aljazeera.com (2025-10-15). LIVE: Gaza death toll from Israeli attacks rises, despite ceasefire
The Israeli army continues sporadic attacks on Palestinians despite ceasefire, our team on the ground reports, as health ministry reports more killed in the last day.
npr.org (2025-10-15). Israel keeps Gaza border crossing closed while reducing aid deliveries Israel for months has restricted shipments of food and medicine to the devastated Palestinian territory. It had pledged as part of the ceasefire to allow in 600 truckloads of humanitarian aid per day — the minimum amount aid organizations say is needed to keep famine from spreading.Comment: Already reneging on the ceasefire agreement (surprised?) Israel now says that it will allow only 300 aid trucks per day and that it will continue to restrict fuel and gas.
theguardian.com (2025-10-15). Judge temporarily blocks firings by Trump administration during shutdown "The evidence suggests that the office of management and budget, OMB, and the office of personnel management, OPM, have taken advantage of the lapse in government spending, in government functioning to assume that all bets are off, that the laws don't apply to them any more, and that they can impose the structures that they like on the government situation that they don't like, and I find, I believe, that the plaintiffs will demonstrate, ultimately, that what's being done here is both illegal and is in excess of authority and is arbitrary and capricious."
pbs.org (2025-10-15). Finding remains of hostages in Gaza will be 'immense challenge,' Mideast analyst saysSo what's concerning now is that the Israelis seem to be acting as if this was a surprise, when in fact we knew that this was going to be an immense challenge. Remember, some 83 percent of structures in the Gaza Strip have been partially or completely destroyed, and there's very little heavy equipment with which to do the searching. | | And the Palestinians made it very clear at that point (in the negotiations) that they're not in possession of all of these remains and that it will take some time.
(2025-10-15). Gaza Will Not Forget, Palestine Will Remember. counterpunch.org 
Gaza will not forget. The suffocating smoke still hangs over her ruins, thick with the acrid stench of explosives powder and dust carrying the scent of betrayal and the mark of courage. Her streets, once filled with children's laughter, became Israeli fields of slaughter. Now they echo with the names and memories of martyrs. The
(2025-10-15). Holocaust survivor Agnes Kory: there's no end to Israel's atrocities for Gaza's children. thecanary.co Holocaust survivor Agnes Kory has told the Metro that she: sees no end to the suffering for children in Gaza, even when they return to their homes under a ceasefire agreement. Holocaust survivor speaks out In August, Kory, 81, who survived the Nazis' attempt to exterminate Hungary's Jews and has spent sixty-five years researching the […] | By
original.antiwar.com (2025-10-15). From Sabra and Shatila to Gaza: The Vicious Cycle of US-Israeli 'Peace' PloysSince the start of the current conflict, the United States has been Israel's staunchest ally, going as far as framing the outright slaughter of Palestinian civilians as Israel's "right to defend itself." This position is defined by the wholesale criminalization of all Palestinians – civilians and combatants, women, children, and men alike.
npr.org (2025-10-15). Israel keeps Gaza border crossing closed while reducing aid deliveries Israel for months has restricted shipments of food and medicine to the devastated Palestinian territory. It had pledged as part of the ceasefire to allow in 600 truckloads of humanitarian aid per day — the minimum amount aid organizations say is needed to keep famine from spreading.Comment: Already reneging on the ceasefire agreement (surprised?) Israel now says that it will allow only 300 aid trucks per day and that it will continue to restrict fuel and gas.
aljazeera.com (2025-10-15). LIVE: Gaza death toll from Israeli attacks rises, despite ceasefire The Israeli army continues sporadic attacks on Palestinians despite ceasefire, our team on the ground reports, as health ministry reports more killed in the last day.
pbs.org (2025-10-15). Finding remains of hostages in Gaza will be 'immense challenge,' Mideast analyst saysSo what's concerning now is that the Israelis seem to be acting as if this was a surprise, when in fact we knew that this was going to be an immense challenge. Remember, some 83 percent of structures in the Gaza Strip have been partially or completely destroyed, and there's very little heavy equipment with which to do the searching. | | And the Palestinians made it very clear at that point (in the negotiations) that they're not in possession of all of these remains and that it will take some time.
(2025-10-15). Trump Knesset speech displays complete US backing of Israel. peoplesdispatch.org US President Donald Trump spoke in the Israeli parliament on October 13 amid the implementation of the Israeli-Hamas ceasefire deal he helped broker — labeling the deal as a "historic dawn for the Middle East." | Trump attempted to position himself not only as a behind-the-scenes mediator, but as a central actor in shaping post-war Gaza and the region as a whole. "Israel, with our help, has won all that they can by force of arms," Trump proclaimed. "Now it's time to translate these victories against terrorists on the battlefield into the ultimate prize of peace and prosperity for the entire Middle East."
(2025-10-15). Thursday 10/16: Power Half Hour for Gaza. indybay.org Zoom | http: //jvp.org/gazaph…
(2025-10-15). Gaza ceasefire a pause, not the end of the war, says Egyptian sociologist. tehrantimes.com TEHRAN- In his exclusive interview with Tehran Times, Egyptian political analyst and professor of political sociology Mohamed Sayed Ahmed offers a sharp evaluation of the Gaza ceasefire after nearly two years of devastating war.
(2025-10-15). Gaza academic, business groups invite Trump to visit the Strip. ummid.com A group of Palestinian academics, businessmen, activists and civic officials have invited U.S. Donald Trump to visit Gaza and witness "firsthand the resilience of Palestinians" amidst destructions of the besieged strip.
(2025-10-15). Trump says 'we will disarm' Hamas, urges return of Gaza bodies. newarab.com 
"They're going to disarm, because they said they…
(2025-10-15). Australia: NSW gallery cancels public discussion with pro-Palestinian curator. wsws.org Hoor Al Qasimi, the artistic director of the 2026 Sydney Biennale and a highly regarded international art curator, is a well-known opponent of the Gaza genocide.
(2025-10-15). Palestinian artist turns woodwork into map of memory and resistance. tribune.com.pk 
Palestinian artist Hamza Arman, 40, has turned his craft into both a personal outlet and a political statement. Arman creates detailed woodwork featuring maps of Palestinian territories to process the emotional toll of the war in Gaza. | Born in Jerusalem and raised partly in the West Bank, Arman's work is deeply tied to his identity and heritage. Arman says this war didn't start 2 years ago on October 7. "We've known this since we've known how to speak. This is something that is part of our life, this is something unfortunately a lot of it is part of the culture," Arman told Reuters. | Inside his garage works…
(2025-10-15). Israel kills two Palestinians, abducts at least 24 others in Gaza today alone. thecanary.co Israel has again blatantly violated the supposed Gaza 'ceasefire' today. Israel violating the ceasefire again It killed two civilians in Gaza City, while abducting at least fifteen Palestinians in Al-Nasr, northeast Rafah, and another nine in the town of Al-Fakhari, east of Khan Younis. The fate of the victims and where they have been taken […] | By
(2025-10-15). Italy: Pro-Palestine activists protest against Israel match. newarab.com 
The Gaza ceasefire deal signed on Monday and a captive and prisoner exchange between Israel and Hamas did nothing to dampen the resolve of around 10,000 protestors who descended on the small city in Italy's far…
(2025-10-15). Israel resumes killing Palestinians in first phase of Trump's "peace plan" wsws.org Seven Palestinians were shot and killed by the Israeli military in Gaza since the phase one of the so-called "peace plan" brokered by the Trump administration was implemented.
(2025-10-15). Israel cuts agreed aid for Gaza over 'slow release' of captives. newarab.com 
Israel will only allow half the COGAT, the Israeli military arm that oversees aid flows into Gaza, also notified the UN that no fuel or gas will be allowed into the enclave except fo…
(2025-10-15). Families of deceased Israeli hostages warn of government neglect, public fatigue. haaretz.com Zamir Chaimi, uncle of Tal Chaimi, whose body is held in Gaza, says Israeli decision-makers have forgotten the families of the deceased hostages. 'Let people have a few days to rejoice, then we'll keep fighting for those who remain,' he says…
(2025-10-15). Trump, El Sisi, Al Thani, Erdogan Sign Gaza Peace Plan: Full Declaration. ummid.com U.S. President Donald Trump, Egyptian President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi, Qatar Emir Tamim bin Hamad Al-Thani and Türkiye President Recep Tayyip Erdoƒüan Monday signed the Gaza Peace Plan 2025 at a glittering ceremony in Sharm el Sheikh.
(2025-10-15). Messages from President Erdoƒüan on Gaza; Statements from Foreign Minister Fidan on Syria; Slogans for àñcalan in the Parliament and the PKK disarmament process. unitedworldint.com Main political events in Türkiye in the last week. Last week's agenda in Türkiye largely revolved around Palestine and Syria. with the disarmament process of PKK was once again under the spotlight. President Recep Tayyip Erdoƒüan made remarks about the ongoing ceasefire process in Gaza. Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan's remarks on developments in Syria stood …
(2025-10-15). Palestine activists fight the Gaza genocide and government suppression in Türkiye. mondoweiss.net 
Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan often highlights his government's support for the Palestinian people, but activists in the country face mounting repression for challenging Türkiye's ongoing diplomatic, trade, and intelligence ties with Israel.
(2025-10-15). Middle East visions face a long road to reality. haaretz.com Despite Trump banking on them to fund Gaza's reconstruction, Saudi Arabia and the UAE did not send their heads of state to the Gaza peace summit. As for the cease-fire plan's International Stabilization Force, its size, members, and duration of deployment are all unsettled questions…
(2025-10-15). Hamas returns bodies of three Israelis as Gaza killings continue. newarab.com 
Israel has identified the bodies of three captives released by The bodies of Tamir Nimrodi, Eitan Levy, and Uriel Baruch were
(2025-10-15). Inside Houthi Rule: Prisons, Propaganda, and Control Through Hunger. moderndiplomacy.eu Once known as a rebel faction in Yemen's long-running civil war, the Iran-backed Houthi movement has become a major regional actor admired by some for its defiance of Israel during the Gaza war, but feared by many Yemenis living under its rule.While international supporters praise the Houthis' "resistance," those inside Yemen describe a system built …
(2025-10-15). Gaza: Two Years of Genocide, Resistance, Ceasefire and Hope. ummid.com Despite serious concerns, many experts remain hopeful that with strong global supervision and accountability, the agreement could become a durable and historic milestone, fostering peace in Gaza and providing the Palestinian people a meaningful path toward securing their fundamental rights.
(2025-10-15). Hamas cracks down on rival clans and militias in Gaza. longwarjournal.org Hamas has embarked on a campaign against opposing militias and clans in the Gaza Strip since the ceasefire with Israel took effect on October 10. Hamas's Arrow Unit has conducted public executions and threatened more against those it has deemed collaborators with Israel.
(2025-10-15). Unexploded bombs pose 'enormous' risks in Gaza, NGO warns. newarab.com 
"The risks are enormous – an estimated 70,000 tons of explosives have been dropped on Gaza" since the start of the war, said Anne-Claire Yaeesh, the organisation's director for the Palestinian territories. | Ha…
(2025-10-15). Video: EU chief spokesperson refuses to say Israel should build Gaza like Russia 'should' Ukraine. thecanary.co A senior European Commission (EC) spokesperson has refused to say that Israel should pay to rebuild Gaza after its two-year campaign of genocide and wholesale destruction — despite the EC saying that Russia should pay to 'rebuild' Ukraine, which has been far less damaged. Asked by Italian journalist Gabriele Rosana, the spokeswoman would only call […] | By
(2025-10-15). Trump's Gaza plan for peace is fake news. Here's what's really going to happen. strategic-culture.su There is not much hope for a long standing peace in the Gaza Strip, Martin Jay writes. | Join us on , , and . | Contact us: | How much h…
(2025-10-15). Israel is still not allowing International Media back into Gaza, despite the Ceasefire. juancole.com By Colleen Murrell, Dublin City University (The Conversation) — The world's media are currently busy recording the tales of released Israeli hostages, freed Palestinian prisoners and their families after a ceasefire came into effect for the war in Gaza. But they are doing so while still being held at a distance from the centre of …
(2025-10-15). "Peace" through genocide: Trump proclaims "historic dawn" for Middle East on the bones of the Palestinians. strategic-culture.su In 98 AD, the historian Tacitus, describing the devastation of Britain by the troops of Imperial Rome, wrote: "They make a desert and call it peace." Nearly 2,000 years later, these bitter words apply to the brutal terms imposed upon the Palestinian population of Gaza by Israel and its imperialist patrons.
(2025-10-15). Israel is still punishing Gaza, with only half of aid going in. thecanary.co The United Nations confirmed that it had received a letter stating that Israel would cut in half the number of aid trucks scheduled to enter Gaza, numbering about 600, which it had promised to allow to pass after the ceasefire. As of Wednesday 15 October, Israel had only allowed 300 aid trucks in. Israel is […] | By
(2025-10-15). The Gaza genocide has shattered the myth of Western morality. newarab.com 
(2025-10-15). Video: ITV described captured Israeli soldier as 'kidnapped from tank'. thecanary.co ITV's Good Morning Britain has described Israeli tank driver Matan Angrest, who was released this week in Gaza as part of the 'ceasefire' deal, as 'kidnapped from a tank during a battle': It seems the term 'prisoner of war' is too much of a stretch for the UK 'mainstream' media — though even that is too […] | By
(2025-10-15). Victory for Gaza and the Axis of Resistance. tehrantimes.com LONDON – It seems this round of war in Gaza has come to an end. Standing firm in position, refusing to be broken, and moving the struggle to a different stage is the measure of victory or defeat for the resistance parties.
(2025-10-15). Trusted media vital in cutting through Gaza crisis misinformation. independentaustralia.net 
(2025-10-15). Palestinians' Fate: Victims of Genocide While Alive, Vastly Uncounted By the Media When They Are Killed. counterpunch.org 
Ben Hubbard, the long-time Middle East correspondent for the New York Times, is known for his high standards. So too is Karen DeYoung, the long-time reporter and foreign affairs editor for the Washington Post. | Yet they, and their editors, share a common, recurring failure by misleading their readers about the serious undercount of Palestinian deaths during the Israeli regime's genocidal destruction of Gaza.
(2025-10-15). Iran condemns Israel's violation of Gaza truce terms. tehrantimes.com TEHRAN —Iran has condemned recent Israeli strikes against Palestinians, calling for a halt to Tel Avi's atrocities.
(2025-10-15). Selected Articles: World Stage Theatre Keeps People Nodding in Comfort and Scared from Reality. "Nobel Peace Prize = War" globalresearch.ca 
By What at times looks, sounds, and appears like a joke, in reality, is not a joke …
(2025-10-15). Hamas begins transfer of deceased hostages, Israel threatens to limit aid due to slow pace. longwarjournal.org Hamas began transferring the bodies of deceased hostages to Israel on October 13. By October 15, it had transferred eight corpses, and Israel had identified seven of them as hostages. Israel said it would not reopen the Rafah crossing to Gaza and would consider limiting aid if all the 28 deceased hostages were not returned in line with a deal agreed to in Egypt on October 8. The IDF warned Gazans not to approach Israeli forces, which continue to control 50 percent of the territory and are deployed in positions dubbed "the Yellow Line."
(2025-10-15). 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?
(2025-10-15). Israel says bodies of Uriel Baruch, Tamir Nimrodi and Eitan Levy identified. haaretz.com The family of Staff Sgt. Nimrodi, who served at an IDF base in southern Israel where he was kidnapped, was notified of his death after two years during which his fate was unknown. According to his family, he was killed in an IDF strike in Gaza. Baruch and Levy were killed on Oct. 7 and their bodies were taken hostage. A fourth body was received; however, the IDF says it does not match any hostage…
(2025-10-15). Talks begin over second phase of Israel-Hamas Gaza cease-fire plan, sources say. haaretz.com While talks are still preliminary, Hamas and Israel are expected to negotiate a host of critical issues in post-war Gaza. The U.S. will likely push for the Palestinian Authority to eventually take over Gaza, a move which Netanyahu has opposed…
(2025-10-15). Gaza: Deal or No Deal? fpif.org All the living hostages held by Hamas returned to Israel this week. The 20 men have been reunited with their ecstatic families. It's extraordinary that they are still alive, more than two years after Hamas and its allies seized them along with around 230 others after the attacks of October 7. They survived two years of captivity, of war, of privation. They survived when other hostages
(2025-10-15). The Rotten Peace of Gaza. If Hamas Does Not Agree, the Killing Will Continue… globalresearch.ca Anyone who believes that the peace agreement in Egypt is about a fair balance of interests for all parties involved will probably be bitterly disappointed.
