(2026-07-22). New York City mayor calls Netanyahu 'war criminal,' urges US to enforce ICC arrest warrant. tribune.com.pk 
New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani called Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu a "war criminal" and urged the United States government to enforce an arrest warrant against him by the International Criminal Court (ICC) if he enters the US. | "Benjamin Netanyahu is a war criminal, the architect of a horrific genocide against the Palestinian people," Mamdani said in a video message Tuesday posted on the US social media platform X. | Benjamin Netanyahu is a war criminal. pic.twitter.com/YRezmW6YVx | — Mayor Zohran Kwame Mamdani (@NYCMayor) July 22, 2026 | He accused Netanyahu of being responsible for th…
(2026-07-22). William Lawrence Is Running in a Purple Michigan District — on His Pro-Palestine Credentials. theintercept.com 
In key swing districts across the country, Democratic Party leaders have backed centrist candidates with carefully calibrated positions on charged issues such as artificial intelligence and the Israeli-Palestinian conflict. | William Lawrence is running a very different campaign. | In a purple congressional district in Michigan, Lawrence, a co-founder of the progressive Sunrise Movement, is calling for a moratorium on new data centers and labeling Israel's war in Gaza a genocide. | The approach mirrors that of Michigan Democratic Senate candidate Abdul El-Sayed, who has endorsed Lawrence. | Both men are making…
(2026-07-22). Do Genocides Have An Ending?: A doctor's diary from Gaza. newarab.com 
Since 2023, much of what the world has seen on screens has been images of airstrikes and destruction. However, what has remained largely unseen is how Palestinians have endured these difficult conditions inside
(2026-07-22). Who enabled Israel's genocide? Norman Finkelstein answers. newarab.com 
Norman Finkelstein's latest book,
(2026-07-22). Don't Say Israel: Analyzing and Combating Censorship and Propaganda. projectcensored.org On this episode of the Project Censored Show, co-host Mickey Huff speaks with media scholar Robin Andersen about her latest book, The Complicit Lens: US Media's Coverage of Israel's Genocide in Gaza. They discuss the distortions in Western media coverage and the lack of journalistic ethics and accountability among the…
(2026-07-22). Trump: US will attack Iranian bridge, power plant for every ship targeted in Hormuz. al-monitor.com WASHINGTON, July 22 (Reuters) – President Donald Trump renewed his threats to attack Iranian infrastructure on Wednesday, saying the U.S. would attack a bridge or power planteach time Tehran targets a ship in the Strait of Hormuz."Any time the Islamic Republic of Iran shoots at a ship in the Strait of Hormuz, whether it be by Missile, Rocket, Drone, or any other device or weapon, the United States will bomb and destroy ONE BRIDGE OR POWER PLANT, including those located next to, or in, the Capital City of Tehran," Trump said in a post on Truth Social.
(2026-07-22). Gulf islands: targets in latest fight over Hormuz. al-monitor.com A US missile struck the Iranian island of Larak on Wednesday, the Tasnim news agency reported, in the latest attack to target the Islamic republic's islands in and around the Strait of Hormuz. | – Larak -…
(2026-07-22). After Trump's threat, Iran says no one will sell oil if Tehran can't, warns any attack will trigger 'powerful' response. tribune.com.pk 
Iran's Parliament Speaker and chief negotiator Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf said on Wednesday that the situation in the Strait of Hormuz would not return to its pre-war state, warning that no country in the region would be able to sell oil if Iran was prevented from doing so. | In a post on X, Ghalibaf said the conflict had become an "all or nothing" equation. | "In a region where we cannot sell oil, no one will sell oil," he warned. | Qalibaf also warned that if Iran's security was not guaranteed, "no infrastructure will remain secure". | He further argued that security in the Strait of Hormuz depended on the abs…
(2026-07-22). Amid supply chain crises, Trump administration targets occupied Western Sahara. peoplesworld.org 
Facing looming threats of a fertilizer shortage in the United States, the Trump administration issued a declaration on June 29 ordering a temporary suspension of tariffs on phosphate imports from Morocco. Prompted by the closure of the Strait of Hormuz, the Department of Agriculture (USDA) claims the move will reduce fertilizer prices by roughly 20%. …
(2026-07-22). Trump Threatens to Bomb Iranian Civilian Sites, Potential War Crimes. truthout.org In a Truth Social post Wednesday morning, President Donald Trump suggested that he would respond to Iranian attacks on ships in the Strait of Hormuz by bombing civilian infrastructure in Iran, which would constitute a war crime. "From this point forward, any time the Islamic Republic of Iran shoots at a ship in the Strait of Hormuz, whether it be by Missile, Rocket, Drone, or any other device… |
(2026-07-22). Trump Says Images of Bombed Iran School Could Be "AI" But Study Confirms U.S. Killed 140+ in Strike. democracynow.org 
On February 28, the first day of the U.S.-Israeli war on Iran, missiles landed on Shajareh Tayyebeh primary school in the Iranian city of Minab, in a civilian area near the Strait of Hormuz. At least 121 schoolchildren were killed along with 26 teachers. Forensic Architecture and Sky News analyzed the attack, finding that the neighborhood was bombed a second time while families and rescuers were still on the ground. The Trump administration has repeatedly refused to take responsibility for the school strike, with President Trump even suggesting that images of the destruction were AI-generated. | "There were…
(2026-07-22). A New Report Reveals Key Details About the US's Bombing of Minab School. truthout.org On February 28, the first day of the U.S.-Israeli war on Iran, missiles landed on Shajareh Tayyebeh primary school in the Iranian city of Minab, in a civilian area near the Strait of Hormuz. At least 121 schoolchildren were killed along with 26 teachers. Forensic Architecture and Sky News analyzed the attack, finding that the neighborhood was bombed a second time while families and rescuers were… |
(2026-07-22). Trump threatens Iran bridges, power as payback for Hormuz attacks. al-monitor.com US President Donald Trump threatened Wednesday to knock out one Iranian bridge or power plant in return for each attack on shipping in the Strait of Hormuz, warning he was "not finished" with a war that has already cost Washington $37.5 billion. | "Any time the Islamic Republic of Iran shoots at a ship in the Strait of Hormuz, whether it be by Missile, Rocket, Drone, or any other device or weapon, the United States will bomb and destroy ONE BRIDGE OR POWER PLANT," Trump wrote on social media, reiterating his longstanding threat to go after Iranian infrastructure.
(2026-07-22). Iran Warns US Strike on Nuclear Sites Would Trigger Region-Wide Retaliation. wibailoutpeople.org Iran warned that any US attack on its nuclear facilities would trigger strikes on American interests and allies across the region. Key Developments Iran warned that any US attack on its nuclear or other sensitive facilities would trigger a powerful regional response targeting American interests, as well as those of Washington's allies and supporters. Iran's …
(2026-07-22). After fresh troop deaths, Trump wants to resume peace talks with Iran? Marco Rubio's big update. hindustantimes.com After fresh U.S. troop deaths, Washington is signalling it wants to restart peace talks with Iran, even as strikes enter their 11th straight day. Secretary of State Marco Rubio blames Tehran for past failures but says America is still "ready to talk," while Trump threatens a massive hit on Iran's Pickaxe Mountain nuclear site.
(2026-07-22). US, China to hold AI talks in September, sources say. tribune.com.pk 
The United States and China will hold talks over AI in September, five people familiar with the matter told Reuters, as the rival superpowers grapple with how to mitigate the risks posed by each other's increasingly powerful frontier models. | The AI talks, a significant outcome of the Trump-Xi summit in May, will likely take place before Chinese President Xi Jinping's planned September 24 visit to the US, said the sources, who asked not to be named as the information is not public. The dates, however, have not been finalised, they said. | As economic, political and military rivals,…
(2026-07-22). "Alliance To Prevent A Great War" Conference: Final Declaration. unitedworldint.com 
The international conference entitled "The Alliance to Prevent a Great War," organized by the World Civilizations Initiative Research Center, was held at the Meyra Palace Hotel in Ankara on 18—19 July 2026. The conference, which featured presentations by speakers from Azerbaijan, Belarus, France, Germany, Greece, Iran, Italy, Japan, Russia, the Sahrawi Arab Democratic Republic, South …
(2026-07-22). US Troops Always Die For The US Alone. scheerpost.com Nate Bear Do Not Panic In the wake of the death of three American troops on a base in Jordan following a retaliatory attack by Iran, I've seen a lot of commentary online stating that they "died for Israel." This idea that Americans are dying for Israel has become an oft-repeated narrative since the US …
(2026-07-22). Iran Declares 'Dark Night' for US Radars, Strikes 3 Bases in Kuwait. orinocotribune.com The Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) reported that it has destroyed multiple US military radar and communications facilities in the region, while the Iranian Army reported drone strikes on three US bases in Kuwait in ongoing retaliation for US violations. | The announcements were made in a series of statements issued early Tuesday, July 21, describing the latest phases of the IRGC's Operation Nasr-1 (Victory) 2 and the Army's Operation Sa'eqeh (Lightning) in response to the United States' renewed aggression against the Islamic Republic. | In its first statement, the IRGC said the second phase of wave 24 of…
(2026-07-22). FO condemns Houthi threats against Saudi Arabia, Red Sea shipping. tribune.com.pk 
Pakistan on Wednesday "unequivocally" condemned the continued threats issued by the Houthi militia against the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia and commercial shipping in the Red Sea, warning that such actions jeopardise global commerce and regional security, in a statement released by the Foreign Office (FO). | Yemen's Iran-aligned Houthis said on Monday they were imposing a naval blockade on Saudi Arabia, a move that threatens to escalate the conflict in the region and disrupt global energy supply and trade beyond the Gulf. | The Houthis' armed forces, in a statement, said th…
(2026-07-22). Houthi Red Sea Threats: Oil Prices, Inflation at Risk. juancole.com The Conversation) — On Monday, the Iran-backed Houthi rebels in Yemen
(2026-07-22). Smotrich Says US Fighting Iran as Israel Sits Back Is "Best for Us" truthout.org Israeli Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich said this week that his government has "no interest" in rejoining the U.S. in the war on Iran that Israel helped start, saying that the "correct" situation is the current one — in which Israel sits back and watches while the U.S. burns billions of taxpayer dollars committing potential war crimes against Israel's biggest adversary. "When it comes to… |
(2026-07-22). Trump attends return of US soldiers killed in Iran war. al-monitor.com By Jarrett RenshawDOVER AIR FORCE BASE, Delaware, July 22 (Reuters) – U.S. President Donald Trump attended a ceremony for four U.S. service members who returned to American soil in flag-draped caskets on Wednesday after being killed in Iranian attacks in the Middle East.The ceremony, known as a "dignified transfer" of the bodies, comes amid growing frustration with the U.S.-Israeli war with Iran.
(2026-07-22). Iran executes man over January protests, news agency says. al-monitor.com DUBAI, July 22 (Reuters) – Iran executed a man on charges linked to nationwide protests in January, an opposition group and the Iranian judiciary's official Mizan news agency reported on Wednesday.Mizan identified the man as Mehdi Khaneki and said he was executed for "operational actions" that benefited Israel, the United States and hostile groups, and for what it called crimes during the January protests. It said he also produced and possessed weapons.
(2026-07-22). Why Did Iran Target the US Occupation Base at Al-Tanf, Syria? orinocotribune.com By Vanessa Beeley — Jul 19, 2026 | On Friday, July 17, Iran carried out an extensive attack on the US occupation base at Al-Tanf in Syria. A drone and missile strike targeted a US Special Operations Command base in south-eastern Syria..the first strike on Syrian territory since the toppling of the former government in December 2024. | In a statement, the IRGC said its aerospace forces conducted what it described as the 11th phase of "Operation Nasr-2," targeting the strategically located base near Syria's borders with Iraq and Jordan. | The IRGC further claimed the attack destroyed a radar installation and s…
(2026-07-22). ASEAN's AI Boom Has a Geopolitical Due-Diligence Problem. moderndiplomacy.eu In March 2026, Iranian drone strikes damaged Amazon Web Services facilities in the United Arab Emirates and Bahrain. Infrastructure built to support the Gulf's artificial-intelligence ambitions had entered a regional battlefield, and Amazon later warned that full recovery could take several months. (reuters.com) Southeast Asia is not the Gulf. Yet the lesson should travel quickly. …
(2026-07-22). IRGC claims attack on 2 air bases in Jordan, killing US troops. tribune.com.pk 
Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) claimed on Wednesday that it targeted two air bases in Jordan used by US forces, claiming its missile and drone strikes killed and wounded American troops. | #Breaking: | Iran's Revolutionary Guard releases footage of the moment missiles and drones were launched against the "King Faisal" and "Prince Hassan" American bases in Jordan. pic.twitter.com/27g7wKvyrI | — IRGC (@IRGC_360) July 22, 2026 | According to the state-run IRNA news agency, the IRGC said the first phase of the operation targeted Prince Hassan Air Base and King Faisal Air Base in Jordan. | Th…
(2026-07-22). Democracy Now! 2026-07-22 Wednesday. democracynow.org Headlines for July 22, 2026; "Empire of Abuse": MAGA Influencers Andrew & Tristan Tate Arrested on Rape & Sex Trafficking Charges; "Unlimited Money for Bombs": Democrats Slam Hegseth for Seeking $67B for Iran War; Trump Says Images of Bombed Iran School Could Be "AI" But Study Confirms U.S. Killed 140+ in Strike | Headlines for July 22, 2026; "Empire of Abuse": MAGA Influencers Andrew & Tristan Tate Arrested on Rape & Sex Trafficking Charges; "Unlimited Money for Bombs": Democrats Slam Hegseth for Seeking $67B for Iran War; Trump Says Images of Bombed Iran…
(2026-07-22). War in Iran has cost the US $37.5 billion so far, Pentagon says. tribune.com.pk 
The cost of the United States' war in Iran has risen to $37.5 billion so far, US Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth said on Tuesday, as he faced sceptical lawmakers for the first time since heavy bombing resumed to seek urgent funding for the unpopular conflict. | With just six months before the midterm elections in which President Donald Trump's Republicans may face an uphill battle to keep their House of Representatives and Senate majorities, Democrats are riding high in public opinion polls as they attempt to link the unpopular Iran war with affordability. | Hegseth told lawmakers at…
(2026-07-22). "Unlimited Money for Bombs" : Democrats Slam Hegseth for Seeking $67B for Iran War. democracynow.org 
The U.S. is continuing to strike Iran for an 11th straight day. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth on Tuesday revealed the cost of the war on Iran has soared to over $37 billion during an appearance before the Senate Appropriations Committee. However, independent estimates and media reports based on internal leaks suggest the true figure is much higher. Hegseth is now seeking $80 billion more from Congress, including $67 billion for the war on Iran. | "You're requesting billions of dollars in supplemental funding for a war that you said would last for weeks and that the president has no plan or ability to…
(2026-07-22). Iran unstoppable: Mojtaba's army bombs US consulate in Arabs' backyard after killing Trump's troops. hindustantimes.com Fresh explosions have been reported across Iraq and Bahrain as tensions between Iran and the U.S. continue to escalate. Videos circulating online appear to show aerial projectiles over Erbil, while reports suggest sirens sounded in Bahrain amid possible impacts near strategic locations. Here's what is known so far and the latest developments from the region.
(2026-07-22). Houthis Now Attacking Saudi Oil Tankers In Red Sea, Major Energy Supply Implications (Updated). twz.com 
Just as the war with Iran looks about to fully erupt again, the Houthis are going to put an even tighter squeeze on the world's energy supply.
(2026-07-22). Trump threatens Iran bridges, power plants over Hormuz attacks. al-monitor.com The warning comes as Secretary of State Marco Rubio says Washington remains open to negotiations with Tehran.
(2026-07-22). US Military Identifies Third Soldier Killed in Jordan as IRGC Claims More US Casualties. news.antiwar.com The US military has identified the third soldier killed by an Iranian missile attack in Jordan on July 17 as Iran continues targeting US bases across the region, and the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) claimed it inflicted more US casualties. The soldier, Sgt. Angel Rampersad, 28, of Ozone Park, New York, was initially reported …
(2026-07-22). Why Doesn't Trump Want More Talks with Iran? Will War Pressure Really Work? thinktank.pk Donald Trump's latest declaration that the United States has "no interest" in further talks with Iran marks one of the most significant shifts in Washington's Middle East strategy in 2026. For months, the White House insisted that diplomacy remained possible, even as military confrontations intensified. Now, the administration argues that negotiations are pointless unless Iran …
(2026-07-22). Rubio Says US Open to Iran Talks as Conflict Threatens Global Oil Routes. moderndiplomacy.eu U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio said on Wednesday that Washington remains willing to negotiate an end to the Iran conflict, but accused Tehran of failing to engage seriously, as the expanding confrontation continued to disrupt key global energy shipping routes and fuel fears of a broader regional crisis. Speaking on the sidelines of a …
(2026-07-22). Egypt in talks with energy majors for multi-year LNG supply deal, sources say. newarab.com 
The talks come as Egypt's domestic production struggles to keep pace with rising demand and as global LNG markets remain tight during the Iran conflict, which has curtailed shipping through the
(2026-07-22). Voting Rights Advocates Continue Legal Challenges to Executive Order Restricting Mail-in Ballots. wibailoutpeople.org Millions of votes could be thrown out in the upcoming midterm elections if the Trump administration has its way of restricting eligibility without any valid reasons By Abayomi AzikiweEditor, Pan-African News WireWednesday July 22, 2026Political Review Claims of non-citizens voting in federal elections has been a false claim made by the "Make America Great Again" …
(2026-07-22). WHO Lebanon chief to TNA on toll of Israel's war on healthcare. newarab.com 
Standing beside the windows of "This is where I was on 8 April," he recalls, the day Israel announced it had struck more than 100 targets across Lebanon in just 10 minutes during one of the war's most intensive From the fourth floor, he watched Israeli warplanes strike Beirut as smoke billowed across the city. He remai…
(2026-07-22). Lebanon PM says Beirut working for Israeli. al-monitor.com Lebanon is working towards a "complete Israeli withdrawal" from areas it occupies, Prime Minister Nawaf Salam said on Wednesday on a visit to a village where Lebanon's army recently deployed. | Under a US-sponsored agreement signed last month, Lebanon's army is meant to disarm Hezbollah and the Israeli military is to withdraw from "pilot zones" where Lebanese forces will subsequently deploy.
(2026-07-22). Lebanese Army Continues Pilot Zone Deployment, Israel Continues Attacks. news.antiwar.com On the second day of Lebanon's Army deploying into the "pilot zone" villages in the country's south, officials are trying to make much of this being the beginning of an end to the Israeli military occupation of the entire country, while from Israel's perspective, the signs are that very little has changed. Israeli artillery attacks …
(2026-07-22). Gaza, the West Bank, and the Weight of an Unfinished History. fpif.org Every bomb dropped on Gaza was, in some part, paid for by American taxpayers. The United States has provided Israel with more military aid than any other country—over $3.8 billion annually under a long-standing agreement, with tens of billions more approved since October 2023. That makes the current crisis in Gaza, the West Bank, and Lebanon not just a Middle East story but a U.S. foreign policy story, one where Washington holds more leverage than it has chosen to use. | The roots of the current conflict go back to 1948, when an estimated 700,000 Palestinians were displaced from their homes in what Palestin…
(2026-07-22). Ancient Lebanese city of Tyre added to heritage danger list. al-monitor.com Tyre, an ancient Phoenician city in southern Lebanon bombarded by Israel over recent months, was added Tuesday to the UNESCO list of world heritage sites in danger. | The ancient city, founded some 4,700 years ago, is home to two protected sites listed as UNESCO World Heritage Sites, a Roman triumphal arch and a hippodrome dating from the second century.
(2026-07-22). Cheering the World Cup through genocide. electronicintifada.net The soccer tournament positioned the United States as a convener of global joy at the precise moment it is facilitating mass death.
(2026-07-22). Opposition to socialism unites MAGA and corporate Democrats. peoplesworld.org 
On the surface, Donald Trump's Secretary of State and the disgruntled ex-staffers and consultants who circulate around groups like Third Way and the Democratic Leadership Council's old network would seem to have nothing in common. Rubio wants Cuba's government overthrown and its assets sold off to the highest bidder. The centrist Democrats mostly just want …
(2026-07-22). Gaza man returns home after family believed he was dead. aljazeera.com Hamada Al Banna reunited with his family more than a year after an explosion that left him in a coma.
(2026-07-22). Nine months into ceasefire, Israel expands control to nearly 70% of Gaza. nationofchange.org Israeli forces have pushed west along a shifting 'yellow line' and a new 'orange zone,' squeezing 2 million Palestinians into a shrinking sliver of the territory.
(2026-07-22). Israeli strike leaves two Palestinians burnt beyond recognition. aljazeera.com An Israeli strike hit a civilian vehicle in central Gaza, killing two Palestinians.
(2026-07-22). Key takeaways from Khalil al-Hayya's first speech as Hamas leader. aljazeera.com The newly appointed leader says Hamas would work to help the people of Gaza and achieve a united Palestinian state.
(2026-07-22). 'Creeping death': Israel weaponises 'Yellow Line' to annex Gaza. aljazeera.com Analysts and locals say the move mirrors what happened after the 1967 war with Israel's occupation of the West Bank.
(2026-07-22). Press Freedom Under Pressure: Media, Academia, and Gaza. projectcensored.org On this episode of the Project Censored show, co-host Mickey Huff talks with media scholar Bill Yousman about press censorship, establishment propaganda, and attacks on academic freedom around issues pertaining to the war on Gaza. Yousman recently edited a special issue of the journal Democratic Communiqué on "Freedom of Expression,…
(2026-07-22). Wounded Gaza journalists call for urgent medical evacuation. aljazeera.com Wounded and chronically ill Palestinian journalists held a protest calling for urgent medical evacuation from Gaza.
(2026-07-22). US judge sets 2027 trial date for Venezuela's Maduro and wife. aljazeera.com Former President Maduro pleads not guilty to drug charges; lawyer plans to challenge legality of US military operation.
(2026-07-22). Nolan Wells Independent Autopsy Findings: Here's What We Know. newsone.com 
Source: Wells Family GoFundMe / Screenshot | The parents of 18-year-old Nolan Xavier Wells stood alongside nationally renowned civil rights and personal injury attorney Ben Crump on July 22 during a news conference at the 117th NAACP National Convention
(2026-07-22). Trump-backed Andy Biggs wins Arizona GOP governor primary, setting up November clash with Katie Hobbs. nationofchange.org The former Freedom Caucus chair's landslide nomination hands President Trump another primary win, but a Democratic-leaning midterm environment could complicate the GOP's bid to retake the governor's office in a top battleground state.
(2026-07-22). "Empire of Abuse" : MAGA Influencers Andrew & Tristan Tate Arrested on Rape & Sex Trafficking Charges. democracynow.org 
Andrew and Tristan Tate have been arrested in Miami after British authorities issued new rape and sex trafficking charges against them. The brothers, dual British-U.S. citizens, are prominent in the far-right, hypermasculine online community known as the "manosphere." They previously lived in Romania, where in 2023 prosecutors filed a criminal indictment against them for human trafficking, while Andrew faces a rape charge. Despite the charges, they were freed from travel restrictions in Romania early last year after White House officials reportedly took an interest in their case. | "Andrew Tate…
(2026-07-22). Belarus' border service: Truck queue to Poland up by 160 over past 24hrs. eng.belta.by The queue of trucks at the border with Poland has grown by 160 vehicles over the past 24 hours, Belarus State Border Committee told BelTA.
(2026-07-22). Extreme heatwave grips Tunisia as wide power cuts fuel frustration. al-monitor.com In Tunisia long power outages across the country have added to the strain of an intense heatwave, with temperatures as high as 49C, leaving many fearing for their livelihoods. | Power and water cuts have affected parts of Tunisia in previous summers, but this year's outages have spread across much of the country.
(2026-07-22). China's social insurance funds reach 11.07 trillion yuan balance. ecns.cn China's three major social insurance funds had a cumulative balance of 11.07 trillion yuan by the end of June, the Ministry of Human Resources and Social Security said Wednesday.
(2026-07-22). Watch: Husband in Delhi Police, Wife Protesting at Jantar Mantar with Son. ummid.com In an incident seen as a strong warning to Narendra Modi Government, a woman came in front of the camera to openly declare that she came to protest at Jantar Mantar despite her husband serving with the Delhi Police.
(2026-07-22). From Steel Nationalisation to Plug-In Solar: Keir Starmer's Final Acts in Government. bylinetimes.com Keir Starmer got a lot done in his last week in office. Much of it you'll be forgiven for missing, since the media was focused on the man about to take his job. | But these are some major changes that the now-former PM will be hoping adds to his legacy. It may not be noticed now, but it may be in a few years. | The announcements below are from the 12th July to the 19th, Keir Starmer's last full week in office. So this is just a snapshot of his final flourishes. There's a lot in here nonetheless. |
| Plug-In Solar: | Byline Times spotted some legislation quietly laid just before Starmer's departur…
(2026-07-22). How an AI research tool helped challenge support for police violence in Brazil. globalvoices.org 
Two organizations used a chatbox interviewer to measure the public pulse on police raids and crimeGlobal VoicesArt by Marcas, used with permission. | This article, written by Daniel Stanley, Marianna Araujo and Diogo Santos, is published here through an agreement between Instituto Fogo Cruzado and Future Narratives Lab with Global Voices. For more information, see the report (2026-07-22). Flood fears return to Nullah Leh. tribune.com.pk 
The 18-kilometre Nullah Leh, which runs through the heart of Rawalpindi and Islamabad and causes devastation every monsoon, originates from the Margalla Hills. | Until 1950, it was a clear stream used for drinking, bathing, washing clothes and ablution, while water carriers supplied its water across the city. Dense forests, trees and birdlife surrounded its banks. | As Islamabad's construction began during Ayub Khan's era, the stream gradually turned into a sewage drain. Its width expanded from 20 feet to nearly 500 feet due to erosion before shrinking to 100-300 feet because of encroachments. | The Hindu comm…
(2026-07-22). ASEAN's 2026 Moment of Truth. unitedworldint.com By Mehmet Enes Be≈üer ASEAN has spent much of its life doing a particular kind of political magic: holding a diverse region together by refusing to pretend its members are the same. Different systems, different threat perceptions, different economic models—yet a shared habit of consultation. For decades, the "ASEAN way" wasn't a punchline. It was …
(2026-07-22). Egypt and Türkiye: A Partnership of Necessity in a Turbulent Religion. unitedworldint.com Over the past three years, the war that erupted between Israel and the Palestinian resistance on October 7, 2023, has transformed into a raging regional war across multiple fronts. No sooner do these fronts calm down and subside than they flare up again, entangling various international and regional parties in different ways. During these years, …
(2026-07-22). US and Saudi Arabia announce nuclear cooperation deal. aljazeera.com Trump administration says 'historic' agreement will 'reinforce global nonproliferation standards' and create jobs in US.
