(2026-01-19). 'Most consequential board ever': US invites India to join Trump's 'Board of Peace' for Gaza. ptcnews.tv PTC News Desk: The United States has invited India to join the newly announced Gaza Board of Peace, a body unveiled by President Donald Trump as the second phase of his initiative to end the conflict | 'Most consequential board ever': US invites India to join Trump's 'Board of Peace' for Gaza…
(2026-01-19). 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)…
(2026-01-19). Pakistan invited to join Gaza Board of Peace. tribune.com.pk 
Pakistan has been invited to join the newly-announced US-led Gaza Board of Peace (BoP), a powerful international body tasked with overseeing Gaza's post-war transition, reconstruction and security restructuring, the Foreign Office confirmed on Sunday. | Foreign Office spokesperson Tahir Andrabi said US President Donald Trump had formally invited Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif to become part of the proposed BoP, underlining Islamabad's continued engagement with international efforts aimed at achieving peace and stability in Gaza. | "Pakistan will remain engaged with international efforts for peace and security i…
(2026-01-19). Trump's Board of Peace for Gaza is Distraction, not Solution. ummid.com Gaza does not suffer from a deficit of ideas, administrators, or plans. It suffers from occupation, siege, apartheid, and genocide.
(2026-01-19). India invited to join Trump's Gaza 'Board of Peace'. tribune.com.pk 
US President Donald Trump has invited India to join his proposed "Board of Peace" initiative aimed at resolving global conflicts, with an initial focus on Gaza, according to a White House statement shared on X by Washington's ambassador to New Delhi, Sergio Gor. | It remains unclear whether India will accept the invitation. The Indian foreign ministry did not immediately respond to a request for comment. | The invitation comes at a time when ties between New Delhi and Washington are under strain following the failure to secure a trade agreement that would reduce tariffs on Indian exports to the United States,…
(2026-01-19). Trump heads into Davos storm, with an eye on home. tribune.com.pk 
Donald Trump returns to the Davos ski resort next week after unleashing yet another avalanche on the global order. But for the US president, his main audience is back home. | Trump's first appearance in six years at the gathering of the world's political and global elite comes amid a spiraling crisis over his quest to acquire Greenland. | Fellow leaders at the mountain retreat will also be eager to talk about other shocks from his first year back in power, from tariffs to Venezuela, Ukraine, Gaza and Iran. | Yet for the Republican president, his keynote speech among the Swiss peaks will largely be aimed at the…
(2026-01-19). Gazans Who Ended Up in South Africa Still Await Their Fate. passblue.com 
STRUISBAAI, South Africa — Two years ago, Abdul Haddad* spent the Christmas season living in a tent on a beach in Gaza amid the horrendous conditions of the Israeli onslaught on the Palestinian territory. Like hundreds of thousands of other people there, he had lost his home in the war that Israel launched in response …
(2026-01-19). Radlibs in the Big Prison: On Workshops4Gaza. indybay.org Social media platforms are not safe spaces where you can assume others are telling the truth, any more than offline spaces are. There should be further & deeper consideration of how the centuries-old cultures dominating the human world at present continue to reproduce themselves among their professed critics & opponents.
(2026-01-19). Trump's Gaza Board and the Return of Colonialism. juancole.com by (
(2026-01-19). Gaza: 17-year-old Palestinian teenager Hussein Abu Sabla was killed by Israeli occupation army gunfire near the Al-Tahliya area, east of Khan Younis. english.almanar.com.lb
(2026-01-19). Gaza: "Palestinians are wondering how they will get through the winter" icrc.org
(2026-01-19). Candid imperialism: Trump, racketeering and Venezuelan oil. onlineopinion.com.au From Monroe Doctrine to open plunder: Venezuela becomes prime real estate for US oil.
(2026-01-19). Canada, according Trump the US' "51st state" , enters strategic partnership with China. unitedworldint.com Context, Content, and Global Repercussions The Monroe-Donroe Doctrine has a difficult start. It's true that, hijacking Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro, threatening the states of Colombia and Mexico, US President Donald Trump presented a naked, violent and decided stance of US imperialism. His recent National Security Strategy claimed to "restore American preeminence" in the Western hemisphere. …
(2026-01-19). Presidenta encargada de Venezuela: Fondos soberanos se destinarán al bienestar del pueblo. cubadebate.cu La presidenta encargada reiteró que los dos fondos soberanos, con ingresos de la venta de petróleo, se proponen fortalecer la protección social y la infraestructura nacional y serán destinados al pueblo venezolano "para equilibrar socialmente las desigualdades".
(2026-01-19). Why Global Miners EV Giants Are Suddenly Obsessed with Pakistan. thinktank.pk As the world races toward net-zero by 2050, demand for critical minerals like copper, gold, lithium, cobalt, and rare earth elements (REEs) is exploding—projected to surge 2-3x by 2040 for EVs, batteries, AI, and renewables. Enter Pakistan: sitting on an estimated $6 trillion in untapped reserves along the mineral-rich Tethyan Belt, including the colossal Reko …
(2026-01-19). Maharashtra TET Nov 2025 Result Declared: Where and How to Check. ummid.com MAHA TET November 2025 Result: The Maharashtra Rajya Parkisha Parishad, Commissioner Maharashtra State Council of Examination, has released on the official website of Maharashtra Teacher Eligibility Test, mahatet.in, the result and score card of the candidates who appeared for the MAHA TET 2025.
(2026-01-19). Far-Right Provocateur Jake Lang Chased Out of Minneapolis During Hate Rally. unicornriot.ninja 
(2026-01-19). GATE 2026 Admit Card Released: Steps, Link to Download. ummid.com IIT Guwahati has released the Admit Card (Hall Ticket) of the candidates who have registered for Graduate Aptitude Test in Engineering 2026 (GATE 2026) on its official website gate2026.iitg.ac.in.
(2026-01-19). Shark mauls teenage boy in Sydney Harbour. tribune.com.pk 
(2026-01-19). From Uganda to Cameroon, how Africa's 'leaders for life' stay in power. aljazeera.com Yoweri Museveni, Paul Biya, and other leaders use tactics including elections to cement their long rule, experts say.
(2026-01-19). Fr Onen concedes defeat to Mao in Laroo-Pece Division Parliamentary race. independent.co.ug 
Gulu, Uganda | URN | Incumbent Laroo-Pece Division legislator, Fr Charles Onen, has conceded defeat to the Minister of Justice and Constitutional Affairs, Norbert Mao, in the just-concluded parliamentary elections. Mao, who is the Democratic Party President General, was announced the winner of the hotly contested Laroo-Pece Division parliamentary race in Gulu City by the …
(2026-01-19). Uncontrolled wildfires kill 19 in Chile. albawaba.com ALBAWABA – Massive wildfires hit different areas in southern Chile, killing at least 19 people, Chilean authorities said on Sunday.In addition, local media reported that 50,000 residents have been displaced as wildfires are still uncontrolled for the second day in a row. The fires are expanding in the Nuble and Biobio regions, about 500 kilometers south of Santiago.Experts said that the wildfires are expanding fast due to the strong winds and hot weather.Several videos and photos were posted on social media showing flames erupting throughout the country, and some displayed burned homes, trucks and cars.&u…
(2026-01-19). Southeast Asia Continues Hurtling Down the Net Zero Suicide Track. wattsupwiththat.com Net Zero by 2050 may exist in models. It is not tenable in the real world. And policy built on that confusion risks condemning Southeast Asia to slower growth, higher costs and diminished prospects — all in service of a creed whose high priests are already losing the faith.
(2026-01-19). Why export revival hinges on digital trade. tribune.com.pk 
Pakistan is one of the least open economies in the world. Its lack of participation in international trading activities has resulted in volatility and economic instability, keeping the economy hostage to regular balance-of-payments crises and mounting debt-related challenges. | Exports of goods from Pakistan have consistently remained below 11% of GDP. This lack of exports stifles the inflow of much-needed dollars, creating pressure on foreign exchange reserves. Furthermore, policies involving exchange rate management and restrictions on the flow of dollars impede the ability of businesses to participate in in…
(2026-01-19). China's satellite data shows iceberg A23a in final stage of disintegration. ecns.cn China's Fengyun-3D satellite has found that the world's formerly largest iceberg, A23a, is entering the final stages of its disintegration, according to the China Meteorological Administration.
(2026-01-19). The Disconnected Present: Neoliberal Fascism and the Politics of Erasure. counterpunch.org 
In this political climate, outrage is incessantly manufactured and then swiftly displaced, replaced by the next shock before the public can assemble the fragments into a coherent political picture. Each incident appears as an isolated rupture rather than as part of an unfolding structure of power, severed from the conditions that produce it and from the larger architecture of domination it sustains. This fragmentation is not accidental. It is a calculated strategy to drain meaning from public life, exhaust critical attention, and foreclose any sustained democratic reckoning or resistance. In the age of escalating…
(2026-01-19). EAC Observers Criticize Parties Over " Too Many" Independent Candidates. plusnews.ug 
The East African Community (EAC) Election Observation Mission has highlighted internal conflicts and organizational weaknesses within Uganda's political parties, warning that these issues are contributing to a growing number of independent candidates in the 2026 elections. While the mission praised the overall peaceful conduct of the polls, it noted that party infighting, candidate disputes, and …
(2026-01-19). Greenland on the Chessboard of U.S. Imperialism. counterpunch.org 
On 14 January, a few hours before the historic meeting in Washington between representatives from Greenland and Denmark and their U.S. counterparts, J. D. Vance and Marco Rubio, Denmark and several of its NATO allies reinforced their military presence in Greenland and announced that more reinforcements would follow. Some interpreted this move as pressure on
(2026-01-19). Pitching power: Unpacking the T20 Cricket World Cup crisis between Bangladesh and India. globalvoices.org 
(2026-01-19). Why Diplomacy Must Prevail on Iran. thinktank.pk In a world already strained by mounting geopolitical tensions, the specter of a direct military clash involving Iran, the United States, and Israel looms as perhaps the most consequential crisis of our time. What began as a cycle of hostile rhetoric, proxy confrontations, and strategic brinkmanship threatens to spill over into open warfare with devastating …
(2026-01-19). Tuesday 1/20: Aptos: Free America Walkout. indybay.org State Park Drive, Aptos…
(2026-01-19). China-Central Asia goods trade tops $100 bln for first time. ecns.cn Goods trade between China and Central Asian countries reached $106.3 billion in 2025, up 12% year on year, the Ministry of Commerce (MOC) said on Sunday.
