(2026-07-17). White House actively discussing sending ground troops to Iran. wsws.org This dangerous escalation would be a desperate response to the failure of the US war to overturn the Iranian regime.
(2026-07-17). As humanitarian crisis reaches "critical" stage, NYT reports "Marco Rubio is Running Venezuela" wsws.org Billions in Venezuelan assets withheld from earthquake relief, debt payments prioritized over reconstruction, and oil wealth redirected to Wall Street all demonstrate that US operations have nothing to do with aiding the population…
(2026-07-17). Milwaukee: NO WAR ON IRAN! Banner Drop July 17, 2026. wibailoutpeople.org Bridge at N Lincoln Memorial Drive and Lagoon Drive | Milwaukee 7: 30 P.M.
(2026-07-17). Democracy summit marks America's 250th anniversary by looking beyond the celebration. whyy.org From Philly and the Pa. suburbs to South Jersey and Delaware, what would you like WHYY News to cover? As Philadelphia marks the nation's 250th anniversary, civic leaders, elected officials, judges, journalists and scholars gathered for two days to debate one question: What does American democracy need to survive its next 250 years? | Hosted by the Committee of Seventy, "The Promise of Democracy: 250 Years and the Path Ahead" brought together experts on elections, media, government and civic engagement. | Here are the major takeaways from the summit. | 1. Democracy isn't…
(2026-07-17). Workers and Community Members Take the Streets Across Wisconsin to Demand: Stop ICE! Justice Now! (Photos and protest Info). wibailoutpeople.org 
(2026-07-17). Brazilian football legend Pele's World Cup shirt sells for $4.9m. aljazeera.com The sale is a record for the Brazilian footballing great, but far from the most expensive piece of sporting memorabilia.
(2026-07-17). Help Build the 6th Annual Blake Family Block Party (August 29, 2026)! Donate Now. wibailoutpeople.org 
Mukwa We are honored this year to collect the funds for the annual 6th Blake Family Block Party held in Kenosha Wisconsin August 29, 2026. Help us uplift this community building event by donating here! Check can be sent to Mukwa with on the check memo 'Mutual Aid' or 'Blake Family Block Party'.8333 Bemidji Ave. …
(2026-07-17). Thousands Take to the Streets in Maine: 'A Man Was Lynched Here!' Johan Sebastián Durán Guerrero. wibailoutpeople.org 
Demonstrators outside of an ICE field office in Scarborough, Maine, on July 14. | JOSEPH PREZIOSO/AFP/Getty Images…
(2026-07-17). Wrong, USA Today, There's No Evidence that Climate Change Will Cause Higher Water Bills. wattsupwiththat.com USA Today's readers deserve better than speculative headlines built on hypothetical futures. They deserve reporting grounded in observed data, historical context, and the recognition that climate models are tools for exploring possibilities, not crystal balls predicting tomorrow's water bill.
(2026-07-17). Australian government cynically tries to distance itself from war on Iran. wsws.org Labor is presenting itself as a bystander to an illegal war that it has enthusiastically supported and actively participated in, including through the deployment of troops and military hardware.
(2026-07-17). How Michigan's Earned Sick Time Act (ESTA) law was manipulated to rob Nexteer workers of 32 vacation hours. wsws.org When 1,700 workers at Nexteer Automotive in Saginaw, Michigan opened their first paychecks after the UAW narrowly rammed through a fourth contract, they found that 32 hours of vacation time had disappeared.
(2026-07-17). Rubio, Miller host fascist conference at State Department. wsws.org The most chilling remarks came from Stephen Miller, who presented a Nazi-style characterization of the "left" as a biological deformity that had to be eliminated.
(2026-07-17). Senate Democrats cover for Trump's violent assault on immigrants, democratic rights at Blanche hearing. wsws.org During nearly five hours of questioning, Democrats remained virtually silent on ICE murders, National Guard deployments and the prosecution of left-wing opponents of the Trump administration.
(2026-07-17). United Auto Workers and United Steelworkers announce new deal at Dana, rush contract votes. wsws.org Voting is set to begin Friday on the deal, which increases top pay to $30 an hour by 2030 for current workers but expands the tier system and offers no job protections as parts suppliers slash costs through AI and automation.
(2026-07-17). Two disease outbreaks in New York City highlight a prioritization of profit over health. wsws.org The spread of two diseases in New York City, Legionnaires' disease and Cyclosporiasis, highlights the failure of the capitalist system to mount effective measures to control known threats to human health and life.
(2026-07-17). South Australian nurses to vote on sellout union-Labor government agreement. wsws.org In June, limited 24-hour strikes at Lyell McEwin Hospital and Flinders Medical Centre demonstrated nurses' determination to fight, even as the union leadership worked to keep these actions isolated and under tight bureaucratic control.
(2026-07-17). Catastrophic Bangladesh floods kill over 50 people. wsws.org The same failures recur every monsoon: breached embankments, inadequate drainage, delayed relief and infrastructure designed to serve commercial interests rather than human need.
(2026-07-17). Shut down plants and workplaces amidst spreading toxic air! wsws.org Wildfire smoke from Canada and Minnesota has given Detroit the worst air quality in the world. The International Workers Alliance of Rank-and-File Committees calls for workers to take independent action to protect their health and lives.
(2026-07-17). Protesters speak out against ICE murders in Houston, Texas and Biddeford, Maine. wsws.org WSWS reporters spoke to protesters in Houston, Texas and Biddeford, Maine this week, the sites of two daylight murders of workers on their way to work by ICE gestapo agents.
2026-07-16: 3 Dead in 7 Days: Ice Killings Ignite Nationwide Uprising | W/ Karina Garcia
Protests are erupting across the United States in response to the deaths of three immigrant workers in just seven days at the hands of federal agents, with a national day of action to Stop ICE Terror planned for July 18. Karina Garcia, an organizer with the Party for Socialism and Liberation, says "both parties have been playing up this war on immigrants to distract from their inability to address the problems facing working families in this country.
(2026-07-17). After NYC elections, Jacobin offers services of DSA to Democratic establishment, union bureaucracy. wsws.org Jacobincites recent DSA election victories to argue, in the form of friendly advice, that the Democratic Party establishment and trade union bureaucracy should not be distracted by the supposed "socialism" of the DSA. For their own good, they must instead embrace the DSA and accept the organization's offer to lend them a "left" cover.
(2026-07-17). German intelligence service removes Sozialistische Gleichheitspartei from extremist watchlist. wsws.org Germany's domestic intelligence agency has removed the Sozialistische Gleichheitspartei from its list of so-called "left-wing extremist" organisations following a years-long legal and political campaign, after the courts had previously upheld its surveillance on the basis that Marxist ideas themselves were deemed anti-constitutional.
(2026-07-16). Iran threatens regional strikes if US hit civilian sites. newarab.com 
Iran has threatened to retaliate with hitting infrastructure in the region if the US continues to strike important sites, as tensions remain ogoing. | This live blog has now ended, and will resume tomorrow morning.
| Iran has issued a warning to the US that it will "crush the region's infrastructure" if it carries out any strikes on Iran's civilian sites, after the US military launched attacks for the fifth night in a row, reportedly on Qeshm Island, Bandar Abbas, and Chabahar. | There have been a series of reported US projectiles hitting the vicinity of Qeshm Island, following Iran's warning. | Kuwait and…
(2026-07-16). US completes 'wave of strikes' on Iran as Tehran retaliates with attacks on military bases in Bahrain, Jordan, Kuwait. tribune.com.pk 
The US launched two waves of attacks on Iran's coastal defences and missile sites on Wednesday after reimposing a naval blockade of its ports, while Iran struck back by targeting US military sites in neighbouring countries in what it called an "existential war" with America. | The latest escalation comes days after a fragile truce collapsed, raising the spectre of a return to full-scale war, with Iran once again threatening to shut off more regional energy exports. | t.co/8lYsAIspma | — U.S. Central Command (@CENTCOM) July 16, 2026 | Hostilities have intensified since Iran said late on Saturday i…
(2026-07-16). Iran will 'neutralise US interventions in the region', says army spokesperson. tribune.com.pk 
Spokesperson for the Iranian army Brigadier General Mohammad Akaminia stressed over Iran's strategy in controlling the Strait of Hormuz, and said that "We will undoubtedly resist until the end and will neutralize US' interventions in the region," according to IRNA on Thursday. | Spokesperson for the Islamic Republic of Iran Army Brigadier General Mohammad Akaminia, stresed Iran's definitive strategy in controlling the Strait of Hormuz, and said: "We will undoubtedly resist until the end and will neutralize US' interventions in the region." pic.twitter.com/wOBJtiY6qj | — IRNA News Agency ‚ò&a…
(2026-07-16). Iran Hits UAE Supertankers Amid 'Ongoing' Retaliation to US Resumption of War. orinocotribune.com Tehran also struck US military assets in Bahrain, Jordan, and Kuwait while vowing continued responses to Washington's renewed aggression | The Emirati government | "National tankers Mombasa and Al-Bahiyah were targeted by two Iranian cruise m…
(2026-07-16). 'Go to hell': JD Vance lashes out at Israelis smearing Iran MoU. newarab.com 
JD Vance said members of the Israeli government were trying to derail Iran negotiations and prolong the war, adding: those behind the campaign can "go to hell". | US Vice Speaking during a three-hour interview on The Joe Rogan Experience, Vance said…
(2026-07-16). Democracy Now! 2026-07-16 Thursday. democracynow.org Headlines for July 16, 2026; Todd Blanche Is "Not Fit" to Be AG, from Epstein Files to Trump's $1.8B Slush Fund: Rep. Jayapal; We Are Sending a Message to Netanyahu: Rep. Jayapal on 100+ Dems Voting to Cut Israeli Military Aid; Victor Salgado Araujo Saw ICE Agent Kill His Brother in Texas. He Is Now Detained, Faces Deportation; A "Forever War" in Iran? Ali Vaez on Escalating War, U.S. "Diplomatic Malpractice"; Earthjustice Sues to Block Trump's Move to Gut Endangered Species Act | Headlines for July 16, 2026; Todd Blanche Is "Not Fit" to Be AG, from Epstei…
(2026-07-16). Abandoning S-400s against the background of the US and Israel Arming the Greeks will weaken Türkiye. unitedworldint.com United World International author Dr. Mehmet Perinàßek gave an interview to the Azerbaijani website Demokrat.az on the Ukraine and Iran wars, the recent NATO summit in Ankara, and the Turkic world. We have translated the interview, originally published in Azerbaijani Turkish, into English for you: Mr. Perinàßek, how would you assess the final picture of …
(2026-07-16). Vance says some in Israeli govt sought to sway US on Iran deal. geo.tv 
US Vice President JD Vance discusses anti-fraud initiatives during a visit to Wisconsin Air National Guard's 128th Air Refueling Wing at Milwaukee Mitchell Airport in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, US July 8, 2026. — ReutersVance says some Israelis sought prolonging military campaign.President…
(2026-07-16). Iran warns Strait of Hormuz is a 'red line'. newarab.com 
By early Thursday, in the region, sirens sounded in Bahrain, and Kuwait said it was responding to "hostile drone threats". | The US launched a fifth night of attacks on Wednesday and reimposed a naval blockade…
(2026-07-16). Breaking: Iran goes ballistic, attacks Trump's Gulf allies as US launches 2nd attack wave in 24 hrs. hindustantimes.com Tensions in the Middle East escalated further as the U.S. launched another round of strikes on Iranian targets, while Iran responded with missile and drone attacks targeting American military assets in Kuwait, Bahrain and Iraq. Reports of explosions near Erbil and renewed exchanges have raised fears of a wider regional conflict.
