democracynow.org (2026-04-01). Trump Drops Bunker Buster Bombs on Isfahan and Threatens to Obliterate Iran's Energy Infrastructure
The U.S. dropped 2,000-pound bunker buster bombs, hitting a large ammunition depot in the Iranian city of Isfahan on Monday. President Trump posted a video of the massive explosions on Truth Social. It comes as Trump warned that the U.S. would obliterate Iran's energy plants and oil wells if Iran does not reopen the Strait of Hormuz. Trump also threatened to strike Iran's desalination plants, which is a war crime.
(2026-04-01). Trump Underestimated Iran: Talks are the Only Way Out. juancole.com The Conversation) — For all their claims of military
(2026-04-01). Trump's new claim: They wanted me to be Iran's New Supreme Leader. ummid.com In another seemingly bizarre claim, US President Donald Trump Wednesday March 25, 2026 said the 'Iranian leadership' with whom his administration is in talks proposed to even making him the New Supreme Leader of the country.
(2026-04-01). Chinese, Pakistani FMs hold talks on Iran situation. ecns.cn Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi met with Pakistani Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Mohammad Ishaq Dar in Beijing on Tuesday to discuss the Iran situation.
(2026-04-01). Trump's War Secy accidentally drops list of US officials behind 'Operation Epic Fury' in Iran. hindustantimes.com U.S. War Secretary Pete Hegseth has sparked controversy after appearing to reveal sensitive details about "Operation Epic Fury," including references to key officials and troop engagements in the Iran war. The remarks come amid rising tensions, with Iran exposing alleged U.S. officers and rejecting ceasefire talks, while Donald Trump's administration continues to insist negotiations are underway. With Washington refusing to rule out ground invasion, the conflict risks entering a far more dangerous phase.
(2026-04-01). Pakistan eyes Gulf investment, defence deals in return for playing peacemaker in Iran war. scmp.com Pakistan is hoping that its role in building a diplomatic off-ramp from the US-Israel war on Iran will enable it to become a key actor in the Middle East after the conflict ends, analysts say. | If Islamabad can deliver without being sucked into the maelstrom, it can capitalise on its position as peacemaker by signing defence deals with Gulf monarchies and attracting investment from them to strengthen its weak economy.
(2026-04-01). China-Pakistan five-point plan to end Iran war. scmp.com China and Pakistan unveiled a joint five-point plan on Tuesday to restore peace in the Persian Gulf after five weeks of US-Israeli bombardment of Iran. | China, Pakistan five-point initiative for restoring peace in the Middle East by scmp…
(2026-04-01). Friday 4/3: Calling Party for Gaza! Tell the Red Cross: Take Action Now! indybay.org Zoom | www.codepink.org/cpgredcross…
(2026-04-01). Thursday 4/2: Albany & El Cerrito for Palestine – Human Billboard for Gaza. indybay.org El Cerrito Plaza, San Pablo & Carlson…
(2026-04-01). Could "Sarajevo and Mostar Safari" Become Europe's Epstein Moment? counterpunch.org 
The story of the so-called "Sarajevo Safari" — the alleged arrival of wealthy foreign individuals to positions around the besieged city during the Bosnian War (1992—1995), in order to shoot at civilians — now stands at the intersection between a historically documented phenomenon and a still unproven criminal pattern. What can, however, be reliably reconstructed
(2026-04-01). When White House was renamed as 'Epstein Island'. ummid.com In a major embarrassment for Donald Trump, the White House was recently renamed as 'Epstein Island' for some Google Pixel phone users in the United States.
(2026-04-01). Madison, April 2, 2026: Weekly Vigil Against War and Militarism at Willy and Blair. wibailoutpeople.org 
4: 30 — 5: 30 pm Palestine. Venezuela. ICE in Minnesota. Iran. Lebanon. All the aggression and harm the U.S. is inflicting and supporting around the world. Bring your sorrow and solidarity and stand with all who are suffering from U.S. unhinged warring and militarism, both domestically and abroad. War is never an answer. Respect for human dignity, diplomacy, and international law are …
(2026-04-01). Iran warns of fierce response as Trump weighs options on Iran invasion. hindustantimes.com Iran escalates tensions with sharp warnings against any U.S. ground invasion, as the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps signals strong retaliation. Mohammad Reza Aref reinforced Tehran's stance, highlighting Kharg Island and the Strait of Hormuz as critical flashpoints. With Donald Trump weighing options, the situation points to a dangerous escalation that could reshape global energy flows and regional security dynamics.
(2026-04-01). Bab el-Mandeb may prove to be The Gate of Tears. ummid.com The more critical issue regarding their involvement is whether Houthi rebels will attempt to disrupt shipping in the Bab el-Mandeb Strait, effectively undermining Saudi Arabia's efforts to bypass the Strait of Hormuz via its East-West oil pipeline.
(2026-04-01). Iran intensifies threats over US invasion, sends fiery message to Trump: 'Cut off the legs…'. hindustantimes.com Iran escalates tensions with sharp warnings against any U.S. ground invasion, as the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps signals strong retaliation. Mohammad Reza Aref reinforced Tehran's stance, highlighting Kharg Island and the Strait of Hormuz as critical flashpoints. With Donald Trump weighing options, the situation points to a dangerous escalation that could reshape global energy flows and regional security dynamics.
(2026-04-01). Gulf divided as Saudi Arabia, UAE urge Trump to keep up Iran pressure | MBS. hindustantimes.com Despite facing direct strikes, Gulf powers including Saudi Arabia and United Arab Emirates are reportedly pushing Donald Trump to sustain military pressure on Iran, aiming to weaken Tehran's regime. While some nations back continued escalation, others like Qatar and Oman favour diplomacy, exposing a deep divide within the Gulf bloc. As Iran's retaliatory strikes hit targets across the region, the conflict is rapidly evolving into a wider geopolitical showdown.
(2026-04-01). U.S. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth says coming days 'decisive' for war with Iran. ecns.cn U.S. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth said Tuesday that the coming days of the U.S.-Israeli war with Iran "will be decisive," while admitting that Iran retains the ability to retaliate after suffering several weeks of massive U.S.-Israeli attacks.
(2026-04-01). Desperate Trump tries to arm twist Mojtaba? Threatens to 'obliterate' Iran's water, power key infra. hindustantimes.com Donald Trump has escalated rhetoric by threatening to target Iran's critical civilian infrastructure—including electricity grids and desalination plants—if Tehran refuses to agree to a deal. The warning has raised alarm over potential humanitarian consequences, as millions could face water shortages. Iran has responded with defiant warnings of continued retaliation, pushing the conflict into a more dangerous phase with rising risks of escalation across the Middle East.
(2026-04-01). Bring on the Iranian nuke. onlineopinion.com.au Iran's destruction teaches the lesson non-proliferation was meant to prevent: in today's world, only nuclear weapons seem to guarantee survival.
(2026-04-01). Trump vows to 'bomb Iran into Stone Age' as he touts strikes, threatens more. hindustantimes.com U.S. President Donald Trump intensified his rhetoric on Iran, boasting that U.S. forces have "hit them hard" along key maritime chokepoints and destroyed "tremendous amounts" of Iranian missile‚Äëmaking sites, while promising even more devastating strikes within "two or three weeks" if Tehran continues its current course. He insists Iran does not need to strike a deal with him, declaring that Washington will only leave once Iran's military and nuclear infrastructure are pushed "into the Stone Ages" and unable to build a nuclear weapon, portraying any eventual agreement as secondary to inflicting l…
(2026-04-01). Iran's supreme leader pledges continued support for resistance in message to Hezbollah chief. ecns.cn TEHRAN, April 1 ⚪ Irans Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei has sent a message to Hezbollah chief Naim Qassem, pledging continued support for the resistance against the United States and Israel.
(2026-04-01). Hezbollah-Israel clashes in south Lebanon raise fears of wider regional war. hindustantimes.com Escalation between Hezbollah and Israel Defense Forces intensifies as deadly clashes erupt in Lebanon's south. Israeli troops face mounting casualties during ground operations, while Hezbollah ramps up missile and rocket attacks targeting military positions. The widening conflict threatens to open a dangerous new front in the broader Iran-linked regional war, raising serious concerns about stability across the Middle East.
(2026-04-01). Israel's killing spree in Iran backfires? Iran issues chilling warning after top commander's death. hindustantimes.com Top Iranian leaders are publicly mourning IRGC Navy commander Rear Admiral Alireza Tangsiri after the Guards announced his death on March 30. In their statements, Mojtaba Khamenei, President Masoud Pezeshkian, Parliament Speaker Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf, and Judiciary Chief Gholamhossein Mohseni Ejei all framed Tangsiri's killing as a martyrdom and praised his role in defending Iran's maritime power in the Persian Gulf.
(2026-04-01). Australian government distances itself from illegal war on Iran that it supports. wsws.org Albanese's comments, which do not include even slight criticism of the US-Israeli war of aggression, are a cynical attempt to distance his government from a war that it is participating in.
(2026-04-01). Amb. Chas Freeman: "The Saudis will NOT join the US-Israeli war against Iran" Ep. 18. thealtworld.com Chas W. Freeman Jr. is a former US diplomat who served as ambassador to Saudi Arabia during the Gulf War and later as assistant secretary of defense for international security affairs. | He also acted as principal interpreter for President Richard Nixon during the 1972 opening to China.
(2026-04-01). The US Israeli War on Iran, Palestine, Trump & Erdogan with Socialist Ertuƒürul Kàºrkàßàº. indybay.org The US Israel war on Iran and Lebanon has deepened the economic and political crisis in the Middle East and particularly Turkey. Ertuƒürul Kàºrkàßຠis a former member of the Turkish parliament and is current Honorary President of the Peoples' Democratic Party (HDP) is interviewed about the effect of this US Israel war on Turkey, the Kurds and the region…
(2026-04-01). Iran intensifies recruitment, repression amid reports of thousands of security deaths, Washington weighs ground operations. longwarjournal.org Washington is considering ground operations as joint US-Israeli strikes impact Iran's military and internal security forces, reportedly causing thousands of casualties. Simultaneously, Tehran has increased security recruitment efforts, deployed foreign proxy militias, and escalated executions and arrests of Iranian citizens while issuing threats over "sharing images or footage with foreign actors."
(2026-04-01). The Gulf States Economies are Facing the Challenges of War. counterpunch.org 
How long will Gulf States bleed for war on Iran that the United States and Israel are waging? That's a question a recent Newsweek article posed. According to the reporting, specialists from all six Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) states describe a "growing frustration with the U.S. approach to the war with Iran and a perception
(2026-04-01). Trump's Iran War and the Politics of Ego. counterpunch.org 
The judgment on the Trump administration's war on Iran is already largely settled across mainstream media, public opinion, and much of the analytical sphere. What remains supportive of the war is limited to two predictable camps: official government discourse and the president's most loyal supporters, along with entrenched pro-Israel constituencies. Beyond these circles, the war
(2026-04-01). Africa counts energy cost of Iran conflict. ecns.cn One month into the conflict between the United States, Israel and Iran, Africa is already feeling the pinch. Fuel prices are rising, supplies are tightening, and economists warn the worst is yet to come.
