(2025-10-06). Josh Shapiro had the potential to become U.S. president — but then the Gaza war happened. haaretz.com The dramatic shift among the vast majority of U.S. Jews is closely related to footage of hungry children in Gaza in recent months. The effort by Israel to find an excuse has failed to convince Americans of anything other than that the Israeli government is no longer to be believed…
(2025-10-06). Global Day of Action for Peace on 2nd Anniversary of Gaza War. indybay.org On the 2nd anniversary of Israel's war in Gaza, activists in Petaluma called for an end to the genocide and forced starvation of the population.
(2025-10-06). U.S. Citizens on Flotilla Imprisoned in Violent Israeli Prison, U.S. Fails to Respond. indybay.org U.S. citizens are among the humanitarians on the Sumud Global Flotilla illegally arrested by Israel, and now imprisoned in Israel's violent prison in the Negev desert. Families say they cannot find out anything about their condition or location. The U.S. is failing to respond. Indigenous women, the grandson of Nelson Mandela and Greta Thunberg, joined people from around the world and risked their lives to take humanitarian aid to Gaza. The starvation and genocide continues.
(2025-10-06). Israel subjects Flotilla participants to abuse and mistreatment. fidh.org Alexis Deswaef and Aziz Rhali, both vice-presidents of the International Federation for Human Rights (FIDH), are among the 470 members of the Flotilla who were abducted by Israel in international waters on October 1 and 2, 2025. The two men have begun a hunger strike to protest their imprisonment, the mistreatment they are subjected to, and the ongoing genocide in Gaza. FIDH is calling for their immediate and unconditional release, as well as that of all the Flotilla participants still (…) | – | /…
(2025-10-06). Iran Warns of Israeli Breach of Gaza Ceasefire Plan. tn.ai TEHRAN (Tasnim) — The Iranian Foreign Ministry issued a statement about a plan for ceasefire in Gaza, warning that the Zionist regime may breach commitments under the proposed deal.
(2025-10-06). Hamas Rejects 'Fabricated' Reports on Disarmament, Slams Media for Serving Israeli Agenda. tn.ai TEHRAN (Tasnim) — The Palestinian resistance group Hamas on Sunday dismissed as false and manipulative the media claims that it had agreed to surrender its weapons under a US-sponsored Gaza plan backed by Israel.
(2025-10-06). Israel/Palestine: States Should Act to Halt Atrocities. hrw.org Click to expand Image | Displaced Palestinians returning to the Jabalia refugee camp in the northern Gaza Strip on January 19, 2025. | © 2025 Omar Al-Qattaa/AFP via Getty Images | (Jerusalem) — United States President Donald Trump's "Comprehensive Plan to End the Gaza Conflict," announced on September 29, 2025, is no substitute for the urgent action governments need to take to protect civilians and support justice after two years of grave abuses in Israel and Palestine, Human Rights Watch said today. The 20-part plan does not directly address human rights issues or accountability for serious crimes…
(2025-10-06). Hamas delegation arrives in Egypt for negotiations over implementing Trump's Gaza ceasefire plan. independent.co.ug 
CAIRO | Xinhua | A delegation from the Palestinian Islamic Resistance Movement (Hamas) arrived in Egypt on Sunday to prepare for negotiations with the Egyptian side on Monday in the Red Sea city of Sharm El Sheikh, Egyptian sources told Xinhua. The two sides will hold talks on implementing the first phase of U.S. …
(2025-10-06). Israel/Palestine : Illegal interception of the Sumud Flotilla and arrest of peaceful activists. fidh.org Today, the Sumud Flotilla for Freedom, carrying humanitarian aid for Gaza and composed by international human rights defenders and activists committed to non-violent action, was violently boarded in international waters by the Israeli army. Hundreds of peaceful activists on board were kidnapped and illegaly arrested, including two International Federation for Human Rights (FIDH) Vice-Presidents. The Observatory for the Protection of Human Rights Defenders (a partnership of FIDH and OMCT) (…) | – |
(2025-10-06). "Humanity hollowed out" : Gaza, two years on. icrc.org The below is a statement by Sarah Avrillaud, head of the ICRC sub-delegation in Gaza:…
(2025-10-06). Hundreds of thousands join Amsterdam's 'red line' protest for Gaza. aljazeera.com Rally organisers say around 250,000 people marched in Amsterdam's 'red line' protest against Israel's genocide in Gaza.
(2025-10-06). Thursday 10/9: Power Half Hour for Gaza. indybay.org Zoom | http: //jvp.org/gazaph…
(2025-10-06). LIVE: Aid seekers killed in Gaza as Egypt hosts Israel, Hamas officials. aljazeera.com Israeli continues to attack Palestinians in Gaza as delegations from Hamas, Israel and mediators convene in Egypt.
(2025-10-06). like ego might be the key to finally ending the Gaza war. haaretz.com U.S. President Donald Trump's belief that his plan to end the Gaza war is the correct path forward, Netanyahu's opposition be damned, has only been bolstered by his now-repeated highlighting of Israeli protesters praising his leadership…
(2025-10-06). In Gaza, diabetes has become another frontline. newarab.com 
Gaza, war kills not only with As the Israeli onslaught continues to devastate the coastal enclave, thousands of diabetics are trapped in a cruel equation: survive without treatment or surrender to the disease. | For them, every day is a battle fought between two invisible enemies, war and the slow poison of untreated illness. | In a makeshift tent near Khan Younis in the southern
(2025-10-06). Israel and the occupied territories: Gaza families face fear and displacement as hostilities intensify. icrc.org A testimony from Ahmed Al Waheidi, an ICRC staff member in Gaza: September 17, 2025…
(2025-10-06). Palestinians hoping for quick truce as Israel pummels Gaza. newarab.com 
Israeli forces continued to pound the Gaza Strip on Monday, amid hopes that The Israeli army struck the
(2025-10-06). Trump predicts Gaza ceasefire talks will go 'very quickly'. aljazeera.com US President Donald Trump said he believes negotiations involving Israel and Hamas will go "very quickly".
(2025-10-06). Friday 10/10: HANDS OFF Venezuela & STOP the US Supported Genocide in Gaza. indybay.org Harry Bridges Plaza | Across From Ferry Building | San Francisco…
(2025-10-06). Green Left Radio: Italian union solidarity with Gaza. greenleft.org.au 
(2025-10-06). ICRC president: Gaza ceasefire critical to saving lives and reuniting families. icrc.org
(2025-10-06). Israel and the occupied territories: ICRC forced to temporarily suspend operations in Gaza City office as hostilities escalate. icrc.org
(2025-10-06). Australian National Press Club cancels Chris Hedges' talk on the "Betrayal of Palestinian Journalists" wsws.org The Press Club has tried to deny the obviously political character of its censorship, which aligns with a broader campaign against mass opposition to the genocide.
(2025-10-06). Protests denounce New Zealand government's whitewashing of Israel's genocide. wsws.org Protesters denounced Foreign Minister Winston Peters' speech to the UN, which downplayed and legitimised Israel's atrocities and refused to recognise Palestinian statehood.
(2025-10-06). Oakland Demands Arms Embargo and End to the Genocide. indybay.org Over a thousand in rally and march…
(2025-10-06). Sunday 10/12: Doctors Against Genocide (DAG) Weekly Webinar. indybay.org
(2025-10-06). French govt quits just hours after being appointed, deepening political crisis. geo.tv 
French Prime Minister Sebastien Lecornu delivers a statement at Hotel Matignon in Paris, on October 3, 2025, before a round of consultations with political parties ahead of the announcement of the new government. — ReutersLecornu hands over resignation to French President Macron.His…
(2025-10-06). Saif powers Bangladesh to T20 series sweep over Afghanistan. jagonews24.com Saif Hassan smashed a six-laden 38 ball-64 not out as Bangladesh swept three-match T20 series against Afghanistan by securing a six-wicket victory in the third game at the Sharjah Cricket Stadium in UAE on Sunday.
(2025-10-06). Death toll from Indonesia school collapse rises to 54. geo.tv 
Search and rescue operations search for victims in the rubble of a collapsed building after a hall collapsed while students were praying at Al-Khoziny boarding school, in Sidoarjo, East Java province, Indonesia, October 1, 2025. — Reuters
(2025-10-06). New reception hall aims to transform Guangzhou into international trade hub. ecns.cn The recent establishment of the "Guangzhou International Reception Hall" is expected to provide crucial support for the Guangdong provincial capital city to build itself into an international trade hub.
(2025-10-06). The tale of Angola's civil war. independent.co.ug 
How Angola's legendary rebel leader, Jonas Savimbi, turned on his friends and killed them in droves THE LAST WORD | Andrew M. Mwenda | A couple of months ago, while visiting Gen Muhoozi Kainerugaba, the Chief of Defense Forces (CDF), I found him reading a book titled The Guerrilla and the Journalist by a British …
(2025-10-06). Shang Juncheng tops Khachanov to reach third round at Shanghai Masters. ecns.cn Home wildcard Shang Juncheng defeated ninth-seeded Russian Karen Khachanov 7-6(3), 6-3 in the men's singles second round at the Shanghai Masters, in east China's Shanghai Municipality on Saturday, clinching the first win of his career over a Top 10 player and reaching third round at the tournament for the first time.
(2025-10-06). IRGC Chief Warns of Severe Naval Response to Enemies. tn.ai TEHRAN (Tasnim) — Commander of the Islamic Revolution Guards Corps Major General Mohammad Pakpour cautioned the enemies that any wrong move in the sea will draw the IRGC Navy's harsh reaction.
(2025-10-06). "The Rose as where some buried Caesar bled:" FitzGerald's The Rubáiyát of Omar Khayyám 1:18. juancole.com Stanza 18 in the first edition of Edward FitzGerald's The Rubáiyát of Omar Khayyám is the last in the series that emphasizes the impermanence of royal glory and it transitions to a subsequent set of meditations on the transitory character of life itself XVIII. I sometimes think that never blows so red The Rose as …
(2025-10-06). Nepal hit by deadly floods after days of heavy monsoon rains. aljazeera.com Disaster officials report at least 47 people killed as landslides and floods wreak havoc.
(2025-10-06). Tourists throng Hong Kong park, China's nuclear dilemma: 5 weekend reads. scmp.com We have put together stories from our coverage last weekend to help you stay informed about news across Asia and beyond. If you would like to see more of our reporting, please consider subscribing. | 1. India says it destroyed Pakistan's Chinese and US-made fighter jets in clashes | 2. Hong Kong's Unesco-listed park is big hit with tourists and that's a problem | 3. Saudi-Pakistan defence pact poses nuclear dilemma for China…
(2025-10-06). Trump says UFC fight at White House to be staged on his 80th birthday. aljazeera.com US President Donald Trump announces the 'big UFC fight' on the White House grounds will now take place on June 14.
(2025-10-06). California universities risk losing state backing. ecns.cn California Governor Gavin Newsom has vowed to strip state funding from any California university that agrees to implement the Donald Trump administration's new "Compact for Academic Excellence in Higher Education." The move has reignited a fierce political battle over academic freedom, international student enrollment and federal control over higher education.
(2025-10-06). Industrial goods share in Iran's exports to Russia increased significantly in 3 years. tehrantimes.com TEHRAN- As announced by an official with Trade Promotion Organization (TPO) of Iran, the share of industrial goods in Iran's exports to Russia has increased significantly over the past three years, and Iran's exports to this destination have almost doubled.
(2025-10-06). OpenAI gives content owners more control over Sora AI video app. ecns.cn ChatGPT creator OpenAI will soon introduce controls allowing content rights holders to dictate how their characters are used in its AI video-generating tool, Sora, and plans to share revenue with those who permit such use.
(2025-10-06). How Trump is Demolishing U. S. Global Power and its World Order. juancole.com ( Tomdispatch.com ) — In his novel The Autumn of the Patriarch, which is eerily evocative of our current political plight, Gabriel Garcia Marquez described how a Latin American autocrat "discovered in the course of his uncountable years that a lie is more comfortable than doubt, more useful than love, more lasting than truth, [and] …
(2025-10-06). Red alert as Typhoon Matmo makes landfall in South China. ecns.cn Typhoon Matmo, China's 21st typhoon of the year, made landfall on the eastern coast of Xuwen county in Zhanjiang city at approximately 2: 50 pm on Sunday.
(2025-10-06). Sudan: "The people of Al Fasher cannot be abandoned" icrc.org The following statement can be attributed to Daniel O'Malley, Head of Delegation for the ICRC in Sudan…
(2025-10-06). UN Security Council: We cannot let AI be deployed on the battlefield without oversight and regulation. icrc.org Delivered by Cordula Droege, Chief Legal Officer of the ICRC, at the Open Debate of the United Nations Security Council on "Artificial intelligence and international peace and security" in New York.
(2025-10-06). Sunday 10/26: 28th United Nations Association Film Festival | Closing Night. indybay.org Palo Alto | Mitchell Park Community Center | 3700 Middlefield Road…
(2025-10-06). Thursday 10/9: Weekly Power Hour: Block the Bombs! indybay.org Zoom | bit.ly/POWERTOGETHER…
(2025-10-06). How the GPU Murdered Leon Trotsky. wsws.org This lecture examines Stalin's campaign to murder Leon Trotsky—tracing the GPU's infiltration, the failed Siqueiros raid, and Ramon Mercader's successful 1940 assassination—while situating Trotsky's final theoretical battles and enduring revolutionary legacy amid the approach of world war.
(2025-10-06). Zionist Bari Weiss tapped to head CBS News following merger. wsws.org Weiss's installation as the editor-in-chief at CBS News is aimed at enforcing right-wing ideological conformity, above all, on Israel.
