(2026-01-29). Iran alert — new U.S. threat. workers.org 
On Jan. 20 President Donald Trump threatened to "wipe Iran off the face of the earth." (newsnationnow.com) Iran is a country of 90 million people. He is moving a new U.S. armada off the coast of Iran, to back up his latest threats. A year ago, on February 4, again . . . |
(2026-01-29). Pacific at risky crossroads Gaza vs the urgent drug crisis at our door. asiapacificreport.nz COMMENTARY: By Ro Naulu Mataitini An invitation from a distant warzone landed in Suva earlier this month. The United States, with Israel's endorsement, has asked Fiji to send troops to join a proposed International Stabilisation Force in Gaza. For a nation proud of its United Nations peacekeeping legacy, this whispers of global recognition. Yet, it…
(2026-01-29). Who are the Criminals? Listen to Hind Rajab. counterpunch.org 
(2026-01-29). 'Even the dead were not spared': Israel's Gaza desecration compounds grief. aljazeera.com Israeli search for last captive's remains defiled over 250 graves, leaving families uncertain about buried loved ones.
(2026-01-29). Gaza: "Palestinians are wondering how they will get through the winter" icrc.org
(2026-01-29). Gaza: Severe winter conditions compound humanitarian crisis for displaced Palestinians. icrc.org
(2026-01-29). Venezuela's police, military pledge loyalty to interim President Rodriguez. aljazeera.com Delcy Rodriguez receives loyalty pledge weeks after dozens killed in US military operation to abduct Nicolas Maduro.
(2026-01-29). Why Cuba is Back in the Crosshairs. counterpunch.org 
With Venezuela effectively neutralized as a regional adversary, Cuba has re-emerged as the next unresolved target of U.S. power in the Western Hemisphere. For the Trump administration, it represents an unfinished historical problem: a surviving challenge to U.S. hemispheric authority 90 miles from Florida. In response to the U.S. military operation that captured Nicolás Maduro
(2026-01-29). Satena passenger plane with 15 aboard goes missing. albawaba.com ALBAWABA – A passenger plane with 15 people on board went missing near Colombia's border with Venezuela on Wednesday, state airline Satena and aerospace authorities revealed on Wednesday.The flight departed from Cucuta and lost contact with the control tower shortly before it was due to land. It is worth mentioning that the plane was carrying 13 passengers and two crew members."It was scheduled to land around 12: 05 pm" in the nearby town of Ocana, the airline announced in a statement. Security and search workers have been dispatched, according to the air authority.
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(2026-01-29). Venezuela's armed forces recognize acting president as commander-in-chief. ecns.cn Venezuela's armed forces on Wednesday pledged loyalty to and formally recognized acting president Delcy Rodriguez as commander-in-chief during a military ceremony held in Caracas with the participation of the country's high military command.
(2026-01-29). The War Intervention: AI, Data Centers, and the Environment. counterpunch.org 
Early on Saturday, January 3rd, Venezuela was attacked on behalf of oil, mineral, tech, and weapons profiteers in a regime change operation. Since then, the Trump administration has threatened Iran, Greenland, Cuba, Colombia, and Mexico. What unites these threats? The U.S.'s quest for endless resource extraction to power its increasingly deadly global empire. And it's not slowing down. These resource wars and "operations" are emerging as the AI drive also ramps up. In July, Palantir and the Pentagon signed a 10-year, $10 billion agreement. In April 2025, Palantir won a $30 million contract with ICE — a sign…
(2026-01-29). No survivors found in Colombia plane crash with 15 aboard. geo.tv 
The image shows a Satena Airlines aircraft covering the route Bogota-Caracas, pictured upon arrival at Simon Bolivar International Airport in Venezuela, on November 9, 2022. — AFPBOGOTA: Colombian authorities on Wednesday located a missing plane carrying 15 people in the…
(2026-01-29). Presidenta encargada de Venezuela es investida como comandante de FANB. radiohc.cu La presidenta encargada de Venezuela, Delcy Rodríguez fue investida este miércoles como Comandante en Jefe de la Fuerza Armada Nacional Bolivariana (FANB). | La dignataria recibió las insignias que le confirieron el alto cargo en acto de lealtad, reconocimiento y juramento, encabezado por el ministro para la Defensa, general en jefe Vladimir Padrino, en el Patio de Honor de la Academia Militar de la Guardia Nacional Bolivariana, en Fuerte Tiuna, Caracas. | Acompañaron a la mandataria los cinco componentes de la FANB, el presidente de la Asamblea Nacional (parlamento) Jorge Rodríguez, el vicepresidente sectorial d…
(2026-01-29). Partial US shutdown looms amid political stand-off over ICE. scmp.com With a partial US government shutdown looming, Senate Democrats laid out a list of demands on Wednesday for the Department of Homeland Security, including an enforceable code of conduct for federal agents conducting immigration arrests and a requirement that officers show identification as the country reels from the deaths of two protesters at the hands of federal agents in Minneapolis. | It remained unclear if US President Donald Trump and Republicans would be willing to meet those demands, even…
(2026-01-29). Debunking the lies that we're not ready for a national shutdown. liberationnews.org 
It's important that we know that this call is very much in the history of how general strikes have emerged in this country since the mid 19th century.
(2026-01-29). Energy wisdom needed with candidates running for public office. onlineopinion.com.au Open-ended questions will stimulate Energy Wisdom conversations among the press, candidates, and all public debates.
(2026-01-29). Britain's Starmer seeks fresh start with China, economic wins. geo.tv 
Britain's Prime Minister Keir Starmer shakes hands with Chinese President Xi Jinping ahead of a bilateral meeting during his visit to China, in Beijing, China, January 29, 2026. — ReutersStarmer meets China's Xi, calls for reset in relations.Visit comes amid flurry of diplomacy with…
(2026-01-29). The Gangster's Brief: The Barr Doctrine, Noriega and Maduro. counterpunch.org 
US President Donald Trump might leave an impression of violent novelty, at least for the leader of a nominal liberal democracy, soiling international relations with the gangster's touch. This sense of iconoclasm is misplaced. While his conduct regarding the abduction of Nicolás Maduro certainly dumps mightily on the precepts of international law, legal advisors in the US
(2026-01-29). Davos Forum, a mirror of the crisis of imperialism. workers.org 
Popular hat in Nuuk, Greenland, and Copenhagen, Denmark. And maybe in Davos, Switzerland. Raposo is the editor of jornalmudardevida.net, a revolutionary web newspaper from Portugal. In this article Raposo takes up the forum at Davos, Switzerland, attended by bankers, CEOs and economists mainly from the imperialist countries. He analyzes the . . . |
(2026-01-29). China's expanding trillion-yuan GDP club highlights economic resilience. ecns.cn Despite global uncertainties and domestic challenges, more Chinese cities and provinces crossed key gross domestic product (GDP) thresholds in 2025, underscoring the country's high-quality regional development and economic resilience.
(2026-01-29). Why Won't Newsom Tax Billionaires? counterpunch.org 
California Governor Gavin Newsom has spent 2025 setting himself up as Donald Trump's leading opponent and the Democratic Party's 2028 presidential nominee. While the Trump-Newsom rivalry has captivated some voters to pick sides, it should be noted that one of these two political figures is a billionaire-loving, transphobic narcissist. The other is the president of the United States. Newsom's performative approach
(2026-01-29). Iraq's Shia coalition defy US, backs Nouri al-Maliki for PM. newarab.com 
Iraq's Shia political parties have rejected what they describe as This stance follows
(2026-01-29). Eyewitness testimony of shooting of Alex Pretti. workers.org 
The following is the transcript of the reading of a written eyewitness sworn testimony regarding the Immigration and Customs Enforcement gangsters' shooting of Veterans Administration nurse Alex Pretti on Jan. 24 in Minneapolis. It was read Jan. 26 on a broadcast of Democracy Now! radio program. The witness first describes . . . |
(2026-01-29). China donates insulin syringes to Palestinian refugees in Jordan. ecns.cn Chinese Ambassador to Jordan Guo Wei said the donation reflects China's long-standing support for humanitarian aid to Palestinians and its ongoing backing of UNRWA. About 30,000 Palestinian refugees in Jordan have diabetes, and roughly 14,000 require daily insulin injections.
(2026-01-29). Gold extends record advance on safe-haven bets. ecns.cn On Wednesday, spot gold surged past $5,280 per ounce, continuing to break historical records, with year-to-date rises exceeding 20 percent.
(2026-01-29). Friday 1/30: ICE Out! National Day Of Action! indybay.org Dolores Park SF…
(2026-01-29). We Remember! SF VA Workers Commemorate Life of Minneapolis VA AFGE Nurse Alex Pretti. indybay.org Hundreds of SF VA hospital workers and community members commemorated the life of VA AFGE Minneapolis nurse Alex Pretti at the San Francisco VA hospital on January 27, 2026…
(2026-01-29). Indiana immigration crackdown targets Burmese refugees as protests erupt in Fort Wayne and Indianapolis. wsws.org Opposition to immigration enforcement is increasingly emerging from below, particularly among young people and workers.
(2026-01-29). Fascist assaults Ilhan Omar as White House escalates campaign against left-wing groups. wsws.org The violent assault follows deliberate incitement by President Trump and the launching of an anticommunist witch-hunt by FBI Director Kash Patel.
(2026-01-29). Sunday 2/1: ICE Out! We Can Organize to Defend Ourselves! indybay.org Judge Henry Ramsey Jr. Center | 2939 Ellis Street, Berkeley, CA 94703…
(2026-01-29). Fayyad: 2026 Budget Deepens Divides, Reconstruction and Resistance at Risk. english.almanar.com.lb During the parliamentary debate on the 2026 budget, MP Ali Fayyad, a member of the Loyalty to the Resistance Bloc, addressed budgetary and parliamentary authority issues. He warned of the dangers in certain positions taken by some colleagues regarding the legislative authority of the Finance and Budget Committee, emphasizing the need to avoid institutionalizing such …
(2026-01-29). Amazon, UPS lead new wave of mass layoffs in 2026. wsws.org A new and far-reaching wave of mass layoffs is sweeping the United States, marking a decisive escalation in the ruling class's assault on the working class.
(2026-01-29). Are there 10 courageous Republicans who can save America? onlineopinion.com.au A republic survives only when lawmakers choose country over career. What happens when they do not?
(2026-01-29). As ICE cracks down, some of America's biggest names are speaking out. scmp.com No longer confined to the partisans and activists, the fierce backlash against Donald Trump's immigration crackdown has begun to break out across American culture, spanning the worlds of business, sports and entertainment. | Bruce Springsteen released a new song on Wednesday that slammed "Trump's federal thugs". OpenAI Chief Executive Sam Altman told employees that "what's happening with ICE is going too far", referring to Immigration and Customs Enforcement. And lifestyle icon Martha Stewart…
(2026-01-29). Thursday 1/29: Large Vigil for Alex Pretti at Veterans Medical Center. indybay.org Next to 795 Willow Rd Veterans Medical Healthcare | Rally at intersection of Willow Rd. and Durham St. | Menlo Park, CA…
(2026-01-29). Friday 1/30: ICE Out: Calling Party Action. indybay.org Zoom | www.codepink.org/cp130…
(2026-01-29). Australia: Lactalis to shut Brisbane milk plant, axing more than 200 jobs. wsws.org In the face of ruthless corporate restructuring, the Australian Workers Union quickly stated its willingness to collaborate with management to close the historic South Brisbane plant.
