m.economictimes.com (2026-01-18). Trump wants nations to pay $1 billion to stay on his peace boardDonald Trump would serve as its inaugural chairman and would decide on who is invited to be members. Decisions would be taken by a majority, with each member state present getting one vote, but all would be subject to the chairman's approval.
mondoweiss.net (2026-01-17). The U.S. has announced 'Phase 2' of the Gaza ceasefire. Here's why it doesn't matter for Palestinians. – Mondoweiss
For Palestinians in Gaza, Phase 2 of the ceasefire offers little hope that it will fundamentally change the status quo Israel has established over the past three months, which many refer to as "a new form of genocide."
(2026-01-18). US-backed Palestinian committee shares mission statement on Gaza governance. aljazeera.com The technocratic body will operate under the direction of Trump's 'board of peace', stacked with pro-Israel figures.
(2026-01-18). Israel pushes back against US backed Gaza peace council. albawaba.com Jerusalem / Washington — Israel has formally objected to the announcement of an executive committee for the proposed Gaza Peace Council, saying the move was made without prior coordination with Israeli authorities.In a statement, the office of Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said Israel had not been consulted on the committee's formation. The statement added that Foreign Minister Gideon Sa'ar would raise Israel's concerns with his U.S. counterpart, Marco Rubio.Correspondents in the region described the statement as potentially signaling the first open public rift of this kind between Netanyahu and U.S. Pr…
(2026-01-18). Sunday 1/25: Curated Gift Collection and FIne Jewelry Fundraiser For Gaza. indybay.org 389 Colusa Ave, Kensington CA (across from the Kensington Farmers' Market)…
(2026-01-18). Trump's 'board of peace' appears to seek wider mandate beyond Gaza. aljazeera.com While launched as part of Gaza ceasefire, Trump envisions board as 'bold new approach to resolving global conflicts'.
(2026-01-18). Thursday 1/22: Power Half Hour for Gaza. indybay.org Zoom | http: //jvp.org/gazaph…
(2026-01-18). Gaza: "Palestinians are wondering how they will get through the winter" icrc.org
(2026-01-18). U.S. militarization of Latin America grows. radiohc.cu After attacking Venezuela and kidnapping its constitutional president, Nicolás Maduro, Secretary of State Marco Rubio and Secretary of War Pete Hegseth are rushing to finalize agreements to send marines to Peru, Ecuador, Paraguay, Trinidad and Tobago, and the Dominican Republic. | The corollary with which President Donald Trump updated the Monroe Doctrine takes different forms. Strategies that mutate, but pursue the same goal: to regain control of the territory that the United States has always considered its "backyard" and to control the natural resources that are currently in dispute with other major powers.
(2026-01-18). Venezuelans are in the streets — 15 days and counting — to demand the return of their president and first lady. radiohc.cu 
Venezuelans continue to denounce the military attack carried out by the U.S. military on January 3rd — two weeks ago — and the kidnapping of the presidential couple, an act of aggression that represents a fatal blow to international law. | The Trump Administration's chain of crimes and illegal actions began with extrajudicial killings in lethal attacks against vessels in the Caribbean and the eastern Pacific, continued with the air embargo and naval blockade against Venezuela, and culminated in the military aggression and bombings of January 3 against Caracas and other locations in the country, in whi…
(2026-01-18). Saturday 1/17: Webinar: From Venezuela to Palestine : U.S. Empire, Genocide, and Our Duty to Fight Back. indybay.org Zoom | us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_ITzu……
(2026-01-18). Astronauts say training helped ensure safe return. ecns.cn Astronauts of China's Shenzhou XX mission Chen Dong (C), Chen Zhongrui (R) and Wang Jie meet the press at the Beijing Aerospace City on Jan 16, 2026. This was the first official public appearance of the crew of the Shenzhou XX flight mission after they returned to Earth.Wang said that when equipment malfunctions occurred in space, the basic knowledge and design principles he accumulated on the ground could be put to immediate use.
(2026-01-18). 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 (…) | – |
mondoweiss.net (2026-01-17). The U.S. has announced 'Phase 2' of the Gaza ceasefire. Here's why it doesn't matter for Palestinians. – Mondoweiss For Palestinians in Gaza, Phase 2 of the ceasefire offers little hope that it will fundamentally change the status quo Israel has established over the past three months, which many refer to as "a new form of genocide."
(2026-01-18). With a view of earth: Lunar hotel opens bookings on the moon. albawaba.com ALBAWABA — A U.S.-based startup says it has begun accepting $1 million advance reservations for what it plans to be the first hotel on the Moon, targeting an opening date of 2032 in a move that could redefine luxury travel and space tourism.The company, Galactic Resource Utilization (GRU), said prospective guests must place a seven-figure deposit to secure a spot among the inaugural visitors. GRU describes the project as the first permanent human facility beyond Earth, designed to support short stays on the lunar surface.Backers and Vision: Founded in 2025 by Skyler Chan, a University of California,…
(2026-01-18). ANKOLE REGION: Thirteen Incumbents Lose Seats. independent.co.ug 
Mbarara, Uganda | URN | At least thirteen incumbent Members of Parliament in the Ankole sub-region lost their seats in the 2026 general elections, marking a major political shake-up across several districts. In Mbarara City, Mbarara City North MP Robert Mwesigwa Rukaari lost his seat to Christopher Bakashaba following a closely contested race. Rukaari, who …
(2026-01-18). FAST reveals insights into cosmic signals. ecns.cn An aerial photo taken on Friday shows China's Five-hundred-meter Aperture Spherical radio Telescope, or FAST, under maintenance, in Guizhou province.This marks the first time globally that scientists have captured the evolutionary process of such a burst, aiding in narrowing down the long-debated origins of these brief yet powerful cosmic signals.
(2026-01-18). Smaller banks shift to quality growth. ecns.cn China's financial regulator is urging stronger action to address risks in small and medium-sized financial institutions, as they face pressure amid transformation and business model innovation, experts said.
(2026-01-18). A high-level legal expert for the Business, Human Rights and Environment Desk to follow the United Nations negotiations of a Legally Binding Instrument to regulate transnational corporations and other business enterprises. fidh.org The International Federation for Human Rights (FIDH) is an NGO that brings together nearly 200 civil society organisations around the world. Founded in 1922, it is committed to defending fundamental freedoms and the universality of the rights defined in the Universal Declaration of Human Rights. Independent of any government and recognised for its expertise, FIDH works to strengthen mechanisms for the protection of human rights and defenders through advocacy campaigns, investigations into (…) | – |
(2026-01-18). Saturday 1/17: Solidarity Gathering for the People of Iran. indybay.org Town Clock, Pacific Ave and Water St, Santa Cruz…
(2026-01-18). Sunday 3/1: The Other Film Screening and Conversation. indybay.org The New Parkway, 474 24th St, Oakland, CA 94612-2407…
(2026-01-18). Rob new film "On The Edge… Again," with Bruce Dern and Pam Grier. indybay.org Local Berkeley, Maverick Filmmaker Rob Nilsson Who Supported The Homeless & Unhoused In San Francisco Years Ago, Has A New Film Release Called, "On The Edge… Again," including actors Bruce Dern and Pam Grier.
(2026-01-18). Monday 1/19: Santa Cruz: Annual MLK March For The Dream – Defend Democracy & Civil Rights. indybay.org Gather: Black Lives Matter Mural | Santa Cruz City Hall | 809 Center Street | Santa Cruz | Post-March Event: Center Street and Church St.
(2026-01-18). Chinese scientists confirm quantum mechanics prediction set 87 years ago. ecns.cn Chinese scientists have directly observed the Migdal effect for the first time in experiments involving collisions between neutrons and atomic nuclei, confirming a quantum mechanics prediction made nearly nine decades ago.
(2026-01-18). China urges fugitives linked to Chen Zhi crime syndicate to surrender. ecns.cn China's Ministry of Public Security on Thursday issued a notice urging fugitives linked to the Chen Zhi criminal syndicate to voluntarily surrender to authorities.
(2026-01-18). Beijing hosts ice lantern art festival to boost immersive cultural tourism. ecns.cn The 40th Longqing Gorge Ice Lantern Art Festival opened in Beijing Thursday. The festival is themed "Legends of Longqing Gorge: A Tribute to the Classics," looking back on four decades of ice-and-snow cultural tourism development.
(2026-01-18). South Korean court sentences ex-President Yoon Suk Yeol to 5 years in jail for obstruction. ecns.cn A South Korean court sentenced former President Yoon Suk Yeol to five years in prison in the first trial over charges including obstruction of arrest, according to a CCTV report on Friday.
(2026-01-18). Thursday 1/29: Webinar: Reaching a Milestone: Surpassing 1,000 Apartheid-Free Communities. indybay.org Online | www.mobilize.us/us-palestineactivism/eve……
(2026-01-18). Tomato price spike due to bad weather. ecns.cn The recent surge in tomato prices in China was mainly due to the impact of unfavorable weather earlier in the season and tight supplies during the peak period, experts said. Prices have started to ease slightly in mid-January and are likely to see a seasonal decline after the Spring Festival holiday in mid-February.
(2026-01-18). Year's first private rocket mission takes off. ecns.cn Galactic Energy, a private rocket maker in Beijing, conducted the sixth sea-based launch of its Ceres 1 carrier rocket on Friday morning, marking the first private space mission in China in 2026.
(2026-01-18). The Terror of an Empire in Decline. counterpunch.org A murder in Minneapolis. A kidnapping in Caracas. Genocide in Palestine. Termination of trans people's healthcare and rights. Criminalization of pregnant people. Detention, disappearance, deportation, and death of immigrants. These are all part of the same project of domination, coercive control, and imperialist violence of the United States, turbocharged by the fascist Trump regime. It's going to take all of us to stop it. | To read this article, log in
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(2026-01-18). 'Enormous pain in my heart': Palestinian evictions mount in East Jerusalem. aljazeera.com Legal appeals by Palestinians who have lived in occupied East Jerusalem for generations were denied in the new year.
(2026-01-18). Shutdown Trump's Fascist Occupation Of Minneapolis & Minnesota & STOP The Wars & Genocide. indybay.org The Trump gestapo occupation of Minneapolis and Minnesota has led to the AFL-CIO calling for a mass worker community action on January 23, 2026. The UFCLP supports that and calls on all unions and worker throughout the United States to fight for and organize a national general strike. Trump and his fascist government will not be stopped with protests alone. Workers have the power to shutdown the country and also link this to the shutdown of US imperialist wars abroad.
