presstv.co.uk (2026-06-17). Pope expresses optimism regarding Iran-US MoU
Pope Leo has expressed optimism that a memorandum of understanding, expected to be signed between Iran and the US later this week, could help bring an end to the cycle arising out of the latest unprovoked American-Israeli aggression targeting the Islamic Republic.
(2026-06-17). Iranian tankers exit US blockade zone ahead of peace talks. geo.tv 
US forces conducting an interdiction of the sanctioned stateless oil tanker Davina in the Indo-Pacific region. — Reuters/FileUS-Iran final settlement set to sign on Friday.Despite deal, Israeli strikes continue in Lebanon.Lebanon conflict remains threat to diplomacy: analysts.The…
(2026-06-17). Iran deal includes $300 billion fund, more than half of which already committed: source. geo.tv 
An Iranian woman holds Iran's flag during a rally in Tehran, Iran, April 29, 2026. — ReutersThe investment fund vehicle contains no govt money.New fund is separate from frozen asset talks, says source.Fund only becomes operational after final US-Iran deal signing.
(2026-06-17). The Hormuz secret Trump isn't talking about: How long will IRGC mines keep trade hostage. hindustantimes.com The Strait of Hormuz may reopen soon after the expected U.S.-Iran peace agreement, but experts warn that a full return to normal shipping could take weeks. Concerns remain over the possible presence of naval mines, with specialists estimating that clearing key sea lanes and establishing safe navigation corridors may require 40 to 50 days. Nearly 20% of global energy supplies transit through Hormuz, making any disruption a major risk for oil markets and global trade. Britain, France, and Germany have already prepared warships and minesweepers for potential clearance operations, while shipping companies and insurer…
(2026-06-17). Has Trump achieved his goals in the war with Iran. geo.tv 
People drive past an anti-U.S. billboard depicting US President Donald Trump and the Strait of Hormuz, in Tehran, Iran, May 17, 2026. — Reuters Shortly after the US and Israel launched airstrikes on Iran on February 28, US President Donald Trump laid out a host of objectives,…
(2026-06-17). US intel warns Iran can shut Strait of Hormuz at will from now on: 'More powerful than any nuke'. ptcnews.tv PTC News Desk: More than three months after the West Asia conflict began and following a ceasefire with the United States, concerns are growing over Iran's ability to influence the global economy.Acco | US intel warns Iran can shut Strait of Hormuz at will from now on: 'More powerful than any nuke'
(2026-06-17). Has the war between Iran and the United States ended? Yes, for the time being. And not in America's favor. unitedworldint.com And Israel is furious. By Abbas Djuma What Trump is trying to present as a personal achievement is nothing of the sort — not even close. The reality is actually the opposite. The Strait of Hormuz was open before the war. Before the war, no one was talking about unfreezing Iranian assets or lifting anti-Iran …
(2026-06-17). Australian central bank holds interest rates but warns of further hikes. wsws.org The Reserve Bank of Australia is intent on further suppressing household spending, amid the ongoing global impact of the US-Israeli war on Iran and a worsening cost-of-living crisis.
(2026-06-17). Iran celebrates agreement with US, threatens Israel over Lebanon. newarab.com 
Hello, | Here are the latest key updates: | Iranian officials hailed the agreement with the US as a "diplomatic victory". For his part, Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi stressed any agreement with the US must include the release of frozen Iranian assets, sanctions relief and Israel's withdrawal from Lebanon.
| Iran also noted Israel has already violated the agreement in Lebanon and warns of a "harsh response" if attacks continue. Despite a "ceasefire" and other agreements, Israeli attacks on southern Lebanon have persisted every day, with injuries and deaths being recorded.
| Israeli attacks also cont…
(2026-06-17). Trump's fear exposed in 24-hour frenzy: Iran deal done, third strike canceled, Israel told to…. hindustantimes.com Just days after a devastating conflict that brought the Middle East to the brink, Donald Trump is now making a stunning claim — that Iran has a "more rational" leadership. But what does that actually mean, and what happened to the figures Trump once described as the main obstacle to peace? After U.S. and Israeli strikes killed several top Iranian officials during the war, Trump suggested that a new political reality had emerged inside Tehran. He argued that the leaders he viewed as "totally irrational" were now gone and that Iran's current leadership was more prepared to engage diplomatically with Washingto…
(2026-06-17). U.S. and Iran reach critical phase in deal. ecns.cn With Iran and the United States reaching an agreement to end the war "permanently" on various fronts, the two have now taken a critical step toward a peaceful settlement and restoring safety in a vital maritime corridor, experts said.
(2026-06-17). PM Modi flags sailor's death issue at G7 in Trump's presence: 'Several Indians lost their lives'. ptcnews.tv PTC News Desk: Prime Minister Narendra Modi, while sitting with US President Donald Trump at the G7 Summit, raised concerns about Indian sailors who were killed during recent US military strikes in the Middle East. | Speaking at a session on strengthening global partnerships and cooperation, Modi said the conflict in the region had caused major human and economic losses. He brought up the issue after three Indian crew members died when the oil tanker Settebello was hit in a US attack in the Gulf of Oman. | "We welcome the progress made in peace efforts in West Asia. This conflict has caused loss of life and prop…
(2026-06-17). Minnesota AFL-CIO Stands with Minnesotans Facing Federal Charges: 'The Trump Administration Will Not Break Our Worker-Community Solidarity!'. wibailoutpeople.org 
Minnesota AFL-CIO President Bernie Burnham made the following statement in response to the Trump Justice Department indicting 15 Minnesotans for their actions protecting community members during 'Operation Metro Surge': "Instead of holding federal agents accountable for shooting and killing Renée Good and our union brother Alex Pretti, the Trump administration continues to weaponize the Justice …
(2026-06-17). 2 more University of Michigan anti-genocide protesters released on bond in conspiracy frame-up. wsws.org Federal prosecutors are criminalizing encrypted messaging, political slogans, and protest organizing as felony conspiracies in a legal dragnet against anti-war activity.
(2026-06-17). Trump administration targets Gavin Newsom in latest weaponization of Justice Department. wsws.org The investigation into Gavin Newsom is a dangerous escalation in Trump's use of the Justice Department against political opponents, but the Democrats offer no defense of democratic rights.
(2026-06-17). Threat of US military action against Cuba mounts with Iran ceasefire. wsws.org President Donald Trump has stated repeatedly that "Cuba will be next," as the Pentagon prepares for military action.
(2026-06-17). Bacardí pierde en EE.UU. apelación por disputa de la marca "Havana Club" radiohc.cu Un tribunal de apelación de Estados Unidos falló este martes contra Bacardí en la larga disputa de la empresa con el Gobierno cubano sobre los derechos de la marca registrada del ron "Havana Club". | El Tribunal de Apelación del Cuarto Circuito de Estados Unidos, de Richmond, rechazó el recurso presentado por Bacardí contra la decisión de la Oficina de Patentes y Marcas de Estados Unidos (USPTO) de renovar en 2016 la marca federal "Havana Club", propiedad de la empresa cubana Cubaexport, a pesar de las objeciones de la empresa. | Ni los abogados ni los portavoces de Bacardí, ni los abogados de Cubaexport, respond…
presstv.co.uk (2026-06-15). Netanyahu must be removed with sticks and stones if he tries to sabotage election, says Ex-Israeli PM Ehud BarakFormer Israeli premier Ehud Barak has called for Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu to be removed "with sticks and stones" if he attempts to undermine the upcoming general election through military aggression against Lebanon.
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presstv.co.uk (2026-06-15). World leaders welcome MoU that ends war imposed by US on IranA chorus of international praise has greeted the memorandum of understanding (MoU) finalized between Iran and the United States, which brings an immediate and permanent end to the US‑Israeli war of aggression on Iran, lifts the naval blockade, and reopens the Strait of Hormuz.
UN Secretary‑General Antonio Guterres welcomed the agreement as a "critical step" toward resolving the conflict.
presstv.co.uk (2026-06-16). Exclusive: Iranian oil tankers, cargo vessels sail through as US naval blockade officially liftedAt least three Iranian oil tankers and two cargo ships carrying essential goods have successfully broken through the US naval blockade, Press TV has learned from highly informed sources.
The vessels sailed through on Monday evening, marking the first operational victory of the newly finalized memorandum of understanding between Iran and the United States.
aljazeera.com (2026-06-16). Iran war day 109: Tehran, Washington, sign MoU electronicallyUS President Donald Trump has said a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with Iran has been "all signed" electronically, and the Strait of Hormuz will be "completely open" by Friday.
US officials told the Reuters and AFP news agencies that the agreement was signed by Trump, US Vice President JD Vance and main Iranian negotiator and Parliament Speaker Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf.
(2026-06-17). BNC presentará "Giselle" en el Teatro Nacional de Cuba. radiohc.cu El Ballet Nacional de Cuba (BNC), bajo la dirección de Viengsay Valdés, ofrecerá dos funciones de "Giselle", el sábado 27 y el domingo 28 de junio. | Ambas presentaciones tendrán lugar a las 5: 00 pm, en la Sala Avellaneda del Teatro Nacional. | La primera velada, el sábado 27, estará dedicada a la Academia Cubana de la Lengua, con motivo del centenario de esa institución; y la segunda celebrará los 185 años del estreno del ballet "Giselle", el 28 de junio de 1841, en París. | La pieza representativa de la Era Romántica y del repertorio del BNC, es una coreografía de la Prima Ballerina Assoluta Alicia Alonso (1920…
(2026-06-17). Parlamento cubano convoca a sesión extraordinaria. radiohc.cu El Consejo de Estado de la República de Cuba convocó este martes a la Tercera Sesión Extraordinaria de la Asamblea Nacional del Poder Popular (Parlamento) en su X Legislatura, para el 18 de junio a las 2: 00 pm. | La convocatoria, suscrita por Esteban Lazo Hernández, presidente de la Asamblea Nacional y del Consejo de Estado, se realizó con el propósito de evaluar las "Propuestas de Transformaciones Económicas y Sociales". | En el Acuerdo 599-X/2026 del Consejo de Estado, publicado esta jornada en la Gaceta Oficial, se le comunica a los diputados a la Asamblea Nacional del Poder Popular, y a cuantas personas natur…
(2026-06-17). ONU: Cuba denuncia cerco económico y amenazas militares de EE.UU. radiohc.cu La tercera secretaria de la Misión Permanente de Cuba ante la Oficina de las Naciones Unidas en Ginebra, Ivette Lamigueiro Cañedo denunció este martes las amenazas militares y el cerco económico, comercial y financiero de Estados Unidos contra la Isla. | En el Diálogo Interactivo sobre el Informe Anual del Alto Comisionado de las Naciones Unidas para los Derechos Humanos, la diplomática reconoció el balance positivo del trabajo del Alto Comisionado y su Oficina, y saludó la denuncia consistente de titulares de mandato sobre las acciones ilegales e inhumanas de Washington. | Según informó la Misión de Cuba en Gine…
(2026-06-17). Saturday 6/20: Backyard Dance Party Fundraiser for Gaza Soup Kitchen. indybay.org 2112 Eighth Street, Berkeley, CA…
(2026-06-17). Every drop counts: Gaza's water crisis deepens as summer takes hold. icrc.org
(2026-06-17). The ICRC's response to affected populations and infrastructure following the events of January 2026 in Venezuela. icrc.org
(2026-06-17). Tunisia suffers heavy defeat against Sweden in FIFA World Cup. ecns.cn Swedish fans cheer as they arrive at Monterrey Stadium in Mexico ahead of Swedens match against Tunisia, June 14, 2026./CFP.Tunisia was handed a harsh reality check at the 2026 FIFA World Cup after being dismantled by Sweden in a one-sided contest.
(2026-06-17). Democrat calls for Cape Verde goalkeeper Vozinha's mother to get US visa. aljazeera.com Ana Candida Evora was unable to travel to watch her son star in a goalless draw with Spain due to the cost of a US visa.
