(2025-09-17). Top aid groups call on world leaders to stop Israel's genocide in Gaza. aljazeera.com MSF, Islamic Relief, Save the Children and CARE International are among the aid groups issuing the joint call.
(2025-09-17). Doctors say Israeli troops deliberately targeted Gaza children. nationofchange.org International physicians describe treating more than 100 Palestinian children shot in the head or chest in what they call evidence of war crimes.
(2025-09-17). Dozens killed as Israel ramps up Gaza City ground assault. newarab.com 
Israeli forces pressed on with More than half of the dead were killed in strikes on Gaza City, including a child and his mother at their apartment in
(2025-09-17). 'We pulled the children out in pieces'. tribune.com.pk 
As drones buzzed overhead in the morning sun, Palestinians gently lifted from the rubble a blanket holding a body, the latest casualty of Israel's relentless bombardment of Gaza City. | The devastating scene is a familiar one in the Gaza Strip's main urban hub, where Israel has carried out intensifying strikes in the runup to the ground assault it launched on Tuesday. | Overnight bombing reduced a residential block in the north of the city to mounds of rubble. One man squeezed his head and hand beneath a concrete slab in a desperate search for survivors. | "There were about 50 people inside, including women an…
(2025-09-17). Video: Al Jazeera challenges UN chief over Gaza genocide. aljazeera.com Al Jazeera's James Bays asked UN Guterres about why he has not referred to the war on Gaza as a genocide.
(2025-09-17). Mass demonstration across NYC planned against Netanyahu in UNGA. newarab.com 
A mass demonstration is planned against Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu to protest his Thousands of people from across the country will be meeting at Times Square in the morning of 29 September, and will then march to the UN building to demand the arrest of Netanyahu for his military assault on Gaza and for Israel's sanctioning by UN member states. | "How can a war criminal be allowed to speak to the international community while his…
(2025-09-17). How the flotilla to Gaza is reclaiming the Mediterranean Sea. newarab.com 
It was November 1973, and the "Australe" departed from the Port of Genoa, a Northern Italian city looking out onto the Mediterranean Sea, built upon decades of maritime trade. The ship carried essential goods of every kind: medicines, small rice tractors, textile machines, a brick kiln and even twenty fully equipped schools. | In January 1974, it arrived at the Port of Haiphong, Vietnam —
(2025-09-17). The 'Gaza Riviera' plan: Gentrifying Israel's genocide. newarab.com 
The so-called Wrapped in glossy renderings and marketed as a leap into progress, it is in fact the culmination of years of deliberate devastation – a scheme to What is pitched as investment and regeneration is, in truth, the laundering of geno…
(2025-09-17). Israel committing genocide: UN report. tribune.com.pk 
Israel has committed genocide against Palestinians in the Gaza Strip, the UN Independent International Commission of Inquiry on the Occupied Palestinian Territory, including East Jerusalem, and Israel said in a new report today. | The Commission urges Israel and all States to fulfil their legal obligations under international law to end the genocide and punish those responsible for it. | The Commission has been investigating the events on and since 7 October 2023 for the last two years, and concluded that Israeli authorities and Israeli security forces committed four of the five genocidal acts defined by the 1…
(2025-09-17). Jordanian parties launch hunger strike in solidarity with Gaza. newarab.com 
Jordanian political parties are holding a hunger strike in solidarity with The campaign, launched under the slogan "Empty Stomachs for Gaza", seeks to pressure governments and decision-makers to immediately halt Israel's aggression. | Rula al-Hroub, secretary-general of the Labour Party, said on Tuesday that the strike will take place on 16 and 23 September. | Speaking at a press conference at the party's headquarters in Amman, she…
(2025-09-17). UN says Israel is committing genocide in Gaza. greenleft.org.au 
(2025-09-17). World hails UN Gaza genocide report as Israel rejects findings. newarab.com 
A damning United Nations report released on Tuesday confirmed that Israel was committing Navi Pillay, chair of the UN Commission of Inquiry on the Occupied Palestinian Territory and a former International Criminal Court judge, declared that "genocide is occurring in Gaza". | She formally accused Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and other senior Israeli officials of inciti…
(2025-09-17). EU considers imposing 37% tariffs on Israel. albawaba.com ALBAWABA – The EU proposed on Tuesday to slap huge tariffs on Israel as a way to pressure Tel Aviv to stop the war in Gaza.The European Commission suggested imposing tariffs on Israeli goods over the deadly war in Gaza and ongoing violations in the West Bank.EU foreign policy chief Kaja Kallas told Euronews that the strategy is to suspend trade-related provisions between the EU and Israel.EU proposes to strike Israel with HUGE tariffs on 37% exports | 'In 2024, EU & Israel trade amounted to ‚Ǩ42.6B. Abolition of preferential regime will cost Israel dearly' — Kallas in light of events in Ga…
(2025-09-17). Israel announces 'safe' route for residents to leave Gaza City for 48 hours. albawaba.com ccALBAWABA – Israeli army spokesperson Avichay Adraee posted on X on Wednesday, announcing a "temporary" new route for residents to leave Gaza City.The announcement came one day after the Israeli army announced the launch of the ground invasion of Gaza City after a massive bombardment that was carried out against the city.The Israeli military announced "the opening of a temporary transportation route via Salah al-Din Street", "the route will be open for 48 hours only".
(2025-09-17). Netanyahu cuts short testimony in graft trial, citing expanded Gaza ground op. haaretz.com Israel prime minister also complained about having to testify three times a week and continues to deny any wrongdoing in the three corruption cases against him…
(2025-09-17). Saturday 9/20: Albany & El Cerrito for Palestine Presents Gaza Surf Club. indybay.org Banana Yoga | 5827 San Pablo Ave | Emeryville CA…
(2025-09-17). Police, arrests used to try and silence opposition to genocide at WSU. greenleft.org.au 
(2025-09-17). Israel / Palestine: Calls for the protection of humanitarian activists sailing to Gaza aboard all the Global Sumud Flotilla. fidh.org According to reports, more than 50 boats of humanitarian activists from the Global Sumud Flotilla – coordinated by the Maghreb Sumud Flotilla, the Freedom Flotilla Coalition, Global Movement to Gaza, and the Sumud Nusantara – sailed to Gaza on 31st of August 2025, departing from Barcelona. They aim to deliver urgent humanitarian aid to the besieged population in Gaza. Israeli authorities have consistently intercepted vessels attempting to breach the blockade, redirecting them to Israeli (…) | – | /…
(2025-09-17). Gaza City mosque blown up by Israeli air attack. aljazeera.com Israeli forces bombed and destroyed a 13th century mosque in the Tuffah neighbourhood of Gaza City on Tuesday.
(2025-09-17). UN Chief: war in Gaza "Intolerable" as world leaders condemn Israeli offensive. albawaba.com ALBAWABA- UN Secretary-General António Guterres has declared the war in Gaza "morally, politically and legally intolerable," warning that the devastation unfolding in Gaza City represents the systematic destruction of the enclave.His remarks came as the Israeli military announced the expansion of its ground operation in Gaza City, claiming that its goal is to "destroy Hamas' military infrastructure" and urging residents to flee south. The announcement followed a night of heavy bombardment in northern Gaza that killed at least 20 people, according to local health officials.LIVE: UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterr…
(2025-09-17). Calling Palestinians "barbaric animals," US Secretary of State hails Israeli assault on Gaza City. wsws.org On Monday, US Secretary of State Marco Rubio held a joint appearance with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu to inaugurate what Netanyahu called the "concluding moves" in the US-Israeli onslaught on Gaza: the conquest and destruction of Gaza City.
(2025-09-17). The sinister truth behind Gaza City invasion — his greatest gamble since October 7. haaretz.com Despite opposition from the defense establishment and public skepticism, there is currently no effective Israeli protest against the ground invasion of Gaza City. Netanyahu knows that Hamas killing hostages could give him an excuse to expand the offensive and, like his far-right allies, pursue full occupation and expulsion of Gaza's population…
(2025-09-17). Israel says 'Gaza is burning' as it launches ground assault. newarab.com 
(2025-09-17). Gaza City faces horror by 'US-endorsed' Israeli assault. newarab.com 
For the second consecutive day, Speaking to The New Arab, Palestinian residents said the intensity of the campaign signals more than just another escalation. | "It seems that the Israeli army is preparing to start its ground invasion," Mohammed al-Attar, a Palestinian man from Gaza City, tol…
(2025-09-17). Ben & Jerry's cofounder leaves firm amid dispute with Unilever over Gaza. aljazeera.com Jerry Greenfield says he could no longer 'in good conscience' continue working for a company that had been 'silenced'.
(2025-09-17). What I wish rabbis would say about Israel, Gaza and the Palestinians in their High Holy Day sermons. haaretz.com This season of heshbon nefesh — soul-accounting — calls us to face truths we would rather avoid. This year, avoiding politics, avoiding Israel and avoiding Gaza is an inherently political act…
(2025-09-17). LIVE: Israel kills dozens of Palestinians as Gaza City invasion intensifies. aljazeera.com More than 30 people killed across the Gaza Strip since dawn as Israeli assault to seize urban centre draws condemnation.
(2025-09-17). Stopping the Genocide Requires an Armed Protective Force. counterpunch.org 
At this stage of the Gaza genocide, the Israelis' ostensible goals are (a) to free the captives who remain in Gaza, all of whom are soldiers (that is, prisoners of war) and (b) to "destroy Hamas." But its leaders have repeatedly made clear their true intentions: to nix all ceasefire proposals as they proceed to completely empty the Gaza Strip of its Palestinian population through some combination of mass killing and expulsion.
(2025-09-17). Israel uses 'alarm clock' terror tactic amid Gaza City invasion. newarab.com 
The Israeli air force has introduced a new tactic to terrorise civilians in The manoeuvre, dubbed "the alarm clock", comes as the
(2025-09-17). Spain's king denounces 'unspeakable suffering' of Gazans. newarab.com 
Spain's "The latest episode in this conflict… has degenerated into an unbearable humanitarian crisis, the unspeakable suffering of hundreds of thousands of innocent people and the total devastation of Gaza," the monarch said during a visit to Egypt. | Felipe, who rarely speaks out on i…
(2025-09-17). Gaza flotilla vessels arrive in Sicily after leaving Tunisia. newarab.com 
A number of fleets linked to the Two ships targeted by drone strikes last week, the British-flagged Alma and The Family, also entered Italian waters. Other vessels such as Paola 1, Suelle and Karma arrived in Sicily on Tuesday afternoon, while ships including Inana, Estrella Y Manuel, Adara and Mikenio are currentl…
(2025-09-17). Aid groups call for stronger efforts to stop Gaza City offensive. newarab.com 
A coalition of leading aid groups Wednesday urged the international community to take stronger measures to stop That's as Israel pressed forward with the operation in the territory's already-devastated north and the Palestinian death toll in Gaza neared 65,000. | "What we are witnessing in Gaza is not only an unprecedented humanitarian catastrophe, but what the UN Commission of Inquiry has now concluded is a genocide," read the statement from the ai…
(2025-09-17). 10 must-read books by Palestinian authors you need to know. newarab.com 
As someone privy to the inner workings of publishing, I know that books take an average of two to three years between the time an author lands a book deal and the day the physical book hits bookstore shelves. | The fact that books such as The Eyes of Gaza: A Diary of Resistance by
(2025-09-17). Global Sumud Flotilla – Interview with Saif Abukeshek. indybay.org Interview with Palestinian activist Saif Abukeshek participating in the 2025 Global Sumud Flotilla to Gaza to deliver medicine and food and break the siege.
(2025-09-17). Influencer family stirs anger after playing Anas Al-Sharif puzzle. albawaba.com ALBAWABA – A video of a famous Arab influencer family stirred controversy on social media after filming themselves making a puzzle themed after the late Palestinian journalist Anas Al-Sharif, who was recently killed by a targeted Israeli air strike on Gaza. The influencers in question are the Miqdad family, who posted a 19-minute clip of themselves participating in a puzzle challenge featuring a picture of Anas Al-Sharif. In the clip, the Miqdad family formed two teams to see who could finish the same puzzle faster.While many viewed the video as harmless, as they offered their condolences to the late Palestinian…
(2025-09-17). Dehumanisation: How Israel is able to commit its genocide in Gaza. aljazeera.com Israel has dehumanised Palestinians for decades, eventually leading to the current Gaza genocide, say analysts.
(2025-09-17). Gaza City reels as Israel unleashes ground offensive. tribune.com.pk 
Israel launched its long-anticipated ground offensive in Gaza City on Tuesday, targeting Hamas militants and prompting widespread international alarm, with the UN condemning it as "carnage". | A United Nations commission accused Israel of committing "genocide" in the Palestinian territory, saying Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and other senior officials had incited the crime. | The Israeli military unleashed a massive bombardment of Gaza City overnight as its troops moved deeper into the territory's largest urban hub. | "Over the past 24 hours, following extensive discussions with the political echelon, the…
(2025-09-17). Gobierno de Cuba reitera condena al genocidio en Gaza. radiohc.cu
(2025-09-17). ICRC president: Mass evacuation of Gaza City unfeasible and incomprehensible. icrc.org
(2025-09-17). Gaza medics say over 100 Palestinians killed since IDF launched Gaza City ground offensive. haaretz.com
(2025-09-17). Genocide as Spectacle: The Smartphone Era of War. juancole.com by Ismail Salahuddin ( Middle East Monitor ) — In an age where our phones glow with the endless stream of breaking news, short videos, and curated feeds, genocide itself has been transformed into consumable content. We live not simply in an era of wars but in what might be called the Netflix era of …
(2025-09-17). AUKUS four years on: 'Ghost sharks' and genocide complicity. greenleft.org.au 
(2025-09-17). Saturday 10/4: Two Years of Genocide, Two Years of Resistance – Rally and March. indybay.org San Jose City Hall, 200 E Santa Clara St, San Jose…
(2025-09-17). Germany warned of genocide charges over Israeli arms sales. newarab.com 
(2025-09-17). Lies hype around the Kirk assassination. workers.org 
Let's first make it clear who the perpetrators of violence are. In the first half of September: The U.S.-armed Israelis killed hundreds of Palestinian civilians daily, adding to the total of tens of thousands of children murdered during 23 months of genocide. Warplanes bomb civilians and Israeli snipers execute children . . . |
(2025-09-17). Ukraine is starting to think about memorials — a tricky task during an ongoing war. |
(2025-09-17). UC Unions & Workers Protest Trump & Regents Attacks On Public Education At UC Regents Meet. indybay.org UC unions rallied and protested at the UC Regents meeting at the Mission Bay campus against the union busting by the UC Regents and management, attacks on democratic rights and massive cutbacks of NIH by Trump along with demands for the "cleansing" of the University…
(2025-09-17). Drones 'shadow' Sumud Flotilla, activists urge regional protests. newarab.com 
Surveillance drones hovered over the Late on Tuesday, 16 September, the Sumud—one of the last boats in the Maghreb delegation of the Global Sumud Flotilla—l…
(2025-09-17). KSA, UK to boost security off Yemen. tribune.com.pk 
Saudi Arabia and Britain launched a partnership Tuesday to strengthen Yemen's coastguard in the Red Sea and Gulf of Aden, where Huthi rebels have stepped up attacks on commercial shipping. | Under the agreement announced at a news conference in Riyadh, the coastguard of Yemen's internationally recognised government would be trained and equipped to tackle threats that also include piracy, human-trafficking and smuggling. | The initiative received funding worth several million dollars from more than 35 countries, including Australia, Canada, Japan and the United States, as well as Gulf nations and the European U…
(2025-09-17). Arshad Nadeem qualifies for the World Athletics Championships javelin throw final. tribune.com.pk 
Pakistan's Arshad Nadeem qualified for the 2025 World Athletics Championship javelin throw final with an attempt of 85.28 metres. | He was in action for the first time after the Asian Championship, as he will be vying for his spot in the final of the World Athletics Championship javelin throw event in Tokyo. | Arshad had a tough time finding his best for the qualification as it came in the crucial third and final round of attempts. | He was required to hit the 84.50 m mark, and he failed to get it in his first two attempts, which were 76.99m and 74.17m, respectively. | Group B was dominated by the Paris Olympi…
(2025-09-17). Tractor held by Shabab Al Ahli: 2025/26 ACL Elite. tehrantimes.com TEHRAN – Shabab Al Ahli and 10-man Tractor battled to a 1-1 stalemate in their opening AFC Champions League Elite 2025/26 match at the Rashid Stadium on Tuesday.