(2026-07-22). Nigeria: Boko Haram Trials Ineffective, Flawed. hrw.org Click to expand Image | Members of the Nigerian police force are seen outside the Federal High Court, in Abuja, Nigeria, on October 21, 2021. | © 2021 Kola Sulaimon / AFP via Getty Images | The Nigerian authorities' prosecution of Boko Haram suspects does not advance justice for serious international crimes, as the cases continue to target primarily low-level suspects and raise significant fair trial concerns.Trials were conducted without witnesses or circumstantial evidence, prosecutors dropped some seemingly serious charges, while many plea-driven convictions were for aiding armed groups that may have b…
(2026-07-22). JI rejects daily fuel price mechanism. tribune.com.pk 
Jamaat-e-Islami (JI) has rejected the federal government's decision to determine petroleum product prices on a daily basis and announced a nationwide protest on August 7 under the leadership of party chief Hafiz Naeemur Rehman. | Addressing a press conference at the Peshawar Press Club on Wednesday, Jamaat-e-Islami Central Khyber-Pakhtunkhwa Ameer Abdul Wasi, accompanied by Provincial General Secretary Sabir Hussain Awan, said the party had already launched a protest movement against the government's recent decisions. | He said petroleum prices were previously fixed in the annual budget but the pricing mechani…
(2026-07-22). Pakistan seeks US support for better access to global capital markets. tribune.com.pk 
Pakistan on Tuesday sought greater US support for improved access to international capital markets, stronger foreign exchange reserves and better sovereign credit ratings as Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb met US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent. | According to the Finance Ministry, Aurangzeb briefed the US Treasury Secretary on Pakistan's economic progress, saying the country had moved from "macroeconomic stabilisation to sustainable, export-led growth". | During the meeting, the finance minister also highlighted "the negative impacts of the regional situation on the Pakistani economy," noting that the ec…
(2026-07-22). English FA charges Southampton coach Tonda Eckert over 'spygate' scandal. aljazeera.com Allegations of spying on rivals led to Southampton's expulsion from the Championship playoff final.
(2026-07-22). Trump ally Andy Biggs wins Republican nomination for Arizona governor. aljazeera.com Biggs overwhelmingly defeats David Schweikert and will now face Democratic Governor Katie Hobbs in November.
(2026-07-22). 'Hello! China' tourism promotion campaign launched at Sydney Airport. ecns.cn The "Hello! China" tourism promotion campaign has been launched at the international terminal of Sydney Airport.
(2026-07-22). India protest: How Modi's refusal to sack education minister fits a pattern. aljazeera.com Protesters want Dharmendra Pradhan to be sacked over serial exam leaks. But that's not how Modi works.
(2026-07-22). Egypt, Sudan brace for crisis as Ethiopia tightens GERD flows. newarab.com 
Egyptian water experts warn of severe repercussions from the failure of Ethiopian authorities to release sufficient amounts of water from the dam, amid delayed rainfall in the Horn of Africa. | Meanwhile, Egyptian officials cite what they categorize…
(2026-07-22). Meet Andy Burnham, Britain's Accidental Prime Minister. ummid.com Andy Burnham became Britain's 7th Prime Minister in a decade on Monday, July 20, 2026, without a single vote cast by the wider public.
(2026-07-22). Rubio meets Wang, discusses laying groundwork for Chinese US visit. al-monitor.com By Michael MartinaMANILA, July 22 (Reuters) – U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio said he discussed with Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi on Wednesday the need to identify areas of cooperation to lay the groundwork for a "very positive visit" to Washington in September by President Xi Jinping.Meeting with Wang in Manila on the sidelines of a regional gathering led by the Southeast Asian bloc ASEAN, Rubio said both sides had differences, but their job was to manage them and ensure they do not get out of control.
(2026-07-22). K-P govt hospitals lose key radiologist. tribune.com.pk 
The Khyber-Pakhtunkhwa's only interventional radiologist employed at a government hospital has resigned from Hayatabad Medical Complex (HMC), citing unfavorable policies and inadequate incentives under the Medical Teaching Institutions (MTI) framework, the latest blow to a public healthcare system already hemorrhaging specialized talent. | Interventional radiology, a rare and critically important specialty, involves life-saving image-guided procedures including internal organ biopsies, safe drainage of abscesses or fluids, percutaneous kidney drainage for obstructions, and endoluminal stenting of blocked arter…
(2026-07-22). FMs of Belarus, Kyrgyzstan discuss bilateral cooperation. eng.belta.by During an official visit to Kyrgyzstan, Belarusian Foreign Affairs Minister Maxim Ryzhenkov met with Kyrgyzstan's Foreign Affairs Minister Jeenbek Kulubaev on 22 July.
(2026-07-22). 'Money? I won't take it': Javed Sheikh reveals he refused fee for 'Om Shanti Om'. tribune.com.pk 
Veteran actor Javed Sheikh revealed that he initially refused to accept a fee for his role in the Indian film Om Shanti Om, calling it an honour to work alongside Bollywood star Shah Rukh Khan. However, Sheikh revealed, filmmaker Farah Khan and Shah Rukh insisted on paying him. | In an interview, Sheikh reflected on playing Shah Rukh's father in the 2007 blockbuster, recalling how welcomed and appreciated he had felt throughout his time on set. "We don't stay in touch, but we had a great friendship when I was there. The time I spent with Shah Rukh during Om Shanti Om was excellent, superb," the actor said. | D…
(2026-07-22). Who Is Mykhailo Drapatyi? Ukraine's New Army Chief Takes Command. moderndiplomacy.eu President Volodymyr Zelenskiy has appointed Major General Mykhailo Drapatyi as Ukraine's new commander-in-chief of the armed forces, marking a significant leadership change as Kyiv looks to reset its military strategy more than five years into the war with Russia. The 43-year-old replaces General Oleksandr Syrskyi, who was dismissed following days of public protests, making Drapatyi …
(2026-07-22). AI resilience is the next step after the AI regulatory framework. independentaustralia.net 
(2026-07-22). Passport touts' network busted in Rawalpindi. tribune.com.pk 
The Federal Investigation Agency (FIA) Anti-Corruption Circle Islamabad claimed on Wednesday to have arrested three suspects during a targeted operation against touts and an alleged agents' network operating outside the G-10 Passport Office, accused of charging citizens for emergency and priority passport processing in collusion with a passport office official. | According to FIA officials, the operation was launched after FIA Islamabad Zone Director Shehzad Nadeem Bukhari received intelligence regarding the organised network. A raid conducted by the Anti-Corruption Circle exposed the alleged racket and led to…
(2026-07-22). GATE 2027 Dates, Detailed Schedule Released. ummid.com The Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Madras has published the dates, detailed schedule and time table of the Graduate Aptitude Test in Engineering 2027 or GATE 2027 on its official website 'gate2027.iitm.ac.in'.
(2026-07-22). Global Heating: Trump Is a Human Atomic Bomb. juancole.com ( Let's face it: Donald Trump should be considered an atomic bomb of a president (potentially all too literally, even if in slow motion, thanks to cl…
(2026-07-22). Iraq: Photography Award 2026. icrc.org International Committee of the Red Cross & Iraqi Red Crescent Society…
(2026-07-22). Ukraine gets new top commander as protests spark war's biggest military shake up. tribune.com.pk 
President Volodymyr Zelenskiy on Tuesday named a young major general, Mykhailo Drapatyi, as the commander-in-chief of Ukraine's military after days of street protests, marking the biggest shake-up in the country's military leadership since its war with Russia began. | Zelenskiy replaced Oleksandr Syrskyi, 60, with Drapatyi, 43, a respected and experienced commander who led the country's land forces from 2024 to 2025 and is described as a general of a new generation. | I have decided that Mykhailo Drapatyi will become the new Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces of Ukraine. Together with Mykhailo, Yevhenii Kh…
(2026-07-22). DTE Maha 2026 Post HSC D Pharm Admission: Last Date Extended. ummid.com The Directorate of Technical Education (DTE) Maharashtra has extended the last date of application and submission of online form for admission in First Year Post HSC Diploma in Pharmacy (D Pharm) for the year 2026-2027.
(2026-07-22). A primer on "packing" the U.S. Supreme Court. cpusa.org 
The debate over "packing" the United States Supreme Court is almost as old as the Court itself. Despite popular belief that the phrase refers to expanding the number of justices to change the Court's ideological balance, the size of the Court has changed several times in American history. What makes the "court packing" controversial is not merely changing the size but doing so primarily to influence judicial outcomes. The following endeavors to explain the historical development of the Court's size. | The Constitution empowers Congress to determine the size of the Court. The United States Constitution establis…
(2026-07-22). Federal court orders EPA to enforce stronger soot pollution limits, rejecting delay. nationofchange.org Judge sets a February 2027 deadline for the agency to name communities breathing unhealthy fine-particle pollution, a step advocates say opens the path to cleaner air for tens of millions.
(2026-07-22). Fiji universities criticised for 'great shame' of ignoring coup impacts. asiapacificreport.nz By Anish Chand in Suva Fiji's universities have been criticised for failing to study the long-term effects of the country's repeated political upheavals on the public service and governance, with the Fiji Truth and Reconciliation Commission hearing that a major gap in research has left important national lessons undocumented. Academic Professor Vijay Naidu told the…
(2026-07-22). Close Pine Gap protesters challenge U.S. alliance. independentaustralia.net 
(2026-07-22). Contractors cry foul over 'skewed' funds. tribune.com.pk 
The Contractors Association of Sindh staged a protest outside the Karachi Press Club on Wednesday against what it termed "unfair distribution" of development funds and alleged corruption in the Sindh Works and Services Department. | The demonstration was led by Association President Dost Ali Rind and General Secretary Asghar Ali Memon, and attended by a large number of contractors carrying placards and banners while chanting slogans against alleged injustices. | Protesters claimed that in the department's Annual Development Programme (ADP) book, as many as 177 development schemes had been allocated a token amo…
(2026-07-22). Man killed as SUV runs over family sleeping on sidewalk. tribune.com.pk 
(2026-07-22). Indigenous nations rally to save Bears Ears National Monument. cpusa.org 
Tribal Nations continue to rally in the face of the rapacious Trump regime's onslaught to reduce the Bears Ears National Monument in southern Utah. On July 13, Trump by executive action ordered the drastic reduction of the Bears Ears National Monument by 90%. This means that 1.24 million acres will lose national monument protection. Within 60 days the removed lands will become vulnerable to greed-obsessed mineral leasing, mining claims and other voracious corporate land exploitation. | The stage is being set for renewed legal battles over one of Indian Country's most sacred landscapes. Tribal Nations throughou…
(2026-07-22). Shenzhen railway handles over 11 million passenger trips in first 20 days of summer rush. ecns.cn Shenzhen's railway network handled 11.43 million passenger arrivals and departures in the first 20 days of the summer travel rush from July 1 to 20, up 0.03% year on year, according to Shenzhen railway authorities Tuesday.
(2026-07-22). PSX remains vulnerable to external shocks. tribune.com.pk 
The Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX) exhibited vulnerability to external shocks on Wednesday, with the benchmark KSE-100 Index coming under renewed selling pressure as investors adopted a cautious stance and reduced exposure to equities. The index struggled to sustain its early gains and gradually slipped deeper into negative territory, reflecting weak sentiment across the broader market. | The benchmark opened with a marginal positive bias, rising 14.07 points to 176,147.63 at 9: 39am. However, the initial strength proved short-lived as selling emerged across key sectors. By 9: 58am, the index had fallen 196.09 po…
(2026-07-22). Scientists spot two huge companion stars that blew up. tribune.com.pk 
Unlike our sun, most of the largest stars in the cosmos are not solo acts, but rather are born together with another star in what is called a binary system, destined to spend their lives gravitationally bound in a cosmic marriage. But not even the best marriage – on Earth or in space – lasts forever. | Scientists now for the first time have discovered evidence of two such massive stars from a binary system that both ran out of fuel and exploded violently within a relatively short time, each leaving behind a telltale cloud of glowing gas called a nebula. Such stellar explosions are called supernovas. | One of t…
(2026-07-22). The Zumwalt-class destroyer is an ever-growing boondoggle. responsiblestatecraft.org After
(2026-07-22). 'A profound tragedy': Protests in Italy over Moroccan's death. newarab.com 
Italy's Moroccan community has demanded an independent investigation into Thousands of
(2026-07-22). Japan: Flag Desecration Law Violates Free Speech. hrw.org Click to expand Image | Japan's chief cabinet secretary, Minoru Kihara, bows to members of the House of Councilors after lawmakers passed a law prohibiting desecration of the national flag, Tokyo, July 17, 2026. | © 2026 Eugene Hoshiko/AP Photo…
(2026-07-22). European heatwave drives surge in Jiangmen fan exports. ecns.cn Jiangmen Customs in south China's Guangdong Province is helping local fan manufacturers accelerate exports to Europe, where a prolonged heatwave has driven up demand for energy-efficient cooling appliances.
(2026-07-22). After Rahul Gandhi detained, India's 'Cockroach' vows to persist. newarab.com 
(2026-07-22). China Pharma Innovation Conference opens in Shanghai. ecns.cn The first China Pharma Innovation Conference (CPIC 2026) opened Wednesday at the National Exhibition and Convention Center in Shanghai, bringing together nearly 900 speakers from 22 countries.
(2026-07-22). Belhydromet: Current weather favors potato growth, grass regrowth in Belarus. eng.belta.by Rains are increasing soil moisture levels, with the top layer locally becoming heavily waterlogged, BelTA leanred from Belhydromet.
(2026-07-22). Rilangshan Tunnel breakthrough marks progress on Xining—Chengdu Railway. ecns.cn The Rilangshan Tunnel on the Sichuan section of the Xining—Chengdu Railway was completed Tuesday, marking a major milestone in the construction of the line.
(2026-07-22). China hawks are losing the public opinion battle. responsiblestatecraft.org It sometimes seems easier to imagine the end of the world than the end of Washington's anti-China obsession.Congressional Republicans, on one side, are championing a staggering $1.5 trillion Pentagon budget that would
(2026-07-22). Energy Security and Climate Realism Usher in Coal's Rise. wattsupwiththat.com Stop pretending that every rise in renewables implies a fall in coal. Stop using extreme scenarios to frighten the public into accepting policy mandates that do not fit the needs of growing economies. And stop telling developing nations that they must sacrifice dependable power in the name of predictive models that no longer command trust.
(2026-07-22). Under soaring pressure, India's education minister promises reforms and debate. tribune.com.pk 
India's education minister said that Prime Minister Narendra Modi's administration was committed to addressing the concerns of protesting youth and exam reforms, in the latest sign that the government was beginning to respond to growing protests. | The comments by Dharmendra Pradhan are his first since the youth-led "cockroach" movement launched a protest in New Delhi last month seeking his resignation over the leak of medical school test papers that affected some two million students and was linked to several student suicides. | The protests by the self-named Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) – which began as an on…
(2026-07-22). Morocco-Nigeria gas pipeline advances, but security risks remain. newarab.com 
West African leaders have backed a The intergovernmental agreement was endorsed by
(2026-07-22). Australia has no right to intervene in South China Sea issue: Chinese FM spokesperson. ecns.cn Some countries are not parties to the South China Sea issue and have no right to intervene in the maritime issues between the parties concerned, a Chinese foreign ministry spokesperson said on Wednesday.
(2026-07-22). Exclusive: Iran — Pakistan, what is really happening in the diplomatic front. thealtworld.com The Bab al-Mandab is not closed. It is loaded. | Earlier this week, Iranian Interior Minister Eskandar Momeni arrived in Islamabad leading a substantial delegation. By Tuesday, he had met Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif, Field Marshal Asim Munir and his Pakistani counterpart, Mohsin Naqvi. | This was far from a routine border/security visit involving two neighbors. The key take away was the presence of the head of the National Iranian Oil Company (NIOC): that means that energy — as in the possible construction, finally, of the Iran-Pakistan (IP) gas pipeline — sanctions and cross-border trade were cruci…
(2026-07-22). Reject One Nation's call to return to White Australia. socialist-alliance.org 
Pauline Hanson's podcast interview with far-right British figure Tommy Robinson has cleared up any ambiguity about the meaning of One Nation's call for a "monocultural" Australia, argues Peter Boyle.
(2026-07-22). Global Air Conditioning: Adaptation in Action (warming alarmists getting their due). wattsupwiththat.com Climate policy should demote futile, wasteful mitigation policies to promote adaptation, which requires energy affordability, reliability, and availability. This is most needed in the EU, "another example of citizens revolting against the mandates and moralizing of government and progressive elites" (WSJ). The momentum is building for comfort over dogma.
(2026-07-22). MHT CET 2026 Engineering (FE) Merit List – Link, Steps to Check. ummid.com The Maharashtra State Common Entrance Test (CET) Cell is releasing on its official website fe2026.mahacet.org today i.e. Wednesday July 22, 2026 Provisional Merit List containing the names of the students who have registered for admission to First Year Engineering (FE) B.E. and B.Tech four year courses for the academic year 2026-27.
(2026-07-22). K-P rain death toll rises to 18, more rain forecast: PDMA. tribune.com.pk 
At least 18 people died, and 19 others were injured in Khyber-Pakhtunkhwa (K-P) since July 19 after heavy rains and flash floods triggered roof and wall collapses and swept people away in floodwaters, the Provincial Disaster Management Authority (PDMA) said on Wednesday. | According to the PDMA, the deceased included seven men, eight children and three women, while the injured comprised 11 men, four women and four children. | The authority said the rain-related incidents were reported in Peshawar, Nowshera, Khyber, Mardan, Buner, Bajaur, Shangla, Swabi, Lower Chitral, Upper and Lower Dir, Abbottabad, Mansehra,…
(2026-07-22). Trump approves 30-year Nuclear Enrichment Deal with Saudi Arabia 'Without Safeguards': Report. scheerpost.com News Desk The Cradle Washington is seeking congressional approval for a nuclear energy pact with Saudi Arabia that does not include safeguards aimed at preventing the development of an atomic bomb, two sources told Reuters on 22 July. US President Donald Trump's government is planning to submit "to Congress a pact with Saudi Arabia to share nuclear …
(2026-07-22). As Data Centers Sidestep Tribal Consultations, Tribal Nations Are Fighting Back. truthout.org When Gov. Kathy Hochul signed a one-year pause on data center construction on July 14, making New York the first state to pump the brakes on the AI infrastructure boom, tribal nations had already enacted their own moratoriums for months without waiting for a governor's signature. The Seminole Nation passed its own moratorium in Oklahoma in March. The Tonawanda Seneca Nation sued over a facility in… |
(2026-07-22). Israel and War in the Gulf: Don't Worry Be Happy. newarab.com 
The New Arab/Al-Araby Al-Jadeed Cartoon of the Day by Palestinian-Jordanian editorial cartoonist Emad Hajjaj.
(2026-07-22). IDAC Ombud confirms receipt of complaints against directorate head Adv Johnson. sanews.gov.za IDAC Ombud confirms receipt of complaints against directorate head Adv Johnson | The Office of the Independent Directorate Against Corruption (IDAC) Oversight Judge has confirmed receipt of complaints relating to IDAC Head, Advocate Andrea Johnson. | The public acknowledgment comes amid growing media interest and public scrutiny regarding leadership integrity within IDAC, following allegations against Johnson at the Madlanga Commission. | "The Office does not ordinarily comment on complaints received or matters under consideration. However, given the exceptional public interest in this matter, the numerous media…
(2026-07-22). EAEU-Mongolia interim trade agreement enters into force. eng.belta.by The temporary trade agreement between the Eurasian Economic Union and its member states on one side and Mongolia on the other signed last year entered into force on 22 July.
(2026-07-22). Pro-Israel activists writhe over Ms. Rachel post on army funding. newarab.com 
Pro-Israel activists were sent spinning into rage after children's entertainer The outburst is the latest against Ms. Rachel, who has become a leading advocate for the safety of children in Palestine and other parts of the world devastated by war. | "It's not Christian to vote to fund Israel's military when they are…
(2026-07-22). Insurgents or Insiders, a Zero Hour Conversation With Norman Solomon. progressivehub.net RJ ESKOW AND NORMAN SOLOMON | THE ZERO HOUR REPORT…
(2026-07-22). Oil extends gains to near six-week highs on new Middle East supply risks. tribune.com.pk 
Oil prices extended gains to trade near six-week highs on Wednesday as fears of further supply disruptions intensified after US forces struck Iranian military targets for the 11th straight night, while oil tankers made U-turns in the Red Sea after warnings by the Iran-backed Houthi militia. | Brent crude futures rose $1.84, or 2.0%, to $92.85 a barrel, the highest since June 11. US West Texas Intermediate crude climbed $1.67, or 2%, to $86.01, its highest since June 12. | The gains came after oil settled at a five-week high on Tuesday in the wake of US forces str…
(2026-07-22). Beyond net zero: toward a carbon symbiosis society. onlineopinion.com.au Why the future depends on balancing human prosperity, energy security, and environmental stewardship.
(2026-07-22). Air-To-Ground Capabilities Are Already Creeping Into The F-15EX's Mission Set. twz.com 
The main job of the U.S. Air Force's Despite its primary mission set, air-to-ground ca…
(2026-07-22). The kingmaker paradox: Palestinian parties and Israel's election. newarab.com 
(2026-07-22). Is China's State Media Using ASEAN to Push Its South China Sea Narrative? thinktank.pk The latest Global Times article argues that the Philippines deliberately provoked a confrontation at Ren'ai Jiao (Second Thomas Shoal) to "hijack" the ASEAN Foreign Ministers' Meetings and mobilize Western support against China. It presents Beijing as a defender of regional stability while portraying Manila as acting on behalf of external powers. This narrative reflects a …
(2026-07-22). RFK Jr. Says Cyclospora Outbreak Is 'Under Control' Lol, Sure Dog. newsone.com 
Source: AndreyPopov / Getty | An outbreak of Cyclospora has infected over 1,000 people in at least five states over the last couple of months. Despite the FDA walking back its original finding of the outbreak's source, Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. said the outbreak is "under control" during a news conference on Tuesday. | You know, for some reason, I just don't believe him. |
(2026-07-22). Mothership Sought By Navy For Southern Command Operations. twz.com 
The U.S. Navy is "The Special Mission Vessel is envisioned as a versatile 'mothership' designed to significantly enhance mar…
(2026-07-22). America's decades-old bipartisan consensus on Israel has been shattered. aljazeera.com The Democratic establishment has faced growing pressure to change its stance on Israel. It has finally begun to do so.
(2026-07-22). VOTING RIGHTS FORUM SCHEDULED FOR NEWARK July 29, 2026, TRUMP FIRING OF ELECTION OFFICIALS CONDEMNED, WARNS AGAINST COUP ATTEMPT(ARTICLE AND PHOTOS). wibailoutpeople.org THE PEOPLE'S ORGANIZATION FOR PROGRESS (POP)PO BOX 22505NEWARK, NJ 07101973 801-0001www.njpop.orgCONTACT: LAWRENCE HAMM JULY 21, 2026 FOR IMMEDIATE PRESS RELEASE VOTING RIGHTS FORUM SCHEDULED FOR NEWARK, TRUMP FIRING OF ELECTION OFFICIALS CONDEMNED, WARNS AGAINST COUP ATTEMPT(ARTICLE AND PHOTOS) "The Attack On Voting Rights And The War On Black People," will be the subject of a …
(2026-07-22). State Chief Privacy Officers Can Have Real Power. aclu.org Utah has given its CPO a meaningful role — and he has thoughts on how other states should follow…
(2026-07-22). Ancient havelis preserve Multan's legacy. tribune.com.pk 
Hidden behind the narrow streets and bustling bazaars of Multan's Walled City are centuries-old havelis that continue to preserve the city's rich architectural, cultural and social heritage. | Built mainly during the late Mughal, Sikh and British periods, these grand residences are more than historic homes. They stand as enduring symbols of Multan's prosperous merchant class, exceptional craftsmanship and evolving architectural traditions. | Walled City guide Aamir Bashir, who has spent years documenting the city's heritage buildings, said each haveli tells a unique story through its design and craftsmanship.
(2026-07-22). Thea Riofrancos: The New World Climate Order. newleftreview.org An interview about the new parameters of climate politics, with the breakdown of global consensus. As the EU re-opens coal-fired plants and the US shuts down wind farms, China gouges the earth to churn out cheap green-energy products—and is met by anti-extractivist protestors.
(2026-07-22). Want a Free $20,000 Luxury Holiday in Fiji or Turkey? You also Have to Show Your Face at a Climate Conference. wattsupwiththat.com Free Aussie money for all – so long as you can claim to be a representative of an "underrepresented group".
(2026-07-22). Suspected robber killed in 'police encounter'. tribune.com.pk 
(2026-07-22). Morocco NGO alarmed over jailed W.Sahara activist's hunger strike. newarab.com 
A Moroccan rights group has raised concerns over the health of a jailed Western Sahara independence activist, who has reportedly been on hunger strike for more than 40 days demanding his freedom. | The Moroccan Association for Human Rights was following with "great concern" the situation of Naama Asfari who began his strike on 8 June, the group said in a statement on Tuesday night. | "The family is very worried about the complete lack of information regarding his health and current location." | Prison authorities did not immediately respond to AFP's request for comment. | The prison administration said earlier th…
(2026-07-22). Supreme Court Rejects Executive Order Reversing Birthright Citizenship. wibailoutpeople.org Since 1868 during Federal Reconstruction the United States Congress ratified the 14th amendment to provide constitutional protections for formerly enslaved Africans By Abayomi AzikiweEditor, Pan-African News WireTuesday July 21, 2026Political Review In a 6-3 decision, the United States Supreme Court struck down an executive order issued by President Donald Trump during the early days of …
(2026-07-22). WHYY Newscast for Wednesday 2:00 p.m. whyy.org The latest and local headlines from WHYY.
(2026-07-22). Not Even Israelis Are Willing To Die For Israel. caitlinjohnstone.com.au And Other Notes: ; ⚪ ‚ùñ | Israeli Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich While Smotrich is certainly correct that it…
(2026-07-22). Mohammad Ali Jauhar University and Demolition Politics. ummid.com The students of Mohammad Ali Jauhar University are sitting in protest to oppose the notice issued by the Rampur Development Authority (RDA) which has asked for 38 of the forty buildings of the university to be demolished.
(2026-07-22). Heilongjiang smart agriculture training showcases intelligent breeding 5.0. ecns.cn A smart agriculture training program opened Tuesday in Jiansanjiang, part of the Beidahuang Group in Heilongjiang Province, showcasing frontier technologies including intelligent rice breeding 5.0, gene edited breeding and long term black soil monitoring.
(2026-07-22). Austrian home where Hitler was born reopened as police station. aljazeera.com For decades, neo-Nazis and far-right extremists flocked to the Austrian home where Adolf Hitler.