(2026-06-17). Elon Musk's AI tool Grok was used in strikes against Iran: US govt. geo.tv 
xAI and Grok logos are seen in this illustration taken, February 16, 2025. — ReutersElon Musk's artificial intelligence tool Grok was used in strikes against Iran, the United States government revealed in a legal briefing seen Tuesday by AFP.The June 15 brief defends the gas…
(2026-06-17). Which France and World Cup records did Mbappe break against Senegal? aljazeera.com France captain overtakes Giroud with 58 goals for his country and the most for Les Bleus at a World Cup.
(2026-06-17). Senate Fails To Advance Iran War Powers Resolution. news.antiwar.com The Senate on Tuesday failed to advance a War Powers Resolution that would direct President Trump to end hostilities against Iran that haven't been authorized by Congress and prevent the president from restarting the full-scale war against the Islamic Republic. A motion to discharge the resolution out of the Senate Foreign Affairs Committee failed on …
(2026-06-17). England vs Croatia — World Cup 2026: Kane, predictions, TV channel, kickoff. aljazeera.com
(2026-06-17). Fueling the Coming Nuclear Renaissance. wattsupwiththat.com If all goes well, LIS will have fuel ready by the time new reactors are cleared to operate.
(2026-06-17). Policies deliver uptick in property sales, prices. ecns.cn The traditional spring home-buying season, which typically peaks in March and April, stretched into May this year as policy support and targeted demand in first-tier cities drove a notable pickup in sales, helping to restore market expectations, experts said.
(2026-06-17). Seventh heaven for dominant Germany. ecns.cn Germany's seven-goal rout of Curacao in its World Cup opener on Sunday was the perfect way to overshadow a close first half and boost the team after consecutive group-stage exits for the four-time champion.
(2026-06-17). ICRC President: "We can no longer pretend that what we are witnessing across war zones is in accordance with the law" icrc.org Speech given by Mirjana Spoljaric, President of the International Committee of the Red Cross, at the UN Security Council Open Debate on the Protection of Civilians in Armed Conflict — 20 May 2026, New York…
(2026-06-17). Tuesday 7/7: Happy Hour with the League of Women Voters of San Francisco. indybay.org Rikki's, 2223 Market St, San Francisco, CA 94114…
(2026-06-17). Activists Protest Merck For Purchasing Dogs for Animal Testing From Notorious Ridglan Farm. indybay.org Activists Protest Merck For Purchasing Dogs for Animal Testing From Notorious Ridglan Farms…
(2026-06-17). Sunday 7/5: Yoga for Palestine. indybay.org San José Peace & Justice Center | 48 South 7th Street | San José, CA 95112…
(2026-06-17). Under Trump's orders, U.S. commits mass murder on the high seas. indybay.org Yesterday on June 13, 2026, the Juneteenth holiday, reportedly, "A U.S. District Court has issued an order stopping the Trump-Vance administration from censoring American history and science and ordering the restoration of unlawfully censored information displayed in America's largest classroom — our national parks.
(2026-06-17). On second day of UAW convention Fain apparatus blocks debate, rams through anti-democratic motions. wsws.org Dropping all pretense of "reform" the Fain administration used anti-democratic tactics to block debate while ramming through amendments boosting the income of apparatus, including heft pay raises for top officials and staff.
(2026-06-17). Faces of defiance: Newly unearthed photos document the 1944 Kaisariani massacre of 200 Greek Communists by the Nazis. wsws.org For the first time, newly discovered photos of the Nazi massacre at Kaisariani give a face to the 200 Greek resistance fighters, including twelve Trotskyists, and reveal their courageous defiance.
(2026-06-17). Indonesia: 4 military personnel jailed for acid attack on rights activist. wsws.org The trial was a whitewash designed to cover up the wider role of the military while sending a menacing message to anyone critical of the government or armed forces.
(2026-06-17). Teamsters for a Democratic Union helps return far-right Teamsters general president Sean O'Brien to power unopposed. wsws.org TDU's support for O'Brien is an expression of the reform groups integration into the Teamsters bureaucracy and indictment of the program of bureaucratic self reform…
(2026-06-17). Why the Hollywood unions actually "didn't put up a fight" this year and what that means for entertainment workers. wsws.org The WGA and SAG-AFTRA contracts were not "historic victories" but a coordinated betrayal by union bureaucracies that must be fought through independent rank-and-file committees.
(2026-06-17). Snow leopard sighting a conservation success. ecns.cn A photo shows a female snow leopard, known as F2, with her cub in the Helan Mountains National Nature Reserve in the Ningxia Hui autonomous region on April.
(2026-06-17). Education Minnesota Union (AFT-NEA) President Monica Byron Statement on Latest ICE-FBI Arrests. wibailoutpeople.org 
(2026-06-17). Lionel Messi rewrites history books at record sixth World Cup. aljazeera.com Messi scores three exactly 20 years to the day he made his World Cup debut for Argentina.
(2026-06-16). Trans-Atlantic rifts cast shadow over G7. ecns.cn Compared with previous G7 summits, this year's gathering in France is marked by increasingly visible rifts between the United States and Europe, which could undermine the bloc's global influence and weaken its ability to shape international affairs, experts say.
(2026-06-17). World BEYOND War and Friends Commemorated the Nakba in Baltimore. worldbeyondwar.org 
There are millions of war-wounded across the globe, and our Baltimore WBW Chapter is doing what we can to educate and inspire others to work with us to support victims and end war, once and for all. #WorldBEYONDWar…
(2026-06-17). East Jerusalem: Israel Escalating Home Demolitions, Evictions. hrw.org Click to expand Image | A Palestinian man looks on as an excavator clears the rubble of homes demolished by Israeli authorities in the Silwan neighborhood of east Jerusalem, May 19, 2026. | © 2026 Mahmoud Illean/AP Photo…
(2026-06-17). Making toys and rebuilding lives. ecns.cn Cao Qiuping checks a newly 3D-printed toy at a workshop in Beijing on May. They have received small orders—toys for a weekend market and customized figurines for a piano teachers students—but nothing steady. "Most people dont even know we exist, " Cao said.
(2026-06-17). Chongqing activates 'town economy' model: One town, one IP. ecns.cn Rongchang District of Chongqing has developed three themed towns ⚪ Antao Town, Wanling Ancient Town and China Xiabu (Grass Linen) Town ⚪ each with its own distinct cultural identity and economic focus.
(2026-06-17). Putin watching this awkward G7 video? Trump gives Zelensky the cold shoulder while closing Iran deal. hindustantimes.com U.S. President Donald Trump appeard to visibly snub Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky at the G7, even as leaders publicly pledged continued support for Kyiv. Trump's focus on finalizing an Iran deal and his dismissive "this whole thing is ridiculous" remark have fueled questions over whether Washington's commitment to Ukraine is wavering despite Zelensky's insistence that G7 backing remains "unanimous."
(2026-06-17). Messi hat-trick fires holders Argentina to win over Algeria at World Cup. aljazeera.com Argentina open defence of their World Cup crown with a Lionel Messi-inspired 3-0 win against Algeria at 2026 edition.
(2026-06-17). Ebola patients recover in DRC amid claims of outbreak hoax. aljazeera.com Seven patients have left an Ebola treatment centre in the Democratic Republic of the Congo, having recovered.
(2026-06-17). Vozinha's mum celebrates hero keeper son from afar. aljazeera.com The mother of Cape Verde's celebrated goalkeeper Vozinha says she watched his heroics on the TV.
(2026-06-17). Wealth of Elon Musk rises $624 billion in 6 days. wsws.org The net worth of Elon Musk, the world's richest man, has increased by $624 billion in six days, to $1.32 trillion, according to figures from the Bloomberg Billionaires Index.
(2026-06-17). Saturday 6/20: Gay Shame 25th Anniversary Zines & More. indybay.org valencia st @ cunningham pl | san francisco | (south of 19th st)…
(2026-06-16). World Cup sparks expats' 'Suchao' interest. ecns.cn Nearly 70 percent of foreign residents surveyed in Jiangsu province, an economic hub in East China, say this year's FIFA World Cup, co-hosted by the United States, Canada and Mexico, has made them more interested in following the province's local soccer league.
(2026-06-17). Saturday 6/20: Film Showing: The Seed of the Sacred Fig, directed by Mohammad Rasoulof. indybay.org Revolution Books | 2444 Durant Avenue | Berkeley, CA 94704…
(2026-06-17). China-ROK cooperation bolsters fishery resources. ecns.cn China and the Republic of Korea carried out their seventh annual joint fish stock enhancement and release campaign in the Yellow Sea on Tuesday, releasing a total of 7.29 million juveniles of important commercial species into waters that have long sustained fishing communities in both countries.
(2026-06-17). Sunday 6/14: March! No ICE Detention Camps in Gilroy! indybay.org Meet at 7500 Arroyo Circle, Gilroy. We will walk to 7240 Holsclaw Rd (NEW ICE FACILITY IN GILORY)…
(2026-06-17). Tuesday 6/16: 2026 City of Sacramento Juneteenth Flag Rasing Ceremony. indybay.org City Hall of Sacramento | Courtyard | 915 I Street | Sacramento, CA 95814…
(2026-06-17). Analysts predict no US petrol price drop until 2027. aljazeera.com US drivers may have to wait until 2027 for gasoline prices to fall…
(2026-06-17). Why Digital Trust Has Become a Business Advantage. moguldom.com Digital trust used to be treated like a soft benefit, something nice to have once the real work of growth, product development and customer acquisition was already done. That no longer holds up. In crowded online markets, trust has become one of the clearest competitive advantages a business can build because it shapes how customers …
(2026-06-17). Presidents of China, Myanmar attend signing ceremony of cooperation documents. ecns.cn Chinese President Xi Jinping and Myanmar's President Min Aung Hlaing attended a signing ceremony of cooperation documents in Beijing on Tuesday.
(2026-06-17). Saturday 6/20: San Gold Rush Century: a walking tour. indybay.org meet in the lobby of the American Youth Hostel | 312 Mason Street | San Francisco…
(2026-06-17). Top Mistakes Brands Make When Sourcing Empty Cartridges. moguldom.com Brands can lose loyal buyers when vape hardware feels weak, unsafe, or hard to use. A cartridge may look simple, yet its quality can shape every customer's first impression. From flavor to fit, each detail affects trust, comfort, and repeat sales for brands. That is why empty cartridges deserve careful review before any brand places …
(2026-06-17). Minneapolis Federation of Educators, Local 59 Statement on ICE-FBI Indictments. wibailoutpeople.org 
MFE 59 — Minneapolis Federation of Educators This morning, DHS agents arrested a member of our union at her home. We are still learning more information about the arrest and charge against her, which appears connected to an indictment against a number of individuals who protested ICE activities in our community this winter. MFE is …
(2026-06-17). Sunday 6/14: The Streetside Library. indybay.org in front of ye olde abandoned Half Price Books, | in Downtown Berkeley, | on 2036 Shattuck Avenue.
(2026-06-17). Tuesday 6/23: Enterprise Drop ICE! National Campaign Launch Call. indybay.org Zoom | us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_DN0N……
(2026-06-17). G7 powers make new war plans at Évian summit. wsws.org The G7 summit in Évian, France marks a further step in the collapse of…
(2026-06-17). Saturday 7/18: Election Kickoff Meeting: Volunteer with LWVSF for the November Election (in-person date). indybay.org Western Addition Branch Library, 1550 Scott St, San Francisco, CA 94115…
(2026-06-17). Chinese AI models roll out World Cup prediction features. ecns.cn As the 2026 FIFA World Cup brings together more nations, more matches and more excitement, a competition has intensified off the pitch among Chinas leading artificial intelligence models.
(2026-06-17). India Should Abandon Its Ethanol Illusion. wattsupwiththat.com Instead of pouring billions into government mandates, India should drastically increase purchases of American natural gas to bypass the geopolitical instability of the Middle East. The U.S. possesses vast reserves of this energy—dense fuel to power industry, make fertilizers that sustain crop yields, and reliably generate electricity.
(2026-06-17). West Coast Whale Entanglements Still High in 2025, 9 Seen in 2026 So Far. indybay.org SAN FRANCISCO, June 15, 2026 — Federal data shows that 33 whales were reported entangled in fishing gear off the U.S. West Coast in 2025. That's just one fewer than the 34 entangled in 2024, which was the highest number since 2018. At least nine whales have already been seen entangled in 2026, including two humpbacks entangled near Monterey, Calif., in late May.
