(2026-08-18). Hoping for an Energy-Intensive Future. wattsupwiththat.com The critical point is that developing nations are seeking not marginal improvements but rather fundamental, dramatic transformations in living standards. This necessitates massive investments in infrastructure, industrialization, and agricultural modernization — all energy-intensive.
(2026-08-18). Democratic Party pledges 'honest review' after preliminary election wipeout in Cook Islands. asiapacificreport.nz By Rashneel Kumar, editor of the Cook Islands News Cook Islands' Democratic Party leader Tina Pupuke-Browne has pledged an "honest campaign review" after preliminary results showed the party losing all its seats. Pupuke-Browne said the party will learn from its dismal 2026 general election performance, but added that it is "premature" to declare their final…
(2026-08-17). Jordan's king to visit China. ecns.cn At the invitation of Chinese President Xi Jinping, King of the Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan Abdullah II ibn Al Hussein will pay a state visit to China from August 18 to 24, according to Chinese Foreign Ministry on Monday.
(2026-08-17). From chips to sunflower seeds and dumplings, Washington's sanctions tear away its own fig-leaf. ecns.cn Do sunflower seeds and dumplings pose a "threat" to U.S. national security? | The question may sound absurd, but the latest additions to the so-called Uyghur Forced Labor Prevention Act (UFLPA) entity list have raised questions about the breadth of the U.S. trade restrictions on Chinese goods. 43 Chinese companies have been added to the list in a single day, bringing the total to 187. From advanced chips to food and everyday apparel, the overreaching "big stick" of U.S. sanctions has finally ripped away its own fig-leaf. | Is this move really driven by "humanrights concerns" as the West claimed, or is it merely t…
(2026-08-17). Xi urges advancing socialism with Chinese characteristics on centenary of late leader Jiang Zemin. ecns.cn Chinese President Xi Jinping on Monday hailed the "indelible contributions" of late leader Jiang Zemin and urged the whole Communist Party of China (CPC) and the Chinese people of all ethnic groups to continue advancing the cause of socialism with Chinese characteristics.
(2026-08-18). Philadelphia teachers union says district's poor oversight led to Kensington High asbestos closure. whyy.org From Philly and the Pa. suburbs to South Jersey and Delaware, what would you like WHYY News to cover? Philadelphia's teachers union is accusing the school district of poor oversight of an HVAC renovation project at Kensington High School that will A contractor not authorized to safely remove asbestos disturbed the cancer-causing fibers in multiple places throughout the Kensington High School building this sum…
(2026-08-17). Japanese PM's address blurs Japan's responsibility for its acts of aggression: Chinese spokesperson. ecns.cn In her speech, Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi shunned reflection on historical lessons and blurred Japan's responsibility for its acts of aggression, taking a major backward step on historical issues, Chinese foreign ministry spokesperson Lin Jian said on Monday.
(2026-08-17). E China's Qingdao explores smarter ways to improve delivery safety. ecns.cn Alibaba's on-demand delivery platform Taobao Flash Sale, also known as Taobao Shangou, has introduced a new safety measure that adds riders' waiting time at traffic lights to their delivery time allowance. Qingdao in Shandong Province is among the first cities to adopt this mechanism.
(2026-08-17). DJI vows continued legal action after U.S. court orders to review its 'military company' designation. ecns.cn Chinese drone maker DJI said Monday it would continue its legal challenge after a U.S. federal appeals court ordered a lower court to review a case over the company's designation as a "Chinese military company" by the U.S. Department of Defense.
(2026-08-18). The impossible homecoming: Christopher Nolan's Odyssey and the trauma of war. onlineopinion.com.au Odysseus's tragedy is not that he cannot find his way home. It is that he does, and discovers the journey has only begun.
(2026-08-18). Four months on, still no charges in death of man in Fiji military custody. asiapacificreport.nz 
RNZ Pacific reporters The Fiji Police Force has yet to charge any suspects four months after the alleged murder of the reportedly infamous Jone Vakarisi while he was in military custody. Vakarisi, 37, who was widely known for being on the wrong side of the law and reportedly linked to criminal networks, died on April…
(2026-08-17). Hot online trends fuel new wave of inbound tourism. ecns.cn Viral trends such as China Cool and Chinamaxxing are helping fuel a surge in international tourism, as more travelers head to China in search of immersive, firsthand experiences.
(2026-08-17). Fast-track for 24-hour visa-free transit opens at Haikou Meilan Airport. ecns.cn A new fast-track service for international passengers eligible for 24-hour direct transit without border inspection formalities has officially opened at Haikou Meilan International Airport in south China's Hainan Province, the airport announced on Monday.
(2026-08-17). Chinese short-drama platform moves to curb 'copy-paste' AI faces. ecns.cn Chinese short-drama platform Hongguo Short Drama has announced new rules for AI-generated characters, seeking to curb the repeated use of similar-looking faces across different shows and make characters more distinctive.
(2026-08-18). Let Your Love For This World Fill You With Joy And Compel You To Action. caitlinjohnstone.com.au Love and cherish our world. That's the secret to remaining both (A) deeply happy and (B) well-informed about the dystopian abuses of the empire. | You don't have to choose. You can have both. | I sometimes get called a Debbie Downer for my nonstop writing about all the evils that are being inflicted upon our world by powerful people every day, but readers who meet me or listen to my podcasts have often expressed surprise at how upbeat and cheerful I am in real life. They see me focusing on extremely dark subjec…
(2026-08-17). Sunflower seeds and dumplings make the sanctions list, turning US 'Big Stick' into a joke. ecns.cn The U.S. has further expanded its UFLPA Entity List, adding well-known Chinese consumer brands such as ChaCha Food and Synear Dumplings to the restricted list. | In the latest News Lounge of China News Network, U.S. scholar Josef Gregory Mahoney points out that this move by the U.S. side amounts to nothing short of political posturing and economic coercion.
(2026-08-17). China publishes selected works of Jiang Zemin on foreign policy. ecns.cn A collection of selected works by late Chinese leader Jiang Zemin on foreign policy has been published.
democracynow.org (2026-08-17). Trump Threatens to "Bomb the S' Out of Oman," Downplays Concerns About USS Abraham Lincoln
Trump has reportedly threatened to bomb the shit out of Oman if it gets in the way of the U.S. blockade of Iranian ships in the Strait of Hormuz. It comes as Trump has downplayed concerns about conditions on theUSSAbraham Lincoln, an aircraft carrier that has been deployed for more than 260 days, one of the longest deployments in U.S. military history. Two U.S. military newspapers the Navy Times and Stars and Stripes have reported multiple attempts by sailors to jump overboard amid deteriorating conditions aboard the Lincoln, including food rationing, plumbing backups and shortages of basic supplies including toothpaste and soap.
(2026-08-17). Sultan of Oman meets MBZ as Iran-Hormuz talks advance. al-monitor.com The talks come as Oman is in the midst of negotiations with Iran over the Strait of Hormuz.
(2026-08-17). Hormuz crossings rise slightly from weekend, remain in single digits, data shows. al-monitor.com SINGAPORE, Aug 18 (Reuters) – Ship crossings via the Strait of Hormuz were still in single digits on Monday, despite rising slightly from the weekend, according to preliminary shipping data on Tuesday, amid a stalemate in U.S. and Iranian peace talks. Six commodity ships transited the strait on Monday, of which three were exiting the Gulf and three were entering, Kpler shiptracking data showed, compared with the 10-day average of 11 ships. Three ships transited on Saturday while two moved through the waterway on Sunday.
(2026-08-17). Latest developments in US-Iran war. al-monitor.com US President Donald Trump threatened to bomb Oman if it obstructed a deal with Iran over the Strait of Hormuz, as a vessel transiting the strategic waterway reported being struck by a projectile on Tuesday. | – Vessel struck in Hormuz -: | An "unknown projectile" struck a vessel transiting the Strait of Hormuz causing a crew casualty, British maritime agency UKMTO reported on Tuesday.
(2026-08-17). Trump orders Pentagon to cut back military exercises with South Korea. tribune.com.pk 
United States President Donald Trump on Sunday instructed the Pentagon to "substantially reduce" joint military exercises with long-term Asian ally South Korea, citing the cost of the drills and Seoul's refusal to take part in actions against Iran. | Hours before exercises were scheduled to begin, Trump said on his Truth Social site he was "not happy" that the US had agreed to participate and highlighted his "very good relationship" with Kim Jong Un, the leader of nuclear-armed and heavily sanctioned North Korea. | "These exercises are not only costly…but send a signal that is totally inappropriate and hosti…
(2026-08-17). The U.S. and Iran Will Fight Again Before the Mid-Terms. moderndiplomacy.eu Iran is very likely to be attacked by the U.S. and Israel in early October of 2026 to preempt an Iranian attack on Israel two weeks before the November 3, 2026, U.S. midterm elections. It is possible that Iran may preempt the preemption if well-informed and guided by Russian or Chinese satellite reconnaissance. Retired pro-Trump …
(2026-08-17). Trump's secret 'peace talks' with IRGC come with one demand: 'Iran must surrender'. hindustantimes.com Donald Trump has confirmed that the U.S. has held secret talks with Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps as pressure mounts to end the ongoing conflict. Trump demanded that Tehran "put up the white flag," while saying he is in no hurry to reach an agreement and has no fixed timetable for ending the war. He also dismissed concerns about U.S. weapons stockpiles, calling the weapons used so far "peanuts." Trump further discussed Israel's political future, saying he would stay out of the country's elections while leaving open the possibility of endorsing a candidate. The comments come amid heightened tensions bet…
(2026-08-17). From the CIA Iran Coup to Trump's War: It was always about Oil. juancole.com Newark, Del. (Special to Informed Comment; Feature) — In the 1975 film They wanted Turner dead. | August 19, 1953, brings back memories. The CIA and MI6, in an unholy alliance, staged a coup d'etat in Iran. They brought down Mossadegh's gov…
(2026-08-17). Mojtaba puts a price on Trump's men: Iran to pay $30000 to kill US soldiers, bonus for Iranian women. hindustantimes.com Iran's Army chief Habibullah Hatami has reportedly announced a $30,000 reward for capturing or killing U.S. troops if American forces attack Iranian territory. The reported remarks come amid escalating rhetoric between Tehran and Washington, while Iran also remains locked in a dispute with U.S. ally Qatar over allegedly missing Iranian pilots.
(2026-08-17). Erdogan urges Trump to pursue talks with Iran, offers support. al-monitor.com ANKARA, Aug 18 (Reuters) – Turkish President Tayyip Erdogan urged U.S. President Donald Trump in a phone call to pursue talks with Iran to de-escalate tensions between the two countries, and offered Ankara's support for peace efforts, the Turkish presidency said on Tuesday.Turkey, which has NATO's second-largest army and borders Iran, has repeatedly called for an end to the war. It has maintained close contact with the United States, Iran, and mediators such as Pakistan and Qatar, while also acting as an intermediary between the parties.
(2026-08-17). A Global War? Why Trump Is Trying to Keep Kim Out of the War. thinktank.pk A dramatic geopolitical question has emerged after US President Donald Trump ordered the Pentagon to substantially reduce joint military exercises with South Korea: Did Trump deliberately step back from military pressure on the Korean Peninsula to prevent North Korea from becoming involved in the wider Iran—US conflict? On August 16, Trump said the United States …
(2026-08-17). Civilians paying price as Israeli military raises stakes in Lebanon: UNIFIL. aljazeera.com UN peacekeeping force recorded an average of 137 projectiles fired daily in the region over the last two weeks.
