(2026-01-11). Genocide in Gaza & Scott Weiner. indybay.org At a candidates night in San Francisco California State Senator and Congressional candidate Scott Weiner refused to oppose Israel's genocide in Gaza…
(2026-01-11). Sunday 2/22: Virtual screening of film: "Tala – A Palm Tree from Gaza" indybay.org Online | www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/exiled-not……
news.sky.com (2026-01-11). Nobel Institute responds to claims Maria Corina Machado could give Peace Prize to Donald Trump
The organisation that oversees the Nobel Peace Prize has dismissed claims that Venezuelan opposition leader Maria Corina Machado could give her recent award to President Donald Trump. | | The Norwegian Nobel Institute said Friday that once a Peace Prize is announced, it cannot be revoked, transferred, or shared.
(2026-01-11). Bangladesh seeks to join international force in Gaza. newarab.com 
Bangladesh said its national security adviser, Khalilur Rahman, met US diplomats Allison Hooker and Paul Kapur in Washington. | Rahman "expressed Bangladesh's interest in principle to be part of the international stabilization force that would be deployed in Gaza," a Bangladeshi government statement added. It did not mention the extent or nature of its proposed invol…
(2026-01-11). Somali minister says Israel plans to expel Gaza Palestinians to Somaliland. aljazeera.com Defence minister says Somalia has 'confirmed information' that Israel plans to forcibly move Palestinians to Somaliland.
(2026-01-11). Tuesday 1/13: Webinar: Going on in Palestine. indybay.org Online | masspeace.us/gaza-trump…
(2026-01-11). At least three Palestinians killed in overnight Israeli attacks on Gaza. aljazeera.com Seven others have been wounded in the latest attacks carried out in violation of the October ceasefire.
(2026-01-11). Gaza: "Palestinians are wondering how they will get through the winter" icrc.org
(2026-01-11). 'Neither Gaza nor Lebanon!' Iranian Unrest is about more than the Economy. juancole.com
(2026-01-11). US tightens grip on oil after Caracas raid. ecns.cn US Energy Secretary Chris Wright said on Wednesday that Washington intends to maintain significant control over Venezuela's oil industry "indefinitely" after attacking Caracas and forcibly seizing President Nicolas Maduro and his wife.
(2026-01-11). Venezuelan Journalist Diego Sequera Destroys Trump's Monroe Doctrine. orinocotribune.com It is a monumental act of war. After being kidnapped and flown to the United States, President Nicolás Maduro has pled not guilty to spurious drugs charges in New York — even as U.S. government documents admit that Venezuela is not a major drugs producer, and prosecutors concede that Maduro's supposed Cartel of the Suns never existed. | Moreover, Trump's star key witness, former Venezuelan Gen. Hugo "El Pollo" Carvajal, is a deeply compromised figure. Once a senior official in military intelligence, Carvajal has long been frozen out of power in Venezuela, and became a vocal supporter of U.S.-backed, self-pr…
(2026-01-11). Comicomment: Hegemony on tap. ecns.cn Venezuela has the largest proven crude oil reserves in the world, with approximately 303 billion barrels or about 17 percent of the global total, according to the U.S. Energy Information Administration.
(2026-01-11). The 'Donroe Doctrine': When Sanctions Fail, US Imperialism Wages War on Venezuela. orinocotribune.com By Lev Koufax — Jan 8, 2026 | The world has looked on with horror as the United States launched its largest and most aggressive military operation in the Western Hemisphere in decades. After months of attacks on migrant boats and seafood industry workers, the U.S. imperialist class escalated its assault on Venezuela. | More than 80 people are dead. Dozens of military and industrial facilities have been reduced to rubble. Venezuela's democratically elected president, Nicolás Maduro, was kidnapped and paraded before the world — a deliberate display of imperialist arrogance and political theater. | Maduro…
(2026-01-11). China's willingness to promote shared development with Venezuela remains unchanged: FM spokesperson. ecns.cn China values its relationship with Venezuela and will continue to support the country and deepen cooperation regardless of changes in its political situation, the Chinese foreign ministry said Thursday.
(2026-01-11). Venezuela's Interim President Delcy Rodriguez reaffirms constitutionality. radiohc.cu Venezuela's interim president, Delcy Rodríguez, has confirmed that the government she leads "is a constitutional government," despite the kidnapping of elected President Nicolás Maduro by the United States during an attack on January 3rd. | The South American nation's leader emphasized in a public event that "there is no uncertainty" on the matter, since the country is headed "by the People's Power," even though its legitimate leader has been absent for a week following the US military incursion, the Venezuelan News Agency (AVN) added. | "Who leads the Venezuelan people?" asked the acting president of the Bolivar…
(2010-01-26). Who benefits from Trump's Venezuela gamble? tribune.com.pk 
As the Trump administration openly courts oil executives in the aftermath of Washington's aggression against Venezuela, the choreography was unmistakable. Political force first. Legal guarantees next. Balance sheets last. | The administration's pitch, promising "total safety" for American firms willing to invest tens of billions into Venezuela's oil sector, made clear who the operation was really for. | The outrageous act of capturing the Venezuelan president was not a project aimed at lowering gas prices for American households or rebuilding Venezuelan sovereignty. It was the Empire's familiar exercise of usi…
(2026-01-11). Venezuela's Communes: Socialism of the 21st Century. orinocotribune.com By Peter Lackowski — Jan 3, 2026 | The United States is committed to removing Venezuela's President, Nicolás Maduro, along with the government he leads. The pretext—that Maduro is involved in sending drugs to the US—is even refuted by the US government's own intelligence agencies, so many wonder why a carrier fleet has been sent to threaten war. To answer that question, it is necessary to look at what has been going on inside the country. | What do most Americans know about Venezuela? Coverage in the corporate media has focused largely on actions of the upper-class opposition—coup attempts,…
(2026-01-11). Trump Cannot Reach Consensus on Venezuela With US Oil Corporations While Helping PDVSA Recover an Oil Tanker. orinocotribune.com Caracas ( "It's uninvestible," ExxonMobil CEO Darre…
(2026-01-11). Failed U.S. Military Effort in Africa is on the Chopping Block. theintercept.com 
(2026-01-11). Venezuela's Acting President Rodríguez Dismisses US Narrative of Control, Vows to Rescue President Maduro (+Legal Team). orinocotribune.com Caracas ( Rodríguez's statements come as US President Donald Trump and mainst…
(2026-01-11). Could Trump's Diversion of Venezuelan Oil to US Save the Iranian Regime? juancole.com Ann Arbor (Informed Comment) — They write, "China imported 389,000 barrels per day of Venezuelan oil in 2025, about 4% of its total seaborne crude imports, Kpler data showed." | Reuters doesn't say so, but Trump…
(2026-01-11). U.S. strike on Venezuela marks a defining moment in the erosion of American hegemony. independent.co.ug 
Today, confronted with deepening domestic strains and an increasingly contested global position, Washington has shed its veneer of moralism and is resorting more openly to naked force to impose its will on other countries. COMMENT | XINHUA | Far from a triumphant display of strength and Western Hemisphere dominance as Washington claims, the U.S. assault …
(2010-01-26). Trump's might-makes-right policy hits Venezuela. tribune.com.pk 
The early weeks of 2026 have revealed a United States that no longer seems guided by the principles it once championed. Its intervention in Venezuela—removing President Nicolás‚ÄØ Maduro on charges of sending an influx of criminal migrants and allegedly siphoning American oil, while leaving elements of his regime in place—defies both reason and the international laws Washington once held up as a model for the world. | Days after the operation, President Donald Trump offered a clarification during a wide-ranging conversation with four New ‚ÄØYork‚&Aum…
(2026-01-11). Comicomment: Wings clipped, Latin America suffers. ecns.cn U.S. forces last Saturday launched an attack on Venezuela, capturing President Nicolas Maduro and his wife, before transferring them to the United States. Washington later claimed it would "run" Venezuela, compelling Maduro to appear before a U.S. court.
(2026-01-11). United States Interventions in Foreign Countries from Hiroshima to Venezuela. unitedworldint.com U.S. foreign interventions, motivated by economic interests, security concerns, and ideology, have frequently led to long-term instability. By Dr. Halim Genàßoƒülu "If there is a country that has committed unspeakable atrocities in the world, it is the United States of America. They don't care for human beings. The attitude of the United States of America …
(2026-01-11). Venezuela's Acting President Rodríguez Dismisses US Narrative of Control, Vows to Rescue President Maduro (+Legal Team). orinocotribune.com Caracas ( Rodríguez's statements come as US President Donald Trump and mainst…
(2026-01-11). Fossil Fuel Subsidies Are Leading the US and EU Into Industrial Decline. truthout.org Since Donald Trump took office, the U.S. government has been more aggressively boosting fossil fuels to exert geopolitical dominance. President Donald Trump stated unequivocally that the military assault on Venezuela and the kidnapping of President Nicolás Maduro and his wife are aimed at gaining control of the country's oil reserves. Meanwhile, oil company shares are soaring, a dividend on the… |
(2026-01-11). US Out Of Venezuela! San Francisco Rally Demands Halt Of US Imperialist Attacks & At Home. indybay.org
(2026-01-11). Venezuela: U.S. attack seriously violates international law. fidh.org
(2026-01-11). Venezuela: tutte le violazioni del diritto internazionale e costituzionale USA perpetrate da Donald Trump. strategic-culture.su L'operazione militare lanciata dagli Stati Uniti sotto l'amministrazione Trump contro il Venezuela ha sollevato gravi questioni legali. Dalle norme inderogabili del diritto internazionale — come la Carta delle Nazioni Unite e la Convenzione di Montego Bay — fino alle disposizioni della Costituzione americana, emergono violazioni sostanziali dei principi di legalità e dello stato di diritto, sia sul piano esterno che interno.
(2026-01-11). Public Works terminates lease associated with "Cat" Matlala. sanews.gov.za Public Works terminates lease associated with "Cat" Matlala | Minister Dean Macpherson has confirmed that the Department of Public Works and Infrastructure (DPWI) has terminated the lease agreement with Medicare 24 Tshwane District, linked to suspected criminal mastermind, Vusimuzi "Cat" Matlala. | This is in respect of a hospital facility situated in Pretoria West. According to the DPWI the lease agreement was terminated on Friday, 09 January 2026. | The termination follows allegations made in the Parliamentary Ad hoc Committee and an investigation by a South African media company, which detailed how Medicare 2…
(2026-01-11). President Ramaphosa to attend UAE summit. sanews.gov.za President Ramaphosa to attend UAE summit | President Cyril Ramaphosa will participate in the Abu Dhabi Sustainability Week (ADSW) in the United Arab Emirates (UAE) on Monday. | The President will undertake an official visit to the UAE from 12-13 January 2026 at the invitation of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, President of the UAE. | "The ADSW summit brings together the Heads of State and Government, the private sector leaders and civil society to promote multi-stakeholder collaboration, drive large-scale systemic change, and shape the next era of global sustainability," the Presidency said on S…
(2026-01-11). Villarreal Successfully Defends Third Place in the Spanish Football League. radiohc.cu Havana, January 10 (RHC) — Villarreal successfully defended their third place in the Spanish football league today, after beating Alavés 3-1 on matchday 19. | After a lackluster first half, Valencia rallied thanks to Alberto Moleiro, who scored a goal and provided an assist, and Gerard Moreno. | Moleiro opened the scoring in the 49th minute, capitalizing on a poor clearance from the defense to curl the ball into the top corner of the Villarreal goal. | Shortly after (55th minute), Moreno struck again, firing home from the edge of the box after a save by goalkeeper Antonio Sivera. | Villarreal maintained thei…
(2026-01-11). CIIE Stories | UAE highlights shared vision at CIIE. ecns.cn In the eyes of this "old friend", the UAE and China share significant commonalities, with both countries highly aligned in their ideals of openness, inclusivity, innovation-driven development, and global collaboration. The CIIE serves as a "golden bridge" that carries this shared vision.
