(2026-04-14). Pakistan proposes fresh round of US-Iran talks in Islamabad: report. geo.tv 
Security personnel check vehicles at a checkpoint near Serena Hotel following USand Iran peace talks in Islamabad on April 12, 2026. — ReutersPakistan continues mediation as US and Iran explore options for renewed talks.Fresh negotiations likely before ceasefire expiry; venue yet to…
(2026-04-14). Double defeat for Vance as failed Iran talks and Orban's exit bruise US vice-president. scmp.com J.D. Vance had two jobs last week: get an Iran deal and keep Hungary's Viktor Orban in power. Neither happened for the US vice-president. | The 41-year-old Vance looked exhausted as he left Pakistan on Sunday after 21 hours that failed to produce an agreement with Tehran to end a war he had never wanted to begin with. | At a terse press conference in Islamabad, Vance delivered the "bad news" and took just three questions before getting on a plane for the long flight back home.
(2026-04-14). US, Iran leave door open to dialogue after tense Islamabad talks. newarab.com 
After a sleepless and at times tense night in The weekend meeting to resolve the
(2026-04-14). Iranian politician to UWI: Iran entered negotiations with the upper hand; the U.S. must separate its national interests from the interests of the Zionist regime. unitedworldint.com Interview with Seyyed Abbas Mousavi, the deputy chief of staff of the Iranian presidential office and former spokesman for the Iranian Ministry of Foreign Affairs By Azar Mahdavan, from Tehran / Iran After 40 days of all-out war and reaching a ceasefire position, we witnessed inconclusive negotiations between the Iranian and American sides in Islamabad, …
(2026-04-14). IRGC's plan to break Trump's naval blockade scares US military after 1 month of 'failed' ops? | Hormuz. hindustantimes.com U.S. President Donald Trump said on April 12 that the U.S. Navy would move to lock down the Strait of Hormuz after negotiations with Iran failed to produce a lasting agreement. Trump also declared that U.S. forces would intercept, on global seas, any ship that continued to pay transit tolls or fees to Iran, signalling a bid to choke off Tehran's maritime revenue. Later, the U.S. military announced that a naval blockade on Iran would formally begin from 10 a.m. Eastern Time on April 13, setting a precise start time for the operation. American commanders stated that they would seek to blockade all maritime traffic…
(2026-04-14). Lebanon wants partnership. Israel wants it to be a tool against Iran and Hezbollah. haaretz.com Iranian intervention in the war in Lebanon has highlighted the dangers facing Beirut, ahead of negotiations that will test its sovereignty and determine the future of the country. But as long as Israel remains focused on continued fighting, the most that can be hoped for is tactical achievements — not strategic gains…
(2026-04-14). How Many People Have the US and Israel Killed in Iran? juancole.com ( The world must use this pause in the war to push for a permanent ceasefire and peace agreement, but we must also start to assess the true human cost of the war—something the US is always reluctant to do in its wa…
(2026-04-14). Thursday 4/16: Power Half-Hour for Gaza. indybay.org Zoom | http: //jvp.org/gazaph…
(2026-04-14). Thursday 4/16: Albany & El Cerrito for Palestine – Human Billboard for Gaza. indybay.org El Cerrito Plaza, San Pablo & Carlson…
(2026-04-14). Cuba remembers Hugo Chávez's historic rescue after 2002 coup. radiohc.cu Cubans and Venezuelans commemorated the historic return of Commander Hugo Chávez to power after the failed coup that led to his kidnapping in 2002. | At the Casa del Alba Cultural Center in Havana, those present recalled the rescue of the Bolivarian leader, which allowed for the restoration of constitutional order in the nation and the continuation of the revolutionary process that began three years earlier. | According to Venezuela's ambassador to Cuba, Orlando Maneiro, the immediate popular reaction and that of loyal military forces was not accidental, but rather the result of a process of raising awareness pro…
(2026-04-14). Will Trump's Blockade of Hormuz spark Conflict with China? juancole.com Ann Arbor (Informed Comment) — For the Trump administration to announce a blockade on shipping from the Strait of Hormuz is very much like the person sitting on a tall tree branch and sawing on the part of the branch between the tree and that individual. | If the point is to reopen the Gulf to shipping, US Navy threats to civilian commercial vessels are not going to help. Ships have to be worried now about both the Iranian and the US, both of them notoriously trigger-happy. | If the US Navy establishes some sort of protocol with the tankers such that it will allow vessels to transit that do not berth at Iran…
(2026-04-14). ASEAN backs U.S.-Iran ceasefire, calls for safe navigation in Strait of Hormuz. ecns.cn ASEAN foreign ministers voiced support on Monday for the ceasefire between the United States and Iran, and called for safeguarding navigation in the Strait of Hormuz, underscoring its critical role in global energy security.
(2026-04-14). Double blockade on Strait of Hormuz may again set Gulf ablaze. haaretz.com Despite Trump's latest move, all outcomes remain on the table – from agreement between the U.S. and Iran to a major regional war ‚ñ The search for a victory image in Lebanon could trip up the IDF ‚ñ And as he strengthens his grip on the security establishment through appointments, Netanyahu descends again into cheapen the Holocaust…
hawaiitribune-herald.com (2026-04-14). Were stuck with an unchecked mad king until JanuaryAmid all the alarming and unhinged comments of the president of the United States in recent days threatening Iran with genocide ' remarks beyond even the usual cray-cray blather from Donald Trump ' it was a statement from his spokesperson on Tuesday that really put the madness in the White House in perspective. | | "Only the President knows where things stand and what he will do," Karoline Leavitt said.
(2026-04-14). Trump's blockade of the Strait of Hormuz: The next phase in the Iran war. wsws.org The blockade is an act of war and an act of international piracy. The World Socialist Web Site condemns this criminal action, directed against Iran and against the working class of the entire world.
(2026-04-14). Trump threatens to strike Iranian ship close to U.S. blockade in Strait of Hormuz. ecns.cn U.S. President Donald Trump warned on Monday that the U.S. military will "eliminate" any Iranian ship if it comes close to the U.S. blockade in the Strait of Hormuz.
(2026-04-14). Pakistan betrays Trump? Debuts new trade Corridor as US plans to choke Iran ports with blockade. hindustantimes.com Amid rising tensions and a proposed U.S. naval blockade targeting Iran, Pakistan has unveiled a new trade corridor linking Gwadar to Central Asia via Iranian territory. The move, positioned as an economic boost, comes even as Islamabad plays mediator between Tehran and Washington—raising questions about a strategic balancing act. With shipments already moving toward Uzbekistan, the corridor signals deeper regional connectivity while potentially undercutting U.S. pressure tactics in the Strait of Hormuz crisis.
(2026-04-14). Wang: Closing Strait of Hormuz serves no common interest. ecns.cn China's top diplomat Wang Yi said on Monday that closing the Strait of Hormuz would run counter to the common interests of the international community, and achieving a full and lasting ceasefire through political and diplomatic means remains the fundamental way to resolve the crisis.
(2026-04-14). U.S. signals add to instability in Hormuz shipping: report. ecns.cn The photo released on July 21, 2019 shows the British oil tanker"Stena Impero"surrounded by speedboats of Irans Islamic Revolution Guard Corpsin the Strait of Hormuz, Iran..A total of 172 crude oil tankers are currently en route to the region.
(2026-04-14). EconoScope | U.S.-Israeli war on Iran costs $2 billion per day, driving up global costs. ecns.cn The U.S.-Israeli war on Iran is hitting ordinary Americans in their wallets, with rising gasoline prices, more expensive food, higher mortgage rates, and a surge in fertilizer costs.
(2026-04-14). After 'Hitler taunt', Turkey launches all-out strike on Netanyahu: 'Ankara is their new enemy…'. hindustantimes.com Tensions between Turkey and Israel are rapidly escalating as Ankara issues sharp warnings against Benjamin Netanyahu amid the broader Iran conflict. Hakan Fidan accused Israel of seeking a "new enemy" after Iran, hinting that Turkey could be next in line. The rhetoric marks a serious strain within the wider Western alliance framework, with a NATO member openly criticising Israel's actions and cautioning against further regional escalation.
(2026-04-14). Bangladesh's Energy Crisis worsens as US-Israeli War on Iran Drags on. juancole.com
(2026-04-14). Israeli reservist killed in combat in southern Lebanon, IDF says. haaretz.com
(2026-04-14). Cultural relics from Sui Dynasty on display in Beijing. ecns.cn The National Museum of China is hosting the exhibition "Li Jingxun and Her Era" in Beijing, showcasing hundreds of cultural relics that vividly depict the political system, economic exchanges, social life, and ethnic integration of the Sui Dynasty (581-618).
(2026-04-14). China reaches semifinals of AFC U-20 Women's Asian Cup. ecns.cn China defeated Uzbekistan 2—1 on Saturday night to advance to the semifinals at the AFC U-20 Women's Asian Cup held in Thailand and secured direct qualification for the FIFA U-20 Women's World Cup to be held in Poland this September.
(2026-04-14). Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov to Visit China. ecns.cn Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov will pay an official visit to China from April 14 to 15 at the invitation of Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi, also a member of the Political Bureau of the Communist Party of China (CPC) Central Committee, a Chinese foreign ministry spokesperson announced on Monday.
(2026-04-14). The Terrifying Ridiculous Spectacle. commondreams.org 
Whew. It's been a time: "Open the ____in' Strait," "A whole civilization will die," puerile threats, boundless botches and cover-ups, deranged lurches into ballrooms, auto-pens, Davy Crockett, and a media sanewashing it all. And when their slapstick "ceasefire" and "peace talks" imploded, our Supreme Leader was at a UFC cage match watching men batter each other bloody for fun and profit. Then he depicted himself as Jesus, with a hotel on the moon. Breaking: "The president has lost his mind."It's a historic given that the final act of any narcissist is inevitably a descent into psychosis. Thus are we now witne…
(2026-04-14). Anti-war protesters arrested in New York urging end to Israel weapon sales. aljazeera.com Police in New York arrested around 100 anti-war protesters during a sit-in demanding an end to US arms for Israel.
(2026-04-14). Nobel laureate Mo Yan says short videos inspired new book. ecns.cn Chinese Nobel laureate Mo Yan has announced a new book, his first in six years, saying the idea was inspired by short videos.
(2026-04-14). China Vanke founder denies arrest rumors, former journalist urges public opinion to be restraint. ecns.cn Wang Shi, founder of Chinese real estate giant Vanke, has denied online rumors that he has been taken into custody.
(2026-04-14). Spanish airline Iberia will suspend direct flights to Cuba in June. radiohc.cu The Spanish airline has announced that it will cease operating the Madrid-Havana route in June "due to the situation the country has been experiencing for several months, which has significantly impacted demand." The company plans to resume the connection in November, "conditions permitting." | During April, Iberia will maintain three weekly flights, reducing to two in May, before the suspension. While the measure is in effect, passengers can travel via Panama thanks to the codeshare agreement with Copa Airlines. The offices in Havana will remain open to serve customers. | The airline noted that its operations ha…
(2026-04-14). Chinese FM refutes reports claiming China plans to provide weapons to Iran. ecns.cn China refuted media reports that it is planning to supply weapons to Iran, a spokesperson for the Chinese Foreign Ministry said on Monday.
(2026-04-14). Cuban Workers' Federation announces activities for May Day in resistance. radiohc.cu The Cuban Workers' Federation (CTC) has presented the details of its program of activities for International Workers' Day, which Cuba will celebrate amid the imperialist policies that seek to suffocate the Cuban people in order to destroy the Revolution. | The announcement of the activities was made by Osnay Miguel Colina Rodríguez, president of the organizing committee of the XXII Congress of the Cuban Workers' Federation (CTC), who was accompanied by the other members of the committee and the secretaries of the National Unions that make up the organization. | Under the central slogan "The Homeland Defends Itsel…
(2026-04-14). Three babies born into Sudan war every minute, charity warns. aljazeera.com Sudanese children are being born into conditions 'no child should ever face', Save the Children says.