(2025-09-17). Messi goal, assist lift Inter Miami past Seattle 3-1. jagonews24.com Lionel Messi scored one goal and set up another to spark Inter Miami over the Seattle Sounders 3-1 on Tuesday in an MLS rematch of a melee-capped Leagues Cup final.
(2025-09-17). Govt weighs mini-budget as deluge drains coffers. tribune.com.pk 
The government is considering a mini-budget to raise funds for flood rehabilitation by imposing additional taxes on cars, cigarettes, electronic goods, and a levy on imported items equal to the reduction in regulatory duties made in June. | Sources said the plan targets luxury items used by wealthy individuals as well as more than 1,100 imported goods, with revenue to be collected through a federal levy. | If approved by Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif, the mini-budget would help bridge the revenue shortfall and generate funds for flood rehabilitation, though most relief and rescue work is currently being carrie…
(2025-09-17). Why prosecutors charged Luigi Mangione with terrorism and a judge said no. whyy.org New York prosecutors tried to use a 9/11-era terrorism law in their case against The judge let murder and other charges stand against Mangione, who also faces a federal murder c…
(2025-09-17). Wife of Russian opposition leader Navalny says he was killed by poisoning. scmp.com The wife of Russian opposition leader Alexei Navalny said on Wednesday that laboratory analysis of smuggled biological samples had found he was killed by poisoning while incarcerated in an Arctic prison in February 2024. | Navalny, President Vladimir Putin's most formidable critic for years, died in mysterious circumstances while serving a 19-year prison sentence on a string of charges widely seen as retribution for his opposition.
(2025-09-17). At least 18 killed in RSF assault on Sudan's Al-Fashir. newarab.com 
At least 18 people were killed Tuesday during an incursion by Sudan's paramilitary Rapid Support Forces into the besieged Darfur city of The North Darfur state capital is the last major city in the vast western region still under government control, more than two years into the The death toll cited by the two medical sources, who spoke on condition of anonymity, only accounts for victims brought to…
(2025-09-17). North Korea: Serious violations of rights of persons with disabilities underscored. fidh.org The International Federation for Human Rights (FIDH) and the Database Center for North Korean Human Rights (NKDB) welcome the findings of the United Nations (UN) Committee on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities (CRPD) on the situation of disability rights in the Democratic People's Republic of Korea (DPRK or North Korea), and call for the government's swift implementation of the CRPD's recommendations.
Paris, Seoul, 17 September 2025. On 21 August 2025, the CRPD published its (…) | – |
(2025-09-17). UK protesters in court charged with supporting Palestine Action. newarab.com 
The first people charged with supporting Hundreds of people have been arrested at protests accused of showing support for the pro-Palestinian organisation The trio who appeared on Tuesday, two of whom are in their 70s, were greeted outside Westmins…
(2025-09-17). Lion, tiger cubs to make public debut during National Day holiday. ecns.cn Five one-month-old Siberian tigersand three even younger white lion cubs in a zoo of Qinyang, central China's Henan Province, are preparing for their public debut during the upcoming National Day holiday, which starts from October 1.Abandoned by their mother, they are now being raised by zookeepers. Apart from the dark tips of their tails, these adorable cubs are entirely white.
(2025-09-17). Senior cop received Enayet at airport; JaPa leader booked hotel. jagonews24.com A senior police officer went to Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport in Dhaka to receive Enayet Karim, also known as Masud Karim Chowdhury, who claimed to be an official of a foreign intelligence agency.
(2025-09-17). Polytechnic students block Satrasta over 3-point demands. jagonews24.com Students from polytechnic institutes have blocked the Satrasta intersection in Tejgaon, Dhaka, protesting the alleged destruction of the technical education system and the shrinking of engineering job opportunities.
(2025-09-17). ƒ∞srail bu tabletin pe≈üinde: Türkiye'den Siloam Yazƒ±tƒ±'nƒ± alamayan Netanyahu, Cumhurba≈ükanƒ± Erdoƒüan'ƒ± hedef gà∂sterdi. t.co ƒ∞srail Ba≈übakanƒ± Netanyahu, dàºn ABD Dƒ±≈üi≈üleri Bakanƒ± Marco Rubio ile birlikte gittiƒüi Mescid-i Aksa yakƒ±nlarƒ±ndaki tàºnellerde arkeolojik kazƒ±larƒ±n yapƒ±ldƒ±ƒüƒ± bir alanda konu≈üma yaptƒ±.Netanyahu, Osmanlƒ± dà∂neminde Doƒüu Kudàºs'te bulunarak ƒ∞stanbul Arkeoloji Màºzesi'ne getirilen Silvan Yazƒ±tƒ±'nƒ±…
(2025-09-17). UK welcomes Trump with great pomp for second state visit. tribune.com.pk 
US President Donald Trump formally begins his unprecedented second state visit to Britain on Wednesday with the royal pomp a grand veneer to key diplomatic talks, and as difficult questions about Jeffrey Epstein linger. | King Charles and the royal family will roll out the red carpet for the president when he arrives at Windsor Castle, the oldest and largest inhabited castle in the world and family home to British monarchs for almost 1,000 years, with a carriage procession, gun salutes, a military flypast and lavish banquet. | Britain says it will be the largest military ceremonial welcome for a state visit in…
(2025-09-17). Chinese defense minister holds talks with Cuban counterpart. ecns.cn Chinese Defense Minister Dong Jun held talks with Alvaro Lopez Miera, minister of the Revolutionary Armed Forces of Cuba, in Beijing on Tuesday.Dong said that the relationship between China and Cuba is a model of solidarity and cooperation between socialist countries and of sincere mutual assistance among developing countries.
(2025-09-17). The Department of War is Back; But no Wars won in Decades. juancole.com ( Tomdispatch.com ) — My fellow Americans, my critical voice has finally been heard inside the Oval Office. No, not my voice against the $1.7 trillion this country is planning to spend on new nuclear weapons. No, not my call to cut the Pentagon budget in half. No, not my imprecations against militarism in America. …
(2025-09-17). Nigeria: January to June 2025 Facts and Figures. icrc.org January – June 2025…
(2025-09-17). A Hunger Strike to End Pesticides Near Watsonville Schools. indybay.org Topics covered in this discussion include the role the Driscoll's company has played in our local community, as well as the history of pesticides and farm workers; plus the story of one farmworker family currently suffering from cancer. Driscoll's is the largest berry company in the world.
(2025-09-17). Thursday 9/18: No Kings 2.0 Kick Off – Join Protest Organizing Call (virtual). indybay.org Virtual – join from anywhere…
(2025-09-17). First Nations fight back for sovereignty. greenleft.org.au 
(2025-09-17). South Korean workers detail inhumane conditions in ICE custody following raid at Georgia Hyundai plant. wsws.org Following their repatriation back to South Korea, workers are speaking out on the deplorable conditions they endured after being kidnapped by the immigration Gestapo.
(2025-09-17). Hampton Roads, Virginia teachers face school closures, health care premium hike, measles crisis. wsws.org These crises are symptoms of a nationwide assault on public education and the social rights of the working class.
(2025-09-17). Echoes of Nazi eugenics: Fox News host calls for "lethal injection" of the homeless. wsws.org Kilmeade's suggestion to "just kill" the mentally ill homeless carries a chilling historical resonance with the clandestine Nazi program known as Aktion T4, aimed at eliminating people with mental and physical disabilities whom the Nazis deemed "genetically defective" and a "financial burden" to society.
(2025-09-17). Monday 9/22: No Monarchs Monday. indybay.org At the Tesla Dealership, 999 Van Ness (corner of Van Ness and O'Farrell), San Francisco…
(2025-09-17). PNG sovereignty under threat from 'defence' treaty with Australia. greenleft.org.au 
(2025-09-17). How Israel is tightening its siege on the West Bank's Tulkarem. newarab.com 
Tulkarem, occupied West Bank – Israeli forces have arrested more than The arrests followed an Israeli military statement reporting minor injuries to two soldiers when an exp…
(2025-09-17). Why Ben Gvir stormed Marwan Barghouti's prison cell. newarab.com 
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(2025-09-17). Death of Charlie Kirk fuels violence and clampdown on free speech. indybay.org Congresswoman Anna Paulina Luna Pressures Platforms To Clampdown On Free Speech:…
(2025-09-16). Autumn scenery in N China's Ergun. ecns.cn As autumn arrives, the wetland around the Ergun River fades from its green hue. The clear river interweaves with leaves in golden yellow, deep red and emerald green, forming a fairy-tale-like beautiful autumn scenery.
(2025-09-17). Did climate change cause 16,500 extra deaths in Europe this summer? aljazeera.com Study covering 854 European cities finds that officially reported heat deaths remain 'significantly underestimated'.
(2025-09-17). UN report shows 'healing' ozone layer. ecns.cn Illustration of the ozone layer blocking UV exposure.However, the long-term positive trend reflects the success of concerted international action, reported the Ozone Bulletin of the World Meteorological Organization.
(2025-09-17). Arsenal subs snatch win in Bilbao Champions League opener. tribune.com.pk 
Arsenal substitutes Gabriel Martinelli and Leandro Trossard pounced in the final stages to secure a 2-0 victory at Athletic Bilbao in their Champions League opener on Tuesday. | Last season's beaten semi-finalists got off to a winning start in the Basque country as they shaded a tight game at the San Mames stadium in the first of eight group matches. | Mikel Arteta's side, chasing a first major trophy since 2020 and their first ever Champions League win, ground out their victory with a typically sturdy defensive display and their late goals. | Martinelli scored in the 72nd minute, 36 seconds after coming off t…
(2025-09-17). Bilal Saeed, Asim Azhar, Young Stunners and more to perform at Expo Centre. tribune.com.pk 
The Family Music Festival and Lifestyle Expo is scheduled to be held in Karachi on Saturday, 4 October, and Sunday, 5 October 2025. The event will take place at the Expo Centre, Main University Road, Gulshan-e-Iqbal and is set to run from 6: 00 p.m. onwards. | The announced lineup features several prominent names from Pakistan's music industry. Confirmed performers include Bilal Saeed, Sahir Ali Bagga, Asim Azhar, Faris Shafi, Havi, Khudgarz Band, Young Stunners, Shahnila Ali, Shaman Ali Mirali, and Arshad Mehmood. This mix of artists spans multiple genres, ranging from mainstream pop and hip-hop to regional mu…
(2025-09-17). Trump announces deal with China to allow TikTok to continue operating in US. aljazeera.com US president says a 'group of very big companies' wants to buy the popular video-sharing platform.
(2025-09-17). Trump confirms US-China deal to keep TikTok operational. jagonews24.com A deal has been made between the US and China to keep TikTok running in the US, according to President Donald Trump.
(2025-09-17). Prosecutors to seek death penalty for Charlie Kirk's accused assassin. geo.tv 
(2025-09-17). Degrees of difficulty. onlineopinion.com.au Universities are struggling. Staff see livelihoods at risk, students see disruption, and managers see balance sheets collapsing.
(2025-09-17). Cuba: Anuncian IV Encuentro de Improvisación Poética Oralitura Habana. radiohc.cu Del 25 al 28 del actual mes tendrá lugar en La Habana el IV Encuentro de Improvisación Poética Oralitura Habana, con el objetivo de cultivar la riqueza de la décima y el repentismo como tradición y pilar esencial del ámbito artístico cubano. | En esta ocasión, el evento estará dedicado al aniversario 70 de la Controversia del Siglo entre Jesús Orta Ruiz ´El Indio Naborí ª y Angelito Valiente, así como a los 25 años de la creación de La Cátedra Experimental de Poesía Improvisada, a los 50 años de la muerte de Francisco Riverón y los 95 años del natalicio del Inocente Iznaga, el ´Jilguero de Cienfu…
(2025-09-17). Traditional Owners, climate activists call on WA Labor to ban fracking. greenleft.org.au 
(2025-09-17). One year after deadly pager blasts, Hezbollah is still reeling. newarab.com 
On 17 September 2024, At first, many people assumed the footage was fake or filmed abroad. But it quickly became clear that thousands of AR—924 wireless pagers had detonated simultaneously across Lebanon and Syria, targeting people in cafés, grocery stores, crowded streets, home…
(2025-09-17). Taliban bans Wi-Fi in Afghan province to 'prevent immorality'. newarab.com 
The It's the first time a ban of this kind has been imposed since the Taliban Haji Attaullah Zaid, a provincial government…
(2025-09-17). Decades of campaigns behind Great Koala National Park, NSW logging moratorium. greenleft.org.au 
(2025-09-17). Charlie Kirk's accused assassin faces initial Utah court hearing. newarab.com 
The trade school student suspected of assassinating Tyler Robinson, 22, is accused of firing the single rifle shot from a rooftop sniper's nest that pierced Kirk's neck last Wednesday on the campus of Utah Valley University in Orem, about 40 miles (65 km) south of Salt Lake City. | The killing, captured in graphic…
(2025-09-17). APA Insurance, Hollard launch new health insurance solution. independent.co.ug 
Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | APA Insurance Uganda, in partnership with Hollard Health, has introduced a new international health insurance solution, APA International Health, offering coverage worth up to Shs36 billion. The launch of APA International Health is expected to give a significant boost to Uganda's insurance sector, which has struggled with low penetration …
(2025-09-17). Farmers are in Trouble: How to Turn Things Around. counterpunch.org 
Farmers may be the proverbial "canaries in the coal mine" when it comes to the effects of Trump's grand tariff experiment. Point in fact — corn and soy prices are experiencing precipitous falls in no small part due to tariffs that China has placed on US imports. Cotton prices are dropping for the same reason,
(2025-09-17). Petition seeks IHC recording of Justice Jahangiri suspension hearing. tribune.com.pk 
Barrister Jahangir Jadun has applied to the Registrar of the Islamabad High Court (IHC) to obtain the audio-video recording of Tuesday's hearing in Justice Tariq Mahmood Jahangiri's suspension case in the chief justice's court. | The application argues that while the media reported that no order had been passed, it was later learned after the hearing that Justice Jahangiri had been suspended from judicial work. | The application specifically requests the audio-video recording of IHC court 1 from September 16 at 1pm, with a USB drive also submitted for the recording. | Read: IHC suspends Justice Jahangiri amid…
(2025-09-17). Divisions deepen in Australia's Liberal-National Coalition. wsws.org More rifts have erupted in the Coalition since Liberal Party leader Sussan Ley sacked Senator Jacinta Nampijinpa Price from the shadow ministry last week.
