(2026-07-07). Wild Khamenei funeral visuals: $100m bounty posters offer prime land to whoever delivers Trump &…. hindustantimes.com Large crowds gathered in Tehran during the funeral ceremonies for Iran's late Supreme Leader, with some mourners displaying anti-U.S. and anti-Israel banners, chanting slogans, and carrying posters targeting U.S. President Donald Trump and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. The emotionally charged event featured calls for retaliation from attendees, reflecting heightened public anger following recent regional tensions.
(2026-07-07). Is Iran next move hiding in plain sight? Ghalibaf meet delivers warning Trump should not ignore. hindustantimes.com Iranian Parliament Speaker and chief negotiator Mohammed Bagher Ghalibaf met Hezbollah leaders in Tehran on the sidelines of the late Supreme Leader's funeral, reiterating that Iran would maintain both diplomatic engagement and military preparedness. The meeting comes amid fragile regional ceasefire efforts and renewed scrutiny over Tehran's ties with Hezbollah, as negotiations with the U.S. continue alongside heightened tensions involving Israel and Lebanon.
(2026-07-07). Khamenei's funeral continues, while tensions simmer in Hormuz. newarab.com 
Welcome, | Here are the key updates of the day: | Funerary ceremonies for Iran's late Supreme Leader Khamenei are underway in the holy city of Qom
| Tensions have slightly increased in the Hormuz after reports of two tankers coming under attack overnight. The UK's maritime agency noted that one of the tankers off the coast of Oman has been hit by an unknown projectile, causing a fire with no casualties
| Israeli attacks continue on Gaza and Lebanon, despite alleged "ceasefires" and other agreements. In Gaza, Hamas announced it has dissolved the government as a step forward for the coastal enclave…
(2026-07-07). Angola and Cuba review bilateral relations. radiohc.cu Angolan Secretary of State for Foreign Affairs Esmeralda Mendonàßa received Cuban Ambassador to Angola, Oscar León, on Monday to discuss the state of bilateral relations. | Both sides addressed issues of common interest and reaffirmed their shared commitment to continue strengthening the historic bonds of friendship, solidarity, and cooperation that characterize relations between the two peoples and governments, the Caribbean nation's diplomatic mission stated on its Facebook page. | According to the source, Secretary of State Esmeralda Mendonàßa reaffirmed the importance Angola places on its relation…
(2026-07-06). China's first batch of quake relief supplies arrives in Venezuela. ecns.cn The first batch of emergency humanitarian relief supplies provided by the Chinese government to Venezuela arrived Monday at Simon Bolivar International Airport in Maiquetia, near the Venezuelan capital Caracas. Venezuelan Foreign Minister Yvan Gil and Chinese Ambassador to Venezuela Lan Hu received the supplies at the airport.
(2026-07-06). Guangdong police recover over $14 million from fake investment scams in H1. ecns.cn Police in south China's Guangdong Province recovered more than 100 million yuan (about $13.94 million) lost to bogus online investment and wealth-management scams in the first half of this year, the provincial public security department said.
(2026-07-06). Chinese automaker boosts South African employment. ecns.cn Chinese automaker Chery has formally taken over the Rosslyn vehicle manufacturing plant in Pretoria, marking its shift in South Africa from importing vehicles to building them locally.
(2026-07-07). Morocco prevents attacks by cell loyal to Islamic State in Sahel. newarab.com 
Ten suspects were arrested in coordinated operations in the cities of Agadir, Taroudant, Casablanca, Hajeb, Tetouan, Fqih Ben Salah and Safi, the agency, known as the Central Bureau for Judicial Investigations (BCIJ), said in a statemen…
(2026-07-06). 2 dead, 55,000 affected as floods hit South China's Guangxi. ecns.cn Two people were killed and about 55,000 others affected after torrential rains triggered flooding and breaches at several reservoirs in Nanning City, the capital of south China's Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region, local authorities said at a news conference on Monday.
(2026-07-07). Netanyahu coalition challenge to Supreme Court reignites dispute. newarab.com 
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's government has threatened to fight a Supreme Court order regarding a media regulator, reigniting a judicial dispute that shook Israel in the months leading up to The decision comes ahead of a national election expected by late October. | WHAT DID THE GOVERNMENT SAY?: | In a statement on Sunday, the government said that a June 17 ruling by the Supreme Court regarding the composition of the Second Authority for Television and Radio was a clear…
(2026-07-07). UN aid chief, RSF leader hold call on besieged Sudanese city. newarab.com 
The UN aid chief held a phone call Monday with Tom Fletcher spoke to Mohamed Hamdan Daglo, the head of the Rapid Support Forces, "to discuss the escalating hostilities in Sudan, including in El-Obeid in North Kordofan", the UN humanitarian agency OCHA said in statement. | Fletcher stressed the need to maintain safe access for humanitarians to reach those in need,…
(2026-07-07). Stefanovic double standard exposed. independentaustralia.net 
(2026-07-06). Malaysia's rackdown on illegal gambling: over 500 arrested during FIFA World Cup 2026. ecns.cn As the World Cup advances to the Round of 16, illegal football betting has boomed across Malaysia, prompting stepped-up police crackdowns.
(2026-07-06). Chengdu-Hong Kong-Macao Youth Vitality Week kicks off with drone soccer. ecns.cn The 2026 Chengdu-Hong Kong-Macao Youth Vitality Week opened in Chengdu on Monday, bringing together 66 students and teachers from the three regions for a week-long exchange built around drone soccer, an emerging tech-driven sport.
(2026-07-06). Factory fire in East China's Shandong kills four. ecns.cn A fire broke out at a factory in the coastal city of Weihai in east China's Shandong Province on Monday, killing four people, local emergency management officials said.
(2026-07-06). China's Tianwen-2 probe rendezvouses with target asteroid. ecns.cn China's Tianwen-2 asteroid probe has successfully rendezvoused with the near-Earth asteroid 2016 HO3 and begun conducting scientific observations, according to the China National Space Administration.
(2026-07-06). WRC 2026 to be held in Beijing in August. ecns.cn The 2026 World Robot Conference (WRC) will be held in Beijing from August 19 to 23, featuring more than 300 exhibiting companies and over 2,000 exhibits, organizers announced at a press conference on Monday.
(2026-07-06). Xi, Montenegro's president exchange congratulations over 20th anniversary of ties. ecns.cn Chinese President Xi Jinping and Montenegrin President Jakov Milatovic on Monday exchanged congratulations on the 20th anniversary of diplomatic ties between the two countries.
(2026-07-07). Government twists student visa policy to chase migration targets. independentaustralia.net 
(2026-07-06). China allocates $23.5 mln for disaster relief. ecns.cn China's Ministry of Finance and Ministry of Emergency Management have jointly allocated 160 million yuan (about 23.5 million U.S. dollars) for flood and geological disaster relief in six provincial-level regions including Guangxi, Hunan, Liaoning, Jilin, Anhui, and Shandong.
(2026-07-06). 24 solar terms: Minor Heat. ecns.cn An old Chinese saying describes this period as a time when the heat lingers day and night, while people have long made use of the strong sunshine to dry clothes, reduce dampness, and promote well-being.
(2026-07-06). China willing to maintain high-level exchanges with Norway: FM. ecns.cn China is willing to maintain high-level exchanges with Norway and consolidate the political foundation of bilateral relations, Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi said on Monday, as reported by Xinhua News Agency.
(2026-07-06). Norway ready to expand cooperation with China: PM. ecns.cn Norway looks forward to maintaining the momentum of high-level exchanges with China, expanding cooperation in emerging areas such as the green economy and artificial intelligence, strengthening communication and coordination on international and regional affairs, supporting the United Nations in playing its central role, and upholding multilateralism, Norwegian Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Store said on Monday, as reported by Xinhua News Agency.
(2026-07-07). Pakistan mediating Libya unity push as rival camps seek deal. newarab.com 
(2026-07-06). 8 dead, 1 missing after thunderstorms, gales hit central China's Hubei. ecns.cn Eight people were killed and one remained missing after thunderstorms and gales brought by severe convective weather hit the eastern part of central China's Hubei Province on Monday night, according to the province's emergency management authorities.
(2026-07-06). Chinese memory chip shares jump as SK Hynix prepares for U.S. listing. ecns.cn Chinese memory chip stocks rallied on Monday, fueled by strong market optimism surrounding the upcoming U.S. listing of South Korean chipmaker SK Hynix and sustained growth in the global semiconductor market.
(2026-07-07). These 4 Black L.A. Businesses Are Stepping Up Against Food Deserts in Their 'Hoods. lataco.com From a curated farmers market on wheels to visiting local community gardens, these organizations are combatting inequity with fresh produce and education.
(2026-07-07). Egypt's hidden S-300VM exposed after months: Is Cairo flexing unbreakable sky shield to Bibi. hindustantimes.com Egypt unveils the "Octagon" — a hardened, AI‚Äëenabled C4ISR hub — and publicly rolls out its S‚Äë300VM Antey‚Äë2500 air‚Äëdefence system alongside Apache, Ka‚Äë52, MiG‚Äë29M, F‚Äë16 and Rafale jets. This video explains how Cairo's new HQ and missile shield aim to create an unbreakable sky wall and reshape regional deterrence.
(2026-07-07). Discrimination is not always the moral and commercial wrong it is made out to be. onlineopinion.com.au In effect, anti-discrimination laws and expensive associated entitlements are promoting the very type of discrimination they seek to prevent.
(2026-07-06). Millions of livestock on the move: Xinjiang's epic summer migration. ecns.cn Every summer, as temperatures rise and mountain snow melts, a spectacular scene unfolds across Xinjiang, China. Millions of cattle, sheep, and horses embark on an ancient journey from spring pastures to lush high-altitude summer grazing lands.
(2026-07-06). Malaysia: No Diesel Subsidies for Tourist Buses. ecns.cn Malaysia's government has ruled out including tourism vehicles such as tour buses in its targeted diesel subsidy programme, stressing that public subsidies are designed to benefit local citizens rather than fund foreign tourists with taxpayers' money.
(2026-07-06). Shanghai-Hong Kong innovation project selection holds offline bootcamp focusing on AI, biotech. ecns.cn The 2026 Shanghai-Hong Kong Innovation Project Selection Offline Bootcamp took place in Shanghai on Monday, centered on turning advances in artificial intelligence and biomedicine into commercial applications.
(2026-07-06). Xi congratulates Keiko Fujimori on election as Peruvian president. ecns.cn Chinese President Xi Jinping on Monday congratulated Keiko Fujimori on her election as president of Peru.
(2026-07-06). China launches 92 new international air cargo routes in H1. ecns.cn China opened 92 new international air cargo routes in the first half of this year, with over 210 round-trip flights added per week, the China Federation of Logistics and Purchasing said Monday.
(2026-07-07). From utopia to branding: what happened to the fairy tale? onlineopinion.com.au The greatest fantasy changes how we see reality. Today's often just changes the merchandise.
(2026-07-05). Israel accused of 'stealing' Ben Jerry's ice cream. thecanary.co 
Israel and Unilever reportedly collaborated in order to bypass a boycott call by the anti-genocide founders of Ben & Jerry's ice cream. Ben Cohen and Jerry Greenstein called for an end to the sale of their products in Israel. Cohen was even arrested after disrupting a US Senate sitting to demand action to protect Palestinian children. […] | By
(2026-07-06). Iran fires missiles at commercial ships in Strait of Hormuz, Axios reports. al-monitor.com By Enas Alashray and Mrinmay DeyJuly 6 (Reuters) – Iran's Revolutionary Guards fired at least two missiles at commercial ships transiting through the Strait of Hormuz on Monday night, Axios reported, citing two U.S. officials.Two commercial ships suffered significant damage but had no casualties, the report said, citing a U.S. official.Separately, Britain's maritime security agency said a tanker caught fire after being hit by an unknown projectile east of Oman's Limah early on Tuesday.
(2026-07-06). Russia's Rosatom says staff to return to Iran's Bushehr nuclear plant: What to know. al-monitor.com Russia evacuated hundreds of personnel from Bushehr after the start of the US-Israel-Iran war, but it has pledged to continue helping Iran develop its nuclear capabilities.