(2026-01-11). China to expand services sector opening-up pilot program to nine more cities. ecns.cn China will advance the opening-up of its services sector in nine additional pilot cities, according to a statement released by the Ministry of Commerce on Friday.
(2011-01-26). Rosenior makes flying start as Chelsea rout Charlton in FA Cup. tribune.com.pk 
Chelsea's new manager Liam Rosenior enjoyed the perfect start to his reign as the Blues thrashed Charlton 5-1 in the FA Cup third round on Saturday. | Jorrel Hato bagged his first goal for Chelsea late in the first half at The Valley and Tosin Adarabioyo doubled the visitors' lead soon after the interval. | Although Miles Leaburn got one back, Marc Guiu, Pedro Neto and Enzo Fernandez scored to ensure Rosenior coasted to a debut victory against a Charlton team sitting 19th in the Championship. | Hired from Strasbourg to replace Enzo Maresca after the Italian parted company with the Blues last week, Rosenior ful…
(2026-01-11). Iran: Narges Mohammadi, several other human rights defenders arbitrarily arrested in massive crackdown. fidh.org More than 50 people were arrested, including five women human rights defenders, while they were taking part in a memorial ceremony honouring a recently deceased fellow human rights defender. The Observatory for the Protection of Human Rights Defenders (the International Federation for Human Rights-FIDH and the World Organisation Against Torture-OMCT) and the League for the Defence of Human Rights in Iran (LDDHI) strongly condemn these new arrests and call on the Iranian authorities to (…) | – |
(2026-01-11). AFCON: Egypt knock out Ivory Coast as Nigeria to face Morocco. newarab.com 
In Agadir, a thrilling last-eight tie saw Omar Marmoush and Ramy Rabia net in the first half for the Pharaohs before an own goal by Ahmed Aboul-Fetouh brought the Ivorians back into it…
(2026-01-11). Saturday 2/7: Bay Area Women in Black Monthly Silent Vigil. indybay.org In front of the Grand Lake Theater, 3200 Grand Ave., Oakland CA…
(2026-01-11). Sunday 1/11: Santa Cruz Protest: ICE Out for Good. indybay.org Ocean & Water St, Santa Cruz…
(2026-01-11). Wednesday 1/28: Virtual Delegation – Wadi Fouqin. indybay.org Online | www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/virtual-de……
(2026-01-11). Sunday 2/8: Virtual screening of film: "A Depopulated Camp" indybay.org Online | www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/exiled-not……
(2026-01-11). Minister condemns social media misinformation. sanews.gov.za Minister condemns social media misinformation | Minister in the Presidency, Khumbudzo Ntshavheni, has condemned the photoshopping of her X account with vulgar images and misinformation as not only distasteful, but also shameful. | "In a country that is battling with a scourge of gender-based violence, the continued use of sexual images to tarnish women is deplorable at the least. The cowards responsible for the photoshop [material] represent the worst sexists and gender-based violence perpetrators," the government said in a statement on Saturday. | Acting Government spokesperson, Nomonde Mnukwa, said the governme…
(2026-01-11). Aryna Sabalenka wins Brisbane title ahead of Australian Open. aljazeera.com World no 1 becomes back-to-back champion at the Brisbane International with a straight-sets victory over Marta Kostyuk.
(2026-01-11). Myanmar's military holds second phase of elections amid civil war. aljazeera.com Polls have opened in 100 townships across the country, with the military claiming 52 percent turnout in the first round.
(2026-01-11). Sudan: Call on the Rapid Support Forces (RSF) to release journalist Muammar Ibrahim. fidh.org The undersigned organisations, including FIDH and OMCT within the framework of the Observatory for the Protection of Human Rights Defenders, journalists, express serious concern regarding the detention of Sudanese journalist Muammar Ibrahim by the Rapid Support Forces (RSF). Mr Ibrahim has been held since 26 October 2025, following his detention in El-Fasher, North Darfur.
According to available information, RSF detained Muammar Ibrahim while he was attempting to leave El-Fasher amid (…) | – |
(2026-01-11). CIIE Stories | Entering 'golden gateway' to reap 'golden fruits'. ecns.cn "The China International Import Expo (CIIE) has become a 'golden gateway' to the vast Chinese market," remarked Kazakh President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev during his online attendance at the opening ceremony of the fourth CIIE. Gold, a primary color in Kazakhstan's national flag and emblem, holds significant symbolic meaning, highlighting the importance of the CIIE for Kazakhstan.
(2026-01-11). China celebrates two years of pioneering X-ray observations. ecns.cn Launched on Jan 9, 2024, China's Tianguan satellite celebrates two years of stable operations and sustained science in orbit on Friday.
(2026-01-11). Pro-Sisi parties dominate Egypt parliament election. newarab.com 
Egypt's election body on Saturday announced the final results of Half of the seats were filled through closed party lists and the other half by individual candidates, while five percent of MPs are appointed directly by the president. A quarter of the seats are also res…
(2026-01-11). China moves to curb 'adultization' and commercial exploitation in children-themed micro-dramas. ecns.cn China's broadcasting regulator has issued new guidance tightening oversight of children-themed micro-dramas, citing concerns over adult-style content and the commercial exploitation of minors.
(2026-01-11). Stop the Amazon AI data centers in Gilroy. indybay.org City of Gilroy residents are fighting to stop an Amazon Data Center within the City limits…
(2026-01-11). How Elon Musk's SpaceX Rockets Put Passenger Planes at Risk. truthout.org When SpaceX CEO Elon Musk chose a remote Texas outpost on the Gulf Coast to develop his company's ambitious Starship, he put the 400-foot rocket on a collision course with the commercial airline industry. Each time SpaceX did a test run of Starship and its booster, dubbed Super Heavy, the megarocket's flight path would take it soaring over busy Caribbean airspace before it reached the… |
(2026-01-11). Wednesday 1/21: Webinar: "We Can Speak for Ourselves" : A conversation With Palestinian Women. indybay.org Online | www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/webinar-we……
(2026-01-11). Progress made in containing Overstrand fires. sanews.gov.za Progress made in containing Overstrand fires | Firefighters remain on high alert for any signs of smoke or flames in the Overstrand area following fires in Pearly Beach and Stanford in the Western Cape. ⚪ In an update on Sunday morning, Overstrand Municipal Manager Dean O'Neill, said that good progress has been made along the border of Groeneweide and Panorama. ⚪ "On Day 8, the Pearly Beach Fire Crew made good progress overnight along the border of Groeneweide and Panorama. The left flank's active fire line has been contained, and mop-up operations will now continue," he said in a statement. ⚪ The municipality…
(2026-01-11). Western Cape Education ready for the 2026 school year. sanews.gov.za Western Cape Education ready for the 2026 school year | The Western Cape Education Department (WCED) has expressed its readiness for the 2026 academic year, with schools set to reopen on Wednesday, 14 January. | "The Western Cape Education Department (WCED) is prepared and ready for the start of the 2026 school year. Educators and school-based staff will return on Monday, 12 January 2026, and learners will enter the school gates on Wednesday, 14 January 2026, to begin their first term," the provincial department said. | It further added that the beginning of a new school year sees hundreds of thousands of young p…
(2026-01-11). US president says Washington 'ready to help' as Iran protests continue. geo.tv 
People gather on the streets during a protest in Mashhad, Iran on January 8, 2026. — ReutersIran looking at 'Freedom' like never before: TrumpIranian officials blame unrest on 'terrorists'.State media report municipal building burned in Karaj.WEST PALM BEACH: US President Donald…
(2026-01-11). Uprooting Olive Trees Can't Uproot the Palestinians. counterpunch.org In November, the Jerusalem Post published an essay by Susannah Schilds, the American-Israeli author of a book titled From Southerner to Settler: Unexpected Lessons from the Land of Israel. In it, she recalled the exhilar
(2026-01-11). Saturday 1/17: Trader Drop Petaluma Poultry. indybay.org 1885 University Ave, Berkeley, CA…
(2026-01-11). Cédric Durand: Michel Aglietta. newleftreview.org A tribute to the founder of the Parisian Regulation School of heterodox economics, with its striking combination of elite statistical training, rich conceptualizations and long-range economic history. Michel Aglietta's singular trajectory traced from radicalization in Algeria and 1960s Marxism to studies of China and green modelling.
(2026-01-11). Stopping wars or waging them? aljazeera.com We compare and contrast Trump's bid for a peacemaker legacy with the military strikes launched during his second term.
(2026-01-11). Ryan Ruby: Wikipedia and the Novel. newleftreview.org Derogatory references to wiki-novels abound in contemporary literary criticism, as authors parade their characters' pseudo-erudition. But might these be signs of an iPhone era 'regime of perception'? Dazzling reconsideration of the relation between the novel and the encyclopaedia, from Sterne and Melville to Rachel Kushner and Sally Rooney.
(2026-01-11). UK, Canada and Australia in talks to ban X over explicit Grok AI trend. albawaba.com ALBAWABA – The UK, Canada, and Australia are in talks of banning Musk's X (formerly Twitter) after users used Grok, the social media platform's AI companion, to generate explicit deepfake images of women and children. The possible ban sparked mixed reactions among internet users worldwide, with many accusing the three countries of censorship and a breach of free speech. Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese told reporters in Canberra, "The fact that this tool was used so that people were using its image creation function through Grok is, I think, just completely abhorrent."He added, "It, once again, is an ex…
(2011-01-26). Palace suffer biggest ever FA Cup shock. tribune.com.pk 
Crystal Palace suffered the biggest shock in FA Cup history as the holders suffered a humiliating 2-1 defeat at sixth-tier Macclesfield, while Chelsea manager Liam Rosenior started his reign with a 5-1 rout of Charlton on Saturday. | Antoine Semenyo began his Manchester City career by scoring in a 10-1 rout of Exeter, but Tottenham boss Thomas Frank's future was plunged into doubt after a 2-1 loss to Aston Villa. | In their last FA Cup outing at Wembley in May, Palace made history by beating Manchester City to win the club's first ever major trophy. | This time Palace entered the record books for the wrong rea…
(2026-01-11). Department monitors Kynsna water supply interventions. sanews.gov.za Department monitors Kynsna water supply interventions | The Department of Water and Sanitation (DWS) has reassured the public that work is being done to stabilise the water supply and improve system resilience in Knysna and the broader Garden Route coastal route. | In a statement on Friday, the department said it noted with concern the escalating water supply challenges currently affecting Knysna and other coastal towns within the Garden Route District in the Western Cape. | In early December 2025, the Knysna Council at a meeting, declared the Greater Knysna Municipality as a water-stressed area. At the time, Exe…
(2026-01-11). China to adjust or cancel export tax rebates for photovoltaic and battery products. ecns.cn China announced on Friday that it will change export tax rebates for a range of products, including photovoltaic and battery products.Meanwhile, the export tax rebate rate for the value added tax of battery products will be reduced from 9 percent to 6 percent starting from April 1, 2026, and will be eliminated starting from Jan 1, 2027, according to the announcement.