(2026-01-18). South Korean former leader gets 5-year jail. ecns.cn South Korea's former president Yoon Suk-yeol was sentenced on Friday to five years in prison in a case related to his failed martial law bid in late 2024, marking the first verdict in eight cases he is facing.
(2026-01-18). Economy set to extend steady growth trajectory. ecns.cn China's economy is poised to extend its steady growth momentum into 2026, with stepped-up policy support for domestic demand and a faster innovation-led transition to cushion any external uncertainties, officials and analysts said.
(2026-01-18). US blows past another deadline to field its first hypersonic missile. scmp.com The army has once again missed its own deadline for fielding the first US hypersonic weapon, in a sign that one of the Pentagon's top priorities is still running late. | The unit responsible for using the advanced weapon is trained and ready, but the missile — part of a US$10.4 billion hypersonic programme — is not ready for use. And while the army as recently as last month said that it planned to field the weapon by the end of 2025, the army acknowledged this week that it missed that…
(2026-01-18). 10 big things about China you should not miss (Jan. 11- Jan. 17). ecns.cn China beat Australia 1-0 in its Group D match on Jan. 11, and drew with Thailand 0-0 in its last Group D match at the 2026 AFC U23 Asian Cup on Jan. 14 in Saudi Arabia's Riyadh, advancing to the knockout stage for the first time.
(2026-01-18). Regime Change The US Empire. caitlinjohnstone.com.au I support regime change in the United States. The real kind, not the "new face at the front desk every few years" kind. | I'm all for overthrowing tyrannical power structures, I just think we should start with the worst one. | Why should I support the violent overthrow of the US empire's enemies while the US empire itself remains standing? Why should I want to help the one power structure that's terrorizing and destroying nations around the world with the goal of total planetary domination? Why shoul…
(2026-01-18). As Trump's threat grows, Greenlanders plot exit plan: 'I'm thinking about where to hide'. scmp.com Ulrikke Andersen has already made a plan. If the United States invades Greenland, she will flee her home with her daughter. | "Before, I was ready to die for my country but when I had a kid that changed everything," she said. | The 40-year-old is one of many residents of the Greenlandic capital, Nuuk, now weighing up options they would never have considered just a few months ago.
(2026-01-18). Israeli settlers raid, set fire to Bedouin community in West Bank. haaretz.com Israeli security forces said the suspects in the attack escaped the scene, and clubs were found in a vehicle they left behind. Activists who were on the scene at the time said they were beaten violently and chased before having their tents set on fire…
(2026-01-18). Iran leader demands crackdown on 'seditionists' after protests. newarab.com 
The demonstrations were sparked by
(2026-01-18). Tuesday 1/20: Aptos: Free America Walkout. indybay.org State Park Drive, Aptos…
(2026-01-18). Xi calls for advancing building of China-Canada new strategic partnership. ecns.cn Xi called on both sides to increase efforts to promote cooperation and reduce the negative list, thereby strengthening the bond of shared interests through deeper and broader cooperation.Canada wishes to build with China a new strategic partnership that is strong and enduring so as to deliver greater benefits to the two peoples, Carney said.
(2026-01-18). A programme coordinator of the programme : "global initiative against impunity for international crimes and serious human rights violations: making justice work" full-time fixed contract (18 months). fidh.org The International Federation for Human Rights (FIDH) is an NGO that brings together nearly 200 civil society organisations around the world. Founded in 1922, it is committed to defending fundamental freedoms and the universality of the rights defined in the Universal Declaration of Human Rights. Independent of any government and recognised for its expertise, FIDH works to strengthen mechanisms for the protection of human rights and defenders through advocacy campaigns, investigations into (…) | – |
(2026-01-18). MOC: China, Europe resolving EV case marks a significant step. ecns.cn China and the European Union have resolved the electric vehicle case in accordance with World Trade Organization rules and on the basis of mutual respect, a move of significant positive importance, the Ministry of Commerce said on Thursday.
(2026-01-18). Iraqi army fully takes over key base following US withdrawal. newarab.com 
(2026-01-18). Saturday 1/17: Humboldt County Free America Rally. indybay.org 825 5th Street, Eureka…
(2026-01-18). Monday 1/19: Oakland: 12th Annual March to Reclaim Radical Legacy. indybay.org Oscar Grant Plaza | Oakland (14th & Broadway)…
(2026-01-18). Military leader Doumbouya sworn in as Guinea's president. aljazeera.com Doumbouya was declared victor in the West African country's first election since he led the 2021 military takeover.
(2026-01-18). Global tech partnerships highlighted at major tech show. ecns.cn Chinese technology companies are enhancing collaboration and partnerships with global technology leaders in the age of AI, a trend that executives said will better support global development and shared benefits.
(2026-01-18). Wednesday 1/28: Stand with Rebels & Against U.S.-Israel War Threats/Moves on Iran. indybay.org UUSF 1187 Franklin St. | San Francisco, California…
(2026-01-18). Cold wave expected to sweep across China. ecns.cn China is expected to be hit by its first cold wave of the year from Saturday to Wednesday, bringing widespread rain, snow, and icy conditions, especially in southern regions. Central and eastern China will face their strongest winter weather so far, the national weather authority said on Friday.
(2026-01-18). Friday 1/23: Virtual Action Hour for Palestine. indybay.org Zoom | afsc.org/events/action-hour-palestine…
(2026-01-18). China fortifies energy security as risks rise. ecns.cn With rising global geopolitical uncertainties, China is poised to further strengthen energy security over the coming years, with the nation's energy self-sufficiency rate projected to reach 85 percent by 2030, according to a recent industry report.
(2026-01-18). Traditional Dai medicine's gentle solution for neck and back pain. ecns.cn "My neck hurts so much I can't even turn my head. Patches and massages didn't work. Can you help?" said Mr. Wang, 48, who came into our clinic in December with severe neck pain.
(2026-01-18). China urges restraint over Iran to prevent further turmoil in Middle East. ecns.cn A file photo of Sun Lei, China's deputy permanent representative to the United Nations.China called on all parties to exercise restraint and avoid pushing the Middle East into deeper instability and conflict, following an emergency meeting of the UN Security Council on Thursday over the situation in Iran.
(2026-01-18). Nigeria pips Egypt to AFCON third place after penalty shoot-out. newarab.com 
Ademola Lookman converted the spot-kick that gave Nigeria a 4-2 penalty shoot-out victory over Egypt after a 0-0 draw on Saturday in the Africa Cup of Nations third place play-off. | Victory for the Super Eagles in Casablanca followed the disappointment of losing shoot-outs that cost them chances to compete at the 2026 World Cup and in the 2025 AFCON final. | Nigeria lost on penalties to the Democratic Republic of Congo last November in a play-off for a place in the World Cup intercontinental play-offs. | Then, three days ago, they lost another shoot-out to fail against hosts Morocco in an AFCON semi-final. | Suc…
(2026-01-18). Monday 1/19: Sacramento: 44th Annual MLK March For The Dream. indybay.org Starting Points: | Oak Park Community Center (Extra Mile – 8: 00 AM): | 3425 Martin Luther King Jr Blvd, Sacramento, CA 95817 | Parking available at the community center and surrounding streets. | Sacramento City College (Main March – 8: 30 AM): | 3835 Freeport Boulevard, Sacramento, CA 95822 | Parking available on campus. Arrive early for best spots! | EXPO and Main Stage Speakers | SAFE Credit Union Convention Center (Expo Only – 10: 00 AM): | 1400 J Street, Sacramento, CA 95814…
(2026-01-18). China sends sea-launched rocket CERES-1 Y7 from sea. ecns.cn The commercial rocket, CERES-1 Y7, blasted off at 4: 10 a.m. (Beijing Time), carrying the satellites belonging to the Tianqi constellation.
(2026-01-18). Tuesday 1/20: Felton: "Free America" Rally & Walkout. indybay.org Highway 9 & Graham Hill Road, Felton…
(2026-01-18). Nalukoola Wins Kawempe North Constituency. independent.co.ug 
Kampala, Uganda | URN | The Kampala District Returning Officer, Rashid Hashakya, has officially declared Erias Nalukoola the winner of the Kawempe North parliamentary seat, securing more than 34,000 votes. Nalukoola, who contested on the National Unity Platform (NUP) ticket, once again defeated the National Resistance Movement's (NRM) Faridah Nambi by a margin of nearly …
(2026-01-18). Paul Mwiru back as NUP wins 8 seats in Busoga. independent.co.ug 
Jinja, Uganda | URN | The National Unity Platform (NUP) has expanded its parliamentary presence in the Busoga sub-region, winning eight seats compared to just one in the previous term. The incumbent Jinja City Woman Member of Parliament, Manjeri Kyebakutika, had previously been the lone NUP MP from the sub-region. The newly elected NUP-sponsored MPs …
(2026-01-18). live like Residents say Israel Police continuing raids on Bedouin village Tarabin. haaretz.com Despite announcing last week that the Israel Police operation was ending, local residents told Haaretz that officers threw stun grenades and flares and fired tear gas on Saturday evening, expressing concern that 'this won't end well'…
(2026-01-18). Be The Sky – An Interview with Tenzin Choegyal. indybay.org Audio interview with Tibetan musician and performer Tenzin Choegyal on his new album (2025) with Philip Glass titled "Be The Sky." This interview was originally broadcast on "Transformation Highway" with John Malkin on KZSC 88.1 FM / kzsc.org in December, 2025.
(2026-01-18). Sunday 1/25: Education Panel: AI, Techno-Fascism & Labor. indybay.org Bernal Heights Library | 500 Cortland St. | San Francisco…
(2026-01-18). Robert Wandwasi falls as Mbale incumbents lose seats. independent.co.ug 
Mbale, Uganda | URN | Three incumbent Members of Parliament in Mbale District have lost their seats following the just-concluded parliamentary elections. The affected legislators include Robert Wandwasi, the Bungokho South MP, who was defeated by Geofrey Wokuri, the National Resistance Movement (NRM) flag bearer. Wandwasi polled 7,527 votes against Wokuri's 16,610. Other candidates in …
(2026-01-18). Bahati on list of 9 incumbents beaten in Kigezi. independent.co.ug 
Rukungiri, Uganda | URN | The number of incumbent Members of Parliament who have lost their seats in the general election in the Kigezi region has risen to nine. Among the latest casualties is Naboth Namanya, the People's Front for Freedom (PFF) flag bearer and incumbent Member of Parliament for Rubabo County in Rukungiri District, …
(2026-01-18). 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)…
(2026-01-18). Trump and drug lords hand in hand. indybay.org JOH was arrested shortly after the Conservatives were voted out by Xiomara Castro in 2021 and extradited under then-US President Joe Biden to a court in Miami, which sentenced him to 45 years in prison for smuggling 400 tons of cocaine and countless heavy weapons into the US. He is now free again, but must fear being re-arrested at any time if he leaves the US.
