(2026-04-28). Iran using Hormuz as 'economic nuclear weapon' — Rubio. rt.com 
The US will not allow Tehran to control the critical chokepoint, the secretary of state has said | US Secretary of State Marco Rubio has accused Iran of using the Strait of Hormuz as an "economic nuclear weapon," stressing that Washington will not accept the reopening of the waterway on Tehran's terms or postponing talks on its nuclear program. | According to Axios and several other outlets, Iran has passed a new offer to Washington, which includes a plan to reopen the Strait of Hormuz and end the war, while deferring nuclear negotiations to a later stage. | Speaking on Fox News on Monday, Rubio was skeptical…
(2026-04-28). US 'humiliated' by Iranian leadership — German chancellor. rt.com 
Friedrich Merz says Washington has "no convincing strategy" in talks with Tehran | The US lacks a coherent negotiation strategy and is being "humiliated" by Iran, German Chancellor Friedrich Merz said on Monday. | Merz made the remarks as the vital Strait of Hormuz remains closed to most shipping, driving up global energy prices. | "The Iranians are clearly stronger than expected, and the Americans clearly have no truly convincing strategy in the negotiations either," Merz said during a visit to a school in Marsberg, North Rhine-Westphalia. | "The problem with conflicts like this is always that you don't just…
(2026-04-28). UK officials fear 'Zelensky-style clash' between Trump and King Charles — Guardian. rt.com 
The planners of the monarch's visit to the White House reportedly want to avoid potentially "humiliating" incidents | UK officials have pushed to bar journalists from a meeting between King Charles III and US President Donald Trump in the Oval Office, out of concern over potentially embarrassing incidents, The Guardian reported on Tuesday, citing people involved in planning the monarch's trip to Washington. | According to the newspaper, the White House agreed that the meeting between the two leaders should be held off camera to avoid what it described as "potential humiliation." Trump and Charles will pose for…
(2026-04-27). Russia expands sanctions on EU officials over arming Ukraine. rt.com 
Moscow says no outside pressure can sway its foreign policy | Moscow has expanded the sanctions on European officials involved in arming Ukraine, after the EU adopted its 20th package of sanctions on Russia. | In a statement on Monday, the Russian Foreign Ministry said the restrictions rolled out last week by Brussels "grossly violate international law." | "In response to the EU's unlawful decisions, the Russian side has significantly expanded the list of representatives of EU institutions, EU member states, and a number of European countries aligning themselves with Brussels' anti-Russian policy," the ministr…
(2026-04-27). Israel slams Ukraine's 'Twitter diplomacy'. rt.com 
Foreign Minister Gideon Saar says Kiev has not provided evidence that the Jewish state is buying "stolen" grain from Russia | Israeli Foreign Minister Gideon Saar has rebuked his Ukrainian counterpart on social media, saying Kiev has not provided evidence that Israel is buying "stolen" grain from Russia. | On Monday, Ukrainian Foreign Minister Andrey Sibiga condemned Israel for facilitating what he called Russia's "illegal trade in stolen Ukrainian grain." | Ukrainian media earlier reported that the cargo vessel Panormitis, carrying grain from Russia's new regions, was approaching the Israeli port of Haifa.
(2026-04-27). Russian citizens being held in Armenia on spying allegations. rt.com 
Investigators are pressuring the detainees to admit guilt despite a lack of evidence, their lawyer has told RT | Three Russian citizens are being held in a detention center in Armenia on accusations of spying for Azerbaijan, even though investigators have failed to present any proof of wrongdoing, their lawyer has told RT. | The young men are former residents of a Moscow orphanage. Two were detained in June 2024 while filming historical and cultural sites in Armenia, while the third was arrested a month later after traveling there to find out why his friends were being held. | According to their lawyers, they…
(2026-04-27). Ukraine may have to cede territory to keep EU hopes alive — Merz. rt.com 
An eventual peace deal with Russia will require concessions by Kiev, the German chancellor has suggested | Ukraine may have to accept territorial losses in a future peace deal with Russia to keep its EU membership hopes alive, German Chancellor Friedrich Merz said on Monday. | Moscow has maintained that for a lasting peace, Kiev must pull its soldiers from the regions of Donetsk, Lugansk, Kherson and Zaporozhye, as well as recognize Russia's new territories, including Crimea. All of the regions overwhelmingly voted to join the Russian Federation from 2014 to 2022. | "Hopefully, there will eventually be a peace…
(2026-04-27). Knives out: Is a coup brewing in Kiev? rt.com 
Ukraine's power appears to be shifting behind the scenes | Almost six months have passed since 'Mindichgate' erupted in Ukraine. The corruption scandal, which allegedly implicated large parts of the ruling elite, became the most serious political test of Vladimir Zelensky's presidency and, for a time, threatened to bring it to an abrupt end. | To stabilize his position, Zelensky was forced into concessions. His long-time ally Andrey Yermak was removed, and in his place came Kirill Budanov, head of Ukraine's Main Intelligence Directorate (GUR), a figure widely seen as a moderate critic of the president. The cab…
(2026-04-27). Baltic state's president calls for dialogue with Russia — media. rt.com 
Estonia's Alar Karis has reportedly proposed appointing an EU envoy to Moscow to prepare for the end of the Ukraine conflict | Estonian President Alar Karis has said the EU should be prepared for talks with Russia in case the Ukraine conflict ends suddenly, media outlets have reported. | The remarks, made in an interview with the Finnish daily Helsingin Sanomat and published on Monday, come after four years during which the EU has refused to engage in dialogue with Moscow. | The Estonian president also dismissed claims that Russia could attack the Baltic state, arguing that they are driven by those seeking to…
(2026-04-27). White House dinner gunman charged with attempted assassination of Trump. rt.com 
Cole Allen allegedly breached security at a presidential press event on Saturday while armed with a shotgun and pistol | The armed suspect who allegedly tried to storm past security at the White House Correspondents' Dinner on Saturday has been charged with the attempted assassination of US President Donald Trump. | Cole Allen, 31, a teacher from California, was allegedly armed with a 12 gauge pump action shotgun, a .38-caliber semi-automatic pistol and three knives when he was arrested after his attempt to rush the high-end event on Saturday, Assistant US Attorney Jocelyn Ballantine told a federal court in Wa…
(2026-04-27). AfD supporters' gun rights secretly curbed by German state — media. rt.com 
The authorities in Saxony reportedly deem supporters of the right-wing party too "unreliable" to own firearms | The German state of Saxony has been revoking and denying firearms licenses to members and supporters of the right-wing Alternative for Germany (AfD) party under a secret decree, Berliner Zeitung has claimed. | Saxony's Interior Ministry confirmed the existence of the measure, issued last July, but declined to publish it, describing it as an "internal document," the outlet reported on Sunday. | An opinion poll earlier this month suggests the party would prevail with 27% of the vote if elections were h…
(2026-04-27). 40 years after Chernobyl: Inside the night the Soviet nuclear dream exploded. rt.com 
(2026-04-27). Ukrainian drone strike kills worker at Europe's largest nuclear power plant. rt.com 
The incident has prompted a safety warning from the IAEA | A Ukrainian drone strike has killed an employee at Russia's Zaporozhye Nuclear Power Plant (ZNPP), the facility's press service said in a statement on Monday. | Ukrainian forces have repeatedly attacked Europe's largest nuclear facility since it came under Russian control in 2022, soon after the escalation of the Ukraine conflict. | "Today, a driver was killed as a result of a strike by a Ukrainian Armed Forces drone on the transport shop floor of the ZNPP," the facility said in a statement, adding that it was extending condolences to the family of the…
(2026-04-27). Germans back tougher limits on migrant benefits — poll. rt.com 
Around 66% of respondents believe migrants should only receive full benefits after working for an extended period | Two-thirds of Germans want to see migrants' access to social benefits restricted, a poll commissioned by public broadcaster WDR has found. | Around 66% of respondents said migrants should only receive full benefits after working in Germany for an extended period, the outlet reported on Monday. The survey, conducted by Infratest dimap research institute earlier this month, interviewed 2,084 people aged 16 and over across the country. | Germany hosts the largest migrant population in the EU; 15% of…
(2026-04-27). US seizure of Iranian vessel endangers patients — Red Crescent official. rt.com 
A recently seized ship was carrying raw materials for dialysis treatment, according to the IRCS | The US seizure of a cargo vessel bound for Iran has put patients' lives at risk, as it was carrying essential medical supplies, a senior Iranian Red Crescent (IRCS) official has told RT. | The US Central Command has reported forcing 38 ships to redirect and seizing several tankers and cargo vessels. | According to Razieh Alishvandi, Director for International Affairs at the IRCS, the Iranian-flagged vessel Touska, which was seized by the US Navy on April 19, was transporting eight containers of raw materials for a…
(2026-04-27). German party leader calls for compulsory military service. rt.com 
The head of Bavaria's Christian Social Union, Markus Soder, has criticized Berlin's plan to only use volunteers to expand the armed forces | Germany should reintroduce compulsory military service in order to increase the size of its armed forces, Markus Soder, the leader of Bavaria's Christian Social Union (CSU), has said. | Berlin has sparked nationwide protests after introducing a voluntary service model, effective from January 1. Critics warn it could pave the way for restoring conscription, which was suspended in 2011 under then Chancellor Angela Merkel. | "For us it's clear: if the Bundeswehr is to become…
(2026-04-27). US and Canada source gold from drug cartel mines — NYT. rt.com 
Mints in both countries receive the metal from a North American contractor who mixes dirty gold with domestic supplies, the investigation claims | The US and Canadian government mints have for years sourced coin gold from mines controlled by Colombia's Clan del Golfo drug cartel, despite vowing that all the precious metal is extracted on domestic soil, according to an investigation by the New York Times. | The US Mint says its coins are produced "to connect to the founding principles of our nation," and federal law requires its gold to be sourced domestically. However, the process is "based on a lie," the NYT…
(2026-04-27). Over 200 terrorists neutralized — Malian army (VIDEO). rt.com 
Following militants' assaults on several cities the army also recovered equipment, officials have said | Malian security forces eliminated more than 200 terrorists nationwide and seized significant quantities of equipment, Malian Chief of General Staff Oumar Diarra said on state TV on Sunday night. | On Saturday, militants
(2026-04-27). Belgium keeps chasing UFOs, and Belgians keep paying for it. rt.com 
Brussels saw strange lights, screamed "Putin!", and torched ‚Ǩ50 million — only to find a police helicopter in the starring role | Hey kids, do you suffer from nightmares about being abducted by aliens? Worried that the fort you make out of your pillows and bedsheets won't protect you? Well, good news: when you grow up, you can get a job as Belgian defense minister and blow €50 million on your efforts. | Bad news for Belgians, though. The aliens haven't picked your country as their landing pad. Not yet, at least. But this is the second time in my lifetime alone that the Belgian gov…
(2026-04-27). Beijing blacklists EU firms over Taiwan weapons links. rt.com 
The targeted entities have been banned from sourcing dual-use items from China | Beijing has barred seven EU-based entities from receiving Chinese dual-use goods, citing their involvement in arms trade with Taiwan. | The companies listed by China's Commerce Ministry on Friday include German radar manufacturer Hensoldt, Belgian firearms producers FN Browning Group and its subsidiary FN Herstal, as well as four Czech entities: Omnipol, Excalibur Army, SpaceKnow, and the Czech Aeronautical Research and Testing Institute. | Dual-use items are goods that can serve both civilian and military purposes, including dron…
(2026-04-27). Trump floats ICE-to-NICE rebrand. rt.com 
Public support for the immigration crackdown has declined as most Americans say the tactics pursued by enforcement officers go too far | US President Donald Trump has signaled support for a proposal to rename Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE), endorsing a suggestion shared on social media that would change the agency's acronym to NICE. | The comment comes as the agency struggles with its public image in the wake of a sweeping immigration enforcement campaign that has led to thousands of arrests across the US. Public support for the crackdown has declined as most Americans say the tactics pursued by fed…
(2026-04-27). Former Israeli PMs unite against Netanyahu. rt.com 
Naftali Bennett and Yair Lapid have combined their parties ahead of elections planned for later this year | Former Israeli Prime Ministers Naftali Bennett and Yair Lapid have formed a unified party in a bid to oust Benjamin Netanyahu's government in elections later this year. | Right-wing Bennett and centrist Lapid on Sunday confirmed the merger of their parties, Bennett 2026 and Yesh Atid, into a single list titled 'Together, Led by Bennett', which they described as an effort to consolidate the opposition and improve its chances in the vote, which must be held no later than the end of October. | Bennett told…
(2026-04-27). Iranian foreign minister meets with Putin in Russia: As it happened. rt.com 
Abbas Araghchi's visit marks the final stop of his regional tour as talks with the US have stalled | Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi has met with Russian President Vladimir Putin amid stalled diplomatic efforts to end the US-Israeli war against Iran. | Araghchi landed in St. Petersburg early Monday as part of his regional tour to coordinate with allies amid the standoff with Washington and West Jerusalem. | He met with Putin and senior officials, including Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov and the head of Russia's military intelligence, Admiral Igor Kostyukov. | Kremlin Spokesman Dmitry Peskov said, "the…
(2026-04-28). US: Open shipping for me but not for thee (looking at you China). responsiblestatecraft.org
(2026-04-28). Iran and Russia are gaming the United States, and winning. responsiblestatecraft.org Both
(2026-04-28). This Democratic insider wants to rewrite the party's Israel playbook. responsiblestatecraft.org A Palestinian family was waiting for Israeli officials to return their son's body. Inside a mourning tent, a group of American foreign policy leaders sat with them.It was August 2025, and Ilan Goldenberg — a former adviser to Vice President Kamala Harris — was leading a trip to the West Bank with his former Biden administration colleagues. When Goldenberg heard about the killing, he decided to make a detour to this village on the outskirts of Hebron.The family was grieving 31-year-old Awdah al-Hathaleen, a local activist who helped film the Oscar-winning documentary No Other Land. Days earlier, Aw…
(2026-04-27). Trump: When the only friends you have left are Bushies and neocons. responsiblestatecraft.org
(2026-04-27). Despite US troops and killer drones, Islamic State terrorizing Nigeria. responsiblestatecraft.org Earlier this month, the United States, citing heightened risk of terror attacks,
(2026-04-27). In Cuba a deadlock is more likely than a deal. responsiblestatecraft.org "I do believe I'll be having the honor of taking Cuba," President Trump
(2026-04-25). UAE's dollar swap threats show how brittle these US alliances can be. responsiblestatecraft.org The most striking moment in recent talks between United Arab Emirates officials and U.S. Treasury officials in Washington wasn't the Emiratis' suggestion of a currency swap line, but the warning they attached to it. If the UAE runs out of dollars, Emirati officials reportedly The U.S. dollar's dominance rests, in part, on its near monopoly over oil transactions.
