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2026-01-07: News Headlines

Binoy Kampmark (2026-01-07). Pine Gap protests and the case for civil disobedience over Gaza. independentaustralia.net

newarab (2026-01-07). Israeli forces open fire in central Gaza, W. Bank raids continue. newarab.com Israeli tanks open fire towards the northern areas of At the same time, Israeli settlers also stormed farmland in Rabah, south of Jenin. This comes as Israeli…

Jasmin Gueta (2026-01-07). Likud party expands boycott against Channel 12, fueled by pro-Netanyahu Channel 14. haaretz.com Likud officials have accused the channel of harming IDF reservists after it leaked footage of a Palestinian detainee being abused at Sde Teiman detention center. The boycott is amplified by Channel 14, whose broadcasts have called for 'total annihilation' in Gaza. The channel says 95 percent of Likud voters support the boycott…

newarab (2026-01-07). Israeli-backed militia says it killed Hamas members in Gaza. newarab.com An Israeli-backed Popular Forces, said in a statement that it carried out a raid in Rafah, killing two Hamas members who had refused to surrender and detaining a third. It shared a photograph that it said had depicted one of the slain men. |

kamran Talattof, Professor of Near Eastern Studies, University of Arizona (2026-01-07). 'Neither Gaza nor Lebanon!' Iranian unrest is about more than the economy ‚àí protesters reject the Islamic Republic's whole rationale. | Kamran Talattof

aa.com.tr (2026-01-07). Press association condemns Israel for maintaining ban on media access to Gaza The US-based non-profit Foreign Press Association on Tuesday expressed "profound disappointment" with the Israeli government for continuing to bar unrestricted international media access to the Gaza Strip, despite a ceasefire being in place.

WW (2026-01-07). La censura de los archivos niega justicia a las víctimas de Epstein. workers.org La fecha límite para que el Departamento de Justicia (DOJ) hiciera públicos todos los archivos sobre el delincuente sexual Jeffrey Epstein —con excepciones limitadas— ya ha pasado. Miles de fotos, mensajes de texto, correos electrónicos y otros documentos incriminatorios se hicieron públicos el 19 de diciembre, fecha en la que . . . |

moneycontrol.com (2026-01-07). How Maduro and his wife were injured during the US raid, and what officials told US Congress Trump administration officials say the Venezuelan leader and Cilia Flores were hurt while trying to flee and hide, even as lawyers describe the incident as a violent abduction and questions swirl about the scale of the operation.

WW (2026-01-07). La censura de los archivos niega justicia a las víctimas de Epstein. workers.org La fecha límite para que el Departamento de Justicia (DOJ) hiciera públicos todos los archivos sobre el delincuente sexual Jeffrey Epstein —con excepciones limitadas— ya ha pasado. Miles de fotos, mensajes de texto, correos electrónicos y otros documentos incriminatorios se hicieron públicos el 19 de diciembre, fecha en la que . . . |

newrepublic.com (2026-01-07). The Donroe Doctrine Is a Scam Here's the rub: When the Trump administration says "our interests," they're not talking about your or my interests, and they're not talking about the nation's interests. They're talking about the interests of corporate elites. The Donroe Doctrine is a racket'nothing more and nothing less'designed to make the U.S. taxpayer underwrite resource imperialism for Trump's billionaire buddies.

A A (2026-01-07). The Epstein Saga: capitolo 3, quegli amici dei servizi segreti. strategic-culture.su Le prove più schiaccianti provengono da coloro che conoscevano Epstein dall'interno, persone che hanno rischiato tutto per parlare. | Segue nostro Qualcuno deve fare il lavoro sporco | Una delle informazioni emerse dal materiale desecretato è all'apparenza marginale, ma pur sempre pittoresca: una maglietta del Mossad, uno dei servizi segreti di Israele. Subito la stampa ha cominciato ad attribuire al caro Jeffrey la patente di agente seg…

Sana Khan (2026-01-07). U.S. Expands Costly Visa Bond Policy to 25 More Countries, Including Venezuela. moderndiplomacy.eu The Trump administration has added 25 countries to a U.S. visa bond program that may require visitors to post bonds of up to $15,000 to obtain entry visas, according to the State Department. The expansion brings the total number of affected countries to 38. The policy applies to applicants for B1/B2 visas, used for tourism …

Brenda Ryan (2026-01-07). Outside NYC courthouse, demonstrators demand freedom for President Maduro and Cilia Flores. workers.org Protesters rallied outside the courthouse on Jan. 5, in NewYork City where heavily armed U.S. troops brought Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro and his spouse Cilia Flores for a hearing on false charges of importing cocaine into the United States. A vast number of media outlets swarmed around them seeking interviews. . . . |

hindustantimes (2026-01-07). After Venezuela, Trump eyeing Greenland? Why US President's arctic obsession has NATO & EU rattled. hindustantimes.com After Venezuela, a question is echoing across capitals from Washington to Copenhagen: where does Donald Trump strike or pressure next? As Latin America reels, Trump's attention appears to be shifting north, toward Greenland. What began as a joke in 2019 is now being framed as a national security necessity. But this time, the consequences are far bigger. Greenland isn't just ice and isolation. It sits at the heart of the Arctic, rich in rare earth minerals, critical shipping routes, and strategic military value. The U.S. already operates a major base there. So why does Trump want more and why now? More importantly…

hindustantimes (2026-01-07). Trump, oil & a Nobel twist? Machado steps in after Maduro capture with shocking proposal for Trump. hindustantimes.com Venezuelan opposition leader and Nobel laureate Maria Corina Machado hailed the U.S. capture of Nicolas Maduro as a historic victory, vowed to return to Caracas, and promised free-market reforms to turn Venezuela into the energy hub of the Americas. As Trump eyes control of Venezuela's vast oil reserves and Delcy Rodríguez moves to consolidate interim power, a fierce political showdown looms.

Stephen Zunes (2026-01-07). The Real Reason Trump Invaded Venezuela. progressive.org It's not drugs, democracy, or even oil. It's power.

UMMID (2026-01-07). "The Veil…" : Venezuela Acting President Delcy Rodríguez's Full Speech. ummid.com If there is one thing the Venezuelan people and this country are absolutely clear about, it is that we will never again be slaves, that we will never again be colonies of any empire, of any kind, Venezuela Acting President Delcy Rodríguez said in her speech.

Sana Khan (2026-01-07). Faith and Fairness: Veteran Judge Takes On Maduro Case. moderndiplomacy.eu U.S. District Judge Alvin Hellerstein, 92, is presiding over the criminal case against former Venezuelan president Nicolas Maduro, who pleaded not guilty this week to narco-terrorism charges in Manhattan federal court. Opening the hearing on Monday, Hellerstein said he intends to ensure a fair trial, citing his duty as a judge. The veteran jurist has …

WW editors (2026-01-07). No to U.S. intervention in Iran and elsewhere. workers.org If there was ever one iota of doubt that Donald Trump is all about regime change against any government that he opposes, the unlawful, illegal kidnapping of Venezuela President Nicolás Maduro and his spouse, Cilia Adela Flores, on Jan. 3 should have erased those doubts forever. It doesn't matter whether . . . |

newleftreview.org (2026-01-07). Tariq Ali, Abduction in Caracas ' SidecarTwo decades before US forces kidnapped Venezuelan president Nicolás Maduro this weekend, Hugo Chávez had already predicted the approach

UMMID (2026-01-07). US strike on Venezuela: What we know so far. ummid.com The latest update on Venezuela, the whereabout of Nicolás Maduro, the actual intention of US strike on the Latin American country, Trump's next move and the reaction of world leaders.



Editor (2026-01-07). Trump Wants Greenland. Europe's Tepid Response Is Putting NATO And Global Security At Risk. menafn.com (MENAFN – The Conversation) Europe stands at a precipice. Following the US military operation in Venezuela, President Donald Trump and his close advisers have reiterated that Greenland currently …

Guest Blogger (2026-01-07). Venezuelan Oil: Statism to Liberation? wattsupwiththat.com There will be many geopolitical ramifications from the Venezuelan leadership change, including the termination of sanctions on Venezuela and its oil. President Trump indicated a willingness to sell oil to China, helping Venezuela to pay down its $60 billion debt to that country.

hindustantimes (2026-01-07). After Maduro capture, Houthis issues a big warning & an advice on how to stop Trump juggernaut. hindustantimes.com Iran-backed Houthi rebels in Yemen have broken their silence on the dramatic capture of Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro, issuing a sharp warning to U.S. President Donald Trump. In a strongly worded statement, the Houthis condemned what they called global silence over Trump's actions in Venezuela, claiming it has emboldened Washington to threaten other leaders across Latin America. The group warned that Trump "will not stop" and urged the world to confront U.S. power with firmness, citing their own 2025 ceasefire with Washington as proof that resistance forces the United States to pull back. The statement adds…

JUDY (2026-01-07). Trump Blurts Out Dark Truth About Venezuela Plan—and About MAGA Voters. portside.org Trump Blurts Out Dark Truth About Venezuela Plan—and About MAGA Voters |

The Independent (2026-01-07). Between Empire and Agency: Africa in a fracturing world order. independent.co.ug In the spirit of 1964, Africa must turn indignation into agency and sovereignty into strategy COMMENT | ANDREW PI BESI | I returned from my annual pilgrimage to Rujumbura, undertaken in observance of Christmas, only to be confronted by reports that the United States had, under cover of night, undertaken military action against Venezuela and kidnapped …

WSWS (2026-01-07). After Trump's attack on Venezuela: Germany's Left Party supports European imperialism. wsws.org The Left Party's reaction to the illegal US attack on Venezuela and the abduction of President Nicolás Maduro once again exposes it as an openly pro-imperialist force.

John Catalinotto (2026-01-07). Wave of international solidarity with Venezuela. workers.org These reports include excerpts from a roundup on lahaine.org and selections from other sources internationally. A separate Workers World report on demonstrations inside the United States can be found at workers.org/ Havana, Cuba. Jan. 3, 2026. Social and political movements around the world have rejected U.S. imperialist aggression and reaffirmed . . . |

The Independent (2026-01-07). No country has the right to police the world. independent.co.ug COMMENT | Xinhua | Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro appeared in Manhattan federal court on Monday after his forcible seizure by U.S. special forces on Venezuelan soil this weekend, marking the latest development in Washington's public assault on international law and national sovereignty. Kidnapping the head of state of a sovereign country and putting him in …

geo.tv (2026-01-07). China-bound shipments at risk as Venezuela holds US oil talks. geo.tv Pumpjacks are seen at Lake Maracaibo in Cabimas, Venezuela October 5, 2017. — ReutersVenezuela, US holding talks to export crude to US refineries.Talks may lead to redirecting oil cargoes originally meant for China.Chevron currently controls flow of Venezuelan crude to…

ptcnews.tv (2026-01-07). Trump claims Venezuela's interim authorities to supply up to 50 million barrels of oil to US after Maduro capture. ptcnews.tv PTC Web Desk: US President Donald Trump has claimed that Venezuela's so-called "Interim Authorities" have agreed to provide between 30 million and 50 million barrels of "high-quality" oil to the United States at prevailing market rates, following a dramatic US military operation that led to the capture of Venezuelan leader Nicolás Maduro.In a post on his social media platform Truth Social, Trump said the oil would be stored on ships and transported directly to unloading ports in the United States. He added that the proceeds from the transaction would be overseen by him as president and used for the benefit of bo…

Staff (2026-01-07). Lawyer Who Represented Julian Assange Takes on President Maduro's Defense, Presidential Couple Injured. orinocotribune.com Renowned criminal lawyer Barry Pollack, who defended journalist Julian Assange, has taken on the defense of Venezuela's constitutional president, Nicolás Maduro, in New York. Maduro and First Lady Cilia Flores were kidnapped and taken there following the US attack in the early hours of Jan. 3, when military forces under orders from the White House carried out bombings against Caracas and several states, killing dozens of civilians and military personnel. | Amid their illegitimate detention, President Maduro and Cilia Flores were taken this Monday to the Southern District Court of New York to begin a trial for all…

UMMID (2026-01-07). The Uncomfortable Truth Venezuela Crisis Reflects. ummid.com Venezuela's crisis reflects an uncomfortable truth of global politics: As long as the earth hides immense wealth beneath its surface, power struggles above it will rarely be peaceful.

hindustantimes (2026-01-07). Jaishankar speaks on US' Maduro arrest & Venezuela crisis; 'We urge all involved parties to…'. hindustantimes.com India's External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar has expressed concern about recent developments in Venezuela following the capture of President Nicolás Maduro by US forces, urging all parties to prioritise the safety and well-being of the Venezuelan people and to pursue dialogue and peaceful solutions. India emphasised the importance of stability, long-standing bilateral ties, and protection of civilians as the crisis unfolds. Watch the video to find out more.

