(2026-05-18). Israel launches strikes on southern Lebanon despite extending 'ceasefire'. aljazeera.com Al Jazeera's Obaida Hitto reports from Tyre in southern Lebanon on the latest Israeli strikes in the region.
(2026-05-18). Saturday 6/6: Shut it Down! How Tech Companies Power Genocide, Detention, and Deportation. indybay.org Online | www.eventbrite.com/e/shut-it-down-how-te……
(2026-05-18). Friday 5/29: Free Benefit Show for HEALPALESTINE.ORG. indybay.org San Jose Peace and Justice Center (48 S 7th St., San Jose, CA, 95112)…
(2026-05-18). Over 800 artifacts from Mexico, Peru on display at Beijing exhibition. ecns.cn The Maize ∑Gold ∑Jaguar: A Grand Exhibition of Ancient Maya and Andean Civilizations opened at the Capital Museum in Beijing on Sunday.
(2026-05-18). Trump's China trip assessed, South Korea's AI problem: 5 weekend reads you missed. scmp.com We have put together stories from our coverage last weekend to help you stay informed about news across Asia and beyond. If you would like to see more of our reporting, please consider subscribing. | 1. Trump leaves China after much pomp and pageantry, but little to show for it | 2. Trump and his CEOs want China's business — but has Asia moved on? | 3. What do travellers need to know when Hong Kong airport's Terminal 2 opens? | 4. Reality deficit: how South Korea lost the plot on AI…
(2026-05-18). After Trump's China trip, White House plans new attack on Iran. wsws.org Just days after Trump's return from Beijing, American imperialism is making active preparations for a renewed onslaught against Iran.
(2026-05-18). Ghalibaf Named China Envoy: Are Iran-Beijing Ties Deepening? juancole.com Ann Arbor (Informed Comment) — On May 16, Iranian speaker of Parliament Mohammad Baqer Ghalibaf "The world stands at the cusp of a new order. | As President Xi said 'The transformation unseen in a century is accelerating across the globe,' and I emphasize that the Iranian nation's 70-day resistance has accelerated this transformation. | The future belongs to the Global South." | Ghalibaf was referring to a passage in the
(2026-05-18). UAE ditches oil for AI to build Global South tech 'bridge'. scmp.com No country on Earth has adopted artificial intelligence faster than the United Arab Emirates — and the Middle Eastern cultural crossroad's ambitions to become an AI bridge to the Global South just got another major leg up with the delivery of the latest, cutting-edge US-designed chips. | But those ambitions are taking shape in a hostile environment. Amid the US-Israel war on Iran, Tehran's Islamic Revolutionary Guards Corps has repeatedly taken aim at major Emirati data centres, developed in…
(2026-05-18). Iran War Economic Impact: Gulf States Count the Cost. juancole.com The Conversation) — The US and Israel's war on Iran has cast a long shadow over the Gulf. It has placed many of the economies that make up the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) regional grouping — Bahrain, Kuwait, Oman, Qatar, the United Arab Emirates (UAE) and Saudi Arabia — under substantial strain. | Since the war began in February, the World Bank has downgraded its 2026 GDP growth forecast for the reg…
(2026-05-18). Trump issues dire warning to Iran to accept peace deal. geo.tv 
Donald Trump gestures at Turning Point USA's AmericaFest in Phoenix, Arizona, US, December 22, 2024. — ReutersUS-Iran peace talks remain stalled.Washington offered no concessions, says Fars.Hormuz blockade rattles global oil markets.WASHINGTON: President Donald Trump issued a…
(2026-05-17). Iran urges intl response to US demands. ecns.cn Tehran has urged the international community to confront Washington's demands, while the United States warned Iran anew that it will have a "very bad time" if a peace deal is not reached soon.
(2026-05-18). Cuba warns that U.S. is fabricating false pretexts to launch military aggression. radiohc.cu Cuba has warned that the recent reports of alleged drones being prepared for attacks on targets at the U.S. Guantanamo Naval Base and United States territory are completely false and may be used as an excuse to launch pre-emptive military attacks on the island. | Cuban Foreign Minister Bruno Rodríguez said Sunday afternoon that "certain media outlets are playing along, peddling slander and leaking insinuations from the U.S. government itself." | In the same post, he insisted that "Cuba neither threatens nor wants war." He added that "without any legitimate pretext, the U.S. government is building, day after day,…
(2026-05-18). US weighs drone threat from Cuba: report. geo.tv 
(2026-05-18). Lula da Silva asked Donald Trump to lift U.S. blockade on Cuba. radiohc.cu Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva pointedly asked his counterpart Donald Trump to lift Washington's blockade on Cuba, according to an interview published on Sunday in The Washington Post. | Cuba "needs an opportunity," Lula said in his appeal to Trump to eliminate the unilateral blockade against the island. "What I know is that if the United States opens a negotiating table, not one based on impositions, Cuba will participate," he emphasized. | Lula reiterated to The Washington Post that, in his May 7th meeting with Trump at the White House, Trump assured him that he would not invade Cuba; However, th…
(2026-05-18). Two years on: upgrading the Red Cross Field Hospital in Rafah. icrc.org For families in Gaza, the Red Cross Field Hospital has been a lifeline. Two years on, this upgrade enables the lifeline to continue.
(2026-05-18). Growing bread queues in Gaza as Israel restricts fuel, flour imports. aljazeera.com Bread shortages deepen in Gaza as flour imports dwindle and bakeries struggle to meet rising demand amid fuel scarcity.
(2026-05-18). Gaza: Red Cross Field Hospital in Rafah undergoes overhaul to continue addressing urgent health-care needs. icrc.org
(2026-05-18). Thursday 5/21: Albany & El Cerrito for Palestine – Human Billboard for Gaza. indybay.org El Cerrito Plaza, San Pablo & Carlson…
(2026-05-18). The ICRC's response to affected populations and infrastructure following the events of January 2026 in Venezuela. icrc.org
(2026-05-17). AI tools enable seniors to 'triage at home'. ecns.cn AI tools enable seniors totriage at home.A senior woman participates in setting up and testing an elderly care robot that can perform basic health checkups, monitor health status and offer companionship at a welfare center in Hangzhou, Zhejiang province, in March last year.
(2026-05-18). The fall of Romanian government: The "Bolojan plan" scrapped. unitedworldint.com Interview with Miruna Pandele, Deputy Chair of the Romanian Socialist Party By Yasin Okyay On May 6, the Romanian government collapsed following the passage of a no-confidence motion jointly introduced by social democrats and nationalists. The motion by the Social Democratic Party (PSD) and the Alliance for the Union of Romanians (AUR), gained 281 yes …
(2026-05-18). How ISWAP and Boko Haram are reshaping the Lake Chad Basin. aljazeera.com Communities in the Lake Chad Basin face rising violence amid economic hardship and weak governance.
(2026-05-18). France reopens Epstein case as new victims speak out. albawaba.com ALBAWABA – French authorities have revived momentum in their probe into Jeffrey Epstein after over 10 new complainants claimed they were victims of the late financier.Paris prosecutor Laure Beccuau said that the new testimony were just filed to French prosecutors, bringing the total number of complainants in the case to about 20.The expanded probe is looking into potential networks of human trafficking that were linked to Epstein's activities in France and seeking to identify anyone who may have helped facilitate or cover up his alleged crimes.French detectives are sifting through communications logs, address boo…
(2026-05-18). Soccer- Azmoun left out of preliminary Iran World Cup squad. newarab.com 
(2026-05-18). Video: NAKED woman beaten up by man in Beirut Corniche. albawaba.com ALBAWABA – A woman was seen naked in Beirut Corniche, the Raouche area, in Lebanon, shocking all passersby on Sunday.A video circulating online shows a completely naked female in the Raouche area of Beirut, before she was attacked by a man. A passerby immediately intervened, prevented the assault and gave the woman a shawl to cover up.However, till now, there is no information or details about the reason for this strange incident.Many allegedly said that the woman is suffering from a mental health crisis and that she is unaware of what she did.ÿπŸÜÿ…
(2026-05-17). U.S. state keen to tap into China's market. ecns.cn The U.S. state of Oregon, which is keen to strengthen its economic partnership with China, hosted a trade delegation from the Inner Mongolia autonomous region last week to explore business opportunities.
(2026-05-18). China's Solar Industry Redesigned Itself Around U.S. Forced Labor Law. wattsupwiththat.com Continuing to look away is a choice, and the people living inside this system will bear the consequences long after the next procurement cycle closes.
(2026-05-18). Former UK Health Secretary Wes Streeting announces bid to replace Starmer. aljazeera.com Former UK Health Secretary Wes Streeting has announced he will run against Prime Minister Keir Starmer as Labour leader…
(2026-05-18). Sinner wins Italian Open to complete career Golden Masters. aljazeera.com The first Italian to win the title in 50 years enters the French Open as favourite with Alcaraz out injured.
(2026-05-17). Trade talks achieve positive outcomes. ecns.cn The outcomes achieved by China and the United States in their latest round of economic and trade consultations could help bring more certainty and confidence to global industrial and supply chains, and may contribute to stabilizing the world economy amid rising geopolitical and trade uncertainties, market observers and executives said.
(2026-05-17). China's property investment declines in first four months. ecns.cn China's investment in property development decreased in the first four months of 2026, down 13.7 percent year on year, the National Bureau of Statistics said Monday.
(2026-05-17). Sino-Russia energy cooperation forges strategic resilience for a new era. ecns.cn Amid continued volatility in global energy markets.China and Russia are accelerating the structural deepening of their energy partnership — anchored by stable fossil-fuel supply chains while simultaneously breaking ground in next-generation clean-energy corridors.
(2026-05-17). Hantavirus-hit cruise ship to arrive at Rotterdam port as final destination. ecns.cn The hantavirus-hit cruise ship MV Hondius was due to dock in Rotterdam on Monday morning for disinfection, with Dutch authorities preparing quarantine arrangements for the 25 crew ‚Äåmembers and two medical staff remaining on board.
(2026-05-18). South Sudan: The country's humanitarian needs continue to rise. icrc.org Joint SSRC-IFRC-ICRC News Release…
(2026-05-18). The Struggle to Defend CSU Faculty & Students in the Upcoming CFA Contract Fight. indybay.org Thirty thousand faculty members of the CSU system are facing major attacks with layoffs of thousands of lecturers, use of AI to eliminate positions and the increasing ICE attacks. Kevin Wehr who is the CFA chief negotiator talks about the contract issues.
(2026-05-18). Activists to Protest at Petco and Demand the End of All Animal Sales. indybay.org Following SF Animal Commission's vote to recommend a ban on the retail sale of animals, advocates will rally in San Francisco to bring attention to cruelty of the exotic pet trade…
(2026-05-18). Saturday 6/6: Solarpunk Summer: Seed Craft. indybay.org Santa Cruz Public Libraries – Branciforte Branch, 230 Gault Street, Santa Cruz…
(2026-05-18). Sunday 5/31: Farmworkers Betrayed: Latinx Feminists speak out on César Chávez abuses ⚪ watch party. indybay.org New Valencia Hall, 747 Polk St., San Francisco…
(2026-05-18). Saturday 5/16: Free virtual screening of the documentary film "The Balfour Declaration" indybay.org Zoom | us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_XzUA……
(2026-05-18). NewsGuild Edsource Reporters Go On UFLP Strike For Living Wages & A Contract. indybay.org NewsGuild Edsource reporters went on a 1 day UFLP strike to fight for living wages and a contract.