(2026-04-28). US: Open shipping for me but not for thee (looking at you China). responsiblestatecraft.org
(2026-04-28). Iran and Russia are gaming the United States, and winning. responsiblestatecraft.org Both
(2026-04-28). This Democratic insider wants to rewrite the party's Israel playbook. responsiblestatecraft.org A Palestinian family was waiting for Israeli officials to return their son's body. Inside a mourning tent, a group of American foreign policy leaders sat with them.It was August 2025, and Ilan Goldenberg — a former adviser to Vice President Kamala Harris — was leading a trip to the West Bank with his former Biden administration colleagues. When Goldenberg heard about the killing, he decided to make a detour to this village on the outskirts of Hebron.The family was grieving 31-year-old Awdah al-Hathaleen, a local activist who helped film the Oscar-winning documentary No Other Land. Days earlier, Aw…
(2026-04-27). Trump: When the only friends you have left are Bushies and neocons. responsiblestatecraft.org
(2026-04-27). Despite US troops and killer drones, Islamic State terrorizing Nigeria. responsiblestatecraft.org Earlier this month, the United States, citing heightened risk of terror attacks,
(2026-04-27). In Cuba a deadlock is more likely than a deal. responsiblestatecraft.org "I do believe I'll be having the honor of taking Cuba," President Trump
(2026-04-25). UAE's dollar swap threats show how brittle these US alliances can be. responsiblestatecraft.org The most striking moment in recent talks between United Arab Emirates officials and U.S. Treasury officials in Washington wasn't the Emiratis' suggestion of a currency swap line, but the warning they attached to it. If the UAE runs out of dollars, Emirati officials reportedly The U.S. dollar's dominance rests, in part, on its near monopoly over oil transactions.
(2026-04-27). As Opposition Grows, Oklahoma Organizers Share How They Halted an ICE Warehouse. progressivehub.net LYDIA PELOT-HOBBS | TRUTHOUT…
(2026-04-27). Meet the Four Democrats Who'll Decide If Trump Gets His Domestic Spying Law. progressivehub.net MATT SLEDGE | THE INTERCEPT…
(2026-04-26). The Worst Neo Robber Baron of Them All. progressivehub.net ROBERT REICH | SUBSTACK…
(2026-04-28). The Third Party That's Pushing the Democrats Left. portside.org The Third Party That's Pushing the Democrats Left |
(2026-04-28). Exposed: How Ukrainian Wheat Stolen by Russia Is Smuggled to Israel. portside.org Exposed: How Ukrainian Wheat Stolen by Russia Is Smuggled to Israel |
(2026-04-27). The Shrinking Cushion of Unpaid Care. portside.org The Shrinking Cushion of Unpaid Care |
(2026-04-27). Assassin Wasn't on FBI's Radar, Sources Say. portside.org Assassin Wasn't on FBI's Radar, Sources Say |
(2026-04-27). Ancient South Americans Arrived in Three Waves—and Had Some Surprising Ancestry. portside.org Ancient South Americans Arrived in Three Waves—and Had Some Surprising Ancestry |
(2026-04-20). Why Cookbooks Are the Next Frontier for Narrative Writing. portside.org Why Cookbooks Are the Next Frontier for Narrative Writing |
(2026-04-27). Sunday Science: StarTalk — Scientists Who Were Persecuted for Being Right, With Matt Kaplan. portside.org Sunday Science: StarTalk — Scientists Who Were Persecuted for Being Right, With Matt Kaplan |
(2026-04-27). Demonstrations and Demographics. portside.org Demonstrations and Demographics |
(2026-04-27). It's All About the Leaders: Manufacturing Wins in the UAW. portside.org It's All About the Leaders: Manufacturing Wins in the UAW |
(2026-04-27). How Netanyahu Hurt America's Jews. portside.org How Netanyahu Hurt America's Jews |
(2026-04-27). Organized Money: Big Oil and Big Plastic Are One and the Same. portside.org Organized Money: Big Oil and Big Plastic Are One and the Same |
(2026-04-26). Supriya Ganesh's Exit From the Pitt Underscores TV's Broader Representation Problem. portside.org Supriya Ganesh's Exit From the Pitt Underscores TV's Broader Representation Problem |
(2026-04-26). The Labor Economics of 'Alien' — and Its Lessons for Inequality on Earth. portside.org The Labor Economics of 'Alien' — and Its Lessons for Inequality on Earth |
(2026-04-25). Congress Pulls the Trigger on Big Oil's Shot at Immunity. portside.org Congress Pulls the Trigger on Big Oil's Shot at Immunity |
(2026-04-25). 77% of Americans Blame Trump for Soaring Gas Prices. portside.org 77% of Americans Blame Trump for Soaring Gas Prices |
(2026-04-25). 401(k)s Are Flashing a Red Light. portside.org 401(k)s Are Flashing a Red Light |
(2026-04-25). Flowers Bloom on Soldiers' Graves: Lessons in Power and Consequence. portside.org Flowers Bloom on Soldiers' Graves: Lessons in Power and Consequence |
(2026-04-25). "I Don't Want Your Millions (Billions), Mister," — Art and the Working Class. portside.org "I Don't Want Your Millions (Billions), Mister," — Art and the Working Class |
(2026-04-25). Friday Nite Videos | April 24, 2026. portside.org Friday Nite Videos | April 24, 2026 |
(2026-04-25). The Incredible Shrinking Trump Coalition. portside.org The Incredible Shrinking Trump Coalition |
(2026-04-25). China Surpasses US in Research Spending. portside.org China Surpasses US in Research Spending |
(2026-04-25). The Counterterrorism Czar Without a Counterterrorism Plan. portside.org The Counterterrorism Czar Without a Counterterrorism Plan |
(2026-04-28). As Congress Automates The Draft, It's Time To End The Selective Service System. popularresistance.org Buried in the 2025 National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) is a provision to automatically register all males at the age of 18 with the Selective Service System (SSS) that, if not stopped, will go into effect this December. Clearing the FOG speaks with Edward Hasbrouck of Resisters.info. Hasbrouck was a draft resister in the early 1980's who was sent to prison for refusing to register. He discusses how a small number of resisters, who were willing to speak out, proved that the government could not enforce a draft. He adds that this new effort will similarly fail and how we can abolish the system altogether, and…
(2026-04-27). 'Spring 2026' Flotilla Sets Sail From Sicily To Break Gaza Blockade. popularresistance.org The "Spring 2026 mission," part of the Global Sumud Flotilla, set sail on Sunday from the Italian island of Sicily, aiming to break the Israeli blockade on the Gaza Strip and deliver humanitarian aid to Palestinians. | According to flotilla sources, the vessels had arrived in Sicily on 23 April after departing from Barcelona on 12 April. They were later joined by additional boats and activists from across Italy, particularly through the ports of Syracuse and Augusta. | The number of participating vessels rose to 65 boats at the Augusta marina before completing final departure procedures.
(2026-04-27). Protest At RAF Fairford Against Its Use In Illegal War On Iran. popularresistance.org CND, Stop the War Coalition, and members of Fairford Action held a demonstration at RAF Fairford on Saturday, 25 April, over concerns the base is being used to commit war crimes. Protesters called on the British government to end its support for the illegal US-Israeli aggression and shut down the US bases in Britain used to attack and support attacks on Iran. | The protest came as Trump announced an extension of talks, whilst simultaneously escalating US military deployments to the region — with USS George HW Bush aircraft carrier, three destroyers and another 5,000 US troops heading towards Iran.
(2026-04-27). Iran Caused Far More Damage To US Bases Than The Administration Has Acknowledged. popularresistance.org Iranian attacks on US bases across the Middle East have caused far more damage than the Trump administration has publicly acknowledged, and an Iranian fighter jet was able to bomb at least one US base, NBC News reported on Saturday, citing unnamed US officials. | The administration has attempted to cover up the damage to US bases in the war, and has gone as far as requesting that Planet Labs and other satellite imagery companies black out war images, making it difficult to ascertain the damage. | The NBC report said that the Pentagon has also kept the information on the damage from Congress.
(2026-04-27). Iranian Group Submits Evidence Of US-Israeli War Crimes To ICC. popularresistance.org The head of the Iranian Red Crescent Society said Saturday that his organization has submitted evidence of US-Israeli war crimes to the International Criminal Court and other global bodies, seeking accountability for massive attacks on civilian infrastructure and other violations. | "The ICC prosecutor announced that the documents provided by the IRCS are accepted as official evidence," said Pir-Hossein Koulivand, the head of the Iranian Red Crescent Society. "All cases of attacks on civilians are being legally pursued based on the Geneva Conventions."