(2026-01-18). Trump's Greenland bid might force EU to stop placating him and fight back. scmp.com US President Donald Trump's fixation on Greenland offers an ice-cold reminder to leaders in Europe and abroad: no deal is ever final. | Trump announced a 10 per cent tariff, rising to 25 per cent in June, on eight European nations, including Denmark, for saying they would undertake token Nato military exercises in Greenland in response to US sabre-rattling.
(2026-01-18). Minneapolis & Minnesota AFL-CIO Calls For Mass Day Of Worker Community Action On 1/23/25. indybay.org The Minneapolis & Minnesota AFL-CIO has called for a mass day of worker community action On 1/23/25 to stop the ICE attacks.
(2026-01-18). Big cargo drone aces elevated test flight>. ecns.cn A new large cargo drone model successfully completed a transprovincial test flight over plateau regions, demonstrating its ability to operate in extreme high-altitude conditions, its developer said.
(2026-01-18). China's giant radio telescope observations unravel origin of cosmic enigmatic flashes. ecns.cn Through studying the observation data of China's gigantic radio telescope located in the country's southwestern Guizhou Province, an international research team has uncovered compelling new evidence supporting a binary-system origin for at least some fast radio bursts (FRBs), one of the most enigmatic phenomena in modern astrophysics.
(2026-01-18). Zou Jiayi assumes office as AIIB president. ecns.cn China's former Vice Minister of Finance Zou Jiayi on Friday formally took office as president of the Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank (AIIB) and chair of its Board of Directors, according to a statement released by the bank.
(2026-01-18). Trump announces 10% tariffs on eight European nations over Greenland. geo.tv 
Seagulls fly over the old city of Nuuk, Greenland, March 29, 2025. — ReutersTariffs will stay until US buys Greenland: Trump.European nations reiterate support for Denmark.UK PM Starmer terms US move "completely wrong".
(2026-01-18). UN names Hangzhou leader in 'zero waste'. ecns.cn The United Nations has selected Hangzhou as one of the world's top 20 "Zero Waste Cities", recognizing the provincial capital of Zhejiang for its marriage of rapid economic growth and high-tech environmental governance.
(2026-01-18). Sunday 1/18: Memorial for Iran. indybay.org This Sunday, at 4: 30 PM, we will gather in Washington Square Park for a peaceful candlelight memorial in solidarity with the people of Iran. This gathering is not a protest or political rally, but a space for remembrance — honoring the tens of thousands of lives lost for demanding freedom, dignity, and justice. Through quiet presence, candles, and flowers, we come together to resist silence, acknowledge shared humanity, and affirm that these lives mattered.
(2026-01-18). Museveni wins presidential election. independent.co.ug 
KAMPALA, UGANDA | Xinhua | Uganda's incumbent President Yoweri Museveni on Saturday secured a seventh five-year term after winning the country's presidential election. According to final results announced by the Electoral Commission, the country's electoral body, Museveni garnered more than 7.9 million votes out of about 11.3 million valid ballots cast. His closest challenger, Robert …
(2026-01-18). The Rule of the Terror Clowns. indybay.org The region's resources, imperialist interventions, territories such as Greenland — according to the fascist Miller, the US can claim or take possession of all this because it has the military power to do so. This is no longer a question of law, but of mere military power. And this very thing—the worship of the naked use of force—is a core element of fascist ideology.
(2026-01-18). China, Canada eye new partnership. ecns.cn China and Canada look to a "new strategic partnership" amid growing geopolitical fragmentation, as President Xi Jinping met with Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney in Beijing on Friday.
(2026-01-18). Israeli settlers raid, set fire to West Bank Bedouin village. haaretz.com
(2026-01-18). Results of the ICRC Writing Competition VI: Upholding Humanity. icrc.org
(2026-01-18). Russia-Ukraine Armed Conflict: What happens in winter when the power goes out. icrc.org
(2026-01-18). Why China is Defying Trump's Tariffs on Iran Trade. juancole.com
(2026-01-18). ICRC voices: Dispatch from Darfur. icrc.org
(2026-01-18). Management of the Dead in Emergencies: Training of Trainer Course Held in Luzhou, Sichuan. icrc.org
(2026-01-18). Myanmar: Arbitrary detention and torture of student leader Htet Myat Aung. fidh.org
(2026-01-18). 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
(2026-01-18). 2025 was Earth's 3rd-Warmest Year on Record. juancole.com
(2026-01-18). Iran: Over 30 NGOs raise alarm over dire situation for detained human rights defenders amid rising protest death toll. fidh.org
(2026-01-18). Five killed in two avalanches in Austria. albawaba.com
(2026-01-18). Azerbaijan sentences exiled journalists to lengthy prison terms in absentia. CPJ Staff
(2026-01-18). Indonesian rescuers find wreckage of plane that had 11 people on board. aljazeera.com
(2026-01-18). Yemen: The ICRC stands ready to support detainee releases between conflict parties following agreement. icrc.org
(2026-01-18). Haiti's presidential council expands defamation laws as end of political immunity looms. CPJ Staff
(2026-01-18). Uganda: Repression threatens election credibility. fidh.org
(2026-01-18). Iran: Authorities must be held accountable for massacre of protesters. fidh.org
(2026-01-18). The ICRC in 2025: On the front line for humanity, always. icrc.org
(2026-01-18). Azerbaijan – Armenia: ICRC representatives travel to Azerbaijan to visit persons detained in relation to the conflict. icrc.org
(2026-01-18). Uganda: Arbitrary detention of Dr. Sarah Bireete ahead of general elections. fidh.org
(2026-01-18). Expert workshop on the missing under Islamic law. icrc.org
(2026-01-18). Water crosses the border for 22,000 people in western Uganda. icrc.org
(2026-01-18). Chad: Sudanese families separated by conflict find hope one phone call at a time. icrc.org
(2026-01-18). Uganda: Suspension of at least seven human rights NGOs ahead of general elections. fidh.org
(2026-01-18). Frequently Asked Questions: International Armed Conflict (IAC). icrc.org
(2026-01-18). From New York to Beijing: Calls to galvanize political commitment to international humanitarian law. icrc.org
(2026-01-18). Egypt: Cairo hosts the 13th Regional Meeting for Arab National Committees on International Humanitarian Law. icrc.org
(2026-01-18). CPJ joins 2 urgent calls for legal transparency following FBI search of WaPo journalist's home. CPJ Staff
(2026-01-18). Operational update: Assisting communities in winter in the Russia-Ukraine International Armed Conflict. icrc.org
(2026-01-18). Senior Workshop on International Rules Governing Military Operations (SWIRMO) in Riyadh: Humanitarian Law as part of the Military Doctrine. icrc.org
(2026-01-18). Humanitarian Outlook 2026: A world succumbing to war. icrc.org
(2026-01-18). Cambodia-Thailand: ICRC supports release and repatriation of 18 prisoners of war. icrc.org
(2026-01-18). Democratic Republic of the Congo: Violence in South Kivu forces thousands of families to flee. icrc.org
(2026-01-18). Who Pays for the AI Bubble? counterpunch.org
(2026-01-18). United States withdrawal from international organisations endangers women's rights. fidh.org
(2026-01-18). South Sudan: ICRC-supported hospitals deliver critical care as conflict-related casualties reach highest level in eight years. icrc.org
(2026-01-18). Trump's $1.5 trillion Gamble: Will Endless Conflict win Midterm Votes? juancole.com
(2026-01-18). Afghanistan: A visual journey through Afghanistan's humanitarian challenges and ICRC's humanitarian response. icrc.org
(2026-01-18). Central African Republic: Humanitarian situation remains alarming in south-east of the country. icrc.org
(2026-01-18). Frequently asked questions about the ICRC's work in Jordan. icrc.org
(2026-01-18). Mercosur y la Unión Europea firman histórico acuerdo tras 25 años de negociaciones. cubadebate.cu La capital paraguaya volvió a ser historia este sábado con la firma del acuerdo entre el Mercado Común del Sur (Mercosur) y la Unión Europea (UE) tras 25 años de negociaciones. La firma del tratado tuvo lugar en el Gran Teatro José Asunción Flores del Banco Central de Paraguay, donde se suscribió el Tratado de Asunción, texto fundacional del Mercosur, el 26 de marzo de 1991.
(2026-01-18). Hospitalizados tres niños tras ataque del ICE en Minneapolis. cubadebate.cu La escena ocurrió la noche del 15 de enero, en Minneapolis. No fue una redada selectiva ni una operación quirúrgica. Fue un ataque indiscriminado. Un vehículo familiar, con seis menores dentro, quedó atrapado en una intervención del Servicio de Inmigración y Control de Aduanas de Estados Unidos, el ICE.
(2026-01-18). Colaboración académica une a universidades de Sancti Spíritus y Estados Unidos. cubadebate.cu La Universidad de Sancti Spíritus José Martí Pérez (UNISS) recibió una delegación de profesores y especialistas procedentes del Lehman College Bronx de Nueva York, Estados Unidos, con el objetivo de fortalecer los vínculos académicos y de cooperación a través del intercambio con sus homólogos espirituanos.
(2026-01-18). Consejo de Defensa Nacional efectúa sesión de trabajo. cubadebate.cu Este sábado se reunió el Consejo de Defensa Nacional para analizar y aprobar los planes y medidas del paso al Estado de Guerra, como parte de la preparación del país bajo la concepción estratégica de la Guerra de todo el Pueblo.
(2026-01-18). Expulsión de menores mexicanos de EEUU alcanzó una media de 33 al día en el último año. cubadebate.cu Según datos del Instituto Nacional de Migración de México, durante la última década (2015-2025), se registraron un total de 126.392 eventos de devolución de niñas, niños y adolescentes connacionales no acompañados desde Estados Unidos.
