(2026-05-01). Anti-genocide activist denounces imperialist violence in the Middle East in statement supporting International May Day Online Rally. wsws.org Dr. Abeer Omar, an assistant nursing professor at Trent University, in Peterborough, Ontario, denounced the systematic slaughter of healthcare workers by Israel in the Gaza Strip and Lebanon, and the US and Israel's targeting of civilians in their war of extermination against Iran.
(2026-05-01). Wishful thinking topple Iran or protect Israeli soldiers from drones. haaretz.com While Trump hesitates, Israel hopes for a resumption of the war with Iran ‚ñ Hezbollah has identified an IDF vulnerability – and questions are also arising within the units themselves regarding activity in Lebanon…
(2026-05-01). Byblos Exhibit at Monde Arabe Suffers Effects of Israeli War on Lebanon. indybay.org Presently on display through August at Paris' Institut du Monde Arabe (Arab World Institute [L'IMA]) is the revealing historical exhibition, "Byblos, cité millénaire du Liban" (Byblos, Millennia-old City of Lebanon).
(2026-05-01). US urges meeting between Lebanese president, Israeli PM. newarab.com 
The US embassy in Lebanon on Thursday urged a meeting between Lebanese and Israeli leaders as the health ministry said Israeli strikes on the country's south killed at least 17 people despite Israeli and Lebanese representatives this month have met twice in Washington ⚪ the first such meetings in decades ⚪ after
(2026-05-01). How Netanyahu made Israel an ever more Lawless Nation. juancole.com Oakland, Ca. (Special to Informed Comment; Feature) — Israeli PM Benjamin Netanyahu has been empowered by his Likud Party and its coalition partners to behave in a more unhinged way than ever before. The longer he's been in office, the more he has become an anarchic wrecking ball targeting what's left of Israeli democracy. Under his rein, the Israeli military has terrorized civilian areas in Lebanon and Iran, while lawless gangs are given free rein in Israel and the Palestinian West Bank to terrorize native Palestinian communities, as the army looks the other way. The aim is to drive Palestinians out of thei…
(2026-05-01). Join the May Day Online Rally! For Socialism! Against war, genocide and fascism! wsws.org The International Committee of the Fourth International and the World Socialist Web Site are holding our 13th annual International May Day Online Rally at 3: 00 pm EDT.
(2026-05-01). Primero de Mayo de 2026: La Patria se defiende en las calles y plazas de Cuba. cubadebate.cu "La Patria se defiende en calles y plazas, este viernes al amanecer", aseguró la víspera el presidente Díaz-Canel. Y hoy desfila el pueblo con valor, en defensa de los derechos y principios de los revolucionarios y sindicalistas, en un país soberano y antimperialista. "Marchemos unidos: trabajadores, campesinos, estudiantes, intelectuales, artistas, deportistas, cubanas y cubanos todos, contra el bloqueo genocida y las groseras amenazas imperiales a nuestro país".
(2026-05-01). Iran surprises Trump with deadly 'Arash' drone as US blockade pressure faces new military reality. hindustantimes.com Tensions in West Asia are escalating as Iran stages a major military showcase featuring its latest drone technology amid stalled peace talks and rising regional friction. During a large rally in Tehran, Iran unveiled its new Arash suicide drone alongside the Shahed-136, signaling what officials describe as a strengthened deterrence posture. The display comes as Washington's blockade strategy and broader geopolitical standoff continue to fuel uncertainty across the region. The Arash drone, designed for long-range deep-strike missions, was presented as part of a broader demonstration of Iran's evolving unmanned war…
(2026-05-01). Trump's 'Strait of Trump' idea returns with cryptic 'storm is coming' post for Mojtaba | Hormuz, War. hindustantimes.com What happens when a global oil lifeline turns into a battlefield of narratives, power plays, and personal branding? As tensions rise in the Strait of Hormuz, the world isn't just watching ships being blocked, it's watching signals being sent. From Donald Trump's provocative suggestion to rename one of the world's most strategic waterways, to his cryptic "storm is coming" warning, the messaging is as intense as the military posturing on the ground. But beneath the headlines lies a deeper question: who actually controls the Strait right now? The U.S. claims a "foolproof" blockade, backed by numbers: 42 ships redire…
(2026-05-01). Trump's supercarrier flees Middle East? World's largest warship leaves Gulf after mysterious damage. hindustantimes.com The USS Gerald R. Ford heads back to the U.S. after a record 300-day deployment marked by technical issues, onboard fire, and crew fatigue. As tensions persist in the Strait of Hormuz, the carrier's departure raises fresh questions about U.S. naval readiness and regional military balance amid the fragile standoff with Iran.
(2026-05-01). Iran says it is not realistic to expect quick results from talks with U.S. haaretz.com
(2026-05-01). Time for Trump to dictate terms of Iran's surrender. onlineopinion.com.au 'We have all the cards.' What comes after Trump walks away from talks?
(2026-05-01). Gaza aid flotilla activists transferred to Greece after IDF seizure. haaretz.com Greece claimed Israel's seizure of the ships near its waters was not coordinated with Athens. 'You can't do something like that so close to the national waters of a European country,' a journalist who was on board the flotilla told Haaretz…
(2026-05-01). On May Day, Gaza's workers find whatever source of income they can. aljazeera.com Gaza's economic collapse leaves workers in perilous jobs, with unemployment soaring amid ongoing devastation.
(2026-05-01). Condemnation and protests against Israel's raid of Gaza aid flotilla. aljazeera.com Israel has provoked international condemnation for its interception of Gaza-bound aid boats in international waters.
(2026-05-01). Italy condemns 'unlawful' Israeli interception of Gaza flotilla. newarab.com 
Italy condemns Israel's seizure of aid ships bound for Gaza and demands the immediate release of all Italians who have been "unlawfully detained," Israel intercepted the vessels in international waters near Greece late on Wednesday, a move the organizers ⚪
(2026-05-01). Israeli group asks high court to order release of Gaza doctors. newarab.com 
An Israeli rights organisation petitioned Israel's Supreme Court on Thursday to demand the immediate release of 14 Palestinian doctors from Physicians for Human Rights Israel (PHRI) said the doctors have been denied adequate medical care and food and subjected to physical abuse while in detention. The group said they are being held under Israel's Unlawful Combatants Law, which allows for indefinite detention without charge. | "The Israeli army already…
(2026-05-01). Gaza: Aseel's journey back to hope. icrc.org
(2026-05-01). Venezuela's interim president paints Trump as defender of "peace" after Washington shooting. wsws.org Associating Trump with "peace," Rodriguez whitewashes the ongoing avalanche of war crimes unleashed by Washington across the globe and directly against Venezuela itself.
(2026-05-01). Highlights of ICRC Activities in Venezuela and the Caribbean in 2025. icrc.org Strengthening our humanitarian presence in Venezuela and The Caribbean…
(2026-05-01). Realty mkt sees broad rebound. ecns.cn Driven by growth in its four largest cities, home purchases in China gained traction nationwide in March, leading to rising confidence among experts about the housing performance during the upcoming May Day holiday, which is deemed vital to the overall stabilization of the real estate market.
(2026-05-01). China sets up pig industry advisory body to improve market oversight. ecns.cn China has established a monitoring and early warning advisory committee on the pig industry to strengthen oversight and improve government intervention in the sector, the agriculture ministry said.
(2026-05-01). AI token biz highlighted for Guizhou's development. ecns.cn As tokens emerge as a key resource in the artificial intelligence era, Guizhou province in Southwest China is stepping up efforts to tap into the emerging business by leveraging its strengths in computing power, data resources and application scenarios.
(2026-05-01). Clashes erupt in Australian town over death of Indigenous girl. geo.tv 
Community unrest outside Alice Springs Hospital, where a 47-year-old man arrested in connection with the alleged killing of five-year-old Kumanjayi Little Baby was taken, in Alice Springs, Australia, April 30, 2026, in this screengrab taken from a video. — Reuters
(2026-05-01). Platform to better serve visitors. ecns.cn Beijing has launched"GO BEIJING", a comprehensive online service platform offering a full range of services for inbound visitors across different scenarios, local authorities said Tuesday.
(2026-05-01). China's manufacturing sector continues expansion, data shows. ecns.cn Chinas factory activity remained in expansion territory in April, staying above the 50-point boom-bust line for a second consecutive month, according to official data.
(2026-05-01). Ashes of Lungrik Namgyal interred in a stupa of Sichuan's Daocheng. ecns.cn The ashes of Lungrik Namgyal, a respected Tibetan Buddhist leader, were returned from France to Daocheng County in Sichuan Province and interred in a stupa on April 19, 2026, in accordance with Tibetan Buddhist rituals.
(2026-05-01). China's independent industrial chain boosts EV sector. ecns.cn Feng Yanqiang, director of cylindrical system, at EVE Energy, stated in a recent interview with China Daily Website that Chinas new energy vehicle sector boasts a fully independent and secure complete industrial chain, world-leading technologies.
(2026-05-01). Xi stresses advancing basic research to solidify foundation for building China's strength in science, technology. ecns.cn Chinese President Xi Jinping on Thursday urged greater efforts and more concrete measures to strengthen basic research, enhance China's capacity for original innovation, and further solidify the foundation for building the country's strength in science and technology.
