(2026-02-27). ATTACKING IRAN: US Weighs Decapitation Strikes, CIA 'Ground Game' Amid Nuclear Talks. thealtworld.com Delegations from the U.S. and Iran ended another round of talks in Geneva without a deal, but with positive comments coming from the foreign ministers of Iran, and mediator Oman. They say the plan now is for a round of technical negotiations in Vienna early next week. | Scott Ritter, a former UN Weapons Inspector and US Marine Corps Intelligence Officer, noted that right now, the U.S. is calculating whether it can carry out its plan for a series of "decapitation strikes" targeting Iranian political and military leaders, while the CIA handles the "ground game" and fuels unrest among the public… or whether it's t…
(2026-02-27). Russia, China, Iran urge restraint as Pakistan strikes Afghanistan. tribune.com.pk 
Russia, China,Turkey and Iran called for restraint and dialogue on Friday as the airstrike escalated between Pakistan and Afghanistan following Pakistani airstrikes and the seizure of border posts. | Russia urged both sides to immediately halt cross-border attacks and resolve their differences through diplomatic means, the RIA news agency reported, citing the foreign ministry. The ministry said Moscow would consider providing mediation if requested by both parties. | ‚ö°Ô∏è Russian MFA Spox #Zakharova: | We are concerned over the sharp escalation of armed clashes between Afghan…
(2026-02-27). If Iran Kills US Troops, The Blame Rests Solely On The US And Israel. thealtworld.com White House officials reportedly want Israel to provoke Iran into attacking US military bases in the region, because it will make Americans more willing to go to war. | Politico "Senior advisers to President Donald Trump would prefer Israel strike Iran before the United States launches an assault on the country, according to two people familiar with ongoing discussions. | "These Trump administration officials are privately arguing that an Israeli attack would trigger Iran to retaliate, helpin…
(2026-02-27). Israel escalates airstrikes in Lebanon amid threats of US aggression on Iran. peoplesdispatch.org The current week marked a considerable escalation by Israel against Lebanon, which was perceived as an attempt to restrain Hezbollah from supporting Iran if the latter was attacked.
(2026-02-27). Inside Israel's Missile Shield: The Multi-Layered Defence Built to Counter Iran. moderndiplomacy.eu As tensions between Israel and Iran periodically escalate, Israel has developed one of the world's most sophisticated multi-layered air defence networks to counter ballistic missiles, drones, rockets, and cruise missiles. The system is designed to intercept threats at different ranges and altitudes, creating overlapping layers of protection against attacks from state actors and non-state groups. …
(2026-02-27). Iran blast adds fuel to US—Iran nuclear standoff as Geneva talks wobble. hindustantimes.com As US—Iran nuclear negotiations continue in Geneva, yet another mystery explosion and intense blaze have hit an industrial site in southern Iran, adding to a string of recent, unexplained incidents nationwide. Firefighting operations are underway, but authorities have so far declined to disclose the cause, fueling suspicions of sabotage or covert strikes at a time when multiple blasts and fires have been reported in Tehran province and other regions over the past three weeks.
(2026-02-27). On cam: Khamenei's top aide issues nuclear bombshell, denies plans for nuke weapons: 'Even if I…'. hindustantimes.com Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian has reiterated that Tehran is not pursuing nuclear weapons as fresh talks with the United States resume in Geneva. He cited the Supreme Leader's religious decree banning nuclear arms, calling it binding. The negotiations come amid rising tensions and a major US military buildup in the Middle East under Donald Trump, who has warned Iran to reach a deal within days or face consequences. While both sides describe earlier rounds as positive, deep mistrust remains over Iran's nuclear programme and sanctions relief, keeping global attention fixed on the high-stakes diplomacy.
(2026-02-27). US Using "Diplomacy" as Pretext not to Prevent its War of Aggression Against Iran. thealtworld.com The US is using supposed "negotiations" it has no interest in actually succeeding as a pretext for a pre-determined war of aggression it has already decided to launch against Iran; | The US is now openly admitting it will use Israel to provoke a wider war it hopes will cost American service members' lives and justify a large-scale US war against Iran; | The US seeks war with Iran to degrade its military, political, and economic system, and eventually collapse the government entirely, all as part of further isolating, encircling, and containing both Russia and ultimately China; | A destructive war in the Mid…
(2026-02-27). Iran hails 'serious' US talks as Araghchi flags progress, more rounds soon. hindustantimes.com Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi said the third round of talks with the US were 'one of the most serious and prolonged' sessions held so far, claiming 'significant progress on 'some issues'. The talks, which focused on Tehran's nuclear ambitions and US sanctions, spanned nearly four hours in the morning and around two hours in the evening, facilitated by Omani Foreign Minister Badr al-Busaidi, with International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) chief Rafael Grossi assisting on technical issues. He said that the two sides could hold another round of talks 'very soon, perhaps within the next week or so'. Watch fo…
foreignpolicy.com (2026-02-27). War With Iran Would Be Illegal and Stupid. Democrats Should Care.There was little that was surprising about U.S. President Donald Trump's State of the Union address on Tuesday. It contained the usual mix of racism, weird solipsistic digressions, needy self-glorification, and outright lies that Americans have unfortunately become accustomed to. But one thing that was striking in the nearly two-hour speech was the scant amount of time given to the possibility of war with Iran.
(2026-02-27). As talk of another Iran war grows, victims of the last round are still in limbo. haaretz.com With rebuilding delayed and compensation limited, displaced residents fear another round before the last one is repaired…
(2026-02-27). IAEA report says Iran must allow inspections, points at Isfahan. tribune.com.pk 
The UN nuclear watchdog issued a confidential report on Friday urging Iran to allow inspections at all its nuclear sites, highlighting Isfahan because of a new enrichment plant and near-weapons-grade uranium stored there. | The report was sent to members of the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) ahead of next week's quarterly meeting of its 35-country board, amid ongoing nuclear talks between the United States and Iran, the latest round of which was held on Thursday with no breakthrough. | Like previous IAEA reports, it could be used by Washington to argue that Tehran has not been transparent about its…
(2026-02-27). A Most Disappointing Geneva Diplomatic Doubleheader. counterpunch.org 
"It's a beautiful day for a ballgame… Let's play two!" was a favorite saying of Hall of Famer and Chicago Cubs shortstop Ernie Banks. Diplomats recently came to Geneva to play a diplomatic doubleheader. In the morning, in the first "game," there was a negotiating session between Iranian and U.S. representatives on Iran's nuclear program,
(2026-02-27). Israeli attacks on police sites kill six in southern, central Gaza. aljazeera.com Hamas says latest attacks show Israel's 'blatant disregard for the efforts of mediators' and 'the Peace Council'.
(2026-02-27). Madison, March 4, 2026: Film Premier of "The Voice of Hind Rajab" wibailoutpeople.org 
Wednesday, March 4The Voice of Hind Rajab Madison Film Premier at the Marquee Theater, UW Union South1308 W. Dayton Street, Madison 6: 30 — 8: 00 pm January 29, 2024. Red Crescent volunteers receive an emergency call from a six—year—old girl trapped in a car under fire in Gaza, pleading for rescue. While trying to keep her on …
(2026-02-27). In defense of de-platforming Zionists on college campuses. mondoweiss.net 
The debate over de-platforming Zionists isn't about free speech but whether Zionism deserves a platform in a civilized learning community. Haviv Rettig Gur's talk at Haverford College, justifying the Gaza genocide, shows the answer is 'no.'
(2026-02-27). Smear Campaigns Against Gaza's Doctors. aljazeera.com Al Jazeera's Yasmeen Aboujabal looks at how smear campaigns are being used to discredit Palestinian health workers.
(2026-02-27). Why are major malls opening up amid Gaza's rubbles. newarab.com 
(2026-02-27). 'Flagrant War Crime': Investigation Recreates 2025 Israeli Massacre, Cover-Up of 15 Gaza Aid Workers. scheerpost.com 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 It's been almost one year since Israeli forces killed 15 Palestinian medics and aid workers in a brutal two-hour massacre on a vehicle convoy in southern Gaza. Israeli soldier…
(2026-02-27). Time to boycott the World Cup, the most bloodstained in history. newarab.com 
Abubaker Abed is a Palestinian journalist, writer, and translator from Deir al-Balah Refugee Camp in Gaza, interested in sports and languages. | Follow him on X: Have questions or comments? Email us at: editorial-english@newarab.com…
(2026-02-27). In Gaza, when money is scarce, every choice counts: Bank, cash, or credit? aljazeera.com Palestinians in the devastated enclave struggle to manage their daily lives amid shortage of cash caused by war.
(2026-02-27). Israel kills as heavy rains flood Gaza during Ramadan. electronicintifada.net Two Palestinian teenagers shot and killed by Israeli soldiers, settlers in West Bank.
(2026-02-27). Solidarity with Palestinians questioned as Indonesian troops set for Gaza. aljazeera.com President Prabowo Subianto is trying to expand Indonesia's global standing, but Indonesians question his role in Gaza.
(2026-02-27). CPS drops prosecution of man who assaulted pro-Palestine pensioners. thecanary.co 
A lack of public interest Merseyside Crown Prosecution Service has decided to drop its prosecution of a far-right thug who assaulted two women pensioners who were peacefully holding pro-Palestine placards on one of Liverpool's busiest roads. The assault was purely because the women were holding boards protesting against Israel's genocide in Gaza. A 14-year-old boy […] | By
(2026-02-27). APA Rewrites Antisemitism Guidelines to Protect Speech on Palestine. truthout.org The American Psychological Association (APA) has updated its "Resolution on Antisemitism," removing a previous guidance that suggested any criticism of the state of Israel — including opposition to Israel's genocide of Palestinians in Gaza — was an antisemitic act. The update, which occurred at the organization's meeting this month, still includes many of the same examples of antisemitic… |
(2026-02-27). Hillary Clinton's shocking claims after testifying in Epstein probe; 'Asked about UFOs, 'pizzagate'. hindustantimes.com Hillary Clinton says Republicans spent a 6-hour Epstein deposition asking about UFOs and Pizzagate instead of grilling her on Jeffrey Epstein. With Bill Clinton set to testify next, this explosive hearing raises new questions about Congress, cover-ups, and what they really don't want answered.
(2026-02-27). UK Reviews RAF Flight Records as Epstein Probe Deepens. moderndiplomacy.eu Britain's Ministry of Defence has ordered a review of military flight records after documents appeared to show aircraft linked to Jeffrey Epstein landed at Royal Air force bases, including RAF Marham in eastern England and RAF Northolt near London. The move comes as British police examine whether Epstein trafficked women through UK airports as part …
(2026-02-27). UK investigating whether Epstein used air force bases for sex trafficking. aljazeera.com Probe of Royal Air Force bases comes amid concerns trafficked women were brought to UK on board Epstein's private jets.
(2026-02-27). Epstein and the Politics of Distraction. counterpunch.org 
After the beginning of Trump's second term, the connections between capitalism, white supremacy and imperial domination became increasingly clear. These have been highlighted through ICE raids as modern-day slave patrols, global criminal operations such as the kidnapping of Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro and his wife Cilia Flores, and United States assistance to Israel's genocide in
(2026-02-27). Why the Epstein Files Are Shattering Global Theory. counterpunch.org 
When British author David Icke wrote his seminal work, The Biggest Secret: The Book That Will Change the World, published in 1999, he was not speaking metaphorically. When he detailed the "reptilian genetic streams" of "elite" families—human-reptile hybrids allegedly engineering global events—he meant it literally. To Icke, the world is not run by mere men, but by an interdimensional species operating just outside the visible light spectrum.
(2026-02-27). Trump's Economy Is Hurting Americans — and Setting Us Up for Long-Term Collapse. truthout.org President Donald Trump is boasting about the economy one year into his term. He claims that inflation has been defeated, growth is unprecedented, incomes are rising, and his tariffs are generating hundreds of billions for the U.S. economy. This is all hogwash, according to progressive economist Gerald Epstein, a leading global authority on macroeconomic policy and finance. |
(2026-02-27). Democracy Now! 2026-02-27 Friday. democracynow.org Headlines for February 27, 2026; Missing DOJ Files: As Clintons Testify About Epstein, Where Are FBI Interviews with Trump Accuser?; ICE Abducts Then Releases Columbia Student After Mamdani Intervenes & Calls to Dismiss More Cases; "Abandoned By Border Patrol": Blind Refugee in Buffalo Dies in the Cold; Family Demands Answers; Former St. Louis Congressmember Cori Bush Runs for Seat Again After AIPAC Targeted Her in 2024 | Headlines for February 27, 2026; Missing DOJ Files: As Clintons Testify About Epstein, Where Are FBI Interviews with Trump Accuser?; ICE Abducts Then Releases Columbia Student After Ma…
(2026-02-27). Bill Clinton to face grilling on significant Epstein ties. geo.tv 
This undated photo released by Democrats on the House Oversight Committee shows former President Bill Clinton, Ghislaine Maxwell and Jeffrey Epstein, with Clinton's signature at the top of the photo. — AFPFormer US president Bill Clinton will be grilled by a Congressional…
(2026-02-27). CSTO is closely following situation on Afghanistan-Pakistan border. eng.belta.by The Collective Security Treaty Organization is closely monitoring the development of the situation on the Afghanistan-Pakistan border, reads a commentary by the CSTO Secretariat.