(2026-01-11). Thursday 1/15: Panel On The Attack On Healthcare Workers & Patients & The Fight For Single Payer. indybay.org Registration link sdaction.ourpowerbase.net/civicrm/event/……
(2026-01-11). 70th Anniversary of Montgomery Bus Boycott – Bis Ride to Justice. indybay.org On a warm sunny day in Washington DC, after our Black Agriculture Breakfast Forum during Congressional Black Caucus Foundation Week, I met Fred Gray, Sr., Esq. He remains a special determined son from the blood stain soil in the Heart of Dixie, blessed to have called and his response remains cherished wisdom.
(2026-01-11). Kazakhstan: Physical attacks and judicial harassment of LGBTQIA+ defenders Temirlan Baimash, Ardzh Tursynkhan, and Zhanar Sekerbayeva. fidh.org At the end of November 2025, unidentified individuals and state authorities physically attacked Kazakhstani LGBTQIA+ defenders Temirlan Baimash, Ardzh Tursynkhan, and Zhanar Sekerbayeva. The three defenders were subsequently arbitrarily arrested and subjected to judicial harassment. The Observatory for the Protection of Human Rights Defenders (World Organisation Against Torture-OMCT and International Federation for Human Rights-FIDH) condemns the repeated acts of physical and verbal (…) | – |
(2026-01-11). Sunday 1/11: ICE Out For Good Salinas. indybay.org Blanco Road & South Main Street, Salinas…
(2026-01-11). UN General Assembly: States must ensure that the protections afforded under IHL remain effective against the risks of ICT activities during armed conflict. icrc.org Statement delivered by Elyse Mosquini, Permanent Observer to the United Nations, at the High-level Meeting of the UN General Assembly on the overall review of the implementation of the outcomes of the World Summit on the Information Society (WSIS+20)…
(2026-01-11). CIIE Stories | Where a Danish company finds 'possibility in every drop'. ecns.cn At the China headquarters of Grundfos, a Danish provider of pumps and water solutions, a photo wall captures the deep bond between the company and the China International Import Expo (CIIE) over the years.
(2026-01-11). 10 big things about China you should not miss (Jan. 4- Jan. 10). ecns.cn China has decided to strengthen export control on dual-use items to Japan, effective as of Tuesday, the Ministry of Commerce announced.
(2026-01-11). 70th Anniversary of Montgomery Bus Boycott – Bus Ride to Justice. indybay.org On a warm sunny day in Washington DC, after our Black Agriculture Breakfast Forum during Congressional Black Caucus Foundation Week, I met Fred Gray, Sr., Esq. He remains a special determined son from the blood stain soil in the Heart of Dixie, blessed to have called and his response remains cherished wisdom.
(2026-01-11). Rallies across US after woman killed by ICE agent. newarab.com 
Thousands of demonstrators took to the streets of Minneapolis on Saturday chanting the name of the woman killed by a federal agent in the city, amid Organizers said more than 1,000 events were planned across the United States under the slogan "ICE, Out for Good" – referring to
(2026-01-11). Shanghai unveils new steps to support multinational companies' R&D centers. ecns.cn Shanghai released a set of 26 new measures on Thursday to further enhance the capacity of multinational companies' research and development centers in the city, aiming to better attract resources from around the world and facilitate industrial advancement.
(2026-01-11). Kevin Cox: South Africa In History's Shadow. newleftreview.org Why is South Africa seemingly still mired in the income and spatial segregation patterns of the apartheid era? Standard explanations focus on the ANC, either as too neoliberal or too statist. Kevin Cox looks instead at the making of classes—and expropriation of African farmers—in conditions of globalization's labour shock.
(2026-01-11). One dead, dozens missing after Philippine dump site collapse. ecns.cn Rescue workers searched on Friday for dozens of people buried under a mountain of garbage that collapsed at a landfill in the central Philippines, killing at least one.
(2026-01-11). $1.5t military budget for 2027 sparks war concerns. ecns.cn United States President Donald Trump proposed a $1.5 trillion military budget for 2027 on Wednesday, a sharp increase from this year's $901 billion, fueling concerns about the potential eruption of wars.
(2026-01-11). Julieta Caldas: Luxury without Grandeur. newleftreview.org The experience of the Frieze Art Fair in London, as sibling events sprout in New York, LA, Seoul, Abu Dhabi, under the ownership of an entertainment mogul. Commercial logics on display in a glaring, idea-less space, where artists function as generators of speculative capital.
(2026-01-11). At OIC moot, Pakistan rejects Israel's recognition of 'Somaliland', warns of consequences. geo.tv 
Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar addressing Extraordinary Session of the OIC Council of Foreign Ministers, held on January 10, 2026 at the headquarters of the OIC General Secretariat in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia. — XForeignOfficePkOIC meeting held after Israel's…
(2026-01-11). Cédric Durand: Michel Aglietta. newleftreview.org A tribute to the founder of the Parisian Regulation School of heterodox economics, with its striking combination of elite statistical training, rich conceptualizations and long-range economic history. Michel Aglietta's singular trajectory traced from radicalization in Algeria and 1960s Marxism to studies of China and green modelling.
(2026-01-11). U.S. could lose UN General Assembly vote over unpaid dues, UN says. ecns.cn The United States could lose its voting rights in the U.N. General Assembly if it continues to withhold payment of its membership dues, a U.N. spokesperson said Wednesday.
(2026-01-11). China's consumer inflation hits nearly three-year high. ecns.cn China's consumer inflation accelerated at its fastest pace in nearly three years in December, while the decline in factory-gate prices narrowed, official data showed on Friday.
(2026-01-11). Amid Trump's War on Antifa, Activists Face Arrest for Zines and Group Chats. truthout.org I've been making zines since I was 14 years young. I've been distributing them since I was 16. I'm now 37 years old and pursuing a doctorate in art history studying communities of zine makers. In recent years I've seen a notable increase in people talking about zines, making them, and attending zine fests — it's been heartening and wild to witness! I've watched what felt at times like this… |
(2011-01-26). Pakistan urges OIC unity as bloc rejects Israel's recognition of Somaliland. tribune.com.pk 
Pakistan has urged the Organisation of Islamic Cooperation (OIC) and the wider international community to unite in rejecting any actions that undermine Somalia's sovereignty and territorial integrity. | The call was made by Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar while addressing the 22nd Extraordinary Session of the OIC Council of Foreign Ministers in Jeddah on Sunday, according to Radio Pakistan. | Addressing the session, Dar described the meeting as a strong demonstration of collective solidarity with Somalia in the face of what he called Israel's blatant infringement on its sovereignty. He sai…
(2026-01-11). A Call for Accountability in ICE Cold Minneapolis Killing. indybay.org Nationwide protests over the killing of Renee Good in Minneapolis by ICE, saw protests calling for end immigration raids in cities across the country.
(2026-01-11). Six killed in Mississippi shooting, suspect in custody. geo.tv 
Representational image showing a police vehicle and a crime scene tape. — AFPAt least six people were fatally shot on Friday night in Clay County, Mississippi, and the suspect is in custody, according to local news outlets and law enforcement, without providing further…
(2026-01-11). Japanese think tank warns China's rare earth supply cut could hit Japan's GDP. ecns.cn Japan could face losses of about 660 billion yen (approximately $4.2 billion) if China's rare earth export controls remain in place for three months, resulting in a 0.11% decline in both nominal and real annual GDP, according to an estimate by Nomura Research Institute, a Japanese economic think tank.
(2026-01-11). China breaks ground on its first sea-recovery reusable rockets plant. ecns.cn China has begun construction on its first "super plant" for reusable rockets that can be recovered at sea in the eastern city of Hangzhou.
(2026-01-11). Chinese firms top global humanoid robot market in 2025: new report. ecns.cn Chinese manufacturers topped the global humanoid robot market in 2025, with Shanghai-based AgiBot ranking first worldwide by shipments and market share, according to a report released by market research firm Omdia.
(2026-01-11). Friday 1/9: San Jose: Vigil & Rally Against the ICE Murder in Minneapolis. indybay.org Mexican Heritage Plaza, 1700 Alum Rock Ave, San Jose…
(2026-01-11). Department to continue work to create employment opportunities. sanews.gov.za Department to continue work to create employment opportunities | The Department of Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment (DFFE) will continue to work with municipalities and stakeholders to create much-needed work opportunities for poor and unemployed South Africans through the Expanded Public Works Programme (EPWP). | This is according to Deputy Minister Bernice Swarts, who concluded a three-day monitoring and evaluation visit to projects funded by the DFFE in the North West province on Friday. | She visited the Rustenburg Waste Tyre Depot in Tlhabane, participated in a Clean-up campaign in Rustenburg, as well…
(2026-01-11). Jilin documentary festival brings filmmakers to northeastern China. ecns.cn The second Jilin Doc Fest opened on Wednesday in Jilin, northeastern China, drawing documentary filmmakers, broadcasters, scholars and decision makers from across China and overseas to the snowy Songhua riverside city.
(2026-01-11). Israel's Netanyahu hopes to 'taper' Israel off US military aid. newarab.com 
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(2026-01-11). Omar Says Trump's Minnesota Operations Seem to Be Pushing Toward "Martial Law" truthout.org Amidst national outrage this week over the killing of Minneapolis resident Renee Nicole Good by a federal agent, members of Minnesota's congressional delegation on Saturday were blocked from full access to a federal immigration detention center in the city — but at least one lawmaker among them warns something much more sinister is now taking place in the state. "I was just denied access to… |
(2026-01-11). Wednesday 1/14: Reject Alameda Health layoffs. indybay.org Highland Hospital 3rd floor cafeteria…
(2026-01-11). Monday 1/12: No Monday: Weekly Protest at Tesla in San Francisco. indybay.org At the Tesla Dealership, 999 Van Ness (corner of Van Ness and O'Farrell), San Francisco…
(2026-01-11). Rain expected as a result of low-pressure system. sanews.gov.za Rain expected as a result of low-pressure system | A low-pressure system is expected to influence weather conditions over the north-eastern parts of the country, bringing significant rain and thunderstorms over the coming days, the South African Weather Service (SAWS) said. ⚪ "The SAWS wishes to update the public on a low-pressure system currently located over the southern parts of Mozambique, which is expected to significantly influence weather conditions over north-eastern South Africa over the coming days," it said. ⚪ In a statement on Saturday, the weather service said current weather forecasts indicate tha…
(2026-01-11). Thursday 1/22: Webinar: Report back from our 77th Delegation to Palestine. indybay.org Online | www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/d77-report……
(2011-01-26). Kiplimo captures third straight world cross country title. tribune.com.pk 
Uganda's Jacob Kiplimo, the reigning Chicago Marathon champion, won his third consecutive men's crown on Saturday at the World Cross Country Championships. | The 25-year-old completed the hat-trick over 10 kilometers in a winning time of 28min 18sec with Ethiopia's Berihu Aregawi 18sec back in a third consecutive runner-up finish, with Kenya's Daniel Ebenyo third in 28: 45. | Kiplimo became only the fourth man to win three world cross country titles in a row after Ethiopia's Kenenisa Bekele (2002-2006) and the Kenyans Paul Tergat (1995-1999) and John Ngugi (1986-1989). | "To win three times, I'm so happy about…
(2026-01-11). Anders Stephanson & George Kennan: Stephanson—Kennan Correspondence. newleftreview.org An inter-generational exchange between one of the Cold War's originating thinkers and a young Marxist scholar studying his work. Problems of American foreign policy, definitions of the national interest, the Soviet Union and the containment doctrine and the independent development of political discourse among the subjects under consideration.