(2025-10-15). Gaza on the Brink: Aid Curbs and Strikes Jeopardize Trump's Peace Plan. thinktank.pk Just four days into a delicate ceasefire brokered by U.S. President Donald Trump on October 11, 2025, the Israel-Hamas truce teeters on the edge of collapse. Israel's decision to tighten aid restrictions into Gaza, slashing truck entries to 300 daily—half the agreed amount—and keeping the critical Rafah crossing closed has sparked widespread alarm. Coupled with …
(2025-10-15). Worlds Extinguished: Hostage Returns, Central Casting and the Gaza Ceasefire. counterpunch.org 
Depending on which source you consult, the twenty-point peace plan of President Donald Trump for securing peace in Gaza shows much exultance and extravagant omission. The exultance was initially focused on the return of the hostages. It then shifted to the broader strategic goals of the various parties. Commentary on this point, even as the
(2025-10-15). Israel killing civilians despite Gaza truce. tehrantimes.com TEHRAN — The Israeli occupation regime has killed Palestinian civilians in the Gaza Strip despite agreeing to a ceasefire.
(2025-10-15). LIVE: Palestinians in Gaza wait for Israel to fulfill aid promise. aljazeera.com Only handful of aid convoys enter Gaza so far today, our team reports, after Hamas hands over four more captives bodies.
(2025-10-15). Jewish woman has faced "hate campaign" of violent attacks over pro-Gaza protest. thecanary.co 
Nadia Yahlom is a Palestinian-Jewish woman. In a peaceful protest, she cut yellow ribbons off the railings of a public park near her home. As a result, she has faced a "targeted hate campaign" from pro-Israel agitators. Nadia Yahlom As she explained to the BBC: I have been the subject of physical attacks, of a […] | By
(2025-10-15). Red Cross receives remains of Israeli hostages as Gaza handover tensions ease. albawaba.com ALBAWABA- The Israeli military confirmed late Tuesday that the International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) had taken custody of the remains of several Israeli hostages from Gaza, following hours of tense uncertainty over a delayed handover that had threatened to derail the fragile ceasefire deal.Earlier in the day, the Israeli army announced that Red Cross teams were "on their way to the rendezvous point in southern Gaza, where several coffins containing the remains of hostages will be handed over." The transfer, which took place late Tuesday night, followed mediation efforts to ease growing tensions between…
(2025-10-15). Bronx solidarity action honors Gaza's martyrs. workers.org 
On Thursday, October 16, at 6: 30 p.m., a "Vigil for the Martyr Yahya Sinwar (1962-2025) and All Martyrs Against Zionism and U.S.-led Imperialism" will be held at 149th Street. and 3rd Avenue in the Bronx, New York City. This stage of Israel's continuing genocidal war against Palestine has ended in . . . |
(2025-10-15). Friday 10/17: Disrupt the israeli consulate! indybay.org 456 Montgomery St | SF. CA…
(2025-10-15). Trump's Speech at The Knesset. "Complicit in Acts of Genocide" ? (Art IIIe of the 1948 Genocide Convention). globalresearch.ca Trump Called for the lifting of criminal law suits directed against Netanyahu. | "Everybody loves him, He is a Great Guy". | Is President Donald Trump "complicit" in the conduct of war crimes by the State of Israel? | The 1948 Genocide Convention…
(2025-10-15). Starmer appoints genocide apologists to run university campus 'antisemitism training'. thecanary.co 
The Starmer regime has appointed the Union of Jewish Students to run six hundred so-called 'antisemitism training' sessions in UK universities to combat what Education Secretary Bridget Phillipson called the "poison of antisemitism" on UK campuses. The Union of Jewish Students is an explicitly pro-Israel and Israel—funded organisation that runs an 'Israel portal' and has […] | By
(2025-10-15). 'Ex-Israeli' writer urges activists to make copies of genocide info as 'scrubbing' cover-up begins. thecanary.co 
An anti-Zionist Jewish writer has called on activists in the anti-genocide movement to start copying — and saving in multiple locations — online evidence of Israel's genocide after social media giant Meta deleted all posts by Palestinian journalist Saleh al-Jafarawi. Saleh was murdered by an Israel-funded criminal gang last weekend. Archives of his articles were […] | By
theguardian.com (2025-10-15). Judge temporarily blocks firings by Trump administration during shutdown "The evidence suggests that the office of management and budget, OMB, and the office of personnel management, OPM, have taken advantage of the lapse in government spending, in government functioning to assume that all bets are off, that the laws don't apply to them any more, and that they can impose the structures that they like on the government situation that they don't like, and I find, I believe, that the plaintiffs will demonstrate, ultimately, that what's being done here is both illegal and is in excess of authority and is arbitrary and capricious."
(2025-10-15). Pakistan, Afghan Taliban agree to ceasefire after another clash along the border. longwarjournal.org Pakistan and the Afghan Taliban have entered into a ceasefire after accusing each other of another round of deadly fighting along their shared border, this time at the Afghan border crossing at Spin Boldak in Kandahar province. The Afghan Taliban's support for the Movement of the Taliban in Pakistan (TTP) remains the main point of contention between the two otherwise longtime allies.
(2025-10-15). Maharashtra Pharmacy Round 2 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. Monday October 13, 2025 Provisional Allotment result of CAP Round 2 for the candidates who have applied for Admission in First Year B Pharmacy and Pharm D courses for the year 2025-26.
(2025-10-15). Video: Rat goes viral after disrupting Belgium and Wales World Cup qualifier. albawaba.com ALBAWABA – Cardiff City Stadium recently had an unexpected visitor when a rat interrupted a 2026 World Cup qualifying match between Belgium and Wales, giving Real Madrid goalkeeper Thibaut Courtois an unusual challenge.While known as one of the best goalkeepers of this generation, Courtois failed to capture the rat, leading to a temporary halt of the match, as laughter echoed across the stadium. The unusual incident occurred in the second half when Belgium was leading 2-1.The match ended with Belgium as the victor, beating Wales 4-2. However, Belgium, which is competing in Group J, is yet to secure its place in t…
(2025-10-15). Hello, Washington. How are things at home? unitedworldint.com Why Russian Vice-president Medvedev is right when saying that Trump lives in an "alternate reality". By Sergio Rodríguez Gelfenstein Dedicated to the Heroic Guerrilla, Commander Ernesto Che Guevara, on the 58th anniversary of his passing into immortality After reading a recent article by former Russian President Dmitry Medvedev, I was left thinking about a phrase …
(2025-10-15). Kenyan opposition leader Raila Odinga dies of heart attack in India at 80. aljazeera.com The former Kenyan PM had collapsed during a morning walk in southern India, where he was receiving medical treatment.
(2025-10-15). WHYY Newscast for Wednesday 6:00 a.m. whyy.org The latest local headlines from WHYY…
(2025-10-15). Macron's Lecornu stunt backfires in Parliament, France to lose 6th PM in 2 years? | Budget | Paris. hindustantimes.com France's Socialist Party lawmakers welcomed on October 14, Prime Minister Sebastien Lecornu's suspension of the 2023 pensions reform. They will thus not back this week's no-confidence motions against Prime Minister Sebastien Lecornu's minority government. Far-left and far-right opposition parties have introduced no-confidence motions against Lecornu's minority government. But they cannot succeed without support of the opposition Socialist Party, after the conservative Republicans party said it would support the government for now.
(2025-10-15). Security forces kill 37 Khawarij in Mohmand, North Waziristan: sources. gnnhd.tv 
Pakistan Army thwarted an attempt by Afghan Taliban to send a large militant group into Mohmand with help of Khawarij…
(2025-10-15). Mexican girl's view of Yiwu: Business opportunities everywhere. ecns.cn Mexican girl Claudia was amazed when she first arrived in Yiwu—this city offers convenient living infrastructure and endless business opportunities, where you can find almost anything you can imagine. Additionally, she shared some practical tips for foreigners living in China. Want to know her must-know advice? Check out the video to find out!
(2025-10-15). Iraq: New Personal Status Code Makes Women Second Class. hrw.org Click to expand Image | A woman holds a sign protesting women being deprived of their rights in marriage in Tahrir Square, Baghdad, Iraq, August 8, 2024. | © AHMAD AL-RUBAYE/AFP via Getty Images…
(2025-10-15). Ceasefire or a new beginning? tehrantimes.com TEHRAN — The end of the twelve-day war between Iran and Israel brought about a fragile calm across the region, yet beneath the silence lies another reality. What has been described as a "ceasefire" is, in truth, not the end of a confrontation but the beginning of a new, multifaceted struggle.
(2025-10-15). Sindh govt announces holidays on Oct 20, 21. gnnhd.tv 
Exams scheduled on the above dates, will be rescheduled later…
(2025-10-15). Labour inspections yield positive results. sanews.gov.za Labour inspections yield positive results | Over 20 undocumented foreign nationals have been arrested following the Department of Employment and Labour's blitz inspections in KwaZulu-Natal. | In a statement on Wednesday, the department said that the multi-departmental inspections, spearheaded by Deputy Minister Jomo Sibiya, were done in collaboration with the Department of Home Affairs Deputy Minister, Njabulo Nzuza; Public Works and Infrastructure Deputy Minister, Sihle Zikalala; the South African Police Service, the Ilembe District Municipality, and the Indwedwe Local Municipality, led by Mayor Mfeka. | The 25…
(2025-10-15). Unpacked: Intel Core Ultra Series 3 processors alias Panther Lake. ummid.com Hardware giant Intel has unpacked Intel Core Ultra Series 3 Processors which was codenamed Panther Lake and is the company's first AI PC platform built on 18A.
(2025-10-15). Far-right US influencer Candace Owens loses legal fight to enter Australia. aljazeera.com Australian minister cited US influencer's public comments downplaying the Holocaust and making Islamophobic remarks.
(2025-10-15). Devastating Floods in Central Mexico: Race Against Time for Rescue and Relief. devdiscourse.com Catastrophic flooding and landslides in central Mexico have led to widespread devastation and loss of life, particularly in the small village of Chapula. The cause of this disaster was the convergence of two tropical storms that intensified the already heavy rainy season, leaving rivers overflowing and communities isolated.
(2025-10-15). Trump Threatens Spain:'Pay up or Else!', Massive US-NATO Spending on Weapons… U.S. War Department: "One Trillion Dollars for US Defense" globalresearch.ca Just a decade ago, Donald Trump seemed to be a true pacifist. | He was fervently opposed to endless wars and pledged to reduce military spending if elected, And …
(2025-10-15). When Far-Right Voters Learn Wage Inequality Facts, Their Support for Policy Solutions Jumps. inequality.org Conventional wisdom claims that far-right voters are the least supportive of redistribution and the least likely to change their minds when faced with facts about inequality. But my recent study with Lionel Page, Catherine Eckel, Philip Grossman, and Daniel Goldstein suggests otherwise. Drawing on surveys across six high-income countries, we find that most people dramatically …
(2025-10-15). Video: Fans celebrate as Qatar qualifies for World Cup. aljazeera.com Football fans celebrated in Qatar as the country's football team qualified for next year's FIFA World Cup.
(2025-10-15). Cuba and Venezuela Strengthen Support for Mexico in Response to Floods. orinocotribune.com Cuba sends health professionals and Venezuela offers its Simón Bolívar Humanitarian Task Force to support Mexico, where the rains left 64 dead, 65 missing, and more than 100,000 homes affected. | Between Oct. 6 and 9, intense rainfall hit the states of Veracruz, Puebla, Hidalgo, Querétaro and San Luis Potosí, according to Mexico's Civil Protection agency, triggering a crisis that has mobilized solidarity from Latin American nations. | Cuba has taken an active role in the emergency response, deploying a team of health professionals to care for victims—especially in Puebla, where more than 30,000 people have…
(2025-10-15). Smiles Behind the Screen: How China Wins Hearts in the Virtual World. moderndiplomacy.eu In a world where algorithms dictate what most people see, diplomatic activity now reaches far beyond the traditional settings of press conferences and embassy corridors. New media forms viral videos, opinion‚Äëfilled columns, to travel‚Äëblog narratives have become powerful tools for shaping international influence. Today's measure of national power is no longer confined to sheer trade …
(2025-10-15). L.A.'s Most Iconic Horror Movie Houses and Where To Find Them. lataco.com The most iconic movie addresses in scary films are right here in our backyard, perfect for planning your own Halloween tour of horror's greatest film locations.
(2025-10-15). Social Security Admin problems affect HUD's subsidized housing tenants. indybay.org Save Social Security:…
(2025-10-15). Friday 10/17: Virtual Action Hour for Palestine. indybay.org Zoom | afsc.org/events/action-hour-palestine…
(2025-10-15). SATBA to ollaborate with rural councils to build solar power plants in villages. tehrantimes.com TEHRAN — Iran's Renewable Energy and Energy Efficiency Organization (SATBA) has announced plans to supply equipment to rural councils as part of a national initiative to expand renewable energy generation in villages, according to Deputy Energy Minister Mohsen Tarztalab.
(2025-10-15). I Love Muhammad: New Pretext to Orchestrate Communal Violence. ummid.com Such hateful responses to Muslim festivals, as seen lately, add to partition of hearts, polarization of the community and undermine the values of our fraternity, an integral part of the Indian Constitution.
(2025-10-15). Russia Urges Restraint After Madagascar Military Seizes Power. moderndiplomacy.eu Russia on Wednesday expressed concern over Madagascar's escalating political crisis, saying it hoped bloodshed could be avoided after the military took control following weeks of youth-led protests. Demonstrations, which began on September 25 over severe water and electricity shortages, quickly morphed into broader unrest over corruption, poor governance, and a lack of basic services. Colonel …
(2025-10-15). Foreign girl shares her recovery experience in China: You can feel deep love and friendship here. ecns.cn Mexican girl Claudia was deeply touched during her hospital stay in Hangzhou when friends came to visit and even arranged her discharge. Far from home, this warmth moved her emotionally. "In China, friends become like family," Claudia said. "You can feel such deep love and genuine friendship here."
(2025-10-15). Body Count for the American Century. counterpunch.org 
This essay is adapted from "Measuring Violence," the first chapter of John Dower's book, The Violent American Century: War and Terror Since World War Two. +++ On February 17, 1941, almost 10 months before Japan's attack on Pearl Harbor, Life magazine carried a lengthy essay by its publisher, Henry Luce, entitled "The American Century." The son of
(2025-10-15). The Trumpanyahu Administration Is Already Sabotaging The Ceasefire. thealtworld.com 
(2025-10-15). Hungary deny Portugal, Ronaldo early World Cup berth. tribune.com.pk 
Cristiano Ronaldo set a new record for World Cup qualifying goals but Hungary grabbed a late 2-2 draw to stop Portugal from reaching next summer's tournament with two games to spare. | After Attila Szalai netted for the visitors, Ronaldo's first-half brace put Roberto Martinez's side on the verge of qualification for the 2026 World Cup. | However, Dominik Szoboszlai struck in stoppage time to make Portugal wait and boost his nation's hopes of making it to the tournament in the United States, Mexico and Canada. | "We are getting closer to our goal! Let's go, Portugal," said Ronaldo on X after the game. | Martin…
(2025-10-15). Trump threatens to cut 'Democrat' programmes, extends funding to military. aljazeera.com The White House says it will release a list of programmes to axe on Friday after cutting 4,200 positions last week.
(2025-10-15). Mark Clark's Sister Gloria Clark Pens Letter About His Assassination. newsone.com 
Source: aaregistry.org | UPDATE — Wednesday, Oct. 15, 2025, 9: 45 a.m. ET: | On this 59th anniversary of the Black Panther Party, it's important to understand its significance. | The BPP came on the heels of the Civil Rights Movement. While some progress has been made between then and now, we have to do more. | Talking about things like assassinations, racism, and government involvement is a hard pill to swallow. I know. I had to swallow it too. | But it's a topic that has to be examined with a critical eye; otherwise, we risk compromising the very foundation that democracy was built on. | To counteract raci…
(2025-10-15). Who was Raila Odinga. independent.co.ug 
Nairobi, Kenya | THE STAR KENYA | Raila Amollo Odinga was one of Kenya's most influential political figures and has been a central player in the country's political landscape for over four decades. Known for his fiery rhetoric, unwavering opposition stance, and a career marked by both triumphs and controversies, Raila's name is almost synonymous …
(2025-10-15). India's largest software company has forced thousands of employees to quit, unions allege. peoplesdispatch.org Unions accuse TCS, despite recording growth and profit, of using cruel and illegal methods to force thousands of its employees out in complete violation of labor laws.
(2025-10-15). Jordan: 22 hospitalized after gas leak inside a factory in Aqaba. albawaba.com ALBAWABA – Jordan's Public Security Directorate announced that a gas leak was reported inside a factory in Aqaba on Tuesday evening, Roya News reported. The incident resulted in 22 injuries, all of whom were transported to nearby hospitals for treatment.In detail, the Public Security Directorate's media spokesperson stated that a report was received by the operations room about the incident, and specialized ambulance and civil defense teams immediately responded to the site.He added that 22 factory workers were treated, describing most of their injuries as mild to moderate. All are currently receiving treatment a…
(2025-10-15). Mamdani channels growing opposition into the dead end of the Democratic Party. wsws.org Offering a reform program far more modest than those of garden-variety liberals in the 1960s, the Mamdani campaign serves to disarm working people in New York City—and nationally—in the face of the Trump administration's drive to dictatorship.
