(2026-01-27). ICE Is at War with the United States. worldbeyondwar.org 
By David Swanson, World BEYOND War, January 26, 2026 | The U.S. government has the world's most expensive military waging wars around the world. It also now has a military aimed at the United States itself. ICE (Immigration and Customs Enforcement) has a budget larger than any military in the world except 12. It has military weaponry and vehicles. It has military training from the U.S. and Israeli militaries. It has veterans of foreign U.S. wars in its ranks. The man who murdered Renée Good had le…
(2026-01-27). Co-workers, veterans at Minneapolis VA center honor Alex Pretti, denounce murder by ICE thugs. wsws.org Minnesota veterans and students denounced the assassination of VA nurse Alex Pretti.
(2026-01-27). Veterans For Peace Statement: ICE Out of Our Cities! Abolish ICE! wibailoutpeople.org 
Veterans for Peace Milwaukee Chapter 102 Veterans For Peace is outraged at the murders of three civilians by ICE agents, the first being Keith Porter who was killed by an off-duty ICE agent, then Renee Good who was killed in her vehicle, and most recently Alex Pretti — a registered VA nurse — who was …
(2026-01-27). Striking Kaiser healthcare workers denounce the ICE murder of nurse Alex Pretti. wsws.org "It was murder. It definitely was a murder. He was just trying to protect those ladies from being pepper sprayed. He was just protecting them."
(2026-01-27). Protest at Veterans Administration Medical Center. indybay.org Veterans for Peace Chapter 69 holds regular demos in San Francisco. This was their first at the large VA Medical Center in nearby Menlo Park. There will be more soon, especially in light of this morning's news about a VA nurse murdered by ICE.
(2026-01-27). Welcome to Palestine, Minnesota: Life Under Occupation. counterpunch.org 
Israel has come home to roost in Minnesota. The people of Minneapolis and St. Paul have become the Palestinians of Minnesota. The residents of the Twin Cities are experiencing the loss of sovereignty and civil rights that Palestinians have suffered for over eight decades. The L'Etoile du Nord (the Star of the North) state has been besieged by
(2026-01-27). Tuesday 1/27: Minneapolis Strikes Against ICE: Next? (Eyewitness Account & Discussion). indybay.org San Francisco Public Library | Stong Conference Room | 100 Larkin Street, 1st Floor | This is not a Library sponsored program…
(2026-01-27). The Killing of Alex Pretti Should Be the Breaking Point. counterpunch.org 
Last week, I wrote an article at CounterPunch about the killing of Renee Good by ICE agents in Minneapolis. When I wrote that piece, my goal was to stay measured and make the case that the shooting was unjustified in a way that might actually get certain people to listen. I reviewed the video evidence
(2026-01-27). Natalie Portman condemns ICE after fatal Minneapolis shooting. ecns.cn At the Sundance Film Festival in Park City, Utah, U.S. actress Natalie Portman condemned Immigration and Customs Enforcement and U.S. immigration policies following a fatal shooting in Minneapolis that has drawn national criticism and protests.
(2026-01-27). ICE thaw? White House softens tone after Minneapolis killings fury. scmp.com US President Donald Trump sent his top border enforcer to Minneapolis on Monday and struck a conciliatory note in a bid to tamp down nationwide outrage over the second killing of a US citizen protesting militarised immigration raids this month. | The White House was scrambling as video of the latest shooting went viral, prompting street protests, criticism from former presidents Bill Clinton and Barack Obama and, increasingly, from within Trump's Republican Party.
(2026-01-27). US: Second Unjustified Killing by Federal Agents in Minneapolis. hrw.org Click to expand Image | People protest against ICE (Immigration and Customs Enforcement) in downtown Minneapolis, January 25, 2026. | © 2026 AP Photo/Adam Gray | (Washington, DC) — Federal immigration enforcement agents shot and killed a man in Minneapolis, Minnesota this weekend, marking the second killing by immigration enforcement agents in the city this month. Federal officials reportedly blocked state officials from accessing the scene, raising concerns that the federal government is not acting in good faith to ensure an independent and comprehensive investigation, Human Rights Watch said today…
(2026-01-27). AFGE Mourns Tragic Loss of Member Alex J. Pretti, RN, in Minneapolis Shooting. wibailoutpeople.org 
January 26, 2026 Categories: The Insider The American Federation of Government Employees is mourning the loss of one of our own, Local 3669 member Alex Pretti, who was shot and killed during an altercation with officers Jan. 24 in Minneapolis. Pretti, 37, was an intensive care unit nurse at the Department of Veterans Affairs Medical Center …
(2026-01-27). Gaza's "Board of Peace" : A Circus to Normalize a New Phase of Mass Dispossession and Genocide. counterpunch.org 
The so-called ceasefire in Gaza was a cynical ruse to secure Israeli captives while giving Israel free rein to starve, murder and assassinate at will. The world was duped into swallowing yet another Zionist deception, orchestrated by Israel-first Americans, financed with U.S. taxpayer dollars, and drenched in Palestinian blood. Since the ceasefire was announced, north
(2026-01-27). Anti-genocide activist and radical journalist Yves Engler convicted on trumped up "harassment" charges by Canadian court. wsws.org Engler was targeted for prosecution due to his vocal opposition to Israel's genocide of the Gaza Palestinians and exposure of the complicity of Canada's Liberal government and political establishment.
(2026-01-27). Rafah border crossing to open for people next Wednesday. albawaba.com ALBAWABA – The Rafah border crossing between Egypt and the Gaza Strip will be opened provisionally next Wednesday to prepare it for the passage of people in both directions, high-level official sources told Al-Araby Al-Jadeed. A senior source explained that the crossing will officially open to passengers at the beginning of next week after finalizing some outstanding details regarding access procedures from the Palestinian side and the lists of those departing and returning.The source denied reports that the crossing would open Monday evening, saying, "There are some logistical details that have not yet been fina…
(2026-01-27). Hamas disarmament in Gaza comes with 'some sort of amnesty': US official. aljazeera.com Official's comment on amnesty for Hamas members seen as 'significant step', as focus moves to next stage of ceasefire.
(2026-01-27). Thursday 1/29: Power Half Hour for Gaza. indybay.org Zoom | http: //jvp.org/gazaph…
(2026-01-27). Ceremony for last Israeli captive returned from Gaza. aljazeera.com Israeli police held a ceremony for the last slain captive, Ran Gvili, after the retrieval of his remains from Gaza.
(2026-01-27). Gaza: "Palestinians are wondering how they will get through the winter" icrc.org
(2026-01-27). Gaza: Severe winter conditions compound humanitarian crisis for displaced Palestinians. icrc.org
(2026-01-27). Reports: Two Palestinians killed in Gaza Strip by IDF strike. haaretz.com
(2026-01-27). Rasgada la carta de la ONU. radiohc.cu Para los defensores del papel central de la ONU en el mundo, a pesar de sus insuficiencias, implica una disputa a ese organismo multilateral el surgimiento de la llamada Junta de Paz en Gaza, modelada por Donald Trump. | Estadistas, expertos y personalidades resaltan los matices de ese Consejo, diseñado como si tuviera un dueño, el magnate inmobiliario. | Este último presentó en el Foro Económico de Davos su iniciativa de una Junta de paz, enfilada hacia lo que califica de solución para la crisis en Gaza, aunque con la pretensión de resolver conflictos globales. | Ahí radica el principal peligro para la ONU, orga…
(2026-01-27). Decoding Trump's Audacious Imperial Strategy. thinktank.pk In an era where global alliances are fracturing and great-power rivalries are heating up, Donald Trump's second term is ushering in what critics call a brazen "new imperialism." From threats to annex Greenland for its mineral riches to seizing Venezuela's oil fields under the guise of law enforcement, the U.S. under Trump is flexing its …
(2026-01-27). Borders as Crime Scenes and Crimes. counterpunch.org 
After a year of gutting the United States government, deploying armed jackboots to American cities, and bombing at least seven countries, the Trump administration kicked off 2026 by invading Venezuela and kidnapping its president, Nicolás Maduro, and his wife, Cilia Flores. In the wake of that assault, President Trump doubled down on his abandonment of the isolationist
(2026-01-27). Sunday 2/22: Imperialist Aggression Against Venezuela. indybay.org
(2026-01-27). Is the End of the UN Relief Works Agency for Palestinians the End of the Int'l Order? juancole.com New York (Special to Informed Comment; Feature) — Supported by U.S. military, political and financial muscle, Israel seeks to demolish the UN Palestinian refugee agency UNRWA in the occupied territories. It reflects the ongoing war against the poorest in the Global South. | Last Friday, the UN Palestinian refugee agency UNRWA said that The Qalandiya Training Center for hundreds of Palestinians in the West Bank could be closed within days by Israeli authorities. The Center is at risk of expropriation by Israeli authorities cooperating with the Messianic far-right Jewish settlers. | That's why the Knesset has…
(2026-01-27). M23 Counters FARDC Withdrawal Claims, Insists Control Areas Are Stable. plusnews.ug 
The March 23 Movement/Alliance Fleuve Congo (M23/AFC) rebels have dismissed claims by the Armed Forces of the Democratic Republic of Congo (FARDC) that they have withdrawn from areas under their control. In a press statement dated January 23, 2026, and signed by Lieutenant Colonel Mak Mongba Kazukay, the acting FARDC spokesperson, the Congolese army said it …
(2026-01-27). Sabalenka sweeps aside teen sensation Jovic to enter Australian Open semis. aljazeera.com World number one continues her march for a third Australian Open title with a 6-3, 6-0 win over rising star Iva Jovic.
(2026-01-27). Australia cancels visa of Islamophobic Israeli influencer. newarab.com 
Australia has cancelled the visa of an Israeli influencer who campaigns against Islam, saying it will not accept visitors who come to spread hatred. | Sammy Yahood, who has commented on social media that Islam is a "disgusting ideology", said Monday his visa was cancelled three hours before his flight departed from Israel. | Yahood flew to Abu Dhabi anyway, but was blocked from getting his connecting flight. | "This is a story about tyranny, censorship and control," Home Affairs Minister Tony Burke said in a statement sent to A…
(2026-01-27). Potential War: Why the US Is Ramping Up in the Middle East Right Now. thinktank.pk The US military buildup in the Middle East has intensified dramatically in January 2026, with President Donald Trump openly signaling a massive naval "armada" heading toward the Gulf amid soaring tensions with Iran. Triggered by Iran's brutal crackdown on nationwide anti-government protests that have claimed thousands of lives since late December 2025, the deployments—including the …
(2026-01-27). UK authorities arrest 86 protesters demanding the release of Palestine Action prisoners. radiohc.cu 
In Britain, at least 86 protesters were arrested on the grounds of a London jail as they gathered to demand the release of Palestine Action political prisoners. The protest also focused on Palestine Action political prisoner Muhammad Umer Khalid, who is 22 years old and relaunched his hunger strike about two weeks ago. He had initially been on hunger strike since November, briefly pausing in December due to severe health complications. | Videos of the protest at West London's Wormwood Scrubs jail shows police shoving protesters to the ground and handcuffing them. | LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM — 2026/01/11: Hung…
(2026-01-27). Ted Cruz goes nuclear: Leaked audio reveals how Trump's inner circle killed the India deal dream. hindustantimes.com Leaked audio obtained by Axios reveals how deep divisions inside the White House derailed a proposed India—U.S. trade deal. In private remarks to donors, Senator Ted Cruz blamed Vice President JD Vance and trade adviser Peter Navarro for blocking progress, while admitting Donald Trump himself sometimes halted negotiations. The recordings also capture Cruz warning Trump that aggressive tariff policies could trigger economic backlash, election losses, and even impeachment risks. With new tariffs imposed on India over Russian oil and the trade deal still stalled, the episode exposes growing Republican rifts ah…
(2026-01-27). Sudanese army captures Habila, breaks RSF siege of Dilling. albawaba.com ALBAWABA- The Sudanese Armed Forces (SAF) announced on Monday that they had captured the strategic town of Habila in South Kordofan, marking a major advance in Sudan's ongoing civil war and opening a corridor to break the longstanding siege of Dilling.According to SAF statements, the operation involved heavy clashes between the army's Fifth and Tenth Divisions and the Rapid Support Forces (RSF)-aligned 54th Infantry Brigade. The army said it expelled RSF fighters and allied Janjaweed militias from key positions, enabling SAF units to advance toward Dilling and link up with forces trapped inside the city. Military…
(2026-01-27). Trump says he's raising tariffs on South Korea to 25%. aljazeera.com US president says he is raising tariffs from 15 percent due to Seoul's failure to ratif trade deal.
