(2025-10-26). The Voices Of Many Jews. popularresistance.org At last, at last, Jews with powerful voices have gathered en masse — a critical mass, I would say — to condemn Israel and the savage spree of murder, starvation and terror it inflicts as we speak upon the Palestinians of Gaza and the Occupied Territories of the West Bank. | You may by now be aware of the open letter signed by 450—plus American, European and Israeli Jews and made public this week. In it, this sprawling group of distinguished personages denounces the criminality of the Zionist regime and asserts "the universality of justice and the fair and equal application of international law."
(2025-10-26). Trump's Push To Uphold Gaza Ceasefire Is Creating A Political Crisis In Israel. popularresistance.org The succession of U.S. officials arriving in Tel Aviv over the week has fueled consternation in Israeli political circles as Washington ups the pressure on Israel to stick to U.S. President Donald Trump's Gaza ceasefire plan. Israeli political circles have bristled at having to bend to the American President's will, as opposition use the opportunity to lambast Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu for turning Israel into a "vassal" of the United States. | Virtually all of Trump's inner circle has made the rounds in Tel Aviv throughout the past week, including U.S. Special Envoy Steve Witkoff, Trump's son-in-l…
(2025-10-26). A Tale Of Two Ceasefires: Gaza And DRC. popularresistance.org Vice President JD Vance is in Israel, reportedly to see if he can salvage the ceasefire that began on October 10. Hamas has given Israel all 20 living hostages, and turned over the bodies of 13 of 28 dead ones. It says that retrieving the rest is going slowly because of the destruction it has to work around. Israeli forces have largely withdrawn to the negotiated yellow line, which means they still control 58% of Gaza by land area, and according to news reports, they are regularly killing Palestinians who get too close to that yellow line. The number of aid trucks that has entered Gaza since the ceasefire took ef…
(2025-10-26). Children Carrying Heaviest Burden of Israel's Genocide in Gaza. ummid.com From amputations to starvation and fetal deformities, Gaza's children carry the heaviest burden of Israel's genocide.
(2025-10-26). Gaza faces the threat of famine and humanitarian collapse once again. thecanary.co The Palestinian Centre for Human Rights warned of the continuing Israeli blockade and obstruction of humanitarian aid to the Gaza Strip — despite more than two weeks having passed since the ceasefire agreement came into effect — is exacerbating the humanitarian disaster and genocide and threatening the lives of millions. Gaza: still facing the threat […] | By
(2025-10-26). The Telegraph just let Jake Wallis Simons publish genocide denial. thecanary.co 
In a brief and poorly written article in the Telegraph, author Jake Wallis Simons has denied that Israel committed a genocide in Gaza. If you're wondering who Simons is, this is another one of his recent assertions: If you needed any further evidence of how dangerously unhinged @JakeWSimons is and how gullible and racist the […] | By
(2025-10-26). Israel is still trying to cover up evidence of its genocide in Gaza. thecanary.co The Euro-Mediterranean Human Rights Observatory has confirmed that Israel continues, in an organised and institutionalised manner, to implement a systematic policy of covering up material evidence of genocide, war crimes, and crimes against humanity committed over the past two years in the Gaza Strip, through field and administrative measures aimed at concealing the truth and […] | By
(2025-10-26). Complicity in Israeli Genocide: ICJ seeks Nicaragua's response on Germany's objections. ummid.com The International Court of Justice (ICJ) has asked Nicaragua to file its response by February 23, 2026 on Germany's objections in relation to the Israeli Genocide of Palestinians in Gaza.
(2025-10-26). Leading Jewish figures call for sanctions against Israel. ummid.com Over 400 prominent Jews, including Oscar winners, former officials and prominent authors, have called upon the United Nations and other world leaders to sanction Israel for committing Genocide in Gaza.
(2025-10-26). UN's Albanese: Starmer is a collaborator in genocide. thecanary.co 
Keir Starmer is a collaborator in genocide, according to a new report by UN Special Rapporteur for the Occupied Palestinian Territories (OPT) Francesca Albanese — and anyone who's been paying attention, of course — and collaborated in far more than simply trying to locate Israeli 'hostages'. Albanese's report notes that: From its bases in Cyprus, […] | By
(2025-10-26). Women in Gaza: giving life where the world delivers only death. thecanary.co At a time when bodies are piling up and homes are being demolished on top of their inhabitants, the women of Gaza remain a symbol of unbreakable resilience. After more than two years of Israel's war on Gaza — mothers, wives, and daughters continue to endure a collective suffering. Women in Gaza: 12,000 killed… and […] | By
(2025-10-26). Israeli Minister Suggests the IDF Should Shoot Children Near the 'Yellow Line' in Gaza. news.antiwar.com Israeli Minister of National Security Itamar Ben Gvir suggested that the Israeli military should shoot Palestinian children in Gaza who approach the so-called "yellow line," referring to the line Israeli troops withdrew to when the ceasefire went into effect. According to Israeli media, he made the comments during a recent security cabinet meeting. A military …
(2025-10-26). Saturday 10/25: Rally for Gaza. indybay.org Delucchi Park…
(2025-10-26). United Nations warns that the arrival of winter will worsen crisis in Gaza. radiohc.cu The United Nations Relief and Works Agency for Palestine Refugees in the Middle East (UNRWA) warned this Saturday about the danger that the arrival of winter poses for the population of Gaza. | "As winter approaches in Gaza, people increasingly need shelter and warmth," the UN agency stated on the social media platform X, referring to the humanitarian crisis the territory is experiencing after two years of Israeli aggression. | UNRWA called on Israel, for the umpteenth time, to fully reopen border crossings to increase the flow of humanitarian aid to this coastal enclave, where more than 68,000 deaths have been r…
(2025-10-26). Report: Israel Launched Airstrike in Gaza on Saturday After Getting US Approval. news.antiwar.com Israel launched an airstrike in Gaza on Saturday after notifying the US and getting approval to launch the attack, the Israeli news site Ynet has reported. The Israeli military launched the strike in the Nuseirat Refugee Camp in central Gaza, claiming it targeted a member of Palestinian Islamic Jihad (PIJ) who was planning an attack …
(2025-10-26). Tuesday 10/28: Webinar: Behind the Scenes at Rebuilding Alliance— Gaza Giving Cart. indybay.org Zoom | bit.ly/GazaGivingCart…
(2025-10-26). Manufacturing Consent For War With Venezuela. counterpunch.org It is no secret that Donald J. Trump, head of the American Empire, desperately wanted the Nobel Peace Prize. For months, he had been lobbying for it, presenting himself as a peacemaker. A "humanitarian who can move mountains with the sheer force of his will". His lust for the prize, driven at least in part by the fact that Barack Obama won it in 2009, led Pakistan's government to publicly nominate him in June as a means of gratifying his ego. And the recent Gaza ceasefire deal he brokered, mere days before the award was to be announced, bolstered speculation that Trump might actually win the award. Perhaps that i…
(2025-10-26). Hamas: No objection to Gaza administration, weapons issue still under discussion. thecanary.co Khalil al-Hayya, a member of the political bureau of the Islamic Resistance Movement (Hamas) in Gaza, confirmed that the war with the Israeli occupation is over, pointing to Israel's failure to achieve its objectives over the past two years. In an interview with Al Jazeera, he added that the movement will not give the occupation […] | By
(2025-10-26). Modi's absence from Gaza Summit marks shrinking of India's moral footprint. ummid.com PM Modi's absence from the Gaza Summit in Sharm El Sheikh, Egypt is less an accident and more a revelation of priorities: arms trade over human rights, alignment over autonomy.
(2025-10-26). Israeli forces conduct targeted strike on suspect in central Gaza. tribune.com.pk 
Israeli forces carried out a "targeted strike" on an individual in central Gaza who was planning to attack Israeli troops, Israel's military said on Saturday. | A US-backed ceasefire is in force between Israel and the Palestinian militant group Hamas just over two years since the war in the Gaza Strip began, but each side has accused the other of violations. | Israel said it had targeted a member of Islamic Jihad. On Sunday, the Palestinian militant group said in a statement that the Israeli military's claim of a planned attack by the group was a "mere fallacious allegation". | It did not say whether one of it…
(2025-10-26). ICJ issues fresh advisory over Israel's crimes against Palestinians in Gaza. ummid.com The International Court of Justice (ICJ) Wednesday October 22, 2025 issued fresh advisory to Israel as "Occupying Power" asking it to protect Palestinians from forced transfer and deportation.
(2025-10-26). First Circuit Judges Strike down Israel Lobby Suit against MIT for Permitting Gaza Protests. juancole.com Ann Arbor (Informed Comment) — Erik Uebelacker at Courthouse News Service reports that a three-judge appeals panel of the US Court of Appeals, First Circuit, in Boston, struck down a lawsuit by a pro-Israel pressure group against the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) alleging that the university permitted pro-Palestine students to harass Jewish students. The …
truthout.org (2025-10-26). Israel and US Scorn ICJ Ruling Against Starving Civilians as Method of Warfare
This week the International Court of Justice (ICJ or World Court) told Israel what seems obvious to any reasonable person — that it cannot starve civilians as a method of warfare. But Israel does not act in accordance with international law
(2025-10-26). No To A US War On Venezuela! popularresistance.org For the past few weeks the Trump administration has intensified its long-standing aggression against Venezuela by deploying warships (including a nuclear submarine) in the Caribbean Sea in a purported anti-narcotics operation. US forces have carried out at least five incidents of strikes on boats in Venezuelan waters to date, killing 37 people. Trump's latest move has been to authorise the CIA to conduct covert operations inside Venezuela. | President Nicolas Maduro, as Venezuela's current leader, has been a focus of this 'war on drugs' narrative, justifying the US's illegal actions by demonising him as a 'narco-…
(2025-10-26). US Deploying Aircraft Carrier Strike Group Near Venezuela as Regime Change Push Heats Up. news.antiwar.com The US military is deploying an aircraft carrier to the waters near South America as the Trump administration continues its military buildup in the Caribbean and its push toward war with Venezuela. Sean Parnell, a US War Department spokesman, wrote on X on Friday that the USS Gerald Ford and its strike group, which includes …
(2025-10-26). Pakistan storms into Asian Youth Games volleyball semifinals. tribune.com.pk 
The Pakistan Volleyball Team continued its outstanding performance at the 3rd Asian Youth Games 2025 by defeating China in straight sets in the quarterfinals on Sunday. | Pakistan triumphed 3-0, with set scores of 25-12, 25-13, and 25-17, demonstrating confidence, skill, and teamwork throughout the match. From the first serve, the young Pakistani players dominated the court with solid defense, precise spikes, and strong strategic coordination, according to a press release. | Key performers included Khizar Hayat, Muhammad Yahya, Muhammad Anas, and Ajmal Junaid, whose consistent play and determination were instr…
(2025-10-26). Hallan sin vida a Luis Pérez Rodríguez, desaparecido desde el jueves por crecida del Río Sagua, en Holguín. cubadebate.cu Con gran pesar, las autoridades informaron este sábado del hallazgo sin vida de Luis Pérez Rodríguez, de 64 años de edad, quien se encontraba desaparecido desde la mañana del pasado jueves 23 de octubre. Después de una intensa búsqueda, a las 2: 15 p.m. de este sábado, su cuerpo fue descubierto en la zona de la desembocadura del Río Sagua.