(2026-07-06). A Time to Stop Laughing: Trump Policies and Nuclear War. moderndiplomacy.eu "The man who laughs has simply not yet heard the terrible news."- Bertolt Brecht On April 7, 2026, after launching an American war against Iran,[1] US President Donald J. Trump threatened: "A whole civilization will die tonight." This declaration and several subsequent threats (e.g., "We will bomb you back to the Stone Age") displayed mens …
(2026-07-06). MBS on notice: Houthis release chilling video threatening war on Saudi Arabia, train underground…. hindustantimes.com Tensions between the Iran-backed Houthis and Saudi Arabia have escalated after the Yemeni group issued fresh threats against the Kingdom following Riyadh's warning of retaliation. Houthi spokesperson Yahya Saree vowed to target Saudi airports and strategic assets if Yemen is attacked, while newly released footage showed Houthi fighters training inside an extensive tunnel network and preparing for future combat operations.
(2026-07-06). Headlines for July 6, 2026. democracynow.org Millions Join Funeral Procession for Iranian Supreme Leader Assassinated in U.S. Strike, Israel Continues Attacks on Lebanon Despite U.S.-Brokered Ceasefire, Dozens Killed in Yemen as Houthis Launch Hodeidah Offensive, Israel Approves New West Bank Settlements and Continues Attacks on Gaza, Family Says Palestinian Doctor Hussam Abu Safiya Was Left Disfigured by Israeli Torture, Thessaloniki Shrouded in Toxic Smoke as Wildfires Follow Record European Heat Wave, At Least 25 Die from Record U.S. Heat Wave Over Fourth of July Weekend, Trump Attacks Opponents as "Communists" in Independence Day Speech Marr…
(2026-07-06). Iran's Qur'anic messages at Khamenei's funeral decoded. newarab.com 
As a Delegations from across the region and beyond travelled to Tehran to pay respects to Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, who was killed in US-Israeli airstrikes on 28 February, the opening day of As foreign envoys passed the podi…
(2026-07-06). Why Israel fears a US-Iran Deal far more than Conflict. juancole.com ( Another is the vexed issue of the proxy wars, with the Israeli/Hezbollah conflict being the most difficult. The on-off discussions between Israel and the Lebanese government might imply tha…
(2026-07-06). Where is Mojtaba Khamenei? Iran supreme leader missing from father Ayatollah Ali Khamenei's funeral. ptcnews.tv Khamenei funeral: The funeral ceremonies for Iran's former Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei have entered their final phase, but one question continues to dominate discussions both inside and outside the country, where is his successor, Mojtaba Khamenei?As thousands gathered in Tehran on Monday for the funeral procession, Mojtaba remained absent from public view. His absence has fuelled speculation, especially as he has not appeared publicly since being named Iran's Supreme Leader following the February 28 US-Israel strikes that killed his father.
(2026-07-06). Il Nuovo Medio Oriente: scenari geopolitici dopo il Memorandum USA-Iran. strategic-culture.su Il memorandum tra Stati Uniti e Iran riapre lo Stretto di Hormuz, sblocca l'economia iraniana e orienta l'America verso la Cina. Ma la sfida di Israele e la polveriera libanese minacciano di mandare all'aria tutto. | Segue nostro Cambiamento in atto | Per più di quarant'anni il confronto tra Stati Uniti e Iran ha rappresentato uno dei cardini fondamentali dell'assetto geopolitico globale: conflitti per procura, apparati sanzionatori senz…
(2026-07-06). Zionist lobby calls UAE the model ally for skipping Khamenei's funeral. thecanary.co 
The Foundation for Defense of Democracies (FDD), the US think-tank behind Trump's illegal war on Iran, has praised the United Arab Emirates for not attending Iran's Supreme Leader Khamenei's funeral over the weekend. Khamenei was assassinated in late February at the start of Trump's war of aggression on Iran. The attack on Khamenei also killed […] | By
(2026-07-06). Syria's Al-Sharaa Dismisses Trump's Proposal For Military Intervention In Lebanon. popularresistance.org US President Donald Trump announced mid-June that he discussed with Syrian interim President Ahmad al-Sharaa the possibility of Syria's military intervention in Lebanon to disarm Hezbollah. | Trump claimed that by tasking Syria with this mission, he aims to stop the mass killing committed by Israel during its attempts to dismantle the Lebanese resistance movement. | "I'll tell you what, Israel is fighting Hezbollah too long and too many people are being killed, and you don't have to knock down an apartment house every time you are looking for somebody, because there are a lot of people in those apartment houses a…
(2026-07-06). Trump confirms he asked FIFA to revoke US striker's red card. thecanary.co 
Donald Trump has, remarkably, confirmed that he intervened with FIFA to overturn a red card for US striker Folarin Balogun. The World Cup 2026 has not been without political themes this tournament, particularly considering how players and referees have been prevented from making it into the US to compete with their national teams. However, Trump's […] | By
(2026-07-06). Netanyahu claims Lebanese Christians 'want annexation' by Israel. newarab.com 
Lebanon was drawn into the wider Middle East war on March 2 when Hezbollah fired rockets at Israel in response to the the killing of Israel has launched massi…
(2026-07-06). Lebanon's temporary burials prolong families' grief amid war. newarab.com 
The idea of "burial in trust" is not new to Lebanese people. It has recurred during successive wars waged by Israel against Its psychological impact is severe for the families of those killed, who are unable to hold funerals for loved ones amid the harsh realities of displacement, major economic hardship and a lack of resources and assistance. |
(2026-07-06). Lebanon Christian leaders rebuke Netanyahu over annexation claim. newarab.com 
Benjamin Netanyahu's claim that Christian villages in southern Lebanon had asked to be annexed by Israel has been emphatically rejected by Lebanese Christian leaders, who accused the Israeli prime minister of peddling a dangerous falsehood designed to inflame sectarian tensions and portray Lebanon's Christians as willing partners in occupation. | The denial was especially significant because it came from figures and parties deeply opposed to Hezbollah, including the Kataeb Party, which told The New Arab that the besieged border Christian communities wanted neither Israeli rule nor Hezbollah's military presence, b…
(2026-07-06). Holocaust and Genocide Scholars Are Navigating a Minefield. portside.org Holocaust and Genocide Scholars Are Navigating a Minefield |
(2026-07-06). Fujimorismo 2.0: The Age Of Keiko Fujimori. popularresistance.org Keiko Fujimori finally won the presidency after four previous failed attempts. Her victory comes after a hotly debated campaign run with the help of US Ambassador to Peru Bernardo "Bernie" Navarro acting as her unofficial campaign manager. Keiko Fujimori is the daughter of the former genocidaire and dictator Alberto Fujimori and former First Lady, who publicly denounced her husband's corruption. | Keiko Sofía Fujimori Higuchi was formally declared the next President of Peru in a close contest decided by fewer than 50,000 votes by the ONPE, or Oficina Nacional de Procesos Electorales, the electoral body that overs…
(2026-07-06). Chavistas Repudiate 'Israeli' Delegation Following Earthquakes. popularresistance.org On Wednesday, Venezuela received a technical mission from the Zionist entity of "Israel," allegedly consisting of experts in structural engineering and applied sciences who will join the evaluation of infrastructure affected by the recent earthquakes, Foreign Minister Yván Gil reported on social media. | One day after the double earthquake that struck north-central Venezuela, devastating Caracas and La Guaira, authorities from the genocidal regime in Tel Aviv announced the possibility of sending a "humanitarian delegation" to the country.
(2026-07-06). Communist Party USA says Democrat candidates aren't members. thecanary.co 
The Communist Party USA (CPUSA) has condemned president Trump's red‚Äëbaiting tirades against the Democratic Socialists of America (DSA) primary victories in New York, the District of Columbia and Colorado. It called them a dangerous escalation of anti‚Äëcommunist hysteria. Co-chair Rossana Cambron said: MAGA is going to lose the midterms and Trump's getting desperate. Trump told […] | By
(2026-07-05). China urges U.S. to end blockade of Cuba: FM Spokesperson. ecns.cn China opposes illegal unilateral sanctions that have no basis in international law, urging the U.S. to immediately end its blockade and coercive pressure on Cuba and stop violating the Cuban people's rights to survival and development, Chinese foreign ministry spokesperson Mao Ning said on Monday.
(2026-07-06). The specter of communism haunts Donald Trump. peoplesworld.org 
A specter is haunting Donald Trump—the specter of communism. Over back-to-back holiday weekend speeches marking the country's 250th anniversary, the president delivered what amounted to a two-part anti-communist sermon, casting Karl Marx, the Communist Party USA, and the country's fast-growing democratic socialist movement as existential threats to the republic. Speaking beneath the granite faces at …
(2026-07-06). Cuban foreign minister announces UN session on the blockade against Cuba on Tuesday. radiohc.cu Cuban Foreign Minister Bruno Rodríguez has announced his participation in a UN session to address the need to end the blockade imposed by the United States on Cuba. | "We are going to the UN with the truth of our people and with the force of International Law, to denounce the aggressive actions of the US against Cuba." | Bruno Rodríguez asserted that Cubans will defend their sovereign right to live without energy blockades, external strangulation, coercion, threats of war or collective punishment. | "The US government is trying to prevent the UN General Assembly from issuing a statement. It pressures governments…
(2026-07-06). Spain renews solidarity with Cuba and demands an end to hostilities. radiohc.cu The 18th Meeting of Solidarity with Cuba in Spain has called for support for the Caribbean island "in times of the medieval siege" by the United States. | At the close of the meeting held in this Asturian city, twinned with Havana, the 200 participants from more than 40 associations in Spain condemned Washington's harassment of Cuba, "in the form of an economic, financial, energy, and communications blockade." On the closing day of the event, Nuria Rodríguez, Director General of Citizen Participation, Transparency, Sexual Diversity, and LGTBI of the Government of Asturias, offered a message of support for the Cub…
(2026-07-05). Dialogue on China-ASEAN Cultural Heritage held in Dunhuang. ecns.cn The Dialogue on China-ASEAN Cultural Heritage took place in Dunhuang, Gansu province on July 2. | During the event, Chinese and foreign guests jointly unveiled the China-ASEAN cultural heritage themed IP image and launched the "Cultural Heritage IP Incubation Capacity Enhancement Program."
