(2026-08-26). Iran says Hormuz strait still closed despite transit corridor talks. al-monitor.com Iran and Oman are discussing a temporary transit corridor and mine-clearing for the Strait of Hormuz, b…
(2026-08-26). Iran and Oman discuss temporary Hormuz corridor as impasse with US drags on. al-monitor.com By Yomna EhabCAIRO, Aug 26 (Reuters) – Iran said it had restarted talks with neighbor Oman to manage the Strait of Hormuz as it faces heightened economic pressure from U.S. President Donald Trump in the wider conflict.Iran and Oman have been in on-and-off talks for weeks about controlling traffic through the strategic waterway, which handled one-fifth of global oil and liquefied natural gas shipments before the war began in February. Most shipping has been shut down since then.
(2026-08-26). Hormuz in The Balance: Trump's Territorial Bravado, Iran's Defiance and A Chokepoint Still Closed. ummid.com Trump declared the Strait of Hormuz 'New US Territory' via an AI-generated map, insisting it's open and mine-free. Iran mocked the claim, comparing it to annexing California, and vowed the strait stays shut until Washington lifts its blockade and sanctions.
(2026-08-26). Iran, Oman discuss temporary Hormuz corridor as impasse with US drags on. geo.tv Vessels in the Strait of Hormuz are visible near the beach of Bandar Abbas, Iran, August 25, 2026.— ReutersOil prices fall despite new US sanctions on Iran.US personnel returning from Middleast missions.Trump says all mines in the strait cleared.Iran said it had restarted talks…
(2026-08-26). With "economic D-Day" against Iran, Washington escalates conflict with China. wsws.org The Trump administration on Monday launched what Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent called an "economic D-Day" against Iran—a campaign of secondary sanctions aimed at every country, bank and company that trades with Tehran, above all China, which took roughly nine-tenths of Iran's oil exports before the US blockade choked them off.
(2026-08-26). Iran reviewing invitation to join Makkah Defence Deal: Report. ummid.com Amidst surging tension in the Middle East in the wake of the ongoing US-Israel Joint War against Iran, there are reports that the Persian State has been invited to join what is now widely known as Makkah Defence Pact.
(2026-08-26). US starts sending diplomatic staff back to Middle East posts. geo.tv The US flag flying at the American embassy in Baghdad, Iraq, on March 17, 2026. — Reuters Posts in Lebanon, Israel, Saudi Arabia and Baghdad are among those to be restaffed.Some embassies will initially operate at no more than 85% of authorized staffing.Family members will…
(2026-08-26). Cuba iniciará ensayos clínicos con nuevo fármaco para melanoma avanzado. cubadebate.cu Un nuevo medicamento desarrollado por científicos cubanos del Centro de Inmunología Molecular (CIM) se encuentra listo para ser probado en pacientes con melanoma avanzado, como parte de las investigaciones dirigidas a ampliar las alternativas terapéuticas contra el cáncer.
(2026-08-26). Cuba condena extensión del bloqueo económico, comercial y financiero. cubadebate.cu El canciller de Cuba, Bruno Rodríguez, condenó este martes 25 de agosto en los términos más enérgicos la decisión del Gobierno de Estados Unidos de extender por un año más el bloqueo económico, comercial y financiero contra la isla.
(2026-08-26). Más de un millón de dólares por transitar el Canal de Panamá. cubadebate.cu Los precios de las subastas para asegurar espacios de tránsito por el Canal de Panamá han superado el millón de dólares ante el aumento de la demanda y las restricciones de tráfico vinculadas a la disponibilidad de agua.
(2026-08-26). Roger Federer ingresará al Salón de la Fama del Tenis. cubadebate.cu El suizo Roger Federer ingresará este sábado al Salón de la Fama del Tenis Internacional, avalado por 20 títulos de Grand Slam y 310 semanas al frente del ranking mundial. Dueño de 103 títulos, la leyenda suiza será parte de la promoción de 2026 del Salón de la Fama del Tenis, y el acto tendrá lugar en Newport este 29 de agosto.
(2026-08-26). UCLV oficializa el cronograma de reanudación de las clases. cubadebate.cu La Universidad Central "Marta Abreu" de Las Villas (UCLV) reanudará sus actividades docentes el próximo 1 de septiembre para concluir el periodo 2025-2026 e iniciar paulatinamente el curso 2026-2027 bajo una modalidad semipresencial ajustada al contexto actual, dio a conocer el Consejo de Dirección de la casa de altos estudios.
(2026-08-26). Germany's Die Linke takes a stand. links.org.au 
Die Linke surges past the Social Democratic Party of Germany in polls as it battles austerity and the far-right — and names the genocide in Gaza, writes Ruairi Casey.
(2026-08-26). The daily struggle for a dignified life continues for Palestinians in Gaza. icrc.org
(2026-08-26). Chinese experts complete earthquake survey in Venezuela. ecns.cn A 10-member team of Chinese earthquake experts has returned home after completing a 20-day scientific survey in Venezuela, the China Earthquake Administration said Tuesday.
(2026-08-26). Purge Palantir! NNU Organizes National Protest Actions Against Fascist Palantir In Health. indybay.org The National Nurses Union is organizing a national day of action to demand the removal of Palantir for it's attack on healthcare workers, patients and role on supporting genocide…
(2026-08-26). Saturday 9/19: A Night of Music with the Georges Lammam Ensemble. indybay.org La Peña Cultural Center | 3105 Shattuck Avenue | Berkeley, CA 94705…
(2026-08-26). China condemns unilateral sanctions without basis in international law or authorization of UN Security Council: FM. ecns.cn China firmly opposes illicit unilateral sanctions that have no basis in international law or the authorization of the UN Security Council, Foreign Ministry Spokesperson Lin Jian said Tuesday.
(2026-08-26). PM CARES: Trust is Earned Through Disclosure, Not Authority. ummid.com The strongest criticism of PM CARES is not that it is illegal or fraudulent, it is that it is insufficiently transparent for the scale of public trust it commands.
palestinechronicle.com (2026-08-25). Israeli Strikes Kill Palestinians Destroy Gaza Desalination Plant as Attacks ContinueIsraeli airstrikes killed Palestinians and wounded others across Gaza while destroying a desalination plant and prayer hall amid continued ceasefire violations.
(2026-08-26). Dialogue seeks tangible results in Sino-U.S. ties. ecns.cn Representatives from China and the United States participated in a dialogue on Tuesday in Beijing, where they called for joint efforts to translate the consensus reached by the two countries' heads of state into concrete action and tangible results, while also suggesting expansion of practical cooperation across a number of fields.
(2026-08-26). IIT Madras to offer MBBS, BDS courses soon: V Kamakoti. ummid.com IIT Madras, one of the pioneers in Engineering Education and Research which had two years ago launched School of Medical Sciences, will soon offer undergraduate courses like MBBS and BDS.
(2026-08-26). Top EU court says Kavala case exposes erosion of judicial independence in Turkey. al-monitor.com Europe's top human rights court has renewed its call for Turkey to immediately release jailed philanthropist Osman Kavala, saying his imprisonment reflects a broader "systemic problem" over independence and impartiality of the judiciary.
(2026-08-26). Is Sudan's battlefield shaping the terms of its next political phase? aljazeera.com Army gains, RSF defections and al-Burhan's political push point to a possible shift in Sudan's war.
(2026-08-26). All It Takes Is One Crack In The Lie We've Been Sold. caitlinjohnstone.com.au I saw a Someone had captioned the clip, "Every awakening begins with a fracture in the lie." | Yeah. It does tend to happen like that. | You start pulling on one thread and then the whole thing unravels. Maybe you start with…
(2026-08-26). Tamil Nadu NEET UG Round 1 Result 2026 Date Changed. ummid.com The Directorate of Medical Education Tamil Nadu (DME Tamil Nadu) has revised the NEET UG 2026 Round 1 schedule as per which the MBBS and BDS Round 1 Allotment Result 2026, supposed to be published today i.e. Friday August 21, will now be released after six days.
(2026-08-26). China, Africa deepen cooperation on digital development. ecns.cn A high-level training program on digital development and transformation opened Monday in Hangzhou, Zhejiang Province, bringing together officials, international organizations, think tanks and businesses from across Africa.
(2026-08-26). Yiwu gears up for Year-of-the-Goat Spring Festival as overseas orders surge. ecns.cn With more than five months to go before the Year-of-the-Goat Spring Festival, production and sales of festive goods at Yiwu International Trade City are already in full swing.
(2026-08-26). Zaidi set to make European debut with Macron in France. al-monitor.com The Iraqi prime minister is expected to sign several memorandums of understanding with France during his Sept. 14 meeting with Macron as Baghdad seeks to diversify its diplomatic and security ties.
(2026-08-26). Philippines completes first remote surgery with doctors in China operating robot. ecns.cn The Urology Center of the Philippines performed the country's first remote surgery in Quezon City on Tuesday.
(2026-08-26). Nigerian content creator helps Chinese farm machinery reach overseas markets. ecns.cn Short videos posted by a Nigerian sales representative in eastern China's Zhejiang Province are helping a Chinese farm machinery producer reach overseas customers, with one TikTok post attracting more than 1.2 million views.
(2026-08-26). Missing Chinese student found dead in South Korea, murder suspect arrested. ecns.cn A 25-year-old Chinese female student who had been missing for several days was found dead in Gyeongsan, South Korea, the Chinese Consulate General in Busan said on Tuesday after confirming the case with local police.
(2026-08-26). Friday 8/28: Flowers of the Earth – Brazil (Mato Grosso do Sul), Santa Cruz Premiere. indybay.org Resource Center for Nonviolence | 612 Ocean Street | Santa Cruz, CA…
(2026-08-26). Police ramp up attacks; protest exposes candidate homeless-hostile past. indybay.org Protest in front of Bookstore Santa Cruz trumpets opposition to mayoral candidate Ryan Coonerty's past history and recent statements exposing his sympathy for the Mayor Fred Keeley's intensifying anti-homeless policies.
(2026-08-26). Petition To Urge SEIU California to endorse Tax Billionaires Now Initiative. indybay.org The California SEIU has refused to endorse the billionaire's tax although SEIU UHW spent $33 million to put it on the ballot.
(2026-08-26). SF PUC Cited By Cal-OSHA For Putting LIUNA 261 Workers Lives In Danger. indybay.org SF Mayor Lurie's SFPUC was cited by Cal-OSHA for putting LIUNA 261 workers in danger. The agency ED also supported a racist frame-up against these workers after they complained about the health and safety issues.
(2026-08-26). Electric shock gloves sought by ICE were used on Omaha schoolchildren. wsws.org "Our schools are supposed to be places where children are safe, learning and being protected," one parent said, "not places where electrical weapons become another tool of discipline or control."
(2026-08-26). Turn the National Steel Car strike into a counter-offensive by workers across North America: For class struggle, not trade war. wsws.org The decisive question two weeks into the strike is whether we organize ourselves to win or allow the United Steelworkers bureaucracy to fritter away our strength until we are starved into accepting another sellout.