(2026-06-16). Japanese auto giant to manufacture vehicles for Chinese brand. ecns.cn Japan's Nissan Motor recently announced that it signed a non-binding memorandum of understanding with Chery International UK, a subsidiary of China's Chery Automobile, paving the way for contract manufacturing of Chery vehicles at Line 1 of Nissan's Sunderland plant in the UK starting from April 2027.
(2026-06-16). AI clones spark debate on workplace ethics. ecns.cn Colin, 26, a student at Peking University, built an AI model based on his father, who died suddenly of a heart attack in 2021. What followed, he said, was a "long goodbye" he never had the chance to say.
(2026-06-16). 26 financial institutions sign on as direct participants with e-CNY Center International. ecns.cn Cross-border e-CNY (digital Chinese yuan) services have made new progress with 26 financial institutions signing on as direct participants with e-CNY Center International Co., Ltd. in Shanghai on Tuesday.
(2026-06-17). "Make Game of that which makes as much of Thee:" FitzGerald's Rubáiyát of Omar Khayyám 1:45. juancole.com Stanza 45 in the first edition of Edward FitzGerald's translation of The Rubáiyát of Omar Khayyám is perhaps the most scandalous of its verses. FitzGerald afterward had second thoughts about having included it, and omitted it from subsequent editions. He continued to tinker with his translation, adding new translations and omitting others, in each of the four editions he published during his lifetime. (A fifth edition appeared posthumously). | The Quarrel of the Universe let be :
| And, in some corner of the Hubbub coucht,
| Make Game of that which makes as much of Thee. | Quatrain 1: 45 could be inte…
(2026-06-17). Amazed by China's 'green project', South Korea netizens say anti-China critics are the frogs in well. ecns.cn South Korean netizens praised China's "Three-North Shelterbelt Forest Program" after public broadcaster KBS aired a feature titled "China Builds a 'Green Great Wall' to Battle Desertification."
(2026-06-17). Unidos MN: 'We Will Not Be Isolated! We Will Be Organized!'. wibailoutpeople.org 
June 16, 2026 Unidos MN Across the country, we're seeing what happens when those in power try to silence our communities and threaten us with fear tactics. Let's be clear: these actions are not random. This is what happens when our communities start building enough power to be seen as a threat. That's why we …
(2026-06-17). China's exports surge as domestic economy weakens. wsws.org Data released yesterday show that retail sales for May fell at the fastest rate since the end of 2022 when COVID restrictions were lifted and the virus swept through the country.
(2026-06-17). Slow Food: Carlo Petrini and the Social Justice Popes. juancole.com Oakland, Ca. (Special to Informed Comment; Feature) — The founder of
(2026-06-17). The 2026 China Dragon Boat Open through a Pakistani student's eyes. ecns.cn With the Dragon Boat Festival approaching, Areeba Fatima, a Pakistani international student, took part in the 2026 China Dragon Boat Open (Jingzhou Station, Hubei Province) and experienced the unique festive atmosphere.
(2026-06-17). Friday 6/19: The Logic of Freedom: a Juneteenth-inspired walking tour. indybay.org meet in the lobby of the American Youth Hostel | 312 Mason Street | San Francisco…
(2026-06-17). High-speed trains bring Dragon Boat Festival flavors to passengers. ecns.cn The railway operator launched a four-direction interactive event across its east, west, south and north routes, bringing local specialty zongzi (traditional sticky rice dumplings), agricultural products and festive traditions to passengers, while integrating folk customs, passenger services and rural revitalization promotion.
(2026-06-17). Australian and New Zealand governments boost anti-China military integration. wsws.org The two prime ministers reinforced the "closeness" of the countries' military, security and intelligence partnership amid escalating US-led preparations for war.
(2026-06-17). Financial Inclusion and the Rise of Alternative Lending Solutions. moguldom.com Financial inclusion is about making money services easier for more people to reach and use. It matters because not everyone fits the same financial profile, even when they work hard and manage their responsibilities. When traditional systems exclude people from basic financial options, small money problems can quickly become more stressful. Alternative lending has become …
(2026-06-17). Satellite images show 10 places where water is disappearing globally. aljazeera.com From lakes to rivers, freshwater is declining worldwide under rising climate and land pressure.
(2026-06-17). Chongqing's Rongchang revives intangible cultural heritage: Rongchang pottery refines artisanship, xiabu weaves a new chapter. ecns.cn Rongchang pottery, a traditional industry in Chongqing boasting a history of more than 800 years, is exported to over 30 countries and regions today.
(2026-06-17). Saturday 7/11: Stop The AI Race — Protest. indybay.org 12: 00 PM — Rally at OpenAI (1455 3rd St) | 12: 00 PM — Speeches at OpenAI | 1: 00 PM — Walk to Anthropic (500 Howard St) | 1: 45 PM — Speeches at Anthropic | 2: 15 PM — Walk to Google DeepMind (345 Spear St) | 2: 30 PM — Speeches at Google DeepMind…
(2026-06-17). US border officials arrest two Indian truck drivers smuggling drugs into Canada. ptcnews.tv PTC Web Desk: Two Indian-origin truck drivers have been arrested by US border authorities for allegedly attempting to smuggle drugs into Canada through separate border crossings.According to officials, Brampton resident Vaibhav Saxena was arrested last week at a Michigan border crossing after authorities discovered around 40 kg of poppy pods hidden inside a specially built compartment in his truck. Investigators said Saxena had been under surveillance for several days before the seizure.Border officers conducted a detailed inspection of the vehicle while he was attempting to enter Canada. During the search, they…
(2026-06-17). Free kitchen feeds Shanxi street sweepers. ecns.cn This year marks the association's 10th anniversary in providing free hot breakfasts to these hardworking men and women who sweep the streets clean, a testament to an unwavering commitment and heartfelt generosity.
(2026-06-16). China activates Level-IV emergency response following Qinghai earthquake. ecns.cn The office of the State Council earthquake relief headquarters and the Ministry of Emergency Management activated a Level-IV emergency response after a 6.3-magnitude earthquake struck northwest China's Qinghai Province on Tuesday.
(2026-06-17). Wednesday 6/17: Block the Bombs Phonebank. indybay.org Online | actionnetwork.org/events/block-the-bombs……
(2026-06-17). Saturday 6/20: Land, Villains, and Revolutionaries: a walking tour. indybay.org meet in the lobby of the American Youth Hostel | 312 Mason Street | San Francisco…
(2026-06-17). France: Discriminatory Police Fines Trap Youth in Debt. hrw.org Click to expand Image | A mother faces her sons' unpaid fine debt of tens of thousands of euros resulting from dozens of fines they received throughout their childhood, Paris, France, June 2026. | © 2026 Souleymane Fofana (Commeas) | French police issue on-the-spot fines for alleged public disturbance offenses to harass boys and young men perceived as Black, Arab, or North African and evict them from public space in their own neighborhoods.Children and young men have received fines that can grow to tens of thousands of euros, causing immense economic hardship, and social and economic exclusion.France shou…
(2026-06-17). How past 'terrorist' movements are often judged right by history. aljazeera.com Who decides which movements are remembered as terrorists and which are celebrated as agents of change?>
(2026-06-17). Hanfu gains fans among foreign students in immersive cultural experience. ecns.cn In recent years, the hanfu trend has continued to grow, with more international visitors experiencing the charm of traditional Chinese culture through hands-on activities and immersive interactions.
(2026-06-17). Death of Old Santa Cruz Funeral Wednesday, November 4, 2026 at the Town Clock. indybay.org Don't miss this exciting event!
(2026-06-17). Indian H-1B worker sues employer for forcing to pay Rs 94 lakh to keep US job, files lawsuit. ptcnews.tv PTC News Desk: An Indian tech worker in the US has filed a lawsuit in Texas, claiming that his employer forced him to pay nearly $100,000 to keep his job and maintain his legal immigration status.The | Indian H-1B worker sues employer for forcing to pay Rs 94 lakh to keep US job, files lawsuit…
(2026-06-17). Trump administration seeks to halt air pollution lawsuit against Musk's xAI. aljazeera.com US Department of Justice claims NAACP lawsuit threatens 'national, economic, and energy security'.
(2026-06-17). Wednesday 6/17: Webinar: International Movement Briefing: Mask off Maersk. indybay.org Zoom | us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_lmH7……
(2026-06-17). Smotrich says Israel taking control of Hebron. aljazeera.com Israeli Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich says Israel has transferred authority over Hebron to the army.
(2026-06-17). Brazil flaws exposed in heavyweight clash. ecns.cn Brazil and Morocco played out a 1-1 draw in the first heavyweight clash of the World Cup on Saturday, with the Africans confirming their potential while exposing familiar weaknesses in their opponent at a sold-out stadium.
(2026-06-16). Chinese president holds talks with Myanmar counterpart. ecns.cn Chinese President Xi Jinping held talks with President of Myanmar Min Aung Hlaing in Beijing on Tuesday.