(2026-07-22). China targets 56.4% forest and grassland coverage by 2030. ecns.cn China aims to raise its forest and grassland coverage rate to 56.4% by 2030, according to a newly released five-year plan for forestry and grassland conservation and utilization, the National Forestry and Grassland Administration (NFGA) said on Wednesday.
(2026-07-22). Madison Police Again Shoot Unarmed Black Resident 7/22/26 Willy St. Baldwin St. People's Gathering. wibailoutpeople.org 
(2026-07-22). Government Spending Bill Heads To The Senate After Passing In The House, Mostly Along Party Lines. newsone.com 
Source: Kevin Carter / Getty | The U.S. House of Representatives passed a stopgap bill to fund the government through early December, which House Republicans were scrambling to pass ahead of the midterm elections in November and to avoid yet another government shutdown, which they are still desperately trying to blame Democrats for, despite controlling the White House and both chambers of Congress (for now). | According to the
(2026-07-22). Katie Ebner-Landy: Norm Smuggling? newleftreview.org Katie Ebner-Landy on Rahel Jaeggi, Progress and Regression. A critical theorist reformulates the concept of progress as social-reflexive problem-solving.
(2026-07-22). Water cannon deployed at India education system protests. aljazeera.com Indian police deployed water cannons in Raipur at student protests demanding the resignation of the education minister.
(2026-07-22). JI to block KKH over rising fuel costs. tribune.com.pk 
Jamaat-e-Islami (JI) Hazara has announced a peaceful protest and blockade of the Karakoram Highway (KKH) on August 7 across Hazara Division against the recent increase in petroleum prices and rising inflation. | The announcement was made by JI Hazara Ameer Abdul Razzaq Abbasi in line with the nationwide protest call given by Jamaat-e-Islami Pakistan chief Hafiz Naeemur Rehman. | Speaking at a press conference at the Abbottabad Press Club, Abbasi said peaceful demonstrations would be staged at key locations in Abbottabad, Mansehra, Battagram, Pattan and Dasu, with people from all walks of life expected to parti…
(2026-07-22). Explainer-Why is a proposed US-Saudi nuclear pact causing alarm in Washington and the Middle East? al-monitor.com DUBAI, July 22 (Reuters) – The Trump administration backs a nuclear energy pact with Riyadh allowing Saudi Arabiato enrich uranium and process spent atomic fuel, two sources have said, a move that may worry regional states concerned about weapons proliferation.Here are some of the main issues at play: WHAT HAS HAPPENED SO FAR?Washington and Riyadh have for years been discussing a nuclear cooperation deal that would give Saudi Arabia access to U.S. technology and American companies a chance to win big contracts for Saudi atomic energy facilities.
(2026-07-22). OpenAI says AI models went rogue during testing, triggering 'unprecedented' breach at startup. tribune.com.pk 
OpenAI said on Tuesday that an autonomous agent powered by its advanced AI models went rogue during a security test and triggered a hack that compromised the infrastructure of AI startup Hugging Face last week. | In a blog post, OpenAI said it was testing the capabilities of some of its most advanced models in a controlled environment but that the agent managed to escape containment, reach the internet and break into Hugging Face to try to satisfy its testing goal. | OpenAI said the breakout was "an unprecedented cyber incident, involving state-of-the-art cyber c…
(2026-07-22). 'Godzilla vs Kong' actress Kaylee Hottle dies at 18 in tragic car crash in US. ptcnews.tv PTC Web Desk: Actress Kaylee Hottle, who won the hearts of audiences with her performance as Jia in Godzilla vs. Kong, has died in a tragic road accident in the United States. She was 18 years old.Kay | 'Godzilla vs Kong' actress Kaylee Hottle dies at 18 in tragic car crash in US…
(2026-07-22). Lukashenko congratulates Russia's People's Artist Irina Rozanova on birthday. eng.belta.by Aleksandr Lukashenko wished Irina Rozanova good health, well-being, and success.
(2026-07-22). Insights | Bangladeshi youth delegation: 105 Years of CPC achievements hold great significance for Bangladesh and beyond. ecns.cn From investment cooperation to technological potential, the delegation members also shared their unique observations and expectations. Follow their perspectives to see how China-Bangladesh friendship is deepening and reaching new heights.
(2026-07-22). Mbappe beats Messi in Golden Boot Race but fails to ensure France win over England. ummid.com Kylian Mbappe Saturday July 18, 2026 beat Lionel Messi in the Adidas Golden Boot Race, but failed to seal France victory over England in the 2026 FIFA World Cup Match for Bronze.
(2026-07-22). Can the Suez save Asian oil consumers after Houthis shut Bab al-Mandeb? aljazeera.com About 6 million barrels of crude per day that pass through the strait to Asia are now at risk, experts say.
(2026-07-22). An Urgent Blueprint For 'How to Close a Camp'. scheerpost.com Britta Shoot Prism Journalist John Washington's new book explains how fighting and closing detention centers is critical in the larger battle to stop immigration enforcement Since the start of President Donald Trump's second term, dozens of immigrants have died in Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) custody. Between January and July 6 this year, at least 21 individuals have died …
(2026-07-22). Delhi Police Baton Charge, Hurl Tear Gas Shells on Students, Youth. ummid.com Delhi Police Monday July 20, 2026 baton charged and hurled tear gas shells on students and youth protesting against paper leaks, unemployment, inflation and other issues plaguing the country today under the Narendra Modi government.
(2026-07-22). Tom Mertes: Manufacturing Impunity. newleftreview.org Tom Mertes on Richard Beck, Homeland. Origins and afterlives of America's long War on Terror.
(2026-07-22). Access to Abortion Saved the Life of One Virginia Mother. Now She's Fighting to Expand Reproductive Freedom. aclu.org Heather St. Amand is a mother, an organizer with the ACLU of Virginia, and an advocate for reproductive freedom. Having access to abortion saved her life and put her on the path to fight for reproductive rights.
(2026-07-22). Across Borders and Prison Walls: Keeping Families Connected During the Libya—Chad Conflict. icrc.org Long before the crises that followed 2011, the International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) had already built a long and sometimes difficult history of humanitarian engagement in Libya and across its borders.
(2026-07-22). Yemen's Houthis claim attack on two Saudi oil tankers. aljazeera.com Claimed attacks come days after Houthis announced naval embargo on Saudi vessels…
(2026-07-22). Ukraine: America's Enduring Proxy War on Russia. scheerpost.com Eisenhower's warning that US policy would be captured by a scientific-technological elite supplies a specific reason the US sustains the Ukraine war: Ukraine has become a unique, live-fire laboratory for AI warfare at scale. Jeffrey D. Sachs & Sybil Fares Common Dreams In his farewell address of January 1961, Dwight Eisenhower warned Americans against the …
(2026-07-22). The AI Boom Runs On Toxic Air. levernews.com Drive through the heart of the Permian Basin in West Texas, and the scale of the area's oil and gas industry is undeniable. Tens of thousands of active wells, drill rigs, pipeline corridors, and flare stacks cover this 86,000-square-mile stretch of West Texas and southeastern New Mexico. At night, flare after flare burns orange against the dark sky. The Permian is the most productive oil field in the United States, responsible for roughly
(2026-07-22). Israel targets X users, right-wing media with $2 million ad push. responsiblestatecraft.org The Israeli government paid a Republican Party-aligned public affairs company $9.9 million to advertise and promote content in American social media and news sites, according to a new
(2026-07-22). Why the Trump administration is running scared of the global criminal court in The Hague. asiapacificreport.nz BP Daily The strongest sign that the International Criminal Court (ICC) still has teeth is that the most powerful administration in the world is trying to pull them out. Secretary of State Marco Rubio declared this week that the Trump administration would use "all the tools at our government's disposal" to "dismantle" the ICC, calling…
(2026-07-22). US Senators rip into Hegseth as War Secretary begs for more war funding: 'We need straight answers…'. hindustantimes.com War Secretary Pete Hegseth faced a bruising Senate Armed Services hearing as lawmakers tore into his Iran war strategy, ballooning costs, mounting U.S. casualties and his controversial record on women, misconduct and workplace drinking. This video breaks down the sharpest exchanges, what senators demanded, and how Hegseth tried to defend both the war and himself.
(2026-07-22). Punjab moves to revoke Ring Road NOCs. tribune.com.pk 
The Punjab government has initiated formal proceedings to revoke the No Objection Certificates (NOCs) issued for the proposed service areas on both sides of the Rawalpindi Ring Road, following concerns that the approvals were granted without the requisite government authorisation. | Sources said former district administration officials in Rawalpindi allegedly issued the NOCs in an attempt to alter the design of the multibillion-rupee project without obtaining prior approval from the provincial government. | Officials are now conducting a comprehensive review of all legal, administrative and financial aspects r…
(2026-07-22). Voters are forcing Democrats to shift on Israel, but this doesn't mean U.S. support is ending anytime soon. mondoweiss.net 
When 100 Democrats voted last week to block $3.3 million in U.S. aid to Israel, it was the clearest sign yet that lawmakers are responding to voters' overwhelming sentiment. But it still remains unclear whether this will lead to actual policy change.
(2026-07-22). WHYY Newscast for Wednesday 4:00 p.m. whyy.org The latest local headlines from WHYY…
(2026-07-22). Excavation underway at home in Philadelphia's Olney section amid ongoing investigation. whyy.org This story originally appeared on Investigators are back out at a home in Philadelphia's Olney section on Wednesday that has drawn the attention of several law enforcement agencies. | Philadelphia police said they are excavating a pipe at the residence along the 400 block of Chew Avenue, with the assistance of the FBI and water department. | Once they have removed the pipe, officials say it will then be examined by forensics. | This comes after sources said cad…
(2026-07-22). US, Saudi Arabia set to sign nuclear agreement: What to know. al-monitor.com The agreement would allow US companies to build uranium enrichment facilities in Saudi Arabia for its civilian nuclear program.
(2026-07-22). Régis Debray: Metamorphoses. newleftreview.org Reflections on having lived the passage from one age to another, as prospects give way to retrospects, pages to screens and time to space. With the close of one century, the onset of the next provides an occasion to take stock of what has been lost—and what gained—in the transition.
(2026-07-22). Concert marks 25th anniversary of Sino Russian treaty in Harbin. ecns.cn The 70-minute performance featured Russia's Sakha (Yakutia) National Philharmonic Orchestra, Tver Oblast String Quintet, and the Harbin Symphony Orchestra.
(2026-07-22). War against Iran has cost US $37.5bn so far. geo.tv US Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth gestures as he testifies during a Senate Appropriations Committee hearing on US President Donald Trump's supplemental funding request for the Department of Defense, in Washington, DC, US, July 21, 2026. — ReutersPentagon seeking additional funding…
(2026-07-22). Moms of Black babies more likely to be flagged to police over alleged pregnancy drug use. peoplesworld.org 
The mothers of Black newborns are more likely than those of White newborns to be referred to law enforcement over allegations of substance use during pregnancy, according to The Marshall Project's new analysis of child welfare data from eight states. The referrals are often the result of unreliable hospital drug tests performed at childbirth that are easily misinterpreted and …
(2026-07-22). China voices strong dissatisfaction, opposition to EU's fine on AliExpress. ecns.cn China's Ministry of Commerce (MOC) on Wednesday voiced strong dissatisfaction and serious concern over the European Commission's decision to fine AliExpress 550 million euros (about $627 million) under the EU's Digital Services Act.
(2026-07-22). Mohan Bhagwat: Types of Hindus. ummid.com RSS Chief Mohan Bhagwat needs to spell out the validity of his classification of Hindus with the caste system in mind.
(2026-07-22). Man Who Recruited Women For Jeffrey Epstein Found Dead In Home. newsone.com 
Source: ANGELA WEISS / Getty | A man who recruited models for Jeffrey Epstein was found dead in his home near Paris. So anyway, what are y'all doing for lunch today? |
(2026-07-22). Amnesty International calls for investigation into Pakistani strikes in Kabul. al-monitor.com By Mohammad Yunus Yawar and Rick NoackKABUL/ISLAMABAD, July 22 (Reuters) – Amnesty International on Wednesday called for an investigation into Pakistani airstrikes in Kabul four months ago, labeling them a "possible war crime."The strikes killed at least 269 civilians and injured 122 more on March 16, the United Nations Assistance Mission in Afghanistan (UNAMA) said previously. UNAMA and the Taliban-run government accused Pakistan of having struck a drug rehabilitation center. Pakistan claimed its strikes that night had targeted "military and terrorist infrastructure."
(2026-07-22). Republicans Push Voter ID by Comparing It to Olive Garden's "Pasta Pass" truthout.org In a press conference this week, House Majority Leader Steve Scalise (R-Louisiana) pushed for voter ID laws, citing the fact that private industries sometimes require identification — including the Olive Garden. "Show a picture to vote — not a complicated subject," Scalise said, adding, "Nowadays, if you want to go to Olive Garden to get unlimited pasta, you gotta show a picture ID."… |
(2026-07-22). Israeli Forces Detain Then Release Multiple Locals in Southwest Syria. news.antiwar.com Israeli incursions into southwest Syria continued today, with some reports of incursions into the Quneitra Governorate but substantially more reported in and around western Daraa, where multiple detentions were reported. A young man who was reported captured in Quneitra near the border with the occupied Golan Heights on Monday. After more than 24 hours in …
(2026-07-22). Home Affairs Minister directs efforts to reducing red tape, digitalisation. sanews.gov.za Home Affairs Minister directs efforts to reducing red tape, digitalisation | Home Affairs Minister Leon Schreiber says South Africa is accelerating efforts to build a digital-first department, with expanded access to identity services, a growing electronic travel authorisation system and further reforms planned for the country's immigration regime. | Speaking at the Xpatweb Annual Global Mobility Conference on Tuesday, Schreiber said the department was moving beyond plans for reform and was now focused on implementation, positioning Home Affairs as an economic enabler that could support investment, tourism, criti…
(2026-07-22). Graphic evidence shown as D4vd murder hearing begins. aljazeera.com Hearing in singer D4vd's murder case begins.
(2026-07-22). International Criminal Court members to vote on firing prosecutor Khan over alleged misconduct. tribune.com.pk 
Member states of the International Criminal Court (ICC) will vote on Friday on whether to fire chief prosecutor Karim Khan for alleged sexual misconduct in a case that has damaged the tribunal's credibility at a time when the US has ramped up its attacks on the court. | Khan, 56, denies any wrongdoing. The vote on his fate comes just a week after Washington announced a renewed diplomatic campaign to dismantle the ICC, which it says is a threat to US sovereignty. | "The court is already in a precarious state," Mark Ellis, the executive director of the International Bar Association and a longtime ‚&A…
(2026-07-22). GOP leaders in N.J. pounce on voter registration glitch, blame Democrats. whyy.org From Camden and Cherry Hill to Trenton and the Jersey Shore, what about life in New Jersey do you want WHYY News to cover? Republican state Sen. Joseph Pennacchio, R-Morris, is formally requesting the U.S. Department of Justice to immediately launch an investigation into the New Jersey Motor Vehicle Commission's automatic voter registration system. | The request comes after Gov. Mikie Sherrill
(2026-07-22). Death toll from blast at Indian hydroelectric project rises to 20 people. aljazeera.com Rescuers say flooding and toxic gas in the collapsed tunnel make it unlikely any remaining trapped workers survived.
(2026-07-22). Beijing's digital economy expands 7.8% in H1. ecns.cn Beijing's digital economy grew 7.8% year on year in the first half of 2026, with core digital industries increasing 9.8%, driving overall economic growth, according to local authorities.
(2026-07-22). Second congo virus case reported this year. tribune.com.pk 
A 22-year-old man from Quetta has tested positive for Crimean-Congo Hemorrhagic Fever (CCHF), making it the second confirmed Congo virus case reported in the country this year, hospital officials said on Wednesday. | According to the Jinnah Postgraduate Medical Centre (JPMC), the patient, identified as Rahmatullah, was brought to the hospital after suffering from fever and recurrent nosebleeds for two days. Medical examinations revealed critically low platelet and haemoglobin levels, along with significantly elevated liver enzymes. A Congo PCR test was conducted alongside other investigations, and the result c…
(2026-07-22). Saudi Arabia launches multiple-entry Umrah Visa. ummid.com In another move to ease travel to The Two Holy Cities – Makkah al Mukarramah and Madinah al Munawwarah, Saudi Arabia has introduced multiple-entry Umrah Visa.
(2026-07-22). Why India is Failings Its Activists on Hunger Strikes? ummid.com The present regime has repeatedly shown itself willing to absorb prolonged public criticism, withstand moral condemnation and allow protests to dissipate without making substantive concessions.
(2026-07-22). Austria turns Adolf Hitler's birthplace into police station. aljazeera.com Austrian politicians hope the change will prevent neo-Nazis from visiting the building as a place of pilgrimage.
(2026-07-22). Loving sports in an age of authoritarians: A conversation with Dave Zirin and Jules Boykoff. therealnews.com 
For many around the US and around the world, the World Cup was a welcome distraction from the dismal state of the world and the daily overwhelm of relentless war, corruption, fascism, and disaster. But the games were also an uncomfortable reminder that, no matter how much we love sports and want them to be an escape from politics and the pain of living in a broken society, there is no way to truly escape those things, and the manufactured illusion that sports are an escape from political reality is just that: an illusion. | At a live event hosted on July 16, 2026, at Chilo's bar in New York City, TRNN Edito…
(2026-07-22). US plans to announce nuclear agreement with Saudi Arabia: reports. geo.tv President Donald Trump and Saudi Crown Prince and Prime Minister Mohammed Bin Salman shake hands during a Memorandum of Understanding signing ceremony at the Royal Court in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, May 13, 2025. — ReutersPact expected to boost US nuclear industry.Deal lacks nuclear…
(2026-07-22). NEET UG 2026 Re-Exam Result Out – Full List of Toppers. ummid.com Aryan Gupta of Punjab and Panshul Bansal of Haryana have jointly secured the Top Rank in the NEET UG 2026 Re-Exam the result of which is announced today i.e. Thursday July 16, 2026.
(2026-07-22). WHYY Newscast for Wednesday, 9:00 a.m. whyy.org The latest local headlines from WHYY…
(2026-07-22). India's Rahul Gandhi speaks out after release. aljazeera.com Indian opposition leader Rahul Gandhi has spoken out publicly for the first time since he was arrested during protests.
(2026-07-22). Beyond tariffs: What holds back Türkiye—ASEAN trade. moderndiplomacy.eu A Turkish manufacturer finds a distributor in Southeast Asia. The buyer likes the product, the price is acceptable and the first order appears close. Then the real work begins. The product may require another safety test. The label may need to be redesigned. A certificate accepted in Europe may not satisfy the national regulator. The …
(2026-07-22). Advanced Iranian missile capacity poses 'problem' for US amid strikes on Gulf, American troops: report. tribune.com.pk 
Advanced Iranian missile capacity poses a "problem" for the US military in the Middle East amid Tehran's strikes on Gulf nations and American troops, CBS News reported Tuesday. | When Iranian missiles reach their targets, it means US and allied air defences either failed to intercept them or failed to detect them in time, the report said. | After an Iranian strike on Muwaffaq Salti Air Base in Jordan killed two US soldiers and left one missing, Secretary of State Marco Rubio said, "One leaked through," adding: "A missile got through. We shot down almost all the missiles. One leaked through … it's heartbreaki…
(2026-07-22). 'Institutions fail to cooperate in Gul Plaza fire probe'. tribune.com.pk 
The investigation into the Gul Plaza fire case has been hindered by a lack of cooperation from government departments, the investigating officer (IO) told a sessions court on Wednesday. | DSP Aamir Waraich, appointed on court orders to reinvestigate the case, submitted a progress report before the court of the additional district and sessions judge (South), stating that multiple public institutions had failed to respond to official correspondence. | According to the report, letters were sent to at least eight institutions – including the Sindh Building Control Authority (SBCA), Karachi Metropolitan Corporation…
(2026-07-22). The Indian football tournament where goats replace trophies. aljazeera.com GOATs are not players, but prizes at this football tournament in eastern India.
(2026-07-22). Somalia claims it killed senior Shabaab leader. longwarjournal.org Somalia said that it and "international partners" killed Maalin Jinow Ibrahim, a reported co-founder of Shabaab and a member of its central shura council, in a targeted operation earlier this month. However, Al Qaeda's branch for East Africa has yet to confirm his death.
(2026-07-22). Supporters rally for embattled DA Krasner following Supreme Court decision and accusations of mishandling post-conviction cases. whyy.org 
(2026-07-22). Navy Picks RAACM-ER Low-Cost Cruise Missile For Program To Help Arm Allies. twz.com 
(2026-07-22). Kerala Plus Two SAY Result 2026 Today: Time, Link to Check. ummid.com The Kerala DHSE (Directorate of Higher Secondary Education) is declaring Class 12 (Plus Two) 2026 SAY (Save a Year or Improvement) June 2026 Exam results on its official as well as associate websites today i.e. Saturday July 18, 2026.
(2026-07-22). Media avoids Israel's sadism like a crocodile-infested moat. asiapacificreport.nz 
COMMENTARY: By Jeremy Rose Israel's Environment Ministry has removed the protected status of Nile crocodiles to allow them to be used in a moat guarding the country's largest detainment camp, a move requested by National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir. The story has been widely covered by Israel's English-language press, alternative media worldwide, and news sites…
(2026-07-22). Delaware declares measles outbreak as cases quickly climb to 4. whyy.org From Philly and the Pa. suburbs to South Jersey and Delaware, what would you like WHYY News to cover? Delaware health officials have identified at least four cases of measles All cases so far have been among unvaccinated adult men in Kent County. | Prior to July 20, Delaware had not recorded a single measles case in over a decade. This cluster of infections is happening at a time when…
(2026-07-22). Home Affairs expands digital banking partnership. sanews.gov.za Home Affairs expands digital banking partnership | South Africans now have more than double the number of locations where they can apply for a Smart ID Card, following the expansion of the Department of Home Affairs' Digital Partnership with Absa, which also includes the launch of the country's first bank-based Home Affairs mobile unit. | Absa becomes the fourth banking partner to join the Department's Digital Partnership, with the new mobile unit set to bring secure Smart ID services directly to remote, peri-urban, and previously underserved communities. The initiative is aimed at extending access to Home Affair…
(2026-07-22). China adds 6.95 million new urban jobs in first half. ecns.cn China created 6.95 million new urban jobs in the first half of 2026, flat year on year, with the surveyed urban unemployment rate averaging 5.2%, the Ministry of Human Resources and Social Security said Wednesday.
(2026-07-22). Stop Police ICE Terror! People's Self Defense Against Racist, Anti-Worker Terror Is a Human Right! wibailoutpeople.org 
(2026-07-22). Lebanese court sentences Dr Food to life with labour in absentia. newarab.com 
Social media and According to the text of the ruling, the contents of which were leaked last Thursday, the co…
(2026-07-22). The economic benefits of prescribed burning across Australia. onlineopinion.com.au It's winter and bushfires are rare, which is just the time when we should worry about them the most.
(2026-07-22). Anton Jà§ger: Hyperpolitics in Command? newleftreview.org A diagnosis of the scrambled political culture of today's Atlantic elites, with Trump read as symptom as much as cause. Can the concept of hyperpolitics help to decipher the strategic incoherence and foreshortened horizons of the West's fractious ruling-class blocs?
(2026-07-22). You Have Nothing to Lose But Your Supply Chains! publicbooks.org "Logistics," warns Susan Zieger, "reveals how the illicit economy is the legitimate economy: the nature of free trade prevents the two from ever being separated."
(2026-07-22). 'Justice for Lorenzo' protests disrupt Houston council meeting. aljazeera.com Protesters shouted 'Justice for Lorenzo' at a Houston, Texas, city council meeting on Tuesday after an ICE shooting.
(2026-07-22). China to equip 90% ports with smart inspection devices by 2030. ecns.cn Authorities said more high-tech devices including smart scanners and inspection robots will be deployed to reduce manual inspections and cargo dwell time. Systems will integrate temperature monitoring, radiation detection and baggage screening for faster passenger clearance.
(2026-07-22). Mamdani says New York can't arrest 'war criminal' Netanyahu on ICC warrant. geo.tv New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani speaks about Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu at an unknown location, in this still image taken from handout video released July 21, 2026. — Reuters Mamdani calls on federal officials to step in and execute warrant.Calls Netanyahu…
(2026-07-22). 'Just want to go back': Lebanese await return as army enters 'pilot zone'. aljazeera.com Lebanese army deploys into southern Lebanon's Zawtar al-Gharbiya as implementation of US-brokered framework deal begins.
(2026-07-22). What the cyclospora outbreak reveals about our food system. whyy.org How can we build a more resilient food safety system? What steps can consumers take to protect themselves at home? | (Photo via Canva)…
(2026-07-22). India opposition leader released after protest detention. geo.tv Indian opposition leader Rahul Gandhi is detained by police during a sit-in protest outside Prime Minister Narendra Modi's residence, demanding accountability for police action against students, in New Delhi, India, July 21, 2026.— Reuters 60 civilians,…
(2026-07-22). The dark green lobby that nobody talks about. wattsupwiththat.com There is a highly influential lobbying group in Europe, founded and based in The Hague, which you have never heard of: the European Climate Foundation. With an annual budget of hundreds of millions of euros, funded by American billionaires, it successfully lobbies for climate neutrality in Europe. Yet the media remains deafeningly silent on this group.
(2026-07-22). Five suspects killed in Peshawar encounters. tribune.com.pk 
Five alleged hardened criminals were killed and two others were arrested in injured condition during separate police encounters carried out across six areas of Peshawar as part of an ongoing crackdown on street crime and organised criminal networks. | The operations were conducted on the directives of Capital City Police Officer (CCPO) Dr Mian Saeed in the jurisdictions of Gulbahar, Phandu, Pahari Pura, Shahpur, Mathra and Regi police stations. | According to police, the deceased suspects were identified as Yousaf, Usman, Ahsan, Siddiqullah alias Malik and Naeem. Police claimed they were accidentally killed by…
(2026-07-22). Microsoft's sustainability report discloses 80% emissions increase since 2020, reveals energy demand rivaling Denmark, leaves out massive new fossil gas buildout that will double company's pollution: analysis. mronline.org 
Stand.earth analysis finds Microsoft's energy-growth rate fastest among competitors, pollution growing 20% year-over-year.
(2026-07-22). 2 workers injured at Camden's troubled scrap metal facility. whyy.org This story is part of the From the Poconos to the Jersey Shore to the mouth of the Delaware Bay, what do you want to know about climate change? What would you like us to cover?
| Two men working at EMR's scrap metal recycling complex in Camden's Waterfront South neighborhood were hurt in an industrial accident Saturday night and were transported to Cooper University Hospital. | The incident occurred days after a judge had allowed th…
(2026-07-22). HKIA reports robust passenger, cargo growth in first half. ecns.cn Hong Kong International Airport (HKIA) recorded steady growth in both passenger and cargo traffic in the first half of this year, according to data released by the Airport Authority Hong Kong (AAHK) on Monday.