(2026-05-01). Jury Acquits Glass House ICE Raid Protester; Mahmoud Khalil Speaks Out. indybay.org Pacifica's Capitalism, Race and Democracy covers the acquittal of CSU Channel adjunct professor John Caravello, a report by Palestinian graduate student Mahmoud Khalil and report on Iran…
(2026-05-01). Endangered Mexican Wolf Crosses From New Mexico Into Chihuahua. indybay.org Border Wall Construction Could Sever Link Between Populations…
(2026-05-01). Saturday 5/2: San José…Billionaires ruin EVERYTHING! indybay.org Winchester Shopping Center Sign | 3137 Stevens Creek Blvd | San José, CA 95117…
(2026-05-01). Real Estate and Development Interests Back Ryan Coonerty for Mayor of Santa Cruz. indybay.org The vast majority of cash contributions made by members of the real estate and development industry in the Santa Cruz mayoral race have gone to candidate Ryan Coonerty, according to campaign finance documents filed ahead of the June 2 primary election. As of April 18, Coonerty has accumulated $56,015 in total contributions, with $5,999 coming from real estate and development interests. The four other candidates in the mayoral race, Ami Chen Mills, Gillian Greensite, Chris Krohn, and Joy Schendledecker have taken little to no funding from real estate and development interests, and have raised significantly le…
(2026-05-01). Is the DNC Giving Kamala Harris a Boost for 2028? indybay.org Deep-sixing actual history of the 2024 election…
(2026-05-01). Workers Memorial Day: Remember the Dead, Fight for the Living! Defend Injured Workers. indybay.org On April 2028, Workers Memorial Day a national panel was held to report the attack on health and safety for working people and also the destruction of health and safety protections. They also discussed the capture of government regulatory agencies.
(2026-05-01). Germany's Morenoite RIO joins Left Party in support of war, attacks on the working class. wsws.org The integration of the RIO Morenoites into the Left Party marks a further political shift to the right by this pseudo-left tendency, which can only be understood in the context of the current crisis of capitalism.
(2026-05-01). Amid massive government-employer assault on workplace safety, US unions sow complacency on Workers Memorial Day. wsws.org With the Trump administration continuing its massive assault on workplace safety and environmental protections, the American trade union bureaucracy issued boilerplate statements calling for increased lobbying and voter drives.
(2026-05-01). Interview with José Ramón Cabañas / Dialogue with the U.S. is possible, but our system is not negotiable. radiohc.cu Radio Havana Cuba brings you a special interview with Cuban diplomat José Ramón Cabañas. Serving in Cuban diplomatic missions for nearly 40 years, Cabañas is currently the Director of the Center for International Policy Research (CIPI), based here in Havana. | José Ramón Cabañas has served as Deputy Director for the United States and Canada, Director of Consular Affairs and Cuban Residents Abroad, Director of Document Management, and Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs. | He was the head of the Cuban Interests Section in Washington, DC and, in 2015, when the Interests Section became an embassy, José Ramón Cabañas…
(2026-05-01). Saturday 5/9: Strike Debt Bay Area Book Group: The Pacific Circuit. indybay.org Email strike.debt.bay.area@gmail.com a few days beforehand for the online invite. All are welcome!
(2026-05-01). From ports to sky rail and e-commerce: Pakistani journalists explore Hubei's vitality. ecns.cn Recently, a delegation of media and think tank representatives from Pakistan visited central China's Hubei Province, gaining firsthand insight into the province's development through on-site tours.
(2026-05-01). Timberwolves eliminate Nuggets as Knicks demolish Hawks in NBA playoffs. aljazeera.com Meanwhile, the Celtics-76ers playoff heads for a decisive Game 7 after Philadelphia beat Boston 106-93.
(2026-05-01). Chinese construction worker becomes safety supervisor after earning 13 certificates. ecns.cn A 51-year-old construction worker from central China has risen from a day laborer to a safety supervisor overseeing more than 40 construction sites after earning 13 professional certificates over nine years.
(2026-05-01). Zambia: Summit on Human Rights, Technology Effectively Canceled. hrw.org Click to expand Image | Zambia's President Hakainde Hichilema speaks at a high-level meeting in Angola, December 4, 2024. | © 2024 Ben Curtis/AP Photo | (Johannesburg) — The Zambian government's decision to postpone RightsCon 2026, effectively canceling the summit, raises concerns about the authorities' commitment to free expression and assembly and about possible Chinese government interference, Human Rights Watch said today. The 14th edition of RightsCon was scheduled to be held in Lusaka, Zambia's capital, from May 5 to 8, 2026.In an April 29 statement, the Zambian government said that…
(2026-05-01). Speech of Vatan Party at the founding congress of SOVINTERN. unitedworldint.com 
Speech held by Secretary General of the Vatan Party, àñzgàºr Bursalƒ±, in Moscow, Russia. From 25 to 29 April 2026, the first international forum of SOVINTERN was held in Moscow under the leadership of the A Just Russia Party, with the participation of numerous partner parties and organizations. Bringing together more than 200 participants representing …
(2026-05-01). German government passes war budget, agrees sharp attacks on healthcare. wsws.org The cabinet has decided to massively increase military spending and correspondingly slash social spending. One "reform" will deliver a death blow to healthcare in its current form.
(2026-05-01). Sri Lankan government blocks release of Tamil writer's books. wsws.org The JVP/NPP government censors Tamil writers under the guise of "national unity," while allowing Sinhala chauvinist and militarist propaganda to circulate freely.
(2026-05-01). Suspect involved in cross-border cyber gambling extradited to China from Thailand. ecns.cn A key suspect involved in a major cross-border cyber gambling case has been extradited from Thailand to China with support from Thai authorities, Tianjin public security authorities announced Thursday.
(2026-05-01). Planning for Honorable William Alexander Leidesdorff, Jr. Memorial Wreath Laying Ceremony. indybay.org Leidesdorff served as U.S. Vice Consul to Mexican California, documented the Bear Flag Revolt, and played a key role in the transition of California during the U.S.—Mexican War. As a businessman, he established major commercial ties across the Pacific Rim and captained the Sitka, the first steamship to navigate the Sacramento River—an achievement memorialized on the California State Seal.
(2026-05-01). China travel boom expected over May Day holiday. ecns.cn Spring breaks for many primary and secondary schools now overlap with the upcoming May Day holiday, creating longer travel windows and boosting demand. China's holiday travel market is expected to surge, with both trips and spending projected to reach new highs, according to the online travel agency Trip.com Group.
(2026-05-01). The Cop, the Neo-Nazi, and the Elephant. indybay.org Three Anecdotes About Our book "How to defend yourself during a police interrogation"
(2026-05-01). Japan may shoot itself in foot with weapons exports. ecns.cn Driven by a neo-militarist agenda, Tokyo revised the Three Principles on Transfer of Defense Equipment and Technology and implementation guidelines on April 21, lifting the ban on lethal weapon exports.
(2026-05-01). Statement by the International Red Cross and Red Crescent Movement. icrc.org Delivered by Dr. Yaseen Ahmed Abbas, President of the Iraqi Red Crescent…
(2026-05-01). Advocates urge CA to oppose Baby stop expediting oil permits. indybay.org California oil and gas regulators have approved 254 new oil drilling permits in Kern County this year to date, more drilling permits than all of those approved in the last 3 years combined.
(2026-05-01). Palestinian FA chief blasts Israeli VP at FIFA Congress. newarab.com 
Palestinian soccer federation Both men were called to the stand by Infantino put his hand on Rajoub's arm and invited him with a gesture to come closer to Suliman, but…
(2026-05-01). Australia: 4 workers killed on the job in southeast Queensland in recent weeks. wsws.org The known workplace fatalities around Brisbane now total seven in six months—part of a rising toll due to unsafe conditions, increased rates of exploitation by employers, official coverups and government complicity.
(2026-05-01). Friday 5/1: May Day Action at Oakland Airport – Stop Fedex from Shipping Killer Cargo to Israel. indybay.org ILUW Local 6 | 99 Hegenberger Rd | Oakland | Oakland Airport…
(2026-05-01). Senate Democrats voice support for major surge in military spending at Hegseth briefing. wsws.org Leading Senate Democrats called Thursday for a major expansion of US military spending at the testimony by Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth, who was briefing the Senate Armed Services Committee on the Trump administration's plans to massively increase military spending.
(2026-05-01). New mutual aid eldercare plan unveiled. ecns.cn China has unveiled a national plan to promote mutual aid eldercare services, part of broader efforts to respond to its rapidly aging population and improve community-based care.
(2026-05-01). 'Workplace childhood friends' redefine loyalty. ecns.cn In China's increasingly high-pressure labor market, a new sociological term is gaining traction among Gen Z and millennial professionals: "first-job colleagues", or more colloquially, "workplace childhood friends".
(2026-05-01). to whitewash fascism and Palestinian soccer chief hits out at Israeli delegate at FIFA Congress. haaretz.com Palestinian FA chief Jibril Rajoub rejects FIFA President Gianni Infantino's attempt to broker a handshake with Arab-Israeli official at congress – amid ongoing dispute over West Bank settlement clubs…
(2026-05-01). Labor Notes Tops Purging Militant Teamster Trade Unionists to Help IBT President Sean. indybay.org Labor Notes bureaucrats who like to talk about "democracy" are purging opponents of fascist supporter IBT president Sean O'Brien from coming to the Labor Notes convention in June. The TDU and Ken Paff who is part of the leadership of LN invited Sean O'Brien to the last convention and supported his endorsement by the Teamsters For A Democratic Union. Supporting a fascist to your convention has nothing to do with building a democratic labor movement.
(2026-05-01). It's Time for Texas to Get Competitive on Transmission Development. wattsupwiththat.com "Competition on its worst day is better than regulation on its best day."
(2026-05-01). Energy costs fuel inflation worries in Southeast Asia. ecns.cn The global oil crisis triggered by Middle East tensions has sparked inflationary alarms across Southeast Asia, with the poorest households among the most vulnerable, experts say.
(2026-05-01). Thursday 4/30: Community Briefing: Heeding Lebanese Voices – The Human Cost of Israeli Occupation. indybay.org Zoom | us06web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_kD0T……
(2026-05-01). Shanghai coffee shop count tops 10,000, highest globally. ecns.cn The number of coffee shops in Shanghai has exceeded 10,000 for the first time, making it the city with the highest number of coffee outlets globally, according to an industry report.
