(2026-02-10). Pezeshkian calls Oman nuclear talks 'last chance' amid deep US-Iran mistrust. hindustantimes.com In Tehran, President Masoud Pezeshkian framed the new Oman nuclear talks as a "very good opportunity" for a fair and mutually acceptable deal, insisting Iran sought its NPT rights on enrichment and the lifting of "unjust sanctions." The Iranian president extended a "hand of friendship" to states ready for sincere cooperation, even as U.S. strike threats and protest unrest had hung in the background. At his side, Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi spoke of a "very large wall of mistrust." Were these remarks a last chance at de‚Äëescalation—or a warning before another clash?
(2026-02-10). Lavrov ties Iran oil sanctions to 'energy war' on Russia, slams Trump agenda. hindustantimes.com Sergey Lavrov has launched a blistering attack on Donald Trump's "energy dominance" agenda, accusing Washington of waging a global "war against tankers," sanctioning Lukoil and Rosneft and quietly extending Biden‚Äëera emergency laws against Russia even while talking peace on Ukraine. Now, with fresh sanctions and shipping curbs hitting Iran in the middle of "very good" Oman talks, Moscow is openly framing a shared energy front against the US. Is the Kremlin signaling that any American move on Iran's oil will be treated as a move on Russia too?>
(2026-02-10). Jeffrey Sachs: On Iran's Comprehensive Peace Proposal. consortiumnews.com The Middle East stands at a crossroads between endless war and comprehensive peace. A framework for peace does exist. Will the U.S. finally seize it? By Jeffrey D. Sachs and Sybil Fares Common Dreams History occasionally presents moments when the truth about a…
(2026-02-10). If Trump Wants Middle East Kudos, He's Gotta Get More Aid into Gaza. counterpunch.org 
Donald Trump may be able to claim credit for opening the Rafah crossing from Gaza into Egypt — thus allowing potentially thousands of Palestinians desperately seeking medical care to leave to get it — but if he wants kudos for his Gaza policies, this is not enough. When the crossing opened February2, Israel only allowed
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(2026-02-10). LIVE: Israeli attack on Gaza building kills four Palestinians. aljazeera.com An Israeli air attack on a residential building in western Gaza City has killed at least four people.
(2026-02-10). Hamas leader says no to disarmament, foreign rule. workers.org 
The following article appeared on the Islamic Republic News Agency (IRNA) website on Feb. 7, 2026. Tehran, Iran — Top official of the Hamas movement Khaled Mashal has strongly rejected calls for disarmament of Gaza, describing them as a step toward facilitating the annihilation and genocide of Palestinians. Hamas resistance . . . |
(2026-02-10). Palestinian woman hospitalized after seizure in US ICE detention. newarab.com 
A Palestinian woman, who lost dozens of family members in Gaza, was hospitalized on Friday following a seizure in a U.S. immigration detention, The legal team and family of
(2026-02-10). ICRC president: States must harness momentum to improve Gaza's dire humanitarian situation in next phase of ceasefire. icrc.org The following is a quote attributable to ICRC President Mirjana Spoljaric on the urgent need to improve the humanitarian situation in Gaza.
(2026-02-10). Thursday 2/12: Power Half Hour for Gaza. indybay.org Zoom | http: //jvp.org/gazaph…
(2026-02-10). Gaza: Severe winter conditions compound humanitarian crisis for displaced Palestinians. icrc.org
(2026-02-10). The Epstein Vortex and Legal Black Holes. counterpunch.org 
Because black holes emit no light, scientists cannot see them with telescopes. Instead, they confirm their existence by observing signs, such as the extreme distortions they cause in the visible matter around them or by watching stars orbit a void. And if you refuse to observe these signs, adopting willful blindness, you cannot detect black
(2026-02-10). Bayern Munich footballer reportedly asked for 14-year-old girls, Epstein files show. albawaba.com 
ALBAWABA – After the U.S. Department of Justice released millions of documents from Jeffrey Epstein's files, the names of officials, celebrities, and prominent figures appeared, including the famous footballer Franck Ribéry.Bayern Munich legend Franck Ribéry was
(2026-02-10). Prince William meets MbS on visit overshadowed by Epstein row. newarab.com 
(2026-02-10). Epstein's alleged 'baby ranch' plot renews focus on his transhumanist obsessions. hindustantimes.com Fresh scrutiny surrounds sex offender Jeffrey Epstein after past reports resurfaced about his alleged plan to create a "baby ranch" in New Mexico aimed at inseminating women with his DNA to produce so-called "superior humans." The claims, also reference his reported fascination with transhumanism, cryonics, and genetic engineering.
(2026-02-10). Ghislaine Maxwell pleads the Fifth in Epstein probe, demands Trump clemency. hindustantimes.com Ghislaine Maxwell, the imprisoned associate of Jeffrey Epstein, appeared for a closed‚Äëdoor deposition before the U.S. House Oversight and Government Reform Committee but refused to answer virtually all questions, repeatedly invoking her Fifth Amendment right against self‚Äëincrimination. Lawmakers from both parties said she provided no useful information for the Epstein probe, as her lawyer indicated she would only cooperate fully if President Donald Trump granted her clemency. Watch for details…
(2026-02-10). Epstein's ties to scientists 'deeper than previously known': Nature report. ecns.cn Harvard theoretical physicist Lisa Randall was revealed to have visited Epstein's private island in the Caribbean in 2014 and exchanged emails joking about his house arrest.
(2026-02-10). Khanna, Massie flag 'high-level' figures hidden in unredacted Epstein DoJ files. hindustantimes.com U.S. Representatives Ro Khanna and Thomas Massie, co-authors of the Epstein Files Transparency Act, held a briefing outside the Department of Justice after personally reviewing unredacted Jeffrey Epstein files in a secure DOJ reading room. Khanna and Massie say they identified at least six men whose names and, in some cases, photographs were redacted in the public releases without any clear legal basis under the Act. Massie described one of the concealed individuals as a "high up" or "pretty high up" foreign government official and indicated that at least one of the six is a U.S. citizen. Watch for more details…
(2026-02-10). Epstein accomplice Ghislaine Maxwell seeks clemency from Trump before testimony. geo.tv 
(2026-02-10). Starmer faces Downing Street resignation storm over aide's Epstein-links. hindustantimes.com
(2026-02-10). EEUU: Nuevos documentos revelan la profundidad de la relación entre el secretario de Comercio y Epstein. cubadebate.cu En un contundente respaldo ante la creciente presión política, la Casa Blanca ratificó este lunes su apoyo incondicional al secretario de Comercio, Howard Lutnick, tras la revelación de nuevos documentos que profundizan en su relación con el financiero y delincuente sexual fallecido Jeffrey Epstein.
(2026-02-10). US seizes Venezuelan-linked tanker in Indian Ocean. albawaba.com ALBAWABA- US military forces have boarded the Panama-flagged Suezmax oil tanker Aquila II in the Indian Ocean after a transoceanic pursuit from the Caribbean, part of an intensifying campaign to enforce sanctions on Venezuelan oil and disrupt the so-called "shadow fleet" of sanctioned tankers.Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth said the interdiction on February 9 occurred "without incident" and underscored the United States' determination to uphold its sanctions. "It ran, and we followed," Hegseth said.The Aquila II, carrying roughly 700,000 barrels of heavy crude bound for China, had been under multiple sanctions for…
(2026-02-10). Rusia reafirma solidaridad con los pueblos de Venezuela y Cuba. radiohc.cu El ministro de Relaciones Exteriores de Rusia, Serguéi Lavrov afirmó que ante la presión ejercida por EE.UU. contra Venezuela y Cuba, el país eslavo reitera su apoyo a los pueblos de las naciones latinoamericanas. | En un videomensaje con motivo del Día del Trabajador Diplomático (10 de febrero), el canciller destacó la atención central de Moscú hacia ´la lucha contra cualquier práctica neocolonial: desde medidas coercitivas unilaterales hasta intervenciones militares ª.En este contexto, reafirmamos nuestra solidaridad con los pueblos de Venezuela y Cuba, Estamos convencidos de que solo ellos pueden d…
(2026-02-10). China to invest 5 trillion yuan in power grid over next 5 years. ecns.cn China is set to pour a record-high 5 trillion yuan ($722 billion) into its power grid over the next five years, a massive investment in new infrastructure designed to eliminate renewable energy bottlenecks and propel the nation toward its 2030 carbon peak goal.
(2026-02-10). Iran Launches Crackdown On Reformist Politicians After Mass Protests. eurasiareview.com Iran has arrested several prominent reformist politicians as the authorities widen their crackdown on dissent following mass anti-government protests that posed one of the biggest threats to the clerical establishment in years. | Iranian media reported the arrests of Ebrahim Asqarzadeh, Mohsen Aminzadeh, and Azar Mansuri ⚪ members of the Reformists Front coalition ⚪ on February 8. Javad Emam, the spokesman for the coalition, was arrested on February 9. | The authorities used brute force to put down weekslong nationwide protests that erupted in late December, killing several thousand people, according to huma…
(2026-02-10). Somalia, Saudi Arabia sign agreement on military cooperation. aljazeera.com The MOU comes as Somalia seeks regional support against Israel's recognition of the breakaway region of Somaliland.
(2026-02-10). New START is over, what comes next? uwidata.com The New Strategic Arms Reduction Treaty (New START), the last bilateral treaty limiting strategic nuclear weapons between the US and Russia, signed in 2010 by US President Barack Obama and Russian President Dmitry Medvedev, expired on February 5. Under the treaty, both countries had pledged to scale back their strategic nuclear forces and had authorized …
(2026-02-10). Super Bowl LX, Bad Bunny and the bigoted backlash. workers.org 
Super Bowl LX featured two halftime shows on Feb. 8. The official halftime show was headlined by popular Puerto Rican reggaeton rapper and songwriter Bad Bunny. The "alternative" halftime show was sponsored by the neofascist "Turning Point USA" (TPUSA) and was aired on various right-wing platforms. Although both events had . . . |
(2026-02-10). Pakistan: Islamabad Capital Catastrophe Analysis. eurasiareview.com By Tushar Ranjan Mohanty | On February 6, 2025, at least 36 Shia worshippers were killed and more than 169 sustained injuries when a suicide bomber blew himself up at the Khadijah al-Kubra Imambargah (Shia place of worship) in the Tarlai Kalan area on the outskirts of Islamabad Capital Territory (ICT). The explosion went off just as worshippers were offering Friday prayers. Initial investigation reveals the suicide bomber approached the mosque during Friday prayers and opened fire at the entrance after being confronted by Security guards, and then detonated his explosive load while running towards the congrega…
(2026-02-10). Insights丨Southeast Asia emerges as most favored market for Chinese companies. ecns.cn In an interview with China News Service, Hurun Report Chairman and Chief Researcher Rupert Hoogewerf said according to statistics from Hurun Research Institute, Southeast Asia has become the most favored market for Chinese companies going global, driven by cultural affinity, geographic proximity, and a market of nearly one billion people.
(2026-02-10). UN spokesman pressed on 'de facto annexation' of occupied West Bank. aljazeera.com As Israel faces criticism over West Bank annexation measures, Al Jazeera's Gabriel Elizondo asks the UN what it will do.
(2026-02-10). US judge blocks Trump administration's effort to deport Rumeysa Ozturk. aljazeera.com Lawyers say immigration judge found the Trump administration failed to prove Rumeysa Ozturk should be removed from US.
(2026-02-10). Iran's Karaj In Flames: Youth Lead Resistance Amid Uprising OpEd. eurasiareview.com Reports obtained from Iran's nationwide uprising reveal a society determined to overthrow the religious dictatorship. New field reports obtained from the city of Karaj, a major hub west of Tehran, detail two weeks of intense confrontations in early January 2026. These reports confirm that the rebellious youth have moved beyond static protests to direct confrontations with the regime's apparatus of suppression, culminating in the conquest of police stations and government centers. | From economic grievances to regime change: | The current wave of protests, which erupted on December 28, 2025, quickly exp…
(2026-02-10). US to relinquish senior NATO posts to Britain, Italy. geo.tv 
Banners displaying the NATO logo are placed at the entrance of new NATO headquarters during the move to the new building, in Brussels, Belgium April 19, 2018. — Reuters Italy to take charge of NATO's Naples command.Britain set to lead NATO's Norfolk command.US…
(2026-02-10). Xi stresses sci-tech self-reliance in building modern socialist country. ecns.cn Chinese President Xi Jinping, also general secretary of the Communist Party of China Central Committee and chairman of the Central Military Commission, visits an information technology (IT) innovation park in Beijing, capital of China, Feb. 9, 2026.