(2025-10-06). CA's Hydrogen Hub Loses Federal Funding; Groups Respond. indybay.org October 2, 2025 – This week, news broke that the Department of Energy cancelled funding for California's proposed hydrogen hub, also known as ARCHES, among other projects.
(2025-10-06). Friday 10/10: Virtual Action Hour for Palestine. indybay.org Zoom | afsc.org/events/action-hour-palestine…
(2025-10-06). White goods, electronics hot items in holiday. ecns.cn Data from the Ministry of Commerce showed that during the first four days of the holiday, sales from key retail and catering enterprises nationwide increased 3.3 percent year-on-year.
(2025-10-06). Unilateral coercive measures opposed. ecns.cn China, on behalf of a cross-regional group of 28 member states, on Friday delivered a joint statement at the Third Committee of the 80th session of the UN General Assembly, calling for the immediate and complete removal of unilateral coercive measures, or UCMs.
(2025-10-06). No Plan for Talks with EU3: Iranian Spokesman. tn.ai TEHRAN (Tasnim) — Tehran has no current plan for negotiations with the European troika, the Iranian Foreign Ministry's spokesperson said on Monday, stressing that Iran is focused on assessing the consequences of recent measures taken by the EU3 and the US.
(2025-10-06). Araqchi Highlights Efforts to Safeguard National Interests, Nuclear Program. tn.ai TEHRAN (Tasnim) — Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi told lawmakers on Sunday that his ministry is pursuing active diplomacy to safeguard the national interests, stressing continued efforts to protect the country's legitimate right to peaceful nuclear energy.
(2025-10-06). The Zillow And Redfin Convenience Trap. levernews.com Getting a home mortgage used to take weeks of phone calls and paperwork. Now, real estate search platforms like Zillow and Redfin offer comprehensive, nearly one-click homebuying. But what are the hidden costs of trusting these industry giants with every step of the process?Today on
(2025-10-06). EU considering delaying 'bad law' on coffee, again. independent.co.ug 
Good news for Ugandan lobbyists who fear loss of EU market COVER STORY | RONALD MUSOKE | On Sept. 23, the European Commission quietly sent a letter that set off ripples across global trade, agriculture, and environmental advocacy circles. In it, Environment Commissioner, Jessika Roswall, admitted that a proposed law banning imports of agricultural products …
(2025-10-06). Morocco: End the crackdown on peaceful protests and uphold the right to demands social justice. fidh.org Human rights organisations, including FIDH and OMCT within the framework of the Observatory for the Protection of Human Rights Defenders, condemn the repression carried out by the Moroccan authorities against peaceful demonstrations organised by the 'Generation Z 212' movement, in which minors and human rights defenders participated. They call for the immediate and unconditional release of all those arrested for peacefully exercising their rights to freedom of expression and assembly.
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(2025-10-06). French PM Lecornu resigns after less than a month in office. scmp.com France's President Emmanuel Macron on Monday accepted Prime Minister Sebastien Lecornu's resignation just hours after unveiling his cabinet, the presidency said, plunging the European nation further into political deadlock. | France's President Emmanuel Macron named Lecornu, a former defence minister, to…
(2025-10-06). Why Weren't the October 7 attacks Avoided? juancole.com On October 7, 2023 — two years ago — the Hamas-led offensive was portrayed as "Israel's 9/11" that came out of the blue. This assumption is not supported by the facts. The attack was avoidable. New York (Special to Informed Comment; Feature) — After the Hamas-led assault, the Netanyahu cabinet and other high-level Israeli political, …
(2025-10-06). What "freedom" ? On the short film Whispers of Freedom. wsws.org Young people should watch the film with a critical eye and ask themselves the following question: What "freedom" does capitalism offer?
(2025-10-06). The WPS Agenda Needs Strong Wills to Counter Rough Headwinds. passblue.com 
Many people around the United Nations are bracing for annual commemorations of the women, peace and security agenda this month as reflections on gains made on women's rights in conflict will be clouded by worries about progress lost. Celebrating WPS month, as it's known, is usually a moment to reflect on positive developments since the …
(2025-10-06). Hospital fire kills at least six patients in India's Jaipur, say officials. geo.tv 
Representational image shows a hospital ward that caught fire in Ahmednagar, in the western state of Maharashtra, India, November 6, 2021. — ReutersShort-circuit suspected as cause of deadly Jaipur fire.Blaze began in intensive care unit of Sawai Man Singh HospitalForensic team to…
(2025-10-06). 28th United Nations Association Film Festival Takes Place Oct. 16-26, 2025. indybay.org The 28th UNAFF (United Nations Association Film Festival) will be held from October 16-26, 2025. This year's theme, MESSAGES FOR THE FUTURE, continues our devotion to human rights with an emphasis on our common destiny and issues fostering it, or standing in its way.
(2025-10-06). Reach A Hand Uganda boosts healthcare access with new ambulance for Kempungu Clinic. independent.co.ug 
Mbarara, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | In an effort to enhance quicker access to emergency services, Reach A Hand Uganda Clinic in Kempungu, Mbarara has provided a new ambulance for the area. The ambulance, unveiled on 2nd October, is expected to strengthen referral systems and provide timely transport for patients in critical condition. For many in …
(2025-10-06). US Supreme Court weighing presidential powers in new term. geo.tv 
(2025-10-06). ICRC president: Every humanitarian worker killed without consequence allows this insidious pattern to continue. icrc.org Opening remarks delivered by ICRC President Mirjana Spoljaric at the launch ceremony of the Declaration for the Protection of Humanitarian Personnel in New York, 21 September 2025.
(2025-10-06). tariff policy – a declaration of surrender. indybay.org Trump's tariff policy is an expression of the helplessness with which the US is responding to the global crisis of capitalism. | History is never the result of the will of great personalities — not even when it comes to a "very stable genius" (Donald Trump on Donald Trump).
(2025-10-06). Australia, Papua New Guinea sign mutual defence treaty. aljazeera.com Pukpuk treaty commits the two neighbours to greater military cooperation, although the text is yet to be released.
(2025-10-06). More than 350 trekkers escape blizzard-hit Everest, hundreds still stranded. aljazeera.com Rescued trekkers reach China's Qudang township while 200 others still face treacherous Everest conditions awaiting help.
(2025-10-06). Oakland District 5 staff sides with Prologis, making a hasty coverup of truthful graffiti. indybay.org Prologis, our local Wall St. cancer, has spent the last 12+ months quietly poisoning the Fruitvale district, water, & all of deep East Oakland via toxic dust and hazmat emissions. 3600 Alameda Ave is one of two crime scenes. | Truthful public messaging has been covered up, with local activists surveilled and harassed, all in the name of an illegally planned mega-warehouse.
(2025-10-06). Iran to celebrate National Children's Week with record number of organizations joining initiative. tehrantimes.com TEHRAN- Hamed Alamati, director of the Iran's Institute for Intellectual Development of Children and Young Adults (IIDCYA)announced a significant increase in the number of organizations involved in this year's National Children's Week, emphasizing a shift toward greater community participation and public involvement.
(2025-10-06). Teesta water crosses danger level, floods low-lying areas. jagonews24.com Continuous heavy rainfall over the past few days, along with upstream runoff, has caused the Teesta River to cross the danger level.
(2025-10-06). Saudi Arabia allows all visa holders to perform Umrah. geo.tv 
Pilgrims perform prayers around the Kaaba at the Grand Mosque in Makkah, Saudi Arabia, June 1, 2025. — ReutersMeasures taken under Saudi Vision 2030: Ministry of Hajj, UmrahAdds initiative reflects Kingdom's vision to facilitate Muslims.Nusuk Umrah platform launched…
(2025-10-06). North Darfur displacement worsens as Sudan paramilitary tightens siege. aljazeera.com El-Fasher's population has plummeted by 62% as RSF attacks intensify, marking one of Sudan's worst humanitarian crises.
(2025-10-06). Nobel Prize for medicine awarded to immune system researchers. aljazeera.com The international team discovered how the immune system is kept in check to prevent it attacking the body.
(2025-10-06). FHA taking the lead in lifting communities from all forms of poverty. independent.co.ug 
COMMENT | Elizabeth Patience | At the mention of poverty, most people's minds rush to finances — money, money, money — and we forget other aspects of social poverty, that is spiritual poverty and mental well-being. Biblically, the love for money is the source of all evil, 1Timothy 6: 9-10! The physical and mental wellbeing of people …
(2025-10-06). Tragedy Strikes: Indonesian School Collapse Claims 49 Lives. devdiscourse.com The tragic collapse of the Al Khoziny Islamic boarding school in Sidoarjo, East Java province, Indonesia, has claimed the lives of at least 49 people, predominantly teenage boys. This shocking development was confirmed as rescuers methodically removed debris, revealing more bodies, according to a statement by the country's disaster mitigation agency.
(2025-10-06). Nikkei Soars: Takaichi's Election Boosts Japanese Markets. devdiscourse.com Japan's Nikkei index skyrocketed past the 47,000 mark on Monday, a historic high after fiscal dove Sanae Takaichi was elected leader of the ruling party, positioning her as Japan's next prime minister. This saw the Nikkei 225 Index shooting up by 3.9% to 47,566.84, breaking past the 46,000 barrier for the first time.
(2025-10-06). Barcelona suffer shock defeat at Sevilla in La Liga. aljazeera.com Barcelona's unexpected loss to Sevilla drops the Spanish champions two points behind Real Madrid on La Liga ladder.
(2025-10-06). If Australians want nice things, try shunning the destructive newsrooms. independentaustralia.net 
(2025-10-06). Trump's scheme to strip Social Security disability benefits from the elderly. indybay.org Save Social Security…
(2025-10-06). Trump administration brands US cities war zones. geo.tv 
Law enforcement officers detain a protester outside the US Immigration and Customs Enforcement headquarters in South Portland, Oregon, US, October 5, 2025. ReutersThe Trump administration branded Chicago a "war zone" Sunday as a justification for deploying soldiers against the will of…
(2025-10-06). Palantir offices doused in paint. indybay.org Palo Alto offices of Palantir, an AI surveillance company with ties to israel, ICE, and the US military, were doused with red paint. | 4 pics and 1 video…
(2025-10-06). Typhoon Matmo to make landfall on Sunday. ecns.cn A drone photo shows a passenger roll-on/roll-off ship load and unload passengers and vehicles before suspension of service due to Typhoon Matmo, at Xiuying Port, in Haikou, Hainan province, on Oct 4, 2025.
(2025-10-06). France unveils yet another government. It also faces risk of collapse. scmp.com French President Emmanuel Macron named a new government on Sunday, putting together a team under Prime Minister Sebastien Lecornu as he struggles to pull the country out of a political crisis. | The new cabinet line-up was unveiled nearly a month after the appointment of Lecornu, Macron's seventh prime minister. | The latest premier risks being toppled by the opposition in a deeply divided parliament despite his efforts to obtain cross-party support.
(2025-10-06). MONDAY: Opening Statements in Felony Animal Rescue Trial. indybay.org Zoe Rosenberg, 23, is charged with felony conspiracy and 3 misdemeanors for rescuing chickens from Perdue's Petaluma Poultry slaughterhouse…
(2025-10-06). Beauden Barrett to Return for All Blacks' Northern Tour with Key Players Missing. devdiscourse.com Flyhalf Beauden Barrett is poised to make a return for New Zealand's All Blacks as they embark on their Northern Hemisphere tour, despite a spate of injuries to several standout players. Having missed the team's victorious match against Australia in Perth due to a shoulder injury, Barrett is now set to rejoin the 36-man squad for the upcoming test against Ireland in Chicago on November 1.
(2025-10-06). Striking Canada Post workers speak out from picket lines in Ontario and Quebec. wsws.org "They want us all to be gig workers. (Prime Minister Mark) Carney just wants to eliminate all good jobs for everybody. That's not right," a striking postal worker told the WSWS.
(2025-10-06). Mr. Noodles launches ramen noodles. jagonews24.com The country's popular noodles brand, Mr. Noodles, has launched its new ramen noodles. Eleash Mridha, Managing Director, unveiled the product at a programme on Monday at the brand's head office in Badda, Dhaka.
(2025-10-06). Indian-origin motel owner shot dead shortly after asking accused 'are you okay'. ptcnews.tv PTC News Desk: A 51-year-old Indian-origin motel owner was shot dead in US on Friday after he went outside to check on a prevailing dispute. | The incident unfolded after the deceased, Rakesh Ehagaban, stepped out after hearing the commotion and asked the accused "Are you alright, bud?" before the attacker raised his gun and shot him and he died on the spot. | The shooter has been identified as 37-year-old Stanley Eugene West, who had been staying at the motel for over two weeks with a woman and a child. Shortly before shooting Ehagaban, he allegedly shot the woman—described as his companion—in the m…
(2025-10-06). Front pages of Iran's English dailies on October 6. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Oct. 06 (MNA) — Here are the front pages of Iran's English language dailies on Monday, October 06.
(2025-10-06). Trump shifts into high gear to end war, and Netanyahu knows he stop him. haaretz.com Netanyahu signals progress in the cease-fire talks, perhaps influenced by his own political motivations. Meanwhile, the IDF's October 7 committee is underway, while Netanyahu keeps evading a state commission of inquiry…
(2025-10-06). Will return soon, take part in polls: Tarique tells BBC Bangla. jagonews24.com BNP's acting chairman, Tarique Rahman, has said he will return to the country soon. He made the remarks in an extensive interview with BBC Bangla.