(2026-04-27). Defense Minister Killed In Coordinated Terror Attacks Across Mali. popularresistance.org Mali faced a wave of coordinated terrorist attacks on Saturday morning, as armed groups launched near-simultaneous assaults on multiple cities, including the capital, Bamako. The attacks, which targeted military installations and strategic points, represent a major escalation of violence in the country in recent months. | Reports from multiple sources indicated heavy gunfire and explosions near military bases and barracks, prompting Malian security forces to respond swiftly. Similar incidents were recorded in other parts of the country, suggesting a well-planned and coordinated operation by militant groups.
(2026-04-27). May Day 2026: Fight For Workers And Immigrants' Rights! popularresistance.org On International Workers' Day, we uplift the past and present global struggles for a better world. We commit to carrying the torches of liberation forward, because there's much to fight against, and much to fight for. Monopoly capitalism is built on exploitation, and it hands down needless suffering, environmental ruin and endless wars. The decay is obvious. Prices soar, families are bankrupted by medical costs, millions are saddled with crushing debt and working people who were already on the brink are being pushed into ruin.
(2026-04-27). New Mexico Becomes The Latest State To End Cooperation With ICE. popularresistance.org Grassroots coalitions in a growing number of states are working to pass legislation to cut municipal or state ties to Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE). The efforts are gaining momentum as the Trump administration's mass deportation agenda throws long-standing problems with the nation's immigration regime into sharp relief. | "We see a tremendous upswelling of this type of legislation being proposed in different states across the country," Rebecca Sheff, a staff attorney at the American Civil Liberties Union of New Mexico, told Truthout.
(2026-04-27). The Declaration Of Independence From The Medical-Industrial Complex. popularresistance.org Skyrocketing health insurance premiums, deductibles, copays, and denials, and crushing medical debt are overwhelming millions of Americans while expired ACA tax credits, life-threatening cuts to Medicaid, and rising health care costs deepen uncertainty for families. The closure of rural hospitals will put millions of rural residents at risk. | Historic public support for a national health program, free from insurance companies and financed through progressive taxes, presents us with a new opening for National Improved Medicare for All, free from profit, guaranteeing coverage for everyone, permanently resolving th…
(2026-04-27). The Fortaleza Declaration (2014). popularresistance.org I'm reposting the Fortaleza Declaration in full because the declaration is harder to find on Google Search now. To get a sense of how important this 2014 moment was: It was the BRICS economies that largely remained solvent after what should have been the death of neoliberalism in 2008, and signaled the downturn of the OECD economic hegemony—the neocolonial consensus of the World Bank, IMF, and WTO. | Unfortunately, it signaled the beginning of destabilization, regime change, coups, and a militarized containment policy that sought to perpetuate the colonial manifest that gave us World Wars one and two.
(2026-04-28). Nearly 600 Venezuelans Repatriated From US in New Return to the Homeland Flights. orinocotribune.com Caracas ( The repatriation process remains a critical lifeline for Venezuelans seeking to escape the…
(2026-04-28). Venezuela and Barbados Consolidate Alliance for Integration and Shared Prosperity. orinocotribune.com During her official visit to Barbados on Monday, Venezuela's Acting President Delcy Rodríguez held meetings in Bridgetown with Prime Minister Mia Amor Mottley and earlier with President Jeffrey Bostic. | Rodríguez was received by the Barbadian prime minister at her official residence, Ilaro Court. There, she signed the book of distinguished visitors and then met with Mottley. She was accompanied by Foreign Minister Yván Gil and other members of the official Venezuelan delegation. Barbadian authorities participated in the expanded working meeting, focused on strengthening bilateral relations and deepening collabor…
(2026-04-27). 'A Rethinking of Everything Altogether'. orinocotribune.com Editorial note: Orinoco Tribune does not generally publish pieces older than two weeks. However, an exception is being made in this case as the current article remains as relevant today as when it was first published. | A Conversation with Em Cohen about the state of the movement | We sat down to talk with Em Cohen, whose meta-level critiques of general movement strategy and tactics we've deeply appreciated, and felt it would be valuable to delve into further. While Em frequently writes about Judaism and Zionism through the framework of "philosemitism," in this conversation we chose to focus on a question that ha…
(2026-04-27). First Wave of Indian Migrants Lands in Israel To Expand Settlements, Replace Palestinian Laborers. orinocotribune.com
(2026-04-27). Iran's Foreign Minister Leaves Pakistan as Trump Cancels Visit by US Envoys ‚Äå. orinocotribune.com Iran's Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi left Islamabad on Saturday after holding discussions with senior Pakistani officials on regional security and a ceasefire with the United States, during which he presented Iran's demands on ending the eight-week war. | While in Islamabad, the first leg of his three-nation tour, Araghchi met with Pakistan's Army chief Field Marshal Asim Munir, a key figure in the mediation effort, as well as Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar. | The top diplomat thanked Pakistan for its efforts to mediate the April 8 ceasefire between Tehran and Washington and the s…
(2026-04-27). Invasion and Regime Change in Miami. orinocotribune.com By José R. Cabañas Rodríguez — Apr 23, 2026 | Since the events that took place in Caracas, Venezuela, on January 3, a series of developments and interpretations of those events have unfolded, which have had a direct impact on the quality of life of Cubans, both on and off the island. | The first of these was a US military action against Cuba, considered almost imminent, around which the traditional troupes of certain sectors in Miami organized themselves, ranging from the Admirers of Batista and So-Called Landowners, to Mercenaries by Nature, or the Trio "You Go, I'll Stay." | Despite the mirage created by…
(2026-04-26). Venezuela Condemns Political Violence in the US Against President Trump and Terrorist Attack in Cauca, Colombia. orinocotribune.com Caracas ( The statement followed a security breach that forced the emergency evacuation of the US presidential couple during the annual press gala in Washington. Analysts noted that Rodríguez's statement was among the first issued by Latin American leaders r…
(2026-04-26). OFAC Reverses Block on Venezuela's Payment for Maduro's Legal Defense in Lawfare Case. orinocotribune.com The US Treasury Department's Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) issued licenses allowing the Venezuelan state to pay for the defense of President Nicolás Maduro and First Lady Cilia Flores in the ongoing US lawfare case against the Venezuelan presidential couple. | "The parties write jointly to advise the Court that the Office of Foreign Assets Control has issued amended licenses to counsel for defendants Nicolás Maduro Moros and Cilia Flores de Maduro. The amended licenses authorize defense counsel to receive payments from the Government of Venezuela under certain conditions," states the letter addressed to…
(2026-04-26). Venezuela and Colombia Reach Broad Agreements Following Presidential Meeting in Caracas. orinocotribune.com Caracas ( Petro is…
(2026-04-25). As Inflation Soars, Argentina Trades Beef for Donkey Meat. orinocotribune.com As real wages buy 30% less meat, non-traditional proteins emerge as a controversial survival strategy. | As of March 2026, year-on-year inflation stood at approximately 32.6%. However, these general figures often conceal a more…
(2026-04-27). 'We'd Rather Go To Jail Than War': Black Gen Z Rejects The Call To Fight In Iran. newsone.com : | ✕ | As the United States and Israel continue to be embroiled in a conflict with Iran, a different kind of response is taking shape across Black social media and college campuses. | On platforms like TikTok and Instagram, and in conversations at schools like Howard University, Black Gen Z isn't just reacting to the conflict; they're questioning it. Young people are speaking candidly, sometimes joking and sometimes serious, about what this war means and who it's really for. Across videos and conversations, there's a clear tone of skepticism and fatigue. | Many of the voices aren't focused on p…
(2026-04-27). 7 Takeaways From Donald Trump's '60 Minutes' Interviews. newsone.com 
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(2026-04-27). Trump Freaks Out Over Allegedly Being Called A Pedophile By White House Correspondents Dinner Attacker. newsone.com 
Source: Xinhua News Agency / Getty | On Saturday night, a suspected gunman attempted to storm the White House Correspondents Dinner, which was attended for the first time by President Donald Trump, Vice President JD Vance, and a number of Trump's Cabinet members. No one was seriously injured in the attack, and the alleged gunman, identified as Cole Allen, was reportedly apprehended, but we all expected it was an event that the Trump administration would immediately seek to exploit for political points, which it certainly did. | However, it only took one interview, less than 24 hours after the incident, for Tru…
(2026-04-27). Trump Convenes Situation Room Meeting To Discuss Stalemate In Iran, As Strait Of Hormuz Conflict Continues. newsone.com 
Source: Anadolu / Getty | As President Donald Trump's war in Iran continues — and the administration continues to feed us
(2026-04-27). Donald Trump And Laura Loomer Dragged Candace Owens. Black Folks Shouldn't Feel Sorry For Her. newsone.com 
Source: Jason Kempin / Getty | Laura Loomer, the far-right agitator for whom racism is a core personality trait, reportedly called Candace Owens a " Yeah, all that is racist. And yes, it's ugly. But this is also Candace Owens. So . . .
(2026-04-27). Virginia Supreme Court Set To Rule On Redistricting Effort. newsone.com 
Source: The Washington Post / Getty | On Monday, the Virginia Supreme Court began hearing arguments in a case that could either give Democrats the advantage heading into the midterms or render Virginia's redistricting effort moot. |
(2026-04-27). What We Know About The Alleged White House Correspondents' Dinner Shooter. newsone.com 
Source: Photo via KSAT / Alleged White House Correspondents' Dinner Shooter Cole Tomas Allen. | More information has emerged about the suspect in the White House Correspondents' Dinner shooting, allegedly identified as Cole Tomas Allen, a 31-year-old teacher from Torrance, California. According to a press conference held Saturday by Metropolitan Police Department official Jeffery Carroll, Allen attempted to force his way past a U.S. Secret Service security checkpoint at the Washington Hotel on April 25, where the event took place. | The dinner was a gathering centered on "freedom of speech," President Donald T…
(2026-04-27). Klay Thompson's Job Was To Protect Megan Thee Stallion, Even If That Meant Protecting Her From Himself. newsone.com 
Source: Raymond Hall / Getty | We have been taught that protection looks like presence. | A man standing next to you. | A man claiming you publicly. | A man doing things that signal to the world that you are his. | But protection is not what a man does in front of people. It is what he refuses to do when no one is watching. | And if we're being honest, the most consistent threat women navigate in relationships is not outside of them. | It's inside. | Klay Thompson's job was to protect Megan Thee Stallion, even if that meant protecting her from himself. And that's the part of this conversation that people keep…
(2026-04-27). Notable Black Folks Who Died In 2026. newsone.com 
UPDATE — Monday, April 27, 2026, 11: 38 a.m. EST: We love our Black celebrities. Period. No matter how famous they get or how big the stages become, there's always a different kind of pride that comes with seeing Black folks win. It feels personal, like their success is proof that we can make it too, …
(2026-04-27). The Cost Of Dying While Black: Inside A Southern Funeral Home Where Tradition, Poverty, And Profit Collide. newsone.com : | ✕ | At just 18 years old, James Ray Lewis walked into a profession most people spend their lives avoiding. Now, decades later, the veteran funeral director in Goldsboro, North Carolina, has buried generations of Black families, watching not only their grief, but the business of death itself, change in ways that trouble him. | "It used to be about helping people," Lewis says in a quiet, steady voice. "Now, it's collecting the money." | His words land heavy because they are not just about his funeral home. They reflect a broader shift unfolding across Black communities in the South, where trad…
(2026-04-27). NYC Mayor Zohran Mamdani Vetoes Bill Requiring Police At School Protests. newsone.com 
Source: Anadolu / Getty | New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani issued his first veto on Friday over a city council bill that would have required the New York Police Department to establish "buffer zones" outside schools whenever there is a student protest. |
(2026-04-27). Laura Loomer And Candace Owens Are Beefing, And It's Racist, Problematic, Scandalous And Hilarious All At Once. newsone.com 
Source: | OK, y'all, we have got to talk about this feud between white supremacist and unintentional Jigsaw cosplayer
(2026-04-25). Katseye's Manon Hiatus Has Fans Asking A Bigger Question: Why Are Black Women Always The 'Weakest Link' In Girl Groups? newsone.com : | ✕ | The global girl group Katseye was supposed to be having a moment. | Fresh off their historic But instead of celebrating a breakthrough year, Katseye is now at the center of a growing controversy that feels all too familiar. | On Feb.