(2026-01-19). Saudi Pro League: Al-Nassr returns to winning ways finally. ummid.com Saudi Pro League 25/26: Cristiano Ronaldo led Al-Nassr Football Club Saturday defeated Al-Shabab 3-2 to earn the much needed 3 points to remain prominently placed in the Saudi Pro League (SPL) table.
(2026-01-19). Beyond Blood and Borders | Testimony of history: Japanese 'war orphan' expresses gratitude to Chinese foster parents. ecns.cn Their stories begin with Japan's aggressive expansion. In the 1930s and 1940s, alongside the Japanese Imperial Army that invaded and oppressed the Chinese people, hundreds of thousands of Japanese people were dispatched to China as part of colonial settler groups, known as "Kaitakudan," to seize farmland. When Japan surrendered in 1945, chaos ensued, leaving thousands of Japanese children stranded."ÄÄ…
(2026-01-19). 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.
(2026-01-19). Chile declares 'state of catastrophe' as wildfires kill at least 18. aljazeera.com The wildfires force 50,000 people to flee, as President Gabriel Boric declares emergency.
(2026-01-19). AIMIM to emerge as single largest party in Malegaon Corporation 2026: Exit Polls. ummid.com Asaduddin Owaisi's All India Majlis e Ittehadul Muslimeen (AIMIM) is set to emerge as the single largest party in Malegaon where polling for the corporation election (MMC) was held today.
(2026-01-19). Verbal threats, insults may face jail under China's revised law. ecns.cn Verbal threats, insults, and online harassment may constitute legal violations under Chinese law, with offenders facing fines, detention, or even imprisonment of up to three years, according to the 2026 edition of China's Public Security Administration Punishments Law.
(2026-01-19). Municipal Elections, Union Budget and Future of Pune Real Estate. ummid.com The city you live in five years from now will depend on what happens when you vote, and what the budget gives us next month. Both count.
(2026-01-19). 2026 Hong Kong marathon, China pursues self-reliance: 5 weekend reads you missed. scmp.com We have put together stories from our coverage last weekend to help you stay informed about news across Asia and beyond. If you would like to see more of our reporting, please consider subscribing. | 1. Japan urged to 'correct historical errors', return Tang dynasty stele to China | 2. Melaku Belachew, Shitaye Eshete claim Hong Kong Marathon crowns – as it happened | 3. Trump shrugs off concerns over Canada-China EV deal, calls it a 'good thing'
(2026-01-19). Achakzai appointment signals wider deal to ease parliamentary paralysis. tribune.com.pk 
After months of drift, when the National Assembly last Friday finally reclaimed a formal opposition voice with the notification of Mahmood Khan Achakzai as Leader of the Opposition, the move ended a stalemate that had paralysed the lower house for over five months. | However, the development also immediately reframed the political conversation: was this merely procedural closure, or the first signal of a broader recalibration aimed at pulling opposition politics back from the streets and into Parliament? | Achakzai's appointment — made on the nomination of incarcerated Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) foun…
(2026-01-19). Spain tragedy: 21 killed, over 100 injured as high-speed train derails, rams into another train. ptcnews.tv PTC News Desk: At least 21 people lost their lives and about 100 others were injured when a high-speed train derailed and crashed into an oncoming service near the town of Adamuz in southern Spain on | Spain tragedy: 21 killed, over 100 injured as high-speed train derails, rams into another train…
(2026-01-19). The trailer is over in Syria, and the film has now begun! unitedworldint.com Posted by by United World International 5 Min Read January 19, 2026 By Adem Kƒ±lƒ±àß, Political Scientist Following recent developments in Syria, all actors are now faced with a reality that goes beyond temporary maneuvers or tactical delays. For the point reached today has clearly demonstrated that the real issue in Syria is neither a …
(2026-01-19). 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.
(2026-01-19). Aftermath of deadly train collision in southern Spain. aljazeera.com Video shows the aftermath of a fatal rail accident in southern Spain, where a high-speed train derailed.
(2026-01-19). UN: Advanced weapons push Sudan into 'hell'. tribune.com.pk 
Nearly three years of war have put the Sudanese people through "hell", the UN's rights chief said Sunday, blasting the vast sums spent on advanced weaponry at the expense of humanitarian aid and the recruitment of child soldiers. | Since April 2023, Sudan has been gripped by a conflict between the army and the paramilitary Rapid Support Forces (RSF) that has left tens of thousands of people dead and around 11 million displaced. | Speaking in Port Sudan during his first wartime visit, UN Human Rights commissioner Volker Turk said the population had endured "horror and hell", calling it "despicable" that funds t…
(2026-01-19). China reports 5% GDP growth in 2025. ecns.cn China's gross domestic product expanded by 5 percent to reach 14.02 trillion yuan in 2025, the National Bureau of Statistics said on Monday.
(2026-01-19). Sanya rises as magnet for Russian tourists. ecns.cn When the winter winds blow in Siberia, residents escape the frigid weather by traveling thousands of kilometers to tropical Hainan, an island province in southern China.
(2026-01-19). Video: Celebrations in Senegal after controversial AFCON final win. aljazeera.com Senegalese fans have been celebrating their team's controversial 1-0 extra-time victory in the AFCON final victory.
(2026-01-19). Trump's EPA places a zero-dollar value on human life and health. wsws.org The EPA moves to gut the evaluation of the cost of health impacts in regulating toxic industrial emissions.
(2026-01-19). Saturday 1/31: 2025 Oscar Winner: No Other Land Screening at Newark Public Library. indybay.org Newark Library | 37055 Newark Blvd | Newark CA…
(2026-01-19). Irish FM says threatened U.S. tariffs 'completely unacceptable'. ecns.cn Ireland's Foreign Minister Helen McEntee said in a statement on Sunday that the announcement made by U.S. President Donald Trump on Greenland, including the decision to impose tariffs on several EU member states, Britain and Norway, is "completely unacceptable and deeply regrettable."
(2026-01-19). 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…
(2026-01-19). Export fall: looking beyond numbers. tribune.com.pk 
Pakistan's export of goods has declined in the first half of FY26 as exports decreased to $15.2 billion, down from $16.6 billion a year earlier. This stagnation has caused concern amongst policymakers as the trade deficit widened from $14.5 billion to $19.2 billion. Government officials have been conducting a series of meetings this week with industrial leaders with the goal of addressing the salient concerns of businessmen and arresting the export decline. | A common rallying cry among business leaders to communicate the dire straits of the matter at hand is to declare an 'export emergency'. Such alarm over w…
(2026-01-19). New York healthcare worker voices solidarity with striking nurses. wsws.org Speaking in support of the week-long strike by 15,000 nurses, a worker at NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital connected the attacks on healthcare workers with the diversion of social resources toward repression and war.
(2026-01-19). Live: Malegaon Corporation Election Result 2026. ummid.com The Maharashtra State Election Commission officials are set to hold counting of votes in Malegaon for the Municipal Corporation (Malegaon Mahanagar Palika) Election today i.e. Friday January 16, 2026.
(2026-01-19). China's Economy: Key Facts and Figures. ecns.cn For years, China's economy has confounded the pessimists. While skeptics have routinely scrutinized every new challenge or external shock as a prelude to inevitable decline, facts on the ground speak for themselves: While not immune to headwinds, the Chinese economy has proved far more resilient than many expected.Latest official data reinforce the assessment. Despite external shocks and domestic challenges, the Chinese economy expanded by 5 percent in 2025, a pace that met the set target and remained robust by global standards.
(2026-01-19). Billionaires have more money and political power than ever, Oxfam says. aljazeera.com Charity says superrich 4,000 times more likely to hold political power than others and own all social media companies.
(2026-01-19). Stephen Miller: Trump Aide, Iron Laws of the World, and Human Rights. counterpunch.org 
President Donald Trump's long-serving aide, Stephen Miller, recently opined: "We live in a world, in the real world … that is governed by strength, that is governed by force, that is governed by power. These are the iron laws of the world." What Miller said is resonant with declarations by tyrants: "Political power grows out
(2026-01-19). Pro-France MPs confront Macron over New Caledonia at future talks. asiapacificreport.nz By Patrick Decloitre, RNZ Pacific correspondent French Pacific desk Talks on New Caledonia's political future have been underway in Paris after French President Emmanuel Macron launched a fresh roundtable on Friday, despite the absence of one of the French territory's largest pro-independence group, the Kanak and Socialist National Liberation Front (FLNKS). During a first meeting…
(2026-01-19). Number of Muslims in Mumbai Corporation 2026 up by 1: Full list. ummid.com The new Mumbai Municipal Corporation (Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation 2026 or BMC 2026) to have 01 more Muslim corporator as compared to the community's tally last time.
