(2026-02-15). Open to compromises to reach nuclear deal with US: Iranian minister. geo.tv 
Iranian flag flies in front of the UN office building, housing IAEA headquarters in Vienna, Austria. — Reuters/FileSecond round of nuclear talks due on Tuesday: Iran minister.Majid Takht-Ravanchi says initial talks went in a positive direction.Rules out Tehran's acceptance…
(2026-02-15). Iran has more Options up its sleeve than Trump and Netanyahu Assume. juancole.com ( To that end, Netanyahu visited Washington this week to join Trump's Board of Peace, the newly created US mechanism to settle the war in…
(2026-02-15). Arundhati Roy boycotts Berlinale 2026 in solidarity with Gaza. ummid.com Author Arundhati Roy has pulled out of the 76th annual Berlin International Film Festival, usually called the Berlinale, following the comments reportedly made by members of the festival jury regarding Gaza, Palestine.
(2026-02-15). 'Not just killing, we're raping too': Israeli soldier's confessions shock. albawaba.com ALBAWABA – An American streamer posted a video of a conversation with an Israeli soldier in Gaza, in which the latter said shocking details about Israeli actions in the war-torn Palestinian city.The American streamer, named Jeff Davidson, starts by asking the soldier if he was Israeli and Jewish. The army member responded, "Yes, yes." Then the soldier is asked, "What is IDF?" "Israel Defense Force," the soldier answered, adding that he is currently in the Gaza Strip, then he offered the American YouTuber to show him Gaza through his camera."Don't be surprised, there is no house here," the IDF soldier said before…
(2026-02-15). Israeli forces kill nine Palestinians in Gaza, attack southern Lebanon. aljazeera.com Medical sources say Israeli forces killed five Palestinians in southern Khan Younis and four in northern al-Faluja.
(2026-02-15). Thursday 2/26: Power Half Hour for Gaza. indybay.org Zoom | http: //jvp.org/gazaph…
(2026-02-15). LIVE: Israel kills 10 Palestinians in Gaza in 24 hours. aljazeera.com The killings add to the death toll of 601 since October 10 'ceasefire' that Israel has violated more than 1,600 times.
(2026-02-15). New Massacres in Gaza: 9 Martyred Overnight as 'Israel' Continues Violation of Ceasefire. english.almanar.com.lb Israeli occupation forces committed two new massacres against civilians in the northern and southern Gaza Strip early Sunday morning, resulting in the deaths of nine Palestinians. These attacks coincided with widespread demolition and destruction operations, continuing Israel's violation of the ceasefire agreement signed on October 11th. Four Palestinians were martyred and others wounded in an …
(2026-02-15). 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.
(2026-02-15). Friday 2/20: Calling Party for Gaza. indybay.org Zoom | www.codepink.org/cp220…
(2026-02-15). Medical sources in Gaza: 9 martyrs in Israeli raids outside the occupation's deployment areas in Jabalia and Khan Yunis since dawn. english.almanar.com.lb
(2026-02-15). Israel Still Throttling Medical Supplies to Gaza: "The Fungus is Eating Her Face" juancole.com
(2026-02-15). Death toll in overnight IDF strikes on Gaza Strip rises to ten, Hamas-run Ministry says. haaretz.com
(2026-02-15). Intellectual center, harmless radicalism, and the Chomsky question. unitedworldint.com What we should be after is how imperialism metabolizes critique. By Cemil Gà∂zel The debate sparked by Noam Chomsky's ties to Jeffrey Epstein has been framed in some circles as a moral scandal. But the issue runs much deeper than that. When you think about the intellectual persona Chomsky built on his critiques of imperialism, …
(2026-02-15). Epstein Files Expose Ugly Lifestyle of Powerful and Immunity They Enjoy. ummid.com Epstein files not only reveal an entrenched criminal network of perverted ruling elites and rotten capitalist socialites with an inhuman sexual appetite for young girls, but also expose their power, influence, and lack of accountability.
(2026-02-15). Statement on Cuba from the National Conference of Black Lawyers. radiohc.cu February 11, 2026 | NCBL CONDEMNS THE TRUMP ADMINISTRATION'S UNLAWFUL ACTIONS TO CHOKE THE LIFE OUT OF CUBA! | National Conference of Black Lawyers (NCBL) joins the chorus of voices of organizations, including National Network on Cuba (NNOC), American Association of Jurists (AAJ), December 12th Movement (D12), and International Association of Democratic Lawyers (IADL), decrying the heightened militaristic threats and unprovoked attacks on nations in the Caribbean, most notably Venezuela and the threatened attack on Cuba. The terms of the most recent executive order imposing tariffs on countries that supply oil an…
(2026-02-15). Combatientes que enfrentaron agresión yanqui en Venezuela participan en encuentro en Academia de la Policía. radiohc.cu 
La Dirección General de la Policía Nacional Revolucionaria (PNR) desarrolló un significativo intercambio en la Academia ´Mártires de Tarará ª con combatientes que enfrentaron la agresión yanqui contra República Bolivariana de Venezuela, el pasado 3 de enero. | Como parte del homenaje, los presentes guardaron un minuto de silencio en memoria de los 32 combatientes caídos honrosamente en el cumplimiento del deber, seguido de la proyección del material audiovisual ´Honor y Gloria ª de la Dirección Política del MININT. | Las conmovedoras entrevistas, emocionaron a los asistentes y abrieron paso…
(2026-02-15). Con remontada histórica: Navegantes del Magallanes se corona campeón de la Serie de las Américas. cubadebate.cu La Serie de las Américas 2026 tiene nuevo monarca: Navegantes del Magallanes. El campeón venezolano no pudo lograrlo de otra manera, sino con una remontada. Así, Venezuela se estrenó por todo lo alto en su primera participación en la Serie de las Américas.
(2026-02-15). With Western Alaska Salmon Runs Weak, Managers Set Limits On The Pollock Fleet's Chum Bycatch. eurasiareview.com By Yereth Rosen | ( The North Pacific Fishery Management Council on Wednesday voted in favor of
(2026-02-15). PM Modi invited to attend Tarique Rahman's swearing-in as Bangladesh ushers in new political chapter. ptcnews.tv PTC Web Desk: Prime Minister Narendra Modi has been invited to attend the swearing-in ceremony of Bangladesh's newly elected Prime Minister, Tarique Rahman, following his party's emphatic victory in the country's first general election since the ouster of Sheikh Hasina.Rahman, leader of the Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP), is scheduled to take oath on February 17. The invitation to India was extended by Chief Adviser of the interim government, Muhammad Yunus. India is among 13 nations invited to the ceremony, alongside China, Saudi Arabia, Pakistan, Turkey, the United Arab Emirates, Qatar, Malaysia, Brunei, S…
(2026-02-15). Fujian villages bear witness to changes. ecns.cn From 1997 to 1999, relocation efforts promoted by Xi, then deputy secretary of the Fujian Provincial Committee of the CPC, brought Jiang and more than 500 other boat-dwelling households ashore.
(2026-02-15). Palestinian NGO condemns Ben-Gvir's Palestinian prisoners video. newarab.com 
A Palestinian NGO has denounced what it called an Just days before the start of the Muslim holy month of Ramadan, Ben Gvir held a tour of Ofer Prison in the In f…
(2026-02-15). U.S. Backs Deeper Defense Cooperation With Armenia. eurasiareview.com Armenia's Ministry of Defense said that on February 13, Defense Minister Suren Papikyan received David Allen, Chargé d'Affaires of the U.S. Embassy in Armenia. The minister congratulated him on assuming office and wished him success in his mission. | During the meeting, the sides discussed issues related to Armenia—U.S. cooperation in the defense sector. David Allen expressed the United States' readiness to further develop defense cooperation with Armenia, as well as its support for Armenia's defense reform process. | Suren Papikyan underlined the importance of Armenia—U.S. cooperation at a time wh…
(2026-02-15). Fasting From What's Eating Our Consecration OpEd. eurasiareview.com I am stuck on why we have made fasting so narrow. We talk about giving up food for a few days, maybe coffee during Lent, and call it spiritual discipline. But what if we are missing the bigger picture? What if fasting was never just about what we put in our mouths but about what we allow to consume our hearts and minds? | Scripture paints a much broader canvas. When Ezra needed God's guidance for a dangerous journey, he called for a fast. When Daniel wanted to strengthen his prayers, he fasted. When Esther faced annihilation, fasting became her battle strategy. These were not people counting calories or cleans…
(2026-02-15). 'Clown show': Obama reacts to Trump sharing racist monkey video. aljazeera.com Without mentioning Trump by name, Obama says a majority of Americans 'find this behavior deeply troubling'.
(2026-02-15). UK drug dealer jailed for rigging house with 'Home Alone' traps. albawaba.com 
ALBAWABA – A UK drug dealer identified as 60-year-old Ian Claughton recently made headlines after he was jailed for rigging his house with 'Home Alone' booby traps to prevent the entrance of possible intruders.According to The Guardian, aside from rigging his house with booby traps, the 60-year-old was also jailed for seven years over several drugs and firearms offences in November. Claughton stood trial at Doncaster Crown Court, where he was found guilty alongside his ex-wife, Lesley Claughton, who was sentenced to 21 months.The couple were accused of trading cannabis, growing and supplying the drug across three…
(2026-02-15). Xi extends Chinese New Year greetings to ring in Year of Horse. ecns.cn Chinese President Xi Jinping, also general secretary of the Communist Party of China (CPC) Central Committee and chairman of the Central Military Commission, delivers a speech at a reception to usher in the Chinese New Year at the Great Hall of the People in Beijing, capital of China, Feb. 14, 2026.
(2026-02-15). Chinese leaders extend Spring Festival greetings to retired senior officials. ecns.cn President Xi Jinping and other Chinese leaders have visited or entrusted others to visit retired senior officials to extend greetings ahead of the Spring Festival, which falls on Feb. 17 this year.
(2026-02-15). Chinese robots and culture converge at UN's Year of the Horse celebration. ecns.cn A robotic lion dancer, a panda-shaped robot and three humanoid dancing robots took center stage at a Chinese New Year gala hosted by the United Nations Chinese Book Club at UN headquarters in New York on Thursday.
(2026-02-15). (W.E. Talk) Chinese, Japanese experts warn Japan's military buildup could push the country to the brink of danger. ecns.cn Japanese politics continues to show a right-leaning trend, with the government taking frequent actions in the realm of security policy. Speaking on China News Network's "W.E. Talk" program, Chen Yang, a young scholar specializing in Japanese affairs and a visiting research fellow at Liaoning University's Institute of Japan Studies, warned that Japan's recent military buildup has steadily eroded its long-standing "exclusively defense-oriented posture," posing a growing threat to regional security.
(2026-02-15). Ramadan 2026 Moon sighting in Saudi Arabia Tuesday. ummid.com The Saudi Royal Court has asked local citizens to spot and report if any the New Moon of Ramadan 2026 (Ramadan 1447) — The Holy Month of Fasting, on Tuesday 29th of Shaban 1447 AH corresponding to February 17, 2026.
(2026-02-15). 10 big things about China you should not miss (Feb. 8 – Feb. 14). ecns.cn At a regular press briefing, Foreign Ministry spokesperson Lin Jian said China had noted reports that U.S. Under Secretary for Arms Control and International Security Thomas G. DiNanno urged China to participate in "multilateral talks" on nuclear arms control and strategic stability and alleged that China carried out "nuclear explosive tests" in June 2020, while outlining U.S. proposals on nuclear arms control at the Conference on Disarmament in Geneva.
(2026-02-15). Team China stays resilient after a disappointing night. ecns.cn Chinese short-track speed skater Liu Shaoang competes in the men's 1,500m Final A at the Milano-Cortina 2026 Winter Olympics on Saturday."It was a regret tonight that we got blocked and then taken down when we were gaining on fast," a calm Liu said of the crash after the 1,500m Final A.
(2026-02-15). Cuban Bishops Postpone Vatican Visit Amid Worsening National Crisis. eurasiareview.com By Eduardo Berdejo | The Catholic bishops of Cuba announced Thursday that they have asked Pope Leo XIV to postpone their upcoming visit to Rome due to the country's grave situation, which is generating "so much instability and uncertainty." | The bishops had been scheduled to meet Pope Leo XIV on Feb. 20 as part of their periodic "ad limina" visit, which was set to begin Monday, Feb. 16. During such visits, bishops also customarily pray at the four major papal basilicas and meet with various Vatican dicasteries. | However, in a statement on Feb. 12, the bishops' conference said that "given the worsening socioe…
(2026-02-15). Mohammad Deepak: A Glare Of Hope In A Charged Situation. ummid.com One hopes and wishes we see more of people like Harsh Manders and 'Mohammad Deepak' who represent the true idea of India.
(2026-02-15). (W.E. Talk) Japan should reflect on history and repair relations with China: experts. ecns.cn Japan's House of Representatives election results announced on Feb. 9 delivered victory for the ruling bloc. The Liberal Democratic Party (LDP) secured 316 seats, surpassing the two-thirds threshold on its own, while the ruling coalition with Nippon Ishin no Kai expanded the ruling majority to 352 seats. Incumbent Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi is widely expected to secure re-election as prime minister when the parliament convenes on Feb. 18.