(2026-08-17). Fascist Israeli minister Ben-Gvir demands Zionists massacre 30-40 Palestinians a day. thecanary.co 
Israel's fascist 'security' minister Itamar Ben-Gvir has demanded even more slaughter of Palestinians to advance Israel's theft of Gaza. In keeping with his racist, genocidal worldview, he has dismissed Gaza's indigenous and refugee population as "not worthy of life" and "not even people". Ben-Gvir, giving an interview wearing a noose pin symbolising the execution of […] | By
(2026-08-17). Why can't Israel be held accountable for its genocide in Gaza? It's the media. asiapacificreport.nz ANALYSIS: By Robin Andersen In a Double Down News (DDN) video report, British filmmaker Richard Sanders begins a summary of a "horrific new [United Nations] report" with a listing of three atrocities committed by Israeli forces against Palestinian children. Sanders tells of an infant who was shot in the head while breastfeeding in his mother's arms, a 16-year-old…
(2026-08-17). Ben-Gvir Urges Killing 40 People in Gaza Nightly, Says "They're Not Even People" truthout.org Far right Israeli minister Itamar Ben-Gvir has advocated for Israel to kill "30 to 40" Palestinians in Gaza every night, in the latest genocidal remarks from members of Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's government. In a podcast interview with former Hamas captive Rom Braslavski on Sunday, National Security Minister Ben-Gvir said that these killings should go beyond people who "pose an… |
(2026-08-17). Lawyer says Israel's targeting of Palestinian women is a form of genocide. aljazeera.com Palestinian lawyer Ahmad Ibsais argues Israeli attacks on women is a genocide overlooked by international law.
(2026-08-17). Sunday 8/16: Online Film Salon: " the Genocide: Israeli Hasbara & the Brainwashing of America" indybay.org Zoom | Tinyurl.com/VFHL-August2026…
(2026-08-17). Trump ordena al Pentágono reducir la escala de los ejercicios militares conjuntos con Corea del Sur. cubadebate.cu El presidente de Estados Unidos, Donald Trump, ordenó al jefe del Pentágono, Pete Hegseth, reducir la escala de los ejercicios militares conjuntos con la Corea del Sur.
(2026-08-17). Irish Football Club Launches Jersey in Tribute to Cuba. radiohc.cu Havana, August 17 (RHC) — Irish football club Bohemian FC today unveiled its third kit for 2026, designed in collaboration with legendary British band Massive Attack, in a tribute woven with threads of history and solidarity towards the Cuban people. | The garment evokes traditional Cuban sports attire and celebrates the ties that have bound Ireland to the island for generations. | Thirty percent of the profits from sales will go directly to Cuba Vive and MediCuba Europe, organizations that support a healthcare system crippled by shortages caused by the U.S. government's embargo with medicines, medical equip…
(2026-08-17). Sunday 8/30: U.S. Imperialism Threatens Cuba's Survival. indybay.org New Valencia Hall | 747 Polk St (nr. Ellis) | San Francisco | Located seven blocks from Civic Center BART and on/or near the Muni #5, 19, 27,31, 38 & 49) | Wheelchair accessible entrance | Also on Zoom — Register at bit.ly/Cubas_Survival…
(2026-08-17). Argentinean doctors graduated in Cuba organize medicine drive. radiohc.cu The is leading a campaign to collect mArgentine Association of Graduates in Cuba (AAGRAC)edicines to send to the Cuban people in the face of the severe medicine shortage they are experiencing, stated Dr. Miriam Nogueira. | The doctor spoke with Prensa Latina during a break in the fabulous concert "Urgent Song for Cuba," organized by the Moreno Argentine-Cuban Friendship Association with the support of the city council at the Leopoldo Marechal Municipal Theater in Moreno. | Nogueira, who works at Emergency Care Unit 12 in the Moreno district of Cuartel Quinto, graduated in the first class in 2005 from the Latin Am…
(2026-08-17). Cuba Finishes Sixth in the Men's Pan American Volleyball Cup. radiohc.cu Havana, August 17 (RHC) — The Cuban team lost again in five sets to the Dominican Republic and finished in sixth place in the XIX Men's Pan American Volleyball Cup, held in Cuernavaca, capital of the Mexican state of Morelos. | This time, the Dominicans encountered greater resistance, but they managed to secure the victory once again with set scores of 23-25, 25-22, 25-21, 26-28, and 18-16, clinching fifth place with a 4-2 record, compared to their rivals' 3-3. | The Cubans displayed superior attack (72-64), however, the Dominicans were superior in blocking (15-11) and service points (3-2), and committed few…
(2026-08-17). Russian Civic Chamber delivers humanitarian aid to Cuba. radiohc.cu During a visit to Havana, a delegation from the Russian Civic Chamber donated humanitarian aid to Cuba to support the country's population, according to the Russkiy Mir.ru channel. | According to the report, which cited the Russian Civic Chamber as its source, the delegation from the Slavic nation donated food, sweets, portable flashlights, USB drives, and first-aid kits for the Cuban population, which is suffering from an energy crisis due to Washington's actions. | The donation ceremony took place during a meeting with the board of directors of the Cuban Institute of Friendship Among Peoples (ICAP), as part of…
(2026-08-17). U.S. solidarity standing firm with Cuba. radiohc.cu "No surrender, no retreat. We will continue supporting Cuba," declared Mark Friedman, one of the coordinators of the U.S. Hands Off Cuba Committee, in Los Angeles, California. | He affirmed that there will be no turning back in the fight against the blockade imposed by Washington on the largest island in the Antilles and highlighted the firm support given to the Cuban Revolution by the participants in the first International Colloquium "Fidel: Legacy and Future," recently held in Havana with the participation of delegates from 62 countries across all continents."While U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio unleashes…
(2026-08-17). Médicos argentinos graduados en Cuba realizan colecta de medicamentos. radiohc.cu La Agrupación Argentina de Graduados en Cuba impulsa una campaña de recolección de medicamentos para enviar al pueblo cubano ante la severa escasez de medicinas que padece, significó la Dra. Miriam Nogueira. | La doctora habló con Prensa Latina en una pausa durante el fabuloso concierto "Canción Urgente por Cuba" organizado por la Asociación Morenense de Amistad Argentino-Cubana con apoyo del ayuntamiento en el Teatro Municipal Leopoldo Marechal, de Moreno. | Nogueira quien labora en la Unidad de Pronta Asistencia 12 de la localidad morenense de Cuartel Quinto se tituló en la primera graduación en 2005 de la Escu…
(2026-08-17). Ediciones Bachiller presenta edición conmemorativa de "Poemas" , de José María Heredia y Heredia. cubadebate.cu Ediciones Bachiller ha trabajado con esmero en esta cuidada edición conmemorativa de "Poemas", de José María Heredia y Heredia (1803-1839), por el bicentenario de su publicación original en Nueva York, y es la recomendación que le hacemos hoy a los lectores.
(2026-08-17). Celebran en Crimea centenario de Fidel Castro. radiohc.cu La República de Crimea se sumó a las conmemoraciones por el centenario del natalicio de Fidel Castro (1926-2016), con la inauguración de una exposición fotográfica en pleno centro de la ciudad. | Según un post de la Cancillería de Rusia en su canal oficial de Telegram, más de 50 imágenes recorren momentos clave de la vida del líder histórico de la Revolución Cubana, incluyendo sus encuentros con Yuri Gagarin y dirigentes soviéticos, así como sus viajes por la Unión Soviética. | La muestra fue organizada por la Sociedad Rusa de Amistad con Cuba, el Comité Estatal de Asuntos Juveniles y la Casa de la Juventud, aseg…
(2026-08-17). Preparan en Pakistán donativo de medicinas e insumos para Cuba. radiohc.cu La Asociación de Médicos Pakistaníes Graduados en Cuba (PCDA) inició una campaña para recaudar medicamentos e insumos para el país caribeño. | El donativo será destinado al sector pediátrico, a pacientes y a personas necesitadas en la nación caribeña, con el objetivo de aliviar la escasez provocada por el recrudecimiento del bloqueo estadounidense, de acuerdo con una nota de la embajada cubana en Pakistán. | La campaña, que se desarrolla en coordinación con la misión diplomática cubana, la llevan a cabo los propios profesionales paquistaníes, quienes planean recopilar la mayor cantidad posible de estos insumos pa…
(2026-08-17). Nuevas ambulancias refuerzan el servicio de urgencias en Santiago de Cuba. radiohc.cu Seis nuevas ambulancias se sumaron al parque vehicular que gestiona el Sistema Integrado de Urgencias Médicas (SIUM) en la provincia de Santiago de Cuba, como parte de los esfuerzos que el Sistema Nacional de Salud desarrolla en función del mejoramiento de los servicios, ´y en feliz coincidencia con el centenario del Comandante en Jefe, principal impulsor del mismo ª, aseveró Miguel àÅngel Díaz Núñez, director general de Salud en el territorio. | Sobre todo responde a optimizar con estos nuevos vehículos el traslado y la atención de pacientes que requieren apoyo vital urgente, así como el sistema…
(2026-08-17). Culmina primera etapa de Feria del Libro con miles de títulos adquiridos. radiohc.cu 
Con más de 95 mil volúmenes impresos y digitales adquiridos por el público, concluyó este domingo la primera etapa de la edición 34 de la Feria Internacional del Libro (FIL), evento que se interpuso a la difícil situación que vive el país, afirmó Juan Rodríguez Cabrera, presidente del Instituto Cubano del Libro.
(2026-08-17). Experto advierte sobre aumento de ciclones tropicales en agosto. radiohc.cu Agosto, en comparación con junio y julio, registra un incremento significativo en el surgimiento de organismos ciclónicos tropicales en la cuenca del Atlántico tropical, que incluye al golfo de México y el mar Caribe. | Según precisiones del profesor Luis Enrique Ramos Guadalupe, coordinador de la Comisión de Historia, de la Sociedad Meteorológica de Cuba, "tal comportamiento se hace más evidente en el transcurso de la segunda quincena, la cual, junto con la primera de septiembre, conforman la etapa de máxima actividad ciclónica dentro de los seis meses que conforman la temporada en nuestra área geográfica". | El…
(2026-08-17). Cámara Cívica Rusa entregó ayuda humanitaria a Cuba. radiohc.cu Una delegación de la Cámara Cívica Rusa, durante una visita a La Habana, donó ayuda humanitaria a Cuba para apoyar a la población del país que sufre una crisis energética provocada por el Gobierno de Estados Unidos. | Según una nota dada a conocer este lunes por el canal Russkiy Mir.ru., la donación consiste en alimentos, dulces, linternas portátiles, memorias USB y botiquines de primeros auxilios. | La ceremonia de donación tuvo lugar durante una reunión con la directiva del Instituto Cubano de la Amistad entre los Pueblos (ICAP), en el marco de los eventos conmemorativos del centenario de Fidel Castro (13 de ag…
(2026-08-17). øTransferencias sí, pero cómo? Los desafíos de la bancarización en Cuba. cubadebate.cu Hoy vamos a conversar sobre los retos y las nuevas medidas de la banca en Cuba. øCómo se piensa satisfacer la demanda de efectivo? øDe qué modo se contempla incentivar a los comercios para que acepten el pago en línea? øCómo se prevé la iniciativa del pago de las jubilaciones desde el sector privado? øQué debe resolverse primero para que la bancarización sea una alternativa lógica y confiable y no una obligación difícil de cumplir?.