(2025-10-26). Trump says he can 'quickly solve' Pakistan-Afghanistan conflict. geo.tv 
US President Donald Trump speaks ahead of the signing of a ceasefire deal between Cambodia and Thailand on the sidelines of the 47th Association of Southeast Asian Nations summit in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, October 26, 2025. — ReutersUS president says he ended eight wars in eight…
(2025-10-26). Did Zelensky wear high heels to look taller. albawaba.com 
ALBAWABA – Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky was mocked by social media users after a photo went viral where the leader was reportedly seen wearing high heels during his trip to Europe.Zelensky landed in Brussels on Oct. 23, where he met European Council President Antonio Costa, before joining the European Council meeting.Costa said during a press conference before the meeting that the EU "will support Ukraine as long as necessary and at any cost."A picture of Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky allegedly wearing high heels. (X)Activists online allegedly claimed that Zelensky wore shoes that added 6 cm to…
(2025-10-26). SARS welcomes decision to delist SA from FATF greylist. sanews.gov.za SARS welcomes decision to delist SA from FATF greylist | The South African Revenue Service (SARS) Commissioner, Edward Kieswetter, has welcomed the decision by the Financial Action Task Force (FATF) to delist South Africa from its grey list of jurisdictions under increased monitoring. | "This is a significant moment for our country and a testament to the whole of government approach and its institutions to restore the integrity of our financial system," the Commissioner said on Friday. | The decision to delist South Africa was taken at the conclusion of meetings of the FATF Plenary, which took place over 22-24 O…
(2025-10-26). IKEA unveils super comfortable bed, but not for humans! albawaba.com 
ALBAWABA – People were shocked by the newly released advanced bed by IKEA after the company said it is not made for human use. What is the deal?The Swedish company's UAE branch uncovered a new tiny bed a few days ago; however, it added that it is especially crafted for people's smartphones, leaving people confused, questioning, "Why would phones need a bed?"The tiny bed is part of the company's Phone Sleep Collection and includes wood slats, bedding, and an embedded NFC chip, outlets reported.IKEA unveils a comfortable bed for smartphones. (IKEA UAE)The new smart bed is aimed at getting customers to actually log…
(2025-10-26). MDCAT 2025 begins across Pakistan today despite calls for postponement. tribune.com.pk 
The Medical and Dental College Admission Test (MDCAT) 2025 is being held nationwide on Sunday, with a total of 140,125 candidates registered nationwide to sit the exam. | Sukkur IBA University Vice Chancellor Asif Ahmed Sheikh said candidates must report by 6: 30am, while the test is expected to begin between 9: 00am and 10: 00am. Examination papers will be unsealed at 8: 15am across all centres. | Each centre will accommodate a different number of candidates, and full security arrangements, including metal and signal detectors, have been put in place. Sukkur IBA Testing Service (STS) has deployed officers and foc…
(2025-10-26). PM Shehbaz to embark on three-day visit to Riyadh. tribune.com.pk 
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif is due to depart for Riyadh tomorrow on a three-day official visit to Saudi Arabia, according to a statement released by the Foreign Office on Sunday. | The prime minister will be accompanied by a high-level delegation, including Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar and senior members of the federal cabinet. | üîäPR No.3Ô∏è‚É£1Ô∏è‚É£8Ô∏è‚É£/2Ô∏è‚É£0Ô∏è‚É£2&Oci…
(2025-10-26). 'Broken Images' turns the mirror back on all of us. tribune.com.pk 
You don't need to be a theatre person to understand Broken Images. You just need to have grown up here — thinking in Urdu, writing in English, and never fully trusting either. | Directed by Yogeshwar Karera and staged by the Mauj Collective at T2F, the play is adapted from Girish Karnad's play originally written in Kannada. Raana Kazmi plays Mahjabeen Raza, an Urdu short-story writer who becomes famous for her English-language novel The River Has No Memories. The story explores success, guilt, and how easily someone can lose control of their own story — especially when they're the one who wrote it.
(2025-10-26). Iranian rowers could have performed better: Farzam. tehrantimes.com TEHRAN — Afshin Farzam, head coach of Iran's men's rowing team, said that they could have performed better at the 2025 Asian Championships held in Vietnam last week.
(2025-10-26). Historic first for Iran women in 2025 World Para Powerlifting Championships. tehrantimes.com TEHRAN – From raw emotions to thrilling performances and historic feats, the Cairo 2025 World Para Powerlifting Championships delivered 10 days of unforgettable action as athletes battled for glory.
(2025-10-26). Ex-Iran football defender Karegarjam passes away. tehrantimes.com TEHRAN — Former Iran national team player Akbar Kargarjam, who also represented Esteghlal club, passed away on Sunday in Tehran.
(2025-10-26). US Sanctions Colombia's President Petro Amid Spat Over Boat Strikes. news.antiwar.com The Trump administration announced on Friday that it was imposing sanctions on Colombian President Gustavo Petro amid a spat between the Colombian leader and President Trump over the US bombing campaign against boats in Latin America. In a statement on the sanctions, US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent accused Petro of allowing "drug cartels to flourish" …
(2025-10-26). Cuban President Miguel Díaz-Canel calls for facing extreme situations with unity. radiohc.cu The First Secretary of the Central Committee of the Communist Party of Cuba (PCC) and President of the Republic, Miguel Díaz-Canel, stated this Friday that experience shows that when facing extreme situations such as a lack of food, medicine, and hygiene and sanitation, unity leads to good results. | In Pinar del Río, where his working visit to municipalities continued, the head of state emphasized that the province has reached higher levels of planting of foodstuffs such as plantains, rice, and beans, which, although insufficient, demonstrate the will of the territory and its inhabitants. | He stated that Cuba m…
(2025-10-26). Air pollution in Lahore, Punjab cities reaches 'hazardous' category. tribune.com.pk 
Air pollution in Lahore and several other cities across Punjab reached hazardous levels on Sunday. According to the global air quality monitoring organisation IQAir, Lahore recorded the world's worst air quality with an average Air Quality Index (AQI) of 378, followed by Delhi at 288 and Tashkent at 175. | Official provincial data shows that Sheikhupura recorded the highest pollution level in Punjab with an AQI of 500, placing it in the "extremely hazardous" category. Lahore followed with 372, Gujranwala with 294, Faisalabad with 255, and Multan with 194. | The top ten most polluted cities also included Sargod…
(2025-10-26). Lawsuit Aims to Protect Whales in California From Deadly Ship Strikes. indybay.org OAKLAND, Calif., Oakland 23, 2025 — The Center for Biological Diversity and Friends of the Earth sued the Trump administration today for failing to analyze how California shipping lane designations harm whales and sea turtles, such as by increasing vessel strikes and noise pollution.
(2025-10-26). Saturday 11/1: SF World Vegan Fest. indybay.org SMC Event Center 1111 Gough Street San Francisco, CA, 94109 | SMC Event Center, located below St. Mary's Cathedral…
(2025-10-26). Prisoner Execution law — Ben-Gvir wants to turn Israeli cells into death chambers. thecanary.co 
A new law under discussion in the Israeli occupation's Knesset has spread fear among Palestinian families and human rights organisations. On 28 September 2025, the Knesset's National Security Committee approved draft legislation imposing the death penalty on any Palestinian who intentionally or negligently causes the death of an Israeli citizen "out of racial or ideological […] | By
(2025-10-26). AJK power talks: Zardari, Shehbaz discuss coalition possibilities. tribune.com.pk 
President Asif Ali Zardari has contacted Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif by telephone to discuss the Pakistan Peoples Party's (PPP) decision to form a government in Azad Jammu and Kashmir (AJK), taking the premier into confidence over the move, sources said on Sunday. | According to party sources, Prime Minister Shehbaz has tasked the Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz (PML-N) AJK Affairs Committee with holding negotiations with the PPP on the matter. | The committee is headed by Ahsan Iqbal, with Rana Sanaullah and Amir Muqam as members. Before initiating talks with the PPP, the committee had begun consultations with…
(2025-10-26). Iran's saffron exports surge 73% as UAE tops buyers. tehrantimes.com TEHRAN — Iran exported more than 99.5 tons of saffron, valued at over $94 million, in the first half of the current Iranian year (March 21—September 22), marking a 73 percent increase in volume and a $45 million rise in export value compared with the same period last year, according to data from Iran's Customs Administration.
(2025-10-26). Presidente de Türkiye reitera pedido de reestructuración del Consejo de Seguridad de ONU. radiohc.cu El presidente turco Recep Tayyip Erdoƒüan, reiteró este sábado su llamado a la reestructuración del Consejo de Seguridad de Naciones Unidas, con el objetivo de que ese órgano pueda responder a las legítimas aspiraciones de todos los pueblos del mundo. | En un mensaje difundido con motivo del Día de las Naciones Unidas y del 80 aniversario de la fundación de la organización, el primer mandatario felicitó a la ONU por su trayectoria y recordó que fue creada tras las dos guerras mundiales con la finalidad de preservar la paz, la solidaridad y la cooperación internacional. | Erdoƒüan destacó que,…
(2025-10-26). Bob Vylan speaks on British Airways panic-dumping Louis Theroux. thecanary.co 
British Airways have paused their sponsorship of the Louis Theroux podcast. According to them, a recent interview with Bob Vylan frontman Bobby Vylan breached their content policy of not sponsoring "politically sensitive or controversial subject matters". Given that this is Louis Theroux we're talking about, the internet has reacted with shock and awe: Louis Theroux […] | By
(2025-10-26). Community Leaders Gather To Honor Solomon Northup. popularresistance.org Boston, MA — The Commonwealth of Massachusetts, City of Boston, and community partners gathered this week to celebrate the unveiling of Hope Out of Darkness, the first-ever bronze sculpture honoring 19th-century abolitionist Solomon Northup (1807—unknown), author of Twelve Years A Slave. The installation, created by Emmy and Oscar-winning sculptor Wesley Wofford, FNSS, was unveiled before an audience of civic leaders, artists, descendants, and residents at the Boston Harbor Islands Welcome Center on the Rose Kennedy Greenway on Wednesday. | The legacy of Solomon Northup was recognized by Massachusetts…
(2025-10-26). Her rape complaint against Maharashtra cop ignored, doctor ends life. ummid.com A doctor serving at a Government hospital in Maharashtra's Satara district allegedly committed suicide even as her complaint of against a Sub Inspector, lodged four months ago, waited for action.
(2025-10-26). Study: How Black Holes, Cosmic Jets Team Up to Shape Galaxies. ummid.com A team of astronomers at the Indian Institute of Astrophysics (IIA) in a new study have found how black holes and cosmic jets together shape the galaxies and suppress the birth of new stars around the galaxies.
(2025-10-26). Private sector officials meet with President Pezeshkian. tehrantimes.com TEHRAN — President Masoud Pezeshkian met with members of the Iran Chamber of Commerce, Industries, Mines and Agriculture (ICCIMA) for the third time, in a session focused on restructuring Iran's economic governance and reviewing restrictive laws that hinder business and trade activity, including the Law on Combating Goods and Currency Smuggling.
(2025-10-26). Sunday 11/16: Public Meeting: We Will Not Pay For Their Crisis! indybay.org Niebyl Proctor Library | 6501 Telegraph Ave, Oakland…
(2025-10-26). At Request of Billionaire 'Friends,' Trump Pulls Plug on Troop Deployment to San Francisco – For Now. indybay.org October 23, 2025 – After threatening for days to deploy troops to San Francisco, President Donald Trump announced that he would pull back for the moment, apparently after some of his billionaire "friends" in the city called him and asked him not to.
(2025-10-26). Bol and Duplantis are Once Again the Kings of Europe. radiohc.cu Havana, October 25 (RHC) — Today, Dutchwoman Femke Bol and Swedish athlete Armand Duplantis were chosen as the best European athletes of 2025, at a gala filled with orange and blue on the Black Sea coast. | Bol, who retained her world title in the 400m hurdles this year with a time of 51.54 in Tokyo, took home the coveted award for the third time, equaling Britain's Mo Farah's historic record. The Dutchwoman, a symbol of elegance and power, thus capped off another dream season. | On the men's side, Duplantis once again raised the bar—literally—by setting a world record of 6.30 meters, his fourtee…
(2025-10-26). Against U.S. military aggression on Venezuela & all imperialist presence in Latin America. indybay.org Working class organizations throughout the world made a statement calling for global united action against the imminent invasion of Venezuela by the US…
(2025-10-26). Honduras in its labyrinth. uwidata.com By Sergio Rodríguez Gelfenstein One of the most rewarding and gratifying things about writing is the exchange with readers. Every week, I receive an average of around 80 messages with opinions, reflections, or simply acknowledgments, almost always expressing satisfaction. All of this makes me happy and motivates me to work harder to do even better. …
(2025-10-26). Kachehri Chowk revamp set to start, easing traffic in Rawalpindi. tribune.com.pk 
A major remodelling project for Kachehri Chowk, one of the busiest intersections linking Rawalpindi city, the cantonment area and the GT Road is set to begin shortly. | Work has already begun on the University side, while the formal launch of the project is expected in the first week of November. More than 200,000 vehicles pass through Kachehri Chowk daily, with frequent congestion caused by traffic signals at Annexy, Kachehri and University Chowks. | Under the project, flyovers and underpasses will be built from Police Annex Chowk to University Chowk. The City Traffic Police Rawalpindi has drawn up a detailed…
(2025-10-26). The attack comes from the right – The defense from below. indybay.org "The rule of law is being dismantled where it is most urgently needed. This is not a change of course. It is an authoritarian turn using legal means."