(2026-01-18). La Tira de los Lectores: Orgullo cubano. cubadebate.cu Hace unos días la convocamos, y hoy regresa La Tira de los Lectores, para mostrar el orgullo cubano en fotos. En la mayoría de las imágenes llegadas a nuestra redacción resalta la bandera de la estrella solitaria, símbolo sagrado de los hijos de esta tierra.
(2026-01-18). Friday 1/30: The Settlers: Documentary Screening + Q&A. indybay.org Hillside Community Church, 1422 Navellier Street, El Cerrito…
(2026-01-18). Sera Jey Tibetan Buddhist Monastery welcomes Contra Costa County Supervisor John Gioia. indybay.org In January 2026, the Venerable Monks and the Tibetan Community who gathered at Sera Jey Tibetan Buddhist Monastery in El Cerrito, California welcomed Contra Costa County Supervisor John Gioia…
(2026-01-17). Trump's envoy Witkoff announces "phase two" of Gaza ceasefire deal. peoplesdispatch.org The United States Special Envoy to "the Middle East" Steve Witkoff announced in a Witkoff clarified that the next phase will see the establishment of what he called the National Committee for the Administration of Gaza (NCAG),…
(2026-01-17). Saturday 1/17: Hikers for Palestine: Walking in Solidarity with Gaza's Orphans. indybay.org Point Isabel Parking Lot, 2406 Rydin Rd, Richmond, CA 94804.
(2026-01-17). Photos: Gaza ceasefire brings no relief as Israeli bombings continue. aljazeera.com Over 80 percent of Gaza's infrastructure lies in ruins as residents endure precarious living conditions and limited aid.
(2026-01-17). The Flotillas To Gaza Are The World's Conscience. popularresistance.org Rome, Italy — There will be a new flotilla in April 2026 that will attempt to break the 18-year-old Israeli blockade of Gaza. The mission is expected to be the largest maritime action for Palestine to date, involving more than 3,000 activists from 100 countries on 100 boats, including a medical fleet of 1,000 health care workers to deliver 500 tons of life-saving aid, equipment and medical supplies that Israel has blocked from entering Gaza. | Once again, activists from all over the world will sail toward Gaza in an attempt to end one of the worst humanitarian crises on the planet.
(2026-01-17). Epstein 'cool as ____' says influential Hitler-loving virgin. thecanary.co 
Nick Fuentes has become increasingly influential in the past few years. While his job is literally causing controversy, not all controversy will benefit him, as seems to be the case here with Epstein: Nick Fuentes claims Jeffrey Epstein's international trafficking operation should not be labeled "pedophilia," because it did not involve very young children. He […] | By
(2026-01-17). DoJ unveils new plot to keep Epstein Files hidden from public eyes. thecanary.co 
As we reported, the US Department of Justice (DoJ) has seemingly done everything it can to keep the Epstein Files secret. Despite being legally mandated to release the files without unnecessary redactions, the DoJ released the files with — you guessed it — unnecessary redactions. In response, politicians have sought to bring in an independent […] | By
(2026-01-17). 'Whole milk is back', claims increasingly deranged Trump administration. thecanary.co 
Already this year, we've seen the Trump administration: Invade the sovereign nation of Venezuela to kidnap their president. Threaten to seize Greenland. Send legions of masked, Gestapo-like agents into an American city (shooting a young mother in the process). Not to worry, though, because "whole milk is back", as this post from the White House […] | By
(2026-01-17). Nearly 50 Venezuelan soldiers killed in US abduction of President Maduro. aljazeera.com Venezuela's Defence Ministry says 83 people in total killed in US attack to abduct President Nicolas Maduro.
(2026-01-17). China's AI ambitions meet the politics of global supply chains. moderndiplomacy.eu The US military operation against the Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro has exacerbated the already strained US relationship with Latin America, with far-reaching implications beyond the region. The episode unfolded in the context of China's increasing involvement in Venezuela, underscoring the extent to which Latin America's resource diplomacy has been caught up in the great power …
(2026-01-17). Maduro's son rallies World to demand release of captured Venezuelan leader. hindustantimes.com Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro's son, Nicolas Maduro Guerra, has launched an international campaign urging global bodies and parliaments to demand his father's release following the U.S. military capture of Maduro and his wife. Maduro Guerra proposed a consensus document denouncing what he calls "aggression and kidnapping" and called for international commissions to mobilize support, portraying Maduro as a symbol of resistance against foreign intervention.
(2026-01-17). Free Nicolás Maduro, Cilia Flores, Mumia Abu-Jamal and all political prisoners! iacenter.org January 13, 2026 A coalition of groups which have long fought for the release of Mumia Abu-Jamal and other U.S. political prisoners felt compelled to issue the following statement in response to the illegal imprisonment of Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro and Cilia Flores: The Mobilization for Mumia, the Campaign to Bring Mumia Home and the Free Mumia Abu-Jamal Coalition (NYC) unequivocally oppose and condemn the Trump regime's illegal bombing of the Venezuelan capital and kidnapping of President Nicolás Maduro and Cilia Flores from Venezuela. This unprovoked, unilateral military assault on the sovereign natio…
(2026-01-17). French youth speak out against Trump's illegal invasion of Venezuela. wsws.org WSWS reporters interviewed students in the Paris area on Trump's military operation against Venezuela to kidnap its president and try to seize its oil revenues.
(2026-01-17). Confederation of Sahel States condemns U.S. attack on Venezuela. iacenter.org January 15, 2026 Communiqué from the Confederation of Sahel States (AES) regarding the armed attack by the United States of America against the Bolivarian Republic of Venezuela: The Confederation of Sahel States (AES) has followed with grave concern the reports of a military operation carried out by the United States of America on the territory of the Bolivarian Republic of Venezuela, which resulted in the illegal abduction of Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro and his spouse [Cilia Flores]. The Confederation of Sahel States (AES) recalls that the use of armed force by one State against the sovereignty, territor…
(2026-01-17). United Nations system "mortally wounded" after attack on Venezuela. radiohc.cu Venezuelan Foreign Minister Yván Gil has denounced that the United Nations system was "mortally wounded" following the military operation that resulted in the kidnapping of President Nicolás Maduro and his wife, Cilia Flores. | According to the high-ranking official, the act constitutes a violation of the pillars that have sustained the world order for the last 80 years. | During his address at the meeting of the Network of Jurists for the Liberation of President Nicolás Maduro and his Wife Cilia Flores, Gil described the operation as a disproportionate and unjustified deployment that left a regrettable toll of a…
(2026-01-17). US invasion of Venezuela exposes bankruptcy of Mélenchon's France Unbowed Party. wsws.org Workers cannot stop imperialism's accelerating plunge into military dictatorship and wars of plunder without breaking politically with forces like Mélenchon, who calls for them to subordinate themselves to the Venezuelan bourgeois nationalist regime's negotiations with Trump.
(2026-01-17). Iran: America's Next Target After Venezuela. moderndiplomacy.eu On December 28, 2025, protests unexpectedly erupted across Iran in response to a severe economic downturn in the Middle Eastern country, caused largely by sanctions imposed by the United States and its allies. More notably, the protests have grown in scale and turned violent, with clashes between civilians and police resulting in casualties, occurring shortly …
(2026-01-17). Dalradian is no Trump when it comes to mining in Northern Ireland. thecanary.co 
As events unfold in Venezuela, with the US appropriating natural resources to bring its people prosperity (by selling them to American oil companies), Omagh-based international mining company Dalradian must look on with envy as it enters its seventeenth year of financial failure in Northern Ireland. Dalradian has been a colossal failure in the Sperrin Mountains […] | By
(2026-01-17). The end of pretenses: Trump's assault on Venezuela. links.org.au 
Anderson Bean — Trump's attack on Venezuela should be understood as a stab at "hegemonic crisis management."
(2026-01-17). Venezuela: Delcy Rodríguez anunció acuerdo para exportar gas licuado de petróleo. radiohc.cu La presidenta encargada de Venezuela, Delcy Rodríguez anunció este viernes la firma de un contrato de comercialización de gas licuado de petróleo, lo que marca el inicio formal de la exportación de este recurso energético. | Durante el Consejo Nacional de Economía Productiva afirmó: Lo habíamos dicho, lo habíamos anunciado: que exportaríamos la primera molécula de gas y lo estamos cumpliendo. Le estamos cumpliendo al presidente Maduro y le estamos cumpliendo a nuestro pueblo", afirmó. | De acuerdo con medios locales de prensa, el hito se enmarca en los esfuerzos de la industria nacional de hidrocarburos por mejora…
(2026-01-17). Acciones solidarias en España contra la arremetida imperial. radiohc.cu 
Con la finalidad de fortalecer la conciencia colectiva entorno a los acontecimientos ocurridos recientemente en Venezuela y el secuestro del presidente Nicolás Maduro, en varios sitios de España celebraron espacios de diálogo y condena a los hechos perpetrados por Estados Unidos en la nación suramericana. | Estas acciones pretenden ser espacios abiertos de información, análisis y compromiso militante, dirigido a todas las personas y colectivos que apuestan por la autodeterminación de los pueblos y la solidaridad con Venezuela y Cuba. | Las actividades sesionaron este viernes 16 de enero, en la tarde noche, con en…
(2026-01-17). Presidente Díaz-Canel acompañó sepelio de combatientes caídos en Venezuela. radiohc.cu Con la presencia del primer secretario del Comité Central del Partido Comunista de Cuba (PCC) y presidente de la República, de Miguel Díaz-Canel tuvo lugar en la necrópolis de Colón, en La Habana, la ceremonia de inhumación de cuatro de los 32 combatientes caídos en Venezuela el pasado 3 de enero, en el ataque perpetrado por fuerzas estadounidenses. | Encabezaron el tributo, ofrendas florales a nombre del general de Ejército Raúl Castro Ruz, líder de la Revolución cubana, de Díaz-Canel, de los Ministerios de las Fuerzas Armadas Revolucionarias (FAR) y del Interior (Minint), de los familiares y del pueblo de Cuba.