(2026-07-16). Satellite images reveal Iran's fury; US bases in Oman, Kuwait left in ruins as Mojtaba hits back. hindustantimes.com Fresh satellite imagery has fuelled claims of extensive damage to U.S.-linked military infrastructure in the Gulf following Iran's latest wave of missile and drone attacks. As Washington intensified strikes on Iranian military targets, Tehran claimed to have hit American positions across Oman, Kuwait, Bahrain and Jordan, raising fears of a wider regional conflict. Several battlefield claims from both sides remain independently unverified.
(2026-07-16). Kids Forced to Evacuate Hospital as US Ramps Up Attacks on Iran's Civilian Areas. truthout.org A doctor at Shahid Baqaei Hospital in Ahvaz in Iran's southern Khuzestan province emphasized that the children being treated at the facility when the US military attacked the area on Wednesday were suffering serious illnesses, and had to be urgently evacuated while on ventilators and receiving chemotherapy. "There have been patients with various illnesses, cancer patients and special… |
(2026-07-16). Shipping firms avoid US-guided Hormuz route after Iranian attacks. geo.tv 
Vessels at the Strait of Hormuz, as seen from Musandam,Oman, July 15, 2026. — ReutersIRGC claims responsibility for attacks on two Emirati supertankers.Greek maritime firms advise ships to delay voyages due to high risks.US insists the Strait of Hormuz remains open to commercial…
(2026-07-16). 'We'll just finish it off…': Trump hints at final Iran showdown as missiles keep flying over Gulf. hindustantimes.com President Donald Trump said Iran will be "defeated soon" while speaking at a defense technology gathering at the U.S. Army War College in Pennsylvania. Trump discussed ongoing tensions with Iran, possible negotiations, military actions, and defense investments from technology companies. He said the U.S. economy remains strong despite global uncertainty and highlighted expectations for future energy prices. The remarks come amid continued conflict, missile strikes, and diplomatic efforts surrounding Iran. Watch the latest update on Trump's statements, U.S. defense strategy, Iran tensions, and global security devel…
(2026-07-16). Democratic House leader Jeffries opposes cutoff of military aid to Israel. wsws.org The relationship of Mamdani and the DSA to Jeffries exposes the hypocrisy of their denunciations of Zionism and their claims to be in rebellion against the Democratic Party establishment.
(2026-07-16). In Gaza, Lindsey Graham's Legacy Will Be Defending Genocide of Palestinians. truthout.org News of Sen. Lindsey Graham's death was met with tributes from some of the world's most powerful political leaders. In Israel, Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu remembered him as a loyal friend. In Ukraine, President Volodymyr Zelenskyy on X called Graham a "true defender of freedom." In Washington, D.C., Republicans and Democrats alike mourned one of the most influential foreign policy… |
(2026-07-16). The Israeli occupation's genocide in Gaza has inflicted unprecedented devastation on the enclave's agricultural sector. thecanary.co 
According to a statement from the Palestinian Ministry of Agriculture Israel have inflicted "unprecedented devastation" on Gaza. In the almost three years since the genocide began Israel have repeatedly carried out damage to Palestinian infrastructure. Gaza: agricultural losses estimated in the billions Damage exceeded 85 percent across most agricultural sub-sectors, resulting in a near total […] | By
(2026-07-16). Israel and the United States are merging their military. Here's why. nationofchange.org "From aid to partnership," the U.S. and Israel are set to become even more united in genocide.
(2026-07-16). Friday 7/17: Noisemakers Against Genocide Protest at the Israel Consulate. indybay.org Israel Consulate 456 Montgomery…
(2026-07-16). Cuba denounces electrical collapse amid U.S. economic stranglehold. radiohc.cu Cuban Foreign Minister Bruno Rodríguez has denounced that the collapse of the National Electrical System — the Sistema Electroenergético Nacional (SEN) — is occurring within a context of maximum strangulation of the country's economy and electrical sector by the United States. | "The genocidal oil blockade has not been enough for them. They are persecuting and sanctioning Cuban and foreign companies linked to this strategic area." | The Cuban foreign minister warned that US leaders, particularly Secretary of State Marco Rubio, are indifferent to the suffering of thousands of families, the hundreds of…
(2026-07-16). Australian court upholds censorship of acclaimed pianist for comments about Gaza genocide. wsws.org Pianist Jayson Gillham has shown himself to be not only an acclaimed artist but also a principled one, willing to take a stand against imperialist barbarism and official censorship.
(2026-07-16). Blanche as attorney general is a move to kill free elections. peoplesworld.org 
WASHINGTON— Democratic Senators on Wednesday bombarded Donald Trump's former personal attorney and acting U.S. Attorney General Todd Blanche on controversies ranging from voting rights, to the massive scandal involving serial sexual offender Jeffrey Epstein, to Trump's pardons last year of all 1,600 U.S. Capitol invaders of who participated in his 2021 coup attempt. One of …
(2026-07-16). Todd Blanche Grilled in Confirmation Hearings Over Trump Ties and Epstein Files. truthout.org Confirmation hearings are underway for President Donald Trump's nominee for attorney general, his personal attorney Todd Blanche. Blanche is mired in a number of controversies, most notably his mishandling of the administration's release of the Epstein files while serving as deputy attorney general under Pam Bondi. Washington state Representative Pramila Jayapal, who is co-sponsoring a bill to… |
(2026-07-16). Don't Look Away from Cuba. fpif.org The federal indictment of Raúl Castro on decades-old charges is just the latest escalation in a long-running U.S. campaign to justify invading Cuba. | The case against the 95-year-old former Cuban president‚Äâ—‚Äâbased on his alleged involvement in the downing of two planes in 1996‚Äâ—‚Äâcomes in a year of intensified anti-Cuban policy that has steadily built since the beginning of President Donald Trump's first term. | For many on the island, the Obama presidency had felt like a real turning point in U.S.-Cuban relations. | "The Cuba…
(2026-07-16). U.S. lawmakers call Cuba blockade a 'silent Gaza' after Havana visit. peoplesworld.org 
Four Democratic members of the U.S. House of Representatives who traveled to Cuba last week have condemned the Trump administration's energy blockade, warning that it has turned the socialist island into what one described as a "silent Gaza." Reps. Mark Pocan, (Wis.) Teresa Leger Fernandez (N.M.), Maxine Dexter (Ore.), and Delia Ramirez (Ill.) spent five …
(2026-07-16). China condemns military threats against Cuba. radiohc.cu China has expressed its firm rejection of any use of force against Cuba and urged the United States to immediately cease military threats and the blockade imposed on the island. | Foreign Ministry spokesman Lin Jian responded to recent reports indicating that high-ranking officials at the U.S. Department of Defense considered the possibility of military action against Cuba. | The spokesman stated that Beijing took note of these reports and emphasized that the use or threat of force in international relations seriously violates the UN Charter and endangers regional and international peace and security. | Lin Jian…
(2026-07-16). Cuba thanks Brazil for donation of powdered milk. radiohc.cu Cuban President Miguel Díaz-Canel expressed his thanks to Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva for the donation of 48 tons of powdered milk sent to the Caribbean nation. | Through the social network X, the president described the aid as a gesture of "genuine solidarity" and expressed his appreciation to the Brazilian president for sending the humanitarian assistance."Our deepest gratitude to our brother President Lula and his noble people for the valuable donation of powdered milk." | Díaz-Canel added that this act of solidarity, received in the province of Santiago de Cuba, will be primarily distributed…
(2026-07-15). The 2026 Conference on Social Etiquette and Civility in Rural Areas opens in Shandong. ecns.cn The 2026 Conference on Social Etiquette and Civility in Rural Areas was hosted on Thursday, in Linyi, Shandong Province, themed "Civilization Makes Rural Areas Better."
(2026-07-16). Gaza's returnees recount abuses by Israeli soldiers at border. newarab.com 
The elderly Palestinian had travelled to Egypt for medical treatment, spending months away from the family she had left behind in devastated territory. | For nearly two years, Um Mohammed, a The elderly Palestinian had travelled to Egypt for medical treatment, spending months away from the fa…
(2026-07-16). Vietnamese activist Bao Ngoc places rare national spotlight on Gaza. aljazeera.com Activist Bao Ngoc draws attention to plight of Palestinians in country where protest is tightly controlled.
(2026-07-16). Pseudo-left ditch Gaza and anti-war posturing to back Sharon Graham as Unite General Secretary. wsws.org For all those groups playing a leading role in the Stop the War Coalition and the Gaza protests, this is either made a secondary issue or ignored entirely as they tout Graham's supposed role in reviving trade union militancy presented in entirely uncritical fashion.
(2026-07-16). Thursday 7/16: Gaza World Cup 2026 Closing Ceremony — World Cup Simulation. indybay.org Online | phoenixhub.co/afsc-final-event-live/…
(2026-07-16). Israel refuses to release Gaza prisoners after sentences end. newarab.com 
Israeli authorities are holding Palestinian detainees who have completed jai terms against their will, in violations of their rights and international law. | Riyad al-Ashqar, director of the Palestine Centre for Prisoners' Studies, told TNA that Israeli authorities were continuing to hold at lea…
(2026-07-16). Babies in Gaza Die Preventable Deaths Due to Medical Shortages Imposed by Israel. truthout.org Birth and motherhood in Gaza, which were once filled with joy, love, and anticipation, have been transformed into an ordeal marked by suffering and distress since the start of the latest Israeli war on Gaza in October 2023. The widespread destruction of hospitals across the Gaza Strip and severe shortages of medical supplies due to Israel's relentless siege have stripped away the basic… |
(2026-07-16). Morocco signs up to Gaza security plan Palestinians rejected. newarab.com 
(2026-07-16). Venezuela earthquake: Number of known dead rises to nearly 5,000 victims. aljazeera.com The UN estimates 50,000 are missing, with many more feared dead under the rubble as the focus shifts to rebuilding.
