(2026-01-24). Brazil's Lula says Trump is attempting to 'create a new UN'. aljazeera.com Lula's comments come as Trump invites Netanyahu to join 'Board of Peace', with no mention of Gaza in charter.
(2026-01-24). UN: Jan. 23] Israel Crushes UN Compound, the $108 Billion Pension Fund Lots More. passblue.com 
This Week @UN: A crimes against humanity treaty; Latvia finds its voice; Israel's UN attack; UN pension review; Gazans adapt to South Africa. Plus: Trump & Gaza; UNDP relos; Greenland/Denmark; Microsoft's AI push; Syria's Al Hol camp. Stay current (& optimistic) in real time via Blue Sky, Twitter (X), Facebook, Instagram and LinkedIn. Our #1 story: …
(2026-01-24). Govt sells Gaza board entry as diplomacy. tribune.com.pk 
The government on Friday stood by its decision to join the US-led Board of Peace, selling Pakistan's participation as a diplomatic opening on Gaza as the controversy around the move refused to die down and spilled onto the floor of parliament once again. | The opposition parties called into question both the forum's credibility and the process through which Islamabad signed on. | Addressing a joint sitting, Planning Minister Ahsan Iqbal defended Pakistan's presence "at the centre stage" alongside brotherly Muslim countries, asserting that it was a "diplomatic win". | The minister explained that staying away wo…
(2026-01-24). Israel seeks to restrict numbers of Palestinian reentry to Gaza. newarab.com 
(2026-01-24). Unannounced deal could reshape Gaza's political landscape. albawaba.com ALBAWABA — A Palestinian source, privy to the conversations, suggests that unannounced agreements might have been struck between Hamas and the United States, possibly aiming to alter the political and security landscape within the Gaza Strip.The source described a proposed framework: Hamas would disarm and share maps of its tunnel system. In exchange, the group would be treated as a political entity, no longer a target for military action. The specifics of the arms and information transfer remain undisclosed.Under these reported understandings, Hamas leaders—both political and military—could lea…
(2026-01-24). Genocidal Israeli regime runs defamation campaign against Doctors Without Borders. radiohc.cu The medical charity organization Doctors Without Borders (Médecins Sans Frontières or MSF) has said the defamation campaign launched against it is a propaganda offensive funded and sponsored by Israel. | Declassified UK, a British investigative journalism and media organization, revealed that the Israeli regime's prime minister, Benjamin Netanyahu, launched an anti-MSF defamation campaign in the UK in an effort to stop the medical charity from providing humanitarian assistance to Palestinians in the Gaza Strip…
(2026-01-24). Six-month-old boy freezes to death in Gaza amid Israel's inhumane and genocidal blockade. radiohc.cu Another Palestinian infant has died due to extreme cold in the southern Gaza Strip, as displaced families continue to suffer harsh winter conditions combined with the ongoing impacts of a two-year Israeli genocidal war. | Youssef Omar Abu Hammala, a six-month-old baby boy, died as a result of extreme cold in his family's displacement tent in the Al-Mawasi area of Khan Yunis on Friday. | With the death of Abu Hammala, the number of children who have died in the besieged Palestinian strip from extreme cold since the beginning of the season has risen to eleven. | Several Palestinians, most of them children, have bee…
(2026-01-24). UK admits threatening ICC Prosecutor over Gaza war probe. albawaba.com ALBAWABA — The British government has officially acknowledged that David Cameron, the former foreign secretary, reached out directly to International Criminal Court (ICC) Prosecutor Karim Khan. The purpose of this contact was to dissuade Khan from pursuing investigations connected to Israel's actions in Gaza. This marks the first time the government has confirmed the alleged political pressure surrounding the case.The confirmation arrived after a Freedom of Information request from a research unit at the University of Westminster. This followed months of official silence, despite media reports that began ci…
(2026-01-24). Gaza: Severe winter conditions compound humanitarian crisis for displaced Palestinians. icrc.org
(2026-01-24). Gaza: "Palestinians are wondering how they will get through the winter" icrc.org
(2026-01-24). Testimonio de un combatiente cubano que defendió al Presidente Maduro. workers.org 
Por invitado Esta entrevista fue escrita por autor y periodista Ignacio Ramonet. Yohandris Varona Torres, combatiente cubano en Caracas, Venezuela, 3 jan 2026. Yohandris Varona Torres llevaba dos meses y seis días como integrante de la Seguridad Personal en Venezuela cuando ocurrió el ataque, la experiencia más intensa en 23 . . . |
(2026-01-24). Missing 14-year-old girl found murdered in Rawalpindi park. tribune.com.pk 
(2026-01-24). China, Brazil vow to further deepen ties. ecns.cn President Xi Jinping and Brazilian President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva pledged to deepen bilateral cooperation and jointly safeguard the central role of the United Nations amid the current turbulent international situation during a phone conversation on Friday.
(2026-01-24). Clashes erupt near new Israeli outpost deep inside Palestinian Authority-run West Bank. haaretz.com Footage from the scene shows at least ten masked settlers carrying clubs near a newly established outpost — the deepest yet constructed by Israeli settlers within territory under Palestinian jurisdiction…
(2026-01-24). China emerging as key hub for agricultural innovation, says Syngenta CEO. ecns.cn Artificial intelligence (AI) and digital technologies are reshaping how food is produced, and China is emerging as an increasingly important hub for agricultural innovation and R&D, Syngenta Group Chief Executive Officer Jeff Rowe told Xinhua in an interview on the sidelines of the World Economic Forum Annual Meeting 2026.
(2026-01-24). Milwaukee Labor and Community Members Rally in Solidarity With Minneapolis! Stop ICE! wibailoutpeople.org 
(2026-01-24). US teen inspired by Isis pleads guilty to attempted murder of police officer. scmp.com A 17-year-old in the US who expressed interest in joining the Islamic State (Isis) has pleaded guilty to trying to kill one New Jersey police officer and attacking backup police with a knife. | Fasihullah Safar, of Alexandria, Virginia, would be sentenced as an adult on charges of attempted murder, aggravated assault, aggravated assault of a law enforcement officer and motor vehicle theft, Burlington County prosecutors said on Friday.
(2026-01-24). Xinjiang reports highest foreign trade growth in China. ecns.cn Xinjiang Uygur autonomous region recorded robust foreign trade growth in 2025, with total import and export value hitting a record 520.4 billion yuan ($74.7 billion), a year-on-year increase of 19.9 percent — the highest growth rate in China, according to Urumqi Customs District.
(2026-01-24). film industry is facing authoritarian catastrophe. how it can resist. haaretz.com What's unfolding in Israeli cinema is no passing storm. It's a sustained state effort to discipline those who tell unsanctioned stories. The real fight isn't over taste or funding, but over who gets to narrate reality at all ‚óè A roadmap for resisting an increasingly authoritarian system…
(2026-01-24). Boy loses arm in lion attack at Lahore breeding farm. tribune.com.pk 
An eight-year-old boy was critically injured after being attacked by a pet lion at a private breeding farm in the Sabzazar area of Lahore on Saturday, in yet another incident highlighting serious safety lapses involving captive wild animals in residential localities. | The incident occurred at the Dola Breeding Farm on 80-Feet Road in Sabzazar, owned by Umar Iqbal and Ali Iqbal. The child, Wajid Ali, had reportedly wandered close to the lion enclosure while playing when the animal attacked him, injuring his arm. | The child was taken to a local hospital, where the owners reportedly told doctors that the boy's…
(2026-01-24). Fugitive ex-PM alleges BD poll fraud. tribune.com.pk 1722940369-0/BeFunky-collage]__-(7)1722940369-0.jpg)
Bangladesh's fugitive former leader Sheikh Hasina alleged Friday that elections next month would not be free or fair, in her first public speech since being sentenced to death in absentia for crimes against humanity. | The South Asian nation of 170 million people votes on February 12 to choose new leadership after prolonged political turmoil following the overthrow of Hasina's autocratic government. | Hasina, 78, fled to neighbouring India in August 2024 after a student-led uprising ended her 15-year, iron-fisted rule, and has not been seen in public since. | Her speech is likely to further aggravate ties betw…
(2026-01-24). China urges Philippines to prevent officials 'stirring trouble'. ecns.cn China urged the Philippines on Thursday to refrain from indulging relevant officials to stir up trouble to avoid interrupting normal diplomatic exchanges between the two countries or causing greater damage to bilateral ties.
(2026-01-24). China intensifies crackdown on misuse of personal data. ecns.cn An official from the SPP's public interest litigation department said "justiciability" remains the core principle in handling personal information protection cases, ensuring targeted and standardized law enforcement.
(2026-01-24). 'Thank God' parents of PNG conjoined twins grateful they defied medical advice. asiapacificreport.nz By Margot Staunton, RNZ Pacific senior journalist The parents of rare conjoined twins say doctors in Papua New Guinea told them to take the boys home as they were beyond hope. "Thank God we [defied them] and we are where we are," the boys' dad Kevin Mitiam, who is also a twin, said in Tok…
(2026-01-24). Iran thanks Pakistan for opposing UN rights vote in Geneva. tribune.com.pk 
Iran's ambassador to Pakistan has publicly thanked Islamabad for opposing a United Nations Human Rights Council resolution that deepens international scrutiny of Tehran's crackdown on protests. | "I extend my sincere gratitude to the esteemed Government of the Islamic Republic of Pakistan, under the leadership of the Honorable Prime Minister, H.E. Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif, and the Deputy Prime Minister and Minister for Foreign Affairs, H.E. Muhammad Ishaq Dar," Iran's Ambassador Raza Amiri Moghadam said in a post on X. | I extend my sincere gratitude to the esteemed Government of the Islamic Republic of Pakista…
(2026-01-24). China, Finland to deepen trade ties during Finnish PM's upcoming visit: official. ecns.cn China's Ministry of Commerce said on Thursday it expects new momentum in bilateral economic and trade cooperation during Finnish Prime Minister Petteri Orpo's official visit to China from January 25 to 28.
(2026-01-24). Saturday 1/24: SLV Voices for Democracy. indybay.org Hwy 9 & 236, Boulder Creek…
(2026-01-24). Sunday 1/25: Stop the War on Kurdistan Protest. indybay.org San Francisco Civic Center…
(2026-01-24). Democrats vote to hand Trump hundreds of billions for immigration crackdown and global war. wsws.org As the Trump administration proceeds with the military police occupation of Minnesota in the face of mass resistance, and wages war all over the world, the majority of Democrats have joined with Republicans to pass a record military spending bill.
(2026-01-24). Chile's Julia Chuñil case: violent arrest of Mapuche leader's adult children fuels trial by media. wsws.org Interogation by Chile's infamous Carabineros can easily slip into torture to extract false testimony or confessions.
(2026-01-24). The EPA sets the value of human life and health at zero: A further comment. wsws.org By assigning zero economic value to lives saved through environmental protection while attributing full value to corporate profitability, the Trump administration is imposing the entire social and biological cost of production on the working class.
(2026-01-24). Watch: A tribute to Australian Trotskyist Ken Mantell. wsws.org On January 18, the Socialist Equality Party held a memorial meeting to celebrate the life of Ken Mantell, a member of the Trotskyist movement for more than 40 years.
(2026-01-24). Protest at Santa Clara Hilton Hotel Calls Out Enabling of ICE. indybay.org On January 23, a protest was held at the Santa Clara Hilton Hotel to call out the company's enabling of Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE). The action was one of many organized across the country in solidarity with the general strike called for January 23 in Minneapolis in response to ICE's fascist takeover of the city, and the killing of Renee Nicole Good on January 7.
(2026-01-24). Gauff fights back after wobble in AO. tribune.com.pk 
Coco Gauff survived a scare as she recovered from early serving problems and being a set down against fellow American Hailey Baptiste to reach the Australian Open last 16 on Friday. | The third seed won 3-6, 6-0, 6-3 and will face 19th seed Karolina Muchova of the Czech Republic for a place in the quarter-finals. | The 21-year-old Gauff is a two-time major champion but she has never gone beyond the last four at Melbourne Park. | "I did not change too much, I tried to get more first serves in," said Gauff, after being asked in her on-court interview what she did differently after struggling once more with her d…
(2026-01-24). Joint sitting passes bill on domestic abuse. tribune.com.pk 
The joint session of parliament on Friday passed three bills — the Daanish Schools Authority Bill 2025, the Human Rights (Amendment) Bill 2025, and the Domestic Violence (Prevention and Protection) Bill 2025 — amid protest by the opposition. | During the session, opposition members, led by opposition leaders in the Senate and National Assembly — Abbas and Mehmood Khan Achakzai — gathered near the speaker's dais and protested against the bills. | President Asif Ali Zardari had returned the bills last month despite their passage by parliament. | With regards to the Daanish Schools Authori…
(2026-01-24). Imaan Mazari alleges mistreatment as court hears tweet case via video link. tribune.com.pk 
Human rights lawyer Imaan Mazari and her husband, Advocate Hadi Ali Chattha, were produced before a district and sessions court in Islamabad through a video link on Saturday, where Mazari alleged mistreatment in custody and announced a boycott of the proceedings. | The hearing in the controversial tweet case was conducted by Additional District and Sessions Judge Muhammad Afzal Majoka. At the outset, the judge asked the accused whether they would begin cross-examination, noting that it was the final day for cross-examination in light of Islamabad High Court orders. | "Is the media present in court?" Mazari ask…
(2026-01-24). Iran must be held accountable for mass killings of protesters and restoration of Internet services. fidh.org The International Federation for Human Rights (FIDH), together with undersigned organisations, expresses grave concern over the Iranian authorities' nationwide repression of peaceful protests and their systematic use of lethal and excessive force against civilians. As Iran faces a deepening economic crisis, thousands of protesters have reportedly been killed, arbitrarily detained, or subjected to torture, while authorities have imposed an internet shutdown to conceal serious human rights (…) | – |
(2026-01-24). The death of a maternal health advocate brings mortality crisis of African American mothers into focus. wsws.org The recent death in childbirth of Dr. Janell Green Smith casts a grim light on the deplorable state of mortality among black mothers in America.
(2026-01-24). Up to 9 people killed in New Zealand landslides, flooding. wsws.org Questions are being raised about why a campground at Mount Maunganui, where a huge landslide buried six people, had not been evacuated earlier.