(2026-06-17). Trump's Iran Ceasefire: Costly Return to Status Quo. juancole.com
(2026-06-17). "I'm already injured. Getting Ebola doesn't bear thinking about." The Kivus face a double crisis — conflicts and an epidemic. icrc.org
(2026-06-17). Frequently asked questions: Understanding the ICRC's neutrality. icrc.org
(2026-06-17). UN reports decline in cross-border fire in southern Lebanon. aljazeera.com
(2026-06-17). Georgia: Remains of eleven people missing in connection with 1992—93 armed conflict handed over to families. icrc.org
(2026-06-17). Food shortages spark scuffles outside supermarket in Bolivia. aljazeera.com
(2026-06-17). Wednesday 7/15: Election Kickoff Meeting: Volunteer with LWVSF for the November Election (online date). indybay.org
(2026-06-17). Mali: ICRC steps up support to people affected by armed violence. icrc.org
(2026-06-17). ICRC, Xinhua News Agency and Fudan University host Content Creators Forum on humanitarian storytelling and empathy. icrc.org
(2026-06-17). Trenton City Council votes to prevent its police department from assisting ICE. whyy.org
(2026-06-17). Democratic Republic of the Congo: Kimareki rebuilds a life beyond disability. icrc.org
(2026-06-17). Frequently asked questions: Our work in Mali. icrc.org
(2026-06-17). Frequently asked questions: Artificial Intelligence (AI) in the military domain. icrc.org
(2026-06-17). ICRC RED aircraft to operate from Jeddah to strengthen humanitarian access to Sudan. icrc.org
(2026-06-17). Egypt: States Convene in Cairo to Reinforce Respect for Rules of War Amid Rising Conflicts. icrc.org
(2026-06-17). Synergy in Action: IHL and Islamic Law for Humanitarian Outcomes. icrc.org
(2026-06-17). Supporters travel hundreds of miles for the Jews for Salah Vigil. wibailoutpeople.org
(2026-06-17). Minnesota Trade Unionists Among Those Targeted in Federal Indictments of ICE Observers. wibailoutpeople.org
(2026-06-17). Searching for people missing in connection with the 1992-1993 armed conflict continues. icrc.org
(2026-06-17). Know Your Rights Guide for Law Encounters You Have the Right to Remain Silent! wibailoutpeople.org
(2026-06-17). Latin America and the Caribbean: When seeking medical care is dangerous. icrc.org
(2026-06-17). Click to Care: Humanity in a Digital World. icrc.org
(2026-06-17). Penal repression of serious violations of international humanitarian law — Factsheet. icrc.org
(2026-06-17). Certificates and declarations of absence: A guidance note. icrc.org
(2026-06-17). Poland: High level briefing on IHL for the Polish ministries. icrc.org
(2026-06-17). Jordan: The Essay Competition on International Humanitarian Law. icrc.org
(2026-06-17). Sudan: ICRC RED aircraft makes first Port Sudan—Khartoum flight since war began. icrc.org
(2026-06-17). Ghosts of empire: A quarantine centre and Laikipia's colonial past. aljazeera.com
(2026-06-17). Sunday 6/28: Dean Wyrzykowski: Facing 31 Years in Prison for Saving Dogs. indybay.org
(2026-06-17). Ebola in the Democratic Republic of the Congo: Red Cross volunteers at the heart of the response in Bunia. icrc.org
(2026-06-17). The International Red Cross and Red Crescent Movement expresses concern over attack on Red Cross volunteers in Bunia, Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC). icrc.org
(2026-06-17). ICRC and Asian Development Bank formalize their first institutional partnership. icrc.org
(2026-06-17). Trump perdió la guerra contra Irán, afirma The New York Times. radiohc.cu En un editorial titulado "El presidente Trump perdió esta guerra", el consejo editorial de The New York Times argumentó que la guerra del presidente estadounidense contra Irán terminó en fracaso. | Declaró que "Irán emerge como el ganador estratégico de la guerra de cuatro meses", mientras que Estados Unidos "se ve más débil ante los ojos del mundo". | El consejo afirmó que Trump lanzó la ofensiva de forma temeraria, ignoró a sus aliados y las restricciones legales, y finalmente no logró los objetivos que prometió repetidamente, incluyendo la "victoria total y completa", la "rendición incondicional de Irán", un c…
(2026-06-17). G7: Lula advierte sobre persistente desigualdad global. radiohc.cu El presidente de Brasil, Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva alertó este martes en la reunión ampliada del G7 sobre la persistente desigualdad global, y reclamó mayor solidaridad internacional para financiar el desarrollo y enfrentar desafíos comunes. | Durante su intervención en la sesión dedicada al tema "Construir nuevas alianzas y reconstruir la solidaridad internacional", celebrada en la ciudad francesa de Evian, Lula defendió reformas en los mecanismos de financiamiento global y cuestionó la insuficiencia de las respuestas internacionales frente a las crisis contemporáneas.El mandatario sostuvo que desde 2003 la comu…
(2026-06-17). Argentina: Indio Solari y movimiento de masas… indybay.org Movimiento de masas y modelo socio-político. Breve especulación sobre los "Redondos" y "el Indio"
(2026-06-17). La injerencia de Trump en procesos electorales en América Latina. radiohc.cu Una constante en la política exterior de Estados Unidos es la intervención en los asuntos internos de otras naciones. | América Latina y el Caribe han sido objeto de esta práctica desleal y contraria al derecho internacional. | Desde la proclamación en 1823 de la conocida Doctrina Monroe, se autoproclamó Washington guardián del hemisferio occidental. Se sucederían en la región intervenciones militares, golpes de estado y presiones de todo tipo, entre ellas económicas. | Ya sea de forma abierta o encubierta han actuado los diversos gobiernos estadounidenses contra otros países, para imponer sus intereses geopolíti…
(2026-06-16). UK minister praises Pakistan's role in brokering US-Iran peace deal. tribune.com.pk 
British Parliamentary Under-Secretary for the Middle East, Afghanistan and Pakistan, Hamish Falconer, praised Pakistan's critical role in brokering a ceasefire between the United States and Iran. | "The news of a US-Iran deal is a hugely significant moment, and I am pleased to convey my personal thanks, and those of the UK, to Pakistan during my visit here in Islamabad. Pakistan has played a critical role in brokering this opportunity for regional stability, and we stand ready to work together to support a path to lasting peace," Falconer said during his two-day visit to Islamabad. | According to a statement i…
(2026-06-16). Strait of Hormuz shipping traffic may take few months to return to pre-war levels. tribune.com.pk 
The global energy chokepoint, the Strait of Hormuz, will see a gradual increase in ship traffic following the US-Iran peace deal, but the traffic of pre-war levels could take several months as uncertainties remain over the reopening of the vital waterway. | The war in the Middle East, beginning with the US and Israeli strikes on Iran on February 28, concluded with an agreement following negotiations. Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif said the US and Iran reached a deal on ceasing all military operations, including those in Lebanon. | US President Donald Trump said the Strait of Hormuz will be fully opened on Frida…
(2026-06-16). 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.
(2026-06-16). CIA director doubtful of Trump's Iran deal. tribune.com.pk 
CIA Director John Ratcliffe has told US President Donald Trump that the intelligence agency has serious doubts about an agreement with Iran, particularly Tehran's willingness to make a series of nuclear concessions, according to a report. | Axios reported on Tuesday that Ratcliffe, along with Secretary of State Marco Rubio and Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth, expressed concerns about the agreement, while Vice President JD Vance and US envoys Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner advocated for it. | The report said Trump and his advisers held a series of high-level meetings to discuss the deal. | Read: Netanyahu has t…
(2026-06-16). Trump says memo states clearly Iran will not have a nuclear weapon. al-monitor.com By Steve Holland, Bo Erickson and Doina ChiacuÉvian-les-Bains, France, June 16 (Reuters) – U.S. President Donald Trump on Tuesday told reporters at the G7 meetings in France that the memorandum of understanding with Iran states clearly that Iran will not have a nuclear weapon.Trump said that he will release the text of the U.S.-Iran memorandum in a formal setting.The president also said he likes the idea of sending the Iran deal to Congress for review, a request by some Republican lawmakers.
(2026-06-16). Iranian Officials Say Psychologists Helped Craft Messages to Trump During Negotiations. scheerpost.com Joshua Scheer Just a few months ago, investigative journalist Jeremy Scahill was reporting that the Trump administration appeared determined to force Iran into submission through military pressure, economic warfare, and demands that Tehran abandon key elements of its defense and nuclear programs. Iranian officials, meanwhile, insisted they would not capitulate and described Washington's negotiating strategy …
(2026-06-16). Hezbollah believes Iran will not sign final nuclear deal if Israel stays in Lebanon. al-monitor.com June 16 (Reuters) – Hezbollah said on Tuesday it believes Iran will not sign a final nuclear deal with Washington unless Israel withdraws from Lebanon, as Iran's top diplomat said Israel's continued troop presence in Lebanon would be considered a breach of the U.S.-Iran memorandum of understanding.Israeli troops still occupy a swathe of territory in southern Lebanon that they seized in their three-month air and land campaign against Hezbollah, which began after the Iran-backed group fired at Israel on March 2 in support of Tehran.
(2026-06-16). US ally strikes first: Has this nation decided to take on China without waiting for Trump, Hegseth. hindustantimes.com Taiwan has launched a new intelligence-reporting portal aimed at gathering information from Chinese nationals, marking a bold escalation in the shadow war between Taipei and Beijing. The move comes amid rising cross-strait tensions, growing espionage concerns, and fears of an intensifying intelligence battle between China and Taiwan.
(2026-06-16). Macron exposes Zelensky's irrelevance? G7's most awkward handshake & exchange. hindustantimes.com At the G7 in Evian‚Äëles‚ÄëBains, cameras caught a tense Macron—Zelensky moment that set social media buzzing. After a brief embrace, France's president appeared to cut the Ukrainian leader short with comments like "other business to do" and "I'm busy," feeding speculation over summit fatigue, clashing priorities and Ukraine's place on an agenda dominated by both Russia's war and the Iran crisis.
(2026-06-16). Saudi Riyadh Air wins US flight approval: What to know. al-monitor.com The approval follows Riyadh Air's first commercial flights as the carrier pushes to establish a foothold in lucrative global aviation markets despite industry turbulence linked to the US-Israel-Iran war.
(2026-06-16). Israeli Air Force Chief Says Major Attack on Iran Was Called Off Last Week. news.antiwar.com The head of the Israeli Air Force has said that a major strike on Iran using the "entire Air Force" was called off last week after Iran bombed northern Israel in response to Israel's strikes. Israel did launch strikes against Iran following the Iranian attack, but according to media reports, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu …
(2026-06-16). Trump presume en Francia de acuerdo de su país con Irán. radiohc.cu El presidente de Estados Unidos, Donald Trump, llegó este lunes al balneario francés de Évian-les-Bains para la Cumbre del G7 presumiendo del acuerdo alcanzado con Irán, tras meses de escepticismo y así lo evidenció ante la prensa. | Aunque en la agenda provisional del encuentro Trump sería el único mandatario en ser recibido por su par y anfitrión, Emmanuel Macron, este se saltó el programa. | Al encontrarse, después del estrechón de manos, las fotos (no se miraron), Trump en sus palabras dijo que ha tenido una "relación fantástica" con Macron y seguidamente dijo que "el acuerdo (con Irán) ya está firmado ª…
(2026-06-16). Trump Suggests Syria Should 'Take Care' of Hezbollah in Lebanon. news.antiwar.com President Trump on Tuesday suggested that Syria, which is led by former al-Qaeda commander Ahmed al-Sharaa, should "take care" of Hezbollah in Lebanon rather than Israel. The president said he was "not happy" with Israel's war in Lebanon, which has been supported by the US, due to the tactic of taking out entire apartment buildings, …
(2026-06-16). Syria take care of Trump criticizes Israel, leans on Sharaa to help in Lebanon. al-monitor.com President Donald Trump insisted he has a great relationship with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu but criticized the scale of Israel's strikes in Lebanon.
(2026-06-16). Pro-Israel Tories jump to Labour's defence with lies about Palestine Action. thecanary.co 
Keir Starmer's government has been doing its best to make an example of Palestine Action activists. And showing real unity with Labour on the topic of Israel's settler colonial genocide, prominent Tories have jumped to defend the dangerous crackdown on protest rights. Tory leader Kemi Badenoch and shadow home secretary Chris Philp are both very […] | By
(2026-06-16). Cuba reaffirms its stance in favor of decolonization before the United Nations. radiohc.cu The Cuban delegation to the United Nations reaffirmed its historic stance in favor of completely eradicating global colonialism. At the Special Committee on Decolonization (C-24), Ambassador and Alternate Permanent Representative of Cuba, Daylenis Moreno Guerra, emphasized that this work remains an outstanding task and a priority for the international community as long as there are peoples who have not achieved self-determination. | The diplomat argued that contemporary global crises, such as poverty, energy and food insecurity, the technological gap, and climate change, directly affect the development of non-sel…
(2026-06-16). Prensa Latina celebrates 67th anniversary with the incorporation of digital platforms and multimedia formats. radiohc.cu The Latin American news agency Prensa Latina celebrates its 67th anniversary on Tuesday, firmly established as one of the longest-running and most far-reaching news projects to emerge in Latin America during the 20th century. | Founded in Havana in 1959 at the initiative of then-Cuban Prime Minister Fidel Castro and Commander Ernesto "Che" Guevara, it was shaped by the Argentinian journalist Jorge Ricardo Masetti, who assumed the initial leadership and established its bureaus. | From the outset, it developed a news structure with a presence in multiple regions of the world and currently maintains correspondents i…
(2026-06-16). Convocan Pleno Extraordinario del Comité Central del Partido Comunista de Cuba. radiohc.cu El Buró Político del Partido Comunista de Cuba acordó convocar a un Pleno Extraordinario de su Comité Central, el miércoles 17 de junio de 2026. | De acuerdo con lo publicado en el sitio web de la organización política, el objetivo es evaluar propuestas de transformaciones económicas y sociales, enunciadas por el Primer Secretario del Comité Central del Partido y Presidente de la República, Miguel Díaz-Canel Bermúdez, en recientes declaraciones a la prensa.