(2026-01-29). Chinese FM holds talks with Azerbaijani counterpart. ecns.cn Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi held talks with Azerbaijani Minister of Foreign Affairs Jeyhun Bayramov in Beijing on Wednesday.Azerbaijan supports the four major global initiatives put forward by China and is willing to join the Group of Friends of Global Governance, he added.
(2026-01-29). Chile forging closer economic ties with nation. ecns.cn "Now, we want to take the relationship with Chinese consumers to the next level," Marambio added. "We are investing in strategies to get closer to the consumers and better understand what they want. But this is not only about investing money — it's about investing in growing consumption. We want to grow our relationship with Chinese consumers in all the ways that we can. We want cherries to become part of everyday life, expanding how and when people enjoy them."
(2026-01-29). Britain's Unions Are Back, Just Not the Way You Expected. counterpunch.org 
(2026-01-29). Saudi Arabia won't allow attacks on Iran from its territory: crown prince. independent.co.ug 
RIYADH | Xinhua | Saudi Crown Prince and Prime Minister Mohammed bin Salman Al Saud on Tuesday assured Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian that the kingdom will not allow its territory or airspace to be used for attacks on Iran, according to Saudi Press Agency. The crown prince said during a phone call that the kingdom …
(2026-01-29). Trump's troop deployment in US cities cost almost $500m in 2025. aljazeera.com The Congressional Budget Office estimates that ongoing military operations in US cities will cost $93m a month.
(2026-01-29). Hamson Obua bows out gracefully after Ajuri loss. independent.co.ug 
Alebtong, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Government Chief Whip Denis Hamson Obua has conceded defeat in the Ajuri County parliamentary race, bringing to an end his 15-year tenure in Parliament. His decision sealed one of the most dramatic political upsets in northern Uganda. In a press statement dated January 28, 2026, Obua accepted the outcome …
(2026-01-29). Michael Parenti Revolutionary scholar and ardent anti-imperialist (Sept. 30, 1933 — Jan. 24, 2026). workers.org Michael Parenti Marxist historian Michael Parenti passed away on Jan. 24 at the age of 92. Parenti was born in 1933 and grew up in East Harlem. He often spoke proudly of his working-class and Italian American roots. His contributions inspired revolutionaries and anti-capitalists throughout the globe. A dedicated agitator . . . |
(2026-01-29). 2025 border crossings hit record high. ecns.cn China's national immigration authorities significantly enhanced their service efficiency in 2025, processing a record 697 million border crossings, a 14.2 percent increase from the previous year.
(2026-01-29). Bangladesh election: Is the military still a power behind the scenes? aljazeera.com Bangladesh's era of coups and military rule may be over for now, but the army remains a potent force impacting politics…
(2026-01-29). Aoun's tightrope: Daily Israeli attacks and Hezbollah's refusal to disarm. aljazeera.com Pressures on the Lebanese president to disarm the group may soon escalate if his focus on diplomacy doesn't succeed.
(2026-01-29). China's Guiyang to host 2026 UIPM World Championships. ecns.cn It will be the second time in three years that the annual championships are held in China, after Zhengzhou hosted the 2024 edition.The UIPM Executive Board approved Guiyang as the host during its first online session of 2026, alongside several other decisions."ÄÄ…
(2026-01-29). Zeija Launches Judiciary Reform Plan, Sets Accountability Benchmarks. plusnews.ug 
Chief Justice Dr Flavian Zeija has unveiled three major Judiciary reform instruments aimed at strengthening accountability, improving service delivery, and reducing case backlog, setting the tone for his tenure just hours after presiding over his first session of the presidential election petition. Dr Zeija, on Wednesday evening, launched the Judiciary Client Charter, the Judicial Service Delivery …
(2026-01-29). Optimism in Mexico about the USMCA, despite Trump's threats. unitedworldint.com The first formal review of the agreement is due on July 1, 2026. By Daniel Rosas, from Mexico City / Mexico Despite Donald Trump's constant attacks and threats to cancel it, there is optimism that the United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement (USMCA) will remain in place. This is due to the advantages it has brought to the …
(2026-01-29). Fossil Fuels are Doomed — and Trump can't Save them. juancole.com By (The Conversation) — The past three years have been the world's
(2026-01-29). EconoScope | U.S. dollar's grip loosens as global alternatives gain ground. ecns.cn The global push toward de-dollarization is accelerating, with the U.S. dollar's share of central bank foreign exchange reserves slipping to around 40 percent — its lowest level in at least two decades — according to data cited by the Kobeissi Letter.
(2026-01-29). Live suicide attempt in Iraq spurs debate on secret informants. newarab.com 
Content warning: This article contains descriptions of self-harm and suicide that some readers may find distressing. | A young The incident, which took place in the Hammam al-Alil…
(2026-01-29). Starmer visits Beijing for first UK-China summit in eight years. albawaba.com ALBAWABA- British Prime Minister Keir Starmer arrived in Beijing on Wednesday for a four-day visit, marking the first official trip by a UK leader to China since 2018 and signaling a pragmatic reset in bilateral relations. Accompanied by over 50 business representatives from sectors including finance, technology, and culture, Starmer met President Xi Jinping and Premier Li Qiang to discuss strengthening cooperation in trade, investment, clean energy, and education. The visit aims to stabilize ties strained by previous UK criticisms of China's human rights record and security concerns, while exploring potential ag…
(2026-01-29). Ultra-strong magnet sets world record. ecns.cn Chinese researchers have set a new record by developing an all-superconducting user magnet with a central magnetic field of 35.6 tesla — more than 700,000 times stronger than Earth's magnetic field.
(2026-01-29). Dutch Judges Order Netherlands to protect its Caribbean Island of Bonaire from Climate Change. juancole.com Ann Arbor (Informed Comment) — A Dutch court in the Hague has
(2026-01-29). 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 (…) | – |
(2026-01-29). chief justice sends chilling warning: If elected officials ignore court rulings, the public will too. haaretz.com Supreme Court Isaac Amir told a conference of jurists that the current government's attack on Israel's legal system is far beyond legitimate critique, while former Supreme Court president Aharon Barak said that Israelis 'are no longer citizens, but subjects'…
(2026-01-29). Bay Area Mobilizes in Response to Another Trump Murder. indybay.org In hours, over a thousand take to SF Embarcadero to protest another ICE murder…
(2026-01-29). Greek Immigration Bill Demonizes Civil Society. hrw.org Click to expand Image | A group of newly-arrived migrants board a ferry in Souda, on the island of Crete, Greece, July 11, 2025. | © 2025 Nicolas Economou/Reuters | The Greek government has introduced an immigration bill with measures that explicitly link nongovernmental groups and humanitarian workers with criminal conduct, when in reality they are helping people in distress trying to reach Greece.The bill would amend the migration code to make membership in a nongovernmental group an aggravating factor for several existing offenses, with draconian penalties. For members of an nongovernmental group it im…
(2026-01-29). New Zealand politicians express outrage over Trump's Afghanistan accusations. wsws.org Glorifying New Zealand's role in the 20-year Afghanistan occupation, Labour Party figures are seeking to steer widespread opposition to the government and Trump in a right-wing, "patriotic" and militarist direction.
(2026-01-29). As salmon and Delta fish crash, Trump regime approves Sites Reservoir project ROD. indybay.org "Tribal Nations were not meaningfully consulted on a project that directly impacts our waters, sacred places, and our salmon," said Josa Talley, a Karuk Tribal member and Communications and Outreach Coordinator at Save California Salmon. "That alone should have stopped this project. It is reckless to ignore Tribal knowledge and push projects that further destabilize rivers, devastate our already ailing salmon runs and the industries and cultures they sustain, and call it 'progress."
(2026-01-29). Saturday 3/28: No Kings 3: Nationwide Day of Protest – No ICE! Save Democracy! indybay.org SF Bay Area, California and nationwide…
(2026-01-29). Trump at Davos: War threats and racist rants. workers.org 
While U.S. President Donald Trump's over an hour-long rambling rant at the World Economic Forum's annual meeting in Davos, Switzerland, on Jan. 21 provided ample fodder for late-night talk show hosts' comedic content, Trump's fascistic, fact-free speech was no laughing matter. Trump's retreat from his latest tariff threats on European . . . |
(2026-01-29). Sunday 2/8: Pigeon First Aid & Companion Animal Care. indybay.org Powell Street BART Station | 899 Market Street ∑ San Francisco, CA…
(2026-01-29). Thursday 2/5: Pro-Peace Vigil (20-Minute Meditation). indybay.org San Francisco City Hall Steps (Polk St.)…
(2026-01-29). 30,000 refinery workers face contract expiration amid growing working class struggle. wsws.org These workers account for approximately two-thirds of total US refining capacity, placing them at the center of the country's energy infrastructure and the global oil supply chain.
(2026-01-29). Fed maintains rate amid indications further cuts are on hold. wsws.org Throughout the press conference, Fed chair Powell stonewalled on the Trump administration's criminal investigation into him and its efforts to have Fed governor Lisa Cook removed.
(2026-01-29). Acting head of office questioned by police in corruption probe. haaretz.com Drorit Steinmetz, who is close to the Netanyahus, is the latest senior figure in the prime minister's circle who is suspected of criminal offenses. She was questioned in a corruption affair involving Social Equality Minister May Golan, a source told Haaretz…
(2026-01-29). Great Destruction Versuys Mutual Gain. counterpunch.org 
Today's American president surely does not merit a peace prize, but Donald J. Trump should be recognized as a great destroyer of the good. Like Mephistopheles in Goethe's Faust, the U.S. President Trump seems to seek a great negation. Mephistopheles appears in Professor Faust's study and explains that he is "part of that force that would
(2026-01-29). China executes 11 members of Myanmar-based telecom fraud syndicate. ecns.cn China has executed 11 members of a Myanmar-based telecom fraud criminal syndicate that committed multiple violent crimes, the Supreme People's Court (SPC) said on Thursday.
(2026-01-29). Last two giant pandas in Japan return to China. ecns.cn The final two giant pandas in Japan returned to China from a zoo in Tokyo on Wednesday morning, marking the end of over five decades of panda presence in Japan.
(2026-01-29). The Meme Morality of ICE and FAFO. counterpunch.org 
Good people cannot make the needed change. Good people can make the needed change. The contradiction is intentional. The first sentence is singular. The second is plural. Individually, most people are not stupid. Collectively, people often are. As George Carlin put it, "Never underestimate the power of stupid people in large groups." On our own,
(2026-01-29). Saturday 2/7: San Jose: ACLU NorCal Convening – Training to Organize for Change & Defend Democracy. indybay.org FREE one-day, in-person workshop | Location will be given to RSVP attendees: action.aclunc.org/a/organizing-convening… | Breakfast and Lunch Included | Please RSVP by January 31 to secure your spot.
(2026-01-29). Conspiracies Bloom After Right Discovers Public Signal Groups. unicornriot.ninja 
(2026-01-29). Syrian leader meets Putin in Moscow with Russian military bases on agenda. scmp.com Syria's interim President Ahmad al-Sharaa visited Moscow on Wednesday for the second time in less than four months, and Russian President Vladimir Putin emphasised his readiness to help the country rebuild its war-battered economy. | "I know that there is a lot that's necessary to restore in Syria, and our economic operators, including the construction sector, are ready for this joint work," Putin said.