(2026-08-17). El Papa León XIV pide cese de la violencia contra población civil palestina en Cisjordania. cubadebate.cu El papa León XIV reclamó este domingo que terminen los actos violentos contra la población civil palestina en Cisjordania y urgió a la comunidad internacional a progresar hacia la solución de dos Estados. El pontífice hizo este llamado tras el rezo del àÅngelus, que presidió desde el palacio pontificio de Castelgandolfo.
(2026-08-17). Watch: Young chef, 16, cooking up gourmet meals in Gaza. aljazeera.com Yasser Ayad, 16, has become a culinary star on social media as he cooks traiditional Palestinain dishes in Gaza.
(2026-08-17). Why Kushner met Hamas leaders, and what it means for Trump's Gaza roadmap. aljazeera.com Jared Kushner to meet Netanyahu next, after Israel rejected Trump's 15-point Gaza roadmap.
(2026-08-17). Kushner, Netanyahu agree on path forward for Gaza, Board of Peace official says. al-monitor.com WASHINGTON, Aug 17 (Reuters) – A meeting on Monday between Donald Trump's envoy and son-in-law Jared Kushner and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu was "lengthy, in depth, and very productive," a Board of Peace official said, adding that agreement was reached with Netanyahu on a path forward for the Gaza conflict. (Reporting by Steve Holland; Editing by Katharine Jackson)…
(2026-08-17). UAE billionaire Habtoor takes aim at Ben Gvir's Gaza rhetoric. al-monitor.com The prominent Dubai businessman condemned the Israeli national security minister's call to kill of dozens Gazans nightly, putting a pointed criticism from an influential Emirati voice on the record.
(2026-08-17). My Favorite Teacher Survived the War on Gaza But Didn't Survive the "Ceasefire" truthout.org When Israel finally accepted a ceasefire in Gaza in October 2025, I thought the river of blood and loss had finally stopped, and that I would no longer have to live through the same feelings of grief again. But that hope did not last long. Since the so-called ceasefire came into effect, the Palestinian Ministry of Health has recorded the killings of more than 1,100 Palestinians in the Gaza Strip… |
(2026-08-17). Venezuela, Memory and the Long Arc of Imperialism. wibailoutpeople.org 
(2026-08-16). Venezuelan artist Osvaldo Vegas's retrospective held at Guangdong Art Museum. ecns.cn The retrospective of the Venezuelan artist Oswaldo Vigas opened at Guangdong Art Museum in Guangzhou on Saturday, featuring major artworks and archival documents spanning over seven decades of creation.
(2026-08-17). Venezuela: Delcy Rodríguez Schedules National Popular Consultation for October 11. orinocotribune.com Venezuelan Acting President Delcy Rodríguez announced this Saturday that the National Popular Consultation, originally scheduled for July and suspended after the earthquakes, will take place on October 11. | During an event for the granting of credits to 157 condominiums in Caracas, Rodríguez recalled that "on July 12 we had a popular consultation that, at the request of the communes due to the double seismic event, was canceled." | "I want to announce that on October 11 of this year, we will go to a popular consultation so that the communal councils, communes, communal circuits, and the condominium boards, which…
(2026-08-17). Jason Arday's death is institutional murder. aljazeera.com Arday was subjected to a vicious campaign fuelled by anti-Black racism.
(2026-08-17). 12 killed in Polish bus crash in Hungary. tribune.com.pk 
(2026-08-17). Shaheen's Gold reach Champions Cup final. tribune.com.pk 
Shaheen Shah Afridi-led Sparco Paints Pakistan Gold qualified for the final of the National Champions Cup 2026-27 after they thumped UOL Pakistan Whites by five wickets, chasing the 173-run target with 132 balls to spare here at the Multan Cricket Stadium on Sunday. | Rivaj Pakistan Greens led by Shadab Khan will now face Shaheen's outfit in the final of the tournament at the same venue on Tuesday with the coin toss scheduled for 2.30pm and first ball expected to be bowled at 3pm. | Gold had lost their opening two matches and were faced with the equation of not just winning the game but also with a better net…
(2026-08-16). Guizhou apples gain popularity across Southeast Asia. ecns.cn A fresh batch of 20 metric tons of Gala apples on Saturday departed Weining County in Guizhou Province for Vietnam via cold-chain transport, reaching the border within 24 hours. The high-altitude fruit, affectionately nicknamed "sunshine sweethearts," is quickly gaining popularity across Southeast Asia.
(2026-08-16). Patchwork crafts gain popularity among young Chinese. ecns.cn Patchwork, a traditional handicraft that transforms leftover fabrics into unique creations, is becoming increasingly popular among young people in China.
(2026-08-17). Maharashtra B Arch 2026 Round 1 Allotment Today – Direct Link. ummid.com Maharashtra CET Cell publishing today i.e. Monday August 10, 2026 on its official website 'arch2026.mahacet.org.in' Provisional Allotment Result of B Arch 2026 CAP Round 1 of candidates who have applied for Admission to First Year Bachelor of Architecture (B Arch) for the academic year 2026-27.
(2026-08-17). Parents are being held responsible for their kid's crimes under new laws. nationofchange.org 
When young children and teenagers get into trouble, the question often comes quickly: Where were their parents? That question is again shaping public policy in communities across the country, as state and local lawmakers and prosecutors increasingly look for ways to respond to concerns about youth crime and public disorder.
(2026-08-17). Thousands await aid after deadly Indonesia quake as rescue work under way. aljazeera.com Thousands remain displaced after a magnitude 7.7 earthquake struck East Nusa Tenggara province on Saturday.
(2026-08-16). Xi calls for learning from Jiang Zemin's extraordinary courage, vision. ecns.cn Chinese President Xi Jinping on Monday called for learning from late leader Jiang Zemin's extraordinary courage and vision.
(2026-08-17). Yemen's drone war: Rivals flex growing aerial muscle. aljazeera.com Houthi and government forces exchange drone attacks, marking a major shift in war tactics.
(2026-08-17). One year after fatal Clairton explosion, federal report confirms warnings were ignored for decades. wsws.org A Chemical Safety Board report on the deadly 2025 explosion at US Steel's Clairton Coke Works documents decades of ignored warnings.
(2026-08-17). Sunday 9/20: Ensemble Ari Concert and Open Studio. indybay.org 4030 Reinhardt Drive, Oakland, CA…
(2026-08-17). CA Rideshare Drivers Are Set for Union Certification. Can They Win a Contract? truthout.org After a yearslong battle for worker rights that pulled the governor's office and state legislators into the fray, Uber and Lyft drivers in California are on the doorstep of having their own union to negotiate with the rideshare giants. Can they win contracts? That answer isn't nearly as clear. At a celebratory news conference Tuesday, organizers of the California Gig Workers Union… |
(2026-08-17). Karnataka UG NEET 2026 Option Entry Last Date Aug 13, Allotment on Aug 19. ummid.com Candidates seeking admission in Medical and Dental courses through Karnataka NEET UG 2026 (UGNEET 2026) Counselling should note that the link to download verification slip and option entry are now available on the website.
(2026-08-17). Strike by Egyptian textile workers: A turning point for the Middle East. wsws.org The question posed by the new protest movement of Egypt's powerful working class is how to overcome the political mechanisms that have repeatedly fragmented and contained workers' struggles.
(2026-08-17). Mining executives bought stock in their own firm days before Trump shrank Bears Ears. nationofchange.org 
House Democrats have opened an investigation for insider trading.
(2026-08-16). Xi calls for learning from Jiang Zemin's innovative spirit. ecns.cn Chinese President Xi Jinping on Monday called for efforts to learn from the innovative spirit of late leader Jiang Zemin.
(2026-08-16). 12 Chinese, Russian basketball teams compete in Tongjiang border invitational. ecns.cn The 2026 Tongjiang "Border Super League" China-Russia Basketball Invitational kicked off on Saturday in Tongjiang City, Heilongjiang Province, featuring twelve teams from both countries competing over a seven‚Äëday period.
(2026-08-17). Outrage as Colombia's president hands out footballs as residents await aid. aljazeera.com Outrage as Colombian president hands out footballs in earthquake-hit city where residents say they await urgent aid.
(2026-08-17). Trump Orders Pentagon to Cut Back South Korea Military Drills. moderndiplomacy.eu U.S. President Donald Trump has instructed the Pentagon to "substantially reduce" joint military exercises with South Korea, citing the cost of the drills and Seoul's refusal to participate in U.S. actions against Iran. Trump said on Sunday that he was unhappy the United States had agreed to participate in the annual Ulchi Freedom Shield exercises …
(2026-08-17). The World Is Not Ending — But Why Do 2026 Earthquakes Feel Like an Apocalypse? thinktank.pk A sequence of powerful earthquakes across different parts of the world in 2026 has produced an unsettling question that appears increasingly often on social media: Is the Earth entering an unusually dangerous period, or are people witnessing the beginning of something much larger? The anxiety is understandable. In August alone, a magnitude 7.4 earthquake struck …
(2026-08-17). 9 in 10 Americans Polled Say Extreme Heat Is Affecting Their Lives. truthout.org New polling demonstrates that 9 in 10 Americans say extreme heat has impacted some aspect of their lives over the past year. The AP/NORC poll, conducted from July 23-27, surveyed Americans on how extreme heat has affected them personally. Respondents were asked to disclose whether heat has impacted various aspects of their lives — including whether it has changed their plans or affected… |
(2026-08-17). Sabalenka off to winning start at Cincinnati Open. eng.belta.by In the round of 32, the world No. 1 powered through for a 6-2, 7-6 (2) win over Australia's Talia Gibson to reach the third round. Sabalenka will next face China's Wang Xinyu (world No. 36).
(2026-08-17). Stop gaslighting, USS Lincoln families didn't sign up for this. responsiblestatecraft.org The United States has always asked extraordinary things of its service members. But this week, a series of remarkable news stories came out
(2026-08-17). Federal Judge Orders Pentagon To Lift Freeze on Wind Power. portside.org Federal Judge Orders Pentagon To Lift Freeze on Wind Power |
(2026-08-17). Israeli settlers pitch tents for new illegal outpost in occupied West Bank. aljazeera.com UN Special Rapporteur Albanese warns that Israel is 'using settlers to advance ethnic cleansing' in the West Bank.
(2026-08-17). Tom Mertes: Manufacturing Impunity. newleftreview.org Tom Mertes on Richard Beck, Homeland. Origins and afterlives of America's long War on Terror.
(2026-08-17). Watch: Grand Mosque Friday Sermon was befitting of Makkah Joint Defence Deal. ummid.com The Friday Sermon delivered by Imam and Khateeb of the Makkah Grand Mosque Sheikh Faisal bin Jameel Ghazzawi before the formal signing of the Makkah Joint Defence Deal between the three countries was prepared keeping in mind the significance of the occasion.
(2026-08-17). Jack Copley: Rentier Regimes. newleftreview.org Jack Copley on Timothy Mitchell, The Alibi of Capital. Capital re-conceptualized as terraforming expropriation of the future.
(2026-08-16). China's economy holds steady in first seven months. ecns.cn China's economy maintained a stable trajectory in the first seven months of 2026, with growth momentum shifting toward new drivers and higher-quality structures, the National Bureau of Statistics (NBS) said on Monday.