(2026-01-17). La Habana despide a los héroes caídos en agresión de EEUU a Venezuela. radiohc.cu 
Una representación del pueblo capitalino se reunió, en la tarde de este viernes, para rendir homenaje y despedir a sus hermanos caídos en combate durante la agresión militar estadounidense contra Venezuela, el pasado 3 de enero. | En la necrópolis Cristóbal Colón se dieron cita civiles, militares, jóvenes, ancianos, trabajadores y estudiantes, para agradecer a los héroes que sacrificaron sus valiosas vidas en cumplimiento de su misión. | En las palabras centrales, el primer secretario del Partido Comunista de Cuba en La Habana, Liván Izquierdo, expresó: Hoy reafirmamos el tributo de toda una nación a los 32 héroes…
(2026-01-17). Free Chantal Anicoche! End U.S. intervention from Venezuela to the Philippines! iacenter.org January 12, 2026 Resist U.S.-led War of Seattle posted the following statement on Jan. 10, 2026. On January 1, 2026, the Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP) deployed four attack helicopters that dropped 12 bombs, followed by continuous aerial strafing for several hours, terrorizing the peasant and Indigenous Mangyan communities in Barangay Cabacao, Abra de Ilog, Occidental Mindoro. The AFP's attacks killed three Mangyan children, injured their mother and forcibly displaced 188 families from the area. Jerlyn Rose Doydora and at least one other student researcher were martyred. Chantal Anicoche Chantal Anicoche,…
(2026-01-17). Ministro de Defensa de Venezuela revela cuántos militares asesinó EEUU en ataque a Caracas. radiohc.cu El ministro de Defensa de Venezuela, Vladimir Padrino López reveló este viernes que al menos 47 miembros de la Fuerza Armada Nacional Bolivariana (FANB) perdieron la vida por la agresión militar de EE.UU. contra su país, el pasado 3 de enero, en el que secuestraron al mandatario Nicolás Maduro, y a su esposa, Cilia Flores. | Durante un acto de condecoración al personal militar y civil que defendió la nación durante la madrugada que se registró el ataque, el titular expresó: 47 hombres y mujeres de la Fuerza Armada Nacional Bolivariana, nueve mujeres entre ellas, que dieron su vida. Hay un total de 83 fallecidos, m…
(2026-01-17). Palace manager Glasner to leave at end of season. tribune.com.pk 
Oliver Glasner on Friday said he will leave Crystal Palace after his contract expires at the end of the season, with the Austrian manager adding that the Premier League club's captain Marc Guehi is also set to depart. | Glasner guided Palace to victory in the FA Cup last season, the first major trophy of their 164-year-old history, as well as the Community Shield in August. | The 51-year-old's success at Palace has made him a key target for other clubs and he has been linked with the top job at Manchester United. | "A decision has already been taken, months ago. I had a meeting with Steve (Parish) in October,…
(2026-01-17). "I support a general strike" : New York nurses call for broader struggle. wsws.org The WSWS spoke with nurses on the picket line and at a nearby hospital about the conditions they are struggling against and the calls for a general strike in Minneapolis and beyond…
(2026-01-17). Georgia Man Goes on a Full-Blown Racist Tirade, Messes Around and Finds Out. theroot.com 
Robert Burke was seen in the video screaming the "N-word" at a security guard and claiming free speech.
(2026-01-17). Non-Jewish Zionist Bachram attacks Jewish Holocaust survivor. thecanary.co 
British Israel lobbyist Heidi Bachram is one of the UK's most unhinged Israel fanatics — and that's a very, very tough field to beat. She's also one of the most shameless — although among stiff competition. Ms B has considerable form. She marked the new year by claiming pictures of a Palestinian doctor abducted by […] | By
(2026-01-17). Monday 1/19: Strike the Pump. indybay.org everywhere…
(2026-01-17). Tariffs Over Troops: Is Trump Backing Off Greenland Invasion Threats? thinktank.pk In the evolving geopolitical landscape of the Arctic, Greenland has emerged as a focal point of international tension. As the world's largest island and a semi-autonomous territory of Denmark, it holds immense strategic value due to its vast mineral resources, critical position in emerging shipping routes, and role in global security dynamics. Recent statements from …
(2026-01-17). Strife and Resolution: Karbi and Bihari Communities in Assam. devdiscourse.com The second round of discussions between the Assam state government and Karbi society, aiming to address recent tensions in West Karbi Anglong district, has been postponed. This delay results from Prime Minister Narendra Modi's visit, according to Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma.
(2026-01-17). Rally in Sydney urges cancellation of Israeli president's visit. newarab.com 
Hundreds of pro-Palestine demonstrators gathered to protest the planned visit of Israeli Video footage shared showed scores of people waving the Dozens of police were deployed to the march, with many demonstrators also protesting against tougher laws which are set to heavily restrict public assembly in the wake of the December Bondi…
(2026-01-17). France's NATO rift widens as Macron pushes European autonomy | Greenland. hindustantimes.com France's relationship with NATO is under fresh strain as disagreements with Washington deepen over Greenland and European security. A senior French lawmaker openly questioned staying in the U.S.-led alliance, arguing NATO risks dragging Paris into conflicts that undermine national interests. The debate comes as President Emmanuel Macron pushes for greater European strategic autonomy following Russia's use of the nuclear-capable Oreshnik missile in Ukraine. Tensions intensified after Trump remained firm on his push to acquire Greenland, prompting France and other European states to deploy troops under Denmark's Op…
(2026-01-17). Saudi King Salman leaves hospital after medical tests. geo.tv 
(2026-01-17). Belarus-Laos visa waiver agreement comes into force. eng.belta.by From now on, citizens of Belarus and Laos who have valid ordinary passports with a validity period of at least 180 days may enter, leave, stay, and/or transit through the territory of either country without a visa, provided that their stay does not exceed 30 days from the date of entry.
(2026-01-17). Australian government exploits Bondi shootings to launch historic attack on free speech. wsws.org The Albanese government remains intent on ramming anti-democratic laws through parliament, under the cover of the Bondi Beach terrorist attack.
(2026-01-17). Saturday 1/17: Free virtual screening of the documentary film "Louis Theroux: The Settlers" indybay.org Zoom | us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_pT36……
(2026-01-17). Arrests, injuries after clashes outside Iran's London embassy. newarab.com 
Four people were injured and 14 others arrested after anti-government protests outside the Iranian embassy in The London Ambulance Service said the four were taken to hospital after emergency services were called to an incident in South Kensington at around 8.45pm (GMT). | Alongside those taken to hospital, two others were treated at the scene, according to the London Ambulance Service. | Social media video footage appeared to show demonstrators being detained and…
(2026-01-17). Latest US sanctions target Houthi funding networks. newarab.com 
The United States has issued fresh sanctions targeting In a statement, the US Treasury Department's Office of Foreign Assets Control confirmed that 21 individuals and entities were targeted by the new sanctions, which it said were intended to disrupt revenue-generation and smuggling networks. | US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent said the Iran-backed organisation "th…
(2026-01-17). Trump Backs Down from Iran Threats, For Now. fairobserver.com US President Donald Trump, who is nothing if not direct, had threatened to intervene on behalf of demonstrators calling for the removal of Iran's ruling theocratic regime. But by mid-week, he decided to hold off. The ostensible reason for his turnabout was the apparent decline in protest activity and the government's failure to follow through…
(2026-01-17). A Peek At 'The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air' Mansion That's Now Up for Sale! theroot.com 
The famous house from "The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air" is now on the market. Let's get into the coolness of the iconic mansion!
(2026-01-17). Trump's Greenland Tariff Gamble: A Diplomatic Standoff. devdiscourse.com President Donald Trump declared he will implement a 10% import tariff on goods from eight European nations, beginning in February. This action, he claims, is in response to these countries' opposition to US control of Greenland. The tariff could rise to 25% by June without a deal.
(2026-01-17). Saving Auroville: A Call for Immediate Intervention. fairobserver.com 
In February 1968, on a bright day that felt like an awakening, 5,000 people from 124 nations gathered around a lone banyan tree in a dusty corner of Tamil Nadu. They had come to listen to an elderly woman read four sentences she had written in her own hand; All India Radio transmitted her words…
(2026-01-17). "Racialized Students" : "Nobodies to Everybody: Pervasive Appropriation and Marginalized Students" globalresearch.ca Letter to Fallen Matthew, | I publicly want to acknowledge and show appreciation for your rigorous academic engagement, theoretical and practical alternative vision of creating more equitable and inclusive societies especially for racialized students. Racialized students have experienced the brunt of …
(2026-01-17). Brutal beatings, arson and impunity: A Palestinian plant nursery becomes a target for settler pogroms. haaretz.com After setting fire last fall to one of the largest and oldest plant nurseries in the West Bank, causing millions of shekels in damage, settlers returned to the site this month, torching cars and brutally attacking an older worker…
(2026-01-17). US airlines warned of 'potential risks' when flying over Mexico, South America. scmp.com The US Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) warned airlines on Friday to exercise caution when flying over Mexico, Central America and parts of South America, citing the risks of potential military activities and GPS interference. | The FAA said it had issued "Notices to Airmen" covering Mexico and Central American countries, as well as Ecuador, Colombia and portions of airspace within the eastern Pacific Ocean.
(2026-01-17). Iran's leader says 'thousands' killed in protests, Trump a 'criminal'. scmp.com Iran's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei on Saturday said "several thousand people" died in this month's anti-government demonstrations, his first acknowledgment of the deadly scale of the unrest. | Some of those were killed "brutally and inhumanely", Khamenei said without offering details in a public meeting broadcast on state TV. He accused the US and Israel of aiding the killings and said the Islamic Republic had evidence to support the claim.
(2026-01-17). Washington menaces Iran at UN Security Council amid mounting signs of an impending US military strike. wsws.org Washington's preparations for a military onslaught on Iran have nothing to do with alleged concern for the democratic rights of its 93-million-strong population.
(2026-01-17). Pique's League aims for US launch. tribune.com.pk 
The Gerard Pique-founded Kings League is planning a U.S. launch in 2026 but its fast expansion will not stop there as it expects to enter more global markets and potentially licence the format, the former Spain and Barcelona player has told Reuters. | The seven-a-side league created by Pique in 2022 blends soccer with video-game features along with shorter matches, customised rules, heavy audience interaction and social-media personalities as central figures in its teams and events. | It expanded quickly from Spain to Italy, Germany, France, Mexico, Saudi Arabia and Brazil, where it is hosting its version of t…
(2026-01-17). IRGC threatens US commanders in Qatar, says Doha relocation offers 'no safety'. hindustantimes.com IRGC-linked media has issued a direct threat against U.S. forces stationed in Qatar, claiming it has identified the hotel in Doha where American commanders relocated after security concerns at Al Udeid Air Base. The move marks a sharp escalation in Iran-U.S. tensions, signaling Tehran's surveillance capabilities and warning that relocation into civilian areas will not shield U.S. forces from retaliation. The threat comes amid heightened regional anxiety as Gulf states fear being drawn into a wider conflict.