(2026-07-06). Solidarity Day with Cuba in Milan, Italy. radiohc.cu A Solidarity Day with Cuba is being held on Monday in Milan, denouncing the criminal economic blockade and threats of aggression by the United States against that country. | The event takes place in the Piazza 24 Maio in Milan, the capital of the northern region of Lombardy, under the slogan "Cuba is under attack. Let's defend it! No to US aggression," according to a statement from the organizers. | The initiative was spearheaded by Milano Solidale con Cuba, a solidarity alliance with the Caribbean nation comprised of various friendship associations with Cuba, unions, left-wing youth groups, political parties, an…
(2026-07-06). Canciller cubano anuncia sesión de la ONU sobre el bloqueo a Cuba. radiohc.cu El canciller cubano, Bruno Rodríguez, informó este lunes sobre su participación en una sesión de la ONU para tratar la necesidad de poner fin al bloqueo impuesto por Estados Unidos a Cuba. | ´Acudimos a la ONU con la verdad de nuestro pueblo y con la fuerza del Derecho Internacional, para denunciar las acciones agresivas de EEUU contra Cuba ª, acotó el ministro de Relaciones Exteriores en la red social X. | Rodríguez aseguró que los cubanos defenderán su derecho soberano a vivir sin cerco energético, asfixia externa, coerción, amenazas bélicas o castigos colectivos. | ´El gobierno de EEUU intenta…
(2026-07-06). Angola y Cuba pasan revista a relaciones bilaterales. radiohc.cu La secretaria de Estado de Relaciones Exteriores de Angola, Esmeralda Mendonàßa, recibió este lunes al embajador de Cuba en este país, Oscar León, con quien dialogó en torno al estado de las relaciones bilaterales. | Ambas partes abordaron temas de interés común y ratificaron la voluntad compartida de continuar fortaleciendo los históricos vínculos de amistad, solidaridad y cooperación que distinguen las relaciones entre los dos pueblos y gobiernos, indicó la misión diplomática de la nación caribeña en su cuenta en Facebook. | De acuerdo con la fuente, la secretaria de Estado reafirmó la importancia que Ang…
(2026-07-06). La Habana restablece parcialmente servicio eléctrico tras desconexión. radiohc.cu La Empresa Eléctrica de La Habana informó este lunes que comenzó el proceso de restablecimiento gradual del servicio en la capital cubana, luego de la desconexión del Sistema Electroenergético Nacional (SEN) ocurrida esta jornada en horas de la tarde. | De acuerdo con el parte oficial de la entidad, hasta el momento fue recuperada una subestación eléctrica y tres circuitos de distribución, lo que permitió restablecer una carga de seis megawatts (MW). | Las acciones benefician de manera inicial a nueve mil 47 clientes, equivalente a alrededor del uno por ciento de la demanda eléctrica de la capital. | Precisó la e…
(2026-07-06). Situación del Sistema Eléctrico de Cuba es muy compleja, afirman expertos. radiohc.cu La Unión Eléctrica (UNE) de Cuba calificó este domingo de extremadamente compleja la situación del sistema eléctrico, dada la salida de la central de generación Antonio Guiteras, la unidad de Felton 1 y limitaciones existentes. | La entidad emitió un comunicado en el que se refiere a otras averías, mantenimientos y el desabastecimiento de combustible provocado por el cerco impuesto por Estados Unidos, lo cual hace que sea aún más crítica la situación.En estos momentos hay provincias con afectaciones de más de 35 horas sin electricidad. Por esta razón no se puede precisar el tiempo de afectación ni con servicio",…
(2026-07-06). Cuba recuerda aniversarios de la independencia de Venezuela y Cabo Verde. radiohc.cu El canciller cubano, Bruno Rodríguez saludó este domingo al pueblo y Gobierno de Venezuela en ocasión del aniversario 215 de su independencia. | Asimismo, reafirmó la invariable solidaridad de la isla con la nación bolivariana y la voluntad de seguir cooperando, fundamentalmente en las circunstancias actuales provocadas por el doble sismo del 24 de junio pasado. | Por su parte, la Cancillería cubana se hizo eco de la congratulación en la red social X.Refrendamos nuestro compromiso de continuar fortaleciendo los vínculos de amistad y cooperación entre nuestros países". | El día de la independencia marca el anivers…
(2026-07-06). Presidente de Cuba califica de heroica labor de trabajadores eléctricos. radiohc.cu El presidente de Cuba, Miguel Díaz-Canel, calificó este lunes de heroica la labor de los trabajadores eléctricos de la isla en medio de las políticas de asfixia que aplica la administración estadounidense contra la nación caribeña. | En su perfil oficial de la red social X, el primer mandatario cubano señaló que mientras Estados Unidos trata de inducir un estallido social por asfixia, al bloquear los accesos de combustible a Cuba, la Unión Eléctrica se moviliza para revertir la caída del Sistema Electroenergético Nacional (SEN)."Es heroico lo que hacen los trabajadores eléctricos en medio de un bloqueo energético…
(2026-07-06). Why Sonia Gandhi is going so harsh on Modi on Palestine issue? ummid.com With Palestine emerging as the Narendra Modi government's Achilles' heel, Congress leader Sonia Gandhi is mounting moral pressure to take a more humanitarian stand, with Gaza being turned from an open-air prison into an open-air graveyard.
(2026-07-06). Scorching heat worsens suffering in Gaza's displacement camps. aljazeera.com Scorching heat worsens suffering in Gaza's displacement camps…
(2026-07-06). Chef Renad carries Gaza with her, one recipe at a time. newarab.com 
It was freezing in the Netherlands, and Renad Atallah was still tucked into bed, a beanie pulled over her head, wrapped in warmth. I was on the other side of the world, in Australia, talking to her through a screen. If we were in Gaza, our homes would have been seven minutes away from each other, and this interview would have been face-to-face. | "Everything is different here," she told me, "the streets, nature, food, and language." For her, the contrast between the streets of Gaza, which are loud and full of life, and the quiet, calm neighbourhoods of the Netherlands is stark. She's still adjusting to her new li…
(2026-07-06). Israeli attacks on Gaza kill at least 6 as 'ceasefire' violations continue. aljazeera.com Israeli attacks on Gaza City and Khan Younis also wounded more than 20 people, medical sources say.
(2026-07-06). Falconer's empty words for Dr Abu Safiya draw backlash. thecanary.co 
Middle East minister Hamish Falconer's platitudes for Gazan pediatrician Hussam Abu Safiya, a hospital director abducted in 2024, were rebuked for their hypocrisy. On 5 May, Falconer took to X to say: I am aware of the concerning reports about the treatment of Dr Hussam Abu Safiya who is still in Israeli detention. We have raised […] | By
(2026-07-06). Confronting the Palestine Exception of the American Historical Association. juancole.com Statement by Amid pivotal elections underway, a growing coalition of historians are demanding accountability for war crimes in Gaza and election interference at the oldest historical association in the United States. ; ⚪ Preface | The American Historical Association (AHA) was
(2026-07-06). Dr. Hussam Abu Safia Faces Risk Of Death In Israeli Prison. popularresistance.org Dr. Hussam Abu Safia, the Kamal Adwan Hospital director who was abducted from Gaza by Israel in late 2024, is facing an immediate risk of death due to the torture and severe negligence he has been subjected to by his jailers, the physician's lawyer said on 4 July. | "Alarming new information conveyed by … Abu Safia's lawyer, in cooperation with Physicians for Human Rights, conclusively demonstrates that Israeli occupation authorities are intensifying direct targeting of Dr. Abu Safia by subjecting him to systematic torture and harsh detention conditions," Palestinian Prisoners' Club (PPC) said.
(2026-07-06). Gaza's future stuck in diplomatic limbo as 'Board of Peace' blocks progress for self-determination. asiapacificreport.nz 
ANALYSIS: Drop Site News Since President Donald Trump's self-congratulatory tour for "ending" the Israeli war on Gaza last October, followed by a UN Security Council endorsement of his Gaza plan, negotiations over Gaza's future have been stuck in a diplomatic netherworld. While Hamas handed over all of its captives and ceased its military operations, Israel…
(2026-07-06). Israel pushing Gaza's Abu Safiya 'closer to death', MAP warns. newarab.com 
(2026-07-06). As Hamas dissolves Gaza Strip government, uncertainty remains. newarab.com 
The Hamas-run government in At a press conference in Gaza City, Ismail Thawabteh, the head of the media office, announced that government institutions had completed all legal and administrative preparations required to transfer their responsibilities to the proposed National Co…
(2026-07-06). Hamas dissolves Gaza govt as Khamenei funeral draws huge crowds. newarab.com 
Hundreds of thousands gathered in Tehran for In what is the biggest day yet in a week of massive memorial ceremonies demonstrating the grip of surviving clerical leaders, drone footage on state television showed many tens of thousands of people crammed into a boulevard in cent…
(2026-07-06). What does move to dissolve its Gaza government mean? al-monitor.com Hamas has agreed to hand civilian administration over to the National Committee for the Administration of Gaza, but the committee is not yet in Gaza and may not deploy until Hamas' disarmament is resolved.
(2026-07-05). Beijing sends 80 metric tons of earthquake aid to Venezuela. ecns.cn Emergency humanitarian aid from China departed Beijing on Sunday night bound for Venezuela to support earthquake relief efforts.
(2026-07-06). Venezuela: Superan los 3 mil 300 los fallecidos por sismos del pasado 24 de junio. radiohc.cu El Gobierno nacional, en su parte oficial, informó que los fallecidos por los sismos del pasado 24 de junio en Venezuela alcanzaron este domingo los tres mil 342 y los heridos 16 mil 740. | El reporte indicó que los rescatados se mantuvieron en 16 mil 462, las personas atendidas sumaron 86 mil 794, mientras, 17 mil 345 quedaron sin viviendas, tras los dos terremotos de 7,2 y 7,5 de magnitud en la escala de Richter que impactaron en siete estados de ese país suramericano. | Los edificios afectados mantuvieron igual número de 856, con similar cifra de 190 colapsados, comparado al reporte anterior y los campamentos…
(2026-07-06). Citizens lead relief efforts after major twin quakes in Venezuela. globalvoices.org 
Citizen-led efforts fill in gaps left by the state in the immediate aftermath of the two back-to-back Venezuelan earthquakesGlobal Voices Venezuelan citizens search through building destruction in La Guaira, Venezuela on June 29, 2026. At 6.04 p.m. local time on June 24, 2026, Venezuela experienced
(2026-07-06). Egypt Prosecutes a Doctor for Alleging Obstetric Violence. hrw.org Click to expand Image | A doctor examines a pregnant woman at a hospital in the province of Fayoum, southwest of Cairo, Egypt, February 19, 2019. | © 2019 Hayam Adel/Reuters | An Egyptian court sentenced doctor and filmmaker Omnia Suwydan on July 4 to a six-months suspended prison sentence and a fine of 20,000 Egyptian pounds (US$408) for alleging obstetric violence at an Alexandria public hospital.Obstetric violence, which includes physical and emotional abuse of pregnant people seeking sexual and reproductive health services, is a widespread but broadly ignored form of gender-based violence.Suwydan wrot…
(2026-07-05). China urges U.S. to stop smearing its distant-water fishing industry. ecns.cn China on Friday rejected a report by the U.S. National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration that made negative certifications against China over illegal fishing and other issues, according to the Chinese Foreign Ministry.
(2026-07-05). Chinese researchers develops world's first neural dynamical system chip. ecns.cn Chinese researchers have developed the world's first neural dynamical system chip based on phase-change memristors, marking a major advance in brain-inspired computing.
(2026-07-06). Nearly 25,000 migrants flee South Africa amid xenophobic violence. wsws.org The pogromist groups act as the extra-parliamentary spearhead of the African National Congress-led ten party Government of National Unity's anti-immigrant policies.
(2026-07-06). ILWU10 Protest Unloading At Levin Terminal Of Ship Of Sugar To Bust ILWU6 C&H Strike. indybay.org ILWU 10 longshore workers protested the unloading of a cargo of Philippine raw sugar at the Levin Terminal in Richmond. C & H sugar refinery owned by ASR is trying to bust ILWU Local 6…
(2026-07-06). Detroit Tenants Union joins forces with Home Rule Project to end corporate pre-emption. peoplesworld.org 
DETROIT—In a packed room at the General Baker Institute, working-class Detroiters gathered here on Tuesday, June 29, to draw a line in the sand against corporate landlords and political stagnation. The event was organized by the Detroit Tenants Union (DTU) in concert with the Michigan Home Rule Project and marked a critical escalation in the …
(2026-07-06). UN Human Rights Council Opaquely Closes Rights Complaint Against Tajikistan. hrw.org Click to expand Image | UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres speaks during the opening of the 61st session of the United Nations Human Rights Council at the European headquarters of the United Nations in Geneva, February 23, 2026. | © 2026 Valentin Flauraud/Keystone via AP Photo…
(2026-07-06). Racist Sheffield, UK Far Right Organiser Jacob Thomas visits California. indybay.org Jacob Thomas British far right organiser visits California be Aware…
(2026-07-06). Israel parliament advances bill for inquiry into Oct 7 failures. newarab.com 
The Israeli parliament approved a bill in its first reading on Monday to set up a commission of inquiry into the security failings that led to "The purpose of the proposed law is to bring about a full, thorough, and independent investigation of the events of the… October 7 massacre" and the wars that followed, an explanatory note to the bill said. | The bill passed its first reading in the Knesset, Israel's 120-seat parliament, with 59 votes in favour and none against or…
(2026-07-06). Madison, July 19, 2026: Big Ride for Palestine! wibailoutpeople.org 
The 2026 Big Ride for Palestine: a fundraiser for Middle East Children's AllianceSunday, July 19Madison area cyclists of all ages and abilities are invited to participate in the 2026 Middle East Children's Alliance Big Ride for Palestine, presented by Madison-Rafah Sister City Project. Madison riders can visit Madison's team page at tinyurl.com/MadisonRide4Palestine to register to …
(2026-07-06). No Brazil in the World Cup? Fans React After Norway's Stunning Upset. thinktank.pk Brazil has been knocked out of the 2026 FIFA World Cup after a shocking defeat to Norway. Can the tournament still captivate fans without its most iconic team? For football fans around the world, imagining a FIFA World Cup without Brazil feels almost impossible. The five-time world champions are more than just another national team—they …
(2026-07-06). UK Government lied about 'renewable' Scottish data centre plans. thecanary.co 
Plans for a supposedly "renewable" multi-billion pound data centre project in Lanarkshire entirely misrepresented their actual environmental and economic impacts. The Guardian's recent investigation reveals that the £8.2bn-valued data complex, touted as being energy self-sufficient, was unfeasible from the start. The centre and adjoining power-plant in Scotland's central belt was supposed to be powered by […] | By
(2026-07-06). Trump's fascist tirade at Mount Rushmore: Anticommunist hysteria and the conspiracy for dictatorship. wsws.org The speech delivered by Trump on the eve of the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence expressed both the terror gripping the capitalist oligarchy and the political conspiracy ahead of the midterm elections.