(2026-07-22). Trump Administration Prosecutes US Scientists Amid Severe Ebola Epidemic. truthout.org HAMILTON, Mont. — The Trump administration has stepped up arrests and public condemnation of federal scientists studying viruses as the world faces one of its worst Ebola epidemics. In June, Vincent Munster, an infectious disease researcher at the National Institutes of Health, was charged with bringing biological specimens into the U.S. without proper documents. Weeks later, Sen. |
(2026-07-22). Qixingping Tunnel breakthrough advances Xi'an—Chongqing HSR. ecns.cn The Qixingping Tunnel, a major control project on the Kangyu section of the Xi'an—Chongqing High-Speed Railway, was completed Monday, marking significant progress on the line.
(2026-07-22). Belarus' grain harvest continues to move forward. eng.belta.by Belarusian farmers have harvested grain and leguminous crops (excluding corn, buckwheat, and millet) from 16% of the areas.
(2026-07-22). Lukashenko congratulates Georgian president on his 55th birthday. eng.belta.by Aleksandr Lukashenko wished Mikheil Kavelashvili strong health, wisdom in decision-making, and new achievements for the benefit of Georgia and its citizens.
(2026-07-22). Banyana Banyana prepare for WAFCON 2026 opener. sanews.gov.za Banyana Banyana prepare for WAFCON 2026 opener | Banyana Banyana are fine-tuning their preparations in Morocco ahead of their CAF Women's Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON 2026) opening match against Tanzania. | "We've had two sessions now trying to acclimatise to the heat as we are coming from a cold South Africa, but fortunately, for now, it's not as hot as it was last year. We had really good sessions, and now we are looking forward to the rest of the week," Head Coach, Dr Desiree Ellis said, on Tuesday. | The tournament will be staged in Morocco from 26 July to 16 August 2026, with South Africa drawn in Group B…
(2026-07-22). Trump approves landmark nuclear deal with Saudi Arabia: report. tribune.com.pk 
United States President Donald Trump has formally approved a landmark agreement with Saudi Arabia that will provide the country with a civilian nuclear program, The Wall Street Journal reported Tuesday. | Citing US officials, the Journal said the deal, which would last 30 years, is estimated to be worth tens of billions of dollars. | According to the report, it is designed to give American companies a central role in developing Saudi Arabia's nuclear infrastructure while shutting out other foreign competitors. One of the key components of the new deal would involve American firms building a uranium enrichment…
(2026-07-22). U.S. announces 'counterterrorism' push against leftist groups, pro-Palestine voices. mronline.org 
Secretary of State Rubio announced the new 'counterterrorism' strategy during a conference in Washington despite the lack of evidence showing a threat from left-wing groups.
(2026-07-22). Europe's China Dilemma: The New Geopolitics of Free Trade. moderndiplomacy.eu Over the past five years, the European Union has quietly built the largest network of modern free trade agreements in the world. New Zealand, Kenya, Australia, the Mercosur bloc, Singapore, Indonesia, India, and overhauled deals with Chile, Ukraine, and Mexico. Together these agreements now set the rules for close to a third of global GDP. …
(2026-07-22). Constable martyred in Waziristan ambush. tribune.com.pk 
A police constable was martyred after unidentified armed assailants opened fire on him in an ambush in the Sarwekai area of Upper South Waziristan on Wednesday. | Muharrir Constable Muhammad Mehran, who was posted at the Sarwekai Police Station, was on his way to perform official duty when unidentified attackers lying in wait opened fire near a seasonal stream close to Moula Khan Sarai. He sustained critical injuries and died on the spot. | Soon after the incident, police and other law enforcement personnel rushed to the scene, cordoned off the area, collected evidence, and launched a search operation to appre…
(2026-07-22). From Adoption to Action: A New Council of Europe Recommendation on Peace Education by, with and for Young People. worldbeyondwar.org 
On July 8, 2026, the Council of Europe adopted Recommendation CM/Rec(2026)11 on Peace Education by, with and for Young People. #WorldBEYONDWar…
(2026-07-22). Close to 1mn Muslims visited Makkah in first 15 days of Umrah Season 1448H. ummid.com Close to one million Muslims from around the world visited Makkah al Mukarramah to perform Umrah in the first 15 days of the new Umrah Season 1448AH.
(2026-07-22). Algeria evacuates residents as wildfires spread in Annaba province. tribune.com.pk 
Algerian authorities evacuated residents from areas threatened by wildfires and cleared a hospital in the town of Seraidi in the eastern province of Annaba late Tuesday as firefighters continued efforts to contain the blazes. | The General Directorate of Civil Protection said in a statement that wildfires spread rapidly in Seraidi due to record-high temperatures and strong winds, adding that all available personnel and equipment had been mobilised to bring the situation under control. | Evacuations included residents living in threatened areas, while patients at Seraidi Hospital were transferred to safe locati…
(2026-07-22). Inside Rupert Lowe's Restore Britain With Neo-Nazis, Reform Defectors and Associated Rogues. bylinetimes.com When he launched Restore Britain back in 2025, Since then, what began as a mere pressure group has transformed into a fully-fledged political party, and despite overtures to cross-party appeal, Restore Britain is amassing an extreme support base among its members…
(2026-07-22). Trump attends dignified transfer of four US troops killed in Middle East. tribune.com.pk 
United States President Donald Trump on Wednesday attended the dignified transfer of four American service members killed in the war with Iran. | The bodies of 1st Lt Tyler Feehan, Sgt Michael Swinton, Sgt Angel Rampersad and Pvt Isabella Gonzales were received by Trump and their families at Dover Air Force Base in the state of Delaware. | Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth and Joint Chiefs of Staff Chair Gen Dan Caine were also in attendance. | Asked what he will say to the families of the fallen service members, Trump said, "All I'm going to say is 'we love you, we love your child.' And what's what they are to t…
(2026-07-22). 'Judging Freedom' edition of 21 July 2026: How much longer can Russia fight? gilbertdoctorow.com It was very enjoyable to be back with Judge Napolitano today following his return from vacation. Our chat covered a great many of the questions surrounding the state of the Russia-Ukraine war today: whether the Russians are truly winning on the ground or are being pushed back and losing territory as out-going Ukrainian commander General …
(2026-07-22). 27 missing, including 11 children, after two boats capsize off Papua New Guinea. asiapacificreport.nz 
RNZ Pacific reporters Concern is mounting for up to 27 people missing at sea in Papua New Guinea's Islands region. Bad weather has hampered the search for the crew on at least two boats who were registered as missing on Saturday. The incident involved several staff of the East New Britain Provincial Health Authority and…
(2026-07-22). Turning the tide on industrial pollution. tribune.com.pk 
Pakistan's worsening water scarcity and industrial pollution have inspired a young innovator to develop a portable wastewater treatment system capable of transforming contaminated industrial water into reusable water, offering industries a cost-effective and environmentally friendly alternative. | The project, titled Industrial Wastewater Treatment from Electrocoagulation System, was developed by student Noor Ahmed Ismail under the supervision of Dr Sameera Noreen. It employs advanced electrocoagulation and electrolysis technologies to remove pollutants, chemicals and other harmful substances from industrial w…
(2026-07-22). Endangerment Finding Litigation Update. wattsupwiththat.com So here we are on July 21, more than five months since the case began. The court has not issued a decision on either of these preposterous "procedural" motions. And while we await those decisions, there is no scheduling order as to when the real briefing in the case will begin or end.
(2026-07-22). Man held over Russia visa scam. tribune.com.pk 
The Federal Investigation Agency's (FIA) Anti-Human Trafficking Circle, Rawalpindi, claimed on Wednesday to have arrested a suspect accused of defrauding a citizen of Rs1.07 million by falsely promising to arrange a work visa for Russia. The recovered amount has been returned in full to the complainant. | According to FIA officials, FIA Islamabad Zone Director Shehzad Nadeem Bukhari ordered an inquiry after receiving a complaint from the father of Muhammad Zahid, who alleged that his son had been cheated by the suspect on the pretext of securing overseas employment. | Following the completion of Inquiry No 109…
(2026-07-22). UN rights chief condemns Nicaragua's decision to abolish elections. aljazeera.com UN rights chief condemns worsening repression in Nicaragua, urging the restoration of freedoms and the rule of law.
(2026-07-22). Jack Copley: Rentier Regimes. newleftreview.org Jack Copley on Timothy Mitchell, The Alibi of Capital. Capital re-conceptualized as terraforming expropriation of the future.
(2026-07-22). Hegseth: "Greatest Threat" to US Would Be Failing to Give Pentagon $1.5T Budget. truthout.org On Tuesday, Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth said that the "greatest threat" that the U.S. faces is not the historic affordability crisis, institutionalized corruption, or rapid erosion of basic rights, but rather the prospect that the Pentagon — and the military contractors who profit from its contracts — may not get a half trillion-dollar raise next year. During his testimony to the Senate… |
(2026-07-22). Spain Decimates Argentina, Lifts 2026 FIFA World Cup. ummid.com In a one-sided match virtually, Spain defeated the reigning champions, Argentina, in the final and lifted the 2026 FIFA World Cup Sunday July 19, 2026.
(2026-07-22). AJK to have polls in three phases. tribune.com.pk 
The Azad Jammu and Kashmir Election Commission (AJKEC) on Tuesday revised the schedule for the 2026 Legislative Assembly elections, announcing that the polling will now be held in three phases to ensure peaceful, transparent and secure elections across the region. | Announcing the revised election programme at a news conference, Chief Election Commissioner Justice (retd) Ghulam Mustafa Mughal said the decision was taken after consultations with all major political parties. | Under the revised schedule polling in the 13 constituencies of Mirpur Division will be held as originally planned on July 27. | Voting in…
(2026-07-22). Global Mechanism on ICTs: Statement on international law. icrc.org Statement delivered by Noa Schreuer, Legal Adviser, at the first substantial plenary session of the UN Global Mechanism on ICTs, New York, 22 July 2026.
(2026-07-22). US regulators to weigh controversial peptides backed by RFK Jr. aljazeera.com FDA has questioned the evidence as demand surges for the compounds promoted for sleep, muscle growth, and anti-ageing.
(2026-07-22). Thousands in Sudan are facing life and death sentences. newarab.com 
The charge of collaborating with the other side in the conflict, with the threat of death sentences, is now part of a long list of abuses committed by both parties to the war in Amid worsening crises that includes displacement, refuge, dwindling food supplies, and the spread of hunger and disease that millions have endured throughout the years of conflict, the two sides in
(2026-07-22). At Least 1.5 Million Kids Have Lost Food Assistance Under Republican Budget Law. truthout.org At least 1.5 million children have lost Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program benefits since US President Donald Trump signed the Republican budget package into law last summer, enacting the largest cuts to federal food aid in the nation's history. The new estimate of food aid loss among children comes from the Center on Budget and Policy Priorities (CBPP), which said Tuesday that SNAP… |
(2026-07-22). China handles 34.17b cross-regional passenger trips in the first half of 2026. ecns.cn China handled 34.17 billion cross-regional passenger trips in the first half of 2026, the Ministry of Transport said on Wednesday.
(2026-07-22). UK Column News — 22nd July 2026. thealtworld.com Mike Robinson, Charles Malet, and Vanessa Beeley present today's UK Column News.
(2026-07-22). Hitler's birthplace begins new life as a police station. tribune.com.pk 
The building where Adolf Hitler was born, near the Austrian border with Germany, officially began a new life as a police station on Wednesday, a conversion Austria's government hopes will prevent it from serving as a place of pilgrimage for neo-Nazis. | After years of debate about the large, traditional terraced house in the town of Braunau am Inn, which was in private ownership and had housed a charity for people with disabilities, Austria made a compulsory purchase in 2017 and announced in 2019 it would be remodelled and turned into a police station. | Even before ‚Ä&ati…
(2026-07-22). Gandhi demands Modi's resignation. tribune.com.pk 
India's main opposition leader, Rahul Gandhi, demanded on Tuesday that Prime Minister Narendra Modi step down over the police crackdown against student protests calling for reforms in the education system. | Modi must resign "for destroying the future of India's youth", the Congress Party leader said in a | post on social media as he led a march with other lawmakers towards the prime minister's residence in New Delhi. | "The government doesn't want to take any accountability, nor does it want to have a debate on it in parliament," said Gandhi, the leader of the opposition in the lower house. | Gandhi later sta…
(2026-07-22). Food officials suspended over 'collusion' with wheat hoarders. tribune.com.pk 
Sindh Food Minister Makhdoom Mehboob Zaman has suspended five Food Department officials from Khairpur after an inquiry uncovered alleged collusion with wheat hoarders during the province-wide crackdown against illegal stockpiling. | The action was taken in light of a detailed inquiry report submitted by the Sukkur commissioner, which accused the officials of allegedly leaking confidential information about planned raids, colluding with hoarders and obstructing government operations. | The suspended officials include Food Supervisors Shafaat Baloch (Nara), Nadeem Ahmed Sheikh (Gambat), Khalil Ahmed Memon (Gamba…
(2026-07-22). Sindh on high alert for Chehlum as security tightened. tribune.com.pk 
Home Minister Ziaul Hassan Lanjar on Wednesday reviewed security, traffic management and civic arrangements for the Chehlum of Hazrat Imam Hussain (RA). | The meeting was attended by senior officials, including the home secretary, advocate general, IG, Karachi commissioner, AIG Karachi, CTD officials, Special Branch DIG, representatives of Pakistan Rangers Sindh, KMC, Water Board and Rescue 1122. | Officials from police, Rangers, district administration and other departments gave detailed briefings on security plans, traffic control, emergency response, sanitation and water supply arrangements for processions…
(2026-07-22). Ex-IG Explains Why Delhi Police Action Against Students Must be Probed. ummid.com The use of force by personnel in plain clothes against students and children during the 'Parliament March' held at Jantar Mantar on July 20, 2026 was Illegal, Unlawful, Excessive, Punitive, and Repressive.
(2026-07-22). Lukashenko congratulates People's Artist of Russia Oleg Gazmanov on birthday. eng.belta.by Your songs unite people of different generations and nationalities, filling the hearts of devoted fans with optimism, creative energy, and love for the Motherland, the head of state noted.
(2026-07-22). Brontanax Fighter Drone Is The UK's Big Leap Into Collaborative Combat Aircraft. twz.com 
BAE Systems revealed the Brontanax today, a new The Brontanax prototype was presented today at the Farnborough International Airshow in England, during an event a…
(2026-07-22). 'University road faces monsoon risk'. tribune.com.pk 
Warning that ongoing infrastructure works have left one of Karachi's busiest corridors vulnerable during the monsoon, Gulshan-e-Iqbal Town Chairman Dr Fawad Ahmed cautioned that University Road could become "a disaster waiting to happen" if heavy rains strike before the completion of construction projects. | Speaking at a crowded press conference at the Gulshan-e-Iqbal Town Municipal Corporation's council hall, Dr Ahmed expressed concern over the delayed reconstruction of the stretch between Hassan Square and Nipa, saying excavation work under the Red Line BRT project has left the road riddled with pits and ha…
(2026-07-22). Pa. Medicaid now covers abortion, but for how long? AG, pro-life groups wage an appeals fight. whyy.org From Philly and the Pa. suburbs to South Jersey and Delaware, what would you like WHYY News to cover? Pennsylvania Medicaid, also known as The taxpayer-funded health insurance program for people with low incomes is paying for the procedures as of July 16. The change follows an
(2026-07-22). Oman's Foreign Minister To The West: You've Been Containing The Wrong Country. scheerpost.com Mitchell Plitnick, Mondoweiss. In a Le Monde op-ed, Oman's Badr al-Busaidi argues the West's decades-long policy of "containing" Iran was always misguided. And that the true threat comes from Tel Aviv. Al-Busaidi pushes for a new security order built around regional states. Omani Foreign Minister Badr al-Busaidi penned an op-ed for the French outlet Le Monde on Tuesday. The article …
(2026-07-22). "Humanitarian challenges today are global, and so must be the solutions" icrc.org Launch of the 2025 Beijing Symposium Report…
(2026-07-22). China records year's first 50‚ÑÉ reading. ecns.cn A national-level meteorological station at Ayding Lake in Turpan, Xinjiang, recorded 50‚ÑÉ on Tuesday, the highest temperature reported by any national-level station in China so far this year, according to China Weather Network.
(2026-07-22). China to build national zero carbon factories, computing facilities. ecns.cn China will begin building national level zero carbon factories and computing facilities, the Ministry of Industry and Information Technology said Wednesday.
(2026-07-22). AOC: US-Israeli Military Integration Measure "Existential Threat" to Democracy. truthout.org Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez (D-New York) issued a stark warning this week about a congressional measure that would merge the U.S. and Israel's military technology industrial complexes, saying that it represents an "existential threat" to U.S. democracy. The provision — called the "U.S.-Israel Defense Technology Cooperation Initiative," or Section 219 — is included in the 2027 National… |
(2026-07-22). When 'Self Hand-Cuffed' Rahul Gandhi Shocked Narendra Modi. ummid.com Intensifying the party's protest against the union government, Rahul Gandhi Tuesday July 21, 2026 marched to the official residence of Prime Minister Modi and sat on a dharna along with Party President Mallikarjun Kharge, Kerala CM VD Satheesan, Karnataka CM DK Shivakumar and other Congress MPs and leaders.
(2026-07-22). Hong Kong Book Fair closes with 990,000 visits across three concurrent events. ecns.cn The 36th Hong Kong Book Fair closed Tuesday alongside the 9th Hong Kong Sports and Leisure Expo and the 6th Snack World, together drawing 990,000 visitors over seven days, the Hong Kong Trade Development Council said.
(2026-07-22). US measles cases hit 2,260 as vaccine exemptions fuel worst outbreak in decades. nationofchange.org With summer travel accelerating transmission and childhood immunization rates sliding, public-health analysts warn the nation is on track to forfeit the measles elimination status it has held since 2000.
(2026-07-22). Digital reforms reshape Pindi BISE. tribune.com.pk 
The Rawalpindi Board of Intermediate and Secondary Education (BISE) has "dismantled" the cheating mafia, introduced a one-window system to resolve public complaints, and upgraded the paper-marking process to ensure greater transparency and merit. | Rawalpindi BISE Chairman Professor Dr Iqbal Mahmood claimed this while talking to The Express Tribune. | He vowed to transform the board into one of Punjab's leading examination authorities through digital governance, automation, computerisation and a modern command and control system, while reaffirming a zero-tolerance policy against examination malpractice. | "The…
(2026-07-22). Gold rises for second consecutive day, reaches Rs433,836 per tola. tribune.com.pk 
Gold and silver prices increased in both international and domestic markets on Wednesday, driven by gains in the global bullion market. In the international bullion market, the price of gold rose by $46 to $4,114 per ounce. | According to the All-Pakistan Gems and Jewellers Sarafa Association (APGJSA), in the local market, the price of 24-carat gold increased by Rs4,600 per tola to Rs433,836. The price of 10 grams of gold also climbed by Rs3,944 to Rs371,944. | Meanwhile, silver prices recorded modest gains in the local market. The price of silver per tola rose by Rs7 to Rs6,403, while the price of 10 grams of…
(2026-07-22). What's behind India's 'cockroach' youth protests? tribune.com.pk 
Thousands of supporters of India's youth-led "cockroach" movement have been camping in the capital, New Delhi, to demand the resignation of Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan, in the biggest public challenge to Prime Minister Narendra Modi in his third term. | Here is a look at what sparked the protests and the situation now. | Why do protesters want Pradhan to quit? | The immediate trigger for the demonstrations was the cancellation of the National Eligibility cum Entrance Test (NEET), India's undergraduate medical school entrance exam, after its question papers were found to have been…
(2026-07-22). DTE Maha Direct 2nd Year Diploma 2026 Round 1 Allotment – Steps, Link. ummid.com The DTE Maharashtra is publishing on its official website dsd26.dtemaharashtra.gov.in today i.e. Friday July 17, 2026 CAP Round 1 Seat Allotment result of the candidates who have applied for Admission to Direct Second Post SSC Diploma in Engineering, Technology (Polytechnic) for the academic year 2026-27.
(2026-07-22). Milwaukee, August 9, 2026: Red Magic Art Festival A Celebration of Indigenous Art, Culture and Community. wibailoutpeople.org 
(2026-07-22). Pat Oliphant, prizewinning giant of political cartooning, dies at 90. peoplesworld.org 
(2026-07-22). Teachers at AFT Convention plan multi-front battle against MAGA. peoplesworld.org 
WASHINGTON—Say what you will about the Teachers/AFT, but they're not afraid to speak out on controversial issues. From the war on Iran to Medicare for All, the 3,000 delegates to their convention in mid-July in D.C. pulled no punches. Their just-concluded convention in D.C. included resolutions demanding not just an end to the U.S. war …
(2026-07-22). Pregnant Woman's Roadside Death Triggers Push to Reopen Mississippi Delta Hospital. capitalbnews.org 
This story was originally published on Mississippi Today and KFF Health News. BELZONI, Mississippi — Harmony Ball-Stribling's path to pregnancy had been turbulent, from an endometriosis diagnosis to an arduous in vitro fertilization process and sky-high blood pressure. But as her due date approached in the summer of 2021, her health improved and those storm clouds …
(2026-07-22). Sindh to rein in 'misleading' social media content. tribune.com.pk 
The Sindh government has decided to take measures to curb the spread of negative and misleading propaganda on social media, with a proposal to establish a provincial-level monitoring cell, Senior Minister Sharjeel Inam Memon said on Wednesday. | The decision was taken during a meeting of the Information Department chaired by Sharjeel Memon. The meeting was attended by Secretary Information Kashif Gulzar Shaikh, Director General Information Moez Pirzada, and other senior officials. | Participants reviewed strategies to counter what officials described as coordinated campaigns spreading misinformation and conten…
(2026-07-22). The Chris Hedges Report: Is Iran Becoming Another 'Forever War'? scheerpost.com The Chris Hedges Report. The Trump administration has embroiled the United States in another quagmire, similar to the Vietnam War and recent wars in the Middle East, by going to war against Iran. Now that the June 17th Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with Iran is dead, the US and Iran seem to be stuck in a …
(2026-07-22). Cathy Hughes Dedicates Key To Washington, D.C. To Urban One Employees. newsone.com 
Source: Derek White / Getty | Urban One founder Cathy Hughes joined The QuickSilva Morning Show on 92Q to reflect on receiving the key to Washington, D.C., one of the city's highest honors. | During the conversation with QuickSilva, Porkchop and Chey Parker, Hughes made it clear that she does not view the recognition as hers alone. | "That key belongs to each and every one of us at Urban One," Hughes said. "It represents every employee who does the heavy lifting each and every day." | Washington, D.C. Mayor Muriel Bowser presented Hughes with the key in recognition of her contributions to the city, Black media…
(2026-07-22). Government transfers state plantations to empower communities economically. sanews.gov.za Government transfers state plantations to empower communities economically | The Department of Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment (DFFE) has transferred the management of seven state plantations to beneficiary communities in the Nqadu area, with a further four plantations set to be transferred during the financial year. | To build communities' capacity to manage plantations, the department is facilitating partnerships between beneficiary communities and strategic forestry companies, which will provide investment, technical expertise, skills transfer and access to markets. | "We anticipate concluding these pa…
(2026-07-22). The bloody legacy of Lindsey Graham in the Middle East. newarab.com 
The tributes that followed Lindsey Graham's death predictably described him as a tireless defender of American leadership, a committed internationalist and a politician willing to cross party lines. Benjamin Netanyahu Across the Middle East, his idea of leadership meant invasions, regime change, collective punishment, unconditional support fo…
(2026-07-22). China makes major breakthrough in hybrid rice breeding with high cloning efficiency. ecns.cn China has made a significant advance in hybrid rice breeding, with a research team developing a one-line hybrid rice that achieves a cloning efficiency stably above 99% while setting seed normally, according to Xinhua News Agency.
(2026-07-22). The Story We're Not Telling About El-Obeid: SAF's Human Shields and Trapped Civilians. moderndiplomacy.eu The battle for El-Obeid is being framed almost exclusively as a story of Rapid Support Forces (RSF) encirclement, but an honest reckoning also requires confronting how the Sudanese Armed Forces (SAF) have trapped civilians inside the city, turning them into de facto human shields and obstructing their right to flee. International attention has zeroed in …
(2026-07-22). Is Gentrification Ruining Mexico City's Iconic Lucha Libre? lataco.com The Consejo Mundial de Lucha Libre was accused of gentrifying lucha libre. The truth is more complicated and a sign of many changes happening in wrestling worldwide.