(2026-08-26). Mass Banner Drop in Response to Fascist Banner Drop in Sacramento. indybay.org 12+ banners dropped in response to Patriot Front banner drop in Sacramento…
(2026-08-26). Democratic Party think tank Third Way launches campaign against socialism. wsws.org A leaked internal email reveals plans to hire a "Director of Anti-Extremism," days after the Democratic-Party aligned think tank cited the 1947 purge of the unions as its model.
(2026-08-26). Sino-French equine culture exhibition opens in Beijing. ecns.cn A major Sino-French exhibition on horse culture opened Sunday at Prince Kung's Palace Museum in Beijing, bringing together more than 260 equine-themed artworks from both countries.
(2026-08-26). Chinese humanoid robot Tiangong sets 100m record with 8.86-second sprint. ecns.cn Chinese humanoid robot Tiangong clocked 8.86 seconds in the 100-meter semifinal of the large-size category at the second World Humanoid Robot Games on Tuesday, setting a new record.
(2026-08-26). What is Putin planning for this NATO nation? Russia floats 'unknown' attacks on UK drone hubs | Kyiv. hindustantimes.com Russia has issued a fresh warning over Britain's growing military support for Ukraine, with former Russian diplomat Andrei Fedorov suggesting U.K. drone-production facilities could face an "unknown" response. His remarks come amid Moscow's anger over Britain sharing missile technology and supporting Ukraine's long-range weapons programme.
(2026-08-26). County-level markets fuel robust growth in China's retail sector. ecns.cn County-level markets have become a vital engine of China's retail expansion, with sales nearing 20 trillion yuan ($2.77 trillion), a NielsenIQ report said Monday.
(2026-08-26). From confrontation to cooperation. onlineopinion.com.au The institutions built to keep enemies talking are still there. What's disappearing is the political will to use them.
(2026-08-26). Managed Pluralism: Tokayev's Constitutional Gamble in Kazakhstan. ummid.com Kazakh President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev's ongoing political reset in Kazakhstan, represents a calculated effort, to restructure state power under the narrative of progressive constitutional reform.
(2026-08-26). Robots shift from athletes to workers. ecns.cn Robots sprinted, lifted weights and performed tai chi in Beijing this week — but the 2nd World Humanoid Robot Games also tested how they handle real jobs.
(2026-08-26). Israeli soldiers block Knesset member from besieged Palestinian home. aljazeera.com Israeli soldiers blocked Knesset member Ofer Cassif from reaching a Palestinian family home in the occupied West Bank.
(2026-08-26). Northwest China's Shaanxi establishes new rail hub with direct connections to Europe. ecns.cn The first direct China-Europe Railway Express freight train departed from Baoji in northwest China's Shaanxi Province on Tuesday, headed for Nizhny Novgorod of Russia. The launch makes Baoji as the province's second logistics hub with direct rail links to Europe, following the provincial capital, Xi'an.
(2026-08-26). Why is this American ally so eager to revive Trump-Kim talks as Pyongyang fires missiles? | S. Korea. hindustantimes.com South Korea is offering to help the Trump administration revive dialogue with North Korea after Kim Jong Un rejected Washington's latest outreach. As Seoul coordinates with Washington on diplomacy, Pyongyang continues its missile tests while Kim Yo-jong dismisses claims of active talks and accuses the U.S. of maintaining a hostile policy.
(2026-08-26). The Families Left Behind: Their Right to Be Remembered, Our Responsibility to Act. ummid.com When a humanitarian worker is killed, the violation does not end with the death; it continues through the lives of the family left behind, and their suffering deserves recognition, documentation, support, accountability, and a place in collective memory.
(2026-08-26). Stop California Forever's Backdoor Deal Making. indybay.org The billionaire investors behind the "California Forever" scheme in Solano County are asking state legislators to allow their massive proposed developments to bypass environmental review.
(2026-08-26). Airport worker receives gratitude letter after helping customers make funeral trip. ecns.cn A Chinese woman surnamed Zhou recently expressed her gratitude to Wang Jin, a staff member at Hangzhou Xiaoshan International Airport in Zhejiang Province, for helping her family rearrange their travel plans during an emergency.
(2026-08-26). Why parents are turning to tutoring, and it is no longer just about better marks. onlineopinion.com.au Tutoring used to be the preserve of students who were struggling, but it is growing beyond that. Why?
(2026-08-26). (W.E. Talk) Green architecture: building bridges between the East and West, without crossing the limits of our planet. ecns.cn Here, the paradigm shift is twofold, because a whole-system thinking is needed not only to consider the entire life cycle, but also to envision what happens next. The ultimate goal is to minimize environmental impacts and to drive both sustainability and innovation.
(2026-08-26). Pacific 'catastrophe' awaits if nations not alert to deep sea eco threat. asiapacificreport.nz 
COMMENTARY: By Kalinga Seneviratne In the past year there has been a scramble by the big powers to secure the continuing supply of "rare minerals" that are used in batteries driving electric cars and wind power turbines. There is a looming catastrophe awaiting the Pacific Ocean if countries in the region are not alert to the…
(2026-08-26). Thursday 8/27: Palantir OUT! NNU nurses to participate in nationwide protests against Palantir. indybay.org Palantir Palo Alto…
(2026-08-26). Economic Advisor's 'bring back E10' advice puts in question govt's oil policy. ummid.com The opposition parties are using Chief Economic Advisor V Anantha Nageswaran's suggestion that the 'E10 Petrol should be brought back' to cast doubt over the Narendra Modi government's oil policy.
(2026-08-26). Australia: PepsiCo demands more real pay cuts at Brisbane Smith's crisps factory. wsws.org As well as workers' pay demands, the company has rejected virtually all the limited claims submitted by the unions.
(2026-08-26). Bangladesh to Join Türkiye-Pakistan Makkah Pact? ummid.com Bangladesh says it's open to joining the Türkiye-Pakistan defence pact, it's not a signature, but it's not nothing either – and for India, it confirms a drift that's been building for two years.
(2026-08-26). Maharashtra NEET UG Allotment Result 2026 Date Changed. ummid.com The Maharashtra CET Cell has revised the NEET UG 2026 Round 1 schedule as per which the MBBS and BDS Round 1 Allotment Result 2026, supposed to be published on August 25, 2026, has been delayed.
(2026-08-26). War and Climate Breakdown: We owe Children More. juancole.com Greenfield, Mass. (Special to Informed Comment; Feature) — Children attending Amani primary school in Nairobi, Kenya, are first given warm water, bathing soap and a seaweed-based body gel for washing before entering their classrooms, because they lack clean water at home. If they need to wash their uniforms, they are given a change of school uniform and a place to dry their clothes. Most of the children live in informal settlements that lack clean water, sanitation and hygiene; school is their only provider of these essential public health needs. | They are taught to clean the school that offers them not onl…
(2026-08-26). Sunday 9/20: Voices from Holy Land Online Film Salon: "The Palestinian Exile – 78 Years and No Future" indybay.org Zoom | Tinyurl.com/VFHL-September2026…
(2026-08-26). SGP in the Berlin state election: "We embody the revolutionary, socialist and internationalist traditions of the working class" wsws.org Speaking at the Sozialistische Gleichheitspartei Berlin state election campaign launch, the party's honorary chairman explains that 35 years ago it was not socialism but Stalinism that collapsed, and that today's crisis demands the working class reclaim its revolutionary traditions.
(2026-08-26). Campaign to free Ukrainian Trotskyist Bogdan Syrotiuk discussed on NZ Māori radio. wsws.org Members of the Socialist Equality Group (New Zealand) exposed the fascist Ukrainian court's frame-up of the young Trotskyist leader, who is sentenced to 15 years in prison for "treason" for opposing the war.
(2026-08-26). China-made humanoid robots are rapidly moving out of labs into real-world industries: FM. ecns.cn Humanoid robots are rapidly moving out of labs into real-world industries, said Chinese Foreign Ministry Spokesperson Lin Jian on Tuesday.
(2026-08-26). Yunnan's Shizong pepino melons make debut in overseas market. ecns.cn A shipment of 23.5 metric tons of pepino melons from Shizong County, Yunnan Province, has been exported to Malaysia after passing inspections by Qujing Customs. This marks the first time the county's signature fruit has entered the overseas market.
(2026-08-26). 7 months after Alex Pretti's murder by the immigration Gestapo, his family speaks out against the ongoing cover-up. wsws.org In a powerful interview with ABC, the Pretti family condemned the Trump administration's cover-up of the murder of their son Alex, an intensive care nurse at the Department of Veterans Affairs who was shot and killed by Customs and Border Protection thugs during the federal occupation of Minnesota.
(2026-08-26). Oppose the US-Canada trade war! Unite the workers of the Americas against tariffs, war and dictatorship! wsws.org The trade war between Washington and Ottawa is a reactionary conflict involving two capitalist ruling classes striving to advance the predatory imperialist interests of their respective nation-states. The real division is not between Canada and America, but between the working class of both countries and the corporate oligarchies that exploit them.
(2026-08-26). China expands community meal services for seniors nationwide. ecns.cn China is expanding meal services for older people, with 82,000 service sites nationwide now providing more than 4 million meals to seniors every day, according to the Ministry of Civil Affairs.
(2026-08-26). Onam: Kerala's Iconic Festival is Back in All its Beauty and Grace. ummid.com Malayalis' eagerly-awaited annual festival Onam stands out as one of the few celebrations in the world that blends mythology, veneration of nature and cultural expressions in a captivating tapestry.
(2026-08-26). "Get the Flock Out of SF" Message From Sunrise Movement. indybay.org As part of nationwide anti-Flock protests, Sunrise Movement Action in SF's ritzyist streets sends clear message to billionaire Flock investor Chris Larsen…
(2026-08-26). ICRC president: At 77, the Geneva Conventions remain indispensable to humanity and global stability. icrc.org Statement by Mirjana Spoljaric, President of the ICRC, to mark the 77th anniversary of the four Geneva Conventions of 1949 on August 12th.
(2026-08-26). How Iran is readying for economic protests as Trump escalates pressure. al-monitor.com Iranian authorities are bracing for unrest as US pressure collides with a battered economy, fuel price indecision and fresh memories of bloodshed.
(2026-08-26). SPL 26/27: All eyes on Ronaldo as Al-Nassr gears up to take on Al-Riyadh. ummid.com All eyes are on Al-Nassr Skipper Cristiano Ronaldo as the defending champion gears up to take on Al-Riyadh football club Friday August 21, 2026 in the second match of the Saudi Pro League 2026-27.
(2026-08-26). Retired U.S. teacher reunites with Yin Yuzhen to plant three trees, renewing a 26-year friendship. ecns.cn Ronald Sakolsky, a retired U.S. teacher, stood once again in China's Mu Us Desert on Monday, planting three saplings alongside environmentalist Yin Yuzhen and her husband Bai Wanxiang.
(2026-08-26). Syrian Kurdish leader dissolves force that spearheaded jihadist fight. al-monitor.com The leader of the Kurdish-led Syrian Democratic Forces, the Washington-backed group at the forefront of the battle against the Islamic State jihadist group, announced their dissolution on Tuesday under a deal with the government. | After being Syria's most highly trained and organised paramilitary force for years, the SDF was promptly dropped by Washington in favour of the new US-friendly authorities in Damascus after the ousting of longtime ruler Bashar al-Assad in late 2024.