(2026-02-15). European allies say Navalny was poisoned by dart frog toxin. newarab.com 
Five European allies on Saturday blamed In a joint statement,
(2026-02-15). Wednesday 3/4: Intersections of Climate Change: Fire, Settlements, and Stewardship in the Santa Cruz Mountains. indybay.org Institute of the Arts and Sciences, 100 Panetta Avenue, Santa Cruz…
(2026-02-15). Mission High UESF Educators Celebrate Strike Victory With Students, Parents & Supporters. indybay.org Teachers, students and parents celebrated the end of the strike at Mission High in San Francisco and talked about their victory.
(2026-02-15). California Grants Endangered Species Protections to Imperiled Mountain Lions. indybay.org SACRAMENTO, Calif., February 12, 2026 — The California Fish and Game Commission granted permanent protections today to Southern California and Central Coast mountain lions under the state Endangered Species Act.
(2026-02-15). Monday 2/16: No Monday: Weekly Protest at Tesla in San Francisco. indybay.org At the Tesla Dealership, 999 Van Ness (corner of Van Ness and O'Farrell), San Francisco…
(2026-02-15). Barack Obama blasts 'clown show' after Trump's racist monkey video. scmp.com Former US president Barack Obama criticised a lack of shame and decorum in the country's political discourse, responding on Saturday for the first time to a post on Donald Trump's social media account that depicted him and his wife Michelle as monkeys. | The video shared on Trump's Truth Social account on February 5 sparked censure across the US political spectrum, with the White House initially rejecting "fake outrage" only to then blame…
(2026-02-15). From Yiwu to Global: How creative pet products win over global merchants. ecns.cn A woman entrepreneur in Yiwu strives to innovate, bringing creative pet products to the rest of the world. Click the video to discover what makes Yiwu's pet creations so impressive!
(2026-02-15). Gunmen kill at least 32 people in northern Nigeria, residents say. aljazeera.com Witnesses say the motorcycle riding gunmen attacked three communities in northern Nigeria, killing and abducting dozens.
(2026-02-15). Bitcoin Mining And The Electricity Grid: A Quiet Savior OpEd. eurasiareview.com By Joakim Book | With all eyes on the Before and during winter storms, the electricity supply becomes strained and household demand spikes—think space heate…
(2026-02-15). Cambodia intensifies nationwide crackdown on telecom fraud, advances new legislation. ecns.cn Cambodia has intensified a nationwide crackdown on telecom and online fraud, repatriating thousands of foreign nationals and pushing forward new legislation to strengthen its legal framework against cross-border scams.
(2026-02-15). Foreign minister pays tribute to martyr of Cuban diplomacy. radiohc.cu Cuban Foreign Minister Bruno Rodríguez has paid tribute to Leandro Sandrino, who died in combat in Angola 50 years ago today and is considered a martyr of Cuban diplomacy. | "We remember Leandro Sandrino Izquierdo on the 50th anniversary of his death in combat while on an internationalist mission in Angola," the Cuban foreign minister stated. | "Revolutionary Diplomacy will continue to be faithful to the legacy of patriotism, solidarity, and internationalism of the martyrs of the Cuban Ministry of Foreign Affairs (@CubaMINREX)," Bruno Rodríguez added. | Leandro Sandrino Izquierdo fell on the battlefield on Februa…
(2026-02-15). Saturday 2/14: No Love for ICE! No Love for Flock! indybay.org Fairyland sign, Oakland…
(2026-02-15). Minimum income requirements exclude poor people from affordable housing. indybay.org Many People Are Homeless and Unhoused In The Bay Area Because "Minimum Income Requirements" In Many So-Called Affordable Housing Projects, Exclude Poor People From Their Projects.
(2026-02-15). In Pictures: Setting Own Home on Fire, Cries of People as Dalmandi Bulldozed. ummid.com A Muslim trader poured petrol and set his own home on fire, and people cried for justice as local administration carried demolition drive in Dalmandi Market of Varanasi Monday February 09, 2026.
(2026-02-15). Jaishankar's straight talk in Munich, prioritises energy security over politics amid US-India deal. hindustantimes.com External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar has firmly rejected claims that India's strategic autonomy has been compromised amid reports of reduced Russian oil imports following a new trade framework with the United States. Speaking at the Munich Security Conference alongside German Foreign Minister Johann Wadephul, Jaishankar stressed that India remains "very much wedded to strategic autonomy." Responding to questions about U.S. President Donald Trump's remarks on oil purchases and tariff cuts, he said India continues to make independent decisions based on national interest. The statement comes as debates intensify…
(2026-02-15). LIVE: India vs Pakistan — T20 World Cup. aljazeera.com Follow our live build-up, with toss, team news and analysis, ahead of our text commentary stream of the Group A clash.
(2026-02-15). Brazil wins first gold medal for South America at Winter Olympics. aljazeera.com Brazil became the first South American country to win gold at the Winter Olympics.
(2026-02-15). Assala and Ebru Gàºnde≈ü dazzle Riyadh stage, Gàºnde≈ü Commands huge fee. albawaba.com 
ALBAWABA – Assala and Ebru Gàºnde≈ü mesmerize audience with unforgettable Riyadh concert performance.Assala and Ebru Gàºnde≈ü wowed the crowd with a performance that will be remembered by art fans and future generations for a long time after the sixth season of Riyadh Season's musical concerts ended. His Excellency Turki Al-Sheikh, Chairman of the Board of Directors of the General Entertainment Authority, supported and oversaw the show. Rotana Music Group planned and oversaw the event.Assala's career reached a significant turning point with the show at the Mohammed Abdo Arena[mdash…
(2026-02-15). Comicomment: One step from the fall. ecns.cn Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi recently stated on a television program that she is "trying to create an environment" to visit the notorious Yasukuni Shrine, a site that commemorates 14 convicted Class-A war criminals from WWII. This alarming rhetoric reveals not only a disregard for historical justice but also the intentions of Japan's right wing to revive a militarist past.
(2026-02-15). JD.com recovers most goods stolen from Paris warehouse. ecns.cn JD.com said that the majority of goods stolen from one of its warehouses in France late last year have been recovered, The Paper reported Saturday.
(2026-02-15). Country sees strong rebound in FDI. ecns.cn Net inflows of foreign direct investment to China quadrupled in 2025 according to balance-of-payments data, official figures showed on Friday, signaling a structural improvement in inbound investment and renewed confidence in China's long-term growth prospects.
(2026-02-15). Friday 3/6: International Day: Stop Fascist Misogyny! Resistance & Action Weekend. indybay.org SF Bay Area, California, and throughout the U.S. and world…
(2026-02-15). Who is àÅngela Vergara? Colombian congresswoman cheered ICE raids, cries after her son is taken. albawaba.com 
ALBAWABA – àÅngela Vergara, a Colombian congresswoman, appeared in a video crying after federal officers took her son.In the clip shared on Feb. 13, Vergara was seen with tears along her cheeks while announcing that her son was taken by ICE members in the United States.The American Congresswoman denounced last Friday that her son, Rafael Alfonso Vergara, has been detained for 18 days by the Immigration and Customs Enforcement Service (ICE) in "inhumane conditions"."A young man who doesn't even have a traffic violation, but who, like many Colombians, is living a nightmare, unable to return to his country, an…
(2026-02-15). Sunday 2/15: Veg. Potluck & Celebrate Dave 70th Birthday! indybay.org Whiskey Hill Farms | 371 Calabasas Road, Watsonville, CA 95076…
(2026-02-15). Europe's Munich Moment: Rhetoric, Reality, And The Limits Of Autonomy Analysis. eurasiareview.com At this year's Munich Security Conference, European leaders presented a strikingly unified message: the continent must reduce its dependence on the United States and assume greater responsibility for its own security. The language was sharper than in past years. The ambition was no longer confined to diplomatic subtext. Yet the gap between rhetoric and capacity remains vast. Munich revealed not a strategic rupture with Washington, but a recalibration — and an unresolved tension at the heart of Europe's quest for autonomy. | A New Assertiveness: | The signals were unmistakable. Kaja Kallas propose…
(2026-02-15). Xi sends congratulatory message to 39th African Union Summit. ecns.cn Chinese President Xi Jinping on Saturday sent a congratulatory message to Joao Lourenco, rotating African Union (AU) chairperson and Angolan president, and Mahmoud Ali Youssouf, chairperson of the AU Commission, extending warm congratulations to African countries and people over the 39th AU Summit.
(2026-02-15). Application for NCET ITEP April 2026 Starts. ummid.com The National Testing Agency (NTA) has started online registration and application process for the National Common Entrance Test (NCET 2026) conducted for admission in Integrated Teacher Education Program (ITEP).
(2026-02-15). Nigeria's Argungu fishing contest returns after years of pause. aljazeera.com Traditional fishing methods shine at Argungu's iconic festival, preserving heritage and boosting local economy.
(2026-02-15). Opposition plans no-confidence motion against Speaker Om Birla. ummid.com The Congress, Samajwadi Party (SP) and other opposition parties are considering moving a no-confidence motion against Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla.
(2026-02-15). 49 homicides in 45 days: Two young men shot to death in Nazareth and the Negev. haaretz.com Saturday's murders bring the total homicide rate so far this year to 49, 44 of which come from Arab society. Between Wednesday and Thursday, six members of Arab communities were killed in 24 hours…
(2026-02-15). New Zealand catches flak for 'secret' US critical minerals talks. scmp.com New Zealand's government has come under fire for keeping its talks with the United States over critical minerals under wraps, as opposition parties level accusations of secrecy amid mounting concern about environmental damage and foreign influence. | Analysts say Wellington is reluctant to promote any formal agreement with Washington or invite public debate on the issue, even as both governments have confirmed that they are "exploring further opportunities" on critical minerals cooperation.
(2026-02-15). (W.E. Talk) Expert: Repairing China-Japan ties after election a test for Tokyo's diplomacy. ecns.cn Domestically, the long-term economic stagnation, rising prices, and depreciation of the yen have created a compounded negative effect. On the international front, issues such as how to repair China-Japan relations and maintain the stability in the Japan-U.S. alliance have become unavoidable challenges for the Japanese government.
(2026-02-15). Thousands March on City Hall in Support of Iranian Crown Prince's Global Day of Action. lataco.com Reza Pahlavi, son of the former Shah, has publicly supported and called for protests in Iran and abroad to support regime change against the Islamic Republic.
(2026-02-15). In a First, Bengaluru Organises Ramadan Book Fair. ummid.com The first edition of the Ramadan Book Fair was held on 7th and 8th February at Beary's Amity, Bengaluru.
(2026-02-15). Friday 2/27: Seaside: Whistlemania! Workshop. indybay.org Monterey Peace and Justice Center, 1364 Fremont Blvd, Seaside, CA 93955…
(2026-02-15). NewsX World (India) yesterday afternoon interview : Mark Rutte Reports Russia's Oil Revenue Collapses While Troop Losses Mount. gilbertdoctorow.com Yes, indeed, NATO Secretary General speaking in the context of the ongoing Munich Security Conference has gleefully declared that Russia is experiencing "crazy losses" of 65,000 soldiers killed or wounded in the past two months and that the Russian economy is reeling from a one-third loss of oil export revenues. These words are meant to …
(2026-02-15). Missing continous assesment scores lock 1,191 UCE candidates out of higher education. independent.co.ug 
Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | A total of 1,191 candidates who sat the 2025 Uganda Certificate of Education (UCE) examinations will not receive their certificates, effectively blocking their progression to higher levels of education, the Uganda National Examinations Board (UNEB) has revealed. The affected candidates, representing 0.28 per cent of the total candidature, were …
(2026-02-15). Rubio Offers Reconciliation With Europe, On US Terms. eurasiareview.com By Kjeld Neubert | ( Rubio sought to strike a conciliatory tone, reassuring Washington's traditional allies that the US and Europe are inextricabl…
(2026-02-15). RRB CEN 06/2025 Exam Date Confirmed. ummid.com The Ministry of Railways has confirmed the examination date and schedule of the Computer Based Test 1 (CBT-1) to be conducted to fill various vacancies as notified under the RRB CEN 06/2025.
(2026-02-15). Fact Sheet: Narendra Modi and His Hindutva Politics. ummid.com Prime Minister Modi and his Hindutva politics have failed both domestically and on the international stage due to a lack of vision.
(2026-02-15). Lindsey Vonn's Swift Recovery: A Hopeful Return After Crash. devdiscourse.com U.S. skier Lindsey Vonn's health seems to be improving as she could be released from an Italian hospital as early as Sunday. Sources close to the situation reported that Vonn, who was admitted a week ago following a shocking downhill crash, is on the mend.