(2026-07-16). Venezuela's earthquake response exposes the rot of western media. mronline.org The sanctions death toll, an estimated 40,000 in 2017-18 and more than 100,000 in 2019, according to CERP and UN expert Alfred de Zayas, respectively, never received attention from the media, but the victims of the quakes are portrayed as the government's fault.
(2026-07-16). Japan Chooses Reliable Energy Over Climate Nonsense. wattsupwiththat.com Japan is among the world's top five oil importers, importing more than 94% of its crude oil from the Middle East. When transit through the Strait of Hormuz was interrupted, the impact was immediate.
(2026-07-16). US launches multiple strikes on Iran, Tehran targets American bases in region. geo.tv 
Smoke rises from an explosion at an unknown location, during what US Centcom says are strikes on Iran, in this screen grab taken from a handout video released on July 15, 2026. — ReutersFresh escalation follows collapse of fragile US-Iran truce.Iran says Strait of Hormuz…
(2026-07-16). Thursday 7/16: Assisting the Coral St. Refugees and Documenting Police Crimes. indybay.org Coral and Limekiln gathering…then along coral St. in front of the Housing Matters (aka Funding Matters) povery-pimpery-complex…
(2026-07-16). US approves nearly $2 billion in weapons sales to Saudi Arabia. newarab.com 
Among the weapons the Gulf kingdom seeks are up to 20,000 Advanced Precision Kill Weapon Systems and their warheads. | The US State Department said Wednesday it has approved the sale of an estimated $1.96 billion in weapons to bolster "This proposed sale will support the foreign policy and national security objectives of the United States by improving the security of a Major non-
(2026-07-16). Tianjin cruise passengers exceed 100,000 amid summer travel surge. ecns.cn Passenger traffic through Tianjin's cruise terminal surpassed 100,000 travelers for 2026, with the arrival of cruise ship MS Ideal on Wednesday, which carried nearly 2,000 passengers, local border inspection authorities said.
(2026-07-16). Trump orders ICE traffic stops resumed as a fourth immigrant dies in 8 days. wsws.org In an especially provocative social media post, Trump called traffic stops "one of I.C.E.'s most important and effective Crime Fighting tools," praised the agency for doing a "GREAT job" and ordered agents to continue them.
(2026-07-16). Trump's police state crackdown and the onslaught against Iran: Two fronts of one war. wsws.org American imperialism wages war abroad to subjugate Iran. It wages the war at home against the class that must pay for it and whose opposition must be broken.
(2026-07-16). South Korea's international adoptees seek justice, not homecoming. aljazeera.com South Korea's government has acknowledged wrongs, but advocates say accountability is still lacking.
(2026-07-16). Toronto engulfed by wildfire smoke as US cities threatened. aljazeera.com Monitor ranks Toronto as having the worst air quality on earth, surpassing Kinshasa, DR Congo, and New Delhi, India.
(2026-07-15). Comicomment: Behind NATO's show of unity lies a deepening divide. ecns.cn The two-day NATO Summit concluded in Ankara, Turkey, exposing deepening cracks within the alliance rather than demonstrating unity. On key issues—including defense spending, support for Ukraine, and NATO's strategic direction—the allies failed to reach meaningful consensus, laying bare their widening differences.
(2026-07-15). 'Taiwan independence' incompatible with peace, stability across the Taiwan Strait: Chinese Embassy in Hungary. ecns.cn "Taiwan independence" is incompatible with peace and stability across the Taiwan Strait, and seeking "independence" by soliciting external support is a dead end, said a spokesperson of the Chinese Embassy in Hungary on Wednesday.
(2026-07-16). Two months since the Ebola outbreak, response in Congo losing ground. wsws.org Two months after the WHO declared a global emergency, the Bundibugyo Ebola outbreak has spread to five provinces, and the agency now estimates the true toll is at least two to four times the confirmed count.
(2026-07-16). Wednesday 8/19: Oakland Privacy: Fighting Against the Surveillance State. indybay.org Please email contact@oaklandprivacy.org a few days before the meeting to get up-to-date location information or obtain Zoom meeting access info.
(2026-07-16). Canada halts new applications to sponsor parents, grandparents under family reunification programme. ptcnews.tv PTC News Desk: Canada's immigration department has announced that permanent residents living in the country will not be able to submit new applications under the Family Reunification Program this year. | The department said the decision has been taken to manage the immigration system more efficiently and reduce the long waiting time for applications. At present, the processing time under the program is around five-and-a-half years in Quebec and nearly three years in the rest of Canada. | Officials said that about 60,500 applications are already being processed. New rules and policies for future applications will…
(2026-07-16). WHYY Newscast for Thursday 2:00 p.m. whyy.org The latest local headlines from WHYY…
(2026-07-16). Argentina's Falklands banner sparks controversy at World Cup. aljazeera.com Argentina players held up a banner declaring 'Las Malvinas son Argentinas' after beating England.
(2026-07-16). 2026 Taiyuan Marathon opens registration, 40,000 runners expected. ecns.cn Registration for the 2026 Taiyuan Marathon opened Wednesday, with the race set to start at 7: 30 a.m. Sept. 27 and expected to draw 40,000 participants in the full and half marathon categories.
(2026-07-16). Thursday 7/16: Palestine Working Group. indybay.org Zoom | www.codepink.org/pal_working_group…
(2026-07-16). London Mayor Khan appointed to Lords as PM Starmer announces 26 new appointments. geo.tv 
(2026-07-16). Support an End to Secrecy on this World UFO Day — 2 July 2026. indybay.org "Corporament" secrecy is a long-standing problem. There are secret documents, technologies, etc. that, if available, could allow us, as Human Beings, to become petrochemical-free within a short period of time; however, due to the aforementioned secrecy, this information is hidden from us. This action statement hopefully will inspire conversations about freedom and secrecy in so-called "free and open societies" & cause us to further explore the ideas contained below.
(2026-07-16). Sadiq Khan joins House of Lords as outgoing UK PM names 26 new peers. aljazeera.com PM Keir Starmer's final honours list also includes campaigners, military leaders and senior civil servants.
(2026-07-16). On cam: Taiwan MTVs crash before drills – fresh proof Taipei army's not ready for China invasion. hindustantimes.com Taiwan's first‚Äëever joint defence exercise has been overshadowed by a convoy crash that critics say highlights deeper readiness problems just as Taipei prepares for its Han Kuang 42 war games. Two medium tactical‚Äëwheeled vehicles from the Sixth Army Corps' 269th Brigade collided in Taoyuan on July 13 while deploying MA12 Abrams tanks. With air‚Äëdefence systems under strain and new‚Äëage warfare favouring small, agile, easily upgraded weapons, the mishap has reignited debate over whether Taipei is buying the right tools for the fight it's most li…
(2026-07-16). REC Wants Common Council Support for Dunn Air Testing. mediasanctuary.org On Wednesday July 15, Bob Welton of the Rensselaer Environmental Coalition spoke at the meeting of the Rensselaer Common Council to ask them to adopt a resolution urging the State Health Department to do air testing at the Dunn landfill. Bob talks with Mark Dunlea of the Hudson Mohawk Magazine.
(2026-07-16). Critics slam idea to create US combatant command for robots. responsiblestatecraft.org Even as the Pentagon
(2026-07-16). Champagne Song: Sentenced 100 Years for Anti-Fascism. wibailoutpeople.org 
Benjamin Hanil Song 202502108 | P.O. Box 247 | Phoenix, MD 21137 | Instagram: DFWsupportcommittee…
(2026-07-15). Van plunges off cliff in SW China's Sichuan, causing 6 deaths, 11 injuries. ecns.cn Six people were killed and 11 others injured after a van carrying 17 people plunged off a cliff in southwest China's Sichuan Province late Wednesday, local authorities said.
(2026-07-15). (W.E. Talk) Expert urges deeper economic and security cooperation between China and ASEAN to foster new growth. ecns.cn The year 2026 marks the fifth anniversary of the China-ASEAN Comprehensive Strategic Partnership and the 50th anniversary of the signing of the Treaty of Amity and Cooperation in Southeast Asia.
(2026-07-16). Troy Jackson's Politics Are Rooted in Maine Logger Struggles. portside.org Troy Jackson's Politics Are Rooted in Maine Logger Struggles |
(2026-07-16). US approves nearly $2bn in weapons sales to Saudi Arabia. geo.tv 
US President Donald Trump shakes hands with Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed Bin Salman during a welcoming ceremony in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, May 13, 2025.— ReutersKSA seeks Advanced Precision Kill Weapon Systems, warheads.BAE Systems in Nashua, New Jersey to be principal…
(2026-07-15). Chinese online platforms pledge tougher action against pirated books and publications. ecns.cn Twelve major Chinese internet platforms, including e-commerce marketplaces and social media companies, have pledged to strengthen efforts against copyright infringement and the online sale of pirated publications, China's National Copyright Administration said.
(2026-07-16). Trump Under Fire for Diverting Disaster Relief Workers to Immigration Policing. truthout.org Floods, storms, wildfires, and other disasters can strike in every state and district, and members of Congress in both parties have incentives to improve the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA), the nation's premier disaster relief outfit. However, current FEMA officials in the Trump administration were notably absent from a House Transportation and Infrastructure Committee hearing on… |
(2026-07-16). Guangzhou hosts 128 trade fairs in H1, draws 1.63 million overseas visitors. ecns.cn Guangzhou, a major economic hub in south China's Guangdong province, hosted 128 trade exhibitions in the first half of 2026, covering 5.78 million square meters and drawing 1.63 million overseas visitors, official data showed Wednesday.