(2026-02-27). The Grand Illusion: The US — Europe Growth Gap. counterpunch.org 
There is a widely told story among elite pundit types that the US economy is soaring ahead, and Europe's economy is mired in stagnation. As is the case most of the time when there is an elite consensus, it is wrong. A new post by Seth Ackerman shows that the differences in growth, and especially
(2026-02-27). Breakout of Pak-Afghan hostilities risks turning 'open war' into long crisis. tribune.com.pk 
Weeks after the Taliban's lightning 2021 takeover of Afghanistan from a US-led coalition, Pakistan's then spy chief visited Kabul and told a reporter: "Don't worry, everything will be okay." | Five years later, Islamabad — once seen as a Taliban patron — is engaged in its heaviest fighting with the extremist group, which Defence Minister Khawaja Muhammad Asif has described as an "open war". | The turmoil places a broad stretch of Asia — from the Gulf to the Himalayas — in flux, with the United States building up forces near Iran even as tensions between Pakistan and arch rival India rem…
(2026-02-27). It's Cuba's Turn: Attacking US-Flagged Boats in the Caribbean. dissidentvoice.org This time, the appropriately designated shoe had found itself on the other foot. While the Trump administration has been gorily killing personnel on alleged "narco-boats" and vessels supposedly heading to US shores laden with illicit drugs, Cuba had its turn at engaging a boat with "a known history of criminal and violent activity". On the …
(2026-02-27). Royal Albert Hall to honour women of Arabic music's Golden Era. newarab.com 
(2026-02-27). From Ally to Adversary: Why Pakistan Struck the Afghan Taliban. moderndiplomacy.eu For decades, Pakistan was the Afghan Taliban's closest supporter. Islamabad helped the Taliban rise in the early 1990s, seeking "strategic depth" in its rivalry with India. Pakistan welcomed the Taliban's return to power in 2021, with then-Prime Minister Imran Khan describing it as Afghans "breaking the shackles of slavery." However, the alliance soon frayed. Islamabad …
(2026-02-27). Police Hunts for Thugs Who Robbed Pistol from Counter-Terrorism Officer. plusnews.ug 
The Directorate of Crime Intelligence (DCI) has launched a manhunt for three suspected thugs who attacked and robbed a Counter-Terrorism (CT) police officer in the early hours of Wednesday morning along the Kasangati-Kira Road. Sergeant Stephen Ngobi was reportedly attacked at around 5: 00 am as he waited for a boda-boda to transport him to his …
(2026-02-27). New Academic Session must start from April 1: CBSE. ummid.com The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) has stressed to all its affiliated schools to make sure that the academic session runs from April 1 to March 31.
(2026-02-27). Pakistan-Afghanistan live: Islamabad says 'open war'; jets attack Kabul. aljazeera.com Pakistani and Afghan officials have both declared full military operations as border clashes intensify.
(2026-02-27). WHYY Newscast for Friday 9:00 a.m. whyy.org The latest local headlines from WHYY…
(2026-02-27). Purim and St. Paddy Free Palestine. counterpunch.org 
The Irish/Jewish convergence of Purim and St. Patrick's Day — with pro-bonobo and Free Palestine touches — comes together in one lucky Max Collage, as I continue to try to process my deep grief for my beloved husband, Maximillian Lobkowicz di Filangieri (11/8/1943 — May 13, 2025) through an auspicious arrangement of sweet-and-spicy, memory-infused, good-vibes-triggering
(2026-02-27). Canadian PM Carney heads to India on 'significant' trip to consolidate ties. aljazeera.com Carney's trip comes at a time when he's looking for new markets for Canadian exports to diversify from the US.
(2026-02-27). The US and Israel push Iran—and the Middle East—to the brink. therealnews.com 
Urged on by Israel and neocon war hawks, President Trump has brought the US to the verge of a war with Iran, amassing more American military forces in the Middle East since the 2003 invasion of Iraq. In this episode of The Marc Steiner Show, Marc speaks with Trita Parsi, co-founder and executive vice president of the Quincy Institute for Responsible Statecraft, about the disastrous ramifications such a war would have—and what options still remain to avoid it. | Guests: |
(2026-02-27). Minsk Oblast's GRP reaches nearly Br55 bn in 2025. eng.belta.by The gross Oblastal product (GRP) of Minsk Oblast amounted to nearly Br55 billion in 2025, Deputy Chairman of the Minsk Oblast Executive Committee Denis Kurlenko said commenting on the region's socio-economic performance for the past year.
(2026-02-27). Pakistan vs Sri Lanka: T20 World Cup Super Eights — teams, net run-rate. aljazeera.com Pakistan must beat already-eliminated Sri Lanka by a handsome margin if they are to progress to T20 World Cup semifinal.
(2026-02-27). PM visits GHQ, vows 'zero tolerance' for Afghan Taliban-TTP nexus. tribune.com.pk 
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif said on Friday that Pakistan should adopt a "zero-tolerance" policy towards the alliance between the Afghan Taliban regime and the banned Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan group. | Pakistani forces targeted key military installations of the Afghan Taliban regime in Kabul, Kandahar, and Paktia through effective airstrikes, early on Friday. The military spokesperson said the ongoing 'Operation Ghazab Lil Haq' against the Afghan Taliban was producing the desired results and continued successfully. | He said Pakistan had "effectively repulsed" Afghan Taliban insurgents at 53 locations along…
(2026-02-27). Kuwait mulls new taxes to lower budget deficit. newarab.com 
The widening budget deficit in Spending on government salaries and commodity subsidies accounts for a large share of oil revenues, putting pressure on the government to realign priorities amid oil price volatility. This dynamic opens the door to new taxes and adjustments to public services, such as education and health care, to ensure the sustainability of the economic model. | The draft budget for the 2025—2026 fiscal year forecasts an 11.9% increase in the d…
(2026-02-27). German Chancellor Merz visits Siemens Energy during his visit to China. ecns.cn German Chancellor Friedrich Merz leads a high-level delegation of nearly 30 representatives from the German business community and meets with executives at Siemens Energy on Feb. 26, 2026 in Hangzhou City, Zhejiang Province.
(2026-02-27). 'Open war': Pakistan says 'patience has run out' as it bombs Afghanistan. aljazeera.com Both sides say Pakistan has bombed targets in Kabul, Kandahar and Paktia in an escalation of recent tit-for-tat attacks.
(2026-02-27). Cuba has its Rivals and Groups for the Santo Domingo 2026 Beach Volleyball Tournament. radiohc.cu Havana, February 26 (RHC) — Cuba now knows its rivals and groups for the preliminary phase of the beach volleyball tournament of the Central American and Caribbean Games of Santo Domingo 2026, a competition that will feature the participation of 22 pairs distributed in four sections. | The official website of the Dominican Republic's multi-sport event announces that the Cuban pairs will compete in Groups D and B, men's (m) and women's (f), respectively, with the competition beginning on July 25 and concluding on July 29. | In addition to the Cuban teams, the men's teams from Antigua and Barbuda, Belize, Trin…
(2026-02-27). US tax agency broke privacy law 'approximately 42,695 times', judge says. aljazeera.com Federal judge rules that the Internal Revenue Service violated its code by giving immigration agency confidential data.
(2026-02-27). Taliban—Pakistan border clashes escalate after deadly airstrikes. albawaba.com ALBAWABA- Afghan Taliban forces said they launched a large-scale retaliatory offensive against Pakistani military positions along the disputed Durand Line on Thursday, claiming to have seized multiple border posts and inflicted heavy casualties.Taliban spokesman Zabihullah Mujahid said fighters captured up to 17 Pakistani border posts in areas including Kurram and North Waziristan, and killed at least 40 Pakistani soldiers. He described the assault as retaliation for what he called repeated Pakistani military provocations, including recent airstrikes inside Afghan territory that he said killed civilians and viola…
(2026-02-27). Index of Repression shows widespread institutional censorship of Palestine support. thecanary.co 
Analysts have documented over 900 cases of UK institutions and pro-Israel groups targeting supporters of Palestine with different types of repression. The European Legal Support Center (ELSC) and research group Forensic Architecture have put together an Index of Repression. Upon launching this public database, the ELSC said: For too long, anti-Palestinian repression has been dismissed […] | By
(2026-02-27). Lorain County Jobs and Family Service workers entering second week of strike. wsws.org The 140 social service workers, members of the UAW, walked out February 18 for better wages and benefits as Democrats and Republicans make massive cuts to social spending.
(2026-02-27). No Demolition without Rehabilitation: SC in Haldwani Railway Colony Case. ummid.com In a landmark ruling Tuesday, the Supreme Court of India barred the Uttarakhand government to carry demolition and eviction without the Rehabilitation of the local residents of the Haldwani Railway Colony.
(2026-02-27). Panic in Europe over Vulnerability to America's VISA and Mastercard. globalresearch.ca Visa and Mastercard payment cards, which are based on American technology, are among the longstanding risks facing the European Union, underscoring the United States' dominance over Europe, including the United Kingdom. | "We are highly dependent on international [payment] solutions," said …
(2026-02-27). Deputy Minister Phaahla leads Community-Based Health Screening Campaign. sanews.gov.za Deputy Minister Phaahla leads Community-Based Health Screening Campaign | Deputy Minister of Health, Dr Joe Phaahla, is today leading a Community-Based Health Screening Campaign at Giyani Stadium in Limpopo as part of ongoing efforts to encourage individuals and communities to take charge of their health by adopting healthier lifestyles and preventative behaviours. | In a statement, the department highlighted that the rate of morbidity and mortality from non-communicable diseases (NCDs), otherwise known as the diseases of lifestyle, has been on the rise in the past years in South Africa and globally, with signif…
(2026-02-27). Why Washington Is Wary of Merz's Diplomatic Overture to Beijing. moderndiplomacy.eu German Chancellor "Friedrich Merz" paid an official visit to China in February 2026, meeting with Chinese President "Xi Jinping" in Beijing. This was his first visit to China since taking office. The visit aimed primarily to "reset" relations between Berlin and Beijing and open a new chapter of equitable economic cooperation. This visit came at …
(2026-02-27). Mamdani deepens collaboration with Trump in second White House meeting. wsws.org Mamdani met with the president in the Oval Office supposedly to propose a housing plan less than two days after Trump's fascistic State of the Union address.
(2026-02-27). City Hall Rally to Save Climate Action Plan. indybay.org City's inhabitants demand strong climate leadership from Mayor Lurie…
(2026-02-27). Friday 2/27: Free Food Church in Felton (formerly Zayante) every Friday 4-6+ pm Rain or Shine. indybay.org Hallcrest Vineyards, 379 Felton Empire Rd. Felton CA 95018 a quarter mile from downtown | *location has recently changed and may change again soon…
(2026-02-27). Al-Nassr beats Al Najma 5-0 to top Saudi Pro League. ecns.cn Al-Nassr delivered a commanding 5-0 victory over Al Najma at home, moving back to the top of the Saudi Pro League table.
(2026-02-27). Reform Attacks Byline Times For 'Attempting to Derail a Democratic Election' — Before Blaming 'Family Voting' and 'Muslim Sectarianism' for Gorton and Denton Defeat. bylinetimes.com Reform UK accused Byline Times of "attempting to derail a democratic election" for reporting on Matt Goodwin's academic ties to organisations linked to discredited pseudoscientific race ideology — just days before the candidate lost the Gorton and Denton by-election, claiming this as evidence of "a dangerous Muslim sectarianism" and calling into question whether it was a "free, fair, and democratic election". | Goodwin — who came second in the Manchester constituency behind the new Green MP Hannah Spencer, overturning Labour which came third — posted on social media at 11.21pm yesterday, afte…
(2026-02-27). Decoded: Rekha Gupta's 1st Year as Delhi Chief Minister. ummid.com As Rekha Gupta completes one year as Delhi Chief Minister, the question arises: has her tenure lived up to her ambitious promises?
(2026-02-27). New tools aim to stop tourism industry's complicity with genocide. thecanary.co 
Two new digital tools have been released for the sole aim of stopping the tourism industry's complicity with Israeli apartheid and war crimes against Palestinians. The coalition of Palestinian groups calling for Boycott, Divestment, Sanctions (BDS) against Israel began its "No Room for Genocide" campaign in 2025. And now, it has released new tools to […] | By
(2026-02-27). Pakistan strikes Kabul, declares 'open war' on Afghanistan following clashe. aljazeera.com Pakistan has struck Kabul and declared it's in an 'open war' with Afghanistan. The fighting follows days of hostilities.
(2026-02-27). Juvenile 'Sun' caught red-handed doing this. ummid.com The NASA astronomers have caught a younger and juvenile version of the Sun creating a giant bubble in space.
(2026-02-27). Spiro secures $50million to accelerate Africa's electric mobility expansion. independent.co.ug 
Nairobi, Kenya | THE INDEPENDENT | Spiro, Africa's largest electric mobility company and a pioneer in battery-swapping infrastructure, has raised $50 million in debt financing to accelerate the expansion of its clean transport network across the continent. The funding round was backed by African Export- Import Bank, Nithio and Africa Go Green Fund, reinforcing investor …
(2026-02-27). Taliban urged to rescind decree on executions. tribune.com.pk 
A new decree from Afghanistan's Taliban government is set to further crush rights and freedoms in the war-torn nation, especially for women, UN human rights chief Volker Turk said on Thursday. | The Taliban has restricted women's movements and barred girls from education beyond primary school since coming to power in 2021, via a series of morality laws that also limit expression and employment. | Turk, the United Nations High Commissioner for Human Rights, said a decree signed by Taliban supreme leader Hibatullah Akhundzada last month "defines several crimes and punishments that contravene Afghanistan's intern…
(2026-02-27). Tim Wilson's inflation cure: Unemployment as collateral damage. independentaustralia.net 
(2026-02-27). Brothers Sentenced for Murder: Justice Served in Gyanmati Case. devdiscourse.com In a significant ruling, a local court handed down life sentences to Amardev and his brother, Manoj, for the murder of Amardev's wife, Gyanmati. The verdict brings closure to a 2017 case that initially was mischaracterized as a suicide by poison.
(2026-02-27). ICRC president calls for restraint and de-escalation amidst hostilities between Afghanistan and Pakistan. icrc.org The following is a quote attributable to ICRC President Mirjana Spoljaric on the latest hostilities between Afghanistan and Pakistan.
(2026-02-27). U.S. harvests global virtual currency assets using tech hegemony, reaping $20 billion in two major cases: report. ecns.cn A report released on Thursday revealed that the U.S. has leveraged its technological dominance to seize large volumes of global virtual currency assets, collecting more than $30 billion worldwide across multiple cases, according to available data.