(2026-01-11). Nic Johnson: What The Thunder Said. newleftreview.org Nic Johnson on Melinda Cooper, Counterrevolution. Neoliberalism as programme to head off the radical potential of the Keynesian state.
(2026-01-11). situation has become too Palestinian villagers leave their West Bank homes over harassment by Israeli settlers. haaretz.com Despite decades on their land, villagers describe daily threats from settlers — including stolen livestock, blocked roads, and attacks on children — forcing families to leave their community of Ras Ein al-Auja in the West Bank…
(2026-01-11). Top 10 Vacation Destinations For Black Families In 2026. newsone.com 
Nothing really tops a family vacation. It's one of the few times when everyone's in the same place, on the same schedule, creating memories that actually last. For Black families, travel hits a little differently. It's not just about beaches and photos — it's about feeling safe, welcomed, and free to fully enjoy ourselves without …
(2026-01-11). China will stay committed to multilateralism, FM says in response to U.S. withdrawal from multiple int'l organizations. ecns.cn No matter how the situation evolves, China will stay committed to multilateralism, Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson Mao Ning said on Thursday when asked to comment on U.S. President Donald Trump's decision to withdraw the United States from 35 non-United Nations (UN) organizations and 31 UN entities.
(2026-01-11). Nevada eyes Chinese tech cooperation to boost economic diversification. ecns.cn Nevada Lieutenant Governor Stavros Anthony said the western US state is keen to deepen cooperation with China as it seeks to diversify its economy by attracting Chinese technology companies.
(2026-01-11). "No Other Country" — Israel, the Pariah. counterpunch.org Image by Gayatri Malhotra. Image by Gayatri Malhotra. Image by Gayatri Malhotra. Image by Gayatri Malhotra. Image by Gayatri Malhotra. Image by Gayatri Malhotra. Image by Gayatri Malhotra. Image by Gayatri Malhotra. Imag
(2026-01-11). Reconnaissance flight to assess Wemmershoek fire extent. sanews.gov.za Reconnaissance flight to assess Wemmershoek fire extent | As the fire in Wemmershoek, Franschhoek continues to burn out of control, the Cape Winelands District Municipality said a reconnaissance flight will be conducted to assess the full extent of the fire. ⚪ "During the night, the fire spread rapidly down the mountain across a large area, threatening surrounding farms along the Wemmershoek Road (R301). Firefighting efforts, including aerial resources, focused primarily on structure protection. The fire later shifted back toward the R45, where recognised firefighting techniques, including backburns, were implem…
(2026-01-11). Villa Clara and other Cuban provinces across the island prepare for combat readiness. radiohc.cu 
By Abel Alejandro Pérez García | With the goal of ensuring ever-increasing combat readiness, the people of Villa Clara and their authorities on Saturday conducted drills in response to potential attacks at various strategic and economic points in the province, as part of Territorial Defense Day. | Lieutenant Colonel Yordanys Cervantes Lozada, Chief of Staff of the Santa Clara Military Sector, explained to journalists present that preparation, protection and firefighting actions were carried out in that municipality in response to possible damage caused by enemy attacks. | At the Villa Clara Operational Region (RM…
(2026-01-11). Operation Hawkeye: US launches large scale airstrikes against ISIS in Syria. ptcnews.tv PTC News Desk: The United States has carried out another set of retaliatory airstrikes against ISIS in Syria, following an ambush last month that resulted in the deaths of two American soldiers and a US civilian interpreter. | According to US Central Command, the coordinated strikes—conducted with partner forces—took place around 12: 30 pm ET and targeted several ISIS locations across Syria. | "Our message remains strong: if you harm our war fighters, we will find you and kill you anywhere in the world, no matter how hard you try to evade justice," US Central Command said in a statement on Saturday.
(2011-01-26). Sabalenka fires Australian Open warning with Brisbane domination. tribune.com.pk 
World number one Aryna Sabalenka warmed up for a tilt at a third Australian open title in four years in ominous fashion by winning her second successive Brisbane International crown on Sunday. | Sabalenka scored a dominant 6-4, 6-3 win over Marta Kostyuk in just 78 minutes. | "Every day you go out there and prove your level, and I think this week I did it really well," said Sabalenka after a tournament in which she powered to the title without dropping a set. | Looking ahead to the Australian Open, which begins next Sunday, Sabalenka said: "The only thing I know is that I'll be there, I'll be fighting." | Sala…
(2026-01-11). Elon Musk blasts 'prison island' UK in showdown over Grok AI sexual images. scmp.com Elon Musk accused the UK government of being "fascist" after it stepped up threats to block X over sexualised images of women and children produced by his artificial intelligence tool Grok. | Responding to a chart claiming to show the UK had the highest arrests for social media comments in the world, Musk posted: "Why is the UK government so fascist?" In separate posts hours earlier, Musk said the UK wanted to "suppress free speech" and referred to the country as a "prison island".
(2026-01-11). From E. Palestine to Moss Landing & Rosemont Louisiana, Corporate Poisoning & Crimes. indybay.org The criminal poisoning of people in the United States in mass incident casualty sites continues to expand. This program focuses on the East Palestine Norfolk Southern derailment, the Moss Landing battery fire in Monterey County and the massive chemical fire in Rosemont Louisiana, the people who were poisoned and the cover-up by the corporations and the government agencies and politicians who are controlled by the corporations.
(2011-01-26). Salah closer to AFCON glory. tribune.com.pk 
Mohamed Salah scored as Egypt won 3-2 to dump defending champions Ivory Coast out of the Africa Cup of Nations in a thrilling quarter-final on Saturday. | Omar Marmoush and Ramy Rabia netted for Egypt, then Ahmed Aboul-Fetouh conceded an own goal before half-time. | Salah then edged closer to a first Africa Cup of Nations winners medal by doubling the lead soon after the break before Guela Doue pulled a goal back for Ivory Coast, but it wasn't enough for the holders. | The jubilant Egyptians will face Senegal on Wednesday in Tangiers with the winners meeting hosts Morocco or Nigeria four days later in the fina…
(2026-01-11). A ghost town votes in Myanmar election's second phase. aljazeera.com Hpapun was once a bustling town with its own airport. Now it's empty and Sunday's election there is meaningless.
(2026-01-11). Israeli forces raid Palestinian wedding in occupied East Jerusalem. aljazeera.com Israeli forces raided a Palestinian wedding ceremony in occupied East Jerusalem, firing live bullets and stun grenades.
(2026-01-11). Grey Anderson: Primacy's Calculus. newleftreview.org Grey Anderson on Edward Luce, Zbig. Biography of Brzezinski, updating the American strategist and Russia hawk for present needs.
(2026-01-11). Chicago Residents Demand Investigation of Police Collaboration With ICE. truthout.org About 500 people packed Thalia Hall in Pilsen on Thursday night amid a torrential downpour to voice their frustration with the Community Commission on Public Safety and Accountability (CCPSA) for not holding a hearing to probe allegations of cooperation by Chicago police with federal immigration agents sooner. Since June 2025, Chicago police officers have responded to the scenes of federal… |
(2026-01-11). UN General Assembly: Principled humanitarian action is under increasing pressure. icrc.org Delivered by Elyse Mosquini, Permanent Observer to the United Nations, at the 60th plenary meeting on strengthening of the coordination of humanitarian and disaster relief assistance of the United Nations, including special economic assistance.
(2026-01-11). Deputy Minister emphasises importance of community-run organisations. sanews.gov.za Deputy Minister emphasises importance of community-run organisations | Deputy Minister in the Presidency, Nonceba Mhlauli, has emphasised the importance of community-run and faith-based organisations in helping to move the country forward. | "Across South Africa, community-run and faith-based organisations quietly carry a heavy responsibility, often with limited resources, yet with deep commitment. Places like Rakatane are not just facilities. They are homes, sanctuaries and bridges to a better future for children who have faced difficult circumstances. | "Government recognises that when these institutions are we…
(2026-01-11). Pierre Vesperini: Government of the Past. newleftreview.org If the past is always that of a certain present, what are the conditions for avoiding the subordination of public history to self-interested origin stories, or the consignment of past infamies to oblivion? Who belongs in public memory, and who not? Reflections on the political use and abuse of popular historiography.