(2025-10-15). One More Betrayal of the Palestinians. counterpunch.org 
The history of the Palestinians is a history of betrayal. In the wake of World War I, Britain and France redrew the map of the Middle East to suit their own ends. They created countries with artificial borders, which led to unrest and uprisings. They had concluded a secret agreement during the war—the Sykes-Picot agreement—that dashed Palestinian hopes of independence. The following year, the Balfour Declaration called for the establishment of a Jewish homeland in what was then Palestine.
(2025-10-15). Media Standoff: Press Rejects New Pentagon Information Restrictions. devdiscourse.com Over 30 news organizations have refused to sign a new Pentagon policy, citing concerns that it hinders press freedom. The policy introduces new rules on press access, which could lead reporters to be labeled as security risks and have their press badges revoked.
(2025-10-15). US revokes visas for 6 foreigners over Kirk-related speech. newarab.com 
The Trump administration has revoked the visas of six foreigners deemed by US officials to have made derisive comments or made light of the assassination of conservative activist and President Donald Trump supporter
(2025-10-15). Julia Hertà§g: Three Generations of German Working Class Cinema. newleftreview.org Picking up on Emilie Bickerton's identification in NLR 109 of a new genre of films centred on the working class, Julia Hertà§g offers a comparative-historical view of German Arbeiterfilme. Themes and forms tracked from the radical efflorescence of Weimar through the sixties rebellion against the Bonn Republic to the anomic social landscape of…
(2025-10-15). Nowshera: Cop assigned to polio team security martyred in firing. gnnhd.tv 
Upon receiving information, a large contingent of police reached the spot and cordoned off the area…
(2025-10-15). Cultural diplomacy, tourism showcase as Ugandans in China celebrate 63rd Independence anniversary. independent.co.ug 
Beijing, China | THE INDEPENDENT | A Ugandan coffee tasting experience, featuring premium beans grown in the country's highlands plus an exhibition of Ugandan-made products and tourism promotional materials, were among the highlights as the Embassy of the Republic of Uganda in Beijing, in partnership with the Consulate General in Guangzhou, hosted a grand reception to …
(2025-10-15). Sky News swoons over Goldman Sachs, protecting the banking giant from… Rachel Reeves? thecanary.co Sky News has been swooning over Goldman Sachs, as if the banking conglomerate didn't net £10.73bn in 2024. Apparently, chancellor Rachel Reeves must not increase the "financial burden" on a bank making billions in profit. Sky News reported on a meeting between Sachs boss David Soloman and Reeves. The banking surcharge tax was already cut […] | By
(2025-10-15). Executions in Florida and Missouri as 4 days of state-sanctioned killings begin. wsws.org The machinery of the state killing apparatus in the US continues this week, fueled by the accelerating fascistic agenda of the Trump administration.
(2025-10-15). Trumpism and peace through strength. peoplesdispatch.org Donald Trump is striving to leave his doctrine as his legacy to the world, which, as a guiding principle, seeks to reposition the United States as the holder of absolute military power and to disparage multilateralism.
(2025-10-15). Carolyn Lesjak: Writing the Collective. newleftreview.org Carolyn Lesjak on Fredric Jameson, Inventions of a Present. The cultural theorist's literary criticism assembled for the first time, yielding new insights on method.
(2025-10-15). Unlocking Xinjiang Charms | Clouds on the ground: Xinjiang's cotton miracle. ecns.cn The world's cotton looks to China for cotton, and China looks to Xinjiang.
(2025-10-15). Pakistan beat South Africa to begin World Test Championship on high. tribune.com.pk 
Pakistan began their ICC World Test Championship (WTC) 2025—27 campaign on a winning note, defeating defending champions South Africa by 93 runs in the opening Test at the Gaddafi Stadium on Wednesday. | Chasing a target of 277, South Africa were bowled out for 183 in 60.5 overs, as spinners Noman Ali and Sajid Khan, along with pacer Shaheen Afridi, led Pakistan to victory. | The visitors' chase got off to a shaky start when captain Aiden Markram fell early to Noman for just three runs. The left-arm spinner struck again soon after, removing Wiaan Mulder for a duck to leave South Africa reeling at 18-2.
(2025-10-15). 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.
(2025-10-15). Sheffield falls victim to Yorkshire Water's shoddy infrastructure maintenance. thecanary.co Yesterday, 14 October, the city of Sheffield received a first-hand demonstration of the consequences of Yorkshire Water's repeated failures to maintain its infrastructure. A burst pipe in the city centre caused the closure of three major roads, with fountains of water reportedly reaching 6 feet high. The entirety of Yorkshire is currently under a hosepipe […] | By
(2025-10-15). Damaging report shows how Starmer chose Israel over British democratic rights. thecanary.co A new report has set out exactly how Keir Starmer has chosen to elevate Israeli interests at the direct expense of British democratic rights. And, the report also finds that, as a whole, Western democracies have turned counter-terrorism and anti-Semitism narratives against Palestine solidarity activists. And in doing so, the authors say, the UK and […] | By
(2025-10-15). Fifth consecutive year: Pakistani passport among world's weakest once again. gnnhd.tv 
In 2025 ranking, Pakistan placed 102nd out of 106 countries, tied with Yemen and ahead of only Iraq, Syria, and Afghanistan…
(2025-10-15). As data centers upend electric grids, the largest operator in the US is facing down a revolt from state officials. grist.org 
On a quiet road in Valley Forge, Pennsylvania, not far from the field where George Washington's starving soldiers waited out the winter in 1778, sits the headquarters for PJM Interconnection, the largest electrical grid operator in the United States. Inside, operators wage war against inclement weather and power surges, ensuring that electricity is reliably delivered to 65 million customers across 13 states and the District of Columbia. The control board looks like something out of a disaster movie — covering the walls and stretching nearly from floor to ceiling — but, by design, it's a pretty dram…
(2025-10-15). Young US Republicans caught praising Hitler and rape. thecanary.co 
An exposé in Politico has drawn attention to young Republicans making some incredibly unseemly comments: EXCLUSIVE: Thousands of leaked messages show leaders of Young Republican groups joking about gas chambers, slavery and rape in a private Telegram chat. Inside rising GOP leaders' racist chats — obtained by POLITICO and spanning more than 7 monthsüëá t.co/yvz8Jwbrmf — […] | By
(2025-10-15). Energy Crisis amidst Conflict in Ukraine: Kiev Must Prepare for Winter Evacuation Ukrainian MP. globalresearch.ca Apparently, Ukrainian authorities are already beginning to admit their inability to deal with the country's energy problems amid the conflict. As winter approaches, concerns grow about whether Ukraine will be able to withstand the severe weather conditions with scarce energy …
(2025-10-15). Sunday 10/19: Rally to Fight the Eviction of Three Low Income Elders. indybay.org Meet at the northwest corner of Church Street and 24th Street in San Francisco, 94114. (By the J-Muni Stop)…
(2025-10-15). Saturday 11/1: 25th Anniversary Silver Cabaret & Ball. indybay.org Asian Art Museum | 200 Larkin Street…
(2025-10-15). Israel wants to pay US pastors a stipend to spread the word. responsiblestatecraft.org A newly-created firm called Show Faith by Works is embarking on a "geofencing" campaign to target Christian churches and colleges across the American Southwest with pro-Israel advertisements. The pastors and congregations themselves are seemingly unaware of this campaign, and some have concerns with Israel's methods to target Christians.According to the firm's
(2025-10-15). Hezbollah and MS-13 'R Us, Naked On Bikes In Frog Ears. commondreams.org 
Despite court losses, public antipathy, ridicule, a shutdown they ignore, the nascent police state lurches on with its daft apocalyptic narrative of an America in flames. Their victims include brown parents torn from kids, a minister shot, an 87-year-old veteran tackled, a beloved Black school official. Each time, allies plead for "radical empathy." Each time, ICE declines, stonily citing "public safety." Joseph Goebbels: "It would not be impossible to prove with sufficient repetition (that) a square is in fact a circle."In another up-is-down, whitewashing moment, on Monday the regime marked "Columbus Day," t…
(2025-10-15). 46,000 Kaiser Permanente healthcare workers strike across the West Coast. wsws.org The fight at Kaiser reveals the growing militancy of healthcare workers and the need for independent rank-and-file leadership.
(2025-10-15). Security without sovereignty: Australia's quiet slide into digital dependency. independentaustralia.net 
(2025-10-15). AI 'Friends' Are a Big Joke — At Our Expense. otherwords.org This fall, Avi Schiffman, founder of the AI startup Friend.com, Since then, the large white billboards lining New York City's train stations have not only sparked intense conversation, but also vandalism. An online " Messages include "AI is burning the planet down around you,"
(2025-10-15). Former France scrum-half Machenaud suffers knee ligament damage. tribune.com.pk 
Former France international scrum-half Maxime Machenaud insisted Tuesday he would fight to return this season despite suffering torn cruciate ligaments in his right knee and two sprains while playing for Top 14 side Bayonne. | "I was a little hopeful after seeing the images, but the verdict is clear: torn cruciate ligament, grade three medial collateral ligament sprain, and ankle sprain," Machenaud revealed on Instagram. | "My reaction was extreme because I thought it was the end of my career," continued the 38-time France international, whose contract with Bayonne expires next June. | "At 36, I'm definitely n…
(2025-10-15). Farhan Ghani walks free as court accepts police closure report. tribune.com.pk 
The Judicial Magistrate East Karachi has dropped the case against Town Chairman Farhan Ghani, brother of Sindh Minister for Labour, Human Resources and Social Protection, Saeed Ghani, in connection with an alleged assault on government employees. | During the hearing at the Judicial Magistrate East's court, police submitted a C-Class report, requesting the dismissal of the case. The court accepted the police report and ordered that the case against Farhan Ghani and others be dismissed. | Read: Sindh minister's brother booked under ATA in Karachi | The judge noted that the complainant's lawyer also did not obje…
(2025-10-15). Iran too strong for Kuwait at AFC U17 Women's Asian Cup 2026 qualifier. tehrantimes.com TEHRAN- Iran made it two wins out of two after defeating Kuwait 10-0 in their AFC U17 Women's Asian Cup China 2026 Qualifiers Group B tie on Wednesday.
(2025-10-15). Is Anyone Still Talking About Charlie Kirk? What Happened To The Holiday? What Gives? newsone.com 
Source: Win McNamee / Getty | Hey, did y'all know that Oct. 14 We may not have connected this date with a universally-recognized day of remembrance for Floyd, but we hardly need to, because we have
(2025-10-15). Major US news outlets reject new Pentagon press access policy. scmp.com At least 30 news organisations declined to sign a new Pentagon access policy for journalists, warning of the potential for less comprehensive coverage of the world's most powerful military ahead of a Tuesday deadline to accept new restrictions. | The policy requires journalists to acknowledge new rules on press access, including that they could be branded security risks and have their Pentagon press badges revoked if they ask department employees to disclose classified and some types of…
(2025-10-15). Monday 10/13: No Monarchs Monday. indybay.org Location Details: | At the Tesla Dealership, 999 Van Ness (corner of Van Ness and O'Farrell), San Francisco…
(2025-10-15). Palestinian Resistance scores historic victory. workers.org 
Workers World Party salutes the anti-imperialist tenacity, resolve and determination of the Palestinian Resistance, led by the Islamic Resistance Movement — Hamas that signed a ceasefire agreement with Israel on Oct. 9. How long it will last is anyone's guess, but for now, the fact that such a deal took . . . |
(2025-10-15). Rhetoric Orchestra to perform classic masterpieces at Vahdat Hall. tehrantimes.com TEHRAN- Iran's Rhetoric Orchestra, conducted by Reza Marivand, will present a concert featuring works by renowned composers of classical music from around the world at Tehran's Vahdat Hall on Tuesday.
(2025-10-15). Governor Kundi swears in PTI's Sohail Afridi as KP CM. gnnhd.tv 
Footage from event showed large crowds surrounding the governor and newly sworn-in chief minister…
(2025-10-15). Sistema multivalutario, il futuro della finanza globale. strategic-culture.su Non si assiste a un processo lineare di sostituzione del dollaro con un'altra super-moneta, bensਠall'affermazione progressiva di un sistema multivalutario, nel quale diverse monete coesisteranno in un equilibrio più articolato | Segue nostro Cosa abbiamo sul piatto | Lo sviluppo globale verso un mondo multipolare passa anche attraverso la ridefinizione dei criteri e degli standard delle valute con cui avvengono gli scambi commercia…
(2025-10-15). 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.
(2025-10-15). Warfare For Venezuela And Welfare For Argentina. popularresistance.org Venezuela's Bolivarian Revolution has been in the vanguard of the Global South. In contrast, President Javiar Milei's government in Argentina represents the logical, though absurd, consequence of extreme neoliberalism, which he calls "anarcho-capitalism." | Western Hemispheric geopolitics reflect the weakening of US hegemony and an emerging multipolarity, especially with China's entry as a major regional trading partner. US imperialism's response, started well before Trump, has been to weaponize the dollar, impose illegal and crippling economic sanctions, and levy arbitrary tariffs. When these fail, the recourse…
(2025-10-15). The Philippines to resume E-Visa services for Chinese citizens. ecns.cn The Philippine Embassy in China announced on Wednesday that the Philippines will resume its electronic visa (e-visa) program for Chinese citizens starting in November.
(2025-10-15). Uganda Excellence Awards to mark 5th anniversary with inaugural state of address. independent.co.ug 
Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Evolve Group Africa has announced the fifth anniversary of the Uganda Excellence Awards (UMEAs), set for December 11, 2025, at the Kampala Serena Hotel. The milestone edition will feature the inaugural State of Address, a first for the Ugandan industry. Running under the theme "Celebrating Sustainable Excellence," UMEAs @5 will …
(2025-10-15). Tuesday 10/14: Fvck Off, Benioff Presser Outside Dreamforce Keynote Speech. indybay.org Dreamforce Conference | Yerba Buena Center for the Arts | 700 Howard Street…
(2025-10-15). Highland Park Bartender-Muralist Kicking Cancer's Ass With the Help of Her Art and Cocktail Scenes. lataco.com "When I was first diagnosed, I painted myself literally kicking the shit out of cancer," Sol Luongo tells L.A. TACO. "Creating is therapy. It's human. Whether it's making art, crafting cocktails, or creating spaces that feel welcoming—it's all about connection."
(2025-10-15). Turbulent Tides: U.S. and China Bring Trade War to High Seas. devdiscourse.com The escalating trade war between the U.S. and China has now reached the high seas, with both nations introducing new port fees on shipping companies. The latest developments come as China expands its rare earths export controls while the U.S. hints at retaliation with increased tariffs on Chinese products.
(2025-10-15). Indonesian government promotes phony police reform following protests. wsws.org Any measures enacted by the Prabowo administration will be used to strengthen police and military power in preparation for suppressing working-class opposition to capitalism in the country.
(2025-10-15). Deadly Pakistan—Afghanistan border clashes escalate, dozens killed. albawaba.com ALBAWABA- Fierce clashes along the Pakistan—Afghanistan border intensified on Tuesday, marking a second consecutive day of deadly hostilities that have killed dozens and paralyzed cross-border trade. The fighting, the worst since the Taliban's 2021 takeover, erupted near the Torkham and Chaman crossings, fueled by mutual accusations of airspace violations and militant incursions.Pakistan's military reported 23 soldiers killed and 29 wounded since Saturday, claiming that more than 200 Taliban fighters were killed in retaliatory air and artillery strikes on 21 Afghan border posts. In contrast, Taliban spokesm…
(2025-10-15). Heated US-China trade war could put fire in Beijing's belly: scholars. scmp.com With trade tensions between China and the United States reignited less than two weeks before a major political gathering in Beijing, Chinese scholars said the flare-up could provide a common cause for the country to rally behind as policymakers take steps to protect technological development and national security. | "Pressure, whether from internal or external sources, has the potential to foster unity," said Yang Jianwen, a senior economic researcher at the Shanghai Academy of Social Sciences….
(2025-10-15). History of World War II: Singapore Threatened, the Japanese Advance Through British Malaya, 80 Years Ago. globalresearch.ca [Author's note: The article below, first published by GR in February 2022, is relating mainly to Britain's ill-fated attempts to safeguard Malaya from attacks by Japan's military. Astonishing though it may seem, Britain's leader Winston Churchill wasn't aware, until it …
(2025-10-15). Germany refuses to deny report of secret pact with Israel. tehrantimes.com TEHRAN — The German Foreign Ministry and the German embassy in Tehran declined to respond to inquiries regarding a Tehran Times report revealing that Germany signed a secret contract with Israel and deployed troops to the occupied territories during the regime's war against Iran in June.
(2025-10-15). Mass layoffs at the Department of Education target special education. wsws.org Trump has seized on the government shutdown to decimate the vast ecosystem of programs and services that form the backbone of disability rights in America.