(2026-02-10). ICRC President: Respect for international humanitarian law preserves pathways back to peace. icrc.org Speech given by Mirjana Spoljaric, President of the International Committee of the Red Cross: Maastricht Die Natalis — Honorary Doctorate Ceremony…
(2026-02-10). Report Back from NYE Demonstration at California City ICE Detention Facility. indybay.org Noise demo pulled off deep in the desert at newly re-opened detention facility.
(2026-02-10). Monday 2/16: Seaside: Inside the Occupation. indybay.org Peoples Center for Progressive Change, 1238 Fremont Blvd., Seaside, CA 93955…
(2026-02-10). Congressman Joins Protesters Demanding No ICE at Huge Rally Outside Super Bowl. indybay.org More than a thousand anti-ICE demonstrators on February 8…
(2026-02-10). Tuesday 3/10: Cindy Cohn / Launch Party for "Privacy's Defender" indybay.org City Lights Bookstore | 261 Columbus Avenue | San Francisco, CA 94133…
(2026-02-10). Sunday 2/22: 100 Years of BHM: The Legacy of Black Struggle to End the War on the Poor. indybay.org New Valencia Hall | 747 Polk St (nr. Ellis), San Francisco…
(2026-02-10). Class Struggle USA: Major strikes erupt nationwide. wsws.org The first month of 2026 has seen the eruption of major social struggles in the US, with mass protests against ICE killings and dictatorship developing into a growing, class-based strike movement.
(2026-02-10). Workers Struggles: The Americas. wsws.org Drivers at food delivery company FreshDirect are set to strike in the Bronx after an outsourcing threat by management while workers at 36 continuing care facilities locations across Nova Scotia are taking a strike vote.
(2026-02-10). UN report calls for action on "water bankruptcy" affecting billions of people. wsws.org The report warns that unsustainable water resource practices are causing potentially irreversible damage to water systems that require urgent action to rectify…
(2026-02-10). Judge Throws Out Perdue's Claims in Lawsuit Against Animal Activists. indybay.org Sonoma County Judge Jane Gaskell also struck two of Perdue executive Scott Fitzpatrick's claims, partially granting animal activists' anti-SLAPP motion…
(2026-02-10). The Media is Whitewashing Trump's Board of Peace. counterpunch.org 
Imagine telling someone who has experienced the most apocalyptic conditions known to man to give their perpetrators a "chance." That's exactly what it felt like when I opened my phone the other day and saw headlines from The Washington Post and Wall Street Journal talking about Trump's sham "Board of Peace," which is supposed to
(2026-02-10). UAW hails sellout agreement at Tennessee Volkswagen plant as "historic" wsws.org The 20 percent pay increase is the same take-it-or-leave-it offer from VW that the UAW denounced as "inadequate" last October.
(2026-02-10). Chinese doctors empower UNICEF staff in Sierra Leone with essential first-aid training. ecns.cn The 26th batch of Chinese medical team provided an on-site first aid training program for the United Nations Children's Fund (UNICEF) Sierra Leone staff at the UNICEF Head Office in Freetown on Monday.
(2026-02-10). Washington's Power Recalibration in the Indo-Pacific. counterpunch.org 
In the corridors of Washington, the world is increasingly viewed through the narrow prism of a besieged fortress. For the nations of the Indo-Pacific, the 2026 National Defense Strategy (NDS), released on January 23 under the title Restoring Peace Through Strength for a New Golden Age of America, offers a vision as unsettling as it is unambiguous. It signals
(2026-02-10). Cuban President Díaz-Canel thanks Mexico for its help. radiohc.cu Cuban President Miguel Díaz-Canel thanked Mexico for sending more than 814 tons of humanitarian aid, amid the tightening of the US blockade against the Caribbean nation. | Díaz-Canel expressed his deep gratitude, highlighting the warmth and historical affection that unites both nations. The Cuban president appreciated Mexico's support at a time when intensifying external pressures are seeking to strangle the island's economy. | The Cuban leader emphasized that this solidarity comes in a critical context of shortages, reaffirming that Mexican support represents significant relief for Cuban families enduring the im…
(2026-02-10). Billions invested to integrate AI into daily life. ecns.cn Some of China's largest technology companies have spent tens of billions of yuan this year to push artificial intelligence initiatives for the upcoming Spring Festival, marking their most significant effort yet to take AI applications out of labs and into the daily lives of a nation of more than 1.4 billion consumers.
(2026-02-10). Five employees of Canadian mine found dead in Mexico, authorities say. aljazeera.com Mexican authorities say they are working to identify five other bodies after 10 workers were kidnapped last month.
(2026-02-10). A Fractured Polity And A Flawed Civic Sphere: Can Civil Society Lead Bangladesh Forward? OpEd. eurasiareview.com Bangladesh stands at a rare and delicate historical juncture. After years marked by heavyhanded governance, systemic corruption, and widespread humanrights abuses, the political order that dominated national life for more than a decade has finally collapsed under the weight of its own excesses. Numerous Bangladeshis experienced suffering that cannot be easily erased: extrajudicial killings, enforced disappearances, arbitrary arrests, political intimidation, and the dismantling of institutional checks on executive authority. The state's sovereignty and dignity suffered further from deeply unpopular policies tha…
(2026-02-10). Washington preparing military strikes against Iran. wsws.org The US military is poised to attack Iran after a massive, weeks-long redeployment of warships, bombers and personnel to the region.
(2026-02-10). Syria: After The Earthquake. eurasiareview.com By Thanaa Jebbi | Nearly three years after the devastating earthquakes of February 2023, recovery in Syria remains slow, uneven, and deeply shaped by political and structural constraints. | While the disaster affected large parts of northern Syria including Jindiris, Afrin, Aleppo, Idlib, and the coastal areas, response and reconstruction pathways have diverged sharply across borders and governance contexts. In north west Syria in particular, survivors continue to live with the long-term consequences of delayed aid, limited reconstruction and prolonged displacement. | Survivors have drawn stark comparisons bet…
(2026-02-10). Madison, Feb. 20-22, 2026: Call to Action Weekend No ICE in WI; Building People's Power -by Building Unity and Friends. wibailoutpeople.org 
Event: www.facebook.com/share/1EDddENZpT/ Part 1: Feb. 20, 6-9pm — (Lake Edge Lutheran Church — 4032 Monona Dr.)"Acting in Courage During Uncertain Times"A panel of leaders from a variety of faith traditions6: 00 pm — Gather w/ snacks and refreshments. 7: 00 pm — Panel discussion led by elected leadersModerated by Rev. Everett Mitchell and Rev. David Hart Part …
(2026-02-10). Widespread anger over NYSNA's sellout bid to end New York nurses' strike. wsws.org The union is attempting to push through sellout contracts for striking nurses at Mount Sinai and Montefiore systems, while isolating the 4,500 nurses at NewYork-Presbyterian.
(2026-02-10). Von Der Leyen Floats Two-Speed Europe Ahead Of Economy Summit. eurasiareview.com By Nikolaus J. Kurmayer | ( EU leaders are At the heart of Europe's struggles is th…
(2026-02-10). US slashes Bangladesh tariffs to 19%, zero reciprocal tariffs on garments. ptcnews.tv PTC News Desk: The United States has reduced reciprocal tariffs on Bangladeshi imports to 19 per cent under a new bilateral trade deal, which also allows duty-free entry for certain textile and apparel products manufactured using materials sourced from the US, Bangladesh interim chief adviser Muhammad Yunus announced on Monday. The tariff cut comes after nine months of negotiations with Washington. Initially, the US had proposed imposing tariffs as high as 37 per cent on Bangladeshi exports in April, but after extensive discussions, Bangladesh managed to bring the rate down to 20 per cent in August last year, an…
(2026-02-10). Sunday 3/8: Strike Debt Bay Area Book Group: A Paradise Built in Hell. indybay.org Email strike.debt.bay.area@gmail.com a few days beforehand for the online invite. All are welcome!
(2026-02-10). Royal Oak High School students in Detroit suburb walk out to defend immigrants. wsws.org Dozens of students staged a spirited protest in defense of immigrants at Royal Oak High School in suburban Detroit Monday.
(2026-02-10). 'Protein factories' linked to age-related infertility. ecns.cn Researchers at Nankai University in Tianjin have identified a breakthrough biological target for treating age-related infertility.
(2026-02-10). China tightens nationwide safety controls following chemical plant explosion. ecns.cn China's emergency management authorities said on Monday they would tighten safety controls nationwide after a recent surge in serious industrial accidents, including the launch of an investigation into a chemical plant explosion in central China's Shanxi Province.
(2026-02-10). American 'Chip Diplomacy': The Caucasus, The Balkans, Eastern Europe And The Middle East In The Eurasian Context Analysis. eurasiareview.com In the 21st century, the United States foreign policy is undergoing a profound transformation, with technology emerging as a key instrument of strategic engagement. Artificial intelligence, advanced semiconductors and control over critical technological supply chains have transcended their roles as economic drivers to become cornerstones of national security, global influence, and the enduring stability of the international order. | President Donald Trump underscores that the United States leverages technological superiority not only as an economic asset but also as a powerful tool of diplomacy and geopolitica…
(2026-02-10). Jochen Hellbeck's "World Enemy Number 1, Nazi Germany, Soviet Russia, and the Fate of the Jews" wsws.org With great empathy for the Soviet people, the German-American historian Jochen Hellbeck deliberately opposes the efforts to minimize the crimes of Nazism and the decisive contribution of the Red Army and the Soviet people to the defeat of Nazi Germany in World War II. Central to Hellbeck's analysis is the link between Nazi anti-Semitism and anti-Communism.
(2026-02-10). Afghanistan: Unending Desolation Analysis. eurasiareview.com By Sanchita Bhattacharya | Afghanistan remains trapped in a deep and layered crisis, marked by persistent armed resistance, extremist violence, political fragility, the collapse of law and order, and systematic institutional repression. Nearly four years after the Taliban re-captured Kabul on August 15, 2021, their military victory has failed to translate into legitimacy, recovery, or social stability. | On July 8, 2025, the Pre-Trial Chamber II of the International Criminal Court (ICC) issued warrants of arrest against Taliban Supreme Leader Hibatullah Akhundzada and Chief Justice Abdul Hakim Haqqani. The war…
(2026-02-10). Uganda Airlines: When national symbols drift from hope to national reckoning. independent.co.ug 
The question before us is larger than aviation. It is about how Uganda manages national projects. Can we build institutions that outlive individuals? COMMENT | GYAGENDA SEMAKULA ZIKUSOOKA SSAJJABBI | When Uganda Airlines returned to the skies in August 2019, it was more than the relaunch of an airline company. It was the resurrection of a …
(2026-02-10). Voices from 'China Changes Everything' contributors. workers.org 
In a continuing effort to open a discussion on the world-changing developments in China, multiple co-authors of the recently released anthology "China Changes Everything" have released a series of short 3-5 minute videos, wherein each author discusses the thinking behind their contributions. The authors of each chapter in "China Changes Everything" . . . |
(2026-02-10). Lebanon building collapse toll rises to 14. newarab.com 
A building collapse in the The stricken building consist…
(2026-02-10). Year of the Horse-themed 'Nihao! China' buses debut in London. ecns.cn Fifty "Nihao! China" Year of the Horse-themed double-decker buses began operating across central London on Monday, adding a festive Chinese New Year touch to the city as part of the UK's "Happy Chinese New Year" celebrations.
(2026-02-10). Milwaukee Juneteenth June 19, 2026. wibailoutpeople.org 
(2026-02-10). Takaichi's Victory: Japan Embraces Stability At Home, Proactiveness Abroad Analysis. eurasiareview.com By Pratnashree Basu | Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi's landslide victory with a two-thirds majority in the 08 February snap general election marks a decisive moment in Japan's contemporary politics. Her Liberal Democratic Party (LDP), which held 198 seats prior to the election, has emerged victorious with
(2026-02-10). WHYY Newscast for Monday 7:00 p.m. whyy.org The latest local headlines from WHYY…
(2026-02-10). Friday 2/13: Virtual Action Hour for Palestine. indybay.org Zoom | afsc.org/events/action-hour-palestine…
(2026-02-10). Chinese scientists report first likely sighting of black hole devouring white dwarf. ecns.cn Chinese astronomers said they have likely captured the first direct evidence of a mid-sized black hole ripping apart and consuming a white dwarf star, shedding new light on a long-theorized but rarely observed cosmic process.