(2026-04-01). US begins B-52 bombing flights over Iran after Trump threatens to "completely obliterate" civilian infrastructure. wsws.org The United States has begun bombing Iran with B-52 bombers, setting the stage for a massive increase in the US saturation bombing of the country of 90 million, as the US-Israeli war of aggression against Iran intensifies.
(2026-04-01). Israel drowns in wave of Iran's cluster bombs: Multiple hurt after IDF fails to intercept missiles. hindustantimes.com Iran's 88th "True Promise 4" wave has hammered central Israel with cluster missiles, injuring civilians in Bnei Brak, Ramat Gan and Petah Tikva, while Tehran also claims strikes on a US Marines hub and an Israeli‚Äëlinked ship. With Hormuz still shut, learn more about Iran's new escalation in this report.
(2026-04-01). Two Different Wars, Two Different Presidents, But the Same Lies. counterpunch.org 
I'm writing this piece well into President Donald Trump's new war with Iran, which, with the help of Israel, has already killed more than 2,000 civilians, including 175 schoolgirls and staff; displaced some 3.2 million people; and is costing the American taxpayer at least one billion dollars a day. All of which is tragically reminiscent of the last time a Republican president led
(2026-04-01). Egypt's Stance on Iran: Geopolitical and Emotional Realities Overlooked by Gulf States. unitedworldint.com Despite the fact that millions of Egyptians worked in the Gulf and feel attached to these countries, they are, when it comes to the current conflict, Sunnis by denomination and "Shiite by inclination". The Egyptian stance—at both the popular and official levels—regarding the U.S.-Israeli war on Iran represents a significant manifestation of the political and …
(2026-04-01). military is stretched to breaking point and faces a familiar deadly stalemate in Lebanon. haaretz.com Promises of (another) decisive victory over Hezbollah don't match activity on the ground ‚ñ The IDF misled the media regarding strikes on Iranian launchers and the gap between reports and reality increased public frustration ‚ñ Despite the blow settlers took when they appeared on Washington's radar, implementation of their plans continues undeterred…
(2026-04-01). The Iran war and the erosion of international law. wsws.org Among the first victims of the Iran war is international law, as it was developed after the Second World War. Almost all legal experts agree that there is no basis in international law for the war being waged by the US and Israel.
(2026-04-01). At least 14 wounded by Iranian barrage in impact sites across central Israel. haaretz.com
(2026-04-01). Twin invasion risk: US eyes Iran raids as Israel expands in Lebanon | Hezbollah. hindustantimes.com
(2026-04-01). Canciller de Rusia advierte que EEUU e Israel buscan instigar a países árabes contra Irán. cubadebate.cu "Estados Unidos e Israel están intentando impedir la normalización de las relaciones entre Irán y sus vecinos, e incluso incitar a los miembros del Consejo de Cooperación del Golfo contra la República Islámica", advirtió Serguéi Lavrov. También alertó de que "el sistema de derecho internacional moderno está siendo socavado de forma desafiante".
(2026-04-01). The Iran War: A Great Carbon Emitter. counterpunch.org 
Truth may well be the first casualty of war, but death, injury and environmental degradation are bound to be keeping up in the hit lists. Attacks on gas fields, oil refineries and petrochemical plants will always leave an impression once the conflict concludes. In the case of carbon emissions, the most challenging obstacle in collective efforts to
(2026-04-01). Gujarat Uniform Civil Code defies principles of inheritance: Jamiat Ulama. ummid.com Announcing to challenge the Gujarat Uniform Civil Code (UCC) before Supreme Court of India, Jamiat Ulama i Hind said the newly passed legislation nullifies the Muslim Personal laws and defies the principles of inheritance.
(2026-04-01). Supreme Court Rules In Favor of Christian Counselor In Colorado Surrounding 'Conversion Therapy' for LGBTQ+ Youth. lataco.com In an 8-1 decision issued on International Transgender Day of Visibility, the Supreme Court struck down Colorado's ban on conversion therapy for minors as an unconstitutional viewpoint-based restriction on free speech, siding with a Christian counselor who argued the law prevented her from offering certain talk therapy to clients.
(2026-04-01). Detected: First Ever Spin Reversal of Comet 41P. ummid.com In a first, astronomers have found evidence of a comet reversing its spin.
(2026-04-01). China, Pakistan put forward five-point initiative for restoring peace, stability in Gulf region and Middle East. ecns.cn March 31 ⚪ China and Pakistan put forward a five-point initiative for restoring peace and stability in the Gulf and Middle East region during talks between Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi and Pakistani Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Mohammad Ishaq Dar in Beijing on Tuesday.
(2026-04-01). Pakistan's mediation efforts in common interests of all parties: Chinese FM. ecns.cn BEIJING, March 31 ⚪ Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi said on Tuesday that mediation efforts of the Pakistani side regarding the Middle East tensions are in the common interests of all parties.
(2026-04-01). World's first 10,800-car carrier heads for sea trial. ecns.cn A 10,800-car LNG dual-fuel pure car and truck carrier (PCTC), built by Guangzhou Shipyard International for South Korea's HMM, sets out on its sea trial from Nansha, Guangzhou Province, March 31, 2026.
(2026-04-01). Judge temporarily halts Trump's $400m White House ballroom project. aljazeera.com District Judge Richard Leon says construction has to stop until Congress provides statutory authorisation.
(2026-04-01). Israel says will reduce French defence imports 'to zero'. newarab.com 
Israel will reduce its military imports from "The Director General of the Ministry of Defence, Amir Baram, has decided to reduce defence procurement from According to the French parliament…
(2026-04-01). China to launch guidelines for cracking down on medical insurance fraud. ecns.cn BEIJING, March 31 ⚪ China will implement a set of guidelines on Wednesday to strengthen the crackdown on fraud in the countrys universal basic medical insurance.
(2026-04-01). How to manage a Niseko property investment from anywhere in the world. independentaustralia.net 
(2026-04-01). Global protests condemning Israel's new death penalty law for Palestinians. aljazeera.com Protesters are condemning Israel's new bill that makes the death penalty the default punishment for some Palestinians.
(2026-04-01). Scared of Iran, NATO ally refuses to help Trump? After Spain snub, US jets denied landing at… hindustantimes.com Italy has reportedly denied permission for U.S. military aircraft to land at the Sigonella air base in Sicily before continuing to the Middle East, according to Reuters and other follow-up reports citing a source familiar with the matter. The reported reason was procedural rather than openly political: Washington had not sought prior authorization from Rome for the stopover.
(2026-04-01). Escalation of violence during local elections in Serbia. globalvoices.org 
The situation was particularly alarming because the police largely did not intervene against the perpetrators Global Voices Screenshots of videos from Bor and Kula published by election observation mission of CRTA, depicting election irregularities and incidents of violence. (2026-04-01). Zionist assassination plot against Nerdeen Kiswani is a warning to the working class. wsws.org The plot to kill Kiswani was not an isolated act, but the product of a political environment in which opposition to genocide has been criminalized and democratic rights are under sustained attack.
(2026-04-01). Yangtze River fishing ban yields notable phased results. ecns.cn SHANGHAI, March 31 ⚪ China has achieved notable phased results since the launch of the 10-year fishing ban on the Yangtze River in 2021, the Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Affairs said Tuesday.
(2026-04-01). Explore: Most comprehensive images of Saturn to date. ummid.com NASA's James Webb Space Telescope (JWST) and Hubble Space Telescope have released never seen before images of planet Saturn and its glowing rings.
(2026-04-01). QLD Hospitals to Tackle Climate Change by Not Discarding Precious Metals. wattsupwiththat.com Who knew hospital waste dumpsters were potentially full of gold and platinum?>
(2026-04-01). Maharashtra SSC, HSC 2026 Result: Board to issue single Marksheet-cum-Certificate. ummid.com The Maharashtra State Board of Secondary and Higher Secondary Education (MSBSHSE) has announced to issue a single Marksheet-cum-Certificate to students who have appeared in the 2026 SSC (Class 10) and HSC (Class 12th) exams.
(2001-04-26). Renowned Urologist Dr Asif critically injured in targeted attack. tribune.com.pk 
Renowned urologist and pioneer of kidney transplants in Khyber-Pakhtunkhwa (K-P), Dr Asif Malik, was critically injured when unidentified attackers opened fire on him in the early hours of Wednesday in Peshawar, according to a police statement. | Malik, originally from Kohat, is a renowned urologist and a specialist in kidney transplants. He previously served as the Director of the Institute of Kidney Diseases (IKD) in Peshawar and has worked as a kidney transplant surgeon at various private hospitals. He is currently the head of a leading private hospital in Peshawar. | According to Superintendent of Police (…
(2026-04-01). Sunday 4/12: The Hidden History of Zionism with Mya Shone. indybay.org Unitarian Universalists of San Francisco 1147 Franklin St. @ Geary San Francisco…
(2026-04-01). Stop the AI data centers in Gilroy. indybay.org The Gilroy community is rallying against a major Date Center in the Gilroy area.
(2026-04-01). Jàºrgen Habermas (1929—2026): The philosopher who chose the state. wsws.org Jàºrgen Habermas, who died on March 14 in Starnberg at the age of 96, occupied for more than half a century a position of extraordinary influence in German intellectual and political life.
(2026-04-01). Gout Gout and global sprinting success. onlineopinion.com.au The hype around Gout Gout is justified. The assumption of inevitable global success is not.
(2026-04-01). Emergency workers search for victims of Israeli airstrikes on Beirut. aljazeera.com Emergency workers searched through rubble in Beirut after Israeli airstrikes hit the Jnah neighbourhood.
(2026-04-01). need IDF pressured reservists with PTSD to serve, some threatened with arrest. haaretz.com Israeli soldiers with psychological injuries, including severe PTSD, told Haaretz they were threatened with penalties, including arrest, because they had not yet received formal disability rulings — a process that can take years…
(2026-04-01). Karnataka CET 2026 Admit Card: When, Where and How to Download. ummid.com The Karnataka Examination Authority (KEA) is releasing online Admit Card, also known as Hall Ticket, of the candidates who have registered for the Karnataka Common Entrance Test 2026 (KCET 2026 or UGCET 2026) on its official website cetonline.karnataka.gov.in.
(2026-04-01). Sleep apnea effective care begins with preparation before treatment. ummid.com Explaining that proper planning plays a key role in managing sleep apnea, experts said effective care for the sleep disorder actually begins with detailed preparation before any treatment is introduced.
(2026-04-01). Cristiano Ronaldo is back in Saudi Arabia. ummid.com Portuguese star footballer Cristiano Ronaldo, who is also the skipper of Saudi FC Al-Nassr, is back to Saudi Arabia after medical treatment in Madrid, Spain.
(2026-04-01). Had Israel Never Been Created. ummid.com Imagining a world in which the Balfour Declaration was never issued in 1917 and the State of Israel never emerged in 1948 requires re-examining the entire geopolitical architecture of the modern Middle East.
(2026-04-01). China falls to Cameroon in 2026 FIFA Series. ecns.cn China fell 2-0 to Cameroon in a FIFA Series match on Tuesday.