(2026-01-27). AFT Wisconsin Statement About Alex J. Pretti ICE Out Now! wibailoutpeople.org 
(2026-01-27). Madison, Feb. 8, 2026: Cine Cubano (Cuban Films) Fundraiser for Camaguey Association! wibailoutpeople.org 
(2026-01-27). PMD forecasts temperature rise in Karachi from Wednesday. tribune.com.pk 
The Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD) on Tuesday issued an early warning forecast, saying morning and evening temperatures in Karachi are likely to rise from Wednesday. | According to the PMD, the minimum temperature is expected to range between 11 and 13 degrees Celsius, while the maximum may hover between 23 and 25 degrees Celsius. Winds from different directions are likely to prevail over the next three days. | The department said sea breezes are expected to become briefly active from Wednesday evening. On Thursday, the city's weather is likely to remain partly cloudy. | Meanwhile, the weather in oth…
(2026-01-27). China and Europe are partners, not adversaries: Xi. ecns.cn China and Europe are partners, not adversaries, said President Xi Jinping in his meeting with the visiting Finnish Prime Minister Petteri Orpo in Beijing on Tuesday.
(2026-01-27). Iran gears up for possible attack as US sends aircraft carrier, warships in Middle East. ptcnews.tv PTC News Desk: The US Navy's Abraham Lincoln carrier strike group entered the United States Central Command region on Monday after being redirected from Indo-Pacific operations amid rising tensions with Iran. The move has sparked renewed speculation that US President Donald Trump may consider authorizing airstrikes against Tehran. | The USS Abraham Lincoln (CVN-72), a Nimitz-class nuclear-powered aircraft carrier and the flagship of Carrier Strike Group 3, transited the Strait of Malacca on January 19. It was escorted by three Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyers — USS Frank E. Petersen Jr. (DDG-1…
(2026-01-27). New York / Breaking Breads Union denounces Israeli genocide. workers.org 
New York City Workers at Breads Bakery stores in New York City are organizing to join the United Auto Workers union Local 2179. The workers, who have named themselves the Breaking Breads Union, are demanding respect, higher wages, overtime pay, additional wages for working on holidays and guaranteed weekly hours . . . |
(2026-01-27). French MPs approve law seeking ban on social media for children below 15. aljazeera.com President Emmanuel Macron hails the vote as a 'major step' to protect French children and teenagers.
(2026-01-27). LA port chief highlights US-China supply chain and green shipping ties. ecns.cn Port of Los Angeles Executive Director Gene Seroka delivers an annual address on Jan 22, outlining major infrastructure, sustainability and global partnership initiatives, including deepening cooperation with China along the trans-Pacific supply chain.
(2026-01-27). Hundreds feared missing or dead in Mediterranean shipwrecks, UN says. scmp.com Hundreds of migrants may be missing at sea or feared dead following reports of multiple deadly shipwrecks in the central Mediterranean in recent days, the UN's migration agency warned on Monday. | The International Organisation for Migration said it was "deeply concerned" by the reports, which it was currently verifying.
(2026-01-27). US dollar: 'Wounded hegemon' or secure as most powerful currency on earth? aljazeera.com Faced with Trump's tariffs and threats, BRICS countries are trying to reduce dollar use in trading with each other.
(2026-01-27). Spotting Conspiracy Talk: A Linguistic Guide for the Digital Age. counterpunch.org 
While we may be most familiar with modern-day conspiracy theories about government intelligence, unidentified flying objects, anti-vaccination, COVID-19, and more, conspiracy theories have existed for centuries. In July of AD 64, the great fire of Rome destroyed two-thirds of the city-state—which had a population of around 2 million—resulting in widespread death and homelessness. Despite several contributing factors such as
(2026-01-27). Kaiser Oakland UNAC/UHCP Healthcare Workers Strike For Staffing & Wages. indybay.org Thirty two thousand healthcare workers from California Kaiser who are members of UNAC/UHCP which is affiliated to AFSCME went out indefinitely on an unfair labor strike and spoke out at the picket line in Oakland about the dangerous conditions at the hospitals due to lack of staffing and wages that are not retaining. They spoke out at the Oakland picket line on 1/26/26. Kaiser has a long history of fraud and refusing to provide proper staffing for patients including those with mental health problems.
(2026-01-27). Worker's Power Tool: General Strike, Can Stop Constitutional Traitors. indybay.org Who has represented and betrayed us and the Constitution?>
(2026-01-27). ILWU 34 Members Commemorate Renee Good With Her Name On A Ship. indybay.org ILWU Local 34 have commemorated the life of Renee Good by arranging to spell her name on the ship they were loading in Oakland. The ship then went to Tacoma where other working people took notice.
(2026-01-27). A foreign apprentice tries Wuju Opera — How does her first experience measure up. ecns.cn When a foreign girl puts on the Wuju Opera attire and takes up playing a long spear, she steps into the role of a Daoma Dan (a female martial artist role) for the very first time. Watch the video and follow her as she explores China's intangible cultural heritage, move by move.
(2026-01-27). 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, (…) | – |
(2026-01-27). How sidewalk repair contractors fix trip hazards and liability risks. independentaustralia.net 
(2026-01-27). Storm Ferm: Remember Uri (centrally planned electricity 'transition' in Texas). wattsupwiththat.com Central planning for a forced energy transformation produced the debacle of debacles two years ago in Texas. It is time for a new era for U.S. electricity policy premised on market entrepreneurship.
(2026-01-27). Chinese scientists identify oral drug VV116 as promising Nipah virus treatment. ecns.cn A new study by several Chinese research teams has found that the oral nucleoside drug VV116 possesses strong antiviral activity against the Nipah virus (NiV), offering fresh hope in the fight against this emerging highly lethal infectious disease, according to the Wuhan Institute of Virology, Chinese Academy of Sciences.
(2026-01-27). Africa now sending more money to China than it gets in new loans. tribune.com.pk 
China's role as a leading financier to developing nations has shifted over the past decade, with new loans to poorer countries falling sharply while debt repayments continue to rise, according to analysis released by ONE Data. | The inaugural report by the ONE Data initiative found that many low- and middle-income countries — particularly in Africa — are now transferring more funds to China in debt payments than they receive in fresh financing from the world's second-largest economy. | The swing has coincided with a surge in net financing from multilateral institutions, which have become the main s…
(2026-01-27). HEC launches 'Maktab' system to track student records digitally. tribune.com.pk 
Pakistan has launched the Maktab system to keep full digital records of students, tracking their enrolment, grades, transcripts, and degrees, Minister of State for Federal Education Wajiha Qamar said on Monday. | Speaking at a press conference in Islamabad, the minister said the system, launched under the Higher Education Commission (HEC) framework, will initially be implemented in 25 public universities, with plans to extend it to all public universities in the country. | "Under this system, complete data of every student, from enrolment to degree, will be available. This will save time and ensure transparenc…
(2026-01-27). Xi purges China's top general Zhang Youxia. wsws.org The removal of Zhang, who ranked second behind President Xi Jinping in the powerful Central Military Commission, points to sharp tensions within China's military and the top echelons of the Chinese Communist Party regime.
(2026-01-27). Sindh cabinet forms sub-committee, approves compensation for Gul Plaza victims. tribune.com.pk 
The Sindh cabinet on Tuesday expressed sorrow over the Gul Plaza tragedy and approved a comprehensive compensation and relief package for the victims, while forming a sub-committee to review the inquiry report into the incident. | The sub-committee, headed by Sindh Chief Minister Murad Ali Shah, includes provincial ministers Sharjeel Inam Memon, Nasir Hussain Shah, Saeed Ghani and Ziaul-Hassan Lanjar. It will examine the findings of an inquiry committee led by the Karachi commissioner and decide on further action based on its report. | The cabinet approved compensation of Rs10 million for the families of those…
(2026-01-27). UK PM says Britain won't have to choose between the U.S. and China. ecns.cn British Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer said on Monday that the United Kingdom doesn't have to choose between the United States and China as it seeks a more balanced global strategy.
(2026-01-27). Symposium on upholding executive-led governance in SARs held in Beijing. ecns.cn He emphasized that upholding and improving executive-led governance requires the chief executives and SAR governments to strengthen their sense of responsibility and fulfill their primary governance duty.
(2026-01-27). Driven by climate change, devastating winter storm kills at least 29 across the US. wsws.org A huge winter storm blanketed more than half of the lower 48 US states, beginning on Friday and bringing subfreezing temperatures, snow, ice, freezing rain and devastation to hundreds of millions of people from New Mexico to New England.
(2026-01-27). Why Western Left Fails to Grasp the Link Between Imperialism, Zionism, and 'Regime Change'. indybay.org When the Israeli spy agency Mossad called for riots in Iran on its Farsi-language social media on January 1, almost no one in the West took notice.
(2026-01-27). Monday 1/26: Call to Action: ICE Out Nonviolent Action Training. indybay.org Register here: act.womensmarch.com/signup/mvmtstrong_Ja……
(2026-01-27). Challenges Faced by Pakistanis Abroad: Pakistan's Diplomatic and Economic Failures. indybay.org The relationship between Pakistan and the Sultanate of Oman has always been based on brotherhood and mutual respect. Oman has consistently welcomed Pakistani workers and traders. However, the visa obstacles faced by Pakistanis over the past year are not due to the Omani authorities, but are the result of Pakistan's diplomatic inefficiency. The Government of Pakistan has completely failed to address the concerns of the Omani authorities regarding visas and to reassure them.
(2026-01-27). A First-Hand Account of Israel's Illegal Occupation of Southwestern Syria. counterpunch.org 
"They came in the night after Assad fled," said Mohammed, a resident of Kodena, a small village perched upon rolling hills of rocky soil, about a mile and a half east of the unofficial border with the Israeli-occupied Golan Heights.
(2026-01-27). Trump's immigration crackdown draws criticism and deepens divide across the U.S. ecns.cn A federal immigration enforcement operation in Minneapolis has triggered widespread criticism of President Donald Trump's immigration policies, drawing rebukes from former U.S. presidents Barack Obama and Bill Clinton and intensifying debate over federal enforcement tactics.
(2026-01-27). Wednesday 1/28: SF Report by International Labor Economist Patrick Bond on Global Economic Crisis, US, China. indybay.org Community Room | 630 Valencia (Corner of 17th & Valencia Street) | San Francisco…
(2026-01-27). Italy: Shipwreck Trial Opportunity For Justice. hrw.org Click to expand Image | Relatives of a person who went missing after a migrant boat sank on February 26 on the beach near where the shipwreck took place off the coast of Steccato di Cutro, near Crotone, in Calabria in southern Italy. March 7, 2023. | © 2023 Alfonso Di Vincenzo/KONTROLAB/LightRocket via Getty Images…
(2026-01-27). Law must prevail over force, Pakistan tells UNSC. tribune.com.pk 
Pakistan has called for stronger respect for international law, warning that selective application of legal principles is deepening global instability. | Speaking at a High-Level Open Debate of the United Nations (UN) Security Council on January 26, Pakistan's Permanent Representative to the UN, Ambassador Asim Iftikhar Ahmad, said the erosion of the rule of law was contributing to conflict, humanitarian crises and weakening trust between countries. | He said international law was meant to make relations between states predictable and stable. But when countries ignore agreed rules, he warned, law risks losing…
(2026-01-27). US carrier strike group arrives in Middle East amid Iran tensions. geo.tv 
The USS Abraham Lincoln , a Nimitz-class nuclear-powered aircraft carrier, at Naval Air Station North Island in San Diego, California, US August 11, 2025. — Reuters
(2026-01-27). UpScrolled wins support from pro-Palestinian users as TikTok alternative. albawaba.com 
ALBAWABA – TikTok is no longer the favourite application among pro-Palestinians, especially after its takeover by the U.S. A new-similar application called "UpScrolled" is dominating app stores and is getting supported by dozens of thousands of people.Oracle, which is led by Larry Ellison, who has ties to Israel, along with a group of investors took over TikTok's US operations last week, pushing people to leave the app with the aim of finding a replacement.In addition, TikTok has been facing repeated glitches as users have complained about having issues accessing the platform at different times.What is UpScro…
(2026-01-27). Nipah virus outbreak hits India's West Bengal. albawaba.com ALBAWABA- Indian health authorities have confirmed five cases of Nipah virus (NiV) infection in West Bengal, triggering swift containment efforts to prevent further spread. The outbreak is centered near Kolkata in Barasat, North 24 Parganas district, and involves healthcare workers at a private hospital, including nurses and staff who likely contracted the virus from an undiagnosed patient with severe respiratory symptoms.As of Monday, nearly 100 close contacts have been placed under home quarantine, while over 180 individuals have been tested. Surveillance continues throughout the 21-day incubation period. Two p…
(2026-01-27). 'Frightening situation': Bangladesh elections haunted by political violence. aljazeera.com At least 16 political activists have been killed since elections were announced in December.