(2026-07-06). Al Gedicks Memorial Service July 18, 2026 in Keshena on the Menominee Nation. wibailoutpeople.org 
(2026-07-06). 'The Great Clown Bank Show' theater review: A satirical takedown of the capitalist class. peoplesworld.org 
I can't stand to watch shows such as HBO's Industry and Succession. I did view an episode of Succession once, and, to be sure, the highly acclaimed, award-winning HBO series was indeed extremely well written and well acted. But Succession was such a truthful representation of the capitalist class and how they operate that it …
(2026-07-06). On July 4th, Fight Against Fascist Control of Media & Defense Of KPFA & Pacific. indybay.org On July 4, 2026 on the 250th anniversary of the US at Larry Ellison's Oracle company in Redwood City media and labor activists spoke out against Ellison's fascist take-over of CBS, Warner, TikTok, CNN and Paramount. They also connected the fight against fascism with the fight to protect democratic governance at KPFA & Pacifica which is threatened by a corporate centralization and take-over…
(2026-07-06). Iraq: Photography Award 2026. icrc.org International Committee of the Red Cross & Iraqi Red Crescent Society…
(2026-07-06). Hugs and Tears: Golden Gate Bridge Protesters Convicted of Misdemeanor Charges. indybay.org Demonstrators who blocked traffic on the Golden Gate Bridge to protest the war on Palestine in 2024 were exuberant in anticipation of a verdict in their favor at a press conference outside San Francisco City Hall on July 2.
(2026-07-06). Sunday Science: This Cell Feeds, Grows and Reproduces. And It's Manmade. portside.org Sunday Science: This Cell Feeds, Grows and Reproduces. And It's Manmade. |
(2026-07-06). NATO Summit: Time to take the transatlantic crisis by the horns. responsiblestatecraft.org The mood ahead of NATO's 34th summit in Ankara beginning on Tuesday can hardly be described as jubilant, and for good reason: the alliance and the transatlantic relationship underpinning it faces a crisis of purpose unlike anything in its history. Contrary to the recriminations of
(2026-07-06). Deal or No Deal and the British love affair with the game show format. thecanary.co 
Britain has a long tradition of television game shows, with formats that have remained part of popular culture for decades. Programmes such as Play Your Cards Right, Blankety Blank, The Generation Game, Who Wants to Be a Millionaire? and Deal or No Deal have become well-known references in the history of British television. Many of […] | By
(2026-07-06). Significant successes for PAME trade union activists in critical battles in Greece. thecanary.co 
Two important battles that were underway in Greece's trade union movement have been completed with significant successes for PAME (the All Workers Militant Front). This has sent a hopeful message in the effort to change the balance of forces against employer-led and government-controlled trade unionism. At the Labour Centre of Evia, in a region with […] | By
(2026-07-06). Experts urge caution as demand grows for AC in heatwave-hit UK. geo.tv 
Engineers install an air conditioning unit at a residential home in Croydon, south London, Britain, on July 1, 2026. — AFP
(2026-07-06). Iran comes to a standstill: Massive crowds gather in Tehran for Ali Khamenei's final farewell. hindustantimes.com Thousands of Iranians gathered in Tehran to pay their final respects during the state funeral procession for late Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei. Crowds lined major streets as Khamenei's coffin was carried through the capital on a flat-bed truck, with mourners waving flags, chanting slogans, and expressing grief. Some attendees spoke of deep personal loss, while others vowed revenge following the leader's death. Iran has declared a week of national mourning, with ceremonies planned across Iran and Iraq before the final burial at the Imam Reza Shrine in Mashhad. The funeral comes at a pivotal moment for Iran's politi…
(2026-07-05). Guangzhou's Xinsha Port sees record surge in NEV exports. ecns.cn Xinsha Port in Guangzhou, Guangdong Province, witnessed the export of 53,126 new energy vehicles (NEVs) in the first half of 2026.
(2026-07-05). China plans to hike education standing during 15th Five-Year Plan period. ecns.cn China plans to strengthen its global competitiveness and voice in education during the 15th Five-Year Plan period (2026—2030), according to a new education development plan issued by the State Council recently.
(2026-07-06). Why has BBC Radio 4's Today Programme Never Had a Black Editor or Presenter? bylinetimes.com 
The BBC's announcement that it proposes to cut 550 jobs in news, nations, and TV and radio content as part of the first stage in its plan to save £500 million across the corporation over the next two years will have wide-ranging ramifications, not least because people will lose their livelihoods. | In terms of content, the BBC has outlined proposals including ending Radio 4's The World Tonight; and reducing the number of permanent presenters on Today from five to four from September, with a single anchor on Saturdays. | According to recent reports in the Guardian, there is also disquiet on Today about a…
(2026-07-06). Community Quilt Project Shows Off Hopeful Quilted Images for the 4th of July. indybay.org Community Quilting Project displays hopeful images at USA 250th Birthday Party in Santa Rosa CA…
(2026-07-06). Mbappe Catches Messi in 2026 FIFA WC Golden Boot Race. ummid.com Kylian Mbappe Sunday July 05, 2026 hit another goal — his 7th in the 2026 FIFA World Cup, to ensure France win over Paraguay in the ongoing football world cup round of the last 16.
(2026-07-06). Monsters playing victims: Danny Danon's twisted war on truth. peoplesworld.org 
Whether Israelis will ever comprehend the irreparable damage inflicted upon their country's reputation by their UN Ambassador, Danny Danon, is a moot point. The damage Israel has done to itself through its barbaric practices in occupied Palestine is simply impossible to overcome. Danon, however, utilizes a peculiar approach to defending Israel within international institutions: he …
(2026-07-06). Macron visits Syria, in first trip by an EU head of state since Assad toppled. al-monitor.com July 6 (Reuters) – French President Emmanuel Macron landed in Syria on Monday, Syria's state news agency said, in the first visit to Damascus by a European Union head of state since rebels led by President Ahmed al-Sharaa toppled Bashar al-Assad in 2024.The visit underlines Syria's geopolitical transformation under Sharaa, a former al Qaeda commander who has established close ties with Western and Middle Eastern powers that shunned Assad, as he seeks to rebuild a country shattered by 13 years of war.
(2026-07-06). Zelensky faces replacement plot orchestrated from London. infobrics.org Ukrainian leadership crisis deepens with Zaluzhny waiting in the wings.
(2026-07-05). Namibian President arrives in China for state visit. ecns.cn At the invitation of Chinese President Xi Jinping, President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah of the Republic of Namibia will pay a state visit to China from July 5 to 11.
(2026-07-05). Malaysia and Singapore to introduce digital border system by January. ecns.cn Malaysia and Singapore will introduce a new digital immigration system and additional border lanes by January 2027 to ease congestion at one of the region's busiest land crossings.
(2026-07-05). Three moderate earthquakes hit Mianzhu in SW China's Sichuan. ecns.cn Three moderate earthquakes hit Mianzhu City in Deyang, Sichuan Province, on Sunday, with no deaths or injuries reported, according to the China Earthquake Networks Center (CENC).
(2026-07-05). China's logistics sector sees improved performance in June. ecns.cn (ECNS) ⚪ The Wallenberg family and the Swedish business community should continue to play an active role in encouraging the Swedish government to pursue a rational and pragmatic policy toward China, helping the Swedish public gain a true understanding of China and fostering stronger public support for improving bilateral relations, Xinhua News Agency cited Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi as saying on Saturday.
(2026-07-06). At least 25 dead, 100 injured in clashes at Sri Lanka prison: sources. geo.tv 
(2026-07-06). The CBDC Inter-Operability Path for BRICS: Exploring the Prospects. infobrics.org For emerging markets, most notably the BRICS+ economies that are leading the global CBDC efforts, a platform for inter-operable CBDCs could represent one of the most tangible contributions of the developing economies to the emergence of a new modern era monetary and financial architecture of the global economy…
(2026-07-06). Baby and teen die in West Bank amid Israeli attacks, roadblocks. newarab.com 
A baby died in Laila Ghannam, the Palestinian governor of Ramallah and Al-Bireh province, said that Israeli forces held up the transfer of four-month-old Ahmed Maarouf Zaid for more than an hour, despite his life-threatening condition. | Doctors at the Arab Specialised Hospital confirmed his death on Sunday ev…
(2026-07-06). Messi and Salah set for World Cup clash in last 16. newarab.com 
Argentina and It will also bring together team captains For Argentina,…
(2026-07-06). Prince Andrew: 'No evidence' of Pizza Express visit. thecanary.co 
Investigations by the BBC and Pizza Express have found "no evidence" that Prince Andrew visited the chain's Woking branch. In his notorious 2019 BBC interview, Andrew claimed he couldn't have had sex with Epstein victim, Virginia Giuffre, on 10 March 2001, as she alleged, as he had been at Pizza Express. By contrast, witness Shukri Walker […] | By
(2026-07-06). Lawyer of Olympian Indicted After Touching Reflecting Pool Calls Case Outrageous. truthout.org A grand jury in Washington, D.C., has indicted former U.S. Olympic canoeist David "Davey" Hearn on a felony charge for allegedly vandalizing the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool on June 19. He is facing a possible maximum sentence of 10 years in prison if convicted. Hearn, who denies the accusations, says he had noticed a partly detached piece of the Reflecting Pool's blue liner and reached into… |
(2026-07-05). China honors five 'most beautiful sci-tech workers'. ecns.cn China on Friday spotlighted five "most beautiful sci-tech workers" whose achievements reflect the country's push for technological self-reliance. The workers' professions span space exploration, ecological restoration, medicine and plateau agriculture.
(2026-07-06). Palestinianism: A New Lens for Understanding Resistance and Defense of Human Dignity. ummid.com At its core, Palestinianism rests on a simple proposition: Before domination becomes a project of force, it becomes a project of definition.
(2026-07-06). The Black Suburban Dream is Now Leading to a New Wave of Gentrification. capitalbnews.org 
When Caleb Roberts moved from Milwaukee to Texas, he knew the story of Black people in Dallas being pushed out for generations. In Milwaukee, he helped to stop a $1 billion highway project that threatened to gentrify his neighborhood after he had already seen it happen across the country. During the 20th century, across Dallas, …
(2026-07-06). Florida Bars Undocumented Students from State Colleges. truthout.org On June 30, Florida's State Board of Education voted to bar undocumented students from attending any of its 28 state-funded colleges. The ban on undocumented student enrollment in colleges extends to adult general educational programs, including English-language courses and GED courses. The policy requires students to present documentation proving citizenship or legal residency before… |
(2026-07-05). Beijing launches 22 measures to boost high-quality rural employment. ecns.cn Beijing has introduced 22 new measures aimed at promoting high-quality, full employment for the city's rural workforce, with a focus on creating jobs, expanding training opportunities and supporting entrepreneurship.
(2026-07-06). 'Arbitrary caps': Critics accuse Delaware Senate of gutting bill removing time limits on lawsuits from childhood sexual assault victims. whyy.org What are journalists missing from the state of Delaware? What would you most like WHYY News to cover? Legislation that would have allowed Delaware victims of sexual abuse to retroactively file lawsuits has died in the state legislature after the bill's sponsors said a Senate amendment effectively gutted it. | Delaware currently has a two-year window for legal claims, established in 2007.
(2026-07-06). In memory of Herma Huber, founding member of the German section of the International Committee of the Fourth International. wsws.org Born into the rubble of post-war Germany, Herma Huber belonged to a generation that demanded answers to the great catastrophe of Nazi fascism. Rejecting both Stalinist lies and capitalist hypocrisy, she found her answer in Trotskyism. Herma dedicated her entire adult life to building the German section of the International Committee of the Fourth International (ICFI).