(2026-01-19). Iran president says any attack on supreme leader would be declaration of war. geo.tv 
Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian gives a speech during a ceremony to mark the sixth anniversary of the killing of senior Iranian military commander General Qassem Soleimani in a US attack, in Tehran, Iran, January 1, 2026. — ReutersUS President Donald Trump calls for new…
(2026-01-19). SF Unites to Fight The Far Right! indybay.org Jan. 24 SF Counter Protests "Walk for Life-West Coast"
(2026-01-19). Fascist run out of Minneapolis while attempting to lead pro-ICE, anti-immigrant hate rally. wsws.org Jake Lang was pardoned by Trump for his role in the failed coup of January 6, 2021, when he was in the mob which stormed the Capitol.
(2026-01-19). Facts from the coalface confirm poverty is easing. independentaustralia.net 
(2026-01-19). Australia: More than 10,000 health workers to strike in Victoria. wsws.org Workers are opposing ongoing poor working conditions and the Victorian Labor government's efforts to impose further real pay cuts in a new enterprise agreement.
(2026-01-19). Friday 1/23: ICE Out Of MN-Support MN Gen Strike! Shut ICE Down NOW! Join SF Support Rally. indybay.org California State Building | 350 McAllister St. | San Francisco…
(2026-01-19). 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.
(2026-01-19). China's population drops for fourth year as fewer babies born. geo.tv 
(2026-01-19). Noah Baumbach's Jay Kelly: A veteran film star undergoes a crisis. wsws.org Baumbach satirizes the failings of the contemporary movie industry and mocks the self-involvement of prominent performers.
(2026-01-19). Warning strikes for higher wages in Germany's public sector. wsws.org Public sector workers across Germany have staged warning strikes to demand higher wages, but the unions are working to suppress opposition. The strikes must be expanded into a political fight against the government's pro-war policies and austerity measures.
(2026-01-19). Mumbai Corporation 2026: Full List of Winning Candidates. ummid.com The Maharashtra State Election Commission has released the ward wise full list of candidates who have won the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) 2026 elections.
(2026-01-19). Clashes in Colombia between rival rebel groups kill 27 people. aljazeera.com The two groups have been fighting for control of the Guaviare region of the Amazon.
(2026-01-19). UHRC: Uganda's 2026 polls largely peaceful despite tech failures, rights concerns. independent.co.ug 
Kampala, Uganda | URN | The Uganda Human Rights Commission has raised concern over rights violations during the January 15, 2026, general elections, citing an internet shutdown, isolated incidents of violence, and failures in biometric voter verification, even as it said Ugandans were largely able to vote in a peaceful environment. There has been concern that …
(2026-01-19). European leaders slam Trump's tariff threats over Greenland. aljazeera.com European countries targeted by Trump's latest tariffs say they are united on 'upholding our sovereignty'.
(2026-01-19). Crispus Kiyonga back as NRM dominates Kasese and Bundibugyo in parliamentary elections. independent.co.ug 
Kasese, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | The National Resistance Movement (NRM) has won all six parliamentary seats in Kasese District and captured two of three seats in Bundibugyo District, according to results declared by district returning officer Godfrey Mbabazi. In Kasese, NRM claimed Busongora South, Busongora North, Kasese Municipality, Bukonzo East, Bukonzo West, and the district …
(2026-01-19). 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.
(2026-01-19). 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.
(2026-01-19). Renee Good, Viola Liuzzo and the Fragile Ego of Masculinism. counterpunch.org 
There are a few new things in the US — just recycled atrocities that the media fails to recognize as sequels. In the US flash flood of bad dreams, the latest event in the drive-by-whizz of meaningless horror — the cold-blooded public execution of Renee Good — has come and gone. Good now becomes — at
(2026-01-19). Japanese PM Takaichi will dissolve parliament on Friday, call election next month. tribune.com.pk 
Japan's Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi said she will dissolve parliament on Friday and call a national election to seek voter backing for increased spending and a new security strategy expected to accelerate Japan's defence build-up. | The snap vote will decide all 465 seats in parliament's lower house and mark Takaichi's first electoral test since becoming Japan's first female premier in October. | Calling an early election would allow her to capitalise on strong public support to tighten her grip on the ruling Liberal Democratic Party (LDP) and shore up her coalition's fragile majority. | The election will te…
(2026-01-19). Jailed PTI leaders seek early hearings from CJP, LHC CJ in May 9 cases. tribune.com.pk 
Incarcerated Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf leaders on Monday once again approached Chief Justice of Pakistan Yahya Afridi, seeking early fixation of their appeals against convictions in the May 9 cases. | The letter has been sent to CJP as well as the Chief Justice of the Lahore High Court by jailed PTI leaders Dr Yasmin Rashid, Mian Mehmoodur Rasheed, Ijaz Chaudhry and Omer Sarfraz Cheema through their legal team. | PTI Insaf Lawyers Forum Convenor Intizaar Panjutha confirmed that the letter had been dispatched to both chief justices. | He said the first letter was written by Dr Yasmin Rashid to the Chief Justice…
(2026-01-19). Saturday 2/7: A Journey: Social Justice and the Art of Neighboring in Palestine. indybay.org Islamic Center of Livermore | 3820 East Ave, Livermore CA…
(2026-01-19). Wednesday 2/18: Oakland Privacy: Fighting Against the Surveillance State. indybay.org Please email contact@oaklandprivacy.org a few days before the meeting to get up-to-date location information or obtain Zoom meeting access info.
(2026-01-19). Ramadan 2026: List of Imams to lead Taraweeh at Makkah Grand Mosque. ummid.com The Presidency of The Two Holy Mosques today i.e. January 13, 2026 released the list of 7 Imams who will lead the Taraweeh Prayers at the Grand Mosque at Makkah (Masjid al Haram) during the Holy Month of Ramadan 1447H.
(2026-01-19). New secretary information named in AJK. tribune.com.pk 
Senior bureaucrat Muhammad Rashid Hanif has been appointed as secretary information department of the Azad Jammu and Kashmir (AJK) government, according to a notification issued by the Services and General Administration Department (S&GAD) on Sunday. | Hanif began his career in 1999. | A law graduate of Punjab University Lahore, he has served in various key positions including deputy secretary and additional secretary in the S&GAD and finance departments. | He has also held…
(2026-01-19). Shenzhou-20 spacecraft returns safely to Earth. ecns.cn China's Shenzhou-20 spacecraft returned safely to the Dongfeng landing site at 9: 34 a.m. Beijing time on Monday, marking the complete success of the return mission, according to the China Manned Space Agency (CMSA).
(2026-01-19). Fact Check: Plundering of Somnath and other Hindu temples. ummid.com Temple destructions in ancient and medieval India were not primarily a religious phenomenon.
(2026-01-19). Guatemala's president declares 30-day state of emergency after prison riots. aljazeera.com President Bernardo Arevalo issues the order after at least seven police officers killed in riots and hostage-taking.
(2026-01-19). Cooked on pure gold bars: Jeweler serves $450,000 steak. albawaba.com ALBAWABA – A bizarre and unusual video has gone viral on social media, showing a New York City jeweler cooking a steak on three gold bars. The sight astonished viewers and garnered millions of views within hours.In the video, the jeweler explained that gold is one of the fastest conductors of heat, causing it to heat up very quickly. He asserted that cooking a steak on gold takes three times longer than cooking it on cast iron, which explains why the steak is cooked in just a few minutes.The man, who clarified that he is a jeweler, not a chef, emphasized the dangers of gold being near heat sources. He warned agai…
(2026-01-19). Trump threatens 10% tariffs on eight NATO allies over Greenland tensions. ecns.cn U.S. President Donald Trump on Saturday threatened to impose a 10 percent tariff on eight NATO allies, including Denmark, Norway, Sweden, France, Germany, the United Kingdom, the Netherlands and Finland, in response to recent military activity in Greenland.
(2026-01-19). 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.
(2026-01-19). Gul Plaza fire under control after 36 hours; 14 dead as Karachi shopping centre gutted. tribune.com.pk 
Firefighters brought a massive blaze at Gul Plaza on MA Jinnah Road under control after about 36 hours, but officials warned the building is now extremely unstable and could collapse at any time. At least 14 people have died, including a firefighter, while dozens are still missing, authorities said on Monday. | The fire broke out late Saturday night at the multi-storey shopping centre and continued to burn through Sunday, causing parts of the building to collapse. Fire officials said the main fire has been extinguished and cooling operations are under way, but active flames were seen earlier on the ground and…
(2026-01-19). K-P CM vows support for Tirah displaced, questions military operations. tribune.com.pk 
Khyber-Pakhtunkhwa Chief Minister Sohail Afridi on Monday vowed that the provincial government would not abandon families displaced from Tirah due to military operations, saying tribal people had made immense sacrifices for the country. | Addressing a jirga of elders and notables from Khyber district in Peshawar, Afridi said there was an organised mindset that did not want Pashtuns, particularly tribal communities, to become part of the national mainstream. "The mindset that has been formed against us for 75 years does not recognise our existence," he said. | The chief minister said that soon after his electio…
(2026-01-19). Thousands march in US to back Iranian anti-government protesters. newarab.com 
Thousands in the United States staged large demonstrations Sunday denouncing Several thousand people marched in Los Angeles, home to the world's largest Iranian diaspora, while several hundred others gathered in New York, AFP news agency reported. | US protesters could be seen carrying signs condemning a "New Holocaust," a "genocide in the making," and the "terror" of the Iranian government. | "My heart is heavy and…
(2026-01-19). Almost 7 million people threatened by deadly Australian bushfires, according to new climate report. wsws.org As scientists report the danger that climate change poses to millions, the Labor government refuses to abandon its support for fossil fuels.
(2026-01-19). Wednesday 2/4: Christians in Palestine: an In-Person Dialogue with Mother Agapia Stephanopoulos. indybay.org Morgan Hill Community and Cultural Center | 17000 Monterey Rd, Morgan Hill CA 95037…
(2026-01-19). Kayaks Join in Protesting Chevron War Profiteering. indybay.org "Kayaktivists" confront Chevron for profiteering from War, Genocide, and environmental destruction from waters next to Richmond refinery.