(2026-01-24). New Zealand Labour Party offers no alternative to austerity and war. wsws.org Opposition Labour Party leader Chris Hipkins' pledges to address the worsening social crisis are utterly hollow, as is his pretence of opposing US military interventions.
(2026-01-24). Wednesday 1/28: Boycott Chevron Virtual Action Training. indybay.org Zoom | uscpr.org/masscall…
(2026-01-24). Russian air attack kills 1, injures 23 in Ukraine while negotiators discuss ending war. scmp.com Russian strikes killed one person and injured 23 others in Ukraine's capital and the northeastern city of Kharkiv overnight, authorities said early on Saturday. | The country was under an air raid alert with military authorities in Kyiv warning of drones and ballistic missiles. | "Kyiv is under a massive enemy attack. Do not leave shelters!" Mayor Vitali Klitschko posted on Telegram, adding that several non-residential buildings had been hit.
(2026-01-24). China's Lens on Trump's Board: Fact Check — Unity Myth or Real Threat to UN? thinktank.pk Have you ever wondered how a single editorial can shape perceptions of global events, blending facts with interpretation to advance a particular worldview? What if we dissected a piece from Chinese state media, like the Global Times article titled "What do the international divisions surrounding the 'Board of Peace' reveal?", to see where truth holds …
(2026-01-24). Artist Iqbal Hussain passes away at age 75. tribune.com.pk 
Pakistani artist Iqbal Hussain passed away earlier this week at the age of 75. A graduate of the National College of Arts (NCA), he was best known for his uncompromising portrayals of life in Lahore's Heera Mandi, a subject he returned to throughout his career. | Born and raised in the historic neighbourhood, Hussain painted from lived experience, featuring women from the red-light district, without embellishment or moral commentary. | In one of the most referenced episodes of his life, Hussain's paintings were barred from being exhibited at Lahore's Alhamra Gallery due to their perceived impropriety. He respo…
(2026-01-24). Poll shows more Europeans view Trump as 'enemy' rather than 'friend'. radiohc.cu A new poll has found that in some of Europe's largest countries, more people see the US president as an "enemy" rather than a "friend" and ally of the Europeans. | According to the survey by geopolitical journal Le Grand Continent published today, more Europeans viewed Donald Trump as the "enemy of Europe" following his threats of seizing the mineral-rich Danish autonomous territory of Greenland by military force. | The poll suggests that Trump's threats against Greenland have turned the Europeans against the United States. | Interviews with more than 7,000 people in seven European countries, namely, Germany, Fra…
(2026-01-24). Kremlin says nearly 5 bln U.S. dollars in Russian assets frozen in U.S. ecns.cn Around five billion U.S. dollars in Russian assets were frozen in the United States by the previous administration, Kremlin Spokesman Dmitry Peskov said Friday.
(2026-01-24). Suicide bomber targets wedding party in DI Khan. tribune.com.pk 
A suicide bombing ripped through a wedding ceremony at the residence of peace committee leaders near Qureshi Mor in Dera Ismail Khan, killing five members of the peace committee and injuring seven others, police confirmed on Friday night. | District Police Officer Sajjad Ahmed Sahibzada, while sharing initial details with the media, said the attack took place during an ongoing wedding ceremony at the house of peace committee leaders. | He confirmed that five people were killed on the spot, while seven others sustained injuries and were rushed to the hospital for immediate medical treatment. | According to poli…
(2026-01-24). Saturday 1/31: Game Night Fundraiser. indybay.org Monterey Peace and Justice Center, 1364 Fremont Blvd., Seaside, CA 93955. between Sonoma Ave and Hamilton Ave. Ample, free street parking.
presstv.ir (2026-01-24). Minnesota protesters brave cold to rally against ICE in 'ICE OUT!' day of actionProtesters braved subfreezing temperatures in Minneapolis on Friday to rally against US Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE), joining what organizers billed as an "ICE OUT!" day of action.
Demonstrators marched through the city chanting and beating drums, saying the protest was part of a broader push that included business closures and walkouts across Minnesota, which some participants described as a general strike.
presstv.ir (2026-01-24). Minnesota protesters brave cold to rally against ICE in 'ICE OUT!' day of actionProtesters braved subfreezing temperatures in Minneapolis on Friday to rally against US Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE), joining what organizers billed as an "ICE OUT!" day of action.
Demonstrators marched through the city chanting and beating drums, saying the protest was part of a broader push that included business closures and walkouts across Minnesota, which some participants described as a general strike.
truthout.org (2026-01-23). Trump's Goal With "Board of Peace" Is to Replace UN With an Unaccountable EntityThe board's charter is an authoritarian dream for Trump and an Orwellian nightmare for the rest of the world.
hhs.gov (2026-01-23). United States Completes WHO WithdrawalThe U.S. Department of Health and Human Services and the U.S. Department of State today announced the United States' completion of its withdrawal from the World Health Organization (WHO) due to the organization's mishandling of the COVID-19 pandemic
truthout.org (2026-01-23). Kushner Reveals Dystopic Plan to Build Data Centers on Ruins of Gaza GenocideWhite House Adviser Jared Kushner revealed a neocolonial plan to transform Gaza into a home for luxury tourist resorts and data centers at the World Economic Forum on Thursday.
The plan has been widely condemned by human rights advocates, who say it is an an attempt to erase Palestinians by building a capitalist dystopia on the ruins of Israel's genocide.
aa.com.tr (2026-01-24). Israeli curfews, illegal settler attacks tighten pressure on West Bank civilians: UN humanitarian officeOCHA reports widespread movement restrictions, civilian deaths, mass displacement, growing food insecurity amid Israeli military operations, rising illegal settler violence
(2026-01-24). Why the US Is Scaling Back European Security Commitments. thinktank.pk Have you ever paused to consider how the foundations of international alliances, built over decades, might shift in response to new priorities? What if a nation's focus on its own homeland defense prompted questions about its commitments abroad? The recent changes in US military strategy and their ripple effects on Europe. whether defense cooperation has …
(2026-01-24). Uzbek delegation eyes trade beyond $114m. tribune.com.pk 
The All Pakistan Textile Mills Association (APTMA) and a visiting Uzbek trade delegation have agreed to work towards expanding bilateral trade beyond the current level of $114 million, with textiles identified as a priority sector. | According to a statement issued on Friday, the understanding was reached during a meeting held at APTMA House in Lahore on January 23, 2026, between members and office-bearers of APTMA and representatives of Uzbekistan's public and private sectors. | The Uzbek delegation included senior officials and business leaders and was received by APTMA Chairman Kamran Arshad and other senio…
(2026-01-24). Socialist Members of Argentine Parliament Support Minneapolis General Strike & Against ICE. indybay.org Socialist members of Argentina's parliament issued a statement and fought for the parliament to support the general strike in Minneapolis and also called for an end to ICE.
(2026-01-24). Single-digit rates re-enter market debate. tribune.com.pk 
After nearly four years of double-digit interest rates, Pakistan appears poised for a symbolic and economically significant shift, with expectations building that the State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) may bring the policy rate back into single-digit territory at the upcoming Monetary Policy Statement (MPS). | "Nearly four years after rates last dipped below 10% in March 2022, the idea of a single-digit policy rate is moving from a historical reference into the present debate," said Sana Tawfik. | "We believe the SBP is likely to deliver a 75bps cut in the upcoming MPS (Jan 26th), potentially taking the policy rate…
(2026-01-24). Briefing: Ensuring victims' rights in the future crimes against humanity convention. fidh.org The International Federation for Human Rights (FIDH), jointly with REDRESS and other organisations, voice their support for the adoption of a Convention on the prevention and punishment of crimes against humanity and make recommendations to ensure a victim-centred approach in the future Convention.
Paris, New York, 23 January 2026. As the first session of the Preparatory Committee for the United Nations Diplomatic Conference of Plenipotentiaries on Prevention and Punishment of Crimes (…) | – |
(2026-01-24). Seven dead, dozens missing after landslide in Indonesia's West Bandung. aljazeera.com Latest disaster comes weeks after deadly floods and landslides left more than 1,000 people dead in Indonesia's west.
(2026-01-24). UNHRC decries 'unprecedented' Iran crackdown. tribune.com.pk 
The UN Human Rights Council decided Friday to deepen its scrutiny of Iran over its crackdown on protests that left thousands dead, including children, amid demands it end its "brutal repression". | The 47-member body voiced alarm about "the unprecedented scale of the violent crackdown on peaceful protests by security forces" in Iran. | With 25 votes in favour, seven opposed and the rest abstaining, it decided to extend and broaden the mandate of independent investigators gathering evidence towards ensuring accountability for rights violations in the country. | "A climate of fear and systematic impunity cannot…
(2026-01-24). Daily Mail Trial: British People Say Press Standards Haven't Improved Since Phone Hacking Scandal. bylinetimes.com British people believe standards in the UK press have not improved since the phone hacking scandal 15 years ago, with seven-in-ten voters demanding the industry be independently regulated for the first time, according to a new poll. | The survey conducted by pollsters Opinium for the Press Justice Project charity, found that 54% of those surveyed said press standards either haven't improved or have got worse over the past decade, with a further 71% saying the press should now be regulated by a body independent from the industry and politicians. | Voters want publications to be more accountable for inaccurate r…
(2026-01-24). Arsenal faces Manchester United in big game this weekend as Guehi makes Man City debut. independent.co.ug 
LONDON, UK | Xinhua | Arsenal defends its seven-point lead at the top of the Premier League when Manchester United visits the Emirates Stadium in the biggest game of the weekend. Michal Carrick's side travels south with the morale boost of having beaten Manchester City in last Sunday's derby, but has a difficult task to …
(2026-01-24). Friday 1/23: ICE Out for Good Mendocino Coast – MN Solidarity Day of Action. indybay.org 343 N Main St (sidewalk in front of Guest House Museum), Fort Bragg…
(2026-01-24). China's AI edge driven by scale and openness: Moonshot AI president. ecns.cn China's openness to new technologies has repeatedly enabled it to absorb and translate innovation across successive waves of technological change, said Moonshot AI President Zhang Yutong at the 2026 World Economic Forum in Davos, during a panel discussion with CGTN anchor Guan Xin.
(2026-01-24). Wednesday 2/4: Christians in Palestine: Film Screening and In-Person Discussion with Mother Agapia. indybay.org Morgan Hill Community and Cultural Center | 17000 Monterey Road | Morgan Hill, CA 95037…
(2026-01-24). "We Ran from Monsters:" Germany now deporting Yazidi Refugees from ISIL to Limbo. juancole.com By (The Conversation) — The sun burns down on a small village less than 20 miles north-east of Mosul, Iraq. Milisia, 14, and her sister Madlin, 13, greet me at the gate in flawless, almost accent-free German. They lead me into the yard of a grey, rectangular, one-story building where their family rents a single room. | We sit in the heat, joined by their mother and two younge…
(2026-01-24). Judge Stops Trump from Deporting Noncitizens for Pro-Palestinian Advocacy. juancole.com — | A case challenging the Trump administration's policy of ideological deportation.: | BOSTON (January 22, 2026)—Judge William G. Young of the U.S. District Court for the District of Massachusetts today issued an order restricting the Trump administration's ability to deport noncitizen students and faculty members for their pro-Palestinian advocacy, in a case brought by the Knight…
(2026-01-24). China's Olympic champions Sui, Han top pairs short program at Four Continents Championships in Beijing. ecns.cn China's 2022 Winter Olympics gold medalists Sui Wenjing and Han Cong finished first in the pairs short program at the ISU Figure Skating Four Continents Championships on home ice in Beijing on Thursday.
(2026-01-24). France seizes suspected Russian shadow fleet tanker. albawaba.com ALBAWABA- French naval forces intercepted and boarded the oil tanker Grinch in the western Mediterranean between Spain and Morocco, in a high-profile enforcement of international sanctions on Russian oil exports.French officials said the vessel was suspected of being part of Russia's so-called "shadow fleet," a network of tankers used to circumvent Western restrictions. The Grinch was carrying crude oil loaded in Murmansk, northwestern Russia, and was sailing under a false flag. President Emmanuel Macron announced on X that the operation was conducted on the high seas in coordination with allies, including the Un…
(2026-01-24). Friday 1/23: San Jose: Stop ICE Terror – Solidarity with Minneapolis. indybay.org San Jose City Hall, 200 E Santa Clara St, San Jose…
(2026-01-24). IP protection for new fields to improve. ecns.cn China will improve intellectual property protection in new and emerging fields, especially those connected with artificial intelligence, and push for the formulation of international IP rules for such segments in 2026, officials from China's top IP regulator said on Friday.
(2026-01-24). MKE LABOR stands with MN! ICE Out of Our Cities! wibailoutpeople.org 
(2026-01-24). 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 (…) | – |
(2026-01-24). Luxury brands debut at renovated Taikoo Li Sanlitun in Beijing. ecns.cn Several global luxury brands, including Dior, Louis Vuitton, and Tiffany &Co., have opened flagship stores at Beijing's Taikoo Li Sanlitun following the completion of a major phase of the shopping district's renovation, Beijing News reported on Thursday.
(2026-01-24). Contaminated milk powder likely source of ByHeart baby formula botulism outbreak: FDA. scmp.com Powdered whole milk used to make ByHeart infant formula could be a source of contamination that led to an outbreak of botulism that has sickened dozens of babies, according to US health officials. | Testing by the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) found the type of bacteria that could cause the illness in two samples linked to the formula, officials said on Friday.
(2026-01-24). Spain refuses to join Trump's so-called 'Board of Peace' over breach of international law. radiohc.cu Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez has announced that his country will be declining Donald Trump's invitation to join the planned "Board of Peace", citing its divergence from international law and failure to include the Palestinian Authority. | "The future of Palestine as a whole should be settled by Palestinians," Sanchez said in a speech at the EU's headquarters in Brussels on Thursday. | Spain joins a number of US allies, including the UK and France, who have indicated hesitation at joining the board at this time. | Meanwhile, Trump rescinded Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney's invitation to the board, via…
(2026-01-24). Ukraine's two largest cities under Russian attack, 13 injured. newarab.com 
(2026-01-24). Xi greets To Lam on election as Vietnam party leader. ecns.cn Xi Jinping, general secretary of the Communist Party of China Central Committee, extended congratulations on Friday to To Lam on his election as general secretary of the Communist Party of Vietnam Central Committee.