(2026-08-17). How China's Green Transition is Breaking OPEC's Leverage. juancole.com By | (
(2026-08-17). Historians, doctors and workers on five continents demand freedom for jailed Ukrainian socialist Bogdan Syrotiuk. wsws.org Opposition to the imprisonment of Bogdan Syrotiuk continued to build over the weekend, six days after a Ukrainian court gave the 27-year-old socialist 15 years in prison for calling for the unity of Ukrainian and Russian workers against the war.
(2026-08-17). China and Russia Are Pressuring Japan on Two Fronts. Is a Pacific Pincer Taking Shape? moderndiplomacy.eu Putin's Kuril landing is not a bilateral Russia-Japan sovereignty dispute. It is the northern half of a coordinated Sino-Russian pressure campaign on Tokyo — timed to the same waters a joint Chinese-Russian flotilla patrolled weeks earlier, and confirmed within twenty-four hours by Beijing's own explicit endorsement of Moscow's claim. On July 26th, a joint Chinese-Russian …
(2026-08-17). Slain Journalist Had Note in His Shoe About CIA's Involvement in Drug Trafficking and Terrorism in the Middle East. covertactionmagazine.com In August 1991, journalist Danny Casolaro was found dead in a bathtub in a Martinsburg, West Virginia, hotel room with his wrists slashed and cuts so deep it severed a tendon. Casolaro had been investigating a web of CIA corruption in the 1980s linked to the Iran-Contra scandal[1] and theft of computer software called PROMIS …
(2026-08-17). Fifth death at Michigan women's prison as families confront Whitmer administration. wsws.org Five women have died since May at Michigan's only women's prison, where incarcerated women describe systematic medical neglect under a for-profit health care system defended by the Whitmer administration.
(2026-08-17). Sunday 8/16: SF Buffalo Soldier Post 333 – 160th Anniversary Year of the Buffalo Soldiers. indybay.org 401 Van Ness Ave | SF War Memorial Veterans Building | Downtown San Francisco…
(2026-08-17). Sunday 8/23: Dump Big Tech March. indybay.org Start: Leavesley Road and Arroyo Circle | End: 7240 Holsclaw Road…
(2026-08-17). 'One Flag for Each Laid Off Dev:' Union Workers Stage Unmissable Protest for Xbox Boss Asha Sharma. portside.org 'One Flag for Each Laid Off Dev: ' Union Workers Stage Unmissable Protest for Xbox Boss Asha Sharma |
(2026-08-17). Search for Indonesia earthquake victims underway on Independence Day. geo.tv Phone charging booth sits among rubble at a heavily-damaged building at L. Say port following an earthquake in Maumere, Sikka, East Nusa Tenggara province, Indonesia, August 15, 2026.— ReutersNearly 1,600 aftershocks reported on Monday: official.500 homes damaged, roads blocked with…
(2026-08-17). Reform's Nadhim Zahawi Accused of 'Fantasy' After Falsely Claiming Labour-Backer Dale Vince Bankrolled Count Binface. bylinetimes.com Reform-backer and former Conservative chairman Nadhim Zahawi has been accused of peddling falsehoods on national TV after claiming Farage-rival and comedy candidate Count Binface received " £180,000″ from Labour donor and Ecotricity founder Dale Vince. | On Friday 14 August, Reform UK's Nadhim Zahawi appeared as a guest on ITV's Good Morning Britain, discussing the Clacton by-election result. The vote saw Reform leader Nigel Farage return to Parliament last Thursday, following the by-election he called to counter standards investigations into his funding. | Host Kate Garraway noted that the anti-Farage c…
(2026-08-17). Belarus' Yahor Varapayeu fifth at 2026 Lima Grand Prix in Lima. eng.belta.by Belarusian Yahor Varapayeu stopped within one step of a medal at the 2026 Lima Grand Prix in Lima, Peru.
(2026-08-17). Belarus, Iran working on strategic partnership treaty. eng.belta.by Work is underway on a treaty on comprehensive strategic partnership between Belarus and Iran and also on a roadmap for the development of multifaceted cooperation between the two countries.
(2026-08-17). President Trump's Billionaire Boy's Club. commondreams.org A new investigation by Public Citizen reveals that 57 individuals within the Trump administration, excluding President Trump, are individually worth as much as $100 million, eight of whom are billionaires. The analysis underscores the growing economic divide between the average American worker, who earns $65,000 a year, and the politically-connected individuals who hold the power to address the economic strain facing the general populace. Of the 57 ultra-wealthy individuals identified, 31 have personal assets exceeding $100 million, while the remainder have assets reaching $100 million. Forty of them are runni…
(2026-08-17). Belarus attends Kind-Hearted Journey project launch ceremony in Beijing. eng.belta.by Diplomats from the Belarusian Embassy in the People's Republic of China took part in a ceremony to launch the Kind-Hearted Journey project in Beijing as part of the China — SCO initiative.
(2026-08-17). 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.
(2026-08-17). Meet Dr. Azizuddin Khan: IIT Prof Recommended for J.C. Bose Fellowship. ummid.com In a landmark achievement for Indian Science and Research, Prof. Dr. Azizuddin Khan, eminent Psychologist, Neuroscientist and Psychophysiologist at the Indian Institute of Technology Bombay (IIT Bombay), has been recommended for the prestigious J.C. Bose Fellowship (ANRF J.C. Bose Grant).
(2026-08-17). Job cuts planned on Wellington, New Zealand rail network. wsws.org The multinational company Transdev is threatening to eliminate 53 jobs as it transitions to cashless ticketing systems.
(2026-08-17). The Bureau of Meteorology has bombed out yet again. onlineopinion.com.au Long term weather forecasts show little skill and great potential to disrupt farming economies.
(2026-08-17). The Phillies Bats Come Alive in a Weekend Sweep of the Twins. whyy.org For once, the Hittin' Season podcast will live up to its name. The Phils' bats broke out in sweeping the Twins in Minnesota thanks to huge weekends by first baseman Alec Bohm and third baseman Bryson Stott. On this week's edition of Hittin' Season, John Stolnis, Justin Klugh and Liz Roscher recap the series, including Andrew Painter's uneven start Sunday, Jesus Luzardo as the team's latest "ace," and answer some mailbag questions, too.
(2026-08-16). China Red Cross sends additional 5,500 relief items to flood-hit Henan. ecns.cn The Red Cross Society of China has allocated an additional 5,500 relief items to flood-hit areas in Henan Province to meet further emergency needs, according to the organization's official WeChat account.
(2026-08-17). Fine and warm to cool conditions to dominate SA. sanews.gov.za Fine and warm to cool conditions to dominate SA | The South African Weather Service (SAWS) says a surface high-pressure system is expected to dominate most parts of the country this week, resulting in fine and warm to cool conditions. | "However, a surface low is expected to develop over the western interior on Wednesday and Friday. Cold fronts are expected to pass south of the country, with isolated showers possible along the east and south coasts," the weather service said. | Monday's forecast indicates fine and warm to cool conditions across the country, becoming partly cloudy over the south-western parts, wit…
(2026-08-17). Democracy Now! 2026-08-17 Monday. democracynow.org Headlines for August 17, 2026; "Operation Puppet Master": Trump Admin Spied on Minnesota Activists & Unions After ICE Killings; Exclusive: Palestine Action Lawyer Rajiv Menon Breaks Silence on Facing Contempt Charges in U.K.; "The Nerd Reich": Author Gil Durán on Big Tech Fascism, Peter Thiel, JD Vance & the War on Democracy | Headlines for August 17, 2026; "Operation Puppet Master": Trump Admin Spied on Minnesota Activists & Unions After ICE Killings; Exclusive: Palestine Action Lawyer Rajiv Menon Breaks Silence on Facing Contempt Charges in U.K.; "The Nerd Reich": A…
(2026-08-17). Can the AU make its current Sudan mission count? aljazeera.com The African Union is seeking progress in Sudan, but must overcome deep battlefield and diplomatic divisions.
(2026-08-17). Trump orders US to scale back South Korea military drills. aljazeera.com Donald Trump has ordered the US military to scale back joint exercises with South Korea.
(2026-08-17). Cincinnati Open: Sabalenka takes six match points to defeat Gibson. aljazeera.com Top-ranked Aryna Sabalenka escapes with a nail-biting win while Felix Auger-Aliassime downs ex-champ Stefanos Tsitsipas.
(2026-08-17). Hakeem Jeffries' Betrayal Shows Why Democratic Voters Are So Enraged. levernews.com House Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries (N.Y.) announced his opposition to Medicare for All on the same day a CBS News poll found 90 percent of Democratic voters support the idea — and 72 hours after a Yale University study showed the program would save 114,000 American lives and $1 trillion every single year. Here's some important context: Jeffries has raked in hundreds of thousands of dollars of campaign cash from healthcare PACs in the 2026 election cycle and didn't face any primary challenge holding him accountable to Democratic voters' desires, despite him representing a deep New York City blue distri…
(2026-08-17). Independent AJK lawmaker Sajid Iqbal joins PML-N after election upset. tribune.com.pk 
Independent Azad Jammu and Kashmir (AJK) lawmaker Sardar Sajid Iqbal, who defeated former AJK prime minister and Muslim Conference leader Sardar Atiq Ahmed Khan in a major upset in the August 10 election, has joined the Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz (PML-N), party leader and Special Adviser to the Prime Minister Rana Sanaullah said on Monday. | Speaking at a press conference in Islamabad, Sanaullah said Iqbal had accepted the PML-N leadership's request to join the party and support its efforts in the AJK Legislative Assembly. | "We requested Sajid Iqbal that, for the development of his constituency and AJK, he…
(2026-08-17). Cameroon win first Women's Africa Cup of Nations title. tribune.com.pk 
Cameroon claimed their first Women's Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) title when they thumped surprise package Malawi 3-0 in the final, with Marie Ngah's first-half double helping seal victory on Sunday. | Cameroon had lost three finals but made it fourth-time lucky against a Malawi side making their debut at the continental championship. Ranked 153 in the world and 32nd on the African continent, Malawi had a fairytale run to the decider. | The two finalists had already sealed their place at the Women's World Cup in Brazil next year, along with fellow semifinalists Morocco and Algeria. The latter finished third…
(2026-08-17). Calls for inquiry into 'hounding' of former Cambridge academic1′. tribune.com.pk 
More than 31,000 people, including several MPs, have signed a petition urging UK Prime Minister Andy Burnham to hold a public inquiry into alleged media harassment of the late academic Jason Arday, the organisers said Sunday. | The petition was launched by the Good Law Project activist group after Arday, who was appointed three years ago as the youngest-ever black professor at Cambridge University, was found dead on Friday. | The project had been supporting Arday since he resigned earlier this month from the university and as a fellow of Jesus College after both institutions launched investigations into | alle…
(2026-08-17). At least 92 dead in Zimbabwe after Lake Kariba ferry disaster. aljazeera.com Search efforts to recover the remaining victims are still underway.
(2026-08-17). Taiwan Raises Defence Spending Above $31 Billion as China Pressure Grows. moderndiplomacy.eu Taiwan is set to increase defence spending by 16% next year, taking its proposed military budget above T$1 trillion ($31.40 billion) for the first time as the island faces growing military and political pressure from China. President Lai Ching-te said on Monday that the increase was an "investment in peace" aimed at strengthening Taiwan's ability …
(2026-08-17). China's Ice Silk Road: Why Being First Through Arctic Matters. ummid.com India cannot out-race China's head start, but it can ensure the Arctic does not become a corridor where Beijing alone writes the terms – for India, for Europe or for anyone else who eventually needs to sail through it.