(2025-10-15). America – The Hegemon in Rapid Fall. indybay.org Instead of investing, many corporations borrowed cheap money to buy back their own shares of stock. Financial bubbles are created by design. Companies looked better on paper and didn't become stronger. This was all illusionary growth! The biggest asset bubble in history was inflated. This is all clearly explained by Lena Petrova on World Affairs in Context (cf. YouTube).
(2025-10-15). Huey Newton And Bobby Seale Founded The Black Panther Party On This Day In 1966. newsone.com 
(2025-10-15). Norway crushes Israel amid Free Palestine chants. ummid.com Norway defeated Israel amidst a persistent Free Palestine chants in the 2026 World Cup Qualifiers Group I match Saturday.
(2025-10-15). Smart service robots attract buyers at 138th Canton Fair. ecns.cn The 138th edition of the China Import and Export Fair, also known as the Canton Fair, kicked off in Guangzhou on Wednesday. A service robot zone has been set at the fair to show the latest achievements of China in the sector of advanced manufacturing.
(2025-10-15). Morocco to Madagascar, Youth-led Demonstrations Reflect the Crisis in the World Capitalist System. globalresearch.ca In the last remaining monarchy in North Africa, the Kingdom of Morocco, has been hit with mass demonstrations by young people demanding better living conditions including reduced costs for health care and education. | Madagascar, a Southern African state off the …
(2025-10-15). Dubai court delivers major verdict against Indian businessman BR Shetty. geo.tv 
(2025-10-15). ICC World Cup 2025: Pakistan Faces England in a Do-or-Die Battle Today! thinktank.pk The ICC Women's Cricket World Cup 2025 heats up today, October 15, 2025, as the Pakistan women's cricket team takes on a formidable England side at the R. Premadasa Stadium in Colombo. With the match kicking off at 15: 00 local time, Pakistan aims to break their losing streak in a tournament where they've struggled so …
(2025-10-15). How Vermont lost track of millions in FEMA flood recovery funds. grist.org 
On the afternoon of August 21, Jason Gosselin raised the alarm: The flood recovery project he managed was running out of money faster than he had anticipated. One email he sent his colleagues ended with an anxious parenthetical: (calm down, Jason, calm down).
In July 2024, Vermont was hit by 100-year flooding for the second summer in a row. Among the aid that the Federal Emergency Management Agency approved was a $2.9 million grant to hire an 11-person disaster case management team to help victims navigate their FEMA applications, find other available resources, and rebuild their homes. The money wa…
(2025-10-15). North Carolina Lawmakers Announce Redistricting Effort. newsone.com 
Source: Win McNamee / Getty | The Republican redistricting effort has once again expanded, as the North Carolina state legislature announced on Monday that it will begin its own redistricting process. |
(2025-10-15). Watch: Crowd boos as Witkoff mentions Netanyahu at Hostages Square. ummid.com In an embarrassment for the Israeli Prime Minister, crowd booed as United States Special Envoy to the Middle East Steve Witkoff mentioned the name of Benjamin Netanyahu during a speech at Hostages Square Saturday.
(2025-10-15). László Krasznahorkai's Grand Tales of Alienation Speak to Our Times. counterpunch.org 
Awarding the Nobel prize for literature to László Krasznahorkai today, the Swedish Academy commended the author's "compelling and visionary oeuvre that, in the midst of apocalyptic terror, reaffirms the power of art". But in itself their decision is also a commitment to the value of serious and intellectual writing in an age characterised by immediacy,
(2025-10-15). Signs of a new change in Middle East. tehrantimes.com TEHRAN – Shargh devoted its headline to Trump's statements at the Sharm el-Sheikh summit and wrote: Trump said in his statements that he would like to lift sanctions on Iran when Tehran is ready to talk.
(2025-10-15). Rebuilding Hope in a Time of Darkness. otherwords.org President Trump recently followed through on his threat to use the federal government shutdown as an occasion to Shutdowns are temporary, yet the effects of this one seem likely to be permanent. It's a kind of limbo, a foretaste of the old government being phased out, but with little clue what might replace it. | Such things have happened before in history. | While imprisoned in 1930 for opposing Mussolini's fascism, the Italian…
(2025-10-15). Erasing History: How Fascists Rewrite the Past to Control the Future. indybay.org Today you write, "Fascism is not a historical artifact, but a reoccurring political logic, one that depends on mythologizing a lost past, stoking a sense of victimhood, and building a hierarchy of purity."
(2025-10-15). Spotted: Cha 1107-7626, young rogue planet larger than Jupiter. ummid.com Astronomers have claimed to have spotted Cha 1107-7626, a young rogue planet, which is 5 to 10 times more massive than Jupiter, our solar system's largest planet.
(2025-10-15). Maharashtra SSC, HSC 2026 Exam Dates Out, Time Table Soon. ummid.com The Maharashtra State Board of Secondary and Higher Secondary Education (MSBSHSE) has confirmed the dates of Class 10 (SSC) and Class 12 (HSC) board exams 2026, and is set to release detailed time table soon.
(2025-10-15). Protesters in Italy demand Israel boycott before World Cup qualifier. aljazeera.com Italy beat Israel 3-0 in the World Cup qualifier as protests and heavy security surrounded the match in Udine.
(2025-10-15). Trump Knesset Speech Displays Complete U.S. Backing Of Israel. progressivehub.net NATALIA MARQUES | PEOPLES DISPATCH…
(2025-10-15). The 9,100 Palestinians left behind in Israeli prisons after the 'peace' deal. mondoweiss.net 
As world leaders celebrate the release of Israeli captives, over 9,000 Palestinian prisoners still face torture, hunger, and isolation behind bars. Half of them are held by Israel without charge or trial.
(2025-10-15). Europe's "Drone Wall" Dream Faces Political Turbulence and Technical Limits as Russian Threat Grows. moderndiplomacy.eu Calls for a "drone wall" across Europe gained momentum last month after around 20 Russian drones breached Polish airspace, sparking alarm across the continent. European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen quickly endorsed the idea, envisioning a unified defense system to safeguard the EU's eastern borders from future drone incursions. However, as discussions progress in …
(2025-10-15). Six killed in fifth US airstrike in the Caribbean as Trump doubles down on "narcoterrorist" narrative. peoplesdispatch.org Despite a declassified US intelligence report finding no link between Venezuela's government and the Tren de Aragua gang, Trump's campaign of airstrikes in the Caribbean has killed 27 people thus far…
(2025-10-15). When Maria Corina Machado Wins the Nobel Peace Prize, "Peace" Has Lost Its Meaning. counterpunch.org 
When I saw the headline Maria Corina Machado wins the Peace Prize, I almost laughed at the absurdity. But I didn't, because there's nothing funny about rewarding someone whose politics have brought so much suffering. Anyone who knows what she stands for knows there's nothing remotely peaceful about her politics. If this is what counts
(2025-10-15). Yemen: Release Human Rights Lawyer Abdulmajeed Sabra. fidh.org The undersigned non-governmental organisations call on the Houthi de facto authorities in Yemen, Ansar Allah, to immediately and unconditionally release the prominent human rights lawyer Abdulmajeed Sabra from arbitrary detention.
14 October 2025. A family member reported that, on 25 September 2025, a group of Houthi armed forces and armed men in civilian clothing arrested Abdulmajeed Sabra after they stormed his office in the Shamila area of the capital, Sana'a, and took him to an (…) | – |
(2025-10-15). Sunday 10/26: Panel Discussion: What Everyone Should Know about Resisting State Repression. indybay.org First Unitarian Church of Oakland•685 14th St., Oakland, CA 94612 US…
(2025-10-15). Condolences for former Kenyan Prime Minister. sanews.gov.za Condolences for former Kenyan Prime Minister | President Cyril Ramaphosa on Wednesday extended his condolences to the government and people of Kenya following the passing of former Prime Minister Raila Odinga. ⚪ "The nation of Kenya and our continent have lost a patriotic and selfless leader whom I knew and worked with as a friend and brother," said President Ramaphosa. ⚪ The former Prime Minister who led the East African nation from 2008 to 2013, passed away at the age of 80 in India, where he was receiving medical treatment. ⚪ The Presidency said President Ramaphosa's thoughts and prayers are with the Oding…
(2025-10-15). Dezpart Pomegranate Festival to boost local tourism. tehrantimes.com TEHRAN ⚪ The third Pomegranate Festival of Dezpart county in Khuzestan province will be held on Thursday, in Tang-e Qaf (Qaf Strait) tourist area, to introduce the agricultural potential, especially the high-quality pomegranate product of the region, as well as showcasing the local culture and customs.
(2025-10-15). Sunday 10/12: Paco Morales and the one-stop defeat of Trump. indybay.org in-person at Hoover Park in mid-town Palo Alto…
(2025-10-15). Punjab Police detain over 2,500 in crackdown against religious party. gnnhd.tv 
Police crackdown against religious group continues across Punjab, including Lahore…
(2025-10-15). Made in China is changing: Toward smarter, stronger manufacturing. ecns.cn The label "Made in China" is quietly changing. In the past, it relied on hands; today, it relies on its "core." What is this powerful "core" that gives Chinese manufacturing its soul? And how is "Made in China" advancing through innovation and opening up new frontiers?
(2025-10-15). Why western sanctions have failed and become self-defeating. strategic-culture.su Sanctions will not stop the war. And the longer they go on, more Ukrainians will die. | Join us on , , and . | Contact us: | I recently…
(2025-10-15). Sudan: Drone strikes target army bases in Khartoum. albawaba.com ALBAWABA – AFP reported that a series of drone attacks was reported in the Sudanese capital, Khartoum, and it continued for multiple hours on Wednesday, according to eyewitnesses and an army source.A military official told AFP that the army had destroyed "most of the drones," which targeted army bases in the capital's northwest.In addition, people in Omdurman confirmed that several drones were spotted over the city and heard "loud explosions coming from the north" through the night on Wednesday.
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(2025-10-15). Israel is lying over Hamas breaching the ceasefire agreement by not returning dead hostages. thecanary.co 
In a shock to nobody, Israel is trying to blow up it's own ceasefire on the most tenuous basic imaginable — by, as usual, lying. Renowned investigative reporter Jeremy Scahill has warned that Israel is reneging on the peace terms it agreed. Israel is lying again Scahill said despite a clear understanding that it would […] | By
(2025-10-15). Morocco: Protests Met with Repression, Violence. hrw.org Click to expand Image | Security forces use water cannons to disperse youth protesters calling for healthcare and education reforms, in Salé, Morocco, October 1, 2025. | © 2025 Mosa'ab Elshamy/AP Photo…
(2025-10-15). China's "Production-First" Gamble: Why Beijing Won't Blink in Its Economic War with America. moderndiplomacy.eu As China's Communist Party prepares for its October plenum, the world's second-largest economy stands at a crossroads one that's both economic and geopolitical. The upcoming five-year plan (2026—2030) will set the direction of China's growth, balancing two decades-old but increasingly incompatible goals: expanding industrial strength and boosting household consumption. Under President Xi Jinping's vision, this …
(2025-10-15). India's Himalayan villages slowly reviving decades after conflict. aljazeera.com People return to Himalayan villages each summer, despite their decline after the 1962 India-China border closure.
(2025-10-15). Lebanon between Israeli aggression and international pressure. tehrantimes.com BEIRUT — Over the past few months, Lebanon has witnessed repeated Israeli air raids targeting economic infrastructure in the South and Bekaa, including bulldozers and excavators.
(2025-10-15). When Malegaon rolled out red carpet for Dr. Abdullah Omar Naseef. ummid.com Former Chief of Muslim World League, President of King Abdulaziz University and the brain behind a number of key projects and initiatives, including the exemplary Hajj crowd management system, Dr. Abdullah Omar Naseef breathed his last aged 86 in Jeddah on Sunday October 12, 2025.
(2025-10-15). Jonathan Ree: The Analytic Ideology. newleftreview.org Jonathan Rée on Christoph Schuringa, A Social History of Analytic Philosophy. Critique of the ideological function of Anglo-American philosophy's hegemonic style.
(2025-10-15). Restrictions on Russian Diplomats in EU Violates Vienna Convention. globalresearch.ca The European Union's intention to restrict the movements of Russian diplomats, allegedly for espionage and sabotage, is an act of pressure on Russia and a violation of the Vienna Convention on Diplomatic Relations. | The EU participates in the Vienna Convention …
(2025-10-15). Donald Trump as Our Mad Emperor of the Bubble. globalresearch.ca The Chinese had suddenly imposed an unprecedented new wave of licensing requirements on the import and use of the rare earths…
(2025-10-15). Pakistan accepts Afghan Taliban regime's request for 48-hour ceasefire. tribune.com.pk 
Ministry of Foreign Affairs has announced that Pakistan and the Afghan Taliban regime have agreed to a temporary ceasefire for 48 hours, starting today at 6 p.m. after fresh clashes erupted last night along Pak- Afghan border with Pakistan Army responded swiftly, killing terrorists and forcing the rest to retreat, said security sources. | According to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, the decision was made at the Taliban's request and with the mutual consent of both sides. During the ceasefire, both parties will engage in constructive dialogue to make a sincere effort to find a positive solution to a complex bu…
(2025-10-15). German Energy Expert Warns of Germany's Energy Supply Madness…Energy Security on the Line. wattsupwiththat.com German energy policy, driven by the "green paladins" in the federal agencies, is steering German industry towards collapse and private households towards a cost explosion. Those who produce in Germany are already being called "insane" on the capital market.
(2025-10-15). Australia going into Ashes with 'worst team' since 2010: England great Broad. tribune.com.pk 
England bowling great Stuart Broad says Australia have their "worst" team since 2010 as a war of words intensifies ahead of the Ashes series. | The retired paceman was responding to the prediction of former Australia batter David Warner that the visitors would lose the five-match Test series, which starts next month, 4-0. | England, now led by all-rounder Ben Stokes, have not won the Ashes in Australia since 2010/11, when Broad was part of a squad that triumphed 3-1. | Since then they have a shocking record Down Under, losing 13 and drawing two of their Tests against their oldest rivals. | "It's very, very dif…
(2025-10-15). 'They think you're nothing': Housing advocates say Wilmington homeless face limited shelter beds, police sweeps. whyy.org What are journalists missing from the state of Delaware? What would you most like WHYY News to cover? Wilmington resident Debbie Pyle has been living without a home since 2019. Tears stream down her face as she describes her daily reality. | "There's nothing good about being homeless, nothing, because you're looked down on," she said. "They think you're nothing, you're a piece of crap." | Wilmington Mayor John Carney vowed to make addressing homelessness a priority in his first year in office. But housing advocates say recommendations recently issued by a city task force don…
(2025-10-15). Xi's proposals draw broad acclaim. ecns.cn President Xi Jinping's keynote speech at the opening ceremony of the Global Leaders' Meeting on Women has drawn widespread acclaim from foreign participants and overseas experts, who welcomed his proposals as a pivotal step toward accelerating gender equality and women's empowerment worldwide.
(2025-10-15). The Salacious Spectacle Around Trey Reed's Autopsy Proves The Lynching-Era Gaze Never Ended. newsone.com 
Source: Alexis Reed / Alexis Reed | It's been weeks, and still we wait. | There's been no definitive verdict. No full release of the second autopsy. No comforting words from authorities that calm the ache. | What we have instead is a feeding frenzy of rumor, mistrust, and hysteria. And all of it has come at the expense of a grieving family. Blac…
(2025-10-15). President reflects on the Public Protector's 30 years of existence. sanews.gov.za President reflects on the Public Protector's 30 years of existence | As the office of the Public Protector South Africa (PPSA) marks 30 years, President Cyril Ramaphosa has highlighted its significant role in safeguarding South Africa's vision of equality, unity, democracy, prosperity and freedom. ⚪ Addressing a dinner to celebrate the anniversary of the Office of the Public Protector on Tuesday, the President compared public institutions to guardians who protect citizens when they are failed by public officials. ⚪ "We know that failings can occur. Power can be misused and abused. Public institutions and public…
(2025-10-15). OPEC Chief Calls for More Oil Investment Amid Energy Transition Debate. moderndiplomacy.eu OPEC Secretary General Haitham Al Ghais said on Wednesday that the world needs to invest more in oil and gas to meet rising energy demand, predicting that oil will still make up around 30% of the global energy mix by 2050. Speaking at the Russian Energy Week conference in Moscow, he noted that global energy …
(2025-10-15). Aaron Benanav: Beyond Capitalism—2. newleftreview.org Following his analytic survey of socialist economic theory and practice in the last number of NLR, Aaron Benanav sets out a design for institutions that could structure an economic democracy beyond capital accumulation and waged labour. A novel dual-currency system, elected investment boards, worker self-management and trans-sectoral coordination, responsive to the broadest social goals.
(2025-10-15). 'New Normal': Is Pakistan trying to set new red lines with Afghan Taliban? aljazeera.com Amid growing clashes with the Taliban, Pakistan's moves ironically mirror an approach it has decried in the past.
(2025-10-15). Cristiano Ronaldo 2nd Richest Footballer, Who is First? ummid.com Bloomberg has just estimated Cristiano Ronaldo's net worth, which makes him the first billionaire footballer, however, the Portuguese Star is second on the list of the richest soccer players.