(2026-07-06). Calls for revenge echo in Tehran at Ayatollah Khamenei's funeral. newarab.com 
(2026-07-06). Khamenei Iraq's funeral shows Iran's enduring regional influence. newarab.com 
As the funeral of Iraqi authorities expect millions o…
(2026-07-06). No more 'wiggling out' of disclosing free trips overseas for Delaware lawmakers. whyy.org 
What are journalists missing from the state of Delaware? What would you most like WHYY News to cover? Delaware lawmakers have moved swiftly to address an issue WHYY News exposed this spring: the practice of members The state House and Senate voted without any dissent in recent days to explicitly require all "travel expenses" of $250 or more paid for by a third party to be disclosed to the s…
(2026-07-06). Exclusive: disgusted Your Party exec members call no-confidence vote over suspensions. thecanary.co 
Outraged members of Your Party's elected executive (CEC) have called for a no-confidence vote in the CEC's chair and secretary. It is clear that committee members are outraged over the chair's move to suspend three well-known members last week. Naomi Wimborne-Idrissi, Solma Ahmed and Mel Mullins were suspended for attending a socialist conference — even […] | By
(2026-07-06). Donald Trump, arsonist in chief. nationofchange.org Someday, Donald J. Trump will undoubtedly be remembered as the president from—yes, it's an all too appropriate and accurate word—hell.
(2026-07-05). Chinese U17 football team wins opener at Yinchuan tournament. ecns.cn The Chinese U17 national team secured an opening victory, defeating Australia U17 3-0 at the 2026 CFA Team China ∑ Yinchuan International Youth Football Tournament, which kicked off at the Helan Mountain Sports Center in Yinchuan, Ningxia Hui Autonomous Region, on Sunday.
(2026-07-06). California governor signs 2026—27 state austerity budget. wsws.org California Democrats pass austerity budget slashing healthcare and education, expanding corporate subsidies while centralizing executive control over public schools statewide.
(2026-07-06). FIFA World Cup round of 16: Bracket, schedule, Portugal vs Spain prediction. aljazeera.com Round of 16 continues as Portugal-Spain rivalry renews before USA take on Belgium.
(2026-07-06). Open letter from Lula and Tedros: Preparing the next pandemic under capitalism. wsws.org Within the framework of the imperialist crisis, data on pathogens and health responses are treated as strategic intelligence. Access to vaccines is wielded as geopolitical currency.
(2026-07-06). More Weightage to Board Exams, Separate NEET: Recommendations on Edu Reforms. ummid.com The Ministry of Education has been suggested with different proposals that included giving more weightage to board exams, and conducting separate NEET UG exams for MBBS/BDS, AYUSH and Nursing courses.
(2026-07-05). First France Dourges cosmetics train departs for southwest China. ecns.cn The first China—Europe freight train for cosmetics special services departed from France's Dourges on Thursday for Chengdu, southwest China's Sichuan Province, marking a breakthrough in Chengdu's dedicated trade channel with France.
(2026-07-06). Sunday 7/5: The Lessons of San Francisco General Strike For Today With The Screening Of Film. indybay.org Eric Quezada Center | 518 Valencia St./16th St. | San Francisco…
(2026-07-06). Watch World Cup Day 25: England beats Mexico; Norway eliminates Brazil. aljazeera.com Latest match highlights, reaction and previews from the FIFA World Cup 2026 in North America.
(2026-07-06). 'There's No Money In Politics If You're Straight': How Farage's Words Are Coming Back To Haunt Him. bylinetimes.com Byline Times has been reporting on the finances and associations of Nigel Farage and his political projects for the best part of a decade. | At the time, our investigations were met with the sound of tumbleweed blowing over the desks of Westminster. However, that is now starting to change as other outlets finally start to ask serious questions about a man often touted as Britain's next Prime Minister after 2029. | Five referrals have now been made to the Standards Commissioner, covering four separate, bubbling crises for the far-right leader: the £5m undeclared, pre-election 'gift' from crypto billionair…
(2026-07-06). Blue light pair to appear in Pretoria Magistrate's Court. sanews.gov.za Blue light pair to appear in Pretoria Magistrate's Court | Two men arrested for the illegal fitting and possession of blue lights on a private motor vehicle, are set to appear in the Pretoria Magistrate's Court today, the South African Police Service (SAPS) said. ⚪ In June, police officers conducting a roadblock stopped a vehicle fitted with blue lights in the Wierdabrug area of Centurion in Pretoria. During questioning, the female driver informed police that the vehicle belonged to her husband. ⚪ Further investigation led to the arrest of the 40-year-old owner of the vehicle on Friday. Police also arrested a…
(2006-07-26). Typhoon Bavi brings catastrophic winds to western Pacific islands. tribune.com.pk 
Super Typhoon Bavi was crossing the Mariana Islands in the western Pacific Ocean on Monday, lashing Guam, Tinian, and Saipan and blasting Rota with catastrophic winds, the US National Weather Service said. | The service warned residents to take cover as the Category 5 storm moved through the island chain, parts of which are the US commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands and the US territory of Guam, about 3,800 miles (6,116 km) west of Hawaii ‚Å and 1,550 miles east of the Philippines. | The weather service said Bavi's &sbquo…
(2026-07-06). UK Labour government embeds arms industry in higher education through Defence Universities Alliance. wsws.org The Labour government is directly enlisting universities as part of its society-wide war drive.
(2026-07-06). Wisconsin: Peace Justice Events July 5-12, 2026. wibailoutpeople.org To view the website version of WNPJ's upcoming members' events,
(2026-07-05). China steps up flood-control with additional teams for Guangxi, Liaoning. ecns.cn Two more working teams have been sent to South China's Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region and northeast China's Liaoning Province to assist local flood-control work.
(2026-07-06). Another Sharon Graham die-hard asks Unite members to vote for her challenger. thecanary.co 
I now need to put right my wrong. These are the words of long-time Unite executive member and union convenor, Steve Hibbert, in a video he has published for the union's general secretary election. Hibbert campaigned in 2021 for Sharon Graham to become Unite's general secretary. Now, like fellow former-diehard Dave Williams, he wants union […] | By
(2026-07-06). Reform councillor doxxed residents and breached data rules. thecanary.co 
Reform UK councillor, George Madgwick, has landed himself in serious controversy having been found to have breached data protection regulations. This is far more detrimental for the Portsmouth councillor than wanting to cancel mince pies as we reported last December. Portsmouth councillor 'breached data rules to help promote Reform and a city restaurant', regulator […] | By
(2026-07-06). New assassination plot against Zelensky – US retired colonel. infobrics.org Retired colonel Douglas Macgregor claims insiders sought to assassinate President Zelensky. Whether confirmed or not, the allegation fits a broader pattern of political intrigue involving intelligence services, oligarchic rivalries, and armed ultranationalist groups that have shaped Ukrainian politics since 2014.
(2026-07-06). SMMT Wake Up To Damage Caused By EV Mandates. wattsupwiththat.com Too little, too late from the SMMT…
(2026-07-06). Colombia becomes the first Latin American country to ban female genital mutilation. globalvoices.org 
(2026-07-05). Xiong'an New Area joins Global Digital Economy Cities Alliance. ecns.cn A sub-forum themed on digitization and intelligence, part of the 2026 Global Digital Economy Conference, was held on Sunday in Xiong'an New Area, Hebei Province.
(2026-07-06). WHYY Newscast for Monday 6:00 a.m. whyy.org The latest local headlines from WHYY…
(2026-07-06). AUKUS Inquiry must welcome every side of the debate. independentaustralia.net 
(2026-07-06). TS EAMCET 2026 Mock Seat Allotment Today — Direct Link. ummid.com The Telangana Council of Higher Education Hyderabad, Department of Technical Education is releasing today i.e. Saturday July 04, 2026 TS EAMCET 2026 (TG EAPCET 2026) Mock Seat Allotment Result for admission in BE/BTech and Pharmacy courses.
(2026-07-06). Burkina Faso Puts Study Abroad Under Junta Control. hrw.org Click to expand Image | Students outside the University Thomas Sankara near the capital, Ouagadougou, Burkina Faso, October 15, 2021. | © 2021 Issouf Sanogo/AFP via Getty Images | Burkina Faso's military junta has approved a law requiring every Burkinabè student wishing to pursue higher education abroad—whether funded by a government scholarship or through private means—to obtain prior authorization from the Ministry of Higher Education.The Council of Ministers adopted the decree on June 25, but it has yet to go into effect. The government has presented the measure as part of a broader effort…
(2026-07-06). European vs. U.S. Economic Performance: An Update. portside.org European vs. U.S. Economic Performance: An Update |
(2026-07-06). The devolution revolution: why Manchesterism is Burnham's strongest card. thecanary.co 
Andy Burnham condemned 40 years of neoliberalism, but some question whether he will deliver, given his commitment to Reeves' fiscal rules and his expected appointments. Whatever one thinks of his broader programme, what is most likely to survive the inevitable pressures of governing — and where his record, his appointments and his political identity all […] | By
(2026-07-06). Trump says a resolution to Ukraine war is after talks with Putin and Zelenskiy. al-monitor.com By Steve HollandWASHINGTON, July 6 (Reuters) – U.S. President Donald Trump said on Monday that a resolution to the more than four-year-old war in Ukraine is "getting closer than people realize" and that he will talk about Ukraine during talks in Turkey this week at a NATO summit.
(2026-07-06). WBW News Action: Stop the Killing. worldbeyondwar.org 
(2026-07-06). UGEAC 2026 Round 1 Seat Allotment Today – Direct Link. ummid.com Bihar Combined Entrance Competitive Examination Board (BCECE) is releasing on its official website 'bceceadmissions.nic.in' the result of the First Round Seat Allotment of Under Graduate Engineering Admission Counselling [UGEAC] 2026 today i.e. Saturday July 04, 2026.
(2026-07-06). Philadelphia Electric Company workers launch strike for the first time in history on July 4 weekend. wsws.org The strike is a significant expression of militancy and political symbolism. Striking on the 250th anniversary of the American Revolution, in the very city where independence was declared, underscores that the revolutionary conflict of the present is the struggle of the working class against capitalism.
(2026-07-06). Asia Shares Slip Ahead of AI Earnings as Oil Prices Ease. moderndiplomacy.eu Asian stock markets traded cautiously on Monday as investors awaited a crucial earnings season expected to test the strength of the artificial intelligence driven technology rally. Meanwhile, oil prices slipped after OPEC+ agreed to raise production again, easing concerns over energy costs and inflation. Lower oil prices and softer than expected United States jobs data …
(2026-07-06). Building collapse kills six in Mumbai; torrential rain batters city. geo.tv 
A worker clears a fallen tree after heavy rainfall in Mumbai, India, July 5, 2026. — Reuters More than 200mm of rain recorded within 24 hours.Met office forecasts continued heavy rain and gusty winds. Authorities declare Monday holiday for all…
(2026-07-06). DTE Maha Diploma Admission 2026: Last Date Extended Again. ummid.com The Directorate of Technical Education (DTE) Maharashtra has extended — for the second time, the last date of application and submission of online form for admission in Post SSC Polytechnic Diploma courses for the year 2026.
(2026-07-06). Saturday 7/11: "Exposed" A Pfizer Scientist Battles Corruption, Lies & Betrayal A Biohazard Whistleblower. indybay.org Adobe Books & Arts Cooperative | 3130 24th St, San Francisco, CA 94110…
(2026-07-05). Music in the Summer Air festival opens in Shanghai. ecns.cn The 2026 Music in the Summer Air festival (MISA) kicked off on Sunday evening at the Jaguar Shanghai Symphony Hall with a music-and-drama performance of Hamlet.
(2026-07-05). Qinghai-Xizang Railway shows how infrastructure and nature can coexist. ecns.cn Twenty years after its full operation began on July 1, 2006, the Qinghai-Xizang Railway has become more than a transportation link across the "Third Pole of the Earth." It has also emerged as an example of how major infrastructure projects can coexist with fragile ecosystems.
(2026-07-06). Wednesday 7/15: Webinar: Trojan Horse: US-Israel Military Cooperation Initiative. indybay.org Zoom | us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/Ir2KR9X……
(2026-07-06). World Cup Successes Repudiate Trump's Immigration Crackdown. hrw.org Click to expand Image | Folarin Balogun shoots on goal during the FIFA World Cup 2026 Round of 32 match between USA and Bosnia and Herzegovina in Santa Clara, California, July 1, 2026. | © 2026 Cal Sport Media via AP Photo…
(2026-07-06). The Meaning of Alienage for Wong Kim Ark. publicbooks.org The Fourteenth Amendment transformed American citizenship in the nineteenth century, but for Chinese immigrants and their American-born children, exclusion persisted.
(2026-07-05). Shanghai reports 21.13 million border crossings in H1 of 2026. ecns.cn Shanghai reported 21.13 million inbound and outbound border crossings in the first half of 2026, according to local border inspection authorities. Among them, nearly 3.17 million were inbound foreign visitor arrivals, marking a 22% year-on-year increase.