(2025-10-06). Amazon event live blog: we're here for new Echos, Kindles and more. gnnhd.tv 
We're at Amazon's fall 2025 hardware event in New York City, where the company is set to announce a bunch of new gadgets ahead of the holidays. Amazon's teaser image for today suggested new Kindles, Echos, and maybe a TV. Whatever it is, it's been a long time…
(2025-10-06). CEC promises election as transparent as a mirror. jagonews24.com Chief Election Commissioner (CEC) AMM Nasir Uddin has said that the Election Commission is moving forward through a transparent process.
(2025-10-06). Beijing, Dhaka to accelerate cooperation. ecns.cn President Xi Jinping and Bangladeshi President Mohammed Shahabuddin exchanged congratulatory messages on Saturday to mark the 50th anniversary of diplomatic relations between the two countries.
(2025-10-06). Thursday 10/16: 28th United Nations Association Film Festival | Opening Night. indybay.org Palo Alto | Mitchell Park Community Center | 3700 Middlefield Road…
(2025-10-06). Monday 10/6: No Monarchs Monday. indybay.org At the Tesla Dealership, 999 Van Ness (corner of Van Ness and O'Farrell), San Francisco…
(2025-10-06). Friday 10/10: Webinar: Palestine Solidarity Announcements. indybay.org Zoom | bit.ly/FridayPSAs…
(2025-10-06). Sanae Takaichi's LDP Victory Sends Yen Tumbling. devdiscourse.com The yen saw its largest drop against the U.S. dollar in five months on Monday following Sanae Takaichi's victory in the Liberal Democratic Party (LDP) leadership election over the weekend. This development sets Japan on a path of expansionary fiscal policy, complicating the tasks for the Bank of Japan.
(2025-10-06). Ecuador's Political Storm: Fuel, Protests, and a Nation on Edge. devdiscourse.com In a tense atmosphere, protesters both supporting and opposing Ecuador's President Daniel Noboa gathered in Quito on Sunday following the implementation of a state of emergency across 10 provinces.
(2025-10-06). Goodbye Petrostates, Hello 'Electrostates': how the clean Energy Shift is reshaping the World Order. juancole.com By Niusha Shafiabady, Australian Catholic University and Xiaoying Qi, Australian Catholic University (The Conversation) — For more than a century, global geopolitics has revolved around oil and gas. Countries with big fossil fuel reserves, such as Saudi Arabia and Russia, have amassed significant wealth and foreign influence, helping shape the world order. But the global …
(2025-10-06). How is this U.S. government shutdown different from previous ones? independent.co.ug 
WASHINGTON | Xinhua | As the U.S. federal government entered a shutdown — the first time in nearly seven years — the confrontation between President Donald Trump's administration and the Democratic Party has further escalated. The Trump administration has cut funding and programs in Democratic-led states and sought to dismantle federal agencies led by Democrats. …
(2025-10-06). Saturday 10/18: No Kings: San Jose. indybay.org McKinley Statue, St. James Park, 180 N. First Street, San Jose, CA 95113…
(2025-10-06). Austin, Texas to close 13 schools, sell corporate sponsorships to close funding gap. wsws.org A proposal was released Friday by the Austin Independent School District to close 13 schools, causing panic and anger among parents and school teachers. The plan includes the closure of 11 elementary schools and two middle schools.
(2025-10-06). Maynilad's Massive Move: A Mega IPO on the Horizon. devdiscourse.com Maynilad Water Services Inc has taken a crucial step towards launching an initial public offering by filing a preliminary prospectus with the Philippine Stock Exchange and regulators. This move positions the company for what could be the most significant IPO in the Philippines this year.
(2025-10-06). U.S. Naval Strike on Drug Vessel Sparks Diplomatic Tensions. devdiscourse.com On Saturday evening, U.S. forces targeted a vessel alleged to be transporting illegal drugs off the coast of Venezuela, according to President Donald Trump. He revealed plans to address land-based drug trafficking following the strike. These actions, signifying a series of assaults on drug operations, underline the U.S.'s stern stance against narcotics smuggling.
(2025-10-06). Japanese ruling party chooses likely new right-wing prime minister. wsws.org Sanae Takaichi represents the far-right of what is already a nationalistic and pro-war party.
(2025-10-06). What Tarique says on Khaleda's role in upcoming polls. jagonews24.com BNP's acting chairman, Tarique Rahman, has said that if Khaleda Zia is physically able, she may play a role in the upcoming elections.
(2025-10-06). WTF is going on in Berkeley. indybay.org Just saw this on 80…
(2025-10-06). Typhoon Matmo set to hit southern China with fierce winds, high waves. ecns.cn The National Meteorological Center (NMC) issued a red alert for Typhoon Matmo at 6 a.m. Sunday, the highest level in its four-tier alert system, as the year's 21st typhoon strengthened into a severe typhoon early in the morning.
(2025-10-06). Hamas, resistant in the field and diplomacy. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Oct. 06 (MNA) — Hamas' calculated response to Trump's peace plan has revealed a new phase of political maturity — proving that the movement's strength lies not only on the battlefield but also at the negotiating table.
(2025-10-06). Hong Kong must look beyond age in selecting 'capable' lawmakers. scmp.com With less than three weeks left of the current Legislative Council term, speculation is high about who's in and who's out for the next Legco. Elections are due to take place on December 7. | However, before voters head to the polls, candidates must first clinch their nominations from the Election Committee. To run for either the Election Committee, functional or geographical constituencies, a person must get nominated by at least two Election Committee members from each of the committee's five…
(2025-10-06). Players embrace fan-tastic China Swing. ecns.cn It's developing into a tournament tradition in Beijing, and it's one that everyone seems to love. Fans giving their beloved international stars Chinese nicknames — sometimes creative, while most times hilarious — and teaching the players how to pronounce them in Mandarin has caught on at the China Open, shedding light on the fun reception the competitors have enjoyed in Beijing.
(2025-10-06). China sees record-breaking passenger traffic in first half of National Day holiday. ecns.cn Railway passenger trips increased 4.5 percent year on year to total 18.33 million, the waterway passenger volume was up 5.6 percent to 1.91 million, and civil aviation passenger trips rose 4.1 percent to hit 2.32 million.
(2025-10-06). From the "Heart of Dixie" California may begin to align our Title 5 US Juneteenth Holiday. indybay.org Juneteenth, is our global milestone at the close of our U.S. Civil War. Join us for a special "California State Capitol Juneteenth Block Party" for all Californias to pause and discover our unique journey towards freedom as we reconnect with our extended global Pan African family both at home and abroad here in "Sweet Home Alabama."
(2025-10-06). Nobel Prize 2025: What they are, when are the awards announced? aljazeera.com Nobel Prize for medicine announced on Monday, followed by five other prizes to be declared over the next week.
(2025-10-06). Mid-Autumn Festival event promotes cross-Strait harmony in Fuzhou. ecns.cn The shared identity and family ties between people on both sides of the Taiwan Strait was the main theme of a Mid-Autumn Festival gathering on Saturday in Fuzhou, capital of East China's Fujian province.
(2025-10-06). Trump's National Guard Deployment to Portland Faces Legal Battle. devdiscourse.com In a move that has sparked serious legal and political confrontation, U.S. President Donald Trump is redirecting 200 California National Guard troops to Portland, Oregon. The Pentagon confirmed the deployment on Sunday, even as California and Oregon file lawsuits to stop the relocation.
(2025-10-06). Bulu pledges to make Noakhali a division if BNP returns to power. jagonews24.com BNP Vice Chairman Barkatullah Bulu has pledged that his party will prioritise elevating Noakhali to divisional status should it return to power.
(2025-10-06). Trump plans to deny Social Security disability payments to hundreds of thousands of workers. wsws.org The Washington Post revealed Sunday that the Trump administration is implementing changes to two Social Security disability programs that will make it even more difficult for older, disabled workers and low-income recipients to receive their monthly subsistence checks.
(2025-10-06). Governor slams 'Trump's invasion' as troops deployed in Illinois. aljazeera.com Texas governor applauds move to deploy 400 National Guard members from his state to Illinois, Oregon and other states.
(2025-10-06). Voting underway in BCB election. jagonews24.com Voting is underway for the Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) Board of Directors election. The voting, which began at 10: 00 am at a five-star hotel in the capital, will continue until 4: 00 pm.
(2025-10-06). Hundreds of trekkers escape from blizzard-struck Everest in Tibet. geo.tv 
A screen capture from video shows trekkers leaving their campsite, as unusually heavy snow and rainfall pummeled the Himalayas, in the Tibet Region, China, October 5, 2025. — Reuters Hundreds of trekkers stranded by a blizzard near the eastern face of Mount Everest…
(2025-10-06). Japan braces for shift to conservatism. ecns.cn The election of Sanae Takaichi as the first female president of Japan's long-governing Liberal Democratic Party and the possibility of her becoming the country's first female prime minister indicate a shift toward greater conservatism in Japan's sociopolitical atmosphere, according to experts.
(2025-10-06). Rescue underway as nearly 1,000 trapped on Everest slopes. jagonews24.com Rescue efforts are under way in the remote Tibetan slopes of Mount Everest where a snowstorm has trapped nearly 1,000 people in campsites on the eastern side of the mountain, according to Chinese state media.
(2025-10-06). How ancient arts beat with a modern pulse. ecns.cn What sparks arise when millennia-old intangible cultural heritage meets modern aesthetics? From earrings and necklaces to hairpins and scented charms, these heritage-inspired creations are gradually shedding the label of "traditional handicrafts," transforming into trend-setting cultural pieces that can be worn, used, and enjoyed in everyday life.
(2025-10-06). China's National Day box office surpasses 1.1-billion-yuan mark. ecns.cn By 6: 08 p.m. on Saturday, the total box office revenue of China's National Day holiday had surpassed the 1.1-billion-yuan (about $155 million) mark, according to online platform data.
(2025-10-06). Shin Bet warning on Oct. 7 reached Israel Police four hours late due to. haaretz.com The incident has strained relations between Israeli security agencies, with the police bearing the brunt of the response to the attack…
(2025-10-06). This week in history: October 6-12. wsws.org Union sabotages LA transit strike; John Lennon wins US deportation battle; Police massacre civilians in South Korea; US troops sent to Panama.
(2025-10-06). Cultural, sports events boost holiday spending. ecns.cn Shopping malls, restaurants and sports venues in Beijing have remained packed with visitors during the ongoing National Day and Mid-Autumn Festival holiday, representing a microcosm of the strong consumer demand nationwide.
(2025-10-06). ICRC president: If states do not act, the brutality of today's wars will become the baseline for conflicts tomorrow. icrc.org The following is a statement attributable to ICRC's president Mirjana Spoljaric ahead of the United Nations General Assembly in New York on the need for states to act on their commitment to the rules of war.
(2025-10-06). Greta Thunberg "humiliated" by Israeli forces. aljazeera.com Italian journalist Lorenzo D'Agostino says Israel subjected him and Global Flotilla members to "barbaric" treatment…
(2025-10-06). Free Palestine Activist Assaulted in Front of Israeli Consulate. indybay.org Two seniors injured by huge male aggressor…
(2025-10-06). Tragedy Strikes Jaipur: Hospital Fire Claims Six Lives. devdiscourse.com In a tragic incident, six critical patients lost their lives when a fire broke out at the trauma center of Sawai Man Singh (SMS) Hospital in Jaipur late Sunday night, officials reported.
(2025-10-06). Nikkei Surges as Sanae Takaichi Shakes Up Japanese Markets. devdiscourse.com Japan's Nikkei share index made history on Monday by surpassing the 46,000 level, fueled by the election of fiscal dove Sanae Takaichi as the leader of the ruling party and the nation's next prime minister.
(2025-10-06). Janata Bank manager goes missing with Tk 1.3cr. jagonews24.com A manager of the Pakshi branch of Janata Bank in Ishwardi, Pabna, has gone missing along with Tk 1.3 crore. He was last seen leaving the bank with the cash on Sunday (October 5) afternoon, and no trace of him has been found since.
(2025-10-06). Alabama teacher: "We need rank-and-file committees to bring us together in a collective to fight" wsws.org Veteran educator and founding member of the Alabama Rank-and-File Educators Committee Clare discusses the significance of the Socialist Equality Party's recent statement on the way forward in the fight against fascism and dictatorship.
(2025-10-06). Trump prepares martial law, orders invasion of Portland and Chicago. wsws.org Over the weekend, the Trump administration escalated its war against the American people, launching coordinated military operations in Portland and Chicago.
(2025-10-06). Australian police search for motive in rare mass shooting in Sydney. aljazeera.com Police say 60-year-old man in custody after he shot 50 bullets into busy Sydney street, injuring one person critically.
(2025-10-06). Dipu Moni on 4-day remand in murder case. jagonews24.com A Dhaka court on Monday placed former minister Dr Dipu Moni on a four-day remand in a case over the killing of Jhut (garment-factory scrap) trader Md Monir during the July mass uprising.
(2025-10-06). ICRC president: Path to peace lost when parties fail to preserve human dignity and humanity. icrc.org Delivered by Mirjana Spoljaric, President of the ICRC, at the High-Level Ministerial Side Event: Humanitarian Diplomacy in Action — Collective Response to Crises in the Middle East, New York…
(2025-10-06). Saturday 10/18: Rise & Resist. indybay.org Tanforan Memorial-San Bruno BART Station | 1151 Huntington Avenue | San Bruno, CA 94066…
(2025-10-06). El Segundo refinery fire the product of bipartisan dismantling of safety regulations. wsws.org The Chevron refinery disaster reveals decades of bipartisan deregulation, corporate impunity, and the collapse of environmental oversight amid the Trump administration's shutdown and California Democrats' fraudulent "green" agenda.