(2026-04-14). Saturday 4/18: Running on Empty: Saboteur Discovery Workshop. indybay.org Arab American Cultural Center | 3968 Twilight Dr, Bldg 2 | San Jose, CA | 95124…
(2026-04-14). Wednesday 4/29: Virtual Visit: Burin. indybay.org Online | www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/virtual-vi……
(2026-04-14). Saturday 4/25: Palestinian Day Film Screening and Q&A. indybay.org Arab American Cultural Center of San Jose | 3968 Twilight Drive | San Jose, CA 95124…
(2026-04-14). Saturday 4/25: Activist Action Lab in the Park. indybay.org Eagle Park | 650 Franklin St, Mountain View, CA 94041…
(2026-04-14). Saturday 4/11: Free virtual screening of the feature film "Salt of the Sea" indybay.org Zoom | us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_ksRJ……
(2026-04-14). United Auto Workers rally in Three Rivers, Michigan aims to contain growing anger as American Axle workers face looming contract expiration. wsws.org As a May 31 contract deadline approaches for 1,000 American Axle workers in Three Rivers, Michigan UAW President Fain spoke at a "kickoff" rally aimed to channel anger over declining living standards behind the union apparatus and the Democratic Party.
(2026-04-14). With strike deadline approaching, Los Angeles officials and unions move to block walkout of 80,000 school workers. wsws.org With hours to go before a potential strike by 80,000 Los Angeles school workers, negotiations between SEIU Local 99 and the Los Angeles Unified School District are continuing under intense pressure from city and political officials, including Mayor Karen Bass, who is reportedly directly involved in talks tonight.
(2026-04-14). IMF meets as war brings greater global economic and financial disruption. wsws.org Setting the stage for this week's discussions and reports, IMF chief Kristalina Georgieva made clear there would be a downward shift in global growth even in the event of an end to the war.
(2026-04-14). vaunted Mossad is next in line for a worrying process of Netanyahu-ization. haaretz.com Within the security establishment, the new Mossad chief has been compared to his Shin Bet counterpart — just without a kippah. His involvement in the Ori Elmakayes affair suggests a warped set of values. When someone like that heads an organization that operates in the shadows, what nefarious use might be made of its resources?
(2026-04-14). Grave: Neo-feudalism & The New Class Struggle With Jodi Dean. indybay.org Marxist writer and professor Jodi Dean speaks about her new book Capital's Grave, Neo-feudalism & The New Class Struggle at a meeting in Oakland.
(2026-04-14). DOG-EAT-DOG Selfishness Is the Root of All Evil. indybay.org Selfishness is the root of all evil, driving environmental destruction, social inequality, and political corruption. Ayn Rand's "Objectivism," libertarians, right-wing ideologues, and corporate elites, have brainwashed society to embrace individualism over collective responsibility, leading to corporate fascism and pathocracy (rule by sociopaths & psychopaths) destroying humanity and the world.
(2026-04-14). Spanish premier gives a speech at Beijing's Tsinghua University. ecns.cn Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez gives a speech at Tsinghua University in Beijing, April 13, 2026.
(2026-04-14). **The San Francisco Paradox** just one thing a set of contradictions that keep. indybay.org **The San Francisco Paradox** isn't just one thing — it's a set of contradictions that keep coming up in articles, research, and even stand-up sets. Here's how people usually describe it:…
(2026-04-14). ILWU 6 Bio-RadILWU 6 Bio Rad Workers Fight For Living Wage Are Asking: Where is Norm. indybay.org ILWU 6 Bio Rad workers are fighting for a living wages.
(2026-04-14). Craig McLachlan under siege: not guilty but still under attack by the feminist mob. onlineopinion.com.au Craig McLachlan was cleared in court, yet remains blacklisted in public life. What does 'not guilty' mean in modern Australia?
(2026-04-14). Sunday 4/12: Privacy Self-Defense & Immigration Know Your Rights. indybay.org Oakstop, 2323 Broadway, Oakland…
(2026-04-14). Indonesia, US sign 'major' defence cooperation agreement. aljazeera.com Signing of defence partnership follows reports that US is seeking overflight access in Indonesia for military planes.
(2026-04-14). Kremlin declares Memorial an "extremist" organization, shuts down data base of victims of the Great Terror. wsws.org The assault on Memorial is a blow against the ability of workers and youth the world over to come to grips with the crimes of Stalinism.
(2026-04-14). Hungary: Which way forward after Orban's electoral defeat? wsws.org The fact that only a conservative, an authoritarian and a fascist party are represented in parliament shows just how right-wing Hungarian politics is after Orban's defeat.
(2026-04-14). How many Israelis does it take to kill 300 Lebanese in 10 minutes? haaretz.com A single wave of strikes is planned, approved, justified and normalized by far more than those in uniform. The bombs fall in minutes — the system behind them is decades in the making…
(2026-04-14). Night schools in Shanghai attracts over 40,000 citizens. ecns.cn The 2026 session of Shanghai citizens' night school kicked off simultaneously at 604 teaching sites across the city on Monday, attracting over 40,000 citizens. The curriculum not only covers traditional hobbies but also adds practical skills such as Chinese social platform Xiaohongshu operations and short-video editing.
(2026-04-14). After massive no vote, UAW extends Nexteer contract behind backs of rank and file. wsws.org United Auto Workers officials in Saginaw, Michigan, have kept 1,300 Nexteer Automotive workers on the job nearly two weeks after they rejected a UAW-backed contract by 96 percent.
(2026-04-14). West Coast Speaking Tour for Minneapolis Anti-ICE Organizers Hits Berkeley, Sacramento. indybay.org Minneapolis organizers launch speaking tour of west coast, hitting Los Angeles, Berkeley, Sacramento, and beyond.
(2026-04-14). Australia: Fair Work Commission orders partial end to punitive "junior rates" wsws.org While workers aged 18—21 in the retail, fast food and pharmacy sectors will eventually receive full adult wages, the ruling still allows junior rates as low as 40 percent for younger workers.
(2026-04-14). "The agencies have been pummeled down" : A conversation with Dorit Reiss on the state of American public health. wsws.org Under assault by Trump and Robert F. Kennedy, his Secretary of Health and Human Services, the public health infrastructure of the United States is being destroyed.
(2026-04-14). Iran war to boost Ukraine inflation, central bank chief says. newarab.com 
Higher oil prices caused by the National Bank of
(2026-04-14). US military kills two men in new strike on vessel in eastern Pacific. aljazeera.com Latest attack brings death toll from US strikes on vessels in the Pacific and Caribbean to at least 170 since September.
(2026-04-14). UN Security Council: Safety and security of humanitarian personnel. icrc.org Statement delivered by Elyse Mosquini, Permanent Observer to the United Nations, at the UN Security Council briefing on the protection of civilians in armed conflict, New York.
(2026-04-14). Tuesday 4/28: Trillion-Gallon Time Bomb: Inside the Oil Industry's Toxic Wastewater Pollution Crisis. indybay.org Online event – join from anywhere…
(2026-04-14). Lebanese PM urges national unity amid ongoing war. ecns.cn BEIRUT, April 12 ⚪ Lebanese Prime Minister Nawaf Salam said on Sunday that Lebanon is making efforts to halt the ongoing war and stressed the need to safeguard national unity and rebuild the state, Lebanons National News Agency reported.
(2026-04-14). Afghanistan Silent Cancer Crisis: A Call to Consience. indybay.org Since the US-NATO invasion of Afghanistan in 2001, the US used uranium munitions among other exotixc weapons. Consequently, cancers have increased exponentially. I am trying yo raise funds for repurposed medications for desperate cancer patients. If anyone care to help, they could donate at paypal link in the write up…
(2026-04-14). Mainland unveils package of policies, measures to boost ties with Taiwan. ecns.cn The Chinese mainland on Sunday rolled out a package of 10 policies and measures ⚪ spanning inter-party communication, infrastructure, travel, trade and culture ⚪ aimed at boosting exchanges and cooperation with Taiwan.
(2026-04-14). California Supreme Court freezes Riverside ballot seizure as warrants reveal reliance on fascist election deniers. wsws.org California's high court intervened to stop Riverside Sheriff Chad Bianco's ballot seizure after warrants revealed the probe relied on debunked election denial claims and false quotes generated from Artificial Intelligence.
(2026-04-14). Super Typhoon Sinlaku bears down on Northern Mariana Islands, Guam. aljazeera.com Slow-moving Sinlaku is weakening as it heads towards Guam, but it will still bring dangerous conditions to the region.
(2026-04-14). Friday 4/17: "Steal This Story, Please!" Film: Reporter Amy Goodman & Democracy Now! 30th Anniversary. indybay.org Roxie Theater | 3125 16th Street, | San Francisco, CA 94103 | IN PERSON: | Friday, April 17th: Oscar Æ-Nominated filmmaker Tia Lessin…
(2026-04-14). IMF, World Bank, IEA urge countries to stop hoarding energy. newarab.com 
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(2026-04-14). UN says world ignoring repeated atrocities in Sudan. newarab.com 
A The conflict has killed tens of thousands, displaced more than 11 million people and created what the UN describes as the world's largest displacement and The co…
(2026-04-14). Canada's Carney secures majority government with special election wins. scmp.com Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney secured a parliamentary majority for his Liberal government on Monday, a win that he has said would help him deal more effectively with the trade war started by US President Donald Trump. | It would also likely mean Carney, who took office with no political experience and has earned global praise for his efforts to band middle-power nations together, would not have to worry about an election for years.
(2026-04-14). Wednesday 4/15: The Power of BDS: Transforming the World, Two new campaigns to continue the transformation. indybay.org Zoom | us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/u836mlA……
(2026-04-14). Sudan: World Leaders Need to Act on Ongoing Atrocities. hrw.org Click to expand Image | People pass through a destroyed section of Omdurman, Sudan on May 25, 2025. | © 2025 Carolyn Van Houten/The Washington Post via Getty Images | (Berlin) — Leaders meeting in Berlin on April 15, 2026, the three-year mark of ongoing conflict in Sudan, should commit to concrete, time-bound measures to protect civilians and to hold those responsible for serious international crimes to account, Human Rights Watch said today.Germany, the African Union, France, the European Union, the United Kingdom, and the United States will meet in Berlin to address the conflict between the Sudane…
(2026-04-14). China develops key composite module for reusable spacecraft. ecns.cn China on Saturday unveiled a composite propulsion module for reusable spacecraft, marking a breakthrough in manufacturing large-scale composite structures for space applications, according to the China Aerospace Science and Technology Corporation (CASC).
(2026-04-14). Wednesday 4/15: SF Public Workers Rally Against SF Mayor Lurie Layoffs At SF General. indybay.org In front of Bld 25 at roundabout | SF General Strike…
(2026-04-14). Student Violently Attacked, Injured by Cabrillo Coll.staff; Help needed to ID Perpetrators. indybay.org Student Violently Attacked, Injured by Cabrillo College staff; Community help needed to Identify Perpetrators from Videos and Photos…
(2026-04-14). Milwaukee, April 16, 2026: Teach-in on AB446 New IHRA Anti-Semitism Law in WI. wibailoutpeople.org 
You are invited to a teach-in on Thursday, April 16 about new Wisconsin law Act 143 (AB446) which codifies the International Holocaust Remembrance Alliance's definition of anti-semitism, a definition which includes criticisms of Israel in its examples. Understandably, there is a lot of anger, and maybe some fear, circulating among the Palestinian community and our allies …
(2026-04-14). Bixonimania: How AI Turned a Joke Diagnosis into "Peer‚ÄëReviewed" Medicine. wattsupwiththat.com When a joke diagnosis morphs into "peer-reviewed" research, it is clear that the crisis in scientific credibility is no longer confined to sloppy research or corrupted journals but now extends into the algorithms that many people are now relying on for answers to serious health issues.
(2026-04-14). Roberto Morales Ojeda calls for defending the homeland this May Day. radiohc.cu Roberto Morales Ojeda, member of the Political Bureau and Secretary of Organization of the Central Committee of the Communist Party of Cuba, emphasized on his Facebook profile that "Cuba is present! On May 1st, we defend the Homeland." | The leader stressed that the call to action under the slogan "The Homeland is Defended" constitutes a firm response to the intensification of the economic, commercial, and financial blockade imposed by the United States, and the recent executive order that imposes an energy embargo. | Morales Ojeda recalled that after more than 65 years of aggression, there is no threat capable o…
(2026-04-14). Highlights of Inner Mongolia FTZ in 90 seconds. ecns.cn China has expanded its pilot free trade zones (FTZ) to 23 with the establishment of the China (Inner Mongolia) Pilot Free Trade Zone, according to a plan made public by the State Council.