(2026-01-17). AFCON 2025 Final: Morocco, Senegal faceoff on Sunday Jan 18. ummid.com Morocco defeated Nigeria, and Senegal trounced Egypt to reach the AFCON 2025 (Africa Cup of Nations) Final to be played at the Prince Moulay Abdellah Stadium in Rabat, Morocco Sunday January 18, 2026.
(2026-01-17). Trump's vendetta against federal death row inmates: Sends prisoners who received commutations to "Alcatraz of the Rockies" wsws.org Ten federal prisoners whose death sentences were commuted to life by Biden have been moved to ADX Florence in Colorado, where inmates are kept in concrete cells smaller than a parking space for 22 to 24 hours a day and are subject to near-total social and sensory deprivation.
(2026-01-17). NATO's Greenland Theatrics and Arctic Expansionism. globalresearch.ca The Trump administration's threat to "take Greenland" (in effect, to invade Denmark, a fellow NATO member state) came as a total shock, especially to those who refuse to acknowledge that the strength of the political West is slowly degenerating into …
(2026-01-17). Trump's Greenland Tariff Threat Escalates Tensions with Europe. devdiscourse.com President Donald Trump's latest tariff announcement has intensified tensions with European allies. In a bold move, Trump declared a series of escalating tariffs on Denmark and several other European nations in protest of their refusal to negotiate the sale of Greenland to the United States.
(2026-01-17). Petition challenges PIA privatisation in Lahore High Court. tribune.com.pk 
(2026-01-17). Former South Korean president sentenced to five years over martial law case. albawaba.com ALBAWABA — A South Korean court handed down a five-year prison sentence to former president Yoon Suk Yeol on Friday, a significant development as it's the first conviction stemming from a string of criminal cases tied to his late 2024 martial law declaration.The Seoul Central District Court found Yoon guilty of hindering law enforcement officers while they were trying to execute an arrest warrant, which included resisting authorities during the process. The judges also determined that he had falsified official documents and neglected to adhere to the constitutional and legal protocols surrounding the declar…
(2026-01-17). Death toll in Iran protests over 3,000, rights group says. newarab.com 
More than 3,000 people have died in The US-based HRANA group said it had verified 3,090 deaths, including 2,885 protesters, after residents said
(2026-01-17). Dr. King's legacy: No borders in the workers' struggle! iacenter.org January 14, 2026 New York City, April 2018 January 19 will officially mark the 40th anniversary of the Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. federal holiday, a demand won through many years of grassroots struggle. If he were alive today, King would have celebrated his 97th birthday on Jan. 15. Dr. King dedicated his entire adult life to fighting for Civil Rights for African Americans, especially in the Deep South during the 1950s and 1960s. And during the last year of his life, King showed concrete support for striking Black sanitation workers in Memphis, Tennessee, while simultaneously calling for an end to the Vietnam war…
(2026-01-17). 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.
(2026-01-17). China trade surplus hits historic record. wsws.org The record surplus, up from $993 billion in 2024, was achieved despite a 20 percent fall in exports to the US, which was more than compensated for by the increase in exports to the rest of the world.
(2026-01-17). CIS human rights commission reviews agenda for 2026. eng.belta.by The first working meeting to discuss the activities of the CIS Human Rights Commission was held under the chairmanship of Belarusian representative Yevgeniya Paramonova.
(2026-01-17). Hezbollah missed window to attack 'unprepared' Israel: report. newarab.com 
(2026-01-17). Burnham comes out against Starmer's Hillsborough 'betrayal'. thecanary.co 
Keir Starmer's government have made such a hash of the proposed new Hillsborough law that the families of victims have come out against it. They aren't the only ones either, with Merseyside-raised Andy Burnham making his feelings clear alongside Liverpool mayor Steve Rotheram: Andy Burnham now leading the revolt over the Hillsborough law ahead of […] | By
(2026-01-17). Breaking the Rentier Cycle: Tinubu's Tax Gamble and Nigeria's Economic Future. moderndiplomacy.eu For decades, oil has defined Nigeria's political landscape, where abundant reserves have made the country Africa's biggest oil producer , the world's 6th largest exporter, including holding the 10th largest proven oil reserve in the world. With proven oil reserves of about 37 billion barrels, successive governments have relied on petroleum rents to fund the …
(2026-01-17). Can the US afford Trump's $1.5 trillion 'dream military'? aljazeera.com Donald Trump plans to boost US military spending to $1.5 trillion in 2027. His plan to pay for it does not add up.
(2026-01-17). Blackout in Berlin: Pretext for erection of a police state. wsws.org While those politically responsible largely ignored the plight of the population, within hours they began to politically exploit the attack on the power grid. The act of sabotage is being ruthlessly used to advance the expansion of a police state and domestic militarisation.
(2026-01-17). 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.
(2026-01-17). Trump, Noem, and CBS claim ICE murderer Jonathan Ross had 'internal bleeding' exposed as lie. thecanary.co 
The Trump regime needed to shore up its lie that murdered Minneapolis woman Renee Good was a "domestic terrorist" who was killed because she tried to kill ICE thug Jonathan Ross with her car. Shooting a mum three times in the face from a couple of feet way needs a lot of shoring up as […] | By
(2026-01-17). 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.
(2026-01-17). Farage accused of coming out as a 'globalist'. thecanary.co 
Nigel Farage founded Reform UK on the promise that it would be an alternative to the mainstream political establishment. As we've reported, this claim has always been dubious, but never more so than following the recent influx of establishment Tories: Reform UK's Leader of Durham Council @ReformDurham isn't a @nadhimzahawi fan it appears… This isn't […] | By
(2026-01-17). When Insurance Says No, Children Pay the Price. scheerpost.com Photo by 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…
(2026-01-17). Trump threatens tariffs on nations opposing Greenland takeover. geo.tv 
US President Donald Trump speaks to the press, before departing for Florida from the South Lawn, at the White House in Washington, D.C., US, January 16, 2026. — ReutersUS lawmakers visit Denmark to back Copenhagen and Greenland.Denmark strongly rejects Trump's…
(2026-01-17). Bushra Bibi's daughter moves LHC. tribune.com.pk 
The daughter of Bushra Bibi approached the Lahore High Court (LHC) seeking permission to meet her mother, who is currently incarcerated at Adiala Jail. | Mubashra Khawar Maneka filed the petition through Lahore High Court Bar Association President Asif Naswana. The Punjab government, the Superintendent of Adiala Jail, and other relevant authorities have been made respondents in the case. | In her petition, the petitioner stated that Bushra Bibi is presently lodged in Adiala Jail and that she is her biological daughter. She maintained that under jail rules, she is legally entitled to meet her mother. | The peti…
(2026-01-17). NJ GOP wants to shoot your neighbor in the head: Social Lysistrata for Anyone Supporting the Murder of Renee Good and Escalating ICE Violence and Lethality. fightbackbetter.com In response to Trump calling for more lethal violence against unarmed civilians protesting the ICE terror he is unleashing across…
(2026-01-17). The Donroe Doctrine In Action. thealtworld.com In January 2025, the New York Post published an article with the provocative title "The Doctrine of Donro. Trump's Vision for the Hemisphere", which examined the bold and pretentious statements of the newly elected president, who went to the White House for the second time. At that time, he predicted that Canada would become a new state of the United States, Greenland would also become part of America, the Gulf of Mexico would be renamed the American Gulf, and the Panama Canal would become Washington's property. | The term was not widely used at that time, and only in December last year, after military strikes on…
(2026-01-17). US visa pause meant to ensure vigorous vetting, says embassy. tribune.com.pk 
The US Embassy in Islamabad said on Friday that Secretary of State Marco Rubio instituted the pause on the issuance of immigration visa to ensure that the new immigrants were vetted "to the maximum degree" and that they will not use public assistance. | In a post on X, the embassy said that the pause, effective on January 21, applies to the issuance of immigrant visas only and it does not apply to non-immigrant visas, such as tourists, students, athletes, skilled workers, and their families. | "Secretary Rubio has instituted this pause until we can ensure that new immigrants have been vetted to the maximum deg…
(2026-01-17). Ghana Helped U.S. Deport Migrants, and Now Its Own Citizens Are Shut Out. capitalbnews.org 
"America is a bully that is never satisfied," Oliver Barker-Vormawor said from Ghana. The Trump administration's new freeze on immigrant visas from 75 nations is the latest example, he added. African nations make up a striking share of the 75 countries swept into the Trump administration's new freeze on immigrant visas, a move officials say …
(2026-01-17). Fact Check: Plundering of Somnath and other Hindu temples. ummid.com Temple destructions in ancient and medieval India were not primarily a religious phenomenon.
(2026-01-17). Court reissues non-bailable warrants for Imaan Mazari, husband over 'anti-state' tweets. tribune.com.pk 
An Islamabad district court on Saturday reissued non-bailable arrest warrants for human rights lawyer and activist Imaan Mazari and her husband, Hadi Ali Chattha, during proceedings in their case. | The hearing was held at the District and Sessions Court in Islamabad and presided over by Additional Sessions Judge Afzal Mojoka. Prosecutor Rana Usman, DSP Legal, and defence counsel Riyasat Ali Azad were present. | Defence counsel told the court that Mazari and Chattha had surrendered and appeared before the judge, and requested the suspension of an earlier order directing their arrest and production through a vi…
(2026-01-17). VP JD Vance Leads U.S. Delegation to Milano Cortina Winter Olympics. devdiscourse.com United States Vice President JD Vance is set to lead the American presidential delegation to the opening ceremony of the Milano Cortina Winter Olympics, as announced by President Donald Trump on Saturday. Accompanying Vance will be his wife, Usha Vance, the second lady of the United States.
(2026-01-17). Palestine expert joins think tank funded by war industry. electronicintifada.net Julie Norman accepts post with Chatham House, which counts BAE Systems as a major donor.