(2025-10-06). France's new Prime Minister Lecornu resigns hours after naming cabinet. aljazeera.com President Emmanuel Macron accepts resignation of newly appointed prime minister after criticism over cabinet lineup.
(2025-10-06). Afghanistan: ICRC team reaches remote communities affected by earthquake in Kunar. icrc.org
(2025-10-06). Frequently asked questions: Our work following the earthquake in Afghanistan. icrc.org
(2025-10-06). How to locate ICRC statements and news releases‚ÄØdating from pre-2014. icrc.org
(2025-10-06). Luxembourg and ICRC sign new agreement to deepen humanitarian cooperation. icrc.org
(2025-10-06). Ethiopia: "The world erupted around me" — a landmine survivor's story. icrc.org
(2025-10-06). Facts and Figures for ICRC Activities in Donetsk and Luhansk. icrc.org
(2025-10-06). Here and now! We are building peace. fidh.org
(2025-10-06). Sudan faces worst cholera outbreak in years as war devastates infrastructure. icrc.org
(2025-10-06). Uganda: National Moot Competition on International Humanitarian Law. icrc.org
(2025-10-06). Trump says first phase of hostage release talks to be completed this week. haaretz.com
(2025-10-06). Cambodia: Oral statement at the United Nations Human Rights Council. fidh.org
(2025-10-06). Afghanistan: One month of helping people affected by Kunar earthquake. icrc.org
(2025-10-06). Thailand: Upholding of the conviction and prison sentence against MP and pro-democracy activist Chonthicha Jangrew. fidh.org
(2025-10-06). Interception of the Sumud Flotilla for freedom. fidh.org
(2025-10-06). World leaders united in defence of international humanitarian law to uphold humanity in war. icrc.org
(2025-10-06). Beijing Xiangshan Forum: Building Regional Peace through Dialogue and Consultation. icrc.org
(2025-10-06). Artificial Intelligence, Ethics and Armed Conflict. icrc.org
(2025-10-06). ICRC-IFRC joint statement: Humanity continues to live under the shadow of nuclear warfare and its immense suffering and humanitarian consequences. icrc.org
(2025-10-06). Magical Mid-Autumn night with the rabbit. ecns.cn
(2025-10-06). CALL TO ACTION! Make Oct. 14 George Floyd Day. indybay.org
(2025-10-06). Tanzania: Justice on Trial, Democracy at Stake. fidh.org
(2025-10-06). Vietnam : New sentencing of land rights defender Trinh Ba Phuong. fidh.org
(2025-10-06). ICRC President: "Why upholding the rules of war matters everywhere" icrc.org
(2025-10-06). Afghanistan: Two families reconnect with missing loved ones through Restoring Family Links services. icrc.org
(2025-10-06). Empowering Physical Rehabilitation Teams through the Red Cross and Red Crescent Movement Orientation Workshop. icrc.org
(2025-10-06). Myanmar Earthquake: Six Months On. icrc.org
(2025-10-06). Companies developing new fossil fuel projects should be excluded from all sustainable funds, advocates and experts tell the EU. fidh.org
(2025-10-06). Myanmar: Six months after the earthquake, access to clean water remains a lifeline for hard-hit communities. icrc.org
(2025-10-05). 'Children of Gaza' Cyber Group Infiltrates Israeli Energy Supplier. tn.ai TEHRAN (Tasnim) — A cyber group calling itself "Children of Gaza" claimed responsibility for a major breach targeting an Israeli regime gas distribution company, releasing sensitive data and video evidence of the infiltration.
(2025-10-05). Israel has carried out 93 air strikes on Gaza in just 24 hours. thecanary.co The Government Media Office in Gaza reported that Israeli occupation forces carried out more than 93 air and artillery strikes over the past 24 hours, targeting densely populated areas and displaced persons throughout the Gaza Strip, resulting in the deaths of 70 civilians, including a large number of women and children, in a new escalation […] | By
(2025-10-05). Hundreds of thousands march across Europe in support of Palestinians, Gaza aid flotilla. haaretz.com In the Netherlands, an estimated 250,000 people, most dressed in red, gathered in Amsterdam to press the government to take tougher action against Israel. In Spain, a group of women marched carrying white bundles symbolizing the bodies of children killed in Gaza…
(2025-10-05). Iran Slams Israeli Attack on Sumud Flotilla, Urges Release of Activists. tn.ai TEHRAN (Tasnim) — The spokesperson for the Iranian Foreign Ministry condemned the Zionist regime's assault on the Sumud humanitarian flotilla, decrying it as a terrorist act to enforce famine in Gaza and demanding the immediate release of the detained activists.
(2025-10-05). 70 killed in Gaza as Trump claims Israeli assault halted. newarab.com 
At least 70 Palestinians were killed in Gaza in 24 hours of Israeli airstrikes, despite US President Donald Trump's At least 45 Palestinians were killed in Israeli bombardments and airstrikes on Saturday, most of them in famine-stricken The Israeli army has intensified its offensive there in recent weeks, forcing around one million residents to flee to the overcrowded south.
(2025-10-05). Netanyahu hopes to announce release of all hostages from Gaza in 'coming days'. scmp.com Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has said he hopes to announce the release of all hostages from Gaza "in the coming days", as Israel and Hamas prepare for indirect talks in Egypt on Monday on a new US plan to end the war. | In a brief statement on Saturday, Netanyahu said he had sent a delegation to Egypt "to finalise technical details," adding that "our goal is to contain these negotiations to a time frame of a few days".
(2025-10-05). Despite suffering ridicule, two-state initiative heavily affected Gaza plan. haaretz.com The French-Saudi two-state plan, launched in late September, initially seemed to carry zero practical significance. But despite Netanyahu's insults, it affected Trump's cease-fire plan in key points — including dashing any hopes for a Gaza Riviera…
(2025-10-05). Landmark pro-Palestine marches sweep Europe over Gaza war. newarab.com 
Tens of thousands of demonstrators took to the streets of Barcelona and Madrid waving Palestinian flags, chanting slogans,…
(2025-10-05). Yunus condemns global silence on Gaza, voices solidarity with Shahidul. jagonews24.com Chief Adviser Muhammad Yunus has condemned international inaction on Gaza and affirming Bangladesh's full support for photographer and human rights activist Shahidul Alam, who is currently aboard a humanitarian flotilla attempting to break the siege on the besieged enclave.
(2025-10-05). Susan Watkins: Israel after Fordow. newleftreview.org Netanyahu is building on the obliteration of Gaza to launch an external offensive across multiple fronts, aiming at cantonization in Lebanon and Syria, and regime change, if not state break-up, in Iran. What explains the West's political investment in an Israeli-centric Middle East, on conspicuous display during June's Twelve-Day War?
(2025-10-05). Global Sumud Flotilla, enroute to Gaza, enters danger zone. ummid.com Global Sumud Flotilla, on its way to Gaza, Tuesday September 30, 2025 has entered the danger zone in international waters in the Mediterranean Sea.
(2025-10-05). was defending something I no longer believed How two years of the Gaza war changed Jewish students around the world. haaretz.com Two years after the Hamas attack of October 7, Jewish graduates from New York to Cape Town and Sydney reflect on the war, and how pro-Palestinian protests, rising antisemitism and the Gaza death toll have reshaped their views on Israel and their Jewish identity…
(2025-10-05). Pope Leo XIV urges achieving lasting, just peace in the Middle East. plenglish.com Vatican City, Oct 5 (Prensa Latina) Pope Leo XIV highlighted the progress made in the process of ending Israel's aggression against the Gaza Strip, which has already caused the deaths of more than 66,000 Palestinians.
(2025-10-05). Israel strikes Gaza, killing 24 before Egypt talks on Trump ceasefire plan. aljazeera.com Israel and Hamas set to hold indirect talks on Monday to discuss a US-led initiative largely accepted by both sides.
(2025-10-05). Gaza officials report 63 deaths in past day despite announced pause in offensive operations. haaretz.com One Gaza City resident said that while the intensity of IDF bombardments has decreased, airstrikes continue, primarily in eastern neighborhoods where Israeli forces remain present. The death toll in Gaza from the war has reached 67,139, with 169,583 people wounded, according to the Health Ministry…
(2025-10-05). Activists Say Greta Thunberg Being Tortured in Israeli Prison. tn.ai TEHRAN (Tasnim) — International outrage has erupted after deported activists reported brutal torturing of Swedish climate activist Greta Thunberg by Israeli forces following the interception of a Gaza-bound aid flotilla.
(2025-10-05). For Gaza plan to reflect U.S. global leadership, he must keep Netanyahu in check. haaretz.com Gaza, Ramallah and Washington all say that a cease-fire, the release of the hostages and a new governing body in Gaza are forthcoming, but all sides are declining to make clear statements. This is Trump's moment of truth: will he be able to enforce Israel's promises if Netanyahu tries to call it quits again?
(2025-10-05). Mikeno Sumud Flotilla breaks Israeli blockade, enters Gaza waters. ummid.com In a historic moment, Mikeno, one of the 45 Global Sumud Flotilla ships, Thursday broke the Israeli blockade and entered Gaza's territorial waters.
(2025-10-05). Trump: Israel agrees to initial IDF withdrawal, cease-fire to go into effect once Hamas approves. haaretz.com According to a map posted by Trump, the IDF will exit Gaza City and the refugee camps in the central Strip. As part of the withdrawal, a buffer zone will be created, to which Gaza's residents will not be able to enter. IDF forces will remain in the Philadelphi Corridor, Rafah and Beit Hanoun…
(2025-10-05). Will Israel end its occupation of Palestinian territories? aljazeera.com Talks to implement Donald Trump's 20-point plan for Gaza are under way.
(2025-10-05). Israeli outlets claim Trump was duped by Hamas in a political "Power play" over Gaza. albawaba.com ALBAWABA – Hamas's unexpected support for U.S. President Donald Trump's plan to end the war in Gaza on Saturday left Israel in a state of confusion. Israeli analysts called it a strategic ambush that put Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu in a tight spot and left the government scrambling for a response.After Trump publicly praised Hamas's statement, Israeli politics and the media went into a state of chaos. Reporters from big news organizations said that the night was one of the most politically and diplomatically tense for Israel since the war began.Barak Ravid, a well-known journalist for Channel 12, Walla, and…
(2025-10-05). Smotrich and Ben-Gvir signal they exit Netanyahu government over emerging Gaza deal. haaretz.com Sources close to Netanyahu are relieved at the far-right minister's response amid progress in talks over the Trump plan, but caution it's too early to anticpate their next steps…
(2025-10-05). 'North Gaza Massacres': Telling the stories of the everyday heroes of Jabalia refugee camp. mondoweiss.net 
I never imagined my mission would be this painful: to write the stories of my neighbors, friends, and family erased in Gaza's genocide.
(2025-10-05). Israeli strikes kill 70 in Gaza despite Trump's plea. jagonews24.com Israeli attacks across the besieged Gaza Strip have killed at least 70 Palestinians, medical sources said, despite calls from United States President Donald Trump for Israel to stop its bombardment after Hamas said it had accepted some elements of Trump's 20-point plan to end Israel's war.
(2025-10-05). VIDEO: Hundreds of thousands march in support of Palestine. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Oct. 05 (MNA) — Hundreds of thousands of people across several Turkish cities marched Sunday in support of Palestinians and an aid flotilla 's attempt to reach Gaza.
(2025-10-05). Israeli army kills 65 Palestinians in Gaza in past 24 hours. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Oct. 05 (MNA) — The Palestinian Ministry of Health in the Gaza Strip has said that Zionist regime's forces have martyred 65 Palestinian people in the enclave over the past 24 hours.
(2025-10-05). UN says Israel has now forced two million people into an area smaller than Manhattan. thecanary.co A report issued by the United Nations Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs (OCHA) stated that more than 82% of the Gaza Strip was located within the Zionist entity Israel's military zone or under evacuation orders or in areas where these situations overlapped, as of 17 September 2025. According to the report, these developments […] | By
(2025-10-05). Arab, Muslim leaders refuse all-out support to Trump's 'Gaza Peace Plan'. ummid.com The Arab and Muslim leaders have backed U.S. President Donald Trump's 'Gaza Peace Plan', but not without conditions.
(2025-10-05). Only Netanyahu believed survive politically after October 7. This is how he did it. haaretz.com The first weeks of Israel's war in Gaza were the most critical of the prime minister's career. Sources close to him tell Haaretz how he reached across the political divide to save his political life…
(2025-10-05). Israel, Hamas prepare for Egypt talks amid possible Gaza truce. newarab.com 
Israel and Hamas Under the plan, Hamas would release the remaining 48…
(2025-10-05). Egypt hosts high-stakes Gaza talks as Trump pushes to end war. newarab.com 
The Palestinian armed group on Friday responded positively to
(2025-10-05). The Ethnic Cleansing of Gaza City as Seen Through the Eyes of a Pediatric Nurse. dissidentvoice.org 
On the evening of October 6, 2023 Ali Lubbad, 33, was daydreaming about his new life in Germany. He had just completed his nursing exams and passed the language tests. Once his paperwork had been processed he would settle there with his wife Aya, his autistic daughter Alma, and his rambunctious son Hossam. There Alma …
(2025-10-05). Yemen fires 'Palestine 2' missile at Israel, pledges support for Gaza. tehrantimes.com Yemen's Armed Forces said Sunday they executed a "qualitative" operation with a 'Palestine 2' multi‚Äëwarhead ballistic missile against sensitive targets in occupied Jerusalem (al-Quds), describing the strike as solidarity with Gaza and coordination with the Resistance.