(2026-05-01). SFSU Students Walk Out Against Faculty Cutbacks &AI Deals With Anthropic:Defend Our School. indybay.org Students, staff and faculty walked out at SFSU to protest the cutbacks of adjunct faculty and elimination of many classes. Also UAW 4123 joined the protest.
(2026-05-01). Why governments beyond Hong Kong are wary of prediction markets. scmp.com After winning legislative backing for the Hong Kong Jockey Club to offer basketball betting — an initiative aimed at drawing punters away from illegal online bookmakers and capturing additional tax revenue — the government has now paused the roll-out. | Officials say the rise of prediction markets has altered the landscape and warrants closer examination. So, what is it about prediction markets that unsettles officials?
(2026-05-01). Friday 5/1: Workers Day March Palo Alto. indybay.org Start in front of Tesla showroom in Stanford Shopping Center | Enter mall via Plum Lane and location is straight ahead next to Sephora | We start marching through the mall shortly after gathering at 5pm…
(2026-05-01). Protesting U of Washington's firing of Prof. Aria Fani as Middle East Center Director. juancole.com — | Letter to the University of Washington regarding the termination of Professor Aria Fani as director of the Middle East Center: | Robert J. Jones | President, University of Washington | president@uw.edu | Tricia Serio | Provost and Executive Vice President…
(2026-05-01). WI BOPM: Ready For May Day 2026 in Wisconsin! wibailoutpeople.org 
Citywide walkout by students April 24, 2026 in Milwaukee. / Photo: @wi.bopm…
(2026-05-01). Man in Xiamen undergoes five surgeries in five days. ecns.cn A man in Xiamen, Fujian province, underwent five surgeries in five days during a short leave, sparking online discussion.
(2026-05-01). Friday 5/1: Watsonville May Day 2026: Workers Over Billionaires. indybay.org 1 – 2pm Mobile Protest (Home Depot – Target) | 2 – 3pm Protest at Target, 1415 Main St, Watsonville | 3 pm March from Target to Romo Park | 4 – 6pm Rally at Romo Park, 335 Main St, Watsonville…
(2026-05-01). Starmer's silly talking points: King Charles III visits Washington. onlineopinion.com.au Starmer's Washington gamble: can royal diplomacy stabilise a transactional alliance, or save his prime ministership?
(2026-05-01). The Border Wall Thrives, The Borderlands Don't. juancole.com (
(2026-05-01). King Charles' gift amuses Chinese, anti-spy agency makes allegation: 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. US economic gap over China to widen, but Iran might bring them closer: former UN official…
(2026-05-01). Madison Jewish Voice for Peace Palestine Contingent for May Day 2026! wibailoutpeople.org 
Madison Jewish Voice for Peace invites you to march with them in a Palestine Solidarity contingent. If interested, meet up at the entrance to the UW Memorial Library that faces Library Mall by 12 noon. Bring your flags, signs and kuffiyehs. (If you bring larger banners, be sure you also bring enough folks to carry them!) …
(2026-05-01). UN Resident Coordinator in Cuba: We need fuel now to save lives. radiohc.cu With the U.S. embargo that has cut off oil supplies to Cuba, the healthcare system is severely affected, access to drinking water has been lost, and babies are at risk, wrote Francisco Piñón, the United Nations Resident Coordinator on the island, in The Guardian on Thursday. | Piñón, whose work is closely tied to the daily realities in the Caribbean country and to the coordination and implementation of humanitarian and development projects in that context, warns that "after several months of a profound energy crisis in Cuba, the consequences are no longer abstract: they are becoming evident in the rhythm of daily…
(2026-05-01). China allocates $12.6 billion more for equipment upgrades, nears annual target. ecns.cn China has allocated 91.5 billion yuan ($12.6 billion) in a second batch of funding this year to support equipment upgrades, bringing the total to 185.1 billion yuan, or 92% of its annual target, the country's top economic planner said.
(2026-05-01). The ILWU 10 is inviting all workers and unions to march with them on May Day 2026. indybay.org ILWU Local 10 is inviting unions and workers to march with their contingent with their class demands…
(2026-05-01). Craftsmanship across millennia: A tribute on Labor Day. ecns.cn Over 2,000 years ago, Lu Ban, the legendary master carpenter, pioneered the sunmao (mortise and tenon) joint — no nails, no rivets, only perfect interlocking that has allowed wooden structures to stand firm for centuries.
(2026-05-01). Suspense thriller emerges as May Day box-office contender. ecns.cn As the May Day holiday approaches, the suspense thriller Vanishing Point is already generating buzz, rising to become the second-highest-grossing film on the country's box-office presale charts for May 1, just behind Hong Kong tentpole Cold War 1994.
(2026-05-01). Xi'an showcases smart city governance model. ecns.cn Mayors and government officials representing seven countries shared insights on digitalization and efficiency in modern city governance at the recently concluded 2026 Global Mayors Dialogue in Xi'an, Shaanxi province.
(2026-05-01). China launches crackdown on false advertising in online food sales. ecns.cn China will launch a nationwide campaign to crack down on false advertising in online food sales, targeting e-commerce platforms, sellers and related service providers, the country's market regulator said.
(2026-05-01). Wednesday 4/29: Meeting: Proposed Downtown Concord AI Data Center. indybay.org Garden Conference Room, 1950 Parkside Drive, Wing A…
(2026-05-01). Rescue orgs will adopt out more than 1,500 beagles from Ridglan Farms breeding facility. indybay.org Animal rescue groups have purchased more than 1,500 beagles from Ridglan Farms, a massive Wisconsin-based facility that breeds the dogs for scientific research.
(2026-05-01). Chinese naval, air forces patrol Huangyan Dao. ecns.cn Naval and air units of the Chinese People's Liberation Army Southern Theater Command (STC) on Thursday conducted combat readiness patrols in the territorial sea and airspace of China's Huangyan Dao and its surrounding areas.
(2026-05-01). May Day 2026 Strong National Day of Action in the U.S. Thousands of Actions! wibailoutpeople.org 
Gas prices are rising and so are we. Across the country, working people are being squeezed by rising food and housing costs, growing instability, and an economy that continues to prioritize billionaires over the rest of us. Meanwhile, the administration is carrying out an unpopular and illegal war, with everyday people bearing the cost. Trump …
(2026-05-01). US official says Iran war truce 'terminated' hostilities for war powers deadline. geo.tv 
US Secretary of Defence Pete Hegseth testifies before a US House Armed Services Committee hearing titled "Department of Defence FY2027 Budget Request," on Capitol Hill on April 29, 2026. — AFPWhite House sees war powers clock as halted.No US-Iran fire reported since early April…
(2026-05-01). Friday 5/1: ICE Out of CSUMB! Students Rise Up on May Day. indybay.org CSUMB Main Quad, 100 Campus Ctr, Seaside…
(2026-05-01). Monday 5/18: Leidesdorff Wreath Laying Ceremony Mission Delores Basilica. indybay.org Mission Delores Basilica | 3321 16th Street | San Francisco, CA 94114…
(2026-05-01). New Banksy statue of man blinded by flag draws crowds in London. scmp.com Elusive street artist Banksy on Thursday confirmed he was behind a new work drawing crowds in central London: a statue of a suited man striding into the void while holding a flag that blocks his view. | The monument, which has Banksy's name scrawled on the base, first appeared on Wednesday just off the central street of Pall Mall.
(2026-05-01). Openness of China benefits its trading partners. ecns.cn The global economic landscape stands at a crossroads. While some traditional economic powers have retreated behind protectionism and unilateral tariffs, China has charted a decisively different course. Beijing's strategy to not only expand the volume of imports but to fundamentally optimize their structure has become a significant stabilizing force in global trade today.
(2026-05-01). '3 days in, no explosion…': Mojtaba aide taunts Trump over failed oil pressure & blockade strategy. hindustantimes.com Iran's parliament speaker ridicules Trump's claim that an Iranian oil well would explode "in three days," saying "no well exploded… next stop: 140" dollars a barrel. While Trump bets on a Hormuz blockade, China's independent refiners keep buying most of Iran's crude and $120 oil is squeezing American consumers instead.
(2026-05-01). New Banksy sculpture appears to show politician blinded by his own flag. aljazeera.com Banksy has unveiled a new sculpture of a man stepping off a stone base with his face obscured by a flag.
(2026-05-01). Senior IDF officer warns of in response to settler violence. haaretz.com Maj. Gen. Avi Bluth explicitly referred to settler violence as 'Jewish terror' and warned that systemic attacks and government policy are pushing the West Bank toward an apocalyptic escalation…
(2026-05-01). South Korea's Net Zero Boast Crumbles. wattsupwiththat.com The net zero agenda requires a deliberate ignorance of how the modern world functions. South Korea rose from the ashes of war to become a global economic titan because it embraced the power of energy-dense, reliable fossil fuels. Turning away from this proven model in favor of unproven, weather-dependent technologies is a recipe for economic ruin.
(2026-05-01). Key deadline looms in US-Iran war as conflict drags on. newarab.com 
(2026-05-01). Thursday 4/30: Stop the AI Race Before it Stops Us! Tuesdays & Thursdays throughout Musk v Altman Trial. indybay.org Outside in front of 1301 Clay St, Oakland. Ron Dellums Federal Court Bldg. Look for the news cameras. That's where we'll be. Probably outside the entrance to southern wing of the bldg.