(2026-01-29). 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 (…) | – |
(2026-01-29). China hits 33.1t yuan in tax and fee revenue, achieves 2025 target. ecns.cn China's top tax authority said on Wednesday that a total of 33.1 trillion yuan ($4.6 trillion) in taxes and fees were collected in 2025, meeting the government's annual revenue target.
(2026-01-29). Saturday 1/31: Factory Farm Watch Banner Painting Party. indybay.org Berkeley Animal Rights Center | 2414 6th St, Berkeley, CA…
(2026-01-29). Palestinian journalist Bisan Owda with 1.4m followers reports TikTok ban. aljazeera.com Emmy-winning Owda points to changes in TikTok's US ownership, remarks from Israel's Benjamin Netanyahu to explain ban.
(2026-01-29). Xi meets British PM in Beijing. ecns.cn Chinese President Xi Jinping met with British Prime Minister Keir Starmer in Beijing on Thursday.
(2026-01-29). Five killed, including India's Maharashtra Deputy CM, in Learjet crash. albawaba.com ALBAWABA- Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar and four others were killed on Wednesday when their Learjet 45XR crashed during an attempted emergency landing at Baramati airstrip in Pune district, authorities confirmed. The aircraft, flying from Mumbai to Baramati, Pawar's home constituency, burst into flames upon impact. CCTV footage captured a massive fireball as the plane skidded off the runway. All onboard, including two pilots and two other passengers, died; the identities of the latter have not yet been released pending family notification.The Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) has launche…
(2026-01-29). Sri Lankan president falsely postures as champion of "national unity" wsws.org Dissanayake is trying to cover up the Janatha Vimukthi Peramuna's reactionary communal record as an enthusiastic supporter of anti-Tamil racialist war.
(2026-01-29). Last giant pandas in Japan return to China. ecns.cn Giant pandas Xiao Xiao and Lei Lei, the last remaining giant pandas on loan to Japan, returned to China early Wednesday, the China Conservation and Research Center for the Giant Panda said, marking the suspension of the country's long-running panda conservation exchange with Japan.
(2026-01-29). Wednesday 1/28: Sacramento Sancturay Mixtape Workday. indybay.org 3711 Park Rd, Sacramento, CA 95841…
(2026-01-29). Saturday 1/31: Meetup: House Arrest Update From Zoe Rosenberg. indybay.org Berkeley Animal Rights Center | 2414 6th St, Berkeley, CA…
(2026-01-29). Dozens killed in RSF drone attack in war-torn Sudan's South Kordofan. aljazeera.com The attack in Dilling town comes a day after Sudan's military declared an end to RSF siege there.
(2026-01-29). 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, (…) | – |
(2026-01-29). China ramping up Nipah virus surveillance. ecns.cn No Nipah virus cases had been detected in China as of Tuesday and the probability of infections in China remains low, the National Disease Control and Prevention Administration said in the wake of a recent outbreak in neighboring India.
(2026-01-29). Britain, China join forces against migrant smuggling gangs. geo.tv 
British Prime Minister Keir Starmer arrives in Beijing, China, January 28, 2026. — ReutersBEIJING: Britain and China are set to sign a co-operation agreement on Thursday targeting supply chains used by migrant smugglers, Downing Street said, as Prime Minister Keir Starmer visits…
(2026-01-29). Read all about it! Macron gives honour to last newspaper hawker in Paris. geo.tv 
French President Emmanuel Macron gives the Chevalier of the French Order of Merit award to Ali Akbar, who hawks newspapers around the streets of Saint-Germain-des-Pres in the French capital for 50 years, during a ceremony at the Elysee Palace in Paris, France on January 28, 2026. —…
(2026-01-29). Nanjing city glows with colorful Lanterns ahead of Spring Festival. ecns.cn Residents and tourists stroll through the lantern-lit streets of Nanjing's southern old town in Jiangsu Province on Jan. 28, 2026.
(2026-01-29). Overnight Israeli Raids Bring Closures, Injuries, and Expulsions. english.almanar.com.lb Israeli occupation forces stormed the town of Hizma, northeast of occupied Jerusalem, late Wednesday night, mere hours after withdrawing from the area. Israeli occupation forces storm the town of Al-Issawiya in the occupied Jerusalem. pic.twitter.com/zgykpX5kxE— Quds News Network (@QudsNen) January 29, 2026 The Jerusalem Governorate reported that during the incursion, enemy forces fired stun grenades …
(2026-01-29). British Intelligence Goes Full Guardian Promoting Untestable Computer-Generated Scares of Eco-System Collapse. wattsupwiththat.com This ridiculous scare alone gives us an idea about what is going on here. Humans affect the environment they live in, as do all species, but political extremists are given free rein to magnify to truly absurd levels the dangers of exploitation. Their solution is a neo-Malthusian command-and-control Net Zero takeover that would inevitably cause societal and economic collapse. When people are starving and destitute, biodiversity will be torn to shreds. Cobbling together 14 pages of reheated sandwich board-scares that have been doing the rounds for decades is an absurd waste of time for security professionals with p…
(2026-01-29). Heavy gunfire and explosions near airport in Niger's capital. aljazeera.com Heavy gunfire and explosions were heard near Niger's international airport in Niamey on Thursday.
(2026-01-29). What must be done to prepare a nationwide general strike against the Trump administration? wsws.org This feature highlights selected questions and answers from Socialism AI—concise, clear and politically insightful responses to some of the most pressing issues of our time.
(2026-01-29). NUP Claims Nansana Mayoral Seat Amid Disputed Results as NRM Takes Entebbe, Kira, Makindye Ssabagabo. plusnews.ug 
The National Unity Platform (NUP) has won the Nansana Municipality mayoral race in Wakiso District amid claims of electoral irregularities, as the National Resistance Movement (NRM) retained Entebbe, Kira, and Makindye Ssabagabo municipalities. John Bosco Sserunkuma, popularly known as Kaanakambatta, was on Wednesday evening declared the winner of the Nansana mayoral seat after polling 19,468 votes. …
(2026-01-29). Death toll in India's West Bengal storage units fire rises to 19. ecns.cn The death toll in a massive fire that engulfed two adjoining warehouses in the eastern Indian state of West Bengal has risen to 19, with many reported missing, the state-run broadcaster All India Radio (AIR) said Wednesday.
(2026-01-29). Saturday 1/31: Abolish ICE Human Banner on Ocean Beach SF. indybay.org 1000 Great Hwy, Stairwell 17, San Francisco, CA 94121…
(2026-01-29). Bruce Springsteen sings out against ICE and Trump in 'Streets of Minneapolis'. scmp.com Bruce Springsteen is dedicating his new song to the people of Minneapolis, criticising US President Donald Trump's ongoing immigration enforcement operations in the city. | The lyrics of "Streets of Minneapolis", released Wednesday, describe how "a city aflame fought fire and ice 'neath an occupier's boots", which Springsteen calls "King Trump's private army".
(2026-01-29). Drug regulator tightens safety rules, prompting exit of tradtional Chinese patent medicines. ecns.cn China's drug regulator will require a large number of traditional Chinese patent medicines to withdraw from the market starting in July, as stricter safety disclosure requirements reach a key enforcement deadline, according to media reports.
(2026-01-29). Makerere to Cut Undergraduate Intake, Expand Graduate Enrollment. plusnews.ug 
Makerere University has announced plans to gradually reduce its undergraduate student intake while increasing enrollment at the graduate level, as part of a long-term strategy to reposition the institution as a research-focused university. The Vice Chancellor, Professor Barnabas Nawangwe, said the shift is aimed at strengthening the university's research output and postgraduate training. He revealed …
(2026-01-29). Thursday 1/29: Protest @ Press Conference. indybay.org Mexican Heritage Plaza…
(2026-01-29). Friday 2/6: Protest In front of the ICE Office! indybay.org 220 Vineyard Court Morgan Hill…
(2026-01-29). Domestic drugmakers take center stage in development, innovation. ecns.cn On a chilly winter morning in Beijing, 38-year-old Zhang, who had long struggled with thyroid eye disease, felt a warm glimmer of hope as he received the doctor's prescription.
(2026-01-29). Latest AML rules to lift security. ecns.cn China's latest rules on anti-money laundering (AML) special preventive measures mark a key milestone in safeguarding national and financial security, while further aligning the country's regulatory framework with advanced international standards to strengthen cross-border enforcement, experts said.
(2026-01-29). Thursday 1/29: Stanford 11 Trial: Pack The Court & Hallway. indybay.org Department 53, so called 'Hall Of Justice' take a right after the security checkpoint lobby and apparent is an elevator in the other wing, there are signs, park across the street or meters or farther away. | Santa Clara Hall of Justice | Department 53…
(2026-01-29). Saturday 1/31: Free virtual screening of the (recorded) play "The Return" indybay.org Zoom | us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_jG5f……
(2026-01-29). Exiled leader Hasina denounces upcoming Bangladesh polls after party ban. aljazeera.com Ousted premier says the exclusion of her Awami League party "deepens resentment" on Muhammad Yunus's interim government.
(2026-01-29). The Iranian Protests Explained: Outside Intervention will only undercut Efforts by Iranians to transform their System. juancole.com By (
(2026-01-29). 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 (…) | – |
(2026-01-29). EU's new system to tackle illegal fishing overwhelmed. ecns.cn Containers of fish are stacking up at European ports after a new digital system designed to flag illegal catches buckled under pressure, triggering warnings of severe issues for the industry and looming shortages.
(2026-01-29). Xinjiang sees steady growth in 2021-25. ecns.cn The economy of Northwest China's Xinjiang Uygur autonomous region expanded at a steady clip during the 14th Five-Year Plan period (2021-25), with fixed-asset investment and foreign trade growth among the highest in the country, officials said.
(2026-01-29). US agents involved in Alex Pretti's killing in Minneapolis placed on leave. aljazeera.com Two agents placed on administrative leave as outrage continues over killing of intensive care nurse Alex Pretti.
(2026-01-29). WHYY Newscast for Wednesday 7:00 p.m. whyy.org The latest local headlines from WHYY…
(2026-01-29). Beijing on alert as Nipah virus spreads in India. ecns.cn Zero Nipah virus infections have been detected in China, national disease control and prevention authorities have said in the wake of a recent outbreak in India, adding that health authorities have nevertheless begun risk assessments and strengthened monitoring mechanisms.
(2026-01-29). U.S. Out of Paris Climate Agreement. wattsupwiththat.com Thanks to President Trump, the U.S. has officially escaped from the Paris Climate Agreement which undermined American values and priorities, wasted hard-earned taxpayer dollars, and stifled economic growth. This is another commonsense America First victory for the American people!" ( — Taylor Rogers, White House spokesperson.
(2026-01-29). NRM's Allan Bulamu wins Kira Municipality Mayoral race. independent.co.ug 
Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | National Resistance Movement (NRM) candidate Allan Bulamu has been declared the winner of the Kira Municipality mayoral election, amid fierce protests from opposition contenders who accused electoral officials of fraud. The declaration, made by the returning officer after a heated hour-long exchange followed by a lunch break, ignited outrage …
(2026-01-29). Sunday 2/22: Community Call: Live from Palestine. indybay.org Zoom | christiansforafreepalestine.com/events/f……
(2026-01-29). 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 (…) | – |
(2026-01-29). No talks under pressure ⚪ Iran responds to Trump's threats, U.S. naval enforcement in Middle East. ecns.cn British Prime Minister Keir Starmer arrives, as British Ambassador to China Peter Wilson and Chinese Finance Minister Lan Foan walk alongside, in Beijing, China, Jan 28, 2026.