(2025-10-15). October 13, 2025: The Day of Netanyahu's Defeat. ummid.com Today marked the defeat of Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu as Hamas led Resistance Groups released the hostages and captives in exchange of Palestinian prisoners.
(2025-10-15). Defamation charges filed against those who exposed the billion-dollar scam network in Thailand and Cambodia. globalvoices.org 
(2025-10-15). India's American Dream in Tatters. counterpunch.org 
The last couple of months have exposed the humiliating realities of the subordinate alliance that India has been gradually sliding into with the U.S. over the last three decades. The imposition of 50 percent tariffs on Indian exports to the U.S., calls on the European Union to impose 100 percent tariffs on India, the revocation
(2025-10-15). Options in hand as Microsoft Windows 10 support ends on Oct 14. ummid.com As announced earlier, Microsoft is ending its support to Windows 10, and users are asked to upgrade to Windows 11 but they also have other options.
(2025-10-15). Reform UK mayor pulled up for 'hypocritical' attack on solar farms. thecanary.co 
Reform's Andrea Jenkyns has launched an attack on the UK's latest 'solar project': Another stitch-up, a nearly 3500 acre solar farm in Lincolnshire has just been signed off by Milliband to be near Gainsborough/Glentworth. What about food security. Farmland should be for Food. t.co/JssTxX8VGy pic.twitter.com/SzZ9IODwab — Dame Andrea Jenkyns DBE üá¨üáß (@andreajenkyns) October 14, 2025 […] | By
(2025-10-15). Julian Stallabrass: Arts of Distraction. newleftreview.org Julian Stallabrass on Claire Bishop, Disordered Attention. Case studies limning a contemporary artworld in which viewing is reconfigured by digital distractions.
(2025-10-15). Army Secretary: Love the killer drone or be left behind. responsiblestatecraft.org Army Secretary Dan Driscoll's opening remarks at this year's United States Army (AUSA) Annual Meeting & Exposition — that drones will "absolutely dominate warfare in the twenty-first century" — set the tone for a conference swarming with them.Describing them as cheap, yet cutting-edge warfighting tools, Driscoll sold drones as a fundamental shift in how wars will be fought — and thus an essential asset to the Army of the future."If small arms defined the twentieth century, drones will define the twenty-first. They are the perfect convergence of artificial intelligence, advanced materials, ba…
(2025-10-15). A cup of chai or the blood of your brothers? tribune.com.pk 
In the words of Indian Air Force pilot Abhinandan Varthaman, arrested by Islamabad after foiled Balakot strikes in 2019, the tea in Pakistan is "fantastic". | The act of serving tea to even those we consider our enemies in hospitality sheds light on how important chai is to Pakistani people. The per capita consumption of tea in the country was estimated at 1.2 kilograms annually in 2023, making Pakistan one of the highest tea-consuming countries globally. | Many refer to tea as Pakistan's national drink, but most of the chai consumed in Pakistan is not grown here. In 2023, Pakistan imported $611 million worth…
(2025-10-15). Police break up pro-Palestine protests during Italy-Israel qualifier. aljazeera.com Riot police used tear gas and water cannons to break up pro-Palestinian protests at Israel's World Cup qualifier against…
(2025-10-15). COP30: A Decade After Paris, Can the World Deliver on Climate Promises? thinktank.pk As the world edges closer to irreversible climate tipping points, all eyes turn to Belém, Brazil, where the United Nations' COP30 climate summit kicks off on November 10, 2025. Nestled at the gateway to the Amazon rainforest—one of Earth's most vital carbon sinks—this gathering marks a poignant milestone: exactly 10 years since the landmark Paris …
(2025-10-15). Cristiano Ronaldo was asked about retirement. His response. ummid.com Portuguese star footballer Cristiano Ronaldo once again refuted the reports calling them rumors that succumbing to family pressure he has decided to retire.
(2025-10-15). Gold prices hit new record high, cross Rs440,000 mark. tribune.com.pk 
The upward trend in gold prices continues, with rates reaching historic highs both internationally and in Pakistan's local markets. | On Wednesday, the international bullion market witnessed a sharp surge, as the price of gold jumped by $58 per ounce, reaching an all-time high of $4,198. | In response to the global spike, domestic gold prices in Pakistan also soared. According to local jewellers, the price of 24-karat gold per tola rose by Rs5,800, hitting a record level of Rs440,900. | Read: Gold prices rally in global, Pakistani markets | Similarly, the price of 10 grams of 24-karat gold increased by Rs4,972…
(2025-10-15). Corruption takes center stage as two top cops end life in Haryana. ummid.com Corruption in the Indian system took centre stage again on Tuesday after suicides of two high ranking police officials in Haryana in a span of 7 days.
(2025-10-15). Kiplimo quits track races. independent.co.ug 
KAMPALA, UGANDA | Xinhua | Uganda's star runner Jacob Kiplimo has said to quit the track and field races. Fresh from winning the 2025 Bank of America Chicago Marathon, Kiplimo told Xinhua in an interview Tuesday that he ran the track and field races for a long time, and it is now time to concentrate …
(2025-10-15). Food delivery platforms to abolish late-delivery fines. ecns.cn In a significant shift toward improved labor conditions, food delivery platforms Eleme and Meituan are set to abolish financial penalties for delayed deliveries, moving from a punitive model to a positive incentive-based management approach, Jiemian News reported on Tuesday.
(2025-10-15). Five Iranian films to attend 38th International Documentary Film Festival Amsterdam. tehrantimes.com TEHRAN – Five films from Iran will participate in the 38th International Documentary Film Festival Amsterdam (IDFA), which is set to be held from November 13 to 23 in the Netherlands.
(2025-10-15). NJ Media Complicitly Silent On NSPM7 Plans to Classify NJ Citizens Residents as Domestic Terrorist Based Upon Beliefs (and Kill Us!). fightbackbetter.com FightBackBetter routinely communicates with 100s of reporters and editors through e-mails with newsworthy information and links to FightBackBetter articles. I…
(2025-10-15). Aleema Khan contests ATC indictment in May 9 case. tribune.com.pk 
An anti-terrorism court (ATC) in Rawalpindi formally pressed charges against Aleema Khan and 10 others accused in a case pertaining to May 9 protests. | Aleema, incarcerated Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) founder Imran Khan's sister, refused to sign the charge sheet and insisted the court await ruling on her plea challenging the ATC's jurisdiction to hear the case. | Aleema's counsel has challenged ATC's jurisdiction under Section 23 of the Anti-Terrorism Act 1997. | Section 23 of the ATA gives the ATC power to transfer cases to regular courts if it is of the opinion that the offence is not a scheduled offence…
(2025-10-15). US revokes six visas over Charlie Kirk death amid social media crackdown. aljazeera.com The State Department says the US has 'no obligation to host foreigners who wish death on Americans'.
(2025-10-15). Pak Army foils Afghan Taliban, Fitna al-Khawarij attacks in Chaman, 20 Taliban killed. gnnhd.tv 
After befitting reply by Pakistan Army, there is currently silence in the Kurram sector…
(2025-10-15). World Stage Theatre Keeps People Nodding in Comfort and Scared from Reality. "Nobel Peace Prize = War" globalresearch.ca Have you ever had the impression you are living in a world stage theatre of clowns and jokers, who make you laugh and cry?
(2025-10-15). "Cultural exchange is Pakistan's soft diplomacy," says Ahmad Shah as Arts Council Karachi prepares for the World Cultural Festival. tribune.com.pk 
The Arts Council of Pakistan Karachi has announced the return of the World Culture Festival, a 40-day international event that will turn the city into a hub for art, dialogue, and diplomacy. Running from October 30 to December 7, the festival will bring together artists from 141 countries under the theme Global Connectivity for Peace and Environment. | "It is a great honor for us that artists from such diverse countries, such as Asia, Africa, North and South America have confirmed their participation," said Ahmed Shah, President of the Arts Council. | He explained that the event's vision was shaped by the cris…
(2025-10-15). BREAKING: Trump puts two B-52H strategic bombers in Venezuelan airspace. thecanary.co 
The US has put at least two B-52H Stratofortress strategic bombers into Venezuela's airspace on Wednesday 15 October, as the Trump regime's plan to steal Venezuela's huge oil reserves ramps up. The US 'extrajudicial murder' attack on a fourth civilian fishing boat so far on Monday killed all 6 people on board. Trump now deploying […] | By
(2025-10-15). Cristiano Ronaldo highest goal scorer in World Cup Qualifiers. ummid.com Hitting two goals playing against Hungary, Portuguese star footballer and Al Nassr captain, Cristiano Ronaldo, is now the top goal scorer in the World Cup Qualifiers.
(2025-10-15). There is a fierce urgency of now to act on climate in America, Ukraine, and the world. indybay.org We must invest more in clean energy, not less in communities that need it the most. The climate crisis is a crisis we all must face. It's a threat multiplier. When I served in the military and as a state senator, I took an oath to uphold the Constitution from threats foreign and domestic. The climate crisis is a threat abroad and at home. I continue, along with other fellow veterans, to abide by our oath. | For, we face a fierce urgency to act of now to mitigate the climate crisis.
(2025-10-15). US media outlets reject Pentagon's new policy. gnnhd.tv 
Department has set Tuesday deadline for organizations to agree to it or turn in their Pentagon press badges…
(2025-10-15). Xizang's autumn harvest nearly complete despite rainfall. ecns.cn Tibetan farmers harvest highland barley in a village of Lhundrub county, Xizang autonomous region.Modern harvesters have been increasingly adopted to improve grain output in rural farming areas of the Xizang autonomous region. [Photo by Palden Nyima/chinadaily.com.cn]…
(2025-10-15). Pezshkian enacts comprehensive law to regulate civilian drone operations. tehrantimes.com TEHRAN — Iran has introduced a sweeping new law regulating the production, registration, and operation of civilian drones, aiming to establish greater security oversight and legal accountability over their use nationwide.
(2025-10-15). Commission over Clock-in: Why insurance agents are winning in Uganda's Economy. independent.co.ug 
COMMENT | EDGAR ASIIMWE | In Uganda, the side hustle is more than a trend; it's a way of life. From selling handmade crafts to running online businesses, many Ugandans juggle multiple income streams to meet their financial goals. This entrepreneurial spirit has created fertile ground for careers that reward effort over hours, and …
(2025-10-15). Transgender rights under fire — activist Barfi shot, others attacked across K-P. tribune.com.pk 
Transgender activist Barfi was brutally shot in the leg at Ghanta Ghar, Peshawar, and is now fighting for her life — a harrowing symbol of the growing fear faced by transgender persons across Khyber-Pakhtunkhwa (K-P). Recent months have also seen assaults on activist Chahat, the murder of Maria, and the fatal shooting of Alisha in Mardan, highlighting a disturbing surge in targeted attacks. | At a press conference at the Peshawar Press Club, Transgender Community Organisation President Farzana Riaz and Vice President Mahigul accused police of carrying out illegal evictions while failing to act against ex…
(2025-10-15). President, Field Marshal discuss internal, external security situation. gnnhd.tv 
Asif Ali Zardari lauds Pakistan Army's strength, vigilance…
(2025-10-15). Trump pledges $20B to Argentina, threatens to cut aid if country votes left. peoplesdispatch.org The Milei-Trump meeting secured a USD 20 billion financial bailout for Argentina's unstable economy. Trump made future aid conditional on Milei winning the upcoming elections.
(2025-10-15). Organización de Cuba denuncia exclusión de países soberanos de Cumbre de las Américas. radiohc.cu El Secretariado Nacional de los Comités de Defensa de la Revolución (CDR) manifestó este martes su más enérgica denuncia ante la injusta y excluyente decisión de dejar fuera a Cuba, Venezuela y Nicaragua de la próxima Cumbre de las Américas, en República Dominicana. | En el comunicado, la organización calificó dicha exclusión como una clara violación de los principios de soberanía, igualdad y respeto mutuo que deben regir las relaciones entre los pueblos del continente. | Subrayó que esta medida tiene un trasfondo político injerencista y constituye un acto discriminatorio, destinado a deslegitimar a países sobera…
(2025-10-15). New volume of Xi Jinping's governance works debuts in Frankfurt. independent.co.ug 
FRANKFURT | Xinhua | A promotional event for the English edition of the fifth volume of "Xi Jinping: The Governance of China" was held here on Tuesday. The volume contains 91 of Xi's works under 18 topics covering the period from May 27, 2022 to Dec. 20, 2024, including reports, speeches, talks, addresses, articles and …
(2025-10-15). Tehran ready to cooperate with NAM states to advance shared ideals: Araghchi. tehrantimes.com TEHRAN — Speaking at the 19th Midterm Ministerial Meeting of the Non-Aligned Movement (NAM) in Kampala, Uganda, Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi reaffirmed Iran's readiness to cooperate with all member states in advancing the Movement's noble principles, emphasizing solidarity, multilateralism, and resistance to unilateralism.
(2025-10-15). Trump Posthumously Awards Presidential Medal Of Freedom To Charlie Kirk. Here's Why No One Should Care. newsone.com 
Source: Alex Wong / Getty | On Tuesday, President Donald Trump posthumously awarded the Presidential Medal of Freedom to the MAGA world's slain sweetheart, Charlie Kirk. | Now, we can get angry at such an honor being bestowed on a bigot who dedicated his platform to anti-Black fearmongering and exemplifying the expression, "There's no hate like Christian love." We can be outraged over a racist giving another racist an award that should go to people who are, at the very least, not racist. We can get mad at this white nationalist circle jerk masquerading as an honoring of the virtuous. | Or we can all just ackno…
(2025-10-15). Peninsula Open Space Trust Acquires 668 Acres Within Upper Pajaro River Valley. indybay.org Three connected properties represent an opportunity to demonstrate the regional benefits of agriculture and environmental restoration working together…
(2025-10-15). Fact check: PM did not meet Netanyahu at Egypt Summit. tribune.com.pk 
(2025-10-15). Unison warns that almost two million pensioners are living in poverty. thecanary.co Delegates at Unison's retired members' conference were greeted with a shocking statistic. Nearly 1.9 million pensioners in the UK now live in poverty — an absolutely damning figure for the sixth richest country in the world. Meanwhile, projections show that the problem is only set to get worse. So what's the Department for Work and […] | By
(2025-10-15). Afghan FM Muttaqi was asked why visit Deoband. His response. ummid.com During his India visit, Afghanistan's Foreign Minister Amir Khan Muttaqi is also visiting Darul Uloom Deoband, and his visit to the renowned Islamic Seminary has sparked a debate.
(2025-10-15). Sanya riding growing wave of yachting popularity. ecns.cn From January to September this year, nearly 130,000 yacht trips set sail from Sanya, carrying more than 900,000 passengers, according to data from the Sanya Yacht Tourism Center.
(2025-10-15). Wednesday 10/15: Gregory"Joey"Johnson Speaks on Flag Burning,Fascism & Why We Should Support Refuse Fascism. indybay.org Revolution Books | 2444 Durant Avenue | Berkeley, CA…
(2025-10-15). Uganda Waragi celebrates Vumbula Festival as Uganda marks Independence Day. independent.co.ug 
Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | As the nation paused to commemorate Uganda's independence, the celebrations found a powerful three-day home at the Ndere Cultural Centre. From October 9th to 11th, 2025, Uganda Waragi toasted to 5 years of the Vumbula Uganda Festival uniting locals and international guests alike in the spirit of Uganda. The …
(2025-10-15). Federal Judge Rules Trump Admin's RIF Layoffs Amid Government Shutdown Are 'Illegal'. newsone.com 
Source: Andrew Harnik / Getty | Just last Friday, White House budget director and Project 2025 architect Russell Vought
(2025-10-15). South Pars Gas Complex advances toward full industrial self-sufficiency. tehrantimes.com TEHRAN — The South Pars Gas Complex (SPGC) has taken a major step toward industrial self-reliance, with more than 90 percent of equipment and supplies for its refineries now sourced domestically, according to the company's commercial director.
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(2025-10-15). Constable on duty with polio vaccination teams shot dead in K-P's Nowshera. tribune.com.pk 
(2025-10-15). The China Syndrome: "Weaponized Tariffs" and Sanctions. Will Trump's Trade War Destroy America? globalresearch.ca China Syndrome picking up hypersonic speed as Xi Jinping reacts to Trump's tariff prison.
(2025-10-15). Umalusi expresses confidence ahead of the 2025 final exams. sanews.gov.za Umalusi expresses confidence ahead of the 2025 final exams | Quality assurance body, Umalusi, has expressed full confidence that the country's examination system is ready for the conduct, administration and management of the 2025 end of year national examinations. | Briefing the media on the state of readiness in Pretoria on Wednesday, Umalusi Chief Executive Officer, Dr Mafu Rakometsi, said that while an audit had identified some areas of concern, these were not systemic and would not compromise the credibility of the examinations. | "The report presented by Dr Dliwayo makes it clear that, by and large, the sys…
(2025-10-15). Trump preparing target list of "semi-communist" federal programs to be eliminated. wsws.org The would-be dictator did not elaborate, but clearly further massive cuts are being planned for New Deal and Great Society-era programs of the 1930s and 1960s such as Social Security, Medicare and Medicaid, on which tens of millions rely.