(2026-08-17). Bank regulator clears a Trump family crypto venture to open a national trust bank. nationofchange.org 
Your gift is being matched, dollar for dollar. A member of our board is matching contributions to our summer drive up to $2,000, until the drive ends on 24 August.
(2026-08-17). Iraqi Kurdish PM Barzani's office targeted in drone attack. aljazeera.com Explosive drones target Iraqi Kurdish PM's office and security chief's residence; no casualties reported.
(2026-08-17). BD PM not to visit India until Hasina extradited. tribune.com.pk 
Bangladesh said on Sunday that Prime Minister Tarique Rahman would not visit India until New Delhi extradited Sheikh Hasina, the Bangladeshi former premier who fled during a 2024 uprising. | The countries have had a strained relationship since deadly anti-government protests brought down Hasina's government and prompted her to escape to neighbouring India, where she remains. | She faces the death penalty in Bangladesh after being convicted of crimes against humanity, and Dhaka has repeatedly requested her extradition. | Speaking to reporters on Sunday, foreign ministry official AKM Shahidul Karim played down m…
(2026-08-17). Wednesday 8/19: SF Mime Troupe: WRECKAGE: A Musical Tragicomedy – Z Space SF (audio device accessibility). indybay.org Z Space's Steindler Stage | 450 Florida Street | San Francisco, CA 94110 | ACESSABILITY: Z Space is a wheelchair accessible theater and has accessible seating for all shows. Bathrooms are wheelchair accessible and are welcoming to all genders. Assisted listening devices available upon request.
(2026-08-16). China successfully launches SEO satellite. ecns.cn China successfully sent a SEO (Satellite for Earth Observation) satellite into space on Monday from the Taiyuan Satellite Launch Center in north China's Shanxi province.
(2026-08-17). Israel's religious right is changing the state from within. aljazeera.com Religious fundamentalism is advancing through Israel's institutions, narrowing freedoms and deepening inequality.
(2026-08-17). Photos: Rising energy prices disrupt education on Cambodia's Tonle Sap lake. aljazeera.com Children on Tonle Sap sacrifice education, with many working to help their families cover increasing fuel costs.
(2026-08-17). China's Long March-12 rocket successfully launches new internet satellite group. ecns.cn China sent a new batch of internet satellites into orbit on Sunday from a commercial spacecraft launch site in the southern island province of Hainan.
(2026-08-17). Australian school students strike against far right. wsws.org Many students had created their own placards, with some reading "blame billionaires not immigrants," "not another Trump," "power of the people is greater than the people in power" and "keep fascists out, not immigrants."
(2026-08-17). ICRC president: At 77, the Geneva Conventions remain indispensable to humanity and global stability. icrc.org Statement by Mirjana Spoljaric, President of the ICRC, to mark the 77th anniversary of the four Geneva Conventions of 1949 on August 12th.
(2026-08-17). New Patriot Battalion To Bolster Guam's Defenses Within Months. twz.com 
(2026-08-17). Record Belgian wildfire jumps in size. tribune.com.pk 
Crucial air support swung into action Sunday to help firefighters tame Belgium's largest modern-day wildfire, which has mushroomed in size since breaking out two days ago in a hard-to-access nature reserve. | More than 250 firefighters and emergency workers were battling to contain the blaze in the High Fens park near the German border, an area of fragile peatlands and pine forests popular with hikers. | Authorities described the conditions Sunday as still "challenging", but two of the fire fronts ⚪ heading towards the localities of Jalhay and Monschau ⚪ were now "under control", according to Interior Minist…
(2026-08-17). Saturday 9/26: Trump Regime Takedown (every Saturday). indybay.org corner of Van Ness and O'Farrell St, San Francisco…
(2026-08-17). Tamil Nadu MBBS, BDS 2026 Rank List Published, Check Now. ummid.com The Directorate of Medical Education Tamil Nadu (DME Tamil Nadu) has published on its official website 'tnmedicalselection.net' the Rank List, also called as Merit List, of the students who have registered for TN MBBS / BDS Counselling for NEET 2026 (NEET UG 2026) based admission in different Medical Courses for the academic year 2026-27.
(2026-08-17). Cameroon dominate Malawi to win first Women's Africa Cup of Nations title. aljazeera.com The Indomitable Lionesses outshine their opponents to claim first final victory on their fourth attempt in Morocco.
(2026-08-17). 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.
(2026-08-17). Jeffries Says He Opposes Medicare for All — Which Would Save 114k Lives Yearly. truthout.org House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries (D-New York) has said that he now opposes Medicare for All, flipping on his previous stance just as Democrats are on the cusp of potentially winning back control of the House. Medicare for All is "not legislation that I am currently cosponsoring or that I support," Jeffries said in an interview on NBC's "Meet the Press" on Sunday. Jeffries declined to say… |
(2026-08-17). DHS Investigated Labor Unions and Activist Groups Over Minnesota ICE Protests in Disturbing Attack on Dissent. rightsanddissent.org Newly released documents Instead, DHS began investigating major labor unions like SEIU and CWA, the environmental group the Sunrise Movement, the Democratic Socialists of America, and an activist collective called Direct Action Minnesota, all for allegedly providing support to ac…
(2026-08-17). Arsenal preview: Key questions heading into 2026-27 Premier League season. aljazeera.com Does Guimaraes complete the midfield? Can they finally win the Champions League? And who is set for a breakout season?>
(2026-08-17). Sri Lanka fight back after India post 462 in Galle Test. tribune.com.pk 
Sri Lanka fought back with an unbeaten half-century from Niroshan Dickwella after India's middle order laid the foundation for a commanding first-innings total of 462 in the opening Test at Galle. | Sri Lanka reached 167 for five till filing of this story on Monday, still 295 runs behind India, with Dickwella unbeaten on 50 and Sonal Dinusha on 38. | The hosts had been reduced to 90 for five but Dinusha and Dickwella launched a determined recovery, adding an unbroken 77 for the sixth wicket to keep Sri Lanka in the contest. | Dickwella reached his 50 from 67 balls, striking five fours, while Dinusha provided p…
(2026-08-17). Five-day rain spell puts Punjab, K-P on alert. tribune.com.pk 
More rain and thundershowers, accompanied by gusty winds and occasional heavy falls, are expected across the upper and central parts of the country from Aug 17 to 21, as the Punjab Provincial Disaster Management Authority (PDMA) warned on Sunday of possible urban flooding and landslides in vulnerable areas. | The PDMA, citing the Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD), said monsoon currents were continuing to penetrate the upper parts of the country and were expected to persist over the coming days. | A westerly wave was also likely to enter the upper parts of the country on Aug 17. | According to the PDMA's…
(2026-08-17). Texas Families Urge U.S. Supreme Court To Hear Challenge to Law Requiring Ten Commandments in Public School Classrooms. commondreams.org More than two dozen Texas families are asking the U.S. Supreme Court to hear their challenge to a state law that requires public schools to post a Protestant version of the Ten Commandments in every classroom.
(2026-08-16). China's railways handle record 2.8 billion passenger trips in first seven months. ecns.cn China's railways handled a record 2.8 billion passenger trips in the first seven months of 2026, up 4.1% from a year earlier, China State Railway Group Co., Ltd. said Saturday.
(2026-08-17). FM Dar, Turkish counterpart discuss regional developments in phone call. tribune.com.pk 
Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar on Sunday night held a telephonic conversation with the Foreign Minister of Türkiye Hakan Fidan, discussing recent regional developments and reafirming their commitment to further strengthening cooperation on matters of mutual interest, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MoFA) stated. | According to a post on X, FM Dar and his Turkish counterpart "agreed that dialogue and diplomacy remain the way forward to address regional challenges and promote peace and stability." | Deputy Prime Minister/Foreign Minister Senator Mohammad Ishaq Dar @MIshaqDar50 spoke l…
(2026-08-17). Russia hits steel plant in new strikes on Ukraine. tribune.com.pk 
Russia carried out a wave of airstrikes on Ukraine overnight, killing two people at a steel plant, and Kyiv launched a heavy drone ?attack on the Moscow region that killed one person and set ablaze a warehouse used by Russia's leading e-commerce retailer. | Romania, which borders Ukraine, said an F-18 fighter on a NATO air policing ?mission had shot down a drone that breached its airspace during the latest attacks. It did not specify the origin of the drone, which entered from Moldova, but a NATO spokesperson said it appeared to be Russian. | Russia struck Ukraine's largest grain export port on the River Danub…
(2026-08-17). Trump says US to 'substantially reduce' military drills with South Korea. aljazeera.com US president says he's 'not happy' about the drills, citing his 'very good relationship' with North Korea's Kim Jong Un.
(2026-08-17). Effort Fails To Shut Down Teamsters National Black Caucus Convention In New Orleans. indybay.org At the 2026 national convention of Teamsters National Black Caucus in New Orleans…
(2026-08-16). 23rd China-ASEAN Expo expected to attract over 3,000 global exhibitors. ecns.cn Over 3,000 global exhibitors are expected to attend the 23rd China-ASEAN Expo (CAEXPO) which will be held during Sept. 17 through Sept. 21, according to the expo secretariat.
(2026-08-16). Zhanjiang fishing-season deals top 5 bln yuan, boosting blue economy. ecns.cn The 2026 Zhanjiang Fishing Season Launch Ceremony and "Zhanpin" brand exhibition kicked off on Sunday, with on-site deals worth 5.05 billion yuan (about $749 million) signed across the entire marine fishery industrial chain.
(2026-08-17). Torrential rains flood homes and roads across Lima, Peru. aljazeera.com Heavy rains have flooded oads in Lima, while river overflows, landslides, and road closures continue to affect Peru.
(2026-08-17). PSL owners should be patient. tribune.com.pk 
If someone showed a businessman this picture before he invested, the apartment is excellent, all facilities are available, but the rent is extremely high; no matter how long you stay, you remain a tenant and never acquire ownership rights. You can use the apartment for various activities and generate income, but even that may not cover the rent. Important and influential people frequently visit, so you may get opportunities to meet them and become famous. But if someone knowingly enters such a venture and then, without giving it enough time, complains about the lack of profits, the blame lies with him. | The s…
(2026-08-17). Xi to address late Chinese leader Jiang Zemin's centenary commemoration. ecns.cn Chinese President Xi Jinping, also general secretary of the Communist Party of China Central Committee and chairman of the Central Military Commission, will attend and address a grand meeting commemorating the centenary of the birth of late Chinese leader Jiang Zemin on Aug. 17.
(2026-08-17). Tuesday 8/18: Unite for Safety and Reasonable Schedules. indybay.org Corner of S. Van Ness and Market Street near SFMTA "Customer" Service Center | 1525 Market Street San Francisco, California, 94103United States…
(2026-08-17). National Symphony Orchestra faces calamity in Washington D.C. wsws.org Playing to largely empty halls, NSO's ticket revenues have fallen as much as 50 percent for some concerts.
(2026-08-17). Saturday 8/15: Free virtual screening of the documentary film "The Tower" indybay.org Zoom | us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_UyBQ……
(2026-08-16). Unitree unveils humanoid robot capable of 2-meter jump. ecns.cn Chinese robotics company Unitree Robotics unveiled a new humanoid robot dubbed "Superman" on Monday, saying it can perform a 2-meter jump from a standing position and reach a top speed of 12.66 meters per second with 0.85-meter-long legs.