(2026-02-27). Revisiting Columbia SDS 1967-1968 Vice-Chair Ted Death In NYC In March 1970 (1). indybay.org In his 1975-published book, "More Power Than We Know", Dave Dellinger wrote that "a bitter argument had been raging for some days over the legitimacy of the enterprise;" and "two days before the blast" that destroyed the townhouse and killed Ted, Terry Robbins and Diana Oughton, "Kathy Boudin…had told me her fears that they were losing contact with the revolutionary love that had motivated them to embark on their new course."
(2026-02-27). Trump's Cruelty Is Strangling Cuba. consortiumnews.com Oil shipments to Cuba have virtually stopped, writes Marjorie Cohn. Lack of electricity has led to widespread blackouts, impacting hospitals and essential services. Cuba's oil reserves could be totally depleted by March. By Marjorie Cohn Truthout The U.S. Supreme Court struck…
(2026-02-27). Sky News anti-Pakistan propaganda stands exposed. tribune.com.pk 
British news channel Sky News has been flagged by social media users for misreporting Afghanistan's retaliation to Pakistani airstrikes on Friday, as well as furthering propaganda against Pakistan and the armed forces. | According to Radio Pakistan, the broadcaster had falsely claimed that Afghanistan's Air Force had carried out strikes against Pakistan. | Thousands of Pakistani users reacted strongly, pointing out that Afghanistan currently does not have an operational Air Force. | üö®üö® Operation Ghazab Lil Haq/ Update 01: 20 hr 27 Feb 2026@SkyNews anti-#Pakistan f…
(2026-02-27). Nigehban Ramazan cash aid misses the needy. tribune.com.pk 
The process of distributing cash assistance to deserving families during the holy month of Ramazan has begun by both the Punjab and federal governments. However, questions have been raised regarding the eligibility criteria and method of distribution. Despite official claims, some low-income households have been left out, while reports suggest that certain ineligible individuals have received payments. | Under the Punjab government's Ramazan Nigehban Program, approximately Rs47 billion is being distributed to 4.2 million families, with each family receiving Rs10,000. In addition, the federal government will di…
(2026-02-27). Celebrate the birth of California Africana 365. indybay.org 100th Anniversary of Negro History Week | 50th Anniversary of Black History Month | Let us celebrate the birth of California Africana 365…
(2026-02-27). Bills Classifying Abortion as Homicide Fizzle; Dems Move to Fortify Shield Laws. truthout.org Some Republican lawmakers have routinely proposed criminally prosecuting women for getting abortions since the U.S. Supreme Court overturned Roe v. Wade, despite bipartisan condemnation and criticism from national anti-abortion organizations. These bills never made it to the finish line, but they keep circulating in legislatures across the country. So-called "abortion abolitionists" who… |
(2026-02-27). Hong Kong's new budget to propel high-quality growth with innovation, sound financial market. ecns.cn Hong Kong will build on the solid momentum of economic expansion to nurture sci-tech innovation as a new growth impetus, said Paul Chan, financial secretary of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region (HKSAR) government, while delivering the 2026-27 budget on Wednesday.
(2026-02-27). Trump Wants To Send Ilhan Omar And Rashida Tlaib 'Back Where They Came From.' So…Minnesota And Michigan? newsone.com 
Source: | President Donald Trump has responded to Democratic Reps Ilhan Omar and Rashida Tlaib heckling him while he was being an old, white bigot During Tuesday night's speech, Trump disparaged the entire Somali community in Minnesota —
(2026-02-27). Pan-Africanism, Garveyism and Women's Rights. wibailoutpeople.org 
The legacies of Amy Ashwood Garvey (1897-1969) and Shirley Graham Du Bois (1896-1977) illustrate the consistency of the interrelationship between national liberation, unity and gender emancipation By Abayomi AzikiweEditor, Pan-African News WireThursday February 26, 2026African American History Month Series No. 8 Resistance to the enslavement and colonial domination over African people can be traced back …
(2026-02-27). Saturday 2/28: A Community Conversation: How Fascism is Controlling Us and the World. indybay.org Black & Brown Social Club | 474 Valencia St. | San Francisco…
(2026-02-27). Banks provide Rs882.4bn in SME financing to over 300,000 borrowers. tribune.com.pk 
Pakistan's banking sector has provided Rs882.4 billion in financing to 302,922 borrowers under the Small and Medium Enterprises (SME) financing initiative. | According to a press release, the development was discussed at the 15th National Coordination Committee meeting on SME development, held on Tuesday. The meeting was chaired by Haroon Akhtar Khan, Special Assistant to the Prime Minister. The gathering saw participation from Saif Anjum, Secretary of the Ministry of Industry and Production; the CEO of the Small and Medium Enterprises Development Authority (SMEDA); provincial ministry representatives, and key…
(2026-02-27). 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.
(2026-02-27). Tunisia court blocks closure of factory blamed for pollution. newarab.com 
A The facility in the city of
(2026-02-27). Maharashtra HSC 2026: Chemistry Paper Leaked in Nagpur. ummid.com The Chemistry Paper of the ongoing Maharashtra HSC or Class 12th 2026 board exam has been leaked and circulated online, reports said.
(2026-02-27). Southeast Asia's Maritime Crossroads. uwidata.com By Mehmet Enes Be≈üer Southeast Asia is one of the world's most strategic sea highways where global commerce passes through, strategic rivalries, and environmental risk points meet. From Malacca Strait to South China Sea, Southeast Asian seas are as vital to global economic being as they are to Southeast Asian seas' diversity for sovereignty and …
(2026-02-27). Defeating Al-Najma, Al-Nassr registers 9th consecutive win since Jan 17. ummid.com Defeating Al-Najma on its home ground, Cristiano Ronaldo led-Al-Nassr FC Wednesday Feb 25, 2026 registered its 9th consecutive victory in the Saudi Pro League 2025/26 season.
(2026-02-27). Trump's Board of Peace scraps United Nations two-state solution. onlineopinion.com.au From Arab Peace Initiative to Rafah Road Map: a decisive break with two-state orthodoxy.
(2026-02-27). 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.
(2026-02-27). Canada PM begins key India visit, seeking to boost trade. geo.tv 
Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney and India's Prime Minister Narendra Modi shake hands before posing for a photo during the G7 Leaders' Summit in Kananaskis, in Alberta, Canada, June 17, 2025.— Reuters/File Canadian PM to address finance leaders before meeting Indian PM.Carney…
(2026-02-27). Towards a New Hydro-Geopolitical Order. The Geostrategic Importance of Water. globalresearch.ca The growing pressures of climate change on water resources, along with the rise of power politics, geopolitical fragmentation, and nationalism in the new world order, are elevating the geostrategic importance of water.
(2026-02-27). Algeria archbishop welcomes pope visit as 'dream come true'. newarab.com 
The trip will mark the first time a head of the "This dream of a pope visiting Algeria… has come true!" Jean-Paul Vesc…
(2026-02-27). Selected Articles: Cuba Neutralized Armed Infiltration Attempt Tied to US Group Intending to Commit Terrorism. globalresearch.ca 
(2026-02-27). Maduro seeks dismissal of charges, claims US blocked legal defence funds. aljazeera.com President Maduro's lawyer said his client's right to legal counsel of choice has been denied by US government actions.
(2026-02-27). Anthropic's Claude vs Hegseth A War of Souls and the Soulless. globalresearch.ca Why has the Trump regime refused to prosecute anyone? | Democrats, villains, pedophiles, traitors? By bringing them up for depositions, the hope is that this will quay the unrest of the Last Magahicans. Before the truth is regurgitated and we discover …
(2026-02-27). Labor rights in dispute: neoliberalism vs progressive reform in Latin America. peoplesdispatch.org The state of labor rights in Latin America and the Caribbean is in flux. While some countries are seeing significant advances, others are suffering major setbacks.
(2026-02-27). AI Boom Won't Magically Fix the Debt Problem Facing Major Economies. moderndiplomacy.eu Artificial intelligence could deliver the productivity surge policymakers have been hoping for since the global financial crisis. But even if it does, economists caution that faster growth will not be enough to solve the mounting debt burdens weighing on advanced economies. Public debt already exceeds 100% of GDP across most rich nations and is projected …
(2026-02-27). The sinister nexus between India and Israel. tribune.com.pk 
In Israel, Narendra Modi has been crowned with the Knesset Medal, the first foreign leader ever to receive the highest parliamentary honor. The award is much more than a diplomatic showpiece — it rewards the Indian leader for his unwavering allegiance to Benjamin Netanyahu, a stance that, by Modi's own standards, is no anomaly. | What makes it striking, however, is the timing. Modi has once again sworn, in full view of the world, to support Israel, but in effect he has endorsed the scale of violence that UN experts and human rights organizations have described as amounting to genocide. In doing so, the f…
(2026-02-27). Local Hajj Registration 2026 Starts: Where and How to Apply. ummid.com The Ministry of Hajj and Umrah Saudi Arabia has started from Monday Ramadan6, 1447H (February 23, 2025) through online registration system 'Nusuk' registration and application process for the domestic and local pilgrims who wish to perform Hajj in the year 2026 (1447 AH).
(2026-02-27). Lebanon's IMEC bid sparks fears of indirect Israel normalisation. newarab.com 
President Joseph Aoun
(2026-02-27). A Monster Movie Takes On US Militarism. consortiumnews.com Earth's Greatest Enemy gives antiwar and climate activists a film in which to find common ground against the Pentagon, writes Corinna Barnard. By Corinna G. Barnard Special to Consortium News How do you galvanize opposition to something as vast, powerful and…
(2026-02-27). NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital nurses seething after end to 6-week strike. wsws.org They face not only a new contract that fails to satisfy their demands, but also a new round of attacks and harassment from management, according to nurses who spoke to the World Socialist Web Site.
(2026-02-27). Iran drills on 'Al Dhafra' mock base, warning US Gulf hub is in strike zone. hindustantimes.com Iran sent a stark warning shot to Washington by staging a large-scale IRGC drill on a replica of the U.S.-run Al Dhafra Air Base in the UAE, turning one of the Pentagon's most important Gulf hubs into a mock target map for missiles, drones and electronic warfare. The exercise, which simulated precision strikes on runways, hardened shelters and command posts at a facility hosting the U.S. Air Force's 380th Air Expeditionary Wing and thousands of American personnel, underlined that core logistics hubs like Al Dhafra—not just symbolic sites—would be in Iran's strike envelope if a conflict erupts. Watch f…
(2026-02-27). Saturday 2/28: Lompico Pond Restoration Project (LPRP) Volunteer Workday. indybay.org Lompico Pond (aka "Guacamole Pond" officially "Lake Lompico") | ~ 11603 Lakeshore Dr. (Felton CA 95018)…
(2026-02-27). Bloomberg Net Zero Obituary: "Even at the peak of its popularity, net zero looked far-fetched" wattsupwiththat.com Bloomberg was until recently Net Zero's chief champion. But now it was always obvious that Net Zero ambitions were not grounded in reality.
(2026-02-27). Elected officials, health experts urge BLM to stop new oil and gas leases on public lands. indybay.org California groups are speaking out against moves by the Bureau of Land Management to open up new leases for oil and gas drilling in the Bakersfield area and on the Central Coast.
(2026-02-27). 100,000 pray at Al-Aqsa amid Israeli restrictions on 2nd Friday of Ramadan. aljazeera.com Thousands of worshippers attend prayers at Al-Aqsa Mosque, with others turned away despite carrying required permits.
(2026-02-27). Working Together to Respect Human Rights and Humanitarian Law. icrc.org This speech was delivered by Megan Rock, Head of the ICRC's Regional Delegation in the Pacific, at the Commonwealth Law Minister's Meeting on 11 February 2026 in Nadi, Fiji…
(2026-02-27). Goalkeeper grants fasting Muslims a moment of breaking the fcast in the French League. thecanary.co 
A French League match between Nantes and Le Havre showed a human moment. In the 74th minute, Nantes goalkeeper, Portuguese Anthony Lopes, fell to the ground, clutching his hamstring, in what at first glance appeared to be a routine injury requiring medical attention. Play was halted for several minutes as the medical staff rushed to […] | By
(2026-02-27). Home Affairs prints first ID with Khoi-San traditional name. sanews.gov.za Home Affairs prints first ID with Khoi-San traditional name | Minister Leon Schreiber has handed over the first Smart ID produced by the Department of Home Affairs and Government Printing Works, which records a Khoi-San traditional name. | This follows the latest upgrades to Home Affairs departmental IT systems. | A month ago, Schreiber was informed of a young man named, !Kh≈´boab Oedasoua Lawrence, who was unable to obtain a Smart ID reflecting his Khoi-San first name. | According to reports, his family had the same problem over 18 years ago when they were similarly unable to obtain a birth certific…
(2026-02-27). Domestic demand takes center stage. ecns.cn Surging domestic demand is expected to curb China's coffee exports this year while driving a sharp increase in imports, said traders and analysts.