(2026-01-11). bet on Iran regime change will force Israel to rethink strike plans. haaretz.com Israeli intelligence sees a long-term erosion of Iran's regime, marked by eased hijab enforcement and deep infrastructure failures. As Trump presses for regime change, Netanyahu signals readiness to phase out U.S. military aid, reshaping Israel's strategic calculus…
(2026-01-11). Humanitarian Outlook 2026: A world succumbing to war. icrc.org
(2026-01-11). Democratic Republic of the Congo: Violence in South Kivu forces thousands of families to flee. icrc.org
(2026-01-11). Frequently Asked Questions: International Armed Conflict (IAC). icrc.org
(2026-01-11). Senior Workshop on International Rules Governing Military Operations (SWIRMO) in Riyadh: Humanitarian Law as part of the Military Doctrine. icrc.org
(2026-01-11). Management of the Dead in Emergencies: Training of Trainer Course Held in Luzhou, Sichuan. icrc.org
(2026-01-11). ICRC voices: Dispatch from Darfur. icrc.org
(2026-01-11). Supreme Court Thompson ruling could enable secretary of state to conceal involvement of state agents in troubles killings. fidh.org
(2026-01-11). IDF: Soldier wounded during raid in West Nablus, searches for shooter underway. haaretz.com
(2026-01-11). Comicomment: No country has the right to act as the world's police. ecns.cn
(2026-01-11). From New York to Beijing: Calls to galvanize political commitment to international humanitarian law. icrc.org
(2026-01-11). Egypt: Cairo hosts the 13th Regional Meeting for Arab National Committees on International Humanitarian Law. icrc.org
(2026-01-11). Anders Stephanson: Looking Back. newleftreview.org
(2026-01-11). Cambodia-Thailand: ICRC supports release and repatriation of 18 prisoners of war. icrc.org
(2026-01-11). Turkey: Drop bogus charges against Istanbul Bar Association Leadership. fidh.org
(2026-01-11). Sudan: Sexual violence against Masalit women extends into exile in Chad. fidh.org
(2026-01-11). Azerbaijan – Armenia: ICRC representatives travel to Azerbaijan to visit persons detained in relation to the conflict. icrc.org
(2026-01-11). South Sudan: ICRC-supported hospitals deliver critical care as conflict-related casualties reach highest level in eight years. icrc.org
(2026-01-11). Expert workshop on the missing under Islamic law. icrc.org
(2026-01-11). The Coalition of the Willing has achieved nothing; this is what European leaders should say to Zelensky at their next summit. strategic-culture.su
(2026-01-11). Water crosses the border for 22,000 people in western Uganda. icrc.org
(2026-01-11). The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Jordan and the ICRC convene a high-level regional conference to advance global commitment to international humanitarian law. icrc.org
(2026-01-11). Russia-Ukraine Armed Conflict: What happens in winter when the power goes out. icrc.org
(2026-01-11). Complementarity: A beacon in Guinea's quest for justice after the 28 September 2009 killings. fidh.org
(2026-01-11). Turkey: Arbitrary dissolution of the Young LGBTI+ Association. fidh.org
(2026-01-11). Yemen: The ICRC stands ready to support detainee releases between conflict parties following agreement. icrc.org
(2026-01-11). Frequently asked questions about the ICRC's work in Jordan. icrc.org
(2026-01-11). Afghanistan: A visual journey through Afghanistan's humanitarian challenges and ICRC's humanitarian response. icrc.org
(2026-01-11). Chad: Sudanese families separated by conflict find hope one phone call at a time. icrc.org
(2026-01-11). Results of the ICRC Writing Competition VI: Upholding Humanity. icrc.org
(2026-01-11). Myanmar: perpetuates instability, serious human rights violations. fidh.org
(2026-01-11). Operational update: Assisting communities in winter in the Russia-Ukraine International Armed Conflict. icrc.org
(2026-01-11). Thousands march in Minneapolis to protest ICE after Shooting. juancole.com
(2026-01-11). The ICRC in 2025: On the front line for humanity, always. icrc.org
(2026-01-11). Pronti per un 2026 nel segno della Meloni. strategic-culture.su Ad un certo punto l'Italia dovrà comunque fare una scelta definitiva: Stati Uniti o Unione Europea. | Segue nostro Dalla "prudenza gestionale" alla spinta al riarmo | àà cominciato il nuovo anno 2026 e, dobbiamo dirlo con tutta onestà , nei pochi giorni già trascorsi sono successe cosਠtante cose che potrebbero bastare per tutto l'anno. | Guardando all'Italia, Giorgia Meloni ha impresso una svolta di intensità bellica alla po…
(2026-01-11). Día Nacional de la Defensa: Ratifican en Matanzas cohesión y capacidad para defender la patria. cubadebate.cu En todo el país se ha desarrollado el Día Nacional de la Defensa, una de las formas de materializar el carácter popular de la concepción defensiva y complemento importante del sistema de preparación, como vía facilita la participación de la población en las tareas de la defensa de la patria.
(2026-01-11). Día Nacional de la Defensa: Ratifican en Matanzas cohesión y capacidad para defender la patria. cubadebate.cu En todo el país se ha desarrollado el Día Nacional de la Defensa, una de las formas de materializar el carácter popular de la concepción defensiva y complemento importante del sistema de preparación, como vía facilita la participación de la población en las tareas de la defensa de la patria.
(2026-01-11). Chinese navy hospital ship pays first visit to Brazil. ecns.cn The Chinese navy hospital ship "Silk Road Ark" arrived in Rio de Janeiro on Wednesday, beginning a seven-day goodwill visit to Brazil that includes a series of medical exchange activities.
(2026-01-11). María Haro Sly: Sprawl as Subject. newleftreview.org María Haro Sly on Carlos Pagni, El Nudo. The Buenos Aires periphery as a political subject, from the early workers' movement to Javier Milei.
(2026-01-11). Thursday 1/15: Thursday Human Billboard for Palestine. indybay.org üìç El Cerrito Plaza San Pablo Ave and Carlson, in front of Daiso üï∞…
(2026-01-11). María Haro Sly: Sprawl as Subject. newleftreview.org María Haro Sly on Carlos Pagni, El Nudo. The Buenos Aires periphery as a political subject, from the early workers' movement to Javier Milei.
(2011-01-26). Villarreal sink Alaves to stay in La Liga hunt. tribune.com.pk 
Villarreal eased to a 3-1 victory over Alaves on Saturday to move clear of Atletico Madrid in third in La Liga and stay in contention to win the Spanish title. | Alberto Moleiro, Gerard Moreno and Georges Mikautadze struck in the second half to cut Barcelona's lead to eight points, having played one fewer game than the Catalan champions. | Villarreal climbed three points ahead of Atletico and within four of second-placed Real Madrid, who have both also played an extra game. | "We hope we're capable of winning (our game in hand) too and adding three more points to this extraordinary first half of the season," V…
(2026-01-10). Exclusive: Abu Sitta tribunal humiliates UKLFI, distinguishes Jews from Israel. thecanary.co As Skwawkbox reported yesterday, the Medical Practitioners Tribunal Service (MPTS) comprehensively threw out an attempt by the General Medical Council (GMC) and UK Lawyers for Israel (UKLFI) to remove the medical licence of Dr Ghassan Abu Sitta. Abu Sitta is a Palestinian-British surgeon who has volunteered in Gaza. It was the tenth attempt against Abu […] | By
(2026-01-10). Hamas delegation in Cairo to discuss ceasefire's second phase. newarab.com 
A senior Hamas delegation arrived in Cairo on Saturday to begin a new round of talks on the The delegation is headed by Hamas' Gaza chief Khalil al-Hayya, The discussions are expected to focus on forming a 15-member independent Gaza Administrative Committee drawn from Palestinian…
(2026-01-10). Israeli forces kill Palestinian, expand Gaza 'Yellow Line'. newarab.com 
Israeli forces opened fire in the southern Gaza Strip, resulting in the killing of the Palestinian, The New Arab's Arabi- language si…
(2026-01-10). Patrick Lawrence: An Abyss of Lawlessness. consortiumnews.com Post—Gaza, post—Venezuela, ours is a world ruled by power alone. By Patrick Lawrence The Floutist It is a long time now since the paying-attention among us began speaking of the fundamental lawlessness of our time. It was the Israelis who…
(2026-01-10). Colombia: Organizations reaffirm rejection of attacks on Venezuela. plenglish.com Bogota, January 10 (Prensa Latina) Several political and labor organizations in Colombia expressed their rejection of the United States' armed aggression against Venezuela and the kidnapping of its president, Nicolas Maduro, as the one-week anniversary of the attack approaches.
(2026-01-10). Analysis: Why Venezuela's military holds the key to country's future. aljazeera.com Whether Trump or Rodriguez, running Venezuela will need the help of its military, which has incentives to strike a deal.
(2026-01-10). An urgent message from IFCO/Pastors for Peace! radiohc.cu The Trump administration's recent escalation against Venezuela, bombing civilians and kidnapping a sitting head of state, are acts of war that make a mockery of domestic and international law. They are part of a deliberate strategy to inflict suffering on the Venezuelan people to force regime change. An escalation from the economic war through crippling sanctions imposed by the US government over the past 25 years. These acts of war are a warning to Latin American and the Caribbean: submit or be destroyed.
(2026-01-10). Nicaragua frees dozens of prisoners amid pressure from Trump administration. aljazeera.com Opposition groups say release triggered by 'political chess moves' following US abduction of Venezuela's Nicolas Maduro.
(2026-01-10). Revealed: Real reason why Trump hijacked Putin's oil ships. hindustantimes.com President Donald Trump lays out a sweeping energy and foreign‚Äëpolicy blueprint in a high‚Äëstakes White House meeting with top U.S. oil and gas executives. In this extended session, Trump announces that Venezuela has already sent tens of millions of barrels of oil to the United States, promises "total safety, total security" for American companies, and says Washington—not Caracas—will decide which firms are allowed to move in as they "rapidly rebuild" Venezuela's dilapidated oil sector. He calls Venezuela "a whole different Venezuela," argues that its reserves may be…
(2026-01-10). Milei insults Lula, Brazil stops representing Argentina. plenglish.com Buenos Aires, January 10 (Prensa Latina) President Javier Milei once again insulted President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva on social media, and in response, the Brazilian government decided to stop representing Argentina in Venezuela.
(2026-01-10). US strike on Venezuela: What we know so far. ummid.com The latest update on Venezuela, the whereabout of Nicolás Maduro, the actual intention of US strike on the Latin American country, Trump's next move and the reaction of world leaders.
(2026-01-10). U.S. Senate advances resolution to limit Trump's war powers following Venezuela strike. ecns.cn US Senator Jack Reed (D-RI) talks to reporters after a vote in the Senate on a resolution that would bar President Donald Trump from further military action against Venezuela without congressional approval, on Capitol Hill in Washington, DC, US, Jan 8, 2026.WASHINGTON ⚪ The US Senate on Thursday advanced a resolution aimed at limiting US President Donald Trump's ability to take further military action against Venezuela.
(2026-01-10). Australian Labor government tacitly backs Trump's illegal assault on Venezuela. wsws.org Labor leaders have said as little as possible, while refusing to condemn Trump's flagrantly illegal war of aggression in the slightest.
(2026-01-10). Abel Prieto: aggression on Venezuela, a fascist and imperialist barba. plenglish.com 
The events of January 3, which resulted in the kidnapping of President Nicolas Maduro and his wife Cilia Flores, have driven rejection from the international community, and the writer has joined this condemnation with a clear voice. | He spoke exclusively with Prensa Latina about the complex situation in the region. With the brutal attack against Venezuela and the kidnapping of a legitimate president, the US government has committed unspeakable crimes, he said. | This has also "set a very serious precedent in terms of imposing the law of the strongest and showing total contempt for the norms of civilized coexiste…
(2026-01-10). President Maduro's Son Provides Information About His Father's Abduction by US. orinocotribune.com 
Nicolás Maduro Guerra, the son of Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro Moros, provided some details about the assault and invasion carried out by the US on January 3. The attack resulted in a massacre in which at least 100 people were killed, and the president, along with his wife, Cilia Flores, was abducted. | During the International Anti-Fascist Forum in solidarity with Venezuela held by video conference on Thursday, January 8, Maduro Guerra pointed out that the military invasion ordered by US President Donald Trump, in addition to violating all international and even US law, was a crime against humanity and tu…
(2026-01-10). Venezuela: Communes Are on the Frontline in Defense of the Bolivarian Revolution. orinocotribune.com On January 6, a new wave of popular mobilization took place to defend Venezuela's Bolivarian Revolution and demand the immediate release of the country's president, Nicolás Maduro, and his wife Cilia Flores. Thousands of representatives from self-governing communes from across Venezuela gathered in the streets of the capital. | The fundamental strategy of the Bolivarian Revolution is the transfer of political and economic power to the communes—the only way to build a true direct democracy. This movement, initiated by President Hugo Chávez and continued by President Maduro, will develop in 2026. During her f…
(2026-01-10). Saturday 1/10: San Jose: March and Rally for Renee Good and Venezuela! indybay.org People's Corner – Corner of Winchester and Stevens Creek Blvd San Jose…
(2026-01-10). January 3 and the Imperialist Rationale Against Venezuela. orinocotribune.com By Misión Verdad — Jan 8, 2025 | The events of Saturday, January 3, are widely known. Therefore, we will not provide a review of the events. Rather, we will discuss the underlying reasons for the US attack on Venezuela and the abduction of President Nicolás Maduro and First Lady Cilia Flores. | Beyond the ethical condemnation, a necessary question persists: why did the US go to the extreme of making a decision of this magnitude in the 21st century, which by all accounts has been harmful, given the political outcomes both in the US and in Venezuela? | The answer is not in Trump's speeches ("we're going to man…
(2026-01-10). Ejecutivo de Halliburton recuerda a Trump que sus propias sanciones forzaron la salida de la empresa de Venezuela. cubadebate.cu Un representante de la empresa estadounidense Halliburton le recordó al presidente de Estados Unidos, Donald Trump, que la razón por la cual su compañía cesó sus operaciones en Venezuela fueron precisamente las sanciones impuestas por el propio mandatario en el año 2019.