(2025-09-17). House Hearing with Meteorologist Chris Martz Dr. Roger Pielke Jr. on Playing God with the Weather — A Disastrous Forecast. wattsupwiththat.com House Hearing with Meteorologist Chris Martz & Dr. Roger Pielke Jr. on Playing God with the Weather — A Disastrous Forecast…
(2025-09-17). Five terrorists killed in Khuzdar IBO: ISPR. tribune.com.pk 
Security forces killed five terrorists linked to the Indian proxy network Fitna al Hindustan during an intelligence-based operation (IBO) in Balochistan's Khuzdar district. | According to the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR), the operation was launched on the night of September 14 and 15 following reports of militant presence in the area. | "During the conduct of the operation, own forces effectively engaged the terrorists' location, and after an intense fire exchange, five Indian-sponsored terrorists were sent to hell," the statement said. | The ISPR added that weapons, ammunition and explosives were re…
(2025-09-17). Para luchar contra los planes de la ley marcial 'Nuestro movimiento no puede permitirse estar dividido'. workers.org Lo que sigue se basa en una charla impartida por Monica Moorehead, editora gerente de Mundo Obrero y ex candidata presidencial del Partido Mundo Obrero, para un seminario web del 7 de septiembre de 2025 titulado "Las guerras vuelven a casa: °Las tropas fuera de nuestras ciudades! ICE fuera de . . . |
(2025-09-17). Tom Brady to play in flag football tourney in Saudi Arabia. newarab.com 
Tom Brady plans to play alongside current and former NFL stars in a three-team flag football tournament in The Fanatics Flag Football Classic on 21 March at Kingdom Arena in Riyadh will also include Saquon Barkley, CeeDee Lamb, Christian McCaffrey, Maxx Crosby, and Rob Gronkowski, among others. | Las Vegas' Pete Carroll, Denver's Sean Payton, and San Francisco's Kyle Shanahan will be the coaches. | Brady is partnering with Turki Alalshikh, chairman o…
(2025-09-17). Australia, PNG delay defence pact as China's rise in Pacific region looms. aljazeera.com Australian PM Albanese fails to sign mutual defence pact a week after also failing to sign security deal with Vanuatu.
(2025-09-17). Iran's Combat Preparedness Averting New Attack: Top Commander. tn.ai TEHRAN (Tasnim) — Iran's highest-ranking military commander praised the country's growing defense readiness, saying Tehran's preparedness has reached a level that deters enemies from miscalculations, including the notion of launching renewed acts of aggression.
(2025-09-17). Israel reportedly supplying weapons and salaries to Druze in southern Syria. haaretz.com Syrian foreign minister presents plan to restore security in the south of the country as contacts continue between the Syrian regime and Israel on border security arrangements…
(2025-09-17). Israel, US deploy religious rhetoric to counter pro-Palestinian statehood moves. scmp.com With European nations poised to symbolically recognise Palestinian statehood, Israel and the United States have ramped up their religious rhetoric, which analysts say is heightening tensions and deepening divisions across the West and Middle East alike. | Meeting in Israel on Monday — while an emergency Arab-Islamic summit convened in Doha in response to Israel's air strikes on Qatar — Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and US Secretary of State Marco Rubio both emphasised their nations'…
(2025-09-17). Felony Animal Rescue Trial Begins. indybay.org Zoe Rosenberg, 23, is charged with felony conspiracy and 3 misdemeanors for rescuing chickens from Perdue's Petaluma Poultry slaughterhouse…
(2025-09-17). Capitalism isn't working — No jobs to be found. workers.org 
On August 1, President Donald Trump fired Dr. Erika McEntarfer, Commissioner of the Bureau of Labor Statistics. The cause for discipline was a less-than-optimistic jobs report that Trump claimed was "rigged." The report was based on actual statistics using the methodology the BLS has employed since its inception regardless of . . . |
(2025-09-17). Philadelphia tests out 'cool pavement' in Hunting Park to combat summer heat. whyy.org 
(2025-09-17). CEO of LVMH visits China for 3rd consecutive year. ecns.cn Bernard Arnault, chairman and CEO of LVMH Group, was spotted in Shanghai, according to photos posted on Chinese social media platforms Tuesday.
(2025-09-17). Thursday 9/18: Oakland Press Conference: The People Demand an Arms Embargo! indybay.org Oakland International Airport, 1 Airport Dr, Oakland…
(2025-09-17). 'I'm not going anywhere; bring it on': Kash Patel dares Democrats amid Epstein, Kirk questions | FBI. hindustantimes.com FBI Director Kash Patel defended his handling of the Jeffrey Epstein case and the early, confusing public updates on the Charlie Kirk investigation during a tense Senate Judiciary Committee hearing. Senator Dick Durbin accused Patel of seeking credit over investigative discipline, warning that his actions "created mass confusion" and risked public safety. Throughout the session, Patel maintained he acted transparently and accused critics of politicizing his leadership.
(2025-09-17). Emmy award winner Hannah Einbinder denounces ICE and proclaims "Free Palestine" wsws.org The aim of the producers of the Emmy broadcast was to prevent any commentary on the explosive events in the US or mass murder in the Middle East.
(2025-09-17). Australian state Labor governments deepen assault on cultural institutions. wsws.org The public sector unions oppose any genuine mobilisation of their members to fight Labor's attacks on art gallery and museum workers.
(2025-09-17). PTV launches new digital channel. tribune.com.pk 
Pakistan Television (PTV) on Wednesday launched its new English-language digital news channel, PTV Digital, aimed at projecting Pakistan's perspective to global audiences and countering anti-Pakistan narratives. | Prime Minister Shehbaz inaugurated the channel by unveiling a plaque at a ceremony attended by Information Minister Attaullah Tarar, Information Secretary Ambreen Jan, and other senior officials. | The new channel is part of PTV's efforts to expand its digital footprint and engage international viewers with Pakistan's viewpoints on regional and global issues. | He also toured various sections of the…
(2025-09-17). USA: No sympathy, please! The Winding Up of the Aid Organization USAID. indybay.org The Agency for Effectiveness DOGE, led by Elon Musk until his departure, investigated USAID for wasting public funds because Musk was convinced that it was "a criminal organization" [1]. Donald Trump had declared that this agency was run by "a group of insane radicals" [2]. The global aid organization USAID, founded by Pres. Kennedy, distributed over $35 billion in aid worldwide in 2024.
(2025-09-17). Saturday 10/11: Conard House: Rhythms of Resilience II. indybay.org The Fillmore | 1805 Geary Blvd, San Francisco, CA 94115, USA…
(2025-09-17). Punjab launches first e-taxi scheme. tribune.com.pk 
Punjab government has launched its first e-taxi scheme, aiming to promote green transport and create employment opportunities. | In the first phase, 1,100 electric vehicles will be distributed, with 1,000 allocated to the corporate sector and 100 to individual applicants. Thirty e-taxis are reserved for women. | Applications can be submitted online at e-taxi.punjab.gov.pk. Vehicles will be provided through five-year interest-free instalments, with the government covering all interest costs, officials said. | Transport Minister Bilal Akbar Khan said the scheme will encourage electric vehicle use and support env…
(2025-09-17). Sun outage may disrupt satellite broadcasts for 8 days. jagonews24.com The Bangladesh Satellite Company Limited (BSCL) has warned that satellite-based broadcasts in the country may face disruptions for eight consecutive days starting September 29 due to sun outage.
(2025-09-17). Federal Court rejects Sable's demand for permits to restart oil & gas operation on the Central Coast. indybay.org Ruling orders Santa Barbara County Supervisors to hold public hearing on permit transfer within 60 days…
(2025-09-17). The P-5 Tighten Their Grip Over Selection of the Next UN Boss. passblue.com 
The five permanent members of the United Nations Security Council — Britain, China, France, United States and Russia — may be deadlocked on many global issues, but they put aside their differences to preserve their primary influence over the selection of the next UN secretary-general. On Sept. 5, the 193-member General Assembly adopted the report …
(2025-09-17). Moldova: 2025 International Humanitarian Law Essay Competition for Students. icrc.org Chi»ôinƒÉu, 1 September — 15 October 2025…
(2025-09-17). Fakery Is Part of US Assault on Venezuela. counterpunch.org 
On September 2, President Donald Trump and Secretary of State Marco Rubio separately reported that a U.S. attack on a small boat off Venezuela's coast destroyed illegal drugs and killed 11 passengers identified as members of the Tren de Aragua terrorist gang. Trump showed a video on social media displaying the boat's fiery destruction. For
(2025-09-17). ATC orders Imran Khan to appear via video link in next hearing. tribune.com.pk 
PTI founder Imran Khan has been directed to appear via video link from Adiala Jail for the next hearing, as the anti-terrorism court (ATC) adjourned the General Headquarters (GHQ) attack case to October 1. | The development came after the Punjab government formally withdrew its notification for holding a jail trial in the case. | Presided over by ATC Judge Amjad Ali Shah, the court issued summons for three witnesses to appear at the next hearing and instructed that challan copies be distributed in 11 other May 9 cases the same day. | Former foreign minister Shah Mahmood Qureshi will also attend via video link…
(2025-09-17). Amouzad avenges Paris loss to Kiyooka: UWW. tehrantimes.com TEHRAN – Revenge was the theme of the night on Tuesday at the Zagreb World Championships, with Rahman Amouzad playing the starring role.
(2025-09-17). Trustee appointed to CHP's Istanbul branch; Bahàßeli calls on àñcalan again; Alleged ISIS terror attack in Izmir. unitedworldint.com Main political events in Türkiye in the last week. Last week in Türkiye, at the top of the agenda, was the court's decision to appoint a trustee to the CHP Istanbul provincial branch and developments following it. Another topic was MHP leader Devlet Bahàßeli's call on PKK leader Abdullah àñcalan in the context of "terror-free …
(2025-09-16). Trump departs for state visit to Britain. ecns.cn This is Trump's second state visit to the UK. His last state visit to the country as president of the United States was in 2019.
(2025-09-17). Sri Lanka: Ambiguous Loss. icrc.org Dealing with frozen grief…
(2025-09-17). Netanyahu embraces Spartan militarism as Israel isolation grows. newarab.com 
Israeli Prime Minister In a speech that appeared aimed at reinforcing a siege mentality, Netanyahu argued that Israel would need to become more economically self-sufficient as
(2025-09-17). China's Electric Vehicle Influence Expands Nearly Everywhere, Except the US and Canada. counterpunch.org 
In 2025, 1 in 4 new automotive vehicle sales globally are expected to be an electric vehicle — either fully electric or a plug-in hybrid. That is a significant rise from just five years ago, when EV sales amounted to fewer than 1 in 20 new car sales, according to the International Energy Agency, an
(2025-09-17). Afghan man gets life in Germany for anti-Islam rally stabbing. newarab.com 
An Afghan man was sentenced to life in prison on Tuesday for a jihadist The 26-year-old, only partially named as Sulaiman A and found to be a supporter of the Islamic State group, committed the knife attack in May 2024 in the western city of The court convicted him of murder, attempted murder, and dange…
(2025-09-17). Washington, Beijing strike deal to keep TikTok running in US. tribune.com.pk 
President Donald Trump on Tuesday announced an agreement between the US and China to keep TikTok operating in the United States, with three sources familiar with the matter saying the deal was similar to one discussed earlier this year. | The agreement requires TikTok's American assets to be transferred to US owners from China's ByteDance, potentially resolving a saga that has lingered for nearly a year. | A deal for the popular social media app, which counts 170 million US users, would represent a breakthrough in months-long talks between the two biggest economies as they seek to defuse a wide-ranging trade w…
(2025-09-17). China's V-Day commemorations enhance confidence in advancing national rejuvenation: Xi. ecns.cn China's V-Day commemorations have strengthened the nation's resolve and confidence in building a strong country and advancing national rejuvenation on all fronts, President Xi Jinping has said.
(2025-09-17). TotalEnergies unveils Tilenga social impact report. independent.co.ug 
Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | On Sept.16, TotalEnergies EP Uganda (TEPU), in collaboration with the Petroleum Authority of Uganda, held the inaugural Tilenga Social Performance Forum at the Sheraton Kampala Hotel under the theme "Catalysing Sustainable Development: Sharing Value and Creating Impact." The forum provided a strategic platform for TEPU to showcase its efforts …
(2025-09-17). Israeli singer, TV presenter Gidi Gov suspected of drunk-driving accident. haaretz.com Gov, 75, was returning from a private performance when his vehicle struck several other cars, injuring at least six people…
(2025-09-16). China plans to expand its unilateral visa-free policies. ecns.cn China plans to further expand the scope of its unilateral visa-free policies to more countries in an orderly manner while continuously refining visa policies for foreign nationals traveling to China, a new guideline said.
(2025-09-17). Jordan's pension reforms leave elderly widows in poverty. newarab.com 
The autumn of 2022 was different for Umm Mahmoud, after she found out her At first, she didn't understand what had happened. She told The New Arab she received a bank letter which shocked her, stating that only 102 "I called my daughter and told her that they had deducted a lot from me, but she told me what I had received…
(2025-09-17). Maduro resalta unidad de Venezuela en la instalación del Consejo Nacional por la Soberanía y la Paz. cubadebate.cu El presidente de la República Bolivariana de Venezuela, Nicolás Maduro, encabezó la instalación del Consejo Nacional por la Soberanía y la Paz en la ciudad de Caracas, instancia en la que destacó la participación de 434 representantes de sectores estrátegicos como muestra de una nación reconciliada y unida en defensa de la soberanía, la paz y la autodeterminación, ante las crecientes amenazas de Estados Unidos.
(2025-09-17). Iran Urges Muslim Nations to Join Global Boycott Campaigns against Israel. tn.ai TEHRAN (Tasnim) — Spokesperson for the Iranian Foreign Ministry Esmaeil Baqaei condemned any normalization of ties with the Zionist regime, describing it as equivalent to legitimizing crime and aggression.
(2025-09-16). 'Transparent kitchens' win diners' trust via openness. ecns.cn During peak lunch hour at a busy restaurant in Chengdu, Sichuan province, four chefs work in perfect unison, deftly churning out multiple dishes as flames leap from the woks. However, their expertise and execution are not only of interest to the customers waiting for the food, but also to over 50,000 viewers watching them live at work on Douyin, China's short-video platform.