(2026-07-06). What is behind the latest Pakistan-Afghanistan tensions? uwidata.com By Tehran Tapdigov, from Baku / Azerbaijan On June 28, the Pakistani military carried out air strikes and cross-border operations in Afghanistan's eastern provinces of Paktia, Paktika, and Kunar. Islamabad stated that the operations targeted hideouts of Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan (TTP) and affiliated groups responsible for carrying out terrorist attacks inside Pakistan. Kabul, however, announced that …
(2026-07-06). Dog lockdown only way dogs can beat the heat, says RSPCA. thecanary.co 
The RSPCA is calling on dog owners to implement an urgent routine change, with more extreme hot weather forecast across England and Wales. The charity is urging dog owners to prepare for another spell of high temperatures. It says that even without the extreme 35 ∞C highs seen in June, upcoming conditions could still be hazardous […] | By
(2026-07-06). Donald Trump's 4th: Communists, Fireworks and Voting Rights. indybay.org America's 250th Independence Day celebration was unlike any other the nation has ever seen. The extravaganza here in Washington reigned over by a stubbornly independent and aging president who does as he pleases is not what July 4th is all about. America deserved better.
(2026-07-06). China's Submarine-Launched Ballistic Missile Test In The Pacific Is A Big Deal. twz.com 
(2026-07-06). Israel's approval of new illegal settlements will further isolate East Jerusalem and deepen its unlawful occupation. thecanary.co 
Israel's approval of plans to establish 13 new illegal settlements in the Occupied Palestinian Territories is yet another example of the abhorrent and utter disregard of the international rules-based order by Israel. This forms another troubling development in the rapidly deteriorating situation on the ground in the Occupied Palestinian Territories which calls for urgent and […] | By
(2026-07-06). Netanyahu urges US not to sell F-35 fighter jets to Turkey. newarab.com 
(2026-07-06). Anti-Indigenous Slur In Declaration Of Independence Speaks Volumes. popularresistance.org Every Fourth of July, the Declaration of Independence is the cornerstone of the U.S.'s celebrations. It's read aloud in radio, television, and public celebrations. But it carries a contradiction expressed through a slur that Native people have never been able to ignore — a scathing reference to "merciless Indian Savages." Even as the framers promised a nation of equality and liberty for all, they also made it clear that Indigenous people are not included in their notion of "all." So, within Native communities, the yearly invocations of the Declaration Independence are also a reminder of how long we have bee…
(2026-07-06). 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…
(2026-07-06). Fired drinking water adviser files suit against EPA. wsws.org A Flint water crisis whistleblower, Elin Warn Betanzo, was removed from a federal advisory council after joining hundreds of EPA employees in signing a "declaration of dissent" against the Trump administration's assault on the agency.
(2026-07-06). The World Cup must pay its carbon bill. aljazeera.com Football's biggest tournament should fund a serious plan to measure, reduce and account for its emissions.
(2026-07-06). India, Russia Trade Hits Record $68.7b: Official. infobrics.org India and Russia maintain strong and resilient economic cooperation that has grown significantly in recent years, with bilateral trade hitting a record high of nearly $70 billion…
(2026-07-06). What exactly are Narendra Modi's Global Awards rewarding? ummid.com As India celebrates yet another international award bestowed upon its Prime Minister, citizens would do well to ask whether these decorations reflect genuine achievements or merely the rituals of international diplomacy.
(2026-07-06). First phase of rail grinding completed on Lao section of China-Laos Railway. ecns.cn The first phase of rail grinding along a 144-kilometer stretch of the Lao section of the China-Laos Railway was completed early Sunday, as a grinding train wrapped up its work and rolled into Boten Station, according to Xinhua News Agency.
(2026-07-06). Medicaid Work-Rule Fight Grows As New Yorkers Lose Coverage. popularresistance.org Nearly half a million moderate-income New Yorkers began losing health insurance on July 1, the first major wave of coverage losses tied to the Republican tax and spending law enacted last year. Days earlier, 25 states and the District of Columbia sued the Trump administration over new Medicaid work rules that could strip coverage from eligible people who cannot navigate new paperwork requirements. | Together, the two developments show how the health care cuts are moving from Washington policy fights into clinics, enrollment offices, and household budgets.
(2026-07-05). PLA Navy's test launch of strategic missile by submarine a routine arrangement for annual military training: FM. ecns.cn The Chinese navy's successful test launch of a strategic missile by a submarine is a routine arrangement for China's annual military training and complies with international law and customary international practices, said Chinese foreign ministry spokesperson Mao Ning on Monday at a press conference in response to a relevant question.
(2026-07-06). A rare Keith Haring mural in Point Breeze may join Philly's historic register. whyy.org 
(2026-07-06). Why outdated retail IT systems are costing Australian stores more than they realise. independentaustralia.net 
(2026-07-06). Moment Israeli soldier hurls stun grenade into Palestinians' car. aljazeera.com Security camera video appears to show an Israeli soldier throwing a stun grenade into a car carrying young Palestinians.
(2026-07-06). America at 250: A Salute to the Workers Who Keep Freedom Moving. wattsupwiththat.com To America's energy workers: thank you. You have helped power the American story. You have made our nation stronger, safer, more prosperous, and more free.
(2026-07-06). SAHRC to convene hearing into food systems. sanews.gov.za SAHRC to convene hearing into food systems | The South African Human Rights Commission (SAHRC) will convene the second leg of the National Investigative Hearing into South Africa's Food Systems on Monday. | "The National Investigative Hearing was initiated in response to complaints received by the Commission, together with findings from its monitoring work, which revealed growing concerns regarding the lack of access to adequate food. | "The inquiry is grounded in section 27(1)(b) of the Constitution of the Republic of South Africa, which guarantees that everyone has the right to have access to sufficient food,"
(2026-07-06). Public urged not to perform law enforcement functions. sanews.gov.za Public urged not to perform law enforcement functions | The South African Police Service (SAPS) in the Free State has warned the public against performing law enforcement functions. ⚪ This as it noted circulating information suggesting that certain individuals or groups may intend to participate in, or accompany law enforcement agencies during compliance inspections and enforcement operations across the province. ⚪ "The SAPS wishes to remind the public that the enforcement of the law, including compliance inspections, searches, arrests, seizures and other policing functions, is the exclusive responsibility of d…
(2026-07-06). JCECEB 2026 Choice Filling Starts, Allotment on July 12. ummid.com The Jharkhand Combined Entrance Competitive Examination Board (JCECEB) has asked all registered students participating in Engineering (BE/BTech) Counselling to submit option form and college choices using the link provided on its official website 'jceceb.jharkhand.gov.in'.
(2026-07-05). The Heavenly Road of Miracles. ecns.cn For the past twenty years, this "Heavenly Road" has transformed once-impassable terrain into vital transport corridors.
(2026-07-06). SOAS student 'terror trial' final hearing approaches. thecanary.co 
Wednesday 8 July will be a key hearing in the case of 22-year-old pro-Palestine student activist Sarah Cotte. Like every day of the trial, supporters from the Defend the SOAS 2 campaign will protest outside the Old Bailey. They'll draw attention to what they say is the application of a pernicious terrorism law that has […] | By
(2026-07-06). Polymarket's secretive links to Israel exposed. thecanary.co 
Journalist Whitney Webb has published a detailed report looking at the secretive history of Polymarket. It's a history which includes links to US and Israeli intelligence services: We've been quiet recently because Mark Goodwin and I have been working to write the most comprehensive investigation into Polymarket's origins and ambitions to date. We found that […] | By
(2026-07-06). The Stud Alley Photos That The Media Left Out, And What It Tells Us. indybay.org The limited reporting on Stud Alley 2026 left out certain photos of graffiti tags. The photo choices might be the result of editorial decisions, but it might be intentional. The left-out photos paint a scene not of chaotic rebels but of a community impacted by police brutality and oppression — something other oppressed communities can relate to. This gives us clues about the goals of SF city hall and why they used so much force against queer & trans people across Pride weekend.
(2026-07-05). World's first artificially bred Yangtze finless porpoise turns 21. ecns.cn "Taotao," the world's first Yangtze finless porpoise to be naturally bred and raised in human care, celebrated its 21st birthday on Sunday.
(2026-07-06). Super Typhoon Bavi makes landfall on US Pacific islands. aljazeera.com Local authorities on Rota, part of the Northern Mariana Islands, say they have received reports of 'major damages'.
(2026-07-06). Gulf State Catch-22: Time to drop US as chief security guarantor? responsiblestatecraft.org At Davos in January, Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney surprised the audience with his
(2026-07-06). Russian Tu-142 Bear Drops Sonobuoys During Close Encounter With British Carrier. twz.com 
(2026-07-06). Madison: Will Williams of Veterans For Peace Memorial Service July 11, 2026. wibailoutpeople.org 
Will Williams of Madison Veterans for Peace #25 has passed. He will be missed…. In 2009, Will received WNPJ's Peacemaker of the Year award. Learn more about Will Williams in the PBS documentary by Bill Moyers. THE GOOD SOLDIER follows four veterans, one from World War II, two from Vietnam, and the fourth from Iraq …
(2026-07-06). Thursday 7/9: South Africa & ILWU 10-34 Connection & The History and Relevance Today & ILWU6 C&H Strike. indybay.org Henry Schmidt Room | ILWU Local 10 | 400 North Point St. | San Francisco…
(2026-07-06). Ethiopia: Tigray Authorities Forcibly Recruiting Civilians. hrw.org Click to expand Image | Tigray People's Liberation Front (TPLF) fighters in Mekele, Tigray region, Ethiopia, June 30, 2021. | © 2021 Yasuyoshi Chiba/AFP via Getty Images | (Nairobi) — Regional authorities in Ethiopia's northern Tigray region have been abducting and unlawfully recruiting civilians, including children as young as 15, for their forces since at least April 2026, Human Rights Watch said today.Communities in towns and cities across the region said that Tigrayan forces and officials were abducting former combatants and other men and boys on the street, in offices, and in nighttime house-to…
(2026-07-06). The siege of El-Obeid: Sudan's next humanitarian catastrophe. newarab.com 
Sudan's Rapid Support Forces (RSF) appear to be preparing a major offensive on In recent weeks, they have reportedly Both the SAF's 5th Infantry Division and its joint op…
(2026-07-06). Australia: Worker injured at BlueScope's Port Kembla steelworks as pattern of dangerous incidents continues. wsws.org The series of incidents involving falling objects highlights the ongoing risk to BlueScope workers after the tragic death of 24-year-old worker Jack McGrath last year.
(2026-07-06). Why renewed Egypt-Turkey military cooperation concerns Israel. newarab.com 
(2026-07-05). China's largest amphibious assault ship nears flight operations. ecns.cn China's largest and most powerful amphibious assault ship, the CNS Sichuan, has entered a new stage of sea trials, with key flight operation systems installed, according to a report by China Central Television on Sunday.
(2026-07-06). NATO Ankara Summit 2026: Key Issues, Leaders and What to Expect. moderndiplomacy.eu Leaders of NATO's 32 member states will meet in Ankara on Tuesday and Wednesday for one of the alliance's most consequential summits in recent years, as Europe faces mounting pressure from United States President Donald Trump to assume greater responsibility for its own defence. The gathering comes amid continued uncertainty over Washington's long term military …
(2026-07-05). Flood emergency response for Guangxi upgraded. ecns.cn China on Monday upgraded its emergency response for flood control from Level-III to Level-IV for southwest China's Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region, due to Typhoon Maysak, according to the country's State Flood Control and Drought Relief Headquarters.
(2026-07-06). Are you older or younger than the rest of the world? aljazeera.com Enter the day you were born and we will place you in the lineup of all eight billion people alive today.
(2026-07-06). What to Eugene Debs Was the Fourth of July? portside.org What to Eugene Debs Was the Fourth of July? |
(2026-07-06). Why Morocco's win against Canada in 2026 FIFA WC Last 16 is significant. ummid.com Morocco Sunday July 05, 2026 crushed 2026 FIFA World Cup host Canada 3-0 to reach the Football World Cup Quarter Final.
(2026-07-06). Dana, Magna workers face critical contract fights, as UAW seeks to extend pattern of betrayals. wsws.org Auto parts workers at Dana and Magna Seating are entering contract battles in the wake of UAW sellouts at American Axle and Nexteer and continuing industry cost cutting.