(2026-08-26). Chinese artists eye overseas concert boom. ecns.cn From Singapore to Vancouver, Mandarin pop stars are drawing crowds abroad, underscoring China's growing cultural reach. Jackson Wang, Zhou Shen and Silence Wang are among the artists leading the surge in overseas tours.
(2026-08-26). AIAPGET 2026: Retest for 49 students as power failure disrupts exam. ummid.com The National Testing Agency (NTA) has announced retest (re-exam) for 49 students whose All India AYUSH Post Graduate Entrance Test 2026 (AIAPGET 2026) Saturday August 22, 2026 was disrupted due to power failure.
(2026-08-26). Eni presses ahead with Egypt gas projects as war raises investment risks. al-monitor.com Egyptian President Abdel Fattah el-Sisi met with Eni CEO Claudio Descalzi on Tuesday, with the Italian energy giant revealing it could make a crucial investment decision in coming months.
(2026-08-26). Al-Nassr devastate Al-Riyadh as Ronaldo, Al-Amri, Felix, Gabriel shine. ummid.com Al-Nassr Saudi FC Friday August 21, 2026 defeated Al-Riyadh SC in the second match of the Saudi Pro League 2026-2027 (SPL 26/27) season played at Prince Turki bin Abdulaziz Stadium in Saudi Capital Riyadh.
(2026-08-26). MCC NEET UG Round 1 Result 2026 Released: Link to Check. ummid.com The Medical Counseling Committee (MCC) has released on its official website 'mcc.nic.in' Seat Allotment Result 2026 of MCC NEET UG 2026 (MBBS / BDS) Round 1 Counselling today i.e. Friday August 21, 2026.
(2026-08-26). Chinese war comedy 'Once Upon a Time in the Middle East' announces global release plan. ecns.cn Chinese war comedy-drama Once Upon a Time in the Middle East announced its global release plan on Tuesday, after the summer hit grossed more than 1.6 billion yuan (approximately $238 million) at the box office since its release on Aug. 11, 2026.
(2026-08-26). World Humanitarian Day: Remarks by Yasmine Praz, Director of Operations, ICRC. icrc.org MSF-HUG event — 19 August 2026…
(2026-08-26). Tuesday 9/29: Seaside Candidate Forum. indybay.org Oldemeyer Center, Laguna Grande Hall, 986 Hilby Ave., Seaside, CA 93955…
(2026-08-26). Donald Trump's Artifishy Intelligence. juancole.com (
(2026-08-26). US Steel Clairton disaster exposes 13 years of OSHA failure under Democratic and Republican administrations. wsws.org Federal regulators repeatedly inspected the US Steel plant while deadly hazards remained uncorrected.
(2026-08-26). 'This is a difficult task': PNG parliament to finally address Bougainville vote. asiapacificreport.nz 
By Johnny Blades of RNZ Pacific Papua New Guinea's prime minister has urged the nation to appreciate the gravity of the decision on Bougainville that Parliament is to debate this week. The PNG Parliament resumed on Tuesday and from Thursday MPs will debate whether to ratify the 97.7 percent vote by Bougainvilleans for independence in…
(2026-08-26). Boeing engineers and technical workers reject contract, vote to authorize strike. wsws.org A strike would disrupt both commercial-aircraft certification and military production under conditions of expanding US wars and preparations for conflict with China.
(2026-08-26). India After July 2026 Gen Z Protests. ummid.com Can we expect a democratic resistance and change of the dispensation from an autocratic one to democratic one, the one upholding Indian Constitution and values secularism, democracy and inclusive nationalism?
(2026-08-26). In Chhatron Ki Goonj Pune, Rahul Gandhi attacks Manusmriti. ummid.com Indicating a major shift in the Congress Policy, Leader of Opposition (LoP) Rahul Gandhi Saturday August 22, 2026 while addressing the Chhatron ki Goonj event in Pune blamed Manusmriti for the woes of women in India and urged students to end patriarchy.
(2026-08-26). Mamdani opposes Hindu nationalist event in New York. aljazeera.com Zohran Mamdani says he opposes a right-wing Hindu nationalist event scheduled for next week at Madison Square Garden.
(2026-08-26). Symbols of Fascism During National No ALPRs Week. indybay.org Organizations allied in protesting surveillance devices that are used to violate Fourth Amendment protections from unreasonable search are united in the Safety Over Surveillance coalition. On August 20th they rallied in front of Palo Alto's City Hall.
(2026-08-26). Saturday 8/29: San José Protest & March. indybay.org Winchester Shopping Center sign | 3137 Stevens Creek Blvd, San José 95117…
(2026-08-26). Severe flooding cuts off villages in Guangxi, rescue teams deliver emergency supplies. ecns.cn Days of torrential rain have triggered severe flooding in Longzhou County, Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region, cutting road access to multiple villages and leaving residents isolated. Rescue teams have been using boats in relay operations to deliver emergency supplies to stranded residents, local authorities said.
(2026-08-26). ILWU Workers Fight C&H Union Busting; Black Teamsters Demand Accountability. indybay.org On Pacfica's CRD, ILWU Workers Fight C&H Union Busting; Black Teamsters Demand Accountability; Dr. David Martin Charges DARPA, Fauci, and Congress in Cover-up of US Bioweapon Secrets…
(2026-08-26). Beijing refrigerator claim exposes DPP-created 'information cocoon' in Taiwan: spokesperson. ecns.cn A claim made on a pro-independence political talk show that "people in Beijing don't have refrigerators" is detached from reality and will only become a laughingstock, a Chinese mainland spokesperson said on Wednesday.
(2026-08-26). Trump administration issues pause on visa appointments for applicants worldwide. geo.tv US President Donald Trump sits in the Oval Office of the White House in Washington, DC, US, March 7, 2025. — ReutersTrump has pursued aggressive immigration crackdown. State Department did not specify details on training.Trump's crackdown has faced some legal setbacks.
(2026-08-26). Rajasthan NEET UG Counselling 2026 Schedule Revised. ummid.com NEET UG 2026 Medical and Dental Admission Counselling Board has revised the MBBS and BDS Counselling Schedule 2026, changing the dates to release the merit list and allotment result, and last date to submit choice filling form.
(2026-08-26). Thursday 11/12: 29th Anniversary San Francisco Transgender Film Festival. indybay.org Roxie Theater | 3117 16th St, | San Francisco, CA 94103…
(2026-08-26). Trump sends Saudi nuclear deal to Congress but says Riyadh must recognize Israel. al-monitor.com By Timothy GardnerWASHINGTON, Aug 25 (Reuters) – President Donald Trump has sent Congress a proposed agreement with Saudi Arabia on civil nuclear energy while insisting the pact will only go into effect if the kingdom normalizes relations with Israel, a U.S. administration official told Reuters on Tuesday. The agreement, which was reached in July and would allow U.S. companies to export civilian nuclear technology to the kingdom, was sent to Congress on Monday, according to the U.S. official, who declined to be identified.
(2026-08-26). Explainer: What are H-1B visas for skilled workers and what changes loom. geo.tv US flag, a passport and a US H-1B Visa application form are seen in this illustration taken, September 22, 2025. — Reuters
(2026-08-26). US sanctions four India-based companies for oil trade in new economic crackdown. ptcnews.tv PTC News Desk: The Donald Trump administration has imposed sanctions on four India-based companies over their alleged involvement in Iranian oil and petrochemical trade worth around USD 119 million. The move is part of Washington's efforts to cut off Iran's sources of international revenue. Three Indian nationals were also included in the sanctions announced under the Operation Economic Outcast initiative. | The US Treasury described the action as part of a wider economic campaign aimed at disrupting Iran's financial links around the world. It said India-based Sadashiva Overseas Limited imported around USD 69 mi…
(2026-08-26). Monday 9/14: "Ghost in the Machine" : Doc Film on Fascist Eugenic Roots & Dangers of AI Technology. indybay.org KQED Independence Lens broadcast premiere | Will also be available through PBS Passport; and currently available to rent directly through documentary website…
(2026-08-26). Early action and respect for IHL can prevent acute food insecurity in armed conflict. icrc.org Statement delivered by Elyse Mosquini, Permanent Observer and Head of Delegation, UN Security Council open debate on conflict-related food insecurity, 25 August 2026, New York…
(2026-08-26). Makkah Quran Competition 2026 Male/Female Winners Announced – Full List. ummid.com Saudi National, Abdulrahman bin Mukhtar bin Ahmed Muhammad, and Jumana Shraitiyah (Jumanah Sharaityah) of Algeria have respectively won the Top Prize at the 46th Edition of the King Abdulaziz International Holy Quran Competition or 2026 Makkah Quran Competition for Memorization, Recital and Explanation held at the Grand Mosque for males and females.
(2026-08-26). Hong Kong official encourages people, enterprises to facilitate its integration into national development strategy. ecns.cn Starry Lee Wai-king, member of the Standing Committee of the National People's Congress and President of the Legislative Council of Hong Kong Special Administrative Region (HKSAR) on Monday encouraged Hong Kong people and businesses operating on the Chinese mainland to leverage their strengths to facilitate Hong Kong's deeper integration into and service to China's overall development strategy.
(2026-08-26). Madhya Pradesh NEET UG 2026 Round 1 Result Today: Time, Link to Check. ummid.com Department of Medical Education (DME) Madhya Pradesh is releasing on its official website 'dme.mponline.gov.in' Round 1 Seat Allotment Result of NEET UG 2026 (Medical MBBS and Dental – BDS) Counselling today i.e. Thursday August 20, 2026.
(2026-08-26). In Cameroon, before the scroll, there was the dance floor. globalvoices.org 
(2026-08-26). Read: Affan Ansari on Studying Abroad, Scholarships and Global Ambitions. ummid.com In an exclusive interview, Political Science and International Relations Graduate Affan Ansari discusses his journey from studying Science in India to pursuing Higher Education in Turkey and Europe, the realities of studying abroad, scholarships and financial planning, community engagement, and his ambition to build a career in peacebuilding, conflict resolution and international security.
(2026-08-26). Mamdani opposes NYC event with leader of India's Hindu nationalist group. geo.tv New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani speaks during an announcement on the Standing Up to ICE outreach programme at the governor's office in New York City, US, August 12, 2026. — ReutersRSS chief Mohan Bhagwat will feature at an August 29 event.Hindu nationalist group doesn't…
(2026-08-26). Gen Alpha protest across Madhya Pradesh over school mergers. ummid.com The school children, described as Gen Alpha, have now taken to the streets across Madhya Pradesh, raising issues affecting their education.
(2026-08-26). Why Is Trump's spy chief in Moscow? What is CIA boss Ratcliffe doing behind Russia's closed doors. hindustantimes.com CIA Director John Ratcliffe reportedly traveled to Moscow on August 25 for meetings with Russian officials, according to multiple reports. The mystery visit comes as U.S.-Russia contacts intensify under President Donald Trump amid stalled Ukraine peace talks. Reports say Washington even asked Ukraine to avoid strikes on Moscow and St. Petersburg during Ratcliffe's visit, raising questions about the sensitivity of his mission. Who was Ratcliffe meeting? Was he in contact with Russia's intelligence leadership? And could the trip signal a new backchannel between Washington and Moscow? Here's what we know about the C…
(2026-08-26). 26-year-old South Australian worker killed in woodchipper accident. wsws.org Josh Thomson-Parkin had raised concerns about the reliability and safety of the machine in the days before his death.