(2026-04-14). Unitree's humanoid robot reaches 10 m/s in test run. ecns.cn Chinese robotics company Unitree Robotics said its H1 humanoid robot has reached a top running speed of 10 meters per second (36 km/h) during a test, a pace comparable to the top speed of Usain Bolt, the world's fastest sprinter.
(2026-04-14). Yamal seeks inspiration from LeBron, Neymar for Champions League comeback. aljazeera.com Barcelona star Lamine Yamal sees Neymar as his idol and wants to watch him play in the World Cup for Brazil.
(2026-04-14). BYD executive becomes first A-share CFO to earn over 10 mln yuan annually. ecns.cn Chinese new energy vehicle producer giant BYD has revealed in its 2025 annual report that its Senior Vice President and Chief Financial Officer Zhou Yalin earned a pre-tax annual salary of 10.135 million yuan (about $1.48 million), making her the first CFO among China's A-share listed companies to surpass the 10 million yuan mark.
(2026-04-14). China ready to further play constructive role for peace in Gulf region: Premier Li. ecns.cn Noting that China and the UAE are comprehensive strategic partners, Li said that the two countries have a profound traditional friendship and have long supported each other on issues concerning each other's core interests.
(2026-04-14). New trial over football great Maradona's death begins in Argentina. aljazeera.com The trial will, once again, seek to determine if Maradona's medical team was responsible for his death in November 2020.
(2026-04-14). Trump claims Jesus-like meme that caused outcry was him as a doctor. scmp.com US President Donald Trump on Monday defended his now deleted social media post that appeared to depict himself as Jesus Christ, contending that it was meant to portray him as "a doctor" after right-wing figures continued a recent trend of pushing back on the president's recent comments. | "Well, it wasn't a depiction. It was me, I did post it. And I thought it was me as a doctor, and had to do with Red Cross," Trump said during an impromptu event at the White House. "There was a Red Cross worker…
(2026-04-14). Saturday 4/18: Milpitas Earth Day Celebration. indybay.org Murphy Park | 1588 Saratoga Drive | Milpitas, CA 95035…
(2026-04-14). New York rally by Sanders, Mamdani and union officials covers up US war drive against Iran. wsws.org Beneath rhetoric about "union density," Sunday's New York rally served to police opposition to war, inequality and dictatorship within the framework of the Democratic Party.
(2026-04-14). Spanish PM's visit to sustain exchanges. ecns.cn Honoring his commitment to make annual trips to China, Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez kicked off his fourth visit in as many years to the worlds second-largest economy on Saturday to sustain the momentum of close bilateral high-level exchanges.
(2026-04-14). The Iran war, oil and the crisis of American imperialism. wsws.org The US war on Iran will be remembered as a turning point in the decline of American imperialism, exposing in concentrated form Washington's diminishing ability to impose its will on the Persian Gulf and the global capitalist system.
(2026-04-14). Workers Struggles: The Americas. wsws.org Healthcare workers across Bolivia to protest lack of medications and medical equipment while 2,200 Nova Scotia long term care aids walked out after months of government stonewalling.
(2026-04-14). Friday 4/17: They Tried to Silence Us: Personal Stories of Political Imprisonment. indybay.org Online | www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/they-tried……
(2026-04-14). Cave Discovery Reveals Today's Desert Climates Were Recently Far Warmer, Wetter, Teeming With Life. wattsupwiththat.com Fuerteventura, one of the eight major Canary Islands, was not the "desert in the ocean" it is today throughout the Early to Middle Holocene.
(2026-04-14). Trump's AI image of himself as Jesus-like figure follows feud with Pope Leo. geo.tv 
US President Donald Trump leaves following a press conference in the James S Brady Press Briefing Room at the White House in Washington, DC, US, April 6, 2026. — ReutersTrump's post depicts him in white robe with hand on man's head.Some supporters criticise image, which was later…
(2026-04-14). People celebrate Water Splashing Festival along the China-Myanmar border. ecns.cn People of various ethnic groups celebrated the Water Splashing Festival along the China-Myanmar border in Menglian County, southwest China's Yunnan Province on Sunday.
(2026-04-14). Xi's pioneering heritage steps still resonate. ecns.cn Over four decades ago in Zhengding, a county in Hebei province better known for cultural heritage than economic dynamism, Xi Jinping, at the start of his political career, pursued a set of priorities that were outside the conventional playbook of economic development.
(2026-04-14). Peru: Far right to dominate runoff for ninth president in a decade. wsws.org Peru's elections, marked by disenfranchisement and the collapse of all establishment parties, are set to deliver a far-right-dominated runoff amid a deepening crisis of bourgeois rule.
(2026-04-14). top court rules IDF must allow women to apply to all combat roles. haaretz.com The justices further ruled that the IDF must allow women to be drafted into armored corps, special forces, infantry and frontline combat units by November of this year…
(2026-04-14). Trump And Netanyahu: twin autocrats leading the war on Iran. onlineopinion.com.au Donald Trump and Benjamin Netanyahu—mirror images of arrogance and deceit—have subverted democratic norms in pursuit of personal power.
(2026-04-14). Hong Kong counts down to National Security Education Day with events rallying public for shared security responsibility. ecns.cn HONG KONG, April 12 ⚪ As Hong Kong gears up for the upcoming National Security Education Day on April 15, a series of events have highlighted the pivotal role of coordinated development and security in sustaining the citys prosperity and stability.
(2026-04-14). UN chief says 'all parties' must respect freedom of navigation. newarab.com 
(2026-04-14). Putin unfazed as 'pro-Russian' Orban loses Hungary elections, eyes deeper cracks in European Union. hindustantimes.com Russia is signaling that Viktor Orban's election defeat in Hungary is not necessarily a setback for Moscow, with senior officials arguing the result could deepen pressure and fragmentation inside the European Union. After Peter Magyar's opposition Tisza party won and Orban conceded after 16 years in power, Putin aide Kirill Dmitriev suggested the vote would "accelerate the collapse of the EU," while senior Russian senator Konstantin Kosachev said an "ideal storm" now awaits Europe over Ukraine funding, energy costs, and rising pressure to boost military spending.
(2026-04-14). Saturday 4/25: War or Peace? Forum for Congressional Candidates in the Central Coast. indybay.org Quaker Meetinghouse, 225 Rooney Avenue, Santa Cruz…
(2026-04-14). FM Wang urges renewed effort to preserve Middle East ceasefire. ecns.cn Foreign Minister Wang Yi said on Monday that the ceasefire in the Middle East remains highly fragile and that the region is at a critical turning point, urging all sides to prevent a renewed outbreak of fighting and sustain the hard-won truce.
(2026-04-14). Friday 4/17: Virtual Action Hour for Palestine. indybay.org Zoom | afsc.org/events/action-hour-palestine…
(2026-04-14). Discover the legacy of Alexander Leidesdorff Jr. Memorial Highway along US 50. indybay.org It is a fitting tribute to the legacy of a great American pioneer that a portion of State Highway Route 50 be named the | "William Alexander Leidesdorff, Jr. Memorial Highway"; now, therefore, be it Resolved by the Assembly of the State of California, the Senate…
(2026-04-14). Chad: A daily quest for water. icrc.org
(2026-04-14). Donetsk: Helping isolated communities through difficult winters. icrc.org
(2026-04-14). Lebanon: ICRC outraged by deadly strikes in densely populated areas. icrc.org
(2026-04-14). Afghanistan: A year of providing healthcare and institutional support. icrc.org
(2026-04-14). Libya: Ten years rebuilding lives, one step at a time. icrc.org
(2026-04-14). Man charged with attempted murder of OpenAI CEO Sam Altman. aljazeera.com
(2026-04-14). Middle East: Hostilities are eroding the foundations of civilian life. icrc.org
(2026-04-14). NRCS-ICRC Joint Workshop Focuses on Emergency Preparedness and Response. icrc.org
(2026-04-14). 24th Henry Dunant Memorial Moot Court Competition — India National Rounds. icrc.org
(2026-04-14). ICRC voices: How physical rehabilitation is changing lives in Somalia. icrc.org
(2026-04-14). Empress Shōken Fund announces 2026 funding decisions. icrc.org
(2026-04-14). Saturday 4/11: Sunnyvale Earth Day Festival CANCELED. indybay.org
(2026-04-14). Sudan: the human cost of three years of war. icrc.org
(2026-04-14). Afghanistan: Unexploded ordnances continue devastating communities, mainly children. icrc.org
(2026-04-14). Measured in decades: The enduring human cost of anti-personnel mines and other explosive ordnance. icrc.org
(2026-04-14). Advancing Peacekeeping and the Humanitarian Imperative in a Fragmented World. icrc.org
(2026-04-14). "Every home we know is gone" : Stories of displacement in Lebanon. icrc.org
(2026-04-14). Man charged with attempted murder after attack on OpenAI CEO Altman's home. aljazeera.com
(2026-04-14). One year after Myanmar's earthquake, recovery continues amid conflict. icrc.org
(2026-04-14). Overcoming barriers: Helping Hebron residents in the West Bank thrive despite movement restrictions. icrc.org
(2026-04-14). 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
(2026-04-14). "These weapons belong in the past" : Decades on, landmines and explosive remnants still kill and destroy lives. icrc.org
(2026-04-14). The 24th Red Cross International Humanitarian Law Moot (Asia-Pacific Region) Concludes Successfully Handong International Law School Crowned Champion. icrc.org
(2026-04-14). Haiti: Escalating armed violence in Port-au-Prince cuts people off from lifesaving services. icrc.org
(2026-04-14). Protection of persons in the event of disasters: ICRC recommendations. icrc.org
(2026-04-14). Middle East: Indiscriminate warfare is indefensible and incompatible with law. icrc.org
(2026-04-14). Combaten incendio forestal en la provincia más occidental de Cuba. radiohc.cu Fuerzas del Cuerpo de Guardabosques (CGB) y entidades forestales de la occidental provincia cubana de Pinar del Río combaten un incendio forestal desatado en la zona de La Lanza, carretera Río del Medio, en el municipio de Minas de Matahambre. | Según información ofrecida a Radio Guamá por Nery López Puentes, jefe de la Defensa Civil en ese territorio, alrededor de 60 hombres del CGB de Viñales, Mantua y de Minas de Matahambre enfrentan las llamas, así como trabajadores de la Unidad Empresarial de Base Silvícola Santa Lucía, perteneciente a la Empresa Agroforestal. | Decenas de hombres deben incorporarse próximam…
(2026-04-14). Cuba lamenta fallecidos en Haití por estampida. radiohc.cu Cuba lamenta este lunes las pérdidas de vidas humanas en Haití a causa de la estampida que ocurrió el pasado sábado en el norte de ese vecino país. | El ministro de Relaciones Exteriores, Bruno Rodríguez Parrilla , expresó en su cuenta en X sus condolencias por las decenas de fallecidos (25), además de unos 30 lesionados. | El canciller hizo extensivo su pésame a los familiares y allegados de las víctimas. | Sentidas condolencias al Gobierno y pueblo de
(2026-04-14). Dirigente partidista cubano convoca a defender la Patria este Primero de Mayo. radiohc.cu El miembro del Buró Político y secretario de Organización del Comité Central del Partido Comunista de Cuba, Roberto Morales Ojeda, destacó en su perfil de Facebook que ´ °Cuba dice presente!, El 1ro de Mayo defendemos la Patria ª. | El dirigente subrayó que la convocatoria bajo la consigna ´La Patria Se Defiende ª constituye respuesta firme frente al recrudecimiento del bloqueo económico, comercial y financiero de Estados Unidos, y la reciente orden ejecutiva que impone un cerco energético. | Morales Ojeda recordó que tras más de 65 años de agresiones, no existe amenaza capaz de dobleg…
(2026-04-14). Cuba agradece apoyo de diputados en estado mexicano de Tabasco. radiohc.cu La Embajada de Cuba en México agradeció este lunes a diputados del sureño estado de Tabasco el llamado a favor de la ayuda material a la isla, asediada por el bloqueo estadounidense, y la condena a las medidas coercitivas unilaterales. | La LXV Legislatura del Congreso de la entidad federativa aprobó el punto de acuerdo número 002, en el cual exhortan "respetuosamente al Gobierno de México a continuar brindando apoyo solidario al pueblo de Cuba, mediante el envío de asistencia humanitaria". | También a través de "la promoción de acuerdos de cooperación energética, en apego a la política exterior mexicana de respe…
(2026-04-14). Papa León XIV rechazó declaraciones de Trump y reafirmó llamado a la paz. radiohc.cu El papa León XIV respondió este lunes a recientes declaraciones del presidente estadounidense, Donald Trump, en su contra, y enfatizó que no le teme a su gobierno, y seguirá proclamando su mensaje de paz. | En el avión que lo condujo a Argelia, para iniciar un viaje apostólico por países africanos que incluye visitas a ese país, así como a Camerún, Angola y Guinea Ecuatorial, el sumo pontífice expresó: Demasiadas personas sufren hoy, demasiadas personas inocentes han muerto, y creo que alguien debe alzar la voz y decir que hay una mejor manera". | A preguntas de los periodistas que lo acompañan en ese viaje, en re…
(2026-04-14). Presidente de Cuba felicita a sus homólogos de Djibutí e Irak. radiohc.cu
(2026-04-14). Italian Solidarity Association sends new container of aid to Cuba. radiohc.cu The Italian solidarity association La Villetta per Cuba has prepared a container with medicines and essential supplies, which will soon depart for the island, intended to alleviate the consequences of the United States blockade. | This Monday morning, members of the Cuban diplomatic mission in Italy, led by Ambassador Jorge Luis Cepero, supported this noble initiative to help their country, a new shipment that joins those regularly sent for the past three decades by this organization, headed by Luciano Iacovino. | Iacovino thanked the various entities and the Italian people in general for their support of his gro…
(2026-04-13). Iran says Gulf ports are 'either for everyone or for no one'. tribune.com.pk 
The unified command of the Iranian armed forces said the ports in the Arabian Gulf and the Sea of Oman are "either for everyone or for no one", state broadcaster IRIB reported, according to Al Jazeera. | "The Armed Forces of the Islamic Republic of Iran consider defending the legal rights of our country a natural and legal duty, and accordingly, exercising the sovereignty of the Islamic Republic of Iran in the territorial waters of our country is the natural right of the Iranian nation," IRIB cited Iran's forces as stating. | Al Jazeera reported that the forces' statement read "Enemy-affiliated vessels" will h…
(2026-04-13). Trump orders naval blockade: US to block maritime traffic to Iranian ports as peace talks collapse in Islamabad. ptcnews.tv Trump orders naval blockade: The US Central Command has said it will start blocking ships at Iranian ports from April 13 at 10 a.m. ET. The blockade will apply equally to ships from all countries ente | Trump orders naval blockade: US to block maritime traffic to Iranian ports as peace talks collapse in Islamabad…
(2026-04-13). Trump's Hormuz blockade may target China along with Iran. scmp.com The US announced a blockade against ships calling at Iranian ports, ramping up pressure on the Middle East nation after marathon peace talks over the weekend ended without a deal. | Action was due to start Monday at 10am New York time (10pm Hong Kong), according to US Central Command. Vessels transiting the Strait of Hormuz to and from non-Iranian ports won't be affected, it said. President Donald Trump had earlier said that the blockade would cover all ships using the vital waterway.