(2026-04-27). Worker Killed by Ukrainian Drone Attack on Zaporizhzhia Nuclear Power Plant. news.antiwar.com
(2026-04-27). Former Top Biden Official Says Netanyahu 'Created a Genocide' in Gaza. news.antiwar.com Wendy Sherman, who served as President Biden's deputy secretary of state, said in an interview with Bloomberg published on April 24 that Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu "created a genocide" in Gaza, a rare acknowledgment of the US-supported atrocities Israel committed against Palestinian civilians from a former Biden official. Despite holding the view that Israel committed genocide, Sherman, …
(2026-04-27). Finland's Government Proposes Lifting Nuclear Weapons Import Ban to Align With NATO. news.antiwar.com Finland's government has proposed an amendment to parliament that would lift restrictions on importing nuclear weapons, a move to align the country with NATO, an alliance it joined in 2023. "The Government proposes to remove the legal barriers on importing nuclear devices into Finland and on transporting, supplying or possessing them in Finland in the …
(2026-04-27). Israeli Strikes Escalate With Attacks Reported in Southern, Eastern Lebanon. news.antiwar.com One day after Israeli attacks killed 14 in Lebanon, the narrative of the ceasefire being "intact" seems less and less credible, with reports of continued escalation against southern Lebanon, and new rounds of Israeli strikes reported in the Bekaa Valley to the east. Strikes were reported against the towns of Kfara and Qleia in southern …
(2026-04-27). Iran Says Nearly Half of Iranians Killed by US-Israeli Bombing Campaign Were Civilians. news.antiwar.com An Iranian official said on Sunday that nearly half of the Iranians killed by the US-Israeli bombing campaign that lasted from February 28 to April 8 were civilians, as strikes pounded civilian targets throughout the war. According to Tehran Times, Jamshid Nazmi, an advisor at Iran's Foundation of Martyrs and Veterans Affairs, said that at …
(2026-04-27). Rubio Says Iran Cannot 'Normalize' Its Control of the Strait of Hormuz. news.antiwar.com Secretary of State Marco Rubio said in an interview with Fox News on Monday that Iran cannot "normalize" its control of the Strait of Hormuz, a condition created by the US-Israeli war against the Islamic Republic. "If what they mean by opening the straits is, yes, the straits are opened as long as you coordinate …
(2026-04-27). US Boat Strike Kills Three in the Eastern Pacific Ocean. news.antiwar.com US Southern Command said on Sunday that its forces bombed another alleged drug-running boat in the Eastern Pacific Ocean, killing at least three people, as the Trump administration has ramped up the bombing campaign in recent weeks. SOUTHCOM offered no evidence to back up its claims that the boat was carrying narcotics, something the Pentagon …
(2026-04-26). Taiwan Signs Six Major Arms Deals With US Worth About $6.6 Billion. news.antiwar.com Taiwan recently signed six arms deals with the US worth about $6.6 billion as the Trump administration is pushing ahead with major weapons sales to the island despite warnings from China. According to Taiwan's Defense Ministry, the agreements, which include a contract for HIMARS rocket systems, were signed earlier this month by the US's de …
(2026-04-26). US Southern Command Says Two Killed in Boat Strike in the Eastern Pacific Ocean. news.antiwar.com US Southern Command said in a statement on Friday that its forces blew up another alleged drug-running boat in the Eastern Pacific Ocean and killed two people as the bombing campaign against small civilian vessels continues. As usual, SOUTHCOM offered no evidence to back up its claims that the boat was carrying drugs, something the …
(2026-04-26). State Department Says US Is in Conflict With Iran 'At the Request' of Israel. news.antiwar.com The State Department said in a statement last week that the US is in conflict with Iran "at the request" of Israel, an acknowledgment of Israel's role in steering the US into the war, which the US has dubbed "Operation Epic Fury." The statement was issued by the State Department's legal adviser, Reed D. Rubinstein, …
(2026-04-27). Susan Watkins: Trump Abroad. newleftreview.org In which direction is America heading, amid the strategic cacophony of Trump's second term—counter-revolution in the Caribbean, onslaught on Iran, somersaults on China? Analysis of the political logics at stake as the US ratchets up from covert to overt assassinations; from wars of attrition to wars of overthrow.
(2026-04-27). 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.
(2026-04-27). 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.
(2026-04-27). 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.
(2026-04-27). Costas Lapavitsas: A Topography of the New Dollar Imperialism. newleftreview.org Topography of the contemporary world economy as a system of subordination, structured by the primacy of Fed-backed dollar-liquidity and a world division of labour jointly configured by productive and financial capital, generating forms of peripheral financialization. Monetary dominance—ultimately underwritten by military force?
(2026-04-27). Tony Wood: A Bolivarian Republic of Letters? newleftreview.org Tony Wood on Julio Cortázar, Carlos Fuentes, Gabriel García Márquez and Mario Vargas Llosa, Las cartas del Boom. Correspondence between four titans of the midcentury Latin American novel.
(2026-04-27). 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.
(2026-04-27). 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.
(2026-04-27). Jorge Lobo Miglioli (1935—2025): Marx, Kalecki, and the Desenvolvimentistas' Dream in Brazil. mronline.org 
He taught with a kind of irreverent brilliance that made you laugh, think, and question everything you thought you knew about both the economy and economics.
(2026-04-27). U.S. piracy from Hormuz to Panama. mronline.org 
U.S. naval power and dollar dominance have always worked together: one guarded the sea lanes, the other controlled payments, insurance, credit and sanctions. Now both are being challenged at once.
(2026-04-27). The Western left misunderstands power. mronline.org 
A critique of Jacobin's framing of Ibrahim Traoré, and the deeper problem of purity, legibility, and distance in Western left analysis.
(2026-04-27). Trump death penalty methods: 5 shocking changes expanding executions in the U.S. mronline.org 
Trump death penalty methods expand federal executions with firing squads and gas, raising global human rights concerns.
(2026-04-27). Neo-fascism and the concept of the nation. mronline.org 
Certain features associated with neo-fascism have manifested themselves quite clearly during its ascendancy in India.
(2026-04-27). Exposing the University of Michigan's violence against Chinese scholars. mronline.org 
On Friday night, CODEPINK and the local University of Michigan community gathered to hold a vigil in honor of UM researcher Dr. Danhao Wan on the one-month anniversary of his death. According to reports, Dr. Wang died after jumping from an upper floor of the G.G. Brown Building on North Campus, shortly after being targeted and questioned by federal authorities.
(2026-04-25). Trump uses immigration enforcement to make America whiter again. mronline.org 
The Trump administration's immigration enforcement policies are racist and are intended to send even documented Global South immigrants and naturalized citizens out of the country. The evidence is clear, but the media cover up what is very obvious.
(2026-04-25). The explicit manifesto of digital fascism: Palantir and the alliance of monopoly capital with the far Right. mronline.org 
A Leftist Reading of the Palantir Technologies Manifesto.
(2026-04-25). 'It's all about keeping wages at poverty levels to overpay their CEOs'. mronline.org 
CounterSpin interview with Sarah Anderson on poverty wages.
(2026-04-27). 'The night guards': Inside the grassroots network fighting back against Israeli settler attacks. mondoweiss.net 
Meet the grassroots network of Palestinian volunteers who spend their nights defending their West Bank villages from escalating Israeli settler violence.
(2026-04-27). The mainstream media is ignoring Israel's role in the killing of journalist Amal Khalil. mondoweiss.net 
There is compelling evidence that the Israeli military killed Lebanese reporter Amal Khalil. Why is the U.S. media ignoring the story?>
(2026-04-26). Latest polling paints dire picture for Israel in U.S. politics. mondoweiss.net 
Israel's plummeting popularity has been driven by the Gaza genocide and Iran war, but it has been building for decades. We are now finally seeing the political results.
(2026-04-25). Palestinians are holding local elections, but hardly anyone is running. Here's why that matters. mondoweiss.net 
Municipal elections were the last democratic outlet Palestinians had. This year, barely anyone is running, as two years of genocide and Israeli crackdown have hollowed out Palestinian political life.
(2026-04-25). New death penalty law should force Starmer government to reevaluate UK policy toward Israel. mondoweiss.net 
British Member of Parliament Iqbal Mohamed asks if genocide, starvation, and the introduction of a death penalty for Palestinians alone are not red lines for this Labour government, then what is? The UK government must reevaluate its Israel policy now.
(2026-04-27). 'The night guards': Inside the grassroots network fighting back against Israeli settler attacks. mondoweiss.net Meet the grassroots network of Palestinian volunteers who spend their nights defending their West Bank villages from escalating Israeli settler violence.
(2026-04-27). The mainstream media is ignoring Israel's role in the killing of journalist Amal Khalil. mondoweiss.net There is compelling evidence that the Israeli military killed Lebanese reporter Amal Khalil. Why is the U.S. media ignoring the story?>
(2026-04-26). Latest polling paints dire picture for Israel in U.S. politics. mondoweiss.net Israel's plummeting popularity has been driven by the Gaza genocide and Iran war, but it has been building for decades. We are now finally seeing the political results.
(2026-04-25). Palestinians are holding local elections, but hardly anyone is running. Here's why that matters. mondoweiss.net Municipal elections were the last democratic outlet Palestinians had. This year, barely anyone is running, as two years of genocide and Israeli crackdown have hollowed out Palestinian political life.
(2026-04-25). New death penalty law should force Starmer government to reevaluate UK policy toward Israel. mondoweiss.net British Member of Parliament Iqbal Mohamed asks if genocide, starvation, and the introduction of a death penalty for Palestinians alone are not red lines for this Labour government, then what is? The UK government must reevaluate its Israel policy now.