(2026-08-26). Elon Musk calls Shanghai 'a Great City' as mother shares China trip. ecns.cn Maye Musk and her son, Tesla CEO Elon Musk, have recently shared posts about China on social media, drawing attention to their positive remarks about the country.
(2026-08-26). EBALDC property manager seeks ways to retaliate against tenant. indybay.org Effie's House, a 21 unit residential building in Oakland, owned by EBALDC, and managed by Znae Richmond.
(2026-08-26). Meet Dr. Heena Fuplunkar, a Doctor already to now serve as Police Officer. ummid.com For thousands of students, particularly those from vernacular medium, Dr. Heena Qasim Fuplunkar's story is a reminder that dreams can rise above limitations when supported by determination, discipline and sustained effort.
(2026-08-26). Over 34K Cr for Nashik Kumbh Mela, Peanut for Schools: SC Judge. ummid.com Supreme Court of India Justice Prasanna B Varale Monday August 24, 2026 while expressing concerns over the worsening condition of schools in Maharashtra compared the huge fund allocated for Nashik Kumbh Mela and the declining Education Budget of the State.
(2026-08-26). Human rights situation in Myanmar 'plummets to new low', UN says. aljazeera.com New report says abuses against Rohingya and unchecked resource exploitation deepening crisis in Myanmar.
(2026-08-26). Tuesday 8/25: "I Care About Peace" Series: Visions of Peace from Youth. indybay.org Zoom | us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/oJo8eMR……
(2026-08-26). "MAGA's Man in LatAm" jailed in Bolivia over political assassination plot. wsws.org The arrest of Fernando Cerimedo, business partner of Trump's former campaign manager, exposes the criminal machinery behind the installation of far-right regimes in Latin America.
(2026-08-26). One year since Trump's military occupation of Washington D.C.: A milestone in the march toward dictatorship. wsws.org Trump's troop deployment has been a critical element in his plans to construct a presidential dictatorship.
(2026-08-26). Milestone reached for world's longest-span bridge under construction in China. ecns.cn The main structure of the south anchorage for the south channel bridge of the Zhangjinggao Yangtze River Bridge — the world's longest-span bridge under construction — was completed on Tuesday in east China's Jiangsu Province, marking a significant step forward in the mega-project.
(2026-08-26). "The Ball no Question Makes:" FitzGerald's Rubáiyát of Omar Khayyám 1:50. juancole.com No. 50 in the first edition of Edward FitzGerald's translation of The Rubáiyát of Omar Khayyám addresses the helplessness of human beings before their destiny. It compares them to a ball used in a sport, which is struck and sent flying in one direction and then another. God is not so much the power that shapes their fate as an impassive background presence who is the only one that understands what is going on. | But Right or Left as strikes the Player goes;
| And He that toss'd Thee down into the Field,
| He knows about it all — He knows — He knows! | Vinnie-Marie d'Ambrosio in her Eliot…
(2026-08-26). Humanoid robots, autonomous vehicles speed up China's parcel delivery. ecns.cn Humanoid robots, automated sorting systems, and autonomous delivery vehicles are being widely used across China's express delivery sector, from sorting centers to last-mile delivery.
(2026-08-26). Meet Aisha Wahab, First Afghan-American to Serve in US Congress. ummid.com In another major victory for the Democratic Party, Aisha Wahab has won the California's 14th District Special Election, becoming the first Afghan American elected to the U.S. Congress.
(2026-08-26). Wednesday 8/26: Stop Rigging The Election At KPFA & Pacifica! Purged KPFA Candidates Speak out. indybay.org KPFA | 1929 MLK Blvd/University | Berkeley, CA…
(2026-08-26). Honoring William Alexander Leidesdorff, Jr., 2026 International Underground Railroad Month. indybay.org Leidesdorff's legacy continued into the Gold Rush, when his American River lands became a contested geography of slavery and freedom. Although he died tragically on May 18, 1848, at the young age of 37, his presence shaped the political climate that ultimately led California to enter the Union as a free state. His life affirms that the Underground Railroad was not solely an Eastern phenomenon; it was a global system of Pan African mobility, legal strategy, and maritime resistance that reached all the way to the Pacific Rim.
(2026-08-26). DSA's Ella Teevan: 'Socialism has broken containment in the United States'. links.org.au 
Ella Teevan discusses the US midterms, how the Democratic Socialists of America can build on its successes, and challenging US imperialism and President Donald Trump's far-right agenda.
(2026-08-26). China's longest offshore steel trestle bridge completed in Dalian. ecns.cn An 11.6-kilometer offshore steel trestle bridge, the longest of its kind currently under construction in China, was fully connected on Tuesday in Dalian, located in China's northeastern Liaoning Province.
(2026-08-26). U.S. Secret Service aware of Iranian video threat against Barron Trump. al-monitor.com WASHINGTON, Aug 25 (Reuters) – The U.S. Secret Service is aware of a video broadcast by Iranian state television discussing a potential plot to assassinate U.S. President Donald Trump's youngest son, a spokesperson said on Tuesday."The U.S. Secret Service is aware of the video and investigates anything that can be perceived as a threat toward our protectees. Out of concern for operational security, we do not discuss matters of protective intelligence," Secret Service spokesperson Nate Herring said in an email.
(2026-08-26). Kurdish-led SDF dissolves as part of integration with Damascus. al-monitor.com DAMASCUS, Aug 25 (Reuters) – The Kurdish-led Syrian Democratic Forces has been dissolved, the armed militant group's leader said on Tuesday, a major step in the integration plan agreed on earlier this year with the Islamist-led government in Damascus."We announce today the end of the mission of the Syrian Democratic Forces and announce with full responsibility its dissolution as an independent military force," SDF commander Mazloum Abdi said in a televised speech.
(2026-08-26). Major Chinese airlines introduce paid in-flight meal options. ecns.cn Major Chinese airlines have introduced paid in-flight meal options on domestic routes, ranging from affordable snacks to premium platters costing several hundred yuan, as carriers seek to diversify their catering services.
(2026-08-26). Evaluation of EcoSec's Microeconomic Initiatives in Libya 2019-2024. icrc.org
(2026-08-26). Haiti: Everything must be done to protect the population from escalating armed violence. icrc.org
(2026-08-26). Frequently asked questions: Nuclear Weapons. icrc.org
(2026-08-26). Frequently asked questions: Our work in Ethiopia. icrc.org
(2026-08-26). Preserving humanity and dignity in the Philippines' armed conflicts. icrc.org
(2026-08-26). Evaluation of the ICRC's EcoSec Programme in Cameroon (2019-2024). icrc.org
(2026-08-26). Ukraine: Civilian casualties rise as conflict escalates. icrc.org
(2026-08-26). Democratic Republic of the Congo: ICRC hands over 15 people released by the Congolese authorities to AFC/M23. icrc.org
(2026-08-26). Why the world cannot normalize the killing of those who help. icrc.org
(2026-08-26). Mali: Six injured people transferred from Kidal to Gao. icrc.org
(2026-08-26). Democratic Republic of the Congo: More than 80,000 people receive food and seed. icrc.org
(2026-08-26). Renewed call from UN Secretary-General and ICRC President to adopt rules on autonomous weapon systems. icrc.org
(2026-08-26). Frequently asked questions: Our work in Somalia. icrc.org
(2026-08-26). Outcomes of the 5th Pacific Islands Roundtable on International Humanitarian Law. icrc.org
(2026-08-26). The Pacific strengthens commitment to international humanitarian law. icrc.org
(2026-08-26). Philippines: Facts and figures from January to June 2026. icrc.org
(2026-08-26). Russia: ICRC helps displaced people start over. icrc.org
(2026-08-26). Restoring hope: five years of MHPSS support for repatriated families in Central Asia. icrc.org
(2026-08-26). World Humanitarian Day: Health care is not a privilege, it is a fundamental right. icrc.org
(2026-08-26). Bangladesh: 17th Henry Dunant Memorial Moot Court Competition 2026 National Rounds — Call for Registration. icrc.org
(2026-08-26). A KPFA blast from the past. indybay.org
(2026-08-26). DRC: The International Red Cross and Red Crescent Movement condemns attacks on its volunteers and staff. icrc.org
(2026-08-26). Syrian Democratic Forces, tip of the spear in anti-jihadist fight, to dissolve. al-monitor.com The Kurdish-led Syrian Democratic Forces, whose dissolution was announced by their leader Mazloum Abdi on Tuesday, were the Washington-backed de facto army of the Kurds' autonomous administration in Syria and spearheaded the battle against jihadists.The force was Syria's most highly trained and organised for years, until Washington dropped them for the new US-friendly authorities in Damascus.Experts say the SDF's dissolution marks the end of an era for the country's Kurds, who had long dreamt of autonomy before the 2024 fall of Syrian ruler Bashar al-Assad.
(2026-08-26). Argentina: Basta Ya de violencia contra las comunidades originarias. indybay.org Argentina: Basta Ya de violencia contra las comunidades originarias. | NO al saqueo y la represión!
(2026-08-26). Thursday 9/3: Solidarity Presence in the West Bank: Report back. indybay.org Private home: 1925 Hudson St, El Cerrito, CA 94530, United States…
(2026-08-26). Water crisis makes life in Sudan's El Obeid refugee camps even worse. aljazeera.com Families displaced by war in Sudan's El Obeid refugee camps face crippling water shortages.
(2026-08-25). Another Irish protest win as hotel cancels Israeli tech event. thecanary.co 
Following on soon after activists successfully got a Peter Thiel-led conference cancelled at a Wicklow hotel, campaigners have pushed another Irish venue to shut down a genocide-linked event. The Beckett Locke hotel had been set to host 'Israeli' cybersecurity firm Check Point Software. However, Dublin-based activists at Your Tech Their Deaths (YTTD) got wind of […] | By
(2026-08-25). Paramount launches witch-hunt against actor Mark Ruffalo for opposing Gaza genocide. wsws.org Actor Mark Ruffalo issued a powerful statement in response to the efforts of Paramount Skydance to slander him as an antisemite for publicly denouncing the Ellisons' support for Israeli genocide and the media monopoly's merger with Warner Brothers Discovery as a threat to freedom of expression and the jobs of entertainment workers.
(2026-08-25). No coming back from genocide: Israel's global counter-offensive has begun. peoplesworld.org 
Colombia's decision to recognize Israeli sovereignty over the occupied Syrian Golan Heights marks a dangerous turning point. By becoming only the second country in the world—after the United States—to endorse Israel's illegal annexation of Syrian territory, Bogotá has signaled a complete reversal of Gustavo Petro's foreign policy under new far-right President Abelardo de la Espriella. …
(2026-08-25). Guilt, grief and strength: Gaza's 'sole survivor' children face life alone. mronline.org 
Thousands of children who lost their families in Israeli strikes navigate grief, trauma and adulthood with little support.