(2025-09-17). Several cycling teams could refuse to race against Israel-Premier Tech, Guardian reports. haaretz.com Move comes in response to a series of pro-Palestine protests that led to violence and disruptions at the 2025 Vuelta a España…
(2025-09-17). How the Rich and Their Right-Wing Cronies Plot to Break Working People. counterpunch.org 
John "Tiny" Powell grew up in a union household, attended school with other kids who hailed from union families, and learned early on that worker solidarity provided the only real check on corporate greed. That's why he put hundreds of miles on his car, knocked on countless doors, and spent hours protesting during the successful
(2025-09-17). Trump's Foreign Policy Push Against South Africa's Pro-Palestine Position. uwidata.com By Dr. Halim Genàßoƒülu South Africa's enduring solidarity with Palestine is deeply rooted in its own historical struggle against apartheid, shaping both its domestic discourse and foreign policy. This principled stance—exemplified by figures like Nelson Mandela—has led South Africa to openly criticize Israel's treatment of Palestinians and draw direct parallels with its own past. However, …
(2025-09-17). EconoScope | U.S. tariff policies backfire on soybean exports. ecns.cn In a few weeks, U.S. farmers will begin harvesting soybeans, but the world's top buyer has yet to place an order. China has not booked a single U.S. shipment for autumn, a sharp contrast to last year when purchases had already topped 13 million metric tons by this point.
(2025-09-17). Sepahan fall short to Al Hussein at ACL Two. tehrantimes.com TEHRAN – Al Hussein got their AFC Champions League Two 2025/26 campaign off to a bright start with a 1-0 win against Iran's Sepahan on Tuesday.
(2025-09-17). Lawnside Historical Society marks 35th anniversary of preserving Underground Railroad and borough history. whyy.org 
(2025-09-17). Floods devastate India's breadbasket of Punjab. tribune.com.pk 
The fields are full but the paddy brown and wilted, and the air thick with the stench of rotting crops and livestock — the aftermath of record monsoon rains that have devastated India's breadbasket. | In Punjab, often dubbed the country's granary, the damage is unprecedented: floods have swallowed farmlands almost the size of London and New York City combined. | India's agriculture minister said in a recent visit to the state that "the crops have been destroyed and ruined", and Punjab's chief minister called the deluge "one of the worst flood disasters in decades". | Old-timers agree | "The last time we…
(2025-09-17). 'The Khawatoons' prepare for an all girls comedy show on Friday. tribune.com.pk 
'The Khawatoons' keep coming back to District 19. They have previously done more than five shows there. Now, the all girls comedy group is scheduled to perform at the place this Friday in Karachi. The event will go on from 7: 30pm to 9: 00pm on September 19. | The show promises a night "packed with fresh jokes, quick wit, and the kind of laughter you don't want to miss." It is rated to be 16+ and we can expect some adult comedy from the group, according to their Instagram. | Talking to The Express Tribune, Ashika Shaikh, group member of The Khawatoons said that it's a ladies only show. "It's a safe space for wom…
(2025-09-17). Islamophobia report calls for respect. greenleft.org.au 
(2025-09-17). Fluoridation Risky to Fetus & Babies. indybay.org Fluoride chemicals added public water supplies to reduce tooth decay (fluoridation) poses an unnecessary risk of cognitive brain deficits to the fetus and young infants, report researchers in Annual Review of Public Health ("Health Risks and Benefits of Fluoride Exposure During Pregnancy and Infancy," April 2025).
(2025-09-16). China to issue commemorative coins for Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region 70th anniversary. ecns.cn The People's Bank of China announced on Tuesday that it will issue a set of gold and silver commemorative coins on September 19 to mark the 70th anniversary of the founding of Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region in northwest China.
(2025-09-17). Ecosocialism 2025 helps strengthen struggles for a just world. greenleft.org.au 
(2025-09-17). Announcement: Willis Will Be at This Week's VIP Meetup. wattsupwiththat.com Willis Eschenbach, long time contributor to WUWT will be joining Thursday's VIP meetup as a guest.
(2025-09-17). Sunday 10/5: Boycott Chevron Picket. indybay.org Temescal Chevron | 5500 Telegraph Avenue | Telegraph & 55th, Oakland…
(2025-09-17). Thursday 9/18: Webinar: Conference for Palestine Reportback. indybay.org Zoom | tinyurl.com/detroitreportback…
(2025-09-17). India v Pakistan. aljazeera.com One of the fiercest rivalries in sport…
(2025-09-17). Venezuela: Instalan Consejo Nacional por la Soberanía y la Paz. radiohc.cu El presidente de Venezuela, Nicolás Maduro agradeció este martes la instalación del Consejo Nacional por la Soberanía y la Paz ante la amenaza militar de Estados Unidos, que servirá para consolidar la unidad de todos los sectores del pueblo. | Esta instancia contó con la presencia de 434 invitados de la vida nacional y surgió a propuesta de la Asamblea Nacional (Parlamento), cuyo presidente Jorge Rodríguez anunció que contará con dos mesas de acción: una de carácter jurídico y otra política. | Maduro reveló que más del 60 por ciento de los presentes son opositores y "muchos pasaron a dialogar, a oírnos y a entre…
(2025-09-17). Japan won't recognise a Palestinian state given US ties: report. newarab.com 
Japan will not recognise Several governments, including those in Britain, France, Canada and Australia,
(2025-09-17). Charlie Kirk shooting suspect charged with aggravated murder, other crimes. geo.tv 
A collage showing a mugshot of Charlie Kirk's alleged killer Tyler Robinson. — AFP/File
(2025-09-17). Estimated 16,500 climate change deaths during Europe summer: study. geo.tv 
(2025-09-17). British Queen Camilla falls ill before Trump's UK state visit. scmp.com British Queen Camilla's planned meeting with US President Donald Trump and the first lady could be hampered by illness, which she reported just hours before the Americans touched down in England. | The queen, who was scheduled to appear on Tuesday at the funeral for the Duchess of Kent, withdrew at the last minute due to "acute sinusitis" — right around the same time Air Force One was preparing to cross the Atlantic Ocean.
(2025-09-17). RICO charges dismissed against 61 Cop City activists. workers.org 
In 2023, Georgia Attorney General Chris Carr brought RICO charges against 61 opponents of the "Cop City" training facility, alleging the protest movement was akin to an organized crime syndicate. Under Georgia's Racketeer Influenced and Corrupt Organizations (RICO) Act, prosecutors need merely to show the existence of a criminal enterprise . . . |
(2025-09-16). Barbados ambassador to China: CIFTIS creates new opportunities for deeper cooperation. ecns.cn Barbados Ambassador to China Hallam Henry told China News Network in an interview that the CIFTIS is an important platform to showcase services, talent, and professional expertise, while creating new opportunities for Barbados to promote its tourism and service sectors.
(2025-09-17). China's car market buckles under huge oversupply. tribune.com.pk 
On the outskirts of Chengdu, a city of 21 million, a showroom in a shopping mall offers extraordinary deals on new cars. | Visitors can choose from some 5,000 vehicles. Locally made Audis are 50% off. A seven-seater SUV from China's FAW is around $22,300, more than 60% below its sticker price. | These deals — offered by a company called Zcar, which says it buys in bulk from automakers and dealerships — are only possible because China has too many cars. | Years of subsidies and other government policies have aimed to make China a global automotive power and the world's electric-vehicle leader. Domesti…
(2025-09-17). CA Residents, Advocates Launch Campaign; Demand No CO2 Pipelines. indybay.org Fairfield, September 9, 2025 — Today, Communities Against Carbon Transport & Injection (CACTI), officially launched to protect the Bay Area from the Montezuma Carbon Hub, 45-mile carbon dioxide pipeline and waste injection well that could transport CO2 from sources such as power plants and refineries via pipelines through the Bay Area — including underwater pipelines — and ultimately inject it underground near the Suisun Marsh.
(2025-09-17). FM: Iran Ready for Fair, Balanced Solution to Nuclear Standoff. tn.ai TEHRAN (Tasnim) — Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi reaffirmed Iran's commitment to diplomacy in a telephone call with his French counterpart, stressing Tehran's readiness to pursue a fair and balanced solution that guarantees mutual interests in resolving the nuclear standoff.
(2025-09-17). Cheap Advice for the Fed. counterpunch.org 
The question for the Fed is whether it has to worry more about inflation or a weak labor market. Last week's data indicate both are real concerns, but to my mind, the labor market weakness is unambiguously the bigger problem. I acknowledge that I am generally far more concerned about workers being unemployed than modest
(2025-09-17). Iran Condemns US' Meddling, Hypocritical Policies. tn.ai TEHRAN (Tasnim) — The Iranian Foreign Ministry strongly condemned a recent statement by the US State Department, issued on the anniversary of the September 2022 unrest in Iran, describing it as a "manifestation of Washington's hostile and criminal interference in Iran's internal affairs."
(2025-09-17). Sindh rolls out SWAT Program to boost climate-smart farming. tribune.com.pk 
The Sindh Agriculture Department has launched the Sindh Water and Agriculture Transformation (SWAT) Program under the Climate-Smart Agriculture Project to train farmers in modern techniques, said Agriculture Minister Sardar Muhammad Bux Mahar. | The programme aims to teach farmers methods to boost crop yields, improve plant growth, control pests, and cultivate using less water. "The Sindh government has prepared a comprehensive plan to combat climate change and safeguard the province's agriculture sector," Mahar added, emphasising that the initiative will raise incomes and ensure food security. | The five-year…
(2025-09-17). Who is Sushila Karki, Nepal's new 73-year-old interim prime minister? aljazeera.com Karki became Nepal's interim PM after days of deadly 'Gen Z' protests.
(2025-09-17). California: Halt Dangerous Restart of Oil Pipeline in Santa Barbara County. indybay.org Governor Newsom and State Agencies Should Insist on Full Environmental Review…
(2025-09-17). Cancillería de Cuba saluda fiesta nacional de Papúa Nueva Guinea. radiohc.cu El Ministerio de Relaciones Exteriores de Cuba expresó este martes cordiales felicitaciones al pueblo y Gobierno del Estado Independiente de Papúa Nueva Guinea, con motivo de su Fiesta Nacional. | Desde la red social X, la Cancillería cubana reafirmó la voluntad de continuar fortaleciendo los vínculos bilaterales. | Papúa Nueva Guinea celebra el aniversario 50 de su independencia, efeméride que conmemora su emancipación del dominio colonial australiano el 16 de septiembre de 1975. | Fuente: Prensa Latina…
(2025-09-17). Tory Burch unveils spring collection at New York Fashion Week. tribune.com.pk 
American designer Tory Burch unveiled her Spring 2026 collection at New York Fashion Week on Monday, inspired by "the complexity of women and different facets of their style," she said. | The runway took place in a Romanesque-Revival style room in a building formerly used as a bank headquarters that now houses luxury condominiums. Celebrities including Lily Collins, Jessica Alba, and Emma Roberts were front-row guests. | The collection opened with a palette of moody hues, featuring browns and blues juxtaposed with teal, peach, and bold reds. American sportswear like the polo, trench, and striped shirt were par…
(2025-09-17). Trump greets Modi on birthday, praises Ukraine diplomacy amid trade row. geo.tv 
U.S. President Donald Trump and India's Prime Minister Narendra Modi talk as they arrive for a joint news conference after bilateral talks at Hyderabad House in New Delhi, India, February 25, 2020. —ReutersPresident Trump praises Modi's efforts to end Ukraine war.Indian PM backs…
(2025-09-17). Pope Leo eyes trip to Lebanon, Turkey late November. newarab.com 
Preparations are underway for The two-stage trip would likely last just under a week, AFP understands. The Vatican does not normally confirm official visits until closer to the time. | It would mark the first foreign trip for the US-born pontiff since he Leo said in July that…
(2025-09-17). What really went down at the Bondi Sumud solidarity event. greenleft.org.au 
(2025-09-17). Mocking those who threaten people for mocking Charlie Kirk. indybay.org Mocking image of Charlie Kirk or image expressing freedom of speech?>
(2025-09-17). Austria's hijab ban: First step in the punishment of Muslim life. newarab.com 
The newly formed Austrian government, a coalition of the Austrian People's Party (àñVP), the Social Democrats (SPàñ), and NEOS, has agreed to introduce a hijab ban for girls under 14 in both public and private schools, starting February 2026. | This is
(2025-09-17). Faceless e-challan begins in Karachi from October 1. tribune.com.pk 
Karachi Traffic Police, in collaboration with Lok Suhayta, has launched a comprehensive awareness campaign on road safety and faceless e-challan. | According to the Traffic Police spokesperson, the purpose of this campaign is to provide citizens with complete awareness about the importance of traffic laws and the new, automated challan (ticketing) system. | From October 1, 2025, the faceless e-challan system will officially become operational. Under this system, traffic violations will be recorded through advanced cameras, and challans—backed by evidence—will be sent directly to citizens' homes, wi…
(2025-09-17). Abigail Boyd: Ableism behind failure to meet housing accessibility standards. greenleft.org.au 
(2025-09-17). Few Lebanese families return to villages in south destroyed by Israel war. aljazeera.com Almost a year after the start of a fragile ceasefire, the Israeli army continues to occupy areas in southern Lebanon.
(2025-09-17). US sanctions Iranians over $100M crypto from oil sales. newarab.com 
A pair of Iranian financiers and more than a dozen people and firms across Hong Kong and the United Arab Emirates were Treasury alleges that Iranian nationals Alireza Derakhshan and Arash Estaki Alivand facilitated the purchase of over $100 mi…
(2025-09-17). Reafirmó Cuba compromiso con uso pacífico de la energía nuclear. radiohc.cu El ministro de Ciencia, Tecnología y Medio Ambiente de Cuba, Armando Rodríguez Batista, reafirmó en la 69. ™ Conferencia General del Organismo Internacional de Energía Atómica -OIEA-, el compromiso de su país con el desarme nuclear transparente, verificable e irreversible. | En su intervención, publicada hoy en el sitio del Ministerio de Relaciones Exteriores, el titular cubano condenó los bombardeos de Israel y Estados Unidos contra instalaciones nucleares en Irán, calificándolos como una grave violación del régimen internacional de seguridad nuclear y del Derecho Internacional. | Rodríguez Batista subrayó…
(2025-09-17). Yulia Navalnaya reveals Alexei Navalny was poisoned, test results confirm. albawaba.com ALBAWABA – Yulia Navalnaya, the wife of the late Russian lawyer and opposition leader Alexei Navalny, took to X (formerly known as Twitter) and claimed that her husband was poisoned to death, according to two foreign laboratory tests. Navalnaya wrote in the video's caption, "We managed to transfer Alexei's biological materials abroad. Laboratories in two different countries conducted examinations." She added, "These laboratories, independently of each other, concluded that Alexei was poisoned. These results are of public importance and must be published. We all deserve to know the truth."Yulia Navalnaya revea…
(2025-09-17). Light rain, cloudy skies expected in Karachi. tribune.com.pk 
The Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD) has forecast that Karachi will experience cloudy and humid conditions over the next three days, with chances of light rain, drizzle, or showers, particularly in the morning and night hours. | According to the PMD, the city's maximum temperature is expected to remain between 31°C and 33°C, while minimum temperatures may range from 25°C to 27°C. | Winds are likely to blow from the west and southwest, accompanied by sea breezes that may bring temporary relief to residents coping with sticky weather. | Read: Drizzle makes city weather pleasant | {{pdf}}…
(2025-09-17). Mbappe penalty double gives Real Madrid opening win over Marseille. tribune.com.pk 
Kylian Mbappe slammed home two penalties for Real Madrid as the record 15-time winners opened their Champions League campaign with a controversial 2-1 comeback win over Olympique Marseille on Tuesday. | Timothy Weah opened the scoring for the French visitors before Mbappe levelled from the spot and Madrid defender Dani Carvajal was sent off for headbutting Marseille goalkeeper Geronimo Rulli. | Roberto De Zerbi's enterprising Marseille were well placed to push for a famouse win at the Santiago Bernabeu until Facundo Medina was harshly penalised for a handball and Mbappe converted his second penalty. | "For me…
(2025-09-17). Veteran industrialists call for stronger international ties to boost Iran's economy. tehrantimes.com TEHRAN — Veteran industrialists meeting at the Iran Chamber of Commerce, Industries, Mines and Agriculture (ICCIMA) urged the government to improve international relations and attract foreign investment, calling it essential for economic recovery.