(2026-02-10). Arctic Concern: US Government Failing To Deliver High Quality National Security And Foreign Policy Information To American People OpEd. eurasiareview.com The U.S. Government has never really been in compliance with the statutory provision of the Information Quality Act (IQA). Passed as part of the The official website for the United States Space Force (USSF) serves as a case in point. The Pituffik Space Ba…
(2026-02-10). Missile-armed Shahed Drones mark new phase in Russia's air war in Ukraine. hindustantimes.com Russia's drone campaign in Ukraine appears to be entering a new phase, with reports that modified Shahed UAVs are now equipped with Soviet-era R-60 air-to-air missiles. According to Ukraine's Defence Intelligence (DIU), the drones have been adapted to carry the missile on a launcher mounted to the fuselage, potentially enabling them to target Ukrainian helicopters and aircraft. The upgraded configuration reportedly includes onboard cameras, a Chinese mesh modem for video transmission, and a jamming-resistant navigation module, allowing operations even under active electronic warfare conditions. If confirmed, the…
(2026-02-10). Prince William Visits Saudi Arabia At An Extraordinary Moment OpEd. eurasiareview.com By Stephen Charles Hitchen | As Prince William arrives in Riyadh this week, he writes the latest chapter in a remarkable story of friendship between the UK and Saudi Arabia — one that stretches back almost a century. | This visit comes at an extraordinary moment. Our two nations are deepening our partnership across trade, energy, investment and culture in ways that would have seemed unimaginable not long ago. Vision 2030 has opened the Kingdom up to the world in breathtaking ways. Yet what strikes me most — and which I am certain will strike the Prince of Wales — is both the scale of the tran…
(2026-02-10). What are the best Discord alternatives. albawaba.com 
ALBAWABA – As Discord introduces its new age restriction feature that automatically changes all accounts into "teen by default settings" until proven otherwise via ID, users have started searching for alternatives in concern for their privacy. The development team released a statement that read, "Discord is not requiring everyone to complete a face scan or upload an ID to use Discord. The vast majority of people can continue using Discord exactly as they do today, without ever being asked to confirm their age."Discord will age-restrict users from certain features starting next month unless the user sends a face s…
(2026-02-10). International outrage grows over Israel's plans for West Bank. newarab.com 
(2026-02-10). Dozens Arrested After Throwing Dildos at ICE Outside Whipple Federal Building. unicornriot.ninja 
(2026-02-10). Takaichi vows rapid action after landslide win, pledges fiscal shift | China. hindustantimes.com Japan's first female prime minister, Sanae Takaichi, declared there is "no time to linger in the afterglow of victory" after her ruling coalition scored a super‚Äëmajority in a rare mid‚Äëwinter snap lower house election, securing at least two‚Äëthirds of seats. She said voters had given her a powerful mandate for a major policy shift, including "responsible and proactive" fiscal measures, a fundamental strengthening of Japan's security policy, and bolstered intelligence capabilities. Takaichi pledged to swiftly convene a special Diet session to pass next year's bud…
(2026-02-10). Fifteen years after Egypt's uprising, how Faith and Politics reshaped a Generation. juancole.com By (The Conversation) — Fifteen years ago, Egyptians from all walks of life Eg…
(2026-02-10). Kyiv mayor urges unity, admits tensions within Zelensky Govt amid raging war. hindustantimes.com Kiev Mayor Vitali Klitschko, speaking to UK lawmakers via video conferencing, openly acknowledged serious tensions between Ukraine's local self-government and President Volodymyr Zelensky's central government during the ongoing war. He urged an end to "political games," warned against searching for scapegoats over air defense and energy failures, and pleaded for unity so Ukrainian authorities do not "follow Putin's agenda" by fighting each other instead of Russia. Watch for details…
(2026-02-10). State Grid Suqian Power Supply Company: A package of measures to solve the difficulty in connecting charging piles in old communities. ecns.cn Faced with the difficulty in connecting charging piles in old communities, State Grid Suqian Power Supply Company has launched a package of measures including "Party branch co-construction + government-enterprise linkage", "one thing, one service" and "fingertip direct train", achieving phased results in project construction. Up to now, the company has completed the planning and design of charging pile power supply points in 16 communities and built such poin…
(2026-02-10). Wednesday 2/25: Virtual Visit to Majd al-Krum. indybay.org Online | www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/virtual-de……
(2026-02-10). Carney and Thucydides at Davos. counterpunch.org 
You gotta love a speech that opens with Thucydides. For those of us steeped in the ideas of George Kennan, Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney's call for "value-based realism" and a "third way" of middle powers at the Davos Summit, sounded too good to be true. On its face, it was a great speech, a
(2026-02-10). Is BNP's Tarique Rahman the change post-Hasina Bangladesh is looking for? aljazeera.com Back from 17-year exile after Sheikh Hasina's ouster, Rahman leads opinion polls for prime minister in Thursday's vote.
(2026-02-10). Zelensky says peace hinges on security guarantees against future Russian attacks. hindustantimes.com Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky, in his latest war address, said Ukraine is preparing for major international meetings on defense and security in both Europe and the United States, stressing that peace is only possible with firm, tangible security guarantees to stop future Russian attacks and hybrid operations. He emphasized that all of Europe now understands the threat of Russian interference, missiles, drones, and destabilization, called the security-guarantee documents ready, and thanked global partners for their support, declaring there is no alternative to security, peace, or rebuilding Ukraine. Watch…
(2026-02-10). Jorge Legañoa: Trump fosters genocide by intensifying blockade against Cuba. radiohc.cu Jorge Legañoa, president of Prensa Latina, has denounced a new energy blockade, which he calls "genocide," and the intensification of unfounded accusations of terrorism against Cuba, revealing decades of "false narratives." | The Cuban journalists affirmed that his country faces a complex situation due to the intensification of the economic blockade imposed by the United States government, led by Donald Trump. The new measures seek to prevent the supply of oil to the Caribbean island, generating energy shortages and directly affecting the daily lives of its citizens. | In an interview with teleSUR, Jorge Legañoa,…
(2010-02-26). Tuberculosis detection system wins top prize at Pakistan's first Quantum Hackathon. tribune.com.pk 
A team developing a quantum-computing-based solution for the early detection of tuberculosis (TB) has won the top prize of Rs800,000 at Pakistan's first quantum computing hackathon, organised by the Pakistan Atomic Energy Commission. | The hackathon was held to push forward emerging technologies and to promote modern scientific and IT skills in the country, according to a statement issued by the Pakistan Atomic Energy Commission (PAEC) on Tuesday. | Read: PM announces $1 billion investment into AI by 2030 | Addressing the event, PAEC Chairman Dr Raja Ali Raza Anwar said quantum technology was fast becoming a t…
(2026-02-10). Police rampage against Sydney protest opposing Israeli president's Australian visit. wsws.org The police violence against protesters opposing a war criminal was orchestrated by the Labor governments and then defended by them.
(2026-02-10). Bold Precise: A printmaking exhibition at AKA gallery. independent.co.ug 
The group exhibition explores the different techniques of the medium while emphasizing the relevance of this centuries old art form in the contemporary times ARTS | DOMINIC MUWANGUZI | Printmaking is a centuries-old medium that involves intricate and rigorous creative processes like sketching, carving, layering and inking to create stunning images, usually with high textures. …
(2026-02-10). Solidarity with Unions! Protest at Palantir Ahead of Super Bowl. indybay.org Kristi Noem announced last fall that ICE would be coming in force to the San Francisco Bay city of Santa Clara to do their dirty work during Super Bowl Week. Although authorities later tried to back away from this statement, Bay Area activists prepared with protests ahead of the big game. This Palantir action was on February 5th; DHS presence was confirmed to be in nearby Mountain View, CA the next day.
(2026-02-10). Divisions within NZ coalition government over India Free Trade Agreement. wsws.org Right-wing, anti-immigrant NZ First leader Winston Peters falsely declared the Free Trade Agreement will see an influx of "tens of thousands of people" from India, taking opportunities "away from New Zealanders."
(2026-02-10). Turkey Expands Reach As Security Partner. eurasiareview.com From coast to coast, Turkey is working to forge ties with African nations, often as a security partner for weapons purchases and military training, and as an investor in infrastructure projects. Turkey believes it can position itself as an alternative option able to negotiate sophisticated military deals without any of the drawbacks of partnering with China, Russia or traditional Western allies. | "Ankara acts as a unique geopolitical hybrid: a NATO member with NATO-standard military capabilities, yet a diplomat that speaks the language of the Global South," Gà∂ktuƒü àáalƒ±&as…
(2026-02-10). Yemen's sixth government in exile sworn in Riyadh. albawaba.com ALBAWABA- Yemen's newly formed government, the sixth to operate from exile in just over a decade, was sworn in on Monday at the Yemeni embassy in Saudi Arabia, underscoring both a political reset and the deepening crisis of legitimacy facing the internationally recognized authorities.The new cabinet, led by Prime Minister Shaia'a al-Zandani, is the largest in Yemen's modern history, comprising 35 ministers drawn from a range of anti-Houthi factions broadly aligned with Saudi Arabia. While presented as inclusive, the lineup excludes representation from Hajjah, Al-Mahweet, and Al-Jaouf governorates, highlighting pe…
(2026-02-10). Georgia Man Accused Of Threatening Trump Sentenced To Prison. eurasiareview.com By Kim Jarrett | ( Jauan Rashun Porter of Rome, Ga., threatened to kill the president and federal agents if they came to his door in a series of posts on a TikTok livestream, according to the U.S. Attorney's Office for the Northern District of Georgia. He was sentenced Monday. | "I'm gonna kill Donald Trump. I'm gonna put a 7.62 bullet inside…
(2026-02-10). SUV sprayed with bullets: Indian-origin techie shot dead in car in Toronto's shopping mall. ptcnews.tv PTC News Desk: An Indian-origin IT professional was shot dead by unidentified men in his car parked in a parking of a shopping mall in Canada's Toronto. | The victim hailed from Thyamagondlu in Nelamangala on the outskirts of Bengaluru. | The parents of an Indian IT professional who was shot dead in Canada said they had repeatedly urged their son to return home, but he chose to stay abroad. | Chandan Kumar's family is devastated after he was fatally shot in Toronto. His parents suspect that his involvement in forming a Kannada community group in the city may have played a role in the incident. His father, Nanda…
(2026-02-10). Is civil war imminent in the U.S.? workers.org 
By Robert Saleem Holbrook I have been asked to address the Rosa Luxemburg Conference on the subject "Is civil war imminent in the United States?" Well, that question implies that the first U.S. Civil War, fought over enslavement, has ended. The truth is since the conclusion of that civil war . . . |
(2026-02-10). "You can't strangle a people like this" : Mexico will send more humanitarian aid to Cuba in the face of U.S. energy blockade. radiohc.cu Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum reaffirmed on Monday her nation's unwavering commitment to the sovereignty of nations by confirming that the delivery of humanitarian assistance to Cuba will continue. | In a press conference during her usual morning briefing, the president emphasized that the Mexican people have always been characterized by their fraternity, assuring that her administration cannot remain indifferent to the extreme difficulties currently facing the Cuban population. | The confirmation of the continued delivery of humanitarian aid to the Caribbean island comes after two ships departed from the p…
(2026-02-10). Closing the Gaps on Paid Medical Leave. counterpunch.org 
February 5 marks the 33rd anniversary of the passage of the Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA), a landmark piece of federal legislation that has provided some level of basic security for many millions of workers. It is also grossly inadequate, and falls well short of what workers in other countries are provided. The FMLA
(2026-02-10). Extension Of New START Central Limits: Overview Of The Expert Debate Analysis. eurasiareview.com By Anya L. Fink | The
(2026-02-10). POLICE: Security deployment at Kyagulanyi's home a national security matter. independent.co.ug 
Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Uganda Police Force (UPF) will maintain deployment at the residence of former presidential candidate Robert Kyagulanyi Ssentamu, popularly known as Bobi Wine, citing national security concerns, despite confirming that no charges have been preferred against him. Speaking during a security press briefing at Naguru Police Headquarters, police spokesperson Kituuma …
(2026-02-10). Investigation uncovers mismanagement of donated artifacts. ecns.cn The findings revealed that during the transfer and circulation of Jiangnan Springand other paintings, the original Jiangsu Provincial Department of Culture, the Nanjing Museum, and the original Jiangsu Provincial Cultural Relics Store violated cultural relics management regulations.