(2026-08-25). Israeli airstrike destroys Gaza warehouse, burying food aid for malnourished children and pregnant women under rubble. thecanary.co 
An Israeli military strike targeting a nearby building has destroyed a warehouse storing nutrition supplies intended for children, pregnant women and breastfeeding mothers in Gaza. The strike happened overnight (24-25 August) in Deir Al Balah, central Gaza. The force of the explosion caused large sections of the building to collapse, including the roof and walls, […] | By
(2026-08-25). Headlines for August 25, 2026. democracynow.org SOUTHCOM Resumes Bombing Boats Accused of Drug Smuggling, China Calls on U.S. to "Act Rationally" as Bessent Threatens Secondary Sanctions on Iran's Partners, Supreme Court Sides with Trump over Limits to Mail-In Voting, Trump Threatens Even More Tariffs on Canada, Deepening Trade War, Israel Bombs Gaza Water Desalination Plant, Mosque and Tents, Killing 7, Including Children, Montreal City Council Passes Watered-Down Palestine Resolution That Doesn't Halt Ties with Israel, Heavily Armed Gang Kills Dozens in Overnight Raid in Haiti, Trump Administration Announces Plans to Revoke Visas of A…
(2026-08-25). Democracy Now! 2026-08-25 Tuesday. democracynow.org Headlines for August 25, 2026; U.S. Threatens New Economic War on Iran by Targeting China & Tehran's Other Top Trading Partners; Illinois Is a Sanctuary State, But Cops & Prosecutors Still Secretly Work with ICE: Injustice Watch; Meet Prairieland Protester Autumn Hill: How Her "Act of Solidarity" Became a 50-Year Prison Sentence | Headlines for August 25, 2026; U.S. Threatens New Economic War on Iran by Targeting China & Tehran's Other Top Trading Partners; Illinois Is a Sanctuary State, But Cops & Prosecutors Still Secretly Work with ICE: Injustice Watch; Meet Prairieland Protester Autumn H…
(2026-08-25). Houthi warning shakes Trump's Arab allies? 'Join US economic war on Iran and pay the price…'. hindustantimes.com Yemen's Houthi movement has warned Middle Eastern states against helping enforce a renewed U.S. sanctions campaign against Iran, framing the measures as an "economic" and "psychological" war on the Iranian people. Houthi Deputy Foreign Minister Abdulwahid Abu Ras said regional governments should not become instruments for what the group calls unjust U.S. pressure on Tehran. The warning follows Iran's own threat to treat countries that assist Washington's sanctions effort as enemies, amid U.S. plans to target Iran's oil, shipping, aviation, technology, gold and digital-asset revenue channels. No specific Houthi mi…
(2026-08-25). We're Half a Year Into Trump's War on Iran. Congress Has Tools to End It. truthout.org The U.S.-Israeli war on Iran is entering its seventh month after a series of attempts at diplomatic negotiations moderated by Pakistan and other countries in the region. The U.S has embroiled itself in a conflict without a clear exit strategy, and Iran has shown no interest in bending under President Donald Trump's pressure. As Washington and Tehran continue this agonizing yo-yo of threats… |
(2026-08-25). Trump administration: Kennedy Center may be demolished if repairs not made. aljazeera.com Department of Justice lawyers told a federal judge the venue 'cannot survive' without the US president's help.
(2026-08-25). Revealed: the insiders who filibustered the 'Zionism is Racism' motion at the Green Party conference. thecanary.co 
In April this year, the much-heralded motion to the Green Party conference, which promised to turn it into the first mainstream political party openly committed to anti-Zionism, appeared in the conference order of business. But in the end, to the frustration of very probably an absolute majority of delegates, the motion was not put to […] | By
(2026-08-25). Cuban foreign minister denounces discrimination against migrants in the United States. radiohc.cu Cuban Foreign Minister Bruno Rodríguez has denounced that many Cubans who have emigrated to the United State are victims of the habitual and growing discriminatory treatment suffered by newcomers. | ´This reality is compounded by the betrayal of anti-Cuban politicians who have historically manipulated emigration for political ends and then abandon to their fate those they encouraged to migrate with promises of success and protection, in the face of fierce anti-immigrant repression policies. ª | In January of this year, the United Nations High Commissioner for Human Rights, Volker Tàºrk, condemned…
(2026-08-25). Cuba condemns recent extension of Washington's blockade. radiohc.cu Cuban Foreign Minister Bruno Rodríguez on Tuesday condemned the one-year extension of the economic, commercial, and financial blockade imposed by the United States on the island. | On social media, Rodríguez described the blockade as a genocidal policy that has been maintained against our people for more than six decades and emphasized that Cuba is not a threat, but the blockade is. | "The renewal of the so-called Trading with the Enemy Act until September 2027 is not a minor administrative act, but rather confirmation that Washington persists in its aim to suffocate an entire nation." | The top Cuban diplomat al…
(2026-08-25). United Nations: Cuba denounces the genocidal nature of U.S. blockade. radiohc.cu Cuba reaffirmed its firm commitment to the mandate of the United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA) and to the implementation of the 2026-2030 Country Program during the Second Ordinary Session of the UNDP/UNFPA/UNOPS Executive Board. | Cuba's Deputy Permanent Representative to the United Nations, Ambassador Daylenis Moreno Guerra, highlighted national progress in sexual and reproductive rights and the protection of women, girls and adolescents. | The Cuban diplomat warned that preserving this progress requires extraordinary efforts in the face of the United States' multidimensional war against Cuba, which combines…
(2026-08-25). Cuba prepares for beginning of school year under difficult conditions. radiohc.cu Cuba is finalizing details for the start of the 2026-2027 school year amidst the difficult conditions the country is currently facing due to the tightening of the US blockade and the energy embargo. | Minister of Education Naima Trujillo stated that the school year, which begins on September 1st, will be very complex, but with the active participation of teachers and the support of various sectors of society, families, and communities, the entire process can be managed effectively. | In a meeting with education officials in the eastern province of Las Tunas, the minister emphasized that a school calendar is being…
(2026-08-25). Termoeléctrica de Felton, en el oriente de Cuba, sincronizó con el SEN. radiohc.cu La Central Termoeléctrica 'Lidio Ramón Pérez', de Felton, en la oriental provincia cubana de Holguín sincronizó de nuevo con el Sistema Eléctrico Nacional (SEN) tras la corrección de un salidero en el tubo cinco de la pared trasera del domo, fisura que obligó a detener el bloque uno desde el pasado martes. | El director técnico de la instalación, Víctor Hugo González Quiala, declaró al periodista Emilio Rodríguez Pupo, de Radio Mayarí, que los trabajos en el domo resultaron los más complejos de la ruta crítica y que, tras la prueba hidráulica prevista para el domingo, debieron subsanar otro salidero en la caldera…
(2026-08-25). Moinelo lanza 9 entradas sin permitir carreras. cubadebate.cu El zurdo cubano Liván Moinelo se apuntó su tercera victoria de la presente temporada en la NPB con otra apertura de altos kilates.En el triunfo 9×0 de los Halcones de Soft Bank sobre Chiba Lotte, el pinareño lanzó por espacio de nueve entradas…
(2026-08-25). Se reúne Díaz-Canel con representantes del sector privado cubano. cubadebate.cu El Presidente Miguel Díaz-Canel Bermúdez se reunió con representantes del sector privado en Cuba, contacto que, según explicó, será constante con el sistema empresarial cubano, que es uno solo e incluye a las formas estatales y no estatales. El Jefe de Estado abogó por aumentar en el país la producción de alimentos, bienes y servicios; por reducir los costos improductivos y la dependencia de las importaciones de productos acabados.
(2026-08-25). La cienfueguera Obdulia una vida dedicada a la Federación de Mujeres Cubanas. radiohc.cu øQuién No conoce a Obdulia Acea Casanova? De 70 años de edad, nacida y criada en el poblado de Rodas ubicado en la provincia cubana de Cienfuegos y donde todos saludan al caminar por sus calles a esta representante de la Federación de Mujeres Cubanas, siempre en combate, de Patria o Muerte. | La cienfueguera confiesa con orgullo, que 40 años de su vida los ha dedicado a la FMC, organización que arribó este 23 de agosto, al 66 aniversario de constituida por el invicto Comandante en Jefe, Fidel Castro y la eterna Presidenta, Vilma Espín. | Fue Secretaria General del Comité Municipal de la Federación de Muje…
(2026-08-25). Fallece a los 80 años la leyenda de la música country, Dolly Parton. cubadebate.cu La música no volverá a ser nunca igual sin Dolly Parton, icono intergeneracional que ha puesto la banda sonora a miles de historias. La voz de la reina del country se ha apagado para siempre a los 80 años tras una enfermedad que nunca le quitó las ganas de seguir adelante.
(2026-08-25). Cardiocentro Pediátrico de Cuba celebra su aniversario 40. radiohc.cu El secretario de Organización del Comité Central del Partido Comunista de Cuba, Roberto Morales Ojeda recordó este martes el aniversario 40 de la fundación del Cardiocentro Infantil 'William Soler', de La Habana. | En su cuenta en la red social X, el alto dirigente señaló: Nos enorgullece el enorme esfuerzo de la Revolución por atender y sanar a nuestros niños. Igualmente nos indigna la pérfida intención del gobierno de EEUU de hacerles el mayor daño posible". | El 25 de agosto de 1986 fue creada dicha institución, referencia nacional de la Cardiología y la Cirugía Cardiovascular Pediátrica, siendo el centro recto…
(2026-08-25). Does "How to Sell a Genocide" (Gaza) have a Place in Public Libraries? juancole.com Sydney's Waverley Council, which includes Bondi Beach within its boundaries, has
(2026-08-25). Netherlands to skip Eurovision, says contest 'no longer' neutral over Gaza war. geo.tv The Eurovision Song Contest 2026 logo, on the day of a press conference in front of the Stadthalle, in Vienna, Austria, April 9, 2026. — Reuters
(2026-08-25). Venezuela: Presentan balance de la recuperación a dos meses del doblete sísmico. radiohc.cu La presidenta encargada de Venezuela, Delcy Rodríguez presentó este lunes un balance integral de las labores de atención social y reconstrucción, a dos meses de los devastadores terremotos de magnitud 7,2 y 7,5 registrados el pasado 24 de junio. | En una alocución dirigida a todo el país detalló que mediante la ejecución del Plan Despeje Digno y Seguro, Venezuela retiró el 28% de los escombros en las zonas afectadas, lo que representa aproximadamente 580.000 toneladas despejadas bajo protocolos de resguardo ambiental. | Las acciones se implementaron con equipos locales, técnicos internacionales y especialistas de…
(2026-08-25). Barbados Prime Minister Arrives in Venezuela to Strengthen Bilateral Cooperation. orinocotribune.com On Monday, Barbados Prime Minister Mia Mottley arrived in Venezuela on an official visit to advance a broad agenda aimed at consolidating bilateral cooperation and the integration of the peoples of the Caribbean. | Upon her arrival at the Simón Bolívar International Airport in Maiquetía, La Guaira, Mottley was received with honors by high-ranking Venezuelan officials, beginning an official visit that transcends the frameworks of traditional diplomacy. | Among the highlights of her stay, a tour of the "Socialist Faith" socioproductive commune in the historic 23 de Enero parish in Caracas stands out. Mottley witnes…
(2026-08-25). People Against Genocide occupies Martin-Baker factory roof. thecanary.co 
At approximately 5am on 24 August, a group of activists from People Against Genocide (PAG) scaled the roof of the Martin-Baker factory at Lower Rd, Denham, Uxbridge. After occupying the roof, and shutting down the factory, they poured red paint and began damaging the factory. Martin-Baker specialises in aircraft ejection seats. It manufactures them for […] | By
(2026-08-25). Why Rohingya refugees are protesting in Cox's Bazar, 9 years after genocide. aljazeera.com Rohingya refugees face deep aid cuts in Bangladesh and forced evictions in Malaysia and India.
