UNESCO World Natural Heritage site "South China Karst" is accelerating its drive to become a "world-renowned tourist destination."
(2026-04-20). Signs of panic in UK over Hormuz blockade, as govt summons banks. newarab.com 
(2026-04-20). In the face of any aggression, as in Girón, we will win! radiohc.cu Speech delivered by Roberto Morales Ojeda, member of the Political Bureau and Secretary of Organization of the Central Committee of the Party, at the commemorative event for the 65th anniversary of the Victory at Girón. Girón, Matanzas, April 19, 2026 | Long live the Homeland! | Long live the Homeland! | Comrade Miguel Díaz-Canel Bermúdez, First Secretary of the Central Committee of the Party and President of the Republic; | Comrades who honor us with your presence; | Heroic Cuban people; | Comrades: Once again, Girón calls us together. Girón was not just a battle; it was the irrevocable will of the people that C…
(2026-04-20). Beyond Einstein: From "Why Socialism?" to Why not Egalitarianism? indybay.org Humanity is capable of going beyond the predatory phase of society and obtaining true equality…
(2026-04-20). Nausicaa Renner: Party and Class. newleftreview.org Nausicaa Renner on Paul Heideman, Rogue Elephant. Hollowed-out parties and capitalist sectoralization said to underlie the Trumpian capture of the GOP.
(2026-04-20). To stay or to go? No good options for Lebanon's displaced. aljazeera.com Residents of southern Lebanon face a stark choice: stay home and risk being killed, or flee and risk deepening poverty.
(2026-04-20). NEET UG 2026 Admit Card: When, Where and How to Download. ummid.com The National Testing Agency (NTA) is releasing the NEET UG 2026 Admit Card and Hall Ticket of the candidates on its official website 'neet.nta.nic.in' any moment.
(2026-04-20). Australia: IYSSE speakouts opposing war against Iran draw support from university students. wsws.org "There needs to be a building of class consciousness among people, not just in Australia, but across the globe."
(2026-04-20). Costas Lapavitsas: A Topography of the New Dollar Imperialism. newleftreview.org Topography of the contemporary world economy as a system of subordination, structured by the primacy of Fed-backed dollar-liquidity and a world division of labour jointly configured by productive and financial capital, generating forms of peripheral financialization. Monetary dominance—ultimately underwritten by military force?
(2026-04-20). H-E-B grocery warehouse worker dies after workplace accident in San Antonio. wsws.org This follows the death of another H-E-B warehouse worker at the same location last October.
(2026-04-20). Delimitation Bill 2026 tabled as Parliament's Special Session begins. ummid.com The Narendra Modi-led BJP government tabled on the first day of the Parliament's Special Session Thursday April 16, 2026 three bills to implement 33% women's reservation in legislature, delimitation, and increase number of seats for Union Territories.
(2026-04-20). 93.70% Pass CBSE 10th 2026 Exam, Check Result Details Here. ummid.com CBSE 10th Result 2026: The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) has declared today i.e Wednesday April 15, 2026 the result of Class Xth board exams held in February/March 2026 on its official website cbseresults.nic.in.
(2026-04-20). Woman arrested in US for trafficking arms to Sudan for Iran. newarab.com 
(2026-04-20). 'Save humanity': Four figures battling it out to lead embattled UN. geo.tv 
(2026-04-20). Insights | Cutting-edge tech products wow international exhibitors at sixth consumer expo. ecns.cn Visitors say China is rapidly turning innovation into consumer products, driven by fast-changing demand and a massive market. From smart gadgets to culturally rich products, the event highlights how technology and tradition are coming together to shape China's evolving consumer landscape.
(2026-04-20). Fiji defends its isolated UN stance supporting Israel. asiapacificreport.nz By Anish Chand in Suva Fiji's Ambassador to Israel, Jesoni Vitusagavulu, has defended his country's voting record at the United Nations, saying it is guided by principle, not pressure. In an interview with The Jerusalem Post, Vitusagavulu said Fiji carefully assessed each resolution on its merits rather than aligning with majority positions. "Fiji votes at…
(2026-04-20). Phase I of Canton Fair attracts 167,000 overseas buyers. ecns.cn The first phase of the 139th China Import and Export Fair, also known as the Canton Fair, closed on Sunday with a record number of overseas buyers.