(2026-01-29). Lt Gen Okiding, Sam Mugira among ten elected UPDF representatives to parliament. independent.co.ug 
Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | The Army Council has elected ten representatives of the Uganda People's Defence Forces (UPDF) to Parliament, with Deputy Chief of Defence Forces Lt. Gen. Sam Okiding emerging top after securing 340 votes. According to results declared by the Electoral Commission Returning Officer, Diana Tumusiime Kateeba, Lt. Gen. Sam Mugira, …
(2026-01-29). Police probe explosive device thrown at Indigenous protest in Australia. aljazeera.com Man charged with throwing explosive device into a crowd at Invasion Day protest in Western Australia's Perth.
(2026-01-29). Friday 1/30: Webinar: Iran, the US and Israel: How did we Get Here? indybay.org Online | masspeace.us/iran-us-israel…
(2026-01-29). Monday 2/2: Emergency! Stop Racist Deportations of Haitian and All TPS Refugees – Abolish ICE! indybay.org San Francisco Immigration Court | 100 Montgomery Street, San Francisco | near corner of Montgomery & Post Streets…
(2026-01-29). Kisenyi Traders Decry Slow Pace of Road Construction. plusnews.ug 
The snail-pace road works in Kisenyi, Kampala, have irked traders, who say the delays are disrupting business operations. Last year, Kampala Capital City Authority (KCCA) commissioned the construction of Erisa Nkoyoyo Road, Church Road, Church Lane, and Naava Road in Kisenyi, along with other roads in Lubaga Division and Kampala Central, covering a total distance of …
(2026-01-29). Saturday 2/28: Sacramento: ACLU NorCal Convening – Training to Organize for Change & Defend Democracy. indybay.org FREE one-day, in-person workshop | Location will be given to RSVP attendees: action.aclunc.org/a/organizing-convening… | Breakfast and Lunch Included | Please RSVP by January 31 to secure your spot.
(2026-01-29). The Pitt Season 2 and the challenges facing a serious television drama. wsws.org The second season of The Pitt is being aired in the midst of historical events that have thrust healthcare workers into the spotlight in an unprecedented manner.
(2026-01-29). A REPRESENTATIVE TO THE EUROPEAN UNION IN BRUSSELS FULL-TIME PERMANENT CONTRACT. 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 (…) | – |
(2026-01-29). Saturday 2/21: Watsonville: ACLU NorCal Convening – Training to Organize for Change & Defend Democracy. indybay.org FREE one-day, in-person workshop | Location will be given to RSVP attendees: action.aclunc.org/a/organizing-convening… | Breakfast and Lunch Included | Please RSVP by January 31 to secure your spot.
(2026-01-29). Elon Musk's Tesla reports first-ever annual decline in revenue. aljazeera.com Electric car company to invest $2bn in artificial intelligence start-up as part of pivot away from auto market.
(2026-01-29). Voices of solidarity from Germany in the fight against Trump's drive to dictatorship. wsws.org Workers and students in Germany send messages of support to the general strike in Minnesota and the nurses' strike in New York, linking the fight against the Trump dictatorship with the struggle against war and social cuts in Europe.
(2026-01-29). Chinese autonomous shuttle launches commercial operations in Belgium. ecns.cn A Chinese-developed autonomous shuttle bus has officially begun commercial operations in Leuven, Belgium.
(2026-01-29). Police, federal agents assault and arrest peaceful protesters outside Dilley detention camp in south Texas. wsws.org As hundreds demanded an end to children being kept in cages, ICE locked down the Dilley facility while Texas police and immigration Gestapo used tear gas and truncheons to assault peaceful protesters outside the prison camp.
(2026-01-29). Striking Kaiser healthcare workers: "A general strike could be very powerful" wsws.org The Kaiser strike is part of a broader wave of healthcare workers' struggles across the country, totaling more than 46,000 workers from coast to coast.
(2026-01-29). Uganda: Arbitrary detention of Dr. Sarah Bireete ahead of general elections. fidh.org
(2026-01-29). Results of the ICRC Writing Competition VI: Upholding Humanity. icrc.org
(2026-01-29). West Bank: Israeli occupation forces demolish two Palestinian homes in al-Zarazir village. english.almanar.com.lb
(2026-01-29). Afghanistan: A visual journey through Afghanistan's humanitarian challenges and ICRC's humanitarian response. icrc.org
(2026-01-29). Azerbaijan – Armenia: ICRC representatives travel to Azerbaijan to visit persons detained in relation to the conflict. icrc.org
(2026-01-29). More Than a Competition: The Journey of Uganda's IHL Moot Court Winners. icrc.org
(2026-01-29). Israeli occupation forces stormed the town of Beita, south of Nablus in the occupied West Bank. english.almanar.com.lb
(2026-01-29). Car ramming at largest synagogue in Brooklyn. aljazeera.com
(2026-01-29). Syria: ICRC concerned over worsening humanitarian situation. icrc.org
(2026-01-29). Banks shut, futures uncertain one year after M23 rebels seized DRC's Goma. aljazeera.com
(2026-01-29). Settlers torch vacated homes in Bedouin community in West Bank. haaretz.com
(2026-01-29). Pakistan journalist Nadir Abbas Baloch targeted with intimidation, threats. CPJ Staff
(2026-01-29). Yemen: The ICRC stands ready to support detainee releases between conflict parties following agreement. icrc.org
(2026-01-29). Central African Republic: Humanitarian situation remains alarming in south-east of the country. icrc.org
(2026-01-29). Frequently Asked Questions: International Armed Conflict (IAC). icrc.org
(2026-01-29). Explosion, fire reported in Buenos Aires, Argentina. albawaba.com
(2026-01-29). Iran: Over 30 NGOs raise alarm over dire situation for detained human rights defenders amid rising protest death toll. fidh.org
(2026-01-29). ICRC response in northern Syria: Operational update. icrc.org
(2026-01-29). Cuban journalist handed 6-year prison sentence for protesting. CPJ Staff
(2026-01-29). Myanmar journalist Myat Thu Kyaw seriously injured in alleged prison assault. CPJ Staff
(2026-01-29). European court rules Azerbaijan prosecuted Khadija Ismayilova in retaliation for journalism. Lauren Wolfe
(2026-01-29). Serbia: Further progress needed to clarify the fate of the missing. icrc.org
(2026-01-29). Frequently asked questions: ICRC's work in the Philippines. icrc.org
(2026-01-29). Statement on meetings on protected persons in the Russia-Ukraine international armed conflict. icrc.org
(2026-01-29). Cambodia-Thailand: ICRC supports release and repatriation of 18 prisoners of war. icrc.org
(2026-01-29). DR Congo: As more people are wounded in South Kivu violence, they struggle to get treatment. icrc.org
(2026-01-29). Israeli occupation forces demolish Palestinian-owned structures in the town of Sebastia, northwest of Nablus. english.almanar.com.lb
(2026-01-29). Democratic Republic of the Congo: Violence in South Kivu forces thousands of families to flee. icrc.org
(2026-01-29). Highland Park Stands With Minnesota. indybay.org
(2026-01-29). Somalia: One year on, families reeling from conflict in Puntland. icrc.org
(2026-01-29). Complementing existing protections in armed conflicts and other situations of violence. icrc.org
(2026-01-29). The Global International Humanitarian Law Initiative to hold a High-level Conference on Humanity in War in Jordan in 2026. icrc.org
(2026-01-29). Bosnia and Herzegovina: Families of the missing still seek answers. icrc.org
(2026-01-29). CPJ, Journalist Assistance Network urge US authorities to respect rights of journalists covering immigration. CPJ Staff
(2026-01-29). Chad: Sudanese families separated by conflict find hope one phone call at a time. icrc.org
(2026-01-29). Uganda: Suspension of at least seven human rights NGOs ahead of general elections. fidh.org
(2026-01-29). Rebuilding livelihoods for conflict-affected families in northeast Nigeria. icrc.org
(2026-01-29). The ICRC in 2025: On the front line for humanity, always. icrc.org
(2026-01-29). Uganda: Arbitrary arrest and pre-trial detention of eight environmental rights defenders. fidh.org
(2026-01-29). Somalia: Rebuilding life beyond the emergency. icrc.org
(2026-01-29). Ahead of Bangladesh election, CPJ urges political parties to protect press freedom. CPJ Staff
(2026-01-29). What Tech Wants: Crypto Reign Of Terror. levernews.com
(2026-01-29). The Justifications For War With Iran Keep Changing. caitlinjohnstone.com.au
(2026-01-29). Irán responde a provocación de Trump. radiohc.cu Irán está abierto al diálogo con Estados Unidos, pero preparado para defenderse si es presionado, declaró este miércoles en su cuenta de X la Misión Permanente del país persa ante las Naciones Unidas. | La representación iraní recordó en un mensaje que ´la última vez que Estados Unidos se equivocó al entrar en guerras en Afganistán e Irak, desperdició más de 7 billones de dólares y perdió más de 7.000 vidas estadounidenses ª. | La misión afirmó, además: Irán está preparado para el diálogo basado en el respeto y los intereses mutuos, pero si es empujado, se defenderá y responderá como nunca antes ª.
(2026-01-29). Entra en vigor Código de la Niñez, Adolescencias y Juventudes en Cuba. cubadebate.cu El Código de la Niñez, Adolescencias y Juventudes fue publicado hoy en la Gaceta Oficial y entra en vigor este mismo día 28 de enero, en coincidencia con el aniversario 173 del natalicio del Héroe Nacional de Cuba, José Martí, lo cual lo convierte en un homenaje a su legado, que estuvo en muchos casos dedicado a la infancia.