(2026-04-28). Struggling with Homework? Here's How AI Math Solvers Make It Easy. moguldom.com I'll be honest with you: I used to dread math homework. Not just a little bit — I'm talking about the kind of dread that makes you sit at your desk for forty-five minutes and open every other tab except the one with the assignment on it. In high school, I failed algebra not once …
(2026-04-28). Why Being Intentional Is So Important When Managing Your Personal Finances. moguldom.com When people think about managing their personal finances, the first image that often comes to mind is restriction, cutting back, saying no, and eliminating anything that feels like a luxury. While discipline certainly has its place, an overly restrictive approach can quickly become unsustainable. What truly makes a financial plan effective over the long term …
(2026-04-28). Mysterium VPN Review for 2026. moguldom.com 
The internet is no longer a novelty. It's a tool that's as deeply integrated into modern-day life as cable TV and traffic lights are; it's an essential piece of infrastructure. This is especially the case given how everybody now has in their pockets what would've been considered a supercomputer only a few years ago. In …
(2026-04-28). Why You Should Try A Few More Puzzle Games This Year. moguldom.com 
When you're in the market for a new hobby, gaming is likely to come up on the list. And gaming might be a hobby you used to indulge in quite a lot, or it might be something you've never really gone in for — apart from a few idle games on your phone. But when …
(2026-04-28). Britain After Empire: Strategic Anxiety and the Russian Question. moguldom.com From Global Empire to an "Ordinary" Power In the first half of the twentieth century, the British Empire remained the largest colonial power in the world: at its height, its territory exceeded 30 million square kilometers, and roughly a quarter of the world's population were subjects of the Crown. These estimates align with the findings …
(2026-04-26). Helpful Tips for Supporting Families Through Big Changes. moguldom.com One week it's school runs and fish fingers as usual, the next, someone's starting a new job, moving house, joining the household, or settling into a different routine altogether. Family life can change quickly, and that's often when the smallest things start to matter most. Why consistency matters more than grand plans When home life …
(2026-04-25). How to Protect Your Business in Uncertain Times. moguldom.com 
When it comes to personal safety for yourself and loved ones, as well as that of everything you own, extreme care must be taken. It's okay to let your foot off the gas occasionally, but consistency is the key to security. This principle applies not only to your personal kingdom but to your business one …
(2026-04-28). One Europe, One Market: The EU's Most Ambitious Economic Commitment in Years. moderndiplomacy.eu On April 24, 2026, the presidents of three of the European Union's most powerful institutions gathered on the sidelines of an informal summit in Nicosia and signed something that, in the typically measured language of Brussels, counts as a genuinely bold statement of intent. The European Parliament, the Council of the EU under its Cypriot …
(2026-04-28). Is the US-Iran War Entering the Deadliest Phase? moderndiplomacy.eu Authors: Sanjay Turi and Praveen Sothwal* Amid rising geopolitical uncertainty over a US-Iran war, the Trump-led US is reportedly seen to be deploying tens of thousands of soldiers in West Asia along with massive aircraft carrier strike groups near the Iranian water. Since the US War in Iraq in 2003, this is the first time …
(2026-04-27). Is the Russian Economy Strong or Just Under Pressure? moderndiplomacy.eu Russia's economy is not collapsing, but it is also not as strong as the Kremlin wants the world to believe. The government's argument has some facts behind it: Russia reported 3.6% GDP growth in 2023, managed to avoid the deep recession many expected after sanctions, and still carries relatively low public debt, with the IMF …
(2026-04-27). Jihadi and separatist strikes push Mali toward fragmentation. moderndiplomacy.eu On Saturday, an alliance of al Qaeda-linked militants and Tuareg separatist rebels attacked multiple sites in Mali, killing the country's defense minister, targeting the capital's airport, and forcing Russian soldiers out of a desert town over a thousand kilometers away. This coordinated offensive showcased a new level of cooperation between the JNIM group, affiliated with …
(2026-04-27). NATO considers ending its annual summits to avoid tensions with Trump. moderndiplomacy.eu NATO is considering stopping its annual summits, a decision influenced by the potential tension with U. S. President Donald Trump in his last year in office. Trump's administration has frequently criticized NATO's 31 member countries, recently highlighting their lack of support for U. S. military operations against Iran. While NATO leaders have met every summer …
(2026-04-27). Netanyahu's rivals unite — but would they change Israel's security policy? moderndiplomacy.eu Two of Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's main rivals, Naftali Bennett and Yair Lapid, announced they will unite in the upcoming election to challenge his coalition government, mainly focusing on domestic issues like military conscription for the ultra-Orthodox. On broader issues such as Iran, Gaza, and Lebanon, their joint party, "BeYachad," aims to maintain a …
(2026-04-27). Merz suggests Ukraine may need to cede territory to unlock EU membership. moderndiplomacy.eu German Chancellor Friedrich Merz suggested on Monday that Ukraine may need to accept losing control over some of its territory in a future peace deal with Russia. He stated that such concessions could be linked to Ukraine's chances of joining the European Union. Merz mentioned during his talk at the Carolus-Magnus-Gymnasium in Marsberg that Ukraine …
(2026-04-27). Best AI homework solver tools review for students. moderndiplomacy.eu Homework can feel stressful when several subjects need attention at the same time. Students may have math problems, science tasks, writing assignments, and reading work all in one evening. Many learners need faster explanations, better organization, or extra practice after class ends. AI homework tools can help by saving time, explaining hard topics, and keeping …
(2026-04-27). The insurgencies challenging Mali's military-led government. moderndiplomacy.eu Mali's government is facing difficulties in maintaining power following coordinated attacks by insurgents which killed the defense minister and targeted the main army base near the capital. These attacks involved collaboration between al Qaeda affiliates and a Tuareg rebel group, raising concerns about the government's claim of restoring order. The first main group involved is …
(2026-04-27). 'Fighting for a wage rise is also an act of resistance against imperial tutelage': Interview with Venezuelan retired oil worker's leader Denis Ospino. links.org.au 
Denis Ospino looks at the situation facing Venezuelan workers, the regime of "tutelage" imposed by Trump after January 3, the growing wave of trade union protests and the issue of anti-imperialist solidarity.
(2026-04-27). Silvio Rodríguez: 'The world is run by an authoritarian, warmongering and thieving regime — and it's not Cuba'. links.org.au 
Despite his country's critical situation, Silvio Rodríguez insists he has not succumbed to despair: "I am sure many Cubans would be willing to defend our country with weapons."
(2026-04-26). The West's blind spot on Iran. links.org.au 
The Western media prefers to promote those who back the monarchy, the regime or Western imperialism. For the fight against these evils to succeed, we must support the invisible majority of Iranians who reject all these powers. writes Nasrin Parvaz.
(2026-04-26). The myth of the 'miscalculation': Why the war on Iran was no accident. links.org.au 
The message of the NYT's report, "How Trump Took U.S to War with Iran," is clear: this war could have been avoided if better judgement prevailed. Ali Keshtkar says this framing carries a fundamental problem.
(2026-04-25). Goodbye to Lenin and Leninism. links.org.au 
Leninists seldom asked themselves: if Lenin was always right, why did things go so wrong in Russia? Dan La Botz argues it is time to say goodbye to Lenin and Leninism.
(2026-04-27). Mexico Captures "Jardinero," One of the New Leaders of CJNG and Wanted by U.S. latintimes.com Mexican forces captured Audias Flores Silva, alias "Jardinero," one of the alleged top commanders of the Jalisco New Generation Cartel and a figure identified as a possible successor to Nemesio Oseguera Cervantes, "El Mencho," after his death in a military operation earlier this year.
(2026-04-27). ICE Arrests Drop Nearly 12% After Minneapolis Killings and Immigration Shake-Up. latintimes.com ICE arrests across the United States dropped nearly 12% after two U.S. citizens were killed by immigration officers in Minneapolis and the Trump administration replaced one of the public faces of its immigration crackdown, according to an Associated Press analysis of federal arrest data.
(2026-04-27). Former Democrats and Republicans Pennsylvania Governors Urge Lawmakers to Protect Josh Shapiro's Family. latintimes.com All five living former Pennsylvania governors urged state leaders Monday to make Gov. Josh Shapiro's safety a nonpartisan priority, days after Treasurer Stacy Garrity refused to approve more than $1 million in security payments tied to the governor's private residence.
(2026-04-27). Colombia Offers Record $1.4 Million Reward for Rebel Blamed in Deadly Bomb Attack. latintimes.com Colombian authorities have announced a record reward of up to $1.4 million for information leading to the capture of a rebel commander accused of orchestrating a deadly bomb attack, escalating the government's response to a surge in violence linked to armed groups.
(2026-04-27). Gazans Vote in First Local Elections Since 2006 Under Hamas Rule. latintimes.com Residents in a central Gaza city voted this weekend in the first local elections held in the territory in more than two decades, a largely symbolic process that gave some Palestinians a rare opportunity to express political will under Hamas rule.
(2026-04-27). Barron Trump's Yerba Mate Drink Blasted on Social Media, Users Say Family Profiting From Latino Cultural Appropriation. latintimes.com Set to launch in May, Sollos Yerba Mate was incorporated in Florida last December and is headquartered at a 4,500-square-foot property in Palm Beach. Barron Trump is listed as one of the company's directors.
(2026-04-27). DHS Plans $7.5 Million for Biometric Smart Glasses to Help Immigration Agents Identify Migrants in Real Time. latintimes.com The proposal frames the technology as part of a broader effort to improve DHS's ability to "encounter, transport, detain and remove migrants who are in the United States illegally"
(2026-04-27). Critics Say Trump Looks to Create a More 'Malleable Workforce' by Replacing Immigration Judges With Less-Experienced Hires. latintimes.com The Washington Post found that two-thirds of the newly appointed judges had no immigration law experience listed in their online biographies…
(2026-04-27). Complete Egypt Trip Planner: From Visa to Nile Cruise Booking. latintimes.com Plan your perfect Egypt trip with this complete guide covering visa requirements, travel tips, and how to book the best Nile cruise for your itinerary.
(2026-04-27). U.S. Ambassador Hints at Major Anti-Corruption Push Targeting Mexican Politicians: 'We May Soon See Significant Action'. latintimes.com "Corruption doesn't just slow progress, it distorts it" added Ronald Johnson, adding that it "raises costs, weakens competition, and erodes the trust that markets depend on"
(2026-04-27). Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth Slowly Losing GOP Support in Senate, Report Says. latintimes.com GOP senators who spoke to the outlet on the condition of anonymity said Hegseth would not be chosen to lead the Pentagon if President Donald Trump were to renominate him today.
(2026-04-27). Sheinbaum Warns Against U.S. Overreach in Mexican Corruption Cases. latintimes.com Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum said Monday that any corruption allegations involving Mexican public officials must be backed by clear evidence and handled by Mexican authorities, after a report said the Trump administration is preparing a broader anti-corruption campaign targeting officials suspected of links to organized crime.
(2026-04-27). Lawmakers and Activists Demand Answers After ICE Detainees Launch Hunger Strike at Michigan Facility. latintimes.com Lawmakers and civil rights groups in Michigan are demanding an independent investigation of the North Lake Processing Center in Baldwin, Michigan. The initiative came after immigrants under custody in the privately operated ICE facility launched a hunger and labor strike to protest what advocates described as medical neglect, inadequate food, and prolonged detention.
(2026-04-27). Trump Crackdown on Cuban Doctors Leaves Several Countries Without Care: 'People in Rural Conditions Are the Ones Who Will Suffer'. latintimes.com
(2026-04-27). Illinois Bars State Workers From Insider Bets on Prediction Markets and Limits Use of AI. latintimes.com Illinois Gov. JB Pritzker has moved to restrict two fast-growing technologies inside state government, signing an executive order barring state employees from using nonpublic information to bet on prediction markets while state agencies implement rules requiring oversight, disclosure, and human review for artificial intelligence systems.
(2026-04-27). Messi or Ronaldo: Who Has Better Shot at 2026 World Cup Glory in Final Dance?>. latintimes.com MIAMI — As the 2026 FIFA World Cup draws near, the eternal debate between Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo reaches its climax. The two icons, both chasing a record sixth appearance, stand on opposite ends of the contention spectrum: Messi with defending champions Argentina viewed as top contenders, and Ronaldo with talented but less favored Portugal seeking its first title at age 41.
(2026-04-27). New Toothpaste May Stop Gum Disease Without Killing Good Mouth Bacteria. latintimes.com New toothpaste may stop gum disease while protecting healthy bacteria. Learn how microbiome-friendly oral care could change periodontitis treatment.