(2026-01-27). Iran's Biggest Centers of Protest also have Extreme Pollution and Water Shortages. juancole.com By (The Conversation) — Iran's current wave of protests is often interpreted as having been sparked by inflation, currency collapse, corruption and repression. These explanations are not wrong, but they are incomplete. | Beneath the
(2026-01-27). France moves to ban social media for users under 15. tribune.com.pk 
The National Assembly, France's lower house of parliament, on Monday approved the key article of a bill prohibiting social media for children under 15, a measure supported by President Emmanuel Macron in a bid to better protect children's health. If passed, the new law would likely come into effect from the new school year in September. | French lawmakers on Monday approved the key article of a bill prohibiting social media for children under 15, an effort championed by President Emmanuel Macron as a way to protect children from excessive screen time. | Lawmakers gave the green light to an identical amendment…
(2026-01-27). China launches 126-athlete 2026 Winter Olympics delegation. ecns.cn Headlined by a glittering cast of Olympic champions, China's 126-strong Winter Olympic contingent is going all out to prove its world-class athletic prowess on ice and snow at Milano-Cortina 2026.
(2026-01-27). 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 (…) | – |
(2026-01-27). Steadfast state support is key to China winning tech race with US. scmp.com In the science and tech race, China is steadily advancing while America is retreating. That's the conclusion of multiple Western studies. US President Donald Trump's own policies have greatly contributed to this trajectory. | Several salient features in this race for supremacy have been identified: China's highly focused state support of science and tech, America's federal defunding of them, and a nation of engineers and science graduates versus a nation of lawyers.
(2026-01-27). US believes Hamas disarmament comes 'with some sort of amnesty'. newarab.com 
The United States believes The official, speaking to reporters on condition of anonymity, spoke to mark the return of the remains of the last Israeli captive held by Hamas. Israel and the United States are pressuring Hamas to disarm as part of a controversial plan in which
(2026-01-27). Stop the cuts in real wages in Germany's public sector! For a nationwide strike movement against social cuts and war! wsws.org Public sector workers in Germany are striking amid huge workloads and declining real wages, but the unions are isolating their struggle. A successful fight requires breaking with the unions and building independent rank-and-file committees to unite with workers internationally.
(2026-01-27). Tuesday 1/27: Vigil for Alex Pretti. indybay.org SF Veteran's Medical Center | Corner of 42nd and Clement…
(2026-01-27). Karachi walls call for federal, military control as tensions rise after Gul Plaza fire. tribune.com.pk 
Political tensions in Karachi have deepened after wall chalking appeared across several neighbourhoods calling for the city to be placed under federal or military control, following the deadly Gul Plaza fire and a sharp war of words between the MQM-P and the ruling PPP in Sindh. | Slogans reading "Karachi ko wafaq ke hawalay karo" (Hand Karachi over to the federation) and "Karachi ko fauj ke hawalay karo" (Hand Karachi over to the military) were seen in areas including Liaquatabad, North Nazimabad and Haidery Market. | The messages were reportedly written by unidentified individuals late on Monday night and in…
(2026-01-27). Trump's approval on immigration falls to record low, new poll finds. aljazeera.com Just 39 percent of Americans approve of Donald Trump's handling of immigration, new Reuters/Ipsos poll shows.
(2026-01-27). Tuesday 1/27: ICE Out of Mni Sota Makoce! No one is illegal on stolen land! indybay.org Huichin Park, 4311 Hubbard St, Emeryville…
(2026-01-27). 'Very deep poverty' in Britain hits worst level in 30 years, report says. scmp.com Poverty in Britain has deepened, according to a report released on Tuesday, with approximately 6.8 million ‚Äåpeople now living in "very deep poverty", the highest level in three ‚decades. | "Very deep poverty" refers to households with an after-housing-costs income below 40 per cent of the UK median, amounting to around £16,400 (US$22,446.68) a year for a couple with two young children.
(2026-01-27). Azerbaijan arrests three over planned attack on foreign embassy in Baku. tribune.com.pk 
Authorities in Azerbaijan said on Tuesday they had arrested three individuals planning an attack on a foreign embassy in the capital, Baku, at the instructions of Islamic State Khorasan (ISIS-K), the Afghan offshoot of Islamic State. | In a statement, the State Security Service said the three men, whom it named, had conspired with members of ISIS-K, obtained weapons and planned to attack a foreign embassy before they were apprehended by security forces. | The statement did not name the foreign embassy. One of the men was born in 2000, and the other two in 2005. | Islamic State-Khorasan (ISKP), or ISIS-K, claim…
(2026-01-27). Hanfu craze sweeps Jakarta in Indonesia. ecns.cn A Hanfu craze is taking shape in Jakarta, a city known for its year-round summer. On streets of popular tourist attractions, more local residents wear Hanfu, reflecting a growing interest in traditional Chinese culture.
(2026-01-27). ICE Immigration Tactics are Shocking More Americans as US-Mexico Border Operations Move North. counterpunch.org 
Over the past year, images of masked, heavily armed Immigration and Customs Enforcement agents arresting men, women and children — outside of courts, at schools and homes — have become common across the United States. The video of an ICE agent shooting and killing Renee Nicole Good — a U.S. citizen — in Minnesota on
(2026-01-27). Italy pushes for EU clampdown on Iran's Revolutionary Guard. newarab.com 
Italy will ask European Union partners this week to place Until now, Rome had been among the governments resisting efforts to brand the IRGC as a terrorist group, but Tajani said a
(2026-01-27). Australia cancels visa of Israeli influencer accused of 'spreading hatred'. aljazeera.com Social media influencer Sammy Yahood is known to spread Islamophobic content online.
(2026-01-27). Bay Area Super Heroes Unite to Fight the Far Right. indybay.org Photos taken at rally held by SF Reproductive Justice on January 24 in San Francisco in front of the main library across from the civic center.
(2026-01-27). Trump announces increasing tariffs on certain South Korean products from 15 pct to 25 pct. ecns.cn President Donald Trump said Monday he will raise tariffs on certain South Korean goods from 15 percent to 25 percent, accusing South Korea's legislature of not having enacted a bilateral trade agreement with the United States.
(2026-01-27). China helps Indonesia restore its coral reefs. ecns.cn The artificial reefs constructed in the marine ranch in Indonesian waters through joint efforts of researchers from China and Indonesia.Liu Bilin, a researcher from Shanghai Ocean University, noted that their latest survey shows that the artificial reefs constructed in the marine ranch have evolved into a vibrant "underwater paradise".
(2026-01-27). Trump National Defense Strategy calls for US domination of Western Hemisphere. wsws.org The Trump administration released its 2026 National Defense Strategy on Thursday, a 34-page document that openly proclaims American military domination of North and South America as a platform for global war.
(2026-01-27). China cancels all flights on 49 routes to Japan. ecns.cn All scheduled flights on 49 air routes between China and Japan have been cancelled for February, according to DAST, a Chinese platform for traffic data analysis.
(2026-01-27). The role of accrued expenses in Australian business transparency. independentaustralia.net 
(2026-01-27). U.S. scholar and political analyst Michael Parenti dies at 92. radiohc.cu Marxist scholar, political analyst, historian and author Michael Parenti has died at the age of 92. He was an outspoken critic of capitalism, imperialism and class inequities, whose intellectual works were celebrated around the world. | Michael Parenti was the author of over 20 books, including "Democracy for the Few" and "Superpatriotism." | On the radio/TV program Democracy Now! in 2009, Michael Parenti said: "I argue that one of the functions of a capitalist state is to defend capitalism from itself, to defend capitalism from the capitalists. It was Marx — dare we mention him? I hear he's coming back in…
(2026-01-27). Anti-LGBTQIA2S+ bigots confronted. workers.org 
Cleveland WW Photo: Martha Grevatt A number of LGBTQIA2S+ organizations demonstrated outside and inside the Cleveland City Club on Jan. 16 as the bigoted "Center for Christian Virtue" was giving a presentation. Chants included "2-4-6-8, We don't want your fascist hate!" and "Racist, sexist, anti-gay, Christian fascists go away!" Among . . . |
(2026-01-27). Museveni asks supreme court to dismiss Kasibante petition. independent.co.ug Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni has asked the Supreme Court to dismiss with costs a petition filed by his rival, Robert Kasibante, challenging his victory in the 2026 presidential election, arguing that the petition is legally defective and unsupported by evidence. Museveni's response was filed on Monday by his lawyers, Usaama …
(2026-01-27). Minnesota candidate bows out over Republican response to Pretti shooting. aljazeera.com Republican candidate for state governor steps aside citing his party's role in negative impact of ICE operation.
(2026-01-27). Spain busts cocaine trafficking operation that used 'floating bases' at sea. scmp.com Spanish police have broken up a vast cocaine trafficking operation ‚Äåthat used speed boats to bring the drug ‚onshore from floating bases in the Atlantic, seizing around 10 tonnes of the drug and arresting 105 suspects. | Police said on ‚Å Monday that a year-long investigation in cooperation with law enforcement in countries including Cabo Verde, formerly known as Cape Verde, Colombia, France, Portugal and the US showed the group brought an estimated 57 tonnes ‚of cocaine to Europe in the…
(2026-01-27). 'Aik Aur Pakeezah' reveals how quickly privacy collapses in Pakistan's digital age. tribune.com.pk 
Geo TV's Aik Aur Pakeezah is not an easy watch, and that appears to be by design. The prime-time drama, produced by Kashf Foundation in collaboration with 7th Sky Entertainment, taps into a disturbing reality that Pakistan has encountered before, one where digital violation escalates into physical violence, and justice remains painfully fragile. | Written by Bee Gul and directed by Kashif Nisar, the drama stars Sehar Khan as Pakeezah and Nameer Khan as her fiancé Faraz, with Gohar Rasheed and Amina Ilyas in key supporting roles. At its centre is the fallout of a private video being recorded and circulat…
(2026-01-27). China, OIC vow to deepen partnership. ecns.cn Foreign Minister Wang Yi meets with visiting Secretary-General of the Organization of Islamic Cooperation Hissein Brahim Taha in Beijing on Monday.Han expressed appreciation for the OIC and Taha's commitment to advancing relations with China, and voiced the hope that Islamic countries would continue to firmly support China on Xinjiang-related issues and the Taiwan question.