(2026-08-25). Sabalenka to compete in US Open mixed doubles. eng.belta.by World No. 1 Aryna Sabalenka of Belarus and Serbia's Novak Djokovic will | face Katerina Siniakova of the Czech Republic and Henry Patten of the UK | in their opening match.
(2026-08-25). What challenge do 'cockroach' protests pose for India's PM Modi? aljazeera.com Youth-led movement plans more demonstrations for next month.
(2026-08-25). Brest FEZ, Development Corporation of Irkutsk Oblast sign cooperation agreement. eng.belta.by The administration of the Brest Free Economic Zone has signed a cooperation agreement with the Development Corporation of Irkutsk Oblast, Russia.
(2026-08-24). China successfully launches 7 new satellites. ecns.cn China launched a Long March-6C carrier rocket on Tuesday at 11: 21 am Beijing Time from the Taiyuan Satellite Launch Center in north China's Shanxi Province, successfully sending seven satellites into the planned orbit.
(2026-08-24). China-Belarus Swift Eagle-2026 joint army training concluded. ecns.cn The Swift Eagle 2026 joint training for airborne troops from China and Belarus concluded on Monday at a training center of the Chinese PLA Air Force, according to the Ministry of National Defense.
(2026-08-25). Federer set for brief Ashe return. tribune.com.pk 
Roger Federer said Monday he is looking forward to this week's celebratory return to Arthur Ashe Stadium to play for the first time since his final US Open in 2019. | The exhibition Tuesday night during "fan week" ahead of Sunday's start of the tournament features doubles with former rivals Andy Roddick and Andre Agassi, along with John McEnroe, another giant of the sport. | The group collectively has won a dozen mens' singles titles at the US Open. | "It really gives me a true opportunity to say thank you," Federer said at a news conference Monday previewing the match and his upcoming induction to the Interna…
(2026-08-25). These women don't trust politicians. They do trust Candace Owens. nationofchange.org 
The 19th interviewed half a dozen of her listeners, after a Media Matters report found her platforms grew 80 percent between January 2025 and March 2026 to roughly 10.9 million new followers.
(2026-08-25). Emfuleni municipal officials appear in court for fraud and money laundering. sanews.gov.za Emfuleni municipal officials appear in court for fraud and money laundering | Seven Emfuleni Local Municipality employees have appeared in the Vanderbijlpark Magistrates' Court on charges of fraud, theft amounting to R150 000, money laundering and tampering with essential infrastructure, following their arrest over the weekend. | It is alleged that over a period of about two years, businesses and individuals who had their electricity disconnected due to arrears were approached by the accused to reconnect in exchange for payment. | "After receiving money from the complainants, they would allegedly unlawfully reco…
(2026-08-25). What is US military aircraft doing in Moscow? Speculation rife on possible US-Russia talks. ptcnews.tv PTC Web Desk: A US military aircraft landed at Moscow's Vnukovo Airport on Tuesday, raising questions about why an American military transport plane travelled to Russia at a time when relations between Washington and Moscow remain strained over the Ukraine war.Flight tracking data showed that the aircraft, believed to be a Boeing C-17 Globemaster III, flew from Riga in Latvia to Moscow. The aircraft was operating under callsign RCH4555 and carried registration 07-7181.According to flight tracking information, the plane left Riga at around 8: 50 am and reached Moscow shortly after 10 am. So far, there has been no…
(2026-08-24). China's service exports rise 17.6% in H1, travel services lead growth. ecns.cn China's service exports reached 1.5047 trillion yuan ($223.8 billion) in the first half of 2026, up 17.6% from a year earlier, according to data from the Ministry of Commerce.
(2026-08-25). Macpherson impressed with the Cape Flats Aquifer model. sanews.gov.za Macpherson impressed with the Cape Flats Aquifer model | Public Works and Infrastructure Minister Dean Macpherson says the Cape Flats Aquifer Recharge Project is an innovation he wants other municipalities to replicate. | The Minister said this while on a site visit to the project on the sidelines of the Sustainable Infrastructure Development Symposium South Africa (SIDSSA) 2026. ⚪ "It's groundbreaking what they are doing here and very impressive, and it's about focusing budgets on infrastructure," he said. ⚪ The project was commissioned in response to the Cape Town water crisis. | The water treatment plant loc…
(2026-08-25). 'We can't breathe': Indonesians battle wildfire haze. aljazeera.com Wildfires are raging across Indonesia, affecting at least 10 provinces and blanketing communities in hazardous haze.
(2026-08-25). Nigeria launches operation to rescue 600 kidnapped victims. aljazeera.com Nigerian President Bola Ahmed Tinubu announced a rescue operation on Tuesday for victims of 600-person mass abduction.
(2026-08-25). Communists of U.S., Britain, and Australia condemn AUKUS. peoplesworld.org 
HAVANA—On the sidelines of the 24th International Meeting of Communist and Workers' Parties, held in Havana in early August, representatives of the Communist Party USA, the Communist Party of Britain, and the Communist Party of Australia sat down together and emerged with a three-nation demand: Scrap the AUKUS nuclear submarine pact. The trilateral meeting, the …
(2026-08-24). China launches probe into use of formaldehyde to preserve cabbages. ecns.cn Chinese authorities have launched a nationwide investigation into reports that formaldehyde was being used to prolong the shelf life of cabbages intended for human consumption.
(2026-08-25). Beau Greaves is back with a bang after absence. thecanary.co 
Beau Greaves returned to the PDC Women's Series on Sunday 22 August and immediately re‚Äëestablished her dominance. Producing back‚Äëto‚Äëback title wins to move within touching distance of her 60th crown on the circuit. After missing Saturday's action, the Doncaster star arrived at the Matiolli Arena, Leicester with trademark precision. Bringing control and scoring power, collecting […] | By
(2026-08-25). CPUSA talks world politics with Iraqi journal. cpusa.org 
An Interview with Eric Brooks, Member of the CPUSA National Board conducted by Soran Kahtan. This originally Al-Thakafa Al-Jadeda: There were significant changes in the domestic and foreign policies of the U.S., especially since Trump's second presidency. These changes were reflected in the shifts and transformations…
(2026-08-25). Bird of Year 2027 named in Belarus. eng.belta.by The voting for the Bird of the Year 2027 has concluded. Participants | could vote online for one of four candidates, with a total of 4,172 | votes cast.
(2026-08-25). Hawk Fire threatens Reno, Nevada, forcing tens of thousands to evacuate. wsws.org The human-caused wildfire has burned more than 15,000 acres, destroyed at least 32 homes and injured seven people as extreme heat grips much of the western United States.
(2026-08-24). Students begin new semester at three rebuilt schools in Xizang's Dingri. ecns.cn Three primary schools rebuilt after last year's 6.8-magnitude earthquake in Dingri County, Xigaze, southwest China's Xizang Autonomous Region, welcomed students Monday as the autumn semester began.
(2026-08-25). Dolly Parton, beloved US country music icon, dies at 80. aljazeera.com Parton won worldwide acclaim for her songwriting, colorful public persona, and reputation for warmth and generosity.
(2026-08-25). New Zealand intelligence report accuses China of spying "at scale" wsws.org Annual reports by the Security Intelligence Service have become increasingly bellicose in their anti-China denunciations.
(2026-08-25). Belarus' National Bank lowers standard risk calculation rates for September. eng.belta.by The standard risk rate for new investment loans extended to legal | entities (excluding preferential loans) will decrease from 10.69% to | 10.45% per annum. For new loans extended to legal entities (excluding | preferential and investment loans), the rate will drop from 12% to…
(2026-08-25). Houthis Prosecute UN, Civil Society Staff in Yemen. hrw.org Click to expand Image | The UN special envoy for Yemen, Hans Grundberg, meets with local officials in Taizz, Yemen, February 12, 2024. | (C) 2024 Ahmad Al-Basha/AFP via Getty Images | Houthi authorities transferred at least six detainees to the Specialized Criminal Prosecution in Sanaa on August 23. Among them is a United Nations employee, a UN consultant, and three people who worked with international and local nongovernmental organizations.It's the latest move in the Houthis' campaign of arbitrary detention and enforced disappearances of dozens of UN staff and employees of Yemeni and international civil soci…
(2026-08-25). US SOUTHCOM Resumes Extrajudicial Killings After 63-Day Pause, Death Toll Reaches 211. orinocotribune.com Caracas ( SOUTHCOM announced the attack through social media, claiming that its forces targeted a "low-profile vessel" allegedly traveling along a drug-trafficking route. It provided no names, nationalities…
(2026-08-25). Philly tenant unions have quadrupled since the pandemic — and their political power is growing. whyy.org 
Have a question about Philly's neighborhoods or the systems that shape them? PlanPhilly reporters want to hear from you! On a humid weekday in early August, a couple dozen tenants filed through the glass front doors of a corner office building on Spring Garden Street to deliver a petition and a stark message to New Age Realty Group, the landlord for Florence Gardens Apartments in West Philadelphia. | Minutes later, the company's property manager, Eric Hanson, emerged from a back room to face the peaceful group, now stuf…
(2026-08-25). Reform councillor arrested over Bradford pub brawl. thecanary.co 
It's been reported that Reform UK councillor Jason Mark Townend was arrested following a pub brawl involving several men and women. The police have subsequently released Townend without charge, although he remains on police bail. Reform UK confirms councillor arrested after pub — Reform UK Exposed üá¨üáß (@reformexposed) August 24, 2026 Incident that led […] | By
(2026-08-25). Prairieland Protester: I'm Absolutely Being Imprisoned for a Political Agenda. truthout.org "I'm absolutely being imprisoned for a political agenda," activist Autumn Hill tells Democracy Now! in a phone call from Texas's Johnson County Correctional Facility, where the 30-year-old trans woman is serving a 50-year prison sentence for protesting outside the Prairieland ICE jail last July. Hill is one of nine protesters convicted of terrorism-related charges after federal prosecutors accused… |
(2026-08-25). Gold Firm That Employs Nigel Farage Predicts Unrest and Violence Under a Reform Government. bylinetimes.com It's a video that will leave some viewers deeply worried. "It's becoming increasingly difficult to imagine Britain getting through the next few years without a rise in political violence." | It goes on: "If a Reform government pushes through its agenda, resistance from those ideologically opposed to that direction could severely undermine national stability." | If this doesn't sound like a ringing endorsement for Nigel Farage's party, it's not meant to be, of course. It's a promotional video to sell gold bullion. Gold-movers often benefit from fears over the state of the economy and the wider nation. | What ma…
(2026-08-25). SANParks announces dates for free access at national parks. sanews.gov.za SANParks announces dates for free access at national parks | The South African National Parks (SANParks) has announced the dates during which day visitors can gain free access to participating national parks. | The 21st annual SA National Parks Week is set to take place from 7 to 13 September 2026. However, for Kruger National Park, West Coast National Park and Augrabies Falls National Park – free access will be from Monday 7 to Friday 11 September 2026 only and excludes the weekend. | "This highly anticipated South African National Parks (SANParks) campaign opens the gates of participating national parks to…
(2026-08-25). Ukraine intensifies religious persecution. infobrics.org The Orthodox Church is one of the main targets of the Kiev regime.