(2026-02-27). Pakistan bombs Kabul, Kandahar among other Afghan cities, Taliban claims 55 soldiers killed. ptcnews.tv PTC News Desk: At least 55 Pakistani soldiers were killed in cross-border clashes, according to authorities of the Taliban in Afghanistan, after Pakistan carried out airstrikes in Kabul and other areas, marking a major escalation between the two neighbours. | Local media reported that Afghan forces also shot down a Pakistani aircraft that allegedly entered Afghan airspace in response to the strikes. Residents in Kabul reported hearing explosions and aircraft early Friday, shortly after Taliban officials claimed their forces had taken control of military bases and positions along the disputed Durand Line. | Pakis…
(2026-02-27). Paramount Skydance's Takeover of Warner Bros. Is Bad News for Workers, Consumers, and Free Expression. commondreams.org On Thursday, the Warner Bros. Discovery board decided to abandon its plans to sell the company to Netflix in favor of a Paramount Skydance bid. | In addition to offering $31-per-share to purchase the massive entertainment and news conglomerate, Paramount agreed to pay a $2.8 billion breakup fee to Netflix to walk away. | After WBD initially accepted Netflix's offer for the company earlier this year, Paramount made a series of hostile bids for the company, aided by President Trump's expressed preference that ownership transfer to his political ally and Paramount owner David Ellison and his centibillionaire, MAG…
(2026-02-27). A Global Pivot: Why ASEAN, India, and Russia are Redrawing the Tourism Map in 2026>. infobrics.org Southeast Asia is no longer just waiting for travelers to return—it is actively redesigning the architecture of global travel to make it "seamless, resilient, and inclusive"
(2026-02-27). 'Like it's 2024 again': Trump takes centre stage in 2026 midterm elections. aljazeera.com With control of Congress in the balance, officials say the president plans to campaign as if he were 'on the ballot'.
(2026-02-27). Gold stable, silver rises in local and international markets. tribune.com.pk 
Gold prices remained stable in both international and local markets on Friday, while silver saw a moderate increase. | In the international bullion market, the price of gold per ounce held steady at $5,178. | In Pakistan, the price of gold per tola remained unchanged at Rs 540,562, while per 10 grams it stayed at Rs 463,444. | Silver prices, however, recorded an increase. The price per tola rose by Rs 270 to reach Rs 9,474, while per 10 grams it increased by Rs 232 to Rs 8,122. | Spot gold edged down 0.1% to $5,181.18 per ounce by 0837 GMT. The metal has climbed 6.5% so far in February, bringing gains for the…
(2026-02-27). I'm A Linguist With Tourette's Here's What I Want People To Understand After Baftas Controversy. menafn.com (MENAFN – The Conversation) I am a sociolinguist who specialises in how language is understood and interpreted in society. I also have Tourette syndrome. Tourette's is a genetically determined …
(2026-02-27). The culture war is coming for your electricity. grist.org 
(2026-02-27). Pakistan will give befitting response to any aggression: Zardari, PM. tribune.com.pk 
President Asif Ali Zardari and Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Friday said there would be no compromise on the defence of the country and that every aggression would be met with a befitting response, according to state broadcaster Radio Pakistan. | In separate statements, they said the State of Pakistan would not compromise on its peace, stability and territorial integrity. | The president said no one should have the misconception that Pakistan would be coerced by pressure or intimidation. He said the nation and the armed forces stood "like a rock wall" to protect the integrity of the motherland and its borde…
(2026-02-27). Chinese tourists flock to Seoul, child shoved in Tokyo crossing: SCMP's 7 highlights. scmp.com We have selected seven stories from this week's news across Hong Kong, mainland China, the wider Asia region and beyond that resonated with our readers and shed light on topical issues. If you would like to see more of our reporting, please consider subscribing. | 1. Is China flexing its intelligence muscle by tracking US military moves near Iran?
(2026-02-27). Why Commonwealth Bank's $1 Billion Suspected Loan Fraud Should Change How We Bank And Do Business. menafn.com (MENAFN – The Conversation) The Commonwealth Bank reportedly suspects around A$1 billion in home loans were obtained fraudulently, including through AI-generated documents. The Australian Financial …
(2026-02-27). 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.
(2026-02-27). Iran's digital prison was built with the help of Russians. globalvoices.org 
The company in question still operates in Estonia and JordanGlobal Voices Protest in Gothenburg, Sweden on 25 January 2026 against the Islamic Republic. Crannofonix News. (2026-02-27). Sunday 3/1: Mailing Party – Slingshot issue. indybay.org Long Haul Infoshop – 3124 Shattuck Ave Berkeley – corner of Woolsey and Shattuck – 2 blocks from Ashby BART…
(2026-02-27). China retains top spot as world's largest apple producer and consumer, report says. ecns.cn China remains the world's largest producer and consumer of apples, producing over 51 million metric tons and consuming over 47 million tons each year, according to an industry report cited by media outlets.
(2026-02-27). Ed Sheeran Caught The Train To Melbourne To Protect The Climate. But What About His Thousands Of Fans? menafn.com (MENAFN – The Conversation) This week, images on social media showed global superstar Ed Sheeran alighting from the overnight train from Sydney into the decidedly utilitarian surrounds of Southern …
(2026-02-27). Global Market Downturn Amid AI Concerns and US-Iran Tensions. devdiscourse.com Global stocks dipped on Friday as investors expressed concerns about the impact of artificial intelligence on valuations, coupled with geopolitical tensions that pushed oil prices higher. Despite Nvidia's positive earnings, worries persisted, leading to a 3.5% decline in its shares.
(2026-02-27). India court acquits Modi opponent Kejriwal in graft case. geo.tv 
Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal gestures as he speaks during a press conference at the Aam Aadmi Party office after India's Supreme Court gave temporary bail to the AAP national convenor in a liquor policy case, in New Delhi, India. — Reuters/FileAn Indian court acquitted the…
(2026-02-27). Netflix stock surges as it walks away from Warner Bros deal. aljazeera.com Netflix declined to raise its proposal to match a higher one from Paramount for Warner Bros.
(2026-02-27). Panama's Port Power Play: CK Hutchison Faces Unrest Amid U.S.-China Tensions. devdiscourse.com Authorities in Panama conducted a search of the local ports unit of Hong Kong's CK Hutchison, escalating tensions over control of two pivotal ports near the Panama Canal. This development comes amidst intensifying U.S.-China competition over global trade corridors, further straining ties between Washington and Beijing.
(2026-02-27). Palace battle into Conference League last 16. tribune.com.pk 
Crystal Palace moved into the UEFA Conference League last 16 with a 2-0 win over Zrinjski Mostar, while Fiorentina survived a huge scare against Jagiellonia Bialystok on Thursday. | Palace were held to a disappointing 1-1 draw by Bosnian side Zrinjski in the first leg of their play-off tie last week. | But Oliver Glasner's team avoided an embarrassing exit thanks to goals from Maxence Lacroix and Evann Guessand in the play-off second leg at Selhurst Park. | Playing their first European knock-out tie in the main stage of a tournament, Palace's 3-1 aggregate victory eased the pressure on the under-fire Glasner.
(2026-02-27). "Retaliatory Propaganda" : Zelensky Tries hiding 'Flamingo' Missile Factory Destruction. globalresearch.ca During the recent Munich Security Conference, He tried to reassure his
(2026-02-27). Ben-Gvir presses Israel Police for mass criminal restriction orders despite lack of intel. haaretz.com Ben-Gvir dismissed the concern voiced by Israel Police's intelligence chief, who said ordering '400-500' restriction orders by law requires current information on a person's concrete level of danger. These orders permit police to issue a range of restrictive measures…
(2026-02-27). Merz visit highlights opportunities. ecns.cn On Thursday afternoon, German Chancellor Friedrich Merz walked into a leading Chinese robotics company in Hangzhou, Zhejiang province, for a tour and a robotic performance before wrapping up a two-day China visit that was both fruitful and significant.
(2026-02-27). Churchill statue painted red by Dutch activist group in solidarity with Palestine Action. thecanary.co 
On the morning of 27 February, the statue of Winston Churchill at Parliament Square, London, was smeared with red paint: Churchill statue painted red by Dutch activist group in solidarity with Palestine Action The statue is a so-called listed sculpture and is part of a group of statues of politicians (some of the other ones […] | By
(2026-02-27). Modi in Israel: Will India inherit Mid-East's enemies through Netanyahu's 'hexagon of alliance'. hindustantimes.com Is India about to cross a line it has carefully avoided for decades? As Prime Minister Narendra Modi heads to Israel, Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is pitching a bold new idea, a "Hexagon" alliance meant to reshape the strategic map of West Asia. But here's the real question: Can India join a bloc without sacrificing its prized strategic autonomy? For years, New Delhi has walked a diplomatic tightrope, buying weapons from Israel, oil from the Gulf, maintaining ties with Iran, working with the U.S., and still claiming independent decision-making. That balancing act has been India's superpower. So what changes…
(2026-02-27). Central Banks Under Fire: Fighting Political Pressure Without Losing Credibility. moderndiplomacy.eu Across advanced and emerging economies, central bankers are confronting an increasingly assertive political class. Populist leaders and fiscally strained governments are pressing for lower interest rates, easier financing and, in some cases, greater influence over monetary authorities themselves. The response from central banks has been firm but not without risk. In defending their independence, they …
(2026-02-27). Crackdown on Morocco's Gen Z protest reaches disapora. newarab.com 
Despite the suppression of On 12 February, Zineb Kharroubi, a 28-year-old activist based in France who became a recognisable figure within the movement, was taken into custody upon landing at Marrakech airport.
(2026-02-27). The Art of the Steal and the Privatization of the Presidency. counterpunch.org 
In his State of the Union address, President Trump declared that America is entering a "Golden Age." Golden for whom? For a president who lives lavishly in a taxpayer-funded mansion, jets around to weekend golf getaways at taxpayer expense, and dismisses concerns about "affordability" as fake news, life might indeed be gilded. For the rest of
(2026-02-27). England keep Pakistan T20 World Cup hopes alive by beating New Zealand. aljazeera.com England seal top spot in Group 2 at T20 World Cup in Super Eights stage with four-wicket win against New Zealand.
(2026-02-27). Military expert comments on global arms race future. eng.belta.by In a new episode of the V Teme [On Point] project on BelTA's YouTube channel, national security expert Aleksandr Tishchenko spoke about the arms race, including nuclear, and the attempts to drag the world into it.
(2026-02-27). Gerrys clinch 14th UAE Ambassador's Cup football title. tribune.com.pk 
Gerrys emerged champions of the 14th UAE Ambassador's Cup Ramadan Football Tournament 2026 after defeating Qatar Embassy 5-2 in a thrilling final. | The prestigious annual tournament was organized by the UAE Embassy in Pakistan in collaboration with the Pakistan Football Federation, which also provided full technical support. A total of 10 teams competed in 22 matches, showcasing competitive football and strengthening people-to-people connections among diverse communities. | In the final, Gerrys delivered a commanding performance, with Khayam Khattak scoring a hat-trick while Saqib Anwar added another goal. Mu…
(2026-02-27). Argentina's general strike fights anti-worker 'reforms'. workers.org 
Since Feb. 19, the day of the general strike, the working class of Argentina has begun to organize and mobilize. The strike was in response to the actions of both the Javier Milei administration and Argentina's capitalist class, particularly over the proposed labor reform bill that seeks to roll back . . . |
(2026-02-27). China-Germany ties in numbers: A pillar of stability in uncertain world. ecns.cn German Chancellor Friedrich Merz arrived in Beijing on Wednesday for his first visit to China since taking office.
(2026-02-27). Beyond Anthropomorphism: The Science of Animal Emotions. whyy.org For decades, there was a standard warning in the field of zoology: Never anthropomorphize the animals you study. But in recent years, that attitude has started to change — and, with it, our understanding of animal sentience. On this episode, we explore what researchers are learning about the inner lives of animals, from pain in lobsters to empathy in baboons.
(2026-02-27). Cuba Falls again in the Pan American Men's Softball Tournament. radiohc.cu Havana, February 26 (RHC) — The Cuban men's softball team fell 5-0 to Colombia today and remained alone in last place in the Super Round of the Pan American Championship being held in the Colombian city of Montería. | The Cubans, who lost to Mexico this morning with a final score of 3-0, suffered their sixth defeat with only one win in this phase and will no longer be able to secure one of the five available spots for the first round of the World Cup, nor one of the six spots the event awarded for the 2027 Pan American Games in Lima. | A three-run rally by the Colombians in the very first inning against the…
(2026-02-27). Yusuf Nsibambi Explains His Political Crossing, the 2026 Elections, and the State of Uganda's Rule of Law. plusnews.ug 
When Yusuf Nsibambi, the outgoing Member of Parliament for Mawokota South, walked into the weekly press conference of the Uganda Law Society's Radical New Bar, he did not come as a triumphant politician. He came as a reflective one. Recently defeated in the January presidential and parliamentary elections, and having crossed from the Forum for …
(2026-02-27). Striking Nurses From Coast to Coast Stood Up to Corporate Forces and Won. truthout.org Historic nurses' strikes on both coasts of the United States took place simultaneously within the first two months of 2026, demonstrating the power of collective bargaining and solidarity in a common struggle against monied interests. New York City's largest nurses strike ever, numbering at about 15,000 striking nurses at its peak, culminated in agreements for workers at three private… |
(2026-02-27). WHYY Newscast for Friday 11:00 a.m. whyy.org The latest local headlines from WHYY…
(2026-02-27). Canada's PM Carney in India to reset ties and bolster trade. aljazeera.com India's foreign ministry says the visit marks a "significant step" in strengthening ties.
(2026-02-27). The importance of medical signs for women's health. thecanary.co 
Medical signs are signals sent by the body when something is wrong. Unlike symptoms, which we can feel ourselves, signs are usually seen or measured by a doctor. Together, they help us understand what is happening in the body and, if necessary, start treatment in time. Medical signs are external and internal manifestations of changes […] | By
(2026-02-27). Chinese technology brands demonstrate robust growth in total value: report. ecns.cn Chinese technology brands have demonstrated robust growth in total value and China has surpassed Japan for the first time to rank first globally in the perceptions of technology and innovation.
(2026-02-27). HK to set up key industrial innovation site. ecns.cn The Hong Kong Special Administrative Region government will earmark about HK$220 million ($28.1 million) to establish the first national manufacturing innovation center outside the Chinese mainland.
(2026-02-27). US military laser shoots down government drone in Texas incident. scmp.com The US military shot down a US government drone with a laser-based anti-drone system, an accident that prompted the Federal Aviation Administration to bar flights on Thursday in an area around Fort Hancock, Texas, congressional aides told Reuters. | The Pentagon did not immediately comment, but the FAA cited "special security reasons" in its ‚Äånotice about the restrictions on the airspace near the Mexican border.