(2026-01-29). A más bloqueo y agresiones de EE.UU., más intensa la solidaridad con Cuba. radiohc.cu 
Un ejemplo de ello será el IV Encuentro Internacional organizado por el Canal Europa por Cuba que se celebrará en Sevilla, España, del 30 de enero al 1 de febrero próximos con el objetivo de respaldar a la mayor de las Antillas frente a las embestidas de la actual administración de Washington del mandatario Donald Trump. | Líderes y miembros de movimientos solidarios y reconocidas personalidades del viejo continente, de América Latina, àÅfrica y Asia, así como representantes de Cuba y de sus residentes en el exterior, reafirmarán en esa cita el apoyo incondicional al decano archipiélago del Caribe. | Los pa…
(2026-01-29). Mexicanos esperanzados con medicamento cubano. radiohc.cu Una innovadora solución cubana para combatir las úlceras del pie diabético se vislumbra como un recurso a extenderse en México, después de ensayos y experiencias médicas aún en marcha. | Los Servicios Médicos Cubanos ofrecen atención a los pacientes diabéticos del archipiélago caribeño que incluye el Heberprot-P, desarrollado por el Centro de Ingeniería Genética y Biotecnología. | Sometido a estudios, aprobado por las instancias regulatorias e incorporado al cuadro básico de medicamentos, el inyectable ha brindado certezas de ser único y eficaz en el tratamiento de úlceras del pie diabético. | Se trata de una de…
(2026-01-29). En vigor en Cuba, Código de la Niñez, Adolescencias y Juventudes. radiohc.cu El Código de la Niñez, Adolescencias y Juventudes fue publicado este miércoles en la Gaceta Oficial de la República de Cuba y entra en vigor este mismo día 28 de enero, en coincidencia con el aniversario 173 del natalicio de José Martí, nuestro Héroe Nacional. | La ministra cubana de Educación, Naima Trujillo Barreto explicó en conferencia de prensa algunos de la confección de la norma, para lo cual se valieron de un amplio grupo de asesores y consultas a quienes va dedicado su proceder. | La titular significó que este instrumento legal contempla un sistema de protección integral con sus respectivos subsistemas p…
(2026-01-29). Más ayuda para Cuba desde España. radiohc.cu 
Otra ayuda solidaria destinada a pobladores de las provincias orientales de Cuba llegará en los próximos días procedente de España, coordinado por diferentes organizaciones solidarias que operan en la península ibérica. | Manuel Lleonart, miembro de la Asociación Valenciana de Amistad con Cuba, José Martí, mencionó que para cerrar el contenedor se convocó a una jornada de trabajo voluntario el sábado 24 de enero, que congregó a más de 30 activistas de la solidaridad con Cuba de Valencia, Euskadi, Madrid y Catalunya, cubanas y cubanos residentes, más activistas de varias organizaciones políticas y sindicales, quie…
(2026-01-29). Trump vuelve a amenazar a Irán: "El tiempo se acaba" cubadebate.cu El presidente de Estados Unidos, Donald Trump, amenazó hoy a Irán con un ataque "mucho peor" que el ejecutado en junio contra las instalaciones nucleares de la República Islámica si no acepta un acuerdo para limitar ese programa.
(2026-01-29). Presidenta de México: La ayuda humanitaria a Cuba continúa. cubadebate.cu La presidenta de México, Claudia Sheinbaum, afirmó hoy que su país continúa con la ayuda humanitaria a Cuba, asediada por el bloqueo económico, comercial y financiero de Estados Unidos desde hace más de seis décadas.
(2026-01-29). Universidad de Matanzas otorga título de Doctor Honoris Causa a Miguel Barnet. radiohc.cu 
´La mejor forma de ver las estrellas es pisar los adoquines por donde caminaron los poetas de la Atenas de Cuba ª, expresó este miércoles el destacado intelectual cubano Miguel Barnet, tras recibir la Condición Académica Doctor Honoris Causa en Ciencias de la Educación, como simbólico abrazo de la Universidad de Matanzas (UM). | Barnet recibió el título honorífico en la Sala de Conciertos 'José White', de manos de la doctora en Ciencias Leyda Finalé de la Cruz, rectora de la UM, en ocasión del I Festival Internacional de Poesía Puentes Poéticos. | Durante la cita que contó con la presencia de Alpidio…
(2026-01-29). Xenofobia: Atacan a la congresista demócrata Ilhan Omar. cubadebate.cu Tras la agresión, la congresista insistió en continuar hablando en asamblea pública. Las autoridades arrestaron al atacante, un hombre de 55 años llamado Anthony Kazmierczak. Horas antes del ataque, el presidente Trump se burló abiertamente de la congresista Omar durante un mitin en el estado de Iowa.
(2026-01-29). México conspira para invadir EEUU, dice libro promovido por Trump. cubadebate.cu El presidente Donald Trump promovió en sus medios sociales un nuevo libro que advierte sobre "un golpe de Estado invisible" contra Estados Unidos organizado por el gobierno mexicano y Morena al "usar como arma política la migración masiva para influir en elecciones y minar la seguridad nacional".
(2026-01-29). Santiago de Cuba rindió tributo a José Martí. radiohc.cu El pueblo de Santiago de Cuba rindió tributo este miércoles a José Martí, el Héroe Nacional, en el aniversario 173 de su natalicio. | En el Mausoleo que guardan los restos del Apóstol de la independencia, en el cementerio patrimonial Santa Ifigenia, se realizó la ceremonia militar, el cambio de la guardia de honor, y estudiantes de la Escuela Militar 'Camilo Cienfuegos', de la urbe indómita, colocaron las ofrendas florales enviadas por el líder de la Revolución cubana, general de Ejército Raúl Castro Ruz; el primer secretario del Comité Central del Partido Comunista de Cuba (PCC) y presidente de la República, Mig…
(2026-01-29). Passenger plane crashes in northeast Columbia, lawmaker among all 15 onboard killed. ptcnews.tv PTC News Desk: A small aircraft crashed on Wednesday in a remote part of Colombia's Norte de Santander province in the country's northeast, killing all 15 people on board, officials confirmed. Satena, the state-run airline operating the flight, said authorities were alerted by local residents in the community of Curasica, who reported the crash site. A rescue team was dispatched to evaluate the situation. | Colombia's Ministry of Transportation later announced that after the wreckage was found, officials sadly confirmed there were no survivors. | The plane, registered as HK4709, departed from Cucuta airport [mda…
(2026-01-29). Leñadores fuerzan a un séptimo juego en playoff beisbolero. cubadebate.cu Los Leñadores de Las Tunas vencieron hoy 5-4 a los Leopardos de Villa Clara y forzaron a un séptimo y decisivo juego para definir el último semifinalista del campeonato cubano de béisbol.
(2026-01-29). Quitar lastres al pensamiento, y desatar todas las fuerzas de crear. cubadebate.cu Este miércoles tuvieron lugar los Plenos Extraordinarios del Comité Provincial del Partido Comunista de Cuba en las provincias de Las Tunas, Camagàºey, y Ciego de àÅvila. Las reuniones estuvieron encabezadas por el Primer Secretario del Comité Central del Partido Comunista, Miguel Díaz-Canel Bermúdez, así como por el miembro del Buró Político, Roberto Morales Ojeda.
(2026-01-29). Jazz Plaza homenajea a José Luis Cortés. cubadebate.cu La 41 edición del Festival Internacional Jazz Plaza ha tenido la deferencia de recordar este año a uno de los músicos más integrales que ha tenido Cuba, el flautista José Luis Cortés, a quien se le ha dedicado un coloquio en esta, su ciudad natal. Por estos días, y en el marco del evento dedicado a él, han sido varias las figuras participantes que han rememorado su legado.
(2026-01-29). Díaz-Canel encabezó análisis del PCC en Las Tunas y Camagàºey. radiohc.cu 
El primer secretario del Comité Central del Partido Comunista de Cuba (PCC) y presidente de la República, Miguel Díaz-Canel encabezó este miércoles los plenos extraordinarios del Partido en las provincias de Las Tunas y Camagàºey, como parte del ciclo de reuniones que se desarrolla en todo el país para analizar las prioridades del año 2026. | La Presidencia de la República informó en su cuenta oficial de X, que en ambos encuentros participó el miembro del Buró Político y secretario de Organización del Comité Central del PCC, Roberto Morales Ojeda, y las máximas autoridades políticas del territorio. | En el c…
(2026-01-28). How Israeli destruction of Gaza fertility clinics erased parenthood dreams. aljazeera.com Israel's destruction of fertility clinics in its war on Gaza left thousands of Palestinians mourning unborn children.
(2026-01-28). After Trump Declared Gaza War 'Over,' Media Lost Interest. fair.org 
Since President Donald Trump declared that "the war in Gaza is over" on October 3, 2025, US news outlets' interest in the occupied territory has plummeted. In a FAIR search of US-related news sites using Media Cloud, a news media database, coverage of Gaza post-ceasefire agreement averaged just 1.5% of the news hole—significantly less than the level of coverage before the agreement. | From July 2 through October 1, 2025, mentions of Gaza appeared in 2.3% of news stories in Media Cloud's
(2026-01-28). LIVE: Gaza 'desperate' as Israel aid blocks hit children hardest, UN says. aljazeera.com Palestinians 'desperate' for Rafah crossing to open as prolonged closures compound widespread suffering, warns the UN.
(2026-01-28). Gaza aid mercenaries may run Rafah border? What could go wrong! newarab.com 
The Rafah border gate between Egypt and Gaza has long been a political pressure valve, prone to closure whenever regional tensions spike. But in the latest twist, Israel is reportedly pushing to station private American security contractors at this nominally Egyptian Palestinian crossing — a startling outsourcing of border control that speaks volumes about the new balance of power. | Under
(2026-01-28). Trump's 'Board of Peace' Is the Nail in Gaza's Coffin. globalresearch.ca US President Donald Trump has declared the three-month "ceasefire" in Gaza a great success, and now wants to move on to What does success look like? Israeli soldiers have
(2026-01-28). Britain's Return to Piracy to Stop Russian Ships Desperate Attempt to Demonstrate Power. globalresearch.ca British media claims that London is preparing to deal with tankers from Russian ports in the same way that the United States deals with tankers from Venezuela — by seizing them. However, Russia has the strength and means to protect …
(2026-01-28). Headlines for January 28, 2026. democracynow.org Congressmember Ilhan Omar Attacked at Town Hall in Minneapolis, CBP Report: Two Federal Officials Fired Weapons at Alex Pretti in Fatal Shooting, Federal Judge Temporarily Blocks Trump Admin from Deporting Liam Ramos and His Father, 5-Year-Old Girl Deported to Honduras Despite Being U.S. Citizen, Dozens of Anti-ICE Protesters Arrested in Manhattan After Occupying Lobby of Hilton Hotel, ICE Agents to Join U.S. Delegation to the Winter Olympics in Italy, CNN: Trump Admin Planning to Establish a CIA Presence in Venezuela, Families of Two Trinidadian Men Killed in U.S. Strikes Sue Trump Administration, Trump: "…
(2026-01-28). War Secretary Greenlights ICE Using Military Base in Minnesota. scheerpost.com President Donald Trump delivers remarks at a press conference at Mar-a-Lago in Palm Beach, Florida, following Operation Absolute Resolve in Venezuela leading to the capture of Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro, Saturday, January 3, 2026. (Official White House Photo by Molly Riley) | In one of the scariest moments in modern history, we're doing our best at ScheerPost to pierce the fog of lies that conceal it but we need some help to pay our writers and staff. Please consider a By Kyle An…
(2026-01-28). National Nurses United: Week of action in honor of Alex Pretti, RN and all others killed by ICE. wibailoutpeople.org 
It's happened. Federal immigration agents have murdered one of our own, ICU registered nurse Alex Pretti, who saved veterans' lives at the Minneapolis VA. Pretti upheld his oath to advocate for and protect his patients and community to the very end as a peaceful, public legal observer of ICE atrocities. Join National Nurses United RN …
(2026-01-28). Lukashenko informed about Belarus' energy industry status amid bad weather. eng.belta.by The key task is to ensure reliable supply of electricity and heating to households and promptly respond to possible non-routine situations. The head of state pays close attention to the matter.