(2026-04-13). Pakistan reportedly used decoy fighter jets to avoid Israel attacking Iranian negotiators. thecanary.co 
Pakistan have reportedly used fighter jets and intelligence to thwart an alleged plan by Israel to shoot down the jet carrying Iran's highly-qualified negotiators attending talks with Donald Trump's relatives and golf buddies. Israel's plans to kill Iran's top surviving team in order to thwart talks were already known, but supposedly shelved under pressure from […] | By
(2026-04-13). Trump announces complete blockade of Strait of Hormuz. ummid.com U.S. President Donald Trump Sunday April 12, 2026 announced complete blockade of Strait of Hormuz, hours after Pakistan mediated talks between Iran and the United States collapsed.
(2026-04-13). China, the Iran war and the chemical suddenly stoking global supply fears. scmp.com China's reported decision to halt sulphuric acid exports, together with the failure of peace talks between the United States and Iran over the weekend, risks driving prices higher and disrupting global mining and fertiliser supply chains that have few readily available alternatives. | Beijing had indicated it would halt shipments of sulphuric acid from May, according to reports from Acuity Commodities and Bloomberg, though no official announcement has been made. Economists said food security sat…
(2026-04-13). US-Iran: The Elusive Peace Deal. ummid.com As expected, the United States and Iran failed to reach a peace deal after high-stakes talks in the Pakistani capital, with American Vice President JD Vance saying Tehran refused to accept Washington's terms after 21 hours of talks in Islamabad, and Iran citing lack of American commitment to the talks.
(2026-04-13). Iran executed at least 1,639 in 2025, more hangings feared: NGOs. newarab.com 
Iranian authorities executed at least 1,639 people in 2025 and now risks hanging more in the wake of the war against the US and Israel, two NGOs said Monday, urging the West to put capital punishment "at the heart" of any negotiations with Tehran. | The number of executions represented an increase of 68 percent on the 975 people Iran put to death in 2024, and also included 48 women, Norway-based Iran Human Rights (IHR) and Paris-based Together Against the Death Penalty (ECPM) said in their joint annual report. | If the Islamic republic "survives the current crisis, there is a serious risk that executions will be…
(2026-04-13). Global Oil Prices Jump After US-Iran Negotiations Fail in Less Than 24 Hours. truthout.org Ship traffic has been halted again in the Strait of Hormuz after President Trump ordered the U.S. military to begin a naval blockade of all Iranian ports and coastal areas starting Monday at 10 a.m. ET. Iran denounced Trump's move as an illegal act amounting to "piracy" and has threatened to strike Gulf ports in retaliation. Trump ordered the blockade after the U.S. and Iran failed to reach a deal… |
(2026-04-13). Iran mocks Trump's 'reverse blockade' plan: so absurd there's no meme for it. thecanary.co 
Iran are mocking Donald Trump's claim he is planning to impose a blockade on ships leaving or entering the Strait of Hormuz if Iran doesn't give up its own control of who can pass along its coastline. Trump made the threat after his 'three stooges' team of amateur negotiators failed to bluster Iran's diplomats into […] | By
(2026-04-13). Dozens arrested in New York as protesters demand US blocks sale of bombs to Israel. scmp.com Nearly 100 protesters were arrested during a demonstration on Monday calling on Senate Democratic leader Chuck Schumer and Senator Kirsten Gillibrand to block the sale of thousands of US bombs to Israel. | Led by the anti-war group Jewish Voice for Peace, the crowd of hundreds initially attempted to stage a sit-in inside the Manhattan offices of the two Democratic lawmakers they accused of abetting Israel's intensifying attacks in Lebanon and the US-Israel war on Iran.
(2026-04-13). Israel's restriction of aid into Gaza leads to critical shortages in bread, baby formula, and water. mondoweiss.net 
Israel's continued restriction of aid into Gaza has cut bread production by half as hospitals run out of baby formula and water supplies run low. Doctors warn that surging malnutrition cases among children may irreversibly harm an entire generation.
(2026-04-13). Israel kills three people in Gaza following new ceasefire talks. newarab.com 
An Israeli airstrike killed Medics said the strike had hit a group of men outside a school in Deir al-Balah in the central Gaza Strip. | At Al-Aqsa Hospital in Deir al-Balah, the bodies of those killed lay on the ground in white sh…
(2026-04-13). Headlines for April 13, 2026. democracynow.org President Trump Announces Naval Blockade of Strait of Hormuz, Israeli Strike Kills Infant Girl During Her Father's Funeral in Lebanon, At Least Seven Palestinians Killed in Israeli Strikes in Gaza, Police Arrest Over 500 Palestine Action Activists in London, President Trump Slams Pope Leo as Too Liberal and "Weak on Crime", Trump Admin Fires Immigration Judges Who Dismissed Cases Against Ràºmeysa àñztàºrk and Mohsen Mahdawi, Hungarian Far-Right Prime Minister Viktor Orbán Concedes Defeat in Parliamentary Election, Amnesty International: Nigerian Airstrikes Kill Over 100 Civilian…
(2026-04-13). Michigan Coalition Against Genocide Continues Weekly Gatherings and Vigils. wibailoutpeople.org 
By Abayomi Azikiwe, April 13, 2026 Since 2023, amid the United States-backed Israeli mass displacement and slaughter against the Palestinian people in Gaza and the West Bank, the Michigan Coalition Against Genocide has been working to raise awareness about the situation in West Asia. Every week on saturdays at the Eastern Market in Detroit and …
(2026-04-13). Will Orban's defeat in Hungary lead to EU sanctions on Israel. newarab.com 
This has raised fresh questions about whether the bloc could now move toward sanctions given Israel's continued attacks and violations of international law in Gaza and Lebanon. | Orban's relationship with Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu went beyond routine diplomacy. | Netanyahu openly aligned himself with t…
(2026-04-13). Gaza's land looters turn destruction into opportunity for profit. newarab.com 
Imad explained that encroachment on both public and private land has increased significantly since the The situation has been further aggravated after the Israeli army targeted law enforcement agencies, and influential families seized control of multiple properties, renting or managing them without the owners' permission. | "It has become a phenomenon," Imad said. "The collapse of law enforcement, caused by Israeli targeting of civilian infrastructure, turned government lands into easy spo…
(2026-04-13). Gaza: Israeli sniper kills Palestinian schoolgirl in front of classmates. ummid.com Israeli occupation forces shot and killed a Palestinian schoolgirl Thursday April 09, 2026 in front of her classmates while she was studying in a tent classroom in northern Gaza.
(2026-04-13). Israel kills three Palestinians in separate Gaza strikes. aljazeera.com Two Palestinians were killed in separate strikes in southern Gaza on Monday, according to officials at Nasser hospital.
(2026-04-13). Global Sumud Flotilla heads from Barcelona to break Gaza blockade. asiapacificreport.nz 
Asia Pacific Report A group of 39 boats known as the Global Sumud Flotilla has set sail from Barcelona to deliver humanitarian aid to Gaza, with organisers saying more vessels are expected to join along the route — making this their largest mission so far, reports Al Jazeera. Israeli security forces illegally intercepted and detained…
(2026-04-13). Activistas europeos impulsan nueva flotilla humanitaria hacia Gaza. cubadebate.cu La Global Sumud Flotilla se prepara para zarpar rumbo a la Franja de Gaza, en lo que sus organizadores describen como la mayor iniciativa marítima internacional para desafiar el bloqueo impuesto al territorio palestino. La acción pretende llevar ayuda humanitaria a la población gazatí y visibilizar la crisis que enfrenta ese territorio…
(2026-04-13). YouTube bans Iran Lego channel that linked Trump to Epstein. thecanary.co 
Iran has proven to be incredibly resilient in their ability to defend themselves against the US and Israel's war. Their resistance hasn't been limited to the battlefield either. Surprising many, Iran has deployed wartime propaganda that's even proving popular with their supposed enemies. This is no mean feat. And out of all the propaganda they've […] | By
(2026-04-13). Trump's US$10 billion lawsuit against WSJ and Murdoch thrown out. scmp.com A federal judge dismissed US President Donald Trump's US$10 billion defamation lawsuit against the Wall Street Journal and Rupert Murdoch on Monday over a story on his ties to Jeffrey Epstein. | US District Judge Darrin P. Gayles in Florida wrote in the order that Trump had failed to make the argument that the article was published with the intent to be malicious, but gave the president a chance to file an amended complaint.
(2026-04-13). Chorus Grows for US President Trump's Impeachment. ummid.com The reticence expressed by Democrats about removing President Donald Trump from office — even after he ousted Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro and attacked Iran without seeking congressional approval, quickly fell away after his latest threat to Iran.