Marjorie Cohn, Truthout. (2026-01-07). Trump Will Try To Defend Aggression Toward Venezuela. popularresistance.org The Trump administration's massive military attack on Venezuela, launched with 150 aircraft, reportedly killed upwards of 80 people, including civilians. | In utter defiance of the mandates of the United Nations Charter, U.S. forces launched the attack as they kidnapped Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro and his wife, First Lady Cilia Flores, who have been transported to New York, where they face drug trafficking charges. | After two world wars claimed more than 100 million lives, 50 countries came together and enacted the UN Charter to "save succeeding generations from the scourge of war, which twice in our lif…

Staff (2026-01-07). Delcy Rodríguez Responds to Trump's Threats: No External Agent Governs Venezuela. orinocotribune.com Venezuelan Acting President Delcy Rodríguez stated on Tuesday during a meeting of the Agro-Food, Communal, and Industrial Fishing Staff that "on a personal level, to those who threaten me, I say this: my destiny is decided only by god; that is my response." | "We are here governing alongside the people," stated Rodríguez. "The government of Venezuela rules in our country and no one else; there is no external agent that governs Venezuela. It is Venezuela, it is its constitutional government, and it is the consolidated popular power." | During the meeting, Rodríguez highlighted the strength of the economic indicato…

geo.tv (2026-01-07). Venezuela to export $2bn worth of oil to US in deal with Washington. geo.tv An oil pump jack is seen in an oil field near Lake Maracaibo, in Cabimas, Venezuela on October 14, 2022. — ReutersTrump says agreed volume to supply 30-50 million barrels.Exports expected to stem further cuts to Venezuelan output.US interior secretary says US Gulf refiners would take…

Abdel Bari Atwan (2026-01-07). Why did China, Russia, and Europe lose the most from the US attack on Venezuela and Maduro's abduction? thealtworld.com What are the three reasons for its disgraceful and cooperative silence? Which eight nations stand to be invaded, humiliated, and have their wealth plundered? | The shock of the U.S. air and naval invasion of Venezuela remains fresh, and the turmoil and chaos it unleashed has profoundly affected international security. As a result, making firm conclusions about present events and the future may not be prudent. Nonetheless, the first reading of the world's responses to this invasion and the abduction of the head of state and his spouse from their bedroom (Maduro), particularly by the three major world powers—…

Global Voices Latin America (2026-01-07). Venezuela after Maduro: Leadership of the South American nation seems uncertain. globalvoices.org While some celebrate the dictator's departure, it remains to be seen whether democracy will be restoredOriginally published on

WSWS (2026-01-07). Trump threatens second strike against Venezuela if interim president does not bow to US demands. wsws.org In an interview with NBC on Monday, President Donald Trump suggested the US could launch a second military incursion into Venezuela if newly sworn in President Delcy Rodríguez stops cooperating with US officials.

ptcnews.tv (2026-01-07). US moves to seize Russian-flagged oil tanker linked to Venezuela near Iceland, raises tensions with Moscow. ptcnews.tv PTC Web Desk: The United States has begun an operation to take control of a Russian-flagged oil tanker suspected of breaching sanctions linked to Venezuela, after monitoring the vessel's movement across the Atlantic for more than two weeks, according to US officials quoted by Reuters. The move risks intensifying already strained relations with Moscow.The tanker, currently sailing under the name Marinera, is believed to be involved in transporting Venezuelan oil in violation of US sanctions. American authorities say the mission is being carried out jointly by the US Coast Guard and the US military and is taking p…

en.mehrnews (2026-01-07). Venezuela declares seven-day mourning following US attack. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Jan. 07 (MNA) —The authorities of Venezuela declared seven days of mourning for soldiers and civilians killed as a result of the aggression of the United States on January 3, Venezuelan acting President Delcy Rodriguez stated.

hindustantimes (2026-01-07). Venezuela's Delcy 'cuts off' US as Trump charts 'whip & dispose' plan for her? 'My destiny is…'. hindustantimes.com Acting Venezuelan President Delcy Rodríguez has rejected claims that foreign powers are governing Venezuela following the dramatic US military operation that resulted in the capture of Nicolás Maduro and Cilia Flores. Rodríguez insisted that "the government of Venezuela rules our country, and no one else," and declared that "there is no external agent governing Venezuela," reaffirming national sovereignty despite intense international pressure and statements from Washington suggesting US influence in Venezuela's political transition. Rodríguez's remarks come as her administration balances cooperation and resistan…

ecns.cn (2026-01-06). No country should act as the world's police or judge: Chinese FM. ecns.cn No country should act as the world's police or judge, said Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson Mao Ning on Tuesday after the vast majority of countries on the UN Security Council expressed their condemnation of the U.S. military strikes on Venezuela.

Benjamin Gedan (2026-01-07). The US military is feeling invincible, and that's dangerous. responsiblestatecraft.org The U.S. military certainly put on an impressive display Saturday during the raid to capture Nicolás Maduro. It's a testament to the professionalism of the staff and operators that they were able to design such a complex operation, coordinating ground and naval forces with all the supporting air, communications, and logistical elements. The 140-minute operation apparently went off without a significant hitch as evidenced by the fact that the mission was accomplished without losing a single American.Senior civilian and military leaders also showed courage in ordering such an audacious plan. They certainly chan…

hindustantimes (2026-01-07). Trump's Greenland gambit sparks standoff, allies warn military move could shatter NATO. hindustantimes.com U.S. President Donald Trump's remarks and threats over Greenland have triggered sharp reactions across Europe, deepening tensions within NATO just days after the Venezuela operation. UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer publicly rejected Trump's suggestion of taking over Greenland, stressing that the island's future lies solely with Greenland and Denmark, both close NATO allies. Denmark and Greenland have echoed the warning, cautioning that any U.S. move against a NATO member would fundamentally undermine the alliance. As Trump frames Greenland as vital to U.S. national security and his aides defend the proposal, Europ…

aljazeera.com (2026-01-07). How strong are Latin America's military forces, as they face US threats? According to the 2025 Global Firepower rankings, Brazil has the most powerful military in Latin America and is ranked 11th globally.
    Mexico ranks 32nd globally, Colombia 46th, Venezuela 50th and Cuba 67th.

middleeasteye.net (2026-01-06). From Gaza to Venezuela, the US has been unmasked as the serial villain The path to Caracas – and potentially next to Colombia, Cuba, and Greenland, other targets of Donald Trump's colonial greed – was paved in Gaza

thehindu.com (2026-01-06). Israel to introduce electronic tagging in West Bank The decision allows security forces to install a technological monitoring device on individuals subject to an administrative order restricting their movement

newint.org (2026-01-06). Neocolonialism in Gaza Palestinian futures are being decided for them yet again as they are dispossessed by the new Trump Plan, argues Yara Hawari. When will Palestinians be free of repackaged colonialism?

newrepublic.com (2026-01-06). Nobel Winner Offers to Give Trump Her Prize After He Rejected Her In a seemingly desperate bid to regain favor with the U.S. president, the 2025 recipient of the prestigious honor-Venezuelan opposition leader María Corina Machado-offered to give her medal to Trump after he announced he would not back her to run the country she's fought to reclaim.

english.palinfo.com (2026-01-05). UNRWA: 12,000 Palestinian children forcibly displaced in West Bank The United Nations Relief and Works Agency (UNRWA) has reported that over 12,000 Palestinian children are experiencing forced displacement in the occupied West Bank due to the ongoing Israeli assault on the northern governorates.

morningstaronline.co.uk (2026-01-05). Narcissism, nepotism and insatiable greed: Trump's horrific new world order Trump's Venezuela "coup" along with his fake peace deals, including the latest in the Congo, are motivated by personal gain and self-aggrandisement

Orinoco Tribune. (2026-01-07). President Maduro Addresses New York Court. popularresistance.org On Monday, Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro made his first public statements before a New York court following his abduction by US military special forces in an attack carried out on Venezuelan territory two days prior. President Maduro declared himself a "prisoner of war" and categorically rejected the charges against him, reaffirming his status as the legitimate president of Venezuela. | "I am the president of Venezuela, and I consider myself a prisoner of war. I was kidnapped in my home in Caracas," the Venezuelan president declared before the judge, describing the circumstances of his detention as a milita…

hindustantimes (2026-01-07). After UN warning, South Africa's Ramaphosa slams Trump's Venezuela attack, demands this for Maduro. hindustantimes.com South African President Cyril Ramaphosa condemned the United States' military operation in Venezuela, calling it a violation of international law and Venezuela's sovereignty. Speaking during a public address, Ramaphosa demanded the release of detained Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro and First Lady Cilia Flores, as global criticism mounts over Washington's actions and plans to oversee Venezuela's political and energy transition.

The Independent (2026-01-07). UGANDA: NAM condemns U.S. attack on Venezuela. independent.co.ug KAMPALA, UGANDA | Xinhua | The Non-Aligned Movement (NAM) has protested against the U.S. attack on Venezuela, saying it is a violation of the Charter of the United Nations and the norms of international law, according to a news release issued by the Ugandan government on Tuesday. The NAM, a 121-member organization, made the remarks …

Staff (2026-01-07). Delcy Rodríguez Responds to Trump's Threats: No External Agent Governs Venezuela. orinocotribune.com Venezuelan Acting President Delcy Rodríguez stated on Tuesday during a meeting of the Agro-Food, Communal, and Industrial Fishing Staff that "on a personal level, to those who threaten me, I say this: my destiny is decided only by god; that is my response." | "We are here governing alongside the people," stated Rodríguez. "The government of Venezuela rules in our country and no one else; there is no external agent that governs Venezuela. It is Venezuela, it is its constitutional government, and it is the consolidated popular power." | During the meeting, Rodríguez highlighted the strength of the economic indicato…

hindustantimes (2026-01-07). Trump reveals shocking secret behind Venezuela Op, claims Maduro mimicked his dance moves. hindustantimes.com U.S. President Donald Trump discussed the recent operation in Venezuela and the capture of Nicolás Maduro, where he also referenced video footage of Maduro dancing, using it to underscore his point while praising the success of the raid. Trump claimed Maduro mimicked his dance moves and then highlighted the effectiveness of the Venezuela operation, framing it as a significant achievement for U.S. foreign policy and national security. Watch here.

UMMID (2026-01-07). Outrage as US strikes Venezuela, takes President into custody. ummid.com The United States military early in the morning Saturday (January 03, 2026) conducted airstrikes on various locations in Venezuela and took into custody President Nicolas Maduro sparking a global outrage.

editor (2026-01-07). A global piracy for all to see. onlineopinion.com.au Trump's invasion of Venezuela to seize its oil under the pretense of combating drug trafficking is an act of piracy that shatters what's left of America's moral, legal, and ideological standing.

Matt Sledge (2026-01-07). Congrats to Donald Trump on Starting the Least Popular War in Recent Memory. theintercept.com In the days after George W. Bush's invasion of Iraq, the war was a hit with the American public. A Gallup poll conducted in March 2003 found Bush and his war were the beneficiaries of what political scientists call the "rally 'round the flag" effect — the historical tendency of Americans to back their leaders in times of conflict. | Donald Trump's presidency might mark the end of that dynamic. | In the aftermath of his attack…

tehrantimes (2026-01-07). Greenland today, Europe tomorrow: Mapping the rise of Trumpland. tehrantimes.com TEHRAN — President Donald Trump's imperial ambitions show no sign of slowing, fueled by hubris and the momentum of America's deadly military strikes in Venezuela — a campaign that culminated in the abduction of President Nicolás Maduro. Trump has now declared that Venezuela "will be turning over" up to 50 million barrels of oil — valued at roughly $2.8 billion — to the United States.

ecns.cn (2026-01-06). Chinese FM on Venezuela situation: China always opposes imposing one country's will on another. ecns.cn China always opposes the use or threat of force, as well as any imposition of one country's will on another, Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi said on Sunday when speaking of the situation in Venezuela.

ecns.cn (2026-01-07). UN members denounce U.S. attack. ecns.cn Sun Lei, the charge d'affaires of China's Permanent Mission to the United Nations, addresses the Security Council at UN headquarters, on Jan 5, 2026.Backers of the US military operation in Venezuela, including Argentina, framed the action as a law-enforcement, anti-narco-terrorism step and argued it could open a path to restoring democracy.

Sana Khan (2026-01-07). Trump Unveils Plan to Sell Venezuelan Oil Amid U.S. Coordination With Caracas. moderndiplomacy.eu President Donald Trump announced a plan on Tuesday to refine and sell 30—50 million barrels of Venezuelan crude oil that had been trapped in Venezuela under a U.S. blockade. The announcement comes days after U.S. forces captured Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro in a high-profile raid, which Maduro's government says left dozens of his security personnel …

corinna barnard (2026-01-07). White House Can't Make Venezuela Attack Legal. consortiumnews.com Marjorie Cohn rebuts the efforts by the Trump administration — including the president's claim that the U.S. owns Venezuela's oil — to justify its illegal aggression. By Marjorie Cohn Truthout The Trump administration's massive military attack on Venezuela, launched with 150…

aaron Pilkington, Fellow At the Center For Middle East Studies, University of Denver (2026-01-07). Today Venezuela, tomorrow Iran: can the Islamic Republic survive a second Trump presidency? | Aaron Pilkington

Staff (2026-01-07). Decretan en Venezuela siete días de duelo por asesinados en agresión imperial. cubadebate.cu La presidenta encargada de la República Bolivariana de Venezuela, Delcy Rodríguez, decretó siete días de duelo por los hombres y mujeres que fallecieron en la madrugada del 3 de enero, tras el ataque de Estados Unidos contra el país, que derivó en el secuestro del presidente Nicolás Maduro y la primera dama, Cilia Flores.