(2025-10-26). Saturday 10/25: Restore the Frontier: a walking tour. indybay.org meet in the lobby of the American Youth Hostel | 312 Mason Street | San Francisco, CA…
(2025-10-26). Cuba: Defensa Civil establece fase de alerta ciclónica para las provincias orientales por cercanía de huracán Melissa. radiohc.cu El Estado Mayor Nacional de la Defensa Civil (EMNDC) de Cuba estableció este sábado la fase de Alerta Ciclónica para las provincias orientales del país ante el potencial peligro que representa el huracán Melissa. | Desde las 15: 00, hora local, se activó la Fase de Alerta Ciclónica para los territorios orientales de Guantánamo, Santiago de Cuba, Granma, Holguín, Las Tunas y Camagàºey y la Fase Informativa para las provincias de Ciego de àÅvila y Sancti Spíritus. | De acuerdo con la Nota Informativa No. 2 del EMNDC, la decisión toma en cuenta la posible trayectoria y evolución del huracán, que en las pró…
(2025-10-26). The CDC Diaspora Fights Back. popularresistance.org Atlanta, Georgia – The scientists gathering inside a cavernous convention hall here this week weren't chanting or carrying protest signs or wearing frog costumes. But over the course of four days, they engaged in what felt like their own brand of political resistance. | They were there for IDWeek, the annual gathering of professional societies that work on infectious diseases. And in many ways the meeting was like any other medical conference. Participants attended mostly narrow, technical lectures on topics like tuberculosis, HIV, and tropical diseases—one session had the title of "Big Beasts of Clinical M…
(2025-10-26). The night hope came to Darlington, in the form of the new Green Party leader. thecanary.co 
The central hall in the Dolphin in Darlington wasn't just a venue on Friday evening, it was an anomaly. In this tiny, post-industrial town in the north, the population has been lost for a long time, reeling from the fall of the 'Red Wall,' and desperate for change. Years of lack of funding, being ignored […] | By
(2025-10-26). Family as heartbeat of art and human connection. tehrantimes.com TEHRAN — Marking the 63rd anniversary of diplomatic relations, the Embassy of the Republic of Korea in Tehran hosted the Korea-Iran Calligraphy Exhibition on October 23rd in a vibrant celebration of cultural ties at the Ambassador's Residence.
(2025-10-26). The journey of sikh sacred music across borders. tribune.com.pk 
Pakistan is home to approximately 20,000 Sikhs. A small minority compared to the millions who lived in Punjab before Partition. There are roughly 200 historical Sikh shrines noted by Iqbal Qaiser in Historical Sikh Shrines in Pakistan. The Pakistan Sikh Gurdwara Prabandhak Committee (PSGPC) currently manages around 21 gurdwaras, according to their website. In these sanctuaries, kirtan is the heartbeat of Sikh liturgical life. | The Sikh Gurus made music central to worship. The Guru Granth Sahib, Sikhism's scripture, stands out among world religious texts, which are arranged by Raags, which are the melodic fram…
(2025-10-26). Reform get Sunday interview slot over Plaid Cymru despite humiliating loss. thecanary.co 
Given Plaid Cymru's historic win in Caerphilly, you'd think they'd be all over the Sunday interviews this weekend. That is, unless you're familiar with these shows, of course, in which case you no doubt assumed they'd have Reform on no matter what: Normal service on #TrevorPhillips & #BBCLauraK. Days after Plaid Cymru won the #Caerphilly […] | By
(2025-10-26). How encryption protects journalists and human rights defenders in West Africa. globalvoices.org 
(2025-10-26). SNAP program: Hunger in the land of milk and honey. indybay.org People standing in line for a free meal in Berkeley from Food Not Bombs at People's Park, before it was demolished.
(2025-10-26). PTI rally in Karak: K-P CM Afridi says federal govt owes Rs550bn to tribal districts. tribune.com.pk 
Sohail Afridi, Khyber-Pakhtunkhwa Chief Minister, speaking at a Pakistan Tehreek-i-Insaf (PTI) rally in Karak on Sunday, highlighted pending federal funds for the tribal districts, saying, "For the administration of tribal areas, we promised 100 billion from the tribal districts. The federal government owes 550 billion to these areas". | Afridi also stressed securing additional federal funds and providing scholarships for local students, while emphasising that peace and good governance remain the government's primary focus. | He added that the province's share was being withheld, noting, "They are withholding…
(2025-10-26). Ronaldo skips, but Al Nassr vs FC Goa ACL2 clash leaves fans in frenzy. ummid.com Saudi Pro League giant Al Nassr will be playing its AFC Champions League Two match against FC Goa without its Captain Cristiano Ronaldo, but football fans in the Indian coastal state are already in frenzy.
(2025-10-26). Two Flights from US Bring 520 Migrants Back to Venezuela Deported Under Controversial Policies. orinocotribune.com Caracas ( Flight number 80 of the Return to the Homeland Plan landed on Friday, October 24, carrying 312 nationals deported from Texas under what Venezuelan authorities describe as racist and xenophobic US policies. This group consisted of 260 men, 50 women, and two children. | It was preceded by flight number 79, which arrived on Wednesday from El Paso,…
(2025-10-26). China: Arbitrary detention of Swedish publisher Gui Minhai. fidh.org On the tenth anniversary of the kidnapping of Swedish publisher and writer Gui Minhai, human rights organisations, including the International Federation for Human Rights (FIDH) and the World Organisation Against Torture (OMCT), within the framework of the Observatory for the Protection of Human Rights Defenders, call for his immediate release.
15 October 2025. We, the undersigned press freedom, journalists, human rights, international organisations, strongly condemn the Chinese (…) | – |
(2025-10-26). Right-wing Extremism in Germany. indybay.org Given the escalating reality of the deadly crisis, nothing is more unrealistic than the supposed "pragmatism without illusions" (Robert Kurz) to which so-called realpolitik has committed itself. The less people are disturbed by the suffering of others caused by the totality of capitalist socialization in its crisis processes, the more rapidly the catastrophe gains momentum.
(2025-10-26). Authenticity for sale. tribune.com.pk 
Authenticity is the internet's most sought-after illusion. When social media first promised a democratic space where anyone could speak, the appeal lay in its spontaneous and unorchestrated communication —its sense of being "real". But as platforms professionalised, so did their users and the line between self-expression and self-promotion blurred. Today, even the most "unedited", raw story is shaped by the logic of the algorithm. The grainy selfie, the offhand confession, all these have become part of an established visual language that in good ornbad faith evokes trust in users and followers. | Brands…
(2025-10-26). Geopolitics isn't killing global supply chains — it's powering them. links.org.au 
Benjamin Selwyn argues that geopolitical rivalries have stimulated the development of advanced technologies which in turn then have helped to shape global supply chains.
(2025-10-26). A Nation at War. The "Peace President" Prefers Creating Lots of Enemies. globalresearch.ca We are nine months into the Donald Trump presidency and the road ahead seems pretty clear.
(2025-10-26). SSC CHSL 2025 Self Slot Selection Starts Today; Steps, Link. ummid.com Candidates, who have registered for the SSC CHSL Tier 1 Exam, can use the Self Slot Selection link on the official website 'ssc.gov.in' to chose their exam city, exam centre and test slot.
(2025-10-26). Emergency Rally in San Jose Opposes ICE in the Bay Area. indybay.org Community members in San Jose held an emergency rally in front of City Hall on October 23 to protest ICE in the Bay Area.
(2025-10-26). Extensive restoration of historical monuments underway in Fars province. tehrantimes.com TEHRAN ⚪ Head of Fars Cultural Heritage Department Sadegh Zare' announced the implementation of restoration operations for 34 historical monuments in different parts of the province.
(2025-10-26). Sino-Dutch dispute over chipmaker Nexperia puts car sector supply chain at risk. scmp.com Semiconductor manufacturer Nexperia's homebase in Nijmegen — the biggest city in Gelderland, the Netherlands' largest province — offers few clues that it sits in the eye of a storm that threatens to disrupt the global car industry's supply chain. | Dutch daily newspaper De Gelderlander, for example, featured more local stories including an explosion at a neighbourhood cannabis store, referred to as "coffeeshop".
(2025-10-26). Organizaciones dominicanas rechazan despliegue militar de EEUU en el Caribe. radiohc.cu Una veintena de organizaciones políticas y sociales de la República Dominicana rechazaron este sábado el despliegue por parte de Estados Unidos del portaaviones USS Gerald R. Ford, el mayor del mundo, en aguas del Caribe. | Manifestaron que el incremento de las fuerzas militares estadounidenses en la región, en medio de la alta tensión con Venezuela, constituye una amenaza contra la soberanía de ese país, Colombia y otros pueblos del Caribe, y pone en riesgo la paz en la zona. | Afirmaron que Estados Unidos utiliza el discurso del "combate al narcotráfico" para encubrir su política de guerra, dominación neocoloni…
(2025-10-26). US Secretary of State Marco Rubio's Colombian "Narcoterrorist" Hypocrisy. globalresearch.ca Scroll down for AI Spanish Translation | Desplácese hacia abajo para ver la traducción al español de IA | La hipocresía "narcoterrorista" colombiana del Secretario de Estado de los Estados Unidos, Marco Rubio.: | *** | On October 22, President Trump's Secretary of State, …
(2025-10-26). China is supporting multilateralism one institution at a time. scmp.com The International Organisation for Mediation (IOMed) was inaugurated at its headquarters in Wan Chai on Monday, bringing the new China-led mechanism into operation to fill the void in dispute resolution. With 37 signatories, the organisation is attracting Western interest, particularly from Switzerland. | The IOMed is just one among several bodies announced by or established in China this year. They include the World Artificial Intelligence Cooperation Organisation, Unesco's International…
(2025-10-26). Presidente de Cuba sostuvo fraternal encuentro con alto dirigente partidista de Angola. radiohc.cu Miguel Díaz-Canel, Primer Secretario del Comité Central del Partido Comunista de Cuba (PCC) y Presidente de la República, sostuvo este sábado en La Habana un encuentro con el secretario de Reforma del Estado, Administración y Gobierno Local de Angola, Mário Pinto de Andrade, ocasión en la que ratificaron la fortaleza de los vínculos bilaterales.
(2025-10-26). Tariffs: Everything You Wanted to Know but Were Afraid to Ask the Bond Markets. indybay.org As with Trump's tariffs, political hyperactivity hides the historical impotence of the capitalist narrative… While human toil continues to be exploited at ever-increasing rates, and politics fades into a tragicomic act, capitalist societies enslave themselves to the despotic dictates of debt-soaked financial speculation.
(2025-10-26). UK clears £10 mn boost to protect Muslims from hate crimes. ummid.com The Keir Starmer government in UK has announced £10 million additional fund for the protection of Muslim community centers, faith schools and mosques from hate crimes.
(2025-10-26). Brigitte Macron's gender mix-up: Tax website lists her as man. albawaba.com 
ALBAWABA – The birth gender of France's First Lady, Brigitte Macron, is still causing wide fuss across France. Brigitte has recently discovered that she is registered as a male on the official tax website of the European country, according to local outlet L'essentiel.BFMTV released a new documentary confirming that Brigitte Macron filed a lawsuit after figuring out that her name had been changed to "Jean-Michel" on the official French tax website, raising more doubts about her real birth gender.France's President Emmanuel Macron and his wife Brigitte Macron attend a ceremony during their visit to The British Muse…
(2025-10-26). Between xenophobia and solidarity: My story of migration to Colombia. globalvoices.org 
I learned from migrating that we are not our nationalityOriginally published on By Sofía (pseudonym), a member of I was 12 years old when my mother decided to migrate to Colombia from our home in Venezuela. I never im…
(2025-10-26). 18 Muslims in RJD first list of 143 for 2025 Bihar Elections. ummid.com As many as 18 Muslims have been included in the Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD) first list of 143 candidates nominated for the 2025 Bihar Assembly Elections.
(2025-10-26). Noboa's Iron Fist Forces End Of CONAIE's National Strike In Ecuador. popularresistance.org After more than 30 days of demonstrations, roadblocks, military convoys, repression, clashes, marches, sit-ins, and more, the national strike called by the Confederation of Indigenous Nationalities of Ecuador (CONAIE) has ended. | The strike was initially called to protest against the elimination of the diesel subsidy by the right-wing government of Daniel Noboa. Diesel is the most widely used fuel among farmers, peasants, and transporters, and it is also the cheapest. | The CONAIE Statement | A few days ago, negotiations between the government and CONAIE were suspended due to a lack of agreement and, according t…
(2025-10-26). National Cancer Institute making strides in improving public health. tehrantimes.com TEHRAN — The Motamed Cancer Institute, which has recently raised its status to the Iranian National Cancer Institute, continues to make significant steps toward improving the public health and well-being of society.