(2025-10-15). Bravery on The Front Lines in the Face of Fascism. progressive.org A new comics collection from Raymond Tyler and Paul Buhle tells the stories of unsung partisan heroes who fought fascism across Europe.
(2025-10-15). Friday 10/17: Webinar: Palestine Solidarity Announcements. indybay.org Zoom | bit.ly/FridayPSAs…
(2025-10-15). Rain stops Sri Lanka's momentum in New Zealand washout at World Cup. tribune.com.pk 
Sri Lanka and New Zealand were forced to share the points in their Women's World Cup fixture after heavy rain had the final say in Colombo on Tuesday, washing out play after the innings break. | The hosts had done the hard yards, posting a competitive 258-6 and fancying their chances with a spin-heavy attack on a pitch made for the slow bowlers. The total was also the highest in the Colombo leg of the competition so far. | "I thought Sri Lanka batted particularly well," said New Zealand captain Sophie Devine. | "It was a good cricket wicket… Shame that the weather had to play its part in it. It would have be…
(2025-10-15). Former Inner Mongolia legislator sentenced to death with reprieve. ecns.cn Wang Bo, former vice-chairman of the Standing Committee of the People's Congress of Inner Mongolia autonomous region, was sentenced to death with a two-year reprieve for accepting bribes exceeding 449 million yuan ($62.88 million), a court in Hubei province announced on Tuesday.
(2025-10-15). Ghana promotes key investment opportunities for Chinese investors. ecns.cn "Every inch of Ghana is ready." The words of Simon Madjie, chief executive officer of the Ghana Investment Promotion Center, resonated across the conference hall in Beijing, capturing Ghana's eagerness to welcome Chinese investors and the surging vitality of China-Ghana economic ties.
(2025-10-15). Afghan FM Muttaqi's visit to India and Darul Uloom Deoband. ummid.com Muttaqi's visit to India should be acknowledged as a pragmatic and well-meaning move both by the Indian and Afghan leadership, and it may lead to stabilising the region besides isolating Pakistan.
(2025-10-15). NATO Nears Agreement on New Weapons Package for Ukraine Amid Declining Military Aid. moderndiplomacy.eu Estonia's Defence Minister Hanno Pevkur announced on Wednesday that his country has joined the fourth PURL package, known as the Baltic-Nordic package, aimed at bolstering Ukraine's defense capabilities. The agreement, involving several NATO member states, is expected to be finalized soon possibly within the day during a meeting of NATO defense ministers in Brussels. Estonia …
(2025-10-15). Perché un "cambio di regime" in Venezuela è un'idea stupida? strategic-culture.su Invece di queste illusioni avventurose, Washington dovrebbe concentrare i propri sforzi sul rafforzamento della stabilità venezuelana, in particolare attraverso la revoca delle sanzioni. | Segue nostro Sarebbe un errore affermare che con il ritorno di Trump alla Casa Bianca il Venezuela sia nuovamente sotto pressione. Non ha mai smesso di esserlo dagli ultimi anni dell'amministrazione Obama. Ma è legittimo affermare che Trump 2.0 abbia a…
(2025-10-15). Trump Declares War. orinocotribune.com By M Santos — Oct 13, 2025 | After decades of financing wars, regime changes and assassinations, the US imperialist political establishment is now trying to appear as a peacemaker. It is invoking "peace" in the massive suffering caused by the very conflicts it has funded and perpetuated. | US President Donald Trump is not merely the unhinged madman that some might think, with his lies, half-truths and contradictory ranting and raving. There is method in his madness—that of an egotistic, dangerous, fascistic dictator. A man who plans to not only rule the US and its military with an iron fist, but who al…
(2025-10-15). Major media outlets reject Pentagon reporting rules. geo.tv 
US Secretary Defence Peter Hegseth speaks to newsmen at the Pentagon in June 2025. — AFP/fileWASHINGTON: US and international news outlets, including The New York Times, AP, AFP, and Fox News, on Tuesday declined to sign new restrictive Pentagon media rules, meaning they…
(2025-10-15). Autonomous Weapon Systems and International Humanitarian Law: Selected Issues. icrc.org Position paper by the International Committee of the Red Cross…
(2025-10-15). Trump Announces New 'Kinetic Strike' Off Venezuela's Coast, Extrajudicial Killings Reach 27, Venezuela Continues Defensive Drills. orinocotribune.com Caracas ( Since Sept. 2, Trump has allegedly ordered military strikes on at least five boats in the Caribbean Sea that his regime insists were carrying drugs to the US. This latest illegal action brings the number of extrajudicial killings committed by US military forces to 27 u…
(2025-10-15). ChatGPT to allow verified adults to create AI erotica videos. albawaba.com 
ALBAWABA – OpenAI's CEO Sam Altman said Tuesday that ChatGPT will be available to create a wider range of content, including AI erotica videos. Altman added that OpenAI finalized work, and it will be able to monitor mental health issues, according to Axios. Sam added that OpenAI wants to sign up consumers for paid subscriptions."As we roll out age-gating more fully and as part of our 'treat adult users like adults' principle, we will allow even more, like erotica for verified adults," according to OpenAI CEO's X post.ChatGPT to allow verified adults to create erotica videos. (Shutterstock)He further mentioned tha…
(2025-10-15). Terror from the Skies in the Middle East: Israel and the Ghost of Bomber Harris. juancole.com Here is my essay for this week's Tomdispatch.com . Check out the great Tom Engelhardt's introduction at that site, where he reminds us of the eerie similarity of today's Washington strategy toward the Middle East, of intensive bombardment, to that of Nixon-Kissinger in Southeast Asia. For people of my generation, it raises the sad question …
(2025-10-15). Chinese premier holds symposium on economic situation. ecns.cn Chinese Premier Li Qiang on Tuesday presided over a symposium on the economic situation, and listened to opinions and suggestions from experts and entrepreneurs on the country's economy and relevant work.
(2025-10-15). Trump, Republicans, neo-Nazis honor racist Charlie Kirk with highest official honor in Rose Garden ceremony. wsws.org At a Rose Garden event attended by the entire cabinet and far-right leadership, Trump framed Kirk's death as a "demonic act" carried out by the "left."
(2025-10-15). Media Refuse To Sign Up As Propagandists For Trump's Pentagon. scheerpost.com Pentagon Secretary Pete Hegseth ( In one of the scariest moments in modern history, we're doing our best at ScheerPost to pierce the fog of lies that conceal it but we need some help to pay our writers and staff. Please consider a tax-deductible By Kevin Gosztola / Nearly all me…
(2025-10-15). Trump's military escalation against Venezuela repeats the Iraq War blueprint. peoplesdispatch.org With the suspension of dialogue between the US and Venezuela, the sighting of US B-52 bombers in Venezuelan airspace, and the further lethal US strikes in the Caribbean, the US seems to be accelerating its drive towards war with Venezuela…
(2025-10-15). Elected officials, union members and grass roots organizations stand up for offshore wind. indybay.org Despite the federal government pulling support for offshore wind nationally in favor of fossil fuels, many elected officials from the communities that are a part of the offshore buildouts continue to work towards what they see as its eventuality. Elected Officials to Protect America (E.O.P.A.) hosted a gathering with elected officials, unions, and grassroots organizations at the IBEW Local 639 Union Hall in San Luis Obispo. The event, on October 6, 2025, featured experts speaking on offshore wind, port development benefits for local workers and communities, and debunking the misinformation that is circulatin…
(2025-10-15). Indonesia's Mount Lewotobi Laki-Laki erupts, sends volcanic ash 10km high. aljazeera.com Authorities warn locals and tourists to stay at least 6km away from the site of the volcano.
(2025-10-15). Two years on from 7 October: The hostages must come home. icrc.org Below is a statement by Yuval Arie Nevo, head of ICRC sub-delegation in Tel-Aviv…
(2025-10-15). Opening night or late season debuts? Key NBA superstar injury returns to watch for. gnnhd.tv 
From opening night to late season debuts, here are the biggest superstar injury returns to watch for in the 2025-26 NBA season.
(2025-10-15). 2025 Bihar Polls: Owaisi to go alone, but keeps guessing on number of seats. ummid.com All India Majlis e Ittehadul Muslimeen (AIMIM) has announced to contest the 2025 Bihar Assembly Elections alone, but the party led by Hyderabad MP Asaduddin Owaisi is yet to finalise the number of seats.
(2025-10-15). The Death of the Nobel Peace Prize. orinocotribune.com By Atilio A. Boron — Oct 12, 2025 | Of course, what happened these days is nothing new—the prize had been discredited long before. While it was awarded exceptionally to those whose careers were clearly marked by their commitment to peace—Martin Luther King in 1964, Mother Teresa of Calcutta (1979), Adolfo Pérez Esquivel (1980), South African Archbishop Desmond Tutu (1984), Nelson Mandela (1993) and a few others—the awarding of this prize to Henry Kissinger in 1973, a serial killer responsible for the brutal bombing of Vietnam and the destabilization of democratic processes like Salvador Al…
(2025-10-15). German government attacks the welfare state: Basic support payments to be abolished. wsws.org The abolition of basic welfare benefits shows the direction taken by the coalition of the Christian Democrats and Social Democrats with its war budget: Massive state debt and enrichment of the wealthy, while the working class is forced to bear the cost.
(2025-10-15). Saturday 10/18: No Billionaires! Fascist Crawl. indybay.org Our march/walking tour through downtown Palo Alto starts in plaza outside | Valor Equity Partners | 260 Homer Ave. Palo Alto…
(2025-10-15). East Azarbajian earns $30m by visits of foreign tourists in six months. tehrantimes.com TEHRAN—East Azarbaijan tourism industry boasts unique economic potentials and generates sustainable employment. Foreign tourists boosted the province's economy, and their visits and stays helped generate $30 million for the province during the first half of the current Iranian year (March-September 2025).
(2025-10-15). Inverting Reality: The Optics of Trump's "Peace" Plan. A Powerful Message From Palestine. globalresearch.ca The ceasefire and prisoner exchange have burst onto our screens in a confusing array of images and clashing narrative frames…
(2025-10-15). Australian sinologist: My journey with China began by retracing the Long March. ecns.cn The Long March began his lifelong connection with China, said Harold Weldon, vice president of Weldon International and winner of the 11th Special Book Award of China, at the 2nd World Conference on China Studies on Tuesday in Shanghai.
(2025-10-15). Bombshell Study Was Covered Up After Confirming Unvaccinated Children Are Healthier. globalresearch.ca An explosive U.S. Senate hearing has blown open what public health officials and medical elites have tried to bury for years…
(2025-10-15). 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…
(2025-10-15). The AI Bubble and Counterfeit Money. counterpunch.org 
I heard people who read the column I wrote last week on the AI bubble complain that, by rooting for its collapse, I was hoping for the failure of the U.S. economy. Nothing could be further from the truth. The logic of a run-up in asset prices being a bubble is that it is not
(2025-10-15). Operation Shanela nets 17 553 suspects. sanews.gov.za Operation Shanela nets 17 553 suspects | Weeklong Shanela II operations have led to the arrests of 17 553 suspects across the country, the South African Police Service (SAPS) said. | According to the police, the success marks a significant stride in the fight against crime and restoration of public safety ahead of the festive season. | "Among those apprehended are 2 837 wanted suspects for serious crimes including murder, robbery, rape, sexual assault, illegal possession of firearms and vehicle hijacking," the SAPS said of the arrests made between 6-12 October 2025. | Police also confiscated 24 499 litres of alco…
(2025-10-15). Digital education in Chiapas: A lever for a better future for young girls. globalvoices.org 
(2025-10-15). Venezuela Closes Embassies In Norway And Australia. popularresistance.org On Monday, Venezuela's Foreign Ministry announced that it has begun the first phase of a comprehensive restructuring of its foreign service, ordering the closure of its embassies in the Kingdom of Norway and Australia. | "As part of the strategic reallocation of resources, the closure of the embassies in the Kingdom of Norway and Australia has been ordered," the ministry said in a statement. | Venezuela explained that bilateral relations and consular assistance for the Venezuelan community in Norway and Australia "will be efficiently addressed through concurrent diplomatic missions, the details of which will be a…
(2025-10-15). When Washington Goes Dark, the World Loses Sight. moderndiplomacy.eu The ongoing U.S. government shutdown has halted the release of critical economic data from jobs reports to inflation metrics creating a growing sense of "data darkness" that now threatens to blur the vision of policymakers around the world.With the United States accounting for nearly one-fourth of global output, its data flows are vital for shaping …
(2025-10-15). Ukraine: US Launches a Neo-Nazi Government, and World War Three? Felicity Arbuthnot. globalresearch.ca It all started on March 5, 2014: a US sponsored fascist coalition government under the disguise of democracy was installed in Ukraine. | With historical foresight pertaining to the dangers of a Third World War, this article by Felicity Arbuthnot was …
(2025-10-14). Labor housing 'fix' makes things worse. greenleft.org.au Labor housing 'fix' makes things worse | Isaac Nellist |
(2025-10-15). Foreign delegates praise service hub. ecns.cn Foreign delegates attending the Global Leaders' Meeting on Women visited a women and children's service center in Beijing on Tuesday, where they praised China's efforts to provide legal, psychological and social support for families in need.
(2025-10-15). GB News interviews 'man on the street' who's actually a Reform councillor. thecanary.co The good folks at 'Reform Party UK Exposed' seem to have caught GB News in the act: GBNews speaking to "random residents". Only he's actually a Reform UK councillor (Kieran Mishchuk, representing 20 mins down the road) being platformed like they're a random resident. No one has a problem with the flag, give it a […] | By
(2025-10-15). HBO Max officially launches in 15 new markets including Pakistan. tribune.com.pk 
Warner Bros. Discovery's streaming platform HBO Max has officially launched in 15 new countries, including Pakistan, Bangladesh, Cambodia, Macau, Sri Lanka, and Ukraine, expanding its footprint across Asia and Europe. | The service, long-awaited by local fans of HBO's globally acclaimed shows, is now available to stream in Pakistan through its website and app stores. Viewers can access iconic titles from HBO, Max Originals, Warner Bros., DC Universe, Discovery, and the Wizarding World; all in one place. | Among the available titles are global hits such as Game of Thrones, House of the Dragon, The Last of Us, T…
(2025-10-15). Trump, China tariffs and the Wall Street bubble. wsws.org Early last Friday Wall Street was heading for another record but then came Trump's new tariff threat against China and it had its biggest fall in six months.
(2025-10-15). Police wasted time spying on Stephen Lawrence family, who say 'history's repeating itself'. thecanary.co The racist murder of Stephen Lawrence and the state's horrendous response to it highlighted the institutional racism of the Metropolitan Police (the Met). And as people close to Lawrence now address how police officers wasted time spying on them, his mother has warned that 'history's repeating itself'. "State power turned on the family" BBC Panorama […] | By
(2025-10-15). Celebrating and protecting South Africa's elderly. sanews.gov.za Celebrating and protecting South Africa's elderly | The introduction of the Older Persons Amendment Bill speaks to government's resolve to ensure the safety of all South Africa's citizens, including the elderly. ⚪ The Bill amends the Older Person's Act of 2006 with the aim of strengthening the protection, care, and services provided to older people. ⚪ South Africa recently commemorated the annual Older Persons Week from 26-02 October 2025 to honour the efforts of our elders in society. The commemorative week sought to raise awareness about the issues that impact the elderly and the fact that it has been co…
(2025-10-15). ICC judges disqualify ICC prosecutor Khan from Duterte case, court document shows. strategic-culture.su By Stephanie VAN DEN BERG and Anthony DEUTSCH | Join us on , , and . | Contact us: | International Criminal Court (ICC) appeals judges h…
(2025-10-15). American singer D'Angelo dies battling cancer. gnnhd.tv 
D'Angelo's family expressed their deep sorrow…
(2025-10-15). UN Security Council: Open debate on the 25th anniversary of women, peace, and security agenda. icrc.org Delivered by Elyse Mosquini, Permanent Observer of the ICRC to the United Nations and Head of Delegation in New York.
(2025-10-15). Apple CEO commits to increase investment and cooperation in China. ecns.cn Apple CEO Tim Cook said on Wednesday that the U.S. tech company will continue to increase its investment in China and further expand its cooperation with the country, aiming for mutual benefits and shared success.