Staff (2026-01-07). Chapeando: La verdad secuestrada (+ Podcast). cubadebate.cu Hoy todo aparece mediado por las mentiras que se siguen diciendo desde el imperio, para justificar el violento secuestro del Presidente Nicolás Maduro y de su esposa Cilia Flores, aunque ya el mundo sabe, porque el propio Trump lo ha dicho, que todo se hizo, única y exclusivamente por el petróleo y otros recursos de Venezuela.

Manolo de Los Santos, People's Dispatch. (2026-01-07). Venezuela's Revolution Still Stands: Debunking Trump's Psyop. popularresistance.org The events of the past 72 hours represent a qualitative escalation in the 25 years of regime change operations by the US government against the Bolivarian Revolution in Venezuela. The United States' execution of "Operation Absolute Resolve", a targeted bombing raid and the illegal abduction of President Nicolás Maduro, has created a moment of profound crisis but also profound clarity. For revolutionary forces globally, a concrete analysis is required to cut through the disinformation, understand the objective balance of forces, and chart a path forward.

Staff (2026-01-07). Trump: bombardeo y secuestro. cubadebate.cu Donald Trump acaba de destruir lo poco que aún quedaba del tan mentado "orden mundial basado en reglas". El bombardeo de numerosas instalaciones militares (y sus inevitables daños colaterales en objetivos civiles) en Caracas y alrededores seguido por el secuestro -que no "extracción"- del presidente Nicolás Maduro Moros abre un nuevo capítulo en el sistema internacional en donde numerosos actores van a poder utilizar el precedente sentado por Trump en Venezuela para resolver a su favor conflictos de poder en las más diversas locaciones del planeta.

Staff (2026-01-07). Decretan en Venezuela siete días de duelo por asesinados en agresión imperial. cubadebate.cu La presidenta encargada de la República Bolivariana de Venezuela, Delcy Rodríguez, decretó siete días de duelo por los hombres y mujeres que fallecieron en la madrugada del 3 de enero, tras el ataque de Estados Unidos contra el país, que derivó en el secuestro del presidente Nicolás Maduro y la primera dama, Cilia Flores.

Ed Newman (2026-01-07). As long as imperialism exists, Cuba will have internationalists. radiohc.cu As long as imperialism exists, Cubans will fulfill their duty of internationalism, asserts Vidal Díaz García, one of the many residents of Matanzas province who condemn the imperialist attack of January 3rd in Venezuela. | The president of the Association of Combatants of the Cuban Revolution (ACRC) in the municipality of Ciénaga de Zapata recognizes the valor of the compatriots who were carrying out missions representing the Revolutionary Armed Forces and the Ministry of the Interior at the request of their counterparts in the South American country, and who lost their lives in combat against the attackers. | Am…

Gary Wilson, Struggle La Lucha. (2026-01-07). Who Is Nicolás Maduro And Why Washington Kidnapped Him. popularresistance.org On Jan. 3, 2026, the Trump administration carried out one of the most open acts of imperialist aggression in the recent history of Latin America. U.S. forces invaded Venezuela and kidnapped its democratically elected president, Nicolás Maduro, along with Cilia Flores. | This was not a covert operation or a proxy maneuver. It was a direct assault on Venezuelan sovereignty, carried out openly and justified after the fact through executive fiat and imperialist bravado. The target was not simply an individual president, but the right of an oppressed nation to determine its own political and economic path.

Gary Wilson, Struggle La Lucha. (2026-01-07). Who Is Nicolás Maduro And Why Washington Kidnapped Him. popularresistance.org On Jan. 3, 2026, the Trump administration carried out one of the most open acts of imperialist aggression in the recent history of Latin America. U.S. forces invaded Venezuela and kidnapped its democratically elected president, Nicolás Maduro, along with Cilia Flores. | This was not a covert operation or a proxy maneuver. It was a direct assault on Venezuelan sovereignty, carried out openly and justified after the fact through executive fiat and imperialist bravado. The target was not simply an individual president, but the right of an oppressed nation to determine its own political and economic path.

newleftreview (2026-01-07). Grey Anderson: Primacy's Calculus. newleftreview.org Grey Anderson on Edward Luce, Zbig. Biography of Brzezinski, updating the American strategist and Russia hawk for present needs.

UMMID (2026-01-07). In Pictures: Jupiter fades as first Supermoon of 2026 brightens sky. ummid.com Jupiter looks faded and dim as the first Supermoon of the Year 2026 brightens the clear sky Saturday January 03, 2026.

tehrantimes (2026-01-07). Iran petrochemicals exhibit opens in Kish with exports topping $10b. tehrantimes.com TEHRAN — Iran's third petrochemical industry exhibition opened on Kish Island on Tuesday, bringing together more than 200 domestic companies amid renewed focus on technology, investment and export growth in one of the country's main hard-currency earning sectors.

Editor (2026-01-07). We're Talking About AI All Wrong. Here's How We Can Fix The Narrative. menafn.com (MENAFN – The Conversation) Artificial Intelligence (AI) isn't just made up of data, chips and code it's also the product of the metaphors and narratives we use to talk about it. The way we …

ecns.cn (2026-01-06). Mainland vows lifetime accountability for alleged 'Taiwan independence' accomplice. ecns.cn A Chinese mainland spokesperson said Wednesday that Chen Shuyi, a prosecutor with Taiwan's High Prosecutors Office, has been listed as an accomplice and henchman of "Taiwan independence" forces and will be held legally accountable for life.

ecns.cn (2026-01-07). Hospital staff to be held accountable after newborn injured during umbilical cord procedure. ecns.cn All personnel responsible will be held accountable after a newborn was injured during an umbilical cord procedure at a hospital in Xuyi County in eastern China's Jiangsu province, local health authorities said Monday.

Gabisile (2026-01-07). Hlabisa reviews safety measures after 48 initiate deaths in 2025 season. sanews.gov.za Hlabisa reviews safety measures after 48 initiate deaths in 2025 season | The Minister of Cooperative Governance and Traditional Affairs (CoGTA), Velenkosini Hlabisa, convened a high-level meeting last night, to receive updates on the deaths of 48 initiates recorded during the 2025 summer initiation season nationwide. | The department stated that the Minister is reviewing the current provincial monitoring plans in the Eastern Cape and Free State, which have recorded the highest number of deaths. This review is expected to continue until the end of January 2026. | This meeting brought together Ministers, Deputy Mi…

en.mehrnews (2026-01-07). First supermoon of 2026 lights up sky. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Jan. 07 (MNA) — The first total lunar eclipse of the new Gregorian year occurred as a supermoon, illuminating the night sky.

hindustantimes (2026-01-07). Poland's Tusk backs Denmark on Greenland, warns NATO members not to threaten each other. hindustantimes.com Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk on Tuesday reaffirmed European solidarity with Denmark amid renewed remarks by U.S. President Donald Trump about taking control of Greenland. Speaking ahead of a Paris meeting of Ukraine's allies, Tusk warned that NATO members must not threaten one another and stressed the importance of respecting territorial integrity. While backing Denmark, he emphasised the need to preserve strong transatlantic ties that underpin NATO security. Tusk said the Paris talks aim to align European and U.S. positions on Ukraine as allies discuss security guarantees in the event of a ceasefire with Ru…

ecns.cn (2026-01-06). Insights | Sanae Takaichi's erroneous remarks a grave 'diplomatic failure': Japanese scholar. ecns.cn Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi's remarks on Taiwan violate both international protocol and diplomatic norms, said Atsushi Koketsu, professor emeritus at Yamaguchi University recently.

nosihle (2026-01-07). DFFE explains mass fish mortality. sanews.gov.za DFFE explains mass fish mortality | The Department of Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment (DFFE) has reiterated that while the mass fish mortality observed in the Hartenbos Estuary in Mossel Bay is not linked to the red tide, it is also not due to a sewerage spillage. ⚪ Through engagements with the Mossel Bay Municipality, it has been determined that this incident can be attributed to a combination of interacting factors, including, but not limited to: | • Elevated nutrient inputs from multiple sources, leading to eutrophication. | • Reduced freshwater inflow due to…

Editor (2026-01-07). Inflation Cooled More Than Expected In November. But Rate Cuts Remain Unlikely Anytime Soon. menafn.com (MENAFN – The Conversation) Annual inflation cooled in November.The latest Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS) consumer price index (CPI) report, released on Wednesday, shows inflation over the …

ecns.cn (2026-01-06). Shanghai supermarkets become must-visit stops for South Korean tourists. ecns.cn Supermarkets in Shanghai have become must-visit stops on the itineraries of South Korean tourists.

Agence France-Presse (2026-01-07). UN accuses Israel of West Bank 'apartheid', citing discrimination against Palestinians. scmp.com The United Nations on Wednesday said decades of discrimination and segregation of Palestinians by Israel in the West Bank were intensifying, and called on the country to end its "apartheid system". | In a new report, the UN rights office said the "systematic discrimination" against Palestinians across the occupied Palestinian territories had "drastically deteriorated" in recent years.

ecns.cn (2026-01-06). Subsidies aid cross-Strait integration. ecns.cn Taiwan-funded enterprises operating in Xiamen, Fujian province, that establish joint laboratories with local research institutes are eligible for subsidies of up to 10 million yuan ($1.43 million) to support innovation and high-quality development, local authorities said.

ecns.cn (2026-01-07). Humanoid robot works fully autonomously at a cinema. ecns.cn A fully autonomous humanoid robot developed by Chinese company DOBOT has begun operation at the K11 Art House cinema in Shenzhen City, Guangdong Province, according to Shenzhen News Sunday.

geo.tv (2026-01-07). Yemen separatist leader flees, avoids Riyadh talks to tackle southern crisis. geo.tv Aidarous Al-Zubaidi attends the 54th annual meeting of the World Economic Forum in Davos, Switzerland, January 17, 2024. — Reuters STC leader Zubaidi skips flight to Riyadh, flees unknown.Presidential council strips Zubaidi of membership over treason.STC and Yemen government feud…

WSWS (2026-01-07). 9 months since death of Michigan autoworker Ronald Adams. wsws.org Nine months after the preventable death of 63‚Äëyear‚Äëold machine repairman Ronald Adams Sr. , the silence from company, the United Auto Workers and state remains deafening.

ecns.cn (2026-01-06). Ningbo-Zhoushan Port handles 1.4-bln-metric tons of cargo in 2025. ecns.cn The Ningbo-Zhoushan Port in east China's Zhejiang Province saw 1.4 billion metric tons of cargo throughput in 2025, ranking first globally in terms of annual cargo throughput for the 17th consecutive year.

UMMID (2026-01-07). NEET UG 2026 Registration: NTA Issues Guidelines. ummid.com The National Testing Agency (NTA) has issued important guidelines for the candidates ahead of the National Eligibility-cum-Entrance Test (NEET UG 2026) online application and registration.

WHYY (2026-01-07). WHYY Newscast for Tuesday 7:00 p.m. whyy.org The latest local headlines from WHYY…

newarab (2026-01-07). Israeli forces wound 11 after opening fire at Birzeit University. newarab.com At least 11 people were wounded after Israeli troops opened fire on students at In an unprecedented assault, Israeli forces destroyed the university's main gate and stormed the campus, firing live ammunition, tear gas and stun grenades and triggering panic among students and staff. | The Palestinian Red Crescent Society said three were hospitalised with gunshot wounds to the legs. Five suff…

ecns.cn (2026-01-06). Chinese FM warns int'l community of Japan's accelerating remilitarization trend. ecns.cn The international community must stay on high alert about the dangerous trend of Japan "remilitarizing" itself faster, which is bound to undermine regional peace and stability, said Chinese Foreign Ministry Spokesperson Mao Ning at a regular press conference on Tuesday.

Paul Budde (2026-01-07). telco industry an essential service on weakening foundations. independentaustralia.net

hindustantimes (2026-01-07). Israel to redraw Horn of Africa? Israeli Foreign Minister visits Somaliland after controversial recognition. hindustantimes.com Israel has triggered a diplomatic storm by formally recognising Somaliland and sending its foreign minister to Hargeisa for a historic visit. The move, the first of its kind by any country, drew sharp condemnation from Somalia and rejection across Africa and the Islamic world. As embassy plans were announced and sovereignty disputes reignited, reactions poured in from regional powers and global players. Behind the symbolism lies a deeper geopolitical shift with implications for Africa, the Middle East and international recognition norms.

____ (2026-01-07). Western Europe Faces Travel Chaos as Storm Goretti Strikes. devdiscourse.com Western Europe prepared for significant travel disruptions on Wednesday due to Storm Goretti, the first major storm of the year, causing severe snow and ice conditions across the continent's Atlantic coast.

ecns.cn (2026-01-06). Direct China-Indonesia sea route for fruit exports opens with durian shipment. ecns.cn The first shipment of Indonesian frozen durians to China is received on Tuesday in Qinzhou, Guangxi Zhuang autonomous region.According to customs data, Qinzhou Port has seen an increase in fruit imports, with 29,000 tons of fruits and fruit products entering through the port in the first 11 months of 2025, reflecting a 3.7 percent year-on-year increase.