(2026-01-19). Blue Monday: The most depressing day of the year, what to know. albawaba.com 
ALBAWABA – If you feel depressed at the beginning of the year, don't worry; experts say it could be just the effect of Blue Monday, which follows Christmas and New Year celebrations and is associated with winter blues.When is Blue Monday?: Blue Monday is the third Monday in January, and it is known as the "most depressing day of the year". Psychologist Cliff Arnall named Blue Monday in a 2004 campaign for a travel company in the U.K., called Sky Travel, to encourage winter bookings.Though it's a widely debunked myth with no scientific basis, often used to promote holiday bookings amidst winter bl…
(2026-01-19). NRM Celebrates Winning Kasese Woman MP Seat, A Position That Eluded the Party Since Return of Multi-Party Politics. plusnews.ug 
The National Resistance Movement (NRM) party is celebrating a significant milestone after winning six parliamentary seats for the first time in Kasese District. The victory is especially notable in the Woman Member of Parliament race, a result that has been widely celebrated by NRM supporters. Since 2005, the Kasese District Woman MP seat has largely …
(2026-01-19). 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.
(2026-01-19). US Pentagon orders troops to prepare for potential Minnesota deployment. aljazeera.com Arctic specialist troops would join 3,000 federal immigration agents patrolling Minneapolis and St Paul amid protests.
(2026-01-19). Why It's Essential to Scrap the Cap. counterpunch.org 
Al Polk landed a job at a cutting-tool plant in his early 20s and then promptly started paying Social Security taxes—every week, 12 months a year, without a break, for decades. Polk realized that collective responsibility for Social Security ensured a dignified retirement for all, and he took pride in holding up his end of
(2026-01-19). Fusion energy drive entering a decisive phase. ecns.cn China's drive to develop controllable nuclear fusion is nearing a historic turning point, with related procurements totaling 10 billion yuan ($1.37 billion) set to be completed this year and early demonstrations of fusion-generated electricity likely to be seen around 2030, industry experts and company executives said on Sunday.
(2026-01-19). 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.
(2026-01-19). Why this time is different for Iran. independent.co.ug 
COMMENT | VALI NASR | Iranians have taken to the streets to protest the collapse of the country's currency and surging inflation, with many calling for an end to the Islamic Republic. Yet the government's response has differed from earlier waves of unrest. Whereas Iran's rulers were quick to suppress the 2009 Green Movement and …
(2026-01-19). Surging billionaire wealth a political threat, Oxfam warns. newarab.com 
The collective wealth of
(2026-01-19). Iran's president warns strikes on Khamenei would lead to 'all-out war'. ecns.cn This handout photograph provided by the office of Iran's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei shows him addressing a meeting with the people in Tehran on Jan 17, 2026.
(2026-01-19). Live: Dhule Corporation Election Result 2026. ummid.com The Maharashtra State Election Commission officials are set to hold counting of votes in Dhule for the Municipal Corporation (Dhule Mahanagar Palika) Election today i.e. Friday January 16, 2026.
(2026-01-19). Senegal stun hosts Morocco to win AFCON title. newarab.com 
Senegal stunned Morocco in Sunday's Brahim Diaz could have won the trophy for Morocco when he stepped up to take the spot-kick in the 24th added minute of added time at the end of the initial 90 minutes as ugly scenes broke out in the crowd and press box. | But Senegal goal…
(2026-01-19). JEE Main 2026: No exam for West Bengal students on January 23. ummid.com The National Testing Agency (NTA) has said the students of West Bengal appearing in JEE Main 2026 on January 23, 2026 will be allotted different slots.
(2026-01-19). UGC NET December 2025 Answer Key: Important Notice to Read. ummid.com The National Testing Agency (NTA), while releasing the UGC NET December 2025 Answer Key (Provisional), has also issued important notification with regard to raise objections.
(2026-01-19). 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)…
(2026-01-19). New Zealand "ManageMyHealth" hack exposes thousands of patients' medical records. wsws.org The huge data breach highlights how intimate medical information is placed at the mercy of private corporations whose only concern is profit.
(2026-01-19). Islamabad police arrest 16-member gang smuggling stolen phones to Afghanistan. tribune.com.pk 
The Islamabad Police's Robbery and Dacoity Unit (RDU) has arrested 16 members of an organised criminal gang involved in snatching high-end mobile phones, altering their IMEI numbers and selling them in Afghanistan, police said on Monday. | The arrested suspects include the gang's ringleader. | Police said dozens of snatched mobile phones worth millions of rupees, along with motorcycles, were recovered during the operation. | SSP Operations Qazi Ali Raza said two motorcycles and five pistols along with ammunition, allegedly used in the crimes, were also seized from the suspects. He added that the accused were w…
(2026-01-19). A Triple Entente? Türkiye interested in joining Saudi-Pakistan Nuclear Security Pact. juancole.com Ann Arbor (Informed Comment) —
(2026-01-19). Socialist to face far-right candidate for Portugal's presidency. newarab.com 
Portugal's socialist candidate won the first round of the presidential election and will face With votes from 95 percent of constituencies counted, Socialist Antonio Jose Seguro was leading with 30.6 percent of the vote, while far-right contender Andre Ventura came in second with 24.2 percent. | The liberal candidate Joao Cotrim Figueiredo was in third place with 15.5 percent. | Ventura and Seguro will face off on February 8 to d…
(2026-01-19). Duty-free shopping booms in Hainan FTP. ecns.cn Hainan's offshore duty-free market has seen a strong surge in the first month following the island-wide special customs operations in Hainan Free Trade Port. According to data released by Haikou Customs Sunday, from Dec. 18, 2025 to Jan. 17, 2026, the total value of offshore duty-free shopping reached 4.86 billion yuan (about 700 million), up 46.8 percent year on year.
(2026-01-19). Ginsberg's "America" Revisited. counterpunch.org 
January 1956, Allen Ginsberg wrote: "America I've given you all and now I'm nothing." It is January 2026. I'm not sure if we've given it all as citizens or as a society. Some votes, some taxes, some rants, some protests, but surely not enough. "Two dollars and twentyseven cents"? Don't mention to Ginsberg the price of
(2026-01-19). China's 2025 GDP grows 5% year-on-year. ecns.cn China's gross domestic product (GDP) reached 140.19 trillion yuan (about $20.12 trillion) for the year 2025, up 5.0% year-on-year, according to the economic eport released by China's National Bureau of Statistics (NBS) on Monday.
(2026-01-19). Trump, EU escalate tariff war as US-European conflict mounts over Greenland. wsws.org US-European relations are teetering on the brink of collapse, amid growing threats of trade and military conflict among the major imperialist powers of the NATO alliance.
(2026-01-19). Friday 1/23: Solidarity with General Strike Minneapolis, Rally in Palo Alto. indybay.org 855 Embarcadero | Palo Alto 94303 | (Town and Country Village shopping district)…
(2026-01-19). DOJ says won't investigate ICE agent's fatal shooting of Renee Good. aljazeera.com US Justice Department says no to probing the ICE agent, despite public outrage over Renee Good's shooting in Minnesota.
(2026-01-19). Chief Justice Alfonse Chigamoy Owiny-Dollo Retires After Four Decades of Legal Service. plusnews.ug 
Uganda's Chief Justice, His Lordship Alfonse Chigamoy Owiny-Dollo, retires at the age of 70, concluding a legal and public service career spanning over forty years. Appointed Chief Justice in August 2020, he oversaw reforms aimed at improving access to justice, reducing case backlogs, and modernizing court operations. Before becoming Chief Justice, Owiny-Dollo served as Deputy …
(2026-01-19). 'Kill line' an inevitable outcome of US system. ecns.cn Editor's note: The School of International Studies at Peking University held a seminar in Beijing on Jan 12, where the participating experts offered insights on the phenomenon of the "kill line" in US society from their respective fields of expertise.
(2026-01-19). APC declares February 8 'Black Day' as TTAP plans countrywide protest. tribune.com.pk 
An All Parties Conference (APC) held under the aegis of Tehreek Tahaffuz Aain Pakistan (TTAP) called on the masses to observe a nationwide wheel-jam and shutter-down strike on February 8 against alleged rigging in the elections held two years ago. | The APC, held at the Karachi Press Club, issued a joint declaration demanding the appointment of a neutral Chief Election Commissioner (CEC) and fresh elections under a new Election Commission of Pakistan (ECP). | Addressing the APC, senior TTAP leaders, including Mahmood Khan Achakzai, Asad Qaiser, Raja Nasir Abbas and others, criticised the government, demanded t…
(2026-01-19). Israeli Enemy Continues to Violate Lebanese Sovereignty. english.almanar.com.lb The Israeli occupation army continues to violate Lebanese sovereignty, the ceasefire agreement, and UN Security Council Resolution 1701. In this context, Al-Manar TV's correspondent reported on Monday morning that an Israeli helicopter dropped a stun grenade on the town of Dhahira in southern Lebanon. Our correspondent had previously reported that an Israeli helicopter conducted a …
(2026-01-19). 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.
(2026-01-19). Blueprint seen as a boon for entire world. ecns.cn Furthermore, platforms like the China International Import Expo provide avenues for international exporters to tap the Chinese market, reinforcing China's role as a linchpin of global trade.