(2026-01-10). Saturday 1/10: Rage for Renee! Palo Alto Tesla Takedown Protest Against ICE & U.S. Occupation of Venezuela. indybay.org Telsa Showroom – sidewalk out front | Intersection of El Camino Real and Charleston Rd. | Palo Alto, CA…
(2026-01-10). Homebound: A Return Home, and to the Ghosts We Carry. globalvoices.org 
A tender, devastating tale of friendship, marginalisation, and the fragile dreams shaped by an unchanging system.Originally published on | In the 21st century's urban modernity, where conversations often revolve around equality, mental health, personal freedom, and a society without discrimination, how much of the lives of the margina…
(2026-01-10). Protester put pre-Islamic revolution Iran flag on London embassy: witnesses. al-monitor.com A protester briefly replaced the flag of the Islamic Republic of Iran on its London embassy with a former flag, flown before 1979, during a demonstration Saturday, witnesses told AFP.A video posted to social media showed a man on the balcony of the embassy, near Hyde Park, replace the country's current flag with one used during the rule of the ousted shah to cheers from hundreds of demonstrators below.The flag ⚪ tri-coloured, with a lion and sun, surrounded by a wreath and crown ⚪ was a ceremonial one used in Iran before the Islamic revolution.
(2026-01-10). US urges fresh talks between Syria govt, Kurds after deadly clashes. al-monitor.com The United States and the European Union on Saturday urged the Syrian government and Kurdish authorities to return to negotiations after days of deadly clashes in the northern city of Aleppo.Conflicting reports emerged from the city, as authorities announced a halt to the fighting and said they had begun transferring Kurdish fighters out of Aleppo, but Kurdish forces denied the claims shortly after.An AFP correspondent saw at least five buses on Saturday carrying men leaving the Kurdish-majority Sheikh Maqsud district, accompanied by security forces.
(2026-01-10). Morocco coach angrily rejects AFCON ref bias as Nigeria semifinal looms. aljazeera.com Morocco progressed to the semifinals beating Cameroon 2-0 but Indominable Lions felt they had two clear penalties.
(2026-01-10). How the AI race could play out for the US, China and the world. scmp.com The global artificial intelligence (AI) race remains one of the most hotly contested spheres of international competition. Few would bet today on an eventual winner, but current trends point to three possible scenarios that we should consider. | In the first scenario, the AI world is dominated by the US and China. While the US still has the technological edge, China is closing in fast and vies with the US for leadership on many of the key dimensions of AI prowess.
(2026-01-10). This morning's NewsX World hourly round-up: Trump cancels 'international law'. gilbertdoctorow.com This morning's NewsX World hourly round-up: Trump cancels 'international law' I appear in this multi-segment broadcast at minute 19.26 The issue that I highlight in the title above is one of two or three highly topical issues which are widely discussed in media today but as I insist here are devoid of substance. The relevance …
(2026-01-10). West Bank: Settlers attack farm, Hamas slams PA arrest campaign. newarab.com 
Israeli settlers on Saturday stole hundreds of sheep from a Palestinian town in the occupied West Bank, as the Palestinian Authority carried out a campaign of arrests slammed by Hamas as politically motivated. | Settlers raided a farm belonging to a Palestinian man named Thaer al-Nabali in Kobar, northwest of Ramallah, where they assault the farm's guard and detained him after tying his hands, according to the Palestinian news agency It said that the settlers stole approximately 200 sheep in addition to a vehicle that was parked near the farm,…
(2026-01-10). Egypt announces results of last seats in parliament vote that gave Sisi strong majority. al-monitor.com Jan 10 – Egypt's National Elections Authority declared the results on Saturday of the last 49 seats in a parliamentary election that began more than three months ago and gave President Abdel Fattah al-Sisi the super-majority he needs to amend the constitution. The results of the final seats had been held up by reruns of voting in constituencies where initial results had been annulled.
(2026-01-10). Rescuing the American Republic: Time to Look "Backwards" and "Forwards" moderndiplomacy.eu "Life can only be understood backwards, but it must be lived forwards." -Soren Kierkegaard Roman god Janus is depicted looking in two directions at once. So, too, should Americans position themselves for better understanding the unique challenges of world politics. Among other things, this means acknowledging the importance of national political transformations while recognizing the …
(2026-01-10). Colombia's Petro on US threats and whether he fears Maduro's fate. aljazeera.com Colombia's president responds to US pressure and what it means for sovereignty and stability in Latin America.
(2026-01-10). Watch: police arrest peaceful protester at Jewish anti-genocide protest. thecanary.co 
The Met Police has arrested a peaceful protester at a demo organised by the International Jewish Anti-Zionist Network (IJAN) this evening. The protest was aimed at a Zionist restaurant allegedly staffed and run by participants in Israel's genocide. The reported pretext for the arrest was that the victim had said 'intifada' — which means 'shaking […] | By
(2026-01-10). Tommy Robinson says '____ you' to guy who says 'Britain first'. thecanary.co 
Despite presenting himself as an ultra-nationalist, Tommy Robinson is not a 'Britain first' believer. Depending on how you read the below post, he could actually be a 'Britain fourth' kind of guy: Tommy Robinson's own followers are dragging him for this. They're angry about him saying F u to "Britain First" pic.twitter.com/Dgd1SJAnuH — Mukhtar (@I_amMukhtar) […] | By
(2026-01-10). Trump's immigration crackdown 'invites danger', sparking violent confrontations. scmp.com US President Donald Trump's sweeping immigration crackdown increasingly is sparking violent confrontations with both migrants and American citizens, a development grimly underscored by an ICE officer's fatal shooting of a Minneapolis woman this week. | Under ‚ÄåTrump's orders to ramp up deportations, masked immigration officers have surged into Democratic-led cities, sprayed tear gas in residential streets, tackled people in car parks and pointed guns at bystanders trying to film them.
(2026-01-10). Cuba: Party meetings in Granma and Holguin under media spotlight. plenglish.com Havana, 10 (Prensa Latina) The extraordinary plenary plenums of the provincial committees of the Communist Party of Cuba (PCC) continue to garner media attention on the island, with reports covering those held in Granma and Holguin.
(2026-01-10). Syrian Army's Strategic Seizure in Aleppo: Kurdish Stronghold at Stake. devdiscourse.com The Syrian army has forcibly taken control of the Sheikh Maksoud district in Aleppo, which had been under Kurdish control, officials confirmed on Saturday. This indicates a breakdown of the temporary ceasefire, escalating violence between the two sides.
(2026-01-10). Netanyahu Aims for Israeli Military Self-Reliance Within a Decade. devdiscourse.com In a recent interview, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu articulated aspirations to reduce Israel's dependence on American military aid within the next decade. Despite not committing to a precise timeline, Netanyahu underscored the importance of self-reliance.
(2026-01-10). Fear or force? How regime in Iran plans to confront swelling protests. al-monitor.com Iran's leadership is projecting defiance in the face of fast-spreading protests and US warnings. But behind the scenes, the cost-benefit calculus of repression appears more fraught than in past crises.
(2026-01-10). Monday 1/12: FREE: East Bay Permaculture Potluck + "What is Permaculture?" Talk — Berkeley. indybay.org mcgee ave baptist church social hall…
(2026-01-10). Friday 1/9: SF: Justice for Renee Nicole Good. indybay.org 630 Sansome Street, San Francisco…
(2026-01-10). Say Her Name! Renee Nicole Good! 100s March Through Newark Expressing Outrage and Determination to Stop the Terror! Jan 9. fightbackbetter.com 
As full report is coming but for now here are some pictures and videos. We have some pictures that have…
(2026-01-10). Schumer and Jeffries Refuse to Back Growing Democratic Calls to Defund ICE. truthout.org The killing of Renee Good by a federal immigration officer in Minneapolis this week came as Republicans in Congress were planning to bring a homeland security spending bill to the House floor, deciding on whether the agency that's surged thousands of armed agents into communities across the country should have increased funding — and progressive lawmakers are demanding that the Democrats use the… |
(2026-01-10). Court Dismisses Petition Against Magogo's Quest to be Unopposed in Budiope East. plusnews.ug 
High Court judge Simon Peter Kinobe has dismissed an appeal filed by Mulirire Daniel a candidate in Budiope East, against Moses Magogo quest to declared as unopposed. In his decision, Kinobe said Mulirire failed to adduce compelling evidence to show that he had resigned from police before his nomination as MP candidate for Budiope East. …
(2026-01-10). Washington D.C., January 26, 2026: Reject HHS Attacks Save Trans Youth Now! wibailoutpeople.org 
(2026-01-10). IRCG say security a 'red line', as Iran seeks to quell protests. newarab.com 
The statements came after
(2026-01-10). Maharashtra Corporation Polls 2026: Over 70 elected unopposed. ummid.com Over 70 candidates of different political parties have been elected unopposed in the 29 Municipal Corporations of Maharashtra where polling is scheduled to be held on January 15, 2026.
(2026-01-10). Panama Jazz Festival pays tribute to local musician. plenglish.com Panama City, January 10 (Prensa Latina) The 23rd Panama Jazz Festival, from January 15 to 17, will pay tribute to Colon-born saxophonist Gladstone 'Bat' Gordon (1927-2014), the organizing committee announced.