(2026-02-27). Nuclear Power Play: Russia Invites India to Join MBIR, World's Most Powerful Research Reactor 'Built to Lead for Decades'. infobrics.org Russia says its MBIR nuclear research reactor will be ready by 2028 and will be the most powerful research reactor in the world. Russian nuclear major Rosatom has invited India to cooperate in the project, calling India a long-term strategic partner…
(2026-02-27). Saturday 3/7: Pacifica: Protest Against Fascism for International Day. indybay.org Intersection of Mori Point Road and Hwy 1 | (Turn off to The Moose Lodge) | Pacifica, CA | Parking along curb of Mori Point Road and at trail head area, and curbside of Bradford Way…
(2026-02-27). Chinese equestrian riding high Down Under. ecns.cn Australia may be known more for its kangaroos and koalas than horses, but for Chinese teenager Xie Xinyan there is no better place for equestrian sports.
(2026-02-27). Cuba Resists: an Interview With Journalist Boris Luis Cabrera. counterpunch.org Boris Luis Cabrera, 53, is a veteran Cuban journalist who writes in a style clearly influenced by the cinematic, new journalism of the 1970s. He covers a wide range of topics and, for the last 10 years, has worked as a sports reporter for the Cuban press agency, Prensa Latina. I met him in February,
(2026-02-27). Two criminal gangs from northern Myanmar completely destroyed: China's supreme court. ecns.cn The two criminal gangs from Myanmar have been completely dismantled, the Supreme People's Court of China announced on Thursday.
(2026-02-27). Newly revealed Israeli 1948 files expose 'genocidal' war orders. newarab.com 
Thousands of newly uncovered The documents, published on Thursday by Haaretz, were discovered in 2024 when zoologist Ronit Zilberman found boxes of archival material beside a dumpster in Tel Aviv. | The trove belonged to Rafi Kotzer, an early Golani Brigade fighter, and inc…
(2026-02-27). Uganda Breweries launches flavoured rum, Captain Morgan Muck Pit Melon splash. independent.co.ug 
Kampala, Uganda | PATRICIA AKANKWATSA | Party vibes and flavour-forward energy filled the grounds of Uganda Breweries Limited on Thursday evening as the company unveiled its latest innovation, Captain Morgan Muck Pit— Melon Splash, a new flavoured rum positioned for Uganda's evolving nightlife and at-home drinking culture. Speaking at the launch, Wyclef Turinawe, the Innovation Project Manager at UBL, said the new …
(2026-02-27). Amnesty slams global impunity fueling Israel's illegal West Bank annexation measures. asiapacificreport.nz Amnesty International Amnesty International has condemned Israeli authorities over unleashing a series of unlawful measures deliberately designed to dispossess Palestinians in the occupied West Bank — including East Jerusalem — and to make the annexation of the territory an irreversible reality. These decisions since December 2025 represent an unprecedented escalation — in scale and speed…
(2026-02-27). Trump's National Security Chaos: What Needs to be Done. counterpunch.org 
Earlier this week, I wrote about the dysfunction and danger associated with Donald Trump's national security policies, processes, and personnel. No one should expect the Trump administration to correct these deficiencies. It lacks the personnel, the experience, the inclination to do so. But we should nonetheless focus on what needs to be done. The most
(2026-02-27). Poland plans social-media ban for children under 15. tribune.com.pk 
Poland plans to introduce new legislation to ban social media for children under 15 years of age and will hold platforms responsible for age verification, Education Minister Barbara Nowacka told Bloomberg News in an interview published on Friday. | The ruling Civic Coalition will present the draft outline on Friday, with fines planned for platforms that remain accessible to younger users, Nowacka said, adding that the law could take effect by early 2027. | "We see the mental health of children and young people, we see a decline in their intellectual competence," said Nowacka, adding that the size of penalties…
(2026-02-27). Activists and Hollywood stars urge the boycott of Scream 7. thecanary.co 
Tatiana Maslany has taken to her Instagram to urge her followers to 'boycott Scream 7'. This call to action from the 'Orphan Black' star comes as a reminder that Melissa Barrera had been fired from Scream 7 due to her advocacy for Palestine. Since Israel began its genocide against Palestinians after October 7th, 2023, many […] | By
(2026-02-27). Pakistan Army to continue 'Op Ghazab Lil Haq' until 'desired results' achieved: DG ISPR. tribune.com.pk 
Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR) Director General Lt Gen Ahmed Sharif Chaudhry has said Pakistan's ongoing 'Operation Ghazab Lil Haq' against Afghan Taliban is producing the desired results and continues successfully. | Pakistan has "effectively repulsed" Afghan Taliban insurgents at 53 locations along the border, inflicting heavy losses while exercising restraint to avoid civilian harm, the military's spokesperson said while addressing a media briefing on Friday. | "So far, 274 Taliban insurgents have been killed and over 400 injured," he said, adding, "Seventy-three posts along the border have been des…
(2026-02-27). Cuba repels armed provocation as US tries to starve island into submission. wsws.org An armed "terrorist infiltration" by a US‚Äëflagged speedboat exposes the increasingly reckless character of Washington's regime‚Äëchange campaign.
(2026-02-27). Living Hell: Israel's Prison System as an Instrument of Oppression. counterpunch.org 
In January 2026, the Israeli human rights organization B'Tselem published a grim update to its earlier work, titled Living Hell: The Israeli Prison System as a Network of Torture Camps. This report documents the horrific conditions faced by Palestinian prisoners in Israeli jails and detention facilities, revealing structural brutality that must be understood not as isolated injustice but as part of a broader system of violence and exclusion directed against the Palestinian people.
(2026-02-27). People to protest against Britain's nuclear expansion at RAF Marham. thecanary.co 
CND, along with trade unions, civil society, and faith groups, will gather at RAF Marham on Saturday, 28 February. They're protesting against Britain's purchase of nuclear-capable F-35A fighter jets. And they're demanding that Keir Starmer reverses the plan to give the RAF a nuclear role for the first time in nearly 30 years. The protest […] | By
(2026-02-27). Thursday 3/26: Does Santa Cruz County need podcars? indybay.org Resource Center for Nonviolence (RCNV) | 612 Ocean Street, Santa Cruz, CA…
(2026-02-27). Street Vending In Kampala: Balancing Livelihoods, Law, and City Order. plusnews.ug 
Kampala's streets have long been a stage for informal trade. From small hawkers carrying goods on their backs to vendors setting up stalls along sidewalks and major roads, the city's informal economy is vital for thousands of livelihoods. Yet this same street vending on Kampala city streets has generated tension with licensed traders, city authorities, …
(2026-02-27). With the help of Magneto: The Israeli company making IDF forces invisible. haaretz.com Spectralx develops camouflage systems for ground and naval forces. Can it persuade the Israeli army to adopt its products for full-scale equipment?
(2026-02-27). Ukraine attempts to ban criticism of forced mobilization. infobrics.org The Kiev regime is intensifying its persecution of those who criticize military measures.
(2026-02-27). Roaming Charges: State of the Empire in Extremis. counterpunch.org 
The relentless exploitation of victims of tragedies and their families to advance his fascist policies is one of the most grotesque set-pieces in Trump's long-running political schtick. Last night, he once again invoked the story of a young girl (Dahlia Coleman) who was critically injured in a crash with a semi-truck driven by an immigrant from India, who was likely speeding through a construction zone to meet his employer's quota. It was a car crash, like thousands of others that happen every day. You're much more likely to be killed or seriously injured by an all-American macho man driver weaving his way home f…
(2026-02-27). Gorton Denton: Reform wants to split the left, to save itself — try harder. thecanary.co 
Reform UK's chairman, David Bull, stated on Newsnight last night, 26 February, that Labour would have won the Gorton and Denton by-election, if only they fielded Andy Burnham in the first place. Now, that looks a little odd, doesn't it? The second-place party is giving tips to the third-place party on how to beat them. […] | By
(2026-02-27). Trump's NATO ally draws red line against US after backing Iran, moves jets away from F-35 program. hindustantimes.com Turkey is quietly shifting onto a war footing as tensions between Iran and the United States surge, with Ankara reviewing contingency plans, drawing red lines on any foreign intervention inside Iran, and positioning itself as a regional stabiliser determined to shield its citizens and uphold Iranian sovereignty while pushing both Tehran and Washington toward de‚Äëescalation and diplomacy.
(2026-02-27). 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.
(2026-02-27). Thailand: Overturn sentence against women human rights defender Pimsiri 'Mook' Petchnamrob and other pro-democracy defenders. fidh.org The Observatory for the Protection of Human Rights Defenders, a partnership of the International Federation for Human Rights (FIDH) and the World Organisation Against Torture (OMCT), and the undersigned organisations condemn the sentencing of Thai women human rights defender Pimsiri "Mook" Petchnamrob alongside Anon Nampa, Somyot Pruksakasemsuk, and Phromsorn "Fah" Weerathamjaree.
25 February 2026. The undersigned organisations urge Thai authorities to immediately overturn the sentences (…) | – |
(2026-02-27). Rayner would do well to listen to her thinly veiled criticism of Starmer. thecanary.co 
The Greens just dealt Labour a crushing defeat in the once-safe red seat of Gorton and Denton. Now, Labour has some deep soul-searching to do. Unfortunately, the party hardly has a soul left to speak of. Following the loss, Labour's ex-deputy leading Angela Rayner jumped onto Twitter to advocate for 'change' within her party: This […] | By
(2026-02-27). Rukungiri Municipality Tables Draft Budget of UGX 14.46 Billion for FY 2026/27. plusnews.ug 
Rukungiri Municipal Council has tabled a draft budget for the Financial Year 2026/27 of UGX 14,469,440,000, an increase of UGX 274,365,000 from last financial year's approved budget of UGX 14,195,075,000. The draft budget was presented before the municipal council meeting by the Secretary for Finance, Planning and Administration, Fred Besigye. According to the draft estimates, …
(2026-02-27). Golden Age? Most Americans Reject Trump's Claims of Booming Economy, Poll Finds. moderndiplomacy.eu President Donald Trump has repeatedly touted the U.S. economy as "roaring" and declared inflation "defeated" since returning to office in January 2025. In his recent State of the Union address, he called it "the golden age of America," claiming unprecedented economic prosperity. However, a new Reuters/Ipsos poll suggests that most Americans across party lines do …
(2026-02-27). Fact Check: News claiming China's approval to Quranic Education is fake. ummid.com Viral news claiming China's approval to Quranic Schools and developing Islamic Education after fact check analysis has turned out to be fake.
(2026-02-27). Govt, TTAP initiate talks on negotiation framework amid political tensions. tribune.com.pk 
The federal government and opposition alliance Tehreek-e-Tahaffuz-e-Ain Pakistan (TTAP) have initiated formal contacts amid ongoing political tensions, with the first high-level engagement held at Parliament House on Friday, sources privy to the matter informed The Express Tribune. | Leader of the Opposition in the National Assembly Mahmood Khan Achakzai met Prime Minister's Advisor on Political Affairs Rana Sanaullah in the Parliament House to discuss the current political situation, opposition demands, and a potential negotiation framework, sources said. | The leaders also consulted on the agenda for a possi…
(2026-02-27). Trump says 'friendly takeover of Cuba' possible. aljazeera.com Donald Trump said "we could very well end up having a friendly takeover of Cuba" by the US.
(2026-02-27). England's thrilling win over New Zealand keeps Pakistan alive in T20 World Cup. tribune.com.pk 
Rehan Ahmed and Will Jacks smashed 44 off 16 balls to take England to a thrilling four-wicket T20 World Cup win in Colombo that denied New Zealand a guaranteed place in the semi-finals but kept Pakistan's slender hopes alive. | New Zealand would have joined England in the knockouts with a win in their final Super Eights match and they scored 159-6 after opting to bat. | England lost wickets early and looked like they would be squeezed out at 117-6, needing 43 from the last three overs. | But Ahmed and Jacks took 22 off the 18th over from Glenn Phillips to turn the match on its head. | Ahmed blasted 19 off seve…
(2026-02-27). Bangladesh court requests Interpol red notice for disgraced Tulip Siddiq. thecanary.co 
In yet another Labour scandal, MP Tulip Siddiq is facing an Interpol red notice request from Bangladesh. A court has ordered authorities to seek her arrest on corruption charges related to a real estate project. This follows three previous convictions in absentia sentencing her to six years in prison for separate corruption cases involving her […] | By
(2026-02-27). Japan Should Adopt Regulation to Counter Uyghur Forced Labor. hrw.org Click to expand Image | Japanese lawmakers and Uyghur activists attend a Japan Uyghur Association event in Tokyo to address Chinese government's atrocity crimes in Xinjiang, February 25, 2026. | © 2026 Teppei Kasai/Human Rights Watch…
(2026-02-27). Champions League draw delivers heavyweight match-ups. thecanary.co 
The draw for the quarter-finals of the Champions League resulted in heavy-caliber confrontations, led by the renewed clash between Real Madrid and Manchester City, in a confrontation that has become a constant headline for recent seasons in the continental championship, while Barcelona breathed a sigh of relief after avoiding facing defending champions Paris Saint-Germain, colliding […] | By
(2026-02-27). Stolen Gulu Hospital vehicle sold for Shs45 million in Kenya. independent.co.ug 
Gulu, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | An employee of the USAID Uganda Health Activity (USAID-UHA) has allegedly confessed to stealing and selling a vehicle belonging to Gulu Regional Referral Hospital for 45 million shillings. The suspect, a 40-year-old male Ugandan, was arrested over the weekend in Gulu City after he reportedly returned from Karenga District. …
(2026-02-27). Former Radical Green New Zealand PM Jacinda Ardern is Relocating to Australia. wattsupwiththat.com This isn't fair – take her back New Zealand, she's your problem.