(2026-02-15). US military weighs sustained Iran strikes, casting shadow over diplomacy. scmp.com The US military is preparing for the possibility ‚Å of sustained, weeks-long operations against Iran if President Donald Trump orders an attack, according to two US officials, in what could become a far more serious conflict than previously seen between the countries. | The disclosure by the officials, who spoke on condition of anonymity due to the sensitive nature of the planning, raises the stakes for the diplomacy under way between the United States and Iran. US envoys Steve Witkoff and Jared…
(2026-02-15). Iranian Opposition Holds Largest Ever Protest In Europe, With 250,000 People In Munich. eurasiareview.com By Ray Furlong | Some 250,000 people have joined a demonstration in the Bavarian capital, German police told RFE/RL, in the largest ever protest in Europe by opponents of the authorities in Iran. | The Munich protest was part of a global day of action called by Reza Pahlavi, the last son of the shah of Iran who was deposed during the country's 1979 Islamic revolution. | One of numerous figures in Iran's fractious exiled opposition, he was greeted by loud cheers as he arrived. | "Today you see the horizon of victory closer than ever," he told the crowd, which he said was one of the largest gatherings of Iranian…
(2026-02-15). China upgrades Xiong'an high-tech zone to national level. ecns.cn China's State Council has approved the upgrade of the Hebei Xiong'an high-tech industrial development zone to a national-level high-tech industrial development zone, according to an official statement released on Friday.
(2026-02-15). India Boosts Ties With Oman, Malaysia, Seychelles And Sri Lanka In Major Diplomatic Push Analysis. eurasiareview.com The Indian Ocean rarely witnesses a week as packed as the last one, but the activity did not come out of thin air. India's naval diplomacy, often seen in the past as incremental or understated, suddenly revealed the scale of the foundation laid over years of humanitarian work, port access negotiations, and quiet diplomatic capital-building. What became visible was not a flurry of last-minute activism but the crest of a long strategic wave. At the heart of that wave stood Kuala Lumpur—India's first stop in a series of engagements that pulled together the entire breadth of the Indian Ocean Region (IOR).
(2026-02-15). Starmer Is Learning The Lessons Of Politics The Hard Way OpEd. eurasiareview.com By Yossi Mekelberg | Few could have foreseen that merely 17 months after Keir Starmer led the Labour Party to victory in the UK general election, winning a 174-seat majority in Parliament, that he would find himself fighting for his job. | While the British prime minister must take much of the blame for being in this situation — and in his defense, he does admit responsibility — the underlying difficulties of UK politics and society go far beyond one leader's shortcomings. The country has had six prime ministers in the past decade, which is hardly a sign of a functioning political system. Part of t…
(2026-02-15). Working Together to Respect Human Rights and Humanitarian Law. icrc.org This speech was delivered by Megan Rock, Head of the ICRC's Regional Delegation in the Pacific, at the Commonwealth Law Minister's Meeting on 11 February 2026 in Nadi, Fiji…
(2026-02-15). Bangladesh: BNP registers landslide victory in National Elections. ummid.com The Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP), projected to win over 200 of the total 300 seats in Jatiya Sangsad, has already won more than 151 seats in the Bangladesh National Elections where counting of votes are in the final stage.
(2026-02-15). JEE Main Session 1 Result 2026 Date Confirmed. ummid.com JEE Main 2026 Session 1: The National Testing Agency (NTA) has officially confirmed the new result date of JEE Main 2026 Session 1.
(2026-02-15). Trump's Push For Nuclear Tests And The Erosion Of The Nuclear Taboo Analysis. eurasiareview.com By Shravishtha Ajaykumar | In late
(2026-02-15). Barack Obama says aliens are real during podcast. albawaba.com ALBAWABA – Former US President Barack Obama recently went viral on social media after claiming that aliens are real during an interview with YouTuber and podcast host Brian Tyler Cohen, which also discussed other topics such as Trump's AI ape video and the Super Bowl. Cohen asked Obama if aliens are real, to which he replied, "They're real, but I haven't seen them. They're not being kept at Area 51. There's no underground facility… unless there's this enormous conspiracy and they hid it from the President of the United States."The YouTuber then asked Obama, "What was the first question you wanted answered when…
(2026-02-15). Religare's Bold Demerger: A Strategic Shift to Boost Growth. devdiscourse.com Religare Enterprises Ltd, backed by the Burman family, has unveiled a strategic restructuring plan to demerge its financial services and insurance businesses. This move aims to unlock shareholder value and focus on growth strategies for each sector-specific entity.
(2026-02-15). Thursday 2/26: Electroacoustic Performance and Artist Talk with the Whale Liberation Front. indybay.org Institute of the Arts and Sciences, 100 Panetta Avenue, Santa Cruz…
(2026-02-15). A rose by any other name? How one Trinidad Carnival band's intimate gesture has sparked controversy. globalvoices.org 
(2026-02-15). Bangladesh first: Dhaka's message to Islamabad and Delhi. geo.tv 
People wave flags during celebrations marking the one-year anniversary of student-led protests that led to the ousting of Bangladeshi then-Prime-Minister Sheikh Hasina, at Manik Mia Avenue, outside the parliament building, in Dhaka, Bangladesh, August 5, 2025. — ReutersWhile…
(2026-02-15). Ad Darain Education Centre Conducts 3-Day Teacher Traning Workshop. ummid.com Kolkata-based Ad Darain Education Centre successfully completed a three-day teacher traning workshop on Sunday February 8, 2026.
(2026-02-15). Comicomment: Backward road, dead end. ecns.cn Following the recent election, Japanese Prime Minister and Liberal Democratic Party (LDP) President Sanae Takaichi swiftly signaled her intention to accelerate constitutional revision, stating that she would "create an environment in which a national referendum on revising the constitution can be held as soon as possible."
(2026-02-15). Government Intensifies Scrutiny on NSOPs After Fatal LearJet Crash. devdiscourse.com The government is conducting a comprehensive examination of flight operations by non-scheduled operators after a tragic LearJet crash that claimed the life of Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar and four others. Civil Aviation Minister K Rammohan Naidu announced the study in response to increased calls for regulatory scrutiny.
(2026-02-15). 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 (…) | – |
(2026-02-15). New Zealand parliament members wish Chinese People a happy Year of the Horse. ecns.cn As the Chinese New Year approaches, New Zealand members of Parliament, led by Prime Minister Christopher Luxon, delivered their New Year greetings in Chinese, wishing the Chinese people a happy New Year, smooth progress, and the strength to gallop ahead in the Year of the Horse.
(2026-02-15). Guterres Tells AU Summit: 'This Is 2026 — Not 1946' In Push For Reform. eurasiareview.com By Vibhu Mishra | Calling for sweeping reforms of global institutions, UN Secretary-General António Guterres told African leaders on Saturday that the absence of permanent African seats on the Security Council is "indefensible," declaring: "This is 2026 — not 1946." | In a world marked by division and mistrust, he said, the African Union (AU) stands as a "flagship for multilateralism," as he addressed the 39th African Union Summit in Addis Ababa. | Mr. Guterres praised Africa's global leadership in "the struggle for justice and equality," noting that the UN-AU partnership is stronger than ever, built on…
(2026-02-15). Glass injuries on Goa beaches demand practical, incentivised remedy: DRS. ummid.com Recurring injuries from broken glass on Goa's beaches have begun to draw attention to how waste is managed after consumption.
(2026-02-15). Pennsylvania workers spend larger cut of income on employer-sponsored health benefits, new report shows. whyy.org From Philly and the Pa. suburbs to South Jersey and Delaware, what would you like WHYY News to cover? The cost of health insurance is rising across the board, even among people who get their coverage through an employer, new data shows. | Workers in states like Pennsylvania are spending a higher percentage of their paychecks for employer-sponsored health insurance than in previous years, according to A Penns…
(2026-02-15). Why millions of working Americans are hanging on the 'kill line'. ecns.cn The term "kill line" captures the financial fragility facing many American households. Data shows that around 40% of families are unable to cover an unexpected expense.
(2026-02-15). Adven Biotech: Pioneering Global Standards in Homeopathy with NABL Certification. devdiscourse.com Adven Biotech has achieved a significant milestone by becoming the first homeopathy brand in India to receive accreditation from the National Accreditation Board for Testing and Calibration Laboratories (NABL). This recognition positions the company at the forefront of India's push to enhance the credibility and quality of the Ayush healthcare sector on a global scale.
(2026-02-15). magical thinking that will further sap its school system. haaretz.com Five days of school a week instead of six? Work fewer days, provide fewer classroom hours, spend less time in school, cut the number of matriculation exams — the kids love it…
(2026-02-15). Inherit the nukes, a threat of radiation, terror, and death. indybay.org The convicted felon President Donald J. Trump wants to have nuclear bomb testing in the U.S. again.
(2026-02-15). Rohit Pawar smells conspiracy in Ajit Pawar plane crash. ummid.com Rohit Pawar, MLA and NCP (Sharad Pawar) leader, said Ajit Pawar's plane crash on January 28, 2026 was not an accident and could be a conspiracy.
(2026-02-15). Newly Developed Plastic Set To Replace Microplastics. ummid.com A Japanese research team has developed a breakthrough plastic that fully dissolves in seawater within hours — pointing toward cleaner and safer packaging.
(2026-02-15). UCU community bids farewell to Pamela Tumwebaze. independent.co.ug Mukono, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Tears flowed freely at Nkoyoyo Hall as the body of Pamela Tumwebaze was carried into the prayer venue at Uganda Christian University. Lecturers stood in silence. Students lined the pathway. Hymns filled the air. It was not just the passing of a lecturer. It was the loss of a …
(2026-02-15). Why Wargaming Matters In An Age Of Hybrid Conflict And Artificial Intelligence Analysis. eurasiareview.com States define and pursue their national interests. Inevitably, these interests collide with those of competing states, generating economic, political, and social tensions that can escalate into direct or indirect military confrontation through alliances and proxy arrangements. | Strategic management of national interests therefore requires a framework capable of producing sound courses of action under uncertainty. At the core of such a framework lies wargaming. It should not be confined to military simulation alone. | War is a multidimensional phenomenon that affects political systems, economic stability, soci…
(2026-02-15). Friday 2/27: Virtual Action Hour for Palestine. indybay.org Zoom | afsc.org/events/action-hour-palestine…
(2026-02-15). Israel A State of Exception Eyes Borders Beyond Palestine. ummid.com Israel has already created that void. In the hands of a genocidal settler-colonial society, the state of exception is a relentless nightmare that will not stop at the borders of Palestine.
(2026-02-15). Germany's Nuclear Red Line Must Hold OpEd. eurasiareview.com Europe's security debate has entered dangerous territory. Russia's war in Ukraine grinds into a fourth year, pounding cities and power grids. NATO's eastern flank braces for the next strike. President Donald Trump warns allies to "pay up or fend for yourselves." And in Berlin, Chancellor Friedrich Merz has begun to flirt with an idea once unthinkable: revisiting Germany's post1945 renunciation of nuclear weapons. | This must stop here. A German nuclear weapon is not a policy option. It is a red line—legal, historical, and civilizational—that Europe cannot afford to cross. | This is not about mistru…
(2026-02-15). Brazil: Return On Investment In Carnival Exceeds That Of Industrial Sector. eurasiareview.com By Lucas Pordeus Leon | The economic return for every real invested in culture and the arts – including Carnival – is higher than that of some traditional industrial sectors, such as the automotive industry. In an interview with Agência Brasil during her visit to Brazil to study the creative economy surrounding the festivities, Italian-American economist Mariana Mazzucato highlighted the power of the country's biggest festival. | "Public investment in the arts and culture contributes far more to the economy than much of the traditional manufacturing industry," said Mazzucato. | "However, governments continue t…
(2026-02-15). Saturday 3/7: EV Ride and Drive. indybay.org Baylands Park, 999 E. Caribbean Drive…
(2026-02-15). What makes Chinese airports different from others. ummid.com From Shanghai to Xi'an, and from Xi'an to Beijing, Chinese airports appear markedly different from those in advanced capitalist and developing countries.
(2026-02-15). Unlocking Chinese Cities | Kiln fires of 'Capital of Porcelain' ignite the dreams of ceramic artists worldwide. ecns.cn The kiln fires of Jingdezhen, known as the "Capital of Porcelain," produce delicate china cups, plates and bowls for everyday use, as well as exquisite artistic ceramics. | Since the Song Dynasty, Jingdezhen porcelain has crossed oceans to reach more than 120 countries, serving as a messenger of cultural exchange.
(2026-02-15). Wednesday 2/18: Webinar: Faith in a Time of Genocide: A Moment of Truth for the Worldwide Church. indybay.org Zoom | palestine.events/18Feb2026…
(2026-02-15). Cyclone Gezani kills four in Mozambique as Madagascar assesses damage. aljazeera.com Powerful storm batters Mozambique's Inhambane a day after killing at least 41 people in Madagascar.