(2026-01-10). Musk's X replaces Iran's flag emoji with pre-revolution flag. newarab.com 
(2026-01-10). Berlin's blackouts: Dark streets, dim management. strategic-culture.su By Sabine BEPPLER-SHAHL | Join us on , , and . | Contact us: | We Berliners now know what life without fossil fuels looks and feels like…
(2026-01-10). Trump Blocks Bill to Return Land to Florida Tribe That Fought Alligator Alcatraz. truthout.org On Thursday, Republicans in the House failed to override President Donald Trump's first two vetoes in office: a pipeline project that would bring safe drinking water to rural Colorado, and another that would return land to the Miccosukee Tribe of Indians in Florida. Their inability to block the president's move signals their commitment to the White House over their prior support for the measures. |
(2026-01-10). national basketball team will continue hosting World Cup qualifiers abroad. haaretz.com Israel will host its February home game against Cyprus in Limassol, the country's second-largest city. Israel's women's national team is scheduled to host Bosnia and Herzegovina in March, but a venue has yet to be determined…
(2026-01-10). Workers Struggles: Asia, Australia and the Pacific. wsws.org Industrial Bank of Korea workers to strike over pay cap; India: Tamil Nadu secondary grade teachers demand equal pay; Bangladesh: Hotel and restaurant workers plan national strike action; New Zealand firefighters continue nationwide strike.
(2026-01-10). Trump's EPA Is Questioning Its Own Legal Authority to Regulate Pollutants. truthout.org Ethylene oxide was once considered an unremarkable pollutant. The colorless gas seeped from relatively few industrial facilities and commanded little public attention. All that changed in 2016, when the Environmental Protection Agency completed a study that found the chemical is 30 times more carcinogenic than previously thought. The agency then spent years updating regulations that… |
(2026-01-10). US labor share of income falls to lowest on record; 2025 jobs figures weakest outside of official recession since 2003. wsws.org This brings to an end a year which saw a jobs bloodbath against the working class carried out by corporate America, with all indications that the assault will accelerate in the new year.
(2026-01-10). 10 things in 2025 that moved us closer to a better world. ummid.com I hope you can look back on 2025 as the year movements for peace and justice freed political prisoners, slowed the war machine, and helped turn the public against endless wars.
(2026-01-10). Milano Cortina Winter Olympics threatened by Cloudflare funding withdrawal. aljazeera.com Cloudflare CEO threatens withdrawal of Milano Cortina Olympics funding following fine by Italy communications watchdog.
(2026-01-10). In Pictures: Jupiter fades as first Supermoon of 2026 brightens sky. ummid.com Jupiter looks faded and dim as the first Supermoon of the Year 2026 brightens the clear sky Saturday January 03, 2026.
(2026-01-10). Tragic Blast Shakes South Waziristan: Cleric Succumbs to Injuries. devdiscourse.com A senior cleric of Jamiat Ulema-e-Islam (JUI-F) succumbed to injuries sustained in a powerful explosion near a religious seminary in northwest Pakistan's Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province, police confirmed on Saturday morning.
(2026-01-10). Bencic Leads Switzerland to United Cup Final with Daring Play. devdiscourse.com Belinda Bencic cemented her role as a champion by leading Switzerland to the United Cup final. On Saturday, Bencic paired with Jakub Paul to clinch a mixed doubles win against Belgium, overcoming Elise Mertens and Zizou Bergs with a score of 6-3, 0-6, 10-5. This victory came as Bencic secured her eighth win of the week.
(2026-01-10). AISSEE 2026 Admit Card: Link, Steps to Download. ummid.com The National Testing Agency (NTA), on behalf of Sainik School Society, is releasing on its website 'exams.nta.nic.in' the Admit Card and Hall Ticket of the candidates who have registered for the All India Sainik School Entrance Exam 2026-27 (AISSEE 2026).
(2026-01-10). South Sudan denies U.S. accusations of obstructing humanitarian assistance. independent.co.ug 
JUBA | Xinhua | South Sudan on Friday denied accusations by the United States of obstructing humanitarian assistance following Washington's recent decision to suspend foreign assistance to parts of the country. Thomas Kenneth Elisapana, spokesperson for the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation, said the accusations implicating government officials in obstructing humanitarian access by …
(2026-01-10). Trump Administration Lies In Defense Of ICE Agent Who Killed Renee Nicole Good. newsone.com 
Source: Anadolu / Getty | A significant number of Americans are rightfully outraged after an ICE agent fatally shot Minnesota resident Renee Nicole Good on Wednesday. Instead of acknowledging the tragic nature of the events or holding the ICE agent accountable, the Trump administration has unleashed a torrent of lies and begun a smear campaign on Good's character only hours after the shooting. |
(2026-01-10). Will X be banned in the UK? Elon Musk hits back at shutdown warnings. scmp.com Critics of X "want any excuse for censorship", Elon Musk has claimed, as his website faces the threat of being shut down in Britain over deepfake pornography and child abuse images. | The billionaire appeared defiant on Friday night despite the outcry over reports X's AI chatbot Grok was creating sexualised images of people, including children, at users' request.
(2026-01-10). The Story Of Ukraine's Rare Mi-24 Hind Radiation Detection Helicopters. twz.com 
(2026-01-10). WHYY Newscast for Friday 7:00 p.m. whyy.org The latest local headlines from WHYY…
(2026-01-10). Minnesota shooting: New video emerges from ICE agent's phone minutes before woman was shot dead. ptcnews.tv PTC News Desk: A prosecutor in Minnesota on Friday asked the public to share any videos or evidence they have related to the shooting death of Renee Good, after a new video surfaced showing her final | Minnesota shooting: New video emerges from ICE agent's phone minutes before woman was shot dead…
(2026-01-10). Why Al-Nassr vs Al-Ahli tonight is important for Ronaldo, The Big Yellow? ummid.com All set for Al-Nassr vs Al-Ahli Saudi SPL Group Match tonight (Friday January 02, 2026) at King Abdullah Sports City in Jeddah, and here is why the match is important for Cristiano Ronaldo and The Big Yellow.
(2026-01-10). Caracas Residents Describe Terror of US Invasion as They Worry for What's Next. 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 By Rodrigo Acuña…
(2026-01-10). Greenland claims: How close have NATO members come to fighting each other? aljazeera.com The US is considering military action to seize Greenland, in a move that could cause divisions within the NATO alliance.
(2026-01-10). Why Trump Says US Must OWN Greenland Now Before It's Too Late. thinktank.pk In the ever-evolving landscape of global politics, few figures spark as much debate as Donald Trump. With his recent statements on international relations, questions arise: Does Trump really want to save Europe from Russia and China? Or does Trump only want hidden gold and untapped resources? These queries delve into Trump's geopolitical strategies, particularly concerning …
(2026-01-10). The case for an independent national custodial deaths authority. independentaustralia.net 
(2026-01-10). Museveni runaway favorite at 60.9%, new poll shows. independent.co.ug 
Museveni Leads Bobi Wine across most regions ahead of Presidential Elections, new poll shows Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | As Uganda goes to the polls in five days' time, a new national opinion poll has indicated National Resistance Movement flagbearer and President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni as a runaway favourite to beat his main challenger …
(2026-01-10). US forces grab Russian tanker, North Korea responds with nuclear-level support? Kim sends letter. hindustantimes.com North Korean leader Kim Jong Un has sent a letter to Russian President Vladimir Putin pledging unconditional and permanent support for Putin's policies and decisions, reaffirming the deep strategic partnership between Pyongyang and Moscow in the face of rising global tensions. In the official message reported by North Korean state media, Kim described the friendly relations with Russia as "precious" and expressed a willingness to always stand with Putin and Russia indefinitely, underscoring the growing alignment between the two countries.
(2026-01-10). 12 homicides in 10 days: Teen fatally shot in Nazareth, raising Israeli Arab murder rate. haaretz.com Twelve people have been killed in Israel's Arab community in the past 10 days, compared with one person during the same period last year…
(2026-01-10). India first statement as streets erupt in Iran, 'angry' Khamenei fires warning at Trump. hindustantimes.com India has issued its first official statement as large-scale protests erupt across Iran, responding to escalating tensions after Iran's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei delivered a sharp warning to U.S. President Donald Trump. New Delhi urged restraint and dialogue, stressing the importance of regional stability and the safety of civilians amid fears that internal unrest in Iran could spiral into a wider geopolitical crisis involving major global powers.
(2026-01-10). Dramatic Fall in Global Temperatures Ignored by Narrative-Captured Mainstream Media. wattsupwiththat.com The great tragedy of the settled climate science era, now facing increased scrutiny, is the draining of public confidence in once revered scientific institutions. Covid was hardly a high point in medical science, while climate fear mongering is in danger of becoming a social joke. 'Boiling' oceans and constant risible records are mixed with obvious pseudoscience such as human 'attribution' claims. The blast from Hunga Tonga may well help in blowing away much of this fake news for good.
(2026-01-10). Sudan army frees hundreds of people after retaking RSF-held town. newarab.com 
The Sudanese army freed hundreds of civilians that had been held captive by the paramilitary Rapid Support Forces (RSF) after regaining control of an area in the country's south. | Troops from Sudan's regular army took back control of Um Qulayb in the North Kordofan state following clashes with the RSF. | Sources told Anadolu Agency that dozens of detained civilians and hundreds of displaced people who were prevent…
(2026-01-10). The Two Films Bollywood Must Watch. ummid.com Both films centre Muslim women not as symbols, metaphors or ideological statements, but as protagonists negotiating deeply contemporary realities.
(2026-01-10). Activists urge answers from UAE on jailed poet al-Qaradawi. newarab.com 
A group of activists held a vigil outside the United Arab Emirates' embassy (UAE) in London on Friday, marking the one-year anniversary of the detention of Activists held up posters demanding information on al-Qaradawi's whereabouts and highlighting that there has been no communication with him. | According to The New Arab's Arabic language sister site…
(2026-01-10). FA Cup: Holders Crystal Palace suffer one of worst upsets at Macclesfield. aljazeera.com FA Cup holders and Premier League club Crystal Palace are beaten 2-1 by team six leagues lower, Macclesfield Town.
(2026-01-10). Irish farmers in protest march against EU-Mercosur trade deal: 'very disappointing'. scmp.com Thousands of Irish farmers protested on Saturday against the European Union's trade deal with the South American bloc Mercosur, a day after EU states approved the treaty despite opposition from Ireland and France. | Tractors streamed into the roads of Athlone, in central Ireland, for the demonstration, displaying signs including "Stop EU-Mercosur" and ones with the European Union flag emblazoned with the words "sell out".
(2026-01-10). Hidden reason behind Saudi Arabia-UAE war in Yemen: US' anti-China plan? Iran | Israel | Houthis. hindustantimes.com What's happening in Yemen? Listen in to Dr. Waiel Awwad's take.. and what it could mean for the Middle East at large.
(2026-01-10). Russia's December 27 Attack on Kyiv: A Personal Account. fairobserver.com 
I arrived at the Hilton in Kyiv close to midnight on Friday night, December 26, literally a few minutes before curfew. One feature of life in Kyiv is martial law, and a midnight curfew is in place. We cut it very close. My driver scrambled to get me into the hotel by midnight. We made…
(2026-01-10). 'We do not want to be Americans' Greenland parliament tells US. scmp.com Greenland's political parties on Friday expressed unity in response to US President Donald Trump's claims to the Danish territory. | "We do not want to be Americans, we do not want to be Danes, we want to be Greenlanders," said a joint statement signed by the five parties in the Greenlandic parliament, Inatsisartut. | The parties called on the United States to end its "disdain for our country" and emphasised that "the future of Greenland must be decided by the Greenlandic people."