(2026-05-18). Watsons pop-up indicates island upgrade. ecns.cn What if you could step into a 19th-century pharmacy and find today's most popular skincare and sparkling water on the shelf? That is an experience Watsons is re-creating at its new pop-up store on Shamian Island in Guangzhou, Guangdong province, near one of its earliest locations from about two centuries ago.
(2026-05-18). Wednesday 6/10: Oakland Privacy: Fighting Against the Surveillance State. indybay.org Please email contact@oaklandprivacy.org a few days before the meeting to get up-to-date location information or obtain Zoom meeting access info.
(2026-05-18). Science magazine investigates FBI's witch-hunt against Chinese researchers. wsws.org Science magazine, one of the most prestigious peer-reviewed publications in the world, has published an investigative report titled "Researching While Chinese," detailing the Department of Justice (DOJ) persecution of Chinese researchers at the University of Michigan and Indiana University.
(2026-05-17). Giant panda dies from infection at south China safari park, another stable after treatment. ecns.cn A giant panda at a safari park in southern China's Guangdong Province has passed away after a lung chlamydia infection triggered heart failure, while another panda receiving treatment remains in stable condition, the park said on Saturday.
(2026-05-17). Dassault Systemes to strengthen AI ecosystem building in China. ecns.cn French industrial software company Dassault Systemes is looking to strengthen its industrial artificial intelligence ecosystem in China, as the country steps up ongoing efforts to foster new quality productive forces and advance the integration of AI with manufacturing, its chief executive said.
(2026-05-18). Vote "NO" on the AFSCME-University of California contract! Build rank-and-file committees to take control from the sellout bureaucrats! wsws.org To prevent another defeat, workers must begin independently organizing, plan a resumption of the strike and the struggle for their non-negotiable demands, not what AFSCME officials dictate they must accept.
(2026-05-18). Saturday 6/27: SF Trans Ally Rally: The People's March & Rally for Trans Rights. indybay.org San Francisco: Embarcadero Plaza at Steuart and Embarcadero, then march to rally at Civic Center Plaza. | This march & rally welcomes all people to join in standing up for Trans Rights.
(2026-05-18). Saturday 5/30: Celebration of Life – A Fundraiser for Palestine. indybay.org SubRosa Community Space, 703 Pacific Ave, Santa Cruz…
(2026-05-18). Moment of collision between two Navy jets at Idaho air show. aljazeera.com Two US Navy jets collided during an air show at Mountain Home AFB.
(2026-05-18). Red Dawn over China: An extended exercise in anti-communist propaganda. wsws.org Frank Dikà∂tter's new book is a fundamentally flawed work that makes little pretence of academic objectivity or intellectual honesty.
(2026-05-18). Military jets' crew members safely eject after Idaho air-show collision. geo.tv 
Four crew members of military jets eject safely following a mid-air collision during the Idaho air show outside Mountain Home Air Force Base in Idaho, US May 17, 2026, in this screengrab obtained from a handout video. — Reuters Four crew members involved in a mid-air collision…
(2026-05-18). Canadian imperialism: predator, not prey, in global war. wsws.org This speech was delivered by Keith Jones, Socialist Equality Party (Canada) national secretary, at the 2026 May Day Online Rally, organized by the WSWS and the ICFI.
(2026-05-18). Thursday 5/21: AI, Teamsters Torture, Labor & Human Rights: WorkWeek Panel. indybay.org Register in advance for this meeting: | us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/ds7n0QN……
(2026-05-18). Iran war hits global companies with $25 billion bill. newarab.com 
A review of corporate statements from companies listed in the United States, Europe and Asia since the start of the conflict offers a sobering look at the fallout. Businesses are grappling with soaring energy prices, fractured supply chains and trade routes severed by Iran's grip on the At l…
(2026-05-18). Friday 5/22: To Eat Alone is to Die Alone: An Artist Talk with Vivien Sansour. indybay.org Institute of the Arts and Sciences, 100 Panetta Avenue, Santa Cruz…
(2026-05-17). Investing more in children is the right thing to do. ecns.cn The world has demonstrated that it is possible to make progress for children on an extraordinary scale. Child mortality was reduced by around 50 percent in two decades, based largely on a simple recipe with three ingredients. First, a safe start. One in four children is now born in a UNICEF-supported health clinic. Second, immunization.
(2026-05-18). International experts hail new focus on constructive stability. ecns.cn The meeting between the leaders of China and the United States in Beijing last week marked another important round of high-level strategic communication between the two countries at a pivotal moment in history.
(2026-05-18). Long Island Rail Road workers strike; Mamdani supports scabbing operations. wsws.org The strike is a major political confrontation in the center of world finance, pitting workers against Wall Street and its political agents, in the first place the Democratic Party.
(2026-05-17). China's fixed-asset investment down 1.6 pct in first 4 months. ecns.cn China's fixed-asset investment dropped 1.6 percent year on year in the first four months of 2026, official data showed on Monday.
(2026-05-18). Battery innovations take center stage at Shenzhen CIBF 2026. ecns.cn The 18th China International Battery Fair (CIBF 2026) was held at the Shenzhen World Exhibition & Convention Center under the theme "Connecting the World, Empowering Green, and Driving the Future" in Guangdong Province last week.
(2026-05-17). Over half of Japanese oppose lifting ban on lethal weapons exports, polls suggest. ecns.cn More than half of respondents in recent Japanese opinion polls opposed the government's decision to lift restrictions on exports of lethal weapons.
(2026-05-17). 'Su Super League' elevates city brand. ecns.cn During Jiangsu Football City League in Yangzhou, team Yangzhou defeated team Zhenjiang 1-0 on Saturday.
(2026-05-18). Saturday 6/6: How Communities Across Turtle Island are Cutting Ties with Israeli Apartheid. indybay.org Online | www.mobilize.us/us-palestineactivism/eve……
(2026-05-18). Judicial services made more accessible to nation's persons with disabilities. ecns.cn Judicial services have been made more accessible to people with disabilities in recent years, thanks to intensified collaboration between courts and disabled persons' federations.
(2026-05-17). Shanghai sets target to build intl shipping hub. ecns.cn As Shanghai moves from scale expansion to capacity enhancement in building an international shipping center during the 15th Five-Year Plan (2026-30) period, demand for talent with cross-disciplinary expertise is rising, according to experts.
(2026-05-17). China-Russia Expo seen as key platform. ecns.cn President Xi Jinping and Russian President Vladimir Putin have each sent a congratulatory letter to the 10th China-Russia Expo ahead of the Russian leader's upcoming state visit to China.
(2026-05-17). 3 missing after Magnitude 5.2 earthquake hits Guangxi. ecns.cn A 5.2-magnitude earthquake jolted Liuzhou, a city in south China's Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region, early Monday, leaving three people missing and four injured, local authorities said.
(2026-05-18). The "Green Voter Guide" , published by the Green Party of Alameda County. indybay.org The Green Party of Alameda County's 12-page voter guide is here: acgreens.wordpress.com/wp-content/upload……
(2026-05-18). Trump-backed "Rededicate 250" rally: Christian nationalism in the service of dictatorship. wsws.org Backed by the Trump administration and major corporations, Rededicate 250 fused Christian nationalism, historical falsification and authoritarian politics.
(2026-05-17). China's industrial output up 5.6% in first four months. ecns.cn Chinas value-added industrial output increased by 5.6 percent year on year in the first four months of 2026, official data showed on Monday.
(2026-05-17). AI reshaping how people work, create, collaborate. ecns.cn Behind a popcorn machine at AgiBot's data collection center in Shanghai, a humanoid robot packs freshly popped popcorn into paper cups while Chen Xin, a data collector with a virtual reality headset around his neck and a controller in hand, patiently guides its movements.
(2026-05-17). Driving development with new quality productive forces. ecns.cn China Dailys Business Insight section has launched a column devoted to an in-depth interpretation of Xi Jinpings economic thought, with this article serving as the debut piece of the new series.
(2026-05-17). China's industrial output up 5.6 pct in first four months. ecns.cn China's value-added industrial output increased by 5.6 percent year on year in the first four months of 2026, official data showed on Monday.
(2026-05-18). Britain faces weeks of leadership limbo in slow-motion coup against Starmer. aljazeera.com Keir Starmer battles to retain his authority, critics say he's a 'lame-duck' leader.
(2026-05-17). Two dead, one missing after 5.2-magnitude quake strikes Guangxi. ecns.cn Two people were confirmed dead and one person remains missing after a magnitude-5.2 earthquake jolted Liunan district in Liuzhou, Guangxi Zhuang autonomous region, early Monday, according to the local earthquake relief headquarters.
(2026-05-18). Saturday 5/23: In Conversation: All This Safety is Killing Us. indybay.org Institute of the Arts and Sciences, 100 Panetta Avenue, Santa Cruz…
(2026-05-18). More Sweeps of Survival Gear & Disabled Sidewalk Sleepers at Coral St. indybay.org Expanded Speech to the Community at Santa Cruz City Council Tuesday afternoon on May 12, 2026…
(2026-05-18). 'Staggering' Iran toll drives up global executions: Amnesty. newarab.com 
Amnesty said it had confirmed the executions of at least 2,707 people globally in 2025. Of these cases, 2,159 were in Iran, a figure more than double that of 2024, Amnesty said. | But the UK-based rights group said that, as in previous years, its total "does not include the thousands of executions" that it believed were carried ou…
(2026-05-18). Saturday 5/16: Union Democracy, Worker Rights & The IBT: WorkWeek Panel. indybay.org Zoom Registration | us02web.zoom.us/j/84722091993?pwd=CoyU1e… | /us02web.zoom.us/launch/jc/84722091993…
(2026-05-17). Tornado Emergency declared for Hebron, Nebraska. ecns.cn Tornado Emergency declared for Hebron, Nebraska. – reports…
(2026-05-18). Homeless Persons Legal Assistance Project Returns. indybay.org Court Navigation and Local Ordinance Assistance for the Houseless Community…
(2026-05-17). Chinese-built Astana light rail begins operations. ecns.cn Kazakhstan on Saturday officially launches the Astana light rail transit system, constructed by a Chinese company. It is the first urban light rail line in Central Asia.
(2026-05-18). 5.2-magnitude quake kills two in south China. geo.tv 
Rescue workers walk past a damaged building following an earthquake at Taiyang village in Liuzhou, Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region, China May 18, 2026. — Reuters Quake hit Guangxi's Liuzhou city at 12.21am: report. State broadcaster CCTV identifies deceased as couple….