(2026-06-16). Presidente de Cuba felicita a Prensa Latina por su aniversario 67. radiohc.cu El presidente de Cuba, Miguel Díaz-Canel, felicitó este martes a Prensa Latina por su aniversario 67 y destacó su papel como difusor de la verdad ante el avance del fascismo y la colonización cultural. | En un mensaje publicado en la red social X, el primer mandatario cubano subrayó que la labor de la agencia crece hoy ´cuando el imperio disfraza sus mentiras con alta tecnología ª. | Prensa Latina fue fundada el 16 de junio de 1959 por iniciativa del líder histórico, Fidel Castro, junto a Ernesto Che Guevara y Jorge Ricardo Masetti, con el objetivo de contar la verdad de la región desde una perspectiva…
(2026-06-16). Cuba reafirmó en ONU compromiso con inclusión y discapacidad. radiohc.cu Cuba reafirmó su compromiso con la plena implementación de la Convención sobre los Derechos de las Personas con Discapacidad durante la 19 ™ Conferencia de los Estados Partes, celebrada está última semana en la sede de las Naciones Unidas en Nueva York. | Según informó el portal del Ministerio de Relaciones Exteriores, Cubaminrex, la representante permanente alterna de Cuba ante la ONU, embajadora Daylenis Moreno Guerra, subrayó que el Estado concede la más alta prioridad al desarrollo integral, la inclusión social y la protección de los derechos de las personas en situación de discapacidad. | La diplomátic…
(2026-06-16). Extraordinary Plenum of the Central Committee of the PCC to be held on Wednesday. radiohc.cu 
The Political Bureau of the Communist Party of Cuba agreed to convene an Extraordinary Plenum of its Central Committee on Wednesday, June 17, 2026, to evaluate proposals for economic and social transformations, announced by the First Secretary of the Central Committee of the Party and President of the Republic, Miguel Díaz-Canel Bermúdez, in recent statements to the press. | (Taken from the PCC website) | IMAGE CREDIT: ACN | Taken from the PCC website | [ SOURCE: AGENCIA CUBANA DE NOTICIAS ]…
(2026-06-16). PNUD destaca proyecto de Resiliencia Urbana en Cuba. radiohc.cu El Programa de las Naciones Unidas para el Desarrollo (PNUD) en Cuba destacó este lunes la implementación del proyecto Resiliencia Urbana, enfocado en impulsar el diagnóstico técnico de edificaciones para mejorar la respuesta ante desastres. | La iniciativa desarrollada ha facilitado el equipamiento especializado para realizar evaluaciones, así como intervenciones constructivas para prevenir riesgos de colapsos, indicó la organización perteneciente al Sistema de Naciones Unidas en su perfil en Facebook. | En la capital cubana, el programa abarcó el enfoque de riesgo en el Plan Estratégico de la Vivienda del munic…
(2026-06-16). Israeli military takes more territory, kills two people in Gaza, medics and witnesses say. al-monitor.com By Nidal al-Mughrabi and Ebrahim HajjajCAIRO/GAZA, June 16 (Reuters) – An Israeli strike killed at least two Palestinians in the central Gaza Strip, health officials said, as residents of an area in the north of the enclave fled their homes after Israeli forces expanded their control in the territory.Medics said an Israeli strike near a residential building in the Nuseirat refugee camp, in the central Gaza Strip, killed two brothers, Ahmed and Mahmoud Abu Heen. The Israeli military did not immediately comment.
(2026-06-16). The UK's new PM must avoid Starmer's Gaza mistakes. newarab.com 
The Elections are only one component of a democratic system. Its health depends on human rights and legal protections being upheld without exception and enforced through effective checks on p…
(2026-06-16). 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.
(2026-06-16). Son of Gaza doctor Abu Safiya speaks out after appeal rejection. newarab.com 
The son of imprisoned In comments to The New Arab, Elias Abu Safiya said seeing his father appear before the court last week in a visibly weakened condition had left the family heartbroken. | The ruling means Abu Safiya, 53, will co…
(2026-06-16). As gastroenteritis spreads in Gaza, parents fear for children. newarab.com 
Abdul Hamid Abdul Muti thought the meal he had prepared for his family would offer a brief moment of normality amid life in a displacement camp. | Instead, within hours, the 44-year-old was doubled over with stomach cramps, vomiting repeatedly and suffering severe diarrhoea. | "I thought it would pass quickly, but the symptoms continued for days," he told The New Arab from al-Mawasi, west of Khan Younis in the southern Gaza Strip. | Days later, his wife and two children developed the same symptoms. | "When you see your children suffering in front of you, and you cannot provide proper treatment, you feel complete…
(2026-06-16). Over 850 Venezuelans Repatriated via Latest 'Return to the Homeland' Flights. orinocotribune.com Caracas ( This humanitarian initiative, governed on the US front by a 2025 bilateral framework, remains a critical lifeline for Venezuel…
(2026-06-16). Venezuela signs power deal with US energy giant. aljazeera.com Venezuela has signed an agreement with General Electric Vernova aimed at boosting electricity generation…
(2026-06-16). Venezuela's Acting President Makes New Cabinet Changes. orinocotribune.com Caracas ( The newly appointed minister will be responsible for strengthening public policies focused on environmental pr…
(2026-06-16). Venezuela and the Imperialist Offensive: A Conversation with Hernán Vargas (Part I). mronline.org 
Today, the United States is acting according to its own rules. On January 3, it sent a message not only to Venezuela but to the entire continent: it remains the most powerful military force on the planet, and it is prepared to use that force.
(2026-06-16). Venezuela firma acuerdo con compañía General Electric de EEUU. radiohc.cu El Gobierno de Venezuela, a través de la estatal Corporación Eléctrica Nacional (Corpolec), firmó este lunes en Caracas un acuerdo de cooperación con la empresa General Electric (GE) Vernova, de Estados Unidos. | La rúbrica del documento tuvo lugar en el Salón Sol del Perú del Palacio de Miraflores, sede de Gobierno, en presencia de la mandataria encargada Delcy Rodríguez, otros miembros del gabinete, el encargado de negocios de Estados Unidos en Caracas, John Barret, y la directiva de la compañía. | Delcy Rodríguez consideró la firma de este documento como "paso histórico" para el país al permitir la recuperació…
(2026-06-16). SA increases pledge in response to Ebola outbreak. sanews.gov.za SA increases pledge in response to Ebola outbreak | President Cyril Ramaphosa has announced that South Africa will increase its financial contribution to the Ebola response effort to US$13.5 million, reaffirming the country's commitment to supporting African nations affected by the outbreak. | President Ramaphosa, in his capacity as the African Union Champion for Pandemic Preparedness, Prevention and Response, made the announcement on Tuesday during a High-Level Virtual Meeting of Heads of State, Government and Partners on the Ebola outbreak. | The meeting was convened by the President of the Republic of Burundi…
(2026-06-16). Trump Administration Drops Effort to Halt Wind Energy Projects Across the US. truthout.org The Trump administration has abandoned its effort to halt wind energy projects across the United States and dropped its challenge to the court ruling that tossed President Donald Trump's order freezing federal permitting and leasing for wind projects. States that challenged the order hailed the development as one of the most significant legal victories against the Trump White House's campaign… |
(2026-06-16). DWP wastes money by reassessing amputees for PIP. thecanary.co 
The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) is wasting money by reassessing amputees in case their condition has improved. A damning report by anti-poverty charity, Z2K, has uncovered that hundreds of thousands of disabled people endure unnecessarily gruelling Personal Independence Payment (PIP) reassessments, despite their conditions being lifelong or progressive. The Prove It Again report […] | By
(2026-06-16). US Attorney Says 15 Members Of 'Minneapolis-Based Antifa Group' Have Been Arrested For Anti-ICE Violence. newsone.com 
Source: Anadolu / Getty | Now that the Trump administration's plan to offer an "anti-weaponization of lawfare" fund to MAGA morons who feel they've been legally discriminated against
(2026-06-16). Chinese government to release white paper on global governance. ecns.cn China's State Council Information Office will release a white paper titled "More Just and Equitable Global Governance: China's Principles, Proposals and Actions" on Wednesday morning.
(2026-06-16). Trump's Energy Agenda Is Being Undermined By His Own Justice Department. wattsupwiththat.com It is the kind of blunder that makes you wonder how it ever got this far. Trump's own Justice Department is undercutting the administration's effort to rein in federal climate overreach.
(2026-06-16). 'US military to build war-ready stockpile in Australia'. geo.tv 
The US Marine Corps War Memorial is seen in Arlington, Virginia, US on June 14, 2026. — AFP
(2026-06-16). Sajal Aly reflects on grief, healing in new social media post. tribune.com.pk 
In a deeply moving post, Sajal Aly took to social media to share a message of profound gratitude following an outpouring of support from fans and well-wishers. | Sharing a series of stills from her recent drama series, the actress addressed her followers directly, expressing just how much the love has meant to her during this time. "Overwhelmed with gratitude," she wrote. "Every message, every kind word, every bit of love has reached me." | View this post on Instagram | Beyond simply thanking her fans, she used her platform to extend a hand of solidarity to those silently struggling. | In a gentle reminder of…
(2026-06-16). For Second Time in 7 Months, Baby Formula Linked to Infant Botulism Is Recalled. truthout.org When ByHeart infant formula was linked to a nationwide outbreak of infant botulism last fall, the company encouraged its customers to switch to another premium whole milk formula made by Nara Organics. Now Nara Organics, which has promoted the "thousands of tests" it runs on every formula batch, is recalling all of its whole milk organic powdered infant formula after the Centers for Disease… |
(2026-06-16). China deploys first 24-hour rapid intensification forecast model for typhoons. ecns.cn The model, developed at the Shenzhen Institutes of Advanced Technology (SIAT), Chinese Academy of Sciences, recently completed operational deployment and real-world application testing at the country's National Meteorological Center.
(2026-06-16). Why Qatar vs Switzerland 2026 Football World Cup Match is a talking point. ummid.com Qatar vs Switzerland 2026 FIFA World Cup match Saturday June 13, 2026 ended in a draw (1-1) but the clash has still grabbed much of the headlines on the 3rd day of the football fans mega event.
(2026-06-16). Fujian's first nuclear power project marks successful dome hoisting. ecns.cn As Fujian's first nuclear power project, the Ningde Nuclear Power Project comprises six 1,000 MW generating units, which will be constructed in two phases.
(2026-06-16). 5 Top-Notch Compact Standing Desks for Small Study Nooks (Australia, 2026). moguldom.com The best compact standing desk for a small study nook in Australia is the Desky Dual Mini Sit Stand Desk. Where most compact desks are standard frames scaled down to fit smaller rooms, the Dual Mini was engineered specifically for small-space sit-stand use, making it the standout pick for Australians building a permanent nook rather …
(2026-06-16). Australian digital sovereignty. onlineopinion.com.au The EU is no longer just regulating Europe. It is exporting its digital rules to the world.
(2026-06-16). President reflects on youth employment initiatives. sanews.gov.za President reflects on youth employment initiatives | President Cyril Ramaphosa has outlined initiatives to tackle youth unemployment, while emphasising that government's overriding priority is to grow an inclusive economy that creates sustainable jobs at scale. | Speaking during the National Youth Day commemoration in Johannesburg on Tuesday, the President said: "First, we are expanding public employment, youth service and workplace experience. More than 5.7 million young people are now registered on the SA Youth.mobi platform. Of these, more than 2 million young people have gained access to earning opportunities…
(2026-06-16). Thursday 6/18: Tell Target to Stand Up To ICE! indybay.org Metreon Target: 789 Mission Street. Meet on the sidewalk by the Mission Street entrance.
(2026-06-16). Messi or Mbappe: Who will break the most goals record in FIFA World Cup? ummid.com As the 2026 Football World Cup is ongoing, fans are keeping a watch on Lionel Messi and Kylian Mbappe to see who will finally break the most goals record in FIFA World Cup currently held by Miroslav Klose.
(2026-06-16). California Town Lets Private ICE Detention Centers Police Themselves. scheerpost.com McFarland police don't respond to calls at detention centers, citing agreement with GEO Group. Crimes go uninvestigated, say attorneys and alleged sexual abuse victim. Robin Urevich for Capital and Main Two years ago, immigration attorney Mario Valenzuela visited a client at the Golden State Annex, a U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement detention center operated by the …
(2026-06-16). How D.C.'s Ballroom Culture Is Pushing Back Against Anti-Black and LGBTQ+ Attacks. capitalbnews.org 
WASHINGTON — "The category is femme boys!" As Nicko Garàßon announced the next field of contestants at the Equity Ball on Friday, participants in bold, metallic, futuristic dresses and military-inspired costumes stepped forward. A panel of the judges nodded in approval, handing out scores. The ball marked the first time Garàßon worked as an emcee, …
(2026-06-16). Thanks to Israel, Germany is now an international pariah. newarab.com 
June did not bring the long-awaited summer to much of Europe. And for Germany, the forecast was particularly grim. | Earlier this Perhaps Berlin had grown too confident that it forewent sufficient campaigning for the position. Or, the c…
(2026-06-16). Time for Trump to tell Benjamin Netanyahu to go away! strategic-culture.su By Philip GIRALDI | Join us on , , and . | Contact us: | Netanyahu always says "What you own belongs to me" | In addition to the regular…
(2026-06-16). Resistance, renewal and the future of the INDIA bloc. links.org.au 
The INDIA bloc needs a new impetus rooted in democratic resistance, unity, humility and renewed political purpose, argues Dipankar Bhattacharya.