(2026-01-28). Hunger strikes of detained asylum seekers are also crucial. thecanary.co 
During the Prisoners for Palestine hunger strike, many Western media outlets maintained that this was the first significant prison hunger strike since the IRA hunger strike in 1980-1981. Parallels between the two hunger strikes certainly exist. Two liberation struggles against British colonialism, in Ireland and Israel, confronted settler colonial violence and genocide. And, these hunger […] | By
(2026-01-28). The previous EHRC anti-trans guidance was a shitshow so now it's back to the drawing board. thecanary.co 
On 27 January, the Guardian reported that the Equality and Human Rights Commission (EHRC) is rewriting its disastrous single-sex space guidance. The article characterised the new EHRC chair, Mary-Ann Stevenson, as being more "constructive" than her predecessor. The problem, however, isn't that Kishwer Falkner — the previous head of the equalities watchdog — was a transphobic zealot […] | By
(2026-01-28). Trump Administration Brought the Violence of US Border Policies Into US Cities. truthout.org As President Trump shakes up the leadership of his immigration crackdown in Minnesota following the killing of ICU nurse Alex Pretti by Border Patrol agents, we examine the expanding role of the agency in interior enforcement. Independent journalist Todd Miller says the Trump administration's immigration operations in U.S. cities are an "extension" of "policies and practices that we've been… |
(2026-01-28). Iran and its proxies threaten retaliation against US and Israel amid US military buildup. longwarjournal.org Tehran and its regional proxy groups have threatened retaliation against the United States and Israel as Washington moves additional military assets into the Middle East after the regime's lethal crackdown on protesters. Regime-affiliated outlets and proxy leaders have outlined various retaliation scenarios, including drone swarms, maritime disruption efforts, and suicide attacks.
(2026-01-28). TikTok uninstalls jump 150% in US following Larry Ellison takeover. albawaba.com ALBAWABA- Daily TikTok uninstalls in the United States have surged 150% following the announcement that a U.S.-based consortium led by Oracle co-founder Larry Ellison will take control of TikTok's American operations. The spike reflects growing user concerns over privacy, ownership changes, and new platform policies, prompting many to delete the app or explore alternatives.While overall daily active users remain relatively stable, analytics show a sharp increase in uninstall activity in the days after the takeover announcement, indicating strong user sentiment against the change.One platform benefiting from TikTo…
(2026-01-28). LEAKED: ICE is set to invade Springfield, Ohio. liberationnews.org 
Starting February 4th, Springfield will be the site of another ICE surge from the Trump administration's racist, anti-immigrant crackdown. Temporary Protected Status (TPS) for Haitians is slated to end on February 4, jeopardizing migrant families and communities who are already facing precarious circumstances.
(2026-01-28). US congresswoman Ilhan Omar sprayed with liquid at town hall meeting. aljazeera.com US Rep Ilhan Omar of Minnesota was sprayed with an unknown substance by an assailant during a public meeting.
(2026-01-28). Chemical weapon usage allegations in Ukraine deserve serious scrutiny. infobrics.org The chemical weapons debate surrounding Ukraine has been shaped by selective coverage and geopolitical interests. While Western media focus almost exclusively on allegations against Russia, underreported claims point to possible toxic chemical use by Ukrainian forces. Combined with Kyiv's documented human rights record, these allegations raise serious questions that international law cannot simply ignore.
(2026-01-28). Sharaa meets Putin as Russia eyes deal on military bases. newarab.com 
(2026-01-28). Majority of Americans Want ICE Defunded as Confidence in Agency Collapses. truthout.org A majority of Americans say they have little or no confidence in Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE), with most also saying they would like to see the agency defunded. According to an Economist/YouGov poll published on Tuesday, just 30 percent of Americans have a "great deal" or "quite a lot" of confidence in ICE, while 55 percent say they have no confidence in the agency. |
(2026-01-28). Can a revived Palestinian Joint List reshape Israeli politics. newarab.com 
Leaders of Israel's four Palestinian political parties on Thursday The document, signed on 22 January, stops short of a binding electoral pact but commits the parties to formal negotiations aimed at reassembling
(2026-01-28). Sabalenka and Svitolina set for Australian Open semi. tribune.com.pk 
Aryna Sabalenka will aim to take a huge stride towards a third Australian Open title in four years when the Belarusian top seed clashes with Ukraine's Elina Svitolina on Thursday in a semi-final simmering with geopolitical tension. | Both players will navigate the political sensitivities that have cast a shadow over their meetings on the tour since Russia's invasion of Ukraine in 2022, for which Belarus has been a staging ground, and there will be no customary handshakes at the net. | The war has shaped the atmosphere when Ukrainian players go up against their Russian and Belarusian rivals on the tour, with Sv…
(2026-01-28). Oppose US Grab, Expose Denmark's Injustices and Demand Inuit-led, UN-administered Ecologically Protective Future of Greenland. globalresearch.ca The USA's intentions of annexing Greenland are rightly being opposed widely by many people. This opposition should continue. The base of this opposition is that any such annexation would be completely illegal, and would set a very dangerous precedent. However, …
(2026-01-28). Dispatch from Minneapolis. counterpunch.org 
On the evening of January 8, a friend and I parked our car in Minneapolis' Powderhorn neighborhood, where Renee Good—a white, unarmed mother of three—was murdered by a federal agent. We proceeded on foot because mourners had cordoned off several blocks of Portland Avenue into a mostly quiet commons where people, instead of passing by,
(2026-01-28). Belarus seeks to enter Qatari meat market. eng.belta.by Belarusian Agriculture and Food Minister Yuri Gorlov held talks with Chargé d'Affaires of Qatar to Belarus Hamoud Saleh Al-Saadi to discuss the expanding of cooperation in agriculture and food production.
(2026-01-28). What unites Palestine and Minneapolis. workers.org 
During the January 23 protest at Union Square in New York City, Workers World Party displayed placards saying: "Stop the Occupation from Minneapolis to Palestine!" This message was not intended to equate the almost 78-year-old apartheid, Zionist military control over an entire people to the current invasion of Minneapolis by . . . |
(2026-01-28). Ding dong the legacy media and its slavish war reporting is dead. responsiblestatecraft.org In a major development that must be frustrating to an establishment trying to sell their policies to an increasingly skeptical public, the rising popularity of independent media has made it impossible to create broad consensus for corporate-compliant narratives, and to casually denigrate, or even censor, those who disagree. It's been a long road.In terms of foreign policymakers being able to control the message, the first Gulf War in 1991 was a high-water mark in retrospect. At that point, Americans were getting their national news almost exclusively from corporate sources and especially the evening news, wit…
(2026-01-28). Masses turn out in solidarity with Minneapolis. workers.org 
The workers, youth and communities of Minneapolis shut the city down on Jan. 23. What's more, this was no ordinary economic strike. The shutdown — no work, no school, no shopping — was a political response to the terrorist thugs of Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) who invaded Minneapolis under . . . |
(2026-01-28). Al Gore Wants to Pay Farmers to Grow Less Food to Fight Climate Change. wattsupwiththat.com "If a billion people stop eating meat, I tell you, it has a big impact. Not only does it have a big impact on the current food system, but it will also inspire innovation of food systems," Jim Hagemann Snabe, chairman of the Germany-based conglomerate Siemens AG, said during a panel called "Mobilizing for Climate."
(2026-01-28). Texas orders immediate halt to new H-1B petitions at state agencies, public universities. geo.tv 
US flag, mock passport, 100 dollar banknote and H-1B visa application form are seen in this illustration taken September 26, 2025. — ReutersTexas Governor Greg Abbott on Tuesday issued an extraordinary executive directive with far-reaching implications, ordering an immediate halt…
(2026-01-28). EU nears terror listing of Iran's IRGC as France, Spain flip: What to know. al-monitor.com France and Spain had previously opposed the designation of the IRGC, arguing that the move could curtail any chance of dialogue with Tehran.
(2026-01-28). Berlin offers €1m reward for blackout culprits. tribune.com.pk 
Germany is offering a one-million-euro reward for information leading to the arrest of suspected far-left militants whose arson attack caused a massive blackout in Berlin earlier this month, the interior minister said on Tuesday. | The electricity outage left roughly 45,000 homes and around 2,200 businesses without power for nearly a week in the middle of winter in the southwest of the German capital. Police are hunting members of the far-left "Vulkangruppe" (Volcano Group) which claimed responsibility. | Authorities have deemed the online messages from the mysterious Vulkangruppe "credible". Interior Minister…
(2026-01-28). Chinese tourists avoid Japan amid concerns. ecns.cn Chinese tourist numbers to Japan have plummeted amid diplomatic frictions, security warnings, large-scale flight cancellations, and growing concerns over natural disasters and disease outbreaks, experts said on Tuesday.
(2026-01-28). Djokovic reaches Australian Open semifinal after Musetti retires injured. aljazeera.com Former champion Novak Djokovic is through to last 4 in Melbourne after frontrunner Lorenzo Musetti suffers groin injury.
(2026-01-28). As Western powers crack down on migrants, Spain embraces 500,000. aljazeera.com Madrid points to 'positive impact' of migration as it moves to grant 500,000 undocumented people legal status.
(2026-01-28). Enhanced India-EU Partnership Strengthens in Fractured World. ummid.com The enhanced partnership between India and European Union (EU) is going to eliminate tariffs on more than 90% of traded goods, besides imparting a thrust to services and facilitate investments between the two sides.
(2026-01-28). Trump's Nuclear Weapons Tests Threaten Breach with Europe. counterpunch.org 
(2026-01-28). New US TikTok Spinoff Will Be Controlled by Trump-Aligned Billionaires. truthout.org After years of bipartisan attacks on TikTok and its parent company ByteDance, which for a time included an effort to potentially ban the social media app in the U.S., a new U.S. TikTok spinoff has been announced, set to be owned and overseen by a tight-knit consortium of tech and financial megabillionaires, many of whom have had direct business relationships with Trump and members of his… |
(2026-01-28). Julieta Caldas: Luxury without Grandeur. newleftreview.org The experience of the Frieze Art Fair in London, as sibling events sprout in New York, LA, Seoul, Abu Dhabi, under the ownership of an entertainment mogul. Commercial logics on display in a glaring, idea-less space, where artists function as generators of speculative capital.
(2026-01-28). Zionist former Labour MP Conor McGinn charged with sexual offence. thecanary.co 
This article contains discussion of sexual assault and paedophilia. Israel-supporting Conor McGinn has become the latest Labour Zionist to be accused or convicted of sex crimes. The Crown Prosecution Service (CPS) has announced that McGinn. 41, has been: charged with one count of sexual assault in connection to an allegation of sexual assault made by […] | By
(2026-01-28). Pierre Vesperini: Government of the Past. newleftreview.org If the past is always that of a certain present, what are the conditions for avoiding the subordination of public history to self-interested origin stories, or the consignment of past infamies to oblivion? Who belongs in public memory, and who not? Reflections on the political use and abuse of popular historiography.
(2026-01-28). PSNA seeks urgent police talks after 'rock through window' attack on Palestine supporters. asiapacificreport.nz Asia Pacific Report The Palestine Solidarity Network Aotearoa (PSNA) has asked for an urgent meeting with Police Commissioner Richard Chambers and is calling for "cohesive action" over escalating attacks by Israel supporters against Palestinians and human rights activists. The network said in a statement a rock had been hurled through the window of New Plymouth…
(2026-01-28). PSX closes flat amid lack of positive cues. tribune.com.pk 
The Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX) remained highly volatile on Wednesday, with the KSE-100 index ending the session almost unchanged as investors stayed cautious due to a lack of positive cues. | The benchmark index moved within a narrow range, hitting an intra-day high of 189,183.88 and a low of 188,179.51. By the close, the index recorded a thin gain of 177.53 points, or 0.09% and stayed flat at 188,380.39 points. | KTrade Securities noted trading remained largely range-bound as investors adopted a cautious stance, resulting in selective participation across the market. | Activity stayed subdued, with volumes…
(2026-01-28). Patrick Reed's Return: From LIV Golf to PGA Tour Aspirations. devdiscourse.com Former Masters champion Patrick Reed has announced his departure from the Saudi-funded LIV Golf with hopes to rejoin the PGA Tour for the 2027 season. Reed is the second notable player to exit LIV Golf after Brooks Koepka, recently reinstated to the PGA Tour.