(2026-05-18). When are Hajj and Eid al-Adha 2026? A visual guide to the Muslim pilgrimage. aljazeera.com Nearly 2 million Muslims will embark on the annual Hajj pilgrimage to Mecca, which begins on May 25.
(2026-05-18). Saturday 6/6: Mountain Lions, Bobcats, and You. indybay.org Live Oak Library Annex (LOLA), 979 17th Avenue, Santa Cruz…
(2026-05-18). Saturday 5/16: A Community Conversation: How Fascism Is Controlling Us and the World. indybay.org Black & Brown Social Club | 474 Valencia St. | San Francisco…
(2026-05-18). Nairobi Regional Delegation Facts & Figures 2025. icrc.org January – December 2025…
(2026-05-18). Nexteer auto parts workers in Saginaw force UAW to schedule strike vote after rejecting two sellout contracts. wsws.org A Nexteer strike could quickly shut down production at General Motors, Ford and Stellantis and ignite a wave of strikes at US auto parts companies. This is precisely what the UAW bureaucrats are desperate to prevent.
(2026-05-18). Unite the New Zealand and Pacific working class against imperialism! wsws.org This speech was delivered by Tom Peters, a leader of the Socialist Equality Group in New Zealand, at the 2026 May Day Online Rally, organized by the WSWS and the ICFI.
(2026-05-18). WHO declares Ebola public health emergency as Trump cuts cripple global disease surveillance. wsws.org The WHO's emergency declaration exposes a global health system in collapse, with surveillance programs terminated, WHO defunded and the CDC barred from international coordination.
(2026-05-18). Criminal charges filed against ship operators in Baltimore's Key Bridge collapse that killed six workers. wsws.org The Department of Justice has charged the ship operator and a supervisor with criminal behavior connected to the Key Bridge collapse, but avoided any scrutiny of decades of neglect.
(2026-05-18). West Bank Palestinians see Nakba repeating under Israeli raids. newarab.com 
In refugee camps across the West Bank, the Today, Palestine's foundational tragedy stirs anxious thoughts of history repeating itself, as aggressive Israeli raids across the occupied territory mark a renewed displacement crisis that echoes the horrors of the Nakba. | In conversations at nine camps, Palestinians see the 78-year-old catastrophe not as history, but as a warning. | Amina Kha…
(2026-05-18). Australia: Elderly residents of Melbourne apartment complex face forced eviction. wsws.org The threat to Oasis residents takes place amid a housing crisis and the Victorian Labor government's program to evict 10,000 people from the city's 44 public housing towers.
(2026-05-17). Magnitude 5.2 earthquake strikes Guangxi. ecns.cn A magnitude 5.2 earthquake jolted Liunan district in Liuzhou, Guangxi Zhuang autonomous region early Monday, leaving three people missing and four injured with no life-threatening conditions, local disaster relief authorities confirmed.
(2026-05-18). Palestinian women describe arrest, abuse & filth in Damon Prison. newarab.com 
After months in detention at "My first breath outside felt like I was being born again," she told The New Arab, describing the confusion that followed her release. | "It wasn't just freedom. It was confusion. I kept asking myself if I was really out or if it was another moment they would ta…
(2026-05-18). Climate Headbangers Crawl from the Wreckage of RCP8.5 'Implausible' Finding Spinning Nothing-to-See-Here Claims. wattsupwiththat.com It will be interesting to see if Dale Vince has changed his mind on jailing climate deniers in the light of RCP8.5's demise. In July 2024, he posted on Twitter, now X, the following in support of five climate vandals who had brought the vital London M25 ring-road to a halt. One of the lunatic disrupters putting emergency services at grave risk was Roger Hallam, who was subsequently imprisoned for five years. The conspiracy was organised by Just Stop Oil, a group given £340,000 by Vince.
(2026-05-18). Two US fighter jets collide mid air, explode during Idaho air show, crew ejects safely. ptcnews.tv PTC News Desk: Two US fighter jets collided in mid-air during an air show at Mountain Home Air Force Base in Idaho on Sunday, prompting an immediate lockdown of the base. The incident took place durin | Two US fighter jets collide mid air, explode during Idaho air show, crew ejects safely…
(2026-05-18). Uganda responds with emergency measures to Ebola outbreak. aljazeera.com Al Jazeera's Catherine Soi reports on the emergency measures implemented in Uganda in response to the Ebola outbreak.
(2026-05-18). Fiscal, monetary tools to boost consumption. ecns.cn China is ramping up coordination between fiscal and monetary tools to further unleash consumption potential and energize private investment, in a bid to fuel a broad expansion in domestic demand, officials and business executives said.
(2026-05-18). Sunday 6/28: Solar Punk Pen Pals: Crafting Hopeful Futures Together. indybay.org Santa Cruz Public Libraries – Downtown Branch, 224 Church St, Santa Cruz…
(2026-05-18). Colombia 2025: A humanitarian crisis beyond numbers. icrc.org
(2026-05-18). Non-compliance with international humanitarian law deteriorated the humanitarian situation in Colombia in 2025. icrc.org
(2026-05-18). Poland: High level briefing on IHL for the Polish ministries. icrc.org
(2026-05-18). Mozambique: January to December 2025 Facts & Figures. icrc.org
(2026-05-18). Egypt: ICRC, Al-Azhar University Emphasize Shared Principles Between IHL and Islamic Sharia. icrc.org
(2026-05-18). ICRC report: Failure to respect rules of war deepened humanitarian crisis in Colombia in 2025. icrc.org
(2026-05-18). How Donald Trump, "President of Peace," is Making War on Everything. juancole.com
(2026-05-18). Iraq: ICRC president to meet senior officials, discuss humanitarian engagement on two-day visit. icrc.org
(2026-05-18). Upholding international humanitarian law in Colombia. icrc.org
(2026-05-18). Russian drone strikes Chinese cargo ship in Black Sea. albawaba.com
(2026-05-18). The humanitarian cost of non-compliance with IHL in Colombia. icrc.org
(2026-05-18). Treatment of civilians in Colombia during 2025. icrc.org
(2026-05-18). Children and adolescents in armed conflicts in Colombia. icrc.org
(2026-05-18). Searching for people missing in connection with the 1992-1993 armed conflict continues. icrc.org
(2026-05-18). Yemen: Frequently asked questions on the release, transfer and repatriation of conflict-related detainees – May 2026. icrc.org
(2026-05-18). ICRC president calls for sustained international engagement to prevent further military escalation in the Middle East during visit to Iraq. icrc.org
(2026-05-18). The Judicial Training Institute at the Ministry of Justice and the ICRC Launch the First International Humanitarian Law Moot Court Competition for Universities in the UAE. icrc.org
(2026-05-18). Colombia: Conduct of hostilities and use of explosive hazards. icrc.org
(2026-05-18). Yuba County Falconry Business Ransacked, Former Visitor Claims Responsibility. indybay.org
(2026-05-18). Message on World Red Cross and Red Crescent Day 2026. icrc.org
(2026-05-18). Calls to action to parties to conflicts in Colombia. icrc.org
(2026-05-18). ICRC RED aircraft to operate from Jeddah to strengthen humanitarian access to Sudan. icrc.org
(2026-05-18). El Salvador: Human Rights Lawyer Still in Jail One Year on. hrw.org Click to expand Image | Ruth López. | © El Diario de Hoy | (Washington, DC) — The prominent anti-corruption lawyer Ruth López remains in pretrial detention in El Salvador with her case under judicial seal one year after her arrest, Human Rights Watch said today. Salvadoran authorities should guarantee López a prompt, open, and fair trial, lift the judicial secrecy on her case file, and allow her regular contact with her family and lawyers.López, 48, heads the Anti-Corruption Unit at Cristosal, one of Central America's leading human rights organizations. She has investigated alleged corruption by sen…
(2026-05-18). El incumplimiento del DIH agravó la situación humanitaria en Colombia en 2025. icrc.org
(2026-05-18). Saturday 5/23: Film Screening: Sunrise. indybay.org Albany Library, Edith Stone Room, 1247 Marin Ave, Albany…
(2026-05-17). Israel strikes south Lebanon day after ceasefire extension. al-monitor.com Israel launched a massive series of airstrikes on southern Lebanon on Saturday, despite an extension of the truce between the two countries.Israel says it is targeting Hezbollah but the strikes were preceded by an evacuation warning covering nine villages.And the continuing bombardment has only increased scepticism about the truce among the many thousands of Lebanese driven from their homes in the south.
(2026-05-17). Israel kills at least five in Lebanon after 'ceasefire' extended. aljazeera.com At least five people have been killed in Israeli air attacks on several locations in southern and eastern Lebanon.
(2026-05-17). Lebanon says Israeli strikes kill 7 as Hezbollah condemns talks. newarab.com 
Israeli strikes killed killed seven people in Lebanon on Sunday, including an Islamic Jihad commander, Lebanese authorities and state media said, despite a fragile ceasefire as The health ministry published a "preliminary toll" for Israel's strikes on Sunday, with three people killed in the town of Tayr Felsay, including a child, and two killed in the town of Tayr Debba, including another child. | It said 11 people were wounded in those strikes and four more were wounded i…
(2026-05-17). Israel strikes kill at least 7 in Lebanon as Hezbollah denounces US-brokered talks. scmp.com Israeli strikes killed seven people in Lebanon on Sunday, including an Islamic Jihad commander, Lebanese authorities and state media said, despite a fragile ceasefire as Hezbollah called US-brokered talks between the two countries a "dead end". | The health ministry published a "preliminary toll" for Israel's strikes on Sunday, with three people killed in the town of Tayr Felsay, including a child, and two killed in the town of Tayr Debba, including another child.
(2026-05-17). 'They're wiping us out' church leader warns about young West Papuans killed in escalating conflict. asiapacificreport.nz By Johnny Blades, RNZ Pacific senior journalist A West Papuan church leader has warned that ongoing killings of young Papuans allegedly by Indonesian security forces have the hallmark of genocide. Since the start of the year there has been no stop to violent incidents in the Indonesian-ruled Papua region known internationally as West Papua. Indonesia's…
(2026-05-17). Statement on 78th Anniversary of the Ongoing Nakba: Our People Have Proven that They Are Prepared to Go Further than the World Expects for Liberation and Return. orinocotribune.com By Palestinian Alternative Revolutionary Path Movement — May 15, 2026 | Seventy-eight years have passed since the Palestinian Nakba: the displacement, uprooting, massacres, Zionist settler-colonialism, and attempts to erase Palestine from history, geography, and consciousness. Yet our Palestinian people have proven, time and again, that the will of free peoples is stronger than all projects of genocide and oppression. | Despite massacres, siege, wars and displacement, the Palestinian people, together with all the free people of the world, continue to impose their just national cause upon the world through th…
(2026-05-17). War in Middle East: latest developments. al-monitor.com Here are the latest developments in the Middle East war: – No US concessions -Iranian media said Washington had failed to make any concrete concessions in its latest response to Iran's proposed agenda for negotiations to end the war. The Mehr news agency said: "The United States, offering no tangible concessions, wants to obtain concessions that it failed to obtain during the war, which will lead to an impasse in the negotiations." – Drone strike outside UAE nuclear plant -…
(2026-05-17). After UAE and Iran scares, Massive fire erupts at IDF base in Negev near Israel's nuclear heartland. hindustantimes.com Reports of escalating regional tensions across the Middle East have raised fresh concerns after alleged drone strikes, explosions, and fires near sensitive military and energy infrastructure. Incidents reportedly include a fire at an Israeli military base in the Negev Desert, alongside unverified claims linking the region to critical strategic facilities. Separately, Iranian authorities have described controlled explosions in parts of Isfahan, while earlier reports suggested a drone strike near the Barakah nuclear plant in the UAE. Officials across affected regions have issued statements downplaying damage, but s…
(2026-05-17). Pezeshkian's Diplomacy: Iran Balances Resistance, Regional Outreach and Global Pressure. ummid.com Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian has sharpened Tehran's diplomatic messaging amid escalating tensions in the Strait of Hormuz and mounting pressure from the United States.