(2025-10-26). Who's Financing Trump's Gilded Ballroom? Weapons Makers, Tech Giants, Private Equity, and More. indybay.org "Demolishing the East Wing is bad enough, but carving the names of corporations and billionaires into the White House walls would mark a permanent scar on the People's House."
(2025-10-26). Fire breaks out at girls' primary school in Swat. tribune.com.pk 
(2025-10-26). President Ramaphosa showcases South Africa as prime investment destination. sanews.gov.za President Ramaphosa showcases South Africa as prime investment destination | By Neo Bodumela | Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia — President Cyril Ramaphosa has reaffirmed South Africa as a suitable investment destination — underscoring government's continued efforts to cut red tape and ongoing structural reforms as tangible efforts to fostering a more business-friendly climate. | The President participated in a fireside discussion at the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) Business and Investment Summit held in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, on Saturday. | The business and investment summit was held on the…
(2025-10-26). Labour dying as Greens surge ahead? Starmer only has himself to blame. thecanary.co A fresh survey this week suggested Labour has plummeted to fourth place in voter intentions, behind not just the Conservatives and Reform UK, but potentially even the Greens. Starmer: turbocharging Labour's demise Keir Starmer isn't just floundering, he is actively accelerating the death of the Labour Party, turning what was once a party of workers […] | By
(2025-10-26). Trump headlines ASEAN summit as Thailand, Cambodia reach ceasefire deal. tribune.com.pk 
The leaders of Thailand and Cambodia signed an expanded ceasefire deal on Sunday, watched over by US President Donald Trump, who landed in Malaysia for the ASEAN Summit and to oversee a series of pivotal trade talks on the sidelines. | Thai Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul and his Cambodian counterpart Hun Manet signed the agreement at a ceasefire ceremony in front of a sign that read "Delivering Peace", building on a truce signed three months ago. | "This declaration, if fully implemented, will provide the building blocks for a lasting peace, but more importantly, it will begin the process of mending our ti…
(2025-10-26). SA entrepreneurs explore manufacturing and trade opportunities in Vietnam. sanews.gov.za SA entrepreneurs explore manufacturing and trade opportunities in Vietnam | By Dikeledi Molobela | Hanoi, Vietnam — Following President Cyril Ramaphosa's State Visit to the Socialist Republic of Vietnam, the Department of Small Business Development (DSBD), led by Minister Stella Ndabeni, embarked on a practical learning and trade mission that brought South African entrepreneurs face to face with some of Vietnam's most successful small and medium enterprises (SMEs). | The Minister was joined by a delegation of 11 entrepreneurs representing a wide range of sectors — from beauty, agro-processing, medicin…
(2025-10-26). Dubai gears up for 2025 Library and Publishing Summit. ummid.com Dubai is all set to host the Second Edition of the International Library and Publishing Summit 2025 under the theme 'The Future of the Publishing Industry'.
(2025-10-26). Eskom maintains over 98% electricity supply reliability. sanews.gov.za Eskom maintains over 98% electricity supply reliability | During the current financial year, Eskom has ensured a consistent electricity supply for over 98% of the time due to the ongoing technical improvements achieved under the power utility's Generation Recovery Plan. | As a result of this work, the power system continues to be stable, resilient and reliable with the plan yielding sustained grid stability and on-going efficiencies. | The country has gone 161 consecutive days without loadshedding, with only 26 hours recorded between 1 April and 23 October 2025. | "Generation performance has improved significantl…
(2025-10-26). AUKUS Reloaded: Trump's Billion-Dollar Push Turning Australia into America's Indo-Pacific Arsenal against China. globalresearch.ca In the busy Indo-Pacific, where over 60 percent of global sea trade flows, the US, UK, and Australia are deepening their strategic alignment. This week, during Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese's White House visit, President Donald Trump
(2025-10-26). Archaeologists urged to examine the historical sites of Shahnameh. tehrantimes.com TEHRAN – There are numerous cities and geographical areas in Ferdowsi's masterpiece Shahnameh that can be the starting point for archaeological studies, Iranian scholar and expert on Shahnameh, Mohammad Rasouli, has said.
(2025-10-26). Built from the battle. tribune.com.pk 
The music of her life used to be the sound of gloves hitting the bag, sneakers gripping the mat, and laughter echoing through the gym after another exhausting round. Fitness wasn't something Jovita did, it was who she was. "Before cancer, fitness was just part of who I was," she says, smiling softly at the memory. "I loved being athletic. It made me feel confident and strong. Back then, I focused more on aesthetics and performance than on health itself. I didn't realize how much it would later become my lifeline." | In those days, she was training to become an athlete, moving through life with rhythm and drive…
(2025-10-26). Salma series' stars top Turkish ones in performing. albawaba.com 
ALBAWABA – The Arabic version of the Turkish series "Kadin" [Woman] titled "Salma" was first aired on Monday, August 17, and with 54 episodes released, fans are obsessed with the outstanding performance of the Syrian and Lebanese stars.Salma series has left its own unique print, surpassing the original in conveying the intensity of emotions and the sincerity of moments of sadness and joy, along with the remarkable performances of the actors, which have brought new life to the events.The series airs weekly from Sunday to Thursday on Shahid and MBC1, generating significant interaction and widespread discussion acro…
(2025-10-26). ALBA-TCP revokes Bolivia's membership due to colonialist conduct of incoming government. radiohc.cu The states of the Bolivarian Alliance for the Peoples of Our America-People's Trade Agreement (ALBA-TCP) have decided to suspend the far-right government that will be installed in Bolivia, because its anti-Bolivarian, anti-Latin American, pro-imperialist, and colonialist conduct is not in line with the principles of the integration bloc. | ALBA-TCP declared that this suspension "does not affect the permanent, affectionate, and supportive ties we maintain with the Bolivian people, with whom we will continue working and supporting their development and well-being." | The text stated that the public statements issue…
(2025-10-26). PM Shehbaz announces new gas connections for domestic consumers. tribune.com.pk 
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has announced the opening of new gas connections for domestic consumers. | He was addressing a ceremony related to the resumption of Regasified Liquefied Natural Gas (RLNG) connections to domestic consumers in Islamabad on Sunday. | He said the government took the decision in response to long-standing public demand. | The prime minister recalled that in 2022, there was immense public pressure for gas connections, but the government was facing challenges. | He emphasised that with this landmark decision, the public will now be able to access affordable and quality fuel. | In a vide…
(2025-10-26). Venezuela Moves to Strip Leopoldo López of Citizenship Over US Invasion Remarks, López Responds With Confession. orinocotribune.com Caracas ( Venezuelan Vice President Delcy Rodríguez reported Saturday, October 25, that the request cites López's illegal calls for a military invasion of Venezuela, his promotion of a permanent economic blockade, and his appeals for the mass murder of the Venezuelan people in complicity with foreign powers. Rodríguez stated that the legal step has been taken in accordance…
(2025-10-26). Trump performs his famous dance in Malaysia. albawaba.com ALBAWABA – U.S. President Donald Trump landed in Malaysia on an official diplomatic trip to Asia. Upon landing, he was welcomed by Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim in Kuala Lumpur.According to CNN, Trump will also be visiting Japan and South Korea as part of his five-day Asia visit. The U.S. leader will also sign a peace agreement between Thailand and Cambodia.A video has set the internet on fire, in which Trump was spotted joining dancers in Malaysia to perform his famous dance.Once he stepped out of the plane, Malaysian music was heard, and dancers stood in traditional ensembles as they performed traditio…
(2025-10-26). Private sector invited to help modernise South Africa's rail network. sanews.gov.za Private sector invited to help modernise South Africa's rail network | In a move to ensure that the country's rail passenger trips target of 600 million by 2030 is achieved, government has released a series of Requests for Information (RFI) for ideas and investment from the private sector to modernise and grow South Africa's rail system. | "Participation in the RFI process will assist the organisation to gather information, innovative ideas, and solutions which will guide future Requests for Proposals for private sector investment in the passenger rail sector," Minister of Transport Barbara Creecy said on Sunday…
(2025-10-26). CSIR UGC NET December 2025 Last Date of Application Extended. ummid.com The National Testing Agency (NTA) has extended the last date of application for the CSIR UGC NET exam to be held in December 2025.
(2025-10-26). Guardian: Net Zero is Killing British Manufacturing. wattsupwiththat.com "… Time to closely regulate price-gouging gas plants or take ownership of supply …"
(2025-10-26). No Kings, Only Oligarchs: Foundation Money Behind The 'Grassroots'. popularresistance.org Movements like Indivisible and No Kings brand themselves as grassroots campaigns to curb authoritarian power, rallying under slogans like "No Kings" to demand accountability. | In October 2025, No Kings staged over 2,700 protests across all 50 U.S. states, drawing millions to oppose government shutdowns, private school policies, and perceived threats from figures like Trump. | Yet, their funding reveals a stark contrast: a handful of ultra-wealthy donors, led by George Soros, bankrolls these efforts, echoing the financial tactics of color revolutions abroad—uprisings critics say prioritized Western economic…
(2025-10-26). Friday 10/31: Halloween Critical Mass bike ride. indybay.org Gather at Justin Herman Plaza near Embarcadero BART – foot of Market Street by the Ferry Building and then ride through the streets…
(2025-10-26). French police arrest two men with links to Louvre robbery. albawaba.com ALBAWABA – French authorities announced the arrest of two men suspected of being part of the gang, who stole precious jewellery from the Louvre museum last week.One of the suspects was held at around 10: 00 p.m. local time on Saturday at Paris-Charles de Gaulle airport as he was about to escape, French media Le Parisien and Paris Match reported.The other person was arrested by the police shortly after the first one in the Paris region, Le Parisien added.The world's most famous and most visited museum was robbed in broad daylight on October 19, after four men broke into the place and stole about $102 million worth…
(2025-10-26). How Wildfires and other Climate Disasters put Health Systems under extreme Pressure. juancole.com By Bhavini Gohel, University of Calgary (The Conversation) — Wildfires are no longer rare disasters in Canada. They are now an annual reality, and 2025 has already been one of the worst on record, with 3,582 fires burning 6.2 million hectares as of July 30 — quadruple the 10-year average. At a time when hospitals …
(2025-10-26). Aspects of the New Right-wing Extremism and Totalitarian Democracy. indybay.org The right-wing movements of recent years did not simply fall from the sky, but should rather be seen in the context of neoliberalism and the social distortions it has caused in recent decades. According to Wilhelm Heitmeyer (cf. Heitmeyer 2018), authoritarianism is already contained in neoliberalism, which is always presented as having no alternative.
(2025-10-26). Some 400,000 authorized foreign nationals working in Iran. tehrantimes.com TEHRAN — Around 400,000 foreign nationals are legally working in the country, and the rest are unauthorized, Ali Baqeri, an official with the Ministry of Cooperatives, Labor and Social Welfare, has said.
(2025-10-26). Reform MP doubles down on 'too many Blacks and Asians' comment. thecanary.co 
On Saturday 25 October, Reform MP Sarah Pochin complained that there are 'too many Black and Asian people' in adverts: Sarah Pochin MP: "It drives me mad seeing adverts full of black and Asian people." Caller Stuart in London asks the Reform MP if her party will do anything about the 'representation of demographics in […] | By
(2025-10-26). Trump targets federal employees working on conservation and environmental protection. grist.org The Trump administration moved last Monday to slash federal jobs across two key environmental and conservation agencies, targeting employees who work on scientific research and the enforcement of anti-pollution laws. | At the Environmental Protection Agency, staff received a new round of furlough notices as funding dwindles amid the government shutdown. The Department of the Interior disclosed plans to permanently cut more than 2,000 positions, according to a
(2025-10-26). Development of solar power plants in villages, underprivileged areas accelerating. tehrantimes.com TEHRAN- In order to develop renewable energy, enhance energy productivity, and support sustainable employment in rural areas, a joint cooperation memorandum was signed between the Renewable Energy and Energy Efficiency Organization (SATBA) and the Headquarters for the Development and Progress of 4040 Rural Clusters.