(2026-07-16). Polanski slams climate inaction as heatwaves cost us billions. thecanary.co 
Climate denying politicians love to moan about the cost of 'Net Zero'; what they hate discussing is the cost of not solving climate change. And as we're seeing, the costs are in the billions already. In the words of Green party leader, Polanski: Once again — the cost of inaction. Investing in tackling the climate […] | By
(2026-07-16). Michigan OK's Permits for Enbridge Line 5 Tunnel — But Legal Hurdles Remain. truthout.org Two state agencies charged with overseeing Michigan's natural resources and the environment have approved another set of permits for Enbridge's Line 5 tunnel project, pushing the Canadian energy company closer to the full approval needed to begin construction. The Department of Environment, Great Lakes and Energy announced Wednesday that it had reapproved a set of permits that expired earlier… |
(2026-07-16). When yellow journalism and thirst for sensationalist guests trumps civilized discourse and quest for Truth… gilbertdoctorow.com An open letter to Glenn Diesen: Scott Ritter and whom you invite onto your programs Glenn, It is with sadness that I inform you that I will no longer accept interview invitations on your channel. I just listened to the first 3 minutes of your latest chat with Scott Ritter, and since you did not …
(2026-07-16). Argentina late show sinks England and sets up World Cup final against Spain. tribune.com.pk 
Argentina's Enzo Fernandez and Lautaro Martinez struck late goals to snatch a 2-1 win over England in the World Cup semi-final on Wednesday to send Lionel Messi's reigning champions into the weekend showpiece match against Spain. | Just when England appeared set for victory after Anthony Gordon's second-half goal, Argentina mounted a relentless late siege and got their reward as Fernandez levelled before Martinez completed the turnaround in the 92nd minute with Messi providing the pass for the equaliser and the cross for the winner. | The result added another unforgettable chapter to…
(2026-07-15). Minnan Grand Theater, Kookmin University launch strategic partnership. ecns.cn Minnan Grand Theater and Kookmin University's International Culture and Arts Exchange Center signed a strategic cooperation agreement in Xiamen, southeast China's Fujian province, on Wednesday, aiming to build a comprehensive China-South Korea arts cooperation framework.
(2026-07-15). 16th Asian Wine Competition kicks off in northwest China's Ningxia. ecns.cn The 16th Asian Wine Competition (AWC) opened on Wednesday evening in Qingtongxia, a city in northwest China's Ningxia Hui autonomous region, the country's leading wine-producing area.
(2026-07-16). Flood-hit road reopens after 30-hour repair effort in south China's Guangxi. ecns.cn Continuous torrential rain brought by Typhoon Maysak has triggered historic flooding, landslides and mudslides across parts of south China's Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region, causing severe damage to the local road network.
(2026-07-16). Times' columnist suggests Reform are the 'snowflakes' now. thecanary.co 
As we've reported, several establishment outlets have put an enhanced focus on Reform UK and Nigel Farage. Perhaps most notably, this has seen the investigations team at Rupert Murdoch's Times newspaper revealing all sorts of financial scandals. It's not just the investigative reporters who are diving in two feet first, though; the columnists are also at […] | By
(2026-07-16). Wildfire smoke engulfs Toronto, Canada and turns its skies orange. aljazeera.com Wildfire smoke turned skies orange over Toronto and the rest of Ontario.
(2026-07-16). 'I think we're being lied to': Delaware Gov. Meyer offers fierce criticism as Delmarva Power plows ahead with utility rate increases. whyy.org What are journalists missing from the state of Delaware? What would you most like WHYY News to cover? The Delaware Public Service Commission punted on officially approving Delmarva Power's interim rate increase Wednesday, after a commissioner and the group's counsel said they disagreed on whether state law allows them to revise or even refuse rate increases. | Commissioners capped the interim rate increase to 50% of Delmarva Power's total rate increase on July 1, consistent with
(2026-07-16). Chinese water deer fawn rescued from floodwaters in northeast China. ecns.cn Officers from Donggou Forest Police Station recently rescued an injured Chinese water deer fawn from a riverbank in the Wangqing forest area of northeast China's Jilin province.
(2026-07-15). 2,667 Chinese-made vehicles set sail from Guangxi to Middle East. ecns.cn A Chinese ro-ro vessel departed Qinzhou Port in Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region for Aqaba Port in Jordan on Wednesday, carrying 2,667 domestically produced vehicles.
(2026-07-16). Comrade K.S. Ganeshadev (1939—2026): A fighter for Trotskyism. wsws.org The memory of Ganeshadev and his lifelong dedication to the fight for Trotskyism will live on among workers and party comrades in Sri Lanka and internationally.
(2026-07-16). Miller Labels Leftists a "Cancer" That World Must "Root Out" in Fascistic Speech. truthout.org In a set of fascistic speeches on Thursday, Secretary of State Marco Rubio, White House power broker Stephen Miller, and other top Trump administration officials labelled the political left as a "terrorist" threat and vowed to use all of the tools at their disposal to systematically destroy left-wing groups. Representatives from 67 countries gathered in the U.S. on Thursday for a meeting… |
(2026-07-16). Argentina to the 2026 World Cup Final. radiohc.cu Havana, July 15 (RHC) — Lionel "The Master" Messi delivered a precise pass and Lautaro "Toro" Martínez burst down the left flank, outpacing the English defenders, heading in the 2-1 goal in the 90+2 minute, sending Argentina into the 2026 World Cup final. | From the stands, packed with euphoric Argentine fans, came a chant of "Thank you, Maradona," as if the "God" were guiding the "Albiceleste" from heaven… Perhaps he was, and to reaffirm history, the players unfurled a banner and placed it in the middle of the field with the statement: "The Falklands are Argentine." | It was a fantastic semifinal match at…
(2026-07-16). WHYY Newscast for Thursday 11:00 a.m. whyy.org The latest local headlines from WHYY…
(2026-07-15). China unveils new action plan to combat pollution in local water networks. ecns.cn China has unveiled a new action plan to combat water pollution in rivers, ponds and ditches, shifting its environmental protection efforts from major waterways to smaller water bodies that directly affect people's daily lives.
(2026-07-16). Lebanon: Abolishing Death Penalty Within Reach. hrw.org Click to expand Image | Lawmakers at the parliament building in Beirut, Lebanon, June 14, 2023. | © 2023 Hassan Ammar/AP Photo | (Beirut) — Members of three parliamentary committees in Lebanon jointly approved a draft law abolishing the death penalty on July 9, 2026, putting Lebanon on the precipice of becoming the first country in the Middle East region to formally end capital punishment, Human Rights Watch said today. The draft law requires approval by the parliament's general assembly to become law. Lebanese lawmakers meeting on July 15 and 16 to discuss and vote on this draft law, among others,…
(2026-07-16). Politicians Should Stop Hiding Behind the "Two-State Solution" Fantasy. indybay.org Far-fetched, evasive, delusional…
(2026-07-16). Support the Safer Beauty Bill Package – 15 July 2026. indybay.org "The Safer Beauty Bill Package builds on the progress made through the Modernization of Cosmetics Regulation Act of 2022 by closing critical gaps in federal cosmetic safety law. Together, the bills would ban 18 of the most hazardous chemicals used in cosmetics, strengthen protections for communities disproportionately exposed to harmful chemicals, improve ingredient transparency, and increase supply chain transparency so companies can make safer products. Congress needs to hear from the communities you represent, and your voice can help make that happen."
(2026-07-16). Putin's secret defence shake-up revealed; Moscow S-400 shield gets deadlier, Zelensky left guessing. hindustantimes.com Russia is reportedly redeploying key S-300 and S-400 air defence systems to strengthen the protection of Moscow and other high-priority regions amid intensifying Ukrainian drone and missile attacks. Satellite imagery and expert analysis suggest the Kremlin is reshaping its defensive strategy as the war enters a more dangerous phase.
(2026-07-16). Sunday 7/19: John Lewis Weekend of Action: San Rafael. indybay.org San Rafael Civic Center Farmers Market…
(2026-07-16). Louis Vuitton challenges China IP regulator over trademark ruling. ecns.cn French luxury brand Louis Vuitton Malletier challenged a trademark administrative ruling by the China National Intellectual Property Administration (CNIPA) at a public hearing before the Beijing Intellectual Property Court on Thursday.
(2026-07-16). Ten things a president can't do: Trump has tried them anyway. juancole.com ( Neither did th…
(2026-07-15). Forum on China-ASEAN cultural exchange, cooperation held in south China. ecns.cn The 2026 ASEAN-Oriented Cultural Exchange and Cooperation Forum was held Wednesday in Chongzuo, south China's Guangxi Zhuang autonomous region, where more than 150 officials and experts discussed World Heritage preservation.
(2026-07-15). Mainland takes measures to assist Taiwan compatriots, businesses affected by floods and storms. ecns.cn Chinese mainland authorities have launched relief measures to assist Taiwan compatriots and Taiwan-funded enterprises in Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region, Hubei Province and Gansu Province, which were affected by storms and flooding, a mainland spokesperson said on Wednesday.
(2026-07-16). The operational and humanitarian consequences of disregard for the rules of war are both devastating and accelerating. icrc.org Remarks delivered by Elyse Mosquini, Permanent Observer to the UN, for the High-level Panel 2 of the 2026 ECOSOC Humanitarian Affair Segment in New York, 18 June 2026.
(2026-07-16). Hangzhou shifts street cleaning from workers to machines as temperatures hit 37‚ÑÉ. ecns.cn Hangzhou, in east China's Zhejiang province, suspended manual street cleaning from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. and deployed more cleaning vehicles after the temperature reached 37‚ÑÉ on Tuesday, the Hangzhou Municipal Bureau of City Management said Wednesday.
(2026-07-16). New fellowship for Pakistan's emerging women documentary filmmakers announced. tribune.com.pk 
Two-time Academy Award-winning filmmaker Sharmeen Obaid-Chinoy has announced the eight fellows selected for the latest edition of Patakha Pictures' Claim the Frame programme, which will support four documentary films by emerging women filmmakers from across Pakistan. | The five-month fellowship, launched in partnership with the Scottish Documentary Institute and the British Council, will provide funding and mentorship to filmmakers exploring themes including climate change, identity, resilience and social change. This year's documentaries will focus on stories ranging from Pakistan's first female drifter and c…
(2026-07-15). Experts gather in Chongzuo to mark 10th anniversary of China's first rock art World Heritage Site. ecns.cn A symposium marking the 10th anniversary of the Zuojiang Huashan Rock Art Cultural Landscape's UNESCO World Heritage inscription was held in Chongzuo, south China's Guangxi Zhuang autonomous region, on Wednesday.
(2026-07-16). After San Francisco police violence over Pride weekend, trans leaders deliver demands to Lurie. wibailoutpeople.org 
(2026-07-16). 'Sway' gives voice to Pakistan's football dream. tribune.com.pk 
KARACHI | As Pakistan's football revival gathers pace on and off the field, the Pakistan Football Federation (PFF) has released "Sway," a music project that brings together football, culture and artists from across the world. | Produced in collaboration with Humnava and co-curated by music producer Xulfi, the song was filmed in Hunza and Lyari, highlighting two distinct landscapes that have become part of Pakistan's football story. The project aims to reflect the communities, supporters and players who have sustained the sport over the years. | The release follows a period of renewed success for Pakistan's nat…
(2026-07-16). The monoculture myth at the heart of Hansonism. independentaustralia.net 
(2026-07-16). Panel Event: NSPM-7 and the Threat to Press Freedom. rightsanddissent.org NSPM-7, Trump's presidential memo detailing his plan to crackdown on dissent and the left, also poses a serious threat to journalists and their constitutionally protected right to practice their profession. | Next Wednesday, July 22, at 2pm ET, Defending Rights & Dissent Policy Director Chip Gibbons will join a
(2026-07-16). Trump Brags He's Going To Commit War Crimes in Iran. portside.org Trump Brags He's Going To Commit War Crimes in Iran |
(2026-07-16). Ministry of Education adds 27 vocational majors focused on AI, robotics and emerging industries. ecns.cn China's Ministry of Education has added 27 new vocational education majors covering areas such as artificial intelligence, humanoid robotics, the low-altitude economy and green energy, as the country seeks to align skills training with emerging industries and labor market demand.