(2026-02-15). Saturday 2/14: Virtual screening of the documentary film "A Plan for Palestine: Return to a Single State" indybay.org Zoom | us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_Tm_k……
(2026-02-15). From Good Neighbor To Bad Cop OpEd. eurasiareview.com Donald Trump's new national security strategy placed greater emphasis on the homeland (unneeded and even ominous for the health of the U.S. republic) and the Western Hemisphere (potentially beneficial) at the expense of Europe, Asia, and the Middle East. Since World War II—starting with the 40-plus-year, worldwide, grandiose Cold War instituted by Harry Truman and the subsequent war on terrorism—the U.S. superpower has worried more about threats to Europe, East Asia, and the Middle East than the countries in those regions. The tragic result was unneeded wars in Korea, Vietnam, Afghanistan, and two…
(2026-02-15). Missing Indian student from UC Berkeley Saketh Sreenivasaiah found dead in California. ptcnews.tv PTC Web Desk: Saketh Sreenivasaiah, a 22-year-old Indian student studying at the University of California, Berkeley, who had been reported missing earlier this month, has been found dead, the Indian Consulate in San Francisco confirmed on Sunday.In an official statement shared on social media, the Consulate said local authorities had confirmed the recovery of Saketh's body. Expressing deep sorrow, the mission conveyed its condolences to the bereaved family and assured them of full support during this difficult period."The Consulate deeply regrets to inform that local police have confirmed the recovery of the bod…
(2026-02-15). NEET UG 2026 registration starts, Read this before you apply. ummid.com The National Testing Agency began the online registration of candidates who wish to appear in NEET UG 2026 from today.
(2026-02-15). Which Party Is More Libertarian: Republicans Or Democrats? OpEd. eurasiareview.com In recent months, a curious narrative has circulated online: that libertarians should reconsider their partisan home and move toward the Democratic Party. The argument has gained traction in response to President Trump's renewed ICE directives. Pete Buttigieg suggested on The Late Show with Stephen Colbert that libertarians concerned about civil liberties should take a fresh look at the Democratic coalition. Smaller but increasingly viral voices—like The timing is striking. Just back in 2024,…
(2026-02-15). AFC Cup: With Ronaldo rested, Al-Nassr defeats FK Arkadag 1-0. ummid.com Saudi Pro League giant Al-Nassr FC Wednesday February 11, 2026 defeated FK Arkadag in the AFC Champions League Two knockout stage (ACL Two Round of 16).
(2026-02-15). Thursday 2/19: CNA UCSF Panassus Day of Action Against ICE. indybay.org UCSF Parnassus Campus…
(2026-02-15). Cristiano Ronaldo's Strike at Al-Nassr: Real Story is Much Larger. ummid.com While the headlines are focused on Cristiano Ronaldo's recent strike at Al-Nassr, the real story is much larger.
(2026-02-15). Thursday 2/19: Panel: CWA 1104 Educational Division Panel on Working-Class Struggle against Fascism. indybay.org Register At | tinyurl.com/Feb19CWAPanel…
(2026-02-15). Al-Nassr Captain Ronaldo ends protest after all demands met. ummid.com Portuguese National Football Legend, who is also leading Saudi FC Al Nassr, has finally ended protest after all his demands are met.
(2026-02-15). My eye on the tiger — for 7 hours. independentaustralia.net 
(2026-02-15). Rebels Target Niger Junta's Oil Revenue. eurasiareview.com A Nigerien rebel group has attacked oil production infrastructure, which could weaken the country's finances and threaten its ruling junta's grip on power. | Created in 2024, the Patriotic Movement for Freedom and Justice (MPLJ) has gained strength through a series of attacks on Africa's largest pipeline, which stretches nearly 2,000 kilometers from Niger's oil-rich eastern deserts to Benin's coast. The rebels' primary targets are two Chinese oil companies that represent the main source of income for the junta and its leader, Gen. Abdourahamane Tiani. | "Destroying the pipeline means destroying General Tiani,"
(2026-02-15). Uganda's public debt rises on oil-sector spending. independent.co.ug 
KAMPALA, UGANDA | Xinhua | Uganda's public debt has risen sharply, largely driven by preparations for the country's first oil production, the Ministry of Finance, Planning and Economic Development said in a report released Friday. The Debt Sustainability Analysis Report for the 2024/25 financial year shows that total public debt increased from 25.59 billion U.S. …
(2026-02-15). Ritu Tawde takes over as Mumbai Mayor. ummid.com BJP Corporator, Ritu Tawde, has sworn in as the New Mayor of Mumbai Wednesday February 11, 2026.
(2026-02-15). Imminent War on Iran: The Supreme Crime. indybay.org The power to refuse support for a criminal war of aggression belongs to the people. It is our duty and moral obligation.
(2026-02-15). 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…
(2026-02-15). Hard Road Ahead For Post-Election India-Bangladesh Relations Analysis. eurasiareview.com Outstanding issues and attitudinal obstacles stand in the way of a true rapprochement | The parliamentary elections in Bangladesh held on February 12, have marked a significant shift, with the Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP), led by Tarique Rahman, securing a landslide victory. Official and reported results indicate the BNP and its allies won around 212 seats out of roughly 299-300 directly elected seats, giving it a commanding majority or two-thirds control in the Jatiya Sangsad. | The Islamist Jamaat-e-Islami and its allies performed strongly emerging as the main opposition, securing approximately 68-77…
(2026-02-15). Saturday 2/14: Make Billionaires PAY! indybay.org Join us! Meet on sidewalk at Forest Ave & Monroe Street at 9: 45/ 9: 50 am We will go inside the mall as a group @ 10am. So don't be late.
(2026-02-15). Tamil Nadu Leads the Way: Embedding Industry Expertise in Higher Education. devdiscourse.com Tamil Nadu is taking a significant step forward in the education sector by integrating industry expertise into its Higher Education Institutions (HEIs). Leading this initiative, Tamil Nadu is followed by Maharashtra and Gujarat in hiring industry experts as professors of practice (PoPs), according to University Grants Commission (UGC) data.
(2026-02-15). Climate And Energy Experts Praise Trump's Endangerment Finding Repeal. eurasiareview.com By Tate Miller | ( American Energy Institute CEO Jason Isaac told The Center Square that repealing the Endangerment Finding "for mobile sources is a necessary first step toward correcting course, restoring the Clean A…
(2026-02-15). How 3 local BDS campaigns won the divestment of millions in Israeli bonds. juancole.com On Nov. 19, 2025, members of Break the Bonds NC, a coalition of Palestine Solidarity organizations, spoke at a North Carolina Investment Authority board meeting to demand the state pension fund divest from all Israeli government bonds. Immediately after the meeting, the state treasurer's office emailed a link of the pension's holdings to Ari Rosenberg, a lead Break the Bonds NC organizer. The $6.7 million in Israeli bonds that had been there in June were no longer in the portfolio. | Rosenber…
(2026-02-15). China to grant zero-tariff treatment to 53 African countries. ecns.cn China will grant zero-tariff treatment to 53 African countries that have diplomatic relations with China starting from May 1, 2026, CCTV reported on Saturday.
(2026-02-15). Effects Of Export Diversification Under US Tariffs Analysis. eurasiareview.com By Zhou Chao | The year 2025 marks a significant turning point in the structure of U.S. foreign trade, with one of the main driving forces being a new round of export policies centered on tariff adjustments and trade agreements. These include the implementation of a unified 10% baseline tariff and "reciprocal tariffs" applied to specific countries, signaling a shift in U.S. trade policy from a long-standing framework favoring liberalization to a strategic combination that uses institutionalized tariff tools as levers for trade competition and negotiation. | This policy change is driven by the combined impact o…
(2026-02-15). The Economic Case For The US-Israel Partnership Analysis. eurasiareview.com By Zineb Riboua | Discussions of the United States—Israel relationship tend to focus on security assistance, as though the partnership were primarily an exercise in strategic patronage. However, this framing overlooks that Israel is a significant economic and innovation power whose deep integration into the American industrial, technological, and capital ecosystems bolsters the US economy. Further, Israel's capacity for innovation is indispensable to building and maintaining America's military and economic advantages. | After October 7, 2023, credit agencies, foreign investors, and geopolitical commentat…
(2026-02-15). Carnival explosion injures 11 in Switzerland. albawaba.com ALBAWABA – An explosion rocked a carnival in Switzerland, leaving 11 people injured, AFP reported citing Swiss police.In detail, the police confirmed that a blast occurred in a vehicle with a confetti cannon during a carnival in the village of Chable, in the canton of Valais. An investigation was launched to determine the circumstances of this explosion.In addition, according to Swiss public broadcaster RTS, the explosion, which is likely an accidental event, was caused by the air compressor of the confetti cannon."The explosion took place shortly before 3 p.m. (4 p.m. Bulgarian time) on the platform on which the…
(2026-02-15). Syria's Ahmed Al-Sharaa Survived 5 Assassination Attempts In One Year. eurasiareview.com By Sally Shakkour | ( Syria's Minister of Interior Anas Khattab and Minister of Foreign Affairs Asaad al-Shaibani have also survived multiple assassination attempts during the past year, the UN mentioned. | The report noted that Syrian Interim President Ahmed al-Sharaa was the main target of five assassination plots foiled last year, along with Interior Minister Anas Hassa…
(2026-02-15). Israeli nuclear weapons are a threat to the Middle East. indybay.org Dimona Nuclear Plant Facility In Israel.
(2026-02-15). attack on Herzog shows the true aim of Washington trip. haaretz.com The Israeli prime minister was able to convince the U.S. president not only that his pardon is definitively forthcoming, but that he is not responsible for the October 7 massacre. Soon, Trump will visit Israel as a Likud campaigner and light the Independence Day torch…
(2026-02-15). The Taiwan Of The Caucasus: Armenia's Strategic Transformation Analysis. eurasiareview.com Despite a long history defined by regional occupation policies, Armenia has entered a pivotal transition period under the leadership of Nikol Pashinyan. For decades, previous expansionist strategies resulted in diplomatic isolation and severed ties with regional neighbors, severely limiting international cooperation. However, the domestic and foreign policy shifts initiated following the 2020 conflict have ushered in a new era of potential prosperity. This trajectory suggests that Armenia could emulate the rapid developmental success stories of states like Taiwan and Singapore. | Establishing the "Silicon…
(2026-02-15). (W.E. Talk) Japanese lawmaker says deeply uneasy about Takaichi staying in power, urges Japan to reaffirm 'no more war' pledge. ecns.cn Shiro Hanatani, a local city councilor from Japan, stated on the " W.E. Talk" program of China News Network that he is concerned that if Sanae Takaichi continues in power, her policies will become increasingly hawkish, and that the Takaichi administration's continued push for military buildup and expansion will further heighten tensions in Asia.
(2026-02-15). Philippines: Caring for conflict-affected people. icrc.org Facts and figures from January to December 2025…
(2026-02-15). 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.
(2026-02-15). Saturday 2/14: SF Day Pillow Fight 2026! indybay.org Across the Street from the Ferry Building! At the end of Embarcadero. Look for the pillows : )…
(2026-02-15). The Palestinian cause cannot speak only to the left. aljazeera.com Moral clarity has not shifted Western policy; persuasion must extend into the arenas where power actually sits.
(2026-02-15). Netanyahu unethical, Sara kleptomaniac: Israeli PM's Ex-Security Chief. ummid.com Benjamin Netanyahu has never been ethical whereas Sara Netanyahu is kleptomaniac, Israeli Prime Minister's Former Security Chief Ami Dror has claimed.
(2026-02-15). Obama Allies Melt Down After Trump Trashes Landmark Climate Reg. wattsupwiththat.com The Trump EPA estimated that repealing the finding would save American taxpayers over $1 trillion dollars. Several energy policy experts and agency insiders previously told the Daily Caller News Foundation the finding was politicized, relied on "cherry-picked data" and that its elimination will benefit consumer choice.
(2026-02-15). We Told You So: EPA Was Wrong About CO2 From the Start. wattsupwiththat.com The EPA's repeal of the endangerment finding is a step back toward honesty. It acknowledges that CO2 is not the villain it was made out to be.