(2026-04-27). Puerto Rican Artist Villano Antillano Predicts the Anti-Trans Era Is About to End and Announces New Album – EXCLUSIVE. latintimes.com The Puerto Rican urban artist Villano Antillano discussed the political climate facing trans people, the energy of women-centered spaces, and the new album she has just finished after nearly two years of work.
(2026-04-27). New York Faces $74 Million Federal Threat Over Immigrant Driver License Policy. latintimes.com New York is facing a potential loss of $74 million in federal funding as the government pressures state officials to revoke certain commercial driver's licenses issued to immigrants, escalating a growing clash over immigration enforcement and state authority.
(2026-04-27). Emma Coronel Remembers El Chapo Guzmán in New Instagram Post. latintimes.com Emma Coronel Aispuro, the wife of imprisoned Sinaloa cartel leader Joaquín "El Chapo" Guzmán, drew attention on social media this weekend after sharing an Instagram story featuring a song that mentions both her and her husband.
(2026-04-27). The Elections That Could Redefine U.S. Influence in Latin America in 2026. latintimes.com Colombia, Brazil, Haiti and Venezuela face pivotal votes shaped by security concerns, economic stakes and shifting ties with Washington…
(2026-04-27). Best Crypto & Bitcoin Casinos in 2026: No KYC Casinos Reviewed. latintimes.com Compare the best crypto casinos and bitcoin casinos in 2026. Find no KYC sites with fast withdrawals, provably fair games, USDT support & strong bonus terms.
(2026-04-26). Alleged Gunman Cole Allen's Manifesto Reveals to Spare One Trump Official Leaving Investigators Scrambling for Motive. latintimes.com
(2026-04-26). Mexican Authorities Arrest Morelos Mayor Over Alleged Sexual Abuse of a Minor. latintimes.com Jorge Armando Genaro Rubio, the mayor of Tlalnepantla, Morelos, was arrested in connection with an alleged sexual abuse case involving a minor, according to Mexican media reports and a statement from state prosecutors.
(2026-04-26). North Dakota Leaders Honor Rep. Liz Conmy After Deadly Plane Crash in Minnesota. latintimes.com North Dakota leaders are honoring state Rep. Liz Conmy, a Fargo Democrat remembered by colleagues as compassionate, direct, and deeply committed to public service, after she was killed this weekend in a small plane crash in Minnesota.
(2026-04-27). Diners, Dommes, and Dives: The 13 Best Restaurants in L.A., According to Dominatrixes. lataco.com Los Angeles, it turns out, has a tight-knit domme community. They're caretakers, interpreters of human behavior, and, in their own way, societal pressure valves. Providing a safe and consensual place to release the stress and desires of clients. These are the spots they love to eat.
(2026-04-26). Sunday Taquitos Nuclear Codes and Presidential Pardons. lataco.com Sunday Taquitos! Art by Ivan Ehlers.
(2026-04-26). Exclusive: U.S. Citizen Temporarily Detained by ICE ERO Speaks out. lataco.com "The way they approached the vehicle is horrifying, like we're being under attack. Screaming at us, breaking the glass. It was horrifying."
(2026-04-25). This Is How Crazy and Expensive L.A. World Cup Tickets Are Right Now. lataco.com FIFA dropped another batch of tickets for the tournament this week as part of a "Last Minute Sale." Who's got $6k for the quarterfinal at SoFi in a few months?!
(2026-04-27). Diners, Dommes, and Dives: The 13 Best Restaurants in L.A., According to Dominatrixes. lataco.com Los Angeles, it turns out, has a tight-knit domme community. They're caretakers, interpreters of human behavior, and, in their own way, societal pressure valves. Providing a safe and consensual place to release the stress and desires of clients. These are the spots they love to eat.
(2026-04-26). Sunday Taquitos Nuclear Codes and Presidential Pardons. lataco.com Sunday Taquitos! Art by Ivan Ehlers.
(2026-04-26). Exclusive: U.S. Citizen Temporarily Detained by ICE ERO Speaks out. lataco.com "The way they approached the vehicle is horrifying, like we're being under attack. Screaming at us, breaking the glass. It was horrifying."
(2026-04-25). This Is How Crazy and Expensive L.A. World Cup Tickets Are Right Now. lataco.com FIFA dropped another batch of tickets for the tournament this week as part of a "Last Minute Sale." Who's got $6k for the quarterfinal at SoFi in a few months?!
(2026-04-27). Diners, Dommes, and Dives: The 13 Best Restaurants in L.A., According to Dominatrixes. lataco.com Los Angeles, it turns out, has a tight-knit domme community. They're caretakers, interpreters of human behavior, and, in their own way, societal pressure valves. Providing a safe and consensual place to release the stress and desires of clients. These are the spots they love to eat.
(2026-04-26). Sunday Taquitos Nuclear Codes and Presidential Pardons. lataco.com Sunday Taquitos! Art by Ivan Ehlers.
(2026-04-26). Exclusive: U.S. Citizen Temporarily Detained by ICE ERO Speaks out. lataco.com "The way they approached the vehicle is horrifying, like we're being under attack. Screaming at us, breaking the glass. It was horrifying."
(2026-04-25). This Is How Crazy and Expensive L.A. World Cup Tickets Are Right Now. lataco.com FIFA dropped another batch of tickets for the tournament this week as part of a "Last Minute Sale." Who's got $6k for the quarterfinal at SoFi in a few months?!
(2026-04-27). Trump targeted again: "Deep State" speculations abound amid Iranian crisis and missing scientist's scandal. infobrics.org
(2026-04-27). Is Russia really 'too soft' in enforcing its red lines?>. infobrics.org If Russia were to directly respond to NATO provocations, this would only reunite the military block. It would also come at a time when the relations between the United States and the EU are at an unprecedented historical low, with the Trump administration openly threatening to leave NATO. Why would Russia "repair" the world's most aggressive racketeering cartel by retaliating now when it can just wait?>
(2026-04-27). Russian forces help Mali resist terrorist advance. infobrics.org The West and Ukraine continue to support extremist militants in the Sahel.
(2026-04-27). China Expands Industrial Cooperation Platforms with Focus on BRICS. infobrics.org The BRICS Partnership on New Industrial Revolution Innovation Center in Xiamen, Fujian Province, recently held meetings with consulates of ASEAN countries including the Philippines, Singapore and Thailand, focusing on promoting cooperation in areas such as talent development, industrial projects and business partnerships…
(2026-04-27). Kazakh Sovereign Wealth Fund Readies Debut Panda Bond Sale. infobrics.org The fund may seek to raise as much as 3 billion yuan in China, with proceeds financing priority projects in energy, petrochemicals, transportation and gas infrastructure…
(2026-04-27). Russia to Begin Lunar Interior Research with China. infobrics.org Research on the lunar surface will be conducted in the near future, and the development of instruments required to study the internal structure of the Moon will begin this year…
(2026-04-27). EU has come to live in "economic serfdom" to US — media. infobrics.org Brussels approved the 20th package of sanctions on Russia.
(2026-04-25). Blockade of Strait of Hormuz increases risk of hunger and poverty for tens of millions of people. infobrics.org Supply chains on the brink of disruption unlike any time since COVID-19.
(2026-04-27). I Want You to March with Me This May Day. inequality.org
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(2026-04-27). Nearly two decades after landmark Indigenous rights declaration, countries still aren't complying. grist.org 
Nearly two decades after the United Nations adopted a landmark declaration on Indigenous rights, advocates say countries still aren't living up to their promises to uphold and respect those rights. | Indigenous people are being killed for protecting their territories, criminalized for practicing their culture, and seeing their lands stripped of resources without consent. Last week at the United Nations Permanent Forum on Indigenous Issues, or UNPFII, the world's largest gathering of Indigenous peoples, leaders called for countries to fully implement the U.N. Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples, or…
(2026-04-27). The world is getting too hot to feed itself. grist.org 
Two years ago today, an intense heat wave engulfed much of Brazil. For five days at the end of April 2024, temperatures in the central and southern regions climbed to sweltering heights. Many affected were still reeling from another extreme heat wave that had walloped southern Brazil. Just the month before the heat index in Rio de Janeiro The two events were part of a cycle of prolonged and severe…
(2026-04-27). The huge, untapped potential of planting rooftop gardens in cities. grist.org 
The city has long been a beacon of opportunity, where folks flock to make it big. But metropolises the world over are wasting a major opportunity — many, many square feet of it: Flat rooftops are painted white, when really they should be green. | Not, mind you, shades of mint green, forest green, or lime green, but with the lushness of actual plants. Adding vegetation to roofs — even if it's just a coating of grass, moss, and succulents — bestows many overlapping, reinforcing benefits not only on a building's occupants and owner, but on the surrounding community. Like parks on the ground, gar…
(2026-04-27). Michigan wins key legal battle over Line 5 pipeline. grist.org Michigan's decades-long fight to shut down the Line 5 pipeline will be heard in state court after the U.S. Supreme Court unanimously ruled that the dispute belongs there, clearing the way for judges to weigh whether the aging oil pipeline can continue crossing the Straits of Mackinac. | The ruling is seen as a win for tribes, environmentalists, and state Attorney General Dana Nessel, who preferred to keep the fight in state court. She has since 2019 been trying to revoke the easement that allows the pipeline to cross the Straits, which connect lakes Michigan and Huron, citing the risk of an oil spill. | "For f…
(2026-04-26). How New Mexico is 'building a forest' by solving a seedling shortage. grist.org Recovery from the Hermit's Peak-Calf Canyon Fire has been daunting. Residents are still waiting for disaster relief payments even as floods sweep through the ashy burn scar, Wildfires have burned 7 million acres across New Mexico since 2000, and millions of seedlings are needed to replant the burned areas. The Hermit's Peak-Calf Canyon Fire alone…
(2026-04-25). Nearly half of US children are breathing dangerous levels of air pollution, report warns. grist.org 
Nearly half of children in the United States are breathing dangerous levels of air pollution, according to a new report, as experts warned Donald Trump's expansive rollback of protections will make the situation worse. | The 27th annual air quality report from the American Lung Association, or ALA, released on Wednesday evaluates pollution across the country by grading levels of ground-level ozone — also known as smog —as well as year-round and short-term spikes in particle pollution, commonly referred to as soot. The report analyzed quality-assured data collected between 2022 and 2024. | It found…
(2026-04-28). AI hype narrative reaches the public healthcare system in El Salvador. globalvoices.org El Salvador's government claims an AI assistant will help make its public healthcare system a reference.Global VoicesImage by Global Voices on Canva Pro. | This story is part of Undertones, Global Voices' This post is part of Global Voices' April 2026 Spotlight series, "
(2026-04-27). Friends no more: How Kyrgyzstan's ruling tandem crumbled overnight. globalvoices.org After five years of ruling together, the president and security chief ended their political union Originally published on In February 2026, Kyrgyzstan's ruling tandem, consisting of the president Sadyr Japarov and the former Chief of the State Commit…
(2026-04-27). The challenge of civic trust as AI plays a bigger role in public management. globalvoices.org The challenge of civic trust in the face of AI is temporal as much as technicalOriginally published on Screenshot from Hong Kong's This post is part of Global Voices' April 2026 Spotlight series, "
(2026-04-26). Bosnian rock band Dubioza Kolektiv satirizes blind trust in artificial intelligence. globalvoices.org 
They have a reputation across the Western Balkans and beyond for tackling political and social issuesOriginally published on Screenshot of thumbnail image of the
(2026-04-26). Australia's Budj Bim features one of the world's oldest aquaculture systems. globalvoices.org 
Indigenous people farmed eels at the site for thousands of years, upending what archeologists knew about early populationsOriginally published on Screenshot from ' Australia has one of the world's oldest aquaculture…
(2026-04-25). Decolonizing AI at the U.S. border. globalvoices.org What happens when AI is deployed to decide who is detained and who is excluded?Originally published on This
(2026-04-25). The technological transformation of armed conflict. globalvoices.org It makes surveillance more efficient, disinformation faster, and state intervention potentially more unequal.Originally published on
(2026-04-27). AI Is Raising Nuclear Risks in South Asia. fpif.org In a future crisis between India and Pakistan, the most dangerous moment may not be the first strike but the minutes before it. | Artificial intelligence is beginning to compress those minutes. | Across modern battlefields, AI-enabled systems are accelerating how militaries detect, process, and act on information. What once took hours—or days—can now unfold in near real time. In a conventional conflict, that speed can be decisive. In a nuclear environment, it can be destabilizing. | For U.S. policymakers, this is not a distant technological trend. It is a near-term crisis-management problem in one of…
(2026-04-27). New Jersey Organizations Call on State Investment Council to Divest from Palantir and Israel. fightbackbetter.com FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: New Jersey Organizations Call on State Investment Council to Divest from Palantir and Israel 29 April 2026…
(2026-04-26). NJ TPS Committee Mobilizes Bus to Wed. April 29 Rally Opposing Largest De-Documentation in US History Get on the Bus! fightbackbetter.com 
After years of sacrifice, hard work, and building a life in the United States, TPS families are now facing one…
(2026-04-27). KCET 2026 Answer Key Released, What Next? ummid.com The Karnataka Examination Authority (KEA) has published the Provisional Answer Key of UGCET 2026, also known as KCET 2026, on its official website 'cetonline.karnataka.gov.in'.