(2026-07-16). Florida's killing of the aged and infirm: Executive power and the machinery of state vengeance. wsws.org The scheduling and execution of death sentences in Florida are made possible by a peculiarity of state law, in which the governor holds almost singular authority over the machinery of capital punishment and decides when death warrants are signed and executions scheduled.
(2026-07-16). War frenzy grips UK: Panicked London stocks up on food as Russian attack fears grow | Putin, Ukraine. hindustantimes.com The UK has launched a nationwide emergency preparedness campaign, urging households to be ready for potential disruptions such as cyberattacks, severe weather and infrastructure failures. The move comes amid growing security concerns in Europe as the Russia-Ukraine war continues, with officials stressing preparedness rather than predicting an imminent conflict.
(2026-07-16). "A badge and a gun do not give these agents a license to kill" : Anger boils over in Biddeford, Maine after ICE killing of Joan Sebastian Guerrero. wsws.org There is enormous anger in Biddeford, Maine, a working class city of about 22,000, over the murder of Joan Sebastian Guerrero, a 26-year-old worker from Colombia gunned down by federal immigration agents Monday morning as he drove to work.
(2026-07-16). Former Italian motorway chief sentenced over bridge collapse. aljazeera.com The former CEO of Italy's main highway operator has been given 12 years in prison.
(2026-07-16). Palestinians injured in Israeli settler attacks across West Bank. aljazeera.com More than 30 people reportedly arrested across the occupied territory, as Israel intensifies its siege.
(2026-07-16). White House seeks extradition of American philanthropist and Palestinian supporter. wsws.org James "Fergie" Cox Chambers Jr., an heir to the Cox Enterprises family fortune, has been arrested by Spanish authorities and is awaiting a hearing on Thursday to determine if he will be extradited to the US on "counterterrorism" charges.
(2026-07-16). "Persia Has Become a Holy Land" William Morris and Iran. juancole.com Here is my most recent essay for William Morris was a nineteenth-century artist, poet, designer, craftsman, and socialist who reacted against the squalor of Britain under industrialization and took the side of put-upon workers against the new class of industrialists. Ironically, he c…
(2026-07-16). Urgent Appeal as Sahrawi Activist Naâma Asfari's Health Deteriorates. orinocotribune.com Imprisoned Sahrawi activist Naama Asfari is entering his second month of an indefinite hunger strike, protesting severe prison conditions and demanding his transfer to a detention center in occupied Western Sahara. | The 56-year-old
(2026-07-16). Wednesday 7/15: Panel: "What's Happening At Pacifica & The Fight For Democratic Control" indybay.org To Join The Zoom | us02web.zoom.us/j/84954958968…
(2026-07-16). Delaware City Refinery faces nearly $1 million penalty for toxic gas release in May. whyy.org This story is part of the From the Poconos to the Jersey Shore to the mouth of the Delaware Bay, what do you want to know about climate change? What would you like us to cover?
| Environmental regulators in Delaware have fined the Delaware City Refinery $960,000 for The refiner…
(2026-07-16). US Communities Face Broken Promises on Air Pollution Monitoring. hrw.org Click to expand Image | Robert Taylor in Reserve, Saint John the Baptist Parish, in Louisiana's Cancer Alley. October 17, 2023. | © 2023 Eli Reed for Human Rights Watch | On July 13, the Trump administration again clawed back a crucial rule that would have expanded monitoring of hazardous air pollutants in the United States, two days before it was set to go into effect. Communities living close to facilities producing dangerous air pollution in the US were set to celebrate a victory that would equip them with more information about the deadly pollutants in their backyards, such as benzene and ethylene oxi…
(2026-07-15). (W.E. Talk) Expert: Talks on the Code of Conduct in South China Sea should be led by China and ASEAN, without external interference. ecns.cn Peace and stability in the South China Sea serve the interests of all parties and represent the greatest common denominator in China—ASEAN cooperation, noted Xu Liping, senior research fellow at the National Institute of International Strategy under the Chinese Academy of Social Sciences (CASS) in an exclusive interview with China News Network's "W.E. Talk" program.
(2026-07-16). WHYY Newscast for Thursday 7:00 p.m. whyy.org The latest local headlines from WHYY…
(2026-07-16). WHYY Newscast for Thursday 6:00 a.m. whyy.org The latest local headlines from WHYY…
(2026-07-16). Whittome calls for 'safe and legal' asylum routes for Sudan and Eritrea. thecanary.co 
On 15 July, Labour MP Nadia Whittome posted an impassioned plea to social media, urging the UK government to establish safe, legal routes for Eritrean and Sudanese asylum seekers to come to the UK. Currently, and in contrast to similarly war-torn Ukraine, no specific refugee initiatives target those fleeing the two countries. Whittome accompanied the […] | By
(2026-07-16). WHYY Newscast for Thursday 9:00 a.m. whyy.org The latest local headlines from WHYY…
(2026-07-15). China's power consumption rises 5.3% in H1. ecns.cn China's electricity consumption rose 5.3% year on year in the first half of 2026, supported by robust growth in internet data services, electric vehicle charging and high-tech manufacturing, official data showed on Wednesday.
(2026-07-16). Canadian Wildfire Smoke Spreads Across U.S., Triggering Air Quality Alerts. wattsupwiththat.com There are many things that seemed to have worked better in 1992, especially in Canada. Perhaps it is time to return to more traditional approaches rather than bitterly clinging to eco-activism and climate cultism.
(2026-07-16). Fears for Indian activist's life after 18 days of hunger strike. geo.tv 
Sonam Wangchuk, an Indian education reformer who has been on hunger strike, rests on stage during a sit-in protest called by CJP demanding the resignation of Indian Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan, at Jantar Mantar in New Delhi, India, July 14, 2026. — Reuters NEW DELHI: …
(2026-07-16). Harlan Crow Maxed Out Campaign Donations to John Fetterman. theintercept.com 
The billionaire Republican megadonor had come under scrutiny for his ties to Clarence Thomas, while the senator drew ire for unconditionally supporting Israel. | Billionaire Republican megadonor Harlan R. Crow gave the maximum allowed contribution to the campaign for Sen. John Fetterman, D-Pa., according to a new filing with the Federal Election Commission on Wednesday. | Crow — magnate of a Texas real estate empire, longtime Republican donor, and past
(2026-07-16). Daily Worker archives: The San Francisco General Strike of 1934. peoplesworld.org 
July 16 marks the anniversary of the San Francisco General Strike, one of the most pivotal labor uprisings in American history. It grew out of a West Coast waterfront strike that began on May 9, 1934, when longshoremen walked off the docks up and down the coast, demanding union recognition and an end to the …
(2026-07-16). Milwaukee, July 19, 2026: STOP ICE TERROR! wibailoutpeople.org 
(2026-07-16). Rank-and-file candidate for UAW president calls for abolition of union bureaucracy as criminal probe of Shawn Fain continues. wsws.org Will Lehman, a Mack Trucks worker in Macungie, Pennsylvania, who was nominated for UAW president at last month's Constitutional Convention on a program of abolishing the union bureaucracy, issued a statement this week on the federal criminal investigation into UAW President Shawn Fain.
(2026-07-16). Hawaiian Workers Join ILWU Local 6 Strike Against C&H ASR Fanjul Refinery in Crockett. indybay.org Hawaiian workers who are members of ILWU Local 142 in Hawaii flew to the US and Crockett to support the ILWU Local 6 strikers at the C& H refinery. It use to handle sugar cane from the Islands but the owners shut it down to move for non-union labor in the Philippines.
(2026-07-16). Thursday 7/23: Rally at the CalSTRS board meeting! indybay.org Westin hotel- Millbrae, CA (sf airport) | 1 Old Bayshore highway Millbrae 94030…
(2026-07-16). The Seabed Is ASEAN's Blind Spot—and Manila Can Fix It in 2026. unitedworldint.com By Mehmet Enes Be≈üer ASEAN has never been short on meetings. What it's been short on—especially when the region is tense—is machinery that moves faster than the next crisis. In 2026, the Philippines takes the chair at a moment when the big-ticket issues (Myanmar, the South China Sea, border tensions) are already crowding the agenda. …
(2026-07-16). 'Race was used as a weapon' Fiji coup frontman urged to reveal backers. asiapacificreport.nz 
By Margot Staunton of RNZ Pacific Mahendra Chaudhry — a former Fiji prime minister removed from power and held hostage during the 2000 coup — wants George Speight to name those behind the racist takeover. The 84-year-old Labour Party leader, who became Fiji's first prime minister of Indian heritage in 1999, made the comment after…
(2026-07-16). Europe's new deportation rules leave refugees living in fear. newarab.com 
As the EU tightens deportation rules, refugees in Germany describe fears of forced return, legal battles and the human cost of Europe's migration crackdown | On 17 June 2026, the European Parliament Passing with 418 votes in favour, 218 against, and 30 abstentions, the decision fast-tracks the deportation process while marking a stri…
(2026-07-16). Ilhan Omar renews push for US to join ICC amid Trump pressure. aljazeera.com The resolution comes days after US Secretary of State Marco Rubio pledged to 'dismantle' the international court.
(2026-07-16). New poll finds China viewed more favorably than U.S. in most surveyed countries. ecns.cn Respondents in 25 of the 36 countries surveyed viewed China more favorably than the United States, according to a Pew Research Center report released Wednesday.
(2026-07-16). Zero Waste NY Webinar July 22. mediasanctuary.org On Wednesday July 22., Zero Waste NY will hold a webinar on zero waste and solid waste strategies for municipalities. Tracy Frisch talks about the program with Mark Dunlea for Hudson Mohawk Magazine. Register at zerowasteny.org/webinar…
(2026-07-16). UK 14-year-old pleads not guilty on alleged mosques attack plot. newarab.com 
(2026-07-16). Petition calls on Newcastle Council to stop content creators exploiting vulnerable people. thecanary.co 
A petition has been launched calling on Newcastle City Council, Northumbria Police and social media platforms to do more to protect vulnerable people from being exploited by content creators in the city. Petition calls out public humiliation for clicks The petition explains: Recently, content creators such as 'Tin Tin' and 'Michael Ballymore' have been repeatedly […] | By
(2026-07-16). Africa just showed the world how fast nuclear can move. onlineopinion.com.au With Data Centers, industry, and people demanding a surge in continuous electricity, regulators continue to make themselves a bottleneck rather than a conduit to abundant electricity.