(2026-02-15). How recent graduates entering the job market can outperform AI. scmp.com Artificial intelligence (AI) is eroding the very capabilities young professionals need to remain valuable in a machine-automated era. That is the real challenge facing graduates entering the workforce. It is not simply a case of AI destroying jobs — though it is — but that it is undermining our cognitive and interpersonal skills. | The numbers are starting to confirm what we suspected. Hong Kong graduates in 2025 found 55 per cent fewer job opportunities than the year before. Over 12 per cent of…
(2026-02-15). Israel and the occupied territories: Release and transfer operations under ceasefire agreement completed. icrc.org
(2026-02-15). Bangladesh launches first-ever Junior Amputee Football Programme, empowering young athletes through sport. icrc.org
(2026-02-15). Bosnia and Herzegovina: Families of the missing still seek answers. icrc.org
(2026-02-15). Apocalypse Doctor – Medicine at the End of the World. indybay.org
(2026-02-15). Mexico: Investigative files crucial to tracing missing people. icrc.org
(2026-02-15). Iranian Deputy Foreign Minister: The ball is now in America's court to prove that it wants to reach a deal. If they are sincere, I am sure we will be on the road to an agreement. english.almanar.com.lb
(2026-02-15). Macao embraces Year of the Horse with festive decorations. ecns.cn
(2026-02-15). Advancing towards a Convention on the prevention and punishment of crimes against humanity. fidh.org
(2026-02-15). Kazakhstan: Alarming arbitrary arrest, detention and judicial harassment of 19 human rights activists, including seven-month-pregnant Nazigul Maksutkhan. fidh.org
(2026-02-15). South Sudan: Civilians pay a high price, as conflict intensifies. icrc.org
(2026-02-15). ICRC response in northern Syria: Operational update. icrc.org
(2026-02-15). ICRC President Urges Renewed Commitment to Laws of War at Westminster. icrc.org
(2026-02-15). More Than a Competition: The Journey of Uganda's IHL Moot Court Winners. icrc.org
(2026-02-15). United States plunges into unlawful rule and extrajudicial killings. fidh.org
(2026-02-15). Russia: Alarming arbitrary arrest, detention and judicial harassment of Ms Daria Egereva, indigenous peoples' rights defender. fidh.org
(2026-02-15). China: Incommunicado detention and possible sentencing of Ms Zhang Yadi, young defender of Tibetan rights. fidh.org
(2026-02-15). Serbia: Further progress needed to clarify the fate of the missing. icrc.org
(2026-02-15). Iran's Deputy Foreign Minister Majid Takht-Ravanchi: Issue of zero enrichment is not an issue anymore and as far as Iran is concerned, it is not on the table anymore. english.almanar.com.lb
(2026-02-15). Frequently asked questions: ICRC's work in the Philippines. icrc.org
(2026-02-15). QAnon is Dead. Long Live QAnon! counterpunch.org
(2026-02-15). United Nations treaty on business and human rights: New language is out, but some gaps persist. fidh.org
(2026-02-15). From sham to scam: Overview of the 2025-2026 fraudulent election in Myanmar. fidh.org
(2026-02-15). Complementing existing protections in armed conflicts and other situations of violence. icrc.org
(2026-02-15). Somalia: One year on, families reeling from conflict in Puntland. icrc.org
(2026-02-15). Does Israel Really Think It Can Make Cattle of the Palestinians? counterpunch.org
(2026-02-15). China: Briefing for the Shanghai Cooperation Organization on principled humanitarian action. icrc.org
(2026-02-15). Kazakhstan: Judicial harassment against journalist Gulnara Bazhkenova and disbarment of her lawyer, Murat Adam. fidh.org
(2026-02-15). Syria: ICRC concerned over worsening humanitarian situation. icrc.org
(2026-02-15). China: High-Level Dialogue Examines Middle East Crisis and International Cooperation. icrc.org
(2026-02-15). Afghanistan: Operational facts and figures, January to December 2025. icrc.org
(2026-02-15). Azerbaijan: Unlawfully detained women journalists face sexual violence amidst on-going crackdown on civil society. fidh.org
(2026-02-15). The Global International Humanitarian Law Initiative to hold a High-level Conference on Humanity in War in Jordan in 2026. icrc.org
(2026-02-15). DR Congo: As more people are wounded in South Kivu violence, they struggle to get treatment. icrc.org
(2026-02-15). Yemen: ICRC's humanitarian impact in 2025, a year of deepening crisis. icrc.org
(2026-02-15). More Than A Quarter Million Muscovites Now Own One Or More Guns OpEd. eurasiareview.com
(2026-02-15). Ambassador of Pakistan to China wishes Chinese people 'an auspicious Year of the Horse'. ecns.cn
(2026-02-15). Oman: ICRC and Ministry of Defense Conclude Advanced IHL Training. icrc.org
(2026-02-15). ICRC president elected to a second term. icrc.org
(2026-02-15). México vuelve a demostrar su amor a Cuba. radiohc.cu Muy cerca de las carpas levantadas en el emblemático Zócalo capitalino para celebrar el Día del Amor y la Amistad, el pueblo de México volvió a demostrar hoy cuánto lleva a Cuba en su corazón. | Entre banderas de ambas naciones e imágenes del líder histórico de la Revolución en la isla, Fidel Castro, y del guerrillero argentino-cubano Ernesto (Che) Guevara, el espacio dispuesto para recibir víveres con destino a la mayor de las Antillas vivió un ajetreo constante. | Al continuo flujo de personas que llegaban con paquetes grandes o pequeños, donde podían hallarse desde alimentos hasta medicinas y otros insumos, se…
(2026-02-15). Administración Trump gastó 40 millones de dólares en deportar a 300 migrantes a terceros países. cubadebate.cu Un informe elaborado por los demócratas del Comité de Relaciones Exteriores del Senado señala que hubo pagos de entre 4.7 y 7.5 millones de dólares a Guinea Ecuatorial, Ruanda, El Salvador, Esuatini y Palaos para deportar a migrantes a esas naciones, y calificó esta práctica de "costosa, derrochadora y con escasa supervisión".
(2026-02-15). Povea gana plata en el triple salto de la Copa Iberdrola. cubadebate.cu La triplista cubana Liadagmis Povea conquistó este sábado la medalla de plata en el Campeonato Nacional de Pista Corta de España o Copa Iberdrola, en lid dominada por la venezolana Yulimar Rojas. En su retorno a los torneos indoor, Yulimar solo necesitó un salto para lograr los 14.95 metros, con récord incluido.
(2026-02-15). Un abrazo a quienes solo saben de amor. cubadebate.cu Lo del odio es causa perdida, mi humilde corazón me lo susurra: presiento que en el escenario más desolador, sobre tierra arrasada por un golpe mortal, siempre alguien aparecerá de pie y triunfante, alguien —a contragolpe de la estupidez y el miedo— dirá como José Julián y así estará reiniciando los sueños: "Yo solo sé de amor".
(2026-02-15). Cuba participa en Conferencia Mundial sobre Erradicación del Trabajo Infantil. radiohc.cu Liurka Rodríguez Barrios, encargada de negocios a.i. de Cuba en Marruecos, representó a la Mayor de las Antillas en la VI Conferencia Mundial sobre la Erradicación del Trabajo Infantil, celebrada en Marrakech. | Según publica el sitio oficial del Ministerio de Relaciones Exteriores (Minrex), el encuentro lo convocó la Organización Internacional del Trabajo (OIT) y autoridades del reino y reunió a altos representantes de gobiernos, organismos internacionales, interlocutores sociales, gremiales y de la sociedad civil, para debatir sobre los desafíos globales y eliminar esta práctica que afecta a millones de niños e…
(2026-02-14). Swiss say Oman to host US-Iran talks in Geneva next week. newarab.com 
Switzerland said Saturday that Oman would host "Switzerland stands ready at all times to offer its good offices to facilitate dialogue between the
(2026-02-14). US-Iran talks to be held in Geneva next week, hosted by Oman. scmp.com Switzerland said on Saturday that Oman would host talks between the United States and Iran in Geneva next week, with Washington pushing Tehran to make a deal to limit its nuclear programme. | "Switzerland stands ready at all times to offer its good offices to facilitate dialogue between the United States and Iran," a Swiss foreign ministry spokesman said.
(2026-02-14). What Truly Delays a U.S. Strike on Iran. thealtworld.com The only factor that will delay any US military operation against Iran is deterrence Iran and its allies create against it. | This and only this, not "diplomacy," is what will determine when and how the US attacks. | The decision to overthrow Iran's political system was made decades ago when the Iranians rightfully ousted the US client regime installed over them. | With Iran's role in supplying energy to China and its investment in a multipolar world, this objective has only become more pressing. | No election, deal, or talks has or ever will change this US objective unless the US itself sees its political order…
(2026-02-14). IDF insider caught selling classified secrets as Trump-Netanyahu talks Iran showdown. hindustantimes.com Israeli authorities have charged an IDF reservist and a civilian accomplice with serious national security offenses after allegedly using classified military operations intelligence to place bets on Polymarket, a crypto-based prediction platform. Investigators say the suspects exploited sensitive IDF operational details, raising alarms about insider threats, espionage risks, and the dangerous overlap between online gambling and military secrecy. The case has triggered urgent counterintelligence scrutiny and tighter security measures across Israel's armed forces.
(2026-02-14). Iranian minister on: The significance of the Palestinian struggle. workers.org 
The foreign minister of Iran, Abbas Aragchi, gave a speech at the Al Jazeera forum in Doha, Qatar focused on "The Palestinian cause and the Regional Balance of Power in the Context of an Emerging Multipolar World." (IRNA, Feb. 7) Map of West Asian countries His talk contained several important . . . |
(2026-02-14). Trump's Iran weakness exposed: 40,000 US troops vulnerable, no Gulf-based aircraft for massive war. hindustantimes.com As U.S. and Iran negotiators pursue tense nuclear diplomacy, a New York Times report reveals Pentagon war planners are simultaneously preparing for possible military confrontation. The investigation says President Trump's public airstrike threats initially outpaced America's readiness, with U.S. forces lacking key air defenses and strike aircraft in position. Now, with the USS Abraham Lincoln and USS Gerald R. Ford carrier groups deployed, destroyers armed with Tomahawks, and Patriot and THAAD defenses reinforced, Washington is building an unprecedented strike posture as fears grow over Iranian retaliation across…
(2026-02-14). Nobel winner transferred to prison in northern Iran: husband. newarab.com 
Mohammadi, who won the peace prize in 2023 in recognition for more than two decades of campaigning, was
(2026-02-14). UN Rapporteur on Palestine Francesca Albanese: A Noble Woman. juancole.com Greenfield, Mass. (Special to Informed Comment; Feature) — Francesca Albanese, the UN Special Rapporteur on the Occupied Palestinian Territories and two Gaza Doctors, Dr. Hassam Abu Safiya and Dr. Sara Al-Saqqa, have been nominated for the 2026 Nobel Peace Prize. Nearly 300 qualified proposers from 33 countries signed the petition, including countries from the West and the Global South. | More than anyone today, they deserve this prestigious peace prize for laboring with inestimable integrity and courage to gain a Palestinian-led peace in Gaza and the West Bank amidst a genocide perpetrated by Israel. For Al…
(2026-02-14). World artists back Palestine rapporteur Francesca Albanese despite criticism. scmp.com Over a hundred top figures from the world of entertainment signed an open letter on Saturday in support of UN Palestinian human rights expert Francesca Albanese, who faces calls to resign over comments about the war in Gaza. | France and Germany have called for Albanese to step down over remarks last weekend in which she referred to a "common enemy of humanity" after criticising "most of the world" and the media for enabling Israel's "genocide" in Gaza.
(2026-02-14). Here's How Israel Is Continuing to Deepen Its Occupation of the West Bank. truthout.org Today, a quiet transformation is advancing in the West Bank. It isn't the same spectacular form of violence that once commanded the global news cycle in Gaza, but it is more methodical and durable — and more difficult to interrupt. It unfolds in three seemingly unrelated processes: financial warfare against Palestinian economic life, state-backed settler terror, and the legalization of… |
(2026-02-14). Indian author Arundhati Roy quits Berlinale after 'stay out of politics' Gaza comments. scmp.com Award-winning Indian writer Arundhati Roy has said she is withdrawing from the Berlin Film Festival over jury president Wim Wenders' comments that cinema should "stay out of politics" when asked about Gaza. | Roy said in a statement on Friday that she was "shocked and disgusted" by responses from Wenders and other jury members to a question about the Palestinian territory at a press conference the day before.
(2026-02-14). Ocasio-Cortez tells Haaretz: Unconditional U.S. military aid to Israel enabled genocide in Gaza. haaretz.com Speaking at the Munich Security Conference, Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez criticized 'unconditional' U.S. aid to Israel, linking it to civilian deaths in Gaza, and called for enforcing the Leahy Laws, which prohibit aid to foreign units committing gross human rights violations…
(2026-02-14). Onsite gunmen force MSF to stop work at Gaza's Nasser Hospital. aljazeera.com Medical charity's announcement comes on the heels of Israel's recent ban on its operations in Gaza.
(2026-02-14). Outgoing UNRWA chief warns of black if U.S. renew funding. haaretz.com Philippe Lazzarini said his organization does not foresee any more cuts in the immediate term and urged Gulf Arab countries to increase their financial support…
(2026-02-14). foreign minister to attend Board of Peace launch in Washington. haaretz.com The upcoming summit will be the first gathering of the Board of Peace since the charter signing ceremony in Davos, Switzerland in January. Gaza's reconstruction is among the issues to be addressed, according to a source…
(2026-02-14). For Gaza's Students, International Scholarships Offer Both Hope and Heartbreak. truthout.org Since September 30, 2025, the Italian government has undertaken a major operation to offer a future for Gaza's students. While evacuation to Italy was previously available to Palestinians only for medical treatment and family reunification, the Italian government has now taken the unprecedented step of opening the nation's universities under the Italian Universities for Palestinian Students… |
(2026-02-14). German Parliament President Klà∂ckner "embedded" in Gaza: Berlin endorses Israel's genocide. wsws.org Berlin has provided political cover and actively supported with arms deliveries the genocide that has turned the Gaza Strip into a wasteland and cost the lives of well over 70,000 people. Now Klà∂ckner has openly declared her solidarity with the fascist Netanyahu regime and travelled to the scene of the crime.