(2026-01-24). TikTok bypasses US Ban with creation of American entity. albawaba.com ALBAWABA — TikTok's Chinese parent company, ByteDance, has struck a deal to establish a new U.S.-based joint venture. This new entity will have American partners holding a controlling stake, a move that effectively resolves years of political and legal turmoil surrounding the app's future in the U.S., and narrowly sidesteps a potential nationwide ban.The new TikTok entity will cater to over 200 million users and 7.5 million businesses in the U.S. It will operate under what the company calls stringent data security and content moderation protocols.American and international investors will collectively hold t…
(2026-01-24). INTERNSHIP WITH THE INTERNATIONAL FEDERATION FOR HUMAN RIGHTS (FIDH) – PERMANENT REPRESENTATION TO THE INTERNATIONAL CRIMINAL COURT (ICC) – THE HAGUE, NETHERLANDS. fidh.org CONTEXT :
| 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, (…) | – |
(2026-01-24). Nael Barghouti: The longest-held political prisoner in the world. albawaba.com ALBAWABA — Nael Barghouti, often called the world's longest-held political prisoner, has a life story defined by land, defiance, and decades spent behind bars. Known to Palestinians as the "dean of prisoners," Barghouti has endured over 44 years in Israeli prisons, spread over several periods of imprisonment. | Born in October 1957 in the village of Kobar, just north of Ramallah, Barghouti's childhood was spent among olive groves and citrus orchards. His formative years coincided with Israel's 1967 occupation of the West Bank, an event that sparked his political consciousness. As a boy, he joined other vill…
(2026-01-24). County Wide Walkouts to Resist Fascism in Nevada County. indybay.org Students across Nevada County walked out January 20th to resist fascism at the federal level and in the school board.
(2026-01-24). IMF chief praises PM as a 'man of words'. tribune.com.pk 
International Monetary Fund (IMF) Managing Director Kristalina Georgieva praised the government on Friday for "seriously" embracing reforms under its programme requirements, saying it was already yielding results. | Speaking to 'Pakistan TV Digital' on the sidelines of the 56th annual meeting of the World Economic Forum in Davos, Georgieva said: "Pakistani government has seriously embraced reforms and the fruits of action are already there. | "We are finally seeing the budget discipline bringing resources that can be deployed to improve lives of people." | She said she looked forward to the continued implement…
(2026-01-24). Suicide bombing rocks wedding celebrations in Pakistan's Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, seven killed. ptcnews.tv PTC News Desk: At least seven people lost their lives and 25 others were injured after a suicide bomber detonated an explosive vest during a wedding ceremony in Pakistan's volatile Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province on Friday. | The attack took place at the home of Noor Alam Mehsud, a pro-government community figure in Dera Ismail Khan district, according to local police. The explosion triggered chaos at the crowded event, leaving debris and blood scattered across the scene. Guests were reportedly dancing when the blast occurred, and the impact caused the roof to collapse, complicating rescue operations and trapping se…
(2026-01-24). Momodou Taal detained and interrogated by UK police at Heathrow Airport. wsws.org Gambian-British citizen and Cornell University graduate student Momodou Taal was detained and questioned by UK police on Friday under Schedule 7 of the Terrorism Act 2000 in violation of his rights.
(2026-01-24). Iran warns any US attack will be treated as 'all-out war'. tribune.com.pk 
Iran will treat any attack "as an all-out war against us," a senior Iranian official said on Friday, ahead of the arrival of a US military aircraft carrier strike group and other assets in the Middle East in the coming days. | "This military buildup – we hope it is not intended for real confrontation – but our military is ready for the worst-case scenario. This is why everything is on high alert in Iran," said the senior Iranian official, speaking on condition of anonymity. | "This time we will treat any attack – limited, unlimited, surgical, kinetic, whatever they call it – as an all-out war against us, and w…
(2026-01-24). Any strike will mean 'all-out war': Iran warns as US sends 'armada' to Middle East. geo.tv 
The world's largest warship, US aircraft carrier USS Gerald R. Ford, on its way out of the Oslofjord at Nesodden and Bygdoy, Norway, September 17, 2025. — ReutersOfficial says Iran is on high alert after US military buildup in ME.Even limited or 'surgical' strike to trigger…
(2026-01-24). Shanghai braces for record passenger numbers during Spring Festival. ecns.cn Record high travel demand is anticipated during this year's Spring Festival travel rush in Shanghai, with the city projected to handle approximately 49.15 million passenger trips.
(2026-01-24). Air France, KLM pause flights to Middle East, including Dubai, Israel. aljazeera.com Air France and KLM announce pauses as Trump says 'armada' of US warships heading towards Middle East.
(2026-01-24). NUP, NRM Nearly Share City Hall Councilor Seats in Kampala. plusnews.ug 
The opposition National Unity Platform (NUP) has, this time, almost shared the number of Kampala City Hall councillor positions with the ruling National Resistance Movement (NRM), following the 2026 local government elections. According to results declared by the District Electoral Commission, outcomes from the five city divisions for directly elected city councillors show that NUP secured …
(2026-01-24). HUD Secretary Scott Turner is grilled by Congresswoman Maxine Waters. indybay.org Convicted felon President Donald J. Trump, and HUD Secretary Scott Turner…
(2026-01-24). Monday 1/26: Reject Alameda Health Layoffs and Closures. indybay.org 1221 Oak St. 5th floor…
(2026-01-24). Russian passenger flight makes emergency landing in Lanzhou. ecns.cn A Russian passenger aircraft carrying 246 people made a successful emergency landing at Lanzhou Zhongchuan International Airport in Gansu province on Friday after issuing a distress signal while flying over Chinese airspace, airport authorities said.
(2026-01-24). Russian air attack kills 1, injures 15 in Ukraine while negotiators discuss ending war. scmp.com Russian strikes killed one person and injured at least 15 others in Ukraine's capital and the northeastern city of Kharkiv overnight, authorities said early on Saturday. | The country was under an air raid alert with military authorities in Kyiv warning of drones and ballistic missiles. | "Kyiv is under a massive enemy attack. Do not leave shelters!" Mayor Vitali Klitschko posted on Telegram, adding that several non-residential buildings had been hit.
(2026-01-24). 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 (…) | – |
(2026-01-24). Honor launches new smartphone as it eyes expansion in local market. ecns.cn Chinese tech company Honor unveiled its latest smartphone, Magic 8 Pro Air, in its latest push to expand its presence in the home market despite intensified competition.
(2026-01-24). TikTok inks joint venture deal for U.S. operations. ecns.cn In a bid to avert a potential U.S. ban over so-called security concerns, popular social media platform TikTok announced on Friday that it had closed a deal to establish a majority United States-owned joint venture to run its U.S. operations.
(2026-01-24). Peace Talks Proceed as Russian Missiles Strike Ukrainian Cities. thinktank.pk Russia launched a wave of drone and missile attacks across Ukraine overnight, killing at least one person and injuring 23 others, even as Russian, Ukrainian and US delegations continued rare trilateral talks aimed at ending the nearly three-year-long war. The strikes targeted major urban centres including Kyiv and Kharkiv, damaging civilian infrastructure, residential areas and …
(2026-01-24). ICE, The Class War in Minneapolis & The General Strike with Professor August Nimtz. indybay.org There is growing working class action in Minneapolis and Minnesota against the occupation and attacks by ICE goons. This program looks at what is happening now and the 1934 general strike and the growing class struggle in Minnesota and nationally along with the role of the Democrats…
(2026-01-24). UK 'grooming gang' trial halted over concerns about jurors watching TV show. geo.tv 
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(2026-01-24). Iran: Oral statement at the United Nations Human Rights Council. fidh.org On 23 January 2026, the International Federation for Human Rights (FIDH) delivered a statement during the 39th Special Session of the United Nations (UN) Human Rights Council on the deteriorating human rights situation in Iran. The statement highlighted the Iranian government's "extraordinarily harsh crackdown" on protesters, which included thousands of summary killings and arbitrary detentions, and called for the release of all those detained in connection with the protests. Read the (…) | – |
(2026-01-24). China offering certainty to the world: Former IMF deputy director. ecns.cn China offers certainty amidst global uncertainty, observed Zhu Min, former International Monetary Fund (IMF) deputy managing director, in an interview with CGTN's He Jingyi at the 2026 World Economic Forum annual meeting in Davos, Switzerland. He highlighted how China's 15th Five-Year Plan priorities — from AI and domestic demand to services and manufacturing — align with worldwide trends, attracting international businesses that are seeking stability in turbulent times.
(2026-01-24). 'We Got Us' March Demands 'ICE OUT' and Action From New Mexico State Legislation. unicornriot.ninja 
(2026-01-24). WHYY Newscast for Friday 7:00 p.m. whyy.org The latest local headlines from WHYY…
(2026-01-24). Heavy snowfall paralyses northern Pakistan, army launches rescues. tribune.com.pk 
Continuous snowfall and severe cold weather in Pakistan's upper regions have badly disrupted daily life, with several feet of snow reported across Azad Jammu and Kashmir, Khyber-Pakhtunkhwa and Gilgit-Baltistan, officials said on Saturday. | The extreme weather has led to the closure of major and connecting roads, disruption of power supply and hundreds of people being stranded. Landslides and avalanches have been reported at multiple locations, while large-scale rescue and relief operations are being carried out by the Pakistan Army and the civil administration. | Authorities have warned that the intense cold…
(2026-01-24). Russian airstrike kills one, injures 15 in Kyiv; Kharkiv hit with 25 drones. tribune.com.pk 
Russia attacked Ukraine's two largest cities, Kyiv and Kharkiv, early on Saturday, officials said, with one person killed and at least 15 injured. | Kyiv Mayor Vitali Klitschko said one person was killed in the capital city and four were injured, including three being treated in hospital. | Klitschko said the strikes had triggered fires in districts on either side of the Dnipro River, which bisects the capital. He said heating and water supplies had been disrupted in parts of the city east of the river. | Ukraine's air force said both drones and missiles had been deployed in the assault on the capital. | Tymur…
(2026-01-24). Reeling Napoli face Juventus. tribune.com.pk 
Napoli are reeling ahead of Sunday's clash with fierce rivals Juventus after more European disappointment left the Serie A title holders on the brink of being eliminated from the Champions League. | Trailing leaders Inter Milan by six points ahead of their trip to Turin, Napoli have to pick themselves up after a poor 1-1 draw at 10-man FC Copenhagen. | Scott McTominay's goal, which came shortly after Thomas Delaney was sent off for Copenhagen towards the end of the first half, looked to have sent Napoli on the way to a key win for their hopes of securing a play-off berth. | Instead Napoli were pegged back and…
(2026-01-24). China not about to approve Tesla self-driving tech soon, source. ecns.cn Recent foreign media reports touting imminent approval for Tesla's Full Self-Driving (FSD) technology in China are inaccurate, a Chinese government source has said.
(2026-01-24). Tens of Thousands in Minneapolis and St. Paul, MN Strike, Join Picket Lines, Shut Down Businesses and Rally January 23, 2026. wibailoutpeople.org 
(2026-01-24). Extreme heat triggers AO match suspensions. tribune.com.pk 
Extreme heat triggered the suspension of matches on outside courts at the Australian Open on Saturday and briefly held up champion Jannik Sinner before he battled into the last 16. | Players and spectators roasted on day seven at Melbourne Park, where temperatures were forecast to soar to 40C. | The tournament has a Heat Stress Scale of 1-5, with five the highest. | It hit five in the early afternoon, when it was about 36C, prompting the suspension. | The third-round meeting between Sinner and the American Eliot Spizzirri at Rod Laver Arena stopped for about 10 minutes, allowing time for the roof to close. | I…
(2026-01-24). All Out for NYC Nurses for Single Payer & A General Strike – No Medicare Advantage. indybay.org 15,000 NYC nurses have been forced on strike and are facing a massive union busting. The entire working class needs to be mobilized to join them on the picket line and shutdown New York City to win the strike. The scabs are being supported by Democratic NY governor Hochul is supporting the scabs and NYC union bureaucrats are supporting the healthcare insurance companies and medicare advantage. Some are even getting paid by them to…
(2026-01-24). Beijing prosecutors enhance contribution to urban development, people's livelihoods. ecns.cn Thanks to better handling of public interest cases, Beijing prosecutors have significantly strengthened their supervisory role in contributing to urban development and the improvement of people's livelihoods over the past decade.
(2026-01-24). High-speed train hub eases journeys. ecns.cn Beijing Chaoyang Railway Station, the high-speed rail gateway linking the capital with North and Northeast China, has seen steady growth in passenger traffic and service capacity since it opened on Jan 22, 2021.
(2026-01-24). Saturday 2/7: Passing Through. indybay.org 323 10th St. @ Folsom (SoMa), San Francisco, CA 94103…
(2026-01-24). Days of action to Free Ahmad Sa'adat. workers.org 
The following is from a call for action by Samidoun Palestine Prisoners Solidarity Network. January 15 marks the 24th anniversary of the abduction of Palestinian liberation movement leader Ahmad Sa'adat, the General Secretary of the Popular Front for the Liberation of Palestine, by the so-called "Palestinian Authority" (PA) under its . . . |
(2026-01-24). Sunday 2/1: The Voice of Hind Rajab Film Screening and Q&A with Actor Clara Khoury. indybay.org Arab American Cultural Center | 3968 Twilight Drive | San Jose, CA 95124…
(2026-01-24). Novel pay systems to aid medical access. ecns.cn China has pledged to improve the convenience and efficiency of healthcare insurance payments over the next three years, the National Healthcare Security Administration said on Thursday.
(2026-01-24). Wednesday 1/28: Enough Is Enough; Stand Up to ICE!!! indybay.org On January 28, students at Overfelt High School in San Jose will walk out of their classes at 2: 40 PM and meet at the quad. At 3: 00 PM, we will begin a peaceful walk toward Story Rd & King Rd. Community members may also meet us there at 3: 30 PM. The protest will continue peacefully at that location for several hours.