(2025-09-17). Friday 9/26: ICE out of San Francisco courts! indybay.org 100 Montgomery St, San Francisco, CA 94104, USA…
(2025-09-17). Bangladesh edge Afghanistan to keep Super Four hopes alive. jagonews24.com Bangladesh held their nerve to beat Afghanistan by 8 runs and stay in contention for a Super Four spot, though their qualification fate still hangs in the balance.
(2025-09-17). Justice Sotomayor discusses her new book in Philadelphia, how her mother impacted her work on the Supreme Court. whyy.org 
From Philly and the Pa. suburbs to South Jersey and Delaware, what would you like WHYY News to cover? U.S. Supreme Court Justice The book, titled
(2025-09-17). Texas State University labor historian fired for political speech. wsws.org A Texas State University professor and labor historian was fired after being accused of inciting violence against the US government.
(2025-09-16). Shanghai leads airport economy rankings, Macao fastest growing. ecns.cn Shanghai took the top spot while Macao posted the fastest growth in a new ranking measuring how China's airports and their surrounding regions translate air traffic into economic gains.
(2025-09-17). PM Shehbaz set to visit Saudi Arabia today. tribune.com.pk 
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif is scheduled to visit Saudi Arabia on Wednesday (today) at the invitation of Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman, accompanied by key Cabinet members. | During the visit, the Prime Minister will hold a bilateral meeting with the Crown Prince to review the entire spectrum of Pakistan—Saudi Arabia relations. | The two leaders are also expected to exchange views on regional and global developments of mutual interest. | The visit is expected to result in the formalisation of cooperation in diverse fields, reflecting the shared commitment of both sides to further enhance and deepen th…
(2025-09-17). Brentford, Palace survive penalty shoot-outs to reach League Cup last 16. tribune.com.pk 
Brentford and Crystal Palace survived League Cup penalty shoot-outs to reach the last 16 as giant-killers Grimsby extended their fairytale run on Tuesday. | Keith Andrews' Brentford drew 1-1 with Aston Villa before winning 4-2 on penalties in west London, while Palace were held to a 1-1 draw by second tier Millwall prior to their 4-2 victory in the shoot-out. | Harvey Elliott, signed on deadline day on loan from Liverpool, scored Villa's first goal of the season on his full debut thanks to an error from Bees goalkeeper Hakon Valdimarsson. | But after Aaron Hickey scored a spectacular equaliser for Brentford, V…
(2025-09-17). A year on: Lebanese survivors of pager attacks still recovering>. newarab.com 
Zainab Mustarah once spent her days running an events planning firm in Beirut. But for the last year, she has been in and out of surgery to save the remnants of her right hand and both eyes, maimed when On September 17, 2024, thousands of pagers carried by members of
(2025-09-17). Saturday 9/27: Training: : Advanced Safety & Security for Street Actions. indybay.org Oakland, CA. Near West Oakland BART…
(2025-09-17). Netanyahu confidant, suspected of altering Oct. 7 minutes, approved as ambassador to U.K. haaretz.com Braverman, a close confidant of the prime minister and his chief of staff, was investigated on suspicion of altering records of Netanyahu's conversation with his military secretary on the morning of October 7…
(2025-09-17). France repatriates three women, 10 children from Syrian camps. newarab.com 
Repatriation is a deeply sensitive issue in France, which has been a target of extremism over the past decade, notably in 2015, when
(2025-09-17). Trump bringing $15 bn lawsuit against New York Times. newarab.com 
US President Trump, 79, has intensified his long-established hostility toward the media since his return to the White House, repeatedly badmouthing journalists critical of his administration, restricting access and bringing lawsuits. | The Times reported last week that Trump had threatened legal action against it…
(2025-09-17). China condemns Israeli attack in Qatar, calls for deescalation. ecns.cn Chen Xu, China's permanent representative to the United Nations Office at Geneva and other international organizations in Switzerland, attends a debate at the 60th session of the United Nations Human Rights Council in Geneva, Switzerland, September 16, 2025.
(2025-09-17). Messi scores goal, delivers assist as Inter Miami beat Seattle Sounders. aljazeera.com Lionel Messi leads the way as Inter gain revenge on the Sounders for their Leagues Cup final defeat in August.
(2025-09-17). Tyler Robinson reveals reason behind killing Charlie Kirk. albawaba.com 
ALBAWABA – Suspect in killing far-right political activist Charlie Kirk appeared in court for the first time since the horrific assassination and spoke about the motivation behind his crime.Tyler Robinson, 22, who is accused of assassinating Charlie Kirk during a speaking event at Utah Valley University on Sept. 10, was charged with a slew of offenses, including aggravated murder.The attacker appeared in court virtually on Tuesday, where a judge revealed his charges and announced that he will remain in custody. Tyler Robinson's next hearing is scheduled for Sept. 29. According to CBC News, American prosecutors an…
(2025-09-17). Chinese vice president outlines proposals to deepen China-ASEAN cooperation. ecns.cn Chinese Vice President Han Zheng speaks at the Opening Ceremony of the 22nd China-ASEAN Expo and China-ASEAN Business and Investment Summit, Nanning City, south China's Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region, September 17, 2025.
(2025-09-17). WHYY Newscast for Wednesday 6:00 a.m. whyy.org The latest local headlines from WHYY…
(2025-09-17). ICRC Vice-President: Maintaining and strengthening IHL is a collective responsibility of all states. icrc.org High-level Statement by Mr. Gilles Carbonnier, Vice President of the ICRC, at the 13th Meeting of States Parties to the Convention on Cluster Munitions, 16-19 September 2025, Geneva…
(2025-09-17). Ultraright weaponizes Kirk killing. workers.org 
On September 10, gunfire opened on a college campus. What made this different from a regular day on U.S. soil is that this was not a mass shooting. One single shot rang out, and instead of hitting a student, it hit the speaker for the event being held, white supremacist . . . |
(2025-09-17). Two cops martyred in terrorists' attack. tribune.com.pk 
Two police personnel were martyred and several others injured after terrorists attacked headquarters police station in Shirani district of Balochistan. | According to sources, the attack was carried out late Tuesday night, with terrorists using heavy weapons during the assault. | Upon receiving information, a large contingent of security forces rushed to the site to take control of the situation. | The district administration initiated emergency measures and closely monitored the developments.
(2025-09-16). China warns Philippines to stop intruding in its waters. ecns.cn The Philippines should immediately stop infringement and provocations surrounding China's Huangyan Island, and must not challenge China's firm determination to safeguard its legitimate rights and interests, said Chinese officials.
(2025-09-17). Ben & Jerry's founder quits, says brand owner Unilever 'silenced' activism. scmp.com Ben & Jerry's co-founder Jerry Greenfield is resigning from the ice cream company he founded in 1978, saying the brand's freedom to speak out on social issues has been stifled by parent company Unilever. | "I can no longer, in good conscience, and after 47 years, remain an employee of Ben & Jerry's," Greenfield said in a letter posted on the website for the Free Ben & Jerry's campaign. "Ben & Jerry's has been silenced, sidelined for fear of upsetting those in power."
(2025-09-17). Chinese premier highlights innovation, green development when inspecting NW China's Gansu, Qinghai. ecns.cn Chinese Premier Li Qiang inspects a high-tech company and an industrial park in Lanzhou, northwest China's Gansu Province, September 15, 2025.He highlighted Qinghai's significance in ecological protection, and its advantages in developing clean energy and green computing, calling for the steadfast pursuit of green development and the further integrated development of green computing and power.
(2025-09-17). Shelters Underground: How a Failing System Forces Unhoused People Into the Subway. counterpunch.org 
During the scorching summer months, the subway not only connects New Yorkers throughout the boroughs but also offers a break from the sun, especially for unhoused people. Yet while homeless people are often at the center of subway public safety debates, the conditions that force many unhoused people into stations for prolonged periods are usually
(2025-09-17). UN: World Leaders Should Commit to Human Rights, International Justice. hrw.org Click to expand Image | The United Nations General Assembly Hall in New York City, New York, US, April 21, 2025. | © 2025 UN Photo/Loey Felipe | (New York) — World leaders gathering at the United Nations General Assembly from September 22-30 should commit to protecting the UN from powerful governments seeking to defund and undermine the organization's capacity to promote human rights and international justice, Human Rights Watch said.On the eve of the General Assembly's annual general debate, world leaders will hold a summit on the situation in Palestine, which French President Emmanuel Macron and S…
(2025-09-17). Trump administration initiates government crackdown on free speech in wake of assassination of fascist Charlie Kirk. wsws.org On podcasts and television appearances, leading figures from the Trump administration have vowed to use the full weight of the state to go after all who do not properly venerate the white supremacist propagandist.
(2025-09-17). The digital generation rising: Gen Z and activism in Timor-Leste. greenleft.org.au 
For three days, the streets of Timor-Leste's capital Dili have been filled with thousands of young protesters, led largely by Timor-Leste's Generation Z, frustrated by perks for parliamentarians, while their generation suffers poor education and an uncertain economic future, writes Ato "Lekinawa" da Costa.
(2025-09-17). Flooding recedes in Punjab as Indus swell continues. tribune.com.pk 
The Punjab Provincial Disaster Management Authority (PDMA) reports that water flow in the Indus, Jhelum, Ravi and Chenab rivers is returning to normal after weeks of heavy flooding that devastated large parts of the province. | According to PDMA Punjab, the Chenab has normalised at Marala, Khanki, Qadirabad and Trimmu, while hill torrents in Dera Ghazi Khan have subsided. | A medium-level flood persists at Ganda Singh Wala on the Sutlej River, and low-level flooding continues at Panjnad, Sulemanki and Islam Headworks. | Dams remain near peak levels, with Mangla at 95 % capacity and Tarbela full. Across the bor…
(2025-09-17). Tell to Stop Spraying Cancer-Causing Pesticides Near Schools and Homes. indybay.org Corporations like Driscoll's and California Giant Berry Farms spray an estimated 5,060 acres of cancer-causing pesticides in the Pajaro Valley EVERY YEAR, including near schools and homes where children spend most of their time.
(2025-09-17). Greetings to the Founding Congress of the Sosyalist E≈üitlik Partisi. wsws.org These greetings from Socialist Equality Party (US) national chairman David North were sent to the founding congress of the Sosyalist E≈üitlik Partisi, held on June 13—15, 2025.
(2025-09-17). Saudi, UK launch plan to boost maritime security off Yemen. newarab.com 
Under the agreement announced at a news conference in Riyadh, the coastguard of Yemen's internationally recognised government would be trained and equipped to tackle threats that also include piracy, human trafficking, and smuggling. | The initiative received funding wo…
(2025-09-17). The transition to renewables is a globalist suicide pact for the rest of us! onlineopinion.com.au Just electricity generated from wind and solar, will negatively impact humanity demands for the products based on fossil fuels.
(2025-09-17). Messi scores goal and sets up another as Miami beats Seattle. tribune.com.pk 
Lionel Messi scored one goal and set up another to spark Inter Miami over the Seattle Sounders 3-1 on Tuesday in an MLS rematch of a melee-capped Leagues Cup final. | The 38-year-old Argentine striker who starred for Barcelona and led his homeland to the 2022 World Cup set up Spaniard Jordi Alba's goal in the 12th minute and scored in the 41st to give Miami a 2-0 halftime lead in the grudge-match contest. | American Ian Fray added a Miami goal in the 52nd minute for a 3-0 edge before Mexican midfielder Obed Vargas pulled one back for Seattle in the 69th. | The Sounders had routed Miami 3-0 on August 31 in Seat…
(2025-09-17). AI-enhanced nutrition must enhance our agency, not undermine it. scmp.com The way people eat, make nutritional decisions and monitor health is undergoing a quiet but profound transformation in Asia. Artificial intelligence (AI), wearables and online applications are reshaping the food landscape, embedding personalised nutrition services into daily life. | From WeChat's nutrition-tracking mini-programmes to Grab's food delivery algorithms helping users discover healthier options, digital platforms are becoming sophisticated intelligent systems that help advance…
(2025-09-16). Latest Sino-U.S. trade talks 'candid, in-depth'. ecns.cn Li Chenggang (center), China's international trade representative with the Ministry of Commerce, seen at a news conference on Monday in Madrid, Spain.He called on the US to take concrete actions to jointly safeguard the hard-won achievements of the talks, and continuously create a favorable atmosphere for the stability of Sino-US economic and trade relations.
(2025-09-17). Syria: Israel Forcibly Displaces Villagers in Occupied South. hrw.org Click to expand Image | Israeli soldiers patrol in the Syrian village of Jubata al-Khashab, December 20, 2024. | © 2024 Aris Messinis/AFP via Getty Images | Israeli forces occupying parts of southern Syria since December 2024 have carried out a range of abuses against residents, including forced displacement, which is a war crime.Other abuses include homes seizures and demolitions, denial of access to livelihoods and unlawful transfer of Syrian detainees to Israel.Governments should suspend any military support to Israel that could facilitate human rights abuses and violations of international law in sout…
(2025-09-17). Iran: Open civil society letter calling for life-saving medical treatment for Iran's longest serving female political prisoner Zeinab Jalalian. fidh.org Zeinab Jalalian has been arbitrarily detained for most of her adult life. Her "crime"? Campaigning for women's rights. She is Iran's longest-held female political prisoner as she has spent 17 years in prison and is in need of life-saving medical care, but the Iranian authorities are refusing her treatment. The release of this open letter coincides with the third anniversary of the death of Zhina Mahsa Amini, the 22-year-old who died in police custody in 2022 after being arrested for (…) | – |
(2025-09-17). Trump and Epstein images projected onto UK's Windsor Castle. aljazeera.com Images of US President Donald Trump and the UK's Prince Andrew with Jeffrey Epstein were projected onto Windsor Castle.
(2025-09-17). British drugs giant GSK vows $30 bn US investment. newarab.com 
(2025-09-17). Five Theses on the Situation in Nepal. counterpunch.org 
The crisis in Nepal escalated in early September, bringing down the center-right government of Prime Minister KP Oli. The immediate spur was the regulation and banning of social media on September 4. Protests over this action were met by police firing, which resulted in the killing of 19 protestors. This escalated into major manifestations, leading to attacks on the homes of politicians and the national parliament building as well as the presidential building.