(2025-10-15). 'Surveillance pricing': Why you might be paying more than your neighbour. aljazeera.com Are retailers using AI to access customers' personal data and set higher prices for those they think will pay more?>
(2025-10-15). Raila Odinga, former Kenyan PM, passes away in India. independent.co.ug 
Kochi, India | THE INDEPENDENT | Former Kenyan Prime Minister Raila Odinga, who has been undergoing treatment in Kochi, passed away early today due to a reported cardiac arrest. Odinga reportedly collapsed during a morning walk within the premises of the Ayurvedic facility and was rushed to Devamatha Hospital in Koothattukulam where he passed on, India's …
(2025-10-15). It's Still East…and West Germany. globalresearch.ca As the establishment political Center in Germany clings to power, sociopolitical disunity and profound disaffection has created a new East-West divide. | The elites' use of "firewalls" and "miscounts" against opposition parties perpetuates that divide and an unsavory two-tier society. | It's …
(2025-10-15). AISSEE 2026 Registration Begins; Link, Steps to Apply. ummid.com Online registration and application form submission for All India Sainik School Entrance Exam 2026 (AISSEE 2026-27) has started through the official website exams.nta.nic.in, parents who wish to admit their wards in Military Schools should note.
(2025-10-15). Why Is Canada Assisting US Powerplay Against Venezuela? orinocotribune.com By Yves Engler — Oct 14, 2025 | Canada's elbows are definitely not up. Instead, we are purposely passing the puck to their powerplay. | Canada should stop assisting the US war on Venezuela. | Over the past six weeks the US has blown up a handful of alleged drug boats in international waters near Venezuela. The US has also deployed 10,000 troops to the region and the Pentagon notified Congress under the War Powers Resolution that US forces were engaged in a "non-international armed conflict" with drug cartels. A number of outlets have reported that the Donald Trump administration is seeking to overthrow the V…
(2025-10-15). Expungement fair in Camden aims to help people move forward with their lives. whyy.org 
From Camden and Cherry Hill to Trenton and the Jersey Shore, what about life in New Jersey do you want WHYY News to cover? More than a quarter of New Jersey's prison population comes from Camden and Essex counties, according to the "The greater the number of incarcerations, the greater the number of releases and, therefore, more who may…
(2025-10-15). Hajj 2026 2nd Waiting List of 7,636 Pilgrims, Payment Details Out. ummid.com The Haj Committee of India has released the second waiting list for Hajj 2026, asking 7,636 pilgrims to confirm their seats by depositing the payment before October 31, 2025.
(2025-10-15). Brazil: Illegal Ranches Devastate Rainforest, Livelihoods. hrw.org Play Video | Read a text description of this video | SOUNDBITESToto AraraEvery year, the invaders clear more land for cattle. Then they burn it. SOUNDBITESGivanildo dos Santos LimaToday, the biggest driver of deforestation in the Amazon region is cattle ranching.DATE/PLACEFebruary 2025Cachoeira Seca Indigenous Territory, Brazil Powdem AraraI don't know why the government doesn't remove the invaders from our land. Pyjaka AraraWe, the Arara people, are very afraid of ranchers. Maria Márcia de MeloThe landgrabbers made me lose 17 years of work in a matter of minutes. Look! It's all dead.DATE/PLACENovember 2024PDS…
(2025-10-15). DAILY MEMO: Elderly Man Hospitalized After ICE Hit and Run in Pacoima, One of 17 Incidents Reported Today. lataco.com Masked ICE and Border Patrol agents raided several parking lots outside Home Depots, Superior Grocers, a bakery, a recycling center, a carnitas spot, a donut shop, and a tea house, resulting in at least 12 confirmed kidnappings of workers and street vendors while also scouting residential areas throughout the Southland.
(2025-10-15). Pentagon Reporters Should Turn In Their Badges. thedissenter.org Reporters assigned to the Pentagon should proudly hand in their badges. They'r not security threats, and they should not be propagandists either…
(2025-10-15). China's Rare Earth Lockdown: Can the EU Break Free in 2025? thinktank.pk The European Union finds itself at a critical juncture in its trade relationship with China. The recent announcement of stringent export controls on rare earth technologies by Beijing has ignited a firestorm of concern, prompting EU Trade Commissioner Maro≈° ≈ efƒçoviƒç to label the measures as "unprocessable" and a direct threat to European economic stability. This …
(2025-10-15). Chinese tourists in Thailand coerced by unlicensed guide, Embassy issues reminder. ecns.cn A recent incident involving a tour guide in Thailand forcing Chinese tourists to go shopping has drawn wide public attention, prompting the Chinese Embassy in Thailand to issue a safety reminder for travelers.
(2025-10-15). Unprovoked Escalation: Border Tensions Flare Between Pakistan and Afghanistan. devdiscourse.com On Tuesday, hostilities reignited along the contentious Pakistan-Afghanistan border when Pakistani forces claimed Afghan troops initiated an unprovoked attack. Pakistani state media asserts that the Afghan forces, alongside the Pakistani Taliban, opened fire on Pakistani posts, prompting a forceful counteraction.
(2025-10-15). Slovak Deputy PM praises China's efforts in promoting women's rights. ecns.cn Denisa Saková, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Economy of Slovakia, praised China's women's rights protection at the Global Leaders' Meeting on Women on Monday, saying that China has been providing tangible support for promoting gender equality in many countries around the world, and expressed the hope that this process will reach every corner of the world.
(2025-10-15). Shaheen Afridi likely to be rested for T20Is against South Africa. tribune.com.pk 
There are growing considerations to rest Shaheen Shah Afridi for the T20I series against South Africa. Although Shadab Khan has resumed practice, he will not be available for any of the three matches; his return is expected through the tri-nation series in November. | According to details, Pakistan and South Africa will play T20I matches on October 28, 31, and November 1. The first match will be held in Rawalpindi, while the remaining two will take place in Lahore. The selectors are expected to announce the squad in the coming days. | It is likely that fast bowler Shaheen Shah Afridi will be rested to manage h…
(2025-10-15). Zohran Mamdani Speech at NYC Rally. scheerpost.com " In one of the scariest moments in modern history, we're doing our best at ScheerPost to pierce the fog of lies that conceal it but we need some help to pay our writers and staff. Please consider a tax-deductible This is Zohran Mamdani's speech at his rally…
(2025-10-15). Pakistan, IMF reach staff-level agreement for $1.2bn disbursement. tribune.com.pk 
The government of Pakistan and the International Monetary Fund (IMF) have reached a staff-level agreement on the second review under the Extended Fund Facility (EFF) and the first review under the Resilience and Sustainability Facility (RSF), the Fund announced on Tuesday. | The agreement follows discussions held from September 24 to October 8, 2025, in Karachi, Islamabad, and Washington DC, led by IMF mission chief Iva Petrova. The staff-level deal remains subject to approval by the IMF Executive Board. | Under the arrangement, Pakistan will receive $1 billion under the EFF and $200 million under the RSF, bri…
(2025-10-15). 'Do Not Become an Instrument of Empire,' Nobel Laureate Pérez Esquivel Tells Machado. orinocotribune.com By Adolfo Pérez Esquivel — Oct 13, 2025 | I send you the greetings of Peace and Good that humanity and the peoples living in poverty, conflict, war, and hunger so desperately need. This open letter is to express your feelings and share some thoughts. | I was surprised by your award of the Nobel Peace Prize by the Nobel Committee. It reminded me of the struggles against dictatorships on the continent and in my country—military regimes we endured from 1976 to 1983. We withstood prisons, torture and exile, with thousands disappeared, children kidnapped and missing, and the death flights, of which I am a…
(2025-10-15). UK Exporting Gas Power To Windless Europe. wattsupwiththat.com yesterday we were exporting our gas power to Denmark, Ireland and the Netherlands, because of the same shortage of wind power we were experiencing. (Gas and biomass power are the marginal power on the grid, so are the only generators that can be easily switched up and down to meet variations in demand):…
(2025-10-15). The March Toward Martial Law. progressive.org As Donald Trump descends the country into fascism, Democratic leaders are leaving the people to fight for themselves.
(2025-10-15). RSS Contribution in Freedom Struggle: The Real Story. ummid.com The RSS is an organization working for Hindu Nation and had nothing to do with the freedom movement which aimed at a secular, democratic inclusive nation.
(2025-10-15). HEC announces new dates for ETC tests. tribune.com.pk 
The Higher Education Commission's Education Testing Council (ETC) has announced the rescheduling of admission and recruitment tests. | The Undergraduate Studies Admission Test (USAT), the Higher Education Aptitude Test (HAT) for both MS/MPhil and PhD programs, and the AML/CFT Recruitment Test, originally scheduled for October 11-12, 2025, have all been moved and will now take place on Saturday, November 1, 2025, and Sunday, November 2, 2025. | Furthermore, the Law Admission Test (LAT) is also being rescheduled from its original date of November 2, 2025. This examination will now be conducted on November 9, 202…
(2025-10-15). Jefe de Gobierno cubano llama a fortalecer enfrentamiento al delito. radiohc.cu El primer ministro de Cuba, Manuel Marrero Cruz, exhortó a reforzar el enfrentamiento al delito económico y la extracción ilegal de recursos naturales, durante una reunión en el Palacio de la Revolución, informó este martes la televisión nacional. | Precisó el reporte que al cierre de septiembre, el registro delictivo, aunque mantiene cifras elevadas, mostró una disminución en todas las modalidades. | Marrero Cruz reconoció la labor de los combatientes del Ministerio del Interior y de las Fuerzas Armadas Revolucionarias, y destacó su papel en la garantía del orden y la tranquilidad ciudadana, en estrecha coordina…
(2025-10-15). Indian-origin US Defence expert Ashley Tellis arrested over secret documents, links to China. ptcnews.tv PTC News Desk: A renowned US Defence expert of Indian-origin and longtime advisor on South Asia policy was arrested on Tuesday for allegedly hoarding classified documents and meeting Chinese government officials, according to court filings unsealed this week. | According to the Justice Department, Tellis, 63 unlawfully piled up national defence information, including more than a thousand pages of top secret and secret documents found at his home in Vienna, Virginia. | A State Department official confirmed the arrest but declined to comment further citing that Pentagon does not comment on cases pending inquiry.
(2025-10-15). Once Allies, Pakistan And Afghan Taliban Lurch Toward Full-Blown Conflict. juancole.com By Frud Bezhan and Daud Khattak ( RFE/ RL ) — A full-blown conflict between Afghanistan's Taliban and neighboring Pakistan seemed unthinkable when the hard-line Islamist group, a longtime ally of Islamabad, seized power in 2021 as international troops withdrew and the government they supported collapsed. But fears have heightened of an all-out war after the …
(2025-10-15). Ecuadorian Government's 'Humanitarian Convoy' Sparks Crackdown in Otavalo. orinocotribune.com Human rights defenders report excessive force and arbitrary arrests during military operations. | On Tuesday, residents of Otavalo, a canton in Ecuador's Imbabura province, awoke to another day of repression as security forces under President Daniel Noboa implemented the so-called "Humanitarian Convoy." | Human rights defenders reported that state forces entered the area using disproportionate force, creating chaos and panic and carrying out multiple arbitrary detentions. | Videos shared on social media show clouds of tear gas, explosions and screams, as well as members of the security forces dressed in civilian…
(2025-10-15). Zarah Sultana will be 'marching through the North' this Saturday. thecanary.co Your Party's Zarah Sultana will join numerous campaign groups for a march through northern "town of resistance" Huddersfield this weekend. The People's Alliance for Change and Equality (PACE) has been supporting and connecting campaigners, trade unionists, and politicians across Kirklees in West Yorkshire in opposition to war, cuts, and racism. And on Saturday 18 October, […] | By
(2025-10-15). Laos: United Nations body concerned over violations of economic, social, and cultural right. fidh.org The International Federation for Human Rights (FIDH) and the Lao Movement for Human Rights (LMHR) welcome the findings and recommendations of the United Nations (UN) Committee on Economic, Social and Cultural Rights (CESCR) related to Laos. The organizations urge the Lao authorities to fully implement the CESCR's recommendations without delay, particularly regarding human rights defenders and business and human rights, including in relation to infrastructure and development projects. (…) | – |
(2025-10-15). Pakistan, Afghan Taliban agree on 48-hour temporary ceasefire: FO. gnnhd.tv 
Ceasefire aims at creating space for constructive dialogue between both sides in an effort to address a complex but resolvable issue…
(2025-10-15). Ukrainian General inadvertently debunks Kiev regime's '500 overnight shootdowns' propaganda. globalresearch.ca On October 6, the Ukraine junta forces announced they've supposedly "shot down" nearly 500 Russian drones and missiles over NATO-occupied Ukraine.
(2025-10-15). South Africa and China sign landmark agreement. sanews.gov.za South Africa and China sign landmark agreement | South Africa and China have signed a historic stone fruit trade protocol, opening the Chinese market to five types of South African stone fruit — apricots, peaches, nectarines, plums, and prunes. ⚪ The agreement was signed in Shanghai by Agriculture Minister John Steenhuisen and Minister Sun Meijun of China's General Administration of Customs (GACC) on Wednesday. ⚪ It marks the first time China has granted market access for multiple stone fruit varieties from a single country under one deal. ⚪ Speaking at the signing ceremony, Steenhuisen described the agr…
(2025-10-15). A rose for "She Power" : Voices at Global Leaders' Meeting on Women>. ecns.cn The Global Leaders' Meeting on Women was held in Beijing during the golden autumn season from October 13 to 14. On site, China News Network reporter turned a rose into a microphone to interview female leaders and diplomats.
(2025-10-15). Democrat Gavin Newsom malfunctions over Israel funding. thecanary.co 
'Gruesome' Gavin Newsom is the governor of California. Famous for his war on homeless people, Newsom is a controversial figure, albeit one who exists within the mainstream of the modern Democrat Party (unfortunately): Great bible quote. Anyway, here's Gavin Newsom inflicting violence on homeless people and throwing away the few belongings they still have for […] | By
(2025-10-15). Embajador ruso ratifica lazos de amistad con Cuba en visita a Villa Clara. radiohc.cu 
El embajador de la Federación de Rusia en Cuba, Viktor V. Koronelli llegó este martes a la central provincia de Villa Clara para ratificar los lazos de amistad que unen a ambas naciones. | El territorio es el quinto que visita el diplomático como parte de un programa que incluye recorridos por todo el país. Foto: Ramón Barreras | En Villa Clara intercambió con las máximas autoridades del Partido Comunista de Cuba y el Gobierno, a la vez que recordó su primera ocasión en la provincia y en el mausoleo al comandante argentino-cubano Ernesto Che Guevara, en 1997.Para mí este resulta un territorio de gran interés y ag…
(2025-10-15). Syria's ticking time bomb. responsiblestatecraft.org In March of this year, Laya's world came crashing down. Following a series of skirmishes in the coastal region of Syria, the country's transitional government had mobilized forces to put down what it saw as a brewing rebellion among Alawites, a minority offshoot of Shia Islam and the religion of former President Bashar al-Assad. The operation quickly turned into a bloodbath. Government-affiliated militants and non-state actors swept through coastal towns, going door to door and killing any Alawite men they could find. Hundreds of bodies were dumped in the sea or in mass graves. "They killed my cousin," recall…
(2025-10-15). Saturday 11/8: 32nd Annual Watsonville Peace & Unity March. indybay.org Romo Park, 335 Main Street, Watsonville…
(2025-10-15). Security forces dispel Afghan attack at Chaman Border. tribune.com.pk 
In a major escalation along the Pak-Afghan border, Afghan Taliban fighters, in coordination with terrorists linked to Fitna al-Khawarij, launched attacks at three different points near the Chaman border early on Wednesday morning. | The Pakistan Army responded swiftly, killing at least 20 terrorists and forcing the rest to retreat, said security sources. | According to the Inter Services Public Relations (ISPR), the attack occured at four different locations in Spin Boldak area of Balochistan. | During the attack, terrorists blew up the Pak-Afghan Friendship Gate, a key crossing point that facilitates trade an…
(2025-10-15). Xi meets Sri Lankan PM. ecns.cn Chinese President Xi Jinping on Tuesday met with Sri Lankan Prime Minister Harini Amarasuriya, who is in Beijing for the Global Leaders' Meeting on Women. Xi said that China stands ready to work with Sri Lanka to carry forward this friendship, expand mutually beneficial cooperation, jointly build a China-Sri Lanka community with a shared future, and deliver more benefits to the two peoples.
(2025-10-15). Mali retaliates against US imposition of steep visa fees with reciprocal fees for US nationals. peoplesdispatch.org Mali has distinguished itself as the only one to retaliate, while the governments of the rest of the seven African countries, whose nationals face USD 5,000-15,000 visa bond requirement, seek to placate Trump.
(2025-10-15). Israeli arson, bulldozers and forced labour in the West Bank's Tulkarem. aljazeera.com Israeli violence continues in occupied West Bank where soldiers act with impunity, Palestinians made to work for free.
(2025-10-15). Manamela engages UFS amid student protests. sanews.gov.za Manamela engages UFS amid student protests | Following ongoing student protests, Higher Education and Training Minister, Buti Manamela, is engaging with the leadership and stakeholders at the University of the Free State (UFS) to protect the remainder of the 2025 academic year. ⚪ The protest started after the university announced its decision to discontinue provisional registration from 2026, prompting demonstrations that escalated on Monday evening, resulting in several security officials sustaining serious injuries. ⚪ Manamela confirmed that he has been briefed on the university's decision to temporarily clos…
(2025-10-15). Iran's victory over Tanzania fails to silence critics. tehrantimes.com TEHRAN – Iran's 2—0 win over Tanzania in Tuesday's friendly at Rashid Stadium in Dubai might have looked like a positive step on paper, but the performance left little reason for optimism about the team's tactical or technical progress under Amir Ghalenoei.