(2026-01-28). ICE, Ilhan Omar and Somalis: Unpacking Trump's obsession with Minnesota. aljazeera.com Congresswoman Omar is sprayed with an unknown liquid while meeting constituents. The motive is unknown.
(2026-01-28). China rejects U.S. pressure on Bolivia over Iran-linked groups, as Latin American influence shifts. moderndiplomacy.eu China's position on US pressure on Bolivia regarding Iran, the Iranian Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC), and US pressure on the Bolivian president to designate Hamas, Hezbollah, and the IRGC as terrorist organizations can be summarized in several points, most importantly China's opposition to US interference in Bolivian affairs. Here, China maintains a principled and consistent …
(2026-01-28). Learning from Menzies about coalition relations. onlineopinion.com.au Coalition Relations and Menzies – lessons to be remembered from the founder of the Liberal Party…
(2026-01-28). Vijay Prashad: Greenland Is Not a Prize. consortiumnews.com The U.S. has set its sights on Greenland due to its mineral wealth and strategic location. But its people — the Kalaallit — are an afterthought in Washington's machinations. By Vijay Prashad Tricontinental: Institute for Social Research Every few years, the…
(2026-01-28). Eskom contract worker sentenced to 35 years in prison. sanews.gov.za Eskom contract worker sentenced to 35 years in prison | Eskom contract worker, Simeon Majaonke Shongwe (46), is expected to serve 20 years behind bars after he was sentenced to 35 years' imprisonment by the Ermelo District Court. | Shongwe was arrested five days after he intentionally caused damages valued at R22 726 180.00 at the Eskom Camden power station in Ermelo on 10 November 2022. | The case was handed over to the Hawks' Secunda-based Serious Organised Crime Investigation for further handling. Information received from witnesses and crime scenes proved a strong case, which was presented before court. | Sh…
(2026-01-28). Man sprays US lawmaker Ilhan Omar with foul liquid after ICE condemnation. tribune.com.pk 1723611379-0/BeFunky-collage]____-(79)1723611379-0.jpg)
Police arrested a man who sprayed Democratic US Representative Ilhan Omar with a foul-smelling liquid in Minneapolis on Tuesday as she condemned the actions of U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement officials in Minnesota. | Omar, the frequent target of political insults from President Donald Trump, was uninjured. A security guard immediately grabbed the man and took him to the ground, according to a Reuters witness and video of the town hall event. | Police said they arrested the man for third-degree assault. | In her remarks, Omar was criticising ICE and Department of Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noe…
(2026-01-28). Thousands displaced from Tirah as security fears, snowfall slow evacuation. tribune.com.pk 
Thousands of families remain displaced from Tirah Valley in Khyber district as the Khyber-Pakhtunkhwa government oversees their relocation amid worsening security and heavy snowfall. | According to the Provincial Disaster Management Authority, the evacuation began on January 10. So far, 11,400 families have been registered, with more than 10,000 relocated to safer areas, including Bara and Peshawar. | On Wednesday alone, 1,719 families were registered at five centres in Bara. Each family is being provided Rs22,000 to Rs44,000 for transport, along with a monthly housing allowance of Rs50,000. | Heavy snowfall t…
(2026-01-28). PATRICK LAWRENCE: Trump's War on the Future Has a Past. consortiumnews.com The Trump-McMahon education edict: You will cooperate as we destroy the tradition of intellectual exploration that has endured for a thousand years — or we will starve you. By Patrick Lawrence Special to Consortium News Last autumn, well into the Trump…
(2026-01-28). March to honour Cuban national hero expresses solidarity against Trump. aljazeera.com At a rally to remember Jose Marti, some protesters disavowed any interference in Cuba from US President Donald Trump.
(2026-01-28). Tensions Rising between the US and Canada. Carney Confronts Trump. globalresearch.ca As the USMCA— the free trade agreement between Mexico, the United States, and Canada—review approaches, the relationship between Washington and Ottawa becomes more strained, with the latest incident being the exchange of statements between Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney and …
(2026-01-28). Milwaukee, Feb. 8, 2026: Congresswoman Ilhan Omar. wibailoutpeople.org 
(2026-01-28). UN Committee alarmed over discrimination of Muslims in Assam. ummid.com The United Nations Committee on the Elimination of Racial Discrimination (UNCERD) has expressed concerns over discrimination of Bengali speaking Muslims in Assam.
(2026-01-28). How 'Sinners' Keeps Supporting Clarksdale, the Community That Inspired The Film. capitalbnews.org 
When Tyler Yarbrough penned an open letter inviting the Sinners film cast and crew to the birthplace of the blues, he sensed that something magical or culturally significant would unfold. However, he didn't anticipate that, nine months later, people would still feel inspired to contribute to their movement to reinvigorate the culture and heritage of …
(2026-01-28). Deepening of Sino-Finnish ties stressed. ecns.cn President Xi Jinping called on Tuesday for Finland to work with China to firmly uphold the international system with the United Nations at its core and the international order underpinned by international law to jointly respond to global challenges, while deepening bilateral mutually beneficial cooperation.
(2026-01-28). Ottawa Says Ties With Washington Are No Longer "Normal" english.almanar.com.lb Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney said relations with the United States can no longer be considered normal amid political shifts in Washington, responding to questions in the House of Commons on how his government is managing ties with US President Donald Trump. Addressing the elected chamber, Carney said, "The world has changed, Washington has changed, …
(2026-01-28). The Iranian Protests Explained. fpif.org In this interview, international relations scholar Daniel Falcone:
(2026-01-28). Sudan gold mine collapse kills 13 miners. newarab.com 
(2026-01-28). Doing Well by Doing Good: Dump Your American Stocks. counterpunch.org 
Before I go further here, let me qualify everything I'm saying here with a warning: I have no crystal ball from which to give people investment advice. However, I do know logic and arithmetic, apparently unlike Donald Trump, so I can draw out some hypothetical situations, which is what I do below. There has been
(2026-01-28). CIS Executive Committee, World Peoples Assembly sign memorandum of cooperation. eng.belta.by The document was signed by CIS Secretary General Sergei Lebedev and World Peoples Assembly Secretary General Andrey Belyaninov.
(2026-01-28). Trump's Violent Assault on Minnesota Is an Operation in 'Reflexive Control'. bylinetimes.com The Trump administration chose Minnesota as ground zero for an operation that can best be described in the parlance of Washington DC as 'counter-programming'. That's shorthand for the use of Government power in an intentionally newsworthy way to change the media narrative away from another inconvenient story. | In this case, they are executing a complex political approach which echoes a sophisticated Russian military strategy called 'reflexive control'. Developed in the Soviet Union, the primary goal of this strategy is to dominate the information space in order to force your opponent to voluntarily make bad d…
(2026-01-28). Ecuador protests after U.S. ICE agent tries to enter consulate in Minneapolis. albawaba.com ALBAWABA- Ecuador's Foreign Ministry has filed a formal diplomatic complaint with the United States after a U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agent attempted to enter Ecuador's consulate in Minneapolis without permission on Tuesday, Ecuador said. Consulate staff blocked the agent from entering the building and activated emergency protocols to ensure the safety of Ecuadorian citizens inside, the ministry said, invoking protections under the Vienna Convention on Consular Relations that bar unauthorized access to diplomatic facilities. The incident was captured on video shared on social media, showing c…
(2026-01-28). One year after she urged Trump to have mercy, Bishop Budde leads clergy protests in Minneapolis. anabaptistworld.org Almost exactly a year ago, Mariann Budde, the Episcopal bishop of Washington, stood in a pulpit in front of the newly inaugurated President Donald Trump and preached a sermon that called on the commander in chief to have "mercy" on immigrants and other communities. A year later, she stood in another church in Minneapolis, this time surrounded by an array of clergy who represented the hundreds of faith leaders who flocked to the city this week to protest the administration's mass deportation campaign.
(2026-01-28). Iran issues air warning over Hormuz drills as US steps up military presence. tribune.com.pk 
Iran on Tuesday issued a Notice to Airmen (NOTAM), warning of live-fire military activity in the airspace along the Strait of Hormuz, a vital global oil shipping route. | The notice said the live-fire activity would be conducted as part of military drills in the vicinity of the strait. It said the exercises would take place from Jan. 27 to Jan. 29 within a circular area with a radius of five nautical miles. | Iran said the designated airspace, from ground level up to 25,000 feet, would be restricted and hazardous for the duration of the drills. | The warning comes as the United States steps up its military pos…
(2026-01-28). WHYY Newscast for Wednesday 6:00 a.m. whyy.org The latest local headlines from WHYY…
(2026-01-28). Trump warns Iraq against reinstating Maliki as PM. geo.tv 
US President Donald Trump and former Iraqi premier Nouri al-Maliki. — AFP/FileWASHINGTON: President Donald Trump on Tuesday threatened to end US support for Iraq if Nouri al-Maliki, a former prime minister with ties to Iran, returns to…
(2026-01-28). 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.
(2026-01-28). AFSCME Leader Ben Gruber Feb. 7, 2026 Campaign Kickoff in Ridgeway, WI. wibailoutpeople.org 
(2026-01-28). Trump Says US, South Korea Will 'Work Something Out' After Tariff Threat. moderndiplomacy.eu President Donald Trump on Tuesday said the United States and South Korea would "work something out" following his surprise announcement that U.S. tariffs on South Korean imports could rise to 25%. The move came after Seoul failed to pass legislation enabling a $350 billion investment package previously agreed with Washington. The package also included commitments …
(2026-01-28). On the Leading Role of Russia and China in the Development of Global Nuclear Energy. globalresearch.ca According to the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA), 63 power units are currently under construction in the world, and of these, the world leaders in nuclear energy, Russia and China, account for 82.5% of nuclear power construction projects. | Three Chinese …
(2026-01-28). The Wealth Concentration Engine: Rethinking America's Financial Plumbing. scheerpost.com By Ellen Brown A Jan. 17 article on Quartz Markets by Catherine Baab reports that JPMorgan Chase, Goldman Sachs, Wells Fargo, Citigroup and Bank of America returned nearly all of their 2025 profits to shareholders. Goldman Sachs returned $16.78 billion on $17.18 billion in earnings, meaning 97.7% of its earnings went to shareholders. Wells Fargo, …
(2026-01-28). Attempted murder of girl in Yemen's Taiz spurs security concern. newarab.com 
A young girl was subjected to an attempted assassination on Tuesday in the city of Taiz, southwest Local sources told The New Arab that the girl, Asmaa Nazim al-Aqlani, a 12-year-old seventh-grader, was stabbed in the chest with a knife while leaving Saba School in the al-Ajeenat area of central Taiz, before the suspect fled the scene. | The same sources said security forces arrested the suspect hou…
(2026-01-28). Nic Johnson: What The Thunder Said. newleftreview.org Nic Johnson on Melinda Cooper, Counterrevolution. Neoliberalism as programme to head off the radical potential of the Keynesian state.
(2026-01-28). AISSEE 2026 Answer Key: When, Where and How to Check. ummid.com The National Testing Agency (NTA) is set to publish the Answer Key and scanned images of OMR Answer Sheets of the candidates who appeared in the All India Sainik School Entrance Exam 2026 (AISSEE 2026) on its website.