(2026-02-27). Agricultural Development Agenda for BRICS. infobrics.org As India assumes leadership of BRICS, it has a rare opportunity to place agriculture firmly at the centre of the bloc's agenda. For a grouping that includes 11 countries, most of them developing economies with deep agricultural roots, this focus is not optional. It is foundational…
(2026-02-27). Heads Up NJ: Deathhouse Dealer PNK Group w/ Warehouse in (or near) Winslow, NJ. fightbackbetter.com Winslow NJ is already the site of a swirling controversy over possible plans to construct a regional prison facility to…
(2026-02-27). Morocco's Socialist Union embraces Polisario members. newarab.com 
(2026-02-27). New poll show US sympathies shift in Israel Palestinian conflict. newarab.com 
That shift accelerated during Now, their support is abo…
(2026-02-27). These events at Berlinale 2026 revealed truth is impossible to ignore. ummid.com The debate at Berlinale 2026 ultimately reanimates a familiar philosophical polarity: aesthetic autonomy versus ethical engagement.
(2026-02-27). February's Financial Frenzy: Stock Market Tanks on Tech, Banking Concerns. devdiscourse.com Wall Street extended its selloff on Friday, with tech and financial shares driving the S&P 500 and Nasdaq toward their largest monthly losses since March 2025. Concerns about AI, tariffs, and geopolitical tensions clouded a February that saw a significant rotation into traditional economy stocks.
(2026-02-27). Russian Intelligence Statement: The UK and France's Nuclear Plans in Ukraine? globalresearch.ca On 24 February 2026, exactly on the fourth anniversary of the start of the special military operation, Russia's Foreign Intelligence Service (SVR) issued a rather tough statement. According to its information, London and Paris, seeing how the situation on the …
(2026-02-27). Vijay Prashad: Bombs That Polish the Skulls of the Dead. consortiumnews.com With New START now expired, the United States' withdrawal from arms control treaties and its embrace of nuclear "warfighting" doctrines are raising the risk of catastrophic conflict between nuclear powers. By Vijay Prashad Tricontinental: Institute for Social Research On Feb. 5,…
(2026-02-27). Tree Spiking in Upper Middle Feather Watershed. indybay.org Loggers beware!… We have spiked before and we will spike again until logging ends.
(2026-02-27). The death, and life, of Khabazela: a portrait of Abahlali's 26th martyr for land rights. peoplesdispatch.org On the forefront of the resistance to South Africa's land mafia preying on the urban poor, 52-year-old Khabazela, treasurer of the shack-dwellers movement Abahlali baseMjondolo's branch in eNkanini occupation, was gunned down earlier this month.
(2026-02-27). Itikaf 2026 at Haramain: Where and How to Register. ummid.com The General Presidency for the Affairs of the Two Holy Mosques has started from Friday Ramadan 03, 1447 AH corresponding to February 20, 2026, online registration for the prospective worshipers intending to perform Itikaf at the Grand Mosque in Makkah and The Prophet's Mosque, Masjid e Nabawi.
(2026-02-27). World BEYOND War Annual Report 2025. worldbeyondwar.org 
By World BEYOND War, February 27, 2026 | Here's a colorfully illustrated PDF about what we did in the year 2025 and how we did it:…
(2026-02-27). The ICRC activities in Russia and Belarus, 2025. icrc.org Facts and Figures…
(2026-02-27). Planning to Buy a Bike on EMI? How to Budget Your Purchase the Smart Way. ummid.com Understanding the components of a Bike Loan, the role of interest rates, and the use of tools like a Bike Loan EMI Calculator can help you make an informed decision.
(2026-02-27). Trump: want to use military force against Iran, but sometimes you have. haaretz.com He later commented that he would not allow Iran to enrich uranium at all, adding that Tehran 'doesn't want to go quite far enough, and it's too bad.' Meanwhile, several countries recommended their citizens not to visit Israel or Iran amid mounting tensions…
(2026-02-27). Viral ice hockey romance 'Heated Rivalry' returning in 2027. tribune.com.pk 
The second season of the viral, boundary-pushing ice hockey drama "Heated Rivalry" is officially on the way. | Show creator Jacob Tierney revealed on "CBS Mornings" on Thursday that the fan-fueled phenomenon will return in April 2027. | Tierney shared that the writers' room is already in full swing and cameras are set to roll in August. | "There will be more 'Heated Rivalry' on your TVs, like, truly, as soon as humanly possible," he told host Gayle King. | Based on Rachel Reid's beloved book series, the Canadian drama exploded across social media for its electric mix of hockey intensity and heartfelt LGBTQ+ ro…
(2026-02-27). Royal Mail bosses summoned to parliament to answer for their failings. thecanary.co 
Royal Mail bosses are being called to Parliament to answer for the company's current failures. The news comes after hundreds of people contacted BBC Your Voice to complain about late deliveries. Of course, the news follows less than one year after the company was bought out by Czech billionaire Daniel Kretinsky. The move is the latest nail […] | By
(2026-02-27). With Rassvet and Zorki arriving, Russia no longer needs Starlink. infobrics.org Starlink played crucial role for Ukrainian forces in the conflict with Russia.
(2026-02-27). China: Released Tibetan environmental defender Anya Sengdra subjected to ongoing harassment. fidh.org The Observatory for the Protection of Human Rights Defenders, a partnership between the International Federation for Human Rights (FIDH) and the World Organisation Against Torture (OMCT), welcomes the release of Tibetan environmental rights defender Anya Sengdra on 7 February 2026 from Mianyang Prison in Sichuan Province. His release comes five months after the original completion of his seven-year prison sentence, which Chinese authorities had arbitrarily extended. While this long-overdue (…) | – |
(2026-02-27). Australian government plans "tough" austerity budget. wsws.org Albanese's ministers are seeking to satisfy a drumbeat of demands by the corporate ruling class for much sharper cuts to social spending.
(2026-02-27). EACOP hands over Nyamasoga-Katooke road. independent.co.ug 
Hoima, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | The East African Crude Oil Pipeline (EACOP) in partnership with Hoima City, has handed over the newly constructed Nyamasoga — KatookeRoad under its Socio-Economic Investment (SEI) programme. This initiative aimed to enhance community livelihoods and improve local infrastructure, improve trade, and support everyday activities within areas along the pipeline …
(2026-02-27). Resistance is History, Resistance is Life. counterpunch.org Ramzy Baroud, editor of the Palestine Chronicle, which has been the most reliable English language news source regarding the conflict in Palestine since before October 2, 2023 and even more so since that date, writes history from the heart. His stories of families (including his own) and their lives as refugees, freedom fighters, doctors and
(2026-02-27). Near-blind Rohingya refugee found dead after border patrol release. aljazeera.com Nurul Amin Shah Alam, a nearly-blind Rohingya refugee, was found dead days after US Border Patrol agents released him.
(2026-02-27). Woolworths' AI Agent Rambled About Its 'Mother'. It's A Sign Of Deeper Problems With The Tech Rollout. menafn.com (MENAFN – The Conversation) Recently some Australian shoppers got more than they bargained for when they chatted with Woolworths' artificial intelligence (AI) assistant, Olive.Instead of sticking …
(2026-02-27). 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.
(2026-02-27). Pro-Palestine organisers stand trial in landmark UK protest case. newarab.com 
The trial of two prominent
(2026-02-27). App Trends to Implement for Side Hustle Success in 2026. moderndiplomacy.eu Users expect apps to be easy to use and operate smoothly without odd crashes or bugs. However, to reach success and, of course, revenue, having a functional app is not enough. The app, for one, needs to embrace the latest innovations, and the app type must also be in demand. Let's explore some of the …
(2026-02-27). 'We are culture': How immigrant communities in Philadelphia are cultivating identity and creativity through dance. whyy.org From Philly and the Pa. suburbs to South Jersey and Delaware, what would you like WHYY News to cover? Growing up, Sharis Luna-Cruz wasn't always connected with the cultural traditions of Mexico, her parents' home country. | The 16-year-old said her Spanish "wasn't great," and she identified as American more than anything else, because she was born in Pennsylvania. | But that changed at age 14, when Luna-Cruz started taking classes with
(2026-02-27). Is Europe a Possessed Continent? fairobserver.com Europe finds itself submerged in a deepening crisis, financial, social and political. The media struggle in their attempts to describe it, but their failure to do so contributes to the confusion and aggravates its effects. The result appears in the astonishingly unfavorable ratings of Europe's most prominent politicians, notably in France, Germany and the United…
(2026-02-27). How Taliban-Ruled Afghanistan Is Destabilising South Asia. thinktank.pk In recent months, rising tensions between Pakistan and the Taliban-led Afghanistan have underscored a stark reality: the Taliban regime poses a serious security threat not only to Pakistan but to the broader South Asia region. This threat is rooted in militant safe havens, cross-border violence, and an ideology that emboldens terrorism. Clashes at the Pakistan—Afghanistan …
(2026-02-27). Carney Heads to India in Bid to Recast Canada as a 'Middle Power' Trade Hub. moderndiplomacy.eu Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney arrives in Mumbai on his first official visit to India seeking to reset strained relations and advance an ambitious trade agenda designed to reduce Canada's dependence on the United States. The visit marks a significant recalibration in Ottawa's foreign policy. After years of diplomatic friction under Justin Trudeau, Carney is …
(2026-02-27). Vaccination is Not a Pandemic Solution. globalresearch.ca Non‚Äësterilizing vaccines—those that prevent severe disease but fail to block infection or transmission—create an environment ripe for pathogen evolution.
(2026-02-27). Exclusive: Lebanon seeks $9bn for army ahead of Paris summit. newarab.com 
The Cairo meeting, held on Tuesday, was the sole official preparatory session for the 5 March Paris conference aimed at reinforcing Lebanon's Armed Forces (LAF) and Internal Security Forces (ISF).
(2026-02-27). KCET 2026 Last Date to Apply Extended One Last Time. ummid.com The Karnataka Examination Authority (KEA) has extended once again the last date of application for the Karnataka Common Entrance Test 2026 or KCET 2026, the compulsory entrance exam conducted for admission in Engineering, Medical, Pharmacy and other professional degree courses.
(2026-02-27). Egypt man held after driving jeep with Israeli flag into crowd. newarab.com 
(2026-02-27). Saturday 2/28: 2026 Folsom Black History Tour – Kickoff for 60th Anniversary of Leidesdorff Plaza. indybay.org Leidesdorff Plaza | Sutter St. & Leodesdorff St: | Historic Folsom Station…
(2026-02-27). Saturday 2/28: Puppy Love Picnic. indybay.org César Chávez Park, 11 Spinnaker Way, Waterfront/Northwest Berkeley, CA…
(2026-02-27). Correctional Services unveils new uniform insignia. sanews.gov.za Correctional Services unveils new uniform insignia | Correctional Services Minister, Dr Pieter Groenewald, will unveil new uniform insignia and preside over a medal ceremony to honour long-serving officials of the Department of Correctional Services on Friday. | "The medal ceremony forms part of the department's renewed effort to recognise and honour officials who have demonstrated unwavering dedication, commitment and exemplary service over extended periods," the department said in a statement. | This first cohort will honour officials with 40 years of service and above, with a total of 80 qualifying officials…
(2026-02-27). Philippines: Caring for conflict-affected people. icrc.org Facts and figures from January to December 2025…
(2026-02-27). Hollywood-style scene: Egyptian thief climbs down from 10th floor. albawaba.com 
ALBAWABA – An Egyptian thief has performed a Hollywood-style robbery after he climbed a residential tower towards 10th floor to rob one of the houses.The incident took place in one of the residential towers in Cairo on Tuesday, Feb. 24, when one of the people reached the 10th floor to rob a house, but due to his bad luck, he was caught by residents.However, once he reached a high place, he was seen by people who attempted to catch him, so he jumped from the 10th floor to the one below and landed on the air conditioner fan, then he climbed down searching for an open window to save his life. During his dramatic sce…
(2026-02-27). Haitian TPS Holders Need You To Step Up Today! wibailoutpeople.org 
2/26/26 Dear Friends, 1. If your representative has not yet signed (see discharge petition), call the Congressional House switchboard, (202) 224-3121. Say your zip code and ask to be connected to your Representative. When you are connected, say "My name is ______, I live in (city/state/zip code). I am calling to urge Representative _______ to sign …
(2026-02-27). Khamenei 'vanishes underground' as leak ties Rouhani, Zarif to succession plot. hindustantimes.com Iran's already murky power struggle has taken a darker turn with fresh claims that Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei has been moved into a secret underground shelter, where senior officials are reportedly blindfolded before being driven to his location to ensure his hideout cannot be traced. This comes amid reports of a plot to oust Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei during January's unrest. The alleged scheme, first detailed by France's Le Figaro, accused former president Hassan Rouhani and ex—foreign minister Javad Zarif of quietly trying to sideline Khamenei with the help of reformist clerics and…
(2026-02-27). Australia: Police confiscate anti-genocide placard at Ramadan festival in Lakemba. wsws.org The police theft of a placard featuring the face of Israeli war criminal Netanyahu and the caption "wanted" was a provocation that would have been approved at high levels of the NSW government and police command.
(2026-02-27). On the Way to the New Feudalism. globalresearch.ca The international order of states is currently being dismantled in a shock process. The ideological accompaniment to this is called: The Dark Enlightenment…
(2026-02-27). Why did Bad Bunny's Super Bowl show hit a nerve? aljazeera.com Bad Bunny as a case study in global relevance and diaspora power.
(2026-02-27). From COVID Pandemic Promises to Cancer Concerns: The Alarming Evidence Emerging in 2026. globalresearch.ca In the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic, mRNA vaccines have become a focal point of intense debate, with growing scrutiny over their long-term safety profile, or lack thereof. | What began as a revolutionary tool hailed for ending the crisis has …
(2026-02-27). DJI challenges U.S. over import ban. ecns.cn In its petition, DJI argued that the FCC's decision was procedurally flawed and substantively defective, saying the regulator made the decision without providing any substantive evidence that its products threaten U.S. national security.