(2025-10-15). Kamala Harris seethes as heckler calls her a 'right-wing war criminal'. thecanary.co In a video posted online by Climate Defiance, a furious heckler called Kamala Harris a "right-wing war criminal": This should happen to her every time she shows her face in public t.co/UiHTG1QYTt — cabral (@doctor_cabral) October 14, 2025 Harris didn't seem to enjoy this. Maybe she should have thought about that before entering a right-wing […] | By
(2025-10-15). The US Spent Over $31 Billion Aiding Israel in the Past Two Years. globalresearch.ca The Cost of War Project at Brown University calculated that total US military support to Israel over the past two years has cost US taxpayers over $30 billion.
(2025-10-15). How Israel plans to continue the war without its army. aljazeera.com As tanks withdraw and the bombing slows, Israel extends its war through Palestinian militias turned against their own.
(2025-10-15). Irfan Junejo gears up to interview FC Barcelona players. tribune.com.pk 
Irfan Junejo may soon make history as the first Pakistani creator to interview FC Barcelona players. Speaking at the Mediaverse 2.0 event at the University of Karachi, the popular YouTuber revealed that discussions are underway for an exclusive collaboration with the club. | "If all goes well, this collaboration will soon become a reality," Junejo shared, clarifying that the talks are still in their early stages but that initial meetings have already taken place. If successful, the potential partnership signals a major step forward for Pakistani digital creators on the global stage. | Fans were quick to celebr…
(2025-10-15). Veteran Iranian dubber Saeed Mozaffari passes away. tehrantimes.com TEHRAN- Renowned Iranian voice actor and iconic voice of Iran's dubbing industry, Saeed Mozaffari, passed away at Erfan Hospital in Tehran on Tuesday, after battling respiratory issues and a prolonged illness. He was 83.
(2025-10-15). Internet services restored across Pakistan after submarine cable repair: PTCL. tribune.com.pk 
An international cable consortium has completed repairs on a faulty repeater in one of its submarine cables, restoring internet connectivity across Pakistan, the Pakistan Telecommunication Company Limited announced on Wednesday. | Internet users had reported sluggish speeds on Tuesday, particularly in parts of upper Punjab and Islamabad, where connectivity issues were further compounded by the prevailing law and order situation. | On Monday, PTCL had warned that internet users across Pakistan might experience slower speeds and intermittent connectivity as maintenance work was carried out on one of the country'
(2025-10-15). Turkmen weddings: a celebration of identity and family. tehrantimes.com TEHRAN ⚪ Turkmen weddings are popular because they are more than just celebrations — they are living, dynamic expressions of a proud culture that honors history, family, and identity in joyous, unforgettable ways.
(2025-10-15). US Sen. Slotkin (MI-D) Details NSPM7 and Other Aspects of Trump Threats to Use Military on "Internal Enemies" fightbackbetter.com It seems that NJ folks are having some trouble fully grasping the dangers of NSPM7 as being expressed at FightBackBetter.
(2025-10-15). China urges sincerity from U.S. in trade talks. ecns.cn China on Tuesday urged the United States to "correct its wrong practices and show sincerity" to preserve the hard-won results of previous trade talks and work with China in the same direction, a day after working-level talks were held between Beijing and Washington.
(2025-10-15). Freedom is a Constant Struggle. counterpunch.org 
I'd read and heard loads about One Battle After Another and invited a friend who came through the long Sixties to see it with me. She has studied the kind of white nationalism that fuels Trump and that fueled Charlie Kirk and his followers. I figured two pairs of eyes and two heads were better
(2025-10-15). Israel doesn't bother hiding that dead Palestinians were bound, tortured, shot. thecanary.co UK and other Western media have been obsessed with regurgitating Israel's claims about a few missing bodies of Israelis almost certainly killed by their own side's bombs but not yet returned by Palestinian militia groups, which Israel has used to justify its decision to again block Palestinians from receiving food after months of blockaded starvation. […] | By
(2025-10-15). Central bank to enhance market guidance to keep yuan stable. ecns.cn China will strengthen guidance on market expectations and guard against the risk of exchange rate overshooting to keep the yuan broadly stable, the country's central bank said, according to a report by Financial News, a newspaper backed by the People's Bank of China.
(2025-10-15). Wounded Nostalgia: GQ Tips for the Modern Gentleman. globalresearch.ca It reads like a lament of wounded nostalgia, cresting on a resigned sigh.
(2025-10-15). Health minister attending WHO Regional Committee for Eastern Mediterranean. tehrantimes.com TEHRAN — An Iranian delegation headed by Health Minister Mohammad-Reza Zafarqandi is participating in the Seventy-second session of the World Health Organization (WHO) Regional Committee for the Eastern Mediterranean (RC72) being held in Cairo, Egypt, from October 15 to 17.
(2025-10-15). Chinese humanoid robots reach sci-fi levels of realism. ecns.cn AheadForm Technology, a cutting-edge AI and humanoid robotics company, has developed an ultra-lifelike droid, the "Elf V1." The AI-powered fantasy bot boasts bionic skin textures and even human-like eye movements.
(2025-10-15). Racist Young Republican Chat Log Exposed, JD Vance Dismisses Outrage As 'Pearl Clutching'. newsone.com 
Source: picture alliance / Getty | If someone were to tell you that the leaders of Young Republican groups across the country got exposed in a leaked Telegram chat as racists, antisemites, and all-around bigots, who fantasized about raping their political rivals, putting them in "gas chambers," and/or driving them to suicide, while praising Republicans who support slavery because they hate "monkeys" and "watermelon people"? | What if someone were to tell you our nation's top Republican officials, including Vice President J.D. Vance, have dismissed outrage over said Telegram chat as leftist "pearl clutching" af…
(2025-10-15). We Are 89 Seconds to Midnight. Protect Your Future, Defend the Truth. Donate to Global Research. globalresearch.ca The Bulletin has set the Doomsday Clock from 90 seconds to midnight in 2023 to 89 seconds to midnight in 2025. This is the closest we have ever been to global disaster. | Shouldn't our governments address this danger and reverse …
(2025-10-15). Episode Two: A Death in the Dark. theintercept.com 
How the pre-planned no-knock raid — a violent, volatile tactic that became a common tool of the drug war — led to tragic consequences, in the story of Ryan Frederick and Detective Jarrod Shivers.
(2025-10-15). Meet Jacki Karsh: training young journalists to be explicitly pro-Israel. thecanary.co Last week, Drop Site News reported on a new fellowship set up by prominent US journalist Jacki Karsh, along with her husband Jeff. The fellowship's website states that: The Jacki and Jeff Karsh Journalism Fellowship equips journalists to report with depth, rigor, and clarity on Jewish issues in the United States and around the world. Fellows […] | By
(2025-10-15). Pixnapping: a new threat for Android users. tribune.com.pk 
(2025-10-15). China unveils self-developed ultra-high-speed real-time oscilloscope. ecns.cn China on Wednesday unveiled a self-developed 90GHz real-time oscilloscope at the 2025 WESEMiBAY Semiconductor Ecosystem Expo in Shenzhen, Guangdong Province, marking a breakthrough in the country's high-end electronic measurement instruments and breaking the long-standing foreign technology blockade.
(2025-10-15). World Food Day: FAO highlights 80 years of action, calling for stronger partnerships. tehrantimes.com TEHRAN — On the occasion of World Food Day 2025, the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) Representative in the Islamic Republic of Iran, Farrukh Toirov, highlighted 80 years of commitment in improving food security and advancing sustainable agriculture while calling for stronger partnerships to achieve these shared goals.
(2025-10-15). Europe Builds a 'Drone Wall' as NATO, EU Step Up Joint Defense. moderndiplomacy.eu NATO Secretary-General Mark Rutte said on Wednesday that the military alliance and the European Union are working together to set up a "drone wall" to shield European countries from aerial incursions. NATO will focus on providing military capabilities, while the EU will use its internal market and funding tools to support the project. The move …
(2025-10-15). Merino double helps Spain thrash Bulgaria. tribune.com.pk 
Spain moved a step closer to qualifying for the 2026 World Cup with a comfortable 4-0 win over Bulgaria on Tuesday. | Luis de la Fuente's side were completely dominant and triumphed thanks to Mikel Merino's brace, as well as Atanas Chernev's own goal and a Mikel Oyarzabal penalty. | Spain have won all four of their opening matches, scoring 15 times without conceding a single goal to lead Group E ahead of Turkey and Georgia, with Bulgaria bottom after four defeats. | De la Fuente was without several injured key players including Lamine Yamal, Rodri Hernandez and Nico Williams, but his side made light work of th…
(2025-10-15). Xi says relationship with Mozambique is solid. independent.co.ug 
BEIJING | Xinhua | Chinese President Xi Jinping on Tuesday met with Prime Minister of Mozambique Maria Benvinda Delfina Levi, who is in Beijing for the Global Leaders' Meeting on Women. Xi said that the traditional friendship between China and Mozambique has been as solid as a rock since the two countries established diplomatic relations …
(2025-10-15). ICE Agents Violently Cuff, Arrest WGN Employee They Claim Assaulted Them. newsone.com 
Source: OCTAVIO JONES / Getty | Maybe there's a reason the people of Chicago have been Perhaps Chicagoans simply don't believe the Trump administration is trying to make their streets safer by ridding them of dangerous migrants, because these agents keep snatching up day laborers and U.S. citizens whom they think are "illegals." It could also be that folks are having…
(2025-10-15). IAEA access to Iran's nuclear sites to stay restricted. tehrantimes.com TEHRAN — The head of the Atomic Energy organization of Iran (AEOI) says the criterion for the country's engagement with the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) will be the June legislation passed at Iran's Parliament.
(2025-10-15). How the IMF and US Helped Loot and Entrap Argentina with Debt. counterpunch.org 
(2025-10-15). UN General Assembly 80th Session: Statement at the Third Committee General Debate. icrc.org Delivered by Christopher Harland, Deputy Permanent Observer of the ICRC to the United Nations.
(2025-10-15). Wednesday 10/15: Court Defense – Stop the Deportations! indybay.org 100 Montgomery St, San Francisco…
(2025-10-15). England qualify for 2026 World Cup, Ronaldo sets record as Portugal held. aljazeera.com England become first European side to qualify for the World Cup, while Cristiano Ronaldo's Portugal draw with Hungary.
(2025-10-15). Monday 10/13: Greatest Enemy ⚪ Bay Area Premiere! indybay.org Grand Lake Theater, 3200 Grand Lake Ave., Oakland…
(2025-10-15). Reform-run Kent Council expects Net Zero 'cost neutrality' by 2035. thecanary.co In response to a Freedom Of Information (FOI) request, Reform-run Kent County Council has confirmed it's on track to achieve Net Zero 'cost neutrality' by 2035. As there could be millions of years of civilisation in Kent after 2035, that's a pretty good deal. This is especially true as national estimates predict Net Zero will […] | By
(2025-10-15). No progress towards the abolition of the death penalty in Asia, new report finds. fidh.org A new report released by the International Federation for Human Rights (FIDH) on the 23rd World Day Against the Death Penalty shows that over the past five years there has been no significant shift towards the abolition of the death penalty in Asia.
Paris, 10 October 2025. The 42-page report, titled "Enduring Injustice – A review of the death penalty in Asia (2020-2025)," presents key trends, developments, and figures related to the death penalty in the 20 retentionist countries in Asia (…) | – | /…
(2025-10-15). Zack Polanski now supports Scottish and Welsh independence. thecanary.co 
Zack Polanski has come out in support of Scottish and Welsh independence: EXCLUSIVE: Zack Polanski has backed Scottish and Welsh independence, The National can reveal üó£Ô∏è 'We should be empowering our neighbours to be able to have everything that we want for ourselves, and that we want for them' pic.twitter.com/x0dpzWc3SE — The National (@ScotNational) October […] | By
(2025-10-15). Science Refutes Zionism. orinocotribune.com 
By Justin Podur — Oct 14, 2025 | Zionism is a mix of corrupted biology and mythic stories | As a holdover of 19th-century colonialism, Zionism is infused with that era's mix of scientific formulae and classical mythology. Science has moved on from these outdated formulae; history has moved on from the literal interpretation of myth. | The outdated scientific argument underlying Zionism is that today's Jewish Israeli colonists are the descendants of the ancient kingdoms of Judah and Israel described in biblical texts. | The notion that such descent could confer upon these colonists a right to steal others' la…
(2025-10-15). 'Bolivia Burning' exposes the role of colonisers, agribusiness in causing devastating bushfires. greenleft.org.au 'Bolivia Burning' exposes the role of colonisers, agribusiness in causing devastating bushfires | Susan Price |
(2025-10-15). As SCOTUS Enters a New Term, These Cases May Grant Trump Unbridled Authority. scheerpost.com President Donald J. Trump walks with Judge Amy Coney Barrett. The White House/Shealah Craighead, Public domain, via Wikimedia Commons | In one of the scariest moments in modern history, we're doing our best at ScheerPost to pierce the fog of lies that conceal it but we need some help to pay our writers and staff. Please consider a tax-deductible By Marjorie Cohn / The Sup…
(2025-10-15). Former Sindh Assembly speaker Agha Siraj Durrani passes away. tribune.com.pk 
Senior Pakistan Peoples Party leader and former speaker of the Sindh Assembly, Agha Siraj Durrani, has passed away. President Asif Ali Zardari and Sindh Chief Minister Murad Ali Shah have expressed deep sorrow and grief over his death. | Agha Siraj Durrani passed away at the age of 72 while under treatment at a private hospital in Karachi. The senior Pakistan Peoples Party (PPP) leader had suffered a brain haemorrhage a month ago and had been hospitalised since. His condition deteriorated again a few days ago, and doctors confirmed his death on Wednesday. | Agha Siraj Durrani, considered among the senior-most…
(2025-10-15). Dozens killed, injured in new Pakistan-Afghanistan border clashes. aljazeera.com Brief flare-up spanned southeastern Afghanistan's Spin Boldak district and Pakistan's Chaman district.
(2025-10-15). Saudi Arabia makes it to 2026 FIFA World Cup. ummid.com Saudi Arabia vs. Iraq fixture in Group B of the AFC Asian Qualifiers Tuesday ended in a draw but made sure that the Green Falcon will be playing the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
(2025-10-15). US, UK sanction huge Southeast Asian crypto scam network. aljazeera.com Crackdown targets entities and individuals linked to Prince Group network that used trafficked workers for global fraud.
(2025-10-15). Trump's Tariff Diplomacy: NATO's Unity on the Line. moderndiplomacy.eu U.S. President Donald Trump on Tuesday warned that Washington may impose trade penalties, including tariffs, on Spain for refusing to raise its defense spending target to 5% of GDP. Speaking at the White House, Trump called Madrid's stance "disrespectful" to NATO, saying, "They're the only country that didn't raise their number up to 5%… I'm …
(2025-10-15). Integrated technical specialized services in drilling industry grows 12% in H1. tehrantimes.com TEHRAN- The deputy managing director of the National Iranian Drilling Company (NIDC) for technical affairs announced a growth of over 12 percent in the integrated technical and specialized services of the drilling industry provided to applicant companies in the country's oil-rich regions during the first half of the current Iranian calendar year (March 21-September 22).
(2025-10-15). WFP releases September report on Iran. tehrantimes.com TEHRAN — The World Food Program (WFP) has released a report, expounding on activities in Iran over the month of September.
(2025-10-15). American 'puppet' bests Trump to win Nobel Peace Prize 2025. ummid.com Maria Corina Machado, Venezuela's Opposition Leader views as a puppet of the United States, has bagged the Nobel Peace Prize 2025 leaving Trump in shock.
(2025-10-15). 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.
(2025-10-15). Timelapse video shows Indonesian volcano erupting. aljazeera.com Timelapse video from Indonesia shows Mount Lewotobi Laki-Laki erupting on Flores island.
(2025-10-15). Sunday 11/2: Open Streets/Calles Libres Watsonville. indybay.org La Plazita (Watsonville City Plaza) 358 Main Street, Watsonville…
(2025-10-15). Partnerships are key to growing exports. sanews.gov.za Partnerships are key to growing exports | Deputy Minister of Trade, Industry and Competition, Zuko Godlimpi, says that export-led economic growth requires a partnership between government, business, and labour. ⚪ Godlimpi was speaking at the Export Symposium and Expo in Midrand, Gauteng, on Tuesday. ⚪ According to Godlimpi, in order to achieve export-led growth, government must create the enabling environment, negotiating market access, providing diplomatic support, offering financial support, delivering infrastructure, ensuring facilitative regulation, and providing market intelligence. ⚪ Godlimpi said busi…