(2026-01-17). Ronaldo shines, but Al-Nassr Vs Al-Hilal SPL match went other way. ummid.com Cristiano Ronaldo led Al Nassr suffered another setback after it was defeated by Al Hilal in the SPL 25/26 Group Match played at Kingdom Arena in Riyadh Monday January 12, 2026.
(2026-01-17). Israel Fears It Can't Defend Against Iran. consortiumnews.com Benjamin Netanyahu called Donald Trump to urge him to hold off on bombing Iran because, reports say, Israel feels vulnerable to Iran's counterattack, writes Joe Lauria. By Joe Lauria Special to Consortium News Israel is fearful that its air defense…
(2026-01-17). Owaisi's love for 'Nepo Kids' galore as Malegaon prepares for 2026 Corporation Polls. ummid.com AIMIM President Asaduddin Owaisi's love for a 'notorious family' has become a topic of debate in Malegaon which is preparing for the high stake Municipal Corporation elections after a long gap.
(2026-01-17). Despite end, Israel Police continues to raid Bedouin village Tarabin, residents say. haaretz.com Local residents told Haaretz that officers threw stun grenades and flares and fired tear gas, and even damaged the local mosque. 'We hear explosions, as if it's war,' one resident said. 'I don't understand what they want from us. I don't know who to turn to anymore'…
(2026-01-17). Human Evolution: 'Our Ultimate Fate Comes Down to… Three Possibilities'. wattsupwiththat.com Like the cornucopia of different creatures inhabiting Charles Darwin's beloved Galapagos Islands, humans dwelling on different bodies within the solar system could similarly evolve "endless forms most beautiful and most wonderful."
(2026-01-17). Sanjay Raut Criticizes Shinde's Betrayal in Mumbai Civic Elections. devdiscourse.com Shiv Sena (UBT) leader Sanjay Raut launched a scathing criticism of Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde, accusing him of betraying the Marathi community by facilitating the BJP's victory in the Mumbai civic elections. The BJP plans to install its mayor with support from the Shiv Sena in the newly-formed alliance.
(2026-01-17). Mane eyes second AFCON title. tribune.com.pk 
Sadio Mane will cement his status as one of the all-time great African players if he can lead Senegal to victory against hosts Morocco in Sunday's Cup of Nations final — a game he has said will be his farewell to the tournament. | Former Liverpool star Mane turns 34 in April and has played over 120 times for his country going back to a debut against Morocco shortly after his 20th birthday in 2012. | The high point of his international career came in February 2022, when he starred as the Lions of Teranga beat Egypt on penalties in the Cup of Nations final in Yaounde. | Having missed a penalty during normal…
(2026-01-17). Living through Victoria's new climate reality. independentaustralia.net 
(2026-01-17). Asteroid 2005 UK1 to fly within 0.08 AU of Earth Today. ummid.com Asteroid 2005 UK1, nicknamed nickname planet killer because of its huge size, will fly within 0.08 astronomical units AU, or sun-Earth distances) of Earth today i.e. Monday January 12, 2026.
(2026-01-17). Comprehensive security plan finalised for basant in Lahore. tribune.com.pk 
Lahore authorities have finalised a comprehensive security plan for Basant 2026, dividing the city into Red, Yellow and Green zones to manage risks associated with kite flying. | The detailed police report has been submitted to the Lahore High Court (LHC) in compliance with court orders. | The report was filed in response to a petition by Advocate Azhar Siddique, who has challenged the Punjab Kite Flying Act and the government notification allowing kite flying. | Following the LHC's directions, police informed the court that the Basant security strategy has been prepared after analysing 10 years of data to ide…
(2026-01-17). Trump's Greenland obsession forces Macron to send troops as Putin sends a cryptic message. hindustantimes.com Europe is closing ranks against Donald Trump's push to acquire Greenland, as Arctic tensions spill into the NATO arena. With talks deadlocked, Denmark and its European partners have launched "Operation Arctic Endurance," moving troops into Greenland to signal unity and deterrence. As Macron reinforces Europe's security posture and Russia voices alarm, the Greenland standoff is fast becoming a test of NATO cohesion and transatlantic ties.
(2026-01-17). 2022 flood pledges largely soft loans, Senate told. tribune.com.pk 
Minister for Parliamentary Affairs Dr Tariq Fazal Chaudhry on Friday informed the Senate that more than 80 per cent of international pledges made during the 2022 floods were in the form of soft loans rather than grants. | Replying to questions during the Question Hour, the minister said Pakistan ultimately received less than 50 per cent of the total pledged amount, with most commitments tied to conditions and staggered disbursement frameworks. | The government under the direction of Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif decided that the losses caused by the recent natural disasters would be covered domestically, he sa…
(2026-01-17). Israeli military helicopter crashes in the West Bank. albawaba.com ALBAWABA – Several local and regional news sources say that an Israeli military helicopter crashed on Friday near the town of Kisan, which is east of Bethlehem in the occupied West Bank.It was confirmed by the Israeli army that the plane crashed while being moved after a technical problem earlier this week in the Gush Etzion/Etzion Brigade area. According to a statement from the army, the chopper broke away from the other plane that was lifting it, which made it fall to the ground.A military spokesperson stated that no injuries have been reported yet and that the commander of the Israeli Air Force has asked for a…
(2026-01-17). Yemen STC chief defiant in first comments since disappearance. newarab.com 
Aidarous Al-Zubaidi's UAE-backed Southern Transitional Council forces in December captured two Yemeni provinces in an offensive that was rolled back by Saudi strikes and Riyadh's allied forces on the…
(2026-01-17). Inside the Somali-Led Resistance to Trump's Assault on Minneapolis. theintercept.com 
Kamal Yusuf doesn't speak English. That hasn't stopped him from getting involved as U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement agents flood his immigrant-heavy Minneapolis neighborhood. | For the last two weeks, he has been on the streets actively looking out for any ICE presence. | From 8 a.m. to 6 p.m., Yusuf travels through the Cedar Riverside neighborhood, popularly known as West Bank, on foot in biting cold and on slippery ice. The instant he spots ICE agents, he immediately informs a Signal chat and whistles for several minutes without pause. | Yusuf, with his neon orange vest and black beanie that says "F…
(2026-01-17). Clever Raccoon Brains Can Clarify Human Intelligence, Too. portside.org Clever Raccoon Brains Can Clarify Human Intelligence, Too |
(2026-01-17). Update on Australian NetZero efforts. wattsupwiththat.com There has been little decarbonisation since 2020. Aging, increasingly unreliable coal fired power stations are still the backbone of the electricity supply. The price of energy is inexorably rising. Australian governments, both State or Federal, are subsidising domestic solar and batteries, subsidising grid wind and solar generation, subsidising fossil fuel plant to stay generating to do what the unreliable wind and solar can't, and subsidising consumers as power is too expensive. When will it all end in tears?>
(2026-01-17). Thank you, David Webb, you made Hong Kong a better place. scmp.com Like many long-time reporters in Hong Kong, I had occasional dealings with David Webb, the market transparency and shareholder rights crusader who died this week of prostate cancer at the relatively young age of 60. Almost all of my encounters with him over the years were annoying and slightly unpleasant. But they made me respect him all the more. | He once chastised me for misstating a relatively obscure Nasa space mission in the 1960s and demanded a print correction. I thought, who cares? But I…
(2026-01-17). Former Cricket Star Damien Martyn Triumphs Over Meningitis. devdiscourse.com Former Australian cricketer Damien Martyn has made a significant recovery from a severe meningitis attack that left him in a coma last December. The 54-year-old shared his experience of survival, highlighting the fragility and preciousness of life after narrowly escaping death.
(2026-01-17). Russia to stop US strike on Iran? Putin's secret calls with Netanyahu & Pezeshkian raise big doubts. hindustantimes.com As fears of an Iran—Israel conflict intensify and Washington hesitates, Vladimir Putin has stepped in with a surprise diplomatic push. The Russian president has spoken to both Benjamin Netanyahu and Iran's President Masoud Pezeshkian, offering mediation to de-escalate tensions and position Moscow as a key power broker in the Middle East. With Israel rattled by Iranian threats and the U.S. weighing its next move, Russia's intervention is reshaping the regional equation.
(2026-01-17). UN: Jan. 16] US Board of Peace Members, Big Job Opening Lots More. passblue.com 
(2026-01-17). Museveni: The Economist-in-Chief and Uganda's Long Growth Bet. independent.co.ug Kampala, Uganda | URN | As President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni seeks a seventh term in office, his case to Ugandans is increasingly framed not in ideology or liberation history, but in economics. Growth figures, infrastructure investment, financial stability, and a long-term vision for structural transformation now sit at the centre of his re-election argument. "At …
(2026-01-17). Carrick off to perfect start as United beat City 2-0 in Manchester derby. aljazeera.com United kick off interim manager ‚Michael Carrick's ‚second stint in charge with an impressive 2-0 derby victory.
(2026-01-17). South Sudan Needs Decisive African Union Action. hrw.org Click to expand Image | Internally displaced people fetch water inside a camp in the outskirts of Juba, South Sudan, February 13, 2025. | © 2025 Brian Inganga/AP Photo | The African Union (AU) Peace and Security Council should use its January 19 ambassadorial-level meeting to address the urgent protection needs and escalating abuses in South Sudan. The meeting follows a visit by the AU High-Level Ad Hoc Committee on South Sudan, during which they assessed the 2018 peace agreement's implementation, which has been undermined by, amongst others, President Salva Kiir's party's unilateral amendments. Over the…
(2026-01-17). Musk's xAI sued over Grok deepfakes — this time, by mother of his child. scmp.com The mother of one of Elon Musk's children is suing his AI company, saying its Grok chatbot allowed users to generate sexually exploitative deepfake images of her that have caused her humiliation and emotional distress. | Ashley St Clair, 27, who describes herself as a writer and political strategist, alleged in a lawsuit filed on Thursday in New York City against xAI that the images have included a photo of her fully dressed at age 14 that was altered to show her in a bikini, and others showing…
(2026-01-17). US Withdraws from UN Agencies, India Can Step in. ummid.com Guided by the Indian ethos of Vasudhaiva Kutumbakam ("One Earth, One Family, One Future"), India can amplify Southern priorities with inclusivity and balance.