(2026-05-01). Kurdish militant says Turkey stalled peace talks over reforms. newarab.com 
A peace initiative to end He and another officials with the group accused Ankara of failing to enact legal and political reforms needed to move the process forward, contradicting recent optimistic statements by Murat…
(2026-05-01). Israeli opposition fully expects criminal coalition to do whatever it takes to disrupt the democratic process. haaretz.com The Israeli opposition is preparing for what it sees as the very real possibility that Netanyahu will refuse to recognize the results of the election if he loses ‚ñ Likud officials close to the prime minister understand he will need to bring in some reinforcements to win ‚ñ President Herzog will need to be highly creative to free Netanyahu the defendant from his trial – and to free Israelis from him…
(2026-05-01). Starbucks Workers United: Madison Strike On MAY 1 (May Day) May 2, 2026! wibailoutpeople.org 
(2026-05-01). Tuesday 4/28: On Achieving Peace in the Middle East. indybay.org Learning Resource Center, L-114 (Library ground floor) | San José City College | 2100 Moorpark Avenue | San José, CA 95128…
(2026-05-01). Commercial LPG price hiked again by Rs 993 per 19-kg cylinder: check new rates in Bengaluru, Mumbai, Delhi. coastaldigest.com
(2026-05-01). Afghanistan: Humanitarian assistance to conflict-affected communities in Nuristan Province. icrc.org
(2026-05-01). Humanitarian action in the digital age: Reflections from CYBERUK. icrc.org
(2026-05-01). Call for entries for the 16th Humanitarian Visa d'or award. icrc.org
(2026-05-01). Brazil: ICRC director-general begins official visit to Brazil. icrc.org
(2026-05-01). Sudan: the human cost of three years of war. icrc.org
(2026-05-01). Lebanon: Operational Facts and Figures – 2026. icrc.org
(2026-05-01). Health Care in Danger Regional ASIA PACIFIC Meeting 2021. icrc.org
(2026-05-01). China: Addressing complex humanitarian and security challenges in Africa needs all-inclusive approach. icrc.org
(2026-05-01). Confronting Absence: Art, Testimony and Humanitarian Action on the Crisis of Missing Persons. icrc.org
(2026-05-01). Lebanon: Maintaining water and essential lifelines as hostilities disrupt essential services. icrc.org
(2026-05-01). Afghanistan: Operational update on humanitarian response in Kamdesh and Barg-e-Matal Districts, Nuristan Province. icrc.org
(2026-05-01). ICRC president arrives in Iran to discuss urgent humanitarian concerns. icrc.org
(2026-05-01). The Health Care in Danger initiative. icrc.org
(2026-05-01). Visit of the ICRC Regional Director helped strengthen the dialogue on humanitarian cooperation in Africa. icrc.org
(2026-05-01). ICRC president: Patterns of warfare that disregard human life and dignity cannot continue as Sudan war enters fourth year. icrc.org
(2026-05-01). Cameroon: the struggle to access safe drinking water in Kerawa and Kolofata. icrc.org
(2026-05-01). Iran: ICRC president says a return to war would be ruinous for civilians. icrc.org
(2026-05-01). Mali: ICRC provides further medical support for hospitals in the wake of fresh hostilities. icrc.org
(2026-05-01). I was killed, but I forgot to die: The life of a waiting family. icrc.org
(2026-05-01). Buried Wars: Landmines Shatter Iraq's Childhood Dreams. icrc.org
(2026-05-01). Jordan: Facts and Figures – January to December 2025. icrc.org
(2026-05-01). Iran: ICRC delivers the first batch of emergency relief items to Iranian Red Crescent Society. icrc.org
(2026-05-01). Informan tratamiento laboral y salarial para este Primero de Mayo. cubadebate.cu El 1 de mayo es un día de conmemoración nacional para celebrar el "Día Internacional de los Trabajadores", conforme lo previsto en el artículo 94 de la Ley 116, Código de Trabajo. Este viernes recesan las actividades laborales, excepto las relacionadas con la zafra y otros trabajos agrícolas urgentes, industrias de procesos de producción continua, servicios y labores inaplazables.
(2026-05-01). Honduras: Audios revelan complot entre Israel y EEUU para el regreso de Hernández a la presidencia. cubadebate.cu Audios de WhatsApp, Signal y Telegram publicados en exclusiva por Canal RED y "Hondurasgate" destapan una operación de corrupción e injerencia política en Honduras, con la participación de Trump y Netanyahu. EE.UU e Israel pretenden la construcción de una nueva base militar y que Honduras diseñe una ley a su medida para incentivar la inversión en inteligencia artificial.
(2026-05-01). Sabor y tradición: Bacán, arroz con coco y filete de pescado con coco. cubadebate.cu La cocina cubana es expresión de identidad y memoria, donde cada región aporta sabores y tradiciones propias. Baracoa destaca por el uso del coco y la influencia franco-haitiana, que definen platos emblemáticos de su cultura culinaria. Hoy les propongo bacán, arroz con coco y filete de pescado con coco.
(2026-05-01). The Guardian: Los más pobres sufrirán las consecuencias de las presiones de EEUU para impedir que Cuba envíe médicos a países vecinos. cubadebate.cu Novlyn Ebanks, de 73 años, tenía previsto recibir gratuitamente la cirugía ocular que necesitaba en el hospital St. Joseph de Kingston. Pero en marzo, tras la decisión unilateral de Jamaica de poner fin al acuerdo de cooperación de casi 30 años con Cuba, ya no pudo programar el procedimiento. El centro de oftalmología del hospital estaba atendido principalmente por médicos cubanos.
(2026-05-01). Pesista cubana Marifelix Sarría conquista tres medallas en el Campeonato Panamericano de Panamá 2026. cubadebate.cu La cubana subtitular mundial Marifelix Sarría, de la división de +86 kilogramos, conquistó hoy medallas de oro, plata y bronce en el Campeonato Panamericano de Levantamiento de Pesas de Panamá 2026. La corona llegó en el ejercicio de envión, en el que realizó un primer intento válido sobre 156 kilogramos y luego dominó los 161.
(2026-05-01). Cuba: Aquel Primero de Mayo de 1963. cubadebate.cu °Fidel Castro estaba hablando, por vez primera, desde la Plaza Roja de Moscú, en la Unión Soviética! aquel Primero de Mayo de 1963, día del proletariado mundial. Y expresó: "Tengo una enorme impresión por el desfile y las manifestaciones de cariño y amistad sincera de los soviéticos hacia la Cuba revolucionaria. °Viva personificación del internacionalismo proletario!".
(2026-05-01). Ante el persistente shock energético en Cuba, salvar vidas no puede esperar. cubadebate.cu A cuatro meses del agravamiento de la crisis energética en Cuba, sus consecuencias siguen marcando el ritmo de la vida cotidiana. Los hospitales reducen sus operaciones. No se trata de un asunto político. Es sobre todo un tema humano. Detrás de cada cifra hay familias cuyos planes han sido interrumpidos y cuya resiliencia se pone a prueba cada día.
(2026-05-01). Puelmapu: Entrevista a Moira Millán, referente mapuche. indybay.org Puelmapu: Entrevista a Moira Millán, referente mapuche | www.moiramillan.com/…
(2026-04-30). Civilians or Hezbollah: Who did Israel hit on Lebanon's 'Black Wednesday'? aljazeera.com Israel says it targeted Hezbollah, but experts say the evidence proves otherwise.
(2026-04-30). How is Israel replicating its Gaza tactics in Lebanon? aljazeera.com Widespread Israeli attacks on civilian targets in Lebanon are a repeated tactic from Gaza.
(2026-04-30). A history of neglect: How Lebanon's state failed the south>. newarab.com 
As Israel The immediate political debate often
(2026-04-30). 9 killed, 13 injured in Israeli airstrikes in southern Lebanon in new ceasefire violation. tribune.com.pk 
At least nine people were killed and 13 others injured in Israeli airstrikes on several towns in southern Lebanon on Thursday despite a temporary ceasefire, Lebanese media reported. | The state-run National News Agency said three people were killed and seven were injured in a strike in the town of Jibchit, where a residential building was destroyed. | In the town of Toul, four people were killed and six others wounded, with another residential building destroyed. | Two more people were killed in the town of Harouf, where a house was hit by an Israeli aircraft, the agency said. | Also Read: Israel sets 2-week d…
(2026-04-30). Israel kills nine people in southern Lebanon despite 'ceasefire'. aljazeera.com Israeli attacks and threats on southern Lebanon escalate, as Lebanese government calls out Israel's ceasefire violations…
(2026-04-30). 750,000 Israelis unemployed amid wars with Iran, Hezbollah in Lebanon. haaretz.com The wider unemployment rate, which includes furloughed workers, jumped to over 16 percent in March, as the hostilities shuttered most economic activity across Israel…
(2026-04-30). Energy, logistics and security equation's new safe actor: Türkiye! unitedworldint.com/feed/ How has Türkiye become the most geostrategically important actor in the global system? By Adem Kƒ±lƒ±àß, Political Scientist The Ukraine War, the genocidal war in Gaza, the subsequent 12-day wars, and the U.S.-Iran war have ushered the global system into a period of restructuring, particularly in terms of energy supply security and logistical realities. This …
(2026-04-30). A peace agenda to end military madness. nationofchange.org To create a safer world, millions of Americans need to mobilize to end the war on Iran, prevent nuclear proliferation, halt the arms race and slash military budgets.