(2026-01-27). Friday 1/30: Virtual Action Hour for Palestine. indybay.org Zoom | afsc.org/events/action-hour-palestine…
(2026-01-27). Madison Nurses Vigil January 30, 2026 Justice for Alex Pretti! wibailoutpeople.org 
(2026-01-27). KYAGULANYI: I'm still being hunted by Muhoozi. independent.co.ug 
Wakiso, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | NUP Leader Robert Kyagulanyi, alias Bobi Wine, has said that he is still being hunted by Chief of Defence Forces, General Muhoozi Kainerugaba, who is also the son of President Museveni, to harm him. Since the 16th of this month, Kyagulanyi and the CDF have been exchanging words via …
(2026-01-27). China and India cut power emissions as renewables expand. tribune.com.pk 
Power sector emissions in China and India fell simultaneously for the first time in more than five decades in 2025, as rapid expansion of clean energy met rising electricity demand, according to a report by the Centre for Research on Energy and Clean Air. | The two countries are the world's largest coal users and accounted for 93% of the increase in global carbon dioxide emissions from power generation over the decade to 2024. However, the report said record additions of renewable energy capacity helped curb emissions from electricity generation last year. | China's power sector emissions declined by 40 millio…
(2026-01-27). 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 (…) | – |
(2026-01-27). Why Climate Change Is Making Greenland a Global Hotspot. thinktank.pk Greenland, the world's largest island and home to a massive ice sheet covering 80% of its land, stands at the epicenter of two converging crises in 2026: accelerating climate change and intensifying military activity driven by great-power competition. As global warming thaws permafrost, opens new Arctic shipping routes, and exposes vast mineral resources, the island's …
(2026-01-27). 13 killed and over one million homes lose power as winter storm cripples the US. albawaba.com ALBAWABA- A powerful winter storm sweeping across the United States has killed at least 13 people and left more than one million households without electricity as of January 26, 2026, disrupting daily life across large parts of the country and straining emergency services.Deaths have been reported in several states, including Tennessee, Kentucky, and Louisiana, and were linked to weather-related incidents such as traffic accidents on icy roads, exposure to extreme cold, and carbon monoxide poisoning caused by improper use of generators during power outages. Authorities warned that the toll could rise as freezing…
(2026-01-27). 10 still missing after ferry carrying 344 sinks in S. Philippines. ecns.cn Ten people remained missing after an inter-island ferry with 344 people onboard sank early Monday in waters off Basilan province in the southern Philippines, with 18 having been confirmed dead, authorities said Tuesday."ÄÄ"ÄÄThe Philippine Coast Guard on Tuesday revised the total number of people aboard the sunken ferry to 344, down from the initial count of 359, after verifying that 15 passengers who were listed as having boarded the vessel never did so. ‚ñ…
(2026-01-27). Oakland Says to Fascist Trump and His Goons. indybay.org Action at Fruitvale BART demands Trump's Nazi Terrorists get out of Oakland…
(2026-01-27). Monday 1/26: No Monday: Weekly Protest at Tesla in San Francisco. indybay.org At the Tesla Dealership, 999 Van Ness (corner of Van Ness and O'Farrell), San Francisco…
(2026-01-27). Merz and Meloni forge a new Berlin—Rome axis. wsws.org The new German-Italian axis is also a warning from a historical standpoint. On the eve of and during the Second World War, Nazi Germany and fascist Italy formed a close alliance.
(2026-01-27). Health professionals pay tribute to Alex Pretti. aljazeera.com Health professionals and coworkers paid tribute to ICU nurse Alex Pretti as his body was moved out of hospital.
(2026-01-27). India, EU agree on 'mother of all' trade deals. aljazeera.com The deal, set to cover a quarter of the global GDP, will create a free trade zone of two ‚Äåbillion people.
(2026-01-27). New Zealand authorities seek to cover up causes of landslide disaster. wsws.org Bernie Monk, whose son was killed in the 2010 Pike River mine disaster, warned families of the six people killed in the Mount Maunganui landslide not to trust official promises of an impartial and transparent inquiry.
(2026-01-27). DIY music creation and the rise of independent artists. independentaustralia.net 
(2026-01-27). How private AI tech is reshaping warfare. aljazeera.com Al Jazeera's Linh Nguyen explains the increasing relationship between private AI tech firms and militaries.
(2026-01-27). WHYY Newscast for Monday 7:00 p.m. whyy.org The latest local headlines from WHYY…
(2026-01-27). Spending Under Trump: Drugs Up, Factories Down. counterpunch.org 
Today I thought I would discuss two of my favorite Trumpian lies about the economy: he lowered drug prices 1,500 percent and we're bringing in $18 trillion in foreign investment. These are among my favorite Trumpian lies because they involve important issues and Trump repeats them all the time. They are both also absurd on
(2026-01-27). Countries need to approach state-to-state relations through cooperation rather than confrontation: Chinese FM. ecns.cn Countries need to approach state-to-state relations in the spirit of win-win rather than the mentality of zero-sum, and through cooperation rather than confrontation, said Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson Guo Jiakun at a regular press conference on Monday.
(2026-01-27). 'Guest House' actor Khalid Hafeez Khan passes away. tribune.com.pk 
Senior Pakistani television actor Khalid Hafeez passed away early on Monday at 1: 30 a.m. in Islamabad. He was widely recognised for his portrayal of Mr. Shamim in the PTV drama series Guest House, which remains one of the channel's most popular productions. | Hafeez also appeared in other television projects, including Silsilay and long plays such as Nishan-e-Haider: Captain Mohammad Sarwar Shaheed. He was based in Islamabad with his family and often appeared in interviews with his Guest House co-actor Afzal Khan. | The news of his passing was shared by Afzal Khan on Instagram, as well as by co-actors Bushra A…
(2026-01-27). Last two giant pandas in Japan head to China. ecns.cn Japan will soon no longer have any more pandas for the first time in over five decades, as their last two pandas, Xiao Xiao and Lei Lei, prepare to return to China on Tuesday.
(2026-01-27). Trader Joe's United demands "Sanctuary Store" workers.org 
Workers at a Trader Joe's store in Minneapolis, one of the few in the country with a union, are prioritizing one demand: "Make Trader Joe's a Sanctuary Store." websource: traderjoesunited.org In a Jan. 17 email to supporters, Trader Joe's United explained: "The ask is simple. The bar is low. Don't . . . |
(2026-01-27). Camera is covered: Netanyahu's phone sparks internet curiosity. albawaba.com ALBAWABA – A new picture of Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has raised many questions on the internet regarding the type of phone he uses and why the camera is covered with tape.A picture showed Netanyahu wearing a black puffer jacket over a white shirt, while leaning on a black car and responding to a phone call. The picture went viral, with many sharing it and asking about the type of smartphone he uses.A netizen posted the photo and wrote, asking Grok, "What kind of phone does Netanyahu use?"Some said that they could be using an Apple's iPhone device, while others claimed that he could be using a Sam…
(2026-01-27). Who is Iraq's former leader Nouri al-Maliki? aljazeera.com Iraq's dominant Shia political bloc nominated al-Maliki to become prime minister.
(2026-01-27). Imagining the End of Capitalism. counterpunch.org 
Ever since the 1990s, when to the longstanding cooptation of the Western working class by social democracy was added the collapse of the Soviet Union and its satellites, the saying has been popular among the chattering classes that "it is easier to imagine the end of the world than the end of capitalism." As McKenzie
(2026-01-27). Xi calls on China, Finland to deepen cooperation in various areas. ecns.cn China and Finland should deepen mutually beneficial cooperation in areas such as energy transition, circular economy, agriculture and forestry industries, and scientific and technological innovation, said President Xi Jinping on Tuesday."ÄÄ…
(2026-01-27). The Global Billionaire Steal: Wealth, Authoritarianism and Media. counterpunch.org 
It's official. This tormented, heated, traumatised planet is now home to over 3,000 billionaires. (That number was reached last year.) In October 2025, Elon Musk became the first man to have wealth exceeding half a trillion dollars. These developments could still take alongside the fact that one in four people across the globe face hunger. Oxfam's Resisting the Rule
(2026-01-27). Sharp rise in domestic tourism spurs spending. ecns.cn Enhanced public cultural services, such as free museum access, also generate significant social value that is not fully captured in spending data, said Lyu.Like Lyu, Yin also cautioned against interpreting slower growth in total spending relative to trips as a sign of weakening consumption.
(2026-01-27). Wednesday 1/28: Drop Diller: Tell UCSC to Stop Taking Zionist Blood Money! indybay.org 5 PM: Base of Campus, UC Santa Cruz, | 5: 30 PM: March to Hay Barn…
(2026-01-27). S. Korea says no official notice on Trump's tariff hike plan, trade minister to visit U.S. ecns.cn South Korea's presidential office said Tuesday that it has received no official notification from Washington after U.S.President Donald Trump announced a plan to raise tariffs on certain South Korean goods from 15 percent to 25 percent."ÄÄ"ÄÄThe office added that an interagency meeting will be held later in the day. Minister of trade, industry and resources Kim Jung-kwan, who is currently on an official visit to Canada, also plans to travel to the United States soon to discuss the issue with U.S.
(2026-01-27). Political Balance in the Arctic. unitedworldint.com Russia, the Ukraine War and the Trump Factor. By Yƒ±ldƒ±ran Acar, Political Scientist In recent years, the Arctic has become an increasingly visible subject in international politics. Climate change, emerging sea routes and the region's natural resource potential have enhanced its strategic significance. As a result, the policies of Arctic coastal states have become more …
(2026-01-27). Xi holds phone talks with Vietnam's To Lam. ecns.cn Chinese President Xi Jinping on Monday held phone talks with To Lam, general secretary of the Communist Party of Vietnam (CPV) Central Committee.
(2026-01-27). Jakarta at crossroads can President Prabowo connect with Papuan hearts? asiapacificreport.nz 
ANALYSIS: By Laurens Ikinia in Jakarta The logbook of presidential flights in Indonesia reveals an unusual pattern — from the Merdeka Palace to the Land of the Bird of Paradise. By 2023, then President Joko "Jokowi" Widodo had set foot in Papua at least 17 times — a record in the republic's history, surpassing the…
(2026-01-27). AI model focused on optics developed. ecns.cn These fields range from the basic behavior of light to advanced technologies used in communications and computing."ÄÄ"ÄÄThe team compared Optics GPT with several mainstream general-purpose and open-source AI models.
(2026-01-27). Saturday 2/28: Stockton: WWII EO 9066 Incarcerations of Americans of Japanese Ancestry Commemoration. indybay.org Buddhist Church of Stockton | 2820 Shimizu Drive | Stockton, CA, 95203…
(2026-01-27). Punjab prohibits kites with religious, political imagery ahead of Basant. tribune.com.pk 
The Punjab government imposed a province-wide ban on the manufacturing, sale, transport, and use of kites bearing images of religious scriptures, religious places, individuals, national flags, or political party flags, citing security and public order concerns ahead of Basant 2026. | According to an order issued by the Home Department, the prohibition has been enforced for 30 days under Section 144(6) of the Code of Criminal Procedure, 1898, and has taken immediate effect across Punjab. | The notification states that while the Lahore deputy commissioner has allowed "permissible kite flying" within the district…
(2026-01-27). Xi meets Finnish PM in Beijing. ecns.cn Chinese President Xi Jinping met with Finnish Prime Minister Petteri Orpo in Beijing on Tuesday.
(2026-01-27). CUBA UNDER SIEGE: STRATEGIES FOR RESISTANCE AND A UNITED RESPONSE! radiohc.cu Save the Date! / New York City / Saturday, March 14, 2026: | CUBA UNDER SIEGE: Strategies for Resistance and a United Response: | us-cubanormalization.org/call-to-action-… | Stand with Cuba / End The Blockade!: | MORE INFORMATION TO COME! STAY TUNED!:…
(2026-01-27). One dead, several injured as heavy snow, rain disrupt Balochistan. tribune.com.pk 
One person died and several others were injured in weather-related incidents as heavy rain and snow continued to affect large parts of Balochistan, authorities said on Tuesday. | Intermittent light to moderate snowfall in Quetta, Qalat, Ziarat, Mastung, Pishin, Qila Abdullah, Chaman, Qila Saifullah, Zhob, and other northern areas has caused significant disruption. | Two unreinforced roofs caved in on Monday in Quetta due to rain. The roof of a house collapsed in the Kali Shahozai Muhammad Shahi Town area of Quetta, killing one person, Liaqat Ali, and injuring two others. In Duki, the roof of a shop on Masjid R…
(2026-01-27). Millions dig out after US snowstorm; subfreezing temperatures to persist. geo.tv 
(2026-01-27). 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 (…) | – |
(2026-01-27). Trump's tactical retreat in Minneapolis: The danger of dictatorship remains. wsws.org The tactical retreat on the part of the Trump administration is not an abandonment of its authoritarian course—It is a recalibration and regroupment.
(2026-01-27). Museveni Comforts Family of Former UPA Commander with UGX 10 Million. plusnews.ug 
President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni has extended condolences and financial support to the family of the late Aero Angela, the mother of former Uganda People's Army (UPA) commander Francis Eregu. The President sent a condolence message together with a cash contribution of UGX 10 million, which Dr. Kenneth Omona, the Minister of State for Northern Uganda, delivered …
(2026-01-27). Bay Area Stands with the People of Minnesota. indybay.org In solidarity with the people of Minnesota, Bay Area residents took to the streets of San Francisco on January 23 to protest ICE terror. The protest march started at the Target store located at 4th and Mission.