(2026-01-24). EC Sets Tuesday for Fresh Elections in Three Constituencies. plusnews.ug 
The Electoral Commission (EC) has set Tuesday, January 27, 2026, as the polling date for the election of Directly Elected Members of Parliament in constituencies where voting was earlier suspended due to electoral irregularities. The affected areas include Kibanda North Constituency in Kiryandongo District, Ibanda Municipality in Ibanda District, and 18 polling stations in Ajuri County …
(2026-01-24). Snow cripples K-P, 9 dead in Chitral. tribune.com.pk 
A powerful spell of snowfall has crippled daily life across large parts of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, cutting off road links, knocking out electricity and communication networks, and triggering a deadly avalanche in Lower Chitral that claimed nine lives, officials said on Friday. | Meanwhile, authorities warned that another spell of rain and snow is expected early next week under a fresh westerly system. | In Shangla district, torrential snowfall brought life to a complete standstill as both mountainous and plain areas were blanketed in snow. | Power supply, telephone services, internet connectivity and operations of…
(2026-01-24). 150 IS detainees transferred to Iraq. tribune.com.pk 
Europeans were among 150 senior Islamic State group detainees transferred this week by the US military from Kurdish custody in Syria to neighbouring Iraq, whose premier urged EU countries to repatriate their nationals. | They were among an estimated 7,000 jihadists due to be moved to Iraq as the Kurdish-led force that has held them for years relinquishes swathes of territory to the advancing Syrian army. | In 2014, IS swept across Syria and Iraq, committing massacres and forcing women and girls into sexual slavery, but backed by a US-led coalition, the Kurdish-led Syrian Democratic Forces (SDF) ultimately defe…
(2026-01-24). Danish PM visits Greenland, vows support in 'difficult time'. ecns.cn Danish Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen on Friday delivered a brief statement to the media during her visit to Nuuk, capital of Greenland, stressing solidarity and a shared political future within the Danish realm.
(2026-01-24). Philly MLK march: Fight racism and imperialism. workers.org 
About 75 activists marched from Malcolm X Park to Clark Park in West Philadelphia on Jan. 19 in the militant anti-racist and anti-imperialist tradition of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. The theme of the event was "Honor Dr. King! Fight racism at home, fight imperialism abroad." WW Photo: Joe Piette . . . |
(2026-01-24). West Virginia ICE protest. workers.org 
Dozens of protesters came out on the campus of Marshall University in Huntington, West Virginia, on Jan. 17 with signs and chants protesting Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE). There's been an uptick in ICE activity in the state recently, with restaurants and other workplaces closing. Credit: Benji Pyles The community . . . |
(2026-01-24). Cold wave grips Karachi for third day as temperatures dip to 6.5 ∞C. tribune.com.pk 
(2026-01-24). Saturday 1/24: Virtual screening of the film "The Hidden War on Palestinian Women: Checkpoint Diaries" indybay.org Zoom | us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_cHJ0……
(2026-01-24). Iran will treat any attack as 'all-out war against us': official. newarab.com 
(2026-01-24). Israel Police to provide $64 compensation to three Palestinians held in an illegal detention facility. haaretz.com The three were held at the Bnei Brak police station, which is not authorized to detain prisoners, for three days until a judge ordered their release and the disbursement of meager compensation which, at the police's request, will be delayed for 45 days…
(2026-01-24). Minnesota General Strike unites labor and community against ICE. peoplesworld.org 
MINNEAPOLIS—"When injustice becomes policy, something else happens, too. The people will rise up because the only alternative is surrender…and I don't think Minnesota is going to surrender." Those were the words of Service Employees International Union President April Verrett speaking to the tens of thousands who demonstrated in downtown Minneapolis on Friday for the Truth …
(2026-01-24). Greenland in exchange for Kyiv? Inside the "Disturbing deal" feared between Trump and Putin. albawaba.com ALBAWABA — European officials and analysts are expressing unease about a possible U.S.—Russia arrangement. They worry it could tie the fate of Greenland to the conflict in Ukraine, a situation some are calling a troubling agreement between U.S. President Donald Trump and Russian President Vladimir Putin.European diplomatic sources indicate that the scenario being considered involves Moscow orchestrating a military or political crisis concerning Greenland, which is still under Danish control. The ensuing strain would then lead Washington to intervene, using NATO as a cover, and increasing its military…
(2026-01-24). Brutal Tyson Foods restructuring leaves nearly 5,000 jobless in Lexington, Nebraska and Amarillo, Texas. wsws.org Meatpacker Tyson has shut its Lexington beef plant eliminating 3,212 jobs and laid off another 1,761 in Amarillo, reducing the plant to one-shift.
(2026-01-24). 10 big things about China you should not miss (Jan. 18- Jan. 24). ecns.cn China's economy grew 5.0% in 2025, meeting the government's annual growth target, official data showed on Monday. | Gross domestic product reached 140.19 trillion yuan ($20.12 trillion) last year, according to the National Bureau of Statistics (NBS).
(2026-01-24). Barcola's winner sends PSG top despite lack of 'confidence'. tribune.com.pk 
Coach Luis Enrique said that Paris Saint-Germain lacked confidence despite Bradley Barcola's deft chipped finish sending the champions back to the top of Ligue 1 with a 1-0 win away to Auxerre on Friday. | The 23-year-old winger had been the main threat as PSG peppered the home goal throughout the 90 minutes. | But until Barcola struck 10 minutes from time, it looked as if the hosts would hold out for a 0-0 draw against their illustrious visitors for the second year in a row, thanks in part to a mostly-inspired display by Auxerre goalkeeper Donovan Leon. | Luis Enrique was unimpressed with what he saw, despite…
(2026-01-24). South Korea's Developing Net Zero Debacle. wattsupwiththat.com Neglectful of the economic wreckage that net zero policies have wrought in the U.K. and Germany, economic powerhouse South Korea has declared war on coal and liquified natural gas (LNG) to pursue more aggressive reductions of greenhouse gas emissions.
(2026-01-24). Seven dead, 82 missing as landslide hits West Java in Indonesia. tribune.com.pk 
Seven people have died, and 82 are missing after a landslide hit in Indonesia's West Java province, Indonesia's disaster mitigation agency said on Saturday, amid reports of heavy rain in the area. | A local official said the landslide struck a village inthe West Bandung region. | "The number of missing persons is high, we will try to optimise our search and rescue efforts today," Abdul Muhari, the agency spokesperson, told Reuters. | Indonesia's weather agency had previously warned of extreme weather, including heavy rains in West Java province for a week from Friday, local outlet Kompas.com reported. | This s…
(2026-01-24). Inter Milan fight back to beat Pisa 6-2. tribune.com.pk 
Inter Milan found themselves two goals down to relegation-battling Pisa but fought back to earn a 6-2 win at the San Siro on Saturday, as the hosts continue to set the pace at the top of the Serie A standings. | Stefano Moreo scored twice to put Pisa 2-0 up, the first thanks to a howler from goalkeeper Yann Sommer, but Inter were ahead by the break. Piotr Zielinski converted a penalty and Lautaro Martinez and Francesco Pio Esposito both scored with headers. | Inter missed plenty of chances to put Pisa away in the second half before Federico Dimarco found the net eight minutes from time, with Ange-Yoan Bonny an…
(2026-01-24). NUP's Balimwezo Clinches Kampala Lord Mayor Seat in Landslide Victory. plusnews.ug 
Ronald Balimwezo Nsubuga, the National Unity Platform (NUP) flag bearer, has been declared the new Kampala Lord Mayor after a decisive victory over eight contenders, including long-serving incumbent Erias Lukwago. Balimwezo was declared winner by the Kampala District Returning Officer, Jennifer Kyobutungi, shortly before midnight at the Kampala District Tally Centre at Makerere University Business …
(2026-01-24). Sunday 1/25: Wood Street Commons Basic Needs Outreach – Come Volunteer (Oakland). indybay.org San Pablo Ave & West Grand Ave | Oakland, CA | BART: 19th Station ⚪ walk 1 block on 19th, then 6 blocks up San Pablo…
(2026-01-24). Old Bonespurs Spits on Graves of European NATO Soldiers who gave Lives for US in Afghanistan. juancole.com Ann Arbor (Informed Comment) — In an interview with Fox "News" in Davos, Switzerland, President Donald J. Trump a.k.a. "Old Bonespurs" and "Five-time-Deferment," smeared the European NATO soldiers who gave their lives in Afghanistan to defend the United States. | The president said, | "I've always said, 'Will they be there, if we ever needed them?' And that's really the ultimate test. And I'm not sure of that. I know that we would have been there, or we would be there, but will they be there? We've never needed them. We have never really asked anything of them. You know, they'll say they sent some troops to…
(2026-01-24). US: Indian man arrested for killing wife, three relatives in Atlanta Suburb, kids hit in closet. ptcnews.tv PTC Web Desk: An Indian-origin man has been taken into custody in the United States after allegedly shooting dead his wife and three other family members during what the police have described as a domestic dispute.The accused has been identified as 51-year-old Vijay Kumar, who was arrested after a manhunt early Friday morning in Gwinnett County, Georgia. Authorities said the incident came to light around 2.30 am when the police received an emergency call reporting gunfire at a residence on Brook Ivy Court.When officers reached the location, they found four adults inside the house, all suffering from fatal gunsho…
(2026-01-24). Lower Dir's Mohammad Sayyam Takes Center Stage in Harare. thinktank.pk The rise of young talent in cricket often tells a compelling story of overcoming odds. What do you think makes a journey from a small town with limited resources to representing the nation at a global youth tournament so inspiring? Consider the case of Mohammad Sayyam, a 17-year-old left-arm fast bowler from Lower Dir, Khyber …
(2026-01-24). New Ukrainian Defense Minister reveals scale of desertions, draft dodgers. wsws.org Fedorov's comments underscore that beneath the propaganda and government lies, huge numbers of Ukrainian working class youth refuse to sacrifice their lives in the ongoing imperialist proxy war.
(2026-01-24). The Brain Microplastics Claim and the Collapse of Scientific Restraint. wattsupwiththat.com the episode will stand as another example of how easily scientific restraint is abandoned when a frightening story is available for the telling.
(2026-01-24). Turmoil in Japanese bond market. wsws.org Trading in the market on Tuesday was described as some of the most "chaotic" seen in years.
(2026-01-24). Paul Robeson passed away 50 years ago today. indybay.org Image of Paul Robeson:…
(2026-01-24). Thursday 1/29: Webinar: Resistance Report from Minnesota. indybay.org Zoom Webinar – Advance Registration Required | Register here: bit.ly/MN0129…
(2026-01-24). TikTok establishes new U.S. joint venture to avoid American ban. ecns.cn TikTok announced on Thursday the establishment of a joint venture, TikTok U.S. Data Security Joint Venture LLC (TikTok USDS JV), a new entity with majority American ownership. The company will manage data protection, algorithm security, content moderation and software assurance for TikTok's U.S. operations.
(2026-01-24). Sunday 2/1: Boycott Chevron Picket. indybay.org Temescal Chevron | 5500 Telegraph Avenue | Telegraph & 55th, Oakland…
(2026-01-24). Minneapolis: Thousands Rally at Downtown Arena to Demand: ICE Out Now! Money for People's Needs Now! wibailoutpeople.org 
(2026-01-24). The January 23 mass protests in Minneapolis mark a turning point in the fight against dictatorship. wsws.org The demand for mass coordinated action has emerged not from trade union officials or politicians but from below.
(2026-01-24). Balimwezo is the new Kampala Lord Mayor. independent.co.ug 
Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Ronald Balimwezo Nsubuga, the National Unity Platform (NUP) flag bearer, has been declared the new Kampala Lord Mayor after a decisive victory over eight contenders, including long-serving incumbent Erias Lukwago. Balimwezo was declared winner by the Kampala District Returning Officer, Jennifer Kyobutungi, shortly before midnight at the Kampala District …
(2026-01-24). ICE Out of Bay! SF Rally with Minneapolis & US Struggle Against ICE Occupation, Murders. indybay.org Hundreds of unionists and community members rallied in in solidarity with the Minneapolis strike against ICE and against the murderous attacks by the ICE getstapo agents around the country.