(2026-07-22). Colombia's "Shield of the Americas" to operate from Medellin: De la Espriella. colombiareports.com Medellin will be the home of the US-led "Shield of the Americas" security program, according to Colombia's President-elect Abelardo de la Espriella and Mayor Federico Gutierrez. At a meeting with authorities from the Antioquia province, De la Espriella and Gutierrez agreed that Colombia's second largest city is the "head of the snake of drug trafficking …
(2026-07-22). Delaware obtiene reconocimiento nacional por su vitalidad artística, reflejo de una década de inversión pública. whyy.org Un nuevo informe de
(2026-07-22). "Esclavizó directamente al menos a 26 personas" : un nuevo informe detalla la condición de esclavista de Caesar Rodney en medio del debate sobre el destino de su estatua. whyy.org 
En la primavera de 1776, los hombres, mujeres y niños negros que pertenecían al político de Delaware Caesar Rodney le estaban causando molestias. | "Dada su vil conducta pasada, no tienen derecho a esperar ningún favor ni trato preferencial de mi parte", escribió el dueño de la plantación a su he…
(2026-07-22). Lo scandalo delle "spie russe" in Italia rivela che l'Europa pronta alla guerra. strategic-culture.su L'Italia è entrata a far parte dei Paesi che la Russia deve tenere in considerazione in uno scenario di guerra in Europa, scrive Lorenzo Maria Pacini. | Segue nostro Non è una questione di denaro | Quattromila euro a fascicolo. àà questa la cifra che, secondo le carte dell'inchiesta condotta dai carabinieri del Ros, l'ufficiale del Gru Mikhail Astakhov versava all'ex maresciallo Raoul Gavino Piras, cinquantanove anni, già in servi…
(2026-07-22). "Water will run out:" Colombia declares emergency over upcoming El Niño. colombiareports.com Colombia's government agreed to declare a national emergency over the consequences of El Niño, a climate phenomenon that is expected to bring extreme drought in December. According to the government's environmental institute, IDEAM, this year's Niño could become the worst since the 1950's and will peak between November 2026 an March 2027. During a minister's …
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(2026-07-22). New York City mayor calls Netanyahu 'war criminal,' urges US to enforce ICC arrest warrant. tribune.com.pk New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani called Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu a "war criminal" and urged the United States government to enforce an arrest warrant against him by the International Criminal Court (ICC) if he enters the US. | "Benjamin Netanyahu is a war criminal, the architect of a horrific genocide against the Palestinian people," Mamdani said in a video message Tuesday posted on the US social media platform X. | Benjamin Netanyahu is a war criminal. pic.twitter.com/YRezmW6YVx | — Mayor Zohran Kwame Mamdani (@NYCMayor) July 22, 2026 | He accused Netanyahu of being responsible for th…
(2026-07-22). Do Genocides Have An Ending?: A doctor's diary from Gaza. newarab.com Since 2023, much of what the world has seen on screens has been images of airstrikes and destruction. However, what has remained largely unseen is how Palestinians have endured these difficult conditions inside
(2026-07-22). William Lawrence Is Running in a Purple Michigan District — on His Pro-Palestine Credentials. theintercept.com In key swing districts across the country, Democratic Party leaders have backed centrist candidates with carefully calibrated positions on charged issues such as artificial intelligence and the Israeli-Palestinian conflict. | William Lawrence is running a very different campaign. | In a purple congressional district in Michigan, Lawrence, a co-founder of the progressive Sunrise Movement, is calling for a moratorium on new data centers and labeling Israel's war in Gaza a genocide. | The approach mirrors that of Michigan Democratic Senate candidate Abdul El-Sayed, who has endorsed Lawrence. | Both men are making…
(2026-07-22). Don't Say Israel: Analyzing and Combating Censorship and Propaganda. projectcensored.org On this episode of the Project Censored Show, co-host Mickey Huff speaks with media scholar Robin Andersen about her latest book, The Complicit Lens: US Media's Coverage of Israel's Genocide in Gaza. They discuss the distortions in Western media coverage and the lack of journalistic ethics and accountability among the…
(2026-07-22). Regime Change Mission Foiled: Yemen's Ansarallah Uncover Saudi-Mossad-CIA Espionage Network to Decapitate Resistance Leaders. scheerpost.com Robert Inlakesh and Ahmed AbdulKareem MintPress News Newly leaked documents reveal that while the Yemeni Armed Forces escalated their military campaign and Red Sea Blockade against Israel during the genocide in Gaza, a secret intelligence alliance and a "sophisticated espionage network" were being formed between Saudi intelligence, Israel's Mossad and the CIA inside Riyadh to …
(2026-07-22). Who enabled Israel's genocide? Norman Finkelstein answers. newarab.com Norman Finkelstein's latest book,
(2026-07-22). Trump Threatens To Destroy One Bridge or Power Plant in Iran for Every Ship Targeted in Strait of Hormuz. news.antiwar.com President Trump on Wednesday threatened to destroy one bridge or power plant inside Iran for every ship that's attacked by Iranian forces in the Strait of Hormuz as the US-Iran war continues to rage. "From this point forward, any time the Islamic Republic of Iran shoots at a ship in the Strait of Hormuz, whether …
(2026-07-22). Iran's Dual-Strait Strategy Redefines Global Trade and Maritime Response. ummid.com By coordinating Houthi rebels in Yemen and al-Shabab militants in Somalia, Iran is tactically moving to dominate both sides of the Bab el-Mandeb Strait, duplicating the strategic energy leverage it already holds over the vital Strait of Hormuz.
(2026-07-22). US 'open to diplomacy' with Iran, disputes Iran's 'power' over Strait of Hormuz. tribune.com.pk 
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio said Wednesday that Washington "would love to reach a diplomatic settlement" with Iran, pushing back against the idea that Iran has "power" over the Strait of Hormuz. | Rubio warned that US President Donald Trump has "many options available" if Tehran does not cooperate, and according to Al Jazeera, said regarding the Islamabad Memorandum of Understanding Article 5 that "I don't think that's [power over the Strait] what the MoU says, so that's not the way we interpreted it from the very beginning." | "We understood that to mean that they would ensure that no ships were being b…
(2026-07-22). Trump threatens Iran bridges, power as payback for Hormuz attacks. al-monitor.com US President Donald Trump threatened Wednesday to knock out one Iranian bridge or power plant in return for each attack on shipping in the Strait of Hormuz, warning he was "not finished" with a war that has already cost Washington $37.5 billion. | "Any time the Islamic Republic of Iran shoots at a ship in the Strait of Hormuz, whether it be by Missile, Rocket, Drone, or any other device or weapon, the United States will bomb and destroy ONE BRIDGE OR POWER PLANT," Trump wrote on social media, reiterating his longstanding threat to go after Iranian infrastructure.
(2026-07-22). More Red Sea shipments disrupted as Rubio says Iran not serious about talks. tribune.com.pk 
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio said on Wednesday that Iran was not serious about talks to end their war, as the widening conflict disrupted two of the world's most critical energy chokepoints. | Four tankers carrying Saudi crude to Asia reversed course in the Red Sea on Wednesday, a day after three others had done so, following threats to block Saudi shipping from Yemen's Iran-aligned Houthis, who control the coast on the southern route out. | With Iran already threatening shipping out of the Gulf through the Strait of Hormuz, millions of barrels of Saudi oil per day are heading to ‚Ä&atild…
(2026-07-22). Trump Threatens to Bomb Iranian Civilian Sites, Potential War Crimes. truthout.org In a Truth Social post Wednesday morning, President Donald Trump suggested that he would respond to Iranian attacks on ships in the Strait of Hormuz by bombing civilian infrastructure in Iran, which would constitute a war crime. "From this point forward, any time the Islamic Republic of Iran shoots at a ship in the Strait of Hormuz, whether it be by Missile, Rocket, Drone, or any other device… |
(2026-07-22). Amid supply chain crises, Trump administration targets occupied Western Sahara. peoplesworld.org Facing looming threats of a fertilizer shortage in the United States, the Trump administration issued a declaration on June 29 ordering a temporary suspension of tariffs on phosphate imports from Morocco. Prompted by the closure of the Strait of Hormuz, the Department of Agriculture (USDA) claims the move will reduce fertilizer prices by roughly 20%. …
(2026-07-22). Trump: US will attack Iranian bridge, power plant for every ship targeted in Hormuz. al-monitor.com WASHINGTON, July 22 (Reuters) – President Donald Trump renewed his threats to attack Iranian infrastructure on Wednesday, saying the U.S. would attack a bridge or power planteach time Tehran targets a ship in the Strait of Hormuz."Any time the Islamic Republic of Iran shoots at a ship in the Strait of Hormuz, whether it be by Missile, Rocket, Drone, or any other device or weapon, the United States will bomb and destroy ONE BRIDGE OR POWER PLANT, including those located next to, or in, the Capital City of Tehran," Trump said in a post on Truth Social.
(2026-07-22). Gulf islands: targets in latest fight over Hormuz. al-monitor.com A US missile struck the Iranian island of Larak on Wednesday, the Tasnim news agency reported, in the latest attack to target the Islamic republic's islands in and around the Strait of Hormuz. | – Larak -…
(2026-07-22). Trump Says Images of Bombed Iran School Could Be "AI" But Study Confirms U.S. Killed 140+ in Strike. democracynow.org On February 28, the first day of the U.S.-Israeli war on Iran, missiles landed on Shajareh Tayyebeh primary school in the Iranian city of Minab, in a civilian area near the Strait of Hormuz. At least 121 schoolchildren were killed along with 26 teachers. Forensic Architecture and Sky News analyzed the attack, finding that the neighborhood was bombed a second time while families and rescuers were still on the ground. The Trump administration has repeatedly refused to take responsibility for the school strike, with President Trump even suggesting that images of the destruction were AI-generated. | "There were…
(2026-07-22). Govt mulls fresh austerity measures. tribune.com.pk 
The federal government has begun consultations on possible austerity measures in view of the Iran-US conflict as officials consider a range of cost-cutting steps that could be implemented if tensions between the two countries escalate further, government sources said on Tuesday. | According to the sources, the government is expected to decide on reimposing a number of administrative restrictions as part of its contingency planning. | Among the proposals under consideration is a reduction in the number of weekly working days, although no final decision has yet been taken. | The government is also considering li…
(2026-07-22). Iran Warns US Strike on Nuclear Sites Would Trigger Region-Wide Retaliation. wibailoutpeople.org Iran warned that any US attack on its nuclear facilities would trigger strikes on American interests and allies across the region. Key Developments Iran warned that any US attack on its nuclear or other sensitive facilities would trigger a powerful regional response targeting American interests, as well as those of Washington's allies and supporters. Iran's …
(2026-07-22). After fresh troop deaths, Trump wants to resume peace talks with Iran? Marco Rubio's big update. hindustantimes.com After fresh U.S. troop deaths, Washington is signalling it wants to restart peace talks with Iran, even as strikes enter their 11th straight day. Secretary of State Marco Rubio blames Tehran for past failures but says America is still "ready to talk," while Trump threatens a massive hit on Iran's Pickaxe Mountain nuclear site.
(2026-07-22). US, China to hold AI talks in September, sources say. tribune.com.pk The United States and China will hold talks over AI in September, five people familiar with the matter told Reuters, as the rival superpowers grapple with how to mitigate the risks posed by each other's increasingly powerful frontier models. | The AI talks, a significant outcome of the Trump-Xi summit in May, will likely take place before Chinese President Xi Jinping's planned September 24 visit to the US, said the sources, who asked not to be named as the information is not public. The dates, however, have not been finalised, they said. | As economic, political and military rivals,…
(2026-07-22). US Troops Always Die For The US Alone. scheerpost.com Nate Bear Do Not Panic In the wake of the death of three American troops on a base in Jordan following a retaliatory attack by Iran, I've seen a lot of commentary online stating that they "died for Israel." This idea that Americans are dying for Israel has become an oft-repeated narrative since the US …
(2026-07-22). Iran Declares 'Dark Night' for US Radars, Strikes 3 Bases in Kuwait. orinocotribune.com The Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) reported that it has destroyed multiple US military radar and communications facilities in the region, while the Iranian Army reported drone strikes on three US bases in Kuwait in ongoing retaliation for US violations. | The announcements were made in a series of statements issued early Tuesday, July 21, describing the latest phases of the IRGC's Operation Nasr-1 (Victory) 2 and the Army's Operation Sa'eqeh (Lightning) in response to the United States' renewed aggression against the Islamic Republic. | In its first statement, the IRGC said the second phase of wave 24 of…
(2026-07-22). FO condemns Houthi threats against Saudi Arabia, Red Sea shipping. tribune.com.pk Pakistan on Wednesday "unequivocally" condemned the continued threats issued by the Houthi militia against the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia and commercial shipping in the Red Sea, warning that such actions jeopardise global commerce and regional security, in a statement released by the Foreign Office (FO). | Yemen's Iran-aligned Houthis said on Monday they were imposing a naval blockade on Saudi Arabia, a move that threatens to escalate the conflict in the region and disrupt global energy supply and trade beyond the Gulf. | The Houthis' armed forces, in a statement, said th…
(2026-07-22). Houthi Red Sea Threats: Oil Prices, Inflation at Risk. juancole.com The Conversation) — On Monday, the Iran-backed Houthi rebels in Yemen
(2026-07-22). Headlines for July 22, 2026. democracynow.org Defense Secretary Hegseth Testifies U.S. War on Iran Has Cost $37.5 Billion, Yemen's Houthi Rebels Warn Shipping Companies Against Using Saudi Arabian Ports, Israeli Military Builds Giant Barrier Separating the Portion of the Gaza Strip It Controls, Three Villages in Southern Lebanon Begin to Implement Phased Withdrawal of Israeli Forces, Appeals Court Overturns Decision to Release Palestinian Rights Activist Mohsen Mahdawi, Trump Administration Arrests Record Number of Immigrants in June, Federal Judge Prohibits DHS from Deporting Key Witness in Fatal Shooting of Lorenzo Salgado Araujo, Federal Judge Block…
(2026-07-22). Trump attends return of US soldiers killed in Iran war. al-monitor.com By Jarrett RenshawDOVER AIR FORCE BASE, Delaware, July 22 (Reuters) – U.S. President Donald Trump attended a ceremony for four U.S. service members who returned to American soil in flag-draped caskets on Wednesday after being killed in Iranian attacks in the Middle East.The ceremony, known as a "dignified transfer" of the bodies, comes amid growing frustration with the U.S.-Israeli war with Iran.
(2026-07-22). Smotrich Says US Fighting Iran as Israel Sits Back Is "Best for Us" truthout.org Israeli Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich said this week that his government has "no interest" in rejoining the U.S. in the war on Iran that Israel helped start, saying that the "correct" situation is the current one — in which Israel sits back and watches while the U.S. burns billions of taxpayer dollars committing potential war crimes against Israel's biggest adversary. "When it comes to… |
(2026-07-22). Why Did Iran Target the US Occupation Base at Al-Tanf, Syria? orinocotribune.com By Vanessa Beeley — Jul 19, 2026 | On Friday, July 17, Iran carried out an extensive attack on the US occupation base at Al-Tanf in Syria. A drone and missile strike targeted a US Special Operations Command base in south-eastern Syria..the first strike on Syrian territory since the toppling of the former government in December 2024. | In a statement, the IRGC said its aerospace forces conducted what it described as the 11th phase of "Operation Nasr-2," targeting the strategically located base near Syria's borders with Iraq and Jordan. | The IRGC further claimed the attack destroyed a radar installation and s…
(2026-07-22). ASEAN's AI Boom Has a Geopolitical Due-Diligence Problem. moderndiplomacy.eu In March 2026, Iranian drone strikes damaged Amazon Web Services facilities in the United Arab Emirates and Bahrain. Infrastructure built to support the Gulf's artificial-intelligence ambitions had entered a regional battlefield, and Amazon later warned that full recovery could take several months. (reuters.com) Southeast Asia is not the Gulf. Yet the lesson should travel quickly. …
(2026-07-22). Democracy Now! 2026-07-22 Wednesday. democracynow.org Headlines for July 22, 2026; "Empire of Abuse": MAGA Influencers Andrew & Tristan Tate Arrested on Rape & Sex Trafficking Charges; "Unlimited Money for Bombs": Democrats Slam Hegseth for Seeking $67B for Iran War; Trump Says Images of Bombed Iran School Could Be "AI" But Study Confirms U.S. Killed 140+ in Strike | Headlines for July 22, 2026; "Empire of Abuse": MAGA Influencers Andrew & Tristan Tate Arrested on Rape & Sex Trafficking Charges; "Unlimited Money for Bombs": Democrats Slam Hegseth for Seeking $67B for Iran War; Trump Says Images of Bombed Iran…
(2026-07-22). War in Iran has cost the US $37.5 billion so far, Pentagon says. tribune.com.pk The cost of the United States' war in Iran has risen to $37.5 billion so far, US Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth said on Tuesday, as he faced sceptical lawmakers for the first time since heavy bombing resumed to seek urgent funding for the unpopular conflict. | With just six months before the midterm elections in which President Donald Trump's Republicans may face an uphill battle to keep their House of Representatives and Senate majorities, Democrats are riding high in public opinion polls as they attempt to link the unpopular Iran war with affordability. | Hegseth told lawmakers at…
(2026-07-22). Iran unstoppable: Mojtaba's army bombs US consulate in Arabs' backyard after killing Trump's troops. hindustantimes.com Fresh explosions have been reported across Iraq and Bahrain as tensions between Iran and the U.S. continue to escalate. Videos circulating online appear to show aerial projectiles over Erbil, while reports suggest sirens sounded in Bahrain amid possible impacts near strategic locations. Here's what is known so far and the latest developments from the region.
(2026-07-22). US Military Identifies Third Soldier Killed in Jordan as IRGC Claims More US Casualties. news.antiwar.com The US military has identified the third soldier killed by an Iranian missile attack in Jordan on July 17 as Iran continues targeting US bases across the region, and the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) claimed it inflicted more US casualties. The soldier, Sgt. Angel Rampersad, 28, of Ozone Park, New York, was initially reported …
(2026-07-22). Trump threatens Iran bridges, power plants over Hormuz attacks. al-monitor.com The warning comes as Secretary of State Marco Rubio says Washington remains open to negotiations with Tehran.
(2026-07-22). Houthis Now Attacking Saudi Oil Tankers In Red Sea, Major Energy Supply Implications (Updated). twz.com Just as the war with Iran looks about to fully erupt again, the Houthis are going to put an even tighter squeeze on the world's energy supply.
(2026-07-22). Rubio Says US Open to Iran Talks as Conflict Threatens Global Oil Routes. moderndiplomacy.eu U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio said on Wednesday that Washington remains willing to negotiate an end to the Iran conflict, but accused Tehran of failing to engage seriously, as the expanding confrontation continued to disrupt key global energy shipping routes and fuel fears of a broader regional crisis. Speaking on the sidelines of a …
(2026-07-22). Egypt in talks with energy majors for multi-year LNG supply deal, sources say. newarab.com The talks come as Egypt's domestic production struggles to keep pace with rising demand and as global LNG markets remain tight during the Iran conflict, which has curtailed shipping through the
(2026-07-22). Why Doesn't Trump Want More Talks with Iran? Will War Pressure Really Work? thinktank.pk Donald Trump's latest declaration that the United States has "no interest" in further talks with Iran marks one of the most significant shifts in Washington's Middle East strategy in 2026. For months, the White House insisted that diplomacy remained possible, even as military confrontations intensified. Now, the administration argues that negotiations are pointless unless Iran …
(2026-07-22). Midterm Madness: Defeat in the Desert. levernews.com 
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(2026-07-22). Voting Rights Advocates Continue Legal Challenges to Executive Order Restricting Mail-in Ballots. wibailoutpeople.org Millions of votes could be thrown out in the upcoming midterm elections if the Trump administration has its way of restricting eligibility without any valid reasons By Abayomi AzikiweEditor, Pan-African News WireWednesday July 22, 2026Political Review Claims of non-citizens voting in federal elections has been a false claim made by the "Make America Great Again" …
(2026-07-22). Ancient Lebanese city of Tyre added to heritage danger list. al-monitor.com Tyre, an ancient Phoenician city in southern Lebanon bombarded by Israel over recent months, was added Tuesday to the UNESCO list of world heritage sites in danger. | The ancient city, founded some 4,700 years ago, is home to two protected sites listed as UNESCO World Heritage Sites, a Roman triumphal arch and a hippodrome dating from the second century.
(2026-07-22). Lebanon, Israel to hold next talks in Italy on August 4, Lebanese official says. al-monitor.com BEIRUT, July 22 (Reuters) – Lebanon and Israel are scheduled to hold their next round of U.S.-brokered talks on August 4 in Italy, a Lebanese official told Reuters on Wednesday, as the two countries begin implementing a plan for Israeli withdrawals and Lebanese army deployments in southern Lebanon.The two longtime foes have held more than three months of face-to-face talks, billed as a way to put a permanent end to hostilities since a new war erupted on March 2between Israel and Lebanese armed group Hezbollah, triggered by the wider regional conflict.
(2026-07-22). Lebanese Army Continues Pilot Zone Deployment, Israel Continues Attacks. news.antiwar.com On the second day of Lebanon's Army deploying into the "pilot zone" villages in the country's south, officials are trying to make much of this being the beginning of an end to the Israeli military occupation of the entire country, while from Israel's perspective, the signs are that very little has changed. Israeli artillery attacks …
(2026-07-22). WHO Lebanon chief to TNA on toll of Israel's war on healthcare. newarab.com Standing beside the windows of "This is where I was on 8 April," he recalls, the day Israel announced it had struck more than 100 targets across Lebanon in just 10 minutes during one of the war's most intensive From the fourth floor, he watched Israeli warplanes strike Beirut as smoke billowed across the city. He remai…
(2026-07-22). Gaza, the West Bank, and the Weight of an Unfinished History. fpif.org Every bomb dropped on Gaza was, in some part, paid for by American taxpayers. The United States has provided Israel with more military aid than any other country—over $3.8 billion annually under a long-standing agreement, with tens of billions more approved since October 2023. That makes the current crisis in Gaza, the West Bank, and Lebanon not just a Middle East story but a U.S. foreign policy story, one where Washington holds more leverage than it has chosen to use. | The roots of the current conflict go back to 1948, when an estimated 700,000 Palestinians were displaced from their homes in what Palestin…
(2026-07-22). Cheering the World Cup through genocide. electronicintifada.net The soccer tournament positioned the United States as a convener of global joy at the precise moment it is facilitating mass death.
(2026-07-22). Trump Downplays 18 US Soldier Deaths in Iran War Hours Before Dignified Transfer. truthout.org On Wednesday, President Donald Trump attended a dignified transfer ceremony for U.S. soldiers who were killed in the U.S.'s unauthorized and unprovoked war on Iran, which Trump launched in February and has recently escalated. Trump said in a Truth Social post shortly before the ceremony began that he was attending the event to "honor" the fallen servicemembers. The ceremony came just a day… |
(2026-07-22). Opposition to socialism unites MAGA and corporate Democrats. peoplesworld.org On the surface, Donald Trump's Secretary of State and the disgruntled ex-staffers and consultants who circulate around groups like Third Way and the Democratic Leadership Council's old network would seem to have nothing in common. Rubio wants Cuba's government overthrown and its assets sold off to the highest bidder. The centrist Democrats mostly just want …
(2026-07-22). Press Freedom Under Pressure: Media, Academia, and Gaza. projectcensored.org On this episode of the Project Censored show, co-host Mickey Huff talks with media scholar Bill Yousman about press censorship, establishment propaganda, and attacks on academic freedom around issues pertaining to the war on Gaza. Yousman recently edited a special issue of the journal Democratic Communiqué on "Freedom of Expression,…
(2026-07-22). Morocco to host first Gaza multinational force drills: reports. newarab.com 
Morocco is set to host the first training exercise for a planned multinational force expected to operate in Gaza under a US-backed post-war plan, according to Israeli media. | Israel's public broadcaster Kan 11 reported that the foundational exercise will take place in the coming weeks as part of Representatives from the US-led command headquarters in Kiryat Gat have reportedly travelled to Rabat to coordinate the first joint military exercise with the Moroccan armed forces. | The programme will repo…
(2026-07-22). Key takeaways from Khalil al-Hayya's first speech as Hamas leader. aljazeera.com The newly appointed leader says Hamas would work to help the people of Gaza and achieve a united Palestinian state.
(2026-07-22). Gaza man returns home after family believed he was dead. aljazeera.com Hamada Al Banna reunited with his family more than a year after an explosion that left him in a coma.
(2026-07-22). Nine months into ceasefire, Israel expands control to nearly 70% of Gaza. nationofchange.org Israeli forces have pushed west along a shifting 'yellow line' and a new 'orange zone,' squeezing 2 million Palestinians into a shrinking sliver of the territory.
(2026-07-22). Wounded Gaza journalists call for urgent medical evacuation. aljazeera.com Wounded and chronically ill Palestinian journalists held a protest calling for urgent medical evacuation from Gaza.
(2026-07-22). 'Creeping death': Israel weaponises 'Yellow Line' to annex Gaza. aljazeera.com Analysts and locals say the move mirrors what happened after the 1967 war with Israel's occupation of the West Bank.
(2026-07-22). Venezuela: Earthquake Death Toll Reaches 5,278. orinocotribune.com Caracas ( To date, authorities have confirmed 5,278 fatalities—an increase of 70 deaths compared to the previous daily report. The total number of injured citizens stands at 16,740, while national and international emergency teams have successfully rescued 6,462 people alive from the rubble. | Official medical registries indicate that…
(2026-07-22). US judge sets 2027 trial date for Venezuela's Maduro and wife. aljazeera.com Former President Maduro pleads not guilty to drug charges; lawyer plans to challenge legality of US military operation.
(2026-07-22). The Cherokee War of 1776: A timely volume for the U.S.' 250th anniversary. mronline.org 
Countless historians writing Cherokee history have maintained that the majority of Cherokees remained at peace with the American colonists during the so-called American Revolution.
(2026-07-22). Fiji universities criticised for 'great shame' of ignoring coup impacts. asiapacificreport.nz By Anish Chand in Suva Fiji's universities have been criticised for failing to study the long-term effects of the country's repeated political upheavals on the public service and governance, with the Fiji Truth and Reconciliation Commission hearing that a major gap in research has left important national lessons undocumented. Academic Professor Vijay Naidu told the…
(2026-07-22). Trump-backed Andy Biggs wins Arizona GOP governor primary, setting up November clash with Katie Hobbs. nationofchange.org The former Freedom Caucus chair's landslide nomination hands President Trump another primary win, but a Democratic-leaning midterm environment could complicate the GOP's bid to retake the governor's office in a top battleground state.
(2026-07-22). Indian exam protest forces parliament suspension, adding pressure on PM Modi. tribune.com.pk 
Opposition parties staged a protest at parliament on Wednesday demanding the resignation of India's education minister, echoing the demands of student demonstrators, before entering the chambers and forcing the suspension of proceedings. | The protests, which started last month over the leak of medical school entrance exam papers that affected some 2 million students, grew this week into the biggest youth challenge to Prime Minister Narendra Modi since he came to power in 2014. | Tens of thousands of young protesters took to the streets of New Delhi on Monday, clashing with police wh…
(2026-07-22). Dream Roads: A Village Boy's Arduous Journey in Self-Making. ummid.com Published by BlueRose One (New Delhi-London) in March 2026, Dream Roads takes you to a memorable journey of a young boy born into a nondescript and distant village Dengatoli of the erstwhile Purnea district (now part of the Kishanganj district), in the State of Bihar in India.
(2026-07-22). Endangerment Finding Litigation Update. wattsupwiththat.com So here we are on July 21, more than five months since the case began. The court has not issued a decision on either of these preposterous "procedural" motions. And while we await those decisions, there is no scheduling order as to when the real briefing in the case will begin or end.