(2025-10-26). At Least Six Killed Over the Weekend as Israel Escalates Lebanon Strikes. news.antiwar.com After killing three people in strikes on Thursday, Israel has continued to escalate strikes against southern and eastern Lebanon over the weekend, with at least six more people confirmed killed and several others wounded in various attacks. Two were killed and two wounded on Friday in a drone attack on the town of Toul, in …
(2025-10-26). Karachi police arrest two in PPP leader, worker murder case. tribune.com.pk 
Karachi police have arrested two suspects from Khyber-Pakhtunkhwa in connection with the killing of a Pakistan Peoples Party (PPP) leader and a party worker in Dalmia's Shanti Nagar area. | Officials said the arrests were made during raids in Khyber-Pakhtunkhwa (K-P) and Peshawar as part of an ongoing investigation into the case. | Police identified the main suspects as Saleem Dad and Saqib Dad, saying their detention had helped resolve the murder case of a Union Council chairman killed in Dalmia Shanti Nagar. | On March 17, PPP leader Faiz Khan was shot dead outside his home, while two other party members, in…
(2025-10-26). SA exits FATF Greylist after successful reform efforts. sanews.gov.za SA exits FATF Greylist after successful reform efforts | South Africa has officially exited the Financial Action Task Force (FATF) greylist after successfully implementing key reforms to combat money laundering and the financing of terrorism. | The decision to delist South Africa was taken at the conclusion of meetings of the FATF Plenary that took place over 22-24 October 2025 in Paris, France. | After South Africa was listed on the FATF greylist in February 2023, government worked tirelessly to address all the deficiencies that were identified by the FATF and which were reflected in the 22 Action Items in the A…
(2025-10-26). Europeans are "Desperate to Wage War on Russia" ? German Government Offers to Pay US Military Base Civilian Employees, Financing U.S. Troops. globalresearch.ca Europeans are so desperate to wage war with Russia that they are even willing to cover US military expenses just to keep Washington active in Europe. | Amid the current institutional crisis in the US, with local politicians and officials failing …
(2025-10-26). Far-right Israeli Minister Bezalel Smotrich apologizes to Saudi Arabia. ummid.com Hours after making derogatory and threatening remarks against Saudi Arabia, Far-right Israeli Minister Bezalel Smotrich apologized to the Kingdom.
(2025-10-26). Second day of the meeting of Cubans living in Europe continues in Rome. radiohc.cu On the second day of the 17th Meeting of Cubans Living in Europe (ECRE), which takes place in the Italian capital this Saturday, various topics related to that country and initiatives in support of the island's people and government will be addressed. | At the Roma Aurelia Antica Hotel, the event's venue, a photography exhibition on Commander-in-Chief Fidel Castro by renowned lensman Alex Castro will be inaugurated. It will be presented by Representative Indira Fajardo, current president of the Cuban Institute of Music. | Ana Teresita González, head of the General Directorate of Consular Affairs and Assistance to…
(2025-10-26). Late night Anti-ICE protesters shot with live ammunition by state security forces! indybay.org Late night Anti-ICE protesters shot with live ammunition by state security forces! www.eastbaytimes.com/2025/10/24/coast-gu……
(2025-10-26). Iran holds talks with Iraq on preserving ruins of Taq Kasra monument. tehrantimes.com TEHRAN – Iran has held discussions with Iraqi officials on preserving and restoring the ancient Taq Kasra monument, a major remnant of the Sassanid Empire located near Baghdad, Iran's Minister of Cultural Heritage, Tourism and Handicrafts Reza Salehi-Amiri said on Saturday.
(2025-10-26). CBSE confirms CTET 2026 date, to start registration soon. ummid.com The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) has confirmed the date of Central Teacher Eligibility Test 2026 (CTET 2026) and is set to start application process soon.
(2025-10-26). News X World interview 26 October. gilbertdoctorow.com Happily today the producers at NewsX World were quick in getting to me the link to the podcast of the interview we recorded in the morning (youtu.be/6KY9ax158MQ?si=NW09xdv6wjy_ZqLo) Here we discuss the honesty of Kiev mayor Klitschko in attributing the latest deaths and injuries from a Russian drone attack on the falling pieces of drones downed …
(2025-10-26). Greedy supermarkets threaten retaliatory price rises against shoppers. thecanary.co A group of supermarkets have joined forces to threaten retaliatory price rises against shoppers. What are they retaliating against, you ask? Specifically, higher taxes. And all despite the fact these companies are absolutely raking it in: FUN FACT: Supermarket giants like Tesco and Asda increased their operating profits last year by 66%. We're not in […] | By
(2025-10-26). Fanny Sulistia Sulaiman Interviews Mark Taliano About the War on Syria. globalresearch.ca In this wide-ranging discussion with Fanny Sulistia Sulaiman, Taliano dispels the propaganda demonizations surrounding elected former President of Syria Bashar al-Assad, and contrasts Assad with Western-supported al Qaeda in Syria founder Al-Sharaa. | Taliano discusses the mechanics of criminal regime …
(2025-10-26). Russia tested new nuclear-powered Burevestnik cruise missile. tribune.com.pk 
Russia has successfully tested its nuclear-powered Burevestnik cruise missile, a nuclear-capable weapon Moscow says can pierce any defence shield, and will move towards deploying the weapon, President Vladimir Putin said on Sunday. | The test, alongside a nuclear drill last week, sends a message that Russia, in Putin's words, will never bow to pressure from the West over the war in Ukraine as US President Donald Trump takes a tougher stance against Russia to push for a ceasefire. | Russia's top general, Valery Gerasimov, chief of the general staff of Russia's armed forces, told Putin that the missile travelled…
(2025-10-26). Trump kicks off Asia tour with Malaysia summit ahead of Xi meeting. geo.tv 
US President Donald Trump walks with Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim after arriving at Kuala Lumpur International Airport on October 26, 2025. — Reuters
(2025-10-26). Cuba y México ratifican hermandad histórica. radiohc.cu Cuba y México ratificaron este sábado su histórica hermandad durante un encuentro del presidente Miguel Díaz-Canel y el senador Alberto Anaya, fundador y coordinador nacional del Partido del Trabajo. | Según el sitio Presidencia de Cuba, en el cordial intercambio también participaron el secretario de Organización del Partido Comunista de Cuba (PCC), Roberto Morales, y el jefe de su departamento de Relaciones Internacionales, Emilio Lozada. | El primer mandatario envió un fuerte saludo a la presidenta mexicana, Claudia Sheinbaum, y al ex presidente Andrés Manuel López Obrador, precisó la fuente. | Ambos estadistas…
truthout.org (2025-10-26). Israel and US Scorn ICJ Ruling Against Starving Civilians as Method of Warfare This week the International Court of Justice (ICJ or World Court) told Israel what seems obvious to any reasonable person — that it cannot starve civilians as a method of warfare. But Israel does not act in accordance with international law
(2025-10-26). European Politics In the Wake of the 1870-71 Franco-Prussian War. The 1878 San Stefano Treaty, The Albanian Reaction, the Remapping of the Ottoman Balkans. globalresearch.ca Several international crises broke out both in Europe and in its overseas colonies, which could have led Europe to the Great War even before the summer of 1914.
(2025-10-26). Streeting seems to blame Caerphilly loss on slow pace of privatisation. thecanary.co 
On 24 October, Labour suffered a historic by-election defeat in Caerphilly, Wales. This was the first time Labour had lost the seat since devolution in 1999, which has led many to ask how this could have happened. Wes Streeting seems to have an idea of what went wrong. While most agree the loss reflects the […] | By
(2025-10-26). Acusaàßàµes de sabotagem por trás da renúncia da ministra da Defesa da Lituânia. globalresearch.ca O clima de hostilidade em relaàßà£o à Rússia está levando a uma profunda crise nos próprios países ocidentais. Em vez de fortalecer seus Estados e sua prontidà£o para o combate, os países europeus està£o à beira do colapso devido a …
(2025-10-26). Kurdistan Workers' Party removes all forces from Turkey. albawaba.com 
ALBAWABA – Kurdistan Workers' Party (PKK) announced in a statement on Sunday that it was withdrawing all its forces from Turkey, AFP reported.PKK further mentioned that its fighters will be moved to northern Iraq instead of Turkey.In a historic move, the PKK group said that "they have withdrawn all guerrilla forces in Turkey to the Medya Defense Areas to advance the Peace and Democratic Society Process to its second phase," the PKK-affiliated Firat news agency reported."These historic steps taken by the Kurdish side, under the leadership of Leader Abdullah Ocalan and the PKK, have profoundly impacted the politica…
(2025-10-26). The price of influence. tribune.com.pk 
In a country where most people are still learning how the digital world truly works, scams have quietly become part of daily life. From fake online stores that disappear after taking payments, to job postings that demand registration fees, to investment apps that promise double returns overnight, Pakistan's internet users have been scammed in every possible way. Each time people begin to catch on, the fraudsters evolve. They find a new platform, a new promise, and a new way to exploit trust. | But what happens when the very people who built their fame on trust, the ones millions look up to, follow, and admire,…
(2025-10-26). Marco Rubio Is the Latest US Official To Arrive in Israel for 'Bibi-Sitting'. scheerpost.com Marco Rubio visits Israel from February 15 to 17, 2025 (Source: U.S. Embassy Jerusalem) | 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 Dave DeCamp / Secretary of State Marco Rubio arrived in Isra…
(2025-10-26). Lieutenant General Al-Ghamari's Enduring Legacy in Yemen's Defense Industry. orinocotribune.com By Sondoss Al Asaad — Oct 22, 2025 | The late Lieutenant General Mohammed Nasser Al-Ghamari (Sayyed Hashem) stands as one of the most distinguished leaders in modern Yemeni history—a symbol of steadfastness in the face of American-Israeli-Saudi aggression against Yemen. | Al-Ghamari was not merely a military commander; he was a comprehensive school of faith, awareness, and strategic thought who embodied the Quranic identity of the Ansarullah movement in word and deed, ultimately earning the honor of martyrdom. | Sayyed Abdul-Malik Badr al-Din al-Houthi described him as "a great jihadist leader who comb…
(2025-10-26). Pakistan presents anti-terror plan to Afghanistan in Istanbul talks. tribune.com.pk 
Pakistan has presented a detailed plan to Afghanistan aimed at eliminating terrorism emanating from its territory, during the second round of bilateral talks in Istanbul. | The discussions between Pakistan and the Taliban government, hosted by Turkey, lasted nine hours, sources say. | The seven-member Pakistani delegation took part in the talks and reiterated Islamabad's demand for the dismantling of terrorist and training camps inside Afghanistan, Express News reported. | During the meeting, Pakistan tabled a comprehensive draft proposal, which the Taliban authorities are now reviewing. Pakistan also restated…
(2025-10-26). South Pars platforms ready to ensure maximum gas supply in winter. tehrantimes.com TEHRAN — Iran's South Pars gas platforms have completed a comprehensive overhaul program and are now fully prepared to maximize gas production during the cold season, the managing director of the Pars Oil and Gas Company (POGC) said.
(2025-10-26). Action at SF Embarcadero Demands ICE Out of Bay Area. indybay.org ICE comes to Coast Guard base in Alameda and is met by protests and large protest in SF. Lawless Trump regime vandals destroys East Wing of White House in ongoing attack on the Republic. Trump pauses plan for military deployments in Bay Area. For now. Protests are continuing…
(2025-10-26). CLAIM: Increasing heat is super-charging Arctic climate and weather extremes. wattsupwiththat.com The annual mean warming rate of the Arctic is more than three times the global average…
(2025-10-26). 'We rose like the phoenix from the ashes': Interview with Die Linke's Janis Ehling. links.org.au 
Walden Bello interviews the man behind Die Linke's come-from-behind victory in the February 2025 Bundestag elections.
(2025-10-26). Iran launches pilot program for tourist currency exchange and payment cards at airports. tehrantimes.com TEHRAN — The Central Bank of the Islamic Republic of Iran (CBI) said it has begun a pilot phase of a plan to buy foreign currency from international tourists and issue "tourist cards" at the country's international airports.
(2025-10-26). Israeli Tanks Advance Into Syria's Quneitra Governorate. news.antiwar.com Israeli forces continue to operate in Syria's southwest Quneitra Governorate, with two more incursions documented on Sunday, with tanks advancing onto a highway and then set up a checkpoint at which they detained a number of locals and seized motorcycles that attempted to pass. A second incursion was reported a few hours later further north …
(2025-10-26). Cuba denounces Trump admin pressuring countries to change their vote against the 62-year US blockade. peoplesdispatch.org The Cuban foreign minister has stated that, in addition to diplomatic pressure, intimidation has been exerted on certain countries that condemn the economic blockade that Washington has maintained on Havana for over half a century.