(2026-05-17). Strait of Hormuz 'open' except for enemies, as new Iran insurance regulatory plan touted. asiapacificreport.nz 
Asia Pacific Report Iran says the Strait of Hormuz is "open to all except its adversaries", and any passage through the trajectory of this significant chokepoint should be coordinated with the Iranian military, reports AL Jazeera. Sources say the number of ships transiting through the strait has slightly increased, but is still very low compared…
(2026-05-17). Iraq exported 10 million barrels of oil through Hormuz in April. newarab.com 
The closure of the Strait of Hormuz due to the US-Israeli war on Iran has curtailed oil exports from Saudi Arabia, the
(2026-05-17). 'Calm before the storm': Trump shares cryptic post amid reports of potential fresh strikes. ptcnews.tv PTC News Desk: US President Donald Trump on Sunday posted a cryptic message on his social media platform Truth Social asserting "It Was The Calm Before The Storm," alongside an AI-generated image that appeared to signal rising tensions around Iran and the Strait of Hormuz crisis. | The image, shared on Donald Trump's social media account, showed him wearing a "Make America Great Again" cap while standing aboard a US Navy vessel with a naval officer. The background featured rough seas, lightning, and Iranian ships.
(2026-05-17). Alexander Zevin: Trump's Gulf War. newleftreview.org Asymmetries of the US-Israeli assault on Iran, as an uneasy balance holds between Tehran's tourniquet on the Strait of Hormuz—and the world economy—and the enormous firepower of the aggressors, at the end of the first round.
(2026-05-17). Trump's China Visit and Xie Feng's Taiwan Narrative Explained. moderndiplomacy.eu The interview given by Chinese Ambassador to Washington Xie Feng to Newsweek on May 5, 2026, represents a pivotal moment in the ongoing Sino-American war of words over Taiwan. Xie, who assumed his post in May 2023, employed a clever, albeit controversial, historical analogy, reminding Americans of the American Civil War (1861-1865) to legitimize Beijing's …
(2026-05-17). Xi, Trump have private meeting in Beijing. ecns.cn Chinese President Xi Jinping and U.S. President Donald Trump had a private meeting on Friday in the Zhongnanhai leadership compound in central Beijing.
(2026-05-17). Trump wraps up China visit, leaves Beijing. ecns.cn U.S. President Donald Trump left Beijing on Friday afternoon, concluding his state visit to China.
(2026-05-17). Xi, Trump reach series of new common understandings: China's foreign ministry. ecns.cn Chinese President Xi Jinping and U.S. President Donald Trump had an in-depth exchange of views on major issues concerning the two countries and the world and reached a series of new common understandings, a Chinese foreign ministry spokesperson said Friday.
(2026-05-17). US President Donald Trump arrives in China to a rousing welcome. ummid.com U.S. President Donald Trump Wednesday May 13, 2026 arrived in the Chinese capital Beijing where senior officials and hundreds of school students were present to greet him.
(2026-05-17). US says Iran-backed militia commander planned Jewish site attacks. al-monitor.com US authorities on Friday detailed charges against a commander of an Iran-backed Iraqi militia who was allegedly involved in plotting terrorism against Jewish people in Europe, Canada and the United States. Mohammad Baqer Saad Dawood Al-Saadi, 32, is said to have directed and urged others to attack US and Israeli interests, and to kill Americans and Jews, in retaliation for the war against Iran.He was identified as a senior figure in Kataeb Hezbollah, a US-designated foreign terrorist organization linked to Iran's Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC).
(2026-05-17). After the Iran War: Seven Dynamics That Will Define the New Middle East. moderndiplomacy.eu Every major war in the Middle East has left the region permanently altered in ways that nobody fully anticipated at the time. The 1948 Arab-Israeli war created a refugee crisis whose consequences are still being negotiated seventy-eight years later. The 1979 Islamic Revolution in Iran reorganized the entire regional security architecture around a new fault …
(2026-05-17). Israeli officials say 50% chance of renewed war with Iran. newarab.com 
(2026-05-17). Explained: Multi-dimensional Implications of US/Israel War on Iran. ummid.com Far from reviving American supremacy, the Iran conflict exposed the limits of coercive power in an age where history is no longer shaped by a single empire, but by competing centres of influence struggling to define a new world order.
(2026-05-17). FIFA says held positive talks with Iran's FA ahead of World Cup. newarab.com 
(2026-05-17). Cuba thanks BRICS for statement demanding U.S. end the blockade. radiohc.cu The Government of Cuba expressed its "sincere gratitude" to the BRICS member countries for their statements rejecting the blockade imposed by the United States on the Caribbean island, made within the framework of the bloc's XVIII Meeting of Foreign Ministers, held in India. | In a message posted on its social media, the Cuban Ministry of Foreign Affairs stated that paragraph 19 of the Declaration of the Indian Pro Tempore Presidency condemns the imposition of unilateral coercive measures, particularly the application of so-called "secondary sanctions" of a distinctly extraterritorial nature, such as those contai…
(2026-05-17). Solidarity group from the United States welcomed in Cuba. radiohc.cu The local branch of the Cuban Institute of Friendship with the Peoples (ICAP) welcomed a group of American activists from the organization Code Pink on Saturday, who began a solidarity visit to the island. | The group will carry out a program of activities in this northeastern province until May 21st, with the aim of strengthening ties of friendship and learning about the realities of the Caribbean nation. | During the welcoming ceremony, the visitors expressed their rejection of the hostile policies of the United States government, as well as the economic sanctions and unilateral coercive measures applied agains…
(2026-05-17). Cuba celebrates International Day Against Homophobia and Transphobia. radiohc.cu With the international slogan "At the Heart of Democracy," and the message that in Cuba love is law, the International Day Against Homophobia, Transphobia, and Biphobia is celebrated this May 17th. | The date, established by the United Nations, seeks to raise awareness of the violence and discrimination still suffered by people in the LGBTIQ+ community worldwide. | The anniversary commemorates the day in 1990 when the World Health Organization (WHO) removed homosexuality from its list of mental illnesses, a decisive step towards the depathologization of diverse identities. Since then, the day has become a global…
(2026-05-17). Cuba and India discuss historic bilateral ties. radiohc.cu During their participation in the BRICS Foreign Ministers' Meeting, Bruno Rodríguez Parrilla, Cuban Foreign Minister, and Rahul Gandhi, leader of the Indian National Congress, discussed the historic relations between the two countries and the progress made in various economic, trade, cooperation, and investment sectors. | The meeting with the Indian leader was part of the Cuban Foreign Minister's busy diplomatic agenda in New Delhi this week, which included a meeting with Prime Minister Narendra Modi, where he reaffirmed Cuba's commitment to continue strengthening bilateral ties in various sectors. | Through his…
(2026-05-17). Holguín recibe a grupo solidario de Estados Unidos. radiohc.cu La delegación local del Instituto Cubano de Amistad con los Pueblos (ICAP) recibió este sábado a un grupo de activistas estadounidenses de la organización Code Pink, quienes iniciaron una visita de solidaridad. | El colectivo cumplimentará un programa de actividades en esta provincia nororiental hasta el próximo 21 de mayo, con el objetivo de estrechar los lazos de hermandad y conocer la realidad del país caribeño. | Durante el recibimiento, los visitantes manifestaron su rechazo a la política hostil del Gobierno de los Estados Unidos, así como a las sanciones económicas y las medidas coercitivas unilaterales apl…
(2026-05-17). May 17th: Anniversary of Agrarian Reform Law in Cuba and celebration for those who work the land. radiohc.cu Cuba celebrates el Dia del Campesino — Farmers' Day — on May 17th, a day that honors those who, with effort, perseverance, and love for the land, sustain agricultural production and work tirelessly to achieve food sovereignty. | This date commemorates the promulgation of the Agrarian Reform Law in 1959, a law that aimed to transform the lives of thousands of families by guaranteeing them access to land and the right to cultivate it. | Before the reform, most of the land was concentrated in large estates, and farmers survived in vulnerable situations marked by inequalities and dependencies of all kinds…
(2026-05-17). Gaza health officials say Israeli strikes, gunfire kill five. newarab.com 
Despite "Five martyrs have been brought to hospitals as a result of Israeli strikes today so far in the Gaza Strip," sai…
(2026-05-17). Israel kills three Palestinians in strike on an aid kitchen in Gaza. aljazeera.com Israel bombed a kitchen that provided meals to the displaced in Gaza, killing three and injuring others.
(2026-05-17). Israel says close to killing all architects of October 7 attack. scmp.com Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said on Sunday that Israel had almost completed a key goal of the war in Gaza — eliminating all those responsible for orchestrating the attack on October 7, 2023. | His remarks followed the Israeli military's announcement that Ezzedine al-Haddad, commander of Hamas' armed wing, had been killed in an air strike in Gaza on Friday.
(2026-05-17). Nancy Fraser: Gaza as World Event. newleftreview.org The global reverberations of Israel's destruction of Gaza, understood as world event—an epochal turning point which serves to reveal the changing nature of the times. Philosophical reflections on the rise of a new-era McCarthyism in Germany and the US.
(2026-05-17). Eurovision 2026 Results: Bulgaria Takes Victory. moderndiplomacy.eu Bulgaria won the Eurovision Song Contest for the first time, with Dara's song "Bangaranga," which avoids political themes, taking the top spot. The contest was affected by a boycott from five countries protesting Israel's participation due to its military actions in Gaza following the October 7 Hamas attack. Notably, Spain, the Netherlands, Ireland, Iceland, and …
(2026-05-17). Israeli Military Kills 14 Palestinians in Gaza Over Three Days as It Continues Constant Ceasefire Violations. news.antiwar.com Israeli attacks in Gaza have killed at least 14 Palestinians over the past three days, according to numbers from Gaza's Health Ministry, as the IDF continues its constant violations of the US-backed Gaza ceasefire deal that was signed in October 2025. The Health Ministry said on Saturday that it recorded the Israeli killing of 12 …
(2026-05-17). Gaza is integral part of Palestine, any arrangements must be temporary: Palestinian president. ecns.cn Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas affirmed on Thursday that the Gaza Strip is an integral part of the State of Palestine and that any transitional arrangements must be temporary and not infringe upon the unity of Palestinian territory.