(2026-04-01). Residents inspect drone damage near Erbil airport. aljazeera.com Residents living near Erbil's international airport in northern Iraq, say falling drone debris has damaged properties.
(2026-04-01). Iran War has exposed Australia's vulnerabilities and misplaced priorities. independentaustralia.net 
(2026-04-01). CBSE 10th 2026: Students to get results in two stages. ummid.com The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) has successfully conducted the Class 10 board exam 2026, and is now preparing to announce the results of the students.
(2026-04-01). Meeting stresses Party's leadership in grassroots legislator elections. ecns.cn BEIJING, March 31 ⚪ A meeting on the arrangements of the upcoming elections of deputies to peoples congresses at the county and township levels nationwide was held Tuesday in Beijing.Emphasizing the importance of the Partys leadership in the elections.
(2026-04-01). Why China is always misunderstood and misrepresented. scmp.com Why didn't China develop its own scientific and industrial revolutions when it made so many discoveries and advances over millennia? That is often called "Needham's question", named after the historian of Chinese science and tech Joseph Needham. | Why didn't China develop capitalism during the Song dynasty when it was so close to achieving a breakthrough with trade, commerce, currency and semi-industrialisation, and an emerging merchant class? The Hungarian-French sinologist Etienne Balazs, among…
(2026-04-01). Madison, April 4, 2026: Letter Writing for Kids in ICE Custody, in Palestine, Iran, Iraq and Lebanon. wibailoutpeople.org 
Letter Writing for Kids in ICE Custody, & in Palestine, Iran, Iraq and Lebanon Room of One's Own Reading Room, 2713 Atwood Avenue, Madison1-3 pm You are invited to an afternoon of letter writing to elected officials in support of the human rights of children, asking them to take action to protect children in ICE …
(2026-04-01). U.S. federal judge orders Trump administration to pause construction on White House ballroom. ecns.cn The photo taken from atop the Washington Monument on Nov.17, 2025 shows the construction site where the East Wing of the White House was recently demolished, while construction crews prepare the area for the White Houses new ballroom, in Washington, D.
(2026-04-01). China, Pakistan urge Mideast ceasefire. ecns.cn Against the backdrop of escalating hostilities, China and Pakistan unveiled on Tuesday a five-point initiative for restoring peace and stability in the Gulf and Middle East region.
(2026-04-01). Trump to update on Iran war in national address. ecns.cn President Donald Trump will give an address to the nation to update on the Iran war at 9 pm on Wednesday, White House spokesperson Karoline Leavitt posted on X on Tuesday.
(2026-04-01). Middle East war: Donald Trump signals ending Iran war, says 'will leave very soon'. ptcnews.tv Middle East war: US President Donald Trump on Tuesday signalled ending Washington's military campaign against Iran within next two to three weeks, putting an end to month-long conflict that disrupted global energy markets. | Speaking at the White House, Trump said, "We'll be leaving very soon," adding that the withdrawal could happen "within two weeks, maybe two weeks, maybe three," news agency Reuters quoted. The remarks marked his clearest indication yet that the US is preparing to wind down the operation. | He also asserted that a diplomatic agreement with Tehran is not necessary to end the war and said that…
(2026-04-01). Spectacular view seen as thousands of gulls soar over wetland in Hebei. ecns.cn Thousands of white gulls are seen over the Dachaoping Wetland in Beidaihe, Qinhuangdao, Hebei Province, March 30, 2026, forming a magnificent sight.
(2026-04-01). Picturesque view of tea garden in Sichuan. ecns.cn Tea bushes unfurl like the fingerprints of the earth across the Changgangshan Tea Garden in Hongxing Town, Mingshan District, Ya'an City, Sichuan Province, March 31, 2025.
(2026-04-01). Bihar 10th Result 2026 Today: Check Here. ummid.com The Bihar Board of Secondary Education (BSEB) is releasing the Class 10 or Matric Secondary School Exam 2026 result on its official website.
(2026-04-01). China issues yellow alert for heavy fog. ecns.cn China's national observatory on Wednesday issued a yellow alert for heavy fog in some parts of the country.
(2026-04-01). April 6, 2026 Online Meeting of 350 Wisconsin: Immigration and Climate Justice. wibailoutpeople.org 
350 Wisconsin Monthly Meeting 7-8: 15 pm From 350 WI: Please join us for a conversation about how and why immigration and climate justice are part of our fight for a sustainable future on Earth. We'll hear from AL Caballes from DRUM (Desis Rising Up and Moving), who will invite us to draw the links between climate change, …
(2026-04-01). Iran: Civilians are paying a heavy price amid escalating hostilities. icrc.org The following is a statement from ICRC Head of Delegation in Iran, Vincent Cassard…
(2026-04-01). Rethinking America's Greatest Threat. counterpunch.org I filled my car tank this week and paid 40% more than I did just a month ago. That isn't just an economic abstraction, but another indirect Israeli "surcharge" on American consumers. Meanwhile, Donald Trump spends another getaway weekend at his Mar-a-Lago golf course, a trip subsidized by the same taxpayers who are forced to
(2026-04-01). Dasein: How digital systems are reshaping our world — and our realities. independentaustralia.net 
(2026-04-01). Money laundering is big business — especially for banks. independentaustralia.net 
(2026-04-01). Sunday 4/19: Downtown Pleasant Hill Announces Earth Day Color And Pot Event. indybay.org Downtown Pleasant Hill – 105 Crescent Drive, Pleasant Hill 94523…
(2026-04-01). Lebanon: Intensification of hostilities worsens impact on civilians and critical infrastructure. icrc.org The following is a statement from ICRC Head of Delegation in Lebanon, Agnès Dhur:…
(2026-04-01). Madison, April 23, 2026: "Nonviolence in Action: An Interfaith Conversation about Building the Beloved Community." wibailoutpeople.org 
Dear Friends, Mennonite Action Madison is pleased to co-sponsor the Interfaith Peace Working Group (IPWG) spring conference "Nonviolence in Action: An Interfaith Conversation about Building the Beloved Community." Thursday April 23rd, 2026 8: 00 am — 3: 00 pm Bethel Lutheran Church, 312 Wisconsin Ave., Madison Following the conference, there will be an optional action event at the …
(2026-04-01). Daily Memo: Hospitalizations, Car Crashes, and Kavanaugh Stops Continue with ICE. lataco.com ICE has continued targeting courthouses, jails, sending folks to hospitals still, crashing their vehicles, and performing Kavanaugh stops still, which, if you're still unfamiliar with the term, are basically Supreme Court-endorsed racial profiling stops.
(2026-04-01). "Americans don't want this war" : Protesters at "No Kings" rallies speak out. wsws.org WSWS video reporters spoke to protesters at the massive "No Kings" rallies held across the US on March 28.
(2026-04-01). Friday 4/3: Emergency Rally Against ICE Expansion – Mission Police Station. indybay.org Mission Police Station | 630 Valencia Street | 94110…
(2026-04-01). Conversion Therapy Gets Speech Protections — But Trans Kids' Existence Gets No Protection At All. theintercept.com 
A protester demonstrating for trans rights in New York City on Feb. 3, 2025. Photo: Charly Triballeau/AFP via Getty Images | On Tuesday, the Supreme Court marked International Trans Day of Visibility with yet another ruling that puts the lives of trans people at risk. The justices
(2026-04-01). China says Japan's rightward turn of SDF, remilitarization trend worthy of high alert. ecns.cn The international community needs to stay on high alert against the rightward turn of Japan's Self-Defense Forces (SDF) and trend of remilitarization in Japan, a Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson said on Tuesday.
(2026-04-01). Beards Are Back: Fashion Statement or Sign of Masculinity Crisis? counterpunch.org 
After being out of fashion since the beatnik-hippie era of the 1950s through early '70s, beards, mustaches and the perpetual 5 o'clock shadow are back. Trumpsters — including Donald Jr., Sec. of Commerce Howard Lutnick and Sen. Ted Cruz (R-TX) — are sporting whiskers. There are a number of ways men can fashion their beards and Men's
(2026-04-01). Modi govt's response to Iran War not driven by National Interest. ummid.com At a moment of profound geopolitical transformation, India requires clarity, balance, and moral conviction in its foreign policy, but what has been on display is hesitation, contradiction, and a troubling drift away from principled diplomacy.
(2026-04-01). Cristiano Ronaldo Jr begins 8-week trial with Real Madrid. ummid.com Legendary Portuguese footballer Cristiano Ronaldo's eldest son, Cristiano Ronaldo Jr, has begun trial with Real Madrid's youth system.
(2026-04-01). Don't call your defeat agreement: Iran warns United States. ummid.com Amidst repeated victory claims by Donald Trump administration, Tehran rebuked Washington asserting that the United States has actually been defeated in the ongoing war.
(2026-04-01). "Exterminate the Brutes" : From American Concentration Camps to Contemporary Imperialism. counterpunch.org 
"Native Americans will tenaciously defend the legal, political and cultural boundaries of their sovereignty using every means available to American citizens: voting, protesting, petitioning, lobbying, marching and litigating." — Paul Rosier, Indigenous Citizens: Native Americans' Fight for Sovereignty 1776-2025 L. Frank Baum's The Wizard of Oz boasts a large cast of characters: Munchkins; a tribe
(2026-04-01). 06:30 in Beirut. A little girl, a helium balloon, and a country facing displacement. icrc.org An account by Shawky Amine Eddine, Humanitarian Affairs Coordinator, ICRC Lebanon…
(2026-04-01). RBSE Rajasthan 12th Result 2026 Announced – Check Here. ummid.com The Rajasthan Board of Secondary Education (RBSE) Ajmer has announced the result of Class 12 exams held in 2026 on its official website rajresults.nic.in and other associate websites.
(2026-04-01). Bosnia fans celebrate as team qualifies for World Cup, knocking Italy out. aljazeera.com Supporters celebrated as Bosnia and Herzegovina beat Italy in a penalty shootout to secure a spot in the 2026 World Cup.
(2026-04-01). Saturday 4/4: Free Palestiine. indybay.org Ocean at Water Street, Santa Cruz…
(2026-04-01). Dolores Huerta's allegations against Cesar Chavez and the political bankruptcy of the United Farm Workers. wsws.org Revelations of abuse and rape expose the UFW's decay, cynically weaponized by fascistic forces to intensify attacks on farmworkers and immigrant communities nationwide.
(2026-04-01). Saturday 4/18: Pacific Pearl Announces Earth Day Color And Pot Event. indybay.org Pacific Pearl – 2733 Stoneridge Drive Pleasanton, CA 94588…
(2026-04-01). MHT CET 2026 Admit Card Download: Read Notification. ummid.com The Maharashtra CET Cell has released an important notification regarding the MHT CET 2026 Admit Card download that the candidates must read while they prepare for the important Entrance Exam.