Editor (2026-01-07). As Australia Bakes Through An Extreme Heatwave, Even Insects Aren't Immune To Its Impact. menafn.com (MENAFN – The Conversation) Australia is baking through another extreme heatwave, with temperatures forecast to reach above 45 C for multiple days in a row across large swathes of the …

newarab (2026-01-07). Greenland: Here Comes Donnie! newarab.com The New Arab/Al-Araby Al-Jadeed Cartoon of the Day by Palestinian-Jordanian editorial cartoonist Emad Hajjaj.

en.mehrnews (2026-01-07). Netanyahu trying to block any US-Iran talks: Report. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Jan. 07 (MNA) — Netanyahu has reportedly sought throughout his recent visit to the United States to derail a proposal backed by Donald Trump's envoy aimed at reviving negotiations between Washington and Tehran.

Global Research News (2026-01-07). Selected Articles: President Trump Last Night on Air Force One: Cuba, Mexico, Colombia, Iran and Greenland. globalresearch.ca By According to a brief press conference on Air Force One from Florida to Washington, Sunday night, 4 January 2026, …

tehrantimes (2026-01-07). DOE approves seven community conserved areas. tehrantimes.com TEHRAN — In an effort to strengthen the participation of local communities in conserving nature, the Department of Environment (DOE) has approved seven natural areas to be protected by the public.

The Independent (2026-01-07). EuroGold opens Dubai offices to anchor global gold trading operations. independent.co.ug Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | EuroGold Refinery has officially opened its main offices in Dubai, a move the company says will strengthen its international operations and improve confidence among global investors and gold traders. The Dubai offices, located in Business Bay, mark a major milestone in EuroGold's expansion strategy as it seeks to position …

Reuters (2026-01-07). Warner Bros rejects Paramount's new US$108 billion bid, prefers Netflix deal. scmp.com Warner Bros Discovery's board has unanimously turned down Paramount Skydance's (PSKY) latest attempt to acquire the studio, saying its revised US$108.4 billion ‚Äåhostile bid amounted to a risky leveraged buyout that investors should reject. | In a letter to shareholders on Wednesday, Warner Bros' board said Paramount's offer hinges on "an extraordinary amount ‚of debt financing" that heightens the risk of closing. It reaffirmed its commitment to streaming giant Netflix's US$82.7 billion deal for…

ecns.cn (2026-01-06). Science fuels farm yields in Shaanxi. ecns.cn At the foot of the Qinling Mountains in western China, the future of farming is taking shape not in open fields but in quiet laboratories, where microscopic shoot tips and single cells are driving a shift toward science-powered agriculture.

en.mehrnews (2026-01-07). Chinese, ROK leaders hold talks on ties, int'l affairs. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Jan. 07 (MNA) — Chinese President Xi Jinping held talks with President of the Republic of Korea (ROK) Lee Jae Myung in Beijing on Monday.

ecns.cn (2026-01-06). China presents measures for protection of online consumers. ecns.cn China will bar online platforms from using big data to engage in discriminatory pricing against frequent customers, as officials presented new measures for the regulation of the platform economy on Wednesday.

tehrantimes (2026-01-07). Iran U23 show structure and discipline against Korea Republic. tehrantimes.com TEHRAN – Iran's U23 national team opened their AFC U23 Asian Cup campaign with a goalless draw against Korea Republic, a result that revealed more about the team's tactical identity and developmental direction than the scoreline itself.

Agence France-Presse (2026-01-07). Snow, ice paralyse Europe as brutal cold snap disrupts flights, rail services. scmp.com Snow, ice and high winds brought transport chaos to swathes of Europe for a third day on Wednesday, with hundreds of flights cancelled and passengers stranded. | Airports in Paris and Amsterdam were the worst affected, with the Dutch authorities saying more than 1,000 travellers had been forced to spend the night at Schiphol, one of Europe's busiest hubs. | Six people have died in weather-related accidents as the continent reels from the most bitter cold snap of the winter so far.

WSWS (2026-01-07). CDC slashes vaccine schedule: Trump-Kennedy atrocity against children's lives and health. wsws.org The January 5, 2026 decision to revise the US childhood vaccine schedule marks a turning point in the destruction of public health.

Sana Khan (2026-01-07). China's Top Diplomat Begins Strategic Africa Tour. moderndiplomacy.eu China's Foreign Minister Wang Yi began his annual New Year visit to Africa on Wednesday, continuing a tradition that underscores Beijing's long-term diplomatic focus on the continent. This year's tour will take Wang to Ethiopia, Somalia, Tanzania and Lesotho, with a particular emphasis on eastern and southern Africa. The trip comes as China, the world's …

The Independent (2026-01-07). Uganda Breweries Learning for Life program celebrates 140 new graduates. independent.co.ug Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | 140 young people have graduated from Uganda Breweries Limited (UBL)'s Learning for Life program. This program has trained and equipped participants with essential business and hospitality skills, enhancing their chances of gaining employment in the hospitality industry and improving their livelihoods. Uganda Breweries Society's 2030 sustainability action …

ecns.cn (2026-01-07). China curbs dual-use item exports to Japan. ecns.cn China announced on Tuesday an immediate ban on exporting dual-use items to Japan, in response to Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi's erroneous remarks hinting at the possibility of military intervention in the Taiwan Strait.

Editor (2026-01-07). Where Will The Next Megafire Break Out? Climate Change Is Making It Tougher To Predict. menafn.com (MENAFN – The Conversation) Much of south-eastern Australia is currently in the grip of a heatwave, which is expected to peak over the next two days. Heatwaves often trigger bushfires, particularly …

newleftreview (2026-01-07). Cédric Durand: Michel Aglietta. newleftreview.org A tribute to the founder of the Parisian Regulation School of heterodox economics, with its striking combination of elite statistical training, rich conceptualizations and long-range economic history. Michel Aglietta's singular trajectory traced from radicalization in Algeria and 1960s Marxism to studies of China and green modelling.

Sana Khan (2026-01-07). Taiwan Says China's War Games Aimed to Undermine Global Support. moderndiplomacy.eu Taiwan's National Security Bureau said on Wednesday that China's recent military exercises, dubbed "Justice Mission 2025," were designed to counter growing international support for the island and distract from Beijing's domestic economic and social problems. The drills involved dozens of rockets fired toward Taiwan, as well as the deployment of warships and aircraft around the …

geo.tv (2026-01-07). 'Sir, may I see you please': Trump recalls meeting with India's Modi. geo.tv US President Donald Trump welcomes Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi to the White House in Washington on June 27, 2017. — ReutersDonald Trump says Modi "not that happy" due to US tariffs on IndiaTariffs could rise if India doesn't curb Russian oil imports: US president.US

Nick Turse (2026-01-07). The U.S. Is Leaving Boat Strike Survivors to Drown. theintercept.com The United States left the survivors of a recent boat strike to die at sea, formally abandoning search efforts Friday. | Their presumed deaths are the result of attacks by U.S. forces on three boats in the Pacific Ocean on December 30. After striking one vessel and killing three civilians, crew members of the other boats, The unspecified number of survivors who leapt into t…

geo.tv (2026-01-07). Historic first: Two Pakistani Muslims elected mayor, deputy mayor in Cambridge, US. geo.tv Newly elected Cambridge mayor Sumbul Siddiqu and Councilor Burhan Azim seen in this collage. — ReporterCAMBRIDGE: Two Pakistani Muslims have been elected to top city positions in Cambridge, a city in the US state, Massachusetts.Sumbul Siddiqui, a lawyer…

UMMID (2026-01-07). Muslim Newsmakers of 2025. ummid.com Team ummid.com looks back at the year that was, and chronicled below some of the Muslim Newsmakers of 2025.

ecns.cn (2026-01-07). Musical theater market hits new heights. ecns.cn The Chinese musical theater market is experiencing an unprecedented surge, with genres blending, platforms evolving and fresh talent emerging at a dizzying pace. As the demand for diverse and dynamic musical experiences rises, a recent market report shows a growing appeal for homemade musicals among younger audiences.

ecns.cn (2026-01-06). UBS: With earnings growth supporting upside, Chinese assets not overheated. ecns.cn With valuations not yet entering overheated territory, solid earnings growth, and recovering global investor interest to support future market growth, China's equity markets still have room to run, according to a senior UBS executive.

editor (2026-01-07). Sorry, PM: full Bondi inquiry can be short, sharp. onlineopinion.com.au More than half of Australia's federal royal commissions have reported in under twelve months – many in just weeks.

hindustantimes (2026-01-07). Trump says he has 'very good relationship' with Modi but baffles audience over India tariffs. hindustantimes.com In a rambling boast about tariffs and trade, Donald Trump claimed that Prime Minister Narendra Modi had personally sought a meeting after India ordered 68 Apache helicopters, saying he had a "very good relationship" with Modi but that the Indian leader "was not happy" because New Delhi was now paying higher tariffs. Trump insisted those duties were making America "rich," recounting how officials supposedly "found" an extra $39 billion in revenue he said came from tariffs, and bragged that the U.S. was set to rake in $650 billion while tightening national security.

Juan Cole (2026-01-07). Ultra-Orthodox Jews in Israel Rally against Military Conscription, with one Killed after they attack Bus. juancole.com Ann Arbor (Informed Comment) — The Israeli newspaper

tehrantimes (2026-01-07). Road transit through Iran's land borders reaches 12.5m tons in 9 months. tehrantimes.com TEHRAN — Road transit of goods through Iran's land borders reached about 12.5 million tons in the first nine months of the current Iranian calendar year (March 21-Decemebr 21, 2025), reflecting continued growth in overland trade flows across the country, a senior transport official said.

Nirbhay Rana (2026-01-07). Why Shein doesn't have to be the model for the fashion industry. scmp.com In 2025, familiar fashion brands around the world shut stores, restructured operations or disappeared. Meanwhile, Shein, the fast-fashion platform long criticised for its environmental and labour footprint, remained highly profitable. | Last year, Shein told investors it was expecting a US$2 billion profit in 2025. At first glance, the conclusion appears straightforward: speed and scale are winning, while slower traditional fashion models are losing. However, this reading is dangerously…

tehrantimes (2026-01-07). Lebanon at the edge of an imposed escalation? tehrantimes.com BEIRUT—Amid escalating Israeli enemy rhetoric about widening the circle of confrontation and Washington's clear shift toward imposing faits accomplis under the logic of "the law of the jungle," Lebanon finds itself navigating an exceptionally sensitive political and security moment.

ecns.cn (2026-01-07). China achieves breakthrough in hydrogen sulfide treatment. ecns.cn Chinese researchers have achieved a breakthrough in hydrogen sulfide treatment.The complete removal of hydrogen sulfide and resource utilization has long posed a challenge for the chemical industry.

UMMID (2026-01-07). CUET UG 2026: Registration starts, Last date January 31. ummid.com The National Testing Agency (NTA) has started online registration for Common University Entrance Test UG 2026 (CUET UG 2026) through its official website cuet.nta.nic.in from Saturday January 03, 2026.

newarab (2026-01-07). Iran on the edge: How will the latest mass protests unfold. newarab.com In the final days of December, as a Unlike the "Woman, Life, Freedom" movement, which was ignited by the death of Mahsa 'Jina' Amini and fuelled by

newarab (2026-01-07). Israeli raids on West Bank continue, as tensions simmer in Yemen. newarab.com A The coalition said it had given Aidaros Alzubidi a 48-hour ultimatum to come to Riyadh for discussions, after his Southern Transitional Council (STC) grabbed swathes of territory last month. | But he failed to board the flight carrying his delegation, and the coalition struck his home province of al-Dhale after accusing…

WSWS (2026-01-07). New York City's emergency medical services begin new year in crisis. wsws.org Entering their fourth year without a contract, EMS workers are struggling to respond to increasing call volumes while staffing and real wages decline.

ecns.cn (2026-01-07). Comicomment: Save in name, slave in reality — Hegemony unmasked. ecns.cn Under the guise of "saving" others, the true face of hegemony is laid bare. The United States' military actions have drawn a steady stream of condemnation and serious concerns worldwide. Many countries have accused the U.S. of violating other nations' sovereignty and international law, calling it a blatant act of hegemonic aggression.

____ (2026-01-07). Iran Executes Alleged Israeli Spy Amid Rising Tensions. devdiscourse.com The Iranian government has executed a man identified as Ali Ardestani, accusing him of espionage for Israel's intelligence agency, Mossad. State media reported on the execution Wednesday, emphasizing Ardestani's alleged transfer of sensitive information to Mossad agents in exchange for financial incentives, including cryptocurrencies.

UMMID (2026-01-07). AISSEE 2026 Admit Card: Link, Steps to Download. ummid.com The National Testing Agency (NTA), on behalf of Sainik School Society, is releasing on its website 'exams.nta.nic.in' the Admit Card and Hall Ticket of the candidates who have registered for the All India Sainik School Entrance Exam 2026-27 (AISSEE 2026).