(2026-01-24). Rebuilding livelihoods for conflict-affected families in northeast Nigeria. icrc.org
(2026-01-24). Yemen: The ICRC stands ready to support detainee releases between conflict parties following agreement. icrc.org
(2026-01-24). Democratic Republic of the Congo: Violence in South Kivu forces thousands of families to flee. icrc.org
(2026-01-24). Uganda: Suspension of at least seven human rights NGOs ahead of general elections. fidh.org
(2026-01-24). Chad: Sudanese families separated by conflict find hope one phone call at a time. icrc.org
(2026-01-24). Senior Iranian official: Iran will treat any U.S. attack as war against. haaretz.com
(2026-01-24). Somalia: Rebuilding life beyond the emergency. icrc.org
(2026-01-24). Complementing existing protections in armed conflicts and other situations of violence. icrc.org
(2026-01-24). Merz in Davos: A call for European great-power politics under German leadership. wsws.org
(2026-01-24). Uganda: Repression threatens election credibility. fidh.org
(2026-01-24). Results of the ICRC Writing Competition VI: Upholding Humanity. icrc.org
(2026-01-24). Statement on meetings on protected persons in the Russia-Ukraine international armed conflict. icrc.org
(2026-01-24). Syria: ICRC concerned over worsening humanitarian situation. icrc.org
(2026-01-24). Central African Republic: Humanitarian situation remains alarming in south-east of the country. icrc.org
(2026-01-24). Frequently Asked Questions: International Armed Conflict (IAC). icrc.org
(2026-01-24). More Than a Competition: The Journey of Uganda's IHL Moot Court Winners. icrc.org
(2026-01-24). Egypt: Cairo hosts the 13th Regional Meeting for Arab National Committees on International Humanitarian Law. icrc.org
(2026-01-24). Somalia: One year on, families reeling from conflict in Puntland. icrc.org
(2026-01-24). The ICRC in 2025: On the front line for humanity, always. icrc.org
(2026-01-24). From New York to Beijing: Calls to galvanize political commitment to international humanitarian law. icrc.org
(2026-01-24). Cambodia-Thailand: ICRC supports release and repatriation of 18 prisoners of war. icrc.org
(2026-01-24). Iran: Over 30 NGOs raise alarm over dire situation for detained human rights defenders amid rising protest death toll. fidh.org
(2026-01-24). Azerbaijan – Armenia: ICRC representatives travel to Azerbaijan to visit persons detained in relation to the conflict. icrc.org
(2026-01-24). ICRC voices: Dispatch from Darfur. icrc.org
(2026-01-24). Uganda: Arbitrary detention of Dr. Sarah Bireete ahead of general elections. fidh.org
(2026-01-24). Afghanistan: A visual journey through Afghanistan's humanitarian challenges and ICRC's humanitarian response. icrc.org
(2026-01-24). Frequently asked questions: ICRC's work in the Philippines. icrc.org
(2026-01-24). Frequently asked questions about the ICRC's work in Jordan. icrc.org
(2026-01-24). Management of the Dead in Emergencies: Training of Trainer Course Held in Luzhou, Sichuan. icrc.org
(2026-01-24). Panamá: Solidarios con Cuba convocan a la unidad en defensa de la isla. radiohc.cu Grupos fraternos con Cuba en Panamá convocaron este viernes a la unidad de los diversos colectivos en defensa de la soberanía de la isla, ante amenazas de la actual administración de Estados Unidos. | En un acto conmemorativo por el aniversario 173 del natalicio del Héroe Nacional José Martí (1853-1895), celebrado en la Universidad de Panamá y encabezado por el embajador de la nación caribeña en el istmo, Orestes Pérez, líderes de esas agrupaciones resaltaron la importancia de la cohesión ante medidas que arrecian el criminal bloqueo económico, comercial y financiero, impuesto por Washington hace más de seis déca…
(2026-01-24). EEUU: Declaran emergencia en más de una decena de estados por intensa tormenta invernal. radiohc.cu Una intensa y extensa tormenta invernal, formada en las Montañas Rocosas, se extiende por cerca de la mitad de Estados Unidos, amenazando con fuertes nevadas, temperaturas extremadamente bajas y la formación de capas de hielo "catastróficas". | Cerca de 230 millones de personas en casi los 50 estados son afectadas, mientras se han declarado hasta el momento más de una decena en emergencia: Nueva York, Arkansas, Alabama, Carolina del Norte, Carolina del Sur, Georgia, Luisiana, Maryland, Misisipi-Misuri, Pensilvania, Tennessee, Texas y Washington D.C. | Se prevé que la tormenta invernal alcance la costa este entre…
(2026-01-24). TikTok finalmente se queda en EEUU. radiohc.cu Finalmente TikTok, hoy la red social más popular dentro de Estados Unidos, seguirá operando en el país tras concretarse una venta a un grupo de inversores no chinos, lo que cierra el capítulo de una larga batalla política y legal. | La operación, anunciada oficialmente por ByteDance, empresa matriz con sede en Beijing, pone un pare a la prohibición definitiva de la aplicación, garantizando que puedan seguir utilizándola en el país alrededor de 200 millones de usuarios. | Con el acuerdo, más del 80 por ciento de la nueva entidad quedará bajo control de inversores extranjeros no chinos como Oracle, Silver Lake, MGX…
(2026-01-24). Colombia y EE.UU. perfilan detalles para reunión entre sus presidentes. radiohc.cu La canciller de Colombia, Rosa Yolanda Villavicencio Mapy sostuvo este viernes un diálogo telefónico con el secretario de Estado de EE.UU., Marco Rubio, para coordinar la visita del presidente Gustavo Petro a Washington, el próximo 3 de febrero. | Según informó el Ministerio de Relaciones Exteriores de la nación suramericana, la conversación fue calificada por ambas partes como "muy positiva". | Villavicencio le reafirmó a Rubio el interés del Gobierno colombiano de que el encuentro presidencial sea exitoso y se confirmó que "al señor presidente Petro se le proveerán todas las garantías propias de una visita de u…
(2026-01-24). El pensamiento de la barbarie. cubadebate.cu El fracaso en el intento vulgar de ser amado, compensado con la admiración y el temor ajeno, engendra monstruos. De ahí nace el pensamiento de la barbarie: una ideología construida no desde el amor por lo que se es —una criatura compleja, histórica y falible—, sino desde el odio disfrazado de amor por lo que se hace: imponer, simplificar, dominar.
(2026-01-24). Pleno del PCC en Matanzas define compromisos para 2026. radiohc.cu El Pleno Extraordinario del Comité Provincial del Partido Comunista de Cuba (PCC) en Matanzas realizó un análisis autocrítico de sus resultados en 2025 y definió estrategias de trabajo para el año que recién comenzó, con la presencia de Miguel Díaz-Canel, primer secretario del Comité Central del PCC y presidente de la República. | Al encuentro también asistió Roberto Morales Ojeda, miembro del Buró Político y secretario de Organización del Comité Central. | Se evaluaron las principales dificultades del territorio y se trazaron compromisos para enfrentar los desafíos del 2026, en correspondencia con los acuerdos d…
(2026-01-24). Industriales toma la delantera ante Huracanes en los playoffs de la 64 SNB. cubadebate.cu En un cerrado duelo, Leones de Industriales venció 1×0 a Huracanes de Mayabeque y se adelantó 2-1 en el play off de cuartos de final de la 64 Serie Nacional de Beisbol.
(2026-01-24). Lula confirma su candidatura a la presidencia de Brasil y resalta papel histórico del MST. radiohc.cu El presidente brasileño, Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva confirmó este viernes su candidatura a la reelección y defendió su proyecto político, al tiempo que destacó el papel histórico del Movimiento de los Trabajadores Rurales Sin Tierra (MST). | Ante más de tres mil miembros del MST, en la clausura del XIV Encuentro Nacional de la organización en Salvador, Bahía, Lula afirmó: Prepárense, porque queremos la presidencia por cuarta vez y vamos a contender las elecciones este año". | Miembro del Partido de los Trabajadores, el dignatario aseveró que el proceso electoral de cara a los comicios de octubre próximo será decisi…
(2026-01-24). Cuba enfatiza en el cambio de mentalidad para enfrentar desafíos económicos en Pleno Extraordinario en Cienfuegos. cubadebate.cu En Pleno Extraordinario del Partido en Cienfuegos, las máximas autoridades cubanas, encabezadas por Miguel Díaz-Canel y Roberto Morales Ojeda, identificaron la transformación de la mentalidad y la participación activa de la base como claves para superar la situación. Los debates se centraron en prioridades nacionales como la producción de alimentos, la generación de divisas y la lucha contra la corrupción.
(2026-01-24). EE.UU. ataca otro barco en el Pacífico oriental y causa dos muertos. radiohc.cu 
El Comando Sur de EE.UU. informó este viernes que realizó un ´ataque cinético letal ª contra una pequeña embarcación en el Pacífico oriental, que provocó la muerte de dos personas. | En su perfil de X, la entidad militar emitió el siguiente comunicado: | ´El 23 de enero, bajo la dirección de Pete Hegseth, la Fuerza de Tarea Conjunta 'Southern Spear' realizó un ataque cinético letal contra un buque operado por Organizaciones Terroristas Designadas ª. | El organismo indicó que como consecuencia del ataque murieron dos personas que iban a bordo de la lancha, a las que se tildó de ´narco…
(2026-01-24). Saturday 1/24: Justice for Ronald Tinsley – Protest & Vigil. indybay.org Corner of Palm Ave and Del Monte Blvd, Marina…
(2026-01-23). Ahsan Iqbal defends Pakistan's decision to join Trump's Board of Peace. tribune.com.pk 
Planning Minister Ahsan Iqbal on Friday responded to remarks made by JUI-F chief Maulana Fazlur Rehman, defending Pakistan's decision to join the Board of Peace and emphasising that the country's participation strengthens efforts to support peace in Gaza and the broader Muslim world. | Pakistan accepted Trump's invitation to join his Board of Peace, a new international mechanism aimed at supporting the implementation of the Gaza Peace Plan, a day ago. The Foreign Office did not provide details about the composition of the Board of Peace or its operational modalities, but officials indicated that the forum was…
(2026-01-23). Trump launches 'Board of Peace' for Gaza ceasefire, eyes wider global role. tribune.com.pk 
US President Donald Trump on Thursday launched his Board of Peace, initially aimed at solidifying the fragile Gaza ceasefire, but which he envisions taking on a broader role, raising concerns among other global powers. Trump said the board would coordinate with the United Nations. | Trump, who will chair the board, invited dozens of world leaders to join, stating that he wants it to address challenges beyond Gaza, stirring misgivings that it could undermine the UN's role as the primary platform for global diplomacy and conflict resolution. | Regional powers, including Turkey, Egypt, Saudi Arabia, and Qatar, al…
(2026-01-23). Gaza war docudrama The Voice of Hind Rajab nominated for Academy Award. aljazeera.com The film draws on real audio from the 5-year-old's call with emergency services as her family came under Israeli fire.
(2026-01-23). Israel massacres children, journalists in Gaza during "ceasefire" electronicintifada.net Israeli forces bulldoze UN compound in occupied East Jerusalem.
(2026-01-23). Kerfuffle in NA as opposition slams govt over Gaza board. tribune.com.pk 
Pakistan's decision to join the US President Donald Trump-led Board of Peace on Gaza sparked a heated debate in the National Assembly on Thursday, with opposition parties accusing the government of bypassing parliament and questioning the credibility of a forum that includes Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. | Lawmakers demanded disclosure of the board's terms and greater parliamentary oversight on foreign policy decisions, while the government defended the move as being in line with United Nations resolutions and Pakistan's long-standing support for Palestinian rights. | Jamiat Ulema-e-Islam Fazl (JU…
(2026-01-23). What we know so far about the reopening of Gaza's Rafah crossing. newarab.com 
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(2026-01-23). House Republicans Barely Defeat Another Venezuela War Powers Resolution. truthout.org The latest in a series of congressional efforts to rein in President Donald Trump's military aggression against Venezuela failed Thursday as Republican lawmakers again defeated a war powers resolution by the tightest possible margin. House lawmakers voted 215-215 on H.Con.Res.68 — introduced last month by Rep. James McGovern (D-Mass.) — which "directs the president to remove US armed forces… |
(2026-01-23). Across the globe, views vary about world vision. al-monitor.com Donald Trump is shaping a new world order of empires and coercion, from Venezuela to Greenland and through his newly created "Board of Peace, shattering…
(2026-01-23). The resistance to Trump is growing. cpusa.org 
Originally published in The kidnapping of President Nicolas Maduro and military invasion of Venezuela by U.S. military units is a continuation of the Monroe Doctrine's legacy, heavily influenced by the Southern aristocracy's eagerness to expand slavery nearly two centuries ago. | The extension of slavery was precisely the issue that led to the American Civil War, the bloodiest in our country's history. | "The very places that are under attack are all [U.S.] spaces that are l…
(2026-01-23). Watch: Trump brags about capturing Maduro, defeating ISIS and NATO agreeing to 5% defence spending. hindustantimes.com At Davos on Day 2, Donald Trump leaned into a high‚Äëoctane victory lap on foreign policy, claiming credit for "capturing" Venezuela's Nicolás Maduro, defeating ISIS, and pressuring NATO allies to agree to a 5% defence‚Äëspending benchmark. The remarks were framed as proof of Trump's "strength-first" approach—using coercive leverage, hard deadlines, and public pressure to force outcomes on adversaries and allies alike—while also signalling that his second-term agenda will keep prioritising security, burden-sharing, and rapid, headline-driven deals.
(2026-01-23). Roaming Charges: Are We Not Men? No, We Are DAVOS. counterpunch.org 
Trump left for the elite meet-and-greet at Davos in one of his manic phases. He'd just spent the previous two days trash-talking, bragging about his Venezuelan coup, boasting over pocketing the revenue from Venezuelan oil in offshore accounts, lobbing invasion threats against allies, brandishing new tariffs as if they were hypersonic weapons, badmouthing his rivals, trolling his political enemies, and serial-posting of memes depicting himself as the latest conquistador of the New World. The Re-Conquistador.
(2026-01-23). Join the Week of Resistance to Disrupt the U.S. War Machine: January 23rd-31st. afgj.org 
Stop the War on Venezuela! Free President Maduro and Cilia Flores! ICE Out of Our Communities! Join the International Online Mass Rally: January 25, 2 PM EST To Register for the Rally: Click HERE All Out for a Week of Protests: January 23 — January 31 To List Your Action: Click HERE International Online Mass…
(2026-01-23). General Padrino López: Venezuela was a laboratory for unknown weapons used by the United States military. radiohc.cu The Vice President for Defense and Sovereignty, General-in-Chief Vladimir Padrino López, stated this Thursday that "Venezuela was the laboratory for using unknown weapons," referring to the military aggression carried out by the United States on January 3, 2026, which left more than one hundred dead, including civilians and military personnel, and culminated in the illegal kidnapping of President Nicolás Maduro and First Lady Cilia Flores. | During the handover ceremony for the command of the military academies, held at Fort Tiuna, Caracas, Padrino López pointed out that the weapons used "had never before been us…
(2026-01-23). Condemn the U.S. bombing of Venezuela! Free President Nicolás Maduro and Cilia Flores NOW! iacenter.org CLICK HERE FOR PROTESTS IN THE UNITED STATES AND AROUND THE WORLD — CONTINUOUSLY UPDATED U.S. aggression against the sovereign country of Venezuela is nothing more or less than an act of piracy with not one iota of justification. It is a war crime against the people of Venezuela, against all the peoples of Latin America and the Caribbean and in the end is also a crime against the workers and oppressed peoples of the United States. Credit: Samidoun Palestinian Prisoner Solidarity Network The current White House is occupied by a particularly vile and corrupt war criminal who is surrounded by sycophants with l…
(2026-01-23). Siempre viva la solidaridad con Cuba. radiohc.cu Cuba despierta solidaridad en el mundo, como ha quedado evidenciado una vez más, ante el discurso agresivo e injerencista del presidente estadounidense, Donald Trump, contra la nación caribeña. | Tras la violación de la soberanía de Venezuela y el secuestro de su presidente constitucional Nicolás Maduro, el inquilino de la Casa Blanca arremetió una vez más contra Cuba, con amenazas, incluída una posible agresión. | Gobiernos de distintos paises, como China, respaldaron a Cuba en la defensa de su soberanía y seguridad nacionales. | Asimismo, ciudadanos de diversas naciones y organizaciones políticas y sociales rep…
(2026-01-23). Destacado periodista Walter Martínez falleció en Venezuela. radiohc.cu El ministro de Comunicación e Información de Venezuela, Miguel àÅngel Pérez Pirela informó este jueves en Caracas del fallecimiento del destacado periodista Walter Martínez, conductor del programa televisivo Dossier. | En su cuenta de la red social Telegram, el escritor y filósofo señaló: Ha partido de nuestra querida, contaminada y única nave espacial Walter Martínez". | Pérez Pirela señaló que Walter consolidó un estilo único, fundamentado en el rigor académico y una capacidad excepcional para descifrar la geopolítica global. | Significó que, a través de su labor, acercó realidades distantes a los hogares…
(2026-01-23). Venezuela and its Economic and Social Development. radiohc.cu By Hedelberto López Blanch * / Special Collaboration for Resumen Latinoamericano | In 2025, Venezuela became the country with the highest economic growth and the greatest increase in social benefits for its population, despite the constant harassment and illegal extortion, euphemistically called "sanctions," imposed by the U.S. regime. | This is the example for Latin America that the administration of convicted President Donald Trump seeks to destroy. On January 3, he launched an illegal and treacherous bombing campaign against civilian and military sites, including Fort Tiuna and the neighborhoods of El Valle, L…
(2026-01-23). In Davos debut, Musk highlights key China advantage in AI race. scmp.com The economic benefits of China's abundant and cheap supply of electricity were recognised by US tech billionaire Elon Musk and other speakers at the World Economic Forum in Davos, Switzerland, on Thursday. | As the United States and the European Union contemplate how to catch up, Tesla CEO Musk said the artificial intelligence (AI) industry was facing an energy bottleneck around the globe — with AI chips being produced rapidly and electricity output struggling to keep up — apart from the notable…
(2026-01-23). Can the Kiev regime really kill 50,000 Russian soldiers per month. infobrics.org According to the latest updates from a NATO propaganda asset Mediazona, the total number of confirmed Russian losses is just over 163,000, up from 93,000 KIA listed at the end of 2024. This would mean that the Russian military's casualties grew by approximately 6,000 per month during 2025, nearly six times less than what the Neo-Nazi junta is claiming.