(2026-04-01). American journalist abducted in daylight attack in central Baghdad. albawaba.com ALBAWABA- American freelance journalist Shelly Kittleson was abducted on Tuesday by unidentified gunmen in a brazen daytime operation in central Baghdad, Iraqi authorities confirmed.The kidnapping took place near the Palestine Hotel on Al-Saadoun Street, a busy and densely populated area. Security sources said the assailants intercepted Kittleson's vehicle, forcibly removed her, and fled the scene. No group has claimed responsibility.Iraq's Ministry of Interior confirmed the abduction of a foreign journalist and said specialized units immediately launched an operation based on intelligence and field tracking. Aut…
(2026-04-01). China braces for cross-border travel surge during Qingming holiday. ecns.cn Cross-border travel at China's ports is expected to surge during the Qingming Festival holiday from April 4 to 6, with daily crossings projected to top 2.3 million, up 11.1 percent from a year earlier, according to immigration authorities.
(2026-04-01). Bemoaning death penalty, EU bankrolls merchants of death. electronicintifada.net Leonardo advocates "big bang" approach to militarization.
(2026-04-01). Narendra Modi's Approval Ratings: A Closer Look. ummid.com The recurring claim that 'Modi is the world's most popular leader' reveals more about media amplification and political messaging than about any definitive measure of public opinion.
(2026-04-01). No Kings: Millions demonstrate against Trump, want to do more than vote for Democrats. workers.org 
The third No Kings Day, March 28, was the biggest yet, with at least 3,300 separate actions involving some 8 million people reported by the organizers. An estimated 90,000 to 100,000 people demonstrated in a massive two-mile march through downtown Seattle, while in New York City tens of thousands of . . . |
(2026-04-01). Monday 4/6: 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…
(2026-04-01). 'No Kings' Protests Symbolizes Global Frustration With Trump. ummid.com The rally organisers echo people's sentiments by repeatedly emphasising that 'No Kings Day' is only one aspect of broader efforts toward building people power and fighting the Trump administration — and that that work 'doesn't end after March 28'.
(2026-04-01). Australia: What has happened to the enterprise agreement at Western Sydney University? wsws.org Two months on, no copy of an agreement has been provided to NTEU members, let alone voted on.
(2026-04-01). Russian military transport plane crashes in Crimea, killing 29. geo.tv 
(2026-04-01). New Analyses: EPA Consistently Fails to Warn Public of Pesticide Cancer Risks. indybay.org WASHINGTON, March 30, 2026 — The Environmental Protection Agency has routinely failed to put cancer warnings on pesticide products even when its own assessments have found a high risk of those products causing cancer, according to two new analyses released today by the Center for Food Safety and the Center for Biological Diversity.
(2026-04-01). Juneteenth as a Title V Holiday throughout California remains an ongoing challenge. indybay.org While Juneteenth became a a Title V Federal Holiday in June 2021, on many California municipalities Juneteenth 2026 has yet to be designated as a paid official holiday for all employees and residents to observe. | Choosing to align Juneteenth as a "paid holiday" is much more than an extra vacation day; it is a commitment to respect, equity, and civic integrity.
(2026-04-01). Hegseth's insider war investments and the character of the American ruling class. wsws.org The Financial Times reported—based on information from sources with direct knowledge of the investments—that Secretary of War Pete Hegseth's long-time financial advisor invested $9.4 million with defense contractors based on inside information about the start of the war against Iran that has since seen a 38 percent increase in value.
(2026-04-01). No Kings protests rock over 3,100 places in United States. ummid.com Over 3,100 demonstrations were planned nationwide and staged in major U.S. cities such as Washington D.C., New York, Boston, Los Angeles and San Francisco. U.S. media reports projected the protests involved some 900,000 people, making it the largest single-day protest event on record.
(2001-04-26). Italy miss out on World Cup for third straight time. tribune.com.pk 
Italy's agonising World Cup exile continues after they fell to a 4-1 penalty shootout defeat by Bosnia and Herzegovina in their playoff final on Tuesday following a 1-1 draw. | Four-time champions Italy had lost out at the playoff stage to miss the last two World Cups, and their last qualification in 2014 coincided with Bosnia's only previous appearance. Since lifting the trophy in 2006, Italy have won one game at the finals. | Bosnia will play in Group B at the World Cup, joining co-hosts Canada, Qatar and Switzerland, while Italy will be left with some serious soul-searching to do after yet another fai…
(2026-04-01). Israeli defense minister says forces to hold south Lebanon zone up to Litani River. ecns.cn Israeli Defense Minister Israel Katz said Tuesday that Israel will maintain a "security zone" in southern Lebanon up to the Litani River indefinitely, banning the return of more than 600,000 displaced residents and ordering the demolition of villages near the border.
(2026-04-01). No, NPR, Climate Change Didn't Cause the Recent Heatwave. wattsupwiththat.com The historical record shows that severe heatwaves long predate modern climate attribution narratives, and the claims made in the interview rely heavily on attribution modeling.
(2026-04-01). No Karp No Kings No Palantir. indybay.org Alternative action to the usual No Kings held on March 28.
(2001-04-26). PCB tightens hotel security after Afridi incident. tribune.com.pk 
"If you want to meet someone, inform us 24 hours in advance." The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has issued new directives to PSL franchises, further tightening security protocols at team hotels. Only close family members will be allowed into hotel rooms, and even for that, prior notice of one day will be required. The move comes as part of efforts to ensure stricter compliance with security regulations during the tournament. | According to details, a few days ago, reports emerged that Lahore Qalandars' Shaheen Shah Afridi and Sikandar Raza had brought some individuals into their hotel room without permission. T…
(2026-04-01). As climate change threatens student athlete safety, states try to adapt. grist.org 
When George LaComb moved two years ago to a new high school in Orlando, Florida, he quickly noticed safety precautions that the football team at his previous, less affluent school never had. | There was a designated recovery room, staffed by a full-time athletic trainer, giant ice baths to cool overheated athletes and indoor facilities to practice if outside got too hot. At his old school in another part of Orlando, the football team relied on one makeshift ice bath and a cafeteria table to rest on when injured. | "There's a vast difference between schools that have money and schools that don't," said LaComb,…
(2026-04-01). Trump says U.S. will leave Iran in 2 or 3 weeks. ecns.cn U.S. President Donald Trump said Tuesday that the U.S. military will leave Iran in two or three weeks.
(2026-04-01). World religious leaders say Cuba is not a threat. radiohc.cu Cuba does not represent a threat to any country, especially the United States, stated the Secretary General of the World Council of Churches, Rev. Jerry Pillay, on Tuesday at the conclusion of a pastoral visit to this Caribbean nation. | In statements to Prensa Latina, the religious leader described the designation of Cuba as unjustified, a designation used by the White House to intensify the blockade and impose its policy of maximum pressure on the island. | Pillay noted that after interacting with the religious community, the general population, and government representatives, he reaffirmed his conviction that…
(2026-04-01). Bath Iron Works naval shipyard strike betrayed as UAW subordinates workers to the war effort. wsws.org Neither the Trump administration, General Dynamics management nor the union bureaucracy could allow this strike to continue.
(2026-04-01). UPPSC 2024 Final Result Declared, 33 Muslims Among Toppers. ummid.com Uttar Pradesh Public Service Commission (UPPSC) Sunday March 29, 2026 declared the final result of Provincial Civil Services (PCS) Examination 2024 on its official website along with the list of toppers recommended for various posts.
(2026-04-01). Fidel Castro's grandson backs capitalism and Trump deal, slams Cuba leader. scmp.com Amid ongoing talks between the Trump administration and Cuban leaders, Sandro Castro, the controversial grandson of Fidel Castro, told a major US television news network that most Cubans on the island want to embrace capitalism and that the country's hand-picked president, Miguel Diaz-Canel, has done a poor job. | His statements to CNN's Havana correspondent, Patrick Oppmann, echoed earlier calls by US Secretary of State Marco Rubio for a change of leadership in Havana, and seem to suggest that…
(2026-04-01). East Bay Community Dinner for Activists – Enjoys Successful Launch. indybay.org potluck community dinner for East Bay activists…
(2026-04-01). Pocket gardens: The tiny urban oases with surprisingly big benefits. grist.org 
(2026-04-01). Workers strike auto parts manufacturer in Findlay, Ohio. wsws.org Located about 60 miles south of Toledo, parts from the Findlay plant make their way into the final assembly of engines, cars and light trucks produced by General Motors, Ford and Stellantis throughout the Great Lakes region.
(2026-04-01). China launches national EV battery traceability platform to boost green industry. ecns.cn China on Wednesday launched a national information platform to trace traction batteries used in new energy vehicles (NEVs), aiming to support the green and circular development of the country's fast-growing electric vehicle industry.
(2026-04-01). Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps: From now on, for every assassination, one American company will be destroyed. wibailoutpeople.org 
BREAKING: Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps: From now on, for every assassination, one American company will be destroyed. Warning from the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps to the ruling body of the aggressor America: You ignored our repeated warnings regarding the necessity of stopping terrorist operations, and today, both in your terrorist attacks and those of your …
(2026-04-01). Nation's factory activity ramps up in March. ecns.cn China's manufacturing activity returned to expansion territory in March, offering an early sign that policy support is beginning to feed through to the real economy as measures to boost demand and stabilize growth gain traction, experts said on Tuesday.
(2026-04-01). How to know when time to restring your racquet. independentaustralia.net 
(2026-04-01). Gino Paoli, leading voice of postwar Italian popular music, dies at 91. wsws.org Paoli's work helped define the "cantautore" tradition and expressed Italy's complex cultural transformation amid postwar reconstruction and social change.
(2001-04-26). Sharjeel Memon inaugurates EV Taxi scheme in Karachi. tribune.com.pk 
Sindh's Senior Minister for Transport, Sharjeel Memon, on Wednesday inaugurated an Electric Vehicle (EV) Taxi project in the province, signing an agreement with Sindh Bank, the Sindh Development Fund (SDF), and the Sindh Mass Transit Authority. | Speaking at the ceremony, Memon said the initiative aims to promote environmentally friendly transport, enhance urban mobility, and create employment opportunities for the youth of Sindh. The project will also introduce online EV technology to make services more efficient and technologically advanced. | Read More: OGRA jacks up LPG price by Rs79 per kg | "The Sindh go…
(2026-04-01). 'Papers Please' at Marine Boot Camp Graduation: ICE to Check IDs at Parris Island Family Days. lataco.com ICE agents will be stationed at the access points of Marine Corps Recruit Depot Parris Island during Recruit Family Days and Graduation ceremonies to conduct enhanced screening and check visitors' lawful immigration status.
(2026-04-01). Tuesday 3/31: Next After No Kings 3? Community Organizing Call for Our Next Steps. indybay.org Virtual event – join from anywhere…
(2026-04-01). JD's ex-VP Cai Lei enters terminal stage of ALS. ecns.cn Cai Lei, former vice president of JD.com, has entered the terminal stage of amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS) after six years of battling against ALS since 2019.
(2026-04-01). 'A law of death that only applies to Palestinians'. aljazeera.com Protesters demanded UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer act, not just condemn, Israel's death penalty law for Palestinians.
(2026-04-01). Adnan, Ashraf, Azim, Fatema among JAM 2026 Toppers, check full list. ummid.com Syed Adnan Shafi, Afimol Ashraf, Ryan Azim Shaikh, Muskan Fatema, and Arisha Tauqeer are among the JAM 2026 toppers the list of which was released by the Indian Institute of Technology Bombay (IIT Bombay) Thursday.