(2026-05-17). Bulgaria wins Eurovision Song Contest, amid protests over Gaza. newarab.com 
Bulgaria wins the 70th Dara, who was declared the winner early Sunday, was not among the favourites ahead of the show but gained traction during Eurovision week with her high-energy and highly choreographed dancing on the catchy floor-filler "Bangaranga".
(2026-05-17). Eurovision Boycotters Turn to Father Ted, Raphael and Gaza Documentaries. moderndiplomacy.eu Broadcasters boycotting the Eurovision final due to Israel's participation plan to show alternatives like reruns of "Father Ted," an alternative music show with Spanish artist Raphael, or documentaries about Gaza. This year's contest has faced criticism due to the ongoing conflict in Gaza, leading broadcasters from Ireland, Spain, the Netherlands, Slovenia, and Iceland to withdraw, …
(2026-05-17). Spanish star Javier Bardem says on Gaza. al-monitor.com Outspoken Spanish star Javier Bardem told AFP he was "getting more work than ever" despite his public campaigning against Israel's war in Gaza, something he attributed to "the narrative changing" around the conflict. At the last Oscars ceremony in February, the openly political star of "No Country for Old Men" used his time presenting the award for best international feature film to state: "No to war and a free Palestine."
(2026-05-17). Israel says Hamas armed wing chief killed in Gaza strike. al-monitor.com Israel said Saturday it had killed Hamas armed wing chief Ezzedine Al-Haddad in an airstrike in Gaza the previous day, describing him as a key architect of the October 7 attacks.Since Hamas's October 7, 2023 cross-border assault, the Israeli military and intelligence services have waged a campaign targeting the group's senior political leaders and militant commanders in Gaza and across the region.The military said Friday it had carried out an airstrike in Gaza targeting Haddad, before confirming his death on Saturday.
(2026-05-17). Hamas seeks direct meeting with Fatah on 'national strategy' after 8th general conference. ecns.cn GAZA, May 14 ⚪ Hamas on Thursday called for a direct meeting with the Palestinian National Liberation Movementon a joint"national strategy"after the conclusion of Fatahs eighth general conference.
(2026-05-17). Israel's PM says close to killing all architects of October 7 attack. scmp.com Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said on Sunday that Israel had almost completed a key goal of the war in Gaza — eliminating all those responsible for orchestrating the October 7 attack. | His remarks followed the Israeli military's announcement that Ezzedine al-Haddad, commander of Hamas' armed wing, had been killed in an air strike in Gaza on Friday.
(2026-05-17). Deputy Minister of Anti-Blockade Policies: Venezuela Is Recovering from 11 Years of US Sanctions. orinocotribune.com The Venezuelan Deputy Minister for Anti-Blockade Policies William Castillo said that the Venezuelan economy is in a gradual process of recovery from the damage caused by 11 years of US unilateral coercive measures—the so-called sanctions—which continue to negatively impact the population. He clarified, however, that these sanctions have not been lifted; rather, some of their effects have been mitigated through a series of licenses issued by the US Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC). | "The sanctions caused a 98% drop in the country's income between 2015 and 2020, meaning that for every $100 that…
(2026-05-17). World Bank Delegation Meets With Venezuela's Acting President Delcy Rodríguez. orinocotribune.com Caracas ( The meeting, held on Friday, May 15, marks a strategic step toward the stabilization of the Venezuelan economy. It is part of a complex diplomatic approach launched by the Venezuelan government following the January 3 US invasion of Venezuela, in which President Nicolás Maduro and his wife, Deputy Cilia Flor…
(2026-05-17). Israeli Troops Advance into Southwest Syria to 'Investigate Shepherds'. news.antiwar.com Israeli forces continue to operate militarily in southwestern Syria, though exactly what they are attempting to accomplish is increasingly uncertain, with raids into Quneitra and Daraa Governorates involving ill-defined investigations of random homes or people. The weekend operation was near the town of Jamleh, and saw Israeli troops enter Syria to capture a group of …
(2026-05-17). Swatch-Audemars Piguet watch launch ignites global chaos, tear gas fired in Paris. scmp.com The launch of limited edition Swatch watches descended into chaos on Saturday in several European cities and New York, with French police firing tear gas to restore order at one store near Paris. | Hundreds of people waited through the night — and in some cases for several days — hoping to get their hands on the "Royal Pop" timepieces, made in collaboration with luxury watchmaker Audemars Piguet.
(2026-05-17). China clones six high-yield dairy goats in livestock breeding breakthrough. ecns.cn Chinese researchers have cloned six high-yield dairy goats for the first time, marking a breakthrough that could help accelerate livestock breeding and improve domestic dairy production, according to Northwest A&F University.
(2026-05-17). UPSC Civil Services Prelims Admit Card 2026: Link, Steps to Download. ummid.com The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) is releasing on its official website 'upsc.gov.in' the admit card (hall ticket also called as e-admit card) of the candidates who have registered for the Civil Services Preliminary Exams 2026.
(2026-05-17). The photographer who got away the day Danny Kaye was front page news. independentaustralia.net 
(2026-05-17). 'Bad Blues' Report Names Six House Democrats Deserving of Primary Challenges. indybay.org A national group with more than 1 million online supporters today named six Democrats in the House who deserve to be "primaried" by progressive challengers.
(2026-05-17). WHYY Newscast for Sunday 8:00 a.m. whyy.org The latest local headlines from WHYY…
(2026-05-17). Hiker killed in attack by herd of cows in Austrian Alps. scmp.com A 67-year-old hiker has died after being attacked by a herd of cows in Austria, authorities said, in the latest fatal incident involving livestock in the Alps. | The woman was attacked by what police described as a "mid-double-digit number" of cows in a pasture in the alpine district of Lienz in East Tyrol on Sunday afternoon. Her 65-year-old husband was also seriously injured.
(2026-05-17). Advanced manufacturing showcases nation's industrial prowess. ecns.cn Ahead of the May Day holiday, more than 4,000 international car dealers traveled to Wuhu in East China's Anhui province, home to the headquarters of Chinese automaker Chery. For many, the visit was a firsthand look at the dynamism of China's manufacturing sector.
(2026-05-17). Saturday 5/16: San José…Billionaires ruin EVERYTHING! indybay.org Winchester Shopping Center sign | 3137 Stevens Creek Blvd, San José…
(2026-05-17). PHA and NAMI host songwriting workshop for Philadelphia youth during Mental Health Awareness Month. whyy.org 
From Philly and the Pa. suburbs to South Jersey and Delaware, what would you like WHYY News to cover? Children gathered around a table at the Philadelphia Housing Authority's North Philadelphia office and shouted out things that made them feel happy as they worked together to write songs about their emotions. | The songwriting workshop, hosted by the Philadelphia Housing Authority and the National Alliance on Mental Illness, aimed to give Philadelphia youth a creative outlet to express themselves and talk openly about mental health. | Ashley Murray, youth peer navigator for…
(2026-05-17). Arnold urges Iraq to show fighting spirit at upcoming World Cup. newarab.com 
(2026-05-17). Youth must help to shape government – Mhlauli. sanews.gov.za Youth must help to shape government – Mhlauli | Deputy Minister in the Presidency Nonceba Mhlauli has called on young South Africans to take an active role in shaping government and the country's future, declaring them "not just leaders of tomorrow, but changemakers today". | Speaking at the Seventh-day Adventist Community Day held in Maragon Mooikloof, Pretoria, Mhlauli said young people play a very important role in shaping government, society, and the future of the nation. | She emphasised that South Africa's youth, estimated at around 21 million people between the ages of 15 and 34, make up more than a third…
(2026-05-17). Today's interview on News X World (India) relating to Kiev's latest deadly massive drone attack on the Moscow region. gilbertdoctorow.com See minutes 21 — 28…
(2026-05-17). Providers No Longer: What Men Can Learn From Aurat March. muslimskeptic.com There are many celebrations that are held annually in Pakistan, such as the two Eids, Pakistani Independence Day, days on which the Pakistani military globally humiliated India, etc. However, alongside all of these, there is a certain strange event that has popped up and has been recurring for some years now, and that is the …
(2026-05-17). Governments Love Secrecy, But the World's Major Problems Are Not Secret. warisacrime.org I've been reading Truth and Consequence: Reflections on Catastrophe, Civil Resistance, and Hope. It's a collections of things Daniel Ellsberg wrote and didn't publish. I come to it having read what he did publish, having spoken with him about some of it, having debated him — publicly and privately — on some of it, and …
(2026-05-17). Italian PM Giorgia Meloni meets victims of Modena car incident. scmp.com Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni on Sunday visited people wounded by a driver with a history of mental health problems who ran over several pedestrians in northern city of Modena. | Hundreds gathered in the evening at the call of the city's mayor to "unite against those who want to divide and sow hatred" after some far-right politicians tried to tie the incident to immigration.
(2026-05-17). California's 2025 Wolf Population Rises 10%, Successful Breeding Pairs Decline. indybay.org SAN FRANCISCO, May 14, 2026 — California's wolf population grew by 10% in 2025, with a total of nine packs by the end of December, according to a report released today by the state Department of Fish and Wildlife. The number of successful breeding wolf pairs declined, the report said.
(2026-05-17). DRC struggling to contain Ebola outbreak as cases spread. aljazeera.com The Democratic Republic of Congo has faced repeated Ebola outbreaks.
(2026-05-17). JEE Advanced 2026 Admit Card: Steps, Link to Download. ummid.com IIT Roorkee is releasing the Admit Card and Hall Ticket of the candidates, who have successfully registered for the IIT JEE Advanced 2026, on its official website 'jeeadv.ac.in'.
(2026-05-17). Around 10 'new' victims emerge in France's expanding Epstein probe. scmp.com Around 10 "new" suspected victims have come forward in a French investigation into the network of the late US sex offender Jeffrey Epstein, a prosecutor said on Sunday. | France opened a human trafficking investigation after the US Justice Department in January released the latest cache of files from the investigation into the disgraced financier, who died in prison in 2019 while facing charges of trafficking underage girls for sex.
(2026-05-17). Eid al Adha 2026: Dhul Hijjah Moon Sighting in Saudi Arabia Saturday. ummid.com Muslims in Saudi Arabia are gearinf up to sight the Dhul Hijjah Moon on Saturday, the 29th day of the month of Dhu al Qi'dah 1447 corresponding to May 16, 2026, to confirm Eid al Adha 2026 and Hajj 1447H date.
(2026-05-17). Portugal gov't approves landmark labor reform bill. ecns.cn LISBON, May 14 ⚪ Portugals Council of Ministers on Thursday approved a sweeping overhaul of the countrys labor legislation, sending the draft law to parliament after nine months of negotiations with trade unions and business groups.
(2026-05-17). Tunisians rally amid economic crisis and political arrests. aljazeera.com Hundreds of Tunisians have marched through the capital to denounce a worsening economic crisis and crackdown on dissent.