(2025-10-05). Israel kills dozens more Palestinians in Gaza. tehrantimes.com The Palestinian Health Ministry reported on Sunday that at least 65 Palestinians were killed and 153 others wounded by Israeli forces in the Gaza Strip over the past 24 hours.
(2025-10-05). Israel intends to PERMANENTLY occupy strategic locations inside Gaza. thecanary.co The official Hebrew Broadcasting Authority reported on Saturday that Israel plans to maintain a long-term military presence in three strategic areas inside and around the Gaza Strip, despite the understandings related to the ceasefire and prisoner exchange plan proposed by US President Donald Trump. Israel want to increase its occupation of Gaza The agency quoted […] | By
(2025-10-05). Hundreds of thousands hold pro-Palestine rally in Amsterdam. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Oct. 05 (MNA) — Hundreds of thousands of demonstrators flooded the streets of Amsterdam on Sunday, urging the Dutch government to take stronger action against Israel's genocidal war in the Gaza Strip.
(2025-10-05). Free Sumud Activists! Free Palestine! Stop the blockade of Gaza that violates international law! wibailoutpeople.org An overwhelming wave of solidarity for the rights to life and freedom of the Palestinian people erupted — just hours after Israel once again captured aid and solidarity ships on their way to Gaza. On September 20, 2025, 50 ships with around 500 activists from 40 countries set off from several Mediterranean ports to bring …
(2025-10-05). The Gaza Flotilla's Glimpse into the Palestinian Condition. globalresearch.ca Author's Note: This essay argues that the Israeli assault on the Gaza flotilla was not an isolated incident of maritime interception. It was a public demonstration of the same carceral system used to control Palestinian life. By seizing civilians …
(2025-10-05). Nueva Flota Libertad de 9 barcos navegan a Gaza. indybay.org Crear dos tres muchas Flotas Libertad. | Un barco se llama Neruda en homenaje al célebre poeta latinoamericano. | [ Accion por Palestina. Cochabamba. Plaza Principal 17: 00]…
(2025-10-05). SA welcomes progress towards Gaza peace agreement. sanews.gov.za SA welcomes progress towards Gaza peace agreement | The South African government has noted the recent developments intended to achieve a ceasefire and peace for Gaza and the region. | In a statement on Saturday, the Department of International Relations and Cooperation (DIRCO) said the developments towards peace have the potential to alleviate profound human suffering and build much-needed confidence. | "We welcome the decision by Hamas to release all Israeli hostages and its stated readiness for further engagement. This decision must be met with reciprocal action by the State of Israel. | "Such reciprocal measu…
(2025-10-05). VIDEO: LBC's Shelagh Fogarty sneers at people protesting a genocide. thecanary.co On Saturday 4 October, as thousands took to the streets to protest against Israel's mass slaughter of almost 700,000 innocent Palestinians in Gaza and the UK government's continued collusion in its crimes, LBC's sneering presenter Shelagh Fogarty dismissed the protests as "teenage foot-stamping" and told protesters to "just…grow up". LBC: platforming rabid Zionists again Israel's […] | By
(2025-10-05). 'Brutal and inhumane', Iran condemns Israel's harsh treatment of Sumud flotilla activists. tehrantimes.com TEHRAN — The Iranian Foreign Ministry has strongly denounced the Israeli regime's "brutal and inhumane" treatment of hundreds of international activists aboard the Global Sumud Flotilla, a humanitarian mission that sought to break Tel Aviv's years-long blockade of the Gaza Strip.
(2025-10-05). Gaza flotilla detainees detail humiliation and abuse by Israel. newarab.com 
Some of the activists Some 450 activists were arrested as Those detai…
(2025-10-05). Hamas and Israel are on the Verge of a Ceasefire; Denial of Palestinian Agency Could Derail it. juancole.com By Martin Kear, University of Sydney (The Conversation) — Hamas announced that it has accepted several parts of the peace plan put forth by US President Donald Trump and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu to finally end Israel's war on Gaza. Hamas has agreed to release the remaining Israeli captives it holds and is willing …
(2025-10-05). Hamas calls the shots, leaves Israel and US to play catch-up. tehrantimes.com TEHRAN — The indirect talks in Egypt between Hamas, Israel, and U.S. representatives signal the growing significance of the Palestinian group's strategic maneuvering in the Gaza conflict. The negotiations in Sharm el-Sheikh illustrate Hamas' strategic use of diplomacy following intensive Israeli military operations.
(2025-10-05). Almost 500 anti-genocide activists arrested as Starmer government moves to ban protests outright. wsws.org Asked if this was a "dark step" to limit the fundamental right to protest, UK Home Secretary Shabana Mahmood replied that that having a freedom "doesn't mean you have to use it at every moment of every day".
(2025-10-05). Global protests continue over Israel's seizure of Sumud flotilla. wsws.org Millions of people, including one million in Rome alone, took to the streets this weekend in opposition to the genocide against the Palestinians and Israel's deportation of over 400 flotilla activists after their ships and cargoes were violently seized.
(2025-10-05). Poems in Opposition to Genocide. dissidentvoice.org 
Poetry is a written form that through eloquence and wordmanship engages the senses to produce a vivid experience and stir emotions that differ from reading straight-on prose. As such, poetry can be a powerful method to speak truth to power and evoke consciousness that fillips protest and resistance in opposition to horrific crimes and in …
(2025-10-05). Iranian, Saudi officials consult on enhancing bilateral ties. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Oct. 05 (MNA) — The Saudi Arabian Ministry of Foreign Affairs has reported a meeting between the Iranian ambassador to Riyadh and a senior Saudi diplomat to discuss enhancing bilateral relations.
(2025-10-05). How Does The Full Moon Bring Light To Thadingyut Celebrations? Key Faqs Answered. menafn.com (MENAFN – Live Mint) Thadingyut, also known as the festival of lights, is one of Myanmar's most significant religious festivals. Celebrated during the full moon of the Burmese lunar month of …
(2025-10-05). Caviar exports from Mazandaran up 40% in one year: Official. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Oct. 05 (MNA) — An official at veterinary medicine organization of Mazandaran province says that exports of caviar from this northern province registered a 40 percent growth in the previous Iranian calendar year (ended March 20, 2025).
(2005-10-25). No handshakes again as India, Pakistan meet at Women's World Cup. tribune.com.pk 
India captain Harmanpreet Kaur and her Pakistan counterpart Fatima Sana did not shake hands at the toss of Sunday's Women's World Cup cricket match, mirroring the actions of their men's teams. | Sana won the toss and chose to field at Colombo's R. Premadasa Stadium, where there were also no formal greetings between the players of both teams before the national anthems. | The neighbours faced off three times at the recent men's Asia Cup in the United Arab Emirates, and did not shake hands before or after. | The Asia Cup, which concluded last Sunday with India beating their rivals, was notable for ill-feeling be…
(2025-10-05). Martti Koskenniemi: The Laws That Rule Us. newleftreview.org In an expansive response to Perry Anderson's critique of international law in NLR 143, Martti Koskenniemi counterposes to headline rulings on crimes against humanity the opaque, pervasive network of techniques that constitutes the legal infrastructure of global capitalism, shaping our unequal world-social relations and how we imagine them.
(2025-10-05). Azmoun sustains foot injury in Shabab Al-Ahli training. tehrantimes.com TEHRAN — Iran international forward Sardar Azmoun sustained a foot injury during Shabab Al-Ahli's latest training session.
(2025-10-05). Morocco sees eighth straight day of youth protests. newarab.com 
(2025-10-05). Green Left Radio: Ange Carr on cuts to the community sector. greenleft.org.au 
(2025-10-05). Access to RSS feeds is rejected. reliefweb.int/rss.xml Your large amount of concurrent requests for RSS data causes problems. Use the API or contact ops@reliefweb.int…
(2025-10-05). Iran police protests infiltrated drones from neighbors. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Oct. 05 (MNA) — Iranian border police commander General Ahmad Ali Goudarzi says that during the 12-day war imposed by the Zionist regime, drones entered Iran from some neighboring countries, which were documented to lodge a complaint.
(2025-10-05). Power grid remains stable. sanews.gov.za Power grid remains stable | Eskom says the power system remains stable, supported by sustained improvements in generation performance through the ongoing delivery of the Generation Recovery Plan. | In a statement on Friday, the power utility indicated that the month-to-date Energy Availability Factor (EAF) stood at 70.45%, reflecting consistent gains in plant reliability and a reduction in unplanned outages. | This is key to stabilising the grid and supporting economic growth. | "The ongoing technical improvements under Eskom's Generation Recovery Plan have ensured that electricity demand is met for over 97.8% of…
(2025-10-05). Selected works from the thoughts of Raúl Castro were presented. radiohc.cu The Raúl Castro Ruz Selected Works collection was recently presented at an event held at the José Martí Memorial in the Cuban capital, with the presence of Miguel Díaz-Canel, First Secretary of the Central Committee of the Communist Party of Cuba (PCC) and President of the Republic. | Daily Sánchez Lemus, deputy director of the Office of Historical Affairs of the Presidency, specified that the compendium, with a prologue by Díaz-Canel, consists of nine volumes and a pamphlet, and covers the Army General's work from 1951 to 2024. | These pages include speeches, documents, personal letters, and his campaign diary,…
(2025-10-05). Typhoon Matmo touches land in southern China. plenglish.com Guangzhou, China, Oct 5(Prensa Latina) Typhoon Matmo made landfall today in the Chinese province of Guangdong and caused heavy rain and wind on the island of Hainan, where more than 114,000 evacuees were reported.
(2025-10-05). How Israel turned the protest into a tool of the system. haaretz.com Israel has made it legitimate for mothers to protest against wars, as long as they did it for their sons rather than a critical political position…
(2025-10-05). LEVER WEEKLY: One Nation, Under Bank. levernews.com 
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(2025-10-05). What do Tony Blair, Digital ID, and an AI politician have in common? thecanary.co Broadcaster GB News has highlighted the links between Tony Blair, Digital ID, and an AI politician. @gbnews The Albanian parliament erupted in fury as Tony Blair's ally Edi Rama installed an 'AI chatbot' as a government minister. Last year the Albanian prime minister said he owed his position to the former British PM as the pair […] | By
(2025-10-05). Europe should focus on beating US tariffs, not Chinese EVs. scmp.com There are fresh worries across Europe's factory floors. The US has started applying steel and aluminium tariffs to a growing list of finished goods. In August, Washington added 407 new items to the tariff list. These include parts for wind turbines, cranes, bulldozers, railcars, motorcycles, marine engines, appliances and furniture. | It marks a shift from raw materials to the everyday components Europe sells to American buyers. Earlier in June, the White House had already doubled the tariff rate…
(2025-10-05). Bitcoin hits all-time high, surpasses $125,000. gnnhd.tv 
Analysts attribute this surge to the Trump administration's lenient regulatory stance on cryptocurrencies…
(2025-10-05). From Swords to Algorithms: Reimagining Sun Tzu in the Age of AI. moderndiplomacy.eu The Art of War by Sun Tzu has been the basis of all strategy in the hundreds of years before and even in modern times, specifically in schools of warfare. Its classic values, such as deception, intelligence, restraint, and speed, are still the pillars of war. The character of war has, however, changed today as …
(2025-10-05). The move to dissolve Hezbollah's cultural association is spiteful. tehrantimes.com BEIRUT — Ignoring the ongoing U.S.—led Israeli aggression and the stifling economic crisis, the Lebanese government has prioritized putting on its agenda a draft resolution to dissolve the Lebanese Association for Arts.
(2025-10-05). Two Murdered For "Talking S**T" About Charlie Kirk ICE Uses Israeli Company To Spy On Americans. thelastamericanvagabond.com Welcome to The Daily Wrap Up, an in-depth investigatory show dedicated to bringing you the most relevant independent news, as we see it, from the last 24 hours (10/5/25). As always, take the information discussed in the video below and research it for yourself, and come to your own conclusions. Anyone telling you what the
(2025-10-05). Iran defeat Hong Kong at Water Polo at 2025 Asian Aquatics Championships. tehrantimes.com TEHRAN — Iran's men's water polo team defeated Hong Kong 22-10 at the 11th Asian Aquatics Championships on Sunday.
(2025-10-05). ICE Impersonation Incidents Reach Record High in 2025, Outnumbering Four Administrations' Combined Total. latintimes.com Experts and local officials have linked the spike to the government's expanded, highly visible immigration operations and the use of masks and plain clothes by agents during raids…
(2025-10-05). China reveals J-35 jets in public for the first time. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Oct. 05 (MNA) — China on Sunday unveiled its hangars housing J-35 and J-35A stealth fighter jets to the public for the first time, Global Times reported, citing a media outlet tied to the Chinese military.
(2025-10-05). Epidemiologist: Up to 40% of population falls ill each respiratory season. eng.belta.by Overall, the epidemiologist assured that the current incidence rates are within the average multi-year data.
(2025-10-05). China and India to resume direct flights after five-year suspension. gnnhd.tv 
The flights are set to restart by the end of October…
(2025-10-05). Iran presenting over 500 titles at 7th Sulaymaniyah International Book Fair. tehrantimes.com TEHRAN — Iran is participating in the 7th Sulaymaniyah International Book Fair in Iraq with over 500 titles on various topics.
(2025-10-05). Iran beats Hong Kong at water polo starts 2025 Asian c'ship. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Oct. 05 (MNA) — Iran's men's water polo team beat Hong Kong 22-10 at the 11th Asian Aquatics Championships on Sunday.