(2026-04-01). 'We miss the simplest things': Tehran residents on edge after month of war. geo.tv 
(2026-04-01). Five arrested as police violently disperse protest against new death penalty law. haaretz.com Foreign Press Association slams 'attack on journalists performing their work' after veteran photographer injured by water cannon…
(2026-04-01). Two Rahmani 30 students secure fully funded MBBS admissions in Turkey, Italy. ummid.com Two students of Rahmani30, Mohammad Rehan Shahid and Md Rayhan Perwez, have secured fully funded MBBS admissions to medical universities in Turkey and Italy through competitive scholarship-based selection processes.
(2026-04-01). Netanyahu determined to fast-track Haredi military draft exemption, sources say. haaretz.com Netanyahu aims to bundle the exemption with extending service and reservist benefits to secure coalition backing, while citing IDF manpower warnings to blunt criticism. Failure could push Haredi parties toward opposition deals ahead of elections…
(2026-04-01). Why Capitalism Relies on Nature and Care Work It Does Not Pay For. counterpunch.org 
Modern economies depend on a range of essential inputs that are not fully priced or exchanged in markets. These include ecosystem functions—such as clean air, climate regulation, and biodiversity—as well as care and reproductive work, including raising children, maintaining households, and supporting the elderly. Despite their immense value, they have been privatized or commodified only
(2026-04-01). Thursday 4/2: Tell Target To STAND UP TO ICE! indybay.org Metreon Target: 789 Mission Street. Meet on the sidewalk by the Mission Street entrance.
(2026-04-01). American journalist kidnapped in Baghdad. aljazeera.com American freelance journalist Shelly Kittleson has been kidnapped in broad daylight in Baghdad.
(2026-04-01). Iraq defeat Bolivia 2-1 to qualify for FIFA World Cup 2026. aljazeera.com Goals from Ali al-Hamadi and Aymen Hussein send Iraq to their first FIFA World Cup since 1986.
(2026-04-01). Invading Iran, the US Forgot all the Lessons of WW I. juancole.com Bloomington, IN (Special to Informed Comment; Feature) — If you plan to make a living guiding the affairs of great nations, it probably behooves you to pay attention in high school history class. In the interest of remedying this possible negligence, I offer the follow lesson on World War I, which my grandfather who fought in it called "the Great War." | Of course, the lesson everyone knows is that the war broke out because Serbian terrorists assassinated the Austrian heir to the throne, an event that Bismarck is said have predicted would be the "some damn fool thing in the Balkans" that would start a world…
(2026-04-01). Thursday 4/2: Hands Off My Voice & My Body-Workers & Labor Groups To Rally At SF Federal Building. indybay.org San Francisco Federal Building | 450 Golden Gate St. | San Francisco…
(2026-04-01). Liz Truss Appointed by Trump to Dismantle the 'Deep Space Blob'. bylinetimes.com White House Officials have confirmed that former British Prime Minister, Liz Truss, is to become a senior administrator within NASA with 'immediate effect' following an executive directive made by Donald Trump late on Tuesday night. | The appointment follows Mrs. Truss's appearance at the CPAC conference in Texas last week where Trump officials were said to have been deeply impressed by the "astonishing breadth of her intellect and political vision" as well as her determination to create a MEGA (Make England Great Again) movement in the UK. | "The President is a big fan of Prime Minister Truss's YouTube channe…
(2026-04-01). China's surgical robots serve patients worldwide. ecns.cn Seated at a console inside a hospital in southwest China's Sichuan Province, Piotr Suwalski, a Polish doctor, fixed his gaze on the screen ahead of him while manipulating a surgical robot located more than 7,000 km away in Poland.
(2026-04-01). Judge halts Trump ballroom project; Trump says work can go on. aljazeera.com Donald Trump seemed to suggest work on the $400 million White House ballroom could continue despite a judge's order.
(2026-04-01). JBLM DES Protection Division – A Threat to Our Community. indybay.org The JBLM DES Protection Division has been the subject of multiple allegations that it violated civil rights, particularly through surveillance and intelligence-gathering activities targeting non-military-affiliated civilians involved in political protests, and other 1st Amendment protected activities.
(2026-04-01). First Black astronaut candidate 'proud' Victor Glover will make history. aljazeera.com First Black astronaut candidate Ed Dwight says he's "really proud" of Victor Glover who's set to make history.
(2026-04-01). ALF Inflicts $40,000 in Damages at Utah Animal Feed Facility. indybay.org Although a communiquè has not yet been received by the North American Animal Liberation Press Office, news reports from Beryl, Utah, claimed that the Animal Liberation Front (ALF) has caused $40,000 in damages to machinery used to produce food for animals on factory farms.
(2026-04-01). Tuesday 3/31: We Can't Beat Trump Fascism and Genocide with Pro-Israel Candidates Like Scott Weiner! indybay.org SYDNEY GOLDSTEIN THEATER- 275 HAYES STREET SF.
(2026-04-01). Middle East Conflict: Iran is playing Chess setting its own rules. ummid.com Analysts, policymakers and commentators now routinely describe Iran's actions as deliberate, layered and patient—defined not by immediate gains, but by positional advantage accumulated over time.
(2026-04-01). Free Market Ozempic Will Make a Huge Difference to Tens of Millions of People. counterpunch.org 
The New York Times had an interesting piece on the implications of Ozempic becoming available as a generic in India, China, and several other countries. The drop in price could eventually be close to 99 percent in these countries. According to the piece, Ozempic sells for close to $300 for a month's dosage in developing
(2026-04-01). When Motherhood Becomes a Responsibility before Being an Option. icrc.org
(2026-04-01). Middle East: Hostilities are eroding the foundations of civilian life. icrc.org
(2026-04-01). Thursday 4/9: Religious Freedom for All: Rethinking Liberty Beyond Belief – Keep Church & State Separate. indybay.org
(2026-04-01). Executive Summary: Evaluation of Cutaneous Leishmaniasis and Diabetes Mellitus Programs in Syria. icrc.org
(2026-04-01). ICRC voices: How physical rehabilitation is changing lives in Somalia. icrc.org
(2026-04-01). Jordan: ICRC president concludes official visit to discuss humanitarian situation in the Middle East and joint efforts to revive respect for the rules of war. icrc.org
(2026-04-01). Advancing Peacekeeping and the Humanitarian Imperative in a Fragmented World. icrc.org
(2026-04-01). Overcoming barriers: Helping Hebron residents in the West Bank thrive despite movement restrictions. icrc.org
(2026-04-01). The 24th Red Cross International Humanitarian Law Moot (Asia-Pacific Region) Concludes Successfully Handong International Law School Crowned Champion. icrc.org
(2026-04-01). The ICRC's Bangkok Regional Delegation: Key Activities in 2025. icrc.org
(2026-04-01). Poland: The First Ever Workshop for Western and Central European National Societies on Involvement in Military Exercises. icrc.org
(2026-04-01). Afghanistan: Searching for water is a daily battle for many Afghan families. icrc.org
(2026-04-01). NATO rift widens as Poland refuses to send Patriots for Trump's Iran war. hindustantimes.com
(2026-04-01). Drone debris kills 1 person in Fujairah, 14 injured in central Israel. albawaba.com
(2026-04-01). Myanmar earthquake response: One year on. icrc.org
(2026-04-01). Poland: Communication in a Crisis workshop for National Societies. icrc.org
(2026-04-01). Frequently Asked Questions: IHL and the escalating conflict in the Middle East. icrc.org
(2026-04-01). Chad: A daily quest for water. icrc.org
(2026-04-01). One year after Myanmar's earthquake, recovery continues amid conflict. icrc.org
(2026-04-01). Nowruz in the shadow of war: A call to protect civilians. icrc.org
(2026-04-01). Central African Republic: Amid ongoing hostilities, Clotilde remains resilient. icrc.org
(2026-04-01). Wednesday 4/29: How to Engage & Register Voters w/ Care, Clarity & Compliance to Protect Your Organization. indybay.org
(2026-04-01). ICRC president: War on essential infrastructure is war on civilians; every effort to de-escalate is critical. icrc.org
(2026-04-01). "Our generation is planting the seeds of system failure in international law, but it is our children who will have to harvest this violent future." icrc.org
(2026-04-01). From Baghdad to Albany: Listening to the Iraqis we Were Bombing. juancole.com
(2026-04-01). 150 Years of Trust, Humanity and Service in Serbia and Montenegro. icrc.org
(2026-04-01). Poland: Families of the missing are not alone. icrc.org
(2026-04-01). Irán niega negociación con EEUU y asegura estar preparado para cualquier ataque terrestre. cubadebate.cu "Lo que está ocurriendo no son negociaciones, sino intercambio de mensajes que se transmiten directamente o mediante aliados regionales", dijo el canciller iraní y añadió que Teherán exige "el fin total de la guerra en toda la región". El CGRI afirmó que desde este miércoles atacará oficinas de compañías tecnológicas de EE.UU. en la región.
(2026-04-01). Activismo de Cuba en derechos humanos es reconocido en el mundo. radiohc.cu El ministro cubano de Relaciones Exteriores, Bruno Rodríguez resaltó este martes el reconocimiento internacional que ostenta el activismo de Cuba en materia derechos humanos. | En su cuenta en la red social X, el canciller señaló que dicho prestigio se evidencia con el respaldo a tres resoluciones presentadas por la mayor isla de las Antillas, adoptadas en el Consejo de Derechos Humanos de Naciones Unidas. | Subrayó que durante el 61 período de sesiones de ese órgano se aprobaron las iniciativas de Cuba relacionadas con el derecho a la alimentación, los derechos culturales y los impactos negativos de la deuda ext…
(2026-04-01). Alternativas para mantener vivos los servicios bancarios en La Habana. cubadebate.cu La Habana tiene cerca de doscientos cajeros automáticos funcionando. Llegó a tener más de quinientos. Esa cifra, por sí sola, resume una parte de lo que ha ocurrido en el sistema bancario capitalino en los últimos años: un proceso de ajuste forzado por el deterioro de los equipos, el vandalismo y la necesidad de controlar la salida de efectivo en medio de una demanda que no deja de crecer.
(2026-04-01). Trump fija plazo límite para retirarse de Irán. radiohc.cu El presidente de Estados Unidos (EE.UU.), Donald Trump fijó este martes un plazo límite para que culmine la participación de su país en la guerra contra Irán. | Consultado en la Casa Blanca sobre cuándo concluirá el involucramiento de Washington en el conflicto, señaló que cree que en ´dos o tres semanas ª Estados Unidos ´se irá ª de Irán. | El mandatario hizo la afirmación tras sostener que su país está ´golpeando muy duro ª a la nación persa, y que en la noche anterior había ´dejado fuera de servicio enormes cantidades de instalaciones de fabricación de misiles ª,…
(2026-04-01). Italia se queda otra vez fuera del Mundial, mientras Suecia, Turquía y República Democrática del Congo ganan boletos. cubadebate.cu Italia se quedó por tercera vez consecutiva sin Mundial tras caer este martes ante Bosnia y Herzegovina en penaltis en la última jornada de repechaje rumbo a la Copa Mundial de Fútbol 2026. En esta fecha obtuvo su boleto también la República Popular del Congo. Se sumaron los seleccionados de Suecia, República Checa y Turquía.