(2026-01-17). The Democratic Base Is Social Democratic. portside.org The Democratic Base Is Social Democratic |
(2026-01-17). ICE fishing: Inside the organized resistance to occupation. workers.org 
Minneapolis Steam billows from atop a coffee mug sustained by cold hands in the frigid passenger's seat of a hatchback that has weathered many journeys. Nearby on a busy street in south Minneapolis, locals amble about, carrying out their daily sojourns. For now, it is quiet; a waiting game from . . . |
(2026-01-17). Speaker draws red lines for opposition. tribune.com.pk 
National Assembly Speaker Sardar Ayaz Sadiq on Friday made it clear that responsible criticism of the government would be welcomed in the house, but no member would be allowed to cross clearly-defined constitutional and institutional boundaries. | Talking to opposition leaders during a meeting for the issuance of the leader of the opposition's appointment notification, the speaker said the use of abusive or 'below the belt' language would not be tolerated under any circumstances in parliamentary proceedings. | He outlined three non-negotiable red lines, stating that no criticism would be permitted against Paki…
(2026-01-17). Green Bay, January 20, 2026: Stop ICE! Money for People's Needs! wibailoutpeople.org 
(2026-01-17). Nine killed, 36 injured as passenger coach overturns on Makran Coastal Highway. tribune.com.pk 
At least nine people were killed and 36 others injured when a passenger coach overturned on the Makran Coastal Highway near Gwadar in Balochistan, police said on Saturday. | The accident occurred near the Hudd Goth area of Ormara when a Karachi-bound coach travelling to Jiwani lost control and overturned due to overspeeding, according to Coastal Highway police. The vehicle belonged to a private transport company, Al Usman. | SP Aslam Bangulzai stated that preliminary investigations suggested overspeeding as the primary cause of the crash, adding that the driver lost control of the vehicle. | Rescue teams rushe…
(2026-01-17). Regragui: Diaz could be 'the key' for Morocco in AFCON final. newarab.com 
Morocco coach Mor…
(2026-01-17). Spain and Portugal: Unveiling the Soul of Southern Europe. thecanary.co 
There are parts of the world where life seems to move with a different kind of intention. Spain and Portugal belong to that category — places where mornings begin slowly, where evenings spill into the streets, and where the past sits comfortably beside the present. Travelling through these countries isn't just about admiring scenery; it's […] | By
(2026-01-17). Pakistan rebuffs India's 'integral part' claim on Kashmir. tribune.com.pk 
Pakistan has brushed aside India's untenable claim that Jammu and Kashmir was its "integral and inalienable part", saying that the UN resolutions recognized the Himalayan state as a disputed territory. | "Jammu and Kashmir is not 'an integral part' of India, nor has it ever been so under international law," Pakistani delegate Asif Khan told the UN General Assembly on Thursday. | He was responding to Indian delegate Eldos Punoose who protested a pointed reference to the unresolved Kashmir dispute made by Pakistan's Ambassador Asim Iftikhar Ahmad while commenting on the Secretary-General Antonio Guterres' priori…
(2026-01-17). Sudan: A truce of separation. aljazeera.com The proposed humanitarian ceasefire in Sudan aims to undermine the unity of the country.
(2026-01-17). Leaked Security Memo: "De-Escalation Is Key" portside.org Leaked Security Memo: "De-Escalation Is Key" |
(2026-01-17). Expert: Trump rejects international law, relies on personal morality. eng.belta.by At the beginning of the year, U.S. President Donald Trump removed all the safety locks, Ukrainian military expert Yuri Dudkin said in a new episode of the V Teme [On Point] project.
(2026-01-17). SCO calls for diplomatic settlement of situation in Iran. eng.belta.by The Shanghai Cooperation Organization issued a statement on the situation in the Islamic Republic of Iran.
(2026-01-17). US Forces Withdrawal Completes from Western Iraq. devdiscourse.com US forces have fully withdrawn from an air base in western Iraq, a move in line with an agreement made between Washington and Baghdad in 2024, Iraqi officials confirmed Saturday. This step marks a significant moment in the winding down of the US-led coalition fighting Islamic State forces in Iraq by September 2025.
(2026-01-17). Starmer urged to sack 'disloyal' Streeting. thecanary.co 
Until a few days ago, the most obvious 'secret' in British politics was that Robert Jenrick was angling to join Reform. Now that Jenrick has joined Reform, the most blatant truth is that Wes Streeting aims to replace Keir Starmer as PM. It's so obvious that Starmer's team are now screaming 'this is obvious!' at […] | By
(2026-01-17). Public utilities mobilize, citizens unite: How Belarus responded to Ulli snowstorm. eng.belta.by Belarus' Housing and Public Utilities Minister Gennady Trubilo shared how prepared Belarusian public utilities and residents were and how they responded to the Ulli cyclone on the air of the ONT TV channel.
(2026-01-17). Madison, WI: Diverse Crowd Protests UW 'Pausing' of Gender Affirming Healthcare for Trans Youth. wibailoutpeople.org 
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(2026-01-17). Minneapolis mayor says reported DOJ probe 'intimidation' amid ICE raids. aljazeera.com Reports of Trump administration investigating top Democrats in Minnesota as violent ICE crackdown continues.
(2026-01-17). Senegal hope Morocco final will not be Mane's AFCON farewell. aljazeera.com Former Liverpool forward Sadio Mane announced after the semifinal that he would not appear at another AFCON for Senegal.
(2026-01-17). While Ford Kentucky Truck UAW officials pad their salaries, conditions at plant worsen. wsws.org Major financial irregularities at UAW Local 862 in Louisville take place as rank-and-file anger continues to simmer over deteriorating conditions, inckuding safety issues and management harassment.
(2026-01-17). 7 dead in suspected extortion-linked mass shooting near Cape Town. ptcnews.tv PTC Web Desk: At least seven persons were shot dead in a township on the outskirts of Cape Town in the early hours of Saturday, in what South African police believe may be an extortion-related attack.According to a police statement, the shooting took place shortly after midnight in Marikana, leaving six men and one woman, aged between 30 and 50, dead at the scene. Three others sustained gunshot wounds and were rushed to hospital for treatment.The police said the attackers fled immediately after the incident, and no arrests have been made so far. A manhunt has been launched, and investigations are continuing to t…
(2026-01-17). Zoe Saldaña Breaks Her Silence on Becoming the Highest-Grossing Actress of All Time…and Here's How She Did It. theroot.com 
Zoe Saldaña is now the most successful actor of all time. And now she's finally responding to her new milestone!
(2026-01-17). US air authority warns of 'military activities' over Mexico, South America. aljazeera.com Warnings come as Mexico's Sheinbaum says 'compelling results' in tackling drug cartels, following Trump strike threats.
(2026-01-17). The India I knew and The India I am living in. ummid.com Born and brought up in a typical Hindu home, where never was heard a word of hatred against other faiths; I am not able to relate to the present-day philosophy and practice of Hindutva.
(2026-01-17). Monday 1/19: 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…
(2026-01-17). 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.
(2026-01-17). Friday Nite Videos | January 16, 2026. portside.org Friday Nite Videos | January 16, 2026 |
(2026-01-17). Myanmar military-backed party leads after second round of election voting. aljazeera.com Critics, including human rights and opposition groups, say election is neither free nor fair.
(2026-01-17). On Greenland, Trump wants to be like Polk. responsiblestatecraft.org Any hopes that Wednesday's meeting of Greenland and Denmark's foreign ministers with Vice President Vance and Secretary Rubio might point toward an end of the Trump administration's attempts to annex the semiautonomous arctic territory were swiftly disappointed. "Fundamental disagreement" remains, according to Danish Foreign Minister Lars Lokke Rasmussen. That these talks would yield no hint of a resolution should not be surprising. Much of Trump's stated rationale for seeking ownership of Greenland — the need for an increased U.S. military presence, the ability to access the island's critical mineral d…
(2026-01-17). Floods kill more than 100 across southern Africa as rains intensify. aljazeera.com Torrential rains have devastated communities from Mozambique to South Africa, displacing hundreds of thousands.
(2026-01-17). 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.
(2026-01-17). South American bloc, EU to sign long-awaited FTA amid Trump's tariffs. scmp.com The South American trade bloc Mercosur and the European Union will sign on Saturday a deal 25 years in the making to create one of the world's largest free trade areas at a time of growing protectionism and volatility. | The long-awaited agreement comes amid the sweeping use of tariffs and trade threats by US President Donald Trump's administration, which has sent countries scrambling for new partnerships.
(2026-01-17). Este domingo en Cuadrando la Caja, "Cuba bajo asedio: anatomía de una guerra económica" cubadebate.cu Este domingo, en el programa Cuadrando la Caja, reconocidos expertos y académicos analizarán diversos aspectos de la guerra económica a la que ha estado sometida Cuba durante más de sesenta años. øCuáles son sus mecanismos? øQué medidas implementó la administración Trump para asfixiar la economía del país?
(2026-01-17). Barcelona Enjoys a Good Run, Real Madrid Expects Boos at the Bernabéu. radiohc.cu Havana, January 16 (RHC) — Barcelona overcame Racing Santander's resistance and advanced in the Copa del Rey, while Real Madrid prepares to receive boos at their home of the Santiago Bernabéu. | Although today's news should focus on Baràßa's strong performance, which secured a 2-0 victory over Santander with goals from Ferran Torres and Lamine Yamal, Real Madrid's troubles are drawing considerable attention. | After the so-called "Albacetazo," the unexpected 3-2 defeat against a second-division team like Albacete, the players' credibility has been shattered amid months of criticism regarding their lack…
(2026-01-17). 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.
(2026-01-17). L'Italia e il drone che non c'è. strategic-culture.su La storia dei droni russi che sorvolavano l'Italia è stata smascherata per quello che era: una grottesca invenzione. | Segue nostro Non è quasi mai come sembra | Dannazione: era tutto cosਠben orchestrato da sembrare autentico. E invece no. La storia dei droni russi che avrebbero sorvolato l'Italia — e in particolare il Joint Research Centre (JRC) di Ispra — si è rivelata per quello che era: una costruzione grottesca, pr…
(2026-01-17). L'Italia e il drone che non c'è. strategic-culture.su La storia dei droni russi che sorvolavano l'Italia è stata smascherata per quello che era: una grottesca invenzione. | Segue nostro Non è quasi mai come sembra | Dannazione: era tutto cosਠben orchestrato da sembrare autentico. E invece no. La storia dei droni russi che avrebbero sorvolato l'Italia — e in particolare il Joint Research Centre (JRC) di Ispra — si è rivelata per quello che era: una costruzione grottesca, pr…