(2026-01-27). Monday 1/26: Santa Cruz: ICE Out Now, ICE out Forever. indybay.org Corner of Ocean and Water Streets in Santa Cruz…
(2026-01-27). 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 (…) | – |
(2026-01-27). Crucial questions posed by Labor's censorship and destruction of Australian writers' festival. wsws.org The defence of artistic freedom is inseparably connected to the fight to mobilise the entire working class against social austerity, dictatorship, imperialist war and barbarism.
(2026-01-27). Sri Lanka: Confronted with mounting electricity workers' discontent, union leaders threaten strike action. wsws.org The same CEB union officials now threatening strike action shut down all industrial action four months ago, following false promises from Energy Minister Kumara Jayakody.
(2026-01-27). Forced Birthers Hold 22nd Annual March to Noisy Pro Choice Locals. indybay.org Event peaceful except for small shoving incident as police keep groups apart…
(2026-01-27). Chinese U23 team earns hero's welcome home after best-ever U23 Asian Cup finish. ecns.cn The Chinese national football team received a hero's welcome at the Beijing Daxing International Airport on Monday, following a historic run to the final of the AFC U23 Asian Cup – the team's best performance ever in the tournament.
(2026-01-27). Sunday 2/15: Bisma Jaffer: Can Liberation Be Lawful: Dismantling The House. indybay.org
(2026-01-27). Central African Republic: Humanitarian situation remains alarming in south-east of the country. icrc.org
(2026-01-27). Uganda: Arbitrary arrest and pre-trial detention of eight environmental rights defenders. fidh.org
(2026-01-27). Syria: ICRC concerned over worsening humanitarian situation. icrc.org
(2026-01-27). Statement on meetings on protected persons in the Russia-Ukraine international armed conflict. icrc.org
(2026-01-27). Chad: Sudanese families separated by conflict find hope one phone call at a time. icrc.org
(2026-01-27). The Global International Humanitarian Law Initiative to hold a High-level Conference on Humanity in War in Jordan in 2026. icrc.org
(2026-01-27). Rebuilding livelihoods for conflict-affected families in northeast Nigeria. icrc.org
(2026-01-27). Somalia: Rebuilding life beyond the emergency. icrc.org
(2026-01-27). Yemen: The ICRC stands ready to support detainee releases between conflict parties following agreement. icrc.org
(2026-01-27). Somalia: One year on, families reeling from conflict in Puntland. icrc.org
(2026-01-27). Uganda: Suspension of at least seven human rights NGOs ahead of general elections. fidh.org
(2026-01-27). Azerbaijan – Armenia: ICRC representatives travel to Azerbaijan to visit persons detained in relation to the conflict. icrc.org
(2026-01-27). Iran: Over 30 NGOs raise alarm over dire situation for detained human rights defenders amid rising protest death toll. fidh.org
(2026-01-27). Uganda: Arbitrary detention of Dr. Sarah Bireete ahead of general elections. fidh.org
(2026-01-27). Bosnia and Herzegovina: Families of the missing still seek answers. icrc.org
(2026-01-27). Democratic Republic of the Congo: Violence in South Kivu forces thousands of families to flee. icrc.org
(2026-01-27). Serbia: Further progress needed to clarify the fate of the missing. icrc.org
(2026-01-27). ICRC response in northern Syria: Operational update. icrc.org
(2026-01-27). Frequently Asked Questions: International Armed Conflict (IAC). icrc.org
(2026-01-27). The ICRC in 2025: On the front line for humanity, always. icrc.org
(2026-01-27). Cambodia-Thailand: ICRC supports release and repatriation of 18 prisoners of war. icrc.org
(2026-01-27). Results of the ICRC Writing Competition VI: Upholding Humanity. icrc.org
(2026-01-27). Complementing existing protections in armed conflicts and other situations of violence. icrc.org
(2026-01-27). TV presenter killed in Israeli strike in southern Lebanon: Hezbollah. aljazeera.com
(2026-01-27). Sunday 3/29: Doctors Against Genocide (DAG) Weekly Webinar. indybay.org
(2026-01-27). DR Congo: As more people are wounded in South Kivu violence, they struggle to get treatment. icrc.org
(2026-01-27). Frequently asked questions: ICRC's work in the Philippines. icrc.org
(2026-01-27). Uganda: Repression threatens election credibility. fidh.org
(2026-01-27). The Chinese New Year vibe in the world supermarket: How Year of the Horse gifts win over foreign fans. ecns.cn
(2026-01-27). Hundreds march in Philadelphia to protest ICE: 'We're not going to let this stand'. whyy.org
(2026-01-27). Afghanistan: A visual journey through Afghanistan's humanitarian challenges and ICRC's humanitarian response. icrc.org
(2026-01-27). More Than a Competition: The Journey of Uganda's IHL Moot Court Winners. icrc.org
(2026-01-27). Climate Change: 55 Weather Disasters costing a Billion Dollars Each hit our Earth the Past Year. juancole.com
(2026-01-27). Cuba reitera apoyo a Georgia en mecanismo de derechos humanos. radiohc.cu Una delegación de Cuba intervino este lunes en el Examen Periódico Universal (EPU) de Georgia, realizado en la Oficina de las Naciones Unidas en Ginebra, y reiteró su respaldo al compromiso de ese país con el mecanismo internacional de derechos humanos. | Según publica el sitio oficial del Ministerio de Relaciones Exteriores (Minrex), la representación cubana formuló tres recomendaciones relacionadas con el fortalecimiento de políticas inclusivas para las personas con discapacidad, y el mantenimiento de medidas efectivas para reforzar la prevención y el enfrentamiento a la trata de personas. | La tercera sugerenc…
(2026-01-27). Banco Central de Cuba desmiente audio falso y asegura que servicios operan con normalidad. radiohc.cu Un comunicado del Banco Central de Cuba (BCC) desmiente y denuncia un audio difundido malintencionadamente en redes sociales, que afirma sobre el cese de los servicios bancarios en el país. | La institución informó que esa aseveración es "categóricamente falsa" y no emana de fuente oficial alguna. | Reafirmó, además, que el sistema bancario nacional opera con total normalidad y estabilidad. | No existe interrupción alguna en los servicios financieros; y se garantiza la continuidad y seguridad de todas las operaciones. | El BCC recomendó a la población a desestimar y no replicar contenidos no verificados, y consul…
(2026-01-27). Editorial: La Junta de Genocidio de Trump. workers.org En noviembre de 2025, el Consejo de Seguridad de las Naciones Unidas votó a favor de una propuesta, presentada por el presidente Donald Trump, para establecer una ´Junta de Paz ª que gobernara Palestina. La propuesta se aprobó con 13 votos a favor y dos abstenciones, las de China y Rusia. . . . |
(2026-01-27). Decomisan 121 kilos de especies protegidas en aeropuerto de Holguín con destino a EEUU. radiohc.cu Autoridades de la Oficina Nacional de Regulación y Seguridad Ambiental (ORSA) en la oriental provincia cubana de Holguín, informaron que oficiales de la Aduana en el Aeropuerto Internacional "Frank País" decomisaron este fin de semana un cargamento de 121 kilogramos de especies marinas protegidas, que una pareja intentaba sacar clandestinamente con destino a EE.UU. | Durante los controles habituales, se detectó la mercancía ilegal, procediéndose de inmediato al decomiso. | La pareja implicada fue multada, detenida y puesta a disposición de la Policía Nacional Revolucionaria (PNR) ante las posibles implicaciones p…
(2026-01-27). La sonrisa de los niños de Zimbabwe. radiohc.cu 
Unos mil profesionales de la salud de Cuba han laborado en Zimbabwe desde que en 1987, comenzó a prestar servicios una brigada médica en ciudades como Harare y Bulawayo, que atiende patologías complejas y realiza intervenciones quirúrgicas difíciles. | Ese contingente forma parte de los 605 mil profesionales médicos que han prestado cooperación en 165 países desde Argelia en mayo de 1963, en zonas lejanas de las grandes urbes y de difícil acceso. En Bulawayo trabaja la psquiatra Zulema Pérez Castallón en el Ingutsheni Central Hospital y reconoce que los principales problemas de salud enfrentados son las psicosis…
(2026-01-27). Evocan en Cuba antiimperialismo de la Marcha de las Antorchas. radiohc.cu El miembro del Buró Político del Partido Comunista de Cuba, y secretario de Organización del Comité Central, Roberto Morales Ojeda destacó desde su perfil en Facebook que la Marcha de las Antorchas (27 de enero) constituye un llamado a la acción y a la reflexión sobre el legado de José Martí (1853-1895), en especial su visión universal expresada en la frase "Patria es humanidad". | El dirigente recordó que el Apóstol de la independencia publicó esa idea el 26 de enero de 1895 en el periódico Patria, y subrayó que su pensamiento trasciende fronteras al concebir la patria como extensión de la humanidad. | La Marcha…
(2026-01-27). En Cuba anuncian los premios Nicolás Guillén y Alejo Carpentier 2025. radiohc.cu El Instituto Cubano del Libro y la editorial Letras Cubanas dieron a conocer este lunes los escritores galardonados en las últimas convocatorias de los premios Alejo Carpentier y Nicolás Guillén, tras las deliberaciones de sus respectivos jurados, integrados por destacadas figuras de la literatura cubana. | El Premio Nicolás Guillén de Poesía fue otorgado de manera unánime a Edurman Mariño Cuenca por su obra "Objeto social", presentada bajo el seudónimo de Leopold Bloom. | El jurado, presidido por Alex Pausides Aguilar e integrado por Lourdes González Herrero y Aristides Vega Chapú, destacó la singularidad de su…
(2026-01-27). FIFA Drops 2027 Women's World Cup Emblem Sonic Identity in Rio. thinktank.pk 
FIFA has ignited the countdown to the FIFA Women's World Cup 2027‚Ñ¢ with a spectacular, samba-charged launch on the sun-drenched sands of Copacabana Beach, Rio de Janeiro. The football world witnessed Brazil embrace its role as the first South American host nation for the women's global showpiece, blending iconic beach vibes, pulsating rhythms, street art, …
(2026-01-27). Empleo informal, un fenómeno que gana terreno en Argentina. radiohc.cu En Argentina, bajo el gobierno del presidente Javier Milei, el mercado laboral ha sufrido un duro golpe. El empleo informal ha crecido a pasos agigantados en los últimos dos años, lo que trae aparejado más ciudadanos sin estabilidad económica y sin protección social. | Desde que Milei llegó a la Casa Rosada, en diciembre de 2023, se han perdido en la nación suramericana unos 300 mil empleos formales. En la actualidad la informalidad se sitúa en un 43%, uno de los índices más alto de los últimos tiempos. | Esta alarmante cifra significa que casi seis millones de argentinos se desempeñan en el mercado laboral infor…
(2026-01-27). ICS convoca al Premio Nacional de Comunicación Social 2026. radiohc.cu El Instituto de Información y Comunicación Social (ICS) de la República de Cuba convocó a la segunda edición del Premio Nacional de Comunicación Social 2026, máxima distinción que otorga anualmente a profesionales del sector, precisó la institución desde su página web. | El galardón reconoce la trayectoria de personas naturales cubanas, en activo o jubiladas, por su obra de la vida en los ámbitos organizacional, mediático y comunitario, así como en procesos de formación, superación e investigación vinculados a la comunicación social. | Las nominaciones serán presentadas por las Direcciones de Información y Comuni…
(2026-01-27). One More in the Name of Oil and Empire. counterpunch.org 
Trouble follows oil like a shimmering slick, challenging the ideals of a presumed enlightened world. Ever since Edwin Drake's famous first find in Titusville, Pennsylvania, in 1859, the dirty side to oil rarely receives attention. A systematic disregard for others is standard in an industry that favours extraction over regulation, speed above safety, and profits before people. In the race to power the world, oil makes its own rules whatever the cost, including waging war to achieve its ends. To support a de facto post-World War Pax Americana, it is no coincidence US military incursions are connected to the world'
(2026-01-27). New donation from the Hatuey Project for Cuban children with cancer. radiohc.cu 
The Hatuey solidarity project, from the United States, delivered its eighth donation of cytostatic drugs and other medications for children with cancer, an effort that will continue according to its coordinator and dear friend, Gloria la Riva, who stated: "We are committed forever, Cuba will not give up, and neither will we."
(2026-01-26). Trump officials defend Minneapolis murder while Democrats pretend opposition. wsws.org Representatives of the Department of Justice, the Department of Homeland Security and the White House have doubled down on their slanders of the latest victim of ICE-CBP violence, VA nurse Alex Pretti.