(2026-04-01). Argentina impide ingreso al activista Thiago àÅvila, integrante de Flotilla Global Sumud y convoy Nuestra América. cubadebate.cu El activista brasileño Thiago àÅvila, integrante de la Global Sumud Flotilla y del convoy solidario internacional Nuestra América, que recientemente llevó solidaridad y ayuda humanitaria a Cuba, fue retenido este martes en el Aeroparque Jorge Newbery, de Buenos Aires, y se le prohibió el ingreso a Argentina.
(2026-04-01). Destacan impacto de nuevos billetes de alta denominación en Cuba. radiohc.cu 
Directivos del Banco Central de Cuba (BCC) aseguraron este martes que la introducción gradual de dos nuevos billetes de alta denominación busca reducir costos operativos y mejorar la agilidad en las transacciones en efectivo, aunque se continuará promoviendo los pagos digitales. | En conferencia de prensa en La Habana, Alberto Javier Quiñones Betancourt, vicepresidente del BCC, y Julio Antonio Pérez àÅlvarez, su director de Emisión y valores, precisaron que a partir de mañana primero de abril comenzarán a circular en la capital, y después en el resto del país, billetes de dos mil y cinco mil pesos cubanos (…
(2026-04-01). Madison, April 9, 2026: Benefit Concert for Climate and Immigrant Justice. wibailoutpeople.org 
Benefit Concert for Climate and Immigrant Justice Harmony Bar & Grill, 2201 Atwood Avenue, Madison 6: 30 — 8: 30 pm A benefit concert for 350 Wisconsin and Voces de la Frontera, two organizations working tirelessly for climate justice and immigrant rights. All funds raised will be split evenly between the two organizations. Featuring rockin' blues and eclectic …
(2026-04-01). The Track Record of the Collective West In Regards to Human Rights and International Law. counterpunch.org A detached observer who wants to assess where countries stand on fundamental issues of human rights, international law, peace, development and multilateralism need only look at the voting record of States at the United Nations Security Council, General Assembly, Human Rights Council and other international agencies. Voting is where it's at. This is the bottom
(2026-04-01). Cancillería cubana agradece respaldo solidario del pueblo de Rusia. radiohc.cu 
La Cancillería de Cuba agradeció este martes al pueblo y Gobierno de Rusia por su respaldo solidario, materializado mediante la llegada de un petrolero de ese país a la isla. | En su perfil de la red social X, el Ministerio cubano de Relaciones Exteriores mucho valoró dicha ayuda por llegar en medio del cerco energético impuesto por Estados Unidos, que intenta asfixiar a la población. | De igual forma se hizo eco de las palabras de Dimitri Peskov, portavoz del presidente ruso, Vladimir Putin, cuando expresó que para la nación eslava es un deber no quedarse al margen y prestar la ayuda necesaria al pueblo de Cuba.
(2026-04-01). Líbano: Declaración de los Grupos de Resistencia Popular y Acción Comunitaria. indybay.org Declaración de la Resistencia Popular y los Grupos de Acción Comunitaria en el Líbano tras la escalada de ataques por parte de la entidad ocupante el 2 de marzo de 2026.
(2026-04-01). Ministerio de Relaciones Exteriores de Cuba agradece a China su apoyo a la isla. radiohc.cu 
El Ministerio de Relaciones Exteriores de Cuba agradeció este martes la firme postura de China al rechazar el bloqueo económico, comercial y financiero que EEUU le impone a la isla desde hace casi 70 años. | Igualmente, destacó el apoyo del gigante asiático en la defensa de la soberanía del pueblo cubano. | En su perfil de la red social X, adosó la foto de Mao Ning, portavoz de la Cancillería china, y una síntesis de las palabras que pronunciara la víspera, en rueda de prensa en Beijing, en la que instó a Washington a detener de inmediato las presiones, el bloqueo y las sanciones contra Cuba, en un nuevo llamado…
(2026-04-01). ICAIC estrenará dos películas en abril. radiohc.cu 
El Instituto Cubano del Arte e Industria Cinematográficos (ICAIC) estrenará durante el mes de abril dos filmes: el mediometraje de dibujos animados 'Doble Play', y el largometraje 'Nora'. | Lo anterior se conoció este martes, en conferencia de prensa dirigida por el presidente de la institución Alexis Triana Hernández. | Sobre 'Doble Play', se informó que la proyección se realizará en la Semana de la Victoria. ´Se trata de una película inspirada en el béisbol cubano, una animación que toma elementos del anime y lo adapta al contexto nacional", explicó la directora de Animados ICAIC, Esther Hirzel. Imagen i…
(2026-04-01). Canada, Stati Uniti e NATO: la trappola ineludibile. strategic-culture.su Il Canada cerca di prepararsi a una potenziale invasione statunitense pur rimanendo nella NATO. | Segue nostro La recente decisione del governo canadese di espandere in modo significativo la propria presenza militare nell'Artico rivela ben più di una semplice preoccupazione per la sovranità territoriale. In realtà , riflette una crisi strutturale più profonda: la crescente instabilità all'interno dello stesso blocco occidentale e l'indeb…
(2026-04-01). Saturday 4/11: Palestine and the Palestinian People before October 7th: Lecture 7. indybay.org Edith Stone Room, Albany Library…
(2026-03-31). Auguries of Failure: Israel Invades Lebanon, Yet Again. counterpunch.org 
When will Israel realise that invading Lebanon with paralytic compulsion can never be the solution to its security ills? Having destroyed Gaza with existential, illegal fury, the Israeli Defense Forces have commenced operations in Lebanon with a similar, devastating imprint. Doltishly assuming that the Lebanon front would stay quiet as it went about its business committing the
(2026-03-31). UNRWA chief seeks probe into killing of staff in Gaza war. newarab.com 
The "I believe that we need to have a panel… a high-level panel of experts to look into the killing of our staff," Philippe Lazzarini told reporters in Geneva. | Speaking at a press conference on the last day on the job as UNRWA Commissioner-Ge…
(2026-03-31). Gazans hold vigil as Israel set to execute Palestinian prisoners. newarab.com 
Palestinians held a vigil on Tuesday in Gaza City against Israel's newly-approved law allowing for the The demonstration, which took place in front of the Protester…
(2026-03-31). Iran war could result in significant economic loss for the Middle East: UNDP. tribune.com.pk 
The United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) warned on Monday that the ongoing war by the United States and Israel against Iran could result in a significant economic setback for the Middle East, with Arab nations potentially losing up to $200 billion in economic growth. | The ongoing conflict has already driven up global energy prices, further straining the global economy. An earlier UN report highlighted that the effective closure of the Strait of Hormuz has contributed to rising food and fertiliser prices. This trend is expected to disproportionately affect poorer nations. | In a report issued today, tit…
(2026-03-31). Democracy Now! 2026-03-31 Tuesday. democracynow.org Headlines for March 31, 2026; "Deeply Illegal, Unconstitutional": Trump's Birthright Citizenship Ban Reaches Supreme Court; U.S. Pressure on Cuba Continues Despite Arrival of Russian Oil Tanker; The AI War on Iran: Project Maven, a Secretive Palantir-Run System, Helps Pentagon Pick Bomb Targets | Headlines for March 31, 2026; "Deeply Illegal, Unconstitutional": Trump's Birthright Citizenship Ban Reaches Supreme Court; U.S. Pressure on Cuba Continues Despite Arrival of Russian Oil Tanker; The AI War on Iran: Project Maven, a Secretive Palantir-Run System, Helps Pentagon Pick Bomb…
(2026-03-31). How selective outrage over Iran war exposes the limits of realpolitik. scmp.com As with any conflict, the war in Iran has driven people to choose sides and adopt partisan positions. This includes the view that, despite the acts of aggression by the US and Israel, the Islamic Republic somehow "deserves" the attacks due to years of regional instability caused by its Axis of Resistance. | This is not to suggest that the Iranian regime has always been a victim. The Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps' transgressions through the Quds Force have been well documented.
(2026-03-31). Netanyahu: Iran still a threat to Israel, no longer an existential. haaretz.com Netanyahu said in a recorded statement that Iran still has the ability to threaten Israel, but 'can no longer threaten our existence.' In June 2025, the PM said Israel 'had removed two immediate existential threats' and declared a 'historic victory'…
(2026-03-31). We took LSD in Sinai, and ended up following in the footsteps of Moses. haaretz.com As Israel and Iran exchanged fire, I fled with friends to Mount Sinai. We dropped acid, met mystics and hermits, visited sacred sites and remote mosques — until worshippers demanded to know where we came from…
(2026-03-31). FO Exclusive: The Dangerous Implications of the New US/Israel—Iran War. fairobserver.com Editor-in-Chief Atul Singh and FOI Senior Partner Glenn Carle, a retired CIA officer who now advises companies, governments and organizations on geopolitical risk, continue the March 2026 edition of FO Exclusive by discussing the most consequential development of the month: the widening US—Israel war with Iran. They frame the conflict not simply as a regional…
(2026-03-31). Iran says it has 'will' to end war, as Trump zigzags on escalation. scmp.com Iran has the "necessary will" to end the war with the US and Israel, President Masoud Pezeshkian said on Tuesday, stressing that Tehran was seeking guarantees the conflict would not flare up again. | The comment by the head of state — which boosted markets in the US — came after a day of heavy strikes on Iran and followed a tough warning from the powerful Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps.
(2026-03-31). IRGC 'recruiting child soldiers' in US-Israel war on Iran: HRW. newarab.com 
The The IRGC's 'Homeland Defending Combatants for Iran' Division had reportedly lowered the recruitment age to 12, something that is a grave violation of children's rights and viewed as a war crime under international law, HRW reported. | The…
(2026-03-31). The war on Iran is transforming the global economy: Economist Michael Hudson explains how. mronline.org 
The U.S.-Israeli war on Iran is altering the geopolitical order, and could cause a global economic crisis. Economist Michael Hudson discusses the shock in the oil market and Tehran's challenge to U.S. dominance.