(2026-01-19). Sunday 1/25: Education Panel: AI, Techno-Fascism & Labor. indybay.org Bernal Heights Library | 500 Cortland St. | San Francisco…
(2026-01-19). Cuba updates its defense plans. radiohc.cu Cuba is updating its plans for defense, reviewing the measures and plans to respond to aggression, as part of the doctrine of War of the Entire People. | On Saturday, January 17, as part of the activities scheduled for Defense Day, the National Defense Council (CDN) of Cuba met to review and approve the plans and measures for transitioning to a state of war. | The analysis was conducted "in compliance with the activities planned for Defense Day and with the objective of increasing and improving the level of preparedness and cohesion of the leadership and personnel," explained a statement from the National Defense…
(2026-01-19). Zionist Billionaires Openly Acknowledge Manipulating The US Government. caitlinjohnstone.com.au Speaking together There's a guy I follow on Twitter named
(2026-01-19). Wednesday 1/28: Stand with Rebels & Against U.S.-Israel War Threats/Moves on Iran. indybay.org UUSF 1187 Franklin St. | San Francisco, California…
(2026-01-19). South Africa declares disaster amid floods. tribune.com.pk 
South Africa on Sunday declared a national disaster after widespread flooding that destroyed homes and killed dozens, while thousands sought shelter in neighbouring Mozambique. | Heavy rains and storms have battered the two southern African countries for weeks, claiming more than 30 lives in South Africa's northeastern Limpopo and Mpumalanga provinces. | Rivers burst their banks and swallowed entire neighbourhoods in several regions of Mozambique, displacing thousands including a woman who was forced to give birth on a roof as she sheltered from flood waters. | "I classify the disaster as a national disaster,"
(2026-01-19). Journalist Aslam Shah to appear before Karachi court in PECA case. tribune.com.pk 
Journalist Aslam Shah is scheduled to appear before the court of the Judicial Magistrate-I, South District, at the City Courts Karachi on Monday. Journalists' bodies, lawyers and representatives of civil society organisations have announced that they will attend the proceedings to express solidarity. | Shah will present himself before the court, following his arrest under the Prevention of Electronic Crimes Act (PECA) and subsequent release on bail. The case against him was registered under Sections 20 and 24 of PECA on the complaint of an officer of the Karachi Water and Sewerage Corporation. After his arrest…
(2026-01-19). Madison, January 20 and Milwaukee, January 23, 2026: Money for Healthcare NOT ICE! Stop Endless U.S. Wars! (Rallies Marches). wibailoutpeople.org 
(2026-01-19). Two trains collide after derailment in Spain; at least 39 killed. tribune.com.pk 
The death toll from Sunday's collision between a derailing high-speed train and a second oncoming train in southern Spain has risen to 39, with 152 people injured, state broadcaster RTVE reported on Monday, citing police sources. | The accident happened at 7.45 p.m. local time (1845 GMT) on Sunday near Adamuz in the province of Cordoba, about 360 km (223 miles) south of the capital Madrid. | Over 200 trains between Madrid and the southern Andalucia region – including major cities Cordoba, Seville and Granada – have been cancelled throughout Monday, according to RTVE. | Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez has cleared…
(2026-01-19). Rasti Delizo (Solidarity of Filipino Workers): 'US imperialism has been accelerating its attempts to impede China's strategic rise'. links.org.au 
Rasti Delizo looks at what underpins US-China tensions and the dangers posed for the Asia-Pacific region.
(2026-01-19). Students and workers support call for a general strike to oppose federal occupation of Minneapolis. wsws.org At a rally Sunday in Minnesota, postal workers, students, and community members spoke with WSWS reporters about the murder of Renee Good and the way forward for the working class.
(2026-01-19). ‚ÄéRunner-up in Kalungu West Parliamentary Race Demands Recount After Razor-Thin Loss. plusnews.ug 
Ismail Ssemakula Saaja, the runner-up in the Kalungu West parliamentary race in Kalungu District, is seeking a recount of votes cast in Thursday's elections. Ssemakula, who contested as an independent candidate, according to the Electoral Commission tally, narrowly lost to the National Unity Platform (NUP) incumbent, Joseph Gonzaga Ssewungu, by a margin of just 46 …
(2026-01-19). Australian parliament holds moment of silence after Bondi attack. newarab.com 
Australia's parliament returned early on Monday with speeches and a moment of silence for those killed in Two gunmen who police allege were inspired by The attack shock…
(2026-01-19). Europe counters Greenland tariff threat. tribune.com.pk 
European leaders on Sunday slammed US President Donald Trump's threat of tariffs over their opposition to his designs on Greenland, warning transatlantic ties were at risk. | Several European countries — including Denmark, of which Greenland is an autonomous territory — said they "stand united" against Trump's vow on Saturday to hit them with tariffs of up to 25 percent unless Greenland is ceded to the United States. | "Tariff threats undermine transatlantic relations and risk a dangerous downward spiral," Britain, Denmark, Finland, France, Germany, the Netherlands, Norway and Sweden warned in a jo…
(2026-01-19). Africa Cup 2025: Senegal defeats Morocco in thrilling final. ummid.com Africa Cup of Nations 2025: Senegal Sunday January 18, 2026 defeated host Morocco 1-0 in the Africa Cup of Nations Final 2025 (AFCON 2025), becoming the new football champion.
(2026-01-19). Handicrafts: Pakistan's most neglected export potential. tribune.com.pk 
Pakistan's export narrative remains narrowly focused on textiles and commodity sectors, while one of its most culturally endowed and economically efficient segments languishes in obscurity: handicrafts. | This neglect represents a critical failure of policy imagination and a costly missed opportunity in the shifting global marketplace. | The scale of underperformance is stark. Pakistan's annual earnings from handicraft exports are estimated to be a mere few hundred million dollars, a fraction of the billions achieved by regional peers like India and Bangladesh. This disparity persists despite Pakistan possessi…
(2026-01-19). Strikers at University Hospital Essen speak about staffing crisis and the danger of war. wsws.org Workers at University Hospital Essen participated in a warning strike to protest low wages and intolerable working conditions. In interviews with the WSWS, they linked their struggle to the broader fight against war and social inequality.
(2026-01-19). 6th Annual Whitewater, WI Pride Rally October 3, 2026. wibailoutpeople.org 
(2026-01-19). Spain train crash live: At least 39 killed in high-speed collision. aljazeera.com Dozens of people wounded in the crash in Cordoba province.
(2026-01-19). Live: Maharashtra Corporation Election Result 2026. ummid.com The Maharashtra State Election Commission is set to hold counting of votes in Mumbai and 28 other Municipal Corporations of the state today i.e. Friday January 16, 2026.
(2026-01-19). Artificial Intelligence an Asset, not a Substitute to Media. ummid.com Highlighting the possibilities and concerns of Artificial Intelligence (AI) dominating all walks of life in the world, senior analyst and columnist Asad Mirza said that AI is a tool for journalism, not a substitute.
(2026-01-19). First snow in 2026 hits Beijing. ecns.cn Beijing saw its first snowfall of the year Saturday, with snow continuing across many areas into Sunday morning.
(2026-01-19). The Black Jobs Deficit Cost Black America $87 Billion in 2025. counterpunch.org 
In 2025, Black America needed about 1.8 million more people working to have the same employment rates (employment-to-population ratios) as White America (Table 1). This Black jobs deficit cost Black America about $87 billion in lost income. Black people face higher rates of joblessness because of racial discrimination in the labor market. Researchers continue to
(2026-01-19). India, Nigeria Geo-Political, Economic and Cultural Similarities. ummid.com The geo-political, economic and cultural similarities that exist between India and Nigeria present a great opportunity for each of them to benefit from the other's strengths.
(2026-01-19). Pezeshkian: Any Attack on Supreme Leader "Full Fledged War" with Iranian Nation. english.almanar.com.lb Iran's President Masoud Pezeshkian warned that any attack against Supreme Leader of the Islamic Revolution Imam Sayyed Ali Khamenei will amount to a "full-fledged war" with the Iranian nation. In a post on his X account on Sunday, Pezeshkian stressed that inhumane sanctions imposed by the United States and its allies were one of the …
(2026-01-19). Limited internet returns in Iran after protest blackout. tribune.com.pk 
Limited internet access has returned in Iran, a monitor said Sunday, 10 days after authorities imposed a communications blackout that rights groups have said was aimed at masking a violent protest crackdown that killed thousands. | Iran's president warned that an attack on the country's supreme leader would be a declaration of war — an apparent response to US counterpart Donald Trump saying it was time to look for new leadership in Iran. | Demonstrations sparked in late December by anger over economic hardship exploded into protests widely seen as the biggest challenge to the Iranian leadership in years.
(2026-01-19). Redrawing Muslim Politics: AIMIM's Rise and SP's Fall in Maharashtra. ummid.com Beneath the BJP victory in Maharashtra civic polls lies a more consequential story: The decline of the Samajwadi Party (SP) and the steady rise of Asaduddin Owaisi-led AIMIM as the principal Muslim political force in Maharashtra's urban politics.
(2026-01-19). Death toll in Karachi mall fire rises to at least 14 in Pakistan. aljazeera.com More than 50 people remain missing, with a police investigation under way to determine the cause of the fire.
(2026-01-19). Unlocking Chinese Cities | One Bus Ride, Two Countries: Crossing the Border in Dongxing. ecns.cn Can people go abroad by bus? In Dongxing, Guangxi, the answer is yes. It is China's only port city connected to Vietnam by both land and sea, lying just across the river from Vietnam's Mong Cai. With this unique geographical advantage, Dongxing offers convenient cross-border commuting and a vibrant hub for trade and tourism. Come to Dongxing, sip an authentic Vietnamese coffee, hop on a cross-border bus, and embark on a spontaneous trip abroad.
(2026-01-19). Donald Trump, Poster Child for Megalomania. counterpunch.org 
(2026-01-19). Why the Snatching of Maduro Should Make Washington Worry About the Dollar. counterpunch.org 
For nearly eight decades, the U.S. dollar has occupied a place in the global order that no other currency has matched. It is the world's default unit of account, its preferred medium of exchange, and its ultimate store of value. This dominance has given Washington enormous advantages, from low borrowing costs to unmatched financial leverage.