(2026-04-20). ABC News leads the media shonks in fomenting fear of recession. independentaustralia.net 
(2026-04-20). KVS Balvatika Admission 2026: 2nd List Published, Where to Check. ummid.com Kendriya Vidyalaya Admission 2026-27 List: The Kendriya Vidyalaya Sangathan (KVS) has released on its website www.kvsangathan.nic.in the KV Admission Second List (2nd lottery result) of Balvatika-1 & 3 and Class 1 for the academic year 2026-27.
(2026-04-20). 4-hour mid-air scare: Flight circles over Uttara Kannada, D'gere, Shivamogga before Bengaluru diversion. coastaldigest.com
(2026-04-20). ED raids homes of Cong MLA NA Harris' sons in Bitcoin case; 12 locations searched. coastaldigest.com
(2026-04-20). Islamic Resistance: Pre-planted explosive devices detonated yesterday, Sunday, targeting an Israeli armored convoy moving from the town of Taybeh towards the town of Deir Siryan, destroying 4 tanks. english.almanar.com.lb
(2026-04-20). Udupi Entrepreneur Alleges ‚Çπ33 Crore Fraud by Singapore-Based Firm. coastaldigest.com
(2026-04-20). CPJ urges US lawmakers to enact reforms to protect press freedom from warrantless surveillance. CPJ Staff
(2026-04-20). Mangaluru Children Face Rising Fatty Liver Risk, Doctors Sound Alarm. coastaldigest.com
(2026-04-20). Africa has 2,000 languages. AI content moderation covers fewer than 20. globalvoices.org
(2026-04-20). Deadly Louisiana shooting: Multi-location attack leaves children among victims, police investigating. hindustantimes.com
(2026-04-20). Western Media Hails More Ukraine "Wonder Weapons" That Russia Also Has. thealtworld.com
(2026-04-20). Ethiopian editor seized from Addis Standard newsroom by unidentified men. CPJ Staff
(2026-04-20). Ante cualquier agresión, como en Girón, °Venceremos! cubadebate.cu Nuevamente Girón nos convoca. Un Girón que no fue solo una batalla; fue la voluntad irrevocable del pueblo de que Cuba jamás se arrodillaría ante el poder imperial. Aquí, en abril de 1961, se selló con sangre y coraje la decisión de ser libres, una victoria que es presente y un compromiso con el futuro.
(2026-04-20). Miles de mexicanos reafirmaron solidaridad con Cuba (+ Fotos). cubadebate.cu Legisladores federales y locales, autoridades políticas y de gobierno del Estado de México, y amigos presentes, reafirmaron hoy en Toluca el apoyo y la solidaridad con Cuba, en representación del sentir del pueblo mexicano, a la vez que coreaban las consignas "Cuba no está sola" y "Cuba sí, yanquis no".
(2026-04-20). Comienza en Girón el pueblo a dar sus Firmas por la Patria. radiohc.cu 
Con la rúbrica de Miguel Díaz-Canel Bermúdez, primer secretario del Comité Central del Partido Comunista de Cuba (CCPCC) y presidente de la República, comenzó hoy un movimiento popular denominado Mi firma por la Patria, que reafirma la irrenunciable vocación de paz, esencia de la nación cubana. | Tras el acto que en Playa Girón saludo los 65 años del histórico triunfo ante la invasión mercenaria en abril de 1961, el pueblo procedió a plasmar su firma por la vocación de paz de la Patria y el compromiso con la soberanía de la nación. | José Enrique de la Cruz Pérez, dirigente de la Federación Estudiantil Universita…
(2026-04-20). Victoria de Girón: Declaración permanente de dignidad nacional. radiohc.cu 
Aquel extraordinario triunfo constituye una declaración permanente de dignidad nacional, enfatizó hoy Roberto Morales Ojeda, miembro del Buró Político y Secretario de Organización del Comité Central del Partido Comunista de Cuba, durante el acto en Playa Girón por los 65 años de la victoria ante la invasión mercenaria. | En presencia de Miguel Díaz-Canel Bermúdez, primer secretario del Comité Central del Partido Comunista de Cuba (CCPCC) y presidente de la República, y una abundante representación del pueblo, enfatizó Morales Ojeda que son la unidad y la firmeza pilares del pueblo cubano que no pueden quebrarse.