(2026-01-26). Will D.H.S. Destroy Free Speech In Minnesota? counterpunch.org 
DHS is seeking to enforce a "cone of silence" over all its operations — including information that has already been publicly disclosed. On Face the Nation, host Margaret Brennan asked Noem: "Tell me about the officer, Jonathan Ross." Noem was outraged at the question: "Don't say his name! I mean, for heaven's sake, we shouldn't have people continue to dox law enforcement."
(2026-01-26). Second Minneapolis death intensifies pressure on Trump. tribune.com.pk 
The Trump administration faced intensifying pressure Sunday over its mass immigration crackdown in Minneapolis, after federal agents shot dead a second US citizen and graphic cell phone footage again contradicted officials' immediate description of the incident. | Federal agents on Saturday morning shot and killed Alex Pretti, a 37-year-old ICU nurse, while scuffling with him on an icy roadway in the Midwestern city, less than three weeks after an immigration officer fired on Renee Good, also 37, killing her in her car. | The Trump administration quickly claimed that Pretti had intended to harm the federal age…
(2026-01-26). Holocaust survivors and descendants who oppose ALL genocide speak out. thecanary.co 
Ahead of Holocaust Memorial Day on 27 January, the Canary spoke to people who survived, or whose close relatives survived, the Holocaust. And they told us why the phrase 'never again' means nothing without action against Israel's genocide in Gaza today. They felt that: Too many people have failed (or refused) to learn the lessons […] | By
(2026-01-26). Out of the Ashes of Gaza Rises the 'Class of the Phoenix' as Medical Students Miraculously Celebrate Graduation. counterpunch.org 
On December 25, something remarkable happened in Gaza. Against the backdrop of the rubble that is the almost entirely destroyed Al-Shifa Hospital, 230 Palestinian medical students celebrated graduation. Like other graduates around the world, they smiled and waved and threw their mortar boards joyfully into the air. Except that not one of them was like any other graduate anywhere else in the world. For more than two years they had studied under bombardment, displacement, starvation, a drastic lack of supplies and constant electricity cuts. They had treated not only strangers but members of their own families and e…
(2026-01-26). Ceasefire Violations Continue as Israeli Strikes Target Gaza, Claiming Civilian Lives. english.almanar.com.lb Medical and media sources reported today that a Palestinian man was martyred by Israeli occupation forces east of Gaza City, outside their declared deployment zones, according to ambulance and emergency crews. In a related incident, the Nasser Medical Complex reported that a child was wounded by Israeli army fire west of Khan Younis, also outside …
(2026-01-26). MSF to disclose list of Gaza staff to Israel, spark backlash. newarab.com 
International NGO In the statement, the organisation said the decision was taken to avoid Israel
(2026-01-26). Israel retrieves remains of last Gaza hostage, military says. tribune.com.pk 
Israel has recovered the remains of the last remaining hostage held in Gaza, the military said on Monday, fulfilling a key condition of the initial phase of United States President Donald Trump's plan to end the conflict in the Palestinian territory. | The remains of police officer Ran Gvili — held in Gaza for more than 840 days — have been identified and will be returned for burial, the military said in a statement. | The recovery of the remains could pave the way for a limited reopening of the Rafah Crossing between Gaza and Egypt, the devastated enclave's main gateway to the outside world, in li…
(2026-01-26). How Venezuela Grew Poor With More Oil Than Saudi Arabia. counterpunch.org 
Following the dramatic seizure of Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro on January 3, 2026, Trump's comments about taking control of Venezuela's oil industry quickly triggered accusations of "neo-imperialism". Critics argued that pledges to share profits with Venezuela were little more than cover to protect the interests of America's major oil companies. Yet despite the allure of Venezuela's reserves, many
(2026-01-26). Belarus, Venezuela mull over initiatives in science. eng.belta.by The parties confirmed their mutual interest in intensifying Belarusian-Venezuelan cooperation in the field of science and technology.
(2026-01-26). Delcy Rodríguez: Venezuela's Diplomacy Will Resolve Differences With US. orinocotribune.com Venezuela's Acting President Delcy Rodríguez, speaking at the Puerto La Cruz Refinery on Sunday alongside oil workers, stated that differences with the US will be resolved through "Bolivarian diplomacy," emphasizing that the path to resolution will be strictly diplomatic. | Rodríguez said the Venezuelan government is prepared to address the situation directly by appealing to international conflict resolution mechanisms. | "We will face the US government head-on; we will resolve our differences, our historical controversies, through Bolivarian diplomacy," the acting president said, while adding: "We are not afraid…
(2026-01-26). Australia Day marked by 'Invasion Day' rallies. newarab.com 
Thousands marked Australia's national day on Monday by attending "Invasion Day" rallies in support of Australia Day commemorates the day Britain established the state of However, for many Indigenous Austra…
(2026-01-26). How villages are defending themselves against floodwaters in Pakistan. tribune.com.pk 
At around 3: 00 am, Muhammad Bilal was asleep when his phone began to buzz. On the other end, a friend laughed and asked, "Are you dead?" Without waiting for an answer, he added that floodwater had reached the levee near Bilal's village. Startled awake, Bilal rushed to the levee at dawn. | Bilal does not live in the river belt. His home is 2.5 kilometres away, protected — at least in theory by a decades-old levee (or bund, as locals call it). But when he reached it, he was stunned. The water level had surpassed the historical peak within just six hours. For half an hour, he wandered along the levee, speec…
(2026-01-26). Hundreds demonstrate in San Diego against the CBP murder of Alex Pretti. wsws.org Pretti, a VA nurse, was murdered in Minneapolis by agents of Customs and Border Protection.
(2026-01-26). Bank unions adamant on January 27 strike. ummid.com Banking services across India are likely to face major disruptions as bank unions are adamant on their nationwide strike on Tuesday January 27, 2026.
(2026-01-26). US Govt says Hamas not infiltrating UNRWA. So why is Waltz still lying? responsiblestatecraft.org On a recent
(2026-01-26). State Bank holds monetary policy rate at 10.5%. tribune.com.pk 
State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) Governor Jameel Ahmad announced on Monday that the monetary policy would be maintained at the current level of 10.5% for the next one and a half months. | Addressing a press conference in Karachi, Ahmad also announced a reduction in the rate for banks to deposit cash by 1%, setting it at 5%. | The Monetary Policy Committee has decided to keep the policy rate unchanged at 10.5 percent in its meeting held on January 26, 2026. | For details: t.co/IyaTFO6mbh#SBPMonetaryPolicy pic.twitter.com/bWLBgkRliZ | — SBP (@StateBank_Pak) January 26, 2026 | He added that the inflatio…
(2026-01-26). Ambassador: India eager to explore new areas of cooperation with Belarus. eng.belta.by India is ready to move beyond traditional bilateral trade with Belarus and explore new avenues of cooperation, India's Ambassador to Belarus Ashok Kumar said in an interview with BelTA.
(2026-01-26). Oppose the firing of Professor Lora Santhakumar from India's SRM university for opposing India-Pakistan war. wsws.org The WSWS calls for the immediate reinstatement of Lora Santhakumar and the defence of her right, and the right of all academics, university workers and students, to oppose war without fear of reprisal…
(2026-01-26). India's Republic Day contradicts reality in IIOJK: JKSM. tribune.com.pk 
Jammu and Kashmir Salvation Movement (JKSM) has said that India's Republic Day celebrations stand in sharp contradiction to the political reality imposed on the people of Indian Illegally Occupied Jammu and Kashmir (IIOJK), where constitutional guarantees, civil freedoms, and democratic consent have been systematically dismantled. | In a statement issued on Sunday, JKSM's spokesperson Dr Irfan Khan said that a republic derives legitimacy from the will of its people, not from military presence or enforced compliance. | "In Kashmir, governance is sustained through laws of exception, mass surveillance, extra-judi…
(2026-01-26). South Korea's Naval Push: Competing for Canada's $12 Billion Submarine Contract. devdiscourse.com South Korea is intensifying efforts to secure a lucrative submarine contract in Canada, dispatching top officials and industrial leaders, including the presidential chief of staff and Hyundai Motor executives. The contract involves producing up to 12 diesel-powered submarines for Canada's naval forces, potentially generating over $12 billion in value.
(2026-01-26). PHC seeks replies on petitions related to missing persons. tribune.com.pk 
The Peshawar High Court (PHC) on Monday issued notices and sought replies from the provincial government and the inspector general of police (IGP) on petitions seeking the recovery of missing persons. | Hearing the cases, PHC Chief Justice SM Atiq Shah made strong remarks, stating that strict action would be taken against every negligent police official without regard to rank. | He questioned why fingers were being pointed at the police and asked why cases should not be registered against the concerned officers. | "Why are people being picked up illegally? Without any crime, weak and voiceless citizens are tak…
(2026-01-26). ICC's Work Vital for Justice in Darfur. hrw.org Click to expand Image | Displaced people from Darfur, who are now sheltering in El-Afadh camp, Al Dabbah, Sudan, November 13, 2025. | © 2025 Marwan Ali/AP Photo | On January 19, International Criminal Court (ICC) Deputy Prosecutor Nazhat Shameem Khan briefed the United NationsSecurity Council on her office's ongoing investigation in Darfur, Sudan.Deputy Prosecutor Khan had to attend the briefing remotely after not being granted a visa to brief the Council in person in New York City. That decision came in the wake of the Trump administration's sanctions imposed against a number of ICC officials, including…
(2026-01-26). Average salary in Belarus at Br3,112.7 in December 2025. eng.belta.by The highest average salary was in Minsk (Br4,290.9). It was followed by Minsk Oblast (Br3,171.8), Grodno Oblast (Br2,681.9), Brest Oblast (Br2,852.7), Gomel Oblast (Br2,623.5), Mogilev Oblast (Br2,485.2) and Vitebsk Oblast (Br2,518.2).
(2026-01-26). Civilization Is Disappearing Down a Sinkhole. globalresearch.ca A new year progresses, and with it yet more shock and awe, care of the globalist billionaire club whose eyes are set – like concrete – on full spectrum dominance.
(2026-01-26). Are we witnessing America's slow unraveling. infobrics.org Although it's still far too early to talk about the collapse of the US, the fact that opposing political forces and interest groups are increasingly (ab)using and relying on their institutional powers to enforce various policies is certainly not reassuring. This will only get more chaotic as the DNC and GOP keep switching places every four years, giving more power to institutions they control while trying to limit those they don't.
(2026-01-26). Japan Court Finds North Korea No 'Paradise on Earth'. hrw.org Click to expand Image | Plaintiffs hold a banner with their supporters in front of the Tokyo District Court when they filed a lawsuit against North Korea over the "Paradise on Earth" campaign in 2018. | © 2018 Kanae Doi/Human Rights Watch…
(2026-01-26). Resisting the monstrous trifecta of war, genocide and ecocide. links.org.au 
Markela Panegyres — The only force capable of making meaningful cracks in the imperialist and capitalist armour is a mass movement of international ecosocialism.
(2026-01-26). Reviving Pakistan's seafood industry, a path to economic self-sufficiency. tribune.com.pk 
The days are remembered when seafood was exported to the US, Japan, South Korea, Europe, etc where the prices fetched were much higher than where the seafood is being exported at this time. | Each and every factor leads to the dent in the economy of the country where the urge to earn foreign exchange continues. The leaders are frequently travelling seeking a few million or billion USD as loan to keep up with the need of meeting the inevitable financial demands but least attention is being given to overcome this dilemma and crisis. | Why then a country blessed by the Creator of every means available begs. The s…
(2026-01-26). Mongolian president presents Friendship Medal to Belarusian ambassador. eng.belta.by "President Ukhnaagiin Khàºrelsàºkh presented the Medal of | Friendship to Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of Belarus to | Mongolia Dmitry Gorelik, as a gesture of Mongolia's particular esteem…
(2026-01-26). Senegal football boss says host Morocco acted badly at AFCON. newarab.com 
Abdoulaye Fall, the president of the Senegalese Football Federation (FSF), on Sunday criticised Morocco and the Confederation of African Football one week after the controversial end to the Senegal beat hosts Fall listed shortcomings in accommodation, security and refereeing, and suggested that the ho…
(2026-01-26). China-Finland ties: Finnish PM starts four-day visit to China. ecns.cn Finland was one of the first Western countries to recognize and establish diplomatic relations with the People's Republic of China, and the first Western country to sign an inter-governmental trade agreement with China.