(2026-04-30). Donald Trump rechaza propuesta de Irán. radiohc.cu El presidente de EE.UU., Donald Trump descartó la propuesta iraní de levantar primero el bloqueo naval y reabrir el estrecho de Ormuz antes de retomar las negociaciones nucleares. | Según declaró al sitio web de noticias Axios, Washington mantendrá la presión marítima sobre la República Islámica hasta que se alcance un acuerdo que responda a las preocupaciones estadounidenses sobre su programa nuclear. | Previamente este martes, Trump afirmó que Teherán le había pedido levantar el bloqueo naval ´lo antes posible ª. | Según el mandatario, Irán se encuentra en un ´estado de colapso ª y pide…
(2026-04-30). Democracy Now! 2026-04-30 Thursday. democracynow.org Headlines for April 30, 2026; Supreme Court Guts Voting Rights Act in "Devastating Blow" to Democracy & Civil Rights: Maya Wiley; Maya Wiley: Southern Poverty Law Center Indictment Is Part of Trump's Broader Attack on Civil Rights; Scholar Gilbert Achcar on the U.S. War Against Iran & Trump's "Old-New Imperial Doctrine"; Sunlight Doesn't Go Through the Strait of Hormuz: Bill McKibben on Iran Oil Shock & Green Transition | Headlines for April 30, 2026; Supreme Court Guts Voting Rights Act in "Devastating Blow" to Democracy & Civil Rights: Maya Wiley; Maya Wiley:…
(2026-04-30). Diesel up Rs19.39, petrol Rs6.51 per litre. tribune.com.pk 
Amid a blockade of the Strait of Hormuz due to the Iran-US conflict, the government on Thursday increased the price of high-speed diesel (HSD) by Rs 19.39 per litre and the price of petrol by Rs 6.51 per litre for one week. | According to a notification issued by the Petroleum Division, HSD will now be sold at Rs 399.58 per litre, up from Rs 380.19, while petrol will be available at Rs 399.86 per litre compared to the previous rate of Rs 393.35, reflecting an increase of Rs 6.51 per litre. | High-speed diesel is widely used in the transport and agriculture sectors. With the sowing season under way, the sharp i…
(2026-04-30). Gas Prices Have Jumped 46 Percent Since Start of Iran War. truthout.org Gas prices in the United States have reached their highest levels in years, as the impasse between the U.S. and Iran continues after nearly nine weeks of war. Iran responded to the U.S.-Israeli attack by blocking most maritime traffic through the Strait of Hormuz, a waterway through which nearly one-fifth of the world's oil passes. Although President Donald Trump has claimed at various… |
(2026-04-30). Israeli ally UAE quits OPEC, OPEC. ummid.com The United Arab Emirates (UAE), one of the Israeli allies in the Middle East, has announced to quit OPEC and OPEC+ amidst the crisis the world is facing because of the US-Israel led Zionist war on Iran.
(2026-04-30). Why Pakistan has emerged as the pivotal mediator in the Iran conflict. tribune.com.pk 
Ever since the US-Israeli war on Iran broke out on February 28, Pakistan's efforts to advance mediation have been difficult to ignore. | The federal government has shuttled multiple peace proposals between both capitals, stretched its diplomatic bandwidth to get conflicting parties to the negotiating table, and, despite limited success in early April talks in Islamabad, it continues to acquire considerable support from both Iran and the United States in brokering a consensus on the path to de-escalation. | The value of having no skin in the game | These dynamics merit a deeper understanding of what constitutes…
(2026-04-30). UK raises terror threat level to 'severe' after Jewish-targeted stabbings. scmp.com The UK government said on Thursday that the country was facing an antisemitism emergency and pledged to increase security for Jewish communities after a string of arson attacks and a double stabbing that have sparked fear and anger among Jews. | The country's official terror threat level was raised from substantial to severe after Wednesday's stabbing attack in London, which police have called an act of terrorism with potential links to Iran. Severe is the second-highest rung on a five-point scale…
(2026-04-30). Doors on diplomacy not shut yet: FO. tribune.com.pk 
At a time when tensions between Iran and the US continue to cast a long shadow over regional stability, Pakistan on Thursday struck a cautiously optimistic tone, insisting that diplomatic efforts remain alive and active. | "The clock on diplomacy has not stopped," Foreign Office spokesperson Tahir Andrabi said during his weekly briefing, signaling that despite setbacks, space for negotiations still exists. | He underscored that the current diplomatic process was made possible only after Pakistan's call for a ceasefire, an initiative led by Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif and accepted by both sides. | "Let me und…
(2026-04-30). Global oil price hits 4-year high on concerns Iran war could worsen. scmp.com Global oil prices jumped to a four-year high of more than US$126 a barrel on Thursday, on concerns that the US-Iran war could worsen and lead to a protracted Middle East oil supply disruption that could hurt global economic growth. | The market moved higher after Axios, citing unidentified sources, reported late on Wednesday that US President Donald Trump was slated to receive a briefing on Thursday on plans for a series of military strikes on Iran in hopes it would return ‚Äåto negotiations on its…
(2026-04-30). Rise in caesarean section births in Gaza brings danger and infection risks. aljazeera.com Caesarean Awareness Month is marked in April. Conditions in Gaza can lead to risks for mothers who undergo the procedure…
(2026-04-30). Gaza flotilla organisers say 211 activists 'kidnapped', 22 vessels intercepted by Israel. tribune.com.pk 
Organisers of a Gaza-bound aid flotilla on Thursday said Israel's army had "kidnapped" 211 activists, including a Paris city councillor, in a raid in international waters off Greece. | American news outlet CBS News also reported that Israeli forces intercepted 22 vessels near the Greek Island of Crete, as most of the detained crew members were onboard. | Helene Coron, a spokeswoman for the Global Sumud France, told an online news conference that the operation had taken place near the island of Crete, at an "unprecedented" distance from Israel. | Yasmine Scola, an activist on board the flotilla, said her collea…
(2026-04-30). Podcast: Gaza, Cuba, Global Sumud Flotilla, And More. caitlinjohnstone.com.au Caitlin and Tim discuss the Israeli abduction of Global Sumud Flotilla activists hundreds of miles away from their territorial waters, US war plans for Cuba, Israel's ethnic cleansing plans for Gaza, the billionaire propagandist who owns Politico, motherhood, misogyny, and more. As usual, please leave us your questions, comments and feedback so we can respond …
(2026-04-30). Israeli Navy Goes 700 Miles to Attack Unarmed Gaza Flotilla Boats Near Greek Waters. worldbeyondwar.org 
(2026-04-30). Israeli strikes kill four in Gaza, amid new ceasefire push. newarab.com 
Medics said an Israeli strike killed at least three people near the Salahuldeen road in the central Gaza Strip, and another killed one per…
(2026-04-30). RSF condemns 'kidnapping' of three journalists on board Gaza aid flotilla. aljazeera.com Among the detained journalists are Al Jazeera correspondent Hafed Mribah and cameraman Mahmut Yavuz.
(2026-04-30). World's top media outlets urge Israel to allow independent access to Gaza. aljazeera.com Israel continues to deny foreign reporters access to the Gaza Strip despite a 'ceasefire' being in place.
(2026-04-30). Rats infest Gaza's tent camps, biting children and spreading disease. newarab.com 
Rats and parasites are spreading through The outbreak is unfolding…
(2026-04-30). Hegseth: Opposition at home is Trump's greatest adversary in Iran war. peoplesworld.org 
WASHINGTON—Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth used his first appearance before Congress since the start of the President Donald Trump's war on Iran to declare that the "worst adversary" faced by the U.S. is the American people's opposition to the administration's policy. Speaking at a hearing of the House Armed Services Committee on Thursday, Hegseth scoffed at …
(2026-04-30). New York Mayor Mamdani encourages King Charles to return Koh-e-Noor Diamond. geo.tv 
Britain's King Charles, standing next to Queen Camilla, interacts with New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani during a visit to the 9/11 Memorial, in New York City, US, April 29, 2026. — ReutersNew York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani said on Wednesday he encourages Britain's King Charles…
(2026-04-30). Mali crisis: Who are the key leaders to know about? aljazeera.com As Mali faces its biggest security challenge in years, Al Jazeera profiles key leaders from government and armed groups.
(2026-04-30). Saudi Arabia to end LIV Golf funding this year: US reports. newarab.com 
(2026-04-30). Freedom on My Mind (Video). wibailoutpeople.org Documentary of the civil rights movement and the events surrounding the Mississippi Voter Registration Project of the early 1960's. Combines archival footage with contemporary interviews.
(2026-04-30). Changing Landscape of West Asian Defence and Security. ummid.com The old framework of rigid alliances in West Asia is giving way to overlapping security partnerships, strategic hedging, internal military modernization, and new calculations shaped as much by technology and economics as by traditional geopolitics.
(2026-04-30). NATO, a Cold War relic, is due for abolition. peoplesworld.org 
Recently, the North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO) marked its 76th anniversary. Founded in 1949, in the early days of the Cold War, by twelve countries—the United States, Canada, and ten in Europe, its main purpose was to contain "the spread of communism." It should be noted that in the years which followed NATO's establishment the United …
(2026-04-30). Kenya's Sawe hailed at State House after historic marathon. aljazeera.com Kenyan runner Sabastian Sawe received a hero's welcome from President William Ruto.
(2026-04-30). Healing with Psychedelics: Veterans, PTSD, and the Science of Mind-Altering Drugs. whyy.org For decades, psychedelics like LSD, psilocybin, and MDMA were regarded as dangerous drugs of abuse — but that's started changing as research increasingly reveals their ability to help treat serious mental health issues. On this episode, we listen back to past conversations about the science behind these drugs' therapeutic potential, along with powerful stories of healing. | Psilocybin mushrooms, a type of hallucinogenic mushroom and a polyphyletic informal group of fungi that contain a prodrug of psilocybin, are captured beneath a blue and pink light.
(2026-04-30). Malegaon battles severe heat waves. ummid.com Malegaon, one of the largest textile clusters in India, is battling intense heat waves since the last eight days with the maximum temperature reaching as high as 44 degrees.
(2026-04-30). Iran warns US of 'prolonged, painful blows' amid reports of potential strike plans. tribune.com.pk 
(2026-04-30). New Jersey election 2026: Meet the 14 candidates running in the 12th Congressional District primary. whyy.org Voters in New Jersey's New Jersey's 12th Congressional District: What to know: | The 12th Congressional District covers parts of Mercer, Middlesex, Somerset and Union counties.