(2026-08-17). Israel creates fake think tank in likely attempt to dupe AI chatbots. responsiblestatecraft.org At a glance, the Hanover Institute for Public Policy looks like a new think tank dedicated to Israel/Palestine. The organization churns out think-tank style reports on questions
(2026-08-16). Bumper longan harvest in S China's Maoming boosts local farmers' income. ecns.cn Maoming in south China's Guangdong Province, hailed as the "hometown of longans," concluded its harvest season, delivering a prolific yield and robust income growth for growers.
(2026-08-17). Renters Left Sweating as Landlords Refuse to Fit Ceiling Fans Amid Rising Heatwaves. thecanary.co 
Britain's summers keep getting hotter, but for millions of renters, staying cool is not that simple. Many tenants cannot drill into a ceiling, rewire a light fitting, or fit permanent equipment without written permission. That leaves them stuck between two bad choices: sweat it out or spend hundreds of pounds on a bulky air conditioning […] | By
(2026-08-17). US Military Claims Legal Compliance Amid Unlawful Killings. hrw.org Click to expand Image | Members of Yemen's African community protest against a US airstrike that hit a migrant detention center in Saada, Yemen, May 11, 2025. | © 2025 Mohammed Huwais/AFP via Getty Images…
(2026-08-16). Xi calls for learning from Jiang Zemin's rock-solid political conviction. ecns.cn Chinese President Xi Jinping on Monday called for learning from late leader Jiang Zemin's firmness in political conviction.
(2026-08-17). The backlash against anti-depressants. whyy.org Why are some calling for reforming the psychiatric status quo? And how might the discourse impact the future of depression treatment?
(2026-08-17). "Moderates" Support Extreme Injustice. nationofchange.org 
The label goes to candidates who back endless war and block Medicare for All, while a CNN poll now finds a third of Democrats calling themselves socialists. Scolding them as interlopers plays well with donors and nowhere else.
(2026-08-17). Weekly Climate and Energy News Roundup. wattsupwiththat.com "It is a capital mistake to theorize before one has data." — Sherlock Holmes (Arthur Conan Doyle)…
(2026-08-17). 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.
(2026-08-17). Fiji High Court orders release of seven devices seized from journalist Charlie Charters. asiapacificreport.nz By Andrew Naidu in Suva Fiji's High Court has granted an application seeking the release of seven electronic devices seized by police from British-Fiji journalist and sports official Charlie Charters. The application was heard before Justice Pita Bulamainaivalu after preliminary issues were raised concerning the proper parties to the proceedings and the transfer of…
(2026-08-17). Makkah Quran Competition 2026 Preliminary Round Starts. ummid.com The Preliminary Qualifying Round of the 46th King Abdulaziz International Competition for Memorizing, Reciting and Interpreting the Holy Quran began Friday August 07, 2026 at the competition venue in Makkah al Mukarramah.
(2026-08-17). Jacquet scores on Liverpool debut in friendly win over Como. tribune.com.pk 
Jeremy Jacquet scored on his Liverpool debut as Andoni Iraola's Reds ended their pre-season campaign with a 2-0 win over Serie A side Como at Anfield on Sunday. | After agreeing a reported £60 million ($81 million) transfer for Jacquet in January, the 21-year-old Frenchman's move was confirmed on July 1. | But a niggling knee injury had kept him on the sidelines until the visit of Cesc Fabregas's Como. | The centre-back impressed in the early stages with some well-timed challenges and rounded off a fine first appearance for Liverpool with a tap-in from Cody Gakpo's cross that gave the Merseysiders a 2-0…
(2026-08-17). Zambia incumbent takes early election lead as opposition alleges armed raid. aljazeera.com President Hakainde Hichilema appears on course for outright win as observers cite violence and a tilted campaign field.
(2026-08-17). How Are Europe's Heatwaves Exposing a Growing Insurance Gap for Businesses? moderndiplomacy.eu For more than a century, cafes in the Italian city of Padua have welcomed customers for an early evening aperitivo, with people gathering outdoors before dinner. But as Europe faces its fifth heatwave of the year, the traditional 6 p.m. to 7 p.m. period has almost disappeared. Customers are increasingly choosing air-conditioned indoor spaces, leaving …
(2026-08-17). Makkah Defence Pact: Should India be Alarmed? ummid.com Diplomatically, at present, it would be wise of India to remain a quiet observer to inking of Mecca Agreement and other developments, it is likely to be least affected by!
(2026-08-16). 17 Guizhou schools partner with Malaysian counterparts. ecns.cn Seventeen schools in Guizhou Province signed partnership agreements Sunday with 17 Malaysian schools during the 2026 Guizhou—Malaysia Friendship Schools and Exchange Programme at Guiyang No. 3 High School.
(2026-08-17). TN NEET UG Counselling 2026 Registration, Choice Filling Starts – Steps, Link. ummid.com The Directorate of Medical Education Tamil Nadu (DME Tamil Nadu) has started through its official website 'tnmedicalselection.net' Online Registration of the students wishing to participate in TN MBBS / BDS Counselling for NEET UG 2026 based admission in different Medical Courses for the academic year 2026-27.
(2026-08-17). Retail trade in Belarus up 8.1% in January-July 2026. eng.belta.by One-day retail sale volume per capita came at Br33.6 as against Br30.7 year-on-year.
(2026-08-17). Explosion reported at school in Afghan capital Kabul. aljazeera.com The cause of the blast and the number of casualties have not been confirmed, with the Taliban government yet to comment.
(2026-08-17). US government is pushing to gain unprecedented access to your medical records — as data protections are weakening. nationofchange.org 
Large datasets can be useful research tools, but current government efforts to gather medical records depend on policy and technology that falls short of protecting people's privacy.
(2026-08-17). Why is Israel holding hundreds of Palestinian bodies, Haaretz exposes. ummid.com Israel is holding the bodies of hundreds of deceased Palestinians, nearly 1,700, for bargaining purposes for potential use in future exchange deals, even though there are currently no Israelis being held captives by the Palestinian resistance.
(2026-08-17). Innovations in heavy cargo transportation to take effect in Belarus soon. eng.belta.by Prime Minister Aleksandr Turchin signed a resolution "On the procedure for participation of heavy goods vehicles (HGVs) in road traffic".
(2026-08-16). Russian-themed fair brings dacha-style vibes to Tianjin for debut run. ecns.cn The "Made-in-Russia" festive fair, hosted by the Russian Export Center (REC), opened in Tianjin on Saturday, marking the event's first launch in the city.
(2026-08-17). Food First, Morals Follow: 70 Years on Bertolt Brecht (1956—2026). portside.org Food First, Morals Follow: 70 Years on Bertolt Brecht (1956—2026) |
(2026-08-17). In Trump's Economy, Black Adults and Their Families Face Worsening Job Security and Financial Stability. portside.org In Trump's Economy, Black Adults and Their Families Face Worsening Job Security and Financial Stability |
(2026-08-17). Sunday 8/23: SF Mime Troupe: WRECKAGE: A Musical Tragicomedy – Willard Park Berkeley. indybay.org Willard Park | Hillegass Ave & Derby Street | Berkeley, CA 94705 | FREE or donation. Bring your own lawn chair or blanket. | (Aug 19 performance will be indoor at Z Space's Steindler Stage in SF with tickets for purchase)…
(2026-08-17). 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.
(2026-08-17). PM Shehbaz appreciates Trump's support for Makkah defence pact. tribune.com.pk 
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Monday thanked US President Donald Trump for his support for the Makkah Joint Defence Agreement, saying Pakistan would continue to play a constructive role in ensuring the defence of its own country and the wider region. | Last year, Pakistan and Saudi Arabia signed a landmark "Strategic Mutual Defence Agreement", declaring that "any aggression against either country shall be considered an aggression against both". On August 7, Pakistan, Saudi Arabia and Türkiye formalised their longstanding strategic relationship through the newly signed "Makkah Joint Defence Agreement",…
(2026-08-17). This week in history: August 17-23. wsws.org Coal mine explosion kills 55 workers in Ukraine; Ford defeats Reagan for Republican presidential nomination; Britain imposes economic sanctions on Iran ; German Communist Party expels oppositionists on Stalin's orders.
(2026-08-16). Chinese-Canadian youth engage with traditional culture in Chongqing. ecns.cn The "China-Canada Youth Cultural Heritage Conservation International Volunteer Service" program and the China-Canada (Chongqing) Youth Cultural Heritage Art Exchange Camp were held in Chongqing from August 5 to 13.
(2026-08-17). Khalistan referendum draws large turnout in Indianapolis despite rain. geo.tv Members of the Sikh community address participants during a referendum advocating the creation of Khalistan in India. — Reporter
(2026-08-17). Smith targets revival against Pakistan after challenging year. tribune.com.pk 
England wicketkeeper-batter Jamie Smith says the upcoming Test series against Pakistan offers him the ideal opportunity to rediscover his best form after enduring the most difficult period of his international career. | The 26-year-old enjoyed a remarkable start to life in Test cricket, quickly establishing himself as England's first-choice wicketkeeper and one of the team's most reliable batters. | Smith averaged 58.64 in his first 12 Tests and became the fastest wicketkeeper to reach 1,000 Test runs, achieving the milestone in just 21 innings. | His progress, however, has slowed over the past year. | During…
(2026-08-17). 'Nightmare Fodder': Roku's AI Slop Channel Is Even Worse Than Expected. portside.org 'Nightmare Fodder': Roku's AI Slop Channel Is Even Worse Than Expected |
(2026-08-17). Saturday 8/29: SF Mime Troupe: WRECKAGE: A Musical Tragicomedy – Cedar Rose Park Berkeley. indybay.org Cedar Rose Park | Rose St & Chestnut St | Berkeley, CA 94702 | FREE or donation. Bring your own lawn chair or blanket. | (Aug 19 performance will be indoor at Z Space's Steindler Stage in SF with tickets for purchase) | FREE or donation. Bring your own lawn chair or blanket.
(2026-08-17). Robots compete at library-themed event in Beijing. ecns.cn The library-themed event simulates the workflow of human librarians, with robots competing in three tasks: collecting returned books, shelving books, and inspecting shelves for errors. Each robot must complete the tasks in sequence within the 30-minute competition.
(2026-08-17). USS Lincoln crisis: How it compares to past aircraft carrier deployments. aljazeera.com The USS Abraham Lincoln crisis highlights the toll of lengthy deployments on crew morale and operational readiness.
(2026-08-17). WBW News Action: Stop the War Funding. worldbeyondwar.org 
(2026-08-17). Turkey's Central Asia Strategy After Ukraine: How Far Can Ankara Go? moderndiplomacy.eu The war in Ukraine and the sanctions that followed it redrew the geo-economic map of Eurasia almost overnight. Supply chains assembled over decades were severed, and for Central Asia — a region long held within Moscow's orbit — the disruption opened new possibilities and imposed difficult choices at the same time. One consequence has been …
(2026-08-17). At "Quasi-Public" Private Schools, 100% of Students Get Tuition Vouchers. There's Almost No Accountability. nationofchange.org 
Private schools — even those that are heavily dependent on taxpayer funding — often operate without the scrutiny public schools are subject to. Following the money at one Milwaukee private school reveals an opaque world with little oversight.