(2026-01-26). Bikaner's Golden Heritage: Usta Art Celebrated at Republic Day Parade. devdiscourse.com During the Republic Day celebrations on Kartavya Path, Rajasthan's tableau highlighted the renowned Usta art tradition of Bikaner, noted for its intricate gold inlay on camel hide.
(2026-01-26). Projected population in 2100: Eastern Europe. strategic-culture.su Eastern Europe is projected to be the epicenter of global population collapse. This infographic maps a landscape of drastic decline, where nearly every nation is expected to lose a substantial share of its people by 2100. The sole, striking exception is transcontinental Kazakhstan, which is forecast to grow. Among the countries contracting, Russia is projected to experience the mildest decline, a relative resilience owed not to positive trends but to its sheer size and lingering geopolitical pull, which slightly temper the exodus devastating its smaller neighbors.
(2026-01-26). MENA Sports Wrap: Trezeguet shines in CAF Champions League. newarab.com 
(2026-01-26). PLA Daily: China resolute in winning anti-graft war. ecns.cn The investigation of two senior military officers, suspected of serious violations of Party discipline and the law, demonstrates the Communist Party of China's firm stance against corruption, regardless of who the perpetrators are and what positions they hold, the flagship newspaper of the Chinese People's Liberation Army said.
(2026-01-26). Meet AIMIM's Sahar Shaikh who demolished Jitendra Awhad's Mumbra Fortress. ummid.com Sahar Shaikh, the youngest Corporator of All India Majlis-e-Ittehadul Muslimeen (AIMIM), has set media landscape on fire ever since the results of Mumbra-Thane Municipal Corporation Election 2026 were announced.
(2026-01-26). Death toll rises to 16 following landslide in Indonesia's West Java. ecns.cn Indonesian police Sunday have recovered 16 bodies, while about 80 others remain missing, following a landslide in West Java Province.
(2026-01-26). Despite hurdles, US interest in Pakistan's minerals growing. tribune.com.pk 
Pakistan sits across a geological belt that stretches from Central Asia through Afghanistan into western China — a zone known to host some of the world's most commercially significant copper, gold, rare metals, and industrial minerals. | From the Chagai copper belt in Balochistan to iron ore, antimony, barite, and bauxite deposits in Khyber-Pakhtunkhwa and Gilgit-Baltistan, Pakistan occupies a region of strategic significance for global mineral supply chains. What it lacks is not geology, but a system capable of converting that geology into bankable, export-oriented projects. | Unlike China or even India,…
(2026-01-26). Iran Takes US and 'Israel' to International Courts Over Terror Support. english.almanar.com.lb Iran has filed legal and criminal complaints in international forums against the United States, the Israeli regime, and several terrorist groups for supporting and financing subversive actions against Iran's national security. The defendants are accused of backing destabilizing activities and acts of sabotage aimed at undermining the country's security. Foreign-instigated riots in Iran escalated on …
(2026-01-26). Maharashtra Class 10 (SSC) 2026 Hall Ticket released. ummid.com The Maharashtra State Board of Secondary & Higher Secondary Education (MSBSHSE) released today on its official website mahahsscboard.in the Hall Ticket (Admit Card) of the students who have registered for SSC (also known as Class X and Class 10th SSC) 2026 exams.
(2026-01-26). Delhi Nursery Admission 2026 First List Today: How and Where to Check. ummid.com The First Merit List (Selection List) for the Delhi Nursery Admissions 2026-27 – Pre-school (Nursery), Pre-Primary (KG), and Class 1, for Open Seats will be published by the private and unaided schools operating in the National Capital today i.e. Friday January 23, 2026, according to the Delhi School Admission Schedule released earlier.
(2026-01-26). What is an imperial boomerang and how does it apply to Minnesota. newarab.com 
As armed ICE agents continue patrolling The theory, popular in some sections of political science, states that the repressive methods used by imperial powers against colonial entities will eventually be used domesticall…
(2026-01-26). Best Instagram Growth Tools for Content Creators. thecanary.co 
The position of a content creator on Instagram is not about posting beautiful pictures or adding clever quotes. In today's digital world, the situation has radically changed. The success of the content creator is evaluated by consistently reaching the right audience, which is really interested and engaged. This factor reflects the success of the brand […] | By
(2026-01-26). Lukashenko: Army readiness inspection will continue until spring. eng.belta.by The combat readiness inspection in the Armed Forces will continue until spring, Belarusian President Aleksandr Lukashenko said at a meeting.
(2026-01-26). Historic winter storm kills at least 11 across US. tribune.com.pk 
(2026-01-26). Centre, K-P at odds over displacement of Tirah families. tribune.com.pk 
Khyber-Pakhtunkhwa (K-P) Chief Minister Sohail Afridi has rejected as "misleading and factually incorrect" the federal government's claim that displacement of the residents of the Tirah valley of Khyber district is voluntary in nature. | Afridi, who belongs to Imran Khan's PTI, has warned that if the notification is not withdrawn and an apology is not issued, he will convene a jirga of the Afridi tribe in the district. | Addressing rallies in different areas of the K-P including Mingora city of Swat, the CM accused the federal governments of trying to pit the provincial government and the state institutions.
(2026-01-26). A Blood Bath Took Place in Iran. juancole.com Does anyone know of that word which has left the heart of that sad bird, called, faith?
| Why can't Islamic statesmen bring faith into hearts?
| Why do they think lashes and violence are the answer to everything?
| — Simin Behbehani | Newark, Delaware (Special to Informed Comment; Feature) — A blood bath took place in major cities in Iran. The number of killed is still unknown. Even the government admits that it is in the thousands. Every soul that was gunned down was a member of a family. Even those from the security forces. | When the government forces began shooting protesters thi…
(2026-01-26). Controversial politician Suella Braverman defects to Reform UK. newarab.com 
British lawmaker Braverman is a sitting lawmaker and becomes the latest Conservative to join Reform after former Conservative Party leadership candidate "Britain is indeed broken,…
(2026-01-26). US storm leaves 850k without power. tribune.com.pk 
More than 850,000 customers in the US, as far west as New Mexico, were without electricity and over 10,000 flights were cancelled on Sunday during a monster winter storm that paralysed eastern and southern states with heavy snow and ice. | As snow, freezing rain and dangerously frigid temperatures swept into the eastern two-thirds of the nation on Sunday, the number of power outages continued to rise. As of 10: 47am EST (8: 47pm PKT) on Sunday, more than 850,000 US customers were without electricity, according to PowerOutage.us, with at least 290,000 in Tennessee and over 100,000 each in Mississippi, Texas and L…
(2026-01-26). Europe Towards an Uncertain Future. globalresearch.ca A sequel to the catastrophe of the Second World War from which Europe has never recovered is its political-military and economic dependence on the United States of North America. This dependence originated with the creation of the World Bank and …
(2026-01-26). KwaZulu-Natal Education formalises strategic partnership with Beier Group. sanews.gov.za KwaZulu-Natal Education formalises strategic partnership with Beier Group | The KwaZulu-Natal Department of Education has formalised a strategic partnership with the Beier Group aimed at advancing academic excellence and strengthening skills development across the province. | In a statement on Monday, the department said it convened a strategic engagement with the Beier Group on 23 January 2026 in Pinetown, led by the Head of Department, Nkosinathi Ngcobo. The engagement culminated in the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU), marking a significant milestone in public—private collaboration. | In te…
(2026-01-26). China unveils regulations on Party organization elections within armed forces. ecns.cn China's Central Military Commission has issued a set of regulations on the election work of the Communist Party of China (CPC) organizations within the military, which will take effect on Feb 1, 2026, said a statement released on Sunday.
(2026-01-26). Demolition of Temples: Aurangzeb vs Modi. ummid.com If Mughal actions are interpreted as political acts to assert imperial authority, can Modi's actions also be seen as an attempt to assert personal authority and project himself as the public face of crony capitalism?
(2026-01-26). Spain's proposal for volunteer coalition to help Greenland is wishful thinking. infobrics.org Submissive European governments are not exempt from being attacked and humiliated by Trump.
(2026-01-26). Trump reveals why he wants to invade Greenland. ummid.com U.S. President Donald Trump has just revealed why he wants to invade and take control of Greenland despite opposition.
(2026-01-26). Qatar to invest in Lebanon power sector and help return refugees. newarab.com 
Gas-rich Qatar's minister of state for foreign affairs, Mohammed bin Abdulaziz Al-Khulaifi, announced the investments by the Qatar Fund For Development after meeting Prime Minister Nawaf Salam and President Joseph Aoun in Beirut…
(2026-01-26). DWS moves swiftly to mitigate risk at Senteeko Dam. sanews.gov.za DWS moves swiftly to mitigate risk at Senteeko Dam | The Department of Water and Sanitation (DWS) Head of the Specialist Unit: Dam Safety, Wally Ramokopa, will today join a team of engineers and the Appointed Professional Person (APP) to continue the ongoing assessment and monitoring of Senteeko Dam. | Senteeko Dam, officially registered as My Own Dam and commonly known as Senteeko Dam, is classified by the department's Dam Safety Office as a medium-sized dam. It is 26 metres high, with a storage capacity of 1.8 million cubic metres. | The dam is owned by the Shamile Communal Property Association (CPA) and is pri…
(2026-01-26). Iran unveils bloody anti-US billboard as carrier force nears. scmp.com Iranian authorities unveiled a new mural on a giant billboard in a central Tehran square on Sunday with a direct warning to the United States to not attempt a military strike on the country, as US warships head to the region. | The image shows a bird's-eye view of an aircraft carrier with damaged and exploding fighter planes on its flight deck. The deck is strewn with bodies and streaked with blood that trails into the water behind the ship to form a pattern reminiscent of the stripes of the…
(2026-01-26). 13 dead after ferry carrying over 300 people sinks in S. Philippines. ecns.cn MANILA, Jan. 26 (Xinhua) ⚪ At least 13 bodies were recovered and more than 100 people remained missing after an inter-island ferry carrying more than 300 passengers and crew sank early Monday morning in waters off Basilan province in the southern Philippines, authorities said. ‚ñ…
(2026-01-26). Trump's Department of Transportation Plans to Use AI to Draft New Regulations. truthout.org The Trump administration is planning to use artificial intelligence to write federal transportation regulations, according to U.S. Department of Transportation records and interviews with six agency staffers. The plan was presented to DOT staff last month at a demonstration of AI's "potential to revolutionize the way we draft rulemakings," agency attorney Daniel Cohen wrote to colleagues. |
(2026-01-26). US aircraft carrier enters Middle East region, officials say. newarab.com 
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(2026-01-26). Two Martyrs as New Israeli Aggression Targets South Lebanon, Bekaa Valley. english.almanar.com.lb Israeli attacks on areas in southern Lebanon continue, in a clear and repeated violation of the ceasefire agreement, and in the absence of any serious official action to put an end to these violations. Al-Manar's correspondent reported Sunday evening that enemy warplanes launched 14 airstrikes with heavy missiles during three rounds of fighting. Ten of …
(2026-01-26). Filipino Aurora PH wins M7 World Championship. ecns.cn Aurora PH from the Philippines defeated Indonesia's Alter Ego 4-0 to be crowned as Mobile Legends: Bang Bang (MLBB) world champions in the M7 World Championship's grand finals in Jakarta, Indonesia on Sunday.