(2026-08-25). Tottenham sign Brazilian winger Savinho from Manchester City. aljazeera.com Savinho's arrival, which comes in a busy transfer window for Spurs, takes their spending past $400m.
(2026-08-25). Illinois Is a Sanctuary State, But Cops & Prosecutors Still Secretly Work with ICE: Injustice Watch. democracynow.org 
We speak to journalist Aura Bogado, whose new investigation into Illinois law enforcement and prosecutorial collaboration with ICE has revealed that dozens of immigrants have been arrested and deported with the help of local officials in violation of the state's sanctuary law. "Those are 150 individuals whose lives were very often changed, communities completely split apart," says Bogado about her reporting. She further explains that while "there are constitutional rights for everybody, that [are] afforded to every person, … those rights are suspended in the immigration context. The bar…
(2026-08-25). 40 Democrats Demand Israel Free Sami Safi, US Citizen Detained Without Charges. truthout.org Dozens of Democrats from both chambers of Congress are demanding the release of U.S. citizen Sami Safi from Israeli prison, where officials have held her for nearly two months without charges. The Democrats, led by Rep. Rashida Tlaib (D-Michigan), raised concern over doctors' assessments that Safi is at risk of "irreversible and life-threatening damage to her internal organs" in Israeli… |
(2026-08-25). This Week in People's History, Aug 26-Sep 1, 2026. portside.org This Week in People's History, Aug 26-Sep 1, 2026 |
(2026-08-25). Lukashenko: Belarus is honored to cooperate with Russia. eng.belta.by Belarus considers it an honor to cooperate with Russia, Belarusian | President Aleksandr Lukashenko said as he met with Russian First Deputy | Prime Minister Denis Manturov on 25 August.
(2026-08-25). Ukraine's Newest USV Is A Super Sized Mothership Packed With Anti-Drone Interceptors. twz.com 
(2026-08-25). Radioactive waste contamination in western New York neighborhood. wsws.org Toxic contamination was first identified nearly 50 years ago but a concerted effort at delineation and cleanup has only recently been undertaken.
(2026-08-25). "These greedy oligarchs toss lint at the locals" : Anger mounts over storm response in Gary, Indiana and the Calumet region. wsws.org Nearly two weeks after a derecho devastated northwest Indiana and Chicago's southern suburbs, working class residents described prolonged outages, mounting expenses and abandonment by the government and major corporations.
(2026-08-25). Reform's new housing policy is a regressive, racist fantasy. Why wouldn't it be? thecanary.co 
Reform UK has published its new policy for affordable housing in the UK — and it's somehow even more racist than we've come to expect. It victimises homeless people, disabled people and settled migrants, all in the name of elevating a reactionary vision of young, working, British families popping out British babies. Invoking social housing's […] | By
(2026-08-25). Rwanda accuses DR Congo of supporting an armed group on its soil. aljazeera.com Rwanda says FDLR threat justifies its continued involvement in eastern DRC, as efforts to verify a ceasefire advance.
(2026-08-24). Wuhan officer's patented restraint blanket wraps 90-kg man in 3 seconds. ecns.cn Police in Wuhan, central China's Hubei Province, recently used a portable stab‚Äëresistant restraint blanket to subdue a 90‚Äëkilogram intoxicated man in just three seconds, bringing him under control swiftly…
(2026-08-25). FM Dar discusses bilateral ties, regional developments in call with Turkish counterpart. tribune.com.pk 
Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar discussed bilateral ties and regional developments during a telephone conversation with his Turkish counterpart, Hakan Fidan, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MoFA) said on Tuesday. | According to a statement issued by the MoFA, the discussions focused on bilateral relations, regional developments and other matters of mutual interest. | "The two ministers also discussed the upcoming meeting of the Regional Four (R4) Foreign Ministers and other forthcoming multilateral engagements. They agreed to remain in close contact," it said. | Deputy Prime Minister/Fore…
(2026-08-25). SCOTUS Lifts an Injunction on Trump's Mailed Ballot Rules, But Hurdles Remain. truthout.org The US Supreme Court on Monday cleared the way for the Trump administration to proceed with sweeping new restrictions on mail-in voting, removing a major legal obstacle just weeks before states begin sending ballots for the 2026 midterm elections and prompting two of the high court's liberal justices to warn that the ruling will sow "chaos and uncertainty." Contrary to social media posts from… |
(2026-08-25). Belarus to hold military drills for reservists in three districts. eng.belta.by The drills will involve the intake and comprehensive support of | territorial troop reservists, as well as the refreshing of commanders' | skills in managing subordinates.
(2026-08-25). Bangladesh interested in joining Makkah Defence pact: official. tribune.com.pk 
Bangladesh has expressed interest in joining the Makkah Joint Defence Agreement among Saudi Arabia, Pakistan and Türkiye, a top diplomat said on Monday. | "We have expressed our interest in the Makkah Defence pact … Bangladesh is now a country of recognition. The partners in West Asia (Middle East), the partners in the Muslim world around the globe are now inviting the leadership of Bangladesh, especially the leadership of Prime Minister Tarique Rahman, to be with them in many places," said Humayun Kobir, who was appointed as state minister for foreign affairs last week. | "If there is one (agreement) i…
(2026-08-25). Bangladesh interested in joining Makkah Defense pact: official. tribune.com.pk Bangladesh has expressed interest in joining the Makkah Joint Defence Agreement among Saudi Arabia, Pakistan and Türkiye, a top diplomat said on Monday. | "We have expressed our interest in the Makkah Defence pact … Bangladesh is now a country of recognition. The partners in West Asia (Middle East), the partners in the Muslim world around the globe are now inviting the leadership of Bangladesh, especially the leadership of Prime Minister Tarique Rahman, to be with them in many places," said Humayun Kobir, who was appointed as state minister for foreign affairs last week. | "If there is one (agreement) i…
(2026-08-25). Is AIPAC's political standing declining in the US? aljazeera.com The powerful pro-Israeli lobby group is increasingly becoming liability for both the progressive and the right wing.
(2026-08-25). US likely to cancel 2 lakh business, tourism visas in mass revocation move. ptcnews.tv PTC News Desk: The Donald Trump administration is planning to cancel the business and tourist visas of up to 200,000 foreigners who have applied for or are currently seeking asylum in the US, according to US State Department documents seen by The Associated Press and two US officials. | If implemented, the move would be the largest mass visa cancellation in US history and could face legal challenges. The State Department is expected to announce the move in the coming weeks. It would target B1 and B2 visas issued between 2016 and 2026 to people who have sought or are seeking asylum. The plan is being carried out…
(2026-08-25). IL Promised to Protect Immigrants. Local Officials Helped Deport Them Anyway. truthout.org Minutes after Riverton police officer Brad Herzog ran 31-year-old Daniel Torrez Perez's name through a law enforcement database one night in April 2025, his phone rang. It was the FBI. "Every bell and whistle went off," said Jack Griffin, the agent on the other end of the line. Herzog had pulled Torrez over for going 15 miles above the speed limit on a rural two-lane highway just… |
(2026-08-25). Lukashenko announces plans to meet with president, prime minister of Russia. eng.belta.by I will meet with the Russian prime minister in the near future. I will also meet with the president of Russia to discuss the issues that we will not be able to agree upon [with the first deputy prime minister], the Belarusian president noted.
(2026-08-25). Scots agree with Murray's no-referendum independence proposal. thecanary.co 
Author — and former UK ambassador — Craig Murray put forward a plan in late July 2026 to make Scotland independent of its blighted southern neighbour. Without the Scottish independence referendum that London's controlling government continues to refuse it. And it seems many Scots like the plan — and so, it seems, does much of […] | By
(2026-08-25). How much sleep do I need? Why you can forget the eight-hour rule. nationofchange.org Eight hours isn't necessarily the magic number for sleep. Your age, body clock and individual needs all matter.
(2026-08-25). Belarus, Russia discuss Innoprom exhibition, industrial cooperation. eng.belta.by Belarusian Prime Minister Aleksandr Turchin held a meeting with First Deputy Prime Minister Denis Manturov of Russia in Minsk on 25 August.
(2026-08-25). No buffer zone, no outside rule: Kremlin crushes Zelensky's Donbas settlement proposal | Watch, Putin. hindustantimes.com Russia and Ukraine traded sharply contrasting messages over the future of the war, with Kremlin spokesperson Dmitry Peskov rejecting any proposal for third-party administration of Donbas and insisting the region is part of Russia. Peskov also criticised Western leaders, accusing them of prolonging the conflict and saying Russia remains open to a peaceful settlement while continuing its military operation. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky, meanwhile, said Ukraine would not give up Donbas and urged Europe, the US and other partners to provide Kyiv with the support needed to end the war. Zelensky also called f…
(2026-08-25). What to expect in elections in South Carolina, Georgia and Oklahoma. aljazeera.com These special and run-off elections will continue setting the stage for November's midterm elections.
(2026-08-25). Economist: De-dollarization became sustainable, long-term trend in Belarus. eng.belta.by Yulia Abukhovich noted that the ruble's share in broad money hit 68.6% | in August 2026, compared to 63.3% in 2025, whereas retail term deposits | in the national currency surged by a record 40.3% year-on-year.
(2026-08-25). Israeli forces raid UNRWA training centre in occupied East Jerusalem. aljazeera.com The forces raided and seized the Qalandiya Training Centre, a key facility operated by the UNRWA.
(2026-08-24). Chinese shop owner who helped elderly man receives about $3,000 after being sued. ecns.cn In central China's Hunan Province, a shop owner who was sued by the family of an elderly man she tried to help has received 20,000 yuan ($2,975) in financial support on Monday, following a dispute that drew public attention to the risks of helping strangers.
(2026-08-25). Tehran's brutal 20-generation warning to Trump: Iran vows to make any enemy taste 'bitter failure'. hindustantimes.com Iranian Army chief Amir Hatami has issued a defiant warning to Washington, declaring that Tehran will not surrender territory or accept attempts to redraw the region's map. His remarks come as Trump tightens economic pressure on Iran, raising fresh questions over how far Tehran is prepared to go in resisting U.S. demands.
(2026-08-25). Ukraine Situation Report: Russia To Seize Commercial Infrastructure Left Unprotected From Drones. twz.com 
(2026-08-24). Xiamen launches investigation into disinfection firm accused of using toxic pesticide at restaurants. ecns.cn Authorities in Xiamen City, Fujian Province, have launched an investigation into a local disinfection company accused of using a highly toxic pesticide to disinfect popular chain restaurants.