(2026-07-22). JI to block KKH over rising fuel costs. tribune.com.pk Jamaat-e-Islami (JI) Hazara has announced a peaceful protest and blockade of the Karakoram Highway (KKH) on August 7 across Hazara Division against the recent increase in petroleum prices and rising inflation. | The announcement was made by JI Hazara Ameer Abdul Razzaq Abbasi in line with the nationwide protest call given by Jamaat-e-Islami Pakistan chief Hafiz Naeemur Rehman. | Speaking at a press conference at the Abbottabad Press Club, Abbasi said peaceful demonstrations would be staged at key locations in Abbottabad, Mansehra, Battagram, Pattan and Dasu, with people from all walks of life expected to parti…
(2026-07-22). Trump approves 30-year Nuclear Enrichment Deal with Saudi Arabia 'Without Safeguards': Report. scheerpost.com News Desk The Cradle Washington is seeking congressional approval for a nuclear energy pact with Saudi Arabia that does not include safeguards aimed at preventing the development of an atomic bomb, two sources told Reuters on 22 July. US President Donald Trump's government is planning to submit "to Congress a pact with Saudi Arabia to share nuclear …
(2026-07-22). Republicans Push Voter ID by Comparing It to Olive Garden's "Pasta Pass" truthout.org In a press conference this week, House Majority Leader Steve Scalise (R-Louisiana) pushed for voter ID laws, citing the fact that private industries sometimes require identification — including the Olive Garden. "Show a picture to vote — not a complicated subject," Scalise said, adding, "Nowadays, if you want to go to Olive Garden to get unlimited pasta, you gotta show a picture ID."… |
(2026-07-22). 'University road faces monsoon risk'. tribune.com.pk Warning that ongoing infrastructure works have left one of Karachi's busiest corridors vulnerable during the monsoon, Gulshan-e-Iqbal Town Chairman Dr Fawad Ahmed cautioned that University Road could become "a disaster waiting to happen" if heavy rains strike before the completion of construction projects. | Speaking at a crowded press conference at the Gulshan-e-Iqbal Town Municipal Corporation's council hall, Dr Ahmed expressed concern over the delayed reconstruction of the stretch between Hassan Square and Nipa, saying excavation work under the Red Line BRT project has left the road riddled with pits and ha…
(2026-07-22). Delhi Police Baton Charge, Hurl Tear Gas Shells on Students, Youth. ummid.com Delhi Police Monday July 20, 2026 baton charged and hurled tear gas shells on students and youth protesting against paper leaks, unemployment, inflation and other issues plaguing the country today under the Narendra Modi government.
(2026-07-22). Thea Riofrancos: The New World Climate Order. newleftreview.org An interview about the new parameters of climate politics, with the breakdown of global consensus. As the EU re-opens coal-fired plants and the US shuts down wind farms, China gouges the earth to churn out cheap green-energy products—and is met by anti-extractivist protestors.
(2026-07-22). Original Yueju Opera production premieres in Hangzhou. ecns.cn An original modern Yueju Opera production titled Nàºban (The Women's Troupe) premiered in Hangzhou, east China's Zhejiang Province, on Tuesday evening.
(2026-07-22). Israeli Forces Detain Then Release Multiple Locals in Southwest Syria. news.antiwar.com Israeli incursions into southwest Syria continued today, with some reports of incursions into the Quneitra Governorate but substantially more reported in and around western Daraa, where multiple detentions were reported. A young man who was reported captured in Quneitra near the border with the occupied Golan Heights on Monday. After more than 24 hours in …
(2026-07-22). The bloody legacy of Lindsey Graham in the Middle East. newarab.com The tributes that followed Lindsey Graham's death predictably described him as a tireless defender of American leadership, a committed internationalist and a politician willing to cross party lines. Benjamin Netanyahu Across the Middle East, his idea of leadership meant invasions, regime change, collective punishment, unconditional support fo…
(2026-07-22). "Humanitarian challenges today are global, and so must be the solutions" icrc.org Launch of the 2025 Beijing Symposium Report…
(2026-07-22). Monsoon flood risk looms over Karachi. tribune.com.pk 
Monsoon rains have started lashing different parts of the country, with Karachi expected to receive rainfall from July to September. However, as the city enters the rainy season, concerns are growing over its flood preparedness, with the cleaning of storm-water drains still progressing at a sluggish pace. | According to the Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD), below-normal rainfall is expected across the country during this year's monsoon season, including in Karachi. Despite the forecast, the city remains vulnerable to flooding. Historical records show that even 15 millimetres of rain can bring Karachi t…
(2026-07-22). Mothership Sought By Navy For Southern Command Operations. twz.com The U.S. Navy is "The Special Mission Vessel is envisioned as a versatile 'mothership' designed to significantly enhance mar…
(2026-07-22). Australia has no right to intervene in South China Sea issue: Chinese FM spokesperson. ecns.cn Some countries are not parties to the South China Sea issue and have no right to intervene in the maritime issues between the parties concerned, a Chinese foreign ministry spokesperson said on Wednesday.
(2026-07-22). UN rights chief condemns Nicaragua's decision to abolish elections. aljazeera.com UN rights chief condemns worsening repression in Nicaragua, urging the restoration of freedoms and the rule of law.
(2026-07-22). Turning the tide on industrial pollution. tribune.com.pk Pakistan's worsening water scarcity and industrial pollution have inspired a young innovator to develop a portable wastewater treatment system capable of transforming contaminated industrial water into reusable water, offering industries a cost-effective and environmentally friendly alternative. | The project, titled Industrial Wastewater Treatment from Electrocoagulation System, was developed by student Noor Ahmed Ismail under the supervision of Dr Sameera Noreen. It employs advanced electrocoagulation and electrolysis technologies to remove pollutants, chemicals and other harmful substances from industrial w…
(2026-07-22). Lebanese court sentences Dr Food to life with labour in absentia. newarab.com Social media and According to the text of the ruling, the contents of which were leaked last Thursday, the co…
(2026-07-22). GOP leaders in N.J. pounce on voter registration glitch, blame Democrats. whyy.org From Camden and Cherry Hill to Trenton and the Jersey Shore, what about life in New Jersey do you want WHYY News to cover? Republican state Sen. Joseph Pennacchio, R-Morris, is formally requesting the U.S. Department of Justice to immediately launch an investigation into the New Jersey Motor Vehicle Commission's automatic voter registration system. | The request comes after Gov. Mikie Sherrill
(2026-07-22). WHYY Newscast for Wednesday, 9:00 a.m. whyy.org The latest local headlines from WHYY…
(2026-07-22). Saudi Arabia Releases 'Umrah and Visit Guide': Key Insights. ummid.com The Saudi Ministry of Hajj and Umrah has released, on its official website 'haj.gov.sa', 'Umrah and Visit Guide' — a comprehensive guide for pilgrims, in sixteen languages, including Arabic, Urdu and English.
(2026-07-22). Close Pine Gap protesters challenge U.S. alliance. independentaustralia.net
(2026-07-22). Is China's State Media Using ASEAN to Push Its South China Sea Narrative? thinktank.pk The latest Global Times article argues that the Philippines deliberately provoked a confrontation at Ren'ai Jiao (Second Thomas Shoal) to "hijack" the ASEAN Foreign Ministers' Meetings and mobilize Western support against China. It presents Beijing as a defender of regional stability while portraying Manila as acting on behalf of external powers. This narrative reflects a …
(2026-07-22). UK Column News — 22nd July 2026. thealtworld.com Mike Robinson, Charles Malet, and Vanessa Beeley present today's UK Column News.
(2026-07-22). Mbappe beats Messi in Golden Boot Race but fails to ensure France win over England. ummid.com Kylian Mbappe Saturday July 18, 2026 beat Lionel Messi in the Adidas Golden Boot Race, but failed to seal France victory over England in the 2026 FIFA World Cup Match for Bronze.
(2026-07-22). Beijing's digital economy expands 7.8% in H1. ecns.cn Beijing's digital economy grew 7.8% year on year in the first half of 2026, with core digital industries increasing 9.8%, driving overall economic growth, according to local authorities.
(2026-07-22). Ministry of Commerce responds to EU fine on AliExpress. ecns.cn China's Ministry of Commerce (MOC) on Wednesday expressed strong dissatisfaction and grave concern over the European Commission's decision to fine AliExpress 550 million euros (about $576.7 million) under the EU Digital Services Act.
(2026-07-22). Watch: Husband in Delhi Police, Wife Protesting at Jantar Mantar with Son. ummid.com In an incident seen as a strong warning to Narendra Modi Government, a woman came in front of the camera to openly declare that she came to protest at Jantar Mantar despite her husband serving with the Delhi Police.
(2026-07-22). Saudi Arabia launches multiple-entry Umrah Visa. ummid.com In another move to ease travel to The Two Holy Cities – Makkah al Mukarramah and Madinah al Munawwarah, Saudi Arabia has introduced multiple-entry Umrah Visa.
(2026-07-22). From Adoption to Action: A New Council of Europe Recommendation on Peace Education by, with and for Young People. worldbeyondwar.org On July 8, 2026, the Council of Europe adopted Recommendation CM/Rec(2026)11 on Peace Education by, with and for Young People. #WorldBEYONDWar…
(2026-07-22). The Odyssey: Nolan's masterpiece overlooks Homer's Mediterranean. newarab.com 
(2026-07-22). Microsoft's sustainability report discloses 80% emissions increase since 2020, reveals energy demand rivaling Denmark, leaves out massive new fossil gas buildout that will double company's pollution: analysis. mronline.org Stand.earth analysis finds Microsoft's energy-growth rate fastest among competitors, pollution growing 20% year-over-year.
(2026-07-22). Close to 1mn Muslims visited Makkah in first 15 days of Umrah Season 1448H. ummid.com Close to one million Muslims from around the world visited Makkah al Mukarramah to perform Umrah in the first 15 days of the new Umrah Season 1448AH.
(2026-07-22). European heatwave drives surge in Jiangmen fan exports. ecns.cn Jiangmen Customs in south China's Guangdong Province is helping local fan manufacturers accelerate exports to Europe, where a prolonged heatwave has driven up demand for energy-efficient cooling appliances.
(2026-07-22). Meet Andy Burnham, Britain's Accidental Prime Minister. ummid.com Andy Burnham became Britain's 7th Prime Minister in a decade on Monday, July 20, 2026, without a single vote cast by the wider public.
(2026-07-22). Cathy Hughes Dedicates Key To Washington, D.C. To Urban One Employees. newsone.com Source: Derek White / Getty | Urban One founder Cathy Hughes joined The QuickSilva Morning Show on 92Q to reflect on receiving the key to Washington, D.C., one of the city's highest honors. | During the conversation with QuickSilva, Porkchop and Chey Parker, Hughes made it clear that she does not view the recognition as hers alone. | "That key belongs to each and every one of us at Urban One," Hughes said. "It represents every employee who does the heavy lifting each and every day." | Washington, D.C. Mayor Muriel Bowser presented Hughes with the key in recognition of her contributions to the city, Black media…
(2026-07-22). 'Institutions fail to cooperate in Gul Plaza fire probe'. tribune.com.pk The investigation into the Gul Plaza fire case has been hindered by a lack of cooperation from government departments, the investigating officer (IO) told a sessions court on Wednesday. | DSP Aamir Waraich, appointed on court orders to reinvestigate the case, submitted a progress report before the court of the additional district and sessions judge (South), stating that multiple public institutions had failed to respond to official correspondence. | According to the report, letters were sent to at least eight institutions – including the Sindh Building Control Authority (SBCA), Karachi Metropolitan Corporation…
(2026-07-22). 'Hello! China' tourism promotion campaign launched at Sydney Airport. ecns.cn The "Hello! China" tourism promotion campaign has been launched at the international terminal of Sydney Airport.
(2026-07-22). Second congo virus case reported this year. tribune.com.pk A 22-year-old man from Quetta has tested positive for Crimean-Congo Hemorrhagic Fever (CCHF), making it the second confirmed Congo virus case reported in the country this year, hospital officials said on Wednesday. | According to the Jinnah Postgraduate Medical Centre (JPMC), the patient, identified as Rahmatullah, was brought to the hospital after suffering from fever and recurrent nosebleeds for two days. Medical examinations revealed critically low platelet and haemoglobin levels, along with significantly elevated liver enzymes. A Congo PCR test was conducted alongside other investigations, and the result c…
(2026-07-22). IDAC Ombud confirms receipt of complaints against directorate head Adv Johnson. sanews.gov.za IDAC Ombud confirms receipt of complaints against directorate head Adv Johnson | The Office of the Independent Directorate Against Corruption (IDAC) Oversight Judge has confirmed receipt of complaints relating to IDAC Head, Advocate Andrea Johnson. | The public acknowledgment comes amid growing media interest and public scrutiny regarding leadership integrity within IDAC, following allegations against Johnson at the Madlanga Commission. | "The Office does not ordinarily comment on complaints received or matters under consideration. However, given the exceptional public interest in this matter, the numerous media…
(2026-07-22). Food, fury and supporters near and far keep India protest alive. geo.tv Police confront a protester lying on the ground as supporters of the Cockroach Janta Party march on parliament on the opening day of its monsoon session, demanding the resignation of Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan over exam paper leaks, in New Delhi, India, 20 July, 2026.
(2026-07-22). Iraq: Photography Award 2026. icrc.org International Committee of the Red Cross & Iraqi Red Crescent Society…
(2026-07-22). Inside Rupert Lowe's Restore Britain With Neo-Nazis, Reform Defectors and Associated Rogues. bylinetimes.com When he launched Restore Britain back in 2025, Since then, what began as a mere pressure group has transformed into a fully-fledged political party, and despite overtures to cross-party appeal, Restore Britain is amassing an extreme support base among its members…
(2026-07-22). Rilangshan Tunnel breakthrough marks progress on Xining—Chengdu Railway. ecns.cn The Rilangshan Tunnel on the Sichuan section of the Xining—Chengdu Railway was completed Tuesday, marking a major milestone in the construction of the line.
(2026-07-22). Anonymous food donations reach Indian student protesters. aljazeera.com Anonymous donors are using food delivery apps to send food to student protesters in New Delhi…
(2026-07-22). Belarus' border service: Truck queue to Poland up by 160 over past 24hrs. eng.belta.by The queue of trucks at the border with Poland has grown by 160 vehicles over the past 24 hours, Belarus State Border Committee told BelTA.
(2026-07-22). Beyond net zero: toward a carbon symbiosis society. onlineopinion.com.au Why the future depends on balancing human prosperity, energy security, and environmental stewardship.
(2026-07-22). Thousands in Sudan are facing life and death sentences. newarab.com The charge of collaborating with the other side in the conflict, with the threat of death sentences, is now part of a long list of abuses committed by both parties to the war in Amid worsening crises that includes displacement, refuge, dwindling food supplies, and the spread of hunger and disease that millions have endured throughout the years of conflict, the two sides in
(2026-07-22). Javier Moreno Zacarés: Dynamics of American Capitalism. newleftreview.org Following his widely praised Ages of American Capitalism, Jonathan Levy's The Real Economy proposes a theoretical counterpart, grounding a concept of capital in a fusion of Smith, Keynes, Freud, Deleuze and Guatarri. Javier Moreno Zacarés responds with a thoroughgoing critical engagement, ranging from the 'transition debate' to the AI bubble.
(2026-07-22). Scientists spot two huge companion stars that blew up. tribune.com.pk Unlike our sun, most of the largest stars in the cosmos are not solo acts, but rather are born together with another star in what is called a binary system, destined to spend their lives gravitationally bound in a cosmic marriage. But not even the best marriage – on Earth or in space – lasts forever. | Scientists now for the first time have discovered evidence of two such massive stars from a binary system that both ran out of fuel and exploded violently within a relatively short time, each leaving behind a telltale cloud of glowing gas called a nebula. Such stellar explosions are called supernovas. | One of t…
(2026-07-22). A primer on "packing" the U.S. Supreme Court. cpusa.org The debate over "packing" the United States Supreme Court is almost as old as the Court itself. Despite popular belief that the phrase refers to expanding the number of justices to change the Court's ideological balance, the size of the Court has changed several times in American history. What makes the "court packing" controversial is not merely changing the size but doing so primarily to influence judicial outcomes. The following endeavors to explain the historical development of the Court's size. | The Constitution empowers Congress to determine the size of the Court. The United States Constitution establis…
(2026-07-22). FMs of Belarus, Kyrgyzstan discuss bilateral cooperation. eng.belta.by During an official visit to Kyrgyzstan, Belarusian Foreign Affairs Minister Maxim Ryzhenkov met with Kyrgyzstan's Foreign Affairs Minister Jeenbek Kulubaev on 22 July.
(2026-07-22). WHYY Newscast for Wednesday 2:00 p.m. whyy.org The latest and local headlines from WHYY.
(2026-07-22). Reject One Nation's call to return to White Australia. socialist-alliance.org Pauline Hanson's podcast interview with far-right British figure Tommy Robinson has cleared up any ambiguity about the meaning of One Nation's call for a "monocultural" Australia, argues Peter Boyle.
(2026-07-22). Lukashenko congratulates People's Artist of Belarus Valentina Gaevaya on her anniversary. eng.belta.by Aleksandr Lukashenko wished Valentina Gaevaya many years of life, strong health, happiness, and well-being.
(2026-07-22). Government transfers state plantations to empower communities economically. sanews.gov.za Government transfers state plantations to empower communities economically | The Department of Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment (DFFE) has transferred the management of seven state plantations to beneficiary communities in the Nqadu area, with a further four plantations set to be transferred during the financial year. | To build communities' capacity to manage plantations, the department is facilitating partnerships between beneficiary communities and strategic forestry companies, which will provide investment, technical expertise, skills transfer and access to markets. | "We anticipate concluding these pa…
(2026-07-22). Japan: Flag Desecration Law Violates Free Speech. hrw.org Click to expand Image | Japan's chief cabinet secretary, Minoru Kihara, bows to members of the House of Councilors after lawmakers passed a law prohibiting desecration of the national flag, Tokyo, July 17, 2026. | © 2026 Eugene Hoshiko/AP Photo…
(2026-07-22). Morocco NGO alarmed over jailed W.Sahara activist's hunger strike. newarab.com A Moroccan rights group has raised concerns over the health of a jailed Western Sahara independence activist, who has reportedly been on hunger strike for more than 40 days demanding his freedom. | The Moroccan Association for Human Rights was following with "great concern" the situation of Naama Asfari who began his strike on 8 June, the group said in a statement on Tuesday night. | "The family is very worried about the complete lack of information regarding his health and current location." | Prison authorities did not immediately respond to AFP's request for comment. | The prison administration said earlier th…
(2026-07-22). Man killed as SUV runs over family sleeping on sidewalk. tribune.com.pk
(2026-07-22). China's social insurance funds reach 11.07 trillion yuan balance. ecns.cn China's three major social insurance funds had a cumulative balance of 11.07 trillion yuan by the end of June, the Ministry of Human Resources and Social Security said Wednesday.
(2026-07-22). Home Affairs expands digital banking partnership. sanews.gov.za Home Affairs expands digital banking partnership | South Africans now have more than double the number of locations where they can apply for a Smart ID Card, following the expansion of the Department of Home Affairs' Digital Partnership with Absa, which also includes the launch of the country's first bank-based Home Affairs mobile unit. | Absa becomes the fourth banking partner to join the Department's Digital Partnership, with the new mobile unit set to bring secure Smart ID services directly to remote, peri-urban, and previously underserved communities. The initiative is aimed at extending access to Home Affair…
(2026-07-22). Hegseth: "Greatest Threat" to US Would Be Failing to Give Pentagon $1.5T Budget. truthout.org On Tuesday, Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth said that the "greatest threat" that the U.S. faces is not the historic affordability crisis, institutionalized corruption, or rapid erosion of basic rights, but rather the prospect that the Pentagon — and the military contractors who profit from its contracts — may not get a half trillion-dollar raise next year. During his testimony to the Senate… |
(2026-07-22). US regulators to weigh controversial peptides backed by RFK Jr. aljazeera.com FDA has questioned the evidence as demand surges for the compounds promoted for sleep, muscle growth, and anti-ageing.
(2026-07-22). AJK to have polls in three phases. tribune.com.pk The Azad Jammu and Kashmir Election Commission (AJKEC) on Tuesday revised the schedule for the 2026 Legislative Assembly elections, announcing that the polling will now be held in three phases to ensure peaceful, transparent and secure elections across the region. | Announcing the revised election programme at a news conference, Chief Election Commissioner Justice (retd) Ghulam Mustafa Mughal said the decision was taken after consultations with all major political parties. | Under the revised schedule polling in the 13 constituencies of Mirpur Division will be held as originally planned on July 27. | Voting in…
(2026-07-22). What Is Behind India's Cockroach Protests? moderndiplomacy.eu Thousands of young protesters have occupied central New Delhi in one of the largest demonstrations of Prime Minister Narendra Modi's third term, demanding the resignation of Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan after the cancellation of India's most important medical entrance examination. The movement, which calls itself the Cockroach Janta Party, has rapidly evolved from an online …
(2026-07-22). Voters are forcing Democrats to shift on Israel, but this doesn't mean U.S. support is ending anytime soon. mondoweiss.net When 100 Democrats voted last week to block $3.3 million in U.S. aid to Israel, it was the clearest sign yet that lawmakers are responding to voters' overwhelming sentiment. But it still remains unclear whether this will lead to actual policy change.
(2026-07-22). Suspected robber killed in 'police encounter'. tribune.com.pk
(2026-07-22). Europe's China Dilemma: The New Geopolitics of Free Trade. moderndiplomacy.eu Over the past five years, the European Union has quietly built the largest network of modern free trade agreements in the world. New Zealand, Kenya, Australia, the Mercosur bloc, Singapore, Indonesia, India, and overhauled deals with Chile, Ukraine, and Mexico. Together these agreements now set the rules for close to a third of global GDP. …
(2026-07-22). Hong Kong Book Fair closes with 990,000 visits across three concurrent events. ecns.cn The 36th Hong Kong Book Fair closed Tuesday alongside the 9th Hong Kong Sports and Leisure Expo and the 6th Snack World, together drawing 990,000 visitors over seven days, the Hong Kong Trade Development Council said.
(2026-07-22). China to build national zero carbon factories, computing facilities. ecns.cn China will begin building national level zero carbon factories and computing facilities, the Ministry of Industry and Information Technology said Wednesday.
(2026-07-22). Flood fears return to Nullah Leh. tribune.com.pk The 18-kilometre Nullah Leh, which runs through the heart of Rawalpindi and Islamabad and causes devastation every monsoon, originates from the Margalla Hills. | Until 1950, it was a clear stream used for drinking, bathing, washing clothes and ablution, while water carriers supplied its water across the city. Dense forests, trees and birdlife surrounded its banks. | As Islamabad's construction began during Ayub Khan's era, the stream gradually turned into a sewage drain. Its width expanded from 20 feet to nearly 500 feet due to erosion before shrinking to 100-300 feet because of encroachments. | The Hindu comm…
(2026-07-22). Exhibit at Canada's Human Rights Museum Shatters Myths About Israel's Founding. truthout.org For decades, Ramsey Zeid's parents have passed down stories about their home village of Bayt Nabala — and its destruction when the State of Israel was created in 1948. And for just as long, the Palestinian couple, who now live in the Canadian province of Manitoba, had to counter attempts to brush away their experiences during the Nakba — the forcible displacement of about 750,000… |
(2026-07-22). Under soaring pressure, India's education minister promises reforms and debate. tribune.com.pk India's education minister said that Prime Minister Narendra Modi's administration was committed to addressing the concerns of protesting youth and exam reforms, in the latest sign that the government was beginning to respond to growing protests. | The comments by Dharmendra Pradhan are his first since the youth-led "cockroach" movement launched a protest in New Delhi last month seeking his resignation over the leak of medical school test papers that affected some two million students and was linked to several student suicides. | The protests by the self-named Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) – which began as an on…
(2026-07-22). Madison Police Again Shoot Unarmed Black Resident 7/22/26 Willy St. Baldwin St. People's Gathering. wibailoutpeople.org
(2026-07-22). Italy makes financial 'exceptions' in bid to hire Pep Guardiola as coach. aljazeera.com Italy's football federation chief holds talks with Guardiola over vacant role, but appointment not yet confirmed.
(2026-07-22). Trump attends dignified transfer of four US troops killed in Middle East. tribune.com.pk United States President Donald Trump on Wednesday attended the dignified transfer of four American service members killed in the war with Iran. | The bodies of 1st Lt Tyler Feehan, Sgt Michael Swinton, Sgt Angel Rampersad and Pvt Isabella Gonzales were received by Trump and their families at Dover Air Force Base in the state of Delaware. | Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth and Joint Chiefs of Staff Chair Gen Dan Caine were also in attendance. | Asked what he will say to the families of the fallen service members, Trump said, "All I'm going to say is 'we love you, we love your child.' And what's what they are to t…
(2026-07-22). Monte Dwyer: The forecast for Karl Stefanovic after Today. independentaustralia.net 
(2026-07-22). Passport touts' network busted in Rawalpindi. tribune.com.pk The Federal Investigation Agency (FIA) Anti-Corruption Circle Islamabad claimed on Wednesday to have arrested three suspects during a targeted operation against touts and an alleged agents' network operating outside the G-10 Passport Office, accused of charging citizens for emergency and priority passport processing in collusion with a passport office official. | According to FIA officials, the operation was launched after FIA Islamabad Zone Director Shehzad Nadeem Bukhari received intelligence regarding the organised network. A raid conducted by the Anti-Corruption Circle exposed the alleged racket and led to…
(2026-07-22). Pregnant Woman's Roadside Death Triggers Push to Reopen Mississippi Delta Hospital. capitalbnews.org This story was originally published on Mississippi Today and KFF Health News. BELZONI, Mississippi — Harmony Ball-Stribling's path to pregnancy had been turbulent, from an endometriosis diagnosis to an arduous in vitro fertilization process and sky-high blood pressure. But as her due date approached in the summer of 2021, her health improved and those storm clouds …
(2026-07-22). K-P govt hospitals lose key radiologist. tribune.com.pk The Khyber-Pakhtunkhwa's only interventional radiologist employed at a government hospital has resigned from Hayatabad Medical Complex (HMC), citing unfavorable policies and inadequate incentives under the Medical Teaching Institutions (MTI) framework, the latest blow to a public healthcare system already hemorrhaging specialized talent. | Interventional radiology, a rare and critically important specialty, involves life-saving image-guided procedures including internal organ biopsies, safe drainage of abscesses or fluids, percutaneous kidney drainage for obstructions, and endoluminal stenting of blocked arter…
(2026-07-22). Ancient havelis preserve Multan's legacy. tribune.com.pk Hidden behind the narrow streets and bustling bazaars of Multan's Walled City are centuries-old havelis that continue to preserve the city's rich architectural, cultural and social heritage. | Built mainly during the late Mughal, Sikh and British periods, these grand residences are more than historic homes. They stand as enduring symbols of Multan's prosperous merchant class, exceptional craftsmanship and evolving architectural traditions. | Walled City guide Aamir Bashir, who has spent years documenting the city's heritage buildings, said each haveli tells a unique story through its design and craftsmanship.
(2026-07-22). At Least 1.5 Million Kids Have Lost Food Assistance Under Republican Budget Law. truthout.org At least 1.5 million children have lost Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program benefits since US President Donald Trump signed the Republican budget package into law last summer, enacting the largest cuts to federal food aid in the nation's history. The new estimate of food aid loss among children comes from the Center on Budget and Policy Priorities (CBPP), which said Tuesday that SNAP… |
(2026-07-22). Katie Ebner-Landy: Norm Smuggling? newleftreview.org Katie Ebner-Landy on Rahel Jaeggi, Progress and Regression. A critical theorist reformulates the concept of progress as social-reflexive problem-solving.