(2026-08-17). Drone Defence in ASEAN – better present than absent. onlineopinion.com.au Air power used to be the preserve of rich states. A $30,000 drone has changed the arithmetic.
(2026-08-17). Spain flood kills two, injures two babies. tribune.com.pk 
(2026-08-17). Palestine Action Human Rights Lawyer Faces Unprecedented Contempt Charges in UK. truthout.org A prominent human rights lawyer in the United Kingdom has been charged with criminal contempt for his closing speech in the trial of his client, Charlotte "Lottie" Head, one of four Palestine Action activists who were sentenced as terrorists over their involvement in a 2024 protest and raid on an Israeli weapons factory. Their sentencing marked the first time a British judge issued terrorism… |
(2026-08-17). Belarus' grain harvest exceeds 8.2m tonnes. eng.belta.by As of 17 August 2026, grain harvest including rapeseed amounted to 8.215 million tonnes, which was almost 1.5 million tonnes more than on the same date in 2025.
(2026-08-17). Inside the UK's 'stressful' cost of living crisis Burnham hopes to tackle. aljazeera.com Britain's new premier has promised to ease the suffering of millions of families unable to afford basic items.
(2026-08-17). Reconnecting our Past to the Present: Wisconsin LGBTQIA History Project, Landmarks Program. wibailoutpeople.org 
Wisconsin LGBTQ History Project | Landmarks Program Together, we can make sure our history will BE SEEN. Visibility is power. When communities are targeted, their landmarks become powerful spiritual destinations. LGBTQ historic markers truly serve everyone: they inspire knowledge, understanding, compassion, empathy, and advocacy in unexpected, ongoing and immeasurable ways. However, there are now over …
(2026-08-17). Saturday 8/22: SF Mime Troupe: WRECKAGE: A Musical Tragicomedy – Willard Park, Berkeley. indybay.org Willard Park | Hillegass Ave & Derby Street | Berkeley, CA 94705, USA | FREE or donation. Bring your own lawn chair or blanket.
(2026-08-17). Detroit Tenants Union Rally Demands Justice for Leland House Illegally Evicted Residents. wibailoutpeople.org Detroit Tenants Union Rally Demands Justice for Leland House Illegally Evicted Residents By Abayomi Azikiwe Editor, Pan-African News Wire On Sat. Aug. 15, 2026, the Detroit Tenants Union (DTU) held a rally outside the Leland House on Bagley at Cass. The gathering was held to demand justice for the residents of the Leland House who …
(2026-08-16). Space-flown Sichuan embroidery showcased in Chengdu. ecns.cn A Sichuan embroidery artwork inspired by the Sun and Immortal Birds Gold Ornament, which was carried into space aboard the Shenzhou-6 spacecraft, was showcased in Chengdu in southwest China's Sichuan Province Sunday.
(2026-08-17). Iran's real war toll: How long can US Navy ignore female crew running out of pads and tampons. hindustantimes.com The USS Boxer is reportedly facing shortages of basic supplies during its extended Middle East deployment, with family members alleging that female crew members ran out of essential hygiene products. The claims have raised fresh questions over U.S. Navy resupply, crew welfare and the strain of prolonged deployments.
(2026-08-17). Hajj 2027 Last Date of Payment Extended. ummid.com In a relief for the pilgrims selected through Haj Qurrah 2027 and are all set to travel to Makkah for Hajj 2027 (Haj 1448H), the Haj Committee of India has extended the last date of payment.
(2026-08-17). Lukashenko: Belarus, Indonesia are committed to expanding partnership. eng.belta.by Belarusian President Aleksandr Lukashenko has sent greetings to Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto as the country celebrates Independence Day.
(2026-08-17). Significant loss by major Wall Street trading firm. wsws.org The loss of $15 billion by Jane Street in a month shows how fast problems for one firm, even a minor player, can be rapidly transmitted.
(2026-08-17). What is the objective of the Mecca Agreement? unitedworldint.com To answer the question posed in the title of this article, it is useful to outline certain contextual facts regarding the conjunctural background of the Mecca Agreement, signed between Türkiye, Pakistan, and Saudi Arabia, which is stated to be the result of approximately 2.5 years of preparation. To summarize: 1. The global weakening of American …
(2026-08-17). DTE Maha Post HSC 2026 D Pharm Admission: Last Date Extended. ummid.com The Directorate of Technical Education (DTE) Maharashtra has extended, for the third time, 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 2026-27.
(2026-08-17). Thursday 8/20: OPEN HOUSE: Revolution Books. indybay.org Revolution Books | 2444 Durant Avenue | Berkeley, CA 94704…
(2026-08-17). Why did Trump scale back war games with South Korea? aljazeera.com US president cites good relationship with North Korean leader Kim Jong Un…
(2026-08-17). "Terror-Free Türkiye" law; Erdoƒüan hosts Austrian Chancellor; Politicians react to attacks on Turkish ships in the Black Sea. unitedworldint.com Türkiye had another busy week on the political agenda. The "Framework Law," which sets out the legal basis for the process called "Terror-Free Türkiye" by the government was passed after a vote in Parliament. Another news of the week was the meeting in Ankara between President Recep Tayyip Erdoƒüan and Austrian Chancellor Christian Stocker. Meanwhile, …
(2026-08-17). Comparing Equilibrium, Kinetic, and Non-Equilibrium Temperatures. wattsupwiththat.com Definitions of thermodynamic, kinetic, and non-equilibrium temperatures with illustrations.
(2026-08-17). David Daokui Li on the end of offshore tax evasion for China's wealthy. mronline.org 
The Tsinghua economist welcomes China's new offshore trust tax rules and reflects on the stark disparity between taxes on capital and labour.
(2026-08-17). 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?
(2026-08-17). Americans Are Not Wealthy: The Truth About The US Economy. popularresistance.org It is often said that the United States is the richest country on Earth. This is a myth. | It is certainly true that, in the United States, there are some very, very rich people, including the wealthiest billionaires on Earth, and the first ever trillionaire (Elon Musk). | However, when you look at the country as a whole, you see that the US is not a relatively prosperous nation. | This article will analyze a broad set of data, including several different indicators, that show how Americans are not wealthy compared to people in other advanced economies.
(2026-08-17). Is the world experiencing more earthquakes now than before? aljazeera.com Al Jazeera examines a decade of earthquake data to see how 2026 compares and explains how and where earthquakes strike.
(2026-08-17). Capitalism trains us to blame each other for systemic abuses. mronline.org 
Our minds have been carefully groomed to accept the imperial status quo as normal and healthy, and to see every failure of the system as a failure of the individual.
(2026-08-17). Adobe Publishes APAC AI Trends Report Spotlighting India Innovation. ummid.com Adobe's AI adoption report spotlights many data-driven insights, including the fact that rather than simply trying out AI tools, surveyed Indian creatives and professionals reported that they're embracing AI with confidence, with an overwhelming positive outlook on AI technologies when compared to their other APAC counterparts.
(2026-08-17). Pakistan Announce Squads for Women's Asia Cup 2026 and Asian Games. thinktank.pk Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has unveiled its 15-member squads for the DP World Women's Asia Cup 2026 and the 20th Asian Games women's cricket tournament, with Fatima Sana returning to captain Pakistan in both competitions. Fatima Sana missed Pakistan's recent T20I series against Sri Lanka because of her commitments in The Hundred, but she is …
(2026-08-17). PSG beaten by Lens in French Champions' Trophy. tribune.com.pk 
Ten-man Lens denied Paris Saint-Germain a second trophy in five days as Florian Thauvin's first-half goal secured a 1-0 victory in the French Champions' Trophy on Sunday. | Lens were worthy winners in their first match under new coach Dino Toppmoeller, adding to the French Cup title they won under previous boss Pierre Sage in May. | PSG, who beat Aston Villa on Wednesday in the UEFA Super Cup, struggled to find their flow at Lens' Stade Bollaert-Delelis, despite their hosts having Kyllian Antonio sent off in the first half. | Luis Enrique's men will turn their attentions to the start of their Ligue 1 title def…
(2026-08-17). 'Truth or fiction': US trial of Tupac Shakur's accused killer begins. aljazeera.com Prosecutors claim Duane Davis was 'on-site commander' in murder of Shakur, who died after drive-by shooting in 1996.
(2026-08-17). Premier12 Will Expand to 16 Teams and Will Determine Two Olympic Berths. radiohc.cu Havana, August 17 (RHC) — The World Baseball Softball Confederation (WBSC) announced today that the 2027 Premier12 will bring together 16 teams for the first time, will have four phases, and will award two Olympic berths for Los Angeles 2028. | The WBSC's premier baseball tournament will thus expand its competitive landscape, with a route that will begin in November 2027 and will finish at the Tokyo Dome, the venue reserved for the Super Round and the medal games. | The 16 teams will be divided into four groups of four during the initial round, from which the top two teams from each group will advance to a s…
(2026-08-17). WHYY Newscast for Monday 11:00 a.m. whyy.org The latest local headlines from WHYY…
(2026-08-17). Kentucky Gov Has "Heard Absolutely Nothing" From McConnell Regarding His Health. truthout.org On Sunday, Kentucky Gov. Andy Beshear (D) indicated that his office hasn't heard back from U.S. Sen. Mitch McConnell (R-Kentucky), weeks after he demanded direct evidence that McConnell was still able to serve in office. Earlier this summer, McConnell reportedly suffered a fall in his home, requiring hospitalization, and later, physical rehabilitation. He has since returned to his home and… |
(2026-08-17). Ellenbogen's (New York) Data from the July 2026 Heat Wave. wattsupwiththat.com Ellenbogen connected the voltage collapse to a growing reliance on inverter-based resources — solar and batteries — that disconnect from the grid when voltage or frequency moves outside their operating range:…
(2026-08-17). Saturday 8/15: SF Mime Troupe: WRECKAGE: A Musical Tragicomedy – Glen Park SF. indybay.org Glen Park SF | Chenery Street & Elk Street | San Francisco, CA 94131 | FREE or donation. Bring your own lawn chair or blanket. | (Aug 19 will be indoor at Z Space's Steindler Stage in SF)…
(2026-08-17). Lorain County caseworkers reach day 180 of a strike over a dollar an hour. nationofchange.org 
Union officials told the bargaining chair the walkout may be the longest in Ohio public sector history, a claim the county's newspaper could not confirm. Commissioners point to an $11 million deficit.
(2026-08-17). Pope calls for an end to West Bank violence against Palestinians. tribune.com.pk 
Pope Leo called on Sunday for an end to violence against Palestinians in the occupied West Bank, amid a surge of attacks by militant settlers and a siege in the territory's village of Qusra. | Israeli settlers encircled houses after cutting off water and electricity, in what rights groups have said is a concerted effort to seize more land, and further eat into territory where Palestinians aim to establish a state. | "I renew my appeal for an end to the repeated violence against the Palestinian civilian | population in the West Bank," the Pope said, without mentioning specific confrontations or attacks. | "I ur…
(2026-08-16). China's fast-growing coffee market could make Hainan new import gateway: expert. ecns.cn China's coffee retail market is worth more than 200 billion yuan ($29.7 billion) annually and is growing at about 20% a year, Zhang Hong, president of the Asian Coffee Association, said at the 2026 Hainan International Coffee Expo in Haikou.
(2026-08-17). Cameroon celebrates after winning first ever WAFCON title. aljazeera.com Cameroon wins its first WAFCON title, beating Malawi 3—0 in the final.