(2026-02-27). Transnational crimes under the spotlight at regional police meeting. sanews.gov.za Transnational crimes under the spotlight at regional police meeting | Law enforcement agencies within the Southern Africa region have committed to strengthening collaboration in the fight against cross-border and transnational organised crime. | This is according to National Police Commissioner, General Fannie Masemola, who was speaking on Thursday at a two-day consultative meeting attended by heads of police in Botswana on transnational organised crime. | This high-level meeting has brought together police chiefs and specialised detectives and intelligence operatives from Botswana, Namibia, Angola, Zambia, and…
(2026-02-27). Delhi liquor policy case: How charges against Kejriwal, Sisodia collapsed in court | Tell Me Why. hindustantimes.com In this week's edition of Tell Me Why, we examine how the case against Arvind Kejriwal and Manish Sisodia fell apart. The CBI appealed to the Delhi High Court hours after a special court discharged Arvind Kejriwal and 23 others in the excise policy case. An emotional Kejriwal proclaimed his honesty. Joined by Manish Sisodia, he celebrated with supporters as AAP marked the court victory HT's Sunetra Choudhury breaks it down.
(2026-02-27). K-P launches Dengue Action Plan 2026 ahead of peak season. tribune.com.pk 
The Khyber-Pakhtunkhwa (K-P) Health Department has launched the Dengue Action Plan 2026 across the province on Friday as an early measure to prevent possible outbreaks and protect public health. The plan was approved by the chief secretary of K-P, and its implementation was formally initiated in a meeting chaired by the health minister and secretary health. | The meeting reviewed the current dengue situation and emphasised strong coordination, timely reporting, and preventive steps before the peak season. Officials stated that the government is taking proactive measures to reduce the risk of outbreaks and ensu…
(2026-02-27). National Bank outlines advantages of Belarus' cryptobanks. eng.belta.by During a joint meeting of the two chambers of the National Assembly of Belarus on 27 February, Chairman of the Board of the National Bank of Belarus Roman Golovchenko outlined the advantages of cryptobanks for citizens and businesses.
(2026-02-27). Fascism and the Working Class Struggle: CWA 1104 Education Division Panel. indybay.org The CWA 1104 Education Division held a panel on the Working-Class Struggle against Fascism…
(2026-02-27). Union, Spiro launch "Zuukuka" campaign to push electric boda bodas and clean air agenda. independent.co.ug 
Kampala, Uganda | PATRICIA AKANKWATSA | The United Boda-Boda Riders Cooperative Union on Thursday partnered with Spiro to launch a nationwide clean air campaign dubbed "Zuukuka — Make the Smart Move," aimed at accelerating the transition from petrol-powered motorcycles to electric boda bodas in Kampala. The campaign was launched at the UMA Multipurpose Hall in Lugogo against growing concern over air pollution in the …
(2026-02-27). Israel Responsible for Two-Thirds of Journalist Deaths in 2025: Press Freedom Group. scheerpost.com Israeli tank. Roded Shlomo Pikiwiki Israel, CC BY 2.5 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 Brad Reed / A new…
(2026-02-27). Studio 2 Tavern Revolution 250: The Hessians. whyy.org Studio 2 invites you to a special Tavern Revolution event—an evening of history, conversation, and community.
(2026-02-27). 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.
(2026-02-27). FM Dar briefs Saudi Arabia, Türkiye, Egypt on Pakistan's 'befitting' response to Taliban aggression. tribune.com.pk 
Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar briefed his Saudi, Turkish and Egyptian counterparts on Friday about Pakistan's "befitting" response to aggression by the Afghan Taliban and the justified the use of military force against the neighbour. | Pakistani forces targeted key military installations of the Afghan Taliban regime in Kabul, Kandahar, and Paktia through effective airstrikes, early on Friday. The military spokesperson said the ongoing 'Operation Ghazab Lil Haq' against the Afghan Taliban was producing the desired results and continued successfully. | He said Pakistan had "effectively rep…
(2026-02-27). Bezzecchi beats Marquez in practice. tribune.com.pk 
Marco Bezzecchi set a new track record to finish fastest ahead of defending world champion Marc Marquez in practice for the season-opening Thailand MotoGP on Friday. | Aprilia's Bezzecchi roared round the Buriram course in 1 min 28.526 sec to top the timesheets, 0.421 sec in front of Ducati's second-placed Marquez. | Marquez is launching his bid for a record-equalling eighth world title this weekend after dominating the competition last season. | But Bezzecchi proved he will be a force to be reckoned with in a practice session that somehow stayed mostly dry despite ominous dark clouds and rumbles of thunder.
(2026-02-27). Australia: Still a client state in a corporate empire. independentaustralia.net 
(2026-02-27). New addiction recovery programs and family support services coming to Sussex County. whyy.org What are journalists missing from the state of Delaware? What would you most like WHYY News to cover? Families in Sussex County, Delaware, navigating addiction will soon have a new place to turn for support. | Founded in 2011 in Montgomery County, Pennsylvania,
(2026-02-27). Deputy President launches R100m Wits Hydrogen Facility. sanews.gov.za Deputy President launches R100m Wits Hydrogen Facility | Deputy President Paul Mashatile says South Africa's green hydrogen ambitions must anchor a new era of reindustrialisation, urging the country to "build what we use and innovate what we export". | This as he launched the R100 million Wits Strategic Hydrogen Localisation Investment Facility (Wits-SAHLI) on Friday. | Speaking at the University of the Witwatersrand's West Campus, Deputy President Mashatile positioned the hydrogen initiative as more than a research milestone — but a national turning point in rebuilding domestic manufacturing capacity and r…
(2026-02-27). 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.
(2026-02-27). Awkward scenes as Modi visit to Israel ends in protocol row. newarab.com 
Indian Prime Minister According to Israeli news site YNet, Indian officials had expected "sensitive talks" to take place during the dinner and wer…
(2026-02-27). HC Dinamo Minsk to seek another big win over HC Sochi in back-to-back clash. eng.belta.by Dmitri Kvartalnov's team will face HC Sochi for the second time in 72 | hours. The game on 25 February ended in a crushing 7-2 victory for the | Minsk Bisons.
(2026-02-27). The Strait of Hormuz and Iran: Where Geography becomes a Weapon. juancole.com
(2026-02-27). Three Times the Cost, Causes Earthquakes—Roll on the Green Power Revolution! wattsupwiththat.com So it's OK to have earthquakes three times as powerful as from fracking, because geothermal is "good" and fracking "bad".
(2026-02-27). Dog Fight in New York: Rep Randy Fine's Latest Attack on American Muslims. counterpunch.org 
On February 15, Congressman Randy Fine took to X (formerly Twitter) to defend dogs and offend Muslims. Fine posted that "If they force us to choose, the choice between dogs and Muslims is not a difficult one." Where on earth did that come from? Fine, a Republican representing Florida's 6th Congressional District, was reacting to
(2026-02-27). Israeli settlers violently attack foreign 'solidarity activists'. aljazeera.com Israeli settlers attacked a 71-year-old foreign woman and 51-year-old foreign man in the occupied West Bank.
(2026-02-27). Gen Z doesn't have the same hang-ups about Iran as older Americans. responsiblestatecraft.org As tensions build in the Middle East and the U.S. and Iran
(2026-02-27). RAMpocalypse Hits Global Tech. aljazeera.com Tensions in the global tech market are rising as AI fuels unprecedented demand for memory chips.
(2026-02-27). Germany's Merz meets China's tech vanguard, including Alibaba and Unitree CEOs. scmp.com German Chancellor Friedrich Merz visited China's eastern tech hub of Hangzhou on Thursday and met leading figures including those from Alibaba Group Holding and Unitree Robotics, signalling growing international recognition of the country's robotics and artificial intelligence technologies. | Merz had lunch and took group photos with local entrepreneurs, including Alibaba CEO Eddie Wu Yongming and Unitree founder and CEO Wang Xingxing, according to a social media account run by Chinese state…
(2026-02-27). Al-Nassr returns as Top Football Club in SPL 2025/26. ummid.com Al-Nassr FC has replaced Al Hilal as top football club in Saudi Pro League (SPL) 2025-26 Table, as per the latest standings released on Sunday February 22, 2026 after MatchWeek23 (MW23).
(2026-02-27). Former MI6 chief who went after Corbyn, comes for Polanski. thecanary.co 
Sir Richard Dearlove, the former head of MI6, is back doing what he does best — smearing left-wing leaders. After his baseless attacks on Jeremy Corbyn, he's now set his sights on Zack Polanski. Dearlove described Polanski's view of geopolitics as "verging on the absurd, this man is really dangerous" and a potential far-left alliance […] | By
(2026-02-27). Deadly Encounter: Notorious Criminal Falls in Agra. devdiscourse.com A notorious criminal with a bounty of Rs 50,000 met his end during a police encounter in Agra's Ekta area. The operation involved the Uttar Pradesh Police Special Task Force and local police. The criminal, identified as Pawan alias Kallu, hailed from Ghaziabad's Loni area.
(2026-02-27). Marriyum Aurangzeb highlights NFC Award challenges at Pakistan Governance Forum. tribune.com.pk 
Senior Provincial Minister Marriyum Aurangzeb participated in the Pakistan Governance Forum in Islamabad on Friday, organised by the Federal Planning and Development Division, where she presented a comprehensive analysis of the objectives, challenges and current fiscal realities of the National Finance Commission (NFC) Award while emphasising the need to protect the rights of smaller provinces. | She stated that the NFC is the constitutional backbone of Pakistan's fiscal federalism and fundamentally a trust compact between the federation and the provinces, adding that it should operate as a true partnership be…
(2026-02-27). FO Talks: Are Companies Using Software to Quietly Eliminate Your Legal Rights? fairobserver.com Fair Observer's Communications and Outreach officer, Roberta Campani, speaks with physicist and former Chief Algorithm Officer Bill Softky about how digital systems are reshaping modern law. Drawing on information theory and decades in Silicon Valley, Softky argues that corporations are exploiting the mechanics of information processing to "hack" legal systems. What began as a technical…
(2026-02-27). 84 reported killed in intensified Pakistan—Afghanistan border clashes. albawaba.com ALBAWABA- At least 84 people were reported killed as heavy fighting erupted along the Pakistan—Afghanistan border on Thursday, marking one of the deadliest escalations in recent months.Pakistan's Ministry of Defence said Afghan Taliban forces launched "unprovoked" attacks across several sectors of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province, including Chitral, Khyber, Mohmand, Kurram, and Bajaur. Islamabad stated its forces mounted an "immediate and effective response," claiming 44 Taliban fighters were killed, multiple border posts destroyed and equipment damaged.Pakistan's Information Minister, Attaullah Tarar, said two…
(2026-02-27). Belarus, China reaffirm unfailing implementation of all agreements of two national leaders. eng.belta.by Maxim Ryzhenkov and Zhang Wenchuan exchanged opinions about topical items on the bilateral agenda and the international one. They also discussed the schedule of the contacts the leaders of the two countries are expected to have in 2026.
(2026-02-27). Where Jokes Land You in Jail and Killers Celebrated. ummid.com When laughter is patrolled and policed, what follows is not respect but fear.
(2026-02-27). Matt Goodwin blames loss to white woman on Muslims. thecanary.co 
Matt Goodwin was Reform UK's candidate in the Gorton & Denton. As we reported, he ran a campaign which was openly antagonistic towards the Muslim community in the constituency. This wasn't surprising, of course, as his campaign team was stacked full of racists. Now that Goodwin has lost, he's blaming the Muslim voters he repeatedly […] | By
(2026-02-27). Pro-Palestine Green candidate Hannah Spencer wins UK by-election. newarab.com 
A pro-Palestinian Hannah Spencer's by-election win in Gorton and Denton — the Greens' first ever parliamentary by-election triumph — reflects growing appetite for insurgent, left-wing alternatives and underlines the party's expanding appeal among younger voters and the constituency's sizeable Muslim population. | Hannah Spencer, a…
(2026-02-27). MABIRIZI: Prison cannot stop my activism. independent.co.ug 
Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Legal activist Male Mabirizi Hassan Kiwanuka has said his imprisonment is not going to cow him to stop advocating for a better-run judiciary and country at large. Speaking to Uganda Radio Network at Luzira Prison, where he was remanded following his arrest three weeks ago, Mabirizi said that although he …
(2026-02-27). Report: ICE Using Palantir Tool That Feeds On Medicaid Data. wibailoutpeople.org 
(2026-02-27). Concern at witness behaviour at Ad Hoc Committee. sanews.gov.za Concern at witness behaviour at Ad Hoc Committee | Speaker of the National Assembly Thoko Didiza has noted with concern the "unfortunate developments" at the Ad Hoc Committee established to investigate allegations made by the KwaZulu-Natal Police Commissioner Lieutenant-General Nhlanhla Mkhwanazi. | During the proceedings on Thursday, one of the witnesses, Paul O'Sullivan, walked out while giving evidence before the committee. | "Parliamentary committees are constitutionally mandated to conduct oversight, gather evidence, and interrogate matters of public importance in a manner that upholds the dignity, authority…
(2026-02-27). Elephant attacks man during temple festival in Kerala. tribune.com.pk 
During a temple festival in Kerala, India, a disgruntled elephant suddenly attacked a 26-year-old man, grabbing him with its trunk and throwing him to the ground, leaving him seriously injured as footage of the incident went viral on social media. | Devotees had assembled at the Anamanda Mahadeva Temple for the yearly celebration of Valiya Vilakku when the regrettable tragedy took place. | The elephant is seen standing in the video, with one man standing near the animal and another climbing onto its back. | The elephant suddenly veered in his direction, suddenly lifting the man and tossing him away after wrapp…
(2026-02-27). Golovchenko: Growing confidence in Belarusian ruble strengthens economic stability. eng.belta.by Trust in the Belarusian ruble is increasing, Chairman of the Board of the National Bank of Belarus Roman Golovchenko said during a joint meeting of the two chambers of the National Assembly of Belarus on 27 February.