(2025-10-26). ALBA Suspends New Right-Wing Government of Bolivia. orinocotribune.com The Bolivarian Alliance for the Peoples of Our America (ALBA) announced the suspension of the new far-right government that will take office in the Plurinational State of Bolivia due to its anti-Bolivarian conduct. | The Alliance announced this in a Likewise, it underscored that the suspension "does not affect the permanent, affective, and…
(2025-10-26). Climate Change Weekly 560—Study: Net Zero Wind and Solar Buildout Needs Huge Amount of Land. wattsupwiththat.com IN THIS ISSUE: | Study: Net Zero Wind and Solar Buildout Needs Huge Amount of Land | Uncovered Ski Lifts Show Rapid Climate Change in Recent Past | Climate Lawfare Sidelined in Montana…
(2025-10-26). Alphabet shares fall as OpenAI unpacks ChatGPT Atlas browser. ummid.com Alphabet shares fell Tuesday soon after OpenAI launched ChatGPT Atlas, its AI powered search browser, in a direct challenge to Google.
(2025-10-26). Communist Party of China concludes Central Committee session with adoption of 15th five-year plan. peoplesdispatch.org The Central Committee of the CPC set China achieving scientific and technological self reliance and further improving the quality of life for the common people as crucial goals of the plan…
(2025-10-26). What lies behind the legalization of euthanasia? strategic-culture.su If this is advanced Western civilization, then "barbarism" and "backwardness" are preferable. | Join us on , , and . | Contact us: | Thi…
(2025-10-26). Cuban Baseball Season Games Suspended Due to Hurricane. radiohc.cu Havana, October 25 (RHC) — The National Baseball Commission announced today the suspension of the Cuban championship games scheduled for October 28, 29, and 30, due to the forecasts surrounding Hurricane Melissa. | The scheduled games for those days were Pinar del Río-Industriales, La Isla-Artemisa, Mayabeque-Sancti Spíritus, Cienfuegos-Matanzas, Ciego de àÅvila-Holguín, Villa Clara-Camagàºey, Las Tunas-Guantánamo, and Granma-Santiago de Cuba. | The statement clarifies that these games will be made up during the short sub-series scheduled for December 16-21. | Regarding the All-Star Game, schedul…
(2025-10-26). L'Europa costruisce una sorveglianza di massa con la scusa della protezione dei minori. strategic-culture.su Come i funzionari si nascondono dietro le leggi per sorvegliare la popolazione | Segue nostro Il 14 ottobre 2025, i ministri europei si sono riuniti per votare il "Regolamento per prevenire e combattere gli abusi sessuali sui minori". Dietro un titolo eticamente inattaccabile, la proposta — nota come Chat Control — cela la creazione di un'infrastruttura tecnica capace di scansionare ogni messaggio, immagine e video prima dell…
(2025-10-26). New Gates-Funded Microneedle Patch Implant Installs Both mRNA and Quantum Dot Markings Into the Body. globalresearch.ca 
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(2025-10-26). Meet Sheikh Saleh al Fawzan: New Grand Mufti of Saudi Arabia. ummid.com Renowned Islamic Scholar Sheikh Saleh al Fawzan has been appointed as the new Grand Mufti of Saudi Arabia after the demise of Sheikh Abdulaziz Al-Sheikh last month.
(2025-10-26). Quranic-themed handicraft exhibit underway in Sanandaj. tehrantimes.com TEHRAN — A handicrafts exhibition showcasing various objects mainly with a Quranic theme is currently underway in Sanandaj, the capital of Kordestan province, western Iran.
(2025-10-26). The Terms "Theory" and "Doctrine" in Political Science. globalresearch.ca Political science (politology/politologia) is a general scientific discipline of politics. | The term "politics" was most often defined as the art of managing the state (ancient Greek polis — city-state), but it was understood and treated differently as a subject over …
(2025-10-26). Zohran Mamdani speaks out on the normalisation of Islamophobia. thecanary.co New York mayoral candidate Zohran Mamdani has delivered a speech on the normalisation of Islamophobia: This is one of the most important speeches given by a US politician in my lifetime. Thank you @ZohranKMamdani for standing up to the bigots, calling out the Islamophobes, and your pride in your faith at a time when Republicans […] | By
(2025-10-26). Granma: Provincial Defense Council analyzes the situation of the territory to face the imminent passage of Melissa. radiohc.cu Updated by Leipzig del Carmen García | In view of the imminent passage of Tropical Storm Melissa through Granma, Yudelkis Ortiz Barceló, President of the Provincial Defense Council (CDP), emphasized the need to ensure measures to minimize the damage from the meteorological event. | During a video conference with the 13 municipalities of this eastern region, Marcelo Cid Zayas, director of the Provincial Meteorological Center, reported that Melissa is already packing winds of 110 km/h and should reach hurricane status by midnight. | He emphasized that rain will begin to appear before it passes through this territor…
(2025-10-26). White House confirms Trump, Xi Jinping meeting in South Korea. ummid.com US President Donald Trump will meet his Chinese counterpart Xi Jinping in South Korea, the White House has confirmed.
(2025-10-26). Houthis release Yemeni model Entisar al-Hammadi. albawaba.com ALBAWABA – The Houthi group released Yemeni model Entisar al-Hammadi on Saturday from detention after about five years, the model's lawyer Khaled al-Kamal said.It is worth noting that the Yemeni model was kidnapped in February 2021 in Sanaa while heading to a photoshoot, local media reported, adding that Entisar al-Hammadi was arrested by Houthi militants with her two friends.Dozens of activists, politicians and journalists slammed their abduction and called for the immediate release of the model and her colleagues. But, Houthis released her after five years, after she was charged with prostitution, drug abuse an…
(2025-10-26). Confusion Prevails in Bangladesh Over National Charter. ummid.com The majority of people in Bangladesh are in the dark and groping in the wild to understand what the much-talked-about "July National Charter" is about, a political roadmap for democratic transition, at the behest of the Interim Government.
(2025-10-26). Sudanese RSF kill people for sneaking food into besieged Al Fashir. albawaba.com 
ALBAWABA – Sudanese people inside Al Fashir have been facing acute hunger and starvation after being placed under the control of the Rapid Support Forces since May 2024. A video has shocked the internet where the RSF fighters were seen shooting to death a group of men for trying to sneak food into the besieged Al Fashir city.In the clip, a fighter for the RSF is seen speaking to a group of five men that it is forbidden to take food into Al Fashir, then a gunshot is heard, and the Sudanese men are seen falling to the ground.After a few seconds, a voice is heard saying, "This person is still alive", and another rou…
(2025-10-26). Profits of small Chinese exporters at risk as buyers ask for more time to pay. scmp.com At the ongoing autumn session of the Canton Fair, China's largest and longest-running trade exhibition, many Chinese exporters say that overseas buyers' demands for extended payment terms are becoming one of their biggest challenges in maintaining profits. | The pressure on small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) — across a range of industries — is particularly acute.
(2025-10-26). Kunming Biodiversity Fund to support Iran in addressing SDSs. tehrantimes.com TEHRAN — The Kunming Biodiversity Fund (KBF) in cooperation with the United Nations Development Program (UNDP) has allocated financial resources to Iran to help the country mitigate sand and dust storms' (SDSs) impacts.
(2025-10-26). This 16-Year-Old American Is Among Hundreds of Palestinian Children Jailed in Israel. theintercept.com 
On the morning of October 13, Zaher Ibrahim desperately tried to find his son among the dozens of newly freed Palestinians streaming from Red Cross buses in the occupied West Bank city of Beitunia. | Zaher's son, Mohammed Ibrahim, a 16-year-old Palestinian American, was swept up by Israeli forces during a dawn raid at their home in the village of al-Mazra'a ash-Sharqiya in February. The Israeli military charged Mohammed with throwing a rock and striking a car driven by an Israeli settler, an accusation he and his family deny. While Israel has not publicly provided evidence, Mohammed has spent the last eight mo…
(2025-10-26). International Activists confront Israeli impunity in the West Bank. juancole.com By providing a "protective presence" in the West Bank, international activists hope to deter unprecedented settler attacks. By Jaisal Noor ( Waging Nonviolence ) — On July 22, in the Palestinian village of Ibziq, bright lights pierced through the tent at 12: 30 a.m., jolting Baltimore, Maryland-native Nikki Morse and a fellow activist awake. The …
(2025-10-26). Beyond the durand line. tribune.com.pk 
In the study of history, we generally focus on the "what" part and seldom on "why". While what is factual and harmless, the why is both painful and accusatory. The advantage of hindsight is that it can turn yesterday's brilliance into today's blunder and yesterday's success (or the notion of it) into today's disaster. | The departure from an ideology, or the adjustment, is a leadership's decision but the critical factor is the very nature of the decision-making process and prowess. The Afghan problem resides in its turbulent history, geography and the power contestation — both within and outside. Common A…
(2025-10-26). Mountain View Emergency Vigil to Protect Community Against ICE. indybay.org On October 24, residents in Mountain View organized an emergency vigil at Gateway Plaza to protect the community from ICE.
(2025-10-26). 'Don't Let Kids Go Hungry': Trump Panned Over Not Using Emergency Fund for SNAP. scheerpost.com White House photo | 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 Jessica Corbett / Elected Democrats and other critics on Saturday continued to call out the
(2025-10-26). Cristiano Ronaldo rested, Al-Nassr defeats FC Goa 2-1. ummid.com Saudi Pro League giant Al Nassr, playing its AFC Champions League Two group stage match without its Captain Cristiano Ronaldo Wednesday, defeated FC Goa 2-1.
(2025-10-26). Repression on protests in solidarity with Flotilla and Palestinian people: NGOs demand EU Council action. fidh.org The International Federation for Human Rights (FIDH), together with six other human rights organisations, condemns the alarming repression of peaceful protests across European Union (EU) countries in solidarity with the Palestinian people and the Global Sumud Flotilla (GSF). Following the illegal interception and arbitrary detention of activists aboard the GSF, millions of people have gathered across Europe to express their support. In several countries, demonstrations were met with (…) | – | / | <...
(2025-10-26). Catherine Connolly to be Irish President in landslide win. thecanary.co Independent candidate Catherine Connolly will become the 10th President of Ireland after winning a record number of first-preference votes. The 914,143 of these ballots she received accounted for 63% of the total. The runner up Heather Humphreys received 424,987 votes, amounting to 29.5%. The final result was the following: Connolly (Independent): 914,143 (63.4%) Heather Humphreys […] | By
(2025-10-26). Nandy faces resignation demands after 'secret' meeting with racist Israel ambassador. thecanary.co Keir Starmer's culture secretary, Lisa Nandy, is facing demands for her resignation over her refusal to disclose information about a 'secret' meeting she had with Israel's fascist UK ambassador Tzipi Hotovely. Nandy's department claimed it would 'prejudice' relations with Israel to answer questions about what she discussed with Hotovely. The meeting took place as a […] | By
(2025-10-26). Watch: Horrific scene as Hyderabad-Bengaluru bus catches fire. ummid.com At least 12 people have been killed and many others left injured after a Volvo bus of Kaveri Travels from Hyderabad to Bengaluru caught fire in the wee hours Friday.
(2025-10-26). Villarreal Regains Third Place in Spanish Football. radiohc.cu Havana, October 25 (RHC) — Today, Villarreal defeated Valencia 2-0 away at Mestalla and regained third place in the Spanish League standings. | With this victory, the Yellow Submarine reached 20 points, surpassing Espanyol (18), who defeated Eche 1-0 earlier in the match, and moved back behind Barcelona (22) and leader Real Madrid (24). | Marcelino García Toral's team went into the break with a minimal advantage, thanks to Gerard Moreno's penalty in the 45th minute. | In the 57th minute, Santi Comesaña fired the ball into the back of the net to increase the lead and seal the match against a home team current…
(2025-10-26). Saturday 10/25: What social movements need: the walking tour. indybay.org meet in the lobby of the American Youth Hostel | 312 Mason Street | San Francisco, CA…
(2025-10-26). American troops to fight the Mexican cartels The Hidden Front: How Cartels, La Eme and U.S. indybay.org it is a resilient, adaptive domestic threat with catastrophic implications for public safety, civic order and national security. The Mexican cartels control the whole enchilada. This potentially creates an inside, domestic paramilitary organization dispersed across the United States.
(2025-10-26). Political Leaders Call To Preserve Latin America, Caribbean As 'Zone Of Peace'. popularresistance.org Political leaders from across Latin America and the Caribbean condemned the US military buildup in the hemisphere and issued a call to defend "sovereignty, security, and lasting peace" in the region. | The signatories sounded the alarm over the "imminent threat" of US military action inside Venezuelan territory. | "The Trump administration is escalating a dangerous military buildup off the coast of Venezuela, deploying naval forces in the Caribbean in preparation for a potential armed intervention," read the communiqué published Thursday by the Progressive International. | The legislators and political leaders wa…
(2025-10-26). Zohran Mamdani explains why he criticizes PM Modi. ummid.com New York City's Democratic Mayoral candidate Zohran Mamdani, in his Diwali Day speech, explained why is he so critical of Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi and the Bhartiya Janata Party (BJP).