NEOB (2026-01-07). President Ramaphosa announces new head of the NPA. sanews.gov.za President Ramaphosa announces new head of the NPA | President Cyril Ramaphosa has appointed Special Investigating Unit (SIU) Head, Advocate Andy Mothibi, to serve as the next National Director of Public Prosecutions (NDPP) of the National Prosecuting Authority (NPA). ⚪ Mothibi will take up the position from February 2026. ⚪ "Advocate Mothibi…began his career as a Public Prosecutor in the Johannesburg and Soweto Magistrates and Regional Courts. He also served as a Magistrate in the Johannesburg and Soweto Magistrates Courts. ⚪ "Advocate Mothibi has previously served in various public and private sector roles…

newleftreview (2026-01-07). Cédric Durand: Michel Aglietta. newleftreview.org A tribute to the founder of the Parisian Regulation School of heterodox economics, with its striking combination of elite statistical training, rich conceptualizations and long-range economic history. Michel Aglietta's singular trajectory traced from radicalization in Algeria and 1960s Marxism to studies of China and green modelling.

tehrantimes (2026-01-07). Should Europe tremble as Trump keeps threatening to grab Greenland? tehrantimes.com TEHRAN – Donald Trump is causing fear among Europeans by repeatedly threatening that the U.S. is seeking to annex Greenland, a semi-autonomous region of fellow NATO member Denmark, by force if necessary.

tehrantimes (2026-01-07). Khaf emerges as destination for international visitors. tehrantimes.com TEHRAN — The city of Khaf in Iran's northeastern Khorasan Razavi province is drawing growing attention from international visitors, local tourism officials said.

newarab (2026-01-07). Yemenia Airways resumes flights between Socotra and Saudi Arabia. newarab.com Yemenia Airways on Wednesday resumed direct flights between In a statement on Tuesday, the national carrier said it would operate the first direct flight to Jeddah to evacuate foreign tourists from the island. | Hundreds of tourists have been stranded on Socotra for more than a week after flights w…

geo.tv (2026-01-07). Trump fears impeachment if Republicans lose midterms. geo.tv US President Donald Trump gestures as he addresses House Republicans at their annual issues conference retreat, at the Kennedy Center, renamed the Trump-Kennedy Center by the Trump-appointed board of directors, in Washington, D.C., US, January 6, 2026. — ReutersTrump urges…

tehrantimes (2026-01-07). NIDC completes drilling of 101 oil, gas wells since late Mar. 2025. tehrantimes.com TEHRAN —National Iranian Drilling Company (NIDC) has completed 101 oil and gas wells so far this year (started in late March 2025), with total drilling footage reaching 103,456 meters, the company's head said.

tehrantimes (2026-01-07). Sa'dabad Complex's historical documents rescanned and recatalogued. tehrantimes.com TEHRAN – Historical documents held at Tehran's Sa'dabad Cultural-Historical Complex have been recatalogued and rescanned in recent months following a years-long pause, a museum official said.

en.mehrnews (2026-01-07). Kerman: A museum illustrating various periods of Iran history. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Jan. 07 (MNA) — Being home to seven UNESCO World Heritage sites, eye-catching gardens, and ancient monuments, Kerman city can be considered a perfect museum illustrating various periods in Iranian history.

en.mehrnews (2026-01-07). No conditions currently in place for talks with US: Araghchi. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Jan. 07 (MNA) — Iranian Foreign Minister Seyed Abbas Araghchi ruled out the possibility of renewed Tehran-Washington talks in the current circumstances.

newarab (2026-01-07). Saudi says STC leader fled after failing to travel for talks. newarab.com

UMMID (2026-01-07). India, Bangladesh must rise above populism, hardline pressure. ummid.com Bangladesh and India must rise above populism and hardline pressures to rebuild trust.

UMMID (2026-01-07). In Pictures: Traditional Architecture in Makkah al Mukarramah. ummid.com Traditional Makkah architecture is marked by local materials, natural ventilation, and designs that ensure privacy.

Staff (2026-01-07). Iran hints at preemptive strike on Israel if it sees of. haaretz.com Iranian officials told the New York Times that the regime has fewer tools at their disposal to deal with the worsening economic situation, which is fueling the protests, or the threat of further conflict with Israel and the United States…

UMMID (2026-01-07). Why Al-Nassr vs Al-Ahli tonight is important for Ronaldo, The Big Yellow? ummid.com All set for Al-Nassr vs Al-Ahli Saudi SPL Group Match tonight (Friday January 02, 2026) at King Abdullah Sports City in Jeddah, and here is why the match is important for Cristiano Ronaldo and The Big Yellow.

UMMID (2026-01-07). Al-Hilal Replaces Ronlado's Al-Nassr as No 1 in SPL 25/26 Standings. ummid.com Cristiano Ronaldo-led Al Nassr has been replaced by Al Hilal as No 1 in the Saudi Pro League 2025-26 (SPL 25/26) latest standings released after the latter's convincing victory against Damac Sunday January 04, 2026.

JUDY (2026-01-07). Why the Solar Panel Is the 21st-Century Peace Sign. portside.org Why the Solar Panel Is the 21st-Century Peace Sign |

hindustantimes (2026-01-07). Jaishankar thanks Luxembourg deputy PM for role in deepening India-EU ties; 'Great value to Us…'. hindustantimes.com External Affairs Minister Dr. S. Jaishankar met Luxembourg's Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Xavier Bettel in Luxembourg, highlighting 78 years of India—Luxembourg relations. Jaishankar emphasized strong bilateral ties, Luxembourg's key role within the European Union, and future collaboration in fintech, space, AI, and the digital economy. The meeting also reflected India's broader push to deepen engagement with Europe amid evolving global challenges.

Sana Khan (2026-01-07). South Korea's Lee Asks Xi to Mediate North Korea Dialogue. moderndiplomacy.eu South Korean President Lee Jae Myung said on Wednesday that he had requested Chinese President Xi Jinping to play a mediating role in Seoul's efforts to engage North Korea. Speaking to South Korean media in Shanghai after their talks, Lee noted that Xi emphasized patience in dealing with the nuclear-armed North. The meeting marked their …

UMMID (2026-01-07). Know about Holy Quran Zohran Mamdani used for swearing-in as NYC Mayor. ummid.com In a historic first, Zohran Mamdani took oath as the New Mayor of The New York City using Quran — The Holy Book of Muslims.

ecns.cn (2026-01-06). Lithium-ion battery experiment conducted aboard Chinese space station. ecns.cn A novel experiment on the fundamental science of lithium-ion batteries has been carried out aboard China's Tiangong space station, according to the Dalian Institute of Chemical Physics of the Chinese Academy of Sciences on Wednesday.

newleftreview (2026-01-07). Pierre Vesperini: Government of the Past. newleftreview.org If the past is always that of a certain present, what are the conditions for avoiding the subordination of public history to self-interested origin stories, or the consignment of past infamies to oblivion? Who belongs in public memory, and who not? Reflections on the political use and abuse of popular historiography.

WSWS (2026-01-07). North Carolina educators in first fight of 2026 against austerity and war. wsws.org This is not just a local fight—it is the first battle of 2026 and part of a rising tide of opposition by the working class against the attack on the right to public education, growing austerity, the witch-hunting of immigrants, dictatorship and war.

newarab (2026-01-07). Saudi strikes hit Yemen as STC leader skips Riyadh talks. newarab.com A spokesperson for the Saudi-led coalition said Aidarous al-Zubaidi, head of the

newleftreview (2026-01-07). Julieta Caldas: Luxury without Grandeur. newleftreview.org The experience of the Frieze Art Fair in London, as sibling events sprout in New York, LA, Seoul, Abu Dhabi, under the ownership of an entertainment mogul. Commercial logics on display in a glaring, idea-less space, where artists function as generators of speculative capital.

en.mehrnews (2026-01-07). Iran to not let hostile rhetorics go unanswered. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Jan. 07 (MNA) — Iran's Army chief has stressed that Tehran views the escalation of hostile rhetoric against the Iranian nation as a threat and will not leave its continuation unanswered.

WSWS (2026-01-07). New Zealand Deputy PM visits Argentina's fascist President Milei. wsws.org Deputy Prime Minister Seymour's glorifying of Milei's shock therapy and police state regime must be taken as a sharp warning by the working class.

Deiaa Haj Yahia (2026-01-07). Triple homicide in Arab city in northern Israel: Three men shot dead. haaretz.com Police suspect the three men were shot dead amid a dispute between two local crime groups in northern Israel. Emergency services said the victims were around 50. Nine of the year's 10 homicide victims are Arab Israelis…

newarab (2026-01-07). Iran executes man on Israel spying charges: judiciary. newarab.com Iran on Wednesday hanged a man convicted of Ali Ardestani had been convicted of sharing information with Israel's spy agency The Islamic Republic has stepped up executions on these charg…

newarab (2026-01-07). Police chiefs defend Maccabi Tel Aviv ban before British MPs. newarab.com The MPs on the Home Affairs Committee questioned the basis for banning Israeli fans from attending the 6 November fixture, with committee chair Da…

ecns.cn (2026-01-06). Chinese researchers achieve milestone breakthrough in flexible solar cells. ecns.cn Chinese researchers have systematically resolved key challenges in efficiency and stability for flexible tandem solar cells, achieving a milestone breakthrough in silicon-based flexible photovoltaics, China Science Daily reported on Monday.

Editor (2026-01-07). What Is A Royal Commission? Could One Into The Bondi Attack Create Meaningful Change? menafn.com (MENAFN – The Conversation) Less than a month on, Australia is still grappling with the consequences of the Bondi attack, in which 16 people were killed (including one of the shooters) and 40 more …

Mark Beeson (2026-01-07). Australia's 'national interest' falters in the face of Trump's lawlessness. independentaustralia.net

____ (2026-01-07). Victory Rally: USA Secures Semi-final Spot in United Cup Tussle. devdiscourse.com The United States clinched a spot in the semi-finals of the United Cup mixed team tournament on Wednesday, overpowering Greece 2-1 in Perth. This crucial victory was spearheaded by Coco Gauff, who first defeated Maria Sakkari in singles, and then partnered with Christian Harrison to secure the deciding doubles match.

UMMID (2026-01-07). The Two Films Bollywood Must Watch. ummid.com Both films centre Muslim women not as symbols, metaphors or ideological statements, but as protagonists negotiating deeply contemporary realities.

tehrantimes (2026-01-07). Unlocking the Earth's Secrets: The Ultimate Beginner's Guide to Metal Detecting in 2026. tehrantimes.com Introduction: The Thrill of the Hunt Imagine walking across a field, the sun setting on the horizon, and suddenly, a sharp, clear tone rings out in your headphones. You dig carefully, and moments later, you are holding a piece of history in your hand—a silver coin from a century ago, a relic from a forgotten war, or perhaps a natural gold nugget.

NEOB (2026-01-07). 'No new breaches' on Eskom vending system. sanews.gov.za 'No new breaches' on Eskom vending system | Eskom has moved to assure South Africans that there are no new or emerging breaches to its Online Vending System (OVS). | In December 2024, the power utility disclosed, as part of its full-year 2024 financial results, a forensic report detailing the breach of its OVS which had led to the generation and distribution of fraudulent prepaid electricity tokens. | The power utility denied media reports that it "did not respond to a question regarding the OVS". | "As part of Eskom's turnaround strategy, we remain committed to being transparent with the South African public and…

WSWS (2026-01-07). Australia's rising Aboriginal deaths in custody: Law-and-order and the assault on the working class. wsws.org Australia has recorded the highest number of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander deaths in custody in more than four decades, alongside a rise in fatalities among non-Indigenous prisoners.

ecns.cn (2026-01-06). International mayors given a taste of Harbin. ecns.cn When mayors from around the world gathered in Harbin recently for the Global Mayors Dialogue, they didn't just talk urban governance — they also got their taste buds working.

Will Porter (2026-01-07). Danish PM Warns US Attack on Greenland Would Destroy NATO. news.antiwar.com Denmark's premier has warned that US military action against Greenland would unravel the NATO alliance and the entire international order, after President Donald Trump reiterated hopes to take over the country. Speaking to Danish broadcasters on Monday, Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen condemned "unacceptable pressure" by the Trump administration to acquire Greenland — an autonomous territory …

Sana Khan (2026-01-07). Ukraine's Post-War Reconstruction May Fuel Billion-Dollar European Deals. moderndiplomacy.eu While global attention remains fixed on the ongoing conflict between Russia and Ukraine, the potential post-war reconstruction of Ukraine is emerging as a major opportunity for investors. U.S. President Donald Trump has pushed for a rapid ceasefire, Russian President Vladimir Putin is seeking to turn a battlefield stalemate into leverage, and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy …

WSWS (2026-01-07). Trump and Miller's "iron law" of imperialist barbarism. wsws.org In asserting the "iron law" that might makes right, Trump is not inventing a new doctrine but stripping away the tattered remains of the democratic pretexts that once accompanied American aggression.

ptcnews.tv (2026-01-07). Canada's work permits set to expire in 2026: Millions to face legal status risk, Indians likely to be worst hit. ptcnews.tv PTC News Desk: Canada could witness a sharp rise in the undocumented immigrants as millions of work permits expire this year following significant changes to Canada's immigration rules under Mark Carn | Canada's work permits set to expire in 2026: Millions to face legal status risk, Indians likely to be worst hit…

ecns.cn (2026-01-06). Global mayors attend dialogue in NE China on developing ice, snow economy. ecns.cn The opening ceremony of the "Global Mayors Dialogue in Harbin" held in Harbin, northeast China's Heilongjiang Province, Jan. 6, 2026.