(2026-04-30). Migrant boat disaster off Libya kills 17 Sudanese, UN says. newarab.com 
A boat carrying 33 Sudanese migrants capsized in the Mediterranean Sea near the eastern Libyan town of Only seven of the people on board survived the shipwreck, the UN refugee agency said on X. | It was unclear when the boat capsized. | The UN International Organization for Migration, or IOM, said that when the survivors were rescued, they had been stranded at sea for several days, and that some of the migrants had died of hu…
(2026-04-30). Revolution and Evolution: A Podcast Conversation with Daniel Che. worldbeyondwar.org 
Daniel Che is a pacifist who left his home in Kyiv to live in Portugal and build Peaceful World, an online peace education project illuminated by Walt Whitman, Lev Tolstoy, the Woodstock Generation and Jainism. #WorldBEYONDWar…
(2026-04-30). Four sentenced in murder, drug cases. tribune.com.pk 
The Sessions courts on Thursday handed down severe sentences to four convicts in separate cases involving murder, grievous bodily harm, and narcotics offences, awarding cumulative punishments of life imprisonment, 18 years' imprisonment, and fines exceeding Rs5.15 million. | In one case, Bilal was sentenced to life imprisonment and ordered to pay Rs300,000 in compensation for murder. In the same incident, Jibran received five years' imprisonment along with Rs4.91m in diyat/arsh compensation for causing the loss of a citizen's eye, while Muhammad Azram was fined Rs80,000 as daman compensation for causing injury…
(2026-04-30). Tornadoes, Fire, and Spring. mediasanctuary.org We welcome back retired National Weather Service Meteorologist Hugh Johnson to give us our weekly weather update. | Co-hosts: Sean Bernyk, Sina Basila Hickey | Engineer: Kalix Sausville…
(2026-04-30). Uncovering Roots podcast: Israel's Paraguay scheme exposed. newarab.com 
(2026-04-30). Mills Out, Platner Ascendant: What Maine's Political Shocker Means For You. levernews.com 
(2026-04-30). Capital Region Furniture Bank Helps to Make a House a Home. mediasanctuary.org With the goal to eliminate furniture poverty and restore hope to struggling households, the Capital Region Furniture Bank helps to furnish homes while also diverting furniture from landfills. This is a project of The Homeless and Travelers Aid Society of the Capital District, and Executive Director Liz Hitt spoke with Mark Dunlea and Benno Greene for Hudson Mohawk Magazine. | More info:
(2026-04-30). Friends of the Earth Applauds House Stripping Harmful Pesticide Language from Farm Bill. commondreams.org This morning, the House voted to strip sections 10205, 10206, and 10207 from the Farm Bill, with 71 Republicans voting to strip the pesticide language and only 6 Democrats voting to keep it. This shows immense bipartisan support for upholding accountability for the pesticide industry. "Major pesticide issues haven't been debated on the House floor in a very long time" said Jason Davidson, Senior Food and Agriculture Campaigner with Friends of the Earth U.S. "For the people to win over the size, influence and money of the pesticide industry is a remarkable display of grassroots power and a tremendous victory fo…
(2026-04-30). 2026 WB Polls: When Votes Spoke Louder Than Words. ummid.com In Amit Shah's assertion about the government's policy of 'detect, delete and deport', the 'deport' element generated fear among Muslims and appears to have motivated higher participation in the 2026 West Bengal Assembly elections.
(2026-04-30). Arsenal vs Fulham: Premier League — teams, start, lineups, title race. aljazeera.com Arsenal will move six points clear of EPL title rivals Man City, who will have two games in hand, if they beat Fulham.
(2026-04-30). Telangana SSC Result 2026 Announced, Check List of Toppers. ummid.com The Board of Secondary Education (BSE) Telangana has declared today i.e. Wednesday April 29, 2026 the TS SSC (Class 10) 2026 examination result and score card on its official website bse.telangana.gov.in based on which the Merit List and Toppers Names have also been made public.
(2026-04-30). Italian trade union leaders travel to Cuba with solidarity aid for the people. radiohc.cu A delegation from the Federation of Agro-Industrial Workers of Italy (FLAI), affiliated with the Italian General Confederation of Labor (CGIL), has embarked on a trip to Cuba to deliver solidarity aid and reaffirm its support for the Caribbean nation. | The delegation, comprised of eleven members and led by the organization's national leader, Silvia Guaraldi, seeks to offer direct support in the face of the intensified US blockade against Cuba. The shipment transported by the union members includes essential supplies such as food, medicine, and photovoltaic systems. | During the group's farewell, FLAI Secretary G…
(2026-04-30). France probes teenage suspect in massive ID data breach. scmp.com The Paris prosecutor's office has opened an ‚Å investigation into ‚Å a 15-year-old, suspected of having ‚Å hacked the country's ID agency and trying to sell the data of millions of French people on the dark web this month, it said on Thursday. | The teenager, whose identity ‚Äåwas not revealed, was detained on April 25 and held in police custody for questioning after he was suspected of hiding behind the nickname "breach3d", a hacker who had put on sale on hacker forums between 12 million and 18 million…
(2026-04-30). Netanyahu shares AI video casting rivals Bennett, Lapid as Arab lawmakers as election campaigning ramps up. haaretz.com Whether Jewish Zionist parties would enter a coalition with Arab factions has become an early issue of the emerging election campaign. Both Bennett and Lapid, who launched a new party this week, have said they won't include Arab parties in their coalition…
(2026-04-30). Philly sheriff wants to double size of eviction unit after shootings shuttered for-profit system. She may not get it. whyy.org Have a question about Philly's neighborhoods or the systems that shape them? PlanPhilly reporters want to hear from you! Philadelphia Sheriff Rochelle Bilal wants to more than double the size of her office's eviction unit, a budget request aimed at clearing a sizable backlog of cases and keeping pace with new ones. | The office currently has eight to 12 detectives assigned to perform eviction operations each day, including lockouts. To meet the demand, Bilal hopes to hire another 14 detectives as part of a broader push…
(2026-04-30). Gianni Infantino confirms Iran World Cup participation. newarab.com 
"And the reason for that is very simple, dear friends, is because we have to unite. We have to bring people together. It is my responsibility. It is our responsibility," Infantino said. "Football unites the world. FIFA unites the world. You unite the world. We uni…
(2026-04-30). Trump shocks US oil companies, hints at 'war for months' even as airlines fail, Americans bleed cash. hindustantimes.com Oil has jumped to 120 dollars a barrel—its highest in over four years—after Trump warned the Hormuz blockade could last for months and called it "genius" in a meeting with oil executives. As budget airlines seek 2.5 billion dollars in aid and Spirit battles a second bankruptcy, Americans say they are paying for his Iran strategy.
(2026-04-30). Workers and young people in Canada and India urge participation in International Online May Day Rally. wsws.org The International Committee of the Fourth International and its daily publication, the World Socialist Web Site, are organizing the International Online May Day Rally at 3pm US Eastern Time on Friday, May 1 to provide a unified revolutionary socialist program to workers around the globe in the struggle against imperialist war, dictatorship, and austerity.
(2026-04-30). Oversupply Of Volatile Solar Energy Leads To Record NEGATIVE Prices! wattsupwiththat.com "The record negative prices are the market's loudest warning signal that we have an oversupply of unstable generation, but a dramatic lack of flexibility and storage capacity," Klimanachrichten summarizes.
(2026-04-30). Why did the UAE leave OPEC. newarab.com 
In a shock decision on Tuesday, the In a statement, the country's energy ministry announced it would leave the cartel from 1 May, adding to the growing uncertainty over global energy amid the ongoing closure of the The departure of OPEC's fo…
(2026-04-30). Nepal: Balen Government Should Bring Human Rights Reforms. hrw.org Click to expand Image | Nepal's prime minister, Balendra Shah, takes the oath of office, Kathmandu, March 27, 2026. | © 2026 Niranjan Shrestha/AP Photo | (Geneva) — Nepal's recently elected Rastriya Swatantra Party (RSP) government, led by Prime Minister Balendra Shah, which came to power on a wave of popular demands for change, should use this opportunity to bring lasting protections for human rights and the rule of law, Human Rights Watch, Amnesty International, and the International Commission of Jurists said in a letter to Shah published today.The organizations made recommendations on 13 areas o…
(2026-04-30). Unite cancels May Day strike by Doncaster bus drivers to meet with management. wsws.org The May Day stoppage would have provided a platform to appeal beyond their depot—to bus workers and the wider working class.
(2026-04-30). Humanoid robots being trialled as airport workers in Japan. aljazeera.com Japan Airlines says it will trial humanoid robots as workers at Tokyo's Haneda Airport.
(2026-04-30). Pakistan, US reaffirm commitment to 'constructive engagement'. tribune.com.pk 
Pakistan's Ambassador to the United States Rizwan Saeed Sheikh has expressed Islamabad's steadfast commitment to promoting conflict resolution through dialogue and constructive engagement following a meeting with US Congressman Brian Mast, chairman of the House Foreign Affairs Committee's Republican caucus. | Sheikh described the interaction as "broad-based and productive," noting that both sides exchanged views on evolving regional and global developments. He also thanked the Congressman for recognising Pakistan's role in facilitating peace efforts in the Middle East and beyond. | The discussions included pro…
(2026-04-30). president Herzog: Death penalty law for Palestinians charged with terrorism. haaretz.com Speaking at a ceremony for military judges held in his residence, Herzog asked those present: 'How are you supposed to implement it?' The president's office said he was referring to section 55 of the law and characterized the remarks as 'sarcastic'…
(2026-04-30). ACC Alanna Gill on the Will They, Won't They Comedy Show. mediasanctuary.org Greg Creft gets to sit down with local Capital Region comic, Alanna Gill, where she talks about her time opening for headlining acts at the Albany Funny Bone and her early days of comedy. Alanna will be on the 'Will They, Won't They' Comedy Show at the Local 217 on Saturday May 2nd, 9 pm.