(2026-02-14). Ex-Israeli PM apologizes for Epstein ties, denies seeing or joining any abuse. hindustantimes.com Former Israeli Prime Minister Ehud Barak has apologized for his yearslong friendship with convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein that included regular correspondence, multiple visits to the disgraced financier's Manhattan apartment and one to his private island. The former Israeli leader has not been implicated in Epstein's sexual abuse of underage girls and faces no accusations of wrongdoing. In an exclusive interview with Israel's Channel 12 on Thursday, he said, "I have never, in all the 15 years that I have known him, have not seen any inappropriate event, any improper behavior. Clearly, I also did not partic…
(2026-02-14). Epstein/Sade: The Philanthropist as Libertine and the Secret Life of the American Elite. fairobserver.com Three years before Jeffrey Epstein was first investigated for a sexual crime by Palm Beach Florida police, a Vanity Fair journalist observed, in a feature piece with the prophetic title "The Talented Mr. Epstein", that in the upstairs office of Epstein's nine story Manhattan townhouse, lined with 18th century black Portuguese cabinets and a nine…
(2026-02-14). Epstein's girlfriend married a woman, showing how he gamed immigration. scmp.com In early 2013, Jeffrey Epstein's girlfriend, Karyna Shuliak, was stressed about her US visa status. Later that year, she married an American citizen and her worries were gone. | A Green Card followed, and in 2018, citizenship. Then Shuliak divorced her spouse: a woman named Jennifer who had been in a relationship with Kimbal Musk — Elon Musk's brother — after Epstein connected them.
(2026-02-14). Donald Trump hails Venezuela raid troops, jokes with families at Fort Bragg. hindustantimes.com U.S. President Donald Trump honored members of the special forces who stormed into Venezuela last month and whisked away Nicolás Maduro, the leader of the South American country, to face drug smuggling charges in the United States. Trump spoke at Fort Bragg, one of the largest military bases in the world by population. The president was up for a bit of joshing in a speech to military families at Fort Bragg in North Carolina ⚪ though it wasn't quite clear how his jokes landed. Watch for more…
(2026-02-14). Everyone Is Allowed To Protest. dissidentvoice.org Columbia University professor Bruce Robbins exposed his students to possible criticism of the Israeli military, and was, for that reason, declared by his employer guilty of discrimination and harassment. Robbins could have written a book on the absurdities involved in defining criticism of genocide as discrimination, and defining criticism of any military on Earth other …
(2026-02-14). Helicopter triggers avalanche amid maximum alert across French Alps. aljazeera.com Emergency teams intentionally triggered an avalanche near a Chamonix ski resort as a safety precaution.
(2026-02-14). After death in ICE custody, Parady La's family demands justice. workers.org 
Philadelphia At least three people protesting Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) occupations were murdered in 2026 —Keith Porter Jr., Alex Pretti and Renee Nicole Good. However, according to The Guardian on Jan. 28, another 38 people have died while in ICE custody since January 2025. Each one had a life, . . . |
(2026-02-14). The Love We See in Minneapolis Isn't Exceptional — It's How We Survive Together. truthout.org My partner, an immigrant from Brazil, shows love through acts of service. At first, I was confused. I had been raised to see romantic love, partner love, as centered on acts of adoration, big and intense actions designed to make me, the beloved, feel exceptional. My partner, who is romantic but not in that way, finds this focus on exceptional love confusing. She bonds with other immigrants on the… |
(2026-02-14). Serious Court Challenges May Reverse the Trump EPA's Revocation of 2009 CO2 Endangerment Finding. juancole.com By (The Conversation) — In 2009 the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency formally declared that greenhouse gas emissions, including from vehicles and industry, endanger public health and welfare. The decision, known as the
(2026-02-14). ICE Buys Up Warehouses to Turn Into 'Mega' Prisons. thealtworld.com The U.S. government already maintains the world's largest immigration detention system — and now, it's getting even bigger. ICE is buying up massive industrial warehouses across the country and converting them into mega-detention centers, aiming to lock up over 100,000 people at any given time. | Advocacy Director at the Detention Watch Network Setareh Ghandehari discusses the reality of this unprecedented expansion. She exposes the horrific conditions inside current facilities — including starvation, medical neglect, and solitary confinement — and warns that this new infrastructure is a danger…
(2026-02-14). Liberal leadership spill underscores Australian political crisis. wsws.org Angus Taylor's installation to head the Liberals highlights the deepening breakup of the parliamentary establishment as a whole.
(2026-02-14). Objective Fallacy: Eulogies on the Passing of the Law Based International Order. dissidentvoice.org The eulogies are starting to wear thin. The lamented passing of the rules and law-based order only makes sense to those who believed that such rules and laws existed in the first place. How easy it is to forget that the spanning hegemon of each age always presumes that its laws and norms are objective …
(2026-02-14). BREAKING: Key Suspect in Pamela Tumwebaze Murder Arrested. plusnews.ug 
A key suspect in the murder of Pamela Tumwebaze, the Director of Student Affairs at Uganda Christian University has been arrested, the police Criminal Investigations Directorate (CID) says. Tumwebaze, 46, was strangled on Wednesday, February 11, at her residence in Guafu West Village, Seeta Ward, Goma Division, Mukono District. Confirming the development on Saturday, CID …
(2026-02-14). Workers World honors Black History Month every day! workers.org 
Since its inception, Workers World newspaper has highlighted the Black Liberation struggle and Civil Rights Movement and has celebrated their heroes, from Denmark Vesey and Nat Turner to Frederick Douglass, Malcolm X and Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Feb. 21, 2026, will mark the 61st anniversary of the assassination of . . . |
(2026-02-14). How Uganda's Music Industry bailout ended up under investigation. independent.co.ug 
Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | In January 2026, President Yoweri Museveni made headlines with what was framed as a lifeline to Uganda's struggling creative industry: a UGX 1.5 billion donation to the Uganda Music Promoters SACCO (UMPS). Announced as a revolving, low-interest loan fund, the money was intended to help music promoters recover from …
(2026-02-14). Capital gains tax reform is necessary. independentaustralia.net 
(2026-02-14). AI development and the contradictions of capitalism. wsws.org The development of artificial intelligence (or more correctly augmented intelligence) AI and the growing concern that it has the potential to set off a major economic and financial crises shows that contradictions identified by Marx are coming to the surface once again.
(2026-02-14). Special Needs Learners Excel Under Competency-Based Curriculum, Experts Say. plusnews.ug 
Dr. Patrick Ojok, Senior Lecturer and Dean of Special Needs and Rehabilitation at Kyambogo University, has praised the Competency-Based Curriculum (CBC) for better supporting learners with special needs. His comments follow the strong performance of learners with special needs in the UCE exams, where 695 of 708 registered candidates representing 98.2 percent qualified for certificates …
(2026-02-14). The plan to transition Australia away from fossil fuels. independentaustralia.net 
(2026-02-14). High Court Rules UK Terrorism Ban on Palestine Action Unlawful. consortiumnews.com The judgment on Friday is a major blow for former Home Secretary Yvette Cooper as well as the Israeli arms companies who lobbied for a crackdown on the group, John McEvoy, Dania Akkad and Martin Williams report. By John McEvoy,…
(2026-02-14). DAILY MEMO: Border Patrol Has Left Los Angeles, ICE Carries On Taking Around 25 People This Week. lataco.com The Harbor Area Peace Patrollers, who for 8 months stood watch every single morning outside of Terminal Island, today confirmed that ICE and CBP have demobilized from the Coast Guard base. While we've seen a decrease in activity with Border Patrol gone, around 25 people were still taken between Monday and Friday from Home Depots, cars, courthouses, and mostly targeted attacks.
(2026-02-14). "Time is slipping underneath our Feet:" FitzGerald's The Rubáiyát of Omar Khayyám 1:37. juancole.com No 37 in the first edition of Edward FitzGerald's The Rubáiyát of Omar Khayyám recognizes that life is fleeting, but urges that we concentrate on the sweetness of the present moment. | XXXVII. | Ah, fill the Cup: —what boots it to repeat
| How Time is slipping underneath our Feet :
| Unborn to-morrow, and dead yesterday,
| Why fret about them if to-day be sweet! | The phrase "what boots it" is archaic, and means "what use is it?" the
(2026-02-14). Tommy Robinson claims to be on the run from ISIS. thecanary.co 
ISIS — remember them? Tommy Robinson certainly does, because he's on the run from them apparently: Tommy Robinson has left the country. Apparently, ISIS is targeting him, and he's asking for donations for the relocation and the ongoing security costs. pic.twitter.com/VOrES3YYAW — Mukhtar (@I_amMukhtar) February 13, 2026 It looks like Robinson has put the 'dick' […] | By
(2026-02-14). Demand Immediate Pause of Hyperscale Data Centers in Wisconsin. wibailoutpeople.org 
Take Action with Faith in Place!Demand Immediate Pause of Hyperscale Data Centers in WisconsinWisconsinites should not be on the hook for the massive energy and infrastructure costs to serve multibillion‚Äêdollar data centers. Faith in Place calls for an immediate pause on all permitting for hyperscale data center developments in Wisconsin, along with a moratorium on …
(2026-02-14). 'Interests of Bangladesh': BNP chairman Tarique Rahman's first reaction on India ties after poll win. ptcnews.tv PTC News Desk: The Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) on Saturday thanked Prime Minister Modi for congratulating party chairman Tarique Rahman after party's decisive win in Bangladesh's parliamentary elections, asserting that it look forward to constructive engagement with India to further strengthen bilateral ties. | Meanwhile, Tarique Rahman, who powered BNP to its historic win on a Bangladesh agenda made his stand clear on future ties with India. In his first response after party's landslide victory, Rahman said the "interests" of Bangladesh would be the basis of his foreign policy with India. | "The interest…
(2026-02-14). Poor Hygiene Blamed as Jigger Cases Rise in Amuru District. plusnews.ug 
Residents in parts of Amuru District have resorted to improvised methods to manage a growing jigger infestation, as local leaders report more than 100 people affected over the past month. The most hit areas include Odur village in Guru Guru Sub-county, and Jimo village and Parabongo Trading Centre in Lamogi Sub-county. Tony Opiyo, a resident …
(2026-02-14). Chinese ambassador extends Spring Festival greetings in Minsk. eng.belta.by The Spring Festival is the most important and revered traditional holiday of the Chinese people, Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of China to Belarus Zhang Wenchuan said at a concert during the Happy Spring Festival 2026 event at Minsk's Palace of Culture of Trade Unions on 13 February.
(2026-02-14). WATCH: The World This Week w/Ray McGovern. consortiumnews.com Former C.I.A. Russia analyst Ray McGovern joins Episode 5 of The World This Week to discuss the war in Ukraine and the Middle East. Saturday 8 p.m. EST. The World This Week discusses the Ukraine War and the Middle East…
(2026-02-14). 4 astronauts arrive at International Space Station to replace Nasa's evacuated crew. scmp.com The International Space Station returned to full strength with Saturday's arrival of four new astronauts to replace colleagues who bailed early because of health concerns. | SpaceX delivered the US, French and Russian astronauts a day after launching them from Cape Canaveral. | Last month's medical evacuation was Nasa's first in 65 years of human space flight.
(2026-02-14). Teachers, students, parents speak out from Ocean Beach rally. wsws.org The rally showed the powerful support for the strike, which the union bureaucrats and Democratic Party are now attempting to shut down.
(2026-02-14). Donald Trump hints Iran regime change, as US forces weighs military action. hindustantimes.com U.S. President Donald Trump said on February 13 that a change in power in Iran "would be the best thing that could happen" as the U.S. administration weighs whether to take military action against Tehran. Trump made the comments shortly after visiting with troops in Ft. Bragg, North Carolina, and after he confirmed earlier in the day that he's deploying a second aircraft carrier group to the Mideast for potential military action against Iran. Watch for more…
(2026-02-14). US Strategy Middle East Wars Dr. Tim Anderson on Iran, Proxy Wars Global Politics Ep 98. thealtworld.com 
In this penetrating episode of Kianistan, we are Joined by Dr. Tim Anderson as he discusses US …
(2026-02-14). The Super Bowl Without EVs Tells You Everything. wattsupwiththat.com The Super Bowl has long mirrored consumer culture. This year, that mirror reflected a shift away from electric vehicle hype and toward something more grounded. After years of promotion, EVs failed to justify their place on the biggest stage in advertising.
(2026-02-14). JVP Madison: Protective Presence in the West Bank Feb. 19, 2026. wibailoutpeople.org 
(2026-02-14). International coalition of social movements prepares "Nuestra America" humanitarian aid flotilla for Cuba. radiohc.cu International solidarity is organizing to confront the intensification of the economic siege against Cuba. A global coalition of unions and social movements confirmed the dispatch of a flotilla with basic supplies. This initiative responds to the need to break the energy strangulation policy that Cuba is suffering after recent pressure from the White House. | Under the name "Our America," the convoy will sail the Caribbean in March to deliver food and essential medicines. The organizers explained that the strategy is inspired by the resistance of the Sumud Global Flotilla. The main objective is to break the logis…
(2026-02-14). 'Old world is…': Marco Rubio drops cold message to Europe before Munich trip. hindustantimes.com US Secretary of State Marco Rubio framed his trip to the Munich Security Conference as part of a "defining moment" in world politics, warning that "the old world is gone" and that allies must rethink their roles in a new geopolitical era. He signaled continued US engagement with Europe, highlighted the human cost of the Russia‚ÄëUkraine war, and defended stops in Hungary and Slovakia as outreach to "very strong" US partners while hinting at tough talks on Russian energy and regional security.