(2026-03-31). US hypocrisy over respecting 'Israel's right' to murder Palestinians. thecanary.co 
The US has said it 'respects Israel's right to determine its own laws'. Meanwhile, it is denying countries with a Muslim majority, such as Iran, that same right. BREAKING: US says it respects Israel's 'right to determine its own laws' after Knesset approves death penalty for Palestinians üî¥ LIVE updates: t.co/jUFsTtQBHU pic.twitter.com/M7cIT20LOW — Al Jazeera […] | By
(2026-03-31). The U.S.-Israeli War on Iran Is Illegal. Here's Why That Matters. fpif.org The U.S. and Israeli war has, from its very beginning, violated both U.S. domestic and international law. | The legal consequences go beyond specific violations. Washington and Tel Aviv's breaches of the UN Charter and other legal frameworks also undermine the very foundations of the rule of law. Even while international legal institutions too often lack sufficient capacity to enforce their decisions, they still provide a crucial framework for protest, for pressure on individual governments, and for the hope of a future world where the rule of law is paramount. | Now, however, that future is in more danger than a…
(2026-03-31). American journalist Shelly Kittleson abducted in Baghdad. newarab.com 
An American journalist was kidnapped Tuesday in Baghdad by a suspected Iranian-backed Iraqi armed group, the United States said, as regional security deteriorates following the US-Israeli attack on Iran. | The State Department said it had warned the journalist of security risks and was working to ensure the American's release "as soon as possible". | "An individual with ties to the Iranian-aligned militia group Kataib Hezballah believed to be involved in the kidnapping has been taken into custody by Iraqi authorities," Dylan Johnson, the assistant secretary of state for global public affairs, wrote on X. | Previo…
(2026-03-31). PECO employees union allege company isn't bargaining in good faith as midnight deadline nears. whyy.org This story is part of the From the Poconos to the Jersey Shore to the mouth of the Delaware Bay, what do you want to know about climate change? What would you like us to cover?
| The union representing PECO's 1,600-member workforce, International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers Local 614, said the company is not bargaining in good faith as the current contract is set to expire at midnight on April 1. The union filed an unfair labo…
(2026-03-31). Next Up to The Mic: Ian Macks at The Low Beat. mediasanctuary.org This week, Thom Francis introduces us to Albany-based poet and writer Ian Macks. On March 19, 2019, Ian was the featured poet at the Brass Tacks poetry and spoken word open mic series at The Low Beat in Albany, NY. | +++++ | Currently based in the Capitol Region of NY, Ian Macks originally hails from The Bronx. As a youth, Ian was non-verbal for most of his first decade on Earth. This early point of view manifested into Ian's emotional sensitivities on love, loss, racism, and hardship. Now, Ian's distinct voice and literary light shines whenever he takes the stage and performs his work at various open mics and…
(2026-03-31). How Uganda's New Tax Levies Will Hit Your Pocket. plusnews.ug 
As boda boda riders weave through Kampala's traffic and households juggle rising food and transport costs across the country, Uganda's latest tax proposals are sharpening a familiar anxiety: how much more will ordinary citizens pay, and what will they get in return. Government is finalising a range of Revenue Enhancement and Compliance Measures for FY2026/27, …
(2026-03-31). WHYY Newscast for Tuesday 6:00 a.m. whyy.org The latest local headlines from WHYY…
(2026-03-31). Barbecue, Empire, and Haiti's Child Soldiers. counterpunch.org 
A shaky video shot in the streets of Solino in October 2024 captures the reality unfolding in Haiti. In the clip, a contingent of young men and child soldiers wave guns in the air and chant triumphantly: "Take Solino! If you are not with Viv Ansanm, we will burn you all together." It is a brief, jolting window into the growing power of the Viv Ansanm (Living Together) paramilitary coalition and the central role of children within its ranks.
(2026-03-31). Spiteful Starmer suspends MP who criticised jury reforms. thecanary.co 
Keir Starmer has suspended Karl Turner MP after the latter made several criticisms of the Labour government. It also follows an interview Turner gave to independent journalist and Canary contributor Jody McIntyre: üö® BREAKING: Karl Turner MP has had the Labour whip suspended after criticising the Government's reforms to jury trials — Politics UK (@PolitlcsUK) […] | By
(2026-03-31). The Deafening Abdication of Four Ex-Presidents on Trump. counterpunch.org 
What should the American people, especially the hundreds of millions of their voters, expect Presidents Bill Clinton, George W. Bush, Barack Obama, and Joe Biden to do against the vicious, serial law-violating, violent, corrupt, agency-dismantling Donald Trump and the crony Trumpsters who are wrecking our government and our economy? These former Presidents should mobilize the
(2026-03-31). India-bound Iranian aircraft scheduled for aid mission hit by US airstrike. ptcnews.tv PTC News Desk: An Iranian aircraft bound for India, was reportedly struck during a United States airstrike at Mashhad International Airport in Iran, disrupting a scheduled humanitarian mission. | As part of aid operation, the aircraft was scheduled to fly to New Delhi in the coming days and was stationed at Mashhad airport . | Mahan Air aircraft was hit by the US in an airstrike at Mashhad Airport. The plane was scheduled to fly to Delhi for humanitarian aid," the sources said. | There has been no immediate confirmation from the United States on the reported strike. | The incident comes at a time whe Iran is rep…
(2026-03-31). Federal judge finds Trump violated First Amendment by ordering NPR, PBS defunded. whyy.org From Philly and the Pa. suburbs to South Jersey and Delaware, what would you like WHYY News to cover? A recent court ruling reaffirming the editorial independence of public media organizations offers a legal victory for local stations like WHYY, but does little to address the industry's financial uncertainty. | A federal judge issued an opinion Tuesday blocking President Donald Trump from implementing an executive order ending federal funding for National Public Radio and the Public Broadcasting Service. The directive had already led to the shutting of the Corporation for Pu…
(2026-03-31). WHYY Newscast for Tuesday, 2:00 p.m. whyy.org The latest local headlines from WHYY…
(2026-03-31). Philadelphia unions and residents condemn mass school closures and education cuts. peoplesworld.org 
PHILADELPHIA—Outside the February Monthly Action Meeting of the Philadelphia School Board, unions representing Philadelphia School District employees rallied in opposition to a proposed plan that would see more than a dozen school closures. Philadelphia Federation of Teachers (PFT3), Unite Here Local 634, Teamsters Local 502 (CASA), SEIU 32 BJ, and School Police Association of Philadelphia …
(2026-03-31). Staircase to Nowhere: MAGA's Crowning Achievement. commondreams.org 
In a perhaps unprecedented dark time for America and the world, let us take solace in our indomitable Dear Stable Genius, who remains unwaveringly focused on taking care of shiny business: Gold social security cards like Elvis, a $400 million, lopsided shed/ballroom with gaudy columns but no main entrance, and of course gold toilets – which all keeps him so busy he hardly has time to threaten Iran with war crimes. What a time to be alive, barely.In actual good news, No Kings Day 3.0 drew between 8 and 12 million people, thus hovering tantalizingly close to the 3.5% of a nation's populace historically required…
(2026-03-31). Federal judge orders Penn to turn over information on Jewish staffers as part of discrimination investigation. whyy.org From Philly and the Pa. suburbs to South Jersey and Delaware, what would you like WHYY News to cover? A federal judge has ordered the University of Pennsylvania to comply with a federal government subpoena demanding information on Jewish faculty, ostensibly part of an investigation into antisemitism on campus. | U.S. District Judge Gerald J. Pappert said employees can refuse to take part in the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission investigation, but the agency "needs the opportunity to talk to them directly to learn if they have evidence of discrimination." | Pappert…
(2026-03-31). Spain busts 'maze-like' drug tunnel to Morocco. newarab.com 
(2026-03-31). US allows Russian oil tanker to dock in Cuba even as Trump threatens military action. wsws.org Letting in a single Russian oil tanker, while simultaneously boasting that "Cuba's next" shows that the regime-change operation is only accelerating.
(2026-03-31). Help Arrives for Cuba in Crisis, as Most Nations Stand Aside. counterpunch.org 
Streets and hospital corridors at night in Cuba are dark. Cars and buses don't move. Cubans walk or ride bicycles. Trash doesn't move. Trucks lack fuel. Offices, production units, and hospital operating rooms are closed down. Older people and babies are dying. Oil tankers had not arrived for over three months, especially after the U.S.
(2026-03-31). Pope rebukes Hegseth's prayers, labeling them as bloodlust. peoplesworld.org 
Pope Leo II launched the beginning of the holiest week on the Christian calendar with what is seen worldwide as a sharp attack on U.S. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth and the right-wing Christian nationalist movement he is pushing. The Pope said, "God refuses the prayers of leaders who have hands full of blood." His remarks …
(2026-03-31). Another Death at Adelanto: Family Seeks Truth as L.A.'s Mexican Consulate Highlights 'Alarming Trend' of ICE Custody Fatalities. lataco.com Detainees who witnessed the 14th ICE detention death made several outbound calls to rapid responders for help.
(2026-03-31). The Emperor is Naked: EU Nations Say NO to US Diktats Ep. 191. thealtworld.com Live coverage of the war on Iran. Updates, analysis, and the latest developments as the conflict escalates across the region.
(2026-03-31). CAPTURED: Birth to death timelapse of a tornado. wattsupwiththat.com Every once in awhile something comes along that just makes you sit back and watch in awe. This is one of those times. Jakob McMillin writes on X: (click to…
(2026-03-31). RIC: The Russia — India — China Construct in a Contested Multipolar World. infobrics.org Instead of advocating for competing visions, Russia, India and China must explore interoperability standards, joint financing for third-country projects, and complementary corridor development. RIC must remain issue-based rather than evolving into a formal alliance, preserving utility while avoiding a bloc formation that could trigger balancing responses…
(2026-03-31). With the death penalty for Palestinians, Israel signals: Long live the Jewish terrorists. haaretz.com Legal viability aside, the new law reveals a deeper question, reflecting a perverse dissonance in Israeli society: Why are Jewish terrorists spared the noose while Arab ones are hanged?
(2026-03-31). want a hero for a Israeli soldiers killed in Lebanon laid to rest. haaretz.com The four soldiers were killed in a close-range fight with gunmen in southern Lebanon, according to the IDF. 'We waited for you at home, and you came back — but in a coffin,' said one of the soldiers' father…
(2026-03-31). Resident doctors to strike, Starmer threatens—Time for a unified fightback to defend the NHS! wsws.org Labour's paltry offer is not only an insult to resident doctors. It is an indictment of the course of action pursued by the Resident Doctors Committee.