(2026-01-19). No troops in Minneapolis! For a general strike against Trump's coup! wsws.org The Pentagon has placed 1,500 active-duty soldiers on alert for deployment against protests over ICE violence in Minneapolis.
(2026-01-19). This week in history: January 19-25. wsws.org Estrada ousted in the Philippines; Civil war breaks out in Lebanon; US uses napalm in Korean War; Textile strike in Passaic, New Jersey…
(2026-01-19). 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.
(2026-01-19). Davos economic forum set to convene. ecns.cn People walk at the Davos Congress Centre ahead of the World Economic Forum (WEF), in the ski resort of Davos, Switzerland, January 18, 2026.If no deal is reached on the "complete and total purchase" of Greenland, the tariff rate would rise to 25 percent on June 1, Trump said.
(2026-01-19). Likud minister vows over $600K of personal wealth to finance suits against Israeli channel. haaretz.com Critics argue the fund, created by Economy Minister Nir Barkat to bankroll defamation suits involving the broadcaster, is unrelated to his ministerial duties and could influence his Likud party primary campaign. Barkat is currently involved in a legal battle with Channel 12…
(2026-01-19). 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 (…) | – |
(2026-01-19). Weather Reanalysis Models. wattsupwiththat.com By Andy May My new paper (May, 2025) emphasizes that while many of the underlying observations used to build weather reanalysis datasets, such as ERA5 (European Centre for Medium-Range Weather…
(2026-01-19). Scientists develop eco-friendly pigments. ecns.cn The vibrant reds and yellows that coat some children's toys and food packaging have long masked a troubling reality — reliance on toxic heavy metals. Researchers in Northeast China say they may have found a cost-effective way of eliminating those hazards by tapping into the country's abundant rare earth reserves.
(2026-01-19). Severe weather warning issued as cold wave sweeps across country. ecns.cn Citizens make their way amidst snowfall in Beijing, capital of China, on Jan 17, 2026. Beijing witnessed a snowfall on Friday.From Monday to Wednesday, sleet is expected in parts of Hubei, Hunan and Guizhou provinces and in Chongqing, with Hunan and Guizhou expected to face the brunt of it.
(2026-01-19). 'ISLAM' Party must unite with Shiv Sena for the larger interest of Malegaon. ummid.com Asif Shaikh, his father Shaikh Rasheed, Mufti Ismael, Mustaqeem Dignity and his mentor Nehal Ahmed all leaders of Malegaon have — in some way or the other, joined hands with the BJP and Shiv Sena in the past.
(2026-01-19). Sudan: Call on the Rapid Support Forces (RSF) to release journalist Muammar Ibrahim. fidh.org The undersigned organisations, including FIDH and OMCT within the framework of the Observatory for the Protection of Human Rights Defenders, journalists, express serious concern regarding the detention of Sudanese journalist Muammar Ibrahim by the Rapid Support Forces (RSF). Mr Ibrahim has been held since 26 October 2025, following his detention in El-Fasher, North Darfur.
According to available information, RSF detained Muammar Ibrahim while he was attempting to leave El-Fasher amid (…) | – |
(2026-01-19). Saturday 1/17: Solidarity Gathering for the People of Iran. indybay.org Town Clock, Pacific Ave and Water St, Santa Cruz…
(2026-01-19). EU scrambles to avert Trump Greenland tariffs, prepares retaliation. geo.tv 
Emergency EU summit scheduled in Brussels for Thursday.Envoys push diplomacy while preparing retaliatory measures.Growing calls to trigger unused EU 'Anti-Coercion Instrument'.
(2026-01-19). Recipe vs. Result: Does the US Government Actually Exist? counterpunch.org 
I write three syndicated columns a week, and the vast majority of them could easily run with the title "Stupid and Evil US Government Action of the Day." There's almost always a specific "news hook" — whatever story happens to be dominating headlines and the public conversation — and my take often focuses on the
(2026-01-19). Govt announces public and optional holidays for 2026. tribune.com.pk 
The Government of Pakistan has officially released the schedule for public and optional holidays for the calendar year 2026, according to a circular issued by the Cabinet Division on Monday. | The notification outlines a comprehensive list of national significance days and religious festivals for Muslims and minority communities. Key public holidays include Kashmir Day on February 5, Pakistan Day on March 23, and Independence Day on August 14 | Major Islamic festivals are scheduled as follows, though the government noted these dates are subject to the appearance of the moon: | Eidul Fitr: March 21, 22, and 23.
(2026-01-19). PAF F-16s arrive in Saudi Arabia for 'Spears Of Victory-2026' exercise. tribune.com.pk 
(2026-01-19). US appeals court overturns judge's ruling that blocked arrest and deportation of Mahmoud Khalil. wsws.org The U.S. Third Circuit Court of Appeals' 2-1 decision sends the case back to immigration court and overturns the ruling by a New Jersey judge that Khalil's rights had been violated when he was apprehended in New York City and sent to a DHS detention center in Louisiana for three months.
(2026-01-19). 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 (…) | – |
(2026-01-19). NUP Loses 23 Parliamentary Seats. plusnews.ug 
The National Unity Platform has lost at least 23 parliamentary seats in the just concluded general elections.All of these seats located in Buganda region have been won back by other the ruling National Resistance Movement which had lost them in the 2021 general elections or independents who are also NRM leaning. In the current parliament, …
(2026-01-19). The end of sovereign immunity: America's new doctrine of capture. independentaustralia.net 
(2026-01-19). Authorities urged to prepare as cold wave hits Central China. ecns.cn China's national disaster prevention, reduction and relief commission on Sunday evening activated a Level IV emergency response — the lowest in its four-tier system — to address rising risks from low temperatures, snow and ice in Anhui, Henan, Hunan and Guizhou provinces.
(2026-01-19). Thursday 1/29: Webinar: Reaching a Milestone: Surpassing 1,000 Apartheid-Free Communities. indybay.org Online | www.mobilize.us/us-palestineactivism/eve……
(2026-01-19). Dr. Muhammad Manzoor Alam: A Scholar, Thinker and Reformer. ummid.com Dr. Muhammad Manzoor Alam (Rah.) possessed a deeply compassionate heart and a vigilant mind for the welfare of the Muslim Ummah.
(2026-01-19). Heckler interrupts US anthem at NBA game with Greenland protest. newarab.com 
(2026-01-19). Democracy Now! 2026-01-19 Monday. democracynow.org Democracy Now! Monday, January 19, 2026 | Democracy Now! Monday, January 19, 2026…
(2026-01-19). 59 missing as Karachi fire tragedy unfolds. tribune.com.pk 
The conflagration that engulfed Karachi's famed Gul Plaza bazaar on Saturday could not be brought under control till late Sunday night as it consumed lives of six people, including a firefighter, and caused losses running into millions of rupees. | According to an official tally, at least 59 people — including women who were inside the market when the fire broke out — were still missing, to the horror and anguish of their families. | The blaze, which started at around 10: 15 pm on Saturday at the market located at Karachi's MA Jinnah Road, quickly escalated to a third-degree fire, engulfing the enti…
(2026-01-19). Factory blast in China's Inner Mongolia kills 2, missing rises to 8, 84 injured. ecns.cn An explosion at a factory in north China's Inner Mongolia Autonomous Region has killed two people, left eight missing and injured 84, local authorities said Monday.
(2026-01-19). Can the AI Folks Save Democracy? counterpunch.org 
The AI promoters have made grand promises about how AI will change everything and give us all happier, healthier lives. Maybe that will be proven right, but it's fair to say they have not yet delivered. However, AI workers may have the power to do something very important in the present, not some distant or
(2026-01-19). Privacy failures driving psychological harm and suicide. independentaustralia.net 
(2026-01-19). Explosion at Baotou steel plant kills 2, 5 missing. ecns.cn An explosion at a plate plant operated by Baogang United Steel in Baotou, Inner Mongolia autonomous region, killed two people and left five others missing, local authorities said Sunday night.