(2025-10-26). 'Apple festival' showcases Maragheh's flourishing tourism, economy. tehrantimes.com The city of Maragheh, northwestern East Azarbaijan province, hosted the 12th edition of a festival dedicated to its well-known and high-quality apple varieties, aiming to publicize the role of agriculture in boosting local and regional tourism and economy. | Held from October 22-24, the festival attracted officials, farmers, tourists, and other interested people to apple orchards on the outskirts of the city.
(2025-10-26). Why Trump Is Bailing Out Argentina's Libertarian Leader. popularresistance.org The Trump administration is talking about using $40 billion to bail out a foreign country: Argentina. | So why is Trump abandoning his so-called "America First" stance to help a foreign leader? And who exactly is Argentina's president Javier Milei, whose nickname is the "madman", who calls himself an "anarcho-capitalist", and who was the inspiration for Elon Musk's federal cuts — and chainsaw stunts. | This is a story that involves election meddling, brutal anti-worker austerity, economic crisis, corrupt corporate payouts, and, of course, crypto scams. | Trump has bet a lot on Milei. The right-wing Argentin…
(2025-10-26). The price of her liberation. tribune.com.pk 
Laila clocks out from her office at 5pm., but her second shift begins now. This is the capitalist bargain for the modern woman. The system needed more workers for its machine. It encouraged women to leave their homes, and this was sold as liberation. In reality, it was a raw deal. Capitalism wanted women's paid labour in the office, but treated their unpaid labour at home as worthless. The promise of empowerment became a trap of double duty. | Her day had started hours before the office, waking at 5 a.m. to make breakfast, get her children and husband ready for the day, and clear the previous night's mess. Now…
(2025-10-26). A grassroots collective is pushing back against the nickel mining industry in North Maluku, Indonesia. globalvoices.org 
Save Sagea Coalition is fighting against exploitative mining companiesOriginally published on This article was submitted as part of the Global Voices Climate Justice fellowship, which pairs journalists from Sinophone and Global Majority countries to investigate the effects of Chinese develo…
(2025-10-26). PM Modi's Foreign Visits: Miles Without Milestone. ummid.com The value of a political traveler's journeys depends on the dividends gained from those travelled destinations; otherwise, such directionless travel becomes a curse. Read how fruitful have been PM Modi's foreign visits.
(2025-10-26). Saturday 11/22: Trump Regime Takedown (every Saturday). indybay.org corner of Van Ness and O'Farrell St, San Francisco…
(2025-10-26). Strictly Come Canary, week five: way to kill the mood, guys…! thecanary.co Strictly fans were all just minding our business on Thursday morning when Tess and Claudia dropped the news that they were leaving the show. Usually, when someone of this calibre leaves the BBC, it's heavily PR coordinated — this was just them, speaking to the fans, which almost feels like it was as much of […] | By
(2025-10-26). Palestinian Islamic Jihad rejects Israel's allegation of planned attack as 'slander'. tehrantimes.com The Palestinian Islamic Jihad has rejected an allegation by the Israeli army that it was planning an attack as a "false claim and slander," Al Jazeera reported Sunday.
(2025-10-26). How Modern Technology is Keeping Literature Alive. ummid.com E-libraries are now at the heart of the technological transformation, and among them is Zlibrary where users rarely face problems accessing what they need.
(2025-10-26). Internal Report Shows the Military Always Wanted to Join the Drug War. theintercept.com 
A decade before President Donald Trump boasted of "hunting" alleged "narcoterrorists" on boats off the coast of Venezuela, the Defense Department was looking for new ways to get involved in the war on drugs. | In a major report quietly issued by the federally funded Institute for Defense Analyses, researchers working for the Pentagon presented their findings, based on interviews with dozens of top drug traffickers incarcerated in the United States, on how to better disrupt transnational organized crime. | One top-line prescription: More "direct military action." | The report, which was obtained by The Intercep…
(2025-10-26). Transcript of News X interview 25 October. gilbertdoctorow.com Yesterday I spoke of 2 interviews, the one of that morning and the one from Friday. NewsX sent me two links which I assumed was for both, though I had no way of checking given that youtube does not open in Russia. Now the kind gentlemen who does the transcripts has informed me that the …
(2025-10-26). Conversation with Professor Glenn Diesen, 25 October. gilbertdoctorow.com With some help from a diligent member of the Community, I am now able to share with you the link to yesterday evening's discussion of deterrence with Professor Diesen. The proposition is that Mr Putin is damaging Russia's deterrence by his failure to respond adequately to the dangerous provocations against Russia going back to the …
(2025-10-26). Oct 1989 Bhagalpur Riots – 36 Years On. ummid.com The riot that began on October 24, 1989, in Bhagalpur was the first in which thousands, armed with traditional weapons, began attacking minority communities — from Bhagalpur city out to the rural areas of Bhagalpur district.
(2025-10-26). The curtain falls on Diane Keaton. tribune.com.pk 
Being the kind of film-buff who inhales films and exhales dialogue, eats popcorn for breakfast and quotes Kubrick for dessert or someone who doesn't just watch movies but lives inside them, I always feel overwhelmingly sad when a favourite actor dies. It feels like losing a part of my own story, blurring the lines between film and reality. Diane Keaton who died on October 11 at the age of 79, was one of my favourite actors. An era has ended. A Gen Z reader will visualise a sad face and broken heart emojis right her. | Keaton made her roles iconic and unforgettable. From playing Kay Corleone, her breakthrough p…
(2025-10-26). Education, a right for refugee children. tehrantimes.com Nader Yar-Ahmadi, the head of the National Organization for Migration, paid a visit to a school for Afghan refugee children in Tehran on Saturday.
(2025-10-26). Labour bigwigs predict McSweeney and Starmer 'out by Xmas'. thecanary.co As reported by HuffPost, a growing number of senior Labour figures have had it with Keir Starmer and his wormtongue advisor Morgan McSweeney. This development comes after 15 months of failed policies, endless scandals, historically bad polling, and by-election wipeouts. The question now is who could have seen this coming? Yes, you made a pact with […] | By
(2025-10-26). Accusations of Sabotage behind Resignation of Lithuanian Defense Minister. globalresearch.ca The atmosphere of hostility toward Russia is leading to a deep crisis in Western countries themselves. Instead of strengthening their states and combat readiness, European countries are on the verge of collapse due to internal disagreements between different officials on …
(2025-10-26). Saturday 10/25: Shut Down ICE in Sac. indybay.org 650 Capitol Mall at the ICE Offices in Sacramento…
(2025-10-26). Lahore lights up for the album launch of Mahira Khan and Fawad Khan's next, 'Neelofar'. tribune.com.pk 
On a crisp Lahore autumn night, Neelofar, one of Pakistan's most anticipated films of the year, unveiled its first song at an exclusive screening hosted at the historic and grand Sir Ganga Ram House in Gulberg. | The evening was hosted by the film's leads Fawad Khan and Mahira Khan. The stars invited and welcomed guests from across the entertainment, fashion, and music industries. Yasir Hussain served as the host for the night bringing warmth and his signature wit to an intimate gathering filled with creativity and excitement. | The event offered a glimpse into Neelofar's musical journey, setting the tone for…
(2025-10-26). Trump's War Against Thomas Massie and Rand Paul. 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 By Glenn Greenwald / |
(2025-10-26). US mulls new Russia sanctions, urges Europe to ramp up pressure over Ukraine war. geo.tv 
Plastic letters arranged to read "Sanctions" are placed in front of the flag colours of the US and Russia in this illustration taken February 28, 2022. — Reuters
(2025-10-26). GNU a government at work. sanews.gov.za GNU a government at work | By Neo Bodumela | Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia — The Government of National Unity (GNU) is committed to fostering economic growth, tackling unemployment and poverty and dealing with corruption in South Africa. | This according to President Cyril Ramaphosa who participated in a fireside discussion at the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) Business and Investment Summit held in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. | The President said South Africa's democratic election processes in 2024 resulted in the formation of the GNU — adding that the GNU is "working extremely well", despite co…
(2025-10-26). Women in Gaza struggling to overcome damage inflicted by Israel's war. aljazeera.com One woman is desperate to be evacuated for cancer treatment while another is recovering from abuse in an Israeli prison.
(2025-10-26). Trump's visit to Malaysia met with protests over war in Gaza. aljazeera.com Hundreds gather to express opposition to US president's attendance at ASEAN summit in Kuala Lumpur.
(2025-10-26). 'Dream realised': East Timor becomes ASEAN's 11th member. aljazeera.com Prime Minister Xanana Gusmao hails membership as beginning of an 'inspiring new chapter' for Asia's youngest nation.
(2025-10-26). Kurdish PKK announces it is withdrawing fighters from Türkiye to Iraq. aljazeera.com The PKK had formally renounced its 40-year armed struggle in May.
(2025-10-26). RSF claims capture of the Sudanese army's last major stronghold in Darfur. aljazeera.com The paramilitary Rapid Support Forces say it's captured the Sudanese army's headquarters in the city of el-Fasher.
(2025-10-26). Venezuela's Maduro says the US is 'fabricating' a war against him. aljazeera.com Defence Minister Vladimir Padrino Lopez says the country is conducting military exercises.
(2025-10-26). Battle for Sudan's el-Fasher intensifies as RSF claims seizing army HQ. aljazeera.com Despite this apparent victory for the paramilitary group, the besieged city of el-Fasher's status has not changed.
(2025-10-26). Asia's youngest nation East Timor, declared ASEAN's 11th member. aljazeera.com This is the moment East Timor was officially declared ASEAN's 11th member.
(2025-10-26). Award-winning Palestinian author on Israeli prison, exile and homeland. aljazeera.com Basim Khandakji describes conditions in Israeli prisons and his journey to writing despite the challenges.
(2025-10-26). What's behind bans on away fans? aljazeera.com Maccabi Tel Aviv fans have been banned from Villa Park for their Europa League game against Aston Villa.
(2025-10-26). Microsoft "must cancel all contracts" with Israeli military. aljazeera.com Zille Eizad explains why he resigned from his position as principal software engineer at Microsoft.
(2025-10-26). Arrests made in Louvre jewellery heist by French police: Paris prosecutor. aljazeera.com Prosecutor confirms the arrests of suspects, including one detained while about to board a flight abroad.
(2025-10-26). Trump oversees Thailand-Cambodia extended ceasefire deal. aljazeera.com The leaders of Thailand and Cambodia have expanded a ceasefire deal in the presence of US President Donald Trump.
(2025-10-26). Trump dances with performers after landing in Malaysia. aljazeera.com US President Donald Trump broke into dance with local performers as he arrived in Malaysia for the ASEAN summit.
(2025-10-26). Mbeumo, Man United defeat Brighton for third straight Premier League win. aljazeera.com Bryan Mbeumo's match-winning goal in stoppage time elevated Manchester United to fourth on the Premier League ladder.
(2025-10-26). Hurricane Melissa, now Category 4, threatens heavy floods in Jamaica, Haiti. aljazeera.com Melissa is expected to strengthen even further into a major catastrophic hurricane when making landfall in Jamaica.
(2025-10-26). Malaysia "engaging with Trump" due to trade issues. aljazeera.com "And I think this is very important, is to maintain Malaysia's competitiveness."
(2025-10-26). India's Sharma, Kohli deny Australia an ODI series sweep in Sydney. aljazeera.com India's ageing stars Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli rebounded strongly in what may be their last match on Australian soil.
(2025-10-26). Yamamoto, Dodgers level MLB World Series against Blue Jays in Game 2. aljazeera.com Yoshinobu Yamamoto pitched a rare four-hitter to get the reigning champion Los Angeles Dodgers back in the World Series.
(2025-10-26). New spine surgery tech draws experts. ecns.cn Nearly 100 experts from around the world recently convened in Shanghai for a conference, drawn by a Chinese-developed spinal endoscopic technology known as uni-port bi-channel dual-media, or UBD.
(2025-10-26). 'Magic Grasshopper' appears in New York's Times Square. ecns.cn An art installation titled "Magic Grasshopper" appears in New York's Times Square on Oct. 22, 2025, captivating passersby with its fairytale-like carriage design.