(2026-07-16). UK Unveils Storm Fighter Loyal Wingman Program. twz.com 
The U.K. Royal Air Force has launched a new Storm Fighter forms part of a much broader…
(2026-07-16). Saturday 8/8: Navigating Divorce and Family Law: Support and Solutions (Free Virtual Workshop). indybay.org Family law and divorce can be particularly hard to navigate. There can come up a lot of questions about your children, your safety, your immigration status, and how to navigate the divorce process when you don't have access to funds. For people on dependent visas, and for survivors of abuse, the cost of asking the wrong person can feel higher than the cost of staying silent. | The India Community Center, the Asian Pacific American Bar Association of Silicon Valley (APABA SV), and the South Asian Bar Association of Northern California (SABA-NC) are co-hosting a free virtual workshop with two California attorn…
(2026-07-16). After beating England, Messi sets five new World Cup records. thecanary.co 
Argentina booked their place in the 2026 World Cup final with a dramatic 2—1 comeback win over England on 15 July at Atlanta Stadium, keeping their hopes of defending the title alive. They will now face Spain in Sunday's final in what promises to be a blockbuster showdown. It was another unforgettable night for football […] | By
(2026-07-16). Workers Struggles: Europe, Middle East & Africa. wsws.org Airbus workers in Spain walk out over pay and conditions; machine tool workers at factory in Iran strike over unpaid wages; stoppage by health workers fighting Ebola in Democratic Republic of the Congo over lack of pay…
(2026-07-16). 'Scattered Spider' hackers jailed for London transport cyberattack. geo.tv 
(2026-07-16). North Korea Aided African Liberation Movements CIA Tried to Suppress. covertactionmagazine.com North Korea's historic achievements have been airbrushed amidst a relentless CIA-State Department-media demonization campaign lending support to regime-change efforts North Korea is not a country that most people would invoke favorably in polite company. A relentless CIA-State Department-led demonization campaign over 70+ years has engrained the public with the perception that North Korea is an …
(2026-07-16). Super Typhoon Bavi leaves a trail of death and destruction in the Pacific. wsws.org The human toll of Super Typhoon Bavi was compounded by decades of underinvestment in public infrastructure, social inequality and the diversion of resources toward militarism.
(2026-07-16). For Whom the Casus Belli Tolls. newarab.com 
The New Arab/Al-Araby Al-Jadeed Cartoon of the Day by Palestinian-Jordanian editorial cartoonist Emad Hajjaj. …
(2026-07-16). Minnesota Allina Health doctors authorize strike as hospice nurses walk out amid merger with California giant Sutter Health, AI cuts. wsws.org More than 130 doctors at Allina Health's Mercy and Unity hospitals in Minnesota have voted by 90 percent to authorize a strike while 65 hospice nurses held a one-day walkout, as Sacramento-based Sutter Health's takeover of Allina threatens AI-driven mass layoffs.
(2026-07-15). Regular rail-truck intermodal service links Tianjin and Kazakhstan. ecns.cn A freight train carrying 40 standard containers departed from Tianjin International Land Port on Thursday, marking the official launch of a regular rail-truck intermodal service between Tianjin and Kazakhstan.
(2026-07-16). OnePlus may exit US and Europe as Oppo major business overhaul; India next in line? ptcnews.tv OnePlus US and Europe exit news: OnePlus could soon stop its operations in the United States and several European markets as parent company Oppo reportedly prepares a major restructuring of its global smartphone business.According to a Bloomberg report, the company is expected to begin the process as early as this week. The move is part of a larger strategy to reduce costs, improve profitability and focus on selected markets amid slowing smartphone demand and rising business challenges.The reported decision marks a significant turning point for OnePlus, a brand that built its reputation by offering premium smart…
(2026-07-15). China's market regulator clears 298 merger and acquisition cases in H1. ecns.cn China's market regulator completed antitrust reviews of 298 merger and acquisition cases in the first half of 2026, approving the vast majority without conditions, the State Administration for Market Regulation (SAMR) said Thursday.
(2026-07-16). Lawsuit Alleges Ohio HBCU Failed to Stop Deadly Underground Hazing. capitalbnews.org 
Hours after Wilberforce University freshman Savanna Jones texted her friends that she was "lowkey scared" to join an underground social club, a picture of her passed out on a bed began circulating across the campus. On April 29, the 18-year-old was set to join the Turtles, which she described in text messages to her friends …
(2026-07-16). Iraq: Photography Award 2026. icrc.org International Committee of the Red Cross & Iraqi Red Crescent Society…
(2026-07-16). Trump's intelligence chief nominee won't say Biden won 2020 election. aljazeera.com US President Trump's nominee for top intel official, Jay Clayton, evaded directly stating that Biden won 2020 election…
(2026-07-16). Munich's First-Ever Green Party Mayor Declares First Ever City Water Use Restrictions… Fines Up to 50,000 ‚Ǩ! wattsupwiththat.com Kolja Barghoorn feels the restrictions have nothing to do with an actual crisis, and everything to do with wanting to create one in order to spread panic.
(2026-07-16). Farewell to Welsh songstress extraordinaire Bonnie Tyler. independentaustralia.net 
(2026-07-16). Iran's World Cup ordeal was a dress rehearsal for renewed war. responsiblestatecraft.org Over the past week, the U.S. resumed heavy airstrikes on Iran, hitting over 300 targets in the first three nights alone,
(2026-07-16). 'They Want It All': Mumia Abu Jamal. wibailoutpeople.org 
We're in a moment right now, and I gave them my epoch speech about—This is a turning point in the nation's history, and for the first time, capital has, you know, they've got the whip hand, and they're whipping, and they're trying to get it all. And they, you know, they have a, they have …
(2026-07-16). More than 500 feared dead after boats carrying refugees sink off Myanmar, says UN. geo.tv 
Migrants are seen on a capsizing boat before a rescue operation. — ReutersBoats carried refugees from Myanmar, Bangaldesh camp: UN Vessel trying to reach safety in Malaysia, Indonesia, or Thailand.Casualty figures have yet to be officially confirmed, says IMOTwo boats carrying…
(2026-07-16). Fire at Algerian orphanage kills 11, injures 19. newarab.com 
Eleven people were killed and 19 injured in a fire at an orphanage on the outskirts of the Algerian capital early on Thursday, state media reported | Eleven people were killed and 19 injured in a fire at an orphanage on the outskirts of the The fire broke out at an orphanage in the Mohammadia district in the eastern suburbs of Algiers. | Ten of the injured suffered burns of varying severity, while emergency crews evacuated five people with disabilities from the orphanage to s…
(2026-07-16). House vote lays bare Democratic split over support for Israel. newarab.com 
More than 100 House Democrats backed a failed bid to end US military aid to Israel, exposing deepening divisions within the party over support for Netanyahu | More than 100 The amendment, introduced by Republican Representative Thomas Massie of Kentucky, sought to prohibit funding for Isr…
(2026-07-16). Bus drivers strike again in Jackson, Mississippi. peoplesworld.org 
JACKSON, Miss.—For the second time in three years, the 60-plus bus drivers in Jackson, Miss., members of Amalgamated Transit Union Local 1208, have been forced to strike. The workers walked out starting at 4 a.m. on July 13 after fruitless talks since December with MV Transportation, the Texas-based private contractor which runs the city's bus …
(2026-07-16). Dar heads to Shanghai to formalise Pakistan's founding role in AI organisation. tribune.com.pk 
Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar on Thursday departed for Shanghai on a two-day visit to attend the 2026 World Artificial Intelligence Conference and formalise the country's participation in a new international artificial intelligence organisation, according to a statement issued by the Foreign Office (FO). | According to the FO, Pakistan will join the World Artificial Intelligence Cooperation Organization (WAICO) as a founding member during the visit. It said the deputy prime minister "will sign the agreement" for Pakistan's accession to WAICO as a founding member. | Deputy Prime Minister/…
(2026-07-15). Yangtze River crossing event held in central CHina's Wuhan. ecns.cn Swimmers from across the Taiwan Strait joined hands as they crossed the Yangtze River in Wuhan, the capital of central China's Hubei Province, on Thursday as part of the 51st annual Wuhan July 16 Cross-Yangtze River Swimming event.
(2026-07-16). Landmark Science Report Confirms Big Oil's Fingerprints on Extreme Weather, as Industry Races for Legal Shield. commondreams.org The National Academies of Sciences released a
(2026-07-16). Thursday 7/16: Haiti & The Crisis In The Caribbean. indybay.org 518 Valencia | San Francisco, CA…
(2026-07-16). Iraq says $19M found in hideouts linked to ex-oil minister. aljazeera.com Iraqi authorities say they seized the equivalent of $19 million in cash and several kilograms of gold jewelry…
(2026-07-16). 'Epic squared': Scaloni lauds Argentina's back-to-back World Cup comebacks. aljazeera.com 'There was blood in the water, and we went for it,' Argentina coach said of the relentless late attacks against England.
(2026-07-16). South Korea Used Anti-Drone Netting During Recent Logistics Exercise. twz.com 
(2026-07-16). Turkey's ousted opposition leader says preparing for possible new party. newarab.com 
The opposition's crisis could boost Erdogan's prospects of extending his more than two-decade rule of NATO-member Turkey in an election scheduled for 2028. | In May, a Turkish court annulled the Republican People's Party's (CHP) 2023 congress that elected Ozgur Ozel as chairman, citing irregul…
(2026-07-16). LOL! The Guardian Is Upset That Nobody Wants Climate in Their Weather Anymore. wattsupwiththat.com After years of lectures that every hurricane, flood, drought, wildfire, and a hot summer day is caused by climate change, people have grown weary of the message.
(2026-07-16). 'Are you Muslim': Indian national stabbed 15 times inside US mall after being asked about religion. ptcnews.tv PTC News Desk: An Indian national is currently in a critical condition after being stabbed 15 times inside a shopping mall in Utah by a suspect who asked where he was from and whether he was Muslim, a | 'Are you Muslim': Indian national stabbed 15 times inside US mall after being asked about religion…
(2026-07-16). FROM WARFARE TO WEALTH — Why parliament must decide before Australia goes to war. independentaustralia.net 
(2026-07-15). Zheng Qinwen fires 13 aces to reach Athens quarterfinals. ecns.cn Chinese Zheng Qinwen beat Australian Elena Micic 6-4, 6-1 on Wednesday to reach the Athens quarterfinal.