(2026-07-22). The Chris Hedges Report: Is Iran Becoming Another 'Forever War'? scheerpost.com The Chris Hedges Report. The Trump administration has embroiled the United States in another quagmire, similar to the Vietnam War and recent wars in the Middle East, by going to war against Iran. Now that the June 17th Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with Iran is dead, the US and Iran seem to be stuck in a …
(2026-07-22). Water cannon deployed at India education system protests. aljazeera.com Indian police deployed water cannons in Raipur at student protests demanding the resignation of the education minister.
(2026-07-22). Hajj 2027 Application Last Date Extended, Qurrah on July 30. ummid.com The Haj Committee of India has extended the last date of application for Hajj 2027, and also announced the new Qurrah or Draw Date for the upcoming Hajj.
(2026-07-22). Kerala Plus Two SAY Result 2026 Today: Time, Link to Check. ummid.com The Kerala DHSE (Directorate of Higher Secondary Education) is declaring Class 12 (Plus Two) 2026 SAY (Save a Year or Improvement) June 2026 Exam results on its official as well as associate websites today i.e. Saturday July 18, 2026.
(2026-07-22). Insights | Bangladeshi youth delegation: 105 Years of CPC achievements hold great significance for Bangladesh and beyond. ecns.cn From investment cooperation to technological potential, the delegation members also shared their unique observations and expectations. Follow their perspectives to see how China-Bangladesh friendship is deepening and reaching new heights.
(2026-07-22). Egypt and Türkiye: A Partnership of Necessity in a Turbulent Religion. unitedworldint.com Over the past three years, the war that erupted between Israel and the Palestinian resistance on October 7, 2023, has transformed into a raging regional war across multiple fronts. No sooner do these fronts calm down and subside than they flare up again, entangling various international and regional parties in different ways. During these years, …
(2026-07-22). Insurgents or Insiders, a Zero Hour Conversation With Norman Solomon. progressivehub.net RJ ESKOW AND NORMAN SOLOMON | THE ZERO HOUR REPORT…
(2026-07-22). Man held over Russia visa scam. tribune.com.pk The Federal Investigation Agency's (FIA) Anti-Human Trafficking Circle, Rawalpindi, claimed on Wednesday to have arrested a suspect accused of defrauding a citizen of Rs1.07 million by falsely promising to arrange a work visa for Russia. The recovered amount has been returned in full to the complainant. | According to FIA officials, FIA Islamabad Zone Director Shehzad Nadeem Bukhari ordered an inquiry after receiving a complaint from the father of Muhammad Zahid, who alleged that his son had been cheated by the suspect on the pretext of securing overseas employment. | Following the completion of Inquiry No 109…
(2026-07-22). State Chief Privacy Officers Can Have Real Power. aclu.org Utah has given its CPO a meaningful role — and he has thoughts on how other states should follow…
(2026-07-22). Air-To-Ground Capabilities Are Already Creeping Into The F-15EX's Mission Set. twz.com The main job of the U.S. Air Force's Despite its primary mission set, air-to-ground ca…
(2026-07-22). Christian Sorace & David Sneath: Steppe Transitions. newleftreview.org Mongolia's diverse ecology was the site of revolutionary transformations in the twentieth century, when the principal source of wealth—the livestock herd—was sequentially the basis of feudal class, collective resource and a privatized asset. The socialist making of a nation-state and its capitalist unmaking—a materialist account.
(2026-07-22). The age of founder control. mronline.org 
Tech billionaires increasingly control our digital spaces, infrastructure, and society. How can we fight surveillance capitalism?>
(2026-07-22). China records year's first 50‚ÑÉ reading. ecns.cn A national-level meteorological station at Ayding Lake in Turpan, Xinjiang, recorded 50‚ÑÉ on Tuesday, the highest temperature reported by any national-level station in China so far this year, according to China Weather Network.
(2026-07-22). Belhydromet: Current weather favors potato growth, grass regrowth in Belarus. eng.belta.by Rains are increasing soil moisture levels, with the top layer locally becoming heavily waterlogged, BelTA leanred from Belhydromet.
(2026-07-22). Digital reforms reshape Pindi BISE. tribune.com.pk The Rawalpindi Board of Intermediate and Secondary Education (BISE) has "dismantled" the cheating mafia, introduced a one-window system to resolve public complaints, and upgraded the paper-marking process to ensure greater transparency and merit. | Rawalpindi BISE Chairman Professor Dr Iqbal Mahmood claimed this while talking to The Express Tribune. | He vowed to transform the board into one of Punjab's leading examination authorities through digital governance, automation, computerisation and a modern command and control system, while reaffirming a zero-tolerance policy against examination malpractice. | "The…
(2026-07-22). AI resilience is the next step after the AI regulatory framework. independentaustralia.net
(2026-07-22). Supreme Court Rejects Executive Order Reversing Birthright Citizenship. wibailoutpeople.org Since 1868 during Federal Reconstruction the United States Congress ratified the 14th amendment to provide constitutional protections for formerly enslaved Africans By Abayomi AzikiweEditor, Pan-African News WireTuesday July 21, 2026Political Review In a 6-3 decision, the United States Supreme Court struck down an executive order issued by President Donald Trump during the early days of …
(2026-07-22). Can the Suez save Asian oil consumers after Houthis shut Bab al-Mandeb? aljazeera.com About 6 million barrels of crude per day that pass through the strait to Asia are now at risk, experts say.
(2026-07-22). Amnesty International calls for investigation into Pakistani strikes in Kabul. al-monitor.com By Mohammad Yunus Yawar and Rick NoackKABUL/ISLAMABAD, July 22 (Reuters) – Amnesty International on Wednesday called for an investigation into Pakistani airstrikes in Kabul four months ago, labeling them a "possible war crime."The strikes killed at least 269 civilians and injured 122 more on March 16, the United Nations Assistance Mission in Afghanistan (UNAMA) said previously. UNAMA and the Taliban-run government accused Pakistan of having struck a drug rehabilitation center. Pakistan claimed its strikes that night had targeted "military and terrorist infrastructure."
(2026-07-22). Contractors cry foul over 'skewed' funds. tribune.com.pk The Contractors Association of Sindh staged a protest outside the Karachi Press Club on Wednesday against what it termed "unfair distribution" of development funds and alleged corruption in the Sindh Works and Services Department. | The demonstration was led by Association President Dost Ali Rind and General Secretary Asghar Ali Memon, and attended by a large number of contractors carrying placards and banners while chanting slogans against alleged injustices. | Protesters claimed that in the department's Annual Development Programme (ADP) book, as many as 177 development schemes had been allocated a token amo…
(2026-07-22). Food officials suspended over 'collusion' with wheat hoarders. tribune.com.pk Sindh Food Minister Makhdoom Mehboob Zaman has suspended five Food Department officials from Khairpur after an inquiry uncovered alleged collusion with wheat hoarders during the province-wide crackdown against illegal stockpiling. | The action was taken in light of a detailed inquiry report submitted by the Sukkur commissioner, which accused the officials of allegedly leaking confidential information about planned raids, colluding with hoarders and obstructing government operations. | The suspended officials include Food Supervisors Shafaat Baloch (Nara), Nadeem Ahmed Sheikh (Gambat), Khalil Ahmed Memon (Gamba…
(2026-07-22). Blue States Join Lawsuit Against Trump's Wind Energy Freeze. wattsupwiththat.com Oregon and Washington joined a broader legal challenge to the Trump administration's pause on new wind energy approvals, arguing the freeze threatens planned projects, grid reliability and state clean-energy mandates.
(2026-07-22). Not Even Israelis Are Willing To Die For Israel. caitlinjohnstone.com.au And Other Notes: ; ⚪ ‚ùñ | Israeli Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich While Smotrich is certainly correct that it…
(2026-07-22). Brontanax Fighter Drone Is The UK's Big Leap Into Collaborative Combat Aircraft. twz.com BAE Systems revealed the Brontanax today, a new The Brontanax prototype was presented today at the Farnborough International Airshow in England, during an event a…
(2026-07-22). America's decades-old bipartisan consensus on Israel has been shattered. aljazeera.com The Democratic establishment has faced growing pressure to change its stance on Israel. It has finally begun to do so.
(2026-07-22). K-P rain death toll rises to 18, more rain forecast: PDMA. tribune.com.pk At least 18 people died, and 19 others were injured in Khyber-Pakhtunkhwa (K-P) since July 19 after heavy rains and flash floods triggered roof and wall collapses and swept people away in floodwaters, the Provincial Disaster Management Authority (PDMA) said on Wednesday. | According to the PDMA, the deceased included seven men, eight children and three women, while the injured comprised 11 men, four women and four children. | The authority said the rain-related incidents were reported in Peshawar, Nowshera, Khyber, Mardan, Buner, Bajaur, Shangla, Swabi, Lower Chitral, Upper and Lower Dir, Abbottabad, Mansehra,…
(2026-07-22). d4vd Murder Case: Preliminary Hearing Begins For Singer Accused Of Killing 14-Year-Old Celeste Rivas. newsone.com 
Source: Pool / Getty | Singer and songwriter d4vd appeared in court on July 21 for a preliminary hearing in connection with his ongoing murder case surrounding the 2025 death of 14-year-old Celeste Rivas Hernandez, whose dismembered remains were discovered inside a Tesla linked to the artist. | d4vd Murder case: What happened at the preliminary hearing?: | According to
(2026-07-22). Government Spending Bill Heads To The Senate After Passing In The House, Mostly Along Party Lines. newsone.com Source: Kevin Carter / Getty | The U.S. House of Representatives passed a stopgap bill to fund the government through early December, which House Republicans were scrambling to pass ahead of the midterm elections in November and to avoid yet another government shutdown, which they are still desperately trying to blame Democrats for, despite controlling the White House and both chambers of Congress (for now). | According to the
(2026-07-22). Wong says region faces choice about its response to South China Sea. al-monitor.com MANILA, July 22 (Reuters) – Australia's foreign minister said on Wednesday that Asian countries face a choice in how they respond to instances of aggressive conduct in the South China Sea that were of concern to Canberra.A recent encounterin the South China Sea between China and the Philippines was a real concern, in addition to being destabilising and risky, Penny Wong said on the sidelines of a meeting led by the Southeast Asian bloc ASEAN.
(2026-07-22). 'Judging Freedom' edition of 21 July 2026: How much longer can Russia fight? gilbertdoctorow.com It was very enjoyable to be back with Judge Napolitano today following his return from vacation. Our chat covered a great many of the questions surrounding the state of the Russia-Ukraine war today: whether the Russians are truly winning on the ground or are being pushed back and losing territory as out-going Ukrainian commander General …
(2026-07-22). An Urgent Blueprint For 'How to Close a Camp'. scheerpost.com Britta Shoot Prism Journalist John Washington's new book explains how fighting and closing detention centers is critical in the larger battle to stop immigration enforcement Since the start of President Donald Trump's second term, dozens of immigrants have died in Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) custody. Between January and July 6 this year, at least 21 individuals have died …
(2026-07-22). Egypt, Sudan brace for crisis as Ethiopia tightens GERD flows. newarab.com Egyptian water experts warn of severe repercussions from the failure of Ethiopian authorities to release sufficient amounts of water from the dam, amid delayed rainfall in the Horn of Africa. | Meanwhile, Egyptian officials cite what they categorize…
(2026-07-22). WHYY Newscast for Wednesday 5:00 p.m. whyy.org The latest local headlines from WHYY…
(2026-07-22). Access to Abortion Saved the Life of One Virginia Mother. Now She's Fighting to Expand Reproductive Freedom. aclu.org Heather St. Amand is a mother, an organizer with the ACLU of Virginia, and an advocate for reproductive freedom. Having access to abortion saved her life and put her on the path to fight for reproductive rights.
(2026-07-22). Algeria evacuates residents as wildfires spread in Annaba province. tribune.com.pk Algerian authorities evacuated residents from areas threatened by wildfires and cleared a hospital in the town of Seraidi in the eastern province of Annaba late Tuesday as firefighters continued efforts to contain the blazes. | The General Directorate of Civil Protection said in a statement that wildfires spread rapidly in Seraidi due to record-high temperatures and strong winds, adding that all available personnel and equipment had been mobilised to bring the situation under control. | Evacuations included residents living in threatened areas, while patients at Seraidi Hospital were transferred to safe locati…
(2026-07-22). The economic benefits of prescribed burning across Australia. onlineopinion.com.au It's winter and bushfires are rare, which is just the time when we should worry about them the most.
(2026-07-22). Oman's Foreign Minister To The West: You've Been Containing The Wrong Country. scheerpost.com Mitchell Plitnick, Mondoweiss. In a Le Monde op-ed, Oman's Badr al-Busaidi argues the West's decades-long policy of "containing" Iran was always misguided. And that the true threat comes from Tel Aviv. Al-Busaidi pushes for a new security order built around regional states. Omani Foreign Minister Badr al-Busaidi penned an op-ed for the French outlet Le Monde on Tuesday. The article …
(2026-07-22). 'Justice for Lorenzo' protests disrupt Houston council meeting. aljazeera.com Protesters shouted 'Justice for Lorenzo' at a Houston, Texas, city council meeting on Tuesday after an ICE shooting.
(2026-07-22). Republicans Trying To Give Big Oil Immunity For Causing Climate Chaos. popularresistance.org The science used to attribute extreme weather events to climate change has advanced remarkably in recent years, allowing policy makers, judges, and the public to see clear links between disasters and the fossil fuel emissions driving climate crisis. Now, as the links become clearer, oil and gas lobbyists are scrambling to shield the industry from a wave of lawsuits and state laws seeking to hold profiteers accountable for the damage that burning fossil fuels causes to communities and public health.
(2026-07-22). China to equip 90% ports with smart inspection devices by 2030. ecns.cn Authorities said more high-tech devices including smart scanners and inspection robots will be deployed to reduce manual inspections and cargo dwell time. Systems will integrate temperature monitoring, radiation detection and baggage screening for faster passenger clearance.
(2026-07-22). The dark green lobby that nobody talks about. wattsupwiththat.com There is a highly influential lobbying group in Europe, founded and based in The Hague, which you have never heard of: the European Climate Foundation. With an annual budget of hundreds of millions of euros, funded by American billionaires, it successfully lobbies for climate neutrality in Europe. Yet the media remains deafeningly silent on this group.
(2026-07-22). 2 workers injured at Camden's troubled scrap metal facility. whyy.org This story is part of the From the Poconos to the Jersey Shore to the mouth of the Delaware Bay, what do you want to know about climate change? What would you like us to cover?
| Two men working at EMR's scrap metal recycling complex in Camden's Waterfront South neighborhood were hurt in an industrial accident Saturday night and were transported to Cooper University Hospital. | The incident occurred days after a judge had allowed th…
(2026-07-22). Yemen tightens security as oil exports resume, STC plan protests. newarab.com 
Yemeni authorities have tightened security across the Military and security forces have been deployed across the province, with heigh…
(2026-07-22). Canada FM urges Middle East de-escalation, calls South China Sea confrontation. al-monitor.com MANILA, July 22 (Reuters) – Canada is calling for a de-escalation and a permanent ceasefire in the Middle East, with the situation "quite grave", its foreign minister Anita Anand said on Wednesday on the sidelines of an ASEAN meeting. She also reaffirmed Canada's support for international law in addressing tensions in the South China Sea during meetings with Southeast Asian counterparts in Manila.
(2026-07-22). Extreme heatwave grips Tunisia as wide power cuts fuel frustration. al-monitor.com In Tunisia long power outages across the country have added to the strain of an intense heatwave, with temperatures as high as 49C, leaving many fearing for their livelihoods. | Power and water cuts have affected parts of Tunisia in previous summers, but this year's outages have spread across much of the country.
(2026-07-22). The Indian football tournament where goats replace trophies. aljazeera.com GOATs are not players, but prizes at this football tournament in eastern India.
(2026-07-22). Teachers at AFT Convention plan multi-front battle against MAGA. peoplesworld.org WASHINGTON—Say what you will about the Teachers/AFT, but they're not afraid to speak out on controversial issues. From the war on Iran to Medicare for All, the 3,000 delegates to their convention in mid-July in D.C. pulled no punches. Their just-concluded convention in D.C. included resolutions demanding not just an end to the U.S. war …
(2026-07-22). You Have Nothing to Lose But Your Supply Chains! publicbooks.org "Logistics," warns Susan Zieger, "reveals how the illicit economy is the legitimate economy: the nature of free trade prevents the two from ever being separated."
(2026-07-22). ASEAN's 2026 Moment of Truth. unitedworldint.com By Mehmet Enes Be≈üer ASEAN has spent much of its life doing a particular kind of political magic: holding a diverse region together by refusing to pretend its members are the same. Different systems, different threat perceptions, different economic models—yet a shared habit of consultation. For decades, the "ASEAN way" wasn't a punchline. It was …
(2026-07-22). Navy Picks RAACM-ER Low-Cost Cruise Missile For Program To Help Arm Allies. twz.com
(2026-07-22). As Data Centers Sidestep Tribal Consultations, Tribal Nations Are Fighting Back. truthout.org When Gov. Kathy Hochul signed a one-year pause on data center construction on July 14, making New York the first state to pump the brakes on the AI infrastructure boom, tribal nations had already enacted their own moratoriums for months without waiting for a governor's signature. The Seminole Nation passed its own moratorium in Oklahoma in March. The Tonawanda Seneca Nation sued over a facility in… |
(2026-07-22). Peace at borders 'pre-requisite for normal ties', India tells China. tribune.com.pk 
Indian Foreign Minister S Jaishankar said on Wednesday that he told his Chinese counterpart Wang Yi that the neighbours should tackle key aspects of relations, such as fair market access and trade balance, in New Delhi's effort to repair ties with Beijing. | The remarks came during a meeting with his Chinese counterpart in the Philippine capital of Manila, which is hosting the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) Foreign Ministers' Meeting and related meetings through Friday. | "We believe that a stable and cooperative relationship can best be developed based on mutual resp…
(2026-07-22). MHT CET 2026 Engineering (FE) Merit List – Link, Steps to Check. ummid.com The Maharashtra State Common Entrance Test (CET) Cell is releasing on its official website fe2026.mahacet.org today i.e. Wednesday July 22, 2026 Provisional Merit List containing the names of the students who have registered for admission to First Year Engineering (FE) B.E. and B.Tech four year courses for the academic year 2026-27.
(2026-07-22). EAEU-Mongolia interim trade agreement enters into force. eng.belta.by The temporary trade agreement between the Eurasian Economic Union and its member states on one side and Mongolia on the other signed last year entered into force on 22 July.
(2026-07-22). Mohammad Ali Jauhar University and Demolition Politics. ummid.com The students of Mohammad Ali Jauhar University are sitting in protest to oppose the notice issued by the Rampur Development Authority (RDA) which has asked for 38 of the forty buildings of the university to be demolished.
(2026-07-22). Israel targets X users, right-wing media with $2 million ad push. responsiblestatecraft.org The Israeli government paid a Republican Party-aligned public affairs company $9.9 million to advertise and promote content in American social media and news sites, according to a new
(2026-07-22). Media avoids Israel's sadism like a crocodile-infested moat. asiapacificreport.nz COMMENTARY: By Jeremy Rose Israel's Environment Ministry has removed the protected status of Nile crocodiles to allow them to be used in a moat guarding the country's largest detainment camp, a move requested by National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir. The story has been widely covered by Israel's English-language press, alternative media worldwide, and news sites…
(2026-07-22). Jersey Shore on a budget: Free beaches, affordable getaways and more. whyy.org 
From Camden and Cherry Hill to Trenton and the Jersey Shore, what about life in New Jersey do you want WHYY News to cover? With gas prices trending up, a Jersey Shore getaway is already expensive for families, and beach tag fees don't make it easier. | Fortunately, several South Jersey beaches continue to remain free. From Atlantic City and Wildwood to quieter spots like Strathmere and Beesley's Point, these beaches still make it easier to plan an affordable shore day. | Here's a roundup of free beaches and budget-friendly activities for families. | Aerial view of free beach…
(2026-07-22). Pro-Israel activists writhe over Ms. Rachel post on army funding. newarab.com Pro-Israel activists were sent spinning into rage after children's entertainer The outburst is the latest against Ms. Rachel, who has become a leading advocate for the safety of children in Palestine and other parts of the world devastated by war. | "It's not Christian to vote to fund Israel's military when they are…
(2026-07-22). RFK Jr. Says Cyclospora Outbreak Is 'Under Control' Lol, Sure Dog. newsone.com Source: AndreyPopov / Getty | An outbreak of Cyclospora has infected over 1,000 people in at least five states over the last couple of months. Despite the FDA walking back its original finding of the outbreak's source, Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. said the outbreak is "under control" during a news conference on Tuesday. | You know, for some reason, I just don't believe him. |
(2026-07-22). Israel and War in the Gulf: Don't Worry Be Happy. newarab.com The New Arab/Al-Araby Al-Jadeed Cartoon of the Day by Palestinian-Jordanian editorial cartoonist Emad Hajjaj.
(2026-07-22). When 'Self Hand-Cuffed' Rahul Gandhi Shocked Narendra Modi. ummid.com Intensifying the party's protest against the union government, Rahul Gandhi Tuesday July 21, 2026 marched to the official residence of Prime Minister Modi and sat on a dharna along with Party President Mallikarjun Kharge, Kerala CM VD Satheesan, Karnataka CM DK Shivakumar and other Congress MPs and leaders.
(2026-07-22). Austria turns Adolf Hitler's birthplace into police station. aljazeera.com Austrian politicians hope the change will prevent neo-Nazis from visiting the building as a place of pilgrimage.
(2026-07-22). Ukraine: America's Enduring Proxy War on Russia. scheerpost.com Eisenhower's warning that US policy would be captured by a scientific-technological elite supplies a specific reason the US sustains the Ukraine war: Ukraine has become a unique, live-fire laboratory for AI warfare at scale. Jeffrey D. Sachs & Sybil Fares Common Dreams In his farewell address of January 1961, Dwight Eisenhower warned Americans against the …
(2026-07-22). US measles cases hit 2,260 as vaccine exemptions fuel worst outbreak in decades. nationofchange.org With summer travel accelerating transmission and childhood immunization rates sliding, public-health analysts warn the nation is on track to forfeit the measles elimination status it has held since 2000.
(2026-07-22). Anton Jà§ger: Hyperpolitics in Command? newleftreview.org A diagnosis of the scrambled political culture of today's Atlantic elites, with Trump read as symptom as much as cause. Can the concept of hyperpolitics help to decipher the strategic incoherence and foreshortened horizons of the West's fractious ruling-class blocs?
(2026-07-22). OpenAI says AI models went rogue during testing, triggering 'unprecedented' breach at startup. tribune.com.pk OpenAI said on Tuesday that an autonomous agent powered by its advanced AI models went rogue during a security test and triggered a hack that compromised the infrastructure of AI startup Hugging Face last week. | In a blog post, OpenAI said it was testing the capabilities of some of its most advanced models in a controlled environment but that the agent managed to escape containment, reach the internet and break into Hugging Face to try to satisfy its testing goal. | OpenAI said the breakout was "an unprecedented cyber incident, involving state-of-the-art cyber c…
(2026-07-22). Yemen's Houthis claim attack on two Saudi oil tankers. aljazeera.com Claimed attacks come days after Houthis announced naval embargo on Saudi vessels…
(2026-07-22). Philly-based artist completes his World Cup trophy made of finger and toenails. whyy.org 
(2026-07-22). Punjab moves to revoke Ring Road NOCs. tribune.com.pk The Punjab government has initiated formal proceedings to revoke the No Objection Certificates (NOCs) issued for the proposed service areas on both sides of the Rawalpindi Ring Road, following concerns that the approvals were granted without the requisite government authorisation. | Sources said former district administration officials in Rawalpindi allegedly issued the NOCs in an attempt to alter the design of the multibillion-rupee project without obtaining prior approval from the provincial government. | Officials are now conducting a comprehensive review of all legal, administrative and financial aspects r…
(2026-07-22). India opposition leader released after protest detention. geo.tv Indian opposition leader Rahul Gandhi is detained by police during a sit-in protest outside Prime Minister Narendra Modi's residence, demanding accountability for police action against students, in New Delhi, India, July 21, 2026.— Reuters 60 civilians,…
(2026-07-22). Global Air Conditioning: Adaptation in Action (warming alarmists getting their due). wattsupwiththat.com Climate policy should demote futile, wasteful mitigation policies to promote adaptation, which requires energy affordability, reliability, and availability. This is most needed in the EU, "another example of citizens revolting against the mandates and moralizing of government and progressive elites" (WSJ). The momentum is building for comfort over dogma.
(2026-07-22). China hawks are losing the public opinion battle. responsiblestatecraft.org It sometimes seems easier to imagine the end of the world than the end of Washington's anti-China obsession.Congressional Republicans, on one side, are championing a staggering $1.5 trillion Pentagon budget that would
(2026-07-22). The invisible deaths of migrants haunt Tunisia's coastline. newarab.com 
(2026-07-22). U.S. announces 'counterterrorism' push against leftist groups, pro-Palestine voices. mronline.org Secretary of State Rubio announced the new 'counterterrorism' strategy during a conference in Washington despite the lack of evidence showing a threat from left-wing groups.
(2026-07-22). Excavation underway at home in Philadelphia's Olney section amid ongoing investigation. whyy.org This story originally appeared on Investigators are back out at a home in Philadelphia's Olney section on Wednesday that has drawn the attention of several law enforcement agencies. | Philadelphia police said they are excavating a pipe at the residence along the 400 block of Chew Avenue, with the assistance of the FBI and water department. | Once they have removed the pipe, officials say it will then be examined by forensics. | This comes after sources said cad…
(2026-07-22). China handles 34.17b cross-regional passenger trips in the first half of 2026. ecns.cn China handled 34.17 billion cross-regional passenger trips in the first half of 2026, the Ministry of Transport said on Wednesday.
(2026-07-22). Nigeria: Boko Haram Trials Ineffective, Flawed. hrw.org Click to expand Image | Members of the Nigerian police force are seen outside the Federal High Court, in Abuja, Nigeria, on October 21, 2021. | © 2021 Kola Sulaimon / AFP via Getty Images | The Nigerian authorities' prosecution of Boko Haram suspects does not advance justice for serious international crimes, as the cases continue to target primarily low-level suspects and raise significant fair trial concerns.Trials were conducted without witnesses or circumstantial evidence, prosecutors dropped some seemingly serious charges, while many plea-driven convictions were for aiding armed groups that may have b…
(2026-07-22). India's Rahul Gandhi speaks out after release. aljazeera.com Indian opposition leader Rahul Gandhi has spoken out publicly for the first time since he was arrested during protests.