(2026-08-17). Under surveillance in Oakland by Flock and the OPD. indybay.org Living under surveillance in Oakland, under the watchful eye of "Big Brother," the many scary Flock cameras, and the Oakland Police Department.
(2026-08-17). Trump 'very happy' over signing of Makkah Joint Defence Agreement. tribune.com.pk 
US President Donald Trump on Monday welcomed the signing of the Makkah Joint Defence Agreement by Türkiye, Pakistan and Saudi Arabia. | "Very happy to see that Saudi Arabia, Türkiye and Pakistan have recently, and finally, signed the Makkah Joint Defence Agreement," he said on Sunday on Truth Social. | truthsocial.com/@realDonaldTrump/1171072… | Trump said the deal shows "how the Middle East is coming together, and how countries will finally be able to defend themselves in a more meaningful way. Congratulations to the Great Leadership of the three nations mentioned. | "THIS IS A BIG…
(2026-08-17). How New Mexico, the Saudi Arabia of Wind, is Beating Dirty Electricity. juancole.com by Karin Kirk, — | Although it's part of an industry famous for changing slowly, New Mexico's largest utility has moved quickly to update its electricity supply to cleaner alternatives. | The Public Service Company of New Mexico, or PNM, said it delivered 80% carbon-free electricity in 2025 after investing in solar energy, batteries, and wind. During the daytime, the sun powers fans, air conditioners, and more across the state. In the evening, solar energy stored in batteries keeps…
(2026-08-17). Sunday 8/30: SF Mime Troupe: WRECKAGE: A Musical Tragicomedy – Cedar Rose Park, Berkeley. indybay.org Cedar Rose Park | Rose St & Chestnut St | Berkeley, CA 94702 | FREE or donation. Bring your own lawn chair or blanket. | (Aug 19 performance will be indoor at Z Space's Steindler Stage in SF with tickets for purchase)…
(2026-08-17). "They're Fascists" : Silicon Valley Journalist Gil Durán on "The Nerd Reich" Takeover of U.S. Politics. democracynow.org Part 2 of our interview with Gil Durán, author of the new book, The Nerd Reich: Silicon Valley Fascism and the War on Democracy. | Part 2 of our interview with Gil Durán, author of the new book, The Nerd Reich: Silicon Valley Fascism and the War on Democracy.
(2026-08-17). Aus Sorge vor Trump sucht Europa eine Rolle bei mà∂glichen Gesprà§chen zwischen Russland und der Ukraine. strategic-culture.su Franzà∂sische, deutsche und britische Diplomaten arbeiten an einem Format fàºr kàºnftige Verhandlungen — auch wenn Russland bislang wenig Interesse daran gezeigt hat. | Aus Sorge, von Prà§sident Trump von mà∂glichen Gesprà§chen àºber ein Ende des russisch-ukrainischen Krieges ausgeschlossen zu werden, arbeiten drei europà§ische Là§nder gemeinsam daran, sicherzustellen, dass Europa einen Platz am Verhandlungstisch erhà§lt, wie fàºnf europà§ische Regierungsvertreter mitteilten. | Europà§ische Diplomaten arbeiten an einem Format fàºr k຅
(2026-08-17). At least seven dead in 'stampede-like' incident at India temple. aljazeera.com The fatal incident reportedly took place amid a rush of devotees at a temple in India's Bihar state.
(2026-08-17). Horrific conditions aboard USS Abraham Lincoln: The ruling class's contempt for the troops it sends to war. wsws.org Reports that sailors on the USS Abraham Lincoln have either jumped overboard or attempted to do so have exposed the horrendous conditions facing the largely working class naval crew that has been at sea for 268 days and deployed in the Arabian Sea in the war against Iran for five months.
(2026-08-17). AIPAC Poured Over $1M Into House Race for Term That Will Last Just 3 Months. truthout.org AIPAC and other allied outside groups have spent millions of dollars trying to defeat a left-of-center candidate in a House race for a term that would last only a few months, in a race that will be decided Tuesday. United Democracy Project (UDP), AIPAC's super PAC, has reported that it has poured $1.2 million into opposing progressive candidate Aisha Wahab and backing moderate Democrat… |
(2026-08-16). Cross-Strait AI industry development alliance launched in E China's Kunshan. ecns.cn A Cross-Strait artificial intelligence industry development alliance was established on Sunday in Kunshan, east China's Jiangsu Province, aiming to combine the complementary strengths of the Chinese mainland and Taiwan to drive growth in the AI sector.
(2026-08-17). Zack Polanski calls out antisemitic Economist hit piece. thecanary.co 
Green Party leader Zack Polanski has labelled an Economist piece "antisemitic". And given the outlet's own description of the piece, it's easy to see why: Seems pretty Antisemitic to me. How have we got to the place that they feel so emboldened to write this shit? t.co/CzRwKI5EjQ — Zack Polanski (@ZackPolanski) August 16, 2026 Definitions […] | By
(2026-08-17). 'My religion's better than yours' — so there! nationofchange.org 
To fix all truths on realms invisible Strikes skeptics as inadmissible.
(2026-08-17). WHYY Newscast for Monday 4:00 p.m. whyy.org The latest local headlines from WHYY…
(2026-08-17). Clashes between government and opposition fighters in Somalia's Baidoa. aljazeera.com Heavy clashes broke out in Baidoa, Somalia between federal troops and armed opposition groups.
(2026-08-17). ICE turns state and local police into nationwide deportation force. wsws.org The Trump administration has enlisted more than 2,000 state and local law enforcement agencies in ICE's 287(g) program, extending its mass deportation operation into traffic stops, truck inspections, schools and county jails.
(2026-08-17). Over 3,400 vehicles queued up at Belarus' border to enter Poland. eng.belta.by As of 10.00 more than 2,000 passenger cars and 56 buses were queuing to enter Poland at the border checkpoints Terespol (Brest on the Belarusian side), Bobrowniki (Berestovitsa) and Kuznica Bialostocka (Bruzgi).
(2026-08-17). Trotsky's My Life: An imperishable contribution to Marxism and world literature. wsws.org This speech was given by David North at the fourth annual international commemoration of Leon Trotsky's exile on the island of Bàºyàºkada (Prinkipo), Turkey, held August 16 before an audience of more than 100, under the title "My Life, Written on Prinkipo, and Trotsky's Years in Exile."
(2026-08-17). Understanding Smart Use of Property Payment Plans. ummid.com Good Property Payment Plans do a lot more than just defer cash outflow – they have a bearing on actual affordability and management of liquidity and can be great tools to buy a property with superior foresight and discipline.
(2026-08-17). Russia Is Expanding Its Long-Range Strike Drone Network. twz.com 
Commercial satellite imagery shows Russia has been expanding the dedicated launch infrastructure for its
(2026-08-17). Photos: Indonesia earthquake rescue efforts continue as death toll hits 68. aljazeera.com At least 68 killed in eastern Indonesia as aftershocks and landslides hamper aid.
(2026-08-17). Film screening: Pig Feast — Colonialism in Our Time. ecosocialism.org.au 
What does "development" mean when it comes at the cost of Indigenous lands, lives, and futures? Join us for a screening of Pig Feast — Colonialism in Our Time, an investigative documentary examining contemporary colonialism, militarisation, and large‚Äëscale development projects in West Papua.
(2026-08-17). Thieves steal Renaissance artworks in museum heist during Italian holiday. aljazeera.com As Messina celebrated Sicilian holiday Ferragosto, thieves struck the MuMe museum to steal the masterworks by Antonello.
(2026-08-17). Sunday 8/16: SF Mime Troupe: WRECKAGE: A Musical Tragicomedy – River Oaks Park, San Jose. indybay.org River Oaks Park | 328 River Oaks Pkwy | San Jose, CA 95134, USA | FREE or donation. Bring your own lawn chair or blanket. | (Aug 19 performance will be indoor at Z Space's Steindler Stage in SF with tickets for purchase)…
(2026-08-17). Forest access ban in effect in 25 districts across Belarus. eng.belta.by A ban on entering forests is in effect in 25 districts of Belarus, while restrictions have been imposed in the remaining areas.
(2026-08-17). WHYY Newscast for Monday 6:00 a.m. whyy.org The latest local headlines from WHYY…
(2026-08-17). August 9, 1942: The Day of The People of India. ummid.com It is a worth reflecting subject that why Ram Manohar Lohia – who participated actively and with unwavering dedication in the movement – described August 9th as the 'Day of the People of India'.
(2026-08-17). Palestinian-American travels to West Bank home encircled by Israeli settler. aljazeera.com Palestinian-American Loui Ridi is flying from the US to Qusra, where Israeli settlers have encircled his family's home.
(2026-08-17). Palestinian American reunites with family under siege in West Bank. aljazeera.com Videos show the first moments Palestinian-American Loui Ridi arrived at his home in Qusra.
(2026-08-17). El fenómeno climático El Niño y su impacto en el empleo. radiohc.cu El fenómeno meteorológico El Niño, que implica aguas más cálidas de lo usual en el Pacífico, tiene un 69 % de probabilidad de ser el más fuerte desde que hay registros, avisó esta semana, la Oficina Nacional de Administración Oceánica y Atmosférica (NOAA) de Estados Unidos. | El Centro de Predicción Climática de la NOAA elevó en su más reciente informe la posibilidad de que El Niño, de octubre a diciembre próximo, sea ´un histórico evento que exceda la fuerza ª de fenómenos anteriores hasta 1950, cuando comenzaron los registros, con 2,5 grados centígrados por encima de la temperatura usual. | A propósi…
(2026-08-17). Presidente Lula da silva conserva liderazgo en carrera presidencial brasileña. radiohc.cu El presidente brasileño, Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva, encabeza las preferencias para las elecciones de octubre próximo con el 41 por ciento, frente al 36 por ciento del senador Flávio Bolsonaro, según una encuesta divulgada este lunes. | Tal resultado corresponde a la décima edición del sondeo BTG/Nexus, realizado del 14 al 16 de agosto, y confirma la ventaja del mandatario en la primera vuelta de los comicios generales. | La pesquisa, contratada por el banco BTG Pactual, muestra una ligera recuperación de Lula respecto a la medición anterior, del 10 de agosto, cuando registró el 40 por ciento. | Flávio Bolsonaro,…
(2026-08-17). Presidente brasileño Lula da Silva lanza campaña de reelección. radiohc.cu 
El presidente brasileño, Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva, oficializó este domingo 16 de agosto, en la ciudad de Sà£o Paulo el lanzamiento formal de su campaña para la reelección presidencial, centrando su propuesta programática en el combate frontal a la violencia de género y al crimen organizado. | Ante miles de simpatizantes concentrados en el histórico estadio municipal de Vila Euclides, el jefe de Estado prometió profundizar la inversión pública en las principales políticas sociales de su administración. | Durante su intervención pública, el líder progresista recordó la relevancia histórica de dicho recinto d…
(2026-08-17). Perché gli Stati Uniti intervengono in difesa dello yen? strategic-culture.su Alla fine di luglio, lo yen aveva registrato rispetto al dollaro la peggior caduta degli ultimi quarant'anni. Perché gli Stati Uniti hanno un interesse vitale a evitare che il Giappone precipiti in una crisi finanziaria? | Segue nostro Alla fine di luglio, lo yen aveva registrato rispetto al dollaro la peggior caduta degli ultimi quarant'anni. Una debacle rovinosa, imputabile per un verso ai maggiori rendimenti garantiti dagli Stati Unit…