(2026-01-19). Afghanistan: A visual journey through Afghanistan's humanitarian challenges and ICRC's humanitarian response. icrc.org
(2026-01-19). The Belarus TV debate on Trump's Greenland ambitions: Talk Show –ú–Ω–µ–Ω–∏–µ, 18 January 2026. gilbertdoctorow.com
(2026-01-19). ICRC voices: Dispatch from Darfur. icrc.org
(2026-01-19). Iran: Authorities must be held accountable for massacre of protesters. fidh.org
(2026-01-19). Yemen: The ICRC stands ready to support detainee releases between conflict parties following agreement. icrc.org
(2026-01-19). Azerbaijan sentences exiled journalists to lengthy prison terms in absentia. CPJ Staff
(2026-01-19). Frequently asked questions about the ICRC's work in Jordan. icrc.org
(2026-01-19). Democratic Republic of the Congo: Violence in South Kivu forces thousands of families to flee. icrc.org
(2026-01-19). Senior Workshop on International Rules Governing Military Operations (SWIRMO) in Riyadh: Humanitarian Law as part of the Military Doctrine. icrc.org
(2026-01-19). Frequently Asked Questions: International Armed Conflict (IAC). icrc.org
(2026-01-19). Iran: Over 30 NGOs raise alarm over dire situation for detained human rights defenders amid rising protest death toll. fidh.org
(2026-01-19). Management of the Dead in Emergencies: Training of Trainer Course Held in Luzhou, Sichuan. icrc.org
(2026-01-19). Myanmar: Arbitrary detention and torture of student leader Htet Myat Aung. fidh.org
(2026-01-19). Egypt: Cairo hosts the 13th Regional Meeting for Arab National Committees on International Humanitarian Law. icrc.org
(2026-01-19). Humanitarian Outlook 2026: A world succumbing to war. icrc.org
(2026-01-19). Expert workshop on the missing under Islamic law. icrc.org
(2026-01-19). United States withdrawal from international organisations endangers women's rights. fidh.org
(2026-01-19). Diplomats to Haaretz: EU states expected to refuse invitation to Board of Peace; Putin invited. haaretz.com
(2026-01-19). Uganda: Suspension of at least seven human rights NGOs ahead of general elections. fidh.org
(2026-01-19). 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
(2026-01-19). Haiti's presidential council expands defamation laws as end of political immunity looms. CPJ Staff
(2026-01-19). Chad: Sudanese families separated by conflict find hope one phone call at a time. icrc.org
(2026-01-19). If Murphy does not sign the complete package we need to name him in our papers holding all co-conspirators in the harms and murders that will occur in NJ accordingly Bob Witanek Editor of FightBackBetter NJ ICE Breaking News N 12, Jan 19, 2025. fightbackbetter.com
(2026-01-19). South Sudan: ICRC-supported hospitals deliver critical care as conflict-related casualties reach highest level in eight years. icrc.org
(2026-01-19). Water crosses the border for 22,000 people in western Uganda. icrc.org
(2026-01-19). Results of the ICRC Writing Competition VI: Upholding Humanity. icrc.org
(2026-01-19). CPJ joins 2 urgent calls for legal transparency following FBI search of WaPo journalist's home. CPJ Staff
(2026-01-19). From New York to Beijing: Calls to galvanize political commitment to international humanitarian law. icrc.org
(2026-01-19). Uganda: Repression threatens election credibility. fidh.org
(2026-01-19). Dozens killed or injured in factory explosion in China's Inner Mongolia region. english.almanar.com.lb
(2026-01-19). Insights | Philippine expert: ASEAN-China ties resilient beyond geopolitical tensions. ecns.cn
(2026-01-19). The siege of Minneapolis: testimonies from the front lines. wibailoutpeople.org
(2026-01-19). The ICRC in 2025: On the front line for humanity, always. icrc.org
(2026-01-19). Russia-Ukraine Armed Conflict: What happens in winter when the power goes out. icrc.org
(2026-01-19). Uganda: Arbitrary detention of Dr. Sarah Bireete ahead of general elections. fidh.org
(2026-01-19). Operational update: Assisting communities in winter in the Russia-Ukraine International Armed Conflict. icrc.org
(2026-01-19). Central African Republic: Humanitarian situation remains alarming in south-east of the country. icrc.org
(2026-01-19). Cambodia-Thailand: ICRC supports release and repatriation of 18 prisoners of war. icrc.org
(2026-01-19). Kaiser nurses set to strike as health care giant profits from ICE detention camps. wibailoutpeople.org
(2026-01-19). What Iran's latest Protests tell us about Power, Memory and Resistance. juancole.com
(2026-01-19). Israeli glider drops stun grenade in the southern Lebanese border town of Dhaira: Al-Manar correspondent. english.almanar.com.lb
(2026-01-19). Azerbaijan – Armenia: ICRC representatives travel to Azerbaijan to visit persons detained in relation to the conflict. icrc.org
(2026-01-19). Descarrilamiento de dos trenes de alta velocidad en España deja más de 20 fallecidos. cubadebate.cu Al menos 21 personas murieron y un centenar resultaron heridas al descarrilar dos trenes de alta velocidad en la provincia de Córdoba, en el sur de España. Un tren de la compañía Iryo en el viajaban unas 300 personas con destino a Madrid desde Málaga descarriló sus tres últimos vagones e invadió la vía contigua por la que circulaba otro convoy que cubría la línea Madrid-Huelva.
(2026-01-19). El Partido Socialista y la extrema derecha irán a segunda vuelta de elecciones presidenciales en Portugal. cubadebate.cu El exlíder socialista António José Seguro y el dirigente ultraderechista André Ventura se disputarán la Presidencia de Portugal en la segunda vuelta, el próximo 8 de febrero, con el 92,61 % de los votos escrutados en la primera ronda electoral disputada este domingo. Según el escrutinio, Seguro obtiene el 30,53% de los sufragios, seguido de Ventura, con el 24,59%.
(2026-01-19). Death toll in Spain high-speed train derailment rises to 21. ecns.cn The previous deadliest train accident in Spain occurred in July 2013, when 79 people were killed after a high-speed train derailed while entering the city of Santiago de Compostela due to excessive speed.
(2026-01-19). Embajador cubano en Argelia advierte sobre amenazas de EEUU contra países. radiohc.cu Ningún país del mundo está a salvo de una eventual agresión estadounidense, sostuvo este domingo el embajador cubano en Argelia, Héctor Igarza, en medio de un contexto caracterizado por intentos estadounidenses de apoderarse de las riquezas de otras naciones. | En declaraciones al portal digital Infosurglobal, el diplomático consideró, en ese sentido, que cualquier país puede ser atacado por Estados Unidos "bajo falsos pretextos, o incluso sin la menor razón, salvo la ley del más fuerte". | Consideró que el saqueo de los recursos naturales de un Estado dado constituye un excelente pretexto para el Estado del Nort…
(2026-01-19). Syria agrees truce with Kurds after troop advance. tribune.com.pk 
Syrian President Ahmed al-Sharaa on Sunday announced a deal with the chief of Kurdish-led forces that includes a ceasefire, after government troops advanced across Kurdish-held areas of the country's north and east. | The agreement, which will also see the Kurdish administration and forces integrate into the state, marks a blow for the minority, which has long held ambitions of preserving the de facto autonomy they had exercised over areas they held for over a decade. | It comes after deadly clashes in the Syrian city of Raqa on Sunday between Kurdish-led forces and local fighters loyal to Damascus. | The deal…
(2026-01-19). Friday 1/30: The Settlers: Documentary Screening + Q&A. indybay.org Hillside Community Church, 1422 Navellier Street, El Cerrito…
(2026-01-19). Por el bienestar animal: Refugios para animales (V y final). cubadebate.cu Para los que han leído las columnas anteriores, será fácil comprender por qué nuestra insistencia en que implementar y poner en funcionamiento un refugio para animales abandonados, como se dice comúnmente, "no es coser y cantar". Solo nos faltaba comentar sobre los formularios a establecer, que son principalmente tres.
(2026-01-19). 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…
(2026-01-18). Pakistan invited to join US-led Gaza Board of Peace. tribune.com.pk 
Pakistan has been invited to join a newly announced US-led Gaza Board of Peace (BoP), a high-level international body tasked with overseeing Gaza's reconstruction, transition governance and the disarmament of Hamas, the Foreign Office said on Sunday. | Responding to media queries, Foreign Office spokesperson Tahir Andrabi confirmed that US President Donald Trump had extended an invitation to the Prime Minister of Pakistan to join the Board, underlining Islamabad's continued engagement with international efforts aimed at peace and stability in Gaza. | "Pakistan will remain engaged with international efforts for…
(2026-01-18). Gaza: how children are born into two different worlds. thecanary.co 
The death of 27-day-old Aisha Ayesh Al-Agha did not pass as mere news in the city of Khan Yunis in southern Gaza. She may have become another statistic of the harsh winter, but to her parents, she was an unbearable tragedy. They watched their first daughter die, frozen beneath a tent that offered no mercy. […] | By
(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). Venezuela: Epitaph for a revolution? links.org.au 
Luís Bonilla-Molina — The question everyone has asked is: could the January 3 imperialist attack on Venezuela spark a revolutionary response? Subsequent events have shattered that illusion.
(2026-01-18). Il costo reale del colpo di Stato in Venezuela: il sostegno regionale dell'Iran contro Israele/Stati Uniti. strategic-culture.su Trump ha la minima idea di cosa significhi concretamente una guerra con l'Iran? Capisce che la destituzione di Maduro ha galvanizzato il sostegno all'Iran nel caso in cui quella guerra dovesse scoppiare? | Segue nostro Considerando l'enorme movimento di aerei militari statunitensi che sono prima arrivati nelle basi americane nel Regno Unito prima di spostarsi in Medio Oriente, le rivolte in Iran e l'euforia di Trump per la situazione in…
(2026-01-18). My Belarus expo surpasses 200,000 visitors. Here's why you should see it. eng.belta.by A distinctive atmosphere of national pride and creative inspiration now fills the very heart of Minsk. At the Minsk International Exhibition Center, the large-scale project My Belarus has been underway for almost a month, having united hundreds of unique exhibits.
(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). 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.
(2026-01-18). 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). Jagan Chapagain: Is the global humanitarian system breaking down? aljazeera.com The IFRC chief on US aid cuts, attacks on aid workers and whether neutrality can survive modern wars.
(2026-01-18). PSL Franchises agree on players' auction. tribune.com.pk 
For the first time in the history of the Pakistan Super League (PSL), a player auction will be held. In a meeting held yesterday with CEO Salman Naseer, most of the franchises agreed to the auction format. Once approved by the PCB Chairman, it will be implemented. | On Sunday, a workshop will be organized to brief the team owners about the auction procedures. Meanwhile, all five of the original franchises have demanded to retain four players each, including their brand ambassadors. The new teams, however, have asked for zero retentions. A final decision on this matter will also be made by the Chairman. | It is…
(2026-01-18). 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.
(2026-01-18). 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). AI Can Make The Dead Talk Why This Doesn't Comfort Us. menafn.com (MENAFN – The Conversation) For as long as humans have buried their dead, they've dreamed of keeping them close. The ancient Fayum portraits those stunningly lifelike images wrapped in Egyptian …
(2026-01-18). Red-state Republicans seek climate 'liability shield' for fossil fuel industry. grist.org 
U.S. lawmakers in two red states are attempting to shield the fossil fuel industry from climate liability. | In Oklahoma, a newly introduced bill would bar most civil lawsuits against oil companies over their role in the climate crisis, unless plaintiffs allege violations of specific environmental or labor laws. A similar proposal in Utah would block lawsuits over climate-warming emissions, unless a court finds the defendant violated a statute or permit. | "I think anyone in America who breathes the air around them and also believes in corporate accountability ought to be very concerned about these types of en…
(2026-01-18). Where Empires March, the Peoples of the World Organize. globalresearch.ca The historical moment we are living through does not allow for neutrality or hesitation.