(2025-09-16). China seeks deeper BRICS industrial ties. ecns.cn China is willing to strengthen cooperation with BRICS member states in emerging sectors such as artificial intelligence, while prioritizing partnerships in areas such as electric vehicles and solar and hydrogen power, the country's top industry regulator said on Tuesday.
(2025-09-17). Trump lands in Britain for historic second state visit. geo.tv 
An image of U.S. President Donald Trump is projected on Windsor castle, after U.S. President Donald Trump and first lady Melania Trump arrival for a state visit to the country, in Windsor, Berkshire, Britain September 16, 2025. — ReutersLONDON: US President Donald Trump arrived in…
(2025-09-17). Uncertainty hangs over Pakistan-UAE clash. tribune.com.pk 
Pakistan's participation in the Asia Cup remained clouded with uncertainty on Tuesday after the team cancelled its pre-match press conference ahead of a crucial Group A clash against the United Arab Emirates (UAE). | Reports suggested the move was linked to Pakistan Cricket Board's (PCB) ongoing protest against match referee Andy Pycroft, following the controversial "no-handshake" episode in Sunday's match against India. | Salman Ali Agha's side, scheduled to play their must-win fixture against the UAE on Wednesday in Dubai, did attend training later in the evening. However, the PCB has not issued any official…
(2025-09-17). Afghan man gets life in German prison. tribune.com.pk 
An Afghan man was sentenced to life in prison on Tuesday for a jihadist stabbing spree in Germany last year that killed a police officer and left five people wounded. | The 26-year-old, only partially named as Sulaiman A. and found to be a supporter of the Islamic State group, committed the knife attack in May 2024 in the western city of Mannheim. | The court convicted him of murder, attempted murder and dangerous bodily harm and judged his crimes to be especially grave, which virtually rules out early release. | Sulaiman A. used a large hunting knife in the attack which targeted a rally by Pax Europa, a group…
(2025-09-16). Tech helps agriculture record new highs. ecns.cn "For China, reforming and improving global governance is never about tearing down the current system, nor about starting something anew, " said Fu Cong, China's permanent representative to the United Nations, at the "Vision China" event themed "Standing United: Inheriting the UN Legacy, Advancing Global Governance" at the UN headquarters in New York on Sept 15. Fu added that reform and improvements to global governance are about strengthening the capacity and effectiveness of existing institutions, so that they can better keep pace with changing realities.
(2025-09-17). Why we should fear the coming of seemingly conscious AI. scmp.com My life's mission has been to create safe, beneficial AI that will make the world a better place. But recently, I've been increasingly concerned about people starting to believe so strongly in AIs as conscious entities that they will advocate for "AI rights" and even citizenship. This development would represent a dangerous turn for the technology. It must be avoided. We must build artificial intelligence for people, not to be people. | In this context, debates about whether AI truly can be…
(2025-09-17). Unpacking Israel's erasure of Palestine with Emile Badarin. newarab.com 
As Emile Badarin argues in his book Although completed just a month before
(2025-09-17). Trump boasts of sinking more Venezuelan boats as killer drones and fighter jets are deployed to Southern Caribbean. wsws.org Washington's claims that its military operations are aimed at interdicting drugs are belied by the scale and speed of the military buildup in the Caribbean.
(2025-09-17). Lebanon urged to ensure media law allows freedom of expression. newarab.com 
Both Lebanese and international organisations joined in the calls for the parliament to ensure laws do not result in the targeting and silencing of critics, activists or journalists. | The parliament's Administration and Justic…
(2025-09-17). US Justice Dept pulls extremism research from website. geo.tv 
The image shows the flag of Department of Justice fluttering at its building. — DOJ/FileWASHINGTON: A study highlighting far-right extremist violence in the United States has quietly been removed from the Justice Department's website, AFP confirmed on Tuesday.The…
(2025-09-17). Friday 9/19: Break the Blockage or We Break the Economy! indybay.org West Oakland Huey P. Newton Sculpture @ Mandela & Dr. Huey P. Newton Way…
(2025-09-17). Four arrested over Trump, Epstein Windsor Castle projection. newarab.com 
Four people were arrested on Tuesday following a projection of images of Trump arrived in Britain late on Tuesday for an unprecedented second state visit, and will be greeted by Charles on Wednesday for a day of pomp at Windsor Castle, about 25 miles west of London. | Earlier on Tuesday, protesters unfurled a massive banner featuring a p…
(2025-09-17). Punjab sees record e-bike surge under Green Credit programme. tribune.com.pk 
Lahore has recorded a sharp rise in electric motorcycle (e-bike) registrations, with 755 new entries last month taking the total to 1,248 under the Chief Minister's Green Credit Programme. | The initiative is central to the Punjab government's target of converting 30% of transport to electric by 2030, a move environmental experts describe as a key step toward cleaner, quieter cities. | Environment Department spokesperson Sajid Bashir said e-bikes are already reducing noise, smoke and traffic congestion. | Buyers receive a Rs100,000 subsidy in two instalments: Rs50,000 at purchase and another Rs50,000 after rid…
(2025-09-17). UN: South Sudan leaders looted as citizens faced hunger. newarab.com 
The payments from 2021 to 2024 were just one example of "grand corruption" in the impoverished nation, according to the report by the UN Commission on Human Rights in South Sudan, where average gross domestic product per capita is now a quarter of what it was at independenc…
(2025-09-17). 'Gone to waste': Kashmir growers watch apples rot as key highway is blocked. aljazeera.com The Kashmir region contributes almost 80 percent of India's apples. But 4,000 trucks carrying them stand stranded.
(2025-09-17). Periódico Granma y Prensa Latina ganan en China premios internacionales de la Ruta de la Seda. cubadebate.cu La agencia Prensa Latina y el periódico Granma estuvieron hoy entre los ganadores de la segunda edición de los Premios Internacionales de la Ruta de la Seda. La corresponsal en China de PL, Isaura Diez, ganó en la categoría Mejor Reportaje con el trabajo "Cambios desde el Tíbet, la diferencia que nos une"; mientras, Granma obtuvo el galardón en Mejor Innovación con la sección "Diarios de Navegación".
(2025-09-17). US sinks second alleged Venezuelan drug vessel, escalating tensions with Caracas. albawaba.com ALBAWABA- The United States military has carried out a second strike this month against an alleged Venezuelan drug-trafficking vessel in the Caribbean, killing three people, President Donald Trump announced today.The operation, conducted by U.S. Southern Command, targeted a boat suspected of carrying narcotics linked to the Tren de Aragua cartel. Washington has accused the group of moving cocaine and fentanyl precursors across the region.VIDEO: üá∫üá∏ üáªüá™ US strikes second alleged Venezuela drug boat | President…
(2025-09-17). Liverpool's galaxy of stars launch quest for Champions League glory. tribune.com.pk 
Liverpool have splashed out on a forward line that is now the envy of Europe to give Arne Slot the weapons to win the club's seventh Champions League crown. | Despite cruising to the Premier League title last season, the Reds invested nearly £450 million ($614 million) in transforming their squad during the summer transfer window. | Liverpool twice smashed their own transfer record to land Swedish striker Alexander Isak for £125 million and German forward Florian Wirtz for an initial £100 million that could rise to £116 million. | Those deals made Hugo Ekitike's £69 million move f…
(2025-09-17). East China's Hangzhou to host 5th World Congress of Biosphere Reserves. ecns.cn He said China will use the gathering to draw on global expertise in ecological governance, deepen international scientific cooperation and pursue breakthroughs in biodiversity conservation and environmental management.To date, 34 nature reserves in China have been designated as UNESCO biosphere reserves, placing the country first in Asia in terms of total number of such reserves.
(2025-09-17). Bangladesh beat Afghanistan to stay alive in Asia Cup. tribune.com.pk 
Spinner Nasum Ahmed produced a miserly spell to help Bangladesh beat Afghanistan by eight runs on Tuesday and keep their Asia Cup hopes alive. | Bangladesh posted 154-5 batting first as opener Tanzid Hasan starred with his 52 off 31 balls in Abu Dhabi. | Nasum and fellow spinner Rishad Hossain then took two wickets each before pace bowler Mustafizur Rahman returned figures of 3-28 to help bowl out Afghanistan for 146. | Taskin Ahmed also claimed two wickets as he wrapped up the innings with the final ball of the match. | Bangladesh ended Group B with two wins and one defeat in their three outings. | Their chan…
(2025-09-17). Earthquake in Afghanistan: ICRC response. icrc.org Operational update: 1 – 7 September 2025…
(2025-09-17). China accuses New Zealand of harassing its citizens at airports. aljazeera.com Chinese embassy says it lodged a 'serious representation' over interrogations and seizures of electronic devices.
(2025-09-17). Iran hangs man convicted of spying for Israel: judiciary. newarab.com 
Iranian authorities hanged a man on Wednesday after convicting him of spying for "Babak Shahbazi… was executed by hanging this morning following due legal process and the confirmation of his sentence by the Supreme Court," the judiciary's Mizan Online news website said. | It was not immediately clear when Shahbazi was arrested but Mizan said he was sentenced to death for the capital offences of "corruption on earth" and "waging war against G…
(2025-09-17). Ayesha Omar's 'Lazawaal Ishq' sparks debate as PEMRA responds to complaints. tribune.com.pk 
Ayesha Omar is set to host Lazawaal Ishq, Pakistan's first dating reality show. The announcement has already triggered sharp debate. The concept mirrors international formats like Love Island, bringing together four men and four women in a villa where they will date, take part in challenges, and form alliances while cameras track their every move. The finale will see one couple declared the winners. | The teaser, released in mid-September, quickly divided audiences. Online criticism poured in, with many arguing that the program clashed with cultural traditions and Islamic values. Boycott campaigns spread on so…
(2025-09-17). EU delays 19th Russia sanctions package amid Trump pressure. newarab.com 
The The Commission had been expected to present a 19th round of
(2025-09-17). How the West Snookered Itself in Energy Geopolitics. wattsupwiththat.com It is not as if the historical and political differences among the three great Eurasian powers — China, India and Russia — will all be resolved quickly under the pressure of US and EU sanctions policies. Fundamental bilateral tensions among them will remain as limits to potential cooperation. But now, in the face of EU and US provocations on trade and political relations, the level of converging national interests among the three giant neighbours in Eurasia has created a new energy terrain on the ground.
(2025-09-17). Qatar's emir visits Jordan to discuss cooperation after Israel attack. aljazeera.com The visit is Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani's first since Israel's strike on Doha last week.
(2025-09-17). 'Genius' De Bruyne leads Napoli in emotional return to Man City. tribune.com.pk 
Kevin De Bruyne will return to Manchester City on Thursday with the wind in his sails after a fast start with Napoli, who return to the Champions League full of confidence following a perfect start to the Serie A season. | De Bruyne heads back to the Etihad stadium with two goals from his first three Napoli matches and a starring role in the Italian champions' bid to make a mark in Europe's elite club competition after securing a fourth league title last season. | At 34 years old, and after coming through a series of hamstring injures, De Bruyne looks in great nick ahead of what will likely be an emotional ret…
(2025-09-17). Iran Ready, But Not in A Hurry to Restore Ties with Syria. tn.ai TEHRAN (Tasnim) — The spokesman for the Iranian Foreign Ministry said Tehran is ready to resume relations with Damascus but is in no rush, emphasizing that any restoration of ties will depend on what serves the interests of the Syrian people.
(2025-09-17). Flawed Assumptions About Wildfires Lead to Poor Public Policies. counterpunch.org 
The starting assumption about wildfire that dominates public policy is that "fire suppression" has created abnormal "fuel build up" in forests, leading to large, uncontrollable blazes. Recently, Forest Service Chief Tom Schultz told a House hearing that the nation's forests are in a state of crisis, driven by a precipitous decline in logging that's increased
(2025-09-17). Iran executes man it says spied for Israel, activists say false confession. aljazeera.com Iranian judiciary's news outlet Mizan reports that Babak Shahbazi relayed sensitive information about security.
(2025-09-17). Nearly 2.9 million Pakistanis emigrate in three years. tribune.com.pk 
Low salaries, limited amenities, and high private education costs are driving Pakistanis abroad, with 2,894,645 individuals leaving the country in the past three years up to September 15, according to the Protectorate of Emigrants. Emigrants paid Rs2.66 billion in Protectorate fees. | The emigrants include professionals such as doctors, engineers, IT specialists, teachers, bankers, accountants, auditors, designers, and architects, as well as skilled workers like plumbers, drivers, and welders. Women form a significant portion of those leaving. | Read: Pakistanis topped asylum seekers' list in UK in 2024 | Data…
(2025-09-16). China and EU urged to resist tariffs abuse. ecns.cn Foreign Minister Wang Yi's latest visit to three European countries has once again demonstrated a positive engagement between China and the continent, observers said, reiterating the importance of maintaining communication and exchanges to mitigate differences.
(2025-09-17). Chinese envoy outlines five-point reform plan for more efficient UN. ecns.cn The working group was established by the General Assembly to improve the creation, delivery and review of mandates by identifying principles and follow-up actions, said Sun.
(2025-09-17). Colombia halts US arms purchases as row over drug fight delisting escalates. aljazeera.com President Gustavo Petro defends drug war policy and insists he will not be a 'puppet president' of Washington.
(2025-09-16). China urges U.S., Japan to withdraw Typhon missile system deployment. ecns.cn China's Foreign Ministry spokesperson Lin Jian at a regular news briefing in Beijing, China, September 16, 2025.Due to its history of militarist aggression, Japan's military and security moves have always been viewed with great vigilance by its Asian neighbors and the international community, the spokesperson added.
(2025-09-17). Trump administration sued over actions against University of California. tribune.com.pk 
Labor unions, faculties and students in the University of California education system sued President Donald Trump's administration on Tuesday over the freezing of federal funds and other actions that they say aim to stifle academic freedom. | The lawsuit filed in the US District Court for the Northern District of California, seeks to forbid the government from using financial threats against the system that it said were harmful and unlawful. It also aims to restore funding already suspended. | "(The administration) has attempted to implement a playbook to threaten colleges and universities," the coalition that…
(2025-09-17). Charlie Kirk shooting: Tyler Robinson's messages and charges against him. aljazeera.com Utah prosecutors said they will seek the death penalty for Robinson.
(2025-09-16). 'Fan economy' grows into commercial powerhouse. ecns.cn A fan merchandise featuring images created by He Hehe from Shenzhen, Guangdong province, is displayed at TNT's concert in Shanghai on Aug 21.Chen shared her products on social media and attracted customers who wanted unique items to resell."ÄÄ"ÄÄThe workshop soon ventured into celebrity merchandise.
(2025-09-17). TCCIMA delegation visits China's Khorgos trade hub. tehrantimes.com TEHRAN — A high-level delegation from the Tehran Chamber of Commerce, Industries, Mines and Agriculture (TCCIMA) visited the Khorgos Free Economic Zone in China after completing meetings in Almaty, Kazakhstan, to explore opportunities for expanding economic ties.