(2026-07-22). 'A profound tragedy': Protests in Italy over Moroccan's death. newarab.com Italy's Moroccan community has demanded an independent investigation into Thousands of
(2026-07-22). Europe's scorching heatwave — capitalist climate crisis intensifies. mronline.org 
"This heatwave is a dress rehearsal… they are getting more frequent, stronger and lasting longer. Every summer we fail to prepare for them is a summer we pay for in lives."
(2026-07-22). Mohan Bhagwat: Types of Hindus. ummid.com RSS Chief Mohan Bhagwat needs to spell out the validity of his classification of Hindus with the caste system in mind.
(2026-07-22). Oil extends gains to near six-week highs on new Middle East supply risks. tribune.com.pk Oil prices extended gains to trade near six-week highs on Wednesday as fears of further supply disruptions intensified after US forces struck Iranian military targets for the 11th straight night, while oil tankers made U-turns in the Red Sea after warnings by the Iran-backed Houthi militia. | Brent crude futures rose $1.84, or 2.0%, to $92.85 a barrel, the highest since June 11. US West Texas Intermediate crude climbed $1.67, or 2%, to $86.01, its highest since June 12. | The gains came after oil settled at a five-week high on Tuesday in the wake of US forces str…
(2026-07-22). Constable martyred in Waziristan ambush. tribune.com.pk A police constable was martyred after unidentified armed assailants opened fire on him in an ambush in the Sarwekai area of Upper South Waziristan on Wednesday. | Muharrir Constable Muhammad Mehran, who was posted at the Sarwekai Police Station, was on his way to perform official duty when unidentified attackers lying in wait opened fire near a seasonal stream close to Moula Khan Sarai. He sustained critical injuries and died on the spot. | Soon after the incident, police and other law enforcement personnel rushed to the scene, cordoned off the area, collected evidence, and launched a search operation to appre…
(2026-07-22). Report Back from Iran with Max Blumenthal. wibailoutpeople.org On July 21, The Grayzone's Max Blumenthal discussed his reporting from Iran and presented his analysis of the current phase of US war on the country before a packed house at Washington DC's Busboys and Poets. Blumenthal then took questions from the crowd, including many Iranian Americans opposed to the lethal assault on the country …
(2026-07-22). HKIA reports robust passenger, cargo growth in first half. ecns.cn Hong Kong International Airport (HKIA) recorded steady growth in both passenger and cargo traffic in the first half of this year, according to data released by the Airport Authority Hong Kong (AAHK) on Monday.
(2026-07-22). DTE Maha Direct 2nd Year Diploma 2026 Round 1 Allotment – Steps, Link. ummid.com The DTE Maharashtra is publishing on its official website dsd26.dtemaharashtra.gov.in today i.e. Friday July 17, 2026 CAP Round 1 Seat Allotment result of the candidates who have applied for Admission to Direct Second Post SSC Diploma in Engineering, Technology (Polytechnic) for the academic year 2026-27.
(2026-07-22). Milwaukee, August 9, 2026: Red Magic Art Festival A Celebration of Indigenous Art, Culture and Community. wibailoutpeople.org
(2026-07-22). US says interim trade deal with India 'almost complete'. tribune.com.pk 
United States Secretary of State Marco Rubio and Indian External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar on Wednesday agreed on the importance of finalising the "almost complete" interim trade deal between the two countries during a meeting in Manila, the US State Department said. | According to State Department spokesperson Tommy Pigott, Rubio and Jaishankar also discussed recent developments in the Middle East and the Indo-Pacific. | The meeting took place in Manila, where the two sides reviewed progress on bilateral cooperation and discussed defence and trade-related issues. | Read: Trump likely to visit India early…
(2026-07-22). Why the Trump administration is running scared of the global criminal court in The Hague. asiapacificreport.nz BP Daily The strongest sign that the International Criminal Court (ICC) still has teeth is that the most powerful administration in the world is trying to pull them out. Secretary of State Marco Rubio declared this week that the Trump administration would use "all the tools at our government's disposal" to "dismantle" the ICC, calling…
(2026-07-22). Sindh on high alert for Chehlum as security tightened. tribune.com.pk Home Minister Ziaul Hassan Lanjar on Wednesday reviewed security, traffic management and civic arrangements for the Chehlum of Hazrat Imam Hussain (RA). | The meeting was attended by senior officials, including the home secretary, advocate general, IG, Karachi commissioner, AIG Karachi, CTD officials, Special Branch DIG, representatives of Pakistan Rangers Sindh, KMC, Water Board and Rescue 1122. | Officials from police, Rangers, district administration and other departments gave detailed briefings on security plans, traffic control, emergency response, sanitation and water supply arrangements for processions…
(2026-07-22). Fond du Lac, July 31-August 1, 2026: First Annual Wisconsin Immigration Summit: Stronger Together. wibailoutpeople.org 
REGISTER NOW Join us for the First Annual Wisconsin Immigration Summit: Stronger Together — a powerful gathering of organizers, advocates, faith leaders, and community members from across Wisconsin committed to advancing immigrant justice and building collective power. Together, we will learn from experts in the field, participate in hands-on workshops, engage in strategy conversations, and build …
(2026-07-22). China adds 6.95 million new urban jobs in first half. ecns.cn China created 6.95 million new urban jobs in the first half of 2026, flat year on year, with the surveyed urban unemployment rate averaging 5.2%, the Ministry of Human Resources and Social Security said Wednesday.
(2026-07-22). War against Iran has cost US $37.5bn so far. geo.tv US Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth gestures as he testifies during a Senate Appropriations Committee hearing on US President Donald Trump's supplemental funding request for the Department of Defense, in Washington, DC, US, July 21, 2026. — ReutersPentagon seeking additional funding…
(2026-07-22). US Senators rip into Hegseth as War Secretary begs for more war funding: 'We need straight answers…'. hindustantimes.com War Secretary Pete Hegseth faced a bruising Senate Armed Services hearing as lawmakers tore into his Iran war strategy, ballooning costs, mounting U.S. casualties and his controversial record on women, misconduct and workplace drinking. This video breaks down the sharpest exchanges, what senators demanded, and how Hegseth tried to defend both the war and himself.
(2026-07-22). English FA charges Southampton coach Tonda Eckert over 'spygate' scandal. aljazeera.com Allegations of spying on rivals led to Southampton's expulsion from the Championship playoff final.
(2026-07-22). Stop Police ICE Terror! People's Self Defense Against Racist, Anti-Worker Terror Is a Human Right! wibailoutpeople.org
(2026-07-22). WHYY Newscast for Wednesday 6:00 a.m. whyy.org The latest local headlines from WHYY…
(2026-07-22). South Africa is fertile ground for investment that delivers. sanews.gov.za South Africa is fertile ground for investment that delivers | By Michael Currin | South Africa's investment story is increasingly moving beyond pledges and conference commitments. It is taking shape on factory floors, industrial parks and manufacturing hubs, where production lines are being modernised, facilities expanded, workers retained and upskilled, and businesses positioned for long-term growth and global competitiveness. ⚪ Investor confidence is increasingly being reinforced by evidence that commitments are translating into implementation. This demonstrates that South Africa's investment story is becoming…
(2026-07-22). 'Waiting in the Wings' theater review: Women led play boldly tackles taboos on death and old age. peoplesworld.org 
The multi-talented London-born actor/playwright/composer Sir Noà´l Coward was renowned as the very soul of sophisticated Brit wit. However, when the chips were down, and Hitler's bombs were falling during the Battle of Britain, Coward courageously turned his talents to the war effort, writing, co-directing (with David Lean) and co-starring as a Naval captain aboard a …
(2026-07-22). Rubio meets Wang, discusses laying groundwork for Chinese US visit. al-monitor.com By Michael MartinaMANILA, July 22 (Reuters) – U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio said he discussed with Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi on Wednesday the need to identify areas of cooperation to lay the groundwork for a "very positive visit" to Washington in September by President Xi Jinping.Meeting with Wang in Manila on the sidelines of a regional gathering led by the Southeast Asian bloc ASEAN, Rubio said both sides had differences, but their job was to manage them and ensure they do not get out of control.
(2026-07-22). Pakistan seeks US support for better access to global capital markets. tribune.com.pk Pakistan on Tuesday sought greater US support for improved access to international capital markets, stronger foreign exchange reserves and better sovereign credit ratings as Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb met US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent. | According to the Finance Ministry, Aurangzeb briefed the US Treasury Secretary on Pakistan's economic progress, saying the country had moved from "macroeconomic stabilisation to sustainable, export-led growth". | During the meeting, the finance minister also highlighted "the negative impacts of the regional situation on the Pakistani economy," noting that the ec…
(2026-07-22). GATE 2027 Dates, Detailed Schedule Released. ummid.com The Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Madras has published the dates, detailed schedule and time table of the Graduate Aptitude Test in Engineering 2027 or GATE 2027 on its official website 'gate2027.iitm.ac.in'.
(2026-07-22). How Did a Ukrainian Soldier Survive 346 Days in a Foxhole? moderndiplomacy.eu For 346 days, Ukrainian soldier Serhii Krynitskyi lived beneath the battlefield in a cramped foxhole no larger than a small bedroom, surviving relentless Russian assaults, drone attacks and months of near-total isolation. His remarkable story offers a rare glimpse into how drone warfare has transformed modern combat, replacing large troop movements with tiny groups of …
(2026-07-22). Zazhynki rite in Vitebsk Oblast. eng.belta.by Vitebsk Broiler Poultry Farm marked the start of the harvest drive with the Zazhynki age-old rite or a first sheaf ceremony. The harvesting kicked off with the wheat crop.
(2026-07-22). Moms of Black babies more likely to be flagged to police over alleged pregnancy drug use. peoplesworld.org The mothers of Black newborns are more likely than those of White newborns to be referred to law enforcement over allegations of substance use during pregnancy, according to The Marshall Project's new analysis of child welfare data from eight states. The referrals are often the result of unreliable hospital drug tests performed at childbirth that are easily misinterpreted and …
(2026-07-22). China makes major breakthrough in hybrid rice breeding with high cloning efficiency. ecns.cn China has made a significant advance in hybrid rice breeding, with a research team developing a one-line hybrid rice that achieves a cloning efficiency stably above 99% while setting seed normally, according to Xinhua News Agency.
(2026-07-22). Across Borders and Prison Walls: Keeping Families Connected During the Libya—Chad Conflict. icrc.org Long before the crises that followed 2011, the International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) had already built a long and sometimes difficult history of humanitarian engagement in Libya and across its borders.
(2026-07-22). Pa. Medicaid now covers abortion, but for how long? AG, pro-life groups wage an appeals fight. whyy.org From Philly and the Pa. suburbs to South Jersey and Delaware, what would you like WHYY News to cover? Pennsylvania Medicaid, also known as The taxpayer-funded health insurance program for people with low incomes is paying for the procedures as of July 16. The change follows an
(2026-07-22). JI rejects daily fuel price mechanism. tribune.com.pk Jamaat-e-Islami (JI) has rejected the federal government's decision to determine petroleum product prices on a daily basis and announced a nationwide protest on August 7 under the leadership of party chief Hafiz Naeemur Rehman. | Addressing a press conference at the Peshawar Press Club on Wednesday, Jamaat-e-Islami Central Khyber-Pakhtunkhwa Ameer Abdul Wasi, accompanied by Provincial General Secretary Sabir Hussain Awan, said the party had already launched a protest movement against the government's recent decisions. | He said petroleum prices were previously fixed in the annual budget but the pricing mechani…
(2026-07-22). Dar urges ADB to expedite financing for ML-1 railway project. tribune.com.pk 
Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar on Wednesday urged the Asian Development Bank (ADB) to expedite processing of financing for Pakistan's Main Line-1 (ML-1) railway project, describing it as one of the government's flagship infrastructure initiatives during a meeting with senior ADB leadership at the bank's headquarters in Manila. | Dar held the meeting on the sidelines of the 33rd ASEAN Regional Forum Ministerial Meeting in Manila, where Pakistan is engaging regional partners through bilateral meetings. | According to the Foreign Office, Dar held a meeting at the ADB headquarters with ADB Vi…
(2026-07-22). Sindh to rein in 'misleading' social media content. tribune.com.pk The Sindh government has decided to take measures to curb the spread of negative and misleading propaganda on social media, with a proposal to establish a provincial-level monitoring cell, Senior Minister Sharjeel Inam Memon said on Wednesday. | The decision was taken during a meeting of the Information Department chaired by Sharjeel Memon. The meeting was attended by Secretary Information Kashif Gulzar Shaikh, Director General Information Moez Pirzada, and other senior officials. | Participants reviewed strategies to counter what officials described as coordinated campaigns spreading misinformation and conten…
(2026-07-22). Gold rises for second consecutive day, reaches Rs433,836 per tola. tribune.com.pk Gold and silver prices increased in both international and domestic markets on Wednesday, driven by gains in the global bullion market. In the international bullion market, the price of gold rose by $46 to $4,114 per ounce. | According to the All-Pakistan Gems and Jewellers Sarafa Association (APGJSA), in the local market, the price of 24-carat gold increased by Rs4,600 per tola to Rs433,836. The price of 10 grams of gold also climbed by Rs3,944 to Rs371,944. | Meanwhile, silver prices recorded modest gains in the local market. The price of silver per tola rose by Rs7 to Rs6,403, while the price of 10 grams of…
(2026-07-22). Mamdani says New York can't arrest 'war criminal' Netanyahu on ICC warrant. geo.tv New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani speaks about Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu at an unknown location, in this still image taken from handout video released July 21, 2026. — Reuters Mamdani calls on federal officials to step in and execute warrant.Calls Netanyahu…
(2026-07-22). Sun Yingsha retains women's singles world No. 1 ranking for four straight years. ecns.cn Chinese table tennis star Sun Yingsha has remained top of the women's singles world rankings for four consecutive years, World Table Tennis announced on Tuesday.
(2026-07-22). Energy Security and Climate Realism Usher in Coal's Rise. wattsupwiththat.com Stop pretending that every rise in renewables implies a fall in coal. Stop using extreme scenarios to frighten the public into accepting policy mandates that do not fit the needs of growing economies. And stop telling developing nations that they must sacrifice dependable power in the name of predictive models that no longer command trust.
(2026-07-22). Heilongjiang smart agriculture training showcases intelligent breeding 5.0. ecns.cn A smart agriculture training program opened Tuesday in Jiansanjiang, part of the Beidahuang Group in Heilongjiang Province, showcasing frontier technologies including intelligent rice breeding 5.0, gene edited breeding and long term black soil monitoring.
(2026-07-22). International Criminal Court members to vote on firing prosecutor Khan over alleged misconduct. tribune.com.pk Member states of the International Criminal Court (ICC) will vote on Friday on whether to fire chief prosecutor Karim Khan for alleged sexual misconduct in a case that has damaged the tribunal's credibility at a time when the US has ramped up its attacks on the court. | Khan, 56, denies any wrongdoing. The vote on his fate comes just a week after Washington announced a renewed diplomatic campaign to dismantle the ICC, which it says is a threat to US sovereignty. | "The court is already in a precarious state," Mark Ellis, the executive director of the International Bar Association and a longtime ‚&A…
(2026-07-22). The AI Boom Runs On Toxic Air. levernews.com Drive through the heart of the Permian Basin in West Texas, and the scale of the area's oil and gas industry is undeniable. Tens of thousands of active wells, drill rigs, pipeline corridors, and flare stacks cover this 86,000-square-mile stretch of West Texas and southeastern New Mexico. At night, flare after flare burns orange against the dark sky. The Permian is the most productive oil field in the United States, responsible for roughly
(2026-07-22). Delaware declares measles outbreak as cases quickly climb to 4. whyy.org From Philly and the Pa. suburbs to South Jersey and Delaware, what would you like WHYY News to cover? Delaware health officials have identified at least four cases of measles All cases so far have been among unvaccinated adult men in Kent County. | Prior to July 20, Delaware had not recorded a single measles case in over a decade. This cluster of infections is happening at a time when…
(2026-07-22). 'Money? I won't take it': Javed Sheikh reveals he refused fee for 'Om Shanti Om'. tribune.com.pk Veteran actor Javed Sheikh revealed that he initially refused to accept a fee for his role in the Indian film Om Shanti Om, calling it an honour to work alongside Bollywood star Shah Rukh Khan. However, Sheikh revealed, filmmaker Farah Khan and Shah Rukh insisted on paying him. | In an interview, Sheikh reflected on playing Shah Rukh's father in the 2007 blockbuster, recalling how welcomed and appreciated he had felt throughout his time on set. "We don't stay in touch, but we had a great friendship when I was there. The time I spent with Shah Rukh during Om Shanti Om was excellent, superb," the actor said. | D…
(2026-07-22). Graphic evidence shown as D4vd murder hearing begins. aljazeera.com Hearing in singer D4vd's murder case begins.
(2026-07-22). Nolan Wells Independent Autopsy Findings: Here's What We Know. newsone.com Source: Wells Family GoFundMe / Screenshot | The parents of 18-year-old Nolan Xavier Wells stood alongside nationally renowned civil rights and personal injury attorney Ben Crump on July 22 during a news conference at the 117th NAACP National Convention
(2026-07-22). Ukrainian F-16 Scored First Air-To-Air Kill Against A Russian Fighter: Top U.S. General. twz.com 
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(2026-07-22). After Rahul Gandhi detained, India's 'Cockroach' vows to persist. newarab.com
(2026-07-22). AOC: US-Israeli Military Integration Measure "Existential Threat" to Democracy. truthout.org Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez (D-New York) issued a stark warning this week about a congressional measure that would merge the U.S. and Israel's military technology industrial complexes, saying that it represents an "existential threat" to U.S. democracy. The provision — called the "U.S.-Israel Defense Technology Cooperation Initiative," or Section 219 — is included in the 2027 National… |
(2026-07-22). China targets 56.4% forest and grassland coverage by 2030. ecns.cn China aims to raise its forest and grassland coverage rate to 56.4% by 2030, according to a newly released five-year plan for forestry and grassland conservation and utilization, the National Forestry and Grassland Administration (NFGA) said on Wednesday.
(2026-07-22). How Israel has used sexualized violence as a weapon of settler colonialism from 1948 to today. therealnews.com 
This story originally appeared in In December 2023, former State Department official, Josh Paul told CNN anchor, Christiane Amanpour that during his tenure in the foreign service, he learned of the rape of a 13-year old boy by Israeli officers while in captivity. In response to U.S. inquiries, the Israeli Government designated the Defense for Children International, the Palestin…
(2026-07-22). Gandhi demands Modi's resignation. tribune.com.pk India's main opposition leader, Rahul Gandhi, demanded on Tuesday that Prime Minister Narendra Modi step down over the police crackdown against student protests calling for reforms in the education system. | Modi must resign "for destroying the future of India's youth", the Congress Party leader said in a | post on social media as he led a march with other lawmakers towards the prime minister's residence in New Delhi. | "The government doesn't want to take any accountability, nor does it want to have a debate on it in parliament," said Gandhi, the leader of the opposition in the lower house. | Gandhi later sta…
(2026-07-22). India Needs to Reimagine How We Conduct Exams: Rahul Gandhi. ummid.com Highlighting the loopholes in India's Education System and taking Modi government to task on paper leaks, Rahul Gandhi, while addressing students gathered for Congress Party's Chhatron Ki Goonj or Echo of Students event in Dehradun, Uttarakhand Friday July 17, 2026, called for major changes in the way examinations are conducting in India.
(2026-07-22). Somalia claims it killed senior Shabaab leader. longwarjournal.org Somalia said that it and "international partners" killed Maalin Jinow Ibrahim, a reported co-founder of Shabaab and a member of its central shura council, in a targeted operation earlier this month. However, Al Qaeda's branch for East Africa has yet to confirm his death.
(2026-07-22). Austrian home where Hitler was born reopened as police station. aljazeera.com For decades, neo-Nazis and far-right extremists flocked to the Austrian home where Adolf Hitler.
(2026-07-22). Tom Mertes: Manufacturing Impunity. newleftreview.org Tom Mertes on Richard Beck, Homeland. Origins and afterlives of America's long War on Terror.
(2026-07-22). US, Saudi Arabia set to sign nuclear agreement: What to know. al-monitor.com The agreement would allow US companies to build uranium enrichment facilities in Saudi Arabia for its civilian nuclear program.
(2026-07-22). Man Who Recruited Women For Jeffrey Epstein Found Dead In Home. newsone.com Source: ANGELA WEISS / Getty | A man who recruited models for Jeffrey Epstein was found dead in his home near Paris. So anyway, what are y'all doing for lunch today? |
(2026-07-22). Jack Copley: Rentier Regimes. newleftreview.org Jack Copley on Timothy Mitchell, The Alibi of Capital. Capital re-conceptualized as terraforming expropriation of the future.
(2026-07-22). Morocco-Nigeria gas pipeline advances, but security risks remain. newarab.com West African leaders have backed a The intergovernmental agreement was endorsed by
(2026-07-22). 'Godzilla vs Kong' actress Kaylee Hottle dies at 18 in tragic car crash in US. ptcnews.tv PTC Web Desk: Actress Kaylee Hottle, who won the hearts of audiences with her performance as Jia in Godzilla vs. Kong, has died in a tragic road accident in the United States. She was 18 years old.Kay | 'Godzilla vs Kong' actress Kaylee Hottle dies at 18 in tragic car crash in US…
(2026-07-22). Trump wants to deny healthcare to impoverished cancer patients. Welcome to the great American cruelty regime. therealnews.com 
A few weeks ago, we argued Well, this week a rule was issued by Medicare and Medicaid services that shows just how proficient the Trump administration is at inflicting pain. And the co…
(2026-07-22). WHYY Newscast for Wednesday 11:00 a.m. whyy.org The latest and local headlines from WHYY.
(2026-07-22). Why India is Failings Its Activists on Hunger Strikes? ummid.com The present regime has repeatedly shown itself willing to absorb prolonged public criticism, withstand moral condemnation and allow protests to dissipate without making substantive concessions.
(2026-07-22). The kingmaker paradox: Palestinian parties and Israel's election. newarab.com
(2026-07-22). Trump Administration Prosecutes US Scientists Amid Severe Ebola Epidemic. truthout.org HAMILTON, Mont. — The Trump administration has stepped up arrests and public condemnation of federal scientists studying viruses as the world faces one of its worst Ebola epidemics. In June, Vincent Munster, an infectious disease researcher at the National Institutes of Health, was charged with bringing biological specimens into the U.S. without proper documents. Weeks later, Sen. |
(2026-07-22). In Pictures: 38 Mohammad Ali Jauhar University Buildings Facing Demolition. ummid.com The 38 buildings of Mohammad Ali Jauhar University – that the BJP government in Uttar Pradesh has decided to demolish, are architectural masterpieces, designed after a lot of deliberations and research, and taking inspiration from different world monuments.
(2026-07-22). Who Is Mykhailo Drapatyi? Ukraine's New Army Chief Takes Command. moderndiplomacy.eu President Volodymyr Zelenskiy has appointed Major General Mykhailo Drapatyi as Ukraine's new commander-in-chief of the armed forces, marking a significant leadership change as Kyiv looks to reset its military strategy more than five years into the war with Russia. The 43-year-old replaces General Oleksandr Syrskyi, who was dismissed following days of public protests, making Drapatyi …
(2026-07-22). Beyond tariffs: What holds back Türkiye—ASEAN trade. moderndiplomacy.eu A Turkish manufacturer finds a distributor in Southeast Asia. The buyer likes the product, the price is acceptable and the first order appears close. Then the real work begins. The product may require another safety test. The label may need to be redesigned. A certificate accepted in Europe may not satisfy the national regulator. The …
(2026-07-22). US and Saudi Arabia announce nuclear cooperation deal. aljazeera.com Trump administration says 'historic' agreement will 'reinforce global nonproliferation standards' and create jobs in US.
(2026-07-22). Five suspects killed in Peshawar encounters. tribune.com.pk Five alleged hardened criminals were killed and two others were arrested in injured condition during separate police encounters carried out across six areas of Peshawar as part of an ongoing crackdown on street crime and organised criminal networks. | The operations were conducted on the directives of Capital City Police Officer (CCPO) Dr Mian Saeed in the jurisdictions of Gulbahar, Phandu, Pahari Pura, Shahpur, Mathra and Regi police stations. | According to police, the deceased suspects were identified as Yousaf, Usman, Ahsan, Siddiqullah alias Malik and Naeem. Police claimed they were accidentally killed by…
(2026-07-22). Algeria launches digital map of colonial environmental crimes. newarab.com 
The platform was unveiled on 7 July during the first session of the Joint Ministerial Committee on Environmental Memory, under the supervision of Algeria's Ministry of Environment, coinciding with the 64th anniversary…
(2026-07-22). Lukashenko congratulates People's Artist of Russia Oleg Gazmanov on birthday. eng.belta.by Your songs unite people of different generations and nationalities, filling the hearts of devoted fans with optimism, creative energy, and love for the Motherland, the head of state noted.
(2026-07-22). Supporters rally for embattled DA Krasner following Supreme Court decision and accusations of mishandling post-conviction cases. whyy.org
(2026-07-22). Colombia's "Shield of the Americas" to operate from Medellin: De la Espriella. colombiareports.com Medellin will be the home of the US-led "Shield of the Americas" security program, according to Colombia's President-elect Abelardo de la Espriella and Mayor Federico Gutierrez. At a meeting with authorities from the Antioquia province, De la Espriella and Gutierrez agreed that Colombia's second largest city is the "head of the snake of drug trafficking …
(2026-07-22). "Esclavizó directamente al menos a 26 personas" : un nuevo informe detalla la condición de esclavista de Caesar Rodney en medio del debate sobre el destino de su estatua. whyy.org En la primavera de 1776, los hombres, mujeres y niños negros que pertenecían al político de Delaware Caesar Rodney le estaban causando molestias. | "Dada su vil conducta pasada, no tienen derecho a esperar ningún favor ni trato preferencial de mi parte", escribió el dueño de la plantación a su he…
(2026-07-22). Is Gentrification Ruining Mexico City's Iconic Lucha Libre? lataco.com The Consejo Mundial de Lucha Libre was accused of gentrifying lucha libre. The truth is more complicated and a sign of many changes happening in wrestling worldwide.
(2026-07-22). The Story We're Not Telling About El-Obeid: SAF's Human Shields and Trapped Civilians. moderndiplomacy.eu The battle for El-Obeid is being framed almost exclusively as a story of Rapid Support Forces (RSF) encirclement, but an honest reckoning also requires confronting how the Sudanese Armed Forces (SAF) have trapped civilians inside the city, turning them into de facto human shields and obstructing their right to flee. International attention has zeroed in …
(2026-07-22). "Water will run out:" Colombia declares emergency over upcoming El Niño. colombiareports.com Colombia's government agreed to declare a national emergency over the consequences of El Niño, a climate phenomenon that is expected to bring extreme drought in December. According to the government's environmental institute, IDEAM, this year's Niño could become the worst since the 1950's and will peak between November 2026 an March 2027. During a minister's …