(2026-01-10). Ghassan Abu Sittah wins case brought to GMC by pro-Israel group. newarab.com 
Renowned British- He has now been cleared of misconduct for alleged antisemitism and support for Hamas, in what was one of several cases brought against him by the pro-Israel legal group. | On Friday, he appeared befo…
(2026-01-10). Trump hastens the apocalypse by demanding $1.5 trillion defence budget. thecanary.co US President Donald Trump has made his latest bid to push the Doomsday Clock to midnight by demanding a mammoth 50% increase in his already obscene war budget. Currently at $901bn, the war criminal-in-chief has asked that the figure undergo further bloat to reach $1.5 trillion. The current budget is larger than that of the […] | By
(2026-01-10). Natural Gas Is More Important and Cleaner Than Most Americans Realize. wattsupwiththat.com For most Americans, natural gas forms an invisible backbone of modern civilization, enabling processes that touch nearly every aspect of daily life. From the gases that power steel furnaces to those that preserve food, support health care, and enable advanced manufacturing, natural gas has helped raise living standards dramatically over the past quarter-century.
(2026-01-10). Father's Heartfelt Tribute: Rakesh Roshan Celebrates Son Hrithik's Milestone Birthday. devdiscourse.com Celebrated filmmaker Rakesh Roshan took to social media to extend warm wishes to his son Hrithik Roshan on his 52nd birthday, expressing a love that grows every year.
(2026-01-10). Saturday 1/10: A Community Conversation: How Fascism is Controlling Us and the World. indybay.org Black & Brown Social Club | 474 Valencia St | San Francisco, CA…
(2026-01-10). Thais have had enough — and the golden age of Israelis in Koh Phangan comes to an end. haaretz.com Arrests, informants, fines and deep disappointment: As Thailand shifts from turning a blind eye to strict enforcement of land ownership laws, Israelis who dreamed of building their homes or striking it rich in Koh Phangan are keeping a low profile, and some are leaving altogether…
(2026-01-10). Protests Erupt in Minneapolis After ICE Officer Fatally Shoots US Citizen. thinktank.pk Demonstrators gathered in south Minneapolis after an ICE officer fatally shot a 37-year-old US citizen at a busy intersection. Protesters confronted law enforcement at the scene as conflicting accounts emerged over whether the shooting was self-defence. ICE described the incident as domestic terrorism, while Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey rejected that narrative. The FBI and Minnesota …
(2026-01-10). Cubano Virgilio López Lemus se alza con el Premio Nacional de Literatura 2025. radiohc.cu El Premio Nacional de Literatura 2025 fue otorgado este viernes al poeta, ensayista, crítico literario y de arte, traductor, profesor universitario y destacado investigador literario cubano Virgilio López Lemus. | El jurado, presidido por Miguel Barnet, Premio Nacional de Literatura (1994) sesionó en el Centro Cultural Dulce María Loynaz, en La Habana. | Integraron el prestigioso colectivo Nancy Morejón, Premio Nacional de Literatura (2001); Waldo Leyva, Premio Nacional de Literatura (2024); Alberto Marrero, poeta y escritor; y José Manuel Espino, narrador y crítico literario. | López Lemus nació en Fomento, actu…
(2026-01-10). Vicepresidente de Cuba chequea objetivos estratégicos en Villa Clara. radiohc.cu 
El miembro del Buró Político del Partido Comunista de Cuba (PCC) y vicepresidente de la República, Salvador Valdés Mesa chequeó, este viernes en la central provincia de Villa Clara, el avance de los programas estratégicos de producción de arroz y proteína animal. | Durante el debate, el dirigente enfatizó la importancia de actualizar los planes en estos renglones, por su papel estratégico para la alimentación del pueblo. | René Bacallao Figueroa, coordinador de programas y objetivos del Gobierno Provincial del Poder Popular, informó que Villa Clara cuenta con 176 unidades productoras de arroz.En la campaña preced…
(2026-01-10). Cubano Virgilio López Lemus se alza con el Premio Nacional de Literatura 2025. radiohc.cu El Premio Nacional de Literatura 2025 fue otorgado este viernes al poeta, ensayista, crítico literario y de arte, traductor, profesor universitario y destacado investigador literario cubano Virgilio López Lemus. | El jurado, presidido por Miguel Barnet, Premio Nacional de Literatura (1994) sesionó en el Centro Cultural Dulce María Loynaz, en La Habana. | Integraron el prestigioso colectivo Nancy Morejón, Premio Nacional de Literatura (2001); Waldo Leyva, Premio Nacional de Literatura (2024); Alberto Marrero, poeta y escritor; y José Manuel Espino, narrador y crítico literario. | López Lemus nació en Fomento, actu…
(2026-01-10). Moscú registra la mayor nevada en 56 años, con el 42% de la precipitación mensual en un solo día. cubadebate.cu En la última jornada, Moscú registró la mayor nevada en 56 años, fenómeno en el que se acumuló el 42 por ciento de la precipitación mensual normal para enero. La información fue proporcionada hoy por el destacado especialista del centro meteorológico Fobos, Evgueni Tishkovets.
(2026-01-10). Holguín implementa programa integral para fortalecer su reserva científica. radiohc.cu La provincia de Holguín desarrolla un amplio programa de atención a la reserva científica, estrategia prioritaria dirigida a garantizar la formación de doctores en diversas esferas del conocimiento y contrarrestar los efectos del envejecimiento poblacional y la elevada cantidad de doctores en ciencias mayores de 50 años en activo. Desde instituciones como la Universidad de Ciencias Médicas y las sociedades científicas del sector de la Salud, se ejecutan acciones para motivar a los jóvenes estudiantes a iniciar investigaciones que los encaminen hacia estudios doctorales, según explicó Yanetsy Pérez González, jefa…
(2026-01-10). En Cuba otorgan Premio Nacional de Edición 2025 a Pedro Pablo Rodríguez. radiohc.cu El jurado del Premio Nacional de Edición 2025 acordó otorgar este viernes el preciado reconocimiento al destacado profesor, historiador y periodista Pedro Pablo Rodríguez, Premio Nacional de Ciencias Sociales y Humanísticas (2009) y jefe del equipo de la Edición Crítica de las Obras Completas de José Martí. | El grupo de expertos encargado de la designación, reunido en el Centro Cultural Dulce María Loynaz, estuvo presidido por la narradora, poetisa, editora y guionista Olga Marta Pérez, Premio Nacional de Edición (2015). | Participaron como miembros, Mercy Ruiz, directora de Ediciones ICAIC y Premio Nacional de…
(2026-01-10). Congresista Ted Lieu insta al Pentágono a desobedecer cualquier orden ilegal de Trump contra Groenlandia. cubadebate.cu El congresista demócrata Ted Lieu instó públicamente al Departamento de Defensa de Estados Unidos a desobedecer cualquier eventual orden del presidente Donald Trump de utilizar la fuerza militar contra Groenlandia sin la autorización del Congreso en un mensaje difundido en la red social X.
(2026-01-10). En Cienfuegos, central azucarero Ciudad Caracas segundo de Cuba incorporado a la zafra 2025-2026. radiohc.cu 
El Central Ciudad Caracas ubicado en el municipio cienfueguero de Lajas se convirtió en el segundo de Cuba y primero de esta provincia del centro y sur en iniciar la zafra azucarera 2025-2026, a pesar de la difícil situación por el bloqueo económico, comercial y financiero del gobierno estadounidense. | Al acto de inicio de la contienda efectuado al pie de la industria asistió el Primer Secretario del Comité Provincial del Partido Comunista de Cuba, Armando Carranza Valladares y la Gobernadora Yolexis Rodríguez Armada, donde reconocieron a trabajadores destacados. | Nelson Méndez Martinez, Director General del in…
(2026-01-10). Festival Longina 2027 se dedicará al cantautor Eduardo Sosa, anuncia en Santa Clara el trovador Rey Montalvo. radiohc.cu La próxima edición del Festival de Trovadores Longina Canta a Corona, programada para enero de 2027, estará dedicada al destacado cantautor cubano Eduardo Sosa. El anuncio fue realizado por el trovador y conductor televisivo Rey Montalvo durante la velada de este viernes en el cine-teatro Camilo Cienfuegos, como parte de las actividades de la trigésima edición del evento, que en su versión 2026 rinde homenaje a Silvio Rodríguez. | La noche del viernes, en la grabación del programa Entre Manos conducido por Rey Montalvo y Marta Campos, el público villaclareño coreó las canciones de Silvio Rodríguez interpretadas p…
(2026-01-10). Festival Longina 2027 se dedicará al cantautor Eduardo Sosa, anuncia en Santa Clara el trovador Rey Montalvo. radiohc.cu La próxima edición del Festival de Trovadores Longina Canta a Corona, programada para enero de 2027, estará dedicada al destacado cantautor cubano Eduardo Sosa. El anuncio fue realizado por el trovador y conductor televisivo Rey Montalvo durante la velada de este viernes en el cine-teatro Camilo Cienfuegos, como parte de las actividades de la trigésima edición del evento, que en su versión 2026 rinde homenaje a Silvio Rodríguez. | La noche del viernes, en la grabación del programa Entre Manos conducido por Rey Montalvo y Marta Campos, el público villaclareño coreó las canciones de Silvio Rodríguez interpretadas p…
(2026-01-10). Almacenes y bueyes en el Prado. cubadebate.cu En lo que hoy es el parque América Arias estuvo instalada la estación del ferrocarril urbano, cuyos trenes transportaban pasajeros hasta El Vedado. Donde después se construyó el hotel Sevilla hubo un almacén de madera… Tres de esos establecimientos se asentaban sobre el Paseo del Prado y por esa misma calle sacaban su mercancía.
(2026-01-10). Leopardos de Villa Clara enfrentan a Alazanes en partido vital por última esperanza de playoff. radiohc.cu Los Leopardos de Villa Clara chocan hoy en un duelo decisivo contra los Alazanes de Granma, en un compromiso donde los felinos están obligados a vencer para mantener viva su casi extinta esperanza de acceder a la postemporada de la 64 Serie Nacional de Béisbol. Tras tres victorias consecutivas que reavivaron la ilusión, la aritmética sigue siendo implacable: Villa Clara necesita ganar sus seis juegos restantes, incluido el de hoy, para desalojar a los Vegueros de Pinar del Río del octavo y último lugar clasificatorio. | El equipo dirigido por Ramón Moré vive horas de máxima presión, donde cada lanzamiento y cada…
(2026-01-10). Mella y los cubanos en la liberación venezolana. cubadebate.cu Años después quizás tampoco Julio Antonio Mella, el gran dirigente de los estudiantes universitarios cubanos, pudo sospechar al ver arribar a Cuba a los exiliados venezolanos perseguidos por la saña del déspota caraqueño, que él iba a ser uno de los fundadores del Partido Revolucionario Venezolano. Gobernaba a Cuba entonces el permisivo Alfredo Zayas.
(2026-01-10). Barcelona vs Real Madrid: Supercopa final 2026 — El Clasico, teams, start. aljazeera.com Barcelona and Real Madrid bring the El Clasico to Spanish Super Cup final for a third year as the latter defend crown.