(2026-04-30). South Korea to lead joint maritime drill with US for 1st time. tribune.com.pk 
South Korea will lead multinational naval forces for the first time in a US-led maritime exercise starting in June, the navy said on Thursday. | A South Korean admiral will command the combined maritime forces in the Rim of the Pacific Exercise (RIMPAC), scheduled in and around Hawaii from June 24 to July 31, according to Yonhap News Agency. | This is the first time South Korea has taken this role in this exercise. It served as deputy commander in 2024. | Read: South Korea returns remains of 12 Chinese volunteer troops killed in Korean War | The biennial RIMPAC, held since 1971, aims to boost cooperation among…
(2026-04-30). Reform UK's Basildon Leader Accused of Bullying After Filming Council Staff and Residents With Meta-Style Smart Glasses. bylinetimes.com 
Reform UK's leader in Basildon — a council Farage's party hopes to take over — has faced a barrage of complaints after regularly wearing Meta-style camera glasses during council meetings and whilst doorknocking local residents, in a move described as intimidating by multiple local sources. | Cllr Sam Journet, who is running for re-election for Reform, was arrested last September on suspicion of stalking, harassment and a public order offence after facing complaints from council staff and elected officials about his conduct. | In November, Essex Police announced there would be no further action take…
(2026-04-30). Army Secretary Driscoll struggles to survive wild west Pentagon. responsiblestatecraft.org Army Secretary Dan Driscoll's rising star has put him at stark odds with DoD Secretary Pete Hegseth, who one Trump official said A North Carolina native and Iraq War veteran, Dan Driscoll
(2026-04-30). Releasing Full 2024 Election Autopsy Would Be "Navel Gazing," DNC Chair Says. truthout.org Democratic National Committee (DNC) Chair Ken Martin has dismissed calls for the committee's full "autopsy" report of the 2024 election to be released, saying that it would be "navel gazing" to focus on the historic loss for the party against President Donald Trump. On his podcast Pod Save America on Tuesday, Jon Favreau grilled Martin, asking the party leader why he reneged on his pledge in… |
(2026-04-30). UP: Girls bag all but one top rank as 10th, 12th results 2026 declared. ummid.com Uttar Pradesh 10th, 12th Results 2026: Girls secured all the top ranks, except one, as the Uttar Pradesh Madhyamik Shiksha Parishad (UPMSP) Thursday April 23, 2026 released the Class 10th Matric and Class 12th Inter results along with the Merit Lists and Toppers Names.
(2026-04-30). Broad Street Run, Sing Us Home Festival and 'Romeo Juliet' ballet in this week's 'Things To Do'. whyy.org Starting with May Day, the weekend kicks off a new month filled with major events like the Kentucky Derby and Mother's Day. Theater productions including "Carrie: The Musical," "Bat Out of Hell," "Ain't Misbehavin'" and the Philadelphia Ballet's "Romeo and Juliet" will take the stage, while festivals pop up across the city in South Street, Fairmount, Callowhill and Mt. Airy. | Or make your weekend plans musical with two major fests: Decibel Magazine hosts a beerfest inside a music fest on Saturday and Sunday, while South Jersey's Down & Derby Wine Festival celebrates all things Kentucky Derby, including fashion a…
(2026-04-30). Afghan linked to2021 Kabul airport attack convicted. tribune.com.pk 
(2026-04-30). Morenoites campaign for Brazilian Army medal for metalworkers union amid escalating global war. wsws.org The campaign signals a sharp lurch to the right by the PSTU Morenoites in a conjuncture marked by the escalating global of war and, internally, by dictatorial threats tied to the military.
(2026-04-30). Air Force Wants To Axe Its E-11A BACN Communications Jets. twz.com 
(2026-04-30). Mamdani encourages King Charles to return Koh-i-Noor diamond. tribune.com.pk 
New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani said on Wednesday he encourages Britain's King Charles to return the Koh-i-Noor diamond, with his comments coming during the British monarch's ongoing US visit. | "If I were to speak to the king separately from that, I would probably encourage him to return the Koh-i-Noor diamond," Mamdani, who is Indian American, said when asked at a press conference hours before a ceremony that commemorated victims of the deadly September 11, 2001, attacks. | Later in the day, the ‚Å king spoke with Mamdani at…
(2026-04-30). 'Dangerous and Shameful': 42 House Democrats Help GOP Send Trump Spying Bill to Senate. scheerpost.com Jessica Corbett for Common Dreams Dozens of Democrats in the Republican-controlled US House of Representatives helped the GOP send a key spying bill to the Senate on Wednesday, earning sharp condemnation from the diverse movement that has called for privacy reforms. The House voted 235-191 in favor of the bill released last week by Speaker Mike Johnson (R-La.), who has been trying for …
(2026-04-30). Kenya gives hero's welcome to marathon record-breaker Sabastian Sawe. aljazeera.com President Ruto gifts him $62,000 and a car after the runner's aircraft receives a water cannon salute in Nairobi.
(2026-04-30). Boards raise registration, migration fees. tribune.com.pk 
Citing financial constraints, education boards across the province have increased fees for Class 9 and 10 registrations, along with charges for subject changes, data correction, and migration for the 2026 ñ28 academic session, creating difficulties for low-income families. | All nine education boards in the province have formally started the registration process for the new academic session of Classes 9 and 10. Registration with the normal fee will continue until June 8. | The total registration cost has been set at Rs2,350, which includes a registration fee of Rs1,150, a processing fee of Rs870, and a…
(2026-04-30). Labor and allies map final May Day plans. peoplesworld.org 
WASHINGTON—Workers' rights and workers' causes will be the main emphasis, but not the only one, when millions of people take to the streets in more than 3,000 demonstrations nationwide to reclaim May Day as the special holiday for workers. If plans materialize, this could be one of the biggest May Day gatherings ever across the …
(2026-04-30). Why power analysis is key to fighting ICE. wagingnonviolence.org 
This article Deep research is key to identifying ICE's pillars of support and building the power necessary to topple them. | This article
(2026-04-30). Israeli forces raid Global Sumud Flotilla boats in international waters. radiohc.cu Israeli military forces have intercepted boats travelling with the Global Sumud Flotilla, using drones, communications jamming technology and armed raiding parties to halt the humanitarian fleet in the middle of the Mediterranean, according to organizers and Israeli media. | "Our boats were approached by military speedboats, self-identified as 'Israel', pointing lasers and semi-automatic assault weapons, ordering participants to the front of the boats and to get on their hands and knees," the Global Sumud Flotilla aid mission said on Thursday. | "Israeli military boats have illegally surrounded the flotilla in in…
(2026-04-30). Australian NDIS workers and participants oppose Labor's cuts to disability support. wsws.org "These supports are not optional—they are essential to my daily survival, including help with eating, hygiene, dressing and maintaining basic safety and wellbeing."
(2026-04-30). Energy shortage: Macron wants to use war on Iran to wage class war in France. wsws.org Ignoring the economic catastrophe threatened by Trump's blockade of Iran, Macron is instead focused on using the energy crisis to justify imposing austerity measures already rejected by the French people.
(2026-04-30). BOEM Offshore Wind Approvals: Radar Risks Identified, Not Resolved. wattsupwiththat.com "Congress now has an opportunity—and an obligation—to correct this flawed process by requiring rigorous, upfront, full-footprint review of radar impacts on air safety and national security before any further offshore wind projects proceed to construction or operation."
(2026-04-30). Uganda kindergarten murderer sentenced to death. scmp.com A Ugandan-American man was sentenced to death on Thursday over the murders of four young children he stabbed to death at a kindergarten in Uganda's capital. | Christopher Okello Onyum was arrested on April 2 as he tried to flee the day care centre in Kampala where he murdered the children aged 15 months to two-and-a-half years.
(2026-04-30). last stand? What to know about 2026 election. haaretz.com Who are the key players, when will it be held and how do Israeli elections work?
(2026-04-30). Anicca Bakery Pt 1 4-28-26 vers 5. mediasanctuary.org Anicca Bakery Pt 1 — 4-28-26 vers 5 by Hudson Mohawk Magazine…
(2026-04-30). How FinTech Is Powering the Next Generation of Entertainment Platforms. moguldom.com Remember when buying a movie ticket meant standing in line with cash? Or when subscribing to anything required calling a phone number and reading your credit card digits to a stranger? That feels like ancient history now. And the reason it feels so distant has less to do with the entertainment itself and more to …
(2026-04-30). Hundreds of Incarcerated Migrants Go on Hunger Strike in Remote Michigan Prison. scheerpost.com By October Krausch This article was originally published by Truthout Migrants at the GEO Group-run facility demand their right to due process, edible food, and an end to sleep deprivation. Hundreds of immigrant men at North Lake Processing Center, an Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) facility, began a hunger strike on April 20 in an …
(2026-04-30). Ring Road project opening delayed. tribune.com.pk 
The completion of the Rawalpindi Ring Road is now expected between May 30 and June 30, following delays in the construction of the broad-based Thallian Interchange, which will link the project to the motorway network. | Meanwhile, 88 per cent of work on the Kachehry Chowk Interchange Project ócomprising flyovers and underpasses óhas been completed, and it is likely to be opened to traffic by May 10. | Both projects are expected to be inaugurated by Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz. Authorities are also considering the option of opening them to traffic prior to their formal inauguration. | Rapid…
(2026-04-30). WSJ Energy Reporting: Improvement Needed. wattsupwiththat.com The ongoing come-uppance of the mainstream media needs to reach business reporting. In a new political climate, that time is now at the Wall Street Journal.
(2026-04-30). The World War of Drones: How Ukraine Is Redefining Defense Technology. thinktank.pk The modern battlefield is undergoing its biggest transformation since the invention of tanks or fighter jets—and at the center of that revolution is the drone. From Ukraine's skies to the Gulf's strategic corridors, warfare is increasingly defined not only by missiles and air power but by mass drone production, anti-drone interceptors, AI-enabled surveillance, and cheap …
(2026-04-30). AP SSC 10th Result 2026: When and How to Check. ummid.com Andhra Pradesh SSC Result 2026: The Andhra Pradesh School Education Department is declaring on its official website ' bse.ap.gov.in' the result of the students who had appeared in the AP SSC (Class 10) 2026 board examinations.