(2025-10-26). U.S. official draws fire from domestic netizens for response to China's rare earth export measures. ecns.cn China's recent export control measures on items related to superhard materials, rare earth equipment and materials, and batteries — effective on November 8, have triggered a strong reaction from the U.S. government. U.S. President Donald Trump said on Oct. 10 that the U.S. would impose an additional 100% tariff on Chinese goods starting on Nov. 1, causing U.S. stocks to plummet shortly after.
(2025-10-26). HK residents urged to cast ballots. ecns.cn He also urged organizations from both the public and private sectors, as well as patriotic groups, to fulfill their social responsibilities by encouraging their employees to participate in the process.The Hong Kong SAR government will ensure the election is conducted in a fair, just, honest, safe and orderly manner, Lee added.
(2025-10-26). From 'world's supermarket' to 'international food city': global cuisines await you in Yiwu. ecns.cn Have you ever noticed that Yiwu is not only the "World's Supermarket" but also an "International Food City." Here, you can experience diverse culinary cultures from around the world every day. So what are you waiting for? Come to Yiwu for a "City Eat" experience!
(2025-10-26). Progress made holding back desert. ecns.cn After years of cumulative effort, the Alshaa League on the western edge of the Inner Mongolia autonomous region treated its 100 millionth mu (6.67 million hectares) of desertified land earlier this month.
(2025-10-26). Insights丨U.S. scholar: Governance by plans is the key of China's success. ecns.cn The fourth plenary session of the 20th Central Committee of the Communist Party of China (CPC) is held in Beijing from Oct. 20 to Oct. 23. In an interview with China News Network, senior fellow of Taihe Institute Einar Tangen noted that China's progress is not driven by spontaneous ideas but by a vast and deliberate planning system, adding that each Five-Year Plan involves painstaking coordination and adjustments across all levels of governance to ensure policy coherence.
(2025-10-26). Chinese stone from Mount Emei found in Switzerland. ecns.cn A Chinese tourist visiting Switzerland recently posted a video showing a large stone engraved with the Chinese characters for "Mount Emei" while at Mount Rigi, drawing widespread attention online.
(2025-10-26). Chinese-developed innovative drugs accelerate overseas expansion. ecns.cn Chinese drug companies are speeding up their overseas expansion of innovative drugs, with multiple deals signed with foreign pharmaceutical companies since October this year.
(2025-10-26). Exclusive interview with UN Resident Coordinator in China: To forge a renewed, inclusive, and effective multilateralism. ecns.cn "Ultimately the UN's greatest achievement is the institutionalization of multilateral cooperation, creating a channel by which global problems can be addressed together rather than by states acting only individually." In a written interview with China News Service, Siddharth Chatterjee, the UN Resident Coordinator in China, reflected on the UN's 80-year journey and offered this assessment.
(2025-10-26). Major objectives for economic and social development during the 15th Five-Year Plan period (2026-30). ecns.cn The 20th Central Committee of the Communist Party of China concluded its fourth plenary session on Thursday in Beijing with a communique issued.
(2025-10-26). Xi chairs symposium to solicit non-CPC personages' opinions on drafting five-year plan recommendations. ecns.cn Xi Jinping, general secretary of the Communist Party of China (CPC) Central Committee, chaired a symposium on Aug. 27 to solicit opinions from non-Party personages on drafting the CPC Central Committee's recommendations for formulating the 15th Five-Year Plan for China's economic and social development. ‚ñ…
(2025-10-26). HK to spur growth of Greater Bay Area. ecns.cn As a key gateway for fostering connectivity, Hong Kong is set to accelerate the integrated development of the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area and the nation's high-quality growth.
(2025-10-26). Xi plays decisive role in formulating Party leadership's recommendations for 15th Five-Year Plan: official. ecns.cn Xi Jinping, general secretary of the Communist Party of China (CPC) Central Committee, has played a decisive role in formulating the Party leadership's recommendations for China's 15th Five-Year Plan, an official said Friday.
(2025-10-26). CPC plenum concludes, adopting recommendations for China's 15th Five-Year Plan. ecns.cn The 20th Central Committee of the Communist Party of China (CPC) convened its fourth plenary session in Beijing from Monday to Thursday.
(2025-10-26). Nation's green tech in mining highlighted. ecns.cn Nearly 450 billion yuan ($63 billion) has been invested in mineral exploration and 150 new mineral deposits have been discovered nationwide during the 14th Five-Year Plan (2021-25) period, the Ministry of Natural Resources announced on Thursday.
(2025-10-26). Comicomment: The everyday reality of American-style democracy. ecns.cn Tens of thousands of Americans poured into the streets across 2,700 cities and towns last Saturday for the second wave of the nationwide "No Kings" protests — now the largest single-day demonstration in U.S. history.
(2025-10-26). (W.E.Talk) China-Spain exchanges enter new chapter after 400 years of Manila Galleon's first visit. ecns.cn The year 2025 marks the 20th anniversary of the establishment of the comprehensive strategic partnership between China and Spain. What are the historical origins of China Studies in Spain and Latin America? What is the current state of cultural exchange between China and Spain? How can the world better understand China?
(2025-10-26). Israel to reexamine policy barring journalists from Gaza, government tells top court. haaretz.com After courts blocked multiple petitions calling for Israel to allow press entry to the Gaza Strip throughout the war, the cease-fire and entry of international forces make it hard for Israeli officials to believe they will be able to prevent the press from first-hand coverage of Gaza…
(2025-10-26). Protecting civilians in good faith: The Updated Commentary on the Fourth Geneva Convention. icrc.org After five years of research and consultation, the ICRC has released the updated Commentary on the Fourth Geneva Convention — the cornerstone of international humanitarian law protecting civilians in armed conflict and occupation.
(2025-10-26). UN General Assembly 80th session: Statement to the First Committee. icrc.org Delivered by Laurent Gisel, Head of Arms and Conduct of Hostilities.
(2025-10-26). Autonomous Weapon Systems and International Humanitarian Law: Selected Issues. icrc.org Position paper by the International Committee of the Red Cross…
(2025-10-26). 'Sealed border, sealed fate': Thousands of Gaza patients stranded without access to treatment abroad. independent.co.ug 
GAZA | Xinhua | In a small tent pitched atop the rubble of her destroyed home, Nour Mohammed Abu Madi, 34, is losing her battle with bone cancer. She has no access to chemotherapy, no way to leave for treatment abroad, and little hope that help will arrive in time. "A year and a half …
(2025-10-26). Budgets that grow Uganda. independent.co.ug 
They must protect adolescent girls and young women by sustaining HIV prevention and treatment efforts COMMENT | HELLEN DIANA ZAWEDDE | Uganda is paying a hidden development cost as young women acquire new HIV infections, yet equity-responsive budgets can cut infections, keep girls in school, and protect growth. This is how it looks like …
(2025-10-26). U.S. sanctions Colombian president amid worsening bilateral relations. independent.co.ug 
WASHINGTON | Xinhua | The Trump administration on Friday imposed sanctions on Colombian President Gustavo Petro amid deteriorating bilateral relations, accusing Petro of allowing drug cartels to "flourish," according to a statement from the U.S. Department of the Treasury. "President Petro has allowed drug cartels to flourish and refused to stop this activity," U.S. Treasury …
(2025-10-26). Cambodia and Thailand sign expanded ceasefire alongside truce-broker Trump. moderndiplomacy.eu The leaders of Thailand and Cambodia signed an enhanced ceasefire agreement in the presence of U.S. President Donald Trump, whose diplomatic efforts in their border conflict earned him a Nobel Peace Prize nomination. The agreement, building on a previous truce, aims to prevent further hostilities after a five-day exchange of rockets and artillery that caused …
(2025-10-26). ASEAN Welcomes Its 11th Member: East Timor. moderndiplomacy.eu East Timor, Asia's youngest nation, has become the 11th member of the Southeast Asian bloc ASEAN, fulfilling a vision set out by its current president nearly a half-century ago. The country, also known as Timor-Leste, is among Asia's poorest and hopes to see gains from integrating its fledgling economy. The accession follows a 14-year wait …
(2025-10-26). US, China Strike Trade Deal Framework Ahead of Key Summit. moderndiplomacy.eu Top Chinese and US economic officials have agreed on a framework for a trade agreement, as US President Donald Trump expressed confidence in hashing out a deal with Chinese President Xi Jinping. US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent and Trade Representative Jamieson Greer met with Chinese Vice Premier He Lifeng and top trade negotiator Li Chenggang …
(2025-10-26). In a Major Victory, Sudan's RSF Seizes Army Headquarters in Key City of al-Fashir. moderndiplomacy.eu Sudan's paramilitary Rapid Support Forces (RSF) announced on Sunday that they had taken control of the army headquarters in al-Fashir, the last army stronghold in Darfur. A video showed RSF soldiers celebrating at the site, although the army has not commented on their current status. The capture is a significant victory for the RSF and …
(2025-10-26). Kremlin Insists Putin-Trump Summit is Still On. moderndiplomacy.eu The Kremlin stated it is premature to discuss canceling a meeting between Russian President Vladimir Putin and U. S. President Donald Trump, emphasizing the need for proper preparation. Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov explained that meetings should not occur without purpose and mentioned that Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov and U. S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio …
(2025-10-26). Argentina Decides Fate of Milei's Austerity Agenda. moderndiplomacy.eu Argentina is set to vote in legislative elections on Sunday, which will test support for President Javier Milei's free-market reforms and austerity measures. The president's party, La Libertad Avanza, aims to boost its minority in Congress to maintain investor confidence and maintain support from U.S. President Donald Trump. The election will take place in half …
(2025-10-26). Russia Tests Burevestnik, a New Nuclear-Powered Cruise Missile. moderndiplomacy.eu Russia has successfully tested its nuclear-powered Burevestnik cruise missile, which Moscow claims can bypass any defense shield due to its almost unlimited range and unpredictable flight path. President Vladimir Putin announced that the missile, tested on October 21, traveled 14,000 km and was in the air for about 15 hours, marking a significant step toward …
(2025-10-26). China Steps Up to Bridge the Global North-South Climate Split. moderndiplomacy.eu China plays a significant role in bridging the climate gap between the North and the South through its ambitious commitments to achieving carbon neutrality, expanding renewable energy, supporting international cooperation, and adopting integrated policies that combine economic development and environmental protection. It has taken concrete steps in this regard, such as pledging to reduce greenhouse …
(2025-10-26). Russia's Doomsday Missile: Decoding Russia's Burevestnik Cruise Missile. moderndiplomacy.eu President Vladimir Putin announced on Sunday that Russia successfully tested the Burevestnik nuclear-powered cruise missile. This missile, known as the 9M730, is a ground-launched, low-flying weapon capable of carrying nuclear warheads and is powered by nuclear energy. NATO refers to it as the SSC-X-9 Skyfall. Putin claims the missile has an unlimited range and can …
(2025-10-26). PKK to Withdraw from Turkey in Major Disarmament Step. moderndiplomacy.eu The Kurdistan Workers Party (PKK) announced on Sunday that it is withdrawing its militants from Turkey as part of a disarmament process coordinated with the Turkish government. This decision comes after a call from its jailed leader, Abdullah Ocalan, to end the armed struggle that has been ongoing since 1984, claiming over 40,000 lives. In …
(2025-10-26). Gaza's Plestia Alaqad to star in Palestinian horror film. newarab.com 
A The story follows a young Palestinian man in Jerusalem who must protect his family after a 'Ghouleh', a female demon from local fol…
(2025-10-26). Trump not 'wasting time' with Putin as Kremlin envoy visits US. newarab.com 
US President Donald Trump on Saturday played down prospects of a summit with Russian leader Vladimir Putin anytime soon, even as a top Kremlin negotiator huddled for talks with US officials on ending the war in Ukraine. | "I'm going to have to know that we're going to make a deal. I'm not going to be wasting my time," Trump told reporters "I've always had a great relationship with Vladimir Putin, but this has been ver…
(2025-10-26). Israeli strikes on south Lebanon kill two on Saturday. newarab.com 
(2025-10-26). 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?
(2025-10-26). 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.
(2025-10-26). 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.
(2025-10-26). 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.
(2025-10-26). 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.
(2025-10-26). 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…
(2025-10-26). 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.
(2025-10-26). 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.
(2025-10-26). WHYY Newscast for Sunday 8:00 a.m. whyy.org The latest local headlines from WHYY…
(2025-10-26). Solar-powered streetlights brighten up Philly's Nicetown-Tioga neighborhood. whyy.org 
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