(2026-05-17). Mid-air collision at air show downs 2 US Navy jets; crews eject safely. scmp.com All four crew members ejected safely after two US Navy jets collided on Sunday during an air show at the Mountain Home Air Force Base in western Idaho, officials said. | The collision and subsequent crash involved two US Navy EA-18 Growlers from the Electronic Attack Squadron 129 in Whidbey Island, Washington, said Commander Amelia Umayam, spokesperson for Naval Air Forces, US Pacific Fleet.
(2026-05-17). KEAM 2026 Result: Link, Steps to Check. ummid.com The Office of the Commissioner for Entrance Examinations (CEE) Government of Kerala is declaring the result of KEAM 2026 — the entrance exam held for admission in Engineering and Pharmacy courses on its official website cee.kerala.gov.in.
(2026-05-17). High-quality development of China's service sector to boost industry, benefit people. ecns.cn In the first quarter of this year, the value-added output of China's service industry accounted for 61.7 percent of GDP and contributed 63.2 percent to the country's economic growth, cementing its status as the largest pillar of the national economy, official data showed.
(2026-05-17). Sudanese army advances in Blue Nile state deepen displacement crisis. aljazeera.com The Sudanese army has made advances in Blue Nile state, with renewed fighting forcing families into overcrowded camps…
(2026-05-17). Norway arrests Chinese man for spying, interior security service says. scmp.com Norway's interior security service, PST, said on Sunday a Chinese man had been arrested in the country's north for spying, just weeks after a Chinese woman was arrested suspected of spying on satellite data. | The suspect was arrested on Friday by the Nordland police district, Eirik Veum, PST's media spokesman, told Agence France-Presse.
(2026-05-17). Richard Overy: Rethinking The Second World War. newleftreview.org Interviewed by Tom Stevenson, one of Britain's leading historians discusses the development of his understanding of the war as a terminal clash between imperial-colonial systems, built on close analysis of its interrelated military, political and economic dimensions.
(2026-05-17). TN CM Joseph Vijay promises Secular state based on Social Justice. ummid.com Soon after taking oath as the new Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu, Actor C Joseph Vijay promised a Secular state based on Social Justice.
(2026-05-17). Why set a limit for Hong Kong's ride-hailing services? scmp.com Hong Kong should not limit the number of vehicles licensed to provide ride-hailing services. In particular, every owner of an electric vehicle that complies with the regulations should, in principle, be able to obtain one on demand by paying the required fee. | Normal market forces, together with fees and other licensing requirements, will be sufficient to strike the right balance.
(2026-05-17). UN calls for probe into abuse of Palestinian detainees. newarab.com 
The UN human rights office on Saturday called for independent investigations into allegations of widespread In a statement, spokesperson Thameen al-Kheetan said torture and abuse are being carried out systematically against Palestinian prisoners, according to Palestinian news agency WAFA. | Al-Kheetan specified the abuse includes rape and gender based v…
(2026-05-17). U.S. martial arts enthusiast makes the right moves. ecns.cn Wearing a loose-sleeved training uniform with a flowing black beard and a topknot tied up with a hairpin, Pinnick, 36, from the United States, told an unusual story of "Becoming Chinese".
(2026-05-17). Prosecutors seek death penalty for US man charged with killing Israeli embassy staffers. al-monitor.com Prosecutors said Friday that they will seek the death penalty for a Chicago man charged with fatally shooting two Israeli embassy staffers in the US capital last year.Elias Rodriguez was arrested immediately after the May 21 shooting of Yaron Lischinsky, 30, and his fiancee, Sarah Milgrim, 26, outside the Capital Jewish Museum in Washington.US Attorney Jeanine Pirro said in a court filing that prosecutors will seek the death penalty for Rodriguez, who faces murder, firearms and hate crime charges.
(2026-05-17). AI drives boom in one-person companies nationwide. ecns.cn As artificial intelligence tools become cheaper, smarter and easier to use, they are helping more Chinese entrepreneurs turn personal expertise and online followings into one-person companies (OPCs), building lean businesses powered by digital platforms and AI-driven productivity.
(2026-05-17). Fertilizer, Energy and Liebig's Law of the Minimum. resourceinsights.blogspot.com The | loss of fertilizer shipments coming from the Persian Gulf as a | result of the Iran war got me thinking about the chemist Justus | von Liebig, a prominent 19th century proponent of the mineral theory | of plant nutrition. Liebig is the popularizer of what is now known as | Liebig's Law of the Minimum. The law states that the least available | essential nutrient limits the growth of plants. This means once a grower | runs out of…
(2026-05-17). Crypto.com gets license to receive taxes, other govt payments in UAE. ummid.com Crypto.com has become the first Virtual Asset Service Provider (VASP) to get the UAE license to receive taxes and other government payments.
(2026-05-17). The lost art of letter writing. tribune.com.pk 
Recently, while cleaning up some old stuff in my parents' room, we discovered some old letters kept meticulously in their respective envelopes and then stashed together in a large envelope. Thinking that they might be some important correspondence, they were carefully handled only to discover that they were odd letters family members had written to each other—brother to brother, sister to sister, son to father and mother—and had been preserved carefully through decades as mementos, though the subject of any of them was not significant, just family chit chat and updates on each other. | Going throug…
(2026-05-17). Actor Imran Khan opens up about the joys, quiet struggles of being a single father. tribune.com.pk 
Actor Imran Khan made a rare public appearance, featuring in an interview on fellow actor Parineeti Chopra's show Mom Talks, speaking candidly about his life as a single father and the emotional challenges that come with parenting. | Sharing a heartfelt perspective, Imran said that parenthood, for him, was not merely a responsibility but an honour and privilege, as it allows him precious time with his daughter. | View this post on Instagram | Imran shares daughter Imara with his ex-wife Avantika Malik. The former couple welcomed their daughter in June 2014 before separating in 2019. Despite the split, Imran re…
(2026-05-17). German police kill escaped tiger, animal handler seriously injured. scmp.com German police shot dead a tiger that escaped from a private facility near the eastern city of Leipzig, with a 73-year-old man seriously injured in the incident, authorities said on Sunday. | Police said the man was inside the enclosure when the animal broke free in Schkeuditz, on the outskirts of Leipzig. | He was described as a volunteer authorised to be on the premises and was taken to hospital with serious injuries.
(2026-05-17). Chinese-made collectibles gain popularity among young consumers at Changchun expo. ecns.cn Original Chinese-made collectibles inspired by mythology, gaming and science fiction drew strong interest from young consumers at a model toy expo that opened in Changchun this week.
(2026-05-17). CTET Sept 2026 registration starts, Apply before June 10. ummid.com Online registration and application process for the 22nd edition of the Central Teaching Eligibility Test (CTET) September 2026 to be conducted by the Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) has started through the official website 'ctet.nic.in'.
(2026-05-17). High School Students Expose Lies About OAK Explansion Plans. indybay.org Students call on Port Commissioners to de-certify Environmental Report based on false information.
(2026-05-17). London hate march sees anti-Muslim rhetoric and niqab mockery. newarab.com 
(2026-05-17). Behind PM Modi's Austerity Appeal. ummid.com Prime Minister Narendra Modi's appeal for austerity, urging families to cut back on personal spending and edible oil consumption amid high fuel prices and global conflicts, is purely an act of letting down the middle class.
(2026-05-17). Comoros suspends fuel price hikes after deadly protests. newarab.com 
The announcement came after one person was killed and five were injured in confrontations between protesters and security forces on the island of Anjouan. | "The government and President Azali (Assoumani) heard the cries of the Comorian people. There was no other solution than to listen to them. The goal is to preserve peace," Energy Minister…
(2026-05-17). Trump holds prayer rally to 'rededicate' US as 'one nation under God'. aljazeera.com Critics have denounced the event as a blurring of the separation of church and state mandated by the US Constitution.
(2026-05-17). R12bn allocated to water infrastructure grants. sanews.gov.za R12bn allocated to water infrastructure grants | An amount of R12.3 billion has been allocated to infrastructure grants to fund 70 bulk water projects and 341 water services initiatives across all provinces, as government intensifies efforts to stabilise struggling municipal systems. | Presenting the Budget Vote for the Department of Water and Sanitation (DWS) in Parliament on Friday, Minister Pemmy Majodina announced that the funding will be channelled through the Regional Bulk Infrastructure Grant (RBIG) and the Water Services Infrastructure Grant (WSIG). | The Minister said RBIG will fund 70 bulk infrastructur…
(2026-05-17). Trump's War on Iran Is a Symptom of Unchecked US Military Power. progressivehub.net GEORGE YANCY | TRUTHOUT…
(2026-05-17). Government launches water anti-corruption drive. sanews.gov.za Government launches water anti-corruption drive | The Minister of Water and Sanitation, Pemmy Majodina, has announced the establishment of a national Water Sector Anti-Corruption Forum as part of intensified efforts to combat crime, corruption and sabotage within South Africa's water sector. | Presenting the department's Budget Vote in Parliament on Friday, Majodina identified water mafias – organised criminal networks engaged in crime, corruption and sabotage of water infrastructure – as one of the central threats to water service delivery. | "One of the focus areas on the National Water Action Plan is the fight…
(2026-05-17). OpenAI Daybreak thrown open for users. ummid.com AI giant OpenAI Tuesday May 12, 2026 introduced a new cybersecurity tool named 'Daybreak', which directly rivals Anthropic and its Project Glasswing cybersecurity efforts.
(2026-05-17). SEIU1021 SF Workers & Clients Rally to Stop Killing Cuts by Mayor Lurie at Health Centers. indybay.org SEIU 1021 SF healthcare workers and clients from community healthcare centers rallied at the Southeast Mission Geriatric clinic to protest the layoffs and closures of the facilities and the effect on the clients.
(2026-05-17). Trump Undecided on Moving Forward $14 Billion Arms Package for Taiwan After Talks With Xi. news.antiwar.com President Trump has said he's undecided on moving forward with a massive $14 billion package of arms deals for Taiwan following his visit to Beijing and talks with Chinese President Xi Jinping. "I'll make a determination over the next fairly short period. I'm gonna make a determination," Trump told reporters on Air Force One as …
(2026-05-17). Exchange programs offer youths firsthand experience. ecns.cn University students from the United States are making rubbings from inscriptions on wooden tablets. They carefully apply ink and press paper to create prints, experiencing the intangible cultural heritage firsthand.
(2026-05-17). Should you trust AI for everything? tribune.com.pk 
From diagnosing symptoms and planning diets to deciding what to cook for dinner or what to gift a friend, Artificial Intelligence (AI) has moved into roles once reserved for medical practitioners or trusted confidants and, stranger still, for companionship itself. At the same time, it has become the first stop for life's random questions: Türkiye?" and "Who invented the telephone?" to "How many calories are in an egg?" "How do I write a resignation letter?" "Why is my phone not charging?" or "How can I lose weight?" | This increasing variety of queries shows how deeply AI is embedding itself in our daily…
(2026-05-17). Keir Starmer set to face reality and step down finally. thecanary.co 
The UK is in an unusual situation in which everyone understands Keir Starmer is no longer PM except Keir Starmer himself. This is a problem, because Starmer is unfortunately the only person who can remove Starmer from office. Thankfully, though, there are now signs he's planning to join us all here in reality. As Labour […] | By
(2026-05-17). Saturday 5/16: All Roads Lead to the South: Watch Party for Selma Movie. indybay.org Mountain View, 94043…
(2026-05-17). British MP resigns, paving way for possible Starmer challenger's return to Westminster. ecns.cn Josh Simons, a British Labour member of parliament (MP), resigned on Thursday so that Mayor of Greater Manchester Andy Burnham could replace him in his constituency through a by-election.