(2026-02-10). Australia urges calm after violent clashes in Sydney during visit. haaretz.com Thousands protested nationwide against the Israeli president's official visit, which followed the deadly terrorist attack at Sydney's Bondi Beach. Albanese defended his decision to invite Herzog, saying the Jewish community 'asked for their head of state'…
(2026-02-10). Madison, Feb. 13, 2026: Building Unity Potluck Gathering. wibailoutpeople.org 
Event: www.facebook.com/share/14Q7qhmDTuF/ Event by Building Unity Join us on Friday, February 13, 2026 at 6: 00 pm in the Common Room of the University Heights Apartments — 2206 University Ave. on Madison's west side. The goals for this and other Building Unity Gatherings is to share fellowship, food, and information so that we can create stronger …
(2010-02-26). Tekken star Arslan Ash relocates to Japan as new competitive base. tribune.com.pk 
Pakistan's e-sports icon Arslan Siddique, popularly known as Arslan Ash, has moved to Japan, saying he wants to compete at the "highest level" while continuing to travel internationally and that he will keep representing Pakistan. | A new chapter begins üáØüáµ | I've moved to Japan to push myself at the highest level, while still competing around the world and I'll always represent Pakistan üáµüá∞. | Esports careers are short, so I'm giving this my absolute best. | Really thankful to @GsKudo for believing i…
(2026-02-10). Trump threatens to block opening of Detroit-Canada bridge. aljazeera.com The $4.6bn Gordie Howe International Bridge is expected to open in early 2026.
(2026-02-10). Cuba denounces U.S. aggressive escalation in Geneva. radiohc.cu Cuba denounced on Monday at the organizational meeting of the 61st session of the Human Rights Council the unprecedented escalation of aggression by the United States against the Caribbean nation. | Cuba's Representative, Roberto Cabañas, stated in his address that this aggression is "aimed at ruthlessly punishing our entire population, in flagrant violation of their human rights." | The Cuban diplomat also stated that Washington is going so far as to threaten countries that supply oil to Cuba with trade tariffs. With this, he added, "they intend to make the international community complicit in an energy blockade…
(2026-02-10). Breaking: The Evidence is in: Endangerment Finding was Pre-cooked. wattsupwiththat.com 2009 Obama EPA appointees internally called the Endangerment Finding a "decision ready to go," a "basic fact" and "nothing more than science and common sense"; discussion went straight to timing, suggesting predetermination and a sham notice-and-comment rule making process…
(2026-02-10). The surprising way a professor her students are preserving centuries of LGBTQ+ history. wibailoutpeople.org The surprising way a professor & her students are preserving centuries of LGBTQ+ history |
(2026-02-10). Chinese regulator summons Amap's ride-hailing service over management issues. ecns.cn To better protect drivers' rights and interests, the talks stressed the need to improve channels for drivers to express concerns, and to respond promptly to complaints and problems reflected by drivers.
(2026-02-10). Thursday, February 12 and Friday, February 13, 2026: Movie The Voice of Hind Rajab in Milwaukee. wibailoutpeople.org 
Based on true events, THE VOICE OF HIND RAJAB follows Red Crescent volunteers as they struggle to send an ambulance to rescue a six-year-old girl trapped under fire. Winner of the Silver Lion Grand Jury Prize at the Venice Film Festival and many other festival awards, the latest from Kaouther Ben Hania (FOUR DAUGHTERS, MFF2024) …
(2026-02-10). Wednesday 3/11: The Future of Independent Commissions in San Francisco. indybay.org Women's Building | 3543 18th St #8, San Francisco, CA 94110…
(2026-02-10). Wednesday 3/11: Webinar: Fasting, Faith and the Fight Against Erasure: Ramadan in Al Quds. indybay.org Online | www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/ramadan-fa……
(2026-02-10). End all forms of the criminal U.S. blockade of Cuba! workers.org 
Workers World Party joins with the Cuban government and its people in condemning in the strongest possible terms the U.S. government's threat to increase tariffs on any country that delivers oil to Cuba. This new policy to blockade the delivery of any fuel to Cuba is nothing but a blatant . . . |
(2026-02-10). Malta issues commemorative stamp celebrating Chinese Lunar Year of the Horse. ecns.cn MaltaPost on Monday unveiled a commemorative stamp celebrating the Chinese Lunar Year of the Horse at a ceremony held in the capital, Valletta. The release marks the third consecutive year that Malta has issued stamps themed around the Chinese zodiac.
(2026-02-10). "Market-Based" Environmentalism = Yellowstone Buffalo Genocide. counterpunch.org 
Yellowstone bison have flourished for more than 10,000 years. In the 1830s settler-colonialists and other two-legged parasites nearly wiped them out. Now, almost 200 years later, the old cognitive model, Manifest Destiny, possesses a new plundering herd of uber-wealthy, neo-colonialists engaged in what can best be described as slow-motion domestication, or in other words, buffalo
(2026-02-10). Top Iran security official to travel to Oman. newarab.com 
A top Iranian security official will travel Tuesday to Oman, the Mideast sultanate now
(2026-02-10). Monday 2/9: Zuck-Off for Pretti ICE Out for Good! A Public Performance Art Show. indybay.org SFGH | Between Building 25 and Building 5 | 1001 Potrero Avenue | San Francisco, California…
(2026-02-10). Why Crisafulli should study Borbidge govt, not Newman government. onlineopinion.com.au Queensland history offers a warning: competent one-term governments still lose. Borbidge shows how silence, One Nation, and misread voters can undo reform—unless Crisafulli learns the right lesson.
(2026-02-10). Trump's Keynesian Plan For Ukraine OpEd. eurasiareview.com By Dr. Madhusudan Raj | On January 9, The Telegraph "Ukraine and the United States are planning to sign a "prosperity" deal "The prosperity plan is aimed at bringing in around $800bn ( £600bn) over a decade to rebuild Ukraine and kick-start its economy, Ukra…
(2026-02-10). Full text: Hong Kong: Safeguarding China's National Security Under the Framework of One Country, Two Systems. ecns.cn China's State Council Information Office on Tuesday released a white paper titled "Hong Kong: Safeguarding China's National Security Under the Framework of One Country, Two Systems.""ÄÄ"ÄÄPlease see the attachment for the document.
(2026-02-10). Gremaud defends Olympic slopestyle title at Milan-Cortina Winter Games. ecns.cn Swiss freestyle skier Mathilde Gremaud defended her Olympic women's slopestyle title at the Milan-Cortina Winter Games on Monday, edging China's Eileen Gu by 0.38 points.
(2026-02-10). Gu Ailing responds to critics after Milano-Cortina 2026 slopestyle silver. ecns.cn China's freeski sensation Eileen Gu Ailing opens up about her journey of having overcome huge challenges from pressure, injuries and online hate to finish on the Olympic podium for a record fourth time in the sport's history, after landing a series of jaw-dropping tricks on her first run to win a silver medal in slopestyle at Milano-Cortina 2026.
(2026-02-10). Japan urged to adhere to a peaceful path. ecns.cn Beijing urged Tokyo on Monday to adhere to peaceful development and follow the four political documents between China and Japan, which serve as the political foundation of bilateral relations.
(2026-02-10). INTERNSHIP AT THE BUSINESS, HUMAN RIGHTS AND ENVIRONMENT DESK – 6 MONTHS. fidh.org The International Federation for Human Rights (FIDH) is an NGO that brings together nearly 200 civil society organisations around the world. Founded in 1922, it is committed to defending fundamental freedoms and the universality of the rights defined in the Universal Declaration of Human Rights. Independent of any government and recognised for its expertise, FIDH works to strengthen mechanisms for the protection of human rights and defenders through advocacy campaigns, investigations into (…) | – |
(2026-02-10). Saudi Arabia wealth fund set to announce strategy revamp. newarab.com 
The Saudi sovereign wealth fund soft-launched its new 2026-2030 strategy with key investors and strategic partners on Monday on the sidelines of a conference in Riyadh, the two people and another familiar with the matter told Reuters news agency. | The n…
(2026-02-10). New tech converts leftovers into green fuel for ships. ecns.cn Researchers at East China University of Science and Technology in Shanghai have unveiled a technology that converts leftover food waste into green fuel for ocean-going vessels, marking a breakthrough in full carbon conversion from biogas to green methanol and cutting costs by more than 30 percent.
(2026-02-10). De-Globalization Reshapes The Logic Of Global Growth Analysis. eurasiareview.com In general, major economies around the world are now facing significant development challenges. Although U.S. economic growth in the third quarter of 2025 exceeded expectations, persistently high unemployment and structural inflation continue to pose problems to it, as its K-shaped divergence in income and consumption patterns is becoming more pronounced. Europe's economy remains mired in prolonged stagnation, and its key economies, such as France and Germany, are hampered by weak innovation and shrinking manufacturing sectors, resulting in extremely limited growth momentum. China is also confronting slowing e…
(2026-02-10). The Jidwaaq Clan: Political Strength and Participation in the Somali Region of Ethiopia. indybay.org Somali clan politics in the Somali Region of Ethiopia…
(2026-02-10). China releases white paper on Hong Kong's efforts in safeguarding national security under One Country, Two Systems framework. ecns.cn China's State Council Information Office on Tuesday released a white paper titled "Hong Kong: Safeguarding China's National Security Under the Framework of One Country, Two Systems."
(2026-02-10). The Neocolonial Binge in the Compact States. counterpunch.org 
The United States is quietly working to reassert its control over the compact states, three island states in the central Pacific Ocean. Last month, witnesses at a congressional hearing revealed that the Trump administration is expanding military and intelligence operations in Palau, the Marshall Islands, and the Federated States of Micronesia. Witnesses told lawmakers that
(2026-02-10). Puerto Rican rapper Bad Bunny's Super Bowl halftime show highlights mass opposition to Trump. wsws.org Bad Bunny's record‚Äëbreaking Super Bowl halftime show evoked colonial and immigrant struggles and indirectly rebuked the Trump administration's xenophobic, anti‚Äëimmigrant agenda.
(2026-02-10). Italy, Hungary's Snub of ICC Arrests Should be a Wake-Up Call for the EU. hrw.org Click to expand Image | Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni (R) welcomes Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban in Rome, Italy, October 27, 2025. | © 2025 Marco Iacobucci/SOPA Images/Sipa USA via AP Photo…
(2026-02-10). Monday 2/9: Webinar: The Attacks on Professional Associations: What to Know and How to Respond. indybay.org Zoom | us06web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_P-ry……
(2026-02-10). Wednesday 2/11: Exhibit Honoring the Children of Palestine – Reception. indybay.org Santa Clara County Government Center | 70 West Hedding Street | San José, CA 95110…
(2026-02-10). Bonobo demonstrates the cognitive ability to imagine "make believe" objects. wsws.org Such capacity forms the evolutionary basis for abstract symbolic thought among humans.
(2026-02-10). Race, Capital, and Minneapolis. counterpunch.org 
As George Floyd calls out for his mother, we see a crisis of overproduction. This brutal murder by the state can tell us something, not about Floyd himself, who every political actor co-opts for their own agenda, and thus murders an innocent man all over again, but rather about capitalism. For the right, Floyd is
(2026-02-10). Monday 2/23: Webinar: Witness From Palestine. indybay.org Zoom | us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/w9SoK1c……
(2026-02-10). Intl brands see strong rebound in China. ecns.cn With guidance pointing to more than 25 percent growth in the 2026 fiscal year, Tapestry said the Chinese market will continue to represent a significant long-term opportunity for its brands.
(2026-02-10). The democrats need a concrete governing agenda. onlineopinion.com.au Outrage isn't a governing strategy. If Democrats want to win and govern, they must offer voters something rarer than resistance: a credible plan for power, prosperity, and unity.
(2026-02-10). Cuba warns airlines it's almost out of fuel as US blockade deepens energy crisis. scmp.com Cuban aviation officials have warned airlines that there is not enough fuel for planes to refuel on the island, the latest step in its moves to ration energy as the Trump administration cuts the Caribbean nation off from its fuel resources. | The government of Cuba published the notices to airlines and pilots on Sunday night, warning that jet fuel would not be available at nine airports across the island, including Jose Marti International Airport in Havana, starting on Tuesday and continuing…
(2026-02-10). Palestinian citizens of Israel demand government do more to stop crime. aljazeera.com Palestinians in Israel are reaching breaking point in the face of endemic crime and government neglect.