____ (2026-01-07). Tensions Soar: Yemen's Southern Separatists and Gulf Rift. devdiscourse.com Aidarous al-Zubaidi, the leader of Yemen's Southern Transitional Council, has ignited a political storm by failing to attend critical discussions in Riyadh, escalating tensions between Saudi Arabia and the UAE. The controversy emerged amid the ongoing conflict with the Iran-aligned Houthis in Yemen.

Julie Zhang (2026-01-07). Meow or never: China's pudgy pets spark race for weight-loss drugs. scmp.com Irina Zhou's five-year-old cat has gained about a kilogram every year for the past three years. She knows the extra weight puts her pet at risk of obesity-related diseases and could even shorten his life. | "My parents just can't bear to see the cat go hungry," the 29-year-old Zhou said. "If the weight starts to affect his health, I might consider trying weight-loss medicines for him."

UMMID (2026-01-07). Himachal student (19) dies after ragging, sex assault in Dharamshala Govt College. ummid.com In a horrifying incident, a 19-year-old student died due to repeated sexual attacks, harassment and torture at Government Degree College Dharamshala in Himachal Pradesh.

APR editor (2026-01-07). Malcolm Evans: What have we become that we accept such brigandry? asiapacificreport.nz COMMENTARY: By Malcolm Evans What have we become if to survive in our so-called "free world" we must turn a blind eye to cold-blooded genocide, must arm ourselves to oppose our major trading partner, must support a contrived war to defeat an adversary that no longer exists, (lest its new form otherwise achieves its potential)…

Human Rights Watch (2026-01-07). South Sudan: Abusive 'Anti-Gang' Crackdown. hrw.org Click to expand Image | Old photo from April 9, 2020, of security forces patrolling the streets of Juba, South Sudan. | © 2020 ALEX MCBRIDE/AFP via Getty Images | South Sudan's security forces, since late June 2025, have conducted sweeping arbitrary arrests of boys, young men, and women under the guise of a crackdown on criminals.Many were held for up to a week without charge and often released only after their families paid bribes. Young women were sexually assaulted, some young men and boys were forcibly conscripted, and some have not been seen since.The authorities should end arbitrary arrests and forc…

hindustantimes (2026-01-07). China fires at Japan PM Takaichi after banning dual-use exports; 'Retract erroneous remarks…'. hindustantimes.com China has defended its decision to ban exports of dual-use goods to Japan, saying the measures were taken in accordance with Chinese laws and regulations. The move comes amid an escalating dispute triggered by Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi's remarks on Taiwan, which Beijing called "erroneous." China said the restrictions target military users or activities that strengthen Japan's military capabilities, urging Tokyo to address what it described as the root cause of the tensions.

ecns.cn (2026-01-06). China's equity rally gains momentum. ecns.cn A phone showing daily returns on the Shanghai Composite Index, Hangzhou, Zhejiang Province, China, January 6, 2026.According to its Global Equity Strategyreport, Europe, China and Asia delivered almost twice the total returns of the US in dollar terms in 2025, highlighting a shift in global capital flows and investor interest."ÄÄ"ÄÄA view of Shanghai's Lujiazui financial district, China, October 25, 2025.

ecns.cn (2026-01-06). More than a business hub: check how global merchants thrive in Yiwu. ecns.cn In Yiwu, the "World Capital of Small Commodities," most foreign merchants shuttle day and night between the trading markets and are occupied with cross-border orders. Yet beyond the hustle, their lives are really enriched by diverse passions—some practice martial arts, while some are avid cyclists.

tehrantimes (2026-01-07). Iranians honor 58th anniversary of Takhti's death. tehrantimes.com TEHRAN – Iranians on Wednesday marked the 58th anniversary of the death of legendary wrestler Gholamreza Takhti, a national icon whose legacy extends far beyond sport.

tehrantimes (2026-01-07). Iran's main business chambers pledge full support for government in tackling economic challenges. tehrantimes.com TEHRAN — Iran's chambers of commerce, guilds and cooperatives said on Tuesday they are fully prepared to work alongside the government to help address the country's economic challenges in a sustainable manner, according to a joint statement issued after a high-level meeting.

WSWS (2026-01-07). Trump's January 6 coup: Answers from Socialism AI. wsws.org This is a report drawn up by Socialism AI on the background and course of the January 6, 2021 coup, which took place five years ago.

Ido Efrati (2026-01-07). Israeli State comptroller: Over half of hospital beds unprotected against missile attacks. haaretz.com Differentials in rates of protection are especially large in the country's periphery, even though hospitals there are closer to the border and provide the first line of care to security forces and civilians caught up in war…

Binoy Kampmark (2026-01-07). The US Justice Department, Fake Cartels, and Maduro. dissidentvoice.org The Trump administration is increasingly resembling a government previously abominated by the current US president as entangling, bumbling, and prone to fantasies. President George W. Bush was well versed in baseless existential threats stemming from Mesopotamia, supposedly directed by the Iraqi dictator Saddam Hussein. There was a critical problem in this assessment: in his dry …

ecns.cn (2026-01-06). Indonesia welcomes its first locally born giant panda cub. ecns.cn Indonesia announced the birth of a giant panda cub at TSI, marking a major milestone in the country's efforts to protect endangered species.

WSWS (2026-01-07). Trump freezes $10 billion in aid to working class families, as deportation raids expand. wsws.org The cuts hit Temporary Assistance for Needy Families and childcare funds that provide food, housing and basic income for low-income families across five states.

tehrantimes (2026-01-07). Yemen's crisis deepens amid UAE—Israel nexus. tehrantimes.com TEHRAN — The latest turmoil in Yemen underscores how regional rivalries and foreign entanglements continue to destabilize the country.

hindustantimes (2026-01-07). Trump confused on Greenland or fooling NATO? Rubio reveals 'cash plan' while POTUS Mulls Invasion. hindustantimes.com On January 5, U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio told lawmakers that President Donald Trump plans to buy Greenland, but the same day Trump reportedly ordered aides to draft updated military plans to "acquire" the territory. The White House later said a U.S. invasion had not been ruled out. The remarks sparked backlash from U.S. lawmakers and NATO allies, who stressed that Greenland belongs to its people. The autonomous Danish territory holds vast critical mineral reserves, adding to its strategic importance.

Sana Khan (2026-01-07). Japan Protests China's Ban on Dual-Use Exports. moderndiplomacy.eu Japan on Wednesday condemned China's decision to ban exports of dual-use items goods and technologies with both civilian and military applications to the country, calling the move "absolutely unacceptable and deeply regrettable." The ban comes after Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi warned late last year that a Chinese attack on democratically governed Taiwan could constitute …

Shelby Jouppi (2026-01-07). Texas clears the way for petrochemical expansion as experts warn of health risks. grist.org Let's establish some baselines. | Texas is responsible for more greenhouse-gas emissions than Saudi Arabia or the global maritime industry. Its oil, gas and petrochemical operations discharge tens of millions of pounds of toxic pollutants into the air each year, comprising almost one-fifth of such releases in the United States. It is the nation's top emitter of the carcinogens benzene, ethylene oxide and 1,3-butadiene. | It accounts for 75 percent of the petrochemicals made in the U.S. It is an engine of the world's plastics industry, whose products clog oceans and landfills and, upon breaking down, infuse hum…

NEOB (2026-01-07). Appointment of Adv Mothibi to NPA welcomed. sanews.gov.za Appointment of Adv Mothibi to NPA welcomed | The Portfolio Committee on Justice and Constitutional Development has welcomed the appointment of current Special Investigating Unit (SIU) head, Advocate Andy Mothibi, as the new National Director of Public Prosecutions (NDPP) of the National Prosecuting Authority (NPA). | Mothibi was announced as the new NDPP by President Cyril Ramaphosa on Tuesday and is expected to begin his tenure next month. | "The NDPP plays an essential role in ensuring that the prosecuting authority operates independently, without fear, favour or prejudice. | "We trust that the newly appointed…

UMMID (2026-01-07). Watch: Venus at Superior Conjunction with Sun Tonight. ummid.com The Planet Venus is at Superior Conjunction with the Sun tonight i.e. Tuesday January 06, 2026.

ecns.cn (2026-01-07). China to expand institutional opening-up of forex market in 2026. ecns.cn The State Administration of Foreign Exchange has announced that it will expand high-level institutional opening-up and deepen facilitation reforms in the foreign exchange sector this year, according to the administration's annual work conference on Monday and Tuesday.

Eli Gerzon (2026-01-07). Livestream: Q&A and the assassination of Abu Obeida. electronicintifada.net In a year-end special, co-hosts answer questions and speak to Ahmed Alnaouq and Abubaker Abed.

Human Rights Watch (2026-01-07). Egypt: Declining Funding Undermines Education, Health Care. hrw.org Click to expand Image | Students on the first day of a new academic year at a public school in Cairo, Egypt, September 21, 2025. | © 2025 Ahmed Gomaa/Xinhua via Getty Images | (Beirut) — The Egyptian government has severely undermined the rights to education and health care by failing to allocate sufficient spending, falling short of constitutional obligations and international benchmarks, Human Rights Watch said today. It is failing to ensure free primary education for every child and quality health care accessible to all. Inadequate funding has contributed to severe shortages and high costs. Egypt…

geo.tv (2026-01-07). US backs security guarantees for Ukraine at summit of Kyiv's allies in Paris. geo.tv France's President Emmanuel Macron, Britain's Prime Minister Keir Starmer, US Special Envoy Steve Witkoff and US businessman Jared Kushner deliver a press conference upon the signing of the declaration on deploying post-ceasefire force in Ukraine during the Coalition of the Willing summit…

UMMID (2026-01-07). Jamia Nursery Admission 2026-27: Steps, Link to Apply. ummid.com Jamia Millia Islamia (JMI) is starting the admission process in all schools (Nursery, Prep and Class 1) under its management for the academic year 2026-27 from Tuesday January 07, 2026.

en.mehrnews (2026-01-07). Front pages of Iran's English dailies on January 7. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Jan. 07 (MNA) — Here are the front pages of Iran's English language dailies on Wednesday, January 07.

tehrantimes (2026-01-07). Hakim: Iraq's sovereignty hinges on airspace control. tehrantimes.com Ammar al-Hakim, leader of Iraq's National Wisdom Movement, has stressed that true sovereignty cannot be achieved without full control over the country's airspace. Speaking at a ceremony marking the anniversary of the founding of the Iraqi Army, Hakim reflected on the institution's history and its revival after 2003 in the face of terrorism and severe challenges.

tehrantimes (2026-01-07). Workshop held to enhance national capacity for drug use disorder treatment. tehrantimes.com TEHRAN — The United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC), in close collaboration with the Iranian Drug Control Headquarters (DCHQ) and the Ministry of Health and Medical Education (MoHME), has held a training workshop aimed at enhancing the competencies of drug use disorder treatment professionals through the systematic application of the UNODC TreatNet Training Package.

UMMID (2026-01-07). Al Ahli ends Al-Nassr's unbeaten run at Saudi Pro League 25/26. ummid.com In a tight match Friday night (January 02, 2026) 2015-16 SPL Champion, Al Ahli, defeated Al Nassr, ending the Cristiano Ronaldo-led Saudi football club's unbeaten run this season.

The New Arab (2026-01-07). How and why are protests spreading in Iran? globalvoices.org

Guest Blogger (2026-01-07). Fossil Fuels Are Not Going Away: Why the Boulder Climate Case Is So Dangerous and SCOTUS Must Step In. wattsupwiththat.com Climate litigation like Boulder is the exact opposite of making progress and the ultimate shoot yourself in the foot energy-climate thinking that Americans rejected when all seven battleground states voted for President Trump for a second time in November 2024.

hindustantimes (2026-01-07). Trump's bizarre claim about Macron and drug prices; 'Whatever you want, Donald…'. hindustantimes.com During a GOP event in Washington, Donald Trump recounted a dramatic story in which he claimed French President Emmanuel Macron initially refused to raise prescription drug prices, only to cave when Trump threatened a 25% tariff on French exports, including wine and champagne. Trump said Macron told him he'd "love" to hike prices by "200% or whatever" as long as Trump did not "tell the population," adding that "every country said the same thing."

newleftreview (2026-01-07). Nic Johnson: What The Thunder Said. newleftreview.org Nic Johnson on Melinda Cooper, Counterrevolution. Neoliberalism as programme to head off the radical potential of the Keynesian state.

geo.tv (2026-01-07). Trump considers Greenland acquisition with military option: White House. geo.tv US President Donald Trump speaks as he signs documents in the Oval Office at the White House in Washington, US, February 4, 2025. — ReutersWASHINGTON: The White House said on Tuesday that President Donald Trump is discussing options for acquiring Greenland, including potential use…

Nir Hasson (2026-01-07). Police probe bus driver after fatal protest ramming, retracting murder accusation. haaretz.com An initial police probe found that the driver, an East Jerusalem resident, was attacked by protesters before running over and killing a Haredi teen. Likud MKs labeled the incident a murder, with one calling it 'a clear terror attack'…

hindustantimes (2026-01-07). Not Taiwan, now Takaichi & Xi fire barbs over military items as China hits Japan hard with this move. hindustantimes.com Japan has strongly criticized China's decision to ban exports of dual-use items to Tokyo, calling the move "absolutely unacceptable and deeply regrettable." Chief Cabinet Secretary Minoru Kihara said Japan has lodged a formal protest, demanding the withdrawal of the measures. The export curbs follow remarks by Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi on Taiwan, further straining already tense Japan—China relations. Tokyo says it is assessing the impact of the restrictions, which cover goods and technologies with both civilian and military applications, including rare earth elements vital for chips and drones.