(2026-05-17). Dollar trap: Washington's bid to keep the Gulf in line. strategic-culture.su The story Washington wants you to believe is simple. The Iran war broke the Persian Gulf's economy, and the US is throwing its allies a lifeline. The Wall Street Journal (WSJ) called the proposed UAE dollar swap line a financial backstop. The Financial Times (FT) called it a rescue. CNBC called it a bailout. The real question is who gets access to the Fed's gates, and on what political terms.
(2026-05-17). British daily reveals when UK PM Keir Starmer will exit Westminister as political pressure mounts. hindustantimes.com UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer is reportedly considering stepping down, triggering fresh turmoil at the top of British politics. According to a report by journalist Dan Hodges, citing an unnamed cabinet minister, Starmer "understands the political reality". Pressure on Starmer has intensified sharply after four ministers resigned on May 11, even as he publicly insists he will not quit. Starmer became prime minister in 2024, the UK's fifth premier since the 2016 Brexit vote, in a period of almost continuous political instability in which no prime minister has completed a full term since David Cameron.
(2026-05-17). Nathan Sperber: Beyond Neoliberalism? newleftreview.org Investigating the persistence—or retreat—of capital's great prog ≠rammatic offensive, along its many fronts: ideological struggle, policy prescription, macro-regulation of economic life, class direction. A multi-dimensional analysis of an uneven condition.
(2026-05-17). China achieves successful batch cloning of super high-yield dairy goats. ecns.cn Chinese scientists have successfully cloned six super high-yield dairy goats in Northwest China's Shaanxi province, marking the country's first successful batch cloning of such animals and a major breakthrough in dairy goat breeding technology.
(2026-05-17). As support for Israel declines in the U.S., the 'Special Relationship 2.0' is starting to take shape. mondoweiss.net 
Benjamin Netanyahu and his allies in Congress have begun calling for an end to U.S. aid to Israel, but this won't end the "special relationship" between the two countries. In fact, recent signs suggest it may only deepen U.S. military ties to Israel.
(2026-05-17). Labour Party leadership challenge — Starmer's successors change nothing. thecanary.co 
The Labour Party, once the obvious vehicle for working class hopes, now resembles a clapped-out Ford Escort, abandoned on the hard shoulder of history. The wheels are missing, the engine is on fire, and the driver is insisting everything is on track for change. With Keir Starmer on the brink — cabinet ministers whispering exit […] | By
(2026-05-17). Ukraine drones kill four as Moscow faces biggest attack in year. newarab.com 
At least four people were killed, including three in the A fourth person was killed in the
(2026-05-17). 'Auction, Not Exam': Rahul Gandhi on NEET UG 2026 Paper Leak Reports. ummid.com Leader of Opposition (LoP) Rahul Gandhi Tuesday slammed the Narendra Modi government over the reports of NEET UG 2026 paper leak saying the medical entrance exam is 'not an exam any more but has become 'auction'.
(2026-05-17). Guardian: "Declare climate crisis a global public health emergency, experts tell WHO" wattsupwiththat.com "… Far from being a fading priority or fake news, climate change poses an immediate and long-term threat …"
(2026-05-17). Modest fashion's global turn. aljazeera.com From Instagram to Paris catwalks, modest fashion is booming as the global Muslim market heads toward $433bn by 2028.
(2026-05-17). "The Forever Prisoner" : Abu Zubaydah's testimony from Guantánamo Bay. wsws.org Zubaydah's international lawyer, Helen Duffy, explained how he has been held in arbitrary detention for 24 years without charge, trial, or judicial review and subjected to torture.
(2026-05-17). Major routes reopen in W Cape after severe weather. sanews.gov.za Major routes reopen in W Cape after severe weather | Major national routes in the Western Cape, including the N1 and N2, have been reopened and are operating close to normal capacity following recent severe weather, signalling significant progress in recovery efforts across the province. | Western Cape Local Government, Environmental Affairs and Development Planning MEC, Anton Bredell, said progress has been made in recovery, with mop-up operations and infrastructure restoration continuing in several affected areas. | "Restoration efforts are ongoing, particularly in areas affected by infrastructure damage, elect…
(2026-05-17). Navy E/A-18G Growlers Collide At Idaho Air Show. twz.com 
(2026-05-17). India's Tata and Dutch giant ASML sign semiconductor deal during Modi visit. aljazeera.com Prime Minister Modi says his talks with the Dutch PM also focused on expanding cooperation in defence and security.
(2026-05-17). ISPR says Indian COAS remarks reflect 'jingoistic and myopic mindset'. tribune.com.pk 
The Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR) on Sunday criticised remarks by the Indian Chief of Army Staff (COAS), saying the statement reflected a "jingoistic and myopic mindset" and warned against pushing "South Asia towards wars and crises". | In a statement, ISPR said the Indian army chief had made a "provocative statement" during a recent interview that "Pakistan should decide if it desired to be part of geography and history". | The military's media wing said that, contrary to what it described as a "delusional and hallucinational belief system" and "despite the omnipresent ill wishes that prevail in Hind…
(2026-05-17). for friends and Libyan National Army conducts grand exercises. al-monitor.com The Libyan National Army (LNA), commanded by Marshall Khalifa Haftar and controlling southern and eastern Libya, is conducting what officers describe as its biggest military exercise yet ⚪ and a message for both friends and foes.At the entrance of a sprawling military encampment some 100 kilometres away from Derna, a towering portrait of Haftar overlooked the scene.The sand whipped across a barren landscape as armoured vehicles sped along.
(2026-05-17). Strikes and resurgent trade unionism in Chile: Interview with Domingo Pérez Valenzuela. links.org.au 
Domingo Pérez Valenzuela discusses the resurgence of Chilean trade unionism, strengths and limitations of its strike model, and what lessons the country's recent labour struggles offer for labour renewal internationally.
(2026-05-17). New Chinese battery offers fresh hope for hydrogen storage. ecns.cn Chinese researchers have built a new type of battery that may solve one of the biggest challenges in clean energy: how to store hydrogen easily and efficiently.
(2026-05-17). Ronda Rousey vs Gina Carano fight: Rousey wins with a 17-second submission. aljazeera.com Rousey won the fight with her signature armbar lock, forcing Carano to submit just 17 seconds into the bout.
(2026-05-17). On the Anniversary of the Nakba, Palestinians have never been in more Peril. juancole.com
(2026-05-17). Cannes Filmmakers Show Growing Acceptance of AI in Cinema. moderndiplomacy.eu Xavier Gens, the French director of the upcoming Netflix film "Under Paris," mentioned that if he made the movie now, he could have dramatically reduced the visual effects budget and finished it in less time due to advancements in artificial intelligence (AI). He stated that with AI, he could complete the film in three months …
(2026-05-17). Norway arrests Chinese national for alleged spying. scmp.com Norway's interior security service, PST, said on Sunday a Chinese man had been arrested in the country's north for spying, just weeks after a Chinese woman was arrested suspected of spying on satellite data. | The suspect was arrested on Friday by the Nordland police district, Eirik Veum, PST's media spokesman, told Agence France-Presse.
(2026-05-17). Chevron wants a school district tax break for a data center power plant. grist.org A major oil company is seeking a state tax break in Texas worth hundreds of millions of dollars to build a massive power plant. The energy won't be going to residential customers, though. Instead, the gas plant will be used to power a data center whose eventual tenant could be Microsoft. | Chevron subsidiary Energy Forge One has
(2026-05-17). Thomas Meaney: Western Promises. newleftreview.org Thomas Meaney on Fritz Bartel, The Triumph of Broken Promises. The Cold War's end recast as upshot of a contest to enforce capital's discipline, East and West.
(2026-05-17). Israel planning to seize up to 20 properties in East Jerusalem. newarab.com 
In a statement, the governorate said Israeli authorities are preparing to approve a plan on Sunday aimed at confiscating Palestinian properties in the Bab el-Silsileh neighbourhood adjacent to the mosque complex, f…
(2026-05-17). This week in history: May 18-24. wsws.org 25 years ago, 14 Mexican migrants die crossing the Arizona desert amid intensified US border militarization; 50 years ago, Pol Pot is installed as Cambodia's prime minister, consolidating Khmer Rouge rule; 75 years ago, the "17-point" agreement formalizes China's annexation of Tibet; 100 years ago, French forces capture the Rif rebel capital in Morocco…
(2026-05-17). Trump-backed mass prayer rally draws thousands to Washington. scmp.com US President Donald Trump and top cabinet officials addressed thousands of Americans at a mass prayer rally in Washington on Sunday — an event critics saw as an overt display of Christian nationalism undermining the separation of church and state. | The gathering was organised by the White House as part of a programme of celebrations for America's 250th anniversary and billed as an opportunity to revive the idea of a country founded on Christian principles.
(2026-05-17). Kuenssberg guest spied on journalists, but she failed to mention this. thecanary.co 
Kuenssberg — Josh Simons is the now-ex-Labour MP who was found to have spied on journalists. As we're supposed to live in a liberal democracy, this sort of behaviour should be frowned upon. Instead, the national broadcaster just treated Simons like a normal politician: Josh Simons is on #bbclaurak this morning. Will Laura Kuenssberg ask […] | By
(2026-05-17). ISPR condemns Indian army chief's remarks questioning Pakistan's place in 'geography and history'. tribune.com.pk The Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR) on Sunday condemned remarks by the Indian army chief during a recent interview, in which he stated that "Pakistan should decide if it desired to be part of geography and history". | In a statement, ISPR said the Indian army chief had made a "provocative statement" during a recent interview. | The military's media wing said that, "Contrary to the delusional and hallucinational belief system and despite the omnipresent ill wishes that prevail in Hindutva-led India, Pakistan is already a country of consequence at the global level, a declared nuclear power and an indelibl…
(2026-05-17). Not your father's matlock. tribune.com.pk 
Reviving a legacy title is always a gamble, especially when the original—Matlock—remains etched in popular memory as a comforting courtroom procedural led by the folksy brilliance of Andy Griffith. Not only did it run for 9 seasons in the late 1980s and early 1990s, but it also inspired other producers to create a modern-day courtroom drama. | The same thing happens in CBS's modern reimagining, fronted by Kathy Bates, which could easily have leaned on nostalgia alone. Instead, by the time Season 2 wraps, it becomes clear that this Matlock is not interested in imitation—it's carving out someth…
(2026-05-17). WHO declares Ebola outbreak in DR Congo, Uganda a global health emergency. aljazeera.com DR Congo accounts for all except two of the suspected cases, both of which were reported in neighbouring Uganda.