(2026-04-27). Changing Landscape of West Asian Defence and Security. ummid.com The old framework of rigid alliances in West Asia is giving way to overlapping security partnerships, strategic hedging, internal military modernization, and new calculations shaped as much by technology and economics as by traditional geopolitics.
(2026-04-27). Malegaon battles severe heat waves. ummid.com Malegaon, one of the largest textile clusters in India, is battling intense heat waves since the last eight days with the maximum temperature reaching as high as 44 degrees.
(2026-04-27). CBSE Class 12 Result 2026: When and Where to Check. ummid.com The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) is releasing on its official website 'cbseresults.nic.in' the result of Class 12th (Class XIIth) 2026 board exams.
(2026-04-27). KCET 2026 Agriculture Practical Test: List of Candidates Published. ummid.com The Karnataka Examination Authority (KEA) has published on its official website the list of candidates eligible to appear in the Karnataka UGCET 2026 Agriculture Practical Test along with the list of non-eligible candidates.
(2026-04-27). 94.5% Pass Goa SSC 2026 Exam – Check Result Here. ummid.com Goa 10th Result 2026: The Goa Board of Secondary and Higher Secondary Education (GBSHSE) has declared the results of the GBSHSE Class 10 or SSC 2026 examinations on its official as well as associate websites today i.e. Sunday April 26, 2026.
(2026-04-27). Cole Allen, WH Correspondents' Dinner Shooter, is Award Winning Teacher. ummid.com The American Security Agencies Saturday April 26, 2026 identified the White House Correspondents' Dinner shooter as Cole Thomas Allen, and soon reports surfaced that he is a highly educated person and had even won the best teacher award in 2024.
(2026-04-27). Saudi Arabia, Türkiye working to revive Ottoman-era Hejaz Railway. ummid.com Saudi Arabia and Türkiye are working on a project that will not only connect the two countries via high speed Railway network but will also revive the Ottoman-era Hejaz railway-line that once aimed to link Istanbul to the holy cities Makkah and Madinah.
(2026-04-27). 2026 WB Polls: When Votes Spoke Louder Than Words. ummid.com In Amit Shah's assertion about the government's policy of 'detect, delete and deport', the 'deport' element generated fear among Muslims and appears to have motivated higher participation in the 2026 West Bengal Assembly elections.
(2026-04-27). The Great Indian Turncoat Bazaar. ummid.com Raghav Chadha's exit from the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) is neither shocking nor exceptional, it is entirely in keeping with the grammar of our times.
(2026-04-27). AP SSC 10th Result 2026: When and How to Check. ummid.com Andhra Pradesh SSC Result 2026: The Andhra Pradesh School Education Department is declaring on its official website ' bse.ap.gov.in' the result of the students who had appeared in the AP SSC (Class 10) 2026 board examinations.
(2026-04-27). 2026 State Polls: Frenzied voting in Tamil Nadu, West Bengal 1st Phase. ummid.com Tamil Nadu and West Bengal Thursday April 23, 2026 registered record voter-turnouts amidst the heavy deployment of security personnel in both the states.
(2026-04-27). UP: Girls bag all but one top rank as 10th, 12th results 2026 declared. ummid.com Uttar Pradesh 10th, 12th Results 2026: Girls secured all the top ranks, except one, as the Uttar Pradesh Madhyamik Shiksha Parishad (UPMSP) Thursday April 23, 2026 released the Class 10th Matric and Class 12th Inter results along with the Merit Lists and Toppers Names.
(2026-04-27). Karnataka SSLC Result 2026 Out: Check Full List of Toppers. ummid.com Karnataka SSLC 2026 Toppers: The Karnataka Secondary Education Examination Board (KSEEB) has annouced today i.e. Thursday April 23, 2026 the result of the Senior School Leaving Certificate (Karnataka SSLC) 2026 exam, also known as Pre University and Class 10 exams, along with the Merit List and Toppers' Names on its official website karresults.nic.in and kseab.karnataka.gov.in.
(2026-04-27). Maha TET 2026 Registration: Last Date to Apply April 24. ummid.com The Maharashtra Rajya Parkisha Parishad has extended the last date of application for online registration of the candidates who wish to appear for MAHA TET 2026.
(2026-04-27). Al-Nassr storms into AFC Champions League Two 2026 Final. ummid.com Top Saudi Football Club Al Nassr Wednesday April 22, 2026 stormed into AFC Champions League Two 2026 Final defeating Al Ahli SC Qatar 5-1.
(2026-04-27). The Strokes Star, Julian Casablancas, slams 'white privilege' of US Zionists. ummid.com Julian Casablancas, The Strokes' lead singer, during an extended episode of the viral online talk show SubwayTakes, has called out the 'white privilege' of Zionists in the United States.
(2026-04-27). Jamia Millia Islamia 10th Result 2026 Out: List of Toppers. ummid.com JMI Class 10 Result 2026: Jamia Millia Islamia (JMI) has announced the Class 10 result 2026 along with the details of toppers.
(2026-04-27). Madinah University Admission 2026 Begins: Steps, Link to Apply. ummid.com The Islamic University of Madinah Al Munawwarah has begun receiving applications from local and foreign students who wish to enroll them for various programs offered by one of Saudi Arabia's top universities with scholarship benefits.
(2026-04-27). Pakistan's Peacemaker Moment: A Challenge to India's Global Leadership. ummid.com Pakistan's emergence as a diplomatic intermediary between the United States and Iran has introduced an unexpected variable into South Asia's strategic equation.
(2026-04-27). Meet John Ternus: The Engineer who replaces Tim Cook as Apple Head. ummid.com Tech giant Apple Monday (April 20, 2026) announced that Tim Cook is stepping down as the company's Chief Executive Officer (CEO).
(2026-04-27). What are UFO files Pentagon plans to release? ummid.com The UFO files that the Pentagon plans to release refer to the official records, documents, and investigative reports related to Unidentified Flying Objects (UFOs) or Unidentified Aerial Phenomena (UAPs) and Unidentified Anomalous Phenomena as they have been officially named.
(2026-04-27). JEE Main 2026 Session 2 Results Out: Check Full Toppers' List. ummid.com As many as 26 students from all across India have scored a perfect 100 percentile to top JEE Main 2026 Session 2 the result of which was announced by the NTA today i.e. Monday April 20, 2026.
(2026-04-27). Religion Means Respect: Namita Thapar, abused over Namaz benefits, reminds Hindus. ummid.com Namita Thapar, a healthcare professional who is being abused for highlighting the benefits of Namaaz in a strongly worded message dropped on social media, reminded the Hindus about the importance of respect for all religions.
(2026-04-27). Pope Leo vs US President Donald Trump. ummid.com Pope Leo's sharp criticism of war, sectarian manipulation and the political misuse of religion has cast fresh attention on the narratives shaping the US-Israel confrontation with Iran.
(2026-04-27). Kosovo military team evaluates Gaza deployment amid continuing ceasefire violations. longwarjournal.org Kosovo has moved toward contributing forces for the International Stabilization Force (ISF) mission in Gaza, sending a military team to assess a future deployment area and coordinate with local and multinational officials. The security situation in Gaza remains tense despite a ceasefire, with uncertainty over Hamas's disarmament.
(2026-04-26). JNIM and allied rebels surge across Mali, take several cities, pressure capital. longwarjournal.org Al Qaeda's Group for Support of Islam and Muslims (JNIM) and its allies in the Azawad Liberation Front (FLA) conducted a massive, widespread offensive in Mali, from Bamako to Kidal, on Saturday. Several cities fell under the complete or partial control of the militant alliance, while others, including Mali's capital, remain under intense pressure.
(2026-04-28). Why America's HIV epidemic hasn't ended. gnnhd.tv 
Brenton Williams finally felt he had the proper health insurance to ask his doctor about PrEP (Pre-Exposure Prophylaxis), a highly protective drug regimen for people at risk of HIV. Williams' fiancée is HIV positive, which should have made him the perfect can…
(2026-04-28). Meta is laying off 10 percent of its staff. gnnhd.tv 
Meta is planning to layoff around 10 percent of employees in May, according to a memo from the company's chief people officer, Janelle Gale, published by Bloomberg. That means approximately 8,000 people will see their jobs cut. Meta will also be closing aroun…
(2026-04-28). Govee's new colorful outdoor lights are its first with solar power. gnnhd.tv 
Govee announced its first solar-powered lights today. They include a 6W panel with an integrated 4,800mAh battery that can be recharged with a single full day of sunlight (though if the weather's looking a little overcast, you can still charge it over USB-C)….