(2026-01-23). Department Of Homeland Security's New Gulfstream Jet Emerges. twz.com 
(2026-01-23). Is Trump making China great again? peoplesworld.org 
"Make China Great Again!" That was the headline the European Council on Foreign Relations (ECFR) gave to the analysis of its latest survey on global politics, conducted in November 2025 in 21 countries worldwide. No, the think tank, which is part of Europe's foreign policy establishment, was by no means advocating support for China's historic …
(2026-01-23). The transition to net-zero emissions is a tax on the air you breathe. onlineopinion.com.au Nonscientists Al Gore, John Kerry, Barack Obama, and Bill Gates support taxing the gas of life — CO2…
(2026-01-23). Major urban renovation restores Xi'an's ancient moat. ecns.cn The comprehensive renovation project (phase II) in Xi'an, Shaanxi province, marked a historic milestone recently as the railway station section of the ancient moat was officially refilled with water.
(2026-01-23). eThekwini Municipality calls for arts and culture grant-in-aid applications. sanews.gov.za eThekwini Municipality calls for arts and culture grant-in-aid applications | The eThekwini Municipality's Recreation and Parks Directorate has invited registered and eligible non-profit organisations (NPOs), non-government organisations (NGOs) and non-profit companies (NPCs) in the performing arts and culture sectors to apply for Grant-In-Aid (GIA) funding for the 2025/26 financial year. | The funding programme, aligned with the municipality's Integrated Development Plan (IDP), is aimed at providing financial and material support to community-based organisations that promote performing arts and cultural programm…
(2026-01-23). Tokelau airport project scrapped despite multi-million dollar design. asiapacificreport.nz By Kaya Selby, RNZ Pacific journalist New Zealand has scrapped a project to build an airport in Tokelau after sinking NZ$3 million into the design phase. A spokesperson for the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Trade told RNZ Pacific that the Tokelau government had been advised of their decision. Tokelau is completely inaccessible by plane,…
(2026-01-23). Snowfall paralyses Pakistan's northern regions, kills two in Balochistan. tribune.com.pk 
Severe snowfall across the country's upper areas has paralysed daily life, leaving tourists stranded and claiming two lives in a traffic accident caused by slippery road conditions. | Heavy snowfall has severely disrupted life across the upper regions, according to Express News. Link roads remain closed at multiple locations, trapping both local populations and tourists, while intense cold and hazardous driving conditions continue to hamper traffic flow. | Northern Balochistan remains in the grip of a continuing snowstorm. Dozens of vehicles are stranded on the Quetta—Ziarat highway, with over 100 tourist…
(2026-01-23). Punjab CM warns of strict penalties for illegal kite-flying during Basant. tribune.com.pk 
Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz has announced that strict penalties will be enforced during the upcoming three-day Basant festival from February 6 to 8, warning that anyone caught flying kites outside the designated dates or violating safety rules could face fines, imprisonment, or other legal action. | Speaking at a high-level meeting on the festival on Friday, the CM said the event will be launched on the night of February 6, with formal celebrations beginning on February 7. | "I want to return happiness to the people of Punjab," she said, arguing that the public had been pushed away from recreation and c…
(2026-01-23). The Dynamics of the India—Russia Partnership — Interview. infobrics.org Executive President of the Indian Business Alliance (IBA), Sammy Manoj Kotwani, discusses the landmark moment in deepening Russian-Indian collaboration…
(2026-01-23). High-Stakes Ukraine-Russia Talks in Abu Dhabi. devdiscourse.com The inaugural session of negotiations between Ukraine and Russia, facilitated by the United States, wrapped up on Friday in Abu Dhabi. A source familiar with the proceedings confirmed the meeting but withheld specific information.
(2026-01-23). The iron duo: Robots help secure power veins on central China's icy peaks. ecns.cn On the frozen peaks of Niuji Mountain near Suizhou City, a battle against nature is unfolding. As a brutal cold wave gripped central China this week, thick layers of ice threatened to snap the 800-kilovolt Shan-Wu line — a critical energy artery that channels power from the north to the south.
(2026-01-23). Friday 1/23: Gays to on January 23: Solidarity with Minneapolis. indybay.org Castro Memorial Corner, 501 Castro Street…
(2026-01-23). Gold jumps to $4,923 per ounce as local prices hit all-time high. tribune.com.pk 
Prices of gold and silver surged to record levels in both international and local markets on Friday. In the global bullion market, the price of gold rose sharply by $91 per ounce, reaching a new high of $4,923 per ounce. | In the domestic market, the price of gold per tola increased by Rs9,100 to a record Rs514,662, while the price per 10 grams rose by Rs7,802 to Rs441,239. | Silver also saw significant gains, with the price per tola climbing Rs372 to Rs10,275, and the price per 10 grams rising from Rs319 to Rs8,809. | Read: Gold per tola drops Rs800 as bullion prices slide | On Thursday, gold and silver price…
(2026-01-23). Expert compares Belarusian, Ukrainian leadership approaches to coping with heavy snow. eng.belta.by Speaking about the experience of handling the aftermath of heavy snow, Nikolai Azarov shared a situation he encountered while heading the government.
(2026-01-23). Preserving The Legacy Of Martin Luther King And The Black Radical Tradition. popularresistance.org Last week, the House of Representatives passed H.R. 7006, the Financial Services and General Government and National Security, Department of State, and Related Programs Appropriations Act, 2026. The bill provides roughly $6.77 billion for the State Department's Foreign Military Financing (FMF) program, which includes at least $3.3 billion in grants for Israel that would be disbursed within 30 days of the bill's enactment for the specific purpose of increasing the zionist ethnostate's advanced weapons systems, which will further assist in its "Greater Israel" pogrom of genocide, ethnic cleansing, and ever more lan…
(2026-01-23). Biathlon Commonwealth Cup leg kicks off in Raubichi. eng.belta.by More than 80 biathletes have entered the competition, including Olympic medalists, world championship podium finishers, and World Cup stage medalists.
(2026-01-23). Development of integrated circuit sector sketched out in Guangzhou. ecns.cn The latest phase of CanSemi Technology Inc's project in Guangzhou Development District was launched on Thursday.CanSemi Technology Inc launched the latest stage of its project to expand the integrated circuit sector in the southern Chinese metropolis of Guangzhou on Thursday.
(2026-01-23). Selective outrage and erosion of sovereignty. strategic-culture.su By Kweku AMPIAH | Join us on , , and . | Contact us: | Europe's collective response to Russia's full-scale invasion of Ukraine has been…
(2026-01-23). Did the US give Greenland back to Denmark? Trump omits history at Davos. aljazeera.com Although the United States defended Greenland during World War II, it never ruled the territory.
(2026-01-23). Workers Struggles: Asia, Australia and the Pacific. wsws.org India: Tamil Nadu school midday meal workers strike; Bangladeshi tannery workers demand fixed wages; Qantas workers in Sydney strike for new work agreement; New Zealand firefighters continue nationwide strike action.
(2026-01-23). Why Trump's Davos farce may come to be seen as a watershed. scmp.com In a week marked by the first anniversary of Donald Trump's second inauguration as US president and a Davos-based melodrama over his ambitions to own Greenland, it is perhaps timely to review this first year of Trump 2.0 and look into the second. | First, one has to be in awe of the frenetic energy of Trump, who celebrates his 80th birthday in June. Whatever one makes of his meandering, insulting, overbearing and frequently inaccurate address in Davos, made right off his flights from Washington,…
(2026-01-23). Nullify the Police State: The People's Veto to Rein in a Lawless Government. globalresearch.ca We are living through a period of open lawlessness at the highest levels of government.
(2026-01-23). Jeffrey Sachs: Every Nation in the World Should Reject Trump's Absurd and Dangerous 'Board of Peace'. scheerpost.com " In one of the scariest moments in modern history, we're doing our best at ScheerPost to pierce the fog of lies that conceal it but we need some help to pay our writers and staff. Please consider a By…
(2026-01-23). MCBC Calls for Transparency and Accountability Following Fatal Police Shooting of Ronald Tinsley, II. indybay.org Community Leaders Calling for Truth, Due Process, and Community Trust in the Wake of Police Use of Deadly Force…
(2026-01-23). Belarus' PM stresses financial stability as he introduces new head to Finance Ministry staff. eng.belta.by Belarusian Prime Minister Aleksandr Turchin introduced the new head to the Finance Ministry staff on 23 January.
(2026-01-23). Nigeria Continues Path towards BRICS Membership and Independent Foreign Policy. globalresearch.ca In a recent statement, Nigeria's Foreign Minister, Yusuf Tuggar, announced the country's intention to join BRICS as a full member in the coming years. With over 230 million people and the largest GDP on the continent, the African nation has …
(2026-01-23). As New York nurses' strike reaches a critical junction, workers and physicians across the US call for broader struggle. wsws.org As negotiations resume under mediation, New York City nurses remain on strike amid escalating retaliation by hospital management, including unlawful terminations and the use of strikebreakers.
(2026-01-23). Trump's MAGA militia strategy and the erosion of restraint. independentaustralia.net 
(2026-01-23). Why the Middle East fears a US-Israel attack on Iran. asiapacificreport.nz COMMENTARY: By Giorgio Cafiero US President Donald Trump has faced mounting pressure to respond militarily to Iran's crackdown on protesters across the country. Although Trump has, for the moment, refrained from authorising a strike, a military operation against Iran remains a distinct possibility. US officials indicate that another critical decision point may arise in the…
(2026-01-23). Imaan, Hadi arrested, whereabouts unknown: Shireen Mazari. tribune.com.pk Islamabad Police arrested human rights lawyer Imaan Mazari and advocate Hadi Ali Chattha on Friday near the underpass outside Serena Hotel while they were on their way to the district session court. | Their current whereabouts remain unknown. Former federal minister Shireen Mazari called the arrests "fascism at its peak" on X, adding that the duo had been "put in separate cars and taken away to unknown locations". | Imaan @ImaanZHazir and Hadi @AdvHadiali have been arrested and put in separate cars and taken away to unknown locations – no fir shown and bar sadly could do nothing. Fascism at its peak. Emasculat…
(2026-01-23). ICC rejects Bangladesh appeal as Scotland put on standby. tribune.com.pk 
The International Cricket Council's Dispute Resolution Committee (DRC) has declined to hear Bangladesh's appeal against the decision to stage the national men's team's T20 World Cup 2026 matches in India, leaving the door open for Scotland to replace them if the standoff persists. | The Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) had approached the ICC's DRC in a last-ditch attempt to overturn a ruling by the ICC Board of Directors, which voted overwhelmingly to keep Bangladesh's group matches in India following an independent security assessment. However, ICC officials said the appeal falls outside the committee's remit a…
(2026-01-23). Ryan Wedding arrested: ex-Olympian fugitive on FBI's 'most wanted' list caught in Mexico. scmp.com Ryan Wedding, a former Olympic snowboarder for Canada who was among the FBI's top fugitives and faces charges related to multinational drug trafficking and the killing of a federal witness, was arrested on Friday, two people familiar with the matter told Associated Press. | Wedding, 44, is accused of running a drug trafficking operation and officials say he orchestrated several killings to further the drug crimes. He was on the FBI's 10 Most Wanted list and authorities had offered a US$15 million…
(2026-01-23). Bunker Talk: Let's Talk About All The Things We Did And Didn't Cover This Week. twz.com Welcome to Bunker Talk. This is a weekend open discussion post for the best commenting crew on the net, in which we can chat about all the stuff that went on this week that we didn't cover. We can also talk about the stuff we did or whatever else grabs your interest. In other words, it's an off-topic thread. | This week's second caption reads: | U.S. Navy Adm. Rich Correll, commander, U.S. Strategic Command, enters a launch control center at Malmstrom Air Force Base, Montana, Dec. 15, 2025. Correll took command of USSTRATCOM on Dec. 5, 2025, after serving as the deputy commander for three years. Malmstrom is t…
(2026-01-23). Trump Administration Considers Full Oil Blockade on Cuba. devdiscourse.com The Trump administration is deliberating on implementing a complete blockade on oil imports to Cuba, with the aim of inducing regime change in the Caribbean nation, according to reports by Politico.