(2025-10-05). Esteghlal held by Chadormalou at 2025/26 PGPL. tehrantimes.com TEHRAN — Esteghlal football team and Chadormalou shared the spoils in a 1-1 draw in Matchday 6 of the 2025/26 Iran's Persian Gulf Professional League (PGPL) on Sunday.
(2025-10-05). Lionel Rose — a champion revealed. independentaustralia.net 
(2025-10-05). salaries in Belarus up 23% in January-August 2025. eng.belta.by The nominal accrued average monthly salary for a teacher in the period from January to August 2025 amounted to Br2,495.6, which is 23% higher than in the same period in 2024.
(2025-10-05). Parties agree to hold referendum to implement July Charter: Ali Riaz. jagonews24.com Ali Riaz, Vice-Chairman of the National Consensus Commission, has announced that political parties have reached a consensus on holding a national referendum to implement the July National Charter.
(2025-10-05). Ramadan 2026 likely starts on Feb 18, Eid 2026 on March 20. ummid.com Ramadan, the Holy Month of Fasting, this year i.e. 1447 AH corresponding to 2026 AD, is likely to commence on Wednesday February 18, 2026 in Saudi Arabia, UAE, Qatar and other Arab States.
(2025-10-05). Ex-Senator Mushtaq Ahmed in Israeli custody but safe, confirms FO. gnnhd.tv 
Pakistan is in contact with international partners to ensure the safety and repatriation of Pakistani citizens aboard the Global Samoud Flotilla…
(2025-10-05). Heavy rains kill at least 22 in Nepal, block roads. geo.tv 
Members of Nepal Army help people retrieve their belongings to a safe area at a flooded street along the bank of overflowing Bagmati River following heavy rains, in Kathmandu, Nepal, October 4, 2025. — ReutersHeavy rains triggered landslides and flash floods, blocking…
(2025-10-05). Sept exports dip 4.61% amid US tariff pressure on RMG. jagonews24.com Bangladesh's export earnings declined by 4.61% year-on-year in September 2025, falling to $3.6276 billion, a drop of $175.3 million compared to $3.8028 billion recorded in September 2024, according to the latest data released by the Export Promotion Bureau (EPB) on Sunday.
(2025-10-05). At least 47 killed in Nepal as heavy rains trigger landslides, flash floods. aljazeera.com Heavy rains continue to disrupt rescue operations in Himalayan nation as authorities struggle to respond to the crisis.
(2025-10-05). Trump salutes US Navy at 250th anniversary, turns event into 'rally'. scmp.com US President Donald Trump did not let the government shutdown interfere with a stop in Norfolk, Virginia on Sunday to salute the US Navy as it celebrates its 250th anniversary, using his speech to praise both the US Navy and himself. | Trump delivered remarks that by his own recognition bordered on making it more like a campaign event, generating some cheers from the crowd before closing with a recording of his theme song, "YMCA" by Village People.
(2025-10-05). More lives saved as Lira Hospital grows specialist staff in last five years. independent.co.ug 
Lira, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | In a striking transformation over the past five years, Lira Regional Referral Hospital has increased its number of medical specialists from just two to 17, enabling the facility to provide advanced life-saving services such as intensive care, dialysis, and cancer management. The Acting Hospital Director, Dr. Andrew Odur, told …
(2025-10-05). Data Centers Pillage Electricity For AI Video Slop. scheerpost.com By Saagar Enjeti and Ryan Grim / Breaking Points ⚪ Ryan and Saagar discuss data centers driving up electricity costs. |
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(2025-10-05). Stay safe online. sanews.gov.za Stay safe online | Government has called on members of the public to remain vigilant, responsible, and digitally literate to ensure their safety in cyberspace. | "Cybersecurity is a shared responsibility, and by working together, we can protect citizens, especially vulnerable groups such as children and the elderly, from the ever-growing threats in the digital space," Government Communication and Information System (GCIS) said on Friday. | Government's plea comes as South Africa joins the global community in observing Cybersecurity Awareness Month this October by educating the public and private sectors about th…
(2025-10-05). Universities Can Turn AI From A Threat To An Opportunity By Teaching Critical Thinking. menafn.com (MENAFN – The Conversation) | Across universities worldwide, a quiet revolution is underway. Generative artificial intelligence (AI) tools such as ChatGPT, Copilot, DeepSeek and Gemini are being used …
(2025-10-05). Behind the Rhetoric: The Messy Reality of Trump's D.C. Crime War. moderndiplomacy.eu President Donald Trump has declared victory over crime in Washington, D. C., after deploying federal agents and soldiers to the city. He claims that this has made the city safer and is considering sending troops to other U. S. cities as well. However, it is unclear if the presence of these forces has significantly reduced …
(2025-10-05). Volunteer vets vaccinate livestock in village. tehrantimes.com A group of veterinarians voluntarily vaccinated livestock and farm animals in a village in Shirvan County, northeastern North Khorasan Province, on Saturday.
(2025-10-05). Turkey bans Oct 7 Robbie Williams concert over 'safety concerns'. newarab.com 
Turkish authorities have banned a Robbie Williams concert scheduled for October 7 in Istanbul over "safety concerns" following several calls for protest, a source from the city governor's office told AFP news agency Sunday. | The concert would have occurred on the The organising company announced the concert's cancellation "in line with a decision made by the Istanbul governor's…
(2025-10-05). Portland's Legal Showdown: Judge Blocks National Guard Deployment. devdiscourse.com A federal judge in Oregon has temporarily halted President Donald Trump's administration's plans to deploy the National Guard in Portland. The ruling was issued in response to a lawsuit filed by both state and city officials who argued that such a deployment would infringe upon the US Constitution and federal laws.
(2025-10-05). Iran's Nemati wins gold at Karate 1 Series A Kuala Lumpur. tehrantimes.com TEHRAN — Morteza Nemati of Iran won the gold medal at the Karate 1 Series A Kuala Lumpur on Sunday.
(2025-10-05). Women's Cricket Wars: Pakistan's Uphill Battle Against India's Record Reign. thinktank.pk Colombo, Sri lanka: The India-Pakistan women's cricket showdown isn't just a match—it's a subcontinental soap opera packed with drama, skill, and enough tension to power a T20 over. On October 5, 2025, in Colombo, the arch-rivals lock horns in Match 6 of the ICC Women's Cricket World Cup 2025, with India eyeing a perfect start …
(2025-10-05). Araghchi meets envoys, heads of foreign missions in Tehran. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Oct. 05 (MNA) — Iran's Minister of Foreign Affairs Abbas Araghchi met with ambassadors, chargés d'affaires, and heads of foreign and international missions based in Tehran on Sunday to discuss bilateral and international issues.
(2025-10-05). Hunted, raped, starved: Sudan's journalists under siege in El-Fasher. CPJ Middle East and North Africa Staff 
(2025-10-05). Bitcoin breaks a new record, hits over $125,000. albawaba.com 
ALBAWABA – Bitcoin broke a new record high on Sunday, rising to more than $125,000, AFP reported.The cryptocurrency has jumped to $125,689, over-taking its latest record, which was marked in August 2025.In August, Bitcoin reached a record of $124,500.
(2025-10-05). Navy deploys 17 warships to protect hilsa during spawning season. jagonews24.com Bangladesh Navy has deployed 17 warships, patrol boats, and state-of-the-art maritime aircraft in a nationwide campaign to safeguard the hilsa—the country's national fish—during its critical spawning period.
(2025-10-05). Hamas denies report it has begun recovering bodies of slain hostages. haaretz.com A source also told Al Arabiya that Hamas had informed U.S. representatives that it agreed to transfer its weapons to a Palestinian‚ÄëEgyptian body under international supervision — a report that Hamas later denied…
(2025-10-05). The Symbolism and Spectacle of Ishiba's Final Days in Office. moderndiplomacy.eu Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba's resignation in September 2025 brought to an end one of the shortest and most embattled premierships in modern Japanese politics. His Liberal Democratic Party (LDP) had just suffered its worst electoral defeat in decades, losing its majority in both houses of parliament, which forced him to announce that he would step …
(2025-10-05). The EPA is ending greenhouse gas data collection. Who will step up to fill the gap? grist.org 
The Environmental Protection Agency announced earlier this month that it would stop making polluting companies report their greenhouse gas emissions to it, eliminating a crucial tool the US uses to track emissions and form climate policy. Climate NGOs say their work could help plug some of the data gap, but they and other experts fear the EPA's work can't be fully matched. | "I don't think this system can be fully replaced," says Joseph Goffman, the former assistant administrator at the EPA's Office of Air and Radiation. "I think it could be approximated—but it's going to take time." | The Clean Air Act…
(2025-10-05). Belarus' reforestation campaign planned for 11-31 October. eng.belta.by This initiative to restore Belarusian forests will take place in all regions of the country, with particular focus on areas damaged by windfalls and storms.
(2025-10-05). Patrick Lawrence: Power and Justice. scheerpost.com By Patrick Lawrence / Original to ScheerPost Those were an eventful few days as the General Assembly convened at the United Nations Secretariat in New York Sept. 22. France, Belgium, Luxembourg, Malta, Monaco and Andorra formally recognized the state of Palestine on the first day of the General Debate, Sept. 23. Britain, Canada, Australia and …
(2025-10-05). India probes possible cough syrup link to deaths of at least nine children. aljazeera.com Three states ban the cough syrup after children die allegedly after consuming the product.
(2025-10-05). Floods in Nepal kills 40. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Oct. 05 (MNA) — At least 40 were killed due to landslides and floods in Nepal amid heavy rains.
(2025-10-05). Police arrest anti-ICE protesters in Portland. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Oct. 05 (MNA) — Police clashed with protesters outside the US Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) detention center in Portland, Oregon on Saturday.
(2025-10-05). Going 'behind enemy lines' at a far-right demo I saw how fascism hides behind a veneer of normality. thecanary.co 
I feel like it's important, you know? I work in radio and it's shit like this that we don't cover. We're not allowed to. Did you know there's 80 sharia law courts in the UK and we can't do ____ all about them? I'd risking my job just being here. Smiling at the group of […] | By
(2025-10-05). NJ Mobilizes in Opposition to Palantir Hi-Tech Role in ICE Repression. fightbackbetter.com 
The following is the call to action at Palantir Technologies is shamelessly profiting off of the personal information gathered from immigrants and all of us. Their roots run deep with ties to the Department of Defense, including tech and infrastructure development for the military. For over 10 y…
(2025-10-05). September Update For Paid Subscribers. thedissenter.org 
Hello, | Nearly every morning, I wake up to see another alert or story about armed and masked ICE agents in their military gear waging war on some part of the Chicagoland area where I am based. They shoot at journalists. They shoot at protesters and drag them across the pavement.
(2025-10-05). Lukashenko talks to Tajikistan president over phone. eng.belta.by The head of state extended birthday greetings to his counterpart.
(2025-10-05). Pasni Port not discussed with any US institution, say security sources. gnnhd.tv 
'Linking a private and preliminary commercial idea to foreign policy concerns is excessive and exaggerated'
(2025-10-05). Lukashenko: role is greater than ever in fast-paced innovative era. eng.belta.by The president noted that thanks to the professionalism and responsible approach of educators to their beloved work, young people learn to set the right and fair life priorities, analyze large amounts of information, assess the prospects of the modern world order.
(2025-10-05). Chehel Sotoun palace undergoes restoration. tehrantimes.com TEHRAN – A restoration, cleaning, and lighting project has commenced on the main portico of Chehel Sotoun, a 17th-century royal pavilion in Isfahan.
(2025-10-05). Masked men torch UK mosque in suspected hate crime. newarab.com 
A mosque in the seaside town of Peacehaven in Emergency services were called to Phyllis Avenue at around 22: 00 after flames engulfed the entrance of the mosque and a nearby car. Sussex Police said CCTV footage showed two masked individuals starting the fire. | Images and videos posted online show a person fleeing the building and a burned-out car near the entrance. No injuries were reported. | Police said they are treating the incident as arson with inten…
(2025-10-05). Decision to send Tomahawk missiles to Kiev ruin Russia ties. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Oct. 05 (MNA) — A potential US decision to supply Tomahawk missiles to Ukraine may ruin the positive trend in relations between Russia and the United States, Russian President Vladimir Putin told VGTRK reporter Pavel Zarubin in a comment.
(2025-10-05). Italy considers imminent recognition of the State of Palestine. plenglish.com Rome, Oct 5 (Prensa Latina) The Italian government seeks to participate in a post-war political process of reconstruction and reunification of the State of Palestine for its eventual recognition, Foreign Minister Antonio Tajani stated.
(2025-10-05). BRICS welcomes Iran's proposal for establishing joint satellite data platform. tehrantimes.com TEHRAN — Member states participating in the 4th meeting of the BRICS working group on geospatial technologies and its application have welcomed Iran's proposal for the establishment of a joint satellite data exchange platform.
(2025-10-05). UFC 320: Pereira stuns Ankalaev with TKO to regain light heavyweight title. aljazeera.com Alex Pereira won back the light heavyweight title with a technical knockout of Magomed Ankalaev at UFC 320 in Las Vegas.
(2025-10-05). Burnt City, a symbol of peaceful coexistence in ancient Iran. tehrantimes.com TEHRAN – An Iranian archaeologist has said that the UNESCO-registered Burnt City is one of the most prominent archaeological sites in Iran, reflecting one of the earliest urban societies in the history of human civilization.