(2026-06-16). Maharashtra 11th Admission 2026 CAP Round 2 Allotment Today, Check Here. ummid.com School Education and Sports Department Maharashtra is releasing on its official website 'mahafyjcadmissions.in' today i.e. Saturday June 13, 2026 CAP Round 2 Allotment List of the students who are seeking admission in Class 11 First Year Junior College (FYJC) for the year 2026.
(2026-06-16). Lebanon's displaced cancer patients face a war on two fronts. newarab.com 
Inside a narrow room in a Beirut displacement shelter, Fatima Bittar keeps the door slightly ajar. Not for air, but because she cannot afford to be alone if something goes wrong. | The 54-year-old widow was displaced from Since then, she's been keeping her distance from the other residents as much as the overcrowded school building allows. She has lymphoma, a compromised immune system, and no treatment plan that anyone here can h…
(2026-06-16). Indonesia Leverages BRICS to Boost Agricultural Modernisation. infobrics.org The government is leveraging Indonesia's BRICS membership to accelerate the modernisation of the agricultural sector, expand access to technology, and strengthen national food security…
(2026-06-16). Mississippi Cop Fatally Shoots 1-Year-Old Black Boy During Reported Shoplifting Incident. newsone.com 
(2026-06-16). Vast areas of coral reef could resist climate change: study. tribune.com.pk 
In the crystalline waters off Kenya's coast, coral reefs are thriving, evidence of a rare good news story in the battle to protect oceans from the ravages of climate change. | A new study presented at the Our Ocean Conference in Mombasa on Tuesday finds that 166,000 square kilometres of the world's coral reefs, around a third of the total, are particularly "climate-resilient", meaning they have the potential to survive through major ocean warming events. | The study by the Wildlife Conservation Society (WCS) and Macquarie University in Australia challenges the findings of the IPCC, the global authority on clim…
(2026-06-16). Ex-Ofcom chair defends GB News giving voice to 'white majority'. thecanary.co 
Michael Grade, the former chairperson at Ofcom, has defended the media watchdog's (lack of) handling of GB News under his leadership. He lionised the far-right propaganda outlet as "giving voice to a strong body of opinion in this country which has been ignored for years". As part of an interview with the Guardian, Grade tried to argue […] | By
(2026-06-16). FIFA World Cup 2026: "The beautiful game" in grip of Trump and financial oligarchy. wsws.org The tournament has been transformed into a platform for imperialist arrogance, militarism and anti-immigrant chauvinism by the Trump administration, without protest by FIFA and its co-hosts.
(2026-06-16). The Crisis of Global Britain. fpif.org Britain's recent local elections revealed more than a routine midterm backlash. Labour's heavy losses, the continuing erosion of Conservative support, and the rise of the far-right Reform UK point towards a deeper crisis unfolding within one of the West's traditional middle powers. Nearly a decade after Brexit, Britain still lacks both a coherent political settlement at home and a clear sense of its role abroad. | Across roughly 5,000 council seats contested in England, Labour lost more than 1,000 seats while Reform UK gained over 1,400 councillors, consolidating support from Essex to former industrial Labour str…
(2026-06-16). Pakistan eyes more global bond issues, sees budget upside from Iran deal. tribune.com.pk 
Pakistan could improve economic projections for 2027 after the end of the Iran war, but it is still too early to revise the budget, Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb told Reuters, hours after the US and Iran signed a deal to end the fighting. | Damaged energy infrastructure meant supply chains would take time to return to normal, after the conflict pushed inflation back into double digits, Aurangzeb said. | "We were looking at how we manage the second, third-order impact in case this conflict continues," he said. "The energy infrastructure has been hit. And the…
(2026-06-16). Muharram 1448 Moon Sighting in India, Bangladesh Today. ummid.com The Hilal Committees across India and Bangladesh have urged fellow Muslims to sight the New Moon or Crescent of Muharram 1448 today i.e. Tuesday 29th of Dhul Hijjah, corresponding to June 16, 2026, to confirm the start of the New Islamic Year.
(2026-06-16). Half Man: 'We're Beginning to Get a Better, Much More Nuanced Understanding… Vulnerability is a Part of Masculinity Now'. bylinetimes.com 
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| HM: Where do you think society is now at with the conversation on men and masculinity — both in terms of misogyny and violence against women and girls; and understanding vulnerability and abuse as it relates to men and boys?: | DC: It feels like we are at the beginning of the end of an intense, acute, response to some horrific news reports, experiences, and events of male violence against women and girls — the acute response was 'toxic masculinity', and…
(2026-06-16). Iran snatch draw in World Cup opener. tribune.com.pk 
Iran came from behind to snatch a 2-2 draw against New Zealand in their long-awaited opening game at the World Cup on Monday as European heavyweights Spain were frustrated in a shock stalemate by tiny tournament debutants Cape Verde. | After months of uncertainty surrounding their participation in the tournament following the war in the Middle East, all eyes were on the Iranians as they took on the New Zealanders in Group G at Los Angeles' SoFi Stadium. | Goals from Ramin Rezaeian and Mohammad Mohebbi secured a point for Iran after Elijah Just had twice fired New Zealand into the lead. | Afterwards Iran coach…
(2026-06-16). US sprinter Noah Lyles sets world best 150m time at Golden Spike meet. aljazeera.com Lyles clocks 14.67 seconds, edges Dambile of South Africa for gold while Australian teenager Gout Gout finishes third.
(2026-06-16). 'Makerfield Is the Right Seat for Andy Burnham to Contest — Precisely Because It Isn't Safe'. bylinetimes.com 
A little more than a month ago, Labour lost every council seat within the Makerfield constituency boundaries. Reform UK won with an That the Labour candidate, Andy Burnham, is now
(2026-06-16). Reform Councillors Pose with Banner Saying They'd 'Rather Vote for Jimmy Savile than Labour'. bylinetimes.com 
Two Reform councillors were photographed posing with a sign saying "I Would Rather Vote For Jimmy Savile Than Labour" during campaigning for the Makerfield by-election. | The Wigan councillors were pictured whilst campaigning for Reform's Rob Kenyon in the seat which Labour's Andy Burnham is hoping to win on Thursday. | Cllr Gemma Painter, the original poster, appears to have since deleted her Facebook profile, after…
(2026-06-16). The Rise, The Sacrifices, And The Victory Of Jalen Brunson. newsone.com 
Source: Gregory Shamus / Getty | In order to understand Jalen Brunson's sacrifice — the financial, emotional, and physical toll the lead guard made for the New York "championship" Knicks — you need look no further than his mom and Game 5 of the NBA Finals. | Brunson's mom, Sandra,
(2026-06-16). Behind the scenes, Qatar helped bridge the gap between US, Iran. newarab.com 
While Pakistan has been publicly credited with
(2026-06-16). Andaman and Nicobar Erupts Over Higher Education Reforms. ummid.com Students across the Andaman and Nicobar Islands have launched sustained protests against changes in the affiliation and administrative status of government colleges, arguing that the reforms threaten affordable higher education and create uncertainty regarding degrees, infrastructure, and future employment prospects.
(2026-06-16). Sinister Labour MP wants to 'finish the job' on assisted dying. thecanary.co 
The Labour MP who has launched another attempt to rush assisted dying through parliament has urged the Lords to 'finish the job'. Labour MP for Rochester and Strood Laura Edwards is attempting to push assisted dying through parliament again using dirty tricks. üö® BREAKING: The Assisted Dying Bill will be reintroduced to Parliament next week by […] | By
(2026-06-16). Honour the youth of 1976 through active citizenry : President. sanews.gov.za Honour the youth of 1976 through active citizenry : President | Marking 50 years since the Soweto uprising of 16 June 1976, this year's Youth Day commemorations coincide with other major milestones of freedom, underscoring that South Africa's democracy was built across generations. | "In addition to the 50th anniversary of the Soweto uprising, we also mark 70 years since the Women's March of 1956 and 30 years since the adoption of our democratic Constitution in 1996. Together these milestones remind us that freedom was built across generations," President Cyril Ramaphosa said on Tuesday in Johannesburg. | The you…
(2026-06-16). Is the fire of Europe starting in Belfast? strategic-culture.su Belfast is burning, and in its ashes lies the very question that Europe continues to evade: do we want to address the causes, or do we prefer to keep standing guard over the gasoline can? | Join us on , , and . | Contact us:…
(2026-06-16). Knicks owner Dolan gets some relief. tribune.com.pk 
The NBA title secured by the New York Knicks on Saturday could help salvage the legacy of franchise owner James Dolan, who has been accused of incompetence, personal vendettas and egocentrism for almost 30 years. | "The dumbest owner in sports," or "the Einstein of incompetence" ⚪ the 71-year-old has heard it all since taking the helm of the franchise in 1999 from his father, cable magnate Charles Dolan. | Under the younger Dolan's control, New York only made it to…
(2026-06-16). In photos: Saudi replaces Kaaba's kiswa to mark Islamic New Year. newarab.com 
The annual ceremony, one of the most significant events at Islam's holiest site, saw specialist teams remove the existing covering and install a newly crafted kiswa ahead of the first day of Muharram. | Saudi Arabia's General Authority for the Care of the Affairs of the Grand Mosque and the Prophet's Mosque said preparations b…
(2026-06-16). Sebastian Veg: Three Vistas of Hong Kong. newleftreview.org Sebastian Veg on Ming-Sho Ho, Be Water; Ching Kwan Lee, Forever Hong Kong; Edmund Cheng and Samson Yuen, The Making of Leaderful Mobilization. Studies of Hong Kong's 2019 protests.
(2026-06-16). Nigel Farage's 'White Minority' Prediction Came From the Racist Eugenics Movement. bylinetimes.com 
Reform UK leader Nigel Farage's Days after racist rioting erupted in Belfast, Farage released an essay claiming that the British state has turned against its…
(2026-06-16). Serena to play doubles with sister Venus at Wimbledon. tribune.com.pk 
Serena Williams will play at Wimbledon for the first time since 2022 after the American legend was given a wildcard to play the doubles event with her sister Venus on Tuesday. | Williams made a sensational return to tennis last week when she won her first-round doubles match at Queen's Club with partner Victoria Mboko. | The 44-year-old had not played professional tennis for four years after saying she was "evolving away" from the sport following the 2022 US Open. | But the 23-time Grand Slam singles champion was keen to play in front of her two young daughters and made the shock announcement of her return jus…
(2026-06-16). Saturday 7/11: Stop The AI Race — Protest on July 11. indybay.org 12: 00 PM — Rally at OpenAI (1455 3rd St) | 12: 00 PM — Speeches at OpenAI | 1: 00 PM — Walk to Anthropic (500 Howard St) | 1: 45 PM — Speeches at Anthropic | 2: 15 PM — Walk to Google DeepMind (345 Spear St) | 2: 30 PM — Speeches at Google DeepMind…
(2026-06-16). Trump Hegseth Storm Global Heating's Shores with Carbon Artillery. juancole.com (
(2026-06-16). Former Hainan vice-governor prosecuted for taking bribes. ecns.cn Ni Qiang, a former member of the Standing Committee of the Communist Party of China Hainan Provincial Committee and former secretary-general of the committee, has been prosecuted on suspicion of taking bribes, the Supreme People's Procuratorate said on Monday.
(2026-06-16). Worry About Climate Fearmongering — Not Climate Change. wattsupwiththat.com America's teenagers and young adults are experiencing a "troubling rise" in anxiety, depression, emergency room visits, suicidal thoughts and suicide, the Centers for Disease Control, psychological and psychiatric organizations, schools and other observers are reporting … yet again.