(2026-02-14). Minsk, Muscat discuss joint initiatives, re-export hub project. eng.belta.by Joint projects were discussed during a working visit of Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of Belarus to Egypt and concurrently to Oman Yevgeny Sobolevsky to Muscat.
(2026-02-14). Protesters Demand Amazon Cut Ties With ICE and Palantir. truthout.org As backlash against Big Tech's complicity with President Donald Trump's authoritarian agenda grows, 200 to 250 people gathered on a rainy Seattle afternoon outside Amazon's headquarters on Friday to demand that the company "dump" its support for Immigration and Customs Enforcement and Customs and Border Protection, which they illustrated by dumping ice onto the grass. The protest came one day… |
(2026-02-14). Cortina d'Ampezzo 1956: The Olympics that made history on screen and on ice. eng.belta.by The 1956 Olympic Games became a significant milestone in the history of this small, picturesque town nestled in the Italian Alps. Yet there are other reasons to look back 70 years.
(2026-02-14). Hamas salutes dockworkers' solidarity. workers.org 
The Hamas Movement posted the following statement on its website on Feb. 7, 2026: We, in the Islamic Resistance Movement (Hamas), commend the decision by dockworkers' unions in more than 20 ports across the Mediterranean Sea, particularly in Greece, Italy, Türkiye, Spain and Morocco, to suspend work for an entire . . . |
(2026-02-14). This West Chester, Pa. man was tired of winter. Then he invented Snowmelt Derby. whyy.org 
From Philly and the Pa. suburbs to South Jersey and Delaware, what would you like WHYY News to cover? It's like watching paint dry, only colder. | For more than a decade, dozens of people have tracked the slow retreat of snow across Bob Mina's backyard in West Chester, Pennsylvania. | Each minute that the icy crystals persist against the sun, warming air or rain could mean the difference between eternal bragging rights and a batch of homemade cookies — or stinging defeat. | The game is called Snowmelt Derby. Mina, an information technology professional, runs it each wi…
(2026-02-14). Two Palestinian Jerusalem families forced to demolish own homes. newarab.com 
Two residents of Jerusalem have been forced to Rami al-Bakri, a resident of Beit Hanina north of occupied Jerusalem, had received a
(2026-02-14). Macron says 'Europe must rearm, become geopolitical power' at Munich forum. hindustantimes.com French President Emmanuel Macron said that "Europe has to become a geopolitical power" when he spoke at the Munich Security Conference, an annual gathering of top global security figures, including many European leaders and US Secretary of State Marco Rubio. "Europe is rearming but we must now go beyond," he told the conference on Friday. "Europe has to learn to become a geopolitical power. It was not part of our DNA." The French president, who emphasized the priority of supporting Ukraine and called for greater regulation of social media, also stressed the importance of respect. Watch for details…
(2026-02-14). Members of probe into Israel Police use of spyware resign, allege police obstructed inquiry. haaretz.com In a letter to Justice Minister Yariv Levin, committee members accused law enforcement of coordinating efforts to undermine their mandate. Their resignation follows a high court proposal to bar the panel from examining active criminal cases, including those involving the prime minister…
(2026-02-14). Russia poisoned Alexei Navalny with dart frog toxin, European nations say. scmp.com Russian opposition leader Alexei Navalny was poisoned by the Kremlin with a rare and lethal toxin found in the skin of poison dart frogs, five European countries said on Saturday. | The foreign ministries of the UK, France, Germany, Sweden and the Netherlands said analysis of samples taken from Navalny's body "conclusively confirmed the presence of epibatidine". | It is a neurotoxin found in the skin of dart frogs in South America that is not found naturally in Russia, they said.
(2026-02-14). Kremlin confirms third trilateral: Peace talks between Moscow, Kyiv, Washington set in Switzerland. hindustantimes.com A third round of trilateral peace talks between the United States, Russia and Ukraine has been confirmed, with negotiations set to take place in Switzerland on February 17—18. Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov described earlier discussions in Abu Dhabi as "constructive but difficult," while underscoring that Moscow's core territorial demands remain unchanged. Even as diplomatic channels stay open, Russia has drawn a firm red line on territorial claims, insisting any peace framework must address its position on Donbas.
(2026-02-14). Vote "No" to betrayal of San Francisco teachers' strike! No more sacrificing livelihoods and social rights while billionaires feast! wsws.org San Francisco educators, on strike since February 9, should reject with contempt the betrayal of their four-day strike and expand the struggle to Los Angeles and beyond. The fight against manufactured austerity is the defense of public education everywhere.
(2026-02-14). Here is the missing piece in Uganda's condom campaign that needs to be addressed. independent.co.ug 
COMMENT | SHEILA KASABIITI | For decades, condom use campaigns and advocacy in Uganda have rightly focused on raising awareness of the benefits of condoms, debunking misinformation, and promoting access, affordability, and correct usage. But there is a missing piece in this communication chain: "What happens after use?" With the reduction of new HIV infections in Uganda …
(2026-02-14). I wanted was to kill How a Palestinian sniper became an advocate for peace — and a one-state solution. haaretz.com Burning with hatred for Israelis after his family was forced to leave Palestine in 1948, Taysir Abu Saada joined Fatah and carried out attacks against them. What led him to become an evangelical Christian — and to believe Palestinians must live in peace within a Jewish state?
(2026-02-14). Jerusalem polluted major city following dust storm. haaretz.com According to IQAir, Jerusalem's air particulate matter levels reached 93 times the World Health Organization's guideline. On average, Jerusalem has 'moderate' quality, according to the agency's air quality monitoring, measuring at an AQI of 56, compared to Saturday's score of 777…
(2026-02-14). U.S. judges saved from alarmist tome. wattsupwiththat.com "….the authors offer unsolicited, ex parte expert opinions on matters that they recognize are directly at issue in ongoing suits. In several places, for instance, the authors dismiss any suggestion that climate science is too speculative or uncertain to justify relief.
(2026-02-14). ICE fuels massive rise in U.S. carceral system. workers.org 
With an average of over 2 million people imprisoned at any time, the United States has notoriously had the highest rate of incarceration of any country in the world over a long period. According to the Prison Policy Initiative, around $182 billion is spent annually to cage around 1% of . . . |
(2026-02-14). Hundreds of Anti-Trans Bills Have Already Been Introduced This Year. truthout.org Lawmakers across the country have introduced hundreds of bills targeting transgender people in the first month of 2026, a surge that advocates said reflects a decadelong political strategy that has steadily escalated since major court victories for LGBTQIA+ rights. The American Civil Liberties Union is tracking just shy of 400 anti-LGBTQIA+ bills in state legislatures nationwide… |
(2026-02-14). San Francisco Teachers Win Big, Ending City's First Educator Strike in Decades. truthout.org San Francisco public school teachers and their union celebrated Friday after negotiating a tentative agreement for a new contract with higher pay and fully funded family healthcare, ending a four-day walkout that was the city's first educator strike in nearly half a century. United Educators of San Francisco (UESF) said its bargaining team reached a two-year tentative deal with the San… |
(2026-02-14). A Mother, A Mentor, A Light: UCU Community Bids Farewell to Pamela Tumwebaze. plusnews.ug 
Tears flowed freely at Nkoyoyo Hall as the body of Pamela Tumwebaze was carried into the prayer venue at Uganda Christian University. Lecturers stood in silence. Students lined the pathway. Hymns filled the air. It was not just the passing of a lecturer. It was the loss of a mother, a counselor, and a steady …
(2026-02-14). We still fund weapons over survival. independentaustralia.net 
(2026-02-14). family say he was shot because Israeli soldiers nothing else to. haaretz.com Israeli soldiers opened fire from an ambush on two Palestinian teenagers in the West Bank. One was killed, and his cousin was wounded. The IDF says the two had thrown stones and a firebomb, but eyewitnesses claim otherwise…
(2026-02-14). Film Screening of "Sing Sing" in Madison Feb. 22, 2026. wibailoutpeople.org 
Film: "Sing Sing" Sunday, February 221: 00 p.m. — 5: 00 p.m.Edgewood University1000 Edgewood College Drive, MadisonSponsored by the Queen of Peace Racial Justice team, along with Edgewood University and the Reentry Team at Nehemiah's Center for Urban Leadership. Following the screening there will be light refreshments and a discussion of the importance and transformative power of the …
(2026-02-14). Hezbollah's Chief Lawmaker Receives Lebanese President Advisor: Discussion Tackle Latest Developments. english.almanar.com.lb In the context of the periodic meetings agreed upon by the two sides, the head of the Loyalty to the Resistance bloc, MP Mohammad Raad, received Saturday the First Advisor to His Excellency the President of the Republic, Brigadier General Andre Rahal. The two men discussed and exchanged views on the latest developments in the …
(2026-02-14). Nurses take action as NYC strike nears second month. workers.org 
New York City Bulletin: Since this article was written, nurses at Montefiore, Mount Sinai, Mount Sinai Morningside and West approved a contract by an 85%-96% vote and ended the strike. At New York Presbyterian, the nurses rejected the contract by more than 77% and the strike continues as of Feb. . . . |
(2026-02-14). Hoima Court Adjourns Female Youth MP Recount Petition. plusnews.ug 
The Hoima Chief Magistrate's Court has adjourned the hearing of a petition seeking a recount of votes in the National Female Youth Representative election to Tuesday, 17 February 2026. Diana Kampe Ampaire, the flag bearer for the ruling National Resistance Movement (NRM), filed the petition challenging the results of the election held on 6 February 2026 …
(2026-02-14). Grassroots Organizers in Wisconsin Offer Blueprint for Beating Back Data Centers. truthout.org Data centers are big business. Around 3,000 new data centers — huge buildings that house the computing power that props up the growing use of artificial intelligence (AI) — are currently being built or planned across the U.S. Some speculate that global spending on data centers could hit $3 trillion by 2029. Corporate interests — from energy firms and construction companies… |
(2026-02-14). Thapelo Mokoena holds masterclass for Ugandan filmmakers. independent.co.ug 
Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | South African actor, producer, and media entrepreneur Thapelo Mokoena has held a masterclass for Ugandan filmmakers under the Africa Film Forum, an initiative of the iKON Awards. The masterclass formed part of his official visit to Uganda ahead of the iKON Awards "Beyond Borders" engagements for the 2026 edition. …
(2026-02-14). Brown Berets say no ICE in Aztlan. workers.org 
Houston With signs, drums and bull horns, the Brown Berets of Southeast Texas took part in a national day of action on Feb. 7 demanding Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) Out of Aztlan. Aztlan is a term used by Chicano activists for the land in the Southwest part of the . . . |
(2026-02-14). Uganda's Economic Outlook: Bank of Uganda and NPA Officials Advise Caution and Strategic Growth. plusnews.ug 
Uganda's economic future is poised between opportunity and caution, according to top officials from the Bank of Uganda and the National Planning Authority (NPA). In a wide-ranging discussion this week, Professor Augustus Nuwagaba, Deputy Governor of the Bank of Uganda, and Dr. Muwawala, Executive Director of the NPA, and Francis Kamulegeya, formerly of Price Waterhouse …
(2026-02-14). No deportations of Haitian migrant workers! workers.org 
San Francisco On Feb. 2, 100 people rallied in front of the San Francisco Immigration Court at 100 Montgomery St. to protest the planned deportation of up to 340,000 Haitians. Their Temporary Protected Status (TPS) — designed to protect people from dangerous conditions if they return to their home countries . . . |
(2026-02-14). US paid US$35 million to deport 300 to remote islands, African nations. scmp.com The Trump administration spent more than US$35 million to deport roughly 300 migrants to countries they had no connection to, doling out millions of dollars in lump sum transfers to foreign governments without a system to track how the money was used, according to a report released on Friday. | The figures from Senate Foreign Relations Committee Democrats average out to a cost of roughly US$116,666 per person deported. In Rwanda, which received seven deportees, the total cost reached about US$1.1…
(2026-02-14). Offshore wind showed up big during the East Coast's brutal cold. grist.org 
(2026-02-14). Over 100 artists for Palestine back UN's Albanese after resignation calls. aljazeera.com UN Special Rapporteur Francesca Albanese faces calls to step down by France and Germany despite debunked remarks.
(2026-02-14). Local Government Workers Demand Salary Enhancement in FY2026/27. plusnews.ug 
Local Government Workers Demand Salary Enhancement for FY 2026/27 The Uganda Local Government Workers Union is calling on the government to increase salaries for local government employees in the upcoming 2026/27 financial year. In October 2025, civil servants staged a strike demanding salary enhancements. The industrial action was suspended after the Speaker of Parliament, Annet …
(2026-02-14). Activists at Target demand 'ICE out now!'. workers.org 
Philadelphia Shoppers at the Mifflin Street Target store in South Philadelphia witnessed a surprise protest on Feb. 5 when over 100 activists gathered near the registers and started chanting "ICE out of Target now!" Sit-down inside Target store during anti-ICE protest, Philadelphia, Feb. 5, 2026. WW Photo: Joe Piette After . . . |
(2026-02-14). Losing the Legitimacy War. fairobserver.com 
In a global competition between governing philosophies, democracies seem to have lost both the narrative and the reflexes to fight. Two decades of increasingly urgent warnings from political scientists should have triggered a broad strategic reckoning; instead, the erosion of democracy is often treated as a domestic pathology rather than a global struggle reshaping the…
(2026-02-14). Minister: Belarus and China have unique opportunities to deepen cultural ties. eng.belta.by Belarus highly values its long-standing strategic partnership with China, Belarusian Culture Minister Ruslan Chernetsky said while speaking at a concert during the Happy Spring Festival 2026 event at the Minsk's Palace of Culture of Trade Unions on 13 February.