(2026-04-13). Olga àÅlvarez: There Is No 'Absolute Absence' of President Maduro; Venezuela Can Intensify Its Assets Defense. orinocotribune.com Caracas ( àÅlvarez shared these remarks during an interview on the program A Pulso, broadcast Friday night on the state-owned channel Venezolana de Televisión (VTV). | According to àÅlvarez, the argument of an alleged absolute absence is an ill-intentioned in…
(2026-04-13). US begins blockade of Iran's ports, Tehran threatens to retaliate. geo.tv 
The Callisto tanker sits anchored as the traffic is down in the Strait of Hormuz, amid the US-Israeli conflict with Iran, in Muscat, Oman, March 10, 2026. — ReutersTrump says Iranians want to make a deal.Iran warns of harsh response to blockade.Oil prices jump back over $100 per…
(2026-04-13). US Announces Blockade on Iran (and China): How Why This Risks Global Escalation. thealtworld.com The US has announced a blockade of all maritime traffic in the Strait of Hormuz originating from Iran or having agreed with Iran for passage; | This is the full implementation of Washington's initial objective for waging war with Iran, an oil blockade of not only China but also much of the multipolar world; | The US' primary geopolitical objective is global hegemony and the only way it can achieve this objective is by dragging the rest of the rising multipolar world down relative to US power and wealth; | The primary means to do this is by targeting the life blood of modern civilization which is energy;…
(2026-04-13). US deploys warships to Strait of Hormuz, announces Iran blockade. wsws.org U.S. Central Command announced Sunday that American warships will begin blockading all maritime traffic entering or exiting Iranian ports on Monday at 10: 00 a.m. Eastern Time.
(2026-04-13). Almost all Russian staff pulled from Iran's Bushehr nuclear plant. newarab.com 
Russia has withdrawn almost all its staff from Iran's sole nuclear power plant, built and operated with help from Moscow, the head of Russia's atomic energy agency said Monday. | "We began the final rotation at the Bushehr station," Alexei Likhachev said, adding that 108 people were evacuated while just 20 – top managers and those responsible for equipment safety – remained at the station. | Russia began evacuating its staff from the plant due to the threat of airstrikes amid the Moscow has warned that attacks near the plant ri…
(2026-04-13). Romania approves US military surge for war against Iran amid deepening domestic crisis. wsws.org Romania is playing an increasingly central role in the war offensives of US imperialism in the Middle East and of NATO against Russia in Ukraine.
(2026-04-13). Ervand Abrahamian: Iran Under Fire. newleftreview.org One of modern Iran's leading historians provides a critical anatomy of the power structures of the Islamic Republic, on the eve of war—and a scathing denunciation of the long-incubated American-Israeli assault on the country, calculated to bring about Syria-style disintegration and civil war.
(2026-04-13). Iran: Israel's Oil Depot Strikes Endanger Environment, Health. hrw.org Click to expand Image | Flames and smoke rise from an oil storage facility following Israeli airstrikes in Tehran, Iran, March 7, 2026. | © 2026 Alireza Sotakbar/ISNA via AP | Israeli attacks on four oil depots around Tehran on March 7, 2026, may cause long-term health and environmental harm for civilians.Strikes on primarily civilian infrastructure causing foreseeable civilian harm are violations of international humanitarian law and are likely war crimes. Israeli forces don't appear to have factored in the foreseeable long-term harm in the Tehran vicinity, for which they should be held accountable.(Bei…
(2026-04-13). Israel seeks to cast Türkiye as 'new enemy' after Iran war, says Turkish FM. geo.tv 
Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan speaks during a joint press conference with Qatar´s Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman Al Thani, in Doha, March 19, 2026. — AFP Israel "cannot live without an enemy": Hakan Fidan.Fidan says move…
(2026-04-13). Israeli MK mocks Trump over Iran war handling, then deletes posts. haaretz.com MK Tzvika Foghel addressed the U.S. president on X in Hebrew: 'Donald, you've [turned out to be] a duck,' a remark he deleted several hours later.
(2026-04-13). THE WAR THEY STARTED—AND LOST: HOW THE U.S. AND ISRAEL TRIGGERED A CRISIS THEY CAN'T CONTROL. scheerpost.com Based on reporting and analysis from Consortium News — "The World This Week: Will the War End?" (April 11, 2026) On April 11, independent outlet Consortium News aired a stark assessment of the war on Iran—one that cuts through official narratives and exposes a far more dangerous reality. Hosted by Joe Lauria and featuring Pulitzer …
(2026-04-13). The War in Iran as International Terrorism. fpif.org A couple of wars ago, when I gave readings from my book Now, welcome to Operation Epic Fu…
(2026-04-13). As US Kills 5 in Boat Strike, Trump Threatens Iran With Same Killing "System" truthout.org The U.S. military announced that it had carried out another attack on vessels in the eastern Pacific Ocean on Saturday, bringing the total death toll of its boat strike campaign to 168 people as President Donald Trump threatens the same "system" of attacks against Iran, despite the ceasefire. U.S. Southern Command, also known as SOUTHCOM, posted a video of the strike on social media. |
(2026-04-13). Happer, Lindzen, Koonin Letter to the Federal Judicial Center. wattsupwiththat.com Because the "How Science Works" chapter was written in large part to support the now-withdrawn climate chapter—and because it departs so dramatically from the Manual's tradition of neutrality—we respectfully recommend that it also be withdrawn before federal and state judges are mistakenly led to use it to admit or exclude scientific evidence, and its false science contaminates what we understand is more than 1,000 climate-related cases in state and federal courts.
(2026-04-13). Kazakhstan Jails Activists for Peaceful Xinjiang Protest. hrw.org Click to expand Image | Special police forces in a Kazakh court on the day of the sentencing of 19 people accused of "inciting ethnic hatred." Taldykorgan, April 13, 2026. | © 2026 Melirim Bakytzhanqyzy/RFE/RL…
(2026-04-13). When a "Drought" NOT a Drought? wattsupwiththat.com But whatever the motive, it is very harmful, resulting in unnecessary worry and leading to bad decisions (like the wasteful, corrupting Washington State CCA, which preferentially hurts low-income people while enriching special interest groups).
(2026-04-13). Why we need radical bookshops more than ever. thecanary.co 
The loss of radical bookshops does not just stifle the spread of radical ideas. What replaces these spaces is isolation. Yet across the UK, radical booksellers are now fighting back. The far right in the North East Increasingly, political life is pushed online, where it can connect, but just as easily fragment. Without physical spaces, […] | By
(2026-04-13). WHYY Newscast for Monday 6:00 a.m. whyy.org The latest local headlines from WHYY…
(2026-04-13). Report: Shin Bet opinion bars Netanyahu trial testimony over security concerns. haaretz.com Channel 13 News reports that the confidential document, submitted at the behest of Shin Bet chief David Zini, says that the Israeli prime minister cannot spend long periods of time in locations where his presence will be public knowledge ahead of time…
(2026-04-13). Emilie Bickerton: Subterranean Godard. newleftreview.org Emilie Bickerton on Michael Witt, Jean-Luc Godard's Unmade and Abandoned Projects. A 'negative' history that sheds new light on the master filmmaker.
(2026-04-13). Pope responds to Trump picturing himself as Jesus. thecanary.co 
If you had to compare one living person to Jesus Christ, it would not be Donald Trump. You might actually say Trump is the polar opposite of Christ — a sort of 'anti-Christ', if you will. One person who disagrees, however, is the man himself: Good lord Jesus was famous for kicking the money lenders […] | By
(2026-04-13). Three killed as passenger vehicle falls into ravine in Lower Dir. tribune.com.pk 
At least three people, including a child, were killed and 10 others injured when a passenger vehicle plunged into a deep ravine in Lower Dir area of Khyber-Pakhtunkhwa on Monday, Rescue 1122 officials said. | According to a Rescue 1122 spokesperson, the vehicle was travelling from the Maidan area to Nambatai when it went off the road after being struck by another vehicle. The deceased included a child, a woman and a man, while the injured comprised men and women, the spokesperson added. | Rescue 1122 teams and ambulances were dispatched immediately after receiving the report. The injured were provided first ai…
(2026-04-13). Streeting monstered in new row with Polanski and the Greens. thecanary.co 
On Sunday 12 April, we reported that Wes Streeting is once again gearing up for a leadership challenge. Should Streeting become PM, he would have two key opponents: Nigel Farage and Zack Polanski. If you're wondering how well Streeting would do against the latter, please see the below: pic.twitter.com/hTDrbVop3v — Zack Polanski (@ZackPolanski) April 12, […] | By
(2026-04-13). Rory McIlroy wins Masters to become fourth back-to-back champion. aljazeera.com The Northern Irishman becomes the first player to repeat at Augusta National since Tiger Woods back in 2001-2002.
(2026-04-13). Magyar ends Trump-backed Orban's 16-year rule in major Hungary election upset. geo.tv 
Peter Magyar, leader of the opposition Tisza party, celebrates, after Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban conceded defeat in the parliamentary election, in Budapest on April 12, 2026.— ReutersVote puts end to conservative Orban's 16-year rule.Election outcome significant for EU, US,…
(2026-04-13). Ben-Gvir says he feels like he 'owns' Al-Aqsa during raid. newarab.com 
Israel's In a video released by his office, Ben-Gvir addressed the camera from within the compound and said: "Today you feel like you own the place". | "Now there is still what to do. Now there is still what to improve", the far-right politician con…
(2026-04-13). Ibrahim Traoré: We do not want a democracy that kills. mronline.org 
Recent comments by Ibrahim Traoré on democracy have spread widely in Western media following an interview, but interpretations that he rejects democracy appear to misrepresent his position.
(2026-04-13). WHYY Newscast for Monday 9:00 a.m. whyy.org The latest local headlines from WHYY…
(2026-04-13). France open to engaging on slavery reparations, says Ghana. scmp.com Ghana said France was open to having ‚Å discussions with a coalition ‚Å of countries that are calling ‚Å for reparations for transatlantic slavery, following a meeting last week with President Emmanuel Macron. | Ghana's President John Dramani Mahama, accompanied by Foreign Minister Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa and other officials, held talks with Macron in Paris on Wednesday.
(2026-04-13). Wrong Again, Associated Press, Climate Change Isn't Overrunning Evolution. wattsupwiththat.com The Associated Press has taken an emerging field of conservation genomics and wrapped it in an existential storyline that exaggerates the speed and uniqueness of current climate trends. That is false science reporting. Unfortunately, it is what we have come to expect from the Associated Press when it writes about climate change, a low quality narrative largely bereft of facts and context.
(2026-04-13). Russian frigate 'resurfaces', chases off NATO pirates days after Kiev 'sank' it. infobrics.org After realizing that its little propaganda ploy failed, the Neo-Nazi junta resorted to damage control, claiming that its drones didn't hit "Admiral Grigorovich", but "Admiral Makarov", which was later amended to also include "Admiral Essen". In other words, when caught lying and conducting its "PR victories", the Kiev regime tries to hide it all with additional lies that only make things worse.
(2026-04-13). Austrian researchers develop QR code thinner than human hair. ummid.com Researchers from TU Wien, a public research university in Vienna, Austria have developed a QR code which is thinner than human hair, setting a new benchmark in miniaturization.
(2026-04-13). Former Brazil spy chief arrested by ICE in Florida. scmp.com Former ‚Å Brazilian intelligence chief Alexandre Ramagem ‚Å has been detained by ICE in the ‚Å United States, the agency reported on its website on Monday, after he fled Brazil in September following his conviction for plotting a coup with ex-president Jair Bolsonaro. | Ramagem, a former Federal Police inspector, was sentenced to over 16 years in prison for his role ‚Äåin a plot to overturn leftist leader Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva's 2022 election victory over Bolsonaro.
(2026-04-13). At The Heartland Climate Conference: "What Is The Proof?" , Earth's Energy Imbalance Edition. wattsupwiththat.com With regard to EEI, the answer to the question "What Is The Proof?" is that there is no proof.