(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). Iran leader demands crackdown on 'seditionists' after protests. newarab.com 
The demonstrations were sparked by
(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). Israel recognises Homesh settlement to "prevent a Palestinian state" aljazeera.com "So, whether you call it a settlement or an outpost actually doesn't matter. They're all war crimes."
(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). Why Charlie Kirk, fan of antisemitic conspiracy theories, is loved by government. haaretz.com Charlie Kirk railed against the 'right' people and things: Islam, Palestinians and the protesters who support them, liberal values, the general concept of 'wokeness' and progressivism. For this Israeli government, that alone grants him a place of honor…
(2026-01-18). U.S. firm seeks control over Iron Dome maker at $200m valuation. haaretz.com The proposed acquisition would hand Ondas a majority stake in mPrest, whose technology is critical to Iron Dome's operation and subject to Israeli defense approval…
(2026-01-18). EV charging from streetlights and power from waves: Israel backs 18 energy projects. haaretz.com Notable recipients include eStreet Energy, which plans to convert streetlights into EV chargers, and SolarWin, aiming to pair solar panels with agriculture. The funding supports diverse initiatives, from wave-generated electricity to educational programs for disadvantaged youth…
(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). Ukrainian Drone Attacks Against Kazakhstan's Oil Export Lifeline Advance Strategic Goals. globalresearch.ca Continued strikes across 2026 could lead to protracted disruptions that greatly reduce Kazakhstan's budgetary revenue and result in social spending slashes for next year, which could prompt protests that spiral out of control just like January 2022's one did for …
(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). In Iran, Trump toys with regime-change fantasies. tribune.com.pk 
Seven months after Israel's surprise strikes on Iran's military and nuclear sites, the country has returned to the world's attention. This time, the rupture is from within. Anger over rampant inflation, punishing food prices, and a rapidly plummeting rial has spilled onto the streets of Tehran and cities across the length and breadth of the Islamic Republic, morphing into a wider revolt against a clerical order that has held Iran in its grip for nearly five decades. | But Iran has been here before—or somewhere close to it. Since toppling Shah Mohammad Reza Pahlavi in January 1979, the Islamic Republic ha…
(2026-01-18). Trump Vs Europe: Greenland To Troop Mobilisation Till What Extent Will This Escalate? NewsX. gilbertdoctorow.com Today's "Big Debate" on Indian global broadcaster News X was a pleasure for me as one of four panelists and I am hopeful that the Community will find it worth a listen. Our task was primarily to make sense of Trump's conflict with Europe over his planned takeover of Greenland. My fellow panelists were a …
(2026-01-18). Donald Trump's Chief of Staff Says He Has an 'Alcoholic's Personality' — But He Doesn't Drink. globalresearch.ca The woman who helped President Chief of staff …
(2026-01-18). Trump announces new tariffs over Greenland: How have EU allies responded? aljazeera.com The European Union is having an emergency meeting to devise a response to Trump's tariff threats over Greenland.
(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). 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). 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). Give Carte Blanche Support to Trump's Psychotic Foreign Policy. fightbackbetter.com Lets cut to the chase — in this vote 3 NJ Democrats voted NO — Bonnie Watson Coleman, Lamonica McIver and Robert Menendez Jr.- GOOD! | The other 5 — Gottheimer, Pallone, Conaway, Pou and Norcross voted YAY. They voted for the Republican sponsored 188 Republicans and 153 Democrats voted for it; 57 Democrats and 22 Republicans voted against it. | Please read fu…
(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). Fire at Karachi's Gul Plaza kills 6, injures 20; blaze still not fully under control. tribune.com.pk 
(2026-01-18). Why Doesn't the King Rule in Australia? tribune.com.pk 
It is never easy to step out of your comfort zone. You don't really know how talented you might be until you bring change within yourself or explore new paths. Perhaps you could achieve greater success but there's a certain fear that holds you back: What if I fail? You fear losing even what you already have. So, many people choose to settle for what they've got. | Maybe that's why the growth of some talented individuals eventually stops. Of course, financial or personal factors make taking risks even harder. But if we look at the most successful people, most of them are those who did step out of their comfort…
(2026-01-18). Fàºhrer rolls in grave as non-aryan far right sing 'Heil Hitler'. thecanary.co 
If there's one thing you can say about Hitler, it's that he didn't like people who were outside the 'Aryan race'. If there's one thing you can say about the modern American far right, it's that they're surprisingly diverse. This has led to an odd situation in which the sort of people Hitler exterminated are […] | By
(2026-01-18). Spanish PM Sanchez: A US Grab for Greenland is a 'Gift to Putin'. moderndiplomacy.eu Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez stated in an interview that a U. S. invasion of Greenland would please Vladimir Putin and harm NATO. He expressed that such military action would give Russia justification for its invasion of Ukraine. Sanchez argued that if the U. S. were to use force in Greenland, it would threaten NATO's …
(2026-01-18). Exclusive: another transport union election stitch-up triggers vote on suspension of GS Eslamdoust. thecanary.co 
Skwawkbox has reported at length on allegations that the transport union management of general secretary Maryam Eslamdoust has repeatedly used anti-democratic manoeuvres to bar candidates who defeated incumbents allied to Eslamdoust. The accusations have come amid fury and industrial action against Eslamdoust for her conduct toward TSSA staff and the GMB union that represents them […] | By
(2026-01-18). The Wrong Wings: Why Chinese Jet Fighter Is a Strategic Misfit for Indonesia. moderndiplomacy.eu The modernization of the Indonesian Armed Forces (TNI) remains an unresolved and persistently unsatisfactory issue. Although the defense budget has seen incremental increases, an allocation of below 1% of GDP is still considered insufficient. This challenge is further compounded by numerous other defense expenditures, such as personnel salaries and equipment maintenance. At the same time, the Indonesian …
(2026-01-18). MP Fadlallah: "Surrender is Not in Our Vocabulary" english.almanar.com.lb MP Hassan Fadlallah, a member of the Loyalty to the Resistance Bloc, affirmed that from a position of strength, presence, and concern for their country, they want it to remain united. They reject any attempt to incite strife, divide the country, or federalize it. He added that some in Lebanon are mistaken in betting that …
(2026-01-18). Iran considers 'gradually' restoring internet after shutdown. newarab.com 
Iranian authorities have said they are considering "gradually" restoring internet access after imposing Demonstrations sparked in late December by anger over economic hardship exploded into protests widely seen as the biggest challenge to the Iranian leadership in years. | Iran…
(2026-01-18). Is Russia imperialist? A response to Renfrey Clarke. links.org.au 
Chris Slee — Lenin's writings make clear that imperialism is not just an economic phenomenon. Political and military aspects also matter.
(2026-01-18). Gene-Based RNA "Vaccines" Have Been Used in Our Food Supply Since 2012. globalresearch.ca Most Americans assume the "gene-based vaccine era" began with COVID-19. But few realize that a genetic vaccine platform has been deployed in food-producing animals for more than a decade—largely outside of public awareness or mainstream discussion. ; ⚪ To read this article …
(2026-01-18). Police chief steps down after UK fallout from ban on Tel Aviv football fan. aljazeera.com UK police chief retires after backlash over banning Maccabi Tel Aviv fans from a match against Aston Villa last year.
(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). Reform announce plan to rapidly stuff party full of Tories. thecanary.co 
As we've reported, Reform UK have received some criticism from their own members and politicians. The reason they're unhappy is because Reform are accepting Tories into the party. This is a problem, because Reform are supposed to be an alternative to the Labour-Conservative duopoly; not a continuation of it. The latest news is that Reform […] | By
(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). 11 gang members surrender in Rajanpur's Katcha as police target Umrani gang. tribune.com.pk 
At least 11 highly wanted and dangerous members of the Umrani gang surrendered to police following a large-scale operation against criminal elements in the katcha areas of Rajanpur, police said on Sunday. | Rajanpur police carried out a targeted operation in the Katcha Umrani, Sukhani and Katcha Karachi areas, employing modern technology, including drones, to shell the hideouts of the criminals. | According to a Punjab Police spokesperson, the operation led to the surrender of 11 key members of the Umrani gang. The hideouts and bunkers of the dacoits were destroyed, while the surrendered suspects handed over h…
(2026-01-18). Watch: 'America is not a democracy. You can buy presidency with AIPAC money'. thecanary.co 
Roger Waters was typically blunt when he spoke to right-wing interviewer Piers Morgan this week on the subject of US democracy. Or rather, its absence — with Israel playing a large part in that. Despite living in the US, the Pink Floyd legend was typically uncompromising about what it is as a nation — and […] | By
(2026-01-18). Arquitectura del odio y la inversión de la prueba: Cómo se legitima una agresión. cubadebate.cu Cuando la discusión pública se mueve desde la legalidad del uso de la fuerza hacia la supuesta "moralidad del objetivo", el derecho internacional deja de operar como límite y pasa a operar como decorado. Ese desplazamiento es intencional: si el adversario ya fue reducido a "banda criminal", cualquier acción contra él se reetiqueta como "policía" o "limpieza", no como agresión.
(2026-01-18). Ukraine Attacks Kazakh Ship in the Black Sea. globalresearch.ca On January 14th, a Kazakh oil tanker was struck by two Ukrainian drones in the Black Sea. | The incident generated significant repercussions and diplomatic unease, but it was not an isolated episode. | The case is part of a wave of …