(2026-05-17). WHO Declares Congo-Uganda Ebola Outbreak a Global Health Emergency. moderndiplomacy.eu The World Health Organization (WHO) has declared an Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) and Uganda a "public health emergency of international concern. " This outbreak, linked to the Bundibugyo virus, presents risks to neighboring countries. The WHO reported 80 suspected deaths, eight confirmed cases, and 246 possible cases in the DRC's …
(2026-05-17). Mexican officials announce 10 dead in early-morning shooting in Tehuitzingo. aljazeera.com Officials blamed the shooting on 'armed individuals', though no details were provided about attackers or their motives.
(2026-05-17). Around 10 'new' victims in France's Epstein investigation, Paris prosecutor says. scmp.com Around 10 "new" suspected victims have come forward in a French investigation into the network of the late US sex offender Jeffrey Epstein, a prosecutor said on Sunday. | France opened a human trafficking investigation after the US Justice Department in January released the latest cache of files from the investigation into the disgraced financier, who died in prison in 2019 while facing charges of trafficking underage girls for sex.
(2026-05-17). Saudi Arabia, UAE, Oman, Türkiye to observe Eid ul Adha on May 27. geo.tv 
People sight moon in this undated image. — Reuters/File Saudi Arabia, Oman, Türkiye and the United Arab Emirates on Sunday announced the sighting of Zil Hajj moon, and Eid ul Adha will be celebrated in these countries on May 27.As per the announcement, Arafat Day will…
(2026-05-17). Berlin election: exorbitant rents, housing shortage and the role of the Left Party. wsws.org The Left Party's election programme for the Berlin state election focuses on the housing question, but its record in government reveals its responsibility for the city's housing crisis and exploding rents.
(2026-05-17). Domestic brands lauded for dynamism. ecns.cn Chinese brands have evolved from being known mainly for affordability to becoming synonymous with technological innovation, creating unique value for global markets, an Azerbaijani economist has said.
(2026-05-17). Venice Art Biennale hit by upheaval over Israel's participation. newarab.com 
In an unprecedented move, more than two dozen national pavilions at the Venice Art Biennale this week shut their doors in protest over Countries including France, Belgium, Austria, and Italy walked out of the festival, an international cultural exhibition hosted every two years in the Italian city. | The boycott was triggered by opposition to both Israel's and Russia's participation, leading to the resignation of the international jury, coordinated pavilion shutdowns, artist boycotts, and protests across the Giardini, the Veni…
(2026-05-17). Eurovision winner flies home to rapturous welcome. al-monitor.com Hundreds of ecstatic fans waving Bulgarian flags turned out at Sofia airport Sunday to give a triumphant welcome home to Dara, the winner of the Eurovision Song Contest, after her surprise victory.Leading figures from the fields of sport, music and politics in Bulgaria fired off messages of congratulations ⚪ some of whom had even helped rally support for her before Saturday's voting.Dara triumphed in Vienna with catchy floor-filler "Bangaranga", which swept the 70th edition of the world's biggest live televised music event.
(2026-05-17). Pool services as preventive care for safer and healthier water. independentaustralia.net 
(2026-05-17). Taiwan President Says 'Taiwan Independence' Means the Island Does Not Belong to Beijing. moderndiplomacy.eu President Lai Ching-te of Taiwan stated that "Taiwan independence" means that Taiwan is not under Beijing's control and that only the Taiwanese people can determine their own future. His remarks came after a significant summit between President Donald Trump and Chinese President Xi Jinping, which raised worries in Taiwan about U. S. support for the …
(2026-05-17). Federal funding for Trump ballroom in trouble after Senate ruling. aljazeera.com Republicans seek to allocate $1bn in public funds for Secret Service security upgrades linked to the plans.
(2026-05-17). US citizens in DR Congo potentially exposed to Ebola in outbreak, report says. scmp.com A ‚Å number ‚Å of ‚Å Americans currently in the Democratic Republic of Congo are believed to ‚Äåhave had exposure to suspected cases in the country's latest Ebola outbreak, with several deemed to ‚Å have had high-risk exposures, US health news website STAT ‚ÄåNews reported on Sunday. | At least one of ‚Äåthese individuals may have ‚Å developed symptoms, ‚Å the report said.
(2026-05-17). Large blast near Beit Shemesh part of pre-planned test: Israeli defence firm. tribune.com.pk 
(2026-05-17). Military jets' crew members safely ejected after Idaho air show collision, Navy says. scmp.com Four crew ‚Å members involved in a mid-air ‚Å collision of military jets at an air show ejected safely on Sunday outside Mountain Home Air Force Base in Idaho, the US Navy said. | Two E/A-18G Growler ‚Äåjets collided in mid-air two miles from the base during the two-day Gunfighter Skies Air Show, said Commander Amelia Umayam, a spokeswoman for Naval Air Forces, US Pacific Fleet.
(2026-05-17). The fruits of a warming valley. tribune.com.pk 
The scent of drying apricots once drifted through the mountain air of Chitral's Kalash and Arkari valleys, where orchards heavy with fruit sustained families, traditions and local economies for generations. Today, those same orchards tell a different story. Blossoms are battered by untimely rains, fruit ripens too quickly under rising temperatures, and infestations rot produce before it can be harvested or dried. In the valleys once known for their abundance of apricots, pears and mulberries, climate change is steadily eroding both livelihoods and centuries-old cultural practices, leaving farmers uncertain abo…
(2026-05-17). NEET UG 2026 re-exam to be held at same exam centers with no fees. ummid.com The National Testing Agency (NTA) said NEET UG 2026 re-exam for all registered candidates will be held at the same exam centre where a candidate had appeared on May 03, 2026.
(2026-05-17). Junk Science: "Loneliness caused by climate change kills people" wattsupwiththat.com Claim: social isolation compounds mortality risk during climate events.
(2026-05-17). France-born Bouaddi approved to play for Morocco before World Cup. al-monitor.com France-born Ayyoub Bouaddi has been approved to play for Morocco less than a month before the 2026 World Cup kicks off.The Royal Moroccan Football Federation (FRMF) confirmed Friday they had received approval from world football governing body FIFA's Status Chamber to change Bouaddi's sporting nationality, making him immediately eligible to represent Morocco in all international competitions.
(2026-05-17). 76 Flock Cameras Disabled in the East Bay. indybay.org saboteurs vandalized and/or removed cameras…
(2026-05-17). WB 12th Result 2026 Declared, Check Toppers List. ummid.com The West Bengal Council of Higher Secondary Education (WBCHSE) has declared on its official websites wbchse.nic.in and wbresults.nic.in Thursday May 14, 2026 the result of WBCHSE Class 12th HS examinations, also knwon as Uccha Madhyamik Pariksha, along with Merit List and Toppers details.
(2026-05-17). The 14-Title Curse: Ronaldo's trophy curse continues at Al-Nassr. thecanary.co 
Portuguese star Cristiano Ronaldo has entered a new season of frustration with Saudi club Al-Nassr, after the team fell in the second AFC Champions League final to Japan's Gamba Osaka by one goal to nil. The match was held at Al-Awwal Park in the Saudi capital, Riyadh. Al-Nassr lost a fresh opportunity to embrace silverware, […] | By
(2026-05-17). Meloni meets victims of Italy car-ramming attack. scmp.com Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni on Sunday visited people wounded by a driver with a history of mental health problems who ran over several pedestrians in northern city of Modena. | Hundreds gathered in the evening at the call of the city's mayor to "unite against those who want to divide and sow hatred" after some far-right politicians tried to tie the incident to immigration.
(2026-05-17). males Trump, Putin, Netanyahu to blame for wars, says star Bardem. al-monitor.com Spanish superstar Javier Bardem, who is winning rave reviews for his latest film role, slammed the "toxic masculinity" of Donald Trump, Vladimir Putin and Benjamin Netanyahu on Sunday which he said was responsible for their wars. Bardem plays an overbearing film director with an explosive temper in "The Beloved" by Rodrigo Sorogoyen, which premiered at the Cannes Film Festival on Saturday to widespread praise from critics.
(2026-05-17). 'We're Not Going Back': Black Voters March in Montgomery Against Redistricting. capitalbnews.org 
MONTGOMERY, Alabama — Roy Wilson remembers marching with his family before the Voting Rights Act was passed in 1965. More than 60 years later, the 77-year-old answered the nationwide call to action this weekend as hundreds mobilized across Selma and Montgomery against the direct attacks on the voting protections he fought for as a teenager. …
(2026-05-17). UK ramps up Gulf military role amid US-Iran tensions. newarab.com 
The The British government said Royal Air Force Typhoon fighter jets would be equipped with an advanced precision weapons system…
(2026-05-17). How nature-based solutions can help vulnerable and marginalized communities overcome climate injustice. globalvoices.org 
NbS plays a crucial role in mitigating flood impacts and safeguard vital ecosystem servicesGlobal Voices Biodykes serve as a Nature-based Solution to protect riverbanks from erosion in a time of increasingly erratic rainfall patterns in the Gindri watershed, Amaltari, Nawalparasi district in Nepal. Photo by Karun Dewan from WWF Nepal. Used with permission. | This post is part of Global Voices' May 2026 Spotlight series, (2026-05-17). Sandra Hàºller Says 'Fatherland' Explores Germany's Post-War Trauma. moderndiplomacy.eu German actor Sandra Hueller highlighted that the film "Fatherland," directed by Pawel Pawlikowski and presented at the Cannes Film Festival, explores Germany's post-war trauma, affecting even those who did not experience it. The film, shot in Poland with authentic sets, emphasizes the historical impact of World War Two. Hueller expressed that the story resonates deeply …
(2026-05-17). China opens 21 international cargo routes in April. ecns.cn China opened 21 new international cargo air routes in April, adding more than 43 round-trip flights per week, according to data released by the Air Logistics Branch of the China Federation of Logistics & Purchasing on Thursday.
(2026-05-17). WHO declares Ebola outbreak in Congo, Uganda an emergency of international concern. tribune.com.pk 
The World Health Organisation on Sunday declared an Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo and Uganda a "public health emergency of international concern", posing risks to neighbouring countries. | The WHO said the outbreak, caused by the Bundibugyo virus, does not meet the criteria of a pandemic emergency but that countries sharing land borders with the DRC are at high risk for further spread. | The UN health agency said in a statement that 80 suspected deaths, eight laboratory-confirmed cases and 246 suspected cases had been reported as of Saturday in the DRC's Ituri province across at least thre…
(2026-05-17). Insurance strategy for Australian SMEs in a disruption era. independentaustralia.net 
(2026-05-17). Did the Sun's "Terminator" Predict the Coming 2026 El Niño? New Research Says Yes. wattsupwiththat.com Every Terminator since the 1960s coincided with a flip from El Niño to La Niña conditions.
(2026-05-17). Italy's leaders visit victims of Modena car-ramming, stabbing attacks. aljazeera.com The attacks carried out by 31-year-old Salim El Khoudri appear related 'to a situation of psychiatric distress'.