UMMID (2026-01-07). India's Beef Debate is Not About Faith. ummid.com India's beef debate is about power, not faith — who eats well, who goes hungry, who trades, who profits, and who is punished.

Gabisile (2026-01-07). Call for communities not to shelter illegal foreign nationals. sanews.gov.za Call for communities not to shelter illegal foreign nationals | Deputy Minister of Police, Cassel Mathale, has advised community members against harbouring illegal foreign nationals. | Speaking at the Inter-Ministerial Crime Prevention Community Engagement held at the Mmabatho Civic Centre in Mahikeng, North West, on Tuesday, the Deputy Minister reminded the community that it is illegal to shelter undocumented foreign nationals. | He emphasised that if illegal immigrants commit crimes, it becomes difficult to trace, apprehend, and bring them to justice. | "Anyone accommodating undocumented foreign nationals mus…

newarab (2026-01-07). Iran is building 600km security wall 'inside' Iraqi territories. newarab.com

tehrantimes (2026-01-07). Health ministry, UNICEF join hands to activate Child Protection Committees in hospitals. tehrantimes.com TEHRAN — To ensure that medical settings serve as a strong shield for children at risk, the United Nations Children's Fund, in cooperation with the Ministry of Health and Medical Education, has organized an event to strengthen integrated child protection services as the first step toward activating Child Protection Committees within hospitals.

ecns.cn (2026-01-06). Comicomment: Save or Slave? Hegemony at play. ecns.cn Cloaked in the rhetoric of "rescue" and "responsibility," the use of force reflects a familiar pattern of dominance.

tehrantimes (2026-01-07). Rainfall rises since mid-Sept. compared to long-term average. tehrantimes.com TEHRAN — Since the beginning of the current water year (September 23, 2025), until January 5, the country has received an average rainfall of 76.2 mm, which is 6.6 percent higher than the 71.4 mm recorded in the long term, according to the Meteorological Organization.

Omer Benjakob (2026-01-07). From Macron to Sam Altman: An Iranian hack opened an Israeli intelligence gold mine. haaretz.com An Iranian-backed hack-and-leak operation that compromised the phones of figures including former Prime Minister Naftali Bennett and Prime Minister Netanyahu's chief of staff allowed hackers to extract contact lists containing Israeli security officials and world leaders, raising fears of surveillance and intelligence mapping…

ecns.cn (2026-01-07). China, Ireland pledge to deepen ties. ecns.cn Premier Li Qiang said on Tuesday that China stands ready to work with Ireland to advance high-quality pragmatic cooperation, consolidate political mutual trust, accommodate each other's major interests and core concerns, and elevate bilateral relations to a new level.

eng.belta.by (2026-01-07). Lukashenko: Christmas traditions are a key part of national heritage. eng.belta.by "Christmas traditions, which carry moral ideals, constitute an integral part of our rich cultural and spiritual heritage, strengthen the bond between generations, and help build Belarus' future on the principles of peace and harmony," the message of greetings reads.

WSWS (2026-01-07). How the Stalinist SDAJ sabotages the school strike against the reintroduction of conscription in Germany. wsws.org The struggle against conscription can only be successful if it is directed against militarism as a whole and expands into a broad movement of the entire working class.

Editor (2026-01-07). Ukraine's European, US Allies Meet In Paris On Security Guarantees. menafn.com (MENAFN – Gulf Times) Key European allies of Ukraine and top US envoys met in Paris Tuesday and were expected to announce Washington would lead ceasefire monitoring if a peace deal is reached to end …

____ (2026-01-07). Investment Scam in Maharashtra: Man Arrested for Rs 2.39 Crore Fraud. devdiscourse.com A 36-year-old man from Maharashtra's Palghar district has been arrested for allegedly defrauding 14 investors of Rs 2.39 crore, promising them high returns through his company.

tehrantimes (2026-01-07). Iran to participate in FITUR, EMITT 2026. tehrantimes.com TEHRAN ⚪ Iran is to participate in FITUR (the International Tourism Trade Fair) in Spain and EMITT 2026 in Turkey during current year.

UMMID (2026-01-07). Maharashtra Corporation Polls 2026: Over 70 elected unopposed. ummid.com Over 70 candidates of different political parties have been elected unopposed in the 29 Municipal Corporations of Maharashtra where polling is scheduled to be held on January 15, 2026.

hindustantimes (2026-01-07). Iran's top judge hints at Israel-US conspiracy behind raging protests; 'Operating with enemies of…'. hindustantimes.com Iran's Chief Justice Gholam Hossein Mohseni Ejei has issued a stern warning amid nationwide protests triggered by a sharp fall in the Iranian currency and soaring inflation. With demonstrations spreading across Tehran and other cities, authorities say there will be no leniency for those involved in riots or support activities. The unrest, which has left at least 27 people dead according to rights groups, has drawn international attention after U.S. President Donald Trump and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu voiced support for Iranian protesters, escalating regional and diplomatic tensions.

Valeriy Krylko (2026-01-07). Israel's Unpredictable Attacks are Causing Increasing Division in the Arab World. covertactionmagazine.com Israel's recent strikes on Qatar and Yemen have once again demonstrated both the lawlessness of the Jewish state's leadership and the deep divisions within the Arab world. The latter, in many ways, is responsible for the former. With regard to Israel, everything is crystal clear. Israelis have long since ceased to observe any diplomatic conventions …

UMMID (2026-01-07). Flint paper batteries enter production mode. ummid.com Flint, a Singapore-based deep tech company, Friday January 02, 2026 announced that its paper battery technology has entered production.

newarab (2026-01-07). Why was convicted racist Brigitte Bardot mourned as a Marianne. newarab.com When French cultural icon Brigitte Bardot died at the age of 91 in December 2025,

tehrantimes (2026-01-07). Commodities worth $285m exported from Sistan-Baluchestan in 9 months. tehrantimes.com TEHRAN- Non-oil products valued at $285 million were exported from Sistan-Baluchestan province, in southeast Iran, during the first nine months of the current Iranian calendar year (March 21-Decemebr 21, 2025), a provincial official announced.

____ (2026-01-07). Judicial Drama: High Stakes Inquiry into Justice Varma's Corruption Allegations. devdiscourse.com Justice Yashwant Varma of the Allahabad High Court has raised objections in the Supreme Court against the establishment of an inquiry committee by the Lok Sabha Speaker, probing allegations of corruption against him. The crux of the issue lies in whether such a committee can be constituted unilaterally when motions for impeachment were initiated in both Houses of Parliament on the same day, but recognized in only one.

Howard Altman (2026-01-07). U.S. Forces Seize Fleeing Russian-Flagged Oil Tanker In North Atlantic (Updated). twz.com

UMMID (2026-01-07). 10 things in 2025 that moved us closer to a better world. ummid.com I hope you can look back on 2025 as the year movements for peace and justice freed political prisoners, slowed the war machine, and helped turn the public against endless wars.

newleftreview (2026-01-07). Kevin Cox: South Africa In History's Shadow. newleftreview.org Why is South Africa seemingly still mired in the income and spatial segregation patterns of the apartheid era? Standard explanations focus on the ANC, either as too neoliberal or too statist. Kevin Cox looks instead at the making of classes—and expropriation of African farmers—in conditions of globalization's labour shock.

ecns.cn (2026-01-06). 450-ton freight train brings Gansu seeds to Europe. ecns.cn A new freight route linking northwestern China with Europe began operations with a train carrying hundreds of tons of agricultural seeds departing from Gansu province, underscoring the region's growing role in global farm supply chains.

____ (2026-01-07). Space Gen – Chandrayaan: The Untold Story of India's Lunar Mission. devdiscourse.com Space Gen — Chandrayaan, a much-anticipated series, is set to premiere on JioHotstar on January 23. Featuring stars like Nakuul Mehta and Shriya Saran, the series unveils the riveting story behind India's Chandrayaan-2 mission.

tehrantimes (2026-01-07). Syrians gambling with Israel. tehrantimes.com TEHRAN — Why are some Syrians betting on the Israeli regime and its risks for Syria's unity?

____ (2026-01-07). China's Foreign Exchange Reserves See Modest Rise in December. devdiscourse.com China's foreign exchange reserves witnessed a modest increase in December, as the weakening of the dollar continued to influence global currency markets. According to official data released on Wednesday, reserves rose by $11.5 billion, totaling $3.358 trillion, slightly below the anticipated $3.36 trillion projected by a Reuters poll.

NEO (2026-01-07). Over 4000 Grade 1 and 8 learners still to be placed in Gauteng. sanews.gov.za Over 4000 Grade 1 and 8 learners still to be placed in Gauteng | Gauteng Education MEC, Matome Chiloane, has announced that only 4 858 learners remain unplaced as part of the 2026 Online Admissions process for Grade 1 and Grade 8 learners. ⚪ As of Tuesday, 6 January 2026, the Gauteng Department of Education's Online Admissions system recorded a total of 4 858 unplaced learners, translating to: 1381 Grade 1 learners and 3 477 Grade 8 learners. ⚪ "This represents approximately 1.5% of the total 358 574 complete applications received for the 2026 academic year, comprising 175 792 Grade 1 and 182 782 Grade 8 ap…

nosihle (2026-01-07). BMA intercepts cigarette smuggling operation. sanews.gov.za BMA intercepts cigarette smuggling operation | The Commissioner of the Border Management Authority (BMA), Dr Michael Masiapato, has commended the successful interception of a cigarette smuggling operation at the Beitbridge Port of Entry through the use of advanced drone surveillance technology. ⚪ "This interception demonstrates that the BMA is adapting to increasingly sophisticated criminal methods by leveraging modern surveillance technologies. Despite limited resources, our officers remain resolute and proactive in protecting the country's borders," the Commissioner said on Tuesday. ⚪ As part of the BMA's int…

____ (2026-01-07). Tragic Loss: Esteemed Photojournalist K Gopakumar Dies in Bus Accident. devdiscourse.com A tragically fatal accident occurred on Wednesday when a speeding government bus collided with a motorcycle near Karakkamandapam. The collision claimed the life of K Gopakumar, a senior photojournalist and chief photographer at Malayalam daily 'Chandrika'.

newleftreview (2026-01-07). Ryan Ruby: Wikipedia and the Novel. newleftreview.org Derogatory references to wiki-novels abound in contemporary literary criticism, as authors parade their characters' pseudo-erudition. But might these be signs of an iPhone era 'regime of perception'? Dazzling reconsideration of the relation between the novel and the encyclopaedia, from Sterne and Melville to Rachel Kushner and Sally Rooney.

newarab (2026-01-07). Iran's top judge warns protesters of 'no leniency'. newarab.com Iran's top judge warned protesters on Wednesday there would be "no leniency for those who help the enemy against the Islamic Republic", while accusing Israel and the US of pursuing Tehran is under

Connor Echols (2026-01-07). Is Somaliland recognition worth Israel's new Red Sea outpost? responsiblestatecraft.org Israeli Foreign Minister Gideon Saar

en.mehrnews (2026-01-07). Iran's intelligence upper hand in shadow war with Israel. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Jan. 07 (MNA) — From online recruitment to sleeper cells, Iran has repeatedly exposed Mossad's covert operations.

Editor (2026-01-07). Zelensky Ranks Among Top Three Most Popular Foreign Politicians In Poland. menafn.com (MENAFN – UkrinForm) This is according to a survey conducted by the Public Opinion Research Center (CBOS), Ukrinform reports, citing Onet. | Respondents named U.S. President Donald Trump as the …

____ (2026-01-07). Housing Market Balances Demand Amidst Rising Prices in Major Indian Cities. devdiscourse.com Housing sales in India experienced a slight decline of 1% in 2025, translating to over 3.48 lakh units sold across eight major cities, according to real estate consultant Knight Frank. This stagnation comes amidst an average price hike of up to 19%, putting pressure on the primary residential market.

Editor (2026-01-07). Behind the DOJ's Politicized Indictment of Maduro: A CIA-Created 'Network' and Coerced Star Witness. scheerpost.com Nicolas Maduro. Duma.gov.ru, CC BY 4.0 In one of the scariest moments in modern history, we're doing our best at ScheerPost to pierce the fog of lies that conceal it but we need some help to pay our writers and staff. Please consider a By Max Blumenthal / The Jan…

Bill Lueders (2026-01-07). The Case of Free Speech v. Trump. progressive.org The courts, American institutions, and the public can still reject the lawlessness of the Trump Administration.