(2026-07-06). Can Trump Deliver What Years of Fighting Could Not? thinktank.pk Donald Trump held separate phone calls with Vladimir Putin and Volodymyr Zelenskyy ahead of the NATO Summit. Could this mark the beginning of a new peace process or merely delay a prolonged conflict? As the Russia-Ukraine war enters another year with no decisive military victory in sight, diplomacy has once again moved to center stage. …
(2026-07-06). Dutch to announce over €3 billion in defence deals at NATO forum, minister says. al-monitor.com By Andrew GrayANKARA, July 6 (Reuters) РThe Netherlands will announce defence deals and plans worth more than €3 billion ($3.43 billion) at a NATO forum in Ankara on Tuesday that precedes a summit of the alliance's political leaders, Dutch Defence Minister Dilan Yesilgoz told Reuters.In an interview in the Turkish capital on Monday, Yesilgoz said the announcements would include partnerships with Belgium on air defence and with Britain on naval ships. She said the Netherlands was also looking to engage in more joint projects with Germany.
(2026-07-05). China-made electric vehicles arrive in Canada under new trade arrangement. ecns.cn Chinese-made electric vehicles have entered the Canadian market, with May marking the first month of EV imports from China, according to data from Global Affairs Canada.
(2026-07-06). Ronaldo's 1st Knockout Stage Goal Takes Portugal to 2026 WC Last 16. ummid.com Cristiano Ronaldo Friday July 03, 2026 scored his maiden Football World Cup Knockout Stage Goal to defeat Croatia, and take Portugal to the 2026 FIFA World Cup Last 16.
(2026-07-06). Hundreds of Patriot Front fascists march in Washington during US 250th anniversary celebration. wsws.org The white supremacist march in the capital, met with police protection and official invocations of "free speech," exposes the real class content of democratic rights under the Trump administration.
(2026-07-06). Is Tehran Stronger After the War? Understanding Iran's New Political Order. thinktank.pk For decades, Western policymakers viewed Iran through a familiar lens: an isolated revolutionary state led by aging clerics, constrained by sanctions, weakened by economic crisis, and dependent on proxy militias across the Middle East. However, the events of 2026 have challenged many of these assumptions. The death of Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei during the …
(2026-07-06). 2026 FIFA WC: Argentina Wins Match, But Cabo Verde Captures Hearts. ummid.com Cape Verde Saturday July 04, 2026 was knocked out of the 2026 Football World Cup by Argentina, but not before capturing the hearts of millions of football fans around the world.
(2026-07-06). Greens or Reform will lead Kirklees Council, but Tories block progress. thecanary.co 
In the West Yorkshire borough of Kirklees, only the Green Party's group leader or Reform's are in a position to lead the council. But Conservative councillors' refusal to pick a side has been blocking progress, with two votes already failing to produce a winner. Ahead of another vote on 15 July, local Green leader Andrew […] | By
(2026-07-06). The Historical Paths to and from Wong Kim Ark. publicbooks.org "The decision in Wong Kim Ark's case marked the culmination of a three-year legal battle and reflected two decades of sustained efforts to deny citizenship to the U.S.-born children of Chinese immigrants following the Fourteenth Amendment."
(2026-07-06). What Nuclear Weapons Conceal, As Exposed by Mark Twain. ummid.com In the nuclear age, humanity's greatest challenge is no longer mastering destructive power, but refusing the moral narratives that make its use appear necessary.
(2026-07-06). Teamsters document the disaster of deregulation. peoplesworld.org 
WASHINGTON—Deregulation of the trucking industry almost 50 years ago produced a Wild West of fly-by-night operators, declining wages and abominable working conditions—such as workers driving too many hours on too little sleep—and scattershot service to shippers, the Teamsters say in a long analysis of the history of the industry. It's printed in the latest issue …
(2026-07-06). The Legacy of Hiroshima and Nagasaki's Physicians. ummid.com Hiroshima Day, observed each year on 6 August, marks the moment the world first witnessed the catastrophic human consequences of nuclear weapons, this article is offered as an early contribution to Hiroshima Day 2026.
(2026-07-06). Oppose the Erdoğan government's arrests and censorship ahead of the NATO summit! Free all political prisoners! wsws.org The Erdoğan government escalated political repression ahead of the NATO summit in Ankara, detaining hundreds more people.
(2026-07-06). DC Council Punts Wealth Tax Debate to the Fall. inequality.org The fight for a wealth proceeds tax in Washington, DC lives on, at least for now. Instead of floating a proposal during this summer's budget hearings, outgoing DC City Councilmember Brianne Nadeau said she will introduce the measure next month so that the city council can consider it during a September tax and revenue hearing. …
(2026-07-06). FIFA Accused of Bowing to Trump After Lifting US Player's Red Card Suspension. truthout.org FIFA, the international soccer organization that governs the World Cup, lifted a red card suspension for U.S. star player Folarin Balogun on Sunday after President Donald Trump intervened through an intense lobbying effort. Balogun's red card penalty against Bosnia and Herzegovina last week was itself questionable, with some commentators stating that the infraction he was called for did not… |
(2026-07-06). No outright winner in New Caledonia election. wsws.org A lower turnout in the French territory's elections and the subsequent deadlock reflect growing opposition to the entire political establishment.
(2026-07-06). Solidarity Saturday: It's faster than waiting in line anyway ;). wibailoutpeople.org 
View this email in your browser Welcome to Solidarity Saturday, your weekly highlight reel and shortcut to staying plugged in. Baristas already know how to make Starbucks better. It's not raised menu prices, complicated drinks, or egregious spending on ads. The answer is simple: use less than one day's sales to finalize fair union contracts …
(2026-07-06). El-Obeid under siege by RSF: Could this be Sudan's next el-Fasher? aljazeera.com UN warns of 'catastrophe' in el-Obeid after RSF atrocities in el-Fasher last year.
(2026-07-06). How to start international share trading from Australia. independentaustralia.net 
(2026-07-06). The domestic violence triage system. onlineopinion.com.au Buried in this feminist report is something genuinely radical: a campaign to redefine due process itself as misconduct.
(2026-07-06). SA to host the 2026 Annual SADC Industrialisation Week. sanews.gov.za SA to host the 2026 Annual SADC Industrialisation Week | The Government of South Africa, in collaboration with the Southern African Development Community (SADC) Business Council and the SADC Secretariat, will host the 2026 Annual SADC Industrialisation Week, later this month. ⚪ "The SADC Industrialisation Week (SIW) is a week-long programme that brings together policymakers, business leaders, investors, academia, researchers, development finance institutions from across the SADC region and beyond to advance regional industrial development," the Department of Trade, Industry and Competition said in a statement on…
(2026-07-05). 'Assimilation' or opportunity? Why are Western elites embracing Mandarin. ecns.cn After China's newly enacted Ethnic Unity and Progress Promotion Law was approved, the European Parliament and some Western media outlets quickly focused on one provision: the promotion of the national standard spoken and written language. Some critics labeled the policy as "assimilation."
(2026-07-05). China's annual power use surpasses 10 trillion kWh in 2025. ecns.cn China has built the world's largest power supply system, with grid capacity now on par with leading international standards, according to a report released by the National Energy Administration recently.
(2026-07-06). Manipulators Do Not Use Language The Same Way Normal People Do. caitlinjohnstone.com.au The world would be a much better place if everyone understood that manipulators do not use language the same way normal people do. Normal people use language to communicate and connect, while manipulative people use language to control and extract. | Propagandists, hasbarists, politicians, and people with disorders which incline them toward manipulative behavior like narcissistic personality disorder or antisocial personality disorder, use language with the goal of advancing agendas rather than to convey inform…
(2026-07-06). The Definition of NATO 3.0, Türkiye's Role, and the Importance of the Summit. uwidata.com By Adem Kƒ±lƒ±àß, Political Scientist The fact that Türkiye will host the 36th NATO Summit should not be viewed merely as a diplomatic organizational success. This summit will serve as one of the strongest indicators of Türkiye's rising strategic weight within the evolving international system, its central position in the security architecture, and its multidimensional …
(2026-07-06). FIFA rulebook faces stress test after Trump intervention. thecanary.co 
Not every crisis to hit football begins with a refereeing error. Some begin when fans lose faith that the law will have the final say, and when politics fills the space left behind. The latest controversy surrounding Folarin Balogun's red card is no longer about whether the punishment was right or wrong. It is about […] | By
(2006-07-26). Pakistan, Saudi Arabia sign MoU to build new cricket stadium in Jeddah. tribune.com.pk 
Pakistan and the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia on Monday signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) on a new stadium project in Jeddah. | The MoU was signed by Saudi Cricket Federation Chairman Prince Saud bin Mishaal bin Muhammad Al Saud and Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) Chairman and Federal Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi. | The partnership marked a step toward the expansion of cricket in the Middle East, as well as Saudi Arabia's sports growth, with Pakistan bringing decades of expertise in stadium design, construction, and cricket facility management. | Under the agreement, Islamabad and Riyadh would work jointly…
(2026-07-06). As Search Ends, Nolan Wells' Family Is Still Waiting For Answers. capitalbnews.org 
What should have been a fun-filled holiday weekend for college student Nolan Xavier Wells turned into a massive search for the 18-year-old. Local news outlet WLOX in Biloxi, Mississippi, reported Monday afternoon that the Jackson County Sheriff's Department confirmed that a body matching the description of Wells had been found by the U.S. Parks Service. …
(2026-07-06). 25 deaths across the US from "heat dome" during week of July 4th. wsws.org The heat wave that struck the Midwest, South and Northeast of the US—with 35 states plus the District of Columbia hitting temperatures of 100Àö or more—has so far killed 25 people with expectations that the number of excess deaths will be significantly higher.
(2026-07-06). Trump's Corruption, Birthright Citizenship & Olympian Charged w/ Touching Reflecting Pool: Norm Eisen. democracynow.org 
A grand jury in Washington, D.C., has indicted former U.S. Olympic canoeist David "Davey" Hearn on a felony charge for allegedly vandalizing the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool on June 19. He is facing a possible maximum sentence of 10 years in prison if convicted. Hearn, who denies the accusations, says he had noticed a partly detached piece of the Reflecting Pool's blue liner and reached into the water to see what it felt like, when he was quickly arrested and subsequently held in jail for five hours. He is one of at least six people who have been arrested for allegedly vandalizing the Reflec…
(2026-07-06). Smotrich vows settlement 'revolution' beyond occupied West Bank. newarab.com 
Israel is only at the beginning of a "revolution in settlement" building, far-right Finance Minister "I have news for you: we have just begun the revolution in settlement. We will also reach the Negev and the Galilee," Smotrich wrote on Instagram, referring to the Naqab desert and the Galilee region in northern Israel. | His comments came days after Israel's s…
(2026-07-06). MoU stacked in holding pattern as U.S. pivots to Plan 'B'. thealtworld.com With Hormuz still squeezed and White House factions at war, who's really playing whom? | Plan 'A' was to topple the Islamic Republic which was seen as nothing more than a fragile house of cards. That collapse — it was expected — would ripple through, and take down several connected Axis of Resistance fronts, The prediction of a popular uprising in Iran has…
(2026-07-06). China says successfully conducted test missile launch in Pacific Ocean. geo.tv 
Guided missiles are launched during a drill off the port city of Qingdao, where China's North Sea Fleet headquarters is located. — Reuters/FileLaunch landed in designated waters.Pacific test deemed routine exercise.China issued advance notification.China's navy said it…
(2026-07-06). New US ambassador to New Zealand says Cook Islands a top priority. asiapacificreport.nz 
By Kaya Selby of RNZ Pacific The new US Ambassador to New Zealand is introducing Donald Trump's agenda of "disruption" to the Pacific. Jared Novelly arrived in Wellington last week, and is expected to travel to Niue, the Cook Islands and Samoa within the next month to present his credentials. A businessman and sports team…
(2026-07-06). Trump's SNAP Cuts Leave States and Counties Facing Spiraling Hunger Crisis. truthout.org One year after President Donald Trump signed legislation that slashed federal health care and food assistance to pay for tax cuts that mostly benefit the wealthy, officials on the front lines of the nation's affordability crisis say the costs to state and local governments of filling holes left by Congress in the safety net are unsustainable. Demand for food assistance is rising as children and… |
(2026-07-05). China launches new satellite group by Long March-8A rocket. ecns.cn China sent a new satellite group into space at 9: 43 p.m. (Beijing Time) on Sunday from a commercial spacecraft launch site in south China's Hainan Province.