(2026-04-13). Why did Pakistan deploy soldiers, fighter jets to Saudi Arabia. newarab.com 
(2026-04-13). Israeli military says surrounded key Lebanese town of Bint Jbeil. newarab.com 
The Israeli military said on Monday its troops had completely surrounded a key town in southern Lebanon amid fierce clashes with Hezbollah fighters. | The announcement marks a significant advance in "The forces of the 98th Division have completed the encirclement of the town of Bint Jbeil and have begun an assault on it," the military's Arabic-language spokesman Avichay Adraee said on X. | Adraee claimed that Israeli forces have killed more than…
(2026-04-13). Saturday 4/11: Using the Frontier Thesis to explain White Christian Nationalism: another walking tour. indybay.org meet in the lobby of the American Youth Hostel | 312 Mason Street | San Francisco…
(2026-04-13). Award-winning tragicomedic film by Croatian director traces the birth of fascism. globalvoices.org 
(2026-04-13). Who is Israel's US envoy leading talks with Lebanon? aljazeera.com Israel's envoy to the US has far-right ties and has engaged in contentious rhetoric during Lebanese peace negotiations.
(2026-04-13). On the limits of Western Marxism. mronline.org 
Toward critical consciousness and the development of revolutionary capacity.
(2026-04-13). Wife of Spanish PM Pedro Sanchez charged with corruption. scmp.com Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez's wife, Begona Gomez, has been formally charged with corruption after a years-long criminal investigation, according to a court ruling published on Monday. | The investigation is one of several corruption cases that have embroiled the Socialist leader's family and former allies, putting pressure on his minority coalition government.
(2026-04-13). Los Angeles teachers unions announce sellout in bid to sabotage district-wide strike. wsws.org The moves by UTLA and the administrators union are aimed at blocking unified strike action with 30,000 school support staff in SEIU Local 99.
(2026-04-13). Ben-Gvir says attorney general constitutional by calling for his dismissal. haaretz.com The far-right minister claimed there is no evidence that he interferes in police appointments or operations — and that his continued tenure as national security minister was decided by the public in the elections, which the court is not authorized to question…
(2026-04-13). People Die While Companies Profit, as Concentration Camps Metastasize Across the US. fairobserver.com The March 4, 2026, edition of the Arizona Daily Star put the facts succinctly: "A Haitian asylum seeker held for four months at Florence Correctional Center died Monday at a Scottsdale hospital due to complications from an infected tooth." It seems the infection spread from his tooth to his lungs, causing him to develop the…
(2026-04-13). Inspire Festival for the Airborne Aware marks a new chapter in COVID-conscious arts. thecanary.co 
Inspire: A Performing Arts Festival by and for the Airborne Aware, a free Zoom festival running 15—19 April 2026, will bring together music, theater and comedy made by COVID-conscious artists for COVID-conscious audiences. It is the first known event of its kind to assemble these different genres of COVID-conscious performance into a single airborne-aware program. […] | By
(2026-04-13). "Everyone dies" : Grenfell Tower, regulation, and what the ruling class want from Reform UK. wsws.org Simon Dudley, less than a month after his appointment as Reform's housing spokesman, said that the 2017 inferno that claimed 72 lives, was a "tragedy" but "everyone dies in the end."
(2026-04-13). Dozens detained in New York City protest over US arms sales to Israel. scmp.com Dozens of protesters were detained by ‚Å police in New ‚Å York City on Monday during demonstrations ‚Å calling for the blocking of arms sales to Israel and an end to US military support for its ally. | Demonstrators included anti-war group Jewish Voice for Peace, which said around 90 people were detained. ‚ÄåAmong those detained was whistle-blower Chelsea Manning, a former US Army soldier and WikiLeaks source.
(2026-04-13). What's behind Viktor Orban's defeat in Hungary's election? aljazeera.com Hungary's opposition has defeated the prime minister by a landslide.
(2026-04-13). Israeli troops fire tear gas at Palestinian kids in West Bank. newarab.com 
(2026-04-13). Russian Envoy Says India-Russia Partnership Remains Strong. infobrics.org Russian envoy Roman Babushkin said India-Russia ties remain strong despite sanctions and global pressure.He emphasised uninterrupted dialogue, new economic mechanisms and continued cooperation, reaffirming both nations as reliable partners…
(2026-04-13). Katy Perry, Justin Trudeau turn heads at Coachella. tribune.com.pk 
Pop icon Katy Perry and former Canadian prime minister Justin Trudeau have been turning heads since they went official with their relationship in December 2025. This weekend, the couple took to Coachella. | View this post on Instagram | Perry gave fans a peek into her festival getaway on Instagram, sharing clips and snapshots of the event, including videos of performances from Justin Bieber, Sabrina Carpenter, and Karol G. | In one humorous clip, Perry filmed Bieber mid-performance, while clearly scrolling on YouTube, joking "I hope you don't get any ads", reflecting her signature playful personality. | Read M…
(2026-04-13). Viola Liuzzo Street Renaming Honors Civil Rights Martyr. wibailoutpeople.org 
Abayomi Azikiwe, April 13, 2026 On Sat. April 11, 2026, more than 100 people gathered at the corner of Pembroke and Mansfield on the northwest side of Detroit for a ceremony to rename a portion of a street after Mrs. Viola Liuzzo who was murdered by the Ku Klux Klan in Alabama in March 1965. …
(2026-04-13). How right erodes democratic oversight to reshape the Israeli military. haaretz.com The 'People's Army' model is meant to serve the citizens of Israel — by the people, for the people. But this basic principle is being steadily worn down ever since October 2023…
(2026-04-13). The New York Times, the Democratic Party and the preparation of Phase 2 of the war against Iran. wsws.org The Times, speaking for the Democratic Party, proceeds from a premise it considers too self-evident to require argument: that the failure to achieve the war's objectives would constitute a strategic catastrophe of the first order.
(2026-04-13). Red Cross calls consecutive Lebanon strikes 'gravely concerning'. newarab.com 
The International Committee of the Red Cross said it was deeply concerned by attacks on medical workers in Lebanon after a deadly strike on a Red Cross centre in the country's south on Monday and the death of a volunteer a day earlier. | Lebanon's state news agency reported that Monday's strike, which it said was carried out by Israel, killed one person and damaged The ICRC said the Lebanese Red Cross centre in the southern coastal district of Tyre was hit by the strike. It did not comment on who was responsible or give details of the vict…
(2026-04-13). KVS Balvatika Admission List 2026 Published, Where to Check. ummid.com Kendriya Vidyalaya Admission 2026-27 List: The Kendriya Vidyalaya Sangathan (KVS) has released on its website www.kvsangathan.nic.in the KV Admission First List (lottery result) of Balvatika-1 & 3 and Class 1 for the academic year 2026-27.
(2026-04-13). This week in history: April 13-19. wsws.org Massacre of students in Ethiopia; India, China resume official ties; European Coal and Steel Community formed; First dance premiere for Martha Graham…
(2026-04-13). 2026 Assembly Elections: Polling Ends in Kerala, Assam, Puducherry. ummid.com 2026 Assembly Elections: Polling ended Thursday April 09, 2026 in the 3 of the 5 Indian States with Puducherry registering a voting percentage of 89.87% followed by Assam 84.42% and Kerala 78.21%…
(2026-04-13). Regent Squire Wing-In-Ground Effect Drone Demonstrator Makes First Flight. twz.com 
(2026-04-13). Middle East war boosts London Heathrow airport traffic. newarab.com 
London's Heathrow Airport announced Monday a 10 percent increase in transit passengers during March as the Total passenger numbers, including those using Europe's busiest airport to transit, climbed 6.9 percent to 6.65 million last month compared with a year earlier, Heathrow added in a statement. | "While Heathrow's long-haul network absorbed demand in March, the outlook for the next few months remains uncertain" amid the conflict, said the airport's chief executive Thomas Woldb…
(2026-04-13). Xi Ruochen: In Search of Good Books. newleftreview.org Where might Chinese-language readers hungry for critical histories and marginalized voices find such books? A history of Sinosphere publishing, charting the relationship between Hong Kong and the Mainland within a broader media ecology from the Revolution to the present.
(2026-04-13). WHYY Newscast for Monday 4:00 p.m. whyy.org The latest local headlines from WHYY…
(2026-04-13). Hezbollah leader urges Lebanon's government to pull out of Israel talks. aljazeera.com Naim Qassem says planned talks in Washington, DC, are a ploy to pressure Hezbollah into laying down its weapons.
(2026-04-13). GB News Hosts Reform UK and Conservative Politicians and Activists Posing as Ordinary Voters. bylinetimes.com 
GB News has repeatedly platformed Conservative and Reform candidates, councillors, and activists under the guise of being members of the public — often without informing viewers of their political affiliations, a Byline Times investigation has found. | The findings raise questions about how the channel acts as a potential springboard for prospective parliamentary and council candidates on the political right. |
| 'People's Panel': | The phenomenon goes back to the channel's earlier days. A Sunday show hosted by Camilla Tominey, first aired in January 2023, featured a "people's panel". | Ann…
(2026-04-13). Iran agrees for ceasefire with US, opening of Hormuz Strait. ummid.com In an important move towards deescalation in the Middle East, Iran and United States Tuesday April 07, 2026 agreed for ceasefire and opening of Hormuz Strait.
(2026-04-13). WHYY Newscast for Monday 7:00 p.m. whyy.org The latest local headlines from WHYY…
(2026-04-13). Australia's 000 failures: Why your phone may fail to call Triple Zero. independentaustralia.net 
(2026-04-13). The consequences of extreme exploitation — Enjoy Your Stay and I Understand Your Displeasure. wsws.org Both films underscore a central truth: under capitalism, personal decisions can be so severely restricted that they become almost irrelevant.
(2026-04-13). Tucker Carlson criticises UK ban on Palestine Action. newarab.com 
Conservative US journalist Tucker Carlson has sharply criticised the British government for banning the group In an interview with the BBC, he said the ban had been imposed Israel's request. | Carlson's criticism came hours after British police arrested more than 500 supporters of the group during a protest in central London. | Carlson described
(2026-04-13). Bernie Sanders vows to push resolution to block US weapons to Israel. aljazeera.com Bill is unlikely to pass in Republican-controlled Senate, but it could test waning support for Israel among Democrats.
(2026-04-13). FO Talks: The $9 Trillion Crisis — AI, Burnout and the Collapse of White Collar Jobs. fairobserver.com Fair Observer's Chief Strategy Officer Peter Isackson and Global Civilization Dynamics Founder Vinay Singh to examine a silent breakdown in the modern white-collar economy. They begin with a striking anecdote: a software engineer claiming experience at Meta sends hundreds of applications and reaches out to more than a thousand recruiters without receiving a single offer….
(2026-04-13). Deputy President launches 4IR lab in Mpumalanga. sanews.gov.za Deputy President launches 4IR lab in Mpumalanga | The Chairperson of the Human Resource Development Council, Deputy President Paul Mashatile, will on Tuesday officially launch the Gert Sibande Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) College Fourth Industrial Revolution (4IR) lab and Centre of Specialisation Millwright Workshop in the Mpumalanga Province. | The launch represents a significant milestone in the government's efforts to advance skills development in line with the demands of the Fourth Industrial Revolution (4IR). | "The initiative also highlights the Gert Sibande TVET College's commitme…
(2026-04-13). Over 106,000 Holocaust survivors live in Israel; About 12,000 passed away over the last year. haaretz.com According to yearly data published by Israel's National Insurance Institute and the Welfare Ministry, about 75 percent are recognized as eligible for long-term care benefits, a two-percent increase from 2025, and almost a third receive an income supplement benefit…
(2026-04-13). Karnataka 2nd PUC (12th) Result 2026: Steps, Link to Check. ummid.com The Karnataka School Examination and Assessment Board (KSEAB) in coordination with Karnataka Department of Pre-University Education (DPUE) is set to declare the results of the Second Year Pre-University (2nd PUC) or Class 12 2025 soon, most likely on April 09, 2026.
(2026-04-13). Judge Strikes Down Updated Policy Restricting Journalists' Access to Pentagon. truthout.org A federal judge has found that an interim Department of Defense (DOD) policy — which replaced a similar policy that sought to restrict journalists' access to Pentagon sources earlier this year — violates First Amendment press freedoms and is therefore unlawful and unenforceable. The original policy had restricted journalists by barring them from entering the Pentagon and speaking with… |
(2026-04-13). ColorWalk goes viral on social media. ecns.cn A new spring walking trend called "ColorWalk" has gone viral on Chinese social media, quickly gaining popularity among young people.