Karen J. Greenberg (2026-01-07). Trump's War on Women: Bodies, Roles, and Futures at Risk. juancole.com (

newarab (2026-01-07). United Nations accuse Israel of West Bank 'apartheid'. newarab.com The In a new report, slammed by

Editor (2026-01-07). Who's Going To The Ballot Box This Year? Here's The Election State Of Play. menafn.com (MENAFN – The Conversation) This article covers the March South Australian state election and November Victorian state election. The United States will hold midterm elections in November, giving …

UMMID (2026-01-07). Genesis Behind the American Onslaught on Latin America. ummid.com In essence it is not a strategic or geopolitics blitzkrieg, which Doanld Trump has launched against the Latin American countries but this bombastic show is essentially for the control of the global rare earth minerals.

The Independent (2026-01-07). Stanbic Bank Uganda's Agutamba in Africa's Top 100 Corporate Communication Leaders. independent.co.ug Kampala , Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Africa PR Week, the continent's leading platform for public relations and strategic communications professionals, has named Stanbic Bank Uganda's Kenneth Agutamba among the Top 100 Corporate Communication Leaders in Africa. The recognition, announced during Africa PR Week in Nairobi, places Agutamba among a select group of practitioners …

Hiba Malik (2026-01-07). Asia's AI Ambitions: Progress Without Control. moderndiplomacy.eu Across Asia, governments are pouring billions into artificial intelligence, viewing technological advancement as a path to strategic autonomy and economic resilience. Yet, with massive AI and chip investments, Asia is becoming less, not more, secure in the technology politics. Despite colossal investments by Asia, the most critical control points in the AI ecosystem remain concentrated …

Philip A. Farruggio (2026-01-07). The Anger that Masks the Sadness. dissidentvoice.org We have always lived in a society that hinders mental health care instead of enabling it. Now, this writer is surely not a psychiatrist, but I did spend a night in a Holiday Inn Express. My experiences as a patient of Freudian psychoanalysis 40 years ago taught me, among many things, that 'The child is …

en.mehrnews (2026-01-07). Iran executes Mossad agent Ali Ardestani. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Jan. 07 (MNA) — Iran carried out the execution of Ali Ardastani, convicted of espionage in favor of Israel's spy agency Mossad, after his death sentence was upheld by the Supreme Court and completed through the full legal process.

Sana Khan (2026-01-07). Trump Freezes $10B in Family Aid to Five States. moderndiplomacy.eu The Trump administration is freezing more than $10 billion in federal funds for childcare and family assistance programs in California, Colorado, Illinois, Minnesota, and New York. The Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) cited concerns about fraud and misuse as the reason for the action. The freeze affects three major programs: Access to the …

en.mehrnews (2026-01-07). Iran's Araghchi sends letter to Kuwait's foreign minister. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Jan. 07 (MNA) — Iran's ambassador to Kuwait delivered a written message from Foreign Minister Seyed Abbas Araghchi to his Kuwaiti counterpart during a diplomatic meeting in Kuwait.

newleftreview (2026-01-07). Anders Stephanson & George Kennan: Stephanson—Kennan Correspondence. newleftreview.org An inter-generational exchange between one of the Cold War's originating thinkers and a young Marxist scholar studying his work. Problems of American foreign policy, definitions of the national interest, the Soviet Union and the containment doctrine and the independent development of political discourse among the subjects under consideration.

ecns.cn (2026-01-06). China prohibits export of dual-use goods to Japanese military over Taiwan remarks. ecns.cn China has decided to ban the export of all dual-use items to Japan's military and to other end users or purposes that would enhance Japan's military capabilities, according to an announcement released Tuesday by the Ministry of Commerce.

WSWS (2026-01-07). Australian pseudo-left covers for Labor's assault on democratic rights after Bondi attack. wsws.org Under conditions of a sharp shift in the political situation, the pseudo-left are trying to subordinate anger and opposition to the Labor Party and the fraud that endless protests will shift the establishment to the left.

ecns.cn (2026-01-06). Chinese researchers achieve storm forecasting 4 hours in advance. ecns.cn Chinese researchers recently presented a storm nowcasting system based on satellite data and AI techniques, achieving effective convection nowcasting up to four hours in advance.

WSWS (2026-01-07). Zelensky names military spy chief to lead Office of President. wsws.org Budanov was trained by the CIA, maintains ties to the Trump administration and is known for his particular close ties to Ukrainian neo-fascists.

Abby Zimet (2026-01-07). Gobsmacking Fabulists 'R Us. commondreams.org

hindustantimes (2026-01-07). Kadyrov readies succession plan amid health concerns? 20-year-old son named Chechnya's deputy PM. hindustantimes.com Chechen leader Ramzan Kadyrov has promoted his 20-year-old son, Akhmat Kadyrov, to the role of acting deputy prime minister, tightening the family's grip on power in Chechnya and reigniting speculation over Kadyrov's health. Announced as "minor personnel changes," the move places Akhmat—already serving as sports minister—at the heart of the regional government. The reshuffle comes amid renewed reports and media scrutiny over Kadyrov's physical condition, which he has repeatedly denied, even as recent appearances and reports from independent outlets have fueled fresh questions about succession, dynasti…

newarab (2026-01-07). The Sailor's Secret: Faith, greed, and the long shadow of empire. newarab.com In his newly translated novel, Written with lyrical precision, Younis weaves England's urban life and the maritime legends of a coastal Omani town, following a wealthy British couple, Sophia and David, as they uncover a cascade of secrets in a mysterious tale of ancient subterfuge and tragedy on the Arabia…

geo.tv (2026-01-07). Curfew imposed in Nepal's Birgunj as protests erupt over mosque vandalism. geo.tv Protests erupt in Nepal's Birgunj city bordering India following vandalism of mosque. — The Kathmandu PostProtests erupt over desecration of mosque by Hindu extremists.Police arrest several protesters after clashes in Birgunj. Security forces ordered to open fire against…

tehrantimes (2026-01-07). Korea Republic, Iran settle for draw in AFC U23 Asian Cup 2026. tehrantimes.com TEHRAN – Korea Republic and Iran settled for a goalless draw in their AFC U23 Asian Cup Saudi Arabia 2026 opening Group C match on Wednesday.

ecns.cn (2026-01-06). Ex-Gansu vice-governor convicted of bribery, insider trading. ecns.cn Zhao Jinyun, former vice-governor of Gansu province, was sentenced to 15 years in prison for bribery and insider trading, a court in Tianjin announced on Tuesday.

devon Akmon, Director of the Msu Museum, Colab Studio, Michigan State University (2026-01-07). How museums can help rebuild trust in a divided America. | Devon Akmon

_____ (2026-01-07). 2 Peruvian journalists targeted by gunfire within a week. CPJ Staff

A A (2026-01-07). Through weakness, Britain and Europe have made themselves flag bearers for illegal U.S. action in other countries. strategic-culture.su

_____ (2026-01-07). CPJ, partners call for probe into attacks on Bangladesh news outlets. CPJ Staff

yifang Zhu, Professor of Environmental Health Sciences, University of California, Los Angeles (2026-01-07). LA fires 1 year later: Chemicals from smoke lingered inside homes long after the wildfires were out — studies tracked the harm. | Yifang Zhu

jennifer Morgan, Senior Fellow, Center For International Environment, Resource Policy, Climate Policy Lab, Tufts University (2026-01-07). The battle over a global energy transition is on between petro-states and electro-states — here's what to watch for in 2026. | Jennifer Morgan

_____ (2026-01-07). BॠYin Râ: "The Specter of Freedom." Part V. montanarcc.substack.com

maōgorzata K. Citko-duplantis, Assistant Professor in Japanese Literature, Culture, University of Tennessee (2026-01-07). How tourism, a booming wellness culture and social media are transforming the age-old Japanese tea ceremony. | Małgorzata (Gosia) K. Citko-DuPlantis

james Salzman, Professor of Environmental Law, Bren School of Environmental Science & Management, University of California, Santa Barbara; University of California, Los Angeles (2026-01-07). The US used to be really dirty — environmental cleanup laws have made a huge difference. | James Salzman

brandon Rottinghaus, Professor of Political Science, University of Houston (2026-01-07). Voters shrug off scandals, paying a price in lost trust. | Brandon Rottinghaus

_____ (2026-01-07). CPJ calls on FCC commission to recommit to independence. CPJ Staff

_____ (2026-01-07). Journalist John Kabamba missing after interviewing rebel in eastern DRC. instagram.com

ecns.cn (2026-01-07). Oxford scholar: China's AI achievements are exciting, the West should avoid "decoupling" from China. ecns.cn

jenn Finders, Assistant Professor of Human Development, Family Studies, Colorado State University (2026-01-07). Colorado faces a funding crisis for child care ‚àí local communities hope to fill the gaps. | Jenn Finders

kymberlee Montgomery, Senior Associate Dean of Nursing, Drexel University (2026-01-07). New federal loan limits will worsen America's nursing shortage and leave patients waiting longer for care. | Kymberlee Montgomery

Mnar Muhawesh (2026-01-07). Maduro on Trial Trump's 'Donroe Doctrine'. thealtworld.com

Ibrahim Al-Marashi (2026-01-07). With Maduro Abduction, the US Addiction to Regime Change is now farcical. juancole.com

jaclyn L. Tanenbaum, Associate Teaching Professor, Florida International University (2026-01-07). 'If you don't like dark roast, this isn't the coffee for you': How exclusionary ads can win over the right customers. | Jaclyn L. Tanenbaum

jake Scott, Clinical Associate Professor of Infectious Diseases, Stanford University (2026-01-07). RFK Jr. guts the US childhood vaccine schedule despite its decades-long safety record. | Jake Scott

_____ (2026-01-07). Jordanian journalist arrested on arrival, denied lawyer and family visits. CPJ Staff

Cory Sharber (2026-01-07). The Shops at Liberty Place in Center City Philadelphia are up for sale. whyy.org

Staff (2026-01-07). América Latina como botín: el regreso sin máscaras del imperialismo estadounidense. cubadebate.cu Estados Unidos ha dejado de disimular: América Latina vuelve a ser concebida como un territorio a administrar, no como una región a dialogar. Esa es la tesis central que recorre la nueva arquitectura estratégica impulsada por Donald Trump, una doctrina que no innova, sino que reactualiza viejas jerarquías imperiales con lenguaje del siglo XXI.

Staff (2026-01-07). América Latina como botín: el regreso sin máscaras del imperialismo estadounidense. cubadebate.cu Estados Unidos ha dejado de disimular: América Latina vuelve a ser concebida como un territorio a administrar, no como una región a dialogar. Esa es la tesis central que recorre la nueva arquitectura estratégica impulsada por Donald Trump, una doctrina que no innova, sino que reactualiza viejas jerarquías imperiales con lenguaje del siglo XXI.

Izzy Ramirez (2026-01-07). DAILY MEMO: Border Patrol Returns On Dia De Los Reyes, Taking at Least Eight in Orange County and Injure Elderly Man. lataco.com In another incident, a vendor in Fountain Valley was released after being questioned and detained, but not before CBP called for help from paramedics to use bolt cutters to remove the handcuffs used on the vendor.

Staff (2026-01-07). Trump dice que será sometido a un juicio político si los republicanos pierden las elecciones de medio término. cubadebate.cu El presidente, Donald Trump, lanzó una advertencia a los republicanos este martes: si no mantienen el control del Congreso en las elecciones de medio término de este año, los demócratas volverán a someterlo a un juicio político.

Staff (2026-01-07). Trump dice que será sometido a un juicio político si los republicanos pierden las elecciones de medio término. cubadebate.cu El presidente, Donald Trump, lanzó una advertencia a los republicanos este martes: si no mantienen el control del Congreso en las elecciones de medio término de este año, los demócratas volverán a someterlo a un juicio político.

A A (2026-01-07). Il nuovo totalitarismo tedesco. strategic-culture.su L'ordine liberale tedesco ricorre al totalitarismo per preservare l'egemonia delle sue élite. | Segue nostro Quando si parla di "totalitarismo" in Germania, la nostra mente tende immediatamente ad associarlo al periodo nazista della storia di quel Paese. Dodici anni durante i quali la Germania fu sotto il comando di Hitler e del suo partito, un comando che culminà≤ nella Seconda guerra mondiale e nella più grande ecatombe militare del…

newleftreview (2026-01-07). María Haro Sly: Sprawl as Subject. newleftreview.org María Haro Sly on Carlos Pagni, El Nudo. The Buenos Aires periphery as a political subject, from the early workers' movement to Javier Milei.

newleftreview (2026-01-07). María Haro Sly: Sprawl as Subject. newleftreview.org María Haro Sly on Carlos Pagni, El Nudo. The Buenos Aires periphery as a political subject, from the early workers' movement to Javier Milei.

Stephen Sefton (2026-01-07). Un Mundo Entre Guerra y Moderación. globalizacion.ca

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