(2026-02-10). Australian workers and youth denounce visit by Israeli President Herzog. wsws.org "For Albanese to invite Herzog here is completely wrong—it was a line in the sand for me—and I just had to come here and be part of the opposition."
(2026-02-10). When voters say 'enough is enough'. independent.co.ug 
COMMENT | NANTEZA SARAH KYOBE | In Uganda's just-concluded 2026 general elections, many prominent politicians, including long-serving lawmakers and key cabinet members, were voted out nationwide as voters chose new representatives over established figures. This event signalled a major upheaval in Parliament since the introduction of multiparty politics in 2005. The power dynamics within Uganda's political …
(2026-02-10). More Australia protests over police crackdown on rally against Herzog visit. aljazeera.com Civic groups denounce use of 'excessive' force as police chief refers to protesters as 'angry and violent mob'.
(2026-02-10). Ghislaine Maxwell refuses to answer questions from US Congress. aljazeera.com Ghislaine Maxwell invoked her Fifth Amendment right and refused to testify before a US congressional committee.
(2026-02-10). New alliance of Sri Lankan health unions to contain opposition to IMF austerity. wsws.org Confronted with rising anger among health workers over the government's attacks, the unions have formed an alliance, not to wage a political fight for workers, but to suppress their opposition.
(2026-02-10). 1000+ Protest ICE Outside Super Bowl. indybay.org Photos by: Stay Human San Jose…
(2026-02-10). Chinese-backed program inspires Kenyan slum kids to code for future. independent.co.ug 
NAIROBI | Xinhua | Defying the sweltering afternoon heat, Jenny Fair and her young peers huddled around a large table, marveling at remotely controlled robots making circular motions. Currently in Grade Seven, the 13-year-old learner is enrolled at Code with Kids, a community-focused organization dedicated to providing affordable and accessible science, technology, engineering, and mathematics …
(2026-02-10). Rally Outside Palo Alto Office During Super Bowl Week. indybay.org Following a march from a nearby neighborhood park, a candlelit rally with projections upon the office building of Palantir, company complicit with ICE and the IDF.
(2026-02-10). Sunday 2/8: Bees, Land, & Liberation: Storytime from Palestine. indybay.org Zoom | us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/UZiKWMf……
(2026-02-10). CATHERINE BWIRE: From technical expert to global cybersecurity leader. independent.co.ug 
Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Uganda's cybersecurity community is celebrating a defining moment as Catherine Bwire, Head of Information Security (CISO) at Ecobank Uganda, has been named a finalist for the prestigious 2026 Top 100 Information Security Professionals Award. The international recognition honors leaders who are shaping the future of information security through innovation, measurable …
(2026-02-10). Madison, Feb. 19, 2026: Protective Presence in the West Bank: A Panel With Three Volunteers. wibailoutpeople.org 
Thursday, February 19: Protective Presence in the West Bank: A Panel With Three Volunteers Christ Presbyterian Church, 944 E. Gorham Street, Madison7 pm Jewish Voice for Peace Madison invites you to a panel with three people who returned recently from standing with Palestinians and documenting human rights violations and land grabs by Israeli settlers and soldiers. …
(2010-02-26). Rawalpindi textile factory blaze stopped after 16 hours of firefighting. tribune.com.pk 
A major fire at a garment and textile factory and its warehouse in Rawalpindi's Rawat Industrial Estate has been brought under control after a firefighting operation lasting around 16 hours, rescue officials said on Tuesday, with cooling work still underway. | Rescue officials said crews had been battling the blaze since it was reported at about 4pm on Monday, and Rescue Rawalpindi spokesperson Usman Gujjar warned the three-storey structure developed cracks after hours of intense heat, raising fears of collapse. Firefighters continued parts of the operation from a safe distance because of the risk. | Gujjar sa…
(2026-02-10). Africa: Next Frontline In The Global Drug Trade? Analysis. eurasiareview.com By Cherkaoui Roudani | Over President Donald Trump's second term, the United States has embarked on an unprecedented tightening of its counter-narcotics policy, elevating it into a central instrument of diplomatic, legal and coercive pressure. This doctrinal shift now goes well beyond domestic security concerns and is embedded within a broader framework of strategic protection
(2026-02-10). Leqaa Kordia, Palestinian detained for one year, suffers medical emergency at Texas ICE facility. wsws.org ICE officials are refusing to disclose the location of 33-year-old Leqaa Kordia after she suffered a medical emergency at the Prairieland Detention Center in North Texas on Friday and was taken to the hospital.
(2026-02-10). UK PM Starmer defies pressure as allies rally during premiership crisis. geo.tv 
British Prime Minister Keir Starmer adjusts his glasses as he waits to deliver his speech at Horntye Park Sports Complex in St Leonards, Britain, February 05, 2026. — Reuters PM says he will not 'walk away' from his mandate.His two senior aides resign within days over…
(2026-02-10). ByteDance's new AI video model draws copyright scrutiny after viral debut. ecns.cn Chinese tech giant ByteDance's latest AI video model, Seedance 2.0, has taken the internet by storm following limited internal testing started on Saturday.
(2026-02-10). Why are foreigners raving about Yiwu's Spring Festival Lantern Show. ecns.cn The Xiuhu Lantern Show is an essential Yiwu tradition for bidding farewell to the old year and welcoming the new one, attracting both local residents and visitors from around the world.
(2026-02-10). Eau Claire, Janesville, Madison Feb. 22, 2026: Support Union Letter Carriers Fighting for a Just Contract! wibailoutpeople.org 
(2026-02-10). Vonn reflects on Winter Olympics downhill crash and tibia injury. aljazeera.com Despite undergoing surgery for a fractured left leg, ski icon Lindsey Vonn defended her decision to compete at Games.
(2026-02-10). Monday 2/9: East Bay Permaculture Guild / February Potluck and Discussion. indybay.org Oakland Peace Center / Grace Room (downtown Oakland) | 111 Fairmount Ave, Oakland, CA 94611…
(2026-02-10). Should Guardian Authors be Paid in Hugs to Reduce Climate Damage? wattsupwiththat.com Guardian author Alex Clark wants the world to "move beyond" GDP as a measure of wellbeing. The experiment should start with The Guardian.
(2026-02-10). Takaichi secures sweeping mandate as LDP wins snap election landslide. albawaba.com ALBAWABA- Japan's Liberal Democratic Party (LDP), led by Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi, won a decisive landslide in the snap general election, capturing more than 310 of the 465 seats in the House of Representatives. The result delivers the LDP its first two-thirds supermajority as a single party since World War II, while the broader ruling coalition secured over 340 seats, granting the government the numbers needed to override upper house objections.The outcome significantly strengthens Takaichi's political authority, enabling her to press ahead with long-stalled constitutional revisions and advance her conserva…
(2026-02-10). Expanding limits of quantum information. ecns.cn In the high-stakes world of quantum information, precision is everything. For 29-year-old doctoral candidate Wang Haigang, that precision doesn't come from his hands, but from his feet. Sitting in a quiet laboratory at Taiyuan University of Technology, Wang navigates complex simulations and drafts English-language research papers with his right foot on the mouse and his left on the keyboard. It is a scene of intense focus that recently earned him the university's highest honor: the President's Scholarship.
(2026-02-10). Former lawyers say NZ mosque shooter planned to confess. newarab.com 
The self-professed white supremacist Brenton Tarrant, 35, was sentenced to life in prison without a chance of parole after pleading guilty to terrorism, murder and attempted murder for his hate-fueled massacre of worshipers including children at two Christchurch mosques…
(2026-02-10). IYSSE meeting: For a socialist perspective against the reintroduction of conscription in Germany. wsws.org While wars are being stoked and escalated in the Middle East, Latin America and worldwide, thousands of young people in Germany are currently receiving letters to register for military service.
(2026-02-10). Why Russia and China should step up the defense of Cuba. thealtworld.com How much aggression is Moscow and Beijing going to let the American psycho regime get away with before it's too late? | The Trump regime has escalated the decades-long illegal U.S. embargo on Cuba to a full-on economic war. The Caribbean island nation of 11 million, in the midst of recovering from a hurricane disaster just three months ago, is facing an existential crisis due to a fuel blockade after Trump announced a total cut-off in oil shipments. | Yet the American thug has perversely declared Cuba a "threat to U.S. national security," thereby giving himself license to impose genocidal suffering. | Washington…
(2026-02-10). Monday 2/16: Webinar: Faith in the Crosshairs: Christians Rising Against Christian Zionism. indybay.org Online | actionnetwork.org/events/faith-in-the-cr……
(2026-02-10). Netanyahu is bulldozing the red lines separating politics and the defense establishment. haaretz.com At the height of the war, intelligence officers were called up for reserve duty to gather cherry-picked quotes from classified documents to serve Netanyahu's narrative. A widespread collapse of norms has occurred in the military, reminiscent of the U.S. military during the Vietnam War…
(2026-02-10). Bad Bunny at the Superbowl: Puerto Ricans are Americans, but the US is Guilty of Neglect. juancole.com Ann Arbor (Informed Comment) — American rap star Benito "Bad Bunny" Antonio Martínez, who busts rhymes in Puerto Rican Spanish, caused waves when he was chosen to headline the Superbowl LX Halftime show. According to internet memes, at least, some people complained about not having an "American" headliner, apparently unaware that Puerto Ricans gained US citizenship in 1917. | The thrust of his performance, entirely in Spanish, was to make the point that Spanish is also a language of the United States. People in California, Arizona, New Mexico, Colorado, Nevada and much of Texas spoke Spanish when they formed…
(2026-02-10). From Beijing to Milan, Olympics fuel China's winter sports. independent.co.ug 
BEIJING | Xinhua | As the Milan-Cortina 2026 Winter Olympics opened Friday night, 15-year-old Chen Keyu, a rising star on China's national ice hockey team, sat glued to her screen in Shenzhen, tracking every shift of the hockey competitions in Italy. Six years ago, as China prepared to host the 2022 Winter Olympics, indoor rinks …
(2026-02-10). US kills two people in attack on boat in eastern Pacific, one survivor. aljazeera.com The US military says one person survived the strike on the vessel and that the coastguard has been notified.
(2026-02-10). 'Evil deeds': Hong Kong leader praises lengthy jail sentence for Jimmy Lai. aljazeera.com US, UK officials call for Jimmy Lai's release on 'humanitarian' grounds due to his age and health.
(2026-02-10). Video: Australian police attack a boy during pro-Palestinian protest. albawaba.com ALBAWABA – A horrific video emerged online showing members of the Australian police attacking a little boy wearing a keffiyeh during a protest against Israeli President Isaac Herzog's visit to the country.New South Wales Police were seen brutally attacking a teenager wearing a white t-shirt, then dragging him off. The incident angered human rights activists who condemned the act as against people's simplest rights, to protest peacefully.Yesterday, The Guardian reported that the police in Australia used violence and pepper spray to disperse pro-Palestinian protesters who gathered in multiple cities across the coun…
(2026-02-10). Azerbaijan: Unlawfully detained women journalists face sexual violence amidst on-going crackdown on civil society. fidh.org The undersigned organisations, including the Observatory for the Protection of Human Rights Defenders, a partnership of the International Federation for Human Rights (FIDH) and the World Organisation Against Torture (OMCT), express their serious concern regarding the recent letter of Azerbaijani journalist Aysel Umudova sent to media outlets from Baku Pre-trial Investigation Facility, in which she has reported being subjected to sexual harassment and ill-treatment by police officers during (…) | – |
(2026-02-10). Washington's Cult of the Bomb. counterpunch.org 
The first of the bombs used against Japan, the one that flattened Hiroshima, produced a blast equivalent to about 15,000 tons of TNT and killed tens of thousands of innocent people in minutes. Fast-forward to the '70s: the United States' B83 bomb "is by far the most destructive weapon in the US nuclear arsenal," capable of producing an explosion about 80 times stronger than the one used against Hiroshima. And we have seen nuclear weapons even more fathomlessly destructive: the Soviet Union produced a weapon, called Tsar Bomba, whose "detonation was astronomically powerful—over 1,570 times more powerful, in…
(2026-02-10). Gu Ailing settles for Olympic silver in women's slopestyle. ecns.cn Chinese freestyle skiing star Gu Ailing fell just 0.38 points short of history on Monday, missing the chance to become the first freestyle skier to win Olympic gold in halfpipe, big air and slopestyle.