(2026-07-16). Death Cab for Cutie, Lionel Richie and Earth, Wind Fire, Diplo's Run Club and more in this week's 'Things to Do'. whyy.org Thursday kicks things off across Philadelphia with a mix of music and art, from Lionel Richie and Earth, Wind & Fire at the Xfinity Mobile Arena to the opening of the new contemporary tapestry exhibit at the Fabric Workshop and Museum on Arch Street. By Friday, events in the region hit full stride. Blues icon Taj Mahal takes the stage at The Grand Opera House in Wilmington, while indie favorites Death Cab for Cutie play the Mann Center. Across the river in Collingswood, the Scottish Rite Auditorium hosts Patty Griffin and Kathleen Edwards, representing the folk and Americana scene, and the Rico Rico Fiesta brings…
(2026-07-16). 103 House Democrats Vote to Cut $3.3B in Funding to Israel, Marking Shift. truthout.org Over 100 Democrats voted for a House measure to cut $3.3 billion in military funding for Israel on Wednesday, marking a shift within the party even as the amendment still overwhelmingly failed to pass. The amendment, introduced by Rep. Thomas Massie (R-Kentucky), failed 104 to 314. The legislation would have stripped the 2027 State Department and national security funding bill of a provision… |
(2026-07-16). UK proposes voluntary overnight social media curfew for older teens. aljazeera.com Latest government measure aimed at curbing digital harm comes after under-16 social media ban announced last month.
(2026-07-16). EU: Tunisia Migration Deal Worsening Human Rights Violations. hrw.org Click to expand Image | Netherlands' Prime Minister Mark Rutte, left, European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen, Tunisian President Kais Saied, centre, right and Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni, right, at the presidential palace in Carthage, Tunisia, July 16, 2023. | © 2023 Tunisian Presidency/AP Images | (Brussels) — The European Union (EU) and its member states should publicly denounce human rights violations in Tunisia and stop funding abusive migration control activities, 46 human rights and humanitarian organizations said in a joint statement released today. The statement comes t…
(2026-07-16). Shenzhen fan maker ships up to 20,000 units a day as overseas demand rises. ecns.cn An electronics manufacturer in Shenzhen's Bao'an district is shipping up to 20,000 electric fans a day this summer as persistent heat drives overseas demand for cooling appliances.
(2026-07-16). Public Citizen Once Again Calls Upon the CFTC to Enforce Insider Trading Laws on the Prediction Markets. commondreams.org Today, multiple news outlets reported that President Trump's teleprompter operator has been placing profitable bets on Kalshi regarding the content of Trump's forthcoming speeches. Public Citizen has repeatedly appealed to the Commodity Futures Trading Commission, which oversees the prediction markets, to investigate and enforce the laws against insider trading. On March 5, 2026, Public Citizen filed an insider trading complaint with the CFTC following highly suspicious trades on the timing and developments of the American invasion of Iran. On April 30, 2026, Public Citizen and Better Markets urged the CFTC to…
(2026-07-16). UK unveils sanctions against Sudan gold networks. newarab.com 
The sanction targets are all Sudanese, but trade internationally, "including in the gold markets in Dubai and Hong Kong", the UK's FCDO said. | Britain on Thursday announced sanctions targeting what it said are "illicit gold and finance networks" propping up rival factions in The foreign ministry said the war-torn country's gold trade worth billions of dollars was helping finance "weapons procurement, military operations and the activities of armed groups". | The sanctions are aimed at 11 individu…
(2026-07-15). From fishermen to protectors: Yangtze 'finless porpoise guards' patrol China's longest river. ecns.cn At daybreak, a patrol boat glides across the waters where the Yangtze River meets Poyang Lake in Hukou County, Jiangxi Province.
(2026-07-16). FIFA to probe Argentina's Falklands banner display at World Cup semifinal. aljazeera.com FIFA says its disciplinary committee will assess match reports and consider relevant circumstances before taking any action.
(2026-07-16). FIFA World Cup 2026: Messi and Argentina storm into another WC final defeating England. ptcnews.tv PTC News Desk: England looked set to pull off a famous win. Lionel Messi was kept quiet for most of the match, Thomas Tuchel's tactics worked brilliantly, and Anthony Gordon's second-half goal gave the Three Lions a 1-0 lead, putting them close to their first FIFA World Cup final since 1966. | However, champions know how to bounce back when it matters most. Argentina showed that once again. Instead of scoring himself, Messi controlled the game from deeper areas, while his teammates stepped up to turn the match around. Argentina fought back to claim a 2-1 victory over England in the semi-final in Atlanta on Thurs…
(2026-07-16). Australia: Survey reveals determination of Victorian educators to fight as union calls 1-day strike. wsws.org The union leadership is desperately seeking to regain control of the dispute, having entered backroom negotiations with the government shortly after its sellout deal was rejected by teachers.
(2026-07-16). No, Israel does not have 'a right to exist.' Quite the contrary, actually. mronline.org 
Unlike the Zionist claim that "Israel has a right to exist," my assertion is rooted in international law. Of course, given Israel's propensity for violating such laws, it's no surprise they're still claiming a right that has no basis in reality.
(2026-07-16). Tuesday 7/21: The Children Caught in the Trump ICE Crackdown. indybay.org Virtual | RSVP: events.propublica.org/trump-deportation-……
(2026-07-16). Saturday 7/18: Ceasefire Postcards Pop Up. indybay.org 1122 University Ave, Berkeley CA…
(2026-07-16). Iran tells Houthis seal Bab al-Mandeb if US hits power network. newarab.com 
Any threat to the Red Sea and its Bab al-Mandeb gateway risks hugely exacerbating the global energy crisis. | The idea has been discussed within the Islamic Republic's leadership, and the message has been conveyed to
(2026-07-16). France's Morocco reset: What French PM Lecornu's visit to Rabat signals. aljazeera.com The trip highlights how Paris and Rabat are turning a diplomatic rapprochement into a broader strategic partnership.
(2026-07-16). New York State Bans New Data Centers to Rescue their Underpowered Green Energy Grid. wattsupwiththat.com Hochul: "… They drive up costs for local ratepayers, and I refuse to let those costs get passed down to New Yorkers …"
(2026-07-16). New Landmark National Academies Report Affirms the Science Behind Holding Polluters Accountable for the Climate Crisis. commondreams.org The National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine (NAS) today published an authoritative report,
(2026-07-16). Residents warned to stay indoors as Canadian wildfire smoke reaches dangerous levels in Philadelphia region. whyy.org This story is part of the From the Poconos to the Jersey Shore to the mouth of the Delaware Bay, what do you want to know about climate change? What would you like us to cover?
| The Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection said air quality will worsen Thursday evening, and is urging people to limit their time outdoors as wildfire smoke from Canada continues to blanket the region with dangerous levels of air pollution.
(2026-07-16). New National Academy of Sciences Climate Attribution Report Underscores How Climate Change Fuels Extreme Weather. commondreams.org The National Academy of Sciences (NAS)
(2026-07-16). We're Still Living In The 2016 Election. levernews.com 
(2026-07-16). China identifies 30 key science, technology challenges for future breakthroughs. ecns.cn The China Association for Science and Technology (CAST) on Wednesday released a list of 30 major science and technology questions and challenges for 2026, highlighting priority areas for future research and innovation, at the main forum of its 28th annual meeting in Beijing.
(2026-07-16). Climate Retreat Documented in the New York Times. wattsupwiththat.com Reality bats last, it has been said. Energy affordability, reliability, and plenty trump unsustainable politically correct, economically incorrect wind, solar, and batteries. It is time for a real free market with politics demoted.
(2026-07-16). Jeremy Rose: New Zealand joins the arms race to climate calamity. asiapacificreport.nz 
COMMENTARY: By Jeremy Rose Late last year, the British government suppressed a report that contained warnings from its intelligence agencies that climate change could drive mass migration and trigger a nuclear war in Asia. A copy of the report, obtained by The Times, warned of collapsing ecosystems potentially triggering acts of eco-terrorism, and the possibility…
(2026-07-16). The New Issue Of JOHNSTONE: At Least Lindsey Graham Is Dead. caitlinjohnstone.com.au The new issue of JOHNSTONE is now available to order in print or download as a pay-what-you-want e-book version. This issue features a painting of deceased war slut Lindsey Graham. Everything's getting crazier and crazier, and the empire is getting more and more evil. But no matter what happens as the future unfolds, we'll always …
(2026-07-16). Family of Wilmington police shooting victim disputes department's account as they announce plan to sue city for $25 million. whyy.org 
What are journalists missing from the state of Delaware? What would you most like WHYY News to cover? Delaware state and local officials on Thursday released police body camera videos of last month's fatal shooting of 19-year-old Kadir Skinner by a Wilmington police officer. The family is disputing law enforcement's version of events. | The
(2026-07-16). DRAM chipmakers CXMT to be China's biggest chip listing. ecns.cn ChangXin Memory Technologies (CXMT), one of China's leading dynamic random-access memory (DRAM) chipmakers, opened subscriptions for its initial public offering (IPO) on Thursday, marking what is expected to become the largest IPO in the history of Shanghai's STAR Market.
(2026-07-16). Navy Wants 1,000 Mile Combat Radius For Carrier Based Tactical Drone Fleets. twz.com 
The U.S. Navy is envisioning a future force of
(2026-07-16). Why Landon Donovan Forgave his Father. whyy.org As the 2026 World Cup comes to a close, we sit down with two key figures in bringing the beautiful game to the United States.
(2026-07-16). Campaigners disrupt event showcase demanding venues stop hosting fossil fuel firms. thecanary.co 
Amidst the third heat storm of this year, campaigners demanded an end to London venues hosting events for fossil fuel companies. Fossil Free London campaigners disrupted inside the QEII Centre in Westminster while the venue hosted its annual Summer Showcase. This is an invitation-only event marketed to the events industry where companies can find suitable […] | By
(2026-07-16). Over 500 feared dead after two boats carrying Rohingya refugees capsize in Bay of Bengal. ptcnews.tv PTC News Desk: At least 500 people are feared to have died after two boats carrying Rohingya refugees in the Bay of Bengal off the coast of Myanmar as refugees from the war-torn country make peri | Over 500 feared dead after two boats carrying Rohingya refugees capsize in Bay of Bengal…
(2026-07-16). Philadelphia health department takes over management of sexual assault response center from Drexel University. whyy.org 
From Philly and the Pa. suburbs to South Jersey and Delaware, what would you like WHYY News to cover? Philadelphia's only centralized center dedicated exclusively to examining, treating and supporting survivors of sexual assault is now managed by the city Department of Public Health, officials announced Wednesday. | The
(2026-07-16). Saturday 8/8: Strike Debt Bay Area Book Group: Bastards. indybay.org Email strike.debt.bay.area@gmail.com a few days beforehand for the online invite. All are welcome!