(2026-04-13). WBW News Action: War Wants Your Money. worldbeyondwar.org 
(2026-04-13). Trump Administration Fires Judges Who Blocked Deportations of àñztàºrk, Mahdawi. truthout.org The Trump administration has fired two judges who ruled against them in their cases attempting to deport pro-Palestine student advocates Ràºmeysa àñztàºrk and Mohsen Mahdawi, as officials seek to reshape federal immigration courts to speed deportations. According to The New York Times, the two judges, Roopal Patel and Nina Froes, were dismissed by the administration alongside four other judges… |
(2026-04-13). Watch: Ronaldo's Free Kick Goal Viral Ahead of Al-Nassr Vs Al Akhdoud Clash. ummid.com Saudi Pro League 2025-26: The video of Portuguese legendary footballer Cristiano Ronaldo's 'insane' free kick goal has gone viral ahead of Al-Nassr vs Al-Akhdoud Saudi Pro League (SPL) match Saturday April 11, 2026.
(2026-04-13). Tell Congress: Tax dollars for healthcare not warfare. peoplesworld.org 
Tax dollars for healthcare not warfare Call, write, and visit your U.S. Representative and Senators to demand that Congress immediately pass an emergency War Powers Resolution to end the illegal and deadly war on Iran. Congress has the power and must refuse the White House budget request to fund wars and ICE violence while slashing …
(2026-04-13). French Polynesia's legislature shows new shape, more divisions. asiapacificreport.nz By Patrick Decloitre, RNZ Pacific correspondent French Pacific desk The Territorial Assembly of French Polynesia has for the first time shown a new configuration during its first administrative sitting on Friday, following a mass resignation of a group of young elected members of the ruling Tavini Huiraatira. This follows the mass resignation of a group…
(2026-04-13). How Corporatism Paved the Way For The MAGAcademy Takeover of Higher Education. scheerpost.com How Corporatism Paved the Way for the Hostile Takeover of Higher Ed Nolan Higdon Note: The following is an excerpt from the book MAGAcademy. By purchasing the book through Project Censored, proceeds go to support their work as a non-profit education and media literacy organization. Click Here to Purchase "People can have a difference of opinion." Farley, …
(2026-04-13). Albany Comedy Nate Wright 04-07-2026. mediasanctuary.org This week in Albany Comedy Corner, we interviewed comedian Nate Wright to talk about is show Upper Crust Comedy at RockHill Bakehouse on April 22nd. We also talk about his journey through comedy and his job working at the Comedy Works in Saratoga. Hope you enjoy this interview with Nate Wright and the host this week Tyler Artis.
(2026-04-13). Fund Drive: Without your help, People's World won't make it. peoplesworld.org 
TO: The readers of People's World FROM: C.J. Atkins, Managing Editor That headline should alarm you—and here's why. With two weeks left in the People's World 2026 Fund Drive, we've raised only $67,400 of our $140,000 target. Not reaching that goal won't just be a disappointment—it would have an immediate and damaging impact on the …
(2026-04-13). hope you can do it How Israel echoed in election. haaretz.com For Hungary's young people, the election felt existential. Many said an Orbán win would drive them from the country. The familiarity I felt with them as Israel approaches a vote on Netanyahu was chilling…
(2026-04-13). Flurry Of Navy Minesweepers Appear To Be Heading Toward The Middle East. twz.com 
(2026-04-13). India Wants to Work with Russia on Bharatiya Antariksh Station. infobrics.org Director of IPRC, Asir Packiaraj has indicated that ISRO aims to work closely with Russia on assembling its orbital complex. India is working closely with spacefaring nations around the world to realise its space ambitions…
(2026-04-13). Palestinian family jailed after reporting settler attacks. newarab.com 
(2026-04-13). Swalwell to quit US Congress following sexual misconduct allegations. scmp.com US congressman Eric Swalwell said on Monday he will resign from the House of Representatives, bowing to pressure from both Democrats and Republicans to leave Congress or face expulsion following sexual misconduct allegations that upended his campaign for governor. | The California Democrat vowed to fight the allegations but said ‚Äåhe must also "take responsibility and ownership" of his mistakes.
(2026-04-13). EU launches critical minerals procurement platform to cut China dependence. scmp.com The European Union on Monday launched ‚Å the critical minerals ‚Å section of its energy and materials ‚Å procurement platform, which aims to give more power to regional buyers and cut dependence on dominant producer China by aggregating their purchases. | The platform is part of the bloc's RESourceEU strategy, announced in December ‚Äåto develop its supply chains for rare earths and other strategic minerals needed for the energy transition and defence applications. China controls up to 90 per cent of…
(2026-04-13). Ronaldo, Joao Felix shine as Al-Nassr sets new SPL record beating Al-Akhdoud. ummid.com Saudi Pro League 2025-26: Portuguese footballers Cristiano Ronaldo and Joao Felix shined as Al-Nassr defeated Al-Akhdoud 2-0 Saturday April 11, 2026 in their 28th Saudi Pro League match this season.
(2026-04-13). WI BOPM 15th Anniversary Celebration in Madison April 25, 2026. wibailoutpeople.org 
(2026-04-13). Solidarity!: Starbucks Managers Freebies at Coachella. Baristas Are Still Underpaid! wibailoutpeople.org 
View this email in your browser Welcome to Solidarity Saturday, your weekly highlight reel and shortcut to staying plugged in. Starbucks is at it again. Private jet flights for the CEO, expensive conferences in Vegas, and now free drinks at Coachella. Share this parody and ruin Starbucks' festival vibes. Interesting that there's always budget for …
(2026-04-13). As Trump SAVE America Act Stalls in Congress, Red States Pass Their Own Versions. truthout.org President Donald Trump's priority elections bill has languished in the Senate for the past several weeks as some GOP politicians hesitate to upend precedent for voter registration in federal elections before the midterms. That hasn't stopped lawmakers in several red states from introducing similar changes for their elections. Certain provisions that mirror the SAVE America Act — particularly… |
(2026-04-13). Peace Dialog Norway—Russia. worldbeyondwar.org 
In March 2026, a small group of Norwegians traveled to Murmansk and Moscow to meet Russian students, officials, and peace advocates. They went not as diplomats, but as citizens — carrying no mandate except a belief that dialogue matters. #WorldBEYONDWar…
(2026-04-13). US singer Britney Spears checks into rehab following arrest: media. scmp.com US pop superstar Britney Spears has checked herself into rehab following her arrest last month on suspicion of driving while intoxicated near Los Angeles, US media reported on Sunday. | The 44-year-old singer was arrested in early March and booked into custody by the Ventura County Sheriff's Department on suspicion of DUI (driving under the influence).
(2026-04-13). Galaxy S26 Ultra Unlocks New Perspectives in Sports Broadcasting. ummid.com Galaxy S26 Ultra's pro-grade camera redefines the role of mobile devices in sports, delivering a fresh visual experience of skateboarding that reflects the intensity of the sport itself, Samsung Electronics said.
(2026-04-13). Sinner beats Alcaraz in straight sets to win Monte Carlo; reclaim No.1 spot. aljazeera.com Jannik Sinner continues his title-winning run with a 7-6(5) 6-3 triumph and grabs top spot in ATP rankings.
(2026-04-13). University of Michigan subreddit censors WSWS articles on suicide of Chinese researcher. wsws.org Following the suicide of Chinese scientist Danhao Wang, U-M subreddit moderators removed highly viewed posts demanding an investigation into the federal witch-hunt of Chinese researchers and the complicity of the university administration.
(2026-04-13). Rohana Kuddus: Prabowo's Year One. newleftreview.org A critical-analytical portrait of Southeast Asia's answer to Trump, as the Indonesian President—formerly the Suharto dictatorship's crown prince and chief butcher in East Timor—re-centralizes power in the archipelago, strengthening the Army's place within the civil administration.
(2026-04-13). envoy slams Italian magazine cover of West Bank settler violence as. haaretz.com The L'Espresso magazine published the cover image with the headline 'Abuse,' for the issue which features articles about 'how the Zionist right is shaping Greater Israel.' Israel's envoy said the image distorts reality…
(2026-04-13). In Numbers: 76 years on, China—Indonesia friendship across mountains and seas. ecns.cn 2026 marks the 76th anniversary of diplomatic relations between China and Indonesia. Over the years, cooperation in trade, infrastructure, science and technology, and cultural exchanges has steadily advanced, injecting strong momentum into the comprehensive strategic partnership.
(2026-04-13). Nausicaa Renner: Party and Class. newleftreview.org Nausicaa Renner on Paul Heideman, Rogue Elephant. Hollowed-out parties and capitalist sectoralization said to underlie the Trumpian capture of the GOP.
(2026-04-13). TS Inter 1st, 2nd Results 2026 Declared: Check Pass Percentage, Toppers Details. ummid.com TS Inter 11th, 12th Topper List 2026: Telangana State Board of Intermediate Education Andhra Pradesh (TSBIE) has declared today i.e. Sunday April 12, 2026 on its official website tsbie.cgg.gov.in the result of the students who had appeared for TS Intermediate (Class 11 and 12) 1st and 2nd year 2026 examinations.
(2026-04-13). Civilian casualties feared as Nigerian military airstrike hits village market. ecns.cn ABUJA, April 12 ⚪ Civilian casualties are feared after a military airstrike struck a village market in northeastern Nigeria, local media reported Sunday.
(2026-04-13). Naval Blockade Of Iran Now In Full Effect (Updated). twz.com 
(2026-04-13). The moral myth of the first strike. onlineopinion.com.au Pre-emptive war does not defend peace. It destroys the moral ground on which peace depends.
(2026-04-13). Viktor Orban swept from power after 16 years ruling Hungary. aljazeera.com In a record turnout at the polls, Hungarians have voted out their long-serving, far-right Prime Minister Viktor Orban.
(2026-04-13). Millions of people in Sudan surviving on one meal a day: NGOs. newarab.com 
Millions of people in Sudan are surviving on just one meal a day, as the country's food crisis deepens and threatens to spread, according to a report published on Monday by a group of non-governmental organisations. |
(2026-04-13). US Democrats cheer defeat of Trump ally Orban in Hungary. tribune.com.pk 
US Democrats celebrated the defeat of Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban on Sunday, while President Donald Trump's allies and Republican peers offered a more mixed response to the loss of the leader that Trump had endorsed. | Trump had backed Orban leading up to the vote, even speaking briefly last week at a campaign rally in Hungary, when US Vice President JD Vance telephoned his boss upon taking the stage. | But Orban lost power after 16 years as Hungarians voted in record numbers for a pro-EU course spearheaded by centre-right rival Pet…
(2026-04-13). War-driven fuel crisis threatens recession in Australia. wsws.org The Albanese Labor government is presiding over the increasingly devastating impact on working-class living conditions and the prospect of crippling fuel shortages, particularly of diesel.
(2026-04-13). Data centers are straining the grid and changing the environment. peoplesworld.org 
For further reading: Data centers are straining the grid. Can they be forced to pay for it? Residents victorious in fight to stop Pekin, Illinois data center Pekin, Illinois residents turn out to oppose building of AI data center AI data centers gobble electricity, raising energy costs and damaging the climate…
(2026-04-13). Brazil's fugitive ex-spy chief detained by ICE in the US. scmp.com Former Brazilian intelligence ‚Å chief Alexandre Ramagem has ‚Å been detained by ICE in the United States, the agency reported on its website on Monday, after he fled Brazil in September following his conviction for plotting a coup with ‚Äåthen-president Jair Bolsonaro. | Ramagem, 53, is a former congressman and police officer who commanded Brazil's main intelligence agency, ABIN, under Bolsonaro. He was sentenced to more than 16 years in prison for his role in a plot to overturn leftist leader Luiz…
(2026-04-13). Farmers, Environmentalists Sue Trump over EPA Climate Cuts. mediasanctuary.org Environmental groups and Alaskan tribes sued the Trump administration's Environmental Protection Agency for unlawfully repealing the endangerment finding and motor vehicle emissions standards. The EPA's 2009 endangerment finding is the scientific determination that greenhouse gas pollution harms public health and welfare.. The rollback ignores established science and removes critical safeguards at a time when farmers need them the most. Every season, farmers are navigating more uncertainty — excessive rain, lack of rain, excessive heat, and everything in between. Wes Gillingham of Wild Roots Farm and NOFA…
(2026-04-13). Takaichi fallacious Taiwan remarks undermine foundation of China-Japanese tiesÔºöChinese FM. ecns.cn China on Friday said Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi's fallacious remarks on Taiwan were the root cause of the current state of China-Japanese relations, after Tokyo downgraded its description of ties with Beijing in its annual diplomatic bluebook.