(2026-02-10). Chinese vice premier extends greetings to polar research teams. ecns.cn Chinese Vice Premier He Lifeng on Monday extended festive greetings and good wishes via satellite video link to Chinese scientific researchers conducting missions in the Arctic and Antarctic.
(2026-02-10). Italy PM says sabotage aimed at damaging the Games and her nation. ecns.cn Italy's prime minister has blamed "gangs of criminals" and "enemies of Italy" for sabotage that looks to have been aimed at ruining the country's hosting of the Milano Cortina 2026 Winter Olympic Games, which is taking place in and around the northern Lombardy region.
(2010-02-26). Pakistan Army's 19-nation patrolling exercise concludes at Kharian. tribune.com.pk 
The 9th International Pakistan Army Team Spirit (PATS) Competition concluded at Kharian on February 9, 2026, the military's media wing Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR) said on Tuesday. | According to ISPR, the closing ceremony was attended by the Chief of Army Staff and Chief of Defence Forces (COAS & CDF), Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir, as the chief guest. | The Team Spirit Competition is a 60-hour-long patrolling exercise designed to enhance professional military skills through the exchange of innovative ideas, tactical experiences, and best practices among participating teams, the statement said. Cond…
(2026-02-10). Fire at Iraq's Baiji refinery kills one, injures 13. newarab.com 
A fire at a fuel production unit caused a huge blaze at Engineers at the Baiji refinery complex, some 180 km (110 miles) north of The fire has not had any impact on production op…
(2026-02-10). Draw means Al-Hilal drop first points in Asian Champions League. newarab.com 
(2026-02-10). Honduras: How development finance and corporate power enabled the killing of Berta Cáceres. fidh.org
(2026-02-10). Bangladesh launches first-ever Junior Amputee Football Programme, empowering young athletes through sport. icrc.org
(2026-02-10). Kazakhstan: Alarming arbitrary arrest, detention and judicial harassment of 19 human rights activists, including seven-month-pregnant Nazigul Maksutkhan. fidh.org
(2026-02-10). Israel's Extermination, Ethnic Cleansing against Palestinians Escalate. juancole.com
(2026-02-10). United Nations treaty on business and human rights: New language is out, but some gaps persist. fidh.org
(2026-02-10). In Australia The Police Beat You Up For Opposing Genocide. caitlinjohnstone.com.au
(2026-02-10). Israel and the occupied territories: Release and transfer operations under ceasefire agreement completed. icrc.org
(2026-02-10). Serbia: Further progress needed to clarify the fate of the missing. icrc.org
(2026-02-10). US Electric Vehicle Sales Fell As Hybrid Vehicle Sales Continued To Rise In 2025 Analysis. eurasiareview.com
(2026-02-10). Call for Applications: Consultancy-External Final Evaluation. fidh.org
(2026-02-10). More Than a Competition: The Journey of Uganda's IHL Moot Court Winners. icrc.org
(2026-02-10). Central African Republic: Humanitarian situation remains alarming in south-east of the country. icrc.org
(2026-02-10). Bosnia and Herzegovina: Families of the missing still seek answers. icrc.org
(2026-02-10). Somalia: One year on, families reeling from conflict in Puntland. icrc.org
(2026-02-10). Frequently asked questions: ICRC's work in the Philippines. icrc.org
(2026-02-10). ICRC response in northern Syria: Operational update. icrc.org
(2026-02-10). US attacks alleged drug-trafficking boat, kills 2. albawaba.com
(2026-02-10). The Global International Humanitarian Law Initiative to hold a High-level Conference on Humanity in War in Jordan in 2026. icrc.org
(2026-02-10). ICRC President Urges Renewed Commitment to Laws of War at Westminster. icrc.org
(2026-02-10). From ferry to gateway: how Hainan's customs closure powers ASEAN-China common market. ecns.cn
(2026-02-10). Statement on meetings on protected persons in the Russia-Ukraine international armed conflict. icrc.org
(2026-02-10). Iran's Nuclear Program And UN Sanctions Reimposition Analysis. eurasiareview.com
(2026-02-10). Complementing existing protections in armed conflicts and other situations of violence. icrc.org
(2026-02-10). Chad: Sudanese families separated by conflict find hope one phone call at a time. icrc.org
(2026-02-10). Somalia: Rebuilding life beyond the emergency. icrc.org
(2026-02-10). ICRC president elected to a second term. icrc.org
(2026-02-10). China: Briefing for the Shanghai Cooperation Organization on principled humanitarian action. icrc.org
(2026-02-10). Uganda: Arbitrary arrest and pre-trial detention of eight environmental rights defenders. fidh.org
(2026-02-10). Azerbaijan – Armenia: ICRC representatives travel to Azerbaijan to visit persons detained in relation to the conflict. icrc.org
(2026-02-10). United States plunges into unlawful rule and extrajudicial killings. fidh.org
(2026-02-10). Rebuilding livelihoods for conflict-affected families in northeast Nigeria. icrc.org
(2026-02-10). Russia: Alarming arbitrary arrest, detention and judicial harassment of Ms Daria Egereva, indigenous peoples' rights defender. fidh.org
(2026-02-10). Closing The Arctic Gaps: NATO Allies And Partners Can Protect Their Homelands By Updating Their Defense Force Postures Analysis. eurasiareview.com
(2026-02-10). Trump clearly stated he does not support Israel annexing West White House official says. haaretz.com
(2026-02-10). Cambodia-Thailand: ICRC supports release and repatriation of 18 prisoners of war. icrc.org
(2026-02-10). From sham to scam: Overview of the 2025-2026 fraudulent election in Myanmar. fidh.org
(2026-02-10). DR Congo: As more people are wounded in South Kivu violence, they struggle to get treatment. icrc.org
(2026-02-10). Syria: ICRC concerned over worsening humanitarian situation. icrc.org
(2026-02-10). Cuba debutará ante Polonia en Liga de Naciones de Voleibol 2026. radiohc.cu El equipo masculino de voleibol de Cuba debutará el 10 de junio ante el de Polonia en el comienzo de la fase preliminar de la Liga de Naciones de ese deporte 2026 (VNL por sus siglas en inglés). | Según el calendario oficial, publicado en el sitio de la Federación Internacional www.fivb.com, los cubanos abrirán su accionar frente a los polacos, campeones defensores y dueños del primer lugar en el ranking mundial de la FIVB, con sede en la ciudad china de Linyi. | Los cubanos aparecen en la pool tres, la que comparten también con las selecciones de Ucrania, a la que enfrentarán el 12; Eslovenia, el 13, y China, el…
(2026-02-10). Serie Nacional de Béisbol: Leñadores tallan tercera final consecutiva con oficio y veteranía. cubadebate.cu Los Leñadores de Las Tunas vencieron este lunes 4×3 a los Cazadores de Artemisa y discutirán por tercera vez consecutiva el cetro, bajo las órdenes de Abeicy Pantoja, en la 64 Serie Nacional de Beisbol. Al beisbol no le complacen las casualidades y casi siempre, para no pecar de absoluto, gana el conjunto más capacitado.
(2026-02-10). Termoeléctrica cubana Guiteras sale del SEN para solucionar defecto en caldera. radiohc.cu La Central Termoeléctrica (CTE) Antonio Guiteras, el mayor y más eficiente bloque unitario de Cuba se encuentra fuera del Sistema Electroenergético Nacional (SEN), desde esta mañana, con el propósito de solucionar un defecto en el área de caldera. | Rubén Campos Olmo, director general de la industria, explicó a la Agencia Cubana de Noticias que la parada tiene como causa fundamental una avería de falta de hermeticidad a la altura del cuarto nivel de quemadores, que provocó expulsión de gases y un poco de llamas.Para abordar el problema resulta necesario hacerlo con la máquina fuera de servicio y despresurizar cal…
(2026-02-10). Desde el corazón de Europa llaman a detener arremetida imperialista contra Cuba. cubadebate.cu En un acto de impacto visual y político, la fachada del edificio principal de la Comisión Europea en Bruselas se iluminó con un mensaje de apoyo a Cuba y de rechazo al bloqueo económico, comercial y financiero impuesto por EE.UU. La acción, consistente en una proyección de videomapping, mostró de manera prominente la consigna: Hands Off Cuba, stop the US blockade.
(2026-02-10). Irán y las negociaciones cruciales. radiohc.cu Una vez más en lo que acontece en el siglo XXI, Medio Oriente se ratifica como la región en la cual los procesos negociadores cobran una intensidad proverbial. En esta oportunidad, Omán fue sede de un ejercicio que involucra a la República Islámica de Irán y a su adversario principal: los EEUU, bajo la presidencia más agresiva en retórica y hechos consumados contra el país persa. | La participación del asesor para Medio Oriente, Steve Witkoff, estuvo acompañada de la disposición del presidente Trump de ratificar el corolario de procura de la paz mediante la aplicación de la fuerza, para resolver contenciosos, seg…
(2026-02-10). Cuba pospone XX Convención y Feria Internacional Informática 2026. radiohc.cu El Comité Organizador de la XX Convención y Feria Internacional 'Informática 2026' anunció este lunes el aplazamiento del evento, originalmente programado del 24 al 27 de marzo próximo. | Según el comunicado oficial, la decisión responde a "la situación extraordinaria que vive el país, provocada por el bloqueo genocida que ejerce el Gobierno de los Estados Unidos contra Cuba y su nueva escalada de agresiones para asfixiar económicamente a nuestro pueblo e intentar destruir la Revolución". | Considerado el principal encuentro tecnológico de Cuba, 'Informática 2026' reúne anualmente a especialistas, empresas, acadé…
(2026-02-10). La agenda del colapso: cómo Martí Noticias intenta fijar qué es "importante" sobre Cuba. cubadebate.cu Un estudio de titulares publicados por el medio oficial estadounidense "Martí Noticias", entre el 1 de enero y el 8 de febrero de 2026, muestra un patrón sostenido: la plataforma prioriza el colapso y naturaliza la presión de Washington como ejes centrales para hablar de Cuba. El análisis, basado en la teoría de la agenda-Setting, identifica además los actores más usados como autoridad y concluye que esta jerarquización reduce el debate público a mera propaganda para el cambio de régimen.
(2026-02-10). Indicaciones en provincia cubana de Cienfuegos garantizando vitalidad ante disminución de combustibles. radiohc.cu De cara al pueblo, en estos días de contingencia aguda, la provincia cubana de Cienfuegos pondrá en práctica diversas indicaciones, a partir de este lunes, para garantizar la vitalidad en medio de la disminución de combustibles, y las afectaciones que puedan tener los servicios por el bloqueo del gobierno estadounidense. | La gobernadora provincial, Yolexis Rodríguez Armada informó que garantizarán la atención básica del Sistema de Salud Publica priorizando el Programa Materno Infantil, el cumplimiento de funciones de las empresas y el ahorro energético, en aras de contribuir a la demanda de electricidad de la po…
(2026-02-10). Cuba ratifica carácter social del presupuesto del Estado. radiohc.cu El presupuesto del Estado cubano mantiene y ratifica su carácter profundamente social y humanista, al garantizar el acceso universal y gratuito a servicios esenciales como educación, salud pública, seguridad social y asistencia social. | Así afirmó este lunes el ministro de Finanzas y Precios, Vladimir Regueiro, durante su intervención en el programa Mesa Redonda de la televisión nacional. | Regueiro explicó las acciones que adopta el país para enfrentar la actual situación, en especial en torno al control del presupuesto, la gestión de los ingresos, la participación de los trabajadores en la toma de decisiones,…
(2026-02-10). Cuba y México no reportan afectaciones en los vuelos programados. radiohc.cu Las operaciones aéreas entre Cuba y México se mantienen funcionando y, hasta el momento, no se reportan afectaciones en los vuelos programados, informó este lunes la Embajada de la isla en esa nación norteamericana. | La sede diplomática refirió en una nota de prensa que esto garantiza la conectividad regular para viajeros, turoperadores y demás actores vinculados al sector turístico y comercial.Las autoridades aeronáuticas y las aerolíneas que operan estas rutas continúan trabajando de manera coordinada para asegurar la estabilidad de las operaciones, así como la seguridad y el bienestar de los pasajeros", aseve…
(2026-02-10). Acho, °ser latino es otra cosa! cubadebate.cu Cuando el arte cumple a cabalidad su función social, esa que traspasa el mero hecho de entretener y divertir, el mensaje es claro, contundente e imperecedero. Ayer se celebró la 60 edición del Super Bowl, el partido final del campeonato de la Liga Nacional de Fútbol Americano (NFL). Sin embargo, se podría decir que, por primera vez, tuvo lugar el Súper Tazón, dicho así, en perfecto español.