(2025-10-05). Mutual drone strikes raise alarm over Europe's largest nuclear facility. albawaba.com ALBAWABA — The International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) has told Russia and Ukraine to show "political will" to protect the Zaporizhzhia nuclear power plant. This is because drone and missile strikes between the two countries have raised concerns about the safety of Europe's largest nuclear facility.Rafael Grossi, head of the IAEA, said that both sides must make sure that engineers can reconnect the plant's external power line and do important work without putting their lives in danger. He said that making the facility safe is a political decision, not a technical one, and he confirmed that he is still in…
(2025-10-05). Hero Alam sues wife's lover, own mistress in twisted love triangle drama! jagonews24.com In a plot twist worthy of a prime-time soap opera, viral content maker Hero Alam (real name Ashraful Alam) has filed a sensational case naming two of his closest, yet most treacherous, confidants: his wife Riya Moni's alleged lover, Max Ovi, and his own secret girlfriend, Mithila, both fellow social media stars.
(2025-10-05). President Reaffirms Iran's Commitment to Peace, International Law. tn.ai TEHRAN (Tasnim) — President Masoud Pezeshkian reiterated that Iran remains committed to international law and seeks peaceful relations with all nations, rejecting accusations regarding its nuclear program.
(2025-10-05). When Cricket was reduced to Theatre. ummid.com Cricket, if allowed, could become the fountain and foundation of peace, Ranjan Solomon writes in the context of Asia Cup 2025…
(2025-10-05). Finaliza en Cuba Encuentro Iberoaericano de Turismo Rural y Agroturismo. radiohc.cu 
A seguir fortaleciendo redes, generando alianzas, compartiendo buenas prácticas, convocó el ministro cubano de Turismo, Juan Carlos García Granda a los participantes en el X Encuentro Iberoamericano de Turismo Rural y Agroturismo, que esta semana se desarrolló en provincias del occidente de Cuba. Países participantes en el X Encuentro Iberoamericano de turismo rural y AGROTURISMO | Ante los representantes de 22 países que asistieron al encuentro promovido por el Instituto Iberoamericano de Turismo Rural, IBEROATUR, García Granda destacó que diez años de intercambios sobre esta temática han demostrado que "no hay…
(2025-10-05). 114 Israeli settler outposts built in W. Bank since 2023: report. newarab.com 
Marking two years since what it described as the "war of extermination", the Commission said the number of new outposts represents a nearly 60 percent increase compared with the 190 that existed before 7 October…
(2025-10-05). UK police probe fire at mosque as 'hate crime'. geo.tv 
The photograph shows a blaze that erupted at the mosque's steps.— XPolice say no casualties reported in arson attack.Arson suspects wearing balaclavas: mosque manager.Suspects intended to cause maximum damage: manager.
(2025-10-05). Iran: Cooperation with UN nuclear watchdog 'no longer relevant'. newarab.com 
Iran's top diplomat said Sunday that cooperation with the United Nations nuclear watchdog was no longer relevant following the "The Cairo agreement is no longer relevant for our cooperation with the IAEA (International Atomic Energy Agency)," Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi said, referring to a September deal with the UN agency. | The deal had set up a framework to resume cooperation and allow the watchdog to inspect Iranian sites, after Tehran suspen…
(2025-10-05). Belarus, Bahrain identify ways to boost business contacts. eng.belta.by The ceremony was held via video conference. The minister of foreign affairs of Bahrain wished the ambassador success in his mission.
(2025-10-05). Prof. Dr. Mohammad Reza Farzanegan in interview with Tehran Times. tehrantimes.com In an exclusive interview with Tehran Times, Prof. Dr. Mohammad Reza Farzanegan, a distinguished economist specializing in West Asian economies at Philipps-Università§t Marburg, Germany, provides an in-depth analysis, regarding the impact of the reactivation of UN sanctions on Iran's Economy, Society, Innovation, and Geopolitical Orientation…
(2025-10-05). Balloon Intrusions Disrupt Vilnius Air Traffic. devdiscourse.com Vilnius Airport suspended air traffic after reports indicated that balloons might be encroaching on its airspace, leading to flight diversions to Latvia and Poland, the airport operator announced on Saturday.
(2025-10-05). Distorting History: Archaeology, Identity, and Israel's Quest for Legitimacy in Jerusalem. uwidata.com 
By Halim Genàßoƒülu In Jerusalem today, archaeology has been weaponized. What should be the impartial study of the past has been turned into a tool of identity politics, land grabs, and sovereignty claims. Cultural heritage is not only being destroyed—it is being rewritten. And nowhere is this clearer than in the battle over Jerusalem, where …
(2025-10-05). AL organising secretary Mozammel arrested. jagonews24.com The police arrested Awami League's organising secretary and former lawmaker BM Mozammel Haque in Dhaka on Sunday, October 5. A team of the Detective Branch (DB) of the Dhaka Metropolitan Police (DMP) apprehended him in the capital's Niketan…
(2025-10-05). Primary teachers' salaries should equal univ teachers': Faiz. jagonews24.com The salaries of primary school teachers in the country should be equal to those of university teachers, said University Grants Commission (UGC) Chairman Professor Dr. SMA Faiz.
(2025-10-05). Grupo de solidaridad de Sri Lanka rechaza exclusión de Cuba, Venezuela y Nicaragua en cita regional. radiohc.cu Solidaridad Bolivariana de Sri Lanka instó a permitir participación de Cuba, Venezuela y Nicaragua en la Conferencia de los Estados Americanos que tiene lugar en República Dominicana. | En un comunicado enviado a Prensa Latina, firmado por Jeewantha Jayatissa, su secretario general, el grupo esrilanqués expresó su profunda preocupación por la decisión de República Dominicana de excluir a esas naciones de la referida reunión. | Esta medida, confirmada oficialmente mediante una nota del Ministerio de Relaciones Exteriores de República Dominicana, se alinea con un patrón más amplio de esfuerzos liderados por Estados…
(2025-10-05). Maduro Requests 'Special Support' From Pope Leo To 'Consolidate Peace' In Venezuela. latintimes.com Venezuela's authoritarian President Nicolas Maduro requested "special support" from Pope Leo XIV to "consolidate peace" in the country as the U.S. continues to ramp up pressure on the regime through a military deployment in the Caribbean and strikes on vessels…
(2025-10-05). Czech Election: Babis's Search for Majority Puts Fringe Parties in Driver's Seat. moderndiplomacy.eu The populist ANO party, led by billionaire Andrej Babis, won the recent Czech election with 34.5% of the votes but did not secure a majority. This leaves ANO needing coalition partners to form a government. The party, aligned with Hungary's Viktor Orban and several far-right EU groups, aims to strengthen the populist and anti-immigration bloc …
(2025-10-05). AI and the Human Mind: How Generative Tools Reshape Behaviour, Learning, and Social Connection. moderndiplomacy.eu With the advent of 21st-century technology advancements, the world has been reshaped in a way that extends beyond traditional human capabilities. Among these innovations, machine learning and artificial intelligence (AI) stand out as transformative forces that change how we think, learn, and work. In academia AI tools now provide students and professionals in higher education …
(2025-10-05). 'Completely Unthinkable': Nobel Experts on Trump Getting Peace Prize. ummid.com Experts in Oslo, where the Norwegian Nobel Committee has its office, are of the view that U.S. President Donald Trump has virtually no chance of getting the Nobel Peace Prize.
(2025-10-05). Iranian throwers win two more golds at 2025 New Delhi. tehrantimes.com TEHRAN — Mehran Nikoee Majd and Sadegh Beit Sayah claimed two gold medals at the final day of the 2025 World Para Athletics Championships on Sunday.
(2025-10-05). Maharashtra HSC Exam 2026 Form Last Date Extended. ummid.com The Maharashtra State Board of Secondary and Higher Secondary Education (MSBSHSE) has extended the last date of online form submission for the Class 12th or HSC board exam 2026.
(2025-10-05). Gauteng government schools have 8 596 smart classrooms. sanews.gov.za Gauteng government schools have 8 596 smart classrooms | As part of an initiative to transform classrooms into digital learning spaces with top of the range information communications technology, the Gauteng Department of Education (GDE) has to date introduced a total of 8 596 smart classrooms. | These classrooms are prioritised for township secondary schools and identified primary schools in line with the GDE Information and Communication Technology (ICT) Strategy. | "For years, the GDE has rolled out LED interactive display panels in selected schools to support interactive and collaborative learning. These dev…
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(2025-10-05). Kerala Assembly clears resolution against Voters List Revision. ummid.com Kerala Assembly Monday cleared a resolution against the Election Commission of India (ECI)'s move to carry out voters list revision, popularly known as Special Intensive Revision (SIR), in the state.
(2025-10-05). France probes 'war crimes' as photojournalist killed in Ukraine. newarab.com 
(2025-10-05). World's First Known Butt-Drag Fossil Trace Was Left By A Rock Hyrax In South Africa 126,000 Years Ago. menafn.com (MENAFN – The Conversation) | Rock hyraxes , known in southern Africa more often as dassies , are furry, thickset creatures with short legs and no discernible tails. They spend much of their time …
(2025-10-05). 9 die from dengue in a day; 1,042 more hospitalised. jagonews24.com Nine more deaths were reported from dengue in the last 24 hours, taking the total number of fatalities from the mosquito-borne disease to 212 this year. Of the new deaths, seven were reported in Dhaka South City Corporation (DSCC)…
(2025-10-05). Israel is Rogue State, Established Once Again. ummid.com By attacking ships part of Global Sumud Flotilla and citizens belonging to over 40 countries, Israel has committed aggression under international law against all of them that also crimes under each of these countries' domestic laws, because they apply on those ships.
(2025-10-05). 'UN sanctions not to disrupt Iran-China trade; concerns largely psychological'. tehrantimes.com TEHRAN- Majid-Reza Hariri, the chairman of the Iran-China Joint Chamber of Commerce, commented on the extent to which the UN Security Council sanctions would affect Iran-China relations, and stated: "Given that none of the UN sanctions are trade-related and instead pertain to the nuclear industry and some sectors of the country's missile industries, consequently, they should not impact our normal trade with China."
(2025-10-05). DHS Slams Lawsuit Over Targeted Workplace Immigration Raids: 'Race-Baiting Opportunism'. latintimes.com According to the complaint, agents at construction sites in Alabama targeted workers "who looked Latino" while leaving others on site unchallenged…
(2025-10-05). Nairobi's 'Birdman': Rescuing raptors on the streets of Kenya's capital. aljazeera.com Rodgers Oloo Magutha, who's lived much of his life on the streets, has big dreams of one day opening a bird shelter.
(2025-10-05). 3rd CIS Games: Belarus win eight medals at start of rowing event. eng.belta.by Belarusian athletes won eight medals as the rowing and canoe sprint event commenced at the 3rd CIS Games in Azerbaijan.
(2025-10-05). Venezuela reactivates consular services in Panama. plenglish.com Panama City, Oct 5 (Prensa Latina) The consular section of the Venezuelan Embassy in Panama announced that its services, suspended more than a year ago following the severance of diplomatic relations between the two countries, will be reactivated starting tomorrow, Monday.
(2025-10-05). Why Uganda must marry aviation and tourism for her next leap. independent.co.ug 
COMMENT | DEREK NSEKO | Uganda's aviation sector is quietly experiencing its strongest recovery in decades. Entebbe International Airport recorded over 2.2 million international passengers in 2024, surpassing pre-pandemic levels. Cargo exports of flowers, fish and others are climbing. Uganda Airlines, with its modern fleet of A330neos and CRJ900s, has expanded its network and is now …
(2025-10-05). 20-year-old shot dead in southern Israel, 50-year-old killed in north. haaretz.com Israel Police detectives say the incident near Be'er Sheva is part of an ongoing feud between criminal families…
(2025-10-05). Want to export not just products, but skilled workforce: Uzma. jagonews24.com Bangladesh is looking beyond product exports and setting its sights on sending skilled professionals to Saudi Arabia, said Uzma Chowdhury, Director of the Saudi Arabia—Bangladesh Chamber of Commerce and Industry (SABCCI) and Director of PRAN Agro Limited.
(2025-10-05). Russian air defense shot down 32 Ukrainian drones in the last day. plenglish.com Moscow, Oct 5 (Prensa Latina) The operational systems of air defense shot down 32 Ukrainian attack drones in the European part of the country on the last day, reported today the Ministry of Defense of the Russian Federation.
(2025-10-05). Georgia's ruling party wins local elections. plenglish.com Tbilisi, Oct 5 (Prensa Latina) The ruling Georgian Dream party won 81,6% of the votes in the local elections held on Saturday, the Central Election Committee (CEC) announced after completing the vote count.
(2025-10-05). Is the US Losing the Electric Car Battle? thinktank.pk Electric vehicles are electrifying roads worldwide, but in the US, the charge feels more like a sputter. Global EV sales are on track to hit 21-22 million units—a 25% jump from 2024—with battery electrics and plug-ins claiming over 24% of the market. China leads the pack at 60% share, Europe hovers at 20-35%, yet the …
(2025-10-05). Iran's FM Says Europe Marginalized in Any Future Talks. tn.ai TEHRAN (Tasnim) — Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi said that Europe has weakened its position in future negotiations on Iran's nuclear program, noting that Western excessive demands have undermined the prospects of a balanced diplomatic solution.