(2026-03-31). Vietnam Reconsiders the Belt and Road Initiative as China Redraws the Regional Economic Map. unitedworldint.com Vietnam's rethinking of the Belt and Road Initiative is not an act of weakness, but an action in response to changed realities. By Mehmet Enes Be≈üer Vietnam has walked a cautious path on China's Belt and Road Initiative (BRI) for years, not wishing to become too entangled in Beijing's geoeconomic orbit. While Hanoi has publicly …
(2026-03-31). Timing Talent: Early Investment, Late Bloomers and the Economics of Gifted Education. fairobserver.com Educational systems often resemble investors who scan a crowded market and place their capital on the stocks that rise first. Some talents surge early, compounding rapidly and rewarding timely investment. Others, however, are like undervalued assets — quiet at first, gaining strength only when the surrounding conditions shift. A system that judges too quickly risks…
(2026-03-31). Israel murders two more UN peacekeepers in Lebanon. thecanary.co 
Israel has murdered two more UN peacekeepers in Southern Lebanon, according to the UN Interim Force in Lebanon (UNIFIL). This marks the latest lethal attack against UN forces, leaving at least three dead this week. In a statement on social media, UNIFIL said: Two UNIFIL peacekeepers were tragically killed in south Lebanon today, when an […] | By
(2026-03-31). GDAMS 2026 Appeal ∑ A Call to Action Against Global Militarization. worldbeyondwar.org 
We urge governments to undertake major reductions to their military expenditure and redirect those funds to social and environmental sectors, tackling the global challenges of our time and funding human security. #WorldBEYONDWar…
(2026-03-31). It's Not Just Huerta. For Many Survivors, Silence Seems Like the Only Option. truthout.org Questions about Cesar Chavez, Dolores Huerta, and the larger movement for the rights and dignity of farmworkers hang heavy on the hearts and minds of many this week, following the New York Times report published earlier this month. The report, which was published on March 18, investigated extensive allegations of sexual assault and abuse against United Farm Workers of America (UFW) co-founder… |
(2026-03-31). New EA-37B Compass Call Electronic Warfare Jets Cross Atlantic, Middle East Next? (Updated). twz.com 
A pair of the U.S. Air Force's new Last night, open-source flight trackers
(2026-03-31). Resident doctors' training posts at risk unless they call off strike. thecanary.co 
Keir Starmer has threatened to withdraw the offer of thousands of new training positions for resident doctors if the British Medical Association (BMA) doesn't call off strike action within 48 hours. The prime minister has adopted health secretary Wes Streeting's new tactic to prevent resident doctors from striking by threatening to renege on established parts […] | By
(2026-03-31). Home care workers push to end 24-hour shifts, tell Mamdani: 'Keep your promise'. peoplesworld.org 
NEW YORK—Home care workers launched a sit-in at City Hall on March 18 demanding that Mayor Zohran Mamdani uphold his campaign promise to support the passage of Int 0615-2024, known as the "No More 24" bill, which would abolish 24-hour workdays they toil under. The sit-in was announced on International Women's Day when home care …
(2026-03-31). Tunisian journalist sentenced to two year. newarab.com 
A The SNJT union said on Tuesday that Ben Khelifa, editor-in-chief of the news website Inhiyaz, was charged with publishing false news in a case dating back more than three years. | Ben Khelifa denied the charges, saying the c…
(2026-03-31). Charlie Kirk bullet not fired from suspect's rifle, filing claims. thecanary.co 
Tyler Robinson is the man accused of murdering Charlie Kirk. Now, however, a court filing has stated that the bullet which struck Kirk cannot be matched to the rifle linked to Turner: Bullet used to kill Charlie Kirk did NOT match rifle allegedly used by suspect Tyler Robinson, new court filing claims t.co/l70QXvGBrb — Daily […] | By
(2026-03-31). Israel AG blocks funding to Haredi schools after budget vote. newarab.com 
The Israeli government's legal advisor has blocked funding to Attorney General
(2026-03-31). Rubanda District Councilors Oppose Ministry's Directive to Demote Head Teachers. plusnews.ug 
A section of Rubanda District LC.5 Councilors has protested the Ministry of Education and Sports' directive to demote head teachers whose schools performed poorly in the 2025 Primary Leaving Examinations (PLE). The debate erupted during a District Council meeting on Monday as members discussed the February 2026 directive instructing District Chief Administrative Officers and District …
(2026-03-31). Besigye, Lutale Oppose State Request to Conceal Witnesses in Treason Trial. plusnews.ug 
Jailed opposition politician Retired Col Dr Kizza Besigye and his co-accused Obeid Lutale have opposed an application by the State seeking to conceal the identities of prosecution witnesses and limit disclosure of evidence in an ongoing treason case. The matter is before the High Court Criminal Division in Kampala, presided over by Justice Emmanuel Baguma. …
(2026-03-31). PM orders crackdown on fuel smuggling. tribune.com.pk 
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Tuesday directed authorities to take strict action against the smuggling and illegal hoarding of petroleum products, citing the evolving regional situation. | The development came a day after President Asif Zardari and the prime minister assured in a high-level meeting that adequate fuel stocks were available to meet the country's needs, with future arrangements also under way. | According to a statement issued by the Prime Minister's Office, Shehbaz chaired a high-level meeting to review the petroleum supply chain, conservation measures and the steps aimed at ensuring efficien…
(2026-03-31). Tomgram: Helen Benedict, Two Different Wars, Two Different Presidents, But the Same Lies. warisacrime.org This article originally appeared at TomDispatch.com. To receive TomDispatch in your inbox three times a week, click here. Can you even remember when the U.S. went to war with Iraq in 2003, when President George W. Bush announced that, "at this hour, American and coalition forces are in the early stages of military operations to disarm …
(2026-03-31). Poll finds 74% of Brits think McSweeney is lying about stolen phone. thecanary.co 
The government's latest scandal revolves around Keir Starmer's ex-chief of staff, Morgan McSweeney, and his allegedly stolen mobile which could have contained messages between him and Peter Mandelson. The government attempted to put this scandal to bed by accusing doubters of being conspiracy theorists. Now, a poll from the non-profit, More in Common, has revealed […] | By
(2026-03-31). Iran confirms general sanctioned by US over oil network killed. newarab.com 
Revolutionary Guards commander-in-chief Ahmad Vahidi issued a message of c…
(2026-03-31). Racist and unlawful: death penalty law is driven by bloodlust. haaretz.com Approving the law devalues human life, serves terror organizations, and underscores Israel's abandonment of liberal values, revealing a reactionary regime. Any court that approves it is unfit to sit in judgment…
(2026-03-31). DWP tax changes to Motability will cost users £400 each. thecanary.co 
The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) has announced tax changes that could cost disabled Motability users £400 each. Of course, this will prevent many people from accessing the scheme. In turn, this will stop disabled people from accessing work, healthcare, and other responsibilities. Terrible of @UKLabour to impose these charges on sick vulnerable disabled […] | By
(2026-03-31). The New York Times Finally Has "Fresh Doubts" About Trump's Diplomacy. counterpunch.org 
(2026-03-31). Nawrocki calls for 'repairs' in EU. infobrics.org Divergences between Warsaw and Brussels are escalating.
(2026-03-31). Colombia's finance minister abandons central bank meeting over latest interest rate hike. colombiareports.com Colombia's Finance Minister German Avila walked out of a meeting with the Central Bank's board of directors after they decided to increase the bank's interest rate. At a press conference, Avila said that the bank's decision to increase the interest rate with one percentage point to 11.25% "will have a sustained and significant impact on …
(2026-03-31). The Scourge of the Sky: a Glyph. counterpunch.org 
(2026-03-31). Voices from No Kings in Albany. mediasanctuary.org Albany's second "No Kings" rally on March 28 took place on Central Avenue, primarily between Colvin Avenue and North Allen Street, organized by Indivisible Albany and 10 other organizations that are part of a coalition. An estimated 20,000 demonstrators filled the sidewalks holding signs, ringing cowbells and shouting as the carvan of cars many honking, slowly pass by. | Hudson Mohawk Magazine was there, and Andrea Cunliffe brings you this on site report of the Voices from the NO KINGS 3 Protest.
(2026-03-31). An interview with Professor John Mearsheimer that I highly recommend to the Community. gilbertdoctorow.com As readers of my website know very well, I very rarely use this platform to promote articles or podcasts of others. Today I make an exception and strongly urge the Community to watch the interview with Professor John Mearsheimer conducted by Judge Andrew Napolitano on Judging Freedom in the past hour. Watch to the very …
(2026-03-31). Luwero Trade Crackdown Sparks Resistance from Vendors, Boda Riders. plusnews.ug Vendors and boda boda riders in Luwero Town have defied a directive ordering them to vacate ungazetted areas ahead of the enforcement of a new trade order. Luwero Town Clerk, Lydia Nabaasa, issued a notice on March 26, announcing what she described as a reorganisation and town-wide cleaning exercise. Nabaasa explained that the initiative is …
(2026-03-31). WHYY's 'We the People': Revolution for Everyone. whyy.org WHYY's We the People: Revolution for Everyone explores how the Haitian and French Revolutions reshaped freedom, citizenship, and belonging—then and now.
(2026-03-31). K-P threatens FCC move over NFC share dispute. tribune.com.pk 
The Khyber-Pakhtunkhwa (K-P) government told the Centre on Tuesday that it could file a petition in the Federal Constitutional Court (FCC) against all parties for not giving its due share on account of the merger of 6.1 million population of the tribal districts with the province. | K-P Chief Minister Sohail Afridi raised the issue during his meetings with the federal finance minister and the Planning minister. The three other provinces last week refused to support the interim National Finance Commission (NFC) award that K-P had demanded in lieu of the merger of tribal districts since 2018. | According to a st…
(2026-03-31). WHYY Newscast for Tuesday, 11:00 a.m. whyy.org The latest local headlines from WHYY…
(2026-03-31). Tempi Trial Starts After Three Years of Anger and Unanswered Questions. unicornriot.ninja 
(2026-03-31). Palestinian activist Nerdeen Kiswani and her attorneys speak out on Zionist assassination plot. wsws.org A member of the Jewish Defense League Brotherhood 613 planned to firebomb Kiswani's home in Brooklyn, NY, with the aim of killing her, her husband and her 10-month-old baby.
(2026-03-31). Mothin Ali corrects Starmer's Green Party slander. thecanary.co 
Green Party deputy leader Mothin Ali has responded to an attack from Keir Starmer: NEW: Green deputy leader @MothinAli responds to @Keir_Starmer's claim the Greens would leave UK "weak & exposed" bc of @ZackPolanski's anti-Nato stance. Ali says UK's "long-term interests lie in reducing dependence on Trump's US" but Starmer is "too weak to stand […] | By
(2026-03-31). U.S. Civil War II — or Australian Independence Day. independentaustralia.net 
(2026-03-31). US top court rules against state ban on 'conversion therapy' for LGBTQ+ youth. scmp.com The US Supreme Court on Tuesday ruled against a law banning "conversion therapy" for LGBTQ+ kids in Colorado, one of about two dozen states that ban the discredited practice. | An 8-1 High Court majority sided with a Christian counsellor who argues the law banning talk therapy violates the First Amendment. The justices agreed that the law raises free speech concerns and sent it back to a lower court to decide if it meets a legal standard that few laws pass.
(2026-03-31). La economía rusa ante la guerra impuesta por Occidente. strategic-culture.su Será interesante ver cómo se reordenará la economía rusa cuando termine el conflicto en Ucrania y cuando la guerra en Irán estabilice los precios y cadenas de suministro de mercancías. | Junte-se a nós no e . | Escreva para nó…
(2026-03-31). Les conséquences de la guerre contre l'Iran. thealtworld.com Contrairement à ce que nous ont expliqué nos médias, les Gardiens de la révolution ne sont pas des fanatiques assoiffés de sang. Ils n'ont pas massacré leur propre peuple en janvier. Ce sont des patriotes qui défendent leur civilisation et luttent contre l'exploitation impérialiste. Aujourd'hui, ils nous donnent une leàßon de courage en répliquant à l'agression qu'ils subissent.: | Pour la première fois, un peuple agressé par la plus importante force militaire de l'Histoire réplique contre les bases militaires et les investissements à l'étranger de son adversaire. C'est une manière de faire la guerr…
(2026-03-31). Ucraina e Iran, contesti bellici diversi entro la medesima cornice globale. strategic-culture.su Come i differenti fronti ora interagiscono direttamente tra loro. | Segue nostro E' oramai ufficialmente deflagrato il secondo maggiore conflitto militare dopo quello in Ucraina, che vede contrapposte le forze combinate di Washington e Tel Aviv ad una notevole potenza di livello regionale come la Repubblica islamica dell'Iran. Sebbene ancora non si parli concretamente di un impegno terrestre su larga scala (uno sbarco in forze finalizzat…