(2026-02-10). La opinión del lector: El acceso a la aplicación Ticket para adquirir combustible. cubadebate.cu La cuestión es la gran cantidad de comentarios, quejas, etcétera, de los que usamos combustible, pues a la mayoría le es imposible entrar a la plataforma Ticket, y los que hemos logrado entrar y alcanzar un número por debajo del 200 no hemos recibido el mensaje para poder acceder al combustible. Tengo, creo, que el 162 en la Copa y nada. Si en realidad la plataforma no trabaja, entonces hay que informarlo.
(2026-02-10). Acciones presupuestarias, bancarias y de las telecomunicaciones ante el aumento de las agresiones estadounidenses. cubadebate.cu Los ministros de Finanzas y Precios, el Banco Central de Cuba y Comunicaciones informaron en la Mesa Redonda las acciones que adoptada el país para enfrentar el arreciamiento de las agresiones estadounidenses contra Cuba.
(2026-02-10). Actualización notarial: Simplificación de procesos y mayor transparencia en actos jurídicos. cubadebate.cu A través de su canal en Telegram el Ministerio de Justicia de la República de Cuba informa sobre actualizaciones significativas en los trámites notariales, conforme a lo establecido en la nueva Ley del Notariado, la cual se encuentra vigente desde el pasado 7 de enero de 2026. Estas modificaciones afectan procedimientos de gran relevancia personal y familiar.
(2026-02-10). Trump pretende sumirnos en las tinieblas: Sentir en la isla. cubadebate.cu Lo que la gente de a pie ve es la luz. Le resulta vital si la hay o no la hay. Le es esencial si las calles y sus casas están alumbradas o si están a oscuras. La electricidad es la fuerza motriz que mueve un país. La falta de energía paraliza una nación. Esta realidad obvia, resulta más que evidente en la Cuba de hoy. Y su pueblo lo sabe.
(2026-02-10). Monday 2/16: President's Day Speak Out/Rally: US/ICE Out Of Everywhere. indybay.org Lake Merritt Pergola, Oakland | Near Grand Ave and El Embarcadero…
(2026-02-10). Sunday 2/22: Immigrant Rights Sunday at La Peña: Day Laborers Speak Out. indybay.org La Peña Cultural Cener | 3105 Shattuck Ave. Berkeley…
(2026-02-09). U.S. Peace Council Zoom Webinar Feb. 13, 2026: No War on Iran — Build an Anti-Imperialist Resistance. wibailoutpeople.org 
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(2026-02-09). Lord Mandelson: Trapped in the Epstein Web. counterpunch.org 
Jeffrey Epstein certainly got around. He moved virally, galloping through the cells of the establishment. What was more, he was permitted to. Dead and buried, the financier, convicted paedophile, sex trafficker, eugenics follower, and the man all in power would want to know, continues to ruin reputations, casting doubt on many relationships, and stirring investigations into his correspondents.
(2026-02-09). Herzog backlash crushes Albo's 'social cohesion' thousands protest nationwide. asiapacificreport.nz 
SPECIAL REPORT: By Michael West and Stephanie Tran Amid revelations of Israeli President Isaac Herzog's association with Jeffrey Epstein, the Australian government and media have entirely lost control of the Israel narrative. As thousands massed around the country tonight to protest against the visit of President Herzog, the government's claims of fostering "social cohesion" are…
(2026-02-09). Cloning Babies, Ukraine Labs, and Epstein: How Western Media Ignores Epstein Files Revelations. globalresearch.ca Among the many revelations brought by the
(2026-02-09). Starmer's Leadership Faces Crisis Amid Mandelson Controversy. devdiscourse.com British Prime Minister Keir Starmer remains defiant despite mounting pressure to step down after appointing Peter Mandelson as U.S. ambassador. The move has triggered a crisis within his government due to Mandelson's connections with the late Jeffrey Epstein.
(2026-02-09). Prince William meets Saudi leader on visit overshadowed by Epstein scandal. al-monitor.com Britain's Prince William met Saudi Arabia's de facto leader Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman on Monday, kicking off a visit aimed at deepening economic cooperation but overshadowed by his disgraced uncle Andrew's links to Jeffrey Epstein.The official Saudi Press Agency (SPA) released images of Prince Mohammed giving the heir to the British throne a private tour of the At-Turaif UNESCO World Heritage Site at Diriyah, the first capital of the Saudi state, before a meeting between the two royals.
(2026-02-09). One Battle After Another: Factional Struggles And The Making Of Trump's Foreign Policy Analysis. eurasiareview.com By Majda Ruge | Participation prize: | "Considering your Country decided not to give me the Nobel Peace Prize for having stopped 8 Wars PLUS, I no longer feel an obligation to think purely of Peace … " (Donald Trump, It seems winning the inaugural FIFA peace prize was not enough for Donald Trump. Having
(2026-02-09). Cédric Durand: Michel Aglietta. newleftreview.org A tribute to the founder of the Parisian Regulation School of heterodox economics, with its striking combination of elite statistical training, rich conceptualizations and long-range economic history. Michel Aglietta's singular trajectory traced from radicalization in Algeria and 1960s Marxism to studies of China and green modelling.
(2026-02-09). Case law says telling jurors their rights is not 'tampering' will Filton judges care? thecanary.co 
The Israel lobby, its political allies and its media actors have been pushing a farcical narrative that last week's acquittal of six anti-genocide activists from the Filton 24 was unsafe. The supposed 'reason' for this unsafe verdict was 'jury-tampering'. The supposed jury-tampering? Placards near the court that reminded jurors of their legal right to ignore […] | By
(2026-02-09). Mitchell Institute: We 'need' 300 F-47s and 200 B-21s! responsiblestatecraft.org A new think tank report is
(2026-02-09). International opposition to Trump and ICE shape opening of Milan Olympics. wsws.org What has attracted world attention at the Games is not the far-right Italian government's lockdown of the city but the outpouring of opposition to the Trump administration, ICE and fascism.
(2026-02-09). As Dollar Retreats, ECB Urges Europe to Prepare Euro for Global Spotlight. moderndiplomacy.eu Europe needs to strengthen its financial architecture and be ready to play a larger role in global markets as the U.S. dollar retreats, European Central Bank policymaker Martin Kocher said. The comments come amid rising geopolitical tensions and greater economic competition from China, prompting EU leaders to rethink the bloc's position on the global stage. …
(2026-02-09). If Labour really wants to stop Reform winning Gorton Denton, they should stand aside. thecanary.co 
Labour and its press allies continue to try to undermine popular Green party candidate Hannah Spencer in the Gorton and Denton by-election. Predictably, the tactics on show are the most hypocritical and tin-eared imaginable. In an Observer article yesterday, Labour's corporate-lobbyist, NHS privatiser candidate Angeliki Stogia tried laughably to claim that Spencer should stand aside because: […] | By
(2026-02-09). Government pressed on legal implications of Isaac Herzog visit. independentaustralia.net 
(2026-02-09). Thailand Votes to Replace Military-Backed Constitution. moderndiplomacy.eu Thailand has taken a decisive step toward rewriting the foundations of its political system after voters overwhelmingly backed a referendum calling for a new constitution to replace the military-backed 2017 charter. The vote marks the latest chapter in a decades-long struggle between Thailand's conservative, military-aligned royalist establishment and popular democratic movements seeking to curb unelected …
(2026-02-09). Bad Bunny Dances His Way Through Halftime Show With Vibes, Symbolism And Unity. newsone.com 
(2026-02-09). Gauteng reiterates obligations for scholar transport operators. sanews.gov.za Gauteng reiterates obligations for scholar transport operators | Gauteng MEC for Roads and Transport Kedibone Diale-Tlabela has outlined responsibilities that scholar transport operators must fulfil to advance their applications for operating within the legal framework. ⚪ To ensure compliance, operators must enter into formal agreements with parents, including signed indemnity forms granting responsibility to transport learners. ⚪ Vehicles used for scholar transport should also be roadworthy. ⚪ "They must also obtain endorsement letters from School Governing Bodies (SGBs) or school principals confirming that t…
(2026-02-09). Iran Arrests Reformist Politicians Amid Crackdown on Protests. moderndiplomacy.eu Who Was Detained Iranian authorities have arrested at least four senior figures from the Reform Front, a coalition of reformist and moderate politicians. Among those detained were Azar Mansouri, the front's secretary-general, and senior members Ebrahim Asgharzadeh and Mohsen Aminzadeh. The Reform Front's spokesperson, Javad Emam, was also taken into custody, while at least two …
(2026-02-09). Israel cabinet approves further annexation, control in West Bank. newarab.com 
The measures have been pushed by extremist and far-right ministers Israel Katz and finance minister Bezalel Smotrich. | According to local Palestinian media, the d…
(2026-02-09). Your Party leadership elections now open. thecanary.co 
Your Party's leadership elections have opened on the afternoon of 9 February. The vote closes at 5pm on 23 February. Your Party — a tale of two 'slates' In the 'endorsements' phase, during which Your Party members could endorse candidates they wished to see on the ballot, Jeremy Corbyn's 'The Many' was leading in 12 […] | By
(2026-02-09). A toddler's near death at Dilley exposes the reality of US immigration detention. wsws.org A federal lawsuit over a toddler's hospitalization exposes how US immigration detention endangers children by allowing preventable illness to spread through overcrowded facilities like Dilley.
(2026-02-09). America Rooting For You Trump Cheers USA Cricket Squad For T20 World Cup Campaign In India America. menafn.com (MENAFN – AsiaNet News) US President Donald Trump extended his support to the country's cricket team as they began their T20 World Cup 2026 campaign in India.Posting on Truth Social, Trump wrote: I …
(2026-02-09). India's BRICS Test: Leadership in a World Divided. infobrics.org The 21st-century international relations are viewed in terms of the attrition of Western dominance and the simultaneous rise of the non-Western world. Eminent scholar Kishore Mahbubani, in his book The Asian 21st Century, highlights the return of Asian glory, driven by the huge economic and social advancement of Asian societies, especially India and China…
(2026-02-09). India To Join Pax Silica Analysis. eurasiareview.com By Ajey Lele | The politics and management of rare earth resources and critical minerals have entered a phase of intense global competition, as states increasingly recognise their strategic importance for clean energy transitions, advanced manufacturing ecosystems, and the overall maintenance of national security. | Control over critical minerals now extends much beyond physical access. It is about protecting access (in some form or other) to global geological reserves. Also, some states are ensuring dominance across processing, technology development, manufacturing and supply chains. States are advancing in p…
(2026-02-09). Australia Can't Reach Its Ambitious Climate Targets With Current Policies. Here Are 6 Things We Can Try. menafn.com (MENAFN – The Conversation) In less than ten years, Australia has to cut its emissions 62 75% below 2005 levels. Given reductions in emissions over the past 20 years, that translates to cutting …
(2026-02-09). Another rat has abandoned Starmer's sinking ship this time the comms chief. thecanary.co 
As we reported on 8 February, Keir Starmer's chief-of-staff Morgan McSweeney resigned in disgrace. What is it they say about rats and sinking ships? Tim Allen — Blairite leaving the Labour right sinking ship. When self-serving careerists like Allen are crying off, you know Starmer is finished. The writing is on the wall. — Simone […] | By
(2026-02-09). Call For Write-Ups: When Global Environmental Governance Displaces Local Wisdom In Halmahera And Amazon. menafn.com (MENAFN – The Conversation) Across resource-rich regions, weak governance and limited transparency determine who profits from extraction and who bears the environmental and social costs.In …
(2026-02-09). Misplaced negativity blocks social progress. independentaustralia.net 
(2026-02-09). The Guthrie kidnapping, the US media and the thousands of ICE abductions. wsws.org This is a frightening and tragic situation for the Guthrie family, no doubt affecting dozens of people at this point and perhaps for the rest of their lives.