(2026-06-16). Civilian Return from Occupation: Addressing a Policy Challenge in Ukraine's EU Accession. bylinetimes.com A meeting of the EU—Ukraine Accession Conference on 15 June 2026 in Luxembourg formally Close to one million civilians remain in Ukrainian territ…
(2026-06-16). Racist White Woman Says All Black People Should Be Slaves Again In Viral KKKaren Video. newsone.com 
(2026-06-16). US using an Iranian smuggling tactic to sneak oil out of Gulf. newarab.com 
The The operation on the edge of the Two specific locations where the oil transfers take place were identified by 11 people familiar with the ope…
(2026-06-16). Is Pakistan using US weapons to kill civilians in Afghanistan? responsiblestatecraft.org After a month of calm, Pakistan carried out a fresh round of airstrikes across Afghanistan last week, killing at least 13 civilians and injuring 10 others, according to the
(2026-06-16). UK Court of Appeal confirms Palestine Action ban in landmark attack on democratic rights. wsws.org The fact that the ruling made specific reference to the war in Ukraine, NATO and the Five Eyes surveillance alliance makes clear the motivations behind the crackdown.
(2026-06-16). Trump Admin Wants to Make It Easier for White Men to Sue for Discrimination. theintercept.com 
The EEOC is moving to rescind a rule that has stood in the way of its politicized attacks alleging discrimination against white men.
(2026-06-16). Oxford debate with Tommy Robinson and assorted scum to go ahead. thecanary.co 
The Oxford Union Society (OUS) is set to go ahead with its postponed debate featuring notorious racists Tommy Robinson, Laurence Fox, and Jacob Rees-Mogg. And, that's in spite of urging to the contrary from community leaders and campaign groups. The OSU, though independent from the University of Oxford, draws much of its membership from the […] | By
(2026-06-16). Brazilian court convicts Eduardo Bolsonaro of courting US interference. aljazeera.com US placed tariffs on Brazilian goods and sanctioned judicial officials involved in trial of the father for coup plot.
(2026-06-16). WHYY Newscast for Tuesday, 11:00 a.m. whyy.org The latest local headlines from WHYY…
(2026-06-16). Ecuador: Prosecutor Shot and Killed. hrw.org Click to expand Image | Offices of the Attorney General's Office in Manta, Ecuador, January 29, 2024. | © 2024 API Ariel OCHOA | (Washington, DC) — A prosecutor in the Ecuadorian coastal city of Manta was shot and killed on June 14, 2026, the most recent in a series of killings of judicial officials in Ecuador, Human Rights Watch said today. Gloria Alexandra Bravo Cedeño is the third prosecutor to be killed in Manta since 2022. Ecuadorian authorities should ensure a prompt, credible, and impartial investigation into the death of the prosecutor and take urgent measures to protect judicial officials.A…
(2026-06-16). A universal basic income could rebuild social cohesion. independentaustralia.net 
(2026-06-16). Argentina vs Algeria: LIVE — World Cup 2026; Messi hat-trick. aljazeera.com All the updates, with full post-match reaction, following of our text commentary stream covering Messi's magical match.
(2026-06-16). Palestinian Bedouin villagers demolish homes after Israeli orders. aljazeera.com Palestinian Bedouins in Beersheba are demolishing their own homes after Israel issued demolition orders.
(2026-06-16). 107 MPs call for Special Administration of Thames Water as government blocks rescue deal. thecanary.co 
107 MPs, including 42 Labour MPs, have signed an open letter to Ofwat and the environment secretary, calling on them to reject the latest deal put forward by Thames Water's creditors, and bring the private water company into Special Administration. This comes as environment secretary Emma Reynolds has written to Ofwat to object to the […] | By
(2026-06-16). Can Hope Survive the War? The G7 Faces a Historic Test on Israel and Palestine. thinktank.pk For much of the past decade, discussions about the Israeli-Palestinian conflict have been dominated by violence, military operations, political deadlock, and diplomatic pessimism. The phrase "two-state solution" has increasingly been described as unrealistic, outdated, or politically impossible. Yet, just as many governments and analysts have begun questioning whether a negotiated peace remains achievable, an unexpected …
(2026-06-16). G7 finds on upping Russia pressure to end Ukraine war. al-monitor.com G7 leaders agreed on Tuesday to intensify pressure on Russia to end more than four years of war against Ukraine, with US President Donald Trump saying Moscow should "make a deal" and indicating Washington could re-impose waived sanctions.Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky joined the summit at the French resort of Evian, with both increased sanctions and the possibility of a face-to-face meeting between the Ukrainian leader and Russian President Vladimir Putin in discussion.
(2026-06-16). Iran head coach says team was ordered to leave US just after World Cup opener. tribune.com.pk 
Iranian National Football Team manager Amir Ghalenoei called his squad the "most repressed team in the whole World Cup," saying they were ordered to leave Los Angeles for their training base in Mexico, shortly after their Monday night opening match against New Zealand. | Ghalenoei said the team had expected to remain in the California metropolis overnight and carry out a recovery session the next day, but were instead told immediately after the final whistle that they must return. | "We spent so much time in the air commuting, they didn't even give us time to recover," he said through an interpreter, according…
(2026-06-16). Greg Brockman: Meet the ChatGPT billionaire funding Trump, Pushing A.I. and designing hi-tech weapons. mronline.org 
OpenAI is increasingly becoming a military contractor, as 21st century battlefields become progressively automated.
(2026-06-16). WHYY Newscast for Tuesday 9:00 a.m. whyy.org The latest local headlines from WHYY…
(2026-06-16). US Congress Approves Immigration Funding Despite Abuses. hrw.org Click to expand Image | A US Border Patrol Tactical Unit agent sprays pepper spray into the face of a protestor near the scene where a woman was shot and killed by a federal agent, in Minneapolis, Minnesota, January 7, 2026. | © 2026 Alex Kormann/The Minnesota Star Tribune via Getty Images…
(2026-06-16). Who is Vozinha, Cape Verde's viral goalkeeper at the World Cup? aljazeera.com From his hometown of Sao Vicente in Cape Verde, Vozinha has been his jersey name throughout his club career.
(2026-06-16). Iran Will Sign a Deal on Friday as the Winner, But Will the War Be Over? (Juan Cole). juancole.com Here is the interview Ian Masters conducted with me Monday at | Here is an computer-generated transcript, which I have manually tried to correct: | Ian Masters: Now, here's Juan Cole. He's a professor of Modern Middle East and South Asian history at the University of Michigan, and he has an article at Informed Comment, Welcome to background briefing, Juan Cole. | Juan…
(2026-06-16). More than half of Ukrainian soldiers use drugs — media. infobrics.org Recent report shows catastrophic situation of the Ukrainian army.
(2026-06-16). Loic Wacquant: Against Abolitionism. newleftreview.org A sociological critique of calls for the wholesale elimination of police, courts and prisons, arguing instead for a radical 'penal minimalism'—a better-funded system, with fewer suspects funnelled into it, and imprisonment a punishment of last resort.
(2026-06-16). Israel moves to tighten grip on Hebron and Ibrahimi Mosque area. newarab.com 
The Palestinian presidency has warned that a decision announced by the far-right The warning came on Tuesday after Smotrich announced the cancellation of planning and construction arrangements established under the Hebron Protocol, effectively stripping…
(2026-06-16). Sri Lanka: JVP-led government's broken promise on provincial council elections. wsws.org For nearly a decade, successive governments have refused to hold elections for the provincial councils in flagrant violation of the country's constitution.
(2026-06-16). In rare move, Israel seizes homes inside Palestinian Authority-controlled part of the West Bank, raising alarms over annexation. mondoweiss.net 
A military order signed in May 2026 authorizes Israel's first permanent base near Jenin inside Area A, the part of the West Bank under control of the Palestinian Authority. Israel has already begun displacing families who live there.
(2026-06-16). TS Inter 1st, 2nd Supplementary Results 2026 Out; Check Now. ummid.com The Telangana State Board of Intermediate Education Andhra Pradesh (TSBIE) has declared today i.e. Thursday June 11, 2026 on its official website tsbie.cgg.gov.in the result of the students who had appeared for TS Intermediate (Class 11 and 12) 1st and 2nd year 2026 Supplementary examinations.
(2026-06-16). David Oyelowo's 'Slave Accent' Comment Exposed An Ugly Diaspora Insult About Southern Black Speech. newsone.com 
Source: Robin L Marshall / Getty | So, according to British-Nigerian actor David Oyelowo, southern Black speech is just a Nigerian accent damaged by slavery. | That's fascinating, coming from a man whose people speak with the King's English lodged in their throats and wearing the empire's language like ancestral jewelry while pretending colonialism hasn't shaped their own linguistic world or their views of Black Americans. | And this is exactly why a
(2026-06-16). Another California refinery closure will threaten national and global economies. wattsupwiththat.com Jet fuel from refineries based in foreign countries face monumental logistical challenges to keep California airports open.
(2026-06-16). Recognition before rescue: a Fichtean case for harm reduction. onlineopinion.com.au Safe injection sites do not reward addiction. They refuse to make survival conditional on virtue.
(2026-06-16). Edward Said, My Grandfather, and the Problem of Home. publicbooks.org "Said's 'Reflections on Exile' summoned to mind the only 7 words my grandfather ever said to me about Ireland, where he had cousins he never knew: 'I don't think I'll go back there.'"
(2026-06-16). BRICS+: Uzbekistan Joining the NDB. infobrics.org The NDB has now approved 139 projects worth nearly $42 billion since its founding. It is growing, deliberately and methodically, bringing in new members from across the Global South…
(2026-06-16). Meet Oliver Larkin, the progressive hoping to flip Florida. newarab.com 
Oliver Larkin, a 33-year-old democratic socialist running for Congress in South Florida, thinks his state is on the verge of swinging blue. | It is a bold prediction for a state that has voted Republican in the last three presidential elections and whose small proportion of "For me, the people that I speak with meet me with curiosity," Larkin, a former labour union organiser, told The New Ara…
(2026-06-16). Bangladesh protests India 'questioning' PM's adviser at Delhi airport. geo.tv 
(2026-06-16). Scared of Russia-China 'joint army', Japan & EU get desperate for new drone amid Taiwan war fear. hindustantimes.com Japan moves to join Europe's Eurodrone programme to diversify drone supplies and boost maritime surveillance as China‚ÄëRussia training raises alarm in Brussels. What would Tokyo's participation mean for supply chains, NATO partners, and Indo‚ÄëPacific deterrence? Fast analysis of industrial roles, strategic autonomy, and the risks of deeper Beijing‚ÄëMoscow cooperation.
(2026-06-16). Iran says footballer's US visa expires after World Cup opener. newarab.com 
An Winger Mehdi Torabi was only issued a single-entry visa instead of the
(2026-06-16). Not All Daily Temperature Records Are the Same. wattsupwiththat.com It turns out that to get the really high temperatures in western Washington, the atmosphere needs to organize itself in a very specific way, generally with a strong upper-level ridge and offshore-directed flow at low levels.
(2026-06-16). Nine-year-old Australian girl, on holiday in Pakistan, shot dead by police. ptcnews.tv PTC News Desk: A family holiday in Pakistan turned tragic after a nine-year-old Australian girl was killed when police allegedly opened fire on a vehicle carrying her family, mistaking them for armed robbery suspects following a hostage ordeal. | The deceased has been identified as Hania Ahmed whose death prompted Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese to seek a "proper investigation" into the case. | Nine-year-old Hania, an Australian citizen, was tragically killed after police allegedly opened fire on a vehicle carrying her family during an operation against suspected robbers in Pakistan. | According to re…
(2026-06-16). 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.
(2026-06-16). Newsom Declares War On Behalf Of California's Billionaires. levernews.com 
(2026-06-16). A Labour minister is trying to get Zack Polanski arrested. thecanary.co 
On 15 June, we covered that minister Mike Tapp was gloating about Labour's latest victory over civil liberties. Specifically, Tapp was celebrating because a court ruled that the decision to brand Palestine Action a terror group can stand. And since then, he's attempted to goad Zack Polanski into publicly supporting the group: The fact that […] | By
(2026-06-16). Labour's authoritarian cabinet would be decimated in an election. thecanary.co 
The ruling Labour cabinet would face decimation if there was an election today. And if opponents to its left could join forces against the increasingly authoritarian Labour, the UK would stand a much better chance of stopping the far right from entering government and building on Keir Starmer's legacy of repression. üá¨üáß | Nowcast UK […] | By
(2026-06-16). World Cup predictions become new battleground for AI. ecns.cn As the 2026 FIFA World Cup brings together more nations, more matches and more excitement, a competition has intensified off the pitch among China's leading artificial intelligence models, which are being put to the test in predicting the results of one of the world's biggest sporting events.