(2026-01-23). SBP forex reserves cross $16b. tribune.com.pk 
Pakistan's foreign exchange reserves recorded a modest weekly increase, with the State Bank of Pakistan's (SBP) holdings rising by $16 million to $16.0877 billion in the week ending January 16, 2026, according to official data released on Thursday. The improvement lifted the country's total liquid foreign reserves, which combine central bank buffers and commercial bank holdings, to $21.2582 billion. Of this, $16.0877 billion is held by the SBP, while commercial banks hold net foreign reserves of $5.1705 billion. | Meanwhile, after nearly four years of double-digit returns in Pakistan's fixed-income market, T-b…
(2026-01-23). Volfovich: President personally puts units on combat alert. eng.belta.by "The specific feature [of the ongoing inspection of the Armed Forces] is that the president is personally putting military units on combat alert, bypassing the Defense Ministry and the General Staff," said Aleksandr Volfovich.
(2026-01-23). Market Swings: Wall Street's Rollercoaster Amid Intel Plunge and Earnings Anticipation. devdiscourse.com The Dow Jones Industrial Average and S&P 500 concluded a tumultuous week with mixed results after Intel's downturn cooled investor risk appetite. Although geopolitical instability continues to spark volatility, traders maintain faith in the strength of the U.S. economy.
(2026-01-23). Here are four ways Zohran Mamdani can end financial support in New York City for Israeli settlements, and he must act soon. mondoweiss.net 
Zohran Mamdani has the legal tools to end the Israeli settlement funding and sales pipeline in New York City — now, he just needs the political will to act.
(2026-01-23). Petition filed in LHC over fatal kite-string incident in Lahore. tribune.com.pk 
(2026-01-23). NRM Breaks UPC Strongholds, Clinches Kwania and Apac LCV Seats. plusnews.ug 
The National Resistance Movement (NRM) has won two LCV Chairperson seats in the traditionally Uganda People's Congress (UPC) strongholds of Kwania and Apac districts. In Kwania District, results declared by Returning Officer Sarah Kezia Birungi show that George Kakoma Akaca, the NRM candidate, won the LCV Chairperson seat with 27,612 votes, defeating UPC's Patrick Ogwang …
(2026-01-23). More RRR, interest rate cuts in 2026 to spur growth: China's central bank governor. ecns.cn China's central bank will continue to implement a moderately loose monetary policy in 2026, and will utilize tools such as reserve requirement ratio (RRR) cuts and interest rate reductions to ensure liquidity remains sufficient, according to Pan Gongsheng, Governor of the People's Bank of China (PBOC).
(2026-01-23). Pisilli's brace propels Roma past Stuttgart. tribune.com.pk 
AS Roma took a big step towards qualifying for the Europa League last 16 with a 2-0 win over VfB Stuttgart on Thursday, after Aston Villa and Olympique Lyonnais had earlier become the first teams through to the knockout stage. | Roma midfielder Niccolo Pisilli slotted in to give his side the lead shortly before halftime and added another in stoppage time to seal the win. | Disturbances in the stands marred many of the evening matches. In France, tensions escalated between Nice fans and Go Ahead Eagles supporters, prompting security forces to intervene for several minutes before order was restored, with Nice ul…
(2026-01-23). MTZ adopts 3D scanning technology. eng.belta.by To date, the department's specialists have scanned about 15 standard product types and are now ready to disseminate the experience of using 3D scanning technology across the entire plant and conduct relevant training for department employees.
(2026-01-23). Hunger, death, devastation: No respite in Tigray a year after US aid cuts. aljazeera.com In Ethiopia, once largest recipient of USAID funds in sub-Saharan Africa, many left with 'little humanitarian support'.
(2026-01-23). Connecticut: Prospect Medical Holdings bankruptcy devastates care at 3 safety-net hospitals. wsws.org Prospect filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy in January 2025, leaving a trail of broken equipment, more than $100 million in unpaid state taxes, and devastating patient care, leaving safety-net institutions like Manchester Memorial, Rockville General and Waterbury Hospital reeling from long-term neglect and infrastructure gaps.
(2026-01-23). 5-year-old child detained by US Immigration officers in Minnesota, sent to Texas with father; school says he was used as 'bait'. ptcnews.tv PTC Web Desk: A 5-year-old boy from Minnesota was taken by US immigration officers along with his father and sent to a detention centre in Texas. The incident has shocked the local community and | 5-year-old child detained by US Immigration officers in Minnesota, sent to Texas with father; school says he was used as 'bait'
(2026-01-23). As German Gas Storage Dips Dangerously Low…Shortage Hardly Avoidable. wattsupwiththat.com If Germany's cold January continues as forecasts suggest, natural gas rationing will be likely.
(2026-01-23). 32 firms are producing half the world's CO2 emissions — let that sink. thecanary.co 
In 2024, a cadre of 32 fossil fuel companies had been producing half the world's CO2 emissions, a new study has found. Of course, people are consuming that CO2 via those companies. But energy is a daily essential. The climate crisis requires systemic change in the form of a publicly owned Green New Deal, to […] | By
(2026-01-23). Pakistan's cost of doing business 34% higher than region: PBF. tribune.com.pk 
Pakistan's business community is facing a serious competitiveness crisis as the cost of doing business is 34% higher than in regional economies, severely undermining the ability of local industries to compete in international markets, Pakistan Business Forum (PBF) Chief Organiser Ahmad Jawad said on Thursday. | According to a statement, Jawad attributed the widening cost gap to irrational taxation, high electricity and gas tariffs, and persistent currency instability. He said Pakistani exporters have been unable to match regional competitors, resulting in stagnant exports since 2022. | Briefing the media, Jawa…
(2026-01-23). The military is babying F-35s to hide their true cost to taxpayers. responsiblestatecraft.org Are the military services babying the F-35 to obscure its true costs while continuing to get enormous sums of taxpayer funding for a plane that has consistently failed to live up to performance expectations?From the very beginning, the F-35 program has been plagued by hundreds of billions of dollars in
(2026-01-23). Davos – Moscow – Abu Dhabi. What we know about the new round of negotiations on Ukraine. eng.belta.by In this BelTA's review, we break down the meetings in Davos and Moscow and look ahead to the upcoming talks in Abu Dhabi.
(2026-01-23). Hebei's 'ancient pressure cooker' setting internet ablaze. ecns.cn But the real ingenuity lies in the tripod's lid, which was designed with a simple flip-and-twist lock with animal-shaped latches to create a remarkably tight seal.This design allowed steam to be trapped so food could be cooked faster in high pressure, a principle that is still adopted in modern devices.
(2026-01-23). Shooting kills 3, injures 1 in Australia's New South Wales. albawaba.com ALBAWABA – A shooting attack took place in a town in New South Wales state in Australia on Thursday, killing three people, the police announced, adding that another person was injured.A statement was released by the Australian police that emergency services rushed to the location at Lake Cargelligo at 4: 40 p.m. following reports of a shooting. Three people — two women and a man — were killed at the scene of the crime, and one other man was taken to the hospital in serious but stable condition.The police are investigating whether this was carried out by an individual or more, who appeared to be at larg…
(2026-01-23). Key events define Sino-EU ties in 2025. ecns.cn Key events have defined China-EU relations in 2025, with experts calling on both sides to addressing each other's concerns through dialogue and cooperation amid geopolitical challenges."ÄÄ"ÄÄ1.
(2026-01-23). Belarus, India discuss cooperation expansion. eng.belta.by According to the Belarusian Ministry of Foreign Affairs, the first deputy minister emphasized Belarus' readiness to work actively with New Delhi within India's presidency in BRICS in 2026.
(2026-01-23). US officially exits WHO, leaves behind millions in unpaid dues; health body loses its largest donor. ptcnews.tv PTC Web Desk: The United States has formally completed its withdrawal from the World Health Organization (WHO), ending its association with the United Nations' health agency a year after President Donald Trump ordered the move during the start of his second term.With the exit now final, Washington has halted all financial contributions to the WHO and recalled its personnel from the agency's headquarters and regional offices across the world. According to officials cited in international media reports, the withdrawal leaves behind unpaid dues estimated at around $260 million.The US Department of Health and Human…
(2026-01-23). Belarus to raise minimum subsistence budget on 1 February. eng.belta.by The new minimum subsistence budget will be valid until 30 April 2026.
(2026-01-23). Far-right Reform UK, leading polls, prepares a cabinet of war and austerity for British capitalism. wsws.org For the ruling class, it is essential that Reform be ready to hit the ground running with an agenda for slashing welfare and overall public spending, while vastly increasing military spending with the proceeds.
(2026-01-23). Starbucks strike in third month. workers.org 
The longest strike in the history of Starbucks has entered its third month. While some strikers have returned to work, including those at the Ohio stores, other workers have recently joined the strike. The three main demands — better hourly wages, better schedules and resolution of the hundreds of Unfair . . . |
(2026-01-23). UK's Starmer slams Trump's 'insulting' remarks on allies in Afghanistan. scmp.com British Prime Minister Keir Starmer called US President Donald Trump's comments about European troops staying off the front lines in Afghanistan ‚insulting and appalling, joining a chorus of criticism from other European officials and veterans. | "I consider President Trump's remarks to be insulting and frankly appalling, and I'm not surprised they've caused such hurt for the loved ones of those who were killed or injured," Starmer told reporters.
(2026-01-23). The Police States of America. consortiumnews.com The U.S. government, like authoritarians throughout history, is seeking to silence the speech it hates and fears, writes Judge Andrew P. Napolitano. By Andrew P. Napolitano In recent days, the government in America has not only failed to protect the freedom…
(2026-01-23). Schnitzel-fuelled Kane has Bayern hungry for history. tribune.com.pk 
Bayern Munich striker Harry Kane revealed a hidden motivation behind his brilliant season with the German giants ⚪ a schnitzel for every goal he scores. | After chalking up the best opening half of a campaign in Bundesliga history, Kane's Bayern host Bavarian rivals Augsburg on Saturday. | With just one loss in 29 games, Bayern have their sights set on a historic third treble, more than any other team in Europe. | In the Bundesliga, Bayern have dropped just four points, equalling the best return at this stage of a season, and have scored a record 71 goals at an average of 3.94 per game. | They sit 11 points c…
(2026-01-23). Trump admin pushes out US official whose unit banned Chinese vehicles. scmp.com US President Donald Trump's administration has pushed out a Commerce Department official whose office effectively barred ‚nearly all Chinese cars from the US market for national security reasons, according to people familiar with the matter. | Elizabeth "Liz" Cannon has resigned as executive director for Information and Communications Technology and Services, an office created in 2022 to investigate threats to the supply chain from foreign adversaries, the people said.
(2026-01-23). Uttar Pradesh Luminaries Set to Shine with Gaurav Samman Honors. devdiscourse.com In an inspiring initiative, the Uttar Pradesh government is set to honor five distinguished figures with the 'Uttar Pradesh Gaurav Samman' at the Uttar Pradesh Day 2026 event. The event, spanning three days, will kick off on Saturday at the Rashtra Prerna Sthal in Lucknow under the distinguished presence of Union Home Minister Amit Shah.
(2026-01-23). Davos proclaims end of Western order: Carney speech shows Europe and Canada are "Third World" now. infobrics.org Canada's prime minister openly acknowledged at Davos that global rules no longer govern world affairs. With Europe and Canada now openly facing pressures once reserved for the Global South, attention turns to BRICS and other alternative frameworks amid US overreach.
(2026-01-23). Wawrinka relishing marathon matches at AO. tribune.com.pk 
The Australian Open third round continues on Saturday with defending champions Jannik Sinner and Madison Keys in action while the brutal Melbourne heat has forced organisers into an early start. | Former champions Novak Djokovic, Naomi Osaka and Stan Wawrinka are playing in the night session. | Wawrinka v Fritz | Wildcard Stan Wawrinka is savouring every moment of his farewell Australian Open, even after grinding through another five-set thriller that has left the 40-year-old Swiss veteran with nearly eight hours of court time already under his belt. | The 2014 champion, who throughout his career has thrived w…
(2026-01-23). Safe Haven: Kurdish refugees' story told at Arcola Theatre. newarab.com 
"No friends but the mountains," a well-worn Kurdish adage goes. With no dependable allies in their neighbours or abroad, Kurds have throughout their history had to seek sanctuary from crackdown or the opportunity to regroup in the fight for greater autonomy by moving into the mountains. | But these mountains can also be inhospitably cold and cruel, an interminably tall and rugged barrier that bars them from more permanent safety. | After
(2026-01-23). SC orders state to act as 'model employer'. tribune.com.pk 
The Supreme Court has ruled that the state is required to act as a model employer, particularly in matters affecting promotion and service entitlements and rights, and cannot justify inaction or delay on the basis of internal inefficiencies. | It also noted that where the government acts as an employer, it is held to a higher standard of fairness, reasonableness and accountability. | "Public institutions and government functionaries are under a duty to ensure that promotion processes are conducted timely, rationally and in accordance with law, rather than allowing delay or inaction to defeat legitimate service…
(2026-01-23). Democratic senators visit ICE detention center as House approves more funding. wsws.org The publicity stunt in California cannot disguise the Democratic Party's collaboration in Trump's war on immigrants.
(2026-01-23). US targets over crackdown on protesters. al-monitor.com WASHINGTON, Jan 23 (Reuters) – The United States on Friday imposed sanctions on nine vessels of what is known as the shadow fleet and eight related firms, the U.S. Treasury Department said in a statement, as Washington sought to escalate pressure on Iran over the recent killing of protesters.The Treasury said the vessels and their respective owners or management firms, which include entities based in India, Oman and the United Arab Emirates, have collectively transported hundreds of millions of dollars' worth of Iranian oil and petroleum products to foreign markets.