(2026-02-09). Lebanon Suffers Israeli Chemical Attacks while Planning Elections. globalresearch.ca Lebanese authorities have reported a chemical attack on February 1 carried out by Israeli aircraft over southern Lebanon, targeting forested and agricultural areas near the border. The attack caused environmental, health, and security concerns. | The laboratory analysis confirmed Israel had …
(2026-02-09). What Iran Teaches Us About Minneapolis. fpif.org My mother missed her flight out of Tehran on a Wednesday the same week that Israel launched its war against Iran on a Friday. The conflict ended 12 days later, following a Sunday
(2026-02-09). The bitter choice for Indonesian sailors abandoned off Africa. scmp.com Abandoned for months on their fishing boat off West Africa, Indonesian sailor Surono and his shipmates face a dilemma: return home without almost a year's wages or stay on the docked vessel. | He is among a growing number of migrant workers abandoned by shipowners, who flout their obligations and desert crews without paying the salaries owed.
(2026-02-09). Head of Belarusian medical team assesses medical effort at Olympic Games. eng.belta.by Doctors at the Olympics are no less important than coaches and technical support staff. While their work may not be as visible to spectators or as interesting to journalists, it is indispensable.
(2026-02-09). Paul's Proto-Madkhalism: The Hypocrisy of Christians Criticizing Dhimmi Status. muslimskeptic.com In recent years, largely in connection with geopolitical agendas involving Israel, the concept of the dhimmi has been revived in popular discourse, often in some simplified or polemical form. Historically, dhimmi status referred to non-Muslim subjects, primarily Jews and Christians (collectively known as ahl al-kitab, i.e., "People of the Book"), living under Islamic governance. In …
(2026-02-09). Ukraine-Russia war in 2026 where do we now stand? onlineopinion.com.au Four years in, Ukraine's war looks less like a turning point than a test of endurance, diplomacy, and winter survival. January 2026 tells the story.
(2026-02-09). Cherry blossom festival in Yongfu town celebrates agricultural innovation and cultural exchange. ecns.cn The iconic "tea-green and cherry-red" landscape of Yongfu town in Zhangping, East China's Fujian province, reached its peak aesthetic over the weekend as the annual cherry blossom cultural tourism festival officially commenced.
(2026-02-09). What Prince William's First Solo Visit To Riyadh Signals For UK-Saudi Ties Analysis. eurasiareview.com By Jonathan Gornall | Prince William's arrival in Riyadh on Monday will be a reaffirmation of the special bond between the monarchies of Britain and Saudi Arabia that was forged in the early days of the reign of his grandmother, Queen Elizabeth II, and which has flourished ever since. | But for the 43-year-old prince, heir apparent to the British throne, his first official visit to the Kingdom will also be imbued with an element of personal poignancy. | William will be following in the footsteps of his mother, the late Diana, Princess of Wales, who visited Saudi Arabia 40 years ago during a nine-day tour of th…
(2026-02-09). Super Bowl 2026: Seahawks ride defence, Walker to beat Patriots. aljazeera.com Seattle Seahawks produce a dominant defensive display to outmuscle the New England Patriots 29-13.
(2026-02-09). Katakwi Residents Request Routine Net Distribution and Indoor Spraying. plusnews.ug 
Residents of Namule, Igola, and Angorom, Getom Sub-county in Katakwi District, have called on the government to conduct routine indoor residual spraying and redistribute mosquito nets, citing a surge in mosquitoes in swampy areas such as Micoka and Aibapet. According to residents, including Abdalah Okeris, malaria remains the leading cause of disease and death, particularly …
(2026-02-09). 6 Reasons Why The Doomsday Clock Is At 80-Year Low. ummid.com The famous Doomsday Clock was created in 1947, and reset every year by the Bulletin's Science and Security Board in consultation with the Board of Sponsors, including eight Nobel laureates.
(2026-02-09). China's soft power on the rise, survey finds. ecns.cn China is increasingly recognized not only as a rising economic power, but also as a partner capable of delivering tangible benefits and contributing to a stable future for the world, according to global surveys and experts.
(2026-02-09). The growing Saudi-UAE power struggle in the Horn of Africa. newarab.com 
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(2026-02-09). Nigeria: ISWAP Turns To Armed Drones. eurasiareview.com In mid-January, Nigerian troops serving in Operation Hadin Kai raided an Islamic State West Africa Province hideout in the Timbuktu Triangle in Borno State. As the troops advanced on the base, armed drones attacked them. | A new report by The Premium Times news outlet suggests that terrorist group, also known as ISWAP, plans to increase its use of armed drones against Nigerian military forces in the northeast. The report appeared as Nigerian troops are increasing pressure on ISWAP across Borno, Yobe and Adamawa states. On several occasions in January, troops fought with ISWAP forces and cleared abandoned hideo…
(2026-02-09). Meet Aliya Rahman, Disabled U.S. Citizen Assaulted, Jailed & Traumatized by ICE in Minneapolis. democracynow.org 
We speak with Aliya Rahman, a U.S. citizen who was violently dragged from her car by federal immigration officers in Minneapolis last month and detained at the Whipple Federal Building, which has become the epicenter of the government's immigration crackdown in the city. Rahman says she repeatedly told agents she was disabled and had a brain injury, but they ignored her pleas for medical attention or other accommodation. "I was taken out of that place unconscious," says Rahman, who describes lasting injuries and trauma from her detention. Rahman was not charged with any crime. "What I saw…
(2026-02-09). Police Attack Anti-Herzog Protesters in Sydney. consortiumnews.com UPDATED: After protesters stopped trying to march, police horses charged the crowd to clear the front of Sydney Town Hall on Monday. CN was caught in the mayhem. By Joe Lauria in Sydney, Australia Special to Consortium News Police in…
(2026-02-09). Is trip to Washington a game of persuasion or an attempt at coordination? haaretz.com Several high-level Israeli visits to the U.S. may indicate close operational and intelligence coordination between countries, but it seems the U.S. will not carry out an attack on Iran before it has exhausted diplomatic options. So how much does Israel really have a say in Washington's methods?
(2026-02-09). China showcases 250 artifacts in first comprehensive exhibition on China's earliest dynasty. ecns.cn China on Saturday opened its first comprehensive national exhibition dedicated to the Xia Dynasty, widely regarded as the country's earliest dynasty. The exhibition will bring together more than 250 cultural relics from 31 museums and research institutions across the country.
(2026-02-09). New Zealand mosque shooter tells court mental health forced him to plead guilty. geo.tv 
Brenton Tarrant, the gunman who shot and killed worshippers in the Christchurch mosque attacks, listens as Crown prosecutor Mark Zarifeh delivers his submission during Tarrant's sentencing at the High Court in Christchurch, New Zealand, August 27, 2020. — ReutersDid not have "mental…
(2026-02-09). Special Economic Zone oversight visit to assess functionality and operations. sanews.gov.za Special Economic Zone oversight visit to assess functionality and operations | Trade, Industry and Competition Deputy Minister Alexandra Abrahams conducted official oversight visits at the Freeport Saldanha Industrial Development Zone (IDZ) and the Atlantis Special Economic Zone (SEZ) in the Western Cape. | The visits were aimed at assessing the functionality and operational realities within South Africa's industrial and special economic zones ahead of the Parliamentary Portfolio Committee for Trade, Industry and Competition engagement on the IDZs and SEZs. | Abrahams explained that the recent visits were intende…
(2026-02-09). EC police welcomes life sentences for the murder of four people. sanews.gov.za EC police welcomes life sentences for the murder of four people | The South African Police Service (SAPS) in the Eastern Cape has welcomed the sentencing of 16 accused to life imprisonment for the brutal killing of four people at Ndindwa Village in Debenek. | They were sentenced on Friday in the Bhisho High Court. | The incident took place on 31 December 2022. Community members allegedly held a meeting and decided to take the law into their own hands against people they suspected of stealing electricity cables and terrorising residents. | Four people were identified, taken from their homes, assaulted, tied up an…
(2026-02-09). Seattle Seahawks Win Super Bowl LX As Fans Label It The Most Boring Ever. newsone.com 
(2026-02-09). Reach A Hand Uganda rolls out campaign to raise awareness on healthy sleep among learners. independent.co.ug 
Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Owing to growing concerns about poor sleeping habits and their link to mental health challenges among learners, Reach A Hand Uganda has embarked on a campaign to raise awareness about the importance of sleep among adolescents, particularly students. The Quality Sleep Campaign seeks to sensitise the public through mass media, …
(2026-02-09). New Zealand government defends social inequality on Waitangi Day. wsws.org In the lead-up to New Zealand's national day, Prime Minister Christopher Luxon denounced socialism and equality, and Deputy PM David Seymour declared that poor and homeless people were "living like kings and queens."
(2026-02-09). False, New York Times, Climate Change Doesn't Cause Both Extreme Heat and Extreme Cold. wattsupwiththat.com Gelles should acknowledge that the scientific expectation in a warming world has long been for fewer cold extremes. Observations largely confirm that expectation. The idea of warming "fueling" cold extremes may play better into the narrative that humans are causing dangerous climate extremes and wild weather swings, but it is factually wrong.
(2026-02-09). Greece's "Blue Homeland-Mavi Vatan". Complaint to the USA. globalresearch.ca The regulation (H.R. 3307 — Eastern Mediterranean Gateway Act), which was recently voted in the US Congress and aims to institutionalize defense, energy and security cooperation between Greece, the Greek Cypriot Administration of Southern Cyprus and Israel in the Eastern …
(2026-02-09). BREAKING: CDC Study Finds COVID Shots Increase the Risk of a Leading Cause of Maternal and Fetal Death by 24%. globalresearch.ca A
(2026-02-09). Deputy Minister hands over title deeds to beneficiaries in Bethlehem. sanews.gov.za Deputy Minister hands over title deeds to beneficiaries in Bethlehem | Deputy Minister in the Presidency Nonceba Mhlauli says the handover of title deeds to residents of Bethlehem in the Free State, presents an opportunity to correct injustices of the past. ⚪ "It represents security. It represents opportunity. And it represents a decisive step toward correcting the injustices of our past while building a more inclusive and productive future," Mhlauli said on Monday. ⚪ The Deputy Minister said this at the handing over of title deeds in Bethlehem where she joined the Minister of Land Reform and Rural Development,…
(2026-02-09). Residents of north Lebanon city lose neighbours, livelihoods in building collapse. al-monitor.com Rubble is all that remains of the building once home to Adnan Mardash's grocery shop in north Lebanon's Tripoli after it collapsed, killing 14 people and shining a spotlight on the impoverished city's neglect.Mardash, 54, said he shut the small ground-floor store where he worked for more than three decades and went to his nearby home shortly before the disaster on Sunday afternoon."Our neighbours and loved ones died… people lost their livelihoods," said the father of four, who has no other income.
(2026-02-09). Al-Nassr defeats Al-Ittihad as Ronaldo's protest continues. ummid.com Al-Nassr Saudi FC Friday February 06, 2026 defeated Al-Ittihad 2-0 in a tight clash but the Saudi Pro League match is in news more because of the absence of its Skipper Cristiano Ronaldo.
(2026-02-09). Su Yiming earns China's 1st medal at Milan-Cortina Games as difficulty spikes in big air. ecns.cn China's freestyle skiing star Eileen Gu crashed early in her first qualifying run and finished with just 1.26 points Saturday. She regrouped in her second attempt, delivering a composed and consistent run to score 75.30 points, safely advancing to the final.
(2026-02-09). América somos todos: El mensaje Bad Bunny con banderas en el show de medio tiempo del Super Bowl 2026. cubadebate.cu °Histórico! El cantante Benito Antonio Martínez Ocasio, mejor conocido como Bad Bunny, se presentó en el Super Bowl 2026 y dejó un mensaje claro: "Todos somos América". No fue solo un show de medio tiempo: fue un mensaje lanzado al corazón de millones de latinos que desde el televisor, en el estadio o en la misma ciudad conectaron con el interprete de "Baile Inolvidable".
(2026-02-09). Serie Nacional de Béisbol: Matanzas a la final tras cierre de película ante Industriales. cubadebate.cu El décimo inning puso los pelos de punta a los seguidores de ambos conjuntos, por la regla de desempate los leones fabricaron dos carreras y se puso a tres out de la victoria. Los matanceros con gran convicción salieron a ganar y dejaron al campo a los azules con jonrón de José Amaury Noroña limpiando las bases.
(2026-02-09). México envía a Cuba más de 800 toneladas de ayuda humanitaria. cubadebate.cu Sheinbaum sostuvo el viernes último que México enviaría ayuda humanitaria a Cuba a más tardar mañana, mientras continuaban los trabajos diplomáticos para suministrar petróleo, tras la amenaza de Washington de aplicar aranceles a países que envíen crudo a la mayor de las Antillas.