(2026-01-26). America's Arctic Chill Sends Shockwaves Through a Globalised Gas Market. moderndiplomacy.eu A severe Arctic blast sweeping across the U.S. Northeast and Midwest has sent natural gas prices soaring, reviving a familiar but increasingly global problem: when U.S. gas production stumbles, the world feels it. U.S. natural gas futures have jumped nearly 70% in a week, reaching their highest level since late 2022, as fears mount over …
(2026-01-26). Pakistan's land port authority and the cost of missed opportunities. tribune.com.pk 
"When goods don't cross borders, soldiers will" — Frederic Bastiat. | Pakistan's recent decision to establish the Land Port Authority is, in principle, a sensible institutional reform. | After nearly two decades of discussion, the country now has a dedicated body tasked with regulating, modernising, and facilitating trade through its land ports. For a country that repeatedly declares exports and trade competitiveness as national priorities, such an authority should have been created long ago. | Yet the commercial value of this reform cannot be judged by legislation alone. Institutions matter only when the…
(2026-01-26). Musetti blitzes Fritz to set up Djokovic showdown in Melbourne. tribune.com.pk 
Fifth seed Lorenzo Musetti produced an inspired display to ease past American Taylor Fritz 6-2 7-5 6-4 at Rod Laver Arena and reach the Australian Open quarter-finals for the first time, setting up a meeting with 10-times champion Novak Djokovic. | The Italian came through a five-set battle with Tomas Machac in the last round but it did not appear to have taken much out of him as he broke Fritz's big serve twice in the opening set. | Musetti played with authority and artistry towards the end of the second set, which he secured by winning three straight games, before breaking early in the third set to heap the…
(2026-01-26). Very important "News of the Week" on Rossiya 1 that you have not yet read in Western media. gilbertdoctorow.com Gilbert Doctorow Jan 25, 2026 ‚àô Reposted from Substack — Armageddon Newsletter Host Dmitry Kiselyov was in excellent spirits this evening as he presented the astonishing collection of major developments of vital interest to Russia that occurred over the past week. I will be brief here in my description of what was shown on the …
(2026-01-26). No Healthy Person Wants To Rule The World Or Become A Billionaire. thealtworld.com No mentally healthy person wants to rule the world. | Nobody with a functioning conscience and a working empathy center in their brain is interested in becoming a billionaire. | We are ruled by the most dysfunctional members of our species. The most wounded, neurotic and sociopathic among us. The least wise, caring and insightful. | What drives a person to claw their way to the top of a wildly sick society and become a lord of the dystopia? | What compels someone to amass obscene amounts of wealth in a world where so many have far too little? | What causes someone to ascend to political leadership of a power stru…
(2026-01-26). Anisimova silences Chinese fans. tribune.com.pk 
Amanda Anisimova swept past China's unseeded Wang Xinyu into the Australian Open quarter-finals on Monday and set up a showdown with fellow American Jessica Pegula. | The fourth seed, who contested two Grand Slam finals last year, kept her cool as temperatures soared to down Wang 7-6 (7/4), 6-4 on John Cain Arena. | She will play Pegula for a place in her first Melbourne Park semi-final after the 31-year-old disposed of defending champion Madison Keys in straight sets. | Anisimova and Pegula have met three times before, with the sixth seed winning them all. | "I'm feeling great. I mean, what a battle out there…
(2026-01-26). US memo confirms PhD student arrested over op-ed article. newarab.com 
New US court documents confirmed that Rumeysa Ozturk, a Tufts University student from
(2026-01-26). No collapse, no reform: What next for Iran's regime. newarab.com 
(2026-01-26). Trump administration, MAGA allies spread misinformation on Pretti killing. aljazeera.com Video footage of fatal shooting contradicts narrative spun by officials and right-wing influencers.
(2026-01-26). Greenland crisis defused — but transatlantic trust is ice-cold. thinktank.pk In a whirlwind of diplomatic drama that's become synonymous with Donald Trump's second term, the US President has once again shaken the foundations of international relations. Just days ago, on January 23, 2026, Trump escalated tensions by threatening to seize Greenland by force and slapping tariffs on European allies—moves that sent shockwaves through NATO and …
(2026-01-26). Born after the Arab Spring: 37 million Egyptians have no memory of 2011. aljazeera.com One-third of Egyptians were born after the 2011 Arab Spring protests which removed longtime President Hosni Mubarak.
(2026-01-26). Amazon announces thousands of new layoffs as corporate and tech jobs bloodbath continues into new year. wsws.org Amazon announced a second round of job cuts Friday as part of its goal of laying off 30,000 employees.
(2026-01-26). 50,000 march through London to oppose genocide of Kurds and other minority groups in North East Syria. thecanary.co 
On 25 January over 50,000 people marched through London from the BBC to 10 Downing Street. An umbrella organisation called "United Kurds" under the leadership of the Kurdish Assembly of Great Britain organised the protest. They were protesting against the so-called Syrian Transitional Government (STG), in concert with Turkish-backed jihadist militias, who are currently killing […] | By
(2026-01-26). 'Here people and cats live side by side': Istanbul's feline love affair lives on. tribune.com.pk 
Kanyon is getting fat: since someone stole his basket, this white cat with grey markings who lives at an Istanbul shopping centre has been showered with snacks, love and affection. | News of his plight brought out countless well-wishers, who have handed him endless supplies of food, toys, a comfortable cat house — and his very own Instagram page run by a fan. | He's not alone: according to City Hall, Istanbul has more than 160,000 cats living on its streets who are regularly fed and fussed over by the city's 16 million residents. | These street cats are looked after with an almost religious devotion. | K…
(2026-01-26). 18th AD Quran calligraphed in India on display at Makkah Museum. ummid.com The Museum of The Holy Quran in the Hira Cultural District of Makkah is showcasing a rare 18th century Quran calligraphed in India exemplifying Muslim devotion to the Holy Quran.
(2026-01-26). After COP30, climate projects continue to threaten Indonesia's Indigenous communities. globalvoices.org 
(2026-01-26). Israel agrees to 'limited reopening' of Rafah crossing: PM. newarab.com 
Israel will reopen The border was supposed to have opened during the initial phase of
(2026-01-26). Adamantios Koraes: The Second Aristotle of Freedom. counterpunch.org 
Prologue In the early 1970s, I wrote my Ph.D. thesis on Adamantios Koraes at the University of Wisconsin. I read his voluminous writings and hundreds of letters — mostly written in Greek and some in French. I tried to understand his philosophy, purpose, method and influence in the making of the Greek Revolution of 1821.
(2026-01-26). Ramadan Countdown 2026 Begins. ummid.com Ramadan 2026/1447 AH: Over 2 billion Muslims comprising more than 25% of the world's total population are gearing up once again for Ramadan – the Holy Month of fasting likely to start on Februray 18, 2026 based on sighting of the New Moon.
(2026-01-26). Florida aims to ban 'West Bank' from official vocabulary. newarab.com 
A measure is being advanced in the Florida legislature to officially recognise the term " The name change, which has strong support in both chambers of the Florida
(2026-01-26). The 2026 U.S. NDS and the Scenario of Prolonged Military Confrontation in the New World Order. moderndiplomacy.eu The 2026 U.S. National Defense Strategy (NDS 2026) reflects a fundamental adjustment in Washington's security thinking amid intensifying great-power competition. This article analyzes NDS 2026 as an indicator of the "normalization" of prolonged military confrontation within the contemporary international order. By identifying China as the pacing threat shaping U.S. defense planning, NDS 2026 demonstrates that …
(2026-01-26). Syria: Civilian Protection Lacking in Escalation In NE Kurdish Region. juancole.com The parties should not arbitrarily block aid delivery or destroy or block access to critical infrastructure. They should fully support displaced people, including Islamic State…
(2026-01-26). Finance, Not Trade, Rules the Global Economy. fpif.org For much of the last half-century, the study of global exchange rates has been treated as a branch of physics. In the hallowed halls of neoclassical economics, there is a belief in a "natural" state of things, an equilibrium where trade balances and productivity levels act as gravity, pulling currencies back toward their fundamental value. If a country runs a persistent trade surplus, its currency should rise; if its factories become more efficient than its neighbors, its purchasing power should follow. | Yet as we look at the world in January 2026, this elegant clockwork mechanism appears to have broken down. Th…
(2026-01-26). Cuba repudia impunidad de EE.UU. por violar derechos infantiles. radiohc.cu El ministro de Relaciones Exteriores de Cuba, Bruno Rodríguez, repudió este domingo la detención del niño Liam Conejo Ramos, de cinco años de edad, por parte del Servicio de Inmigración y Control de Aduanas de Estados Unidos (ICE). | En su cuenta oficial de X, Rodríguez calificó el hecho como un acto inadmisible que refleja la impunidad con la que se violan los derechos humanos en ese país. | Durante una rueda de prensa, Greg Bovino, recientemente designado como comandante en jefe general de la Patrulla Fronteriza, fue cuestionado sobre si tenía dudas morales respecto a la detención de un menor de cinco años que…
(2026-01-26). Cientos de personas en Los Angeles se unen a las protestas en solidaridad con Minneapolis. cubadebate.cu Una manifestación y vigilia en apoyo a Alex Jeffrey Pretti, ciudadano estadounidense de 37 años asesinado a tiros por agentes de inmigración en Minneapolis, concluyeron el sábado en el centro de Los àÅngeles sin incidentes, pero varios manifestantes permanecieron allí hasta bien entrada la noche, según la policía.
(2026-01-26). Información de la Comisión Nacional de Béisbol de Cuba. radiohc.cu El pasado 21 de enero se generó una situación que involucró a aficionados de Holguín y jugadores del equipo Artemisa, al término del segundo encuentro del play off de cuartos de final de la 64 Serie Nacional de Béisbol, entre esos conjuntos, celebrado en el estadio 'Calixto García'. | Como resultado, el lanzador artemiseño Yunieski García cometió una indisciplina, lo cual reconoció ante las autoridades del Instituto Nacional de Deporte, Educación Física y Recreación (Inder) y de la Comisión Nacional de Béisbol. | Por esta razón, mientras se define la medida disciplinaria a aplicar, no es elegible para alinear.
(2026-01-26). Matanzas otra vez entre los grandes del béisbol cubano. cubadebate.cu Los Cocodrilos de Matanzas aseguraron hoy su pase a las semifinales de la 64 Serie Nacional de Béisbol, tras completar la barrida ante los Gallos de Sancti Spíritus en el playoff de cuartos de final. Este domingo, en condición de visitantes en el estadio José Antonio Huelga, los dirigidos por Armando Ferrer vencieron 8-4 a sus rivales espirituanos.
(2026-01-26). Cuadrando la caja: Cuba bajo asedio, anatomía de una guerra económica. cubadebate.cu Durante más de seis décadas, el pueblo cubano ha sido víctima de una guerra económica colosal. Esa que no se traduce ni en bombas ni en ejércitos, pero sí en las carencias de la vida diaria, en la traducción de que no haya alimentos, medicamentos, acceso a tecnologías. øEs solamente la guerra económica contra Cuba el bloqueo económico, comercial y financiero? øEstamos viviendo en tiempos de economía de guerra?.
(2026-01-26). Portaviones USS Abraham Lincoln está cerca de Irán. radiohc.cu El portaviones USS Abraham Lincoln arribó este domingo a Oriente Medio en las cercanías de Irán, en medio del aumento de tensiones entre EE.UU. y la República Islámica, informan medios israelíes. | La flota se encuentra dentro del alcance de ataque de Irán. Hasta el momento, no hay indicios de ataques estadounidenses inminentes. | En la semana, el presidente Donald Trump advirtió que una ´flota masiva ´ estadounidense se dirigía a la región. | ´Preferiría que no pasara nada, pero los estamos vigilando muy de cerca ª, dijo. | El pasado miércoles, el USS Abraham Lincoln y su grupo de ataque…
(2026-01-26). Portaviones USS Abraham Lincoln está cerca de Irán. radiohc.cu El portaviones USS Abraham Lincoln arribó este domingo a Oriente Medio en las cercanías de Irán, en medio del aumento de tensiones entre EE.UU. y la República Islámica, informan medios israelíes. | La flota se encuentra dentro del alcance de ataque de Irán. Hasta el momento, no hay indicios de ataques estadounidenses inminentes. | En la semana, el presidente Donald Trump advirtió que una ´flota masiva ´ estadounidense se dirigía a la región. | ´Preferiría que no pasara nada, pero los estamos vigilando muy de cerca ª, dijo. | El pasado miércoles, el USS Abraham Lincoln y su grupo de ataque…
(2026-01-26). Il dragone si estende verso il grande nord? Mito e realtà dell'espansione cinese sulle rotte artiche. strategic-culture.su Nel mezzo trambusto generato dalle ambizioni dichiarate di Donald Trump nei confronti della Groenlandia (formalmente ancora parte del regno di Danimarca), non si puà≤ fare che domandarsi quanto di vero vi sia negli allarmismi che vedono il colosso cinese avanzare minacciosamente verso l'oceano glaciale artico onde formare una nuova area di potere assieme all'alleato russo…
(2026-01-26). Thousands protest in Paris over death of migrant worker. geo.tv 
Participants chant slogans, wave flags and show placards and banners as they take part in a march in tribute to 35-year-old El Hacen Diarra, who died in police custody at the police station of Paris's 20th arrondissement, in Paris on January 25, 2026. — AFPSeveral thousand people…