(2025-10-05). Tuesday 10/7: It Started Before October 7th. indybay.org 11th St. Overpass, Arcata…
(2025-10-05). Otras diez provincias de Ecuador bajo nuevo estado de excepción. radiohc.cu Otras 10 provincias de Ecuador se encuentran este domingo bajo estado de excepción luego de una nueva declaratoria de esa medida por parte del presidente, Daniel Noboa, en medio del paro nacional impulsado por el movimiento indígena. | El primer mandatario justificó la decisión en la existencia de "grave conmoción interna" en las provincias de Pichincha, Cotopaxi, Tungurahua, Chimborazo, Bolívar, Cañar, Azuay, Orellana, Sucumbíos y Pastaza, que se suman a Imbabura y Carchi, donde ya regía la excepcionalidad. | La declaratoria restringe el derecho a la libertad de reunión que "consiste en limitar la conformación d…
(2025-10-05). No deal nor yet, but Trump has already decided who will shape the Middle East. haaretz.com So far, the mediating countries in the Israel-Hamas negotiations, mainly Egypt and Qatar, have had to exert massive diplomatic pressure on Hamas, while Israel has enjoyed stable support from Trump. But major diplomatic moves by the Arab states deeply eroded the U.S.'s traditional backing of Israel…
(2025-10-05). Syria to select post-Assad parliamentary members in process deemed undemocratic. scmp.com Syria will select members of its first post-Assad parliament on Sunday in a process criticised as undemocratic, with a third of the members appointed by interim leader Ahmed al-Sharaa. | The assembly's formation is set to consolidate the power of Sharaa, whose Islamist forces led a coalition that toppled long-time ruler Bashar al-Assad in December after more than 13 years of civil war and five decades of one-family rule.
(2025-10-05). Kevin Gray: Old Wine in New Bottles. newleftreview.org Though brandishing 'Stop the Steal!' placards, along with US and Israeli flags, nationalist mobilizations in South Korea draw on a different lineage to that of Trump, Bolsonaro or Farage. The latest NLR study of rising new rights locates the RoK's conservative bloc in its history of collaboration with Japanese and American imperialism, now re-gearing against the PRC.
(2025-10-05). Syria begins vote count in parliamentary elections. plenglish.com Damascus, Oct 5 (Prensa Latina) Vote counting began in several Syrian polling stations, while voting hours were extended in other constituencies, in the first parliamentary elections since the overthrow of President Bashar al-Assad at the end of 2024.
(2025-10-05). Parliament approves plan to remove 4 zeros from national currency. tehrantimes.com TEHRAN — Iran's parliament on Sunday approved a bill to remove four zeros from the national currency, the rial, paving the way for a redenomination process in which the "rial" and "Qeran" will become the official currency units.
(2025-10-05). Parents see tragedy, not fault, in Indonesia school collapse. aljazeera.com Rescue teams search for survivors in Indonesia as the boarding school collapse death toll rises to at least 40.
(2025-10-05). World Habitat Day 2025 highlights responding to urban crises. tehrantimes.com TEHRAN — Marked on the first Monday of October each year, World Habitat Day 2025 is focused on addressing urban crises such as climate change, human displacement, inequalities, and sustainable solutions for cities.
(2025-10-05). Remains of 46 Iran-Iraq war martyrs returned home through Shalamcheh border. tehrantimes.com TEHRAN — The remains of 46 martyrs from Iran's eight-year Sacred Defense were brought back to the country on Sunday through the Shalamcheh border crossing in Khuzestan Province, where a large crowd gathered to honor their return.
(2025-10-05). Alabama capital rocked by 'mass shooting' as rival gunmen open fire in crowd. scmp.com Rival gunmen shot at each other in a crowded downtown nightlife district in Alabama's capital city on Saturday night, killing two people and injuring 12 others in a chaotic street scene that left authorities trying to find out who started it, police said. | The dead included a 43-year-old woman, identified by police as Shalanda Williams, and a 17-year-old identified as Jeremiah Morris. Five of the wounded were hospitalised with life-threatening injuries, including a juvenile, Montgomery police…
(2025-10-05). Hong Kong bolsters green finance hub role with new global building certificates. scmp.com The Hong Kong Green Building Council recently started issuing international certificates for buildings overseas, which is expected to enable more international developers to secure local funding for sustainable projects, boosting the city's role as a regional green finance hub. | A non-profit-making body focused on promoting the development of eco-friendly structures, the council has extended its Building Environmental Assessment Method (BEAM) Plus certification programme to foreign markets.
(2025-10-05). Private sector to invest $290m in Iran's rail fleet modernization. tehrantimes.com TEHRAN — Two Iranian companies have signed investment contracts worth 145 trillion rials (about $290 million) to modernize and build railway rolling stock, in a deal signed in the presence of Transport and Urban Development Minister Farzaneh Sadegh and the head of Iran Railways, Jabbar-Ali Zakari.
(2025-10-05). Lebanon's Fadl Shaker surrenders himself to army. newarab.com 
(2025-10-05). Krutoi on agriculture: Reserves are immense. eng.belta.by Agriculture has immense potential for growth, Dmitry Krutoi, Head of the Belarus President Administration, said at the regional Dazhynki 2025 harvest festival and fair in Krichev on 4 October.
(2025-10-05). Remittances hit $2.68b in September. jagonews24.com The expatriate Bangladeshis sent around $2.68 billion or $268.58 crore in remittances in September, the third month of the current fiscal year 2025-26…
(2025-10-05). Real want Man City's Rodri, willing to pay £130m. jagonews24.com Real Madrid are plotting an audacious bid to sign Manchester City's Spanish midfielder Rodri and are willing to pay £130m for the 29-year-old…
(2025-10-05). Dominican immigration evaluates deported Haitian children at clinic. plenglish.com Santo Domingo, Oct 5 (Prensa Latina) The Dominican Republic's General Directorate of Immigration (DGM) has strengthened medical care for illegal Haitian minors at the Haina Immigration Processing Center's clinic prior to their return, the institution reported.
(2025-10-05). The Wahhabi Dilemma: Is Belief in Karamat al-Awliya Shirk? muslimskeptic.com Recently, there has been a lot of great work carried out by the Muslim Skeptic team when it comes to thoroughly exposing the evils of Wahhabism and warning the Muslim ummah against the immense threat they pose to Islam. A great deal of damning evidence has been gathered and presented against the deviant Wahhabi narrative …
(2025-10-05). Important interview this morning on News X World (India). gilbertdoctorow.com This morning, I was interviewed by this leading Indian global broadcaster in sevedal segments. The link to the first segment is provided here below. It is about yesterday's Russian missile and drone attacks on Lviv in Western Ukraine that caused several deaths and much destruction. In the interview I explain why Lviv was spared the …
(2025-10-05). Trump says US hit another boat off Venezuela, hints land operations next. scmp.com US forces hit another vessel allegedly carrying illegal drugs off the coast of Venezuela on Saturday evening, US President Donald Trump said on Sunday, adding that the US would also start looking at drug trafficking occurring on land. | Trump made the comment during a speech at Naval Station Norfolk, next to the Harry S. Truman aircraft carrier. It was not immediately clear if he was referencing a strike announced on Friday by US Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth.
(2025-10-05). Houthis launch a hypersonic missile on Jerusalem. albawaba.com ALBAWABA- Yemen's Houthi movement announced on Sunday that it had launched a hypersonic ballistic missile with multiple warheads toward what it described as a "sensitive Israeli target" in occupied Jerusalem. According to a video statement by General Yahya Saree, the Houthis' military spokesperson, the operation "successfully achieved its objective."pic.twitter.com/NGy5zOZ9q7— ÿߟÑÿπŸÖŸäÿØ Ÿäÿ≠ŸäŸâ ÿ≥ÿ±Ÿäÿπ (@army21yemen) (2025-10-05). Netanyahu apologizes to Qatar over Doha airstrikes. ummid.com Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has apologized to Qatar for the airstrikes on Doha.
(2025-10-05). 2 yrs into failed takeover, Elon Musk announces own Wikipedia. ummid.com Two years after he attempted to takeover Wikipedia, owner of X, formerly Twitter, Elon Musk now announced Grokipedia to rival the popular and free online encyclopaedia.
(2025-10-05). Syrian authorities find mass grave of civilians east of Homs. newarab.com 
The discovery, made on Saturday in the Al-Mukharram area of rural eastern Homs, came after local residents alerted authorities to suspicious burial sites near a former pro-Assad militia-run prison. | Security forces reportedly found more than nine bodies in the area, though the total number of victims is still being determined as excavations continue. | The remains were located near the village of Abu Hakfa, wh…
(2025-10-05). Villa Clara debate sobre implementación de la Ley de transparencia y acceso a la información pública. radiohc.cu 
Próxima a la publicación en la Gaceta Oficial de la República de la Ley de transparencia y acceso a la información pública, directivos del Ministerio de Ciencia, Tecnología y Medio Ambiente debatieron con integrantes de la Comisión de Memoria Histórica en Villa Clara las estrategias para elevar el conocimiento del nuevo cuerpo jurídico, con alta incidencia en la vida del país y el fortalecimiento de la democracia.
(2025-10-05). Grossi claims he did not say in his reports Iran sought arms. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Oct. 05 (MNA) — The Director General of the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) Rafael Grossi says that he did not say Iran was seeking nuclear weapons in his reports to justify military strikes on the country's nuclear sites.
(2025-10-05). Over 280 domestically manufactured, rebuilt rail units added to national fleet. tehrantimes.com TEHRAN — Iran inaugurated 17 rail infrastructure projects and added 283 domestically manufactured and rebuilt rolling stock units to its railway fleet in a ceremony held via video conference with President Masoud Pezeshkian and Transport Minister Farzaneh Sadegh.
(2025-10-05). Takaichi's PM Dream: Anti-Immigration Politics or a Cultural Clash? thinktank.pk In a seismic shift for Japanese politics, Sanae Takaichi clinched the Liberal Democratic Party (LDP) leadership on October 4, 2025, positioning her as the frontrunner to become Japan's first female prime minister when the Diet confirms her in the coming days. The ultra-conservative firebrand, often dubbed Japan's "Iron Lady" for her Thatcher-esque resolve, rode a …
(2025-10-05). 10 strange facts you probably know about Sukkot, the bloodiest holiday. haaretz.com During the time of the First Temple, Sukkot was considered the most important holiday — with the Torah referring to it simply as 'the holiday' and historian Josephus describing it as the 'most holy and important feast'…
(2025-10-05). Partido gobernante en Georgia gana las elecciones locales. radiohc.cu El partido gobernante Sueño Georgiano logró el 81,6 de los votos en las elecciones locales que tuvieron lugar el sábado, anunció hoy el comité electoral Central (CEC) tras completar el escrutinio. | "Sueño Georgiano se impuso en los 64 municipios del país; además, candidatos oficialistas ganaron las alcaldías de varias ciudades, así Kaja Kaladze se aseguró la alcaldía de Tiflis con 214 mil 872 apoyos, o el 71,58 por ciento. El segundo en la capital fue el candidato opositor, Irakli Kupradze, que obtuvo el 12,27 por ciento", informó el CEC. | Los principales partidos de oposición, entre ellos el Movimiento Naciona…
(2025-10-05). Charlie Kirk's Turning Point promotes Christian 'blackshirts' in UK. thecanary.co 
'Turning Point' is the name of the organisation which was formed by the late Charlie Kirk. While the UK branch has never taken off like its parent company, they have drawn attention to themselves from time to time. Most recently, they turned heads by promoting this incredibly strange video on X/Twitter. Activists from the 'King's […] | By
(2025-10-05). Zack Polanski has announced a policy no other political party dares to. thecanary.co Speaking at the Green Party conference, new leader Zack Polanski proposed the legalisation of drugs. His call follows half a century of the 'war on drugs', which has cost the West "more than a trillion dollars" without ever significantly restricting the availability of narcotics. Drug prohibition is costly and ineffective. The only ones who profit […] | By
(2025-10-05). New Iranian Satellite Set for Launch. tn.ai TEHRAN (Tasnim) — Preparations for the upgraded "Dual-View 1" satellite, Iran's first hybrid remote sensing and communications satellite, have been completed, with plans underway to launch it into orbit in coming weeks.
(2025-10-05). Maharashtra Pharmacy Round 1 Allotment 2025 – Direct Link. ummid.com Maharashtra State Common Entrance Test (CET) Cell is set to publish on its official website ph2025.mahacet.org today i.e. Friday October 03, 2025 Provisional Allotment result of CAP Round I for the candidates who have applied for Admission in First Year B Pharmacy and Pharm D courses for the year 2025-26.
(2025-10-05). Turkey's ties with Iran after snapback activation. tehrantimes.com TEHRAN – In an interview with Ali Heydari, an expert on Turkish affairs, Farhikhtegan discussed Ankara's compliance with the sanctions against Iran.
(2025-10-05). The tide is turning, as massive YouTuber goes all in on Israel. thecanary.co 
If you're familiar with YouTube, you've no doubt heard of the commentator MoistCr1tikal (a.k.a. 'penguinz0' or 'Charlie White Jr.'). If you're not familiar with YouTube, that's the sort of names these people have. It doesn't inhibit their popularity, however, with Mr Moist enjoying more than 17 million followers on his channel. Given his popularity, MoistCr1tikal […] | By
(2025-10-05). Gov Newsom says Trump is sending California National Guard troops to Oregon. aljazeera.com The deployment would mark the latest escalation of Donald Trump's use of US federal intervention in Democrat-led cities.
(2025-10-05). Colombian President Petro Calls On Trump To 'Have The U.S. Army Join The Colombian One' To 'Liberate Palestine'. latintimes.com Colombian President Gustavo Petro called Donald Trump to "have the U.S: army join the Colombian one and others around the world to free Palestine," as he ramps up calls for a military intervention on Israel…