(2026-04-20). Diamond Jubilee – Leidesdorff Plaza – Historic Folsom – Rancho Rio de Los Americanos. indybay.org May 1966 at the height of the US Civil Rights Movement the Negro Museum and Library Association of Sacramento, Inc dedicated Leidesdorff Plaza to preserve authentic California History, today a failed BMB, DEI effort to fabricate reality remains hidden by design…
(2026-04-20). øPrivatización o actualización?: Claves del nuevo Decreto Ley sobre asociaciones entre empresas estatales y privadas en Cuba. cubadebate.cu Cuadrando la Caja analizó esta vez los beneficios del Decreto-Ley 114/2025. Expertos abordaron la gestión de la empresa estatal en momentos tan complejos de la economía cubana, la constitución de empresas mixtas, las asociaciones entre empresas estatales y privadas. øHabrá una privatización de la economía cubana?
(2026-04-20). The Hour of the Monsters: The Obscene Darkness of a Politician. radiohc.cu By Raúl Antonio Capote | During the final day of the 5th International Patria Colloquium, the second edition of the book "Rubio: An Uncontrollable Mythomaniac," by the prominent Cuban journalist Hedelberto López Blanch, was presented. | This edition, published by Nuevo Milenio and the Editorial de Ciencias Sociales with the support of Resumen Latinoamericano, was presented to a group of young Europeans and Latin Americans attending the 5th International Patria Colloquium, held from April 16 to 18, 2026, at the Estación Cultural de Línea y 18, Havana. | With masterful skill, Hedelberto exposes the inner workings o…
(2026-04-20). Comando Sur de EEUU lanza nuevo ataque contra "narcolancha" en el Caribe. cubadebate.cu El Comando Sur de Estados Unidos (Southcom) informó este domingo sobre un nuevo ataque contra una embarcación en el Caribe, en el que murieron tres personas. "La inteligencia confirmó que la embarcación transitaba por rutas conocidas de narcotráfico en el Caribe y participaba en operaciones de narcotráfico", aseguró el organismo en su cuenta de X.
(2026-04-20). Huge demonstration on Sunday in Madrid to support Cuba. radiohc.cu Hundreds of people participated on Sunday in a demonstration in support of Cuba and against the United States blockade, marching through areas of downtown Madrid. | The march, which took place from the Atocha roundabout to the Plaza de la Provincia, next to the Plaza Mayor, included songs, slogans, and the display of signs demanding an end to the White House's hostility toward the Caribbean island. | The State Movement of Solidarity with Cuba (MESC) in Spain organized the demonstration under the slogan "For the end of the United States blockade against Cuba." | Sixty-nine solidarity associations and groups across…
(2026-04-20). Estados Unidos incautó un buque iraní en el Mar de Omán. cubadebate.cu Fuerzas estadounidenses incautaron este domingo un buque de carga iraní en el golfo de Omán, en medio de bloqueo del estrecho de Ormuz por Washington. El cuartel general militar Hazrat Khatam al-Anbiya confirmó este ataque reivindicado por el ejército de EE.UU. en un comunicado difundido por la agencia de noticias Tasnim.
(2026-04-20). Tony Wood: A Bolivarian Republic of Letters? newleftreview.org Tony Wood on Julio Cortázar, Carlos Fuentes, Gabriel García Márquez and Mario Vargas Llosa, Las cartas del Boom. Correspondence between four titans of the midcentury Latin American novel.