(2026-02-27). Golovchenko: Belarus-Russia settlements are now fully independent of third-country currencies. eng.belta.by Foreign currency plays no role in facilitating trade between Belarus and Russia, Chairman of the Board of the National Bank of Belarus Roman Golovchenko said during a joint meeting of the two chambers of the National Assembly of Belarus on 27 February.
(2026-02-27). 'No longer a threat': How Canada U-turned on India ahead of Carney visit. aljazeera.com Canadian officials say India is no longer a 'security threat' after allegations of transnational violence rocked ties.
(2026-02-27). Naomi Bethune on Anti-Black History Month? fair.org 
(2026-02-27). Asif declares 'open war' as Taliban turn Afghanistan into 'India's colony'. tribune.com.pk 
(2026-02-27). Daily Memo: Another Kavanaugh Stop, Woman Detained and Released Outside Courthouse. lataco.com Today, ICE was observed stopping a vehicle in Colton, hanging around Riverside, San Bernardino, at the Santa Maria Jail again, and in Escondido. In Paramount, ICE was seen taking a man off the street. Community members were also able to pressure agents back to their field office in Oxnard. In San Diego, community members confronted ICE in a parked vehicle outside of Lincoln High School. The agent pepper-sprayed the community watcher before driving off.
(2026-02-27). Sunnova's Continuing Mess: Buyer Beware (Part II). wattsupwiththat.com Journalists stuck in the climate alarmist, forced energy transformation mode are in a pickle. One hopes they can find another employment short of changing their views internally, a very difficult process. But Ms. Wood is at the beginning of her career. Maybe watching this video of Richard Feynman, "The Easiest Person to Fool Is Yourself", will help the process. And as Milton and Rose Friedman noted (Free to Choose (1979), p. xii.):…
(2026-02-27). Knesset fake medal for Modi: An empty stunt without honor. haaretz.com The 'medal' never existed — Ohana staged it in secret, ignoring opposition and Knesset legal advice — a hollow gesture that mocked both Modi and Israel's parliament. Experts say the Indian leader likely didn't notice — but the stunt exposed the depths of Knesset chaos and political gamesmanship…
(2026-02-27). As lackeys award Modi a fake medal, PM extends his bid to control the media. haaretz.com Speaker Amir Ohana made up the Medal of the Knesset and hung it around the Indian prime minister's neck ‚ñ The process for selling Channel 13 — and its news division — is looking like the latest corruption case that should be investigated by the police ‚ñ Netanyahu makes clear he's not fussed by the murders in the Arab community ‚ñ If only Israel treated Braverman like Mandelson…
(2026-02-27). 60th Anniversary of Leidesdorff Plaza – reflecting upon profound words by Tova Leidesdorf. indybay.org The past is our heritage, the present our opportunity and the future our hope. Let us make hope and peace our mission in life and realize that America the Beautiful is here to stay."
(2026-02-27). UN Experts Rebut Olympics Sex Testing Plan. hrw.org Click to expand Image | International Olympic Committee (IOC) President Kirsty Coventry speaks at the Olympic House, in Lausanne, Switzerland, June 25, 2025. | © 2025 Jean-Christophe Bott/Keystone via AP Photo…
(2026-02-27). SAG-AFTRA negotiations begin: What are the issues facing actors and other industry workers? wsws.org The conditions today are even more tense and fraught than those that led to a 118-day strike in 2023.
(2026-02-27). Ibrahim Traore: Generating Contours Of A New Pan-African Identity. ummid.com Ibrahim Traoré, the interim leader of Burkina Faso since a 2022 coup, is increasingly viewed as a voice for a new, anti-imperialist world order in Africa.
(2026-02-27). 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.
(2026-02-27). We Didn't Just Get Expensive Electricity. We Built a System That Makes It Inevitable. wattsupwiththat.com Electricity is not a luxury. It is a necessity that underpins economic growth, public safety, and household stability. Ensuring its affordability requires more than promises. It requires policies that encourage efficient investment, allocate risk appropriately, and maintain reliability.
(2026-02-27). Trump's billion-dollar armada faces Iran's 'invisible killer' underwater drones in Middle East 'War'. hindustantimes.com Iran has intensified naval operations in the Persian Gulf, unveiling advanced unmanned underwater vehicles that extend its fight from the shoreline down to the seabed and directly threaten U.S. forces in and around the Strait of Hormuz, the narrow corridor that carries nearly 20% of the world's oil. Branded by analysts as low‚Äëcost "invisible killer" drones, these Nazir‚Äëseries UUVs can loiter silently for up to 24 hours at depths of around 200 meters, exploit shallow, acoustically complex Gulf waters, and combine mine‚Äëwarfare and torpedo‚Äëattac…
(2026-02-27). China refutes false remarks made by Japan, other nations at 61st Session of Human Rights Council. ecns.cn China's representative firmly rejected false remarks made by Japan and a small number of other countries concerning China at the 61st session of the UN Human Rights Council on Wednesday in Geneva, Switzerland.
(2026-02-27). Tracey Emin: A Second Life Tate Modern's Must-See Retrospective Explores Trauma And Transcendence. menafn.com (MENAFN – The Conversation) The most powerful art speaks of and to the emotions. It tackles trauma and cathartically helps us to cope with it. It acknowledges pain, suffering and betrayal. It goes …
(2026-02-27). Consulate warns Chinese citizens against traveling to Japan following Osaka robbery incident. ecns.cn A Chinese national was robbed of a backpack containing 5 million yen (about $33,000) in cash by unidentified assailants in Osaka's Sumiyoshi Ward on Wednesday, with the suspect still at large, the Consulate-General of China in Osaka announced.
(2026-02-27). Live at 1pm Eastern: SCOTUS TO KILL CLIMATE LAWSUITS? — The Climate Realism Show. wattsupwiththat.com The Supreme Court has agreed to hear a case that could end the practice of cities suing energy companies, claiming their businesses harm the public by increasing greenhouse gas emissions and causing global warming. In 2018, Boulder County, Colorado, sued ExxonMobil and Suncor, blaming them for contributing to worldwide emissions, with the aim of collecting a massive damage award. If this case goes against Boulder County, it could be a landmark decision that clarifies that national energy policy is set by the federal government through the people's elected representatives—not radical activists who find a fri…
(2026-02-27). Sabor y Tradición: Dulce de harina con coco y queso y tortilla de maíz. cubadebate.cu Sé que en estos momentos se tiene mucha dificultad para hacer cualquier dulce, pero se pueden hacer variantes y sustituir un producto por otro. Les propongo para hoy dulce de harina con coco y queso y tortilla de maíz tierno o seco, tanto salada como dulce. Espero que les resulte.
(2026-02-27). Sabor y Tradición: Dulce de harina con coco y queso y tortilla de maíz. cubadebate.cu Sé que en estos momentos se tiene mucha dificultad para hacer cualquier dulce, pero se pueden hacer variantes y sustituir un producto por otro. Les propongo para hoy dulce de harina con coco y queso y tortilla de maíz tierno o seco, tanto salada como dulce. Espero que les resulte.
(2026-02-27). Declaraciones del viceministro de Relaciones Exteriores de la República de Cuba, Carlos Fernández de Cossío. radiohc.cu En el día de ayer nuestras autoridades denunciaron un intento de infiltración con fines terroristas por parte de 10 personas, en una embarcación con matrícula del Estado de Florida, en Estados Unidos. | Desde el primer momento, y habiéndose detectado que el medio naval procedía del territorio de Estados Unidos, las autoridades cubanas han mantenido comunicación sobre este intento terrorista con sus contrapartes estadounidenses, incluyendo el Departamento de Estado y el Servicio de Guardacostas. Está en curso un proceso investigativo dirigido a esclarecer los hechos con todo rigor. El gobierno cubano tiene disposi…
(2026-02-27). Política, cívica y magisterio en Félix Varela: Hacia la emancipación del pensamiento en Cuba. cubadebate.cu En los albores del siglo XIX, cuando el mundo atlántico vibraba entre revoluciones, constituciones y guerras de independencia, Cuba parecía debatirse entre la reforma posible y la ruptura inevitable. En ese escenario emerge la figura de Félix Varela y Morales (1788-1853), sacerdote, filósofo y político, cuya trayectoria ha suscitado una pregunta persistente: øcambió él con el tiempo o fueron las circunstancias las que transformaron el alcance de su pensamiento?
(2026-02-27). Cuba defenderá su soberanía y estabilidad nacional, afirma Díaz-Canel. radiohc.cu El Primer Secretario del Comité Central del Partido y Presidente de la República, Miguel Díaz-Canel, ratificó este jueves que Cuba no agrede, ni amenaza, pero defenderá su soberanía y estabilidad nacional. | A propósito de la reciente acción armada contra una unidad de superficie de las Tropas Guardafronteras del Ministerio del Interior (Minint) en aguas territoriales cubanas, el jefe de Estado aseguró a través de X que su país actuará con determinación y firmeza, frente a cualquier agresión terrorista y mercenaria. | El pasado miércoles, el Minint informó que en horas de la mañana una lancha rápida con matrícula…
(2026-02-27). Remedios a las puertas de su semana de la cultura. cubadebate.cu Del 1 al 8 de marzo, Remedios celebra su Semana de la Cultura con un programa que, más allá de la sucesión de actividades artísticas, funciona como ejercicio de reafirmación identitaria en una de las ciudades más antiguas de Cuba.
(2026-02-27). Medicina para Cuba desde Brasil. radiohc.cu El pueblo brasileño envió un primer cargamento de 1700 kilogramos de medicamentos a Cuba, recaudado por una Campaña de Solidaridad, coordinada por el Movimiento de los Trabajadores Rurales Sin Tierra de Brasil (MST). | Bajo la consigna Cuba vive y resiste, desde octubre de 2025 la organización realiza el acopio de las finanzas y de los medicamentos, con el propósito de aliviar la difícil situación económica persistente en la isla caribeña causada por el criminal bloqueo de Estados Unidos desde hace más de 60 años. | Así lo reconoció Messilene Gorete de la dirección nacional del sector de Internacionalismo del MST…
(2026-02-27). Política, cívica y magisterio en Félix Varela: Hacia la emancipación del pensamiento en Cuba. cubadebate.cu En los albores del siglo XIX, cuando el mundo atlántico vibraba entre revoluciones, constituciones y guerras de independencia, Cuba parecía debatirse entre la reforma posible y la ruptura inevitable. En ese escenario emerge la figura de Félix Varela y Morales (1788-1853), sacerdote, filósofo y político, cuya trayectoria ha suscitado una pregunta persistente: øcambió él con el tiempo o fueron las circunstancias las que transformaron el alcance de su pensamiento?
(2026-02-27). En Colombia y Dominicana condenan agresión mercenaria contra Cuba. radiohc.cu El partido Comunes de Colombia expresó este jueves su condena enérgica ante los graves hechos ocurridos la víspera en Cuba, cuando tropas guardafronteras interceptaron una lancha con personas armadas que intentaban penetrar en el país. | La colectividad señaló que el suceso no puede considerarse como una mera acción de cubanos residentes en Estados Unidos, sino que constituye una expresión de violencia resultado de los discursos de hostigamiento del gobierno norteño contra la nación antillana, arreciados en las últimas semanas.Hay una responsabilidad indirecta de Estados Unidos en estos hechos, que se suma a las…
(2026-02-27). US Warned Ukraine about Terrorist Attacks in the Black Sea. globalresearch.ca It was revealed that the US formally condemned, albeit discreetly, a terrorist action committed by the Ukrainian regime.
(2026-02-27). Prominente saga artística de Cuba recibe Distinción Familia Patria. radiohc.cu 
La Sociedad Económica de Amigos del País (SEAP) confirió este jueves la Distinción Familia Patria a la estirpe surgida de la unión de los apellidos López-Gavilán, Junco y García; marco propicio para celebrar, también, el aniversario 195 de la Revista Bimestre Cubana. | Tras la bienvenida ofrecida por el secretario de la SEAP, profesor Luis Enrique Ramos, la presidenta Zoila Benítez de Mendoza, dijo: En enero de 2025 se entregó por primera vez este lauro, llegado entonces a manos de la familia Rodríguez-González, integrada por Silvio Rodríguez, Niurka González y su hija Malva". | Benítez de Mendoza significó que la…
(2026-02-27). Voces de la Frontera May Day 2026 Fundraiser! wibailoutpeople.org 
Voces de la Frontera Event: www.facebook.com/share/186mTTLUEQ/ Help Power May Day in Wisconsin! By March 3, we're raising $15,000 through The Big Share to make a mass statewide mobilization on May 1 possible and support our year-round organizing across Wisconsin. On May 1, immigrant workers, students, parents, small businesses, and allies from across Wisconsin will come …
(2026-02-27). Farmacia San Jorge: Una historia centenaria. cubadebate.cu En un basural colonial de Matanzas, investigadores descubrieron un centenar de evidencias materiales del siglo XIX, incluyendo loza europea y objetos para el consumo de tabaco. El hallazgo más significativo fue el de varios frascos medicinales pertenecientes a una farmacia decimonónica hasta entonces desconocida.
(2026-02-27). Pakistan urges reversal of Israeli measures in occupied Palestinian territories. tribune.com.pk 
Pakistan, as an elected member of the UN Security Council, has called for the immediate reversal of all Israeli measures aimed at the de facto annexation of the occupied Palestinian territories, including the West Bank. | Addressing the extraordinary ministerial session of the OIC executive committee, Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar reaffirmed Pakistan's commitment to advancing the Palestinian cause. He pledged continued support for the cause at all UN bodies, the OIC, and other multilateral platforms. | "We must collectively ensure full respect for and protection of the historic and legal…
(2026-02-27). 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.
(2026-02-27). Second US drone laser incident this month prompts Texas airspace closure. aljazeera.com Lawmakers criticise mismanagement after El Paso airspace closure following military's anti-drone laser deployment.
(2026-02-27). 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.