(2026-01-23). Government supports 9.2 million social grant beneficiaries. sanews.gov.za Government supports 9.2 million social grant beneficiaries | Government continues to support vulnerable households by contributing to poverty alleviation and reducing inequality through the administration of social grants by the South African Social Security Agency (SASSA). | These efforts are demonstrated by the disbursement of 9.2 million social grants to beneficiaries, providing a critical social safety net. | This is according to Minister in the Presidency for Planning, Monitoring, and Evaluation, Maropene Ramokgopa, who on Friday provided an update on government's performance against the Medium-Term Develop…
(2026-01-23). Daily Mail High Court Trial Casts Shadow Over Lord Rothermere's Telegraph Bid. bylinetimes.com Britain's biggest middle-market newspaper stands accused of phone hacking, landline tapping, burglaries, and the theft of medical records in a nine-week High Court trial which began on Monday. | But in a week that on Wednesday saw Prince Harry become emotional in the witness box as he talked about the impact of media intrusion on his wife Meghan, tensions are rising not just between the Mail and its critics, but between the publisher and its own bankers. | NatWest, the Mail's long-standing lender and the principal funder of the Telegraph bid, has the power to pull the plug if internal auditors conclude the leg…
(2026-01-23). India's Strategic Autonomy: From Balancing the West to Trusting Russia. infobrics.org India's foreign policy objectives are clear: to hedge with the great powers by adopting its own multi-alignment and strategic autonomy. Prime Minister Narendra Modi's decision to rely on Russia for nuclear submarines and civil nuclear cooperation indicates that India is strengthening its ties with Moscow on critical high-end technological cooperation…
(2026-01-23). Public warned against using transformer oil on the body. sanews.gov.za Public warned against using transformer oil on the body | The Department of Forestry, Fisheries, and Environment (DFFE) has urged the public to refrain from applying transformer oil or any other electrical equipment oil to the body or for any other non-industrial purpose. | Such oils may contain Polychlorinated Biphenyls (PCBs) — toxic chemicals that pose serious risks to human health and the environment. | PCBs are a group of man-made organic chemicals that were largely manufactured between 1929 and 1989 and widely used as coolants in oil containing electrical equipment such as electric transformers and ca…
(2026-01-23). Don't pee in Texas, you're being watched. peoplesworld.org 
AUSTIN, Texas—A new law, erroneously titled the "Texas Women's Privacy Act," bans trans people from their preferred multiple occupancy spaces—restrooms, locker rooms, and changing rooms—when they're in state-owned buildings. Trans people now must only enter facilities matching their gender assigned at birth. The statute, which went into effect on Dec. 3, 2025, orders state agencies …
(2026-01-23). Burnham blocked from running for MP before he could even say 'yes please'. thecanary.co 
Andy Burnham's popularity and success as Labour Mayor of Manchester seem to be rattling Prime Minister Keir Starmer. Recent reports have suggested the PM and his allies are working to prevent his potential rival from securing a seat in the House of Commons. This news comes with an imminent by-election following Labour MP Andrew Gywnne […] | By
(2026-01-23). Newsom, on world stage in Davos, accuses Trump of trying to suppress dissent. scmp.com California Governor Gavin Newsom on Thursday said he was not surprised the Trump administration blocked his appearance at the World Economic Forum in Switzerland the day before, saying it was another example of the US president trying to stifle dissent. | "Is it surprising the Trump administration didn't like my commentary and wanted to make sure that I was not allowed to speak? No," said Newsom, who is weighing a 2028 presidential run. "It's consistent with this administration and their…
(2026-01-23). Russia's Massive Arms Strike Hitting Hundreds of Targets in Ukraine. Routine Use of 3M22 'Zircon' Hypersonic Cruise Missiles. globalresearch.ca On January 20, Figures vary
(2026-01-23). Greenland galvanises Europe to confront new US reality. tribune.com.pk 
Europe may have rallied to see off President Donald Trump over Greenland, but its leaders recognise the confrontation is unlikely to be the last in dealings with his increasingly strident version of the United States. | The stakes could hardly be higher, given the $2 trillion trading relationship between the European Union and the US and the dominant role Washington continues to play in the Nato alliance and in support of Ukraine against Russia. | This week, in the space of a few hours at the World Economic Forum's annual meeting in Davos, Trump first ruled out taking Greenland by force and then removed the th…
(2026-01-23). US 'armada' heading towards Iran as tensions remain high. scmp.com US President Donald ‚ÄåTrump said on Thursday that the United States has an "armada" heading towards Iran but hoped he would not have to use it, as ‚he renewed warnings to Tehran against killing protesters or restarting its nuclear programme. | US officials, speaking on condition of anonymity, say the aircraft carrier USS Abraham Lincoln and several guided-missile destroyers would arrive in the Middle East in the coming days.
(2026-01-23). 'The Malfunctioning British State Cannot be Utilised to Bring About Its Own Solution': Learning from the Mayors of the North. bylinetimes.com Head North by two Scousers, Andy Burnham and Steve Rotheram, is the most original, interesting and important book by serving Labour politicians that I've read. | It was published in 2024 to a pitiful number of mainly patronising reviews in the London media — all of which missed the larger point of its call for a new constitution that enshrines a Basic Law, includes PR, and empowers Members of Parliament. A failure that perhaps confirms the authors' assertion that London has lost the plot and does not grasp how intolerable our system of government has become for the country as a whole. | Of the two, Burnh…
(2026-01-23). Liverpool on the up as new signings hit form: Slot. tribune.com.pk 
Liverpool boss Arne Slot believes the Reds will only get better in the years to come as a huge outlay on young talent in the transfer market begins to bear fruit. | Hopes of retaining the Premier League title were high at the start of the season after Liverpool splashed out nearly £450 million ($605 million) on new signings. | But bar some bright moments from Hugo Ekitike, the new faces struggled in the opening months of the season. | Alexander Isak has been beset by injuries since his British transfer record £125 million move from Newcastle and will miss most of the rest of the campaign with a bro…
(2026-01-23). Brexit Badly Weakened the UK and Now Donald Trump Is Taking Advantage. bylinetimes.com You did not dream the last fortnight: that really just happened. Fresh from illegally abducting a foreign head of state, the President of the United States turned his attention to seizing part of the territory of a close NATO ally while declaring economic war on those European allies who dared to object. | The Greenland fiasco not only represented the lowest point in UK-US relations in 70 years, it quite literally threatened to blow apart Europe's post-war geopolitical and security architecture. | Thankfully, Donald Trump has now — at last — confirmed that he will not invade Greenland. He also walk…
(2026-01-23). How are US tariffs and trade barriers redrawing China's export map? scmp.com Despite a slowing economy, recurring trade frictions and intensifying price competition, the value of China's exports rose in 2025 by 6.1 per cent, year on year, to a record 26.98 trillion yuan (US$3.87 trillion) — cementing its position as the world's largest trading nation. | Behind that growth, China's export machine is increasingly being shaped by coastal concentration and industrial upgrading, with market diversification cushioning external shocks at the cost of weaker prices and thinner…
(2026-01-23). Military is dumbing down to the detriment of national security. responsiblestatecraft.org This article is the latest installment in our Quincy Institute/Responsible Statecraft project series highlighting the writing and reporting of U.S. military veterans.
(2026-01-23). Belarus' fixed-capital investments at Br56bn in 2025. eng.belta.by The regional breakdown is the following: Minsk Oblast is in the lead (24.8%) followed by Minsk (22.5%), Gomel Oblast (12.7%), Brest Oblast (12.6%), Grodno Oblast (9.7%), Vitebsk Oblast (9.1%), and Mogilev Oblast (8.6%).
(2026-01-23). NATO Leader slams EU over Mercosur, vows to cut red tape to attract new investments | Germany, Italy. hindustantimes.com German Chancellor Friedrich Merz, speaking at Davos, slammed the European Parliament for delaying the long-negotiated EU—Mercosur trade deal, calling it a new "obstacle" and vowing Europe "will not be stopped." Merz argued the agreement is "fair and balanced," essential for stronger European growth, and signaled it could still be provisionally implemented even as legal and political pushback intensifies.
(2026-01-23). The climate contradictions in MAHA's new food pyramid. grist.org 
This month, health secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. and agriculture secretary Brooke Rollins unveiled updated national dietary guidelines in a surprising new visual: an inverted food pyramid, with the widest section teetering at the top. At the very bottom, a tiny amount of whole grains are represented. The rest of the new food pyramid is split in two, with protein, dairy, and "healthy fats" dominating the left side, and vegetables and fruits taking the right. | The gist of the new guidelines, which have been brandished as part of the Make America Healthy Again campaign led by Kennedy, is to prioritize nutrient…
(2026-01-23). For Canaan Palestine, olive oil is a form of resistance. newarab.com 
Olive oil sits at the centre of Palestinian cuisine — and for Founded by anthropologist
(2026-01-23). Tanzanian universities seek cooperation with Belarusian State University. eng.belta.by The delegation included Chairman of Kiluwa Group Ltd. Mohamed Said Kiluwa, Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of the United Republic of Tanzania to Russia and Belarus Fredrick Ibrahim Kibuta, as well as representatives from business and media.
(2026-01-23). Lebanon PM says IMF wants changes to financial rescue plan. newarab.com 
The International Monetary Fund has demanded amendments to a draft rescue law aimed at hauling Lebanon out of its worst financial crisis on record and giving depositors access to savings frozen for six years, Prime Minister Nawaf Salam said. | The "financial gap" law is part of Salam told Reuters the IMF wan…
(2026-01-23). Belarus' Ice Hockey Federation slams IIHF ban extension. eng.belta.by At the meeting on 21 January the IIHF Council made a decision to extend the suspension of the national teams of Belarus and Russia from tournaments under its authority for the 2026/27 season.
(2026-01-23). Belarusian electricity grid records all-time instantaneous peak load. eng.belta.by The Belarusian electricity grid has set a new all-time historical record. During a period of severe frosts, the system recorded a new record-breaking instantaneous load demand of 7,325MW.
(2026-01-23). Trump blames table and aspirin after new bruise appears on his hand in Davos. scmp.com Photographs of fresh bruising on Donald Trump's hand raised eyebrows on Thursday, but the 79-year-old US president dismissed renewed speculation over his health, saying he had simply hit a table. | Trump has been seen with frequent bruising on his right hand since returning to the White House last year, often concealing it with bandages and make-up.
(2026-01-23). EEUU oficializa su salida de la OMS, deja deuda millonaria. radiohc.cu Estados Unidos oficialmente ya está fuera de la Organización Mundial de la Salud (OMS), organismo que pretende dar respuesta a los principales retos sanitarios que existen hoy a nivel global, y al irse deja deuda millonaria. | Una declaración conjunta del secretario de Estado, Marco ,y del de Salud y Servicios Humanos, Robert F. Kennedy Jr., confirmó la víspera la salida de la organización perteneciente al sistema de la ONU en cumplimiento de una de las primeras disposiciones de Donald Trump al regresar en enero de 2025 a la Casa Blanca. | Según el comunicado con el abandono de la OMS, Estados Unidos está "liberá…
(2026-01-23). Califican de constructivas y extremadamente francas negociaciones ruso-estadounidenses. radiohc.cu El asesor presidencial ruso, Yuri Ushakov proporcionó detalles sobre el encuentro que Vladímir Putin mantuvo este jueves con el enviado de la Casa Blanca, Steve Witkoff. | Dijo que el encuentro entre el líder ruso y el representante de Washington transcurrió de manera positiva.Las negociaciones duraron aproximadamente cuatro horas y fueron constructivas e informativas, y diría que extremadamente francas y confiadas ª, aseveró. | Ushakov agregó que la reunión se centró específicamente en obtener información sobre los resultados de los contactos de los estadounidenses con los ucranianos y los socios europeos.
(2026-01-23). Cuba agradece acompañamiento de la Unesco. radiohc.cu La embajadora de Cuba ante la Organización de las Naciones Unidas para la Educación, la Ciencia y la Cultura (Unesco), María del Carmen Herrera, agradeció ese jueves en París el apoyo del ente multilateral a su país.Expresamos a la Unesco nuestra gratitud por su respaldo constante a la lucha del pueblo cubano contra el bloqueo económico, comercial y financiero estadounidense", subrayó. | En la sede de la Embajada de Cuba en Francia, donde se celebró una velada por el aniversario 67 del triunfo de la Revolución cubana, la diplomática denunció una escalada sin precedentes de hostilidad y de agresión por parte de Wa…
(2026-01-23). Moldávia decidiu sair da CEI (Comunidade de Estados Independentes). globalresearch.ca O processo de distanciamento da Moldávia em relaàßà£o aos seus parceiros tradicionais no espaàßo pós-soviético está se acelerando. O país parece determinado a seguir o mesmo caminho da Ucrânia pós-Maidan, adotando uma postura pró-Ocidente e anti-Rússia. O passo mais recente …
(2026-01-23). Cuba agradece acompañamiento de la Unesco. radiohc.cu La embajadora de Cuba ante la Organización de las Naciones Unidas para la Educación, la Ciencia y la Cultura (Unesco), María del Carmen Herrera, agradeció ese jueves en París el apoyo del ente multilateral a su país.Expresamos a la Unesco nuestra gratitud por su respaldo constante a la lucha del pueblo cubano contra el bloqueo económico, comercial y financiero estadounidense", subrayó. | En la sede de la Embajada de Cuba en Francia, donde se celebró una velada por el aniversario 67 del triunfo de la Revolución cubana, la diplomática denunció una escalada sin precedentes de hostilidad y de agresión por parte de Wa…
(2026-01-23). Il Governo russo ha approvato la Strategia per lo sviluppo sostenibile della regione del Mar d'Azov fino al 2040. strategic-culture.su Con l'annessione di Melitopol, Berdyansk e Mariupol nel 2022, la Russia ha sistematicamente escluso l'Ucraina all'accesso al Mar d'Azov, conseguendo uno dei maggiori successi della S.M.O. Tuttavia, i danni ambientali provocati dal conflitto, avevano finora impedito di sfruttarne le potenzialità . | Segue nostro Storicamente, il Mar d'Azov è un mare interno dell'Europa orientale collegato al Mar Nero dallo stretto di Kerch, lungo circa 4…
(2026-01-23). Commuter train hits construction crane near Cartagena in Spain. albawaba.com ALBAWABA- A commuter train on Spain's narrow-gauge FEVE line collided with a construction crane in the Alumbres district near Cartagena on Thursday, injuring several passengers and briefly disrupting rail services in the Murcia region.The incident occurred around midday at kilometer point 6.6, between Alumbres and the La Esperanza area, as the train was traveling from Cartagena to Los Nietos. According to state rail operator Renfe, the arm of a construction crane, belonging to a third-party contractor and not to the railway, extended onto the track and struck the train, shattering windows. The train, carrying app…