(2026-07-16). 'Terrifying': Teacher raped his student who just finished eighth grade, but Delaware authorities never notified the public. whyy.org 
What are journalists missing from the state of Delaware? What would you most like WHYY News to cover? Ten years ago, Delaware teacher Thomas Herlihy took a student to Atlantic City. | The girl had just completed eighth grade at Talley Middle School, where Herlihy, then 32, taught science and math. She later told authorities that Herlihy took her to famed chef Gordon Ramsay's restaurant at Caesars Hotel & Casino, and that they drank alcohol, rented a hotel room and had sex for the first time. | Herlihy, whose father was a Delaware Superior Court judge until 2016, continued ha…
(2026-07-16). NATO is trying to assume UN competences. unitedworldint.com The recent NATO summit in Ankara, Türkiye, has been debated from various angles, from increased military spending to transatlantic relations. Prof. Erdem Ilker Mutlu takes a different approach. Mutlu is an expert on international law at the Hacettepe University in Ankara. His main thesis: In order to maintain its raison d'etre, NATO exceeds institutional competences …
(2026-07-16). Nicaragua severs diplomatic ties with Italy over 1978 murder case. aljazeera.com The rift follows Italy's renewed demand for Nicaragua to extradite the man convicted of former prime minister's killing.
(2026-07-16). Thursday 7/30: Mennonite Action Mass Call. indybay.org Online | actionnetwork.org/events/july-2026-mass-……
(2026-07-16). Tuesday 7/28: Resilient Comedy. indybay.org Eclectic Box | 446 Valencia St (between 15th and 16th Streets) | SF, CA 94103…
(2026-07-16). TripleE's Council Member Justin Chaires on getting into local politics Part 1. mediasanctuary.org On this episode of the TripleE's, H. Bosh Jr. sits down with Council Member Justin Chaires to discuss his journey to becoming a council member, why getting involved in local politics matters, and his vision for the future of Schenectady, New York. Tune in to hear about his goals, the issues facing the community, and how local leadership can make a lasting impact.
(2026-07-16). Truth Social Is Selling Instant Access to Trump's Posts to Banks and Traders. truthout.org President Donald Trump's media company is launching a new product that will allow banks and financial traders to access Truth Social's data at the "fastest" speed for a fee, giving them exclusive real-time access to posts that may affect the markets, as Trump's posts frequently do. The product is known as "Truth API," and Trump Media & Technology Group, which runs Truth Social plans to… |
(2026-07-16). Zhoushan launches first end-to-end logistics service for Yangtze River cargo. ecns.cn Zhoushan in east China's Zhejiang province launched its first end-to-end logistics service for cargo shipped along the Yangtze River on Tuesday, marking a major step in the development of the river-sea intermodal hub.
(2026-07-16). WHYY Newscast for Thursday 5:00 p.m. whyy.org The latest local headlines from WHYY…
(2026-07-16). Thursday 7/16: The AFL-CIO "Solidarity Center" & Why Is Trump Funding It? indybay.org
(2026-07-16). Trump's Immigration Courts Are Turning Deportation Into an Assembly Line. portside.org Trump's Immigration Courts Are Turning Deportation Into an Assembly Line |
(2026-07-16). Ebola spreading more quickly in DRC, while Uganda is close to being virus-free. aljazeera.com Uganda ‚Å ‚Å discharges last-remaining patient, as WHO says Ebola has 'expanded faster than any previous outbreak' in DRC.
(2026-07-16). 'The Odyssey' film review: An epic that exceeds expectations. peoplesworld.org 
With The Odyssey, writer-director Christopher Nolan and his collaborators (wife and producer Emily Thompson, cinematographer Hoyte van Hoytema, editor Jennifer Lame, composer Ludwig Gà∂ransson, and the incredibly pedigreed ensemble led by Matt Damon, Anne Hathaway, and Tom Holland) have exceeded expectations by leaning into their strengths in combining scale and sentimentality. As soon as it …
(2026-07-16). Troy Juneteenth 19 Freedom Crawl (DJ Hollywood and Troy Mayor Carmella Mantello). mediasanctuary.org On Friday, June 19, 2026, Hudson Mohawk Magazine Network Roaming Labor Correspondent Willie Terry covered the Troy Juneteenth passport, "Freedom Crawl" celebration, and events. The events were at five different locations in Troy. In this labor segment, Willie interviewed DJ Hollywood about the importance of music in Juneteenth's history and recorded comments from Troy Mayor Carmello Mantello on Juneteenth.
(2026-07-15). China issues eco-environmental monitoring plan for 2026-2030. ecns.cn The Ministry of Ecology and Environment and the National Development and Reform Commission have jointly issued a plan to improve eco-environmental monitoring during China's 15th Five-Year Plan period (2026-2030), Xinhua News Agency reported.
(2026-07-16). Data Centers To Add Billions in Power Costs in 13 States. portside.org Data Centers To Add Billions in Power Costs in 13 States |
(2026-07-16). The Ableism of Kings, the Fury of Trump. publicbooks.org I usually flinch from swashbuckling claims, but let me make this one at least: No hero from ancient myth feels as human as Odysseus. No one as relatable in their indomitable will to survive. Is it any wonder, then, that the Odyssey is having a moment, as humans seem barely to be surviving at all? …
(2026-07-16). Grand Mosque of Paris celebrates 100-year anniversary. aljazeera.com The Grand Mosque of Paris is celebrating 100 years since its inauguration.
(2026-07-16). The face and identity: from Renaissance portraits to modern selfies. whyy.org For most of human history, we had no idea what we looked like. This was before mirrors and cameras became part of everyday life. We might catch our reflection in a glass window, or, like Narcissus, see ourselves looking back from a pool of water. If we didn't know what we looked like, who did we think we were? How much of our sense of self is based on our face? How far will we go to improve our appearance? | This week: how our faces became so central to our identity. Our guest is historian
(2026-07-16). Activists Throw Wet Blanket on FERC's "Blanket Certificate Policy" Changes. indybay.org As they have for the past decade, the environmental activist group Beyond Extreme Energy (BXE), along with other frontline groups, has protested, demonstrated, and attended the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) monthly public meetings to bring before the commission their concerns regarding an end to fossil fuel expansion.
(2026-07-16). Leakers claim Farage wanted £1m a year to lead Reform. thecanary.co 
Revelations continue to emerge about Nigel Farage's finances. The latest scoop is that the Reform leader said he'd need £1m a year to return and lead the party. And this is all very interesting, because Farage went on to receive a £5m 'gift' just before a new 5-year parliamentary term began: Excl: Farage said he […] | By
(2026-07-16). UC Healthcare Workers Demand Freedom For Dr Abu Safiya & All Palestine Healthcare Workers. indybay.org UC healthcare workers spoke out at the UC Regents meeting to demand that they support the freedom of Palestinian Dr. Abu Safiya and the more than 400 Palestinian healthcare workers who have been jailed, tortured and face death.
(2026-07-16). Unions and states sue to block Paramount-Warner Bros. megamerger. peoplesworld.org 
LOS ANGELES—Not even Paramount's announcement of the return of horror icon Freddy Krueger from the popular Nightmare on Elm Street film franchise could eclipse the news that unions and over a dozen states are suing to block the studio's monster of a merger with Warner Bros. this week. On July 13, California led a coalition …
(2026-07-16). 1776 against 1787: constituent power and the forgotten meaning of American democracy. onlineopinion.com.au The Declaration didn't just create America. It created a permanent revolution.
(2026-07-16). Uganda: Military Seizing Government Critics. hrw.org Click to expand Image | Erias Lukwago, lawyer for Ugandan opposition politician Kizza Besigye, unlawfully seized by the military, leaves a court in Kampala, on June 22, 2026, having been remanded into custody, on charges related to representing his client. | © 2026 Hajarah Nalwadda/Getty Images…
(2026-07-16). Wildfire smoke blankets World Cup final stadium before kickoff. aljazeera.com Footage shows smoke from Canadian wildfires shrouding the New York New Jersey Stadium ahead of Sunday's World Cup.
(2026-07-16). Celebrations erupt in Argentina's capital after World Cup semifinal win. aljazeera.com Jubilant fans leapt with joy in Buenos Aires after Argentina defeated England 2-1 in Wednesday's World Cup semifinal.
(2026-07-16). Sunday 7/26: Crafts As Resistance: Free Craft Night In Dolores Park. indybay.org Mission Dolores Park, San Francisco (Near Helen Diller Park)…
(2026-07-15). Xi urges high-quality urban renewal. ecns.cn President Xi Jinping stressed advancing high-quality urban renewal during an inspection tour in Shanghai on Wednesday, calling for comprehensive efforts to fully embrace the people-centered philosophy of urban development and keep enhancing urban residents' sense of gain, happiness and security.
(2026-07-16). SEP/IYSSE online public lecture: Lessons of the 2022 mass uprising in Sri Lanka for workers and youth. wsws.org This public lecture, hosted by the SEP and IYSSE, will discuss the lessons of Sri Lanka's 2022 mass uprising for working people entering into struggles against the JVP/NPP government's implementation of IMF austerity, authoritarian measures and the unfolding world war.
(2026-07-16). Two Philly-area Democrats voted against the bipartisan 'compromise' state budget. Here's why. whyy.org From Philly and the Pa. suburbs to South Jersey and Delaware, what would you like WHYY News to cover? Pennsylvania's $50.8 billion State Sens. Nikil Saval, D-Philadelphia, and Katie Muth, D-Chester County, praised the budget's investments in public ed…
(2026-07-16). ICRC working paper on six ICT-related threats faced by civilian populations. icrc.org
(2026-07-16). Detainees at ICE facility in Texas were 'beaten and abused'. geo.tv 
Protesters opposing mass deportations by ICE hold signs during a protest held at the Cassidy Gate at Fort Bliss, the US Army base where a large new ICE detention facility is being built, in El Paso, Texas, US, August 17, 2025. — ReutersRights groups have condemned Trump's immigration…
(2026-07-16). Libya: ICC Greenlights First Case to Move to Trial. hrw.org Click to expand Image | Khaled Mohamed Ali El Hishri appeared before Pre-Trial Chamber I of the International Criminal Court in The Hague, Netherlands, December 3, 2025. | © 2025 International Criminal Court…