(2026-04-13). Sign Onto Letter of Support for Salah Sarsour. wibailoutpeople.org 
Many of our WNPJ member groups have signed onto this letter to support Salah Sarsour, a Palestinian-American in Milwaukee, arrested by ICE.Would your group consider signing on?Please read more about the story here and here.Please keep Salah, his family and community in your prayers and show your support by sharing statements, news articles and supporting his Go Fund Me …
(2026-04-13). University of Washington graduate student and his son deported, as immigration arrests surge statewide. wsws.org Kennedy Orwa, a PhD student at the University of Washington, was detained at Seattle-Tacoma International Airport on April 7 and deported with his 13-year-old son the following day.
(2026-04-13). Iran, Parthia and Proxy Wars. juancole.com Orono, Maine (Special to Informed Comment; Feature) — Two millennia ago a man who gained a fortune in real estate speculation had a major role to play in the Roman Republic. Marcus Lucinius Crassus, who began his public career as a military commander under Sulla and after Sulla became Roman dictator and property was confiscated Crassus became wealthy. He was appointed a governor of Syria. and became convinced that, like Caesar, he too could gain military glory. He decided on the conquest of Parthia and with the assistance of his son, Publius Crassus, who joined him in Syria with 1000 Gallic cavalry, he cros…
(2026-04-13). Labor and Community Members Pack the House for Minneapolis People's Fighters Event in Madison (Photos). wibailoutpeople.org 
All photos on April 11, 2026 by: Wisconsin Bail Out The People Movement All photos on April 11, 2026 by: Wisconsin Bail Out The People Movement All photos on April 11, 2026 by: Wisconsin Bail Out The People Movement All photos on April 11, 2026 by: Wisconsin Bail Out The People Movement All photos on …
(2026-04-13). Thursday 4/23: Reimagining AI: How AI is Being Used & Abused and Harnessing It for Social Good. indybay.org Online via Zoom | RSVP: www.thenation.com/events/reimagining-ai/…
(2026-04-13). Over 500 people arrested in London at Palestine Action protest. mronline.org 
Palestine Action, a direct-action group protesting against Israeli war crimes, was proscribed by the British government in July 2025.
(2026-04-13). Labour MPs are using green branding again. thecanary.co 
You can always tell that a political party is in trouble, because its MPs start using different branding: in the past, we've witnessed Tories using Labour red; now, we're seeing Labour using green — a colour most commonly associated with the Green Party: Now why would a Labour MP be using Green branding eh? t.co/9oLEIfjExK […] | By
(2026-04-13). Israel is crying about Spanish burning effigy of war criminal Netanyahu. thecanary.co 
Israel is having a petulant hissy fit about Spain. Again. The occupation regime has cried that a Spanish village's decision to use an effigy of genocidal war criminal Benjamin Netanyahu in its traditional Easter ceremony is — you've guessed it — antisemitic. The Israeli government — never one to shy away from displays of arrogance […] | By
(2026-04-13). get After 16-years under Orbán, Jews are split over what comes next. haaretz.com As crowds celebrated Péter Magyar's victory over Viktor Orbán, Hungary's Jews had more questions than answers. One said Magyar 'didn't address key issues like Israel,' another said it was time for a leadership change within the community…
(2026-04-13). What I would do if I was Mojtaba Khamenei a Kenyan perspective. asiapacificreport.nz COMMENTARY: By Bonface Chisutia On the night of February 28, the Israel-US airstrike killed his father, Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, his wife, his brother-in-law and sister-in-law. According to a recent report from Reuters, Ayatollah Seyyed Mojtaba Khamenei suffered life threatening injuries and apparently lost his leg and has a disfigured face. The report said…
(2026-04-13). Japan to welcome 30 Nato envoys as Trump rattles US allies. scmp.com Japan and Nato are drawing closer together, with 30 representatives from the transatlantic security alliance's member states set to visit Tokyo this month amid mounting concern over Washington's reliability as a security partner. | The Nato envoys will reportedly hold talks on China's expanding regional influence, Russia's ongoing war in Ukraine and the implications of a more volatile global security order, according to Japanese public broadcaster NHK.
(2026-04-13). Sheboygan April 23 and Manitowoc April 24, 2026: Corporate Research, ICE Data Centers! wibailoutpeople.org 
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(2026-04-13). Farage increasingly isolated as pal Orban given the boot. thecanary.co 
On 12 April, the people of Hungary voted out the loathsome Viktor Orbán. As we reported, the man who's replacing him is another right-wing Zionist. What he's not, however, is a member of the same network of would-be-despots as Nigel Farage. Increasingly, then, it's looking like the global right-wing uprising that Farage was relying on […] | By
(2026-04-13). Weekly Climate and Energy News Roundup. wattsupwiththat.com "All other aspects and characteristics of science can be understood directly when we understand that observation is the ultimate and final judge of the truth of an idea." — Richard Feynman, The Meaning of It All: Thoughts of a Citizen-Scientist (1998)…
(2026-04-13). Hungary: New Government Needs to Restore Rule of Law. hrw.org Click to expand Image | Tisza supporters celebrate after Peter Magyar's victory speech in Budapest, Hungary, April 12, 2026. | © 2026 Sipa via AP Images | (Budapest, April 14, 2026) — Hungary's incoming government should take immediate steps to restore fundamental rights, dismantle abusive laws and institutions, and strengthen democratic institutions, after years of backsliding, Human Rights Watch said today.The incoming government should in its first weeks in office demonstrate a clear commitment to restore for fundamental rights and reinstate democratic safeguards, including by upholding Hungary's…
(2026-04-13). UK murder of 3 girls by teenager should have been prevented, says inquiry. scmp.com The murders of three young girls ‚Å at a Taylor ‚Å Swift-themed dance event in Britain in ‚Å 2024 should have been prevented, but there was a "fundamental failure" by state bodies to recognise the risk the killer posed, a public inquiry concluded on Monday. | Teenager Axel Rudakubana launched the ‚Äåfrenzied knife attack at the summer holiday event in Southport, northern England, on July 29, 2024, in what Prime Minister Keir Starmer called "a devastating moment" in British history.
(2026-04-13). Freedom for Ba≈üaran Aksu and all working-class prisoners in Türkiye! wsws.org Ula≈ü Sevinàß, leader of the Sosyalist E≈üitlik Partisi — Dà∂rdàºncຠEnternasyonal in Türkiye, released a video statement condemning the arrest of independent union leader Ba≈üaran Aksu.
(2026-04-13). United Auto Workers financial report shows 2025 another bumper year for union apparatus as assets rise to $1.25 billion. wsws.org The UAW's net assets and bureaucrats' salaries rose last year while strike activity fell to near zero.
(2026-04-13). Viktor Orbán's Era Is Over: Hungarians Celebrate as Longtime Far-Right Leader Suffers Landslide Loss. democracynow.org 
Official election results in Hungary show Péter Magyar and his opposition Tisza party won Sunday's parliamentary election in a landslide, with more than the two-thirds majority needed to amend Hungary's constitution. Hungary's far-right Viktor Orbán has been prime minister of the country since 2010, making him the European Union's longest-serving leader. His campaign was supported by Russian President Vladimir Putin and the Trump administration. | Tens of thousands gathered in Budapest on Sunday to celebrate the victory over Orbán. "Everybody was partying on the streets. Strangers we…
(2026-04-13). China overseas students top 570,000 in 2025, returnees remain high. ecns.cn More than 570,000 Chinese students went abroad for study in 2025, while over 535,000 returned to China, data from the Chinese Service Center for Scholarly Exchange under the Ministry of Education showed.
(2026-04-13). U.S. forces to begin blockading ships entering or exiting Iranian ports on Monday. ecns.cn U.S. forces will begin implementing a blockade of "all maritime traffic entering and exiting Iranian ports" on Monday at 10 a.m. Eastern Time, U.S. Central Command said in a statement Sunday.
(2026-04-13). Brasil activo en la solidaridad con Cuba. radiohc.cu 
Otro donativo con medicamentos para instituciones de la salud en Cuba llegó desde Brasil en los últimos días, como una forma de romper el bloqueo económico, comercial y financiero impuesto por Estados Unidos hace más de seis décadas y recrudecido con un cerco petrolero después de la firma por parte de Donald Trump de un Decreto Presidencial el 29 de enero de 2026. | Carmen Diniz, miembro del Movimiento de Solidaridad con Cuba Brasilero por más de tres décadas, activista del Movimiento Sin Tierra dijo a Radio Habana Cuba que se trata de maletas solidarias con jeringas y agujas, además de otros medicamentos y que l…
(2026-04-13). Perú: Continúan comicios para que voten los excluidos de sufragio. cubadebate.cu Las elecciones peruanas continúan este lunes en 211 mesas de sufragio que no se instalaron debido a problemas logísticos, y son materia de una controversia con implicaciones políticas. La secretaria del JNE, Yesica Clavijo, anunció que la elección complementaria se realizará en las mesas de votación afectadas en Lima y en dos jurisdicciones de Estados Unidos.
(2026-04-13). Semanario Económico… Proyecciones. radiohc.cu A continuación, presentamos un resumen de los acontecimientos económicos nacionales e internacionales más relevantes de la semana y las proyecciones futuras que pueden influir en el ámbito nacional, regional y global. | NACIONALES | El presidente de la república Miguel Díaz-Canel, dio la bienvenida a Sergei Ryabkov, viceministro de Asuntos Exteriores de Rusia, quien expresó su solidaridad con la Isla. | Asimismo, Díaz-Canel transmitió un mensaje a la II Conferencia Internacional sobre Medidas Coercitivas Unilaterales que sesionó en Ginebra, expresando confianza en el multilateralismo y la diplomacia para la paz y…
(2026-04-13). Advertencia de Teherán: Ningún puerto en los golfos estará seguro si se amenaza el territorio iraní. cubadebate.cu El portavoz del Cuartel General Central de Khatam al-Anbiya, Ebrahim Zolfaghari, declaró que ningún puerto en el golfo Pérsico y el mar de Omán estará a salvo si los de su país se ven amenazados. "El ejercicio de la soberanía de la República Islámica de Irán en nuestras aguas territoriales es un derecho natural del pueblo iraní", agregó.
(2026-04-13). Interrupción de la relación de trabajo en el derecho laboral cubano. cubadebate.cu Sin profundizar más allá de lo necesario en aspectos de carácter conceptual, es importante señalar de manera sencilla y asequible que el derecho laboral tiene una clara vocación de tutela y protección del más débil en la relación que se establece entre empleador y trabajador. El principio protectorio es uno de los fundamentales del derecho del trabajo.
(2026-04-13). Encuesta revela creciente desconfianza en Europa hacia Estados Unidos. cubadebate.cu Una encuesta reciente del medio Politico Pulse revela que la percepción de Estados Unidos entre los ciudadanos europeos se ha deteriorado, al punto de que en varios países es visto más como una posible amenaza que como un aliado cercano. Apenas alrededor del 12% de los encuestados en Europa considera a Estados Unidos un socio estrecho.
(2026-04-13). Your Party Scotland leadership declares party is 'over' after committee's mass resignation. thecanary.co 
The leadership of Your Party Scotland (YPS) has resigned en masse, citing the consistent contempt shown towards members and the organisation north of the border. All 12 members of the Interim Scottish Executive Committee have unanimously left their roles and pledged to help form a new party. Your Party's Interim Scottish Executive Committee (ISEC) was […] | By