(2025-09-17). Neo Nazis March in Auburn. indybay.org Neo Nazi group "NorCal Active Club" marched at a Charlie Kirk vigil in Auburn, CA.
(2025-09-17). Yemen's Armed Forces Unleash Fury against Zionist Targets. tn.ai TEHRAN (Tasnim) — Yemen's Armed Forces launched a fresh military operation against the Zionist regime, targeting Tel Aviv and Ramon Airport with advanced missiles and drones.
(2025-09-17). How can we defeat the far right? greenleft.org.au 
(2025-09-16). Suspect in Charlie Kirk shooting charged with aggravated murder. ecns.cn Tyler Robinson, the suspect accused of assassinating US political activist Charlie Kirk, has been formally charged with aggravated murder, authorities in the US state of Utah announced Tuesday.
(2025-09-17). Assassinating Peace: How Bernadotte's Murder Ended the Israel-Palestine Two-State Dream. juancole.com Chicago (Special to Informed Comment; Feature) — The UN General Assembly has just (September 12) endorsed the New York Declaration on the two-state solution between Israel and Palestine. A day earlier, Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu vowed that a "Palestinian state will not be established." Israel managed to secure 10 votes, including those of the United …
(2025-09-17). Brazil's Bolsonaro taken to hospital after feeling unwell. aljazeera.com Convicted ex-leader rushed to a hospital in Brasilia after falling ill at his residence, his son says.
(2025-09-17). Israeli security proposal says Syria must demilitarise south. newarab.com 
Israel has presented Syria with a comprehensive proposal for
(2025-09-17). Envía tu foto para celebrar el Día Internacional de la Paz. cubadebate.cu El Día Internacional de la Paz se celebra cada 21 de septiembre desde 1981, cuando la Asamblea General de las Naciones Unidas lo instauró como una fecha para fortalecer los ideales de fraternidad en todas las naciones y pueblos. Para conmemorar la fecha, desde La Tira de los Lectores te invitamos a enviar fotografías que representen lo que significa la paz para ti.
(2025-09-17). Leader Congratulates Iran's Freestyle Wrestling Champions on World Victory. tn.ai TEHRAN (Tasnim) — Following the Iranian national team's triumph at the 2025 World Freestyle Wrestling Championships, Leader of the Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Seyed Ali Khamenei issued a message praising the wrestlers' remarkable performance and exemplary conduct.
(2025-09-17). First batch of 37.5 tons of Hilsa exported to India. jagonews24.com Ahead of this year's Sharadiya Durga Puja, Bangladesh has exported the first batch of around 37.5 tons of hilsa fish to India.
(2025-09-17). Green Left Show Imperialism, democracy and socialism in Asia. greenleft.org.au 
(2025-09-17). West Indies make three changes for India tour. tribune.com.pk 
Batsmen Tagenarine Chanderpaul and Alick Athanaze were recalled to the West Indies ranks when they were named in the squad to tour India on Tuesday while left-arm spinner Khary Pierre is included for the first time. | The two-Test series, with matches in Ahmedabad and Delhi, marks the West Indies' first tour to India since 2018 and forms part of the World Test Championship. | Neither Chanderpaul nor Athanaze were involved in the recent series against Australia but have been included to bolster the top-order batting. | "The return of Tagenarine Chanderpaul is to help transform our fortunes at the top of the ord…
(2025-09-17). Pakistan, Maldives agree to boost parliamentary. tribune.com.pk 
Pakistan and Maldives on Wednesday agreed to boost parliamentary cooperation and strengthen people-to-people contacts during a meeting between National Assembly Speaker Sardar Ayaz Sadiq and Maldivian Speaker Abdul Raheem Abdulla. | Sadiq said parliamentary diplomacy was vital for promoting peace and development in the region. | He stressed that sustainable peace could not be achieved without resolving the issues of Palestine and Kashmir, urging the Muslim Ummah to adopt a joint strategy to support the oppressed people. | The High Commission of the Republic of Maldives in Islamabad also shared updates about th…
(2025-09-16). Major Xinjiang port handles over 7,000 China-Europe freight train trips this year. ecns.cn Horgos Port, a major railway hub in northwest China's Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region.The real-time data-sharing between customs and railway authorities enables live tracking of logistics and train information, boosting overall customs clearance efficiency for trains by more than half.
(2025-09-17). Barishal DFO suspended for 17 alleged fraudulent marriages. jagonews24.com Barishal Divisional Forest Officer (DFO) Md Kabir Hossain Patwary has been suspended following allegations that he married 17 women through fraudulent means.
(2025-09-17). Spain summons Israeli diplomat to protest FM's 'liar' comments. newarab.com 
(2025-09-17). Backlash against Aussie $22.9m Climate Doomsday Report: "Complete Waste of Money" wattsupwiththat.com "… even the authors say that you can't use it to determine our emission targets …"
(2025-09-17). Trump loves bling, royal pomp and UK goes all out to flatter him. scmp.com It is the sort of experience you just can't buy. | The carriages are being polished, the family silver is being laid out, and diamonds are being dusted off as King Charles prepares to offer a royal welcome to Donald Trump for what will be the highlight of the US president's unprecedented second state visit to Britain.
(2025-09-17). Hollywood legend Robert Redford dies at 89. jagonews24.com Robert Redford — actor, director, producer, environmental crusader, Sundance prophet, and the last golden titan of American cinema — passed away peacefully at his beloved Sundance Mountain compound, surrounded by family, the scent of pine, and the soft echo of film reels spinning in eternity.
(2025-09-17). "Like Snow upon the Desert's dusty Face:" FitzGerald's Rubáiyát of Omar Khayyám 1:14. juancole.com Quatrain 14 emphasizes how short life is, even with all the good things the earth offers us (of which we should take advantage while we can). XIV. The Worldly Hope men set their Hearts upon Turns Ashes — or it prospers; and anon, Like Snow upon the Desert's dusty Face Lightning a little Hour or …
(2025-09-17). Rojas, McLaughlin-Levrone go for gold at world champs. tribune.com.pk 
Charismatic Venezuelan Yulimar Rojas and American star Sydney McLaughlin-Levrone go for gold in the triple jump and 400 metres flat in Thursday's action at the World Athletics Championships in Tokyo. | There are four finals in all, and also a first spin round the track for Britain's 800m Olympic champion Keely Hodgkinson. | AFP Sport picks out the three potential highlights: | Women's 400 metres final | McLaughlin-Levrone's smashing of the American record, which had stood for almost two decades, in her semi-final will have sent shivers down her rivals' spines. | The manner in which the two-time 400m hurdles Ol…
(2025-09-17). China holds Chinese modernization and human rights protection seminar. ecns.cn A symposium on Chinese modernization and human rights protection was held on Tuesday in the eastern Chinese city of Jinan, gathering nearly 100 experts and scholars to discuss theoretical innovations and practical experience in the field of human rights in the process of Chinese modernization.
(2025-09-17). Chinese scientists decode century-old mystery of plant cell totipotency. ecns.cn Chinese researchers have mapped how single somatic cells reprogram into totipotent states during plant regeneration, shedding light on a biological puzzle that has challenged scientists for more than a century.
(2025-09-17). Asia Cup 2025: Qualification scenarios for all teams in Super Four stage. tribune.com.pk 
India have already booked their place in the Super Four, while five other teams are still in the race as the Asia Cup 2025 group stage heads toward its conclusion on Friday, September 19. | In Group A, defending champions India sealed qualification after victories over UAE and arch-rivals Pakistan. Oman, however, have been eliminated following defeats in both their matches against Pakistan and UAE. | This leaves Pakistan and UAE fighting for the remaining Super Four spot. The two sides will face each other today, Wednesday, September 17. The winner will progress to the Super Four and meet India on September 21…
(2025-09-16). Beijing rocket firm sets record for thrust. ecns.cn Space Pioneer, a Beijing-based private company, has conducted a major test of its new TL 3 carrier rocket, setting a domestic record for the biggest engine thrust by any Chinese privately developed rocket.
(2025-09-16). World's longest 'direct' flight prepares for takeoff. ecns.cn The launch of the world's longest "direct" flight connecting Shanghai with Argentina's capital Buenos Aires by China Eastern Air Holding marks an important step in Chinese aviation companies' globalization and provides the latest proof of the global operating capability of China's civil aviation, experts said on Tuesday.
(2025-09-17). Trump's second state visit to the UK will be met by royal pomp, protests. aljazeera.com The visit comes as both the US and UK leaders face fallout over the furore surrounding Jeffrey Epstein.
(2025-09-17). Merri-bek Council renews call to sanction Israel, fly Palestinian flag. greenleft.org.au 
(2025-09-17). bank financing power challenger Uganda's expansion. independent.co.ug 
Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Challenger Uganda Limited has attributed its steady growth in the construction industry to flexible financial support from I&M Bank, which the company says has enabled it to meet cash flow needs and expand operations over the past two decades. Founded in 2002 with capital worth Shs200,000 borrowed from a …
(2025-09-17). Victimization of teachers across the US for criticizing Charlie Kirk. wsws.org The World Socialist Web Site denounces this witch-hunt, which is aimed not only at silencing teachers but the working class. We call for a nationwide defense campaign, centered in the working class, to answer the attempt to ban all criticism of the extreme right.
(2025-09-17). Mexico celebrates historic Independence Day led by first female president. aljazeera.com Tens of thousands gather in Mexico City as Sheinbaum rings Hidalgo's bell, celebrating a milestone in nation's history.
(2025-09-17). BNP leader's wife hacked to death in Tangail. jagonews24.com The wife of a local BNP leader was hacked to death by assailants in Quizbari village of Mogra Union in Sadar upazila, Tangail, on Tuesday night.
(2025-09-17). Pacific Islands Forum meets amid escalating US war drive against China. wsws.org The US, Australia and New Zealand are seeking to militarise the entire Pacific region and to put an end to China's economic and diplomatic influence.
(2025-09-17). Shehbaz-Trump meeting on the cards. tribune.com.pk 
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif is likely to meet US President Donald Trump on the margins of the upcoming United Nations General Assembly session, according to sources familiar with the development. | The prime minister is set to undertake a visit to New York to attend the UNGA next week where he will deliver the speech. On the sidelines, he is expected to meet several world leaders. But the most important meeting he is likely to have is with President Trump. | The sources said that both sides were in touch with each other and almost finalised the schedule. This would be the first meeting of any Pakistani prime…
(2025-09-17). Nicaragua y Venezuela lamentan fallecimiento de vice primer ministro de Cuba. radiohc.cu El Gobierno de Nicaragua expresó su pesar por el fallecimiento del vice primer ministro de Cuba, Ricardo Cabrisas Ruíz, ocurrido este martes a los 88 años de edad. | "Un hermano cubano muy querido por nosotros, siempre pendiente de Nicaragua y siempre compañero, ha partido al otro plano de vida", señaló el mensaje oficial. | El comunicado destacó que Cabrisas Ruíz, Héroe del Trabajo de la República de Cuba, dedicó toda su existencia a fortalecer con entrega la Revolución cubana y, desde ella, los vínculos con países luchadores y revolucionarios del mundo. | "Con gran afecto y amistad permanente hacia Ricardo, env…
(2025-09-17). AS FORECAST, SUMMER HIGHS LEAD TO MARKET LOWS, GOLD KEEPS SHINING. trendsjournal.com
(2025-09-17). Transgender policies struggle to balance fairness with inclusion in women's college sports. |
(2025-09-17). Number of missing people registered with the Red Cross and Red Crescent Movement up nearly 70% in five years. icrc.org
(2025-09-17). Turkey: Stop throttling social media platforms and messaging services. fidh.org
(2025-09-17). US women narrowed the pay gap with men by having fewer kids. |
(2025-09-17). Thailand: Arbitrary detention, conviction and sentencing of seven pro-democracy activists. fidh.org
(2025-09-17). Charlie Kirk talked with young people at universities for a reason — he wanted American education to return to traditional values. |
(2025-09-17). Nepal: Protesters demand integrity, rights, rule of law. fidh.org
(2025-09-17). Standing in the face of absence: "The past ten years have been the most painful of my life. Yet I still endure" icrc.org
(2025-09-17). Solving the world's microplastics problem: 4 solutions cities and states are trying after global treaty talks collapsed. |
(2025-09-17). Harm-reduction vending machines offer free naloxone, pregnancy tests and hygiene kits. |
(2025-09-17). Identifying as a 'STEM person' makes you more likely to pursue a STEM job — and caregivers may unknowingly shape kids' self-identity. |
(2025-09-17). Fed, under pressure to cut rates, tries to balance labor market and inflation — while avoiding dreaded stagflation. |
(2025-09-17). Frequently asked questions about the ICRC's work in Iraq. icrc.org
(2025-09-17). European Union and its member States should take measures to respond to Georgia's crackdown on civil society and human rights organisations. fidh.org
(2025-09-17). Afghanistan: ICRC responds to deadly earthquake. icrc.org
(2025-09-17). Scientists detected a potential biosignature on Mars — an astrobiologist explains what these traces of life are, and how researchers figure out their source. |
(2025-09-17). Israel and the occupied territories: ICRC reiterates call to release hostages after release of distressing video. icrc.org
(2025-09-17). Syria: For families of the missing, it is answers, not time, that will heal the pain. icrc.org
(2025-09-17). 2 shootings, 2 states, minutes apart ‚àí a trauma psychiatrist explains how exposure to shootings changes all of us. |
(2025-09-17). 'WE THE PEOPLE ARE SOVEREIGN AND FREE. NO! WE THE POLITICIANS ARE SUPREME! AND WE STEAL YOUR MONEY'. trendsjournal.com
(2025-09-17). Parasitic worms bury themselves in the brains of moose and elk — a new test can help diagnose these animals to prevent disease spread. |
(2025-09-17). ISRAEL BOMBS SIX COUNTRIES IN 72 HOURS, EQUITY MARKETS RISE AS ECONOMIES DECLINE. trendsjournal.com
(2025-09-17). TRUTH OR CONSEQUENCES? TRUMP SAID PUTIN MUST AGREE TO CEASEFIRE DEAL OR FACE SEVERE CONSEQUENCES. trendsjournal.com
(2025-09-17). Syria: ICRC calls for sustained and collective efforts to address the issue of the missing. icrc.org
(2025-09-17). Molecular 'fossils' offer microscopic clues to the origins of life — but they take care to interpret. |
(2025-09-17). POLITICIANS ROBBING US OF OUR FREEDOM AS WARS ESCALATE. trendsjournal.com
(2025-09-17). Supporting Syrian Families of the Missing. icrc.org
(2025-09-17). Does anyone go to prison for federal mortgage fraud? Not many, the numbers suggest. |
(2025-09-17). After Charlie Kirk's murder, the US might seem hopelessly divided — is there any way forward? |
(2025-09-17). Afghanistan: Swift response needed to help those hit by devastating earthquake. icrc.org
(2025-09-17). Youth Think Tank SalonÔΩúHumanitarian Action and Development Finance: Advancing Sustainable Public Goods Provision in Protracted Crises. icrc.org
(2025-09-17). How a corpse plant makes its terrible smell ‚àí it has a strategy, and its female flowers do most of the work. |
(2025-09-17). How hardships and hashtags combined to fuel Nepal's violent response to social media ban. |
(2025-09-17). New books on Unit 731 germ warfare crimes launched in Harbin. ecns.cn
(2025-09-17). What Native-held lands in California can teach about resilience and the future of wildfire. |
(2025-09-17). In search of Kin, 20 years on. icrc.org
(2025-09-17). China: ICRC attends the 50th Florence Nightingale Medal Award Ceremony. icrc.org
(2025-09-17). Iraq: Accompaniment and Walking Beside Families of the Missing. icrc.org
(2025-09-17). 5 ways students can think about learning so that they can learn more ‚àí and how their teachers can help. |
(2025-09-17). DRC: Silence, a slow killer. icrc.org
(2025-09-17). The International Committee of the Red Cross closes its delegation in the Republic of Azerbaijan. icrc.org
(2025-09-17). How to avoid seeing disturbing content on social media and protect your peace of mind. |
(2025-09-17). Emergency alerts may not reach those who need them most in Colorado. |
(2025-09-17). Second round of consultations for the Global Initiative to Galvanize Political Commitment to IHL. icrc.org
(2025-09-17). Philippines: Baguio breaks ground on human rights defenders' protection national law must follow! fidh.org
(2025-09-17). Azerbaijan: Facts and figures from over 30 years of humanitarian engagement. icrc.org
(2025-09-17). South Africa Urges African States to Champion International Humanitarian Law. icrc.org
(2025-09-17). WE THE PEOPLE OF SLAVELANDIA HAVE LOST OUR RIGHTS. trendsjournal.com
(2025-09-17). Even professional economists can't escape political bias. |
(2025-09-16). Freshwater crabs hit the market in northwest China's Yinchuan. ecns.cn
(2025-09-17). Yes, this is who we are: America's 250-year history of political violence. |
(2025-09-17). Occupied Palestinian Territory (OPT) / United States of America: Sanctions against Palestinian civil society organisations must stop now! fidh.org
(2025-09-17). Balancing risks and opportunities: New technologies and the search for missing people. icrc.org
(2025-09-17). Palantir Anti-Christ Peter Theil Protested at SF Commonwealth Club. indybay.org
(2025-09-17). 'Publish or perish' evolutionary pressures shape scientific publishing, for better and worse. |
(2025-09-17). India: Free Umar Khalid – Stop invoking counter-terrorism law to silence dissent. fidh.org
(2025-09-17). STAGFLATION COMING? NO, DRAGFLATION: DECLINING ECONOMIC GROWTH AND RISING INFLATION. trendsjournal.com
(2025-09-17). The Moon is getting slightly farther away from the Earth each year ‚àí a physicist explains why. |
(2025-09-17). Xi's show of unity with Putin and Kim could complicate China's delicate diplomatic balance. |
(2025-09-16). Novel on Gaza brings fictional heroes into real struggle. tehrantimes.com TEHRAN-The superhero of this story, Z, does not soar over imaginary skylines nor strike with an iron fist; his mission is different: to tear down the barricades of fake news and pull the truth from beneath the rubble of lies that Zionists pump daily into the media about Gaza. In "The Last Superhero: The Fight for Palestine", Z searches for the roots of Zionism and the project of Israel in the twentieth century—a project that, through its propaganda machine, labels every Palestinian as "Hamas" in order to justify the killing of women and children.