(2026-01-28). Calls for the Green Party to declare itself an anti-Zionist party. thecanary.co 
Pressure group Greens for Palestine is urging the Green Party to declare itself "an anti-Zionist party". The group has issued a statement in support of a motion which it calls "groundbreaking". The motion also supports the boycott, divestment and sanctions movement and calls for the de-proscription of Palestine Action. Greens for Palestine statement Greens for […] | By
(2026-01-28). Cristiano Ronaldo remains top goal scorer in Roshn Saudi League. ummid.com Portuguese star footballer Cristiano Ronaldo, who leads Saudi FC Al-Nassr, remains top goal scorer in the Roshn Saudi League (RSL) ongoing season as per the latest data released Saturday January 24, 2026.
(2026-01-28). Hajj 2026 5th Waiting List of 747 Pilgrims, Payment Details Released. ummid.com The Haj Committee of India has released the 5th waiting list for Hajj 2026, asking a total of 747 pilgrims to confirm their seats by depositing the payment before January 31, 2026.
(2026-01-28). Saudi Arabia downsizes megaprojects, chases cash amid AI push. al-monitor.com After years of breakneck spending, Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman's flagship plan to diversify the oil-dependent economy — dubbed Vision 2030 — is facing a fresh round of delays and recalibration as softer oil prices squeeze public finances and force tougher choices.
(2026-01-28). The United States of Consumption. counterpunch.org 
I learned one of my most valuable lessons about U.S. power in my first year as a Brown University doctoral student. It was in anthropology professor Catherine Lutz's seminar on empire and social movements. I'd sum up what I remember something like this: Americans consume one hell of a lot — cars, clothes, food, toys, expensive
(2026-01-28). Tyson Fury announces comeback fight in April against Arslanbek Makhmudov. aljazeera.com After months of speculation, the ex-heavyweight boxing champion has made his comeback official and will fight April 11.
(2026-01-28). Why Remote-First Companies Are Scaling Faster Than Office-First Ones. moderndiplomacy.eu Remote-first is not a fad. It is a business model that, for many companies, rewires hiring, cost structure, product development, and even risk. Over the last five years a pattern has emerged. Teams that make remote work a first-class operating choice often move faster, hire smarter, and spend more of their money on growth than …
(2026-01-28). 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.
(2026-01-28). Gravely ill pro-Palestine activist ends hunger, thirst strike in UK prison. radiohc.cu By Anealla Safdar | Umer Khalid, a 22-year-old British pro-Palestine activist, has ended a hunger and thirst strike in prison after his health deteriorated rapidly, with fears he was at high risk of a heart attack. | Khalid, who is being held on pre-trial remand at the Wormwood Scrubs Prison in London, ended his protest on Monday, after being rushed to in intensive care as his heart rate slowed to a dangerous level. He has since returned to prison. | Doctors feared that Khalid, who suffers from limb-girdle muscular dystrophy, a condition that causes muscle weakness and wasting, was likely to die suddenly after he…
(2026-01-28). NRM Sweeps Ankole Municipal Mayoral Seats. plusnews.ug 
The National Resistance Movement (NRM) has won all municipal mayoral seats in Uganda's Ankole Sub-Region in Tuesday's elections. The region comprises four municipalities: Sheema, Ntungamo, Ibanda, and Bushenyi-Ishaka. In Sheema Municipality, Pius Ahimbisibwe, the district returning officer, declared Lukia Nakalisa of the NRM, the only female mayoral winner in the region, victorious with 12,492 votes. …
(2026-01-28). Novak Djokovic first to win 400 matches at Grand Slams. ummid.com Serbian star tennis player, Novak Djokovic, Saturday became the first player in the world to secure 400 wins at Grand Slams.
(2026-01-28). US lawmaker Ilhan Omar sprayed with foul-smelling liquid. geo.tv 
(2026-01-28). Gul Plaza fire probe finds blaze started in flower shop, spread via AC ducts. tribune.com.pk 
The final investigation report on the Gul Plaza fire, which killed 79 people, has been prepared by a committee comprising the Karachi Commissioner Syed Hasan Naqvi and the Additional Inspector General Javed Alam Odho, officials said on Wednesday. | The report, which will be submitted to the Chief Minister of Sindh, Murad Ali Shah, includes details on the cause of the fire, firefighting and rescue operations, and statements from victims, eyewitnesses, and emergency personnel. | According to the report, the fire broke out at 10: 15pm in a flower shop on the ground floor, where children were present. It spread rap…
(2026-01-28). Trump-Macron messages expose bankruptcy of Mélenchon's France Unbowed party. wsws.org As Minneapolis workers mobilize and strike against ICE's extrajudicial political executions of US citizens, France Unbowed is defending Macron's left flank and his sycophantic texts to Trump.
(2026-01-28). Plane crash kills prominent Indian politician Ajit Pawar. aljazeera.com The plane carrying the deputy chief minister of Maharashtra state came down in his constituency of Baramati.
(2026-01-28). Japanese political establishment lurches to the right as snap election called. wsws.org While the ruling LDP is now in coalition with the far-right Nippon Ishin no Kai, the opposition CDP has cast aside its progressive pretenses to merge with Komeito, the LDP's former coalition partner of 26 years.
(2026-01-28). Landslide death toll rises to 34 in Indonesia's West Java. albawaba.com ALBAWABA- Rescue operations in Indonesia's West Java province were slowed on Wednesday by persistent heavy rain as the death toll from a devastating landslide climbed to 34, with 32 people still missing, authorities said.The landslide struck early Saturday in Pasir Langu village, a hilly area in the Cisarua district of Bandung Barat regency, about 100 kilometers southeast of Jakarta. Triggered by intense rainfall that began a day earlier, the collapse buried homes and swept residents downhill, compounding risks in a region already vulnerable during the monsoon season.Among the victims were 23 Indonesian Navy mari…
(2026-01-28). Pacific delegates warn against US fast-tracking seabed mining. asiapacificreport.nz By Mark Rabago, RNZ Pacific Commonwealth of the Northern Marianas correspondent Pacific delegates in the United States Congress are warning efforts to fast-track deep-seabed mining could sideline island communities and cause irreversible damage to fragile ocean ecosystems. The concerns were raised at a House Natural Resources Committee hearing in Washington last week, held a day…
(2026-01-28). Trump destroyed offshore wind. The Northeast can't live without it. grist.org 
(2026-01-28). Government-Business Partnership enters Phase Three. sanews.gov.za Government-Business Partnership enters Phase Three | Government and business have committed to placing inclusive growth, job creation and confidence at the centre of Phase Three of the Government-Business Partnership. | President Cyril Ramaphosa on Tuesday met with Ministers and senior business leaders to formally commence the next phase of the Partnership's 2026 programme of work, with economic growth identified as the central focus. | The meeting reviewed progress achieved during Phase Two of the Partnership, during which key gains were made in stabilising the energy and logistics systems. These advances, alon…
(2026-01-28). China has no Nipah virus cases but is ready to prevent it: disease control bureau. ecns.cn China's disease control bureau has confirmed that no cases of Nipah virus have been detected in the country as of Tuesday but said it is ready to prevent and control the virus if it enters China.
(2026-01-28). Ryan Ruby: Wikipedia and the Novel. newleftreview.org Derogatory references to wiki-novels abound in contemporary literary criticism, as authors parade their characters' pseudo-erudition. But might these be signs of an iPhone era 'regime of perception'? Dazzling reconsideration of the relation between the novel and the encyclopaedia, from Sterne and Melville to Rachel Kushner and Sally Rooney.
(2026-01-28). Iranian officials vow response as Trump threatens action: What to know. al-monitor.com Iranian officials signaled openness to a nuclear deal but warned they would retaliate against any US military strike.
(2026-01-28). Xi replies to veterans of Zimbabwe's national liberation war. ecns.cn Chinese President Xi Jinping on Wednesday replied to veterans of Zimbabwe's national liberation war.In his letter, Xi noted that in their youth, the veterans devoted themselves to the great cause of national liberation, left their homelands, and forged with China a profound friendship and comradeship in the struggle."ÄÄ"ÄÄ…
(2026-01-28). US congresswoman Ilhan Omar sprayed with unknown substance in town hall attack. scmp.com A man sprayed an unknown substance on Democratic congresswoman Ilhan Omar before being tackled to the ground on Tuesday during a town hall she was hosting. | The incident occurred in Minneapolis, where tensions over federal immigration enforcement have come to a head after agents fatally shot an intensive care nurse and a mother of three this month.
(2026-01-28). øPor qué Martí es más vigente que nunca? (+ Video). cubadebate.cu El 28 de enero de 1853 nacía José Martí, y con él, la idea más pura y poderosa de la cubanía: la de la libertad, el decoro y la unión. Su pensamiento, tan profundo como poético, no es una reliquia del pasado, sino una brújula para el hoy. Este no es solo un aniversario más. Es la celebración de un legado que vibra en el presente.
(2026-01-28). 2025, tercer año más cálido en los registros. cubadebate.cu En medio de otro momento frío de este enero de 2026, vamos a tomarnos una pausa en las bajas temperaturas (al menos respecto a hablar de ellas) para hablar de calor. Como vimos en una de las últimas entregas del pasado año, el 2025 iba en camino seguro a subir al podio de los años más cálidos de la historia a nivel global.
(2026-01-28). Davos 2026: Vers un nouveau désordre mondial. thealtworld.com Le Forum économique mondial, également connu sous le nom de Forum de Davos, s'est tenu en Suisse du 19 au 23 janvier. Ce rassemblement annuel avait été initialement conàßu comme une plateforme pour discuter et promouvoir les idées du mondialisme, puis les multinationales, les grandes banques et les élites politiques qui les servent dans différents pays se sont progressivement tournées vers le transhumanisme, le forum est alors devenu une sorte de rassemblement où certains venaient avec des revendications, d'autres se demandaient ce qui se passait et ce qu'il fallait faire ensuite, et d'autres arrivaient sim…
(2026-01-28). China expresa oposición ante posible bloqueo petrolero de EEUU a Cuba. radiohc.cu El Gobierno de China subrayó este martes su profunda preocupación y oposición a las acciones de Estados Unidos contra Cuba, incluido un posible bloqueo al suministro de petróleo. | El portavoz de la Cancillería Guo Jiakun instó a Washington a ´que deje de privar al pueblo cubano de su derecho a la supervivencia y al desarrollo, a que deje de socavar la paz y la estabilidad regionales, a que ponga fin a las violaciones del derecho internacional y a que levante inmediatamente el bloqueo y las sanciones contra Cuba ª. | Afirmó que China seguirá prestando apoyo y asistencia a la nación caribeña y su confi…
(2026-01-28). Attacco militare o meno contro l'Iran ? Scenari possibili del maggiore tra tutti i conflitti mediorientali da un secolo ad oggi. strategic-culture.su Le truppe americane scateneranno un grande conflitto internazionale? | Segue nostro Nel centro di Teheran, in piazza della rivoluzione, il governo inaugura un grande murale che raffigura una portaerei americana (la Lincoln) distrutta: quest'ultima, assieme ad altre unità , è previsto che arrivi nei prossimi giorni in prossimità delle acque territoriali iraniane, per volontà espressa del presidente americano. Proprio il capi della Casa bi…