(2026-04-28). Microsoft says the 'idea' of an Xbox mobile store 'is not dead'. gnnhd.tv 
Microsoft first revealed it was building an Xbox mobile gaming store to take on Apple and Google all the way back in 2022. Former Xbox president Sarah Bond even went on stage at a Bloomberg event nearly two years ago and promised the store would launch in Jul…
(2026-04-28). Twelve South's magnetic PowerBug charger is down to just $35. gnnhd.tv If you're tired of dealing with a cluttered desk or nightstand, the Twelve South PowerBug cuts down on cables by plugging directly into the wall and handling multiple devices at once. And right now, it's down to a new low price, starting at $35.05 ($15 off) a…
(2026-04-28). Govee's new rechargeable table lamp is less than half the price of Hue's. gnnhd.tv 
Nearly four years after Philips Hue launched its Go portable table lamp, Govee has announced its own version for less than half the price. While the Hue Go is currently listed for $175.99, the new Govee Table Lamp Classic has launched at $79.99. Assuming you'…
(2026-04-27). PM Shehbaz approves public attendance for PSL playoff matches: Naqvi. gnnhd.tv 
This was announced by Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi in a post on X after securing the Prime Minister's nod today…
(2026-04-27). Bahrain revokes citizenship of 69 people for 'glorifying or sympathising' with Iranian attacks. gnnhd.tv 
The ministry said that the 69 people included accused individuals and their family members, and that they were all of non-Bahraini origin…
(2026-04-27). Trump to hold talks on Iran with security team: US media. gnnhd.tv 
Tehran's top diplomat blamed Washington on Monday for the failure of talks in Pakistan this month — the first and only round of negotiations in a bid to strike a deal to end the conflict that has engulfed the Middle East and strangled the global economy…
(2026-04-27). PM directs probe into TI Pakistan's complaint over PPRA rules violations by SNGPL. gnnhd.tv 
The prime minister has directed the relevant authorities to conduct a transparent investigation into the complaints concerning irregularities in SNGPL's tendering process, according to a PM Office statement…
(2026-04-27). The innocent children of Ichhrah: not killed by one mother, but by two. gnnhd.tv 
Every child is a public trust—and the state is the ultimate guardian…
(2026-04-27). SBP increases key policy rate by 100 bps to 11.5pc. gnnhd.tv 
The decision was in line with market expectations, which anticipated the central bank to raise the rates in the wake of escalating geopolitical tensions in the Middle Eastn…
(2026-04-27). Should you feel guilty for killing the bugs in your house? gnnhd.tv 
Your Mileage May Vary is an advice column offering you a unique framework for thinking through your moral dilemmas. It's based on value pluralism — the idea that each of us has multiple values that are equally valid but that often conflict with each other. To…
(2026-04-27). Lightning strikes kill 14 as Bangladesh lashed by seasonal storms. gnnhd.tv 
The deaths were reported from several districts after sudden storms brought heavy rain and intense lightning…
(2026-04-27). Mainly hot, dry weather expected in most parts. gnnhd.tv 
However, isolated rain-windstorms and thunderstorms are expected in northeast Balochistan, upper Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Potohar region, Kashmir and Gilgit Baltistan during evening and night hours…
(2026-04-27). Oil up almost 3pc as US-Iran peace talks stall. gnnhd.tv 
The Brent crude benchmark rose $3, or about 2.9%, to $108.36 a barrel by 0828 GMT, its highest in three weeks…
(2026-04-27). Anthropic's most dangerous AI model just fell into the wrong hands. gnnhd.tv 
Anthropic's Mythos AI model, a powerful cybersecurity tool that the company said could be dangerous in the wrong hands, has been accessed by a "small group of unauthorised users," Bloomberg reports. An unnamed member of the group, identified only as "a third-…
(2026-04-27). How charities should handle the next Jeffrey Epstein. gnnhd.tv 
Not everybody acquiesced when Jeffrey Epstein came bearing gifts. Harvard University barred Epstein's donations after he pleaded guilty to solicitation of a minor in 2008, a development that frustrated his friends on the faculty, according to an internal revi…
(2026-04-27). RFK Jr. is in his influencer era. gnnhd.tv 
Robert F. Kennedy Jr. is entering his influencer era as US health secretary. Last week brought two telling developments that appear to mark a new phase of Kennedy's leadership at the US Department of Health and Human Services. First, Kennedy launched The Secr…
(2026-04-27). Please don't inject yourself with bootleg peptides. gnnhd.tv 
Peptides seem to be everywhere — and there are more on the way. Adherents promise these tiny chains of amino acids can help you lose weight, keep your skin clear, and slow down the aging process. While a person who really wants to acquire peptides right now c…
(2026-04-27). The lucky few who can apply for tariff refunds. gnnhd.tv 
(2026-04-27). Framework's Laptop 13 Pro launch event. gnnhd.tv 
Framework CEO Nirav Patel is showing off his company's latest modular, repairable laptops in San Francisco today. The headliner is the new Laptop 13 Pro, which is its first machine fully machined out of aluminum, and Patel says its goal is to be "the MacBook …
(2026-04-26). Iranian foreign minister returns to Islamabad after Oman visit, set to travel to Moscow. gnnhd.tv 
During those meetings, he appreciated Pakistan's efforts for maintaining peace and described his visit to Pakistan as highly productive.
(2026-04-26). Pakistani minority community call on UN to address atrocities in India, IIOJK. gnnhd.tv 
No religion permits terrorism and alleged that India baselessly linked the Pahalgam incident to Pakistan: Kheal Das…
(2026-04-26). CM Maryam Nawaz announces "Film City" project to revive Pakistan's film industry. gnnhd.tv 
The Chief Minister emphasized that the Film City project is a significant step toward boosting the creative economy.
(2026-04-28). ANZAC Day disruption lays bare Australia's selective remembrance. independentaustralia.net 
(2026-04-28). Everyone needs to worry about 62 million men — particularly men. independentaustralia.net 
(2026-04-27). Antisemitism and Israel: A challenge to the Australian narrative. independentaustralia.net 
(2026-04-27). Global agencies give Australia's economy thumbs up. independentaustralia.net 
(2026-04-26). Anzac Day: Remembrance writ large in communities big and small. independentaustralia.net 
(2026-04-25). BOOK REVIEW: — The Fall of the Roman Empire and the Rise of. independentaustralia.net 
(2026-04-25). Hair remembers: The crime you know is happening to you. independentaustralia.net 
(2026-04-25). Behind Angus Taylor's immigration plan is a Trump‚Äëlike economic agenda. independentaustralia.net 
(2026-04-27). ACTION ALERT: NYT Falsely Reports That Attempts on Presidents' Lives Are Rare. fair.org 
(2026-04-28). 'Looming' risk of nuclear arms race, UN meeting hears. newarab.com 
Signatories of the landmark nuclear non-proliferation treaty began a meeting Monday at the In 2022, during the last review of the treaty considered the cornerstone of non-proliferation, UN Secretary-General
(2026-04-28). Trump not happy with latest Iran proposal to end the war. newarab.com 
US President Iran's latest proposal would set aside discussion of
(2026-04-28). Greece's top diplomat in Tripoli to discuss migrant arrivals. newarab.com 
The Greek and
(2026-04-28). Russian superyacht crosses blockaded Strait of Hormuz. newarab.com 
A superyacht linked to sanctioned Nord – a 142-meter (465-foot) yacht worth over $500 million – left a
(2026-04-27). Tunisia arrests journalist who criticised judges. newarab.com 
(2026-04-27). Iraqi president nominates Ali al-Zaidi as PM-designate. newarab.com 
(2026-04-27). Ukraine to take measures against Israel if grain ship docks. newarab.com 
(2026-04-27). French FM says Iran must make 'major concessions' to end crisis. newarab.com 
(2026-04-27). Dollar blockade: Will US pressure on Iraq's militias backfire?>. newarab.com 
In a move that potentially has severe economic and security ramifications for Iraq's overall stability, the United States has The move followed months of US President Donald Trump warning Baghdad to do more to curtail the Last week, W…
(2026-04-27). Hezbollah drones pose challenge to Israeli forces in Lebanon. newarab.com 
The Israelis are still launching attacks there A drone attack on Sunday killed soldier Idan Fooks, of the 7th Armoured Brigade's 77th Battalion, and wounded six others, three seriously. | The incident occurred when a tank belonging to the Golani…
(2026-04-27). Four killed, 70 injured in attacks by Pakistan: Afghan Taliban. newarab.com 
Mortar and rocket attacks launched by Pakistan against Afghanistan killed four people on Monday and injured 70 more, the Taliban government said, as Pakistan's government dismissed the claims as a "blatant lie." | About 30 students, women, and children were among those injured in the attacks, which targeted homes and the Syed Jamaluddin Afghani University in Kunar province's Asadabad, the Taliban's deputy spokesperson Hamdullah Fit…
(2026-04-27). UAE ties with Gulf, Pakistan strained over stance on Iran. newarab.com 
A senior Emirati official on Monday openly criticised Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) states for what he described as a "historically weak" reaction t…
(2026-04-27). Bruised by Trump, NATO alliance considers end to annual summits. newarab.com 
NATO is considering ending its recent practice of holding annual summits, six sources told Reuters, a move that could avoid a potentially tense encounter with U.S. President Trump's administration has engaged repeatedly in scathing criticism of many of the U.S.-led defence alliance's 31 other members, most recently berating some for not providing more assistance to U.S. military operations against Iran. | The frequency of NATO summits has varied over the alliance's 77-y…
(2026-04-27). Bahrain strips dozens of citizenship over Iran support. newarab.com 
Bahrain's interior ministry said on Monday that the Gulf kingdom revoked the citizenship of 69 individuals for their support of Iran after weeks of The ministry in a statement listed the dozens stripped of their citizenship, which it said included dependents, adding they "were found to have supported hostile Iranian acts, including colluding with foreign entities". | The Bahrain Institute for Rights and Democracy (BIRD) described the decision as "the first mass r…
(2026-04-27). UK PM Starmer faces possible parliament probe over Mandelson. newarab.com 
British lawmakers will vote on whether embattled Prime Minister Keir Starmer should face a parliamentary probe over the Members of Parliament will debate Tuesday on whether to refer Starmer to a committee to consider if he misled parliament over the appointment of the former associate of the late convicted US sex criminal Jeffrey Epstein, Lindsay Hoyle said. | It is the latest development in an unrelenting scandal that has plagued Starm…
(2026-04-27). Encircling Jenin: How Israel's new settlement push is closing in. newarab.com 
(2026-04-27). UK police make another arrest in relation to attacks on Jewish-linked premises. newarab.com 
British police said on Monday they had arrested a 37-year old man in relation to a series of attacks on Jewish-linked premises in north west London. | Over the last month, counter terrorism officers have arrested a total of 26 people as part of investigations into arson and other attacks on Jewish-linked premises.
(2026-04-27). Congo creates paramilitary mining guard backed by US-UAE funding. newarab.com 
Congo on Monday announced the creation of a paramilitary guard to secure its vast mining operations, backed by U.S. and Emirati investments, as Washington tries to lock in access to critical minerals amid a fragile peace process in the troubled east. | The central African country's General Inspectorate of Mines said in a statement the new unit would be deployed gradually, with an initial 2,500 to 3,000 personnel expected to be operational by December following six months of training in military collaboration. | The paramilitary force is projected to have more than 20,000 personnel across all of Congo's 22 mini…
(2026-04-27). Israel 'deployed Iron Dome and troops' to UAE during Iran war. newarab.com 
(2026-04-27). Sudan army strike on Darfur camp kills 6: rights group. newarab.com 
A Sudanese army strike on a displaced persons camp in the western Darfur region killed six civilians and wounded dozens more on Monday, a rights group said. | Near-daily drone strikes by both the Sudanese army and the paramilitary Rapid Support Forces (RSF) have escalated in recent months in
(2026-04-27). Israeli troops launch mass detention campaign in West Bank. newarab.com 
Israeli forces carried out Israeli military troops raided the
(2026-04-27). Germany's Merz says Iran is humiliating US as talks stall. newarab.com 
German Chancellor Friedrich Merz said on Monday Iran's leadership was humiliating the United States and getting U.S. officials to travel to Pakistan and Merz also said he not see what exit strategy the U.S. was pursuing in the Iran war- comments that underlined deep divisions between Washington and its European NATO allies, which had already been festering over Ukraine and other issues. | "The Iranians are obviously very skilled at negotiat…
(2026-04-27). Syrian families protest for relatives detained by Israel. newarab.com 
Relatives of dozens of The families from
(2026-04-27). Foreign missions delay return to Iraq amid US-Iran tensions. newarab.com 
After more than two weeks of the Sources at the Iraqi Foreign Ministry who spoke to The New Arab noted that missions that withdrew ambassadors, diplomatic staff and their families have yet to bring many of them back. The situation also applies to foreign scientific and research missions working in archaeology, education, energy and health. | They do…
(2026-04-27). Only 23% voted in Gaza's Deir al-Balah for local elections. newarab.com 