(2025-09-16). Scores Killed As Israel Launches Ground Invasion of Gaza City. tn.ai TEHRAN (Tasnim) — Gaza City residents said they are being subjected to "heavy, relentless" bombardment amid reports that Israel's military has expanded its ground offensive. At least 48 people have been killed by Israeli air strikes across Gaza on Tuesday.
(2025-09-16). Pakistan, 15 countries voice concern over security of Global Sumud Flotilla. tribune.com.pk 
Pakistan and 15 other countries have jointly expressed serious concern over the safety and security of the Global Sumud Flotilla, a civilian-led maritime mission aiming to deliver humanitarian aid to Gaza and break the Israeli naval blockade. | In a rare multilateral statement, the foreign ministers of Pakistan, Bangladesh, Brazil, Colombia, Indonesia, Ireland, Libya, Malaysia, Maldives, Mexico, Oman, Qatar, Slovenia, South Africa, Spain and Türkiye called for the flotilla's protection under international law, as citizens from these countries are participating in the initiative. | "We share the objectives…
(2025-09-16). From Gaza to Europe, via jet ski: Muhammad Abu Dakha's daring escape story. geo.tv 
(2025-09-16). Housing Ethnic Cleansing: How Airbnb Legitimizes Occupation. counterpunch.org 
It seems like just yesterday, I was on my school's campus having meetings with administrators, voicing demands to cut ties with Israel. Whether that was cancelling their study abroad trip to Israel or divesting from zionist institutions, the movement to boycott Israel was alive and well years ago — before October 7th, 2023.
(2025-09-16). Israel, Hamas, the US and Qatar: unraveling the mess. onlineopinion.com.au Israel's attack to eliminate Hamas' leaders in Qatar at a time when they were deliberating a new ceasefire with Israel warrants a serious examination of its regional and international repercussions and what can be expected next.
(2025-09-16). Clemente Documentary Brings Roberto Clemente's Legacy Back to Life – INTERVIEW. latintimes.com The documentary "Clemente", produced by David Altrogge with Michael Hartnett and a team that includes LeBron James and Maverick Carter as executive producers, started taking shape long before today's conversations about inclusion and equity were front-page news.
(2025-09-16). Two police officers killed in terror attack in SE Iran. tehrantimes.com TEHRAN — Armed assailants have attacked a police vehicle in southeastern Iran's Sistan and Baluchestan Province, leaving two officers dead and another injured.
(2025-09-16). Cuba saluda a México en su Día de Independencia. radiohc.cu El Primer Ministro de Cuba, Manuel Marrero, felicitó al pueblo y gobierno de México con motivo del 215 aniversario del Grito de Dolores que se celebra este 16 de septiembre. En un mensaje en la red social X, el jefe de gobierno cubano reconoció esta Fiesta Nacional que conmemora el alzamiento independentista de 1810 liderado por el cura Miguel Hidalgo, al tiempo que agradeció el apoyo y solidaridad demostrados por la nación norteamericana. | El canciller cubano Bruno Rodríguez Parrilla se sumó a la felicitación, ratificando en la misma plataforma la disposición de Cuba para continuar desarrollando los vínculos de…
(2025-09-16). Trump: 'A stain on our collective consciousness'. peoplesworld.org 
LONDON—Climate activists unfurled a banner calling U.S. President Donald Trump a war criminal in the grounds of Windsor Castle ahead of a series of protests during his three-day state visit to Britain starting on Tuesday. The sign showed a picture of President Trump with the words "Climate criminal. War criminal. The only place he's welcome …
(2025-09-16). Former Monty Python Star Recounts Clash with Maduro's Military in New Footage From Documentary on Venezuela. latintimes.com The incident took place in Hugo Chávez's birthplace and was only toned down when the men recognized Michael Palin's past Monty Python work…
(2025-09-16). China, U.S. reach basic consensus on TikTok. ecns.cn Top negotiators from Beijing and Washington, led respectively by Chinese Vice-Premier He Lifeng and U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent, conducted "candid, in-depth and constructive" communication on economic and trade issues of common concern starting on Sunday.
(2025-09-16). FM Araghchi sees off newly-appointed envoys to Africa. tehrantimes.com TEHRAN — Iran's newly appointed ambassadors to Cà¥te d'Ivoire and Madagascar held separate meetings with Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi on Tuesday before departing to take up their posts.
(2025-09-16). Major decisions to expand manpower export to Japan. jagonews24.com The Ministry of Expatriates' Welfare and Overseas Employment has taken a series of major decisions to expand manpower export to Japan…
(2025-09-16). A timely marine ecology conservation move>. ecns.cn Coral reefs can be seen at the Huangyan Island National Nature Reserve in the South China Sea. The nature reserve is located in the city of Sansha, Hainan province, and covers an area of 3,523.67 hectares.
(2025-09-16). Trump's state visit to Britain: All that glitters… wsws.org The courting of the fascist in the White House, instigated by an equally despised Prime Minister Keir Starmer in a grotesque celebration of wealth and military power, is a provocation against the working class.
(2025-09-16). Racism Ain't Punk w/ Punks Against Apartheid. counterpunch.org On this episode of CounterPunch Radio, Rebecca Maria Goldschmidt talks with members of Punks Against Apartheid to discuss the history of the network, their entry points into Palestine organizing, and the current watershed moment of cultural intifada across global stages. In 2011, PAA launched a successful cultural BDS campaign against Dead Kennedys' Jello Biafra, who
(2025-09-16). Iran Expresses Reservations on Doha Summit Communiqué. tn.ai TEHRAN (Tasnim) — Iran expressed its reservations regarding the final communiqué of the extraordinary Arab—Islamic Summit in Qatar, reiterating its unwavering support for the Palestinian people's right to self-determination and condemning Israeli aggression.
(2025-09-16). Cuba denounces Zionist plans to occupy Palestinian territories. radiohc.cu Cuba has denounced the occupation of Palestinian territories of the West Bank and East Jerusalem, and described the Zionist regime's attempt to hinder the creation of an independent Palestinian state as "desperate." | "We denounce current Israeli settlement expansion plans in the Palestinian territories of the West Bank and East Jerusalem. The Israeli regime is seeking to redraw Palestinian geography in a desperate attempt to hinder the creation of an independent Palestinian state, announced Foreign Minister Bruno Rodríguez. | The government of Benjamin Netanyahu recently announced a settlement project in the occ…
(2025-09-16). Falleció el vice primer ministro cubano Ricardo Cabrisas Ruiz a la edad de 88 años. cubadebate.cu El Vice primer ministro Ricardo Cabrisas Ruiz falleció este martes 16 de septiembre, víctima de una penosa enfermedad, a la edad de 88 años. Galardonado con múltiples reconocimientos nacionales y extranjeros, sencillo, modesto y austero, gozó de la confianza plena de Fidel, Raúl y la Dirección del Partido, el Estado y el Gobierno. Por los destacados servicios a la Patria se le otorgó el título honorífico de Héroe del Trabajo de la República de Cuba.
(2025-09-16). In violation of members' vote, Long Island Rail Road unions call off a strike, appealing for intervention from Trump. wsws.org In appealing to Trump, the union chiefs have aligned themselves with the would-be dictator, who is preparing to deploy troops all over the country, including New York City, to crush resistance in the working class.
(2025-09-16). Spectacular view of cloud-shrouded Wulingyuan Scenic Area in Zhangjiajie. ecns.cn After an autumn rain on Monday, multiple scenic areas of Zhangjiajie National Forest Park in central China's Hunan Province were adorned with a breathtaking sea of clouds, creating an ethereal atmosphere reminiscent of a fairyland.
(2025-09-16). Global AI war will be won in the key arena of education and training. scmp.com In the global race for artificial intelligence (AI), nations rightly chase cutting-edge technologies, big data and data centres heavy with graphics processing units (GPUs). But thought leaders including OpenAI CEO Sam Altman and institutions from the Federation of American Scientists to China's Ministry of Education are urging investment in educator training and AI literacy for all citizens. They argue for a more human-centred AI strategy. | Having taught AI and data analytics in China, I have…
(2025-09-16). $6.5 Billion Drug Bust Exposes Mexico's Role in Global Meth and Fentanyl Crisis. latintimes.com Interpol has announced a record seizure of synthetic drugs worth an estimated $6.5 billion in a sweeping operation that stretched across Asia and North America.
(2025-09-16). Oppose UAW sellout of GE Aerospace strike! Demand immediate release of full contract proposal! wsws.org The UAW bureaucracy is rushing to shut down the strike to prevent any further disruption to the Trump administration's war plans.
(2025-09-16). WHYY Newscast for Tuesday 6:00 a.m. whyy.org The latest local headlines from WHYY…
(2025-09-16). Usos medicinales del diente de león. cubadebate.cu El diente de león, sin dudas, es una especie que ha sido utilizada para tratar no pocas enfermedades. Las monografías de plantas medicinales de la Organización Mundial de la Salud plantean que toda la planta se utiliza para promover la diuresis, incrementar la secreción biliar, estimular el apetito y tratar la dispepsia.
(2025-09-16). Trump's FBI chief grilled over Charlie Kirk shooting, Epstein files. scmp.com Kash Patel defended his tenure as FBI director before a US Senate panel on Tuesday, angrily pushing back on questions about his handling of the investigation into the assassination of conservative activist Charlie Kirk and the firings of veteran officials. | Patel's appearance before the Senate Judiciary Committee came as critics, including some allies of US President Donald Trump, have questioned his leadership of the most prominent US law enforcement agency.
(2025-09-16). White House working to criminalize left-wing dissent as 'domestic terror' in wake of Kirk murder. therealnews.com 
This story originally appeared in Common Dreams on Senior Trump administration officials on Monday made fresh threats to crack down on a nonexistent left-wing "domestic terror movement" following last week's assassination of Charlie Kirk—a move that critics called an attempt to exploit the far-right firebrand's murder to advance an authoritarian agenda targeting nonviolent opposition. | Even as investiga…
(2025-09-16). Verma urges Dhaka-Delhi unity for fruitful cooperation. jagonews24.com Indian High Commissioner to Bangladesh Pranay Verma has said Bangladesh and India should work together to strengthen their interdependencies and transform geographical proximity and growing economic capabilities into new opportunities for mutually rewarding cooperation.
(2025-09-16). Trump says US 'knocked off' 3 boats from Venezuela. scmp.com US President Donald Trump on Tuesday said his country had "knocked off" three boats in total from Venezuela, a day after he confirmed a second deadly US strike on alleged drug traffickers in the Caribbean. | "We knocked off actually three boats not two, but you saw two," he told reporters at the White House before heading to the United Kingdom for a state visit. | He did not elaborate on what had happened with the third boat, or if any more people had been killed.
(2025-09-16). Pezeshkian inaugurates new hospital in Tehran. tehrantimes.com TEHRAN — President Masoud Pezeshkian returned to familiar surroundings on Monday as the heart surgeon-turned-politician inaugurated a new 550-bed hospital in eastern Tehran.
(2025-09-16). How Philadelphia's colonial-era taverns helped shape early American life. whyy.org 
From Philly and the Pa. suburbs to South Jersey and Delaware, what would you like WHYY News to cover? Philadelphia is considered one of the WHYY "Morning Edition" host Jennifer Lynn spoke with beer historian Rich Wagner, who will lead a walking tour this month for WHYY listeners through the city's historic brewing and tavern sites. | The tour is one of several events schedu…
(2025-09-16). Trump 'honoured' to slap New York Times with US$15 billion lawsuit. scmp.com US President Donald Trump on Monday filed a US$15 billion lawsuit for defamation and libel against The New York Times, days after the newspaper released articles on his ties to disgraced financier Jeffrey Epstein. | The move comes after Trump threatened last week to sue the Times for its reporting related to a sexually suggestive note and drawing given to Epstein.