(2026-08-25). Workers Struggles: The Americas. wsws.org Some 4,500 San Jose city workers across multiple unions have given strike authorization, while Vermont Medical Center workers fight for safe staffing, benefits and wages.
(2026-08-25). ACORN members take action to highlight the cost of living crisis. thecanary.co 
On 20 August, hundreds of ACORN members across England and Wales took action to highlight the cost of living crisis. They were taking the fight directly to the companies which profit from unaffordability. ACORN is a renters union which takes action to protect people from eviction and campaigns against the causes of unaffordable housing. ACORN […] | By
(2026-08-25). UEFA warns Infantino: either step down or face a challenger in the FIFA elections. thecanary.co 
The president of the Union of European Football Associations (UEFA), Slovenian Aleksander ƒåeferin, issued a direct warning to the President of the International Federation of Association Football (FIFA), the Swiss Gianni Infantino, stating that the latter may face a challenger in the FIFA presidential election scheduled for March 2027, amid mounting pressure on him due […] | By
(2026-08-25). Lukashenko, Manturov review joint Belarus-Russia Osvey aircraft project. eng.belta.by "As you know, we already service various | aircraft, so we aren't starting from the ground up. With the help of the | Russians, we could master a new industrial sector," the head of state | said.
(2026-08-25). Recreation, Conservation Groups Unite Against Forest Service Travel Rule Rollback. commondreams.org The U.S. Department of Agriculture recently
(2026-08-25). Brazil fines TikTok $30m for child data privacy violations. aljazeera.com Owner ByteDance ordered to erase illegally obtained child data in Brazil as crackdown on tech giants intensifies.
(2026-08-25). Keshia Golden, Who Said She Killed Boyfriend in Self-Defense, Accepts Plea deal. capitalbnews.org 
This story was originally reported by Jasmine Mithani of The 19th. Content warning: This story references incidents of domestic violence. Keshia Golden, a Black mother and survivor of domestic violence who says she accidentally killed her boyfriend in self-defense, accepted a plea deal for involuntary manslaughter that would allow her to avoid jail time. She …
(2026-08-25). RNZ tops trust survey, lifts radio and digital audiences. asiapacificreport.nz RNZ Larger audiences across radio and digital platforms have combined with stronger trust in RNZ than other outlets, new data suggest. RNZ's results in the closely watched GfK radio survey were released on Tuesday morning. After a fall in the first survey of the year, RNZ National bounced back up to 509,200 listeners. Commercial talk…
(2026-08-25). No job even after master's degree in US: Hyderabad youth dies by suicide, had moved Texas in 2024. ptcnews.tv PTC Web Desk: A Hyderabad youth who moved to the United States for higher studies in 2024 has allegedly died by suicide in San Antonio, Texas, after months of struggling to find employment.Sai Pradee | No job even after master's degree in US: Hyderabad youth dies by suicide, had moved Texas in 2024…
(2026-08-25). Net zero grid upgrade costs spiralling out of control. wattsupwiththat.com Remember as well that this £70 billion is just the first tranche of grid upgrades necessary for Net Zero. NESO have already stated that another £89 billion will need to be spent "beyond" 2030.
(2026-08-25). Belarus' Arol, Hureyeva win mixed relay silver at Modern Pentathlon Worlds. eng.belta.by The Belarusian duo entered the final discipline in fifth place but made a | stellar late comeback to finish second, beating the Hungarian pair of | Zsombor Tarkanyi and Blanka Guzi by a mere two seconds.
(2026-08-25). PM forms high-level committee to steer Pak-Iran gas pipeline out of arbitration impasse, NA told. tribune.com.pk 
Petroleum Minister Ali Pervaiz Malik told the Senate on Tuesday that Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif had constituted a high-level committee to work out a mutually acceptable solution to the long-stalled Pak-Iran gas pipeline project, balancing Pakistan's potential financial liability arising from arbitration with its future energy requirements, | Responding to a calling attention notice moved by Senator Talha Mahmood, the minister said the committee was examining the legal, financial and energy dimensions of the project to determine a way forward in Pakistan's national interest. | He said Iran was a "brotherly c…
(2026-08-25). Carse dropped from England squad. tribune.com.pk 
Brydon Carse has been withdrawn from the second Test against Pakistan, while an incident outside a nightclub is investigated by the Cricket Regulator, in the latest off-field setback for England. | Videos on social media appeared to show fast bowler Carse in handcuffs, being led away by four police officers following an incident at a nightclub in Derby, central England, on Saturday. | "Following a referral from the ECB, the Cricket Regulator have confirmed that they will investigate events on Saturday night in Derby," the England and Wales Cricket Board said in a statement. | "Brydon Carse will no longer be av…
(2026-08-25). Australia crush Bangladesh inside just two days. thecanary.co 
Australia needed a statement after their defeat in the first Test. They delivered one with ruthless clarity, hammering Bangladesh by an innings inside two days to square the series. A performance built on pace, discipline and a refusal to let the hosts breathe turned the contest into a short, sharp demolition, restoring order after Bangladesh's […] | By
(2026-08-25). Labour announces £10bn for affordable housing — but there's some confusion… thecanary.co 
On 24 August, the Labour Party announced the allocation of nearly £10bn in government funding to build social housing and affordable homes across England over the next decade. It adds to the £6bn already assigned to similar developments in London. The areas set to receive a share are predominantly Northern, consisting of Greater Manchester, Liverpool, […] | By
(2026-08-24). China National Tourist Office in Tokyo showcases Chinese tourism at Hokkaido travel fair. ecns.cn The China National Tourist Office in Tokyo promoted the Chinese cultural and tourism sector at the "World Tour Summer Fair 2026," held in Sapporo, Hokkaido, from Saturday to Sunday.
(2026-08-25). Two unvaccinated people die of measles in US state of Pennsylvania. aljazeera.com Experts warn that declining vaccination rates have opened the door for resurgence of disease once largely eradicated.
(2026-08-25). Karmelo Anthony Denied New Trial in Deadly Track Meet Stabbing. capitalbnews.org 
In the months since Karmelo Anthony's conviction in the murder of Austin Metcalf, his parents have spoken out against the verdict, details have emerged that weren't presented in his first trial, and a judge has denied his legal team's request for a new trial. The Texas case grabbed national attention, while a controversial Texas law …
(2026-08-25). Over 20 items planned for CIS Heads of Government Council meeting in Moscow. eng.belta.by "The main item on today's meeting of the CIS Plenipotentiaries Council | is the coordination of the agenda for the CIS Heads of Government | Council meeting, scheduled for December in Moscow. There is enough time | for coordination. Nevertheless, more than 20 items have already been put…
(2026-08-25). Delaware election 2026: These 3 Democrats are hoping to replace Treasurer Colleen Davis. whyy.org Three candidates will be facing off in the Democratic primary for Delaware state treasurer. Incumbent Treasurer Colleen C. Davis, who has served two terms, is not seeking reelection. | Investment manager The primary election winner will run against Republican
(2026-08-25). Joint Economic Committee Democrats put Trump's 2026 oil and gas stock gains at up to $15.5 million. nationofchange.org 
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(2026-08-25). USAF C-17 Makes Extremely Rare Visit To Moscow (Updated). twz.com 
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(2026-08-25). Burnham bottes it on nationalising Thames Water. thecanary.co 
Right now, the UK is perfectly positioned to end the never-ending nightmare that is privatised water. Many of these obviously corrupt companies are up to their eyeballs in debt; at the same time, their failure to maintain the water network has never been more apparent. In other words, we could renationalise these indebted companies — […] | By
(2026-08-25). John Deere workers reject 2-year contract extension. wsws.org Some 10,000 John Deere workers rejected a sellout contract extension Sunday, defying a UAW apparatus that tried to smother the 2027 contract fight before it could begin and joining a widening rank-and-file revolt across the auto industry.
(2026-08-24). Chinese university plans to allow students to bring pets to campus. ecns.cn A university in southwest China is planning to allow students to bring pets to campus, sparking debate over how such a policy could affect campus life and animal management.
(2026-08-25). A Federal Judge Is Examining the Justice Department's Case Against Don Lemon. capitalbnews.org 
Months after the arrest of journalist Don Lemon, a federal judge in Minnesota will probe whether grounds exist to toss the Justice Department's case against him. On Aug. 18, Minnesota federal Judge Laura Provinzino issued an order demanding the Justice Department provide her with a wide swath of grand jury materials related to Lemon and …
(2026-08-25). Digital ruble bill heads for second reading in Belarusian parliament. eng.belta.by The draft law on the digital Belarusian ruble was submitted to the House | of Representatives by the government during the third session. The | amendments will affect five codes and eight laws of Belarus.
(2026-08-25). Australian national debt hits $1 trillion as interest bill escalates. wsws.org The rise in interest rates contains the threat of a "doom loop" where more debt is incurred to pay the interest bill on past debt.
(2026-08-25). Proyecto de Desarrollo Local Pan pa ¥tí. Cuando el amor engendra la maravilla. radiohc.cu 
Porque sólo el amor engendra la maravilla y porque el amor también convierte en milagro el barro, a decir del poeta, estos tiempos duros requieren de mucha solidaridad y cariño, por eso hoy, cuando el país atraviesa por una de sus crisis más agudas, hay personas vulnerables que necesitan manos tendidas, definitivamente son gestos que merecen salir del anonimato y multiplicarse. | El Proyecto de Desarrollo Local Pan pa ¥tí en la calle Lorda de Santa Clara elabora panes y dulces de alta demanda en la capital provincial. Por idea de los dirigentes del Consejo Popular, junto a la iniciativa de Otto Orozco Rodrígu…
(2026-08-25). India dominate as Sri Lanka slip to 130-4. tribune.com.pk 
COLOMBO: Sri Lanka were 130-4 at lunch on day three of the second Test against India on Tuesday after Pasindu Sooriyabandara struck an unbeaten half-century to steady the hosts. | At the break Sooriyabandara was batting on 65 with Dhananjaya de Silva on four, with Sri Lanka trailing by 373 runs after India posted 503-9 declared in their first innings. | Resuming on their overnight score of 8-2, Sri Lanka were in early trouble when debutant Kamil Mishara (19) edged Prasidh Krishna behind to the wicketkeeper. | Sooriyabandara and Kamindu Mendis (32) fought back with an 87-run stand for the fourth wicket before M…
(2026-08-25). THIERRY MEYSSAN contredit l'Occident et prouve que l'AMÉRIQUE cède GPTV. thealtworld.com Le Proche-Orient traverse une zone de turbulences inédite. L'Axe de la Résistance, cette alliance regroupant l'Iran, le Hezbollah, le Hamas et les Houthis, semble se fissurer. Alors que la presse traite ces groupes comme un bloc monolithique, l'unité idéologique autour du projet de l'imam Khomeini s'évapore. La souveraineté de chaque acteur reprend le dessus sur la stratégie commune. | Le cas des Houthis au Yémen illustre cette rupture majeure. Bien que présentés comme des subordonnés de Téhéran, ils agissent désormais selon leurs propres intérêts. Tout porte à croire qu'ils refusent d'intervenir en mer Rouge pou…