(2026-04-20). Saturday 5/2: Monterey: May Day Strong. indybay.org Window on the Bay, 717 Del Monte Ave, Monterey…
(2026-04-20). El Nino likely to form in coming months, raise global heat risk: China climate center. ecns.cn A new El Nino event, a climate phenomenon marked by warmer-than-average sea surface temperatures in the central and eastern equatorial Pacific, is likely to develop in the coming months and could reach moderate or stronger intensity later this year, raising the risk of higher global temperatures and more extreme weather.
(2026-04-20). CPJ urges press freedom support in El Salvador in statement to Tom Lantos Human Rights Commission. CPJ Staff
(2026-04-20). Reform's Tory defectors set to lose their seats to actual Tories. thecanary.co 
When the Tories started defecting to Reform UK en masse, the reason for them doing so was obvious. Reform were riding high in the polls while the Conservative Party was sinking lower and lower. Ironically, Reform have dropped in the polls since accepting these Tory defectors. Reform sold themselves as an alternative to the Labour-Conservative […] | By
(2026-04-19). Israel Establishes Gaza-Style 'Yellow Line' in Lebanon as Occupation, Destruction Continues Despite 'Ceasefire'. news.antiwar.com Introduced late last week, the Israel-Lebanon ceasefire is "holding" in the sense that it's still being called a ceasefire, but with Israel's weekend introduction of a Gaza-style "Yellow Line" it seems increasingly apparent this ceasefire will neither cease fire nor stop the Israeli destruction of southern Lebanon. In Gaza, Israel established "Yellow Lines" that effectively …
(2026-04-19). Israeli army carries out demolitions in south Lebanon town. newarab.com 
Israeli forces on Saturday carried out demolitions in "The Israeli enemy is repeating its house detonating operations in the town of Bint Jbeil," Lebanon's state-run National News Agency (NNA) said, also reporting demolitions in other border towns where Israeli troops are present. | Bint Jbeil, located around five kilometres north of the Israeli border…
(2026-04-19). Israel 'preparing attacks on Iran energy infrastructure'. newarab.com 
Israeli news outlet Maariv reported on Sunday that the
(2026-04-19). Want to Resist a Data Center? These Organizers Share How They Did It. truthout.org The prolific construction of massive data centers that house the physical computing power for artificial intelligence (AI) is galvanizing resistance in localities across the United States. Communities are fighting back against the billionaire tech and financial power behind these projects and their numerous harms, from their noise and pollution to their hyperconsumption of water and electricity. |
(2026-04-19). The 6th China International Consumer Products Expo opens to public. ecns.cn Visitors tour the exhibition halls at the 6th China International Consumer Products Expo, which opened its doors to the public in Haikou, south China's Hainan Province on April 16, 2026.
(2026-04-19). A Primer on the Petrodollar and the War on Iran. orinocotribune.com By Vijay Prasad — Apr 16, 2026 | As you and I worry about how war and inflation will impact our families and nations, bond traders are fixated on the numbers on their screens, calculating what might happen to seemingly arcane financial instruments. Their job is to protect the treasure of the wealthy. For the past fifty years, the relative stability of the US dollar — above all as embodied in US Treasury securities — has rested in part on what is called the 'petrodollar' system. | When petroleum prices are relatively stable, the costs of production and transport are more predictable, inflation is…
(2026-04-19). Ghost Murmur Weapon System: Technology, Strategy and US Military Supremacy. moderndiplomacy.eu In my last analysis titled "The Weapon We Haven't Seen Yet," I argued that the US-Iran confrontation is actually a weapon testing ground, setting some novel norms of warfare. One can argue that this is normal to proxy wars, but this time, the weapons that the Pentagon is testing in Iran against those of the …
(2026-04-19). Winter is on its way, but autumn just yet. independentaustralia.net 
(2026-04-19). Esta es la última oportunidad para los iraníes, amenaza Trump. cubadebate.cu El presidente de EE.UU., Donald Trump, lanzó una dura advertencia este domingo a Irán al asegurar que el país tiene una "última oportunidad" para firmar un acuerdo, en medio de las negociaciones en curso para poner fin al conflicto en la región.