(2026-02-14). Egyptian woman faces death threats for filming alleged harasser. newarab.com 
A young Egyptian woman is facing death threats after posting a video showing the face of a man she says repeatedly harassed her, reviving debate over how victims are treated in the country. | Mariam Shawky, an actress in her twenties, filmed the man aboard a crowded "This time, he followed me on the bus," Shawky, who has been dubbed "the bus girl" by local media, said in a clip posted on TikTok…
(2026-02-14). WHYY Newscast for Saturday 10:00 a.m. whyy.org The latest local headlines from WHYY…
(2026-02-14). 3 dead as US launches new strike on suspected drug boat in Caribbean. scmp.com The US military said on Friday it killed three alleged drug traffickers in a strike on a boat in the Caribbean. | The attack raises the death toll from the Trump administration's strikes on alleged drug boats to 133 people in at least 38 attacks carried out since early September in the Caribbean Sea and eastern Pacific Ocean. | "Three narcoterrorists were killed during this action. No US military forces were harmed," US Southern Command said in a statement on social media.
(2026-02-14). Trump Admin to Spend $40B to Turn Warehouses Into Massive Immigration Jails. truthout.org President Donald Trump's anti-immigration agenda has supercharged opposition in cities where he has deployed federal agents to conduct raids, and communities in states including New York and Missouri are already working to block the next step the Department of Homeland Security plans to take in its push for mass deportations: acquiring massive warehouses across the country to use as immigrant… |
(2026-02-14). WHYY Newscast for Saturday 8:00 a.m. whyy.org The latest local headlines from WHYY…
(2026-02-14). Corridors Under Fire: Pakistan's Central Asia Gamble in the Shadow of Afghan Militancy. unitedworldint.com Pakistan is trying to sell itself as the southern hinge of Central Asia's access to warm waters at the exact moment militant networks and militant propaganda are advertising their intent to rupture that hinge. By Dure Akram, from Lahore / Pakistan The latest UN sanctions-monitoring report puts a hard edge on a question the region …
(2026-02-14). Kings College London: UK Climate Action Support Plummeting. wattsupwiththat.com But a majority still say Net Zero should be achieved by 2050 or earlier.
(2026-02-14). Beijing warns US over CIA video seeking to recruit disaffected Chinese nationals. hindustantimes.com China's Ministry of Foreign Affairs spokesperson Lin Jian issued a sharp warning to the US on Friday, after the CIA released a Mandarin-language video allegedly seeking to recruit Chinese nationals. "China will take all necessary measures to resolutely combat the infiltration and subversive activities of anti-China forces abroad. The schemes of anti-China forces will not succeed," Lin remarked. On Thursday, the CIA released a Mandarin-language video appealing to Chinese officials dissatisfied with 'government corruption' and seeking a 'brighter future', while describing authorities under President Xi Jinping as '
(2026-02-14). Overcapacity is China's biggest AI advantage. independent.co.ug 
COMMENT | ANGELA HUYUE ZHANG | While debates over the AI race between the United States and China tend to fixate on which country has the most powerful frontier models and the most advanced semiconductors, that framing is becoming outdated. As AI moves from our screens into the physical world, the question is no longer whose models …
(2026-02-14). Zarah Sultana calls out Lib Dems' Palestine Action hypocrisy. thecanary.co 
On 13 February, the High Court ruled that the proscription of Palestine Action as a terrorist group was "disproportionate". Since then, various politicians including Zarah Sultana have come forwards to voice their support for the ruling. The problem is that many of them didn't speak up when it counted: On the vote to proscribe Palestine […] | By
(2026-02-14). South Africa's Markram mauls New Zealand in seven-wicket T20 World Cup win. aljazeera.com Captain Aiden Markram hits an unbeaten 86 in seven-wicket defeat of New Zealand in Ahmedabad.
(2026-02-14). 150,000 Afghans have returned from Pakistan, Iran this year: UN. newarab.com 
Nearly 150,000 Afghans have returned from After decades hosting Afghans fleeing crises at home, Pakistan and
(2026-02-14). Canada's Carney, opposition leader hold hands during school shooting vigil. scmp.com Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney and the country's main opposition leader held hands Friday as they paid tribute to the victims of one of the worst mass shootings in the country's history at a vigil in a devastated British Columbia town. | Carney and Pierre Poilievre, leader of the opposition Conservative Party, joined hands as an Indigenous leader sang a prayer outside the town hall in Tumbler Ridge.
(2026-02-14). Northern Irish police caution Palestine Action activist, despite High Court victory. thecanary.co 
The Police Service of Northern Ireland (PSNI) on Friday morning detained and cautioned a pro-Palestine activist under anti-terror law. This happened despite a judicial review that very morning ruling the group's ban is unlawful. Máire Mhic an Fhailí was held by police for around 30 minutes at Laganside Courts in Belfast. This was for wearing […] | By
(2026-02-14). EXPOSED: Is Marco Rubio Sabotaging US-Cuba Talks? thealtworld.com Journalist José Luis Granados discusses the U.S.-engineered catastrophic crisis unfolding in Cuba and his new Drop Site News report, "Marco Rubio Is Deliberately Blocking Trump From Cuba Talks." | He reveals how threats to punish countries supplying oil are causing blackouts, crippling hospitals, and worsening a humanitarian disaster, while Rubio blocks negotiations to push regime change. | Granados warns that the assault on Cuba's sovereignty carries consequences for all of Latin America, and highlights growing calls for international solidarity to break the blockade. | Marco Rubio is lying to Trump about Cuba,…
(2026-02-14). Palestinian protester Leqaa Kordia calls ICE custody 'dehumanising'. aljazeera.com Palestinian Columbia protester Leqaa Kordia says she was chained to a hospital bed after a seizure in ICE custody.
(2026-02-14). Ellie Chowns wins applause on BBC QT, exposing Reform UK immigration myths. thecanary.co 
Green MP Ellie Chowns challenged the thrust of Reform's entire game on BBC Question Time. "It's inequality" Chowns took apart the notion that immigration is to blame for the UK's woes: Reform UK, before it was the Brexit Party, before when it was UKIP, has been busy for many years fermenting this idea that immigration […] | By
(2026-02-14). Bangladesh PM-to-be Rahman thanks those who 'sacrificed for democracy'. geo.tv 
Tarique Rahman, chairman of Bangladesh Nationalist Party , shows victory sign during a press conference, following the BNP's victory in the 13th general election, in Dhaka, Bangladesh, February 14, 2026.— ReutersJI vows to serve as "vigilant, principled, peaceful opposition".BNP…
(2026-02-14). Oil workers: Reject the national agreement! Mobilize to prevent isolation of BP Whiting workers! wsws.org Refinery workers must organize themselves from below to fight for a deal that meets their demands, taking all actions necessary, up to and including a national strike.
(2026-02-14). US military prepares "sustained, weeks-long" war against Iran. wsws.org Reuters reports that the Pentagon is planning for a far larger attack than last June's one-off strikes, with officials saying the US "fully expected Iran to retaliate."
(2026-02-14). Libya's Haftar reshuffles southern forces after border clash. newarab.com 
Libyan military commander Last week, Haftar issued a decision forming a new unit, the "18th Infantry Brigade", consolidating several of his main southern militias, including the 176th, 634th, 672nd and 676th battalions, under one command structure. | Haftar's forces control most of eastern and southern Libya but do not operate under the autho…
(2026-02-14). Matanzas alza el título de la 64 Serie Nacional de Béisbol. cubadebate.cu Los Cocodrilos de Matanzas no dejaron margen a la duda. Con una victoria contundente por nocaut de 11 carreras por cero sobre Las Tunas, sellaron la barrida en la final de la 64 Serie Nacional de Béisbol y reafirmaron su dominio en el panorama beisbolero cubano. El título llegó por la vía rápida y con autoridad.
(2026-02-14). Ciudades francesas se movilizan en solidaridad con Cuba. radiohc.cu Burdeos, Le Havre, Toulouse y Valenciennes escenificaron este sábado el comienzo de un fin de semana de movilizaciones en ciudades de Francia para expresar la solidaridad con Cuba frente a la escalada de agresividad estadounidense. | Convocados por el Partido Comunista Francés (PCF), ciudadanos de diversos sectores de la sociedad, entre ellos políticos, sindicalistas e integrantes de asociaciones con décadas de labor solidaria con Cuba, acudieron a sitios emblemáticos como la Plaza de la Victoria en Burdeos para denunciar el bloqueo que Washington impone a la isla y su recrudecimiento. | Banderas cubanas, pancart…
(2026-02-14). Solidaridad con Cuba se fortalece en República Dominicana. radiohc.cu La solidaridad con Cuba se muestra hoy con fuerza en la República Dominicana, donde diversas organizaciones políticas, movimientos sociales y asociaciones de cubanos residentes le expresan respaldo frente al recrudecimiento del bloqueo de Estados Unidos. | La reciente concentración frente al Monumento a José Martí, en esta capital, reunió a cubanos y dominicanos que corearon consignas como "Cuba no está sola", "Cuba vencerá" y "Juntos por Cuba", dejando claro que la hermandad entre ambos pueblos permanece intacta y se fortalece en momentos de crisis. El secretario general del Partido Comunista del Trabajo, Manuel…
(2026-02-14). "Let Cuba Breathe" : Nueva campaña documental visibiliza el impacto del bloqueo en la vida cotidiana de los cubanos. cubadebate.cu Con el objetivo de romper el silencio y mostrar la realidad que enfrenta la población cubana ante el recrudecimiento sin precedentes del bloqueo económico, comercial y financiero impuesto por la administración Trump, nace la campaña "Let Cuba Breathe".
(2026-02-14). Supuesta defensora de derechos humanos y mordaz promotora de sanciones a Cuba. radiohc.cu Como parte de la expresión de rencor hacia Cuba, la extremista Rosa María Payá suele deshacerse en diatribas contra el país que la vio nacer, hasta causarle inconvenientes en viajes por el mundo. | Gracias a ser impuesta por el entonces senador Marco Rubio como integrante de la CIDH, Comisión Interamericana de Derechos Humanos, la calificada como "activista anticastrista" aumentó su agilidad. | Payá viajó recientemente a México, donde, según la prensa local, participó en actividades políticas con grupos de derecha. | El gobierno mexicano afirmó que la aludida debía limitarse a cumplir con sus responsabilidades co…
(2026-02-14). En Nueva York exposición dedicada de Frida Khalo y Diego Rivera. radiohc.cu El Museo de Arte Moderno (MoMa) de la ciudad de Nueva York abrirá el 21 de marzo la exposición Frida and Diego: The Last Dream. | La muestra explorará el diálogo artístico y personal entre dos de las figuras más influyentes del arte latinoamericano del siglo XX: Frida Kahlo y Diego Rivera. | Hasta el 12 de septiembre de este año, la exhibición acogerá pinturas, dibujos y retratos emblemáticos procedentes de la colección del museo. | El proyecto curatorial propone una lectura innovadora de la obra de ambos artistas, estableciendo un puente entre las artes visuales y las artes escénicas. | El diseño expositivo esta…
(2026-02-14). Brazil considers sending aid shipment to Cuba. radiohc.cu The Brazilian government is considering following the example of Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum and sending a shipment of humanitarian aid to Cuba, focusing on medicines and basic food supplies, the news portal Brasil de Fato reported today. | According to the news outlet, the Brazilian Ministry of Agrarian Development informed them that the action is being coordinated by the Brazilian Cooperation Agency of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs. | The latter agency indicated to the online newspaper that the country is developing a cooperation program with Cuba, which includes the initiatives announced during Presi…
(2026-02-14). Protests in French cities in solidarity with Cuba. radiohc.cu On Saturday, Bordeaux, Le Havre, Toulouse, and Valenciennes marked the beginning of a weekend of protests in French cities to express solidarity with Cuba in the face of escalating US aggression. | Organized by the French Communist Party (PCF), citizens from various sectors of society, including politicians, union members, and members of associations with decades of solidarity work with Cuba, gathered at emblematic sites such as the Place de la Victoire in Bordeaux to denounce the blockade imposed by Washington on the island and its intensification. | Cuban flags, banners with the slogan "Hands Off Cuba," and dem…
(2026-02-14). Real Madrid vs Real Sociedad 4-1: La Liga — as it happened. aljazeera.com All the updates as Madrid go provisionally top of La Liga after comfortable victory over Sociedad at the Bernabeu.