(2026-06-16). SpaceX locks in $60b deal deal to buy AI start-up with Pakistani co-founder. tribune.com.pk 
Elon Musk's SpaceX, is buying the startup behind the popular AI coding agent Cursor, Anysphere, for $60 billion in an all-stock deal to boost its presence in the lucrative enterprise AI tools market. | Anysphere was cofounded by Pakistan-born Sualeh Asif. Tuesday's deal follows a blockbuster Nasdaq debut for the rockets-to-AI company last week, in which its valuation surged to more than $2 trillion. | The acquisition will give xAI, which was acquired by SpaceX in February, a stronger hold in AI coding, one of the first areas where companies have turned AI into a real source of revenu…
(2026-06-16). Bolivia, Past and Present, with Laborers and Revolution. mediasanctuary.org The Bolivian "worker citizens" were crucial for the Bolivian Revolution of 1952. Scholar, professor, and author of "The Limits of Revolution: Worker Citizens in a Bolivian Mining City" Elena McGrath, wrote this book based off of field work, oral interviews, and extensive archival research. This part 1 of the interview focuses on the book and the Bolivian Revolution. Tune in to part 2 for a look at current events in Bolivia. Interview by Sina Basila Hickey.
(2026-06-16). CFF Bharat: Whose Baby is This, Anyway? ummid.com 'Muslim intellectuals' looking for salvation at the altar of RSS must not forget that Muslims/Islam or other minorities in India can survive only when Indian democratic-secular-egalitarian polity framed under the guidance of Dr. BR Ambedkar survives.
(2026-06-16). MSF sacks 18 staff over abuse of Sudanese refugees in Chad. newarab.com 
Dozens of The medical charity, which goes by its French acronym MSF, said it had launched a series of investigations into "serious allegations of sexual exploitation and abuse" put forward in la…
(2026-06-16). Is Atlanta's Downtown Revival Finally Reaching Everyday Residents? moguldom.com Downtown Atlanta is having a moment. Cranes dot the skyline, new restaurants are opening their doors, and billions of dollars are flowing into corridors that looked very different just a decade ago. But as the city sprints toward hosting the 2026 FIFA World Cup, a real question lingers: Is any of this actually landing for …
(2026-06-16). Gohar Rasheed's playful birthday post for Kubra Khan delights fans. tribune.com.pk 
Actor Gohar Rasheed took to social media to celebrate the birthday of his wife, Kubra Khan, sharing a playful tribute that offered fans a glimpse into their off-screen dynamic. | Sharing a series of candid photos and videos, Rasheed described Kubra as the life of the party and expressed gratitude for her presence in his life. "Thank you for being a crazy, kind-hearted, beautiful human. Lucky to be your partner, K. Happy birthday, my love. May all your dreams come true," he wrote. | View this post on Instagram | He accompanied the message with a carousel of images and clips showing Kubra enjoying time with peng…
(2026-06-16). Iran's World Cup opener exposes rifts within diaspora community. newarab.com 
Iran's Ahead of the World Cup, FIFA…
(2026-06-16). Klopp criticised for Nagelsmann jibe. tribune.com.pk 
Former Germany players have hit out at Jurgen Klopp for comments he made about national coach Julian Nagelsmannwhile working as a pundit covering the 2026 World Cup. | Former Liverpool manager Klopp has been employed as a TV pundit alongside former Germany and Bayern Munich midfielder Thomas Mueller for the duration of the tournament. | In the lead-up to Germany's opener against Curacao, Klopp was critical of Nagelsmann's starting line-up. | The 59-year-old manager said he would have chosen a different XI and added "luckily, Julian Nagelsmann is still picking the team ⚪ for now." | Klopp stepped down from clu…
(2026-06-16). Donald Trump Has Nothing To Show for His War With Iran. portside.org Donald Trump Has Nothing To Show for His War With Iran |
(2026-06-16). Bujrjeel Holdings announces Dh10 mn package for Indian/SL expats died in accident. ummid.com The UAE based Burjeel Holdings of Dr Shamsheer Vayalil has announced a Dh10 million package for the families of the Indian and Sri Lankan expatriates killed in a road accident in Dubai three days ago.
(2026-06-16). Somaliland president visits Israeli Knesset on tour. aljazeera.com Somaliland's President is on a 'historic' tour of Israel, where he's opened an embassy and visited the Knesset.
(2026-06-16). Trump and GOP face new scrutiny over Social Security retirement age threat. nationofchange.org Democratic senators are pressing the president to say whether he would veto benefit cuts, as the program's 2032 funding deadline becomes a flashpoint in the fight over retirement security.
(2026-06-16). US Air Force B-52 crashes in California. aljazeera.com Eight people are believed to have died after a US Air Force B-52 Stratofortress crashed shortly after takeoff…
(2026-06-16). Tianjin boosts status as BCI powerhouse. ecns.cn A dedicated industrial cluster for brain-computer interface was recently inaugurated in Tianjin, which will greatly accelerate the large-scale industrial application of research achievements in noninvasive BCI technologies, experts said.
(2026-06-16). President pays tribute to global jazz icon Abdullah Ibrahim. sanews.gov.za President pays tribute to global jazz icon Abdullah Ibrahim | President Cyril Ramaphosa has expressed profound sadness at the passing of cultural activist, global jazz icon and member of the Order of Ikhamanga, Abdullah Ibrahim. | "Our nation mourns the passing of an international icon and global citizen whose profound creations honoured the South Africa that shaped his political commitment and musical brilliance," the President said on Monday in a statement. | Ibrahim passed away at the age of 91, concluding a life in music that spanned jazz genres and geographies. | As a pianist, composer, arranger and mentor,…
(2026-06-16). Tulsi Gabbard Revives Russian Disinformation Campaign About Ukraine Biolabs. bylinetimes.com On 12 June, the outgoing Director of National Intelligence (DNI), Tulsi Gabbard, Gabbard claimed that the documents revealed never-before-seen declassified intelligence about the US establishing laboratories in Ukraine to study dangerous pathogens, but a quick glance at the documents says otherwise. | In reality, the doc…
(2026-06-16). Japan comes from behind twice to clinch 2-2 draw with the Netherlands. ecns.cn Virgil van Dijk celebrates scoring the Netherlandsfirst goal against Japan during a World Cup Group F match in Arlington, Texas, on Sunday.[Photo/Agencies].Japanese players celebrate their sides second goal against the Dutch.[Photo/Agencies].
(2026-06-16). Syrian Government Pledges Protection for Children with Disabilities. hrw.org Click to expand Image | A girl walks to school at an Internally Displaced Persons (IDP) camp in the northwestern Idlib province in Syria, near the Bab al-Hawa border crossing with Turkey, on January 6, 2023. | © 2023 Rami al Sayed/AFP via Getty Images…
(2026-06-16). Nelson Mandela Bay commemorates Youth Month through empowerment initiatives. sanews.gov.za Nelson Mandela Bay commemorates Youth Month through empowerment initiatives | As South Africa marks the Golden Jubilee of the 1976 Soweto Uprising, Nelson Mandela Bay Municipality remains committed to honouring the legacy of the young people who fought for freedom by investing in programmes that create pathways for growth, participation and success for today's generation. | The municipality has joined the nation in commemorating Youth Month and the 50th anniversary of the historic June 16 uprising through a range of programmes aimed at empowering young people, promoting social inclusion and creating opportunities…
(2026-06-16). Talk World Radio: What Could Hawaii Be Without the U.S. Military? warisacrime.org 
AUDIO: Talk World Radio is recorded on Zoom. Here is this week's video and all the videos on Youtube. VIDEO: This week on Talk World Radio we're talking about what the U.S. military does to Hawaii and what Hawaii could be without a massive military occupation. Our guest, Christine Ahn, is an Associate Fellow at …
(2026-06-16). Did Jared Kushner Inadvertently Touch Off an Albanian Revolution? portside.org Did Jared Kushner Inadvertently Touch Off an Albanian Revolution? |
(2026-06-16). Corporate thugs open fire on miners in Türkiye. wsws.org Company thugs opened fire on the àñz≈üen Mining workers and their families, who were staging a sit-in to demand payment of their wages.
(2026-06-16). As France Hosted Arab Leaders on Iran, Why Was Pakistan Left Out? thinktank.pk When French President Emmanuel Macron invited the leaders of Egypt, Saudi Arabia, Qatar, and the United Arab Emirates to join special G7 discussions on the Middle East crisis, many observers noticed one significant absence: Pakistan. The invitations were specifically designed to address the rapidly evolving US-Iran conflict and broader regional stability concerns. Yet Islamabad, a …
(2026-06-16). France's G7 Summit: Can Macron's Diplomacy Change the Middle East? thinktank.pk The 2026 G7 Summit in Évian-les-Bains, France, has emerged as far more than a routine gathering of the world's leading industrialized democracies. With wars raging in Ukraine, tensions lingering across the Middle East, and global energy markets still recovering from recent shocks, French President Emmanuel Macron is attempting to position France as a bridge-builder in …
(2026-06-16). Nonconsensual Drug Testing Has Criminalized Tens of Thousands of Pregnant People. truthout.org New York had the chance to make history in more arenas than basketball this June. Earlier this month, the New York Senate passed the Maternal Health, Dignity and Consent Act, becoming the first legislative chamber in the country to pass legislation that would require informed consent for drug testing of pregnant people. But despite that promising step, the state has once again failed to protect… |
(2026-06-16). N.J. breastfeeding service providers face pay cuts with UnitedHealthcare insurance's lactation billing change. whyy.org From Philly and the Pa. suburbs to South Jersey and Delaware, what would you like WHYY News to cover? Lactation consultants who visit families at home to provide breastfeeding support services and care are currently able to bill UnitedHealthcare twice per visit: once for the mother and again for the infant. | This nets New Jersey lactation consultant Danielle Tropea about $250. That amount is supposed to cover her travel time and expenses, the 90 minutes or more she spends with mothers and their babies, and health care supplies that she uses and distributes on these visits.
(2026-06-16). The Real Competition Behind the U.S Coal Revival. wattsupwiththat.com The question is not whether coal remains part of the energy system. It is how the U.S. builds the reliable, affordable and secure energy system needed to support AI, strengthen industry and compete in an increasingly energy-intensive world.
(2026-06-16). National conference on Party building held in Beijing. ecns.cn According to the conference, since the 18th CPC National Congress in 2012, the CPC Central Committee with Xi Jinping at its core has set forth a series of new ideas, thoughts and strategies in addressing the major questions of the times ⚪ what kind of Marxist party exercising long-term governance should be built, and how such a party should be built.
(2026-06-16). Monday 6/15: No Monarchs Monday: Weekly Protest at Tesla in San Francisco. indybay.org At the Tesla Dealership, 999 Van Ness (corner of Van Ness and O'Farrell), San Francisco…
(2026-06-16). ENLACES de Red Latina sin fronteras 11.06.2026. indybay.org ENLACES de Red Latina sin fronteras 11.06.2026 | comunicaciones e información para la liberación…
(2026-06-16). The 'super El Niño' is here. What happens next could upend food systems worldwide. grist.org 
The oceanic phenomenon known as El Niño, which increases temperatures worldwide, has officially begun, Meteorologists have warned that this could be the strongest El Niño
(2026-06-16). Exclusive-Iran deal includes $300 billion fund, more than half of which already committed, source says. al-monitor.com By Andrew Mills, Maha El Dahan and Parisa HafeziDUBAI, June 16 (Reuters) – A $300 billion private fund designed to trigger investment into Iran is outlined in the U.S.-Iran framework agreement and more than half that sum has already been committed, a source with direct knowledge of the deal told Reuters.The fund is designed to give both sides an economic incentive to conclude a final deal, said the source, who spoke on condition of anonymity because the plan has not yet been announced as Washington and Tehran prepare to sign on Friday.