(2026-07-06). The Judeo-Bolshevist Target. portside.org The Judeo-Bolshevist Target |
(2026-07-06). More than 300 children killed in Sudan war in 6 months: UNICEF. newarab.com 
More than 300 children have been killed in the last six months in the Sudan has been mired in a war between the The war is now concentrated in the Kordofan, Darfur and Blue Niles states, with drone warfare causing 60% of casualties, according to UNICEF. | The UN, US, UK and…
(2026-07-06). Massive crowds expected at Iran leader's funeral procession. newarab.com 
(2026-07-06). Impeachment trial of Philippine Vice President Sara Duterte begins. aljazeera.com Senate trial outcome could permanently bar Duterte from office, shaking her frontrunner status for the 2028 election.
(2026-07-06). 'We have nothing to cool off with': French heatwave exposes inequalities. aljazeera.com As people living in low-income areas are unable to escape the heat, analysts decry the government's response.
(2026-07-06). Why Israel blocked an anti-crime unit for Arab communities. newarab.com 
The Israeli Justice Ministry Director General Itamar Donenfeld halted plans to establish a northern…
(2026-07-06). China's New Ethnic Unity Law and Erasure of Minority Identities. ummid.com China's newly enacted 'Law on Promoting Ethnic Unity and Progress' marks a definitive shift from managing diversity to enforcing homogeneity.
(2026-07-06). North Korea's Frigate Bristles With A Comical Number Of Machine Guns. twz.com 
North Korea's newest warship,
(2026-07-06). China pulls nuke card at sea: This new lethal missile test feels like a warning shot for Taiwan 'war'. hindustantimes.com China has reportedly test-fired a nuclear-capable submarine-launched ballistic missile into the Pacific Ocean, according to state media Xinhua. The missile, launched from a PLA Navy strategic nuclear submarine, carried a simulated warhead and successfully struck its designated target area. Beijing described the launch as a routine annual drill conducted in line with international law and said relevant countries, including Australia and New Zealand, were notified in advance. However, Australia has strongly criticised the move, with Foreign Minister Penny Wong calling the test "destabilising" amid rising regional t…
(2026-07-06). 160th Anniversary of the establishment of the Buffalo Soldiers – Allensworth State Park. indybay.org The streets throughout the Town of Allensworth, share an unspoken yet profound legacy of service, identity and self-determination. July 28, 1866, the Buffalo Soldiers were established after the bloody US Civil War, ending chattel slavery throughout America.
(2026-07-06). Portugal vs Spain: World Cup last 16 — Ronaldo, Yamal, start and prediction. aljazeera.com Cristiano Ronaldo's Portugal face Lamine Yamal-powered Spain in an Iberian football derby in the World Cup round of 16.
(2026-07-06). USA vs Belgium — World Cup last 16: Trump, Balogun, prediction, start time. aljazeera.com Lobbying by President Trump and a last-minute U-turn by FIFA stir controversy before the knockout match.
(2026-07-06). Planned Parenthood Can Access Medicaid Funding After Congressional Ban Expires. truthout.org Planned Parenthood and other reproductive health clinics regained access to Medicaid funding on Saturday after a provision in the One Big Beautiful Bill Act defunding the organizations expired. The provision depriving Planned Parenthood was touted as a major victory for the anti-abortion movement when the bill was signed on July 4, 2025, but, due to Senate rules, the defunding only lasted for… |
(2026-07-06). Thurs. July 9: 'The world is bringing down the empire' hybrid forum. iacenter.org Guest panelists include: Matthue Peterson — Palaver Collective Che — Bronx Antiwar Dr. Rabab Abdulhadi — Palestinian scholar, activist Carlos Martinez — Friends of Socialist China Pre-register: tinyurl.com/9thofJuly…
(2026-07-06). Meet Awais Ahmed: Karnataka Villager Who Built INR 9,00 Cr Space Empire. ummid.com Splitting his time between bustling headquarters in Bengaluru and Los Angeles, Awais Ahmed's meteoric rise has earned him slots on prestigious lists like Forbes 30 Under 30 and MIT Innovators Under 35.
(2026-07-06). Thursday 8/6: Group Artist Reception at Caldwell Snyder Gallery. indybay.org 341 Sutter Street, San Francisco, CA 94108…
(2026-07-06). Canada Picks German Type 212 Submarine For Badly Needed Fleet Renewal. twz.com 
Canada's next submarine will be German-made, after Ottawa announced its decision to buy a dozen new conventionally powered
(2026-07-06). VH-92 Patriot Getting Granite White House Helipad Will Finally Allow VH-3D Sea King To Retire. twz.com 
After many decades of landing on the White House lawn, Marine One will operate from a helipad, which Trump says the VH-92's maker is paying for.
(2026-07-06). How Folarin Balogun's red card led to FIFA U-turn and Trump tweet. thecanary.co 
The red card shown to US national team striker, Folarin Balogun, during the match against Bosnia and Herzegovina in the round of 32 of the World Cup became one of the most controversial incidents of the tournament. It spilled over from the pitch to reach the White House, before culminating in an exceptional decision by […] | By
(2026-07-06). Central Energy Fund welcomes appointment of Dr Mokoka as GCEO. sanews.gov.za Central Energy Fund welcomes appointment of Dr Mokoka as GCEO | The Board of the Central Energy Fund (CEF) Group has welcomed the appointment of Dr Tshepo Mokoka as the new Group Chief Executive Officer of the CEF Group of Companies. ⚪ "Dr Mokoka assumes the role following his successful tenure as Acting Group Chief Executive Officer after the departure of Dr Poolo. During this period, he demonstrated exceptional leadership, strategic foresight and a steadfast commitment to ensuring continuity, organisational stability and the effective execution of the Group's mandate," the CEF said in a statement. ⚪ A highl…
(2026-07-06). The Future of Sustainable Outdoor Space Management. thecanary.co 
Sustainable outdoor space management has become an increasingly important consideration for facilities managers, estate managers and commercial property professionals as organisations seek to balance environmental responsibility with operational efficiency. External environments are no longer viewed solely as aesthetic assets; they are expected to support biodiversity, improve climate resilience, enhance user wellbeing and contribute towards wider […] | By
(2026-07-05). ASEAN remains Yunnan's largest trading partner in first five months. ecns.cn ASEAN remained Yunnan province's largest trading partner in the first five months of 2026, according to statistics released by Kunming Customs.
(2026-07-06). What Takaichi's Visit Reveals About the Limits of India-Japan Cooperation. moderndiplomacy.eu Most commentary on Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi's first visit to India, her three-day trip to New Delhi from July 1 to 3, culminating in the 16th India-Japan Annual Summit with Prime Minister Modi, has read the encounter as a natural deepening of an already strong relationship. That framing is too generous. It treats three decades …
(2026-07-05). China, Russia to hold joint naval exercise, maritime patrol. ecns.cn Chinese and Russian navies will hold the "Joint Sea-2026" naval exercise this month in waters and airspace near the Chinese port city of Qingdao in east China's Shandong Province, China's Ministry of National Defense announced Sunday.
(2026-07-06). Wednesday 7/8: Sharing the Spirit of America: Declaration of Independence Nationwide Community Readings. indybay.org Nationwide public readings…
(2026-07-06). America at 250 faces a new struggle over who really holds power. independentaustralia.net 
(2026-07-06). Reform UK's Braverman believes the UK should be compensated for its colonial pillages. thecanary.co 
Reform UK's far-right MP Suella Braverman claims the UK should receive reparations for its "investment, effort and contribution" to the colonies. This appalling suggestion came after Labour MP Bell Ribeiro-Addy posted on X about Jamaica making the (long overdue) case for reparations "directly to King Charles". Apparently, countries that had their resources, wealth, and labour […] | By
(2026-07-06). Innovation drives exoskeleton robots from the Greater Bay Area to the World. ecns.cn In Shenzhen, Guangdong Province, a team of young entrepreneurs whose average age is under 30, just turned a sci-fi dream of powered "mech suits" into affordable, lightweight exoskeletons which are now sold in more than 70 countries and regions around the world.
(2026-07-06). Why Adversaries Don't Need to Win a War to Weaken America. moderndiplomacy.eu As America marks its 250th birthday this summer, the celebrations come amid growing public skepticism about the health of American democracy. In the spring of 2026, a Pew Research survey exposed that 62% of Americans were dissatisfied with the way democracy was working. This dissatisfaction is hard to square with the numbers. The United States …
(2026-07-06). Starmer's £300bn Defence Gamble: A Challenge for Burnham. ummid.com Keir Starmer announced his resignation as Labour leader on 22 June 2026 after a mutiny within his own party, but before leaving Downing Street, he unveiled a near- £300 billion, drone-heavy defence plan – a move critics call his final, and most contested, act as prime minister.
(2026-07-06). The 12th Cross-Strait Students Forum focuses on breaking stalemates and establishing new paths. ecns.cn This year's edition drew more than 150 students and scholars from both sides of the Taiwan Strait. The program featured an opening ceremony, thematic presentations by student representatives, parallel panel discussions, a micro-video showcase, academic summaries, and closing and awards ceremonies. In all, the forum received over 200 academic papers and more than 30 micro-video submissions from universities and research institutions across the Strait.
(2026-07-05). Chinese foreign minister calls on Swedish business community to deepen cooperation with China. ecns.cn The Wallenberg family and the Swedish business community should continue to play an active role in encouraging the Swedish government to pursue a rational and pragmatic policy toward China, helping the Swedish public gain a true understanding of China and fostering stronger public support for improving bilateral relations, Xinhua News Agency cited Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi as saying on Saturday.
(2026-07-06). NATO to unveil big arms deals in Ankara before summit with Trump. al-monitor.com By Andrew GrayANKARA, July 7 (Reuters) – NATO leaders plan to unveil arms deals worth tens of billions of dollars in Ankara on Tuesday to show they are heeding U.S. calls to spend more to defend Europe before joining President Donald Trump for a summit.European governments will announce the deals at a NATO defence industry forum before Trump flies in to meet Turkish President Tayyip Erdogan and join fellow leaders of the military alliance for the summit, which begins with a dinner on Tuesday evening.
(2026-07-06). Inside Egypt's Octagon: World's Largest Defense Headquarters. ummid.com Egyptian President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi Saturday July 04, 2026, inaugurated The Octagon – the country's new Strategic Command Headquarters in the heart of the New Administrative Capital (NAC).
(2026-07-06). Maharashtra 11th FYJC 2026 Special Round 1 Allotment Today, Check Here. ummid.com School Education and Sports Department Maharashtra is releasing on its official website 'mahafyjcadmissions.in' today i.e. Friday July 03, 2026 Special CAP Round 1 Allotment List of the students who are seeking admission in Class 11 First Year Junior College (FYJC) for the year 2026-27.
(2026-07-06). Trump expected to tell Turkey he is ready to restore access to F-35 jets, NYT reports. al-monitor.com July 6 (Reuters) – U.S. President Donald Trump is expected to tell Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan that he is prepared to allow the country to rejoin the F-35 stealth fighter program, the New York Times reported on Monday, citing four senior administration officials.The report comes as Trump heads to Ankara for a NATO summit, where he is expected to meet Erdogan. The summit is set to begin on Tuesday evening.
(2026-07-06). Brasil: Lula declara que ´nunca ha sido de izquierda ª. indybay.org Brasil: Lula declara que ´nunca ha sido de izquierda ª, pasado izquierdista e involución derechizante…
(2026-07-06). México: Claudia Sheinbaum le pide perdón al rey Felipe VI por los "crímenes cometidos cont. indybay.org México: Claudia Sheinbaum le pide perdón al rey Felipe VI por los "crímenes cometidos contra España durante la conquista"
(2026-07-06). No More Dollars For Walmart After Kohen Wiley's Death. popularresistance.org I spoke with Davion Williams the day before the 21-year-old Black father had to bury his 1-year-old baby, murdered by police in Senatobia, Mississippi. "Justice for Kohen Wiley!" he chanted, fist raised, and also dazed, trying to find his footing in the midst of the unimaginable theft of his beautiful baby boy's life. | As I offered love and support, grateful that my comrade, friend, and brother-in-struggle, Marquell Bridges, was there to hold the family and organize alongside them, I offered, "We cannot get justice for Kohen; justice would mean that he is still here."
(2026-07-06). Wallmapu_Héctor LLaitul: un movimiento autonomista, anticapitalista y revolucionario. indybay.org Wallmapu_Héctor LLaitul: Mantenemos un movimiento autonomista, anticapitalista y revolucionario…