(2026-04-30). This Supreme Court 'victory' for oil giants is not what it seems. peoplesworld.org 
For millions of years, the Mississippi River flowed unchecked, carrying roughly 400 million metric tons of sediment down to Louisiana, where it spilled into the Gulf of Mexico to create new land. But in the early 20th century, a series of dams and river-training structures were built to prevent flooding — leaving the river tamed …
(2026-04-30). Susan Watkins: Trump Abroad. newleftreview.org In which direction is America heading, amid the strategic cacophony of Trump's second term—counter-revolution in the Caribbean, onslaught on Iran, somersaults on China? Analysis of the political logics at stake as the US ratchets up from covert to overt assassinations; from wars of attrition to wars of overthrow.
(2026-04-30). Cuban foreign minister questions diplomatic security in the United States. radiohc.cu Cuban Foreign Minister Bruno Rodríguez questioned diplomatic security in the United States, recalling the attack against his country's embassy in Washington, DC, six years ago, a case that remains unsolved. | On the social network X, Bruno Rodríguez recalled that on April 30, 2020, a terrorist fired 32 rounds from his AK-47 rifle at his country's embassy "with the declared intention of hitting anything in front of him, including people." | The case in the United States remains unsolved, which "raises doubts about diplomatic security in the US capital," the head of Cuban diplomacy stated in…
(2026-04-30). "Wrapped in the Spiral" : Natalia Lassalle-Morillo on Creation and Collaboration. publicbooks.org Passage of the Spiral (2024) is a film with hazy and indistinct parameters, earning its designation of "pseudo-documentary." Who is acting, and who is "real"? Which of the many stories being told or represented is true? The film shirks the rigidity of borders—between reality and fiction, between geographies, and between who is permitted to be …
(2026-04-30). Shanghai plans to drive tech innovation. ecns.cn Shanghai's continued efforts to improve its innovation ecosystem will help build the city into a global hub for technological advancement and support high-quality economic growth, experts said.
(2026-04-30). Pentagon official says Iran war has cost 25 bln USD so far. ecns.cn WASHINGTON, April 29 ⚪ A senior Pentagon official said Wednesday that the cost of the ongoing U.S.war against Iran is estimated to be 25 billion U.
(2026-04-30). DHS is Buying Access To Real-Time Location Data—The Latest Expansion Of Its "Invasive" Surveillance Technology. scheerpost.com The new $2.9 million contract with Penlink PLX allows Trump's Homeland Security Task Force to intercept, aggregate, and analyze calls, texts, and web activity to track people's movements Maurizio Guerrero for Prism Despite serious concerns raised by dozens of federal legislators about the potential misuse of location technologies to violate rights, the Department of Homeland …
(2026-04-30). Palestinian journalist released from Israeli prison unrecognisable. aljazeera.com Palestinian journalist Ali al-Samoudi was released from Israeli prison with severe weight loss, showing signs of torture…
(2026-04-30). PSX ends over 2,800 points lower after volatile trading session. tribune.com.pk 
The Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX) came under heavy selling pressure on Thursday, with the benchmark KSE-100 Index shedding 2,830 points to close at 162,994.17. The index witnessed an intraday high of 164,357.47 and a low of 160,391.18, reflecting significant volatility in the session. | Market analysts attributed the sharp decline to profit-taking by investors on concerns over macroeconomic indicators. Trading activity remained robust, with the total volume reaching 161.18 million shares, while the traded value stood at Rs12.02 billion. | The market opened in the red and remained under pressure throughout the…
(2026-04-30). KCET 2026 Agriculture Practical Test: List of Candidates Published. ummid.com The Karnataka Examination Authority (KEA) has published on its official website the list of candidates eligible to appear in the Karnataka UGCET 2026 Agriculture Practical Test along with the list of non-eligible candidates.
(2026-04-30). Ministry of Communications reaffirms call for May Day parade. radiohc.cu The Ministry of Communications (Mincom) reaffirmed its call for workers in the sector to participate enthusiastically in the May Day parade and open forum on May 1, 2026, International Workers' Day, at the José Martí Anti-Imperialist Tribune in Havana. | According to the institution's Facebook page, the initial gathering will take place at 4: 00 a.m. at the Paseo Street Bridge, on the corner of the National Theater, alongside the Civil Defense Workers, to organize the Communications Bloc. | Participants will carry Cuban flags, flags of the 26th of July Movement, and institutional flags, images of the historical le…
(2026-04-30). The Great Indian Turncoat Bazaar. ummid.com Raghav Chadha's exit from the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) is neither shocking nor exceptional, it is entirely in keeping with the grammar of our times.
(2026-04-30). Chinese badminton head Zhang Jun faces disciplinary probe. ecns.cn Zhang Jun, president of the Chinese Badminton Association and vice-president of the Nanjing Sport Institute in Jiangsu province, is under investigation for alleged serious violations of Party discipline and national laws, China's top anti-corruption bodies said on Wednesday.
(2026-04-30). NicaNotes: On the 39th Anniversary of His Death: Ben Linder Presente! afgj.org 
NicaNotes April 30, 2026 By James Phillips (James Phillips is a cultural anthropologist. He and his wife Lucy Edwards were Witness for Peace team members in Nicaragua in 1985-87.) The life and death of Ben Linder have become emblematic of what international solidarity meant during the contra war. Linder was born in San Francisco in…
(2026-04-30). James Comey appears in court following indictment for "86 47" social media meme. wsws.org James Comey, the former FBI director who was fired by Donald Trump in 2017, was indicted by a North Carolina grand jury on Tuesday for a post on Instagram that prosecutors claim was a threat to kill the president.
(2026-04-30). 'A Fight Ahead': Black Voters Face Fallout From U.S. Supreme Court Decision. capitalbnews.org 
In the hours after the U.S. Supreme Court eroded a key provision of the landmark Voting Rights Act of 1965, the word Louisiana resident Martha Davis kept returning to was disappointed. Cleo Fields took office in January 2025, elected to represent Louisiana's brand new majority-Black congressional district. Davis, who was a teacher for more than …
(2026-04-30). Imran's treatment not possible in jail, IHC told. tribune.com.pk 
The Islamabad High Court was informed on Thursday that Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) founder Imran Khan and his wife Bushra Bibi were facing deteriorating eyesight and prolonged solitary confinement in jail, with their counsel raising concerns over medical treatment and prison conditions. | Barrister Salman Safdar, representing the PTI founder and Bibi, told the division bench headed by Chief Justice Sardar Muhammad Sarfraz Dogar and Justice Muhammad Asif that both were suffering health complications, adding that adequate treatment was not possible in Adiala Jail. | During hearing of appeals in the £190…
(2026-04-30). Zelenskiy instructs Ukrainian officials to contact Trump team about Putin ceasefire proposal. tribune.com.pk 
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy on Thursday said that he instructed his country's representatives to contact US President Donald Trump's team to clarify the details of a ceasefire proposed by Russia. | In a statement on X, Zelenskiy said Kyiv seeks peace amid the four-year war in Ukraine and is doing the necessary diplomatic work to bring the conflict to an end. | I have instructed our representatives to contact the team of the President of the United States and clarify the details of Russia's proposal for a short-term ceasefire. Ukraine seeks peace and is doing the necessary diplomatic work to bring t…
(2026-04-30). Myanmar's blanket prison term reduction trims Aung San Suu Kyi's sentence. aljazeera.com The deposed elected leader has been granted two amnesties this month, but her remaining sentence remains unclear.
(2026-04-30). WHYY Newscast for Thursday 6:00 a.m. whyy.org The latest local headlines from WHYY…
(2026-04-30). When Bankruptcy Makes Sense: Understanding Your Best Financial Reset. moguldom.com Financial stress often starts small and quickly feels overwhelming. Many people fear bankruptcy as a last resort. In fact, it can be a useful financial tool when debt is too hard to manage. For many households, debt starts with one missed payment, an unexpected medical bill, a job loss, or rising credit card balances that …
(2026-04-30). Cost of Iran war equals aid for more than 87m people: UN chief. newarab.com 
The The US Department of Defense says it has spent $25 billion so far on the conflict in the Middle East, while the "I kno…
(2026-04-30). Uganda court sentences man to death for killing four children at nursery. aljazeera.com Christopher Okello Onyum sentenced for fatal stabbing of four children aged between one and three years old.
(2026-04-30). Sindh govt sets up nearly 10 Down syndrome centres in Hyderabad: CM Murad. tribune.com.pk 
Chief Minister Sindh Murad Ali Shah on Thursday said that the provincial government had established nearly 10 Down syndrome centres in Hyderabad, following Karachi. | Speaking in Hyderabad, Shah said that the Hyderabad centre reflected the government's commitment to the cause, adding that the project, assigned in July, was completed and inaugurated two months ahead of schedule through the collective efforts of the team involved. | The chief minister also mentioned that he had assigned a new task to his team to establish a similar centre in Sukkur, aiming to extend such facilities to all divisional headquarters…
(2026-04-30). Putin calls for building nuclear-weapon-free world. ecns.cn MOSCOW, April 29 ⚪ Russia, as a responsible party to and one of the depositaries of the Treaty on the Non-Proliferation of Nuclear Weapons, strictly abides by the letter and spirit of the treaty.Russian President Vladimir Putin said in an address to the 11th NPT Review Conference on Wednesday.
(2026-04-30). Guterres rebukes US over dues. tribune.com.pk 
United Nations Secretary-General Antonio Guterres said on Thursday that the billions of dollars the United States owes to the world body is "non-negotiable," after reports that Washington had placed conditions on releasing the funds. | The development newswire Devex reported this week that two diplomatic notes circulated by the U.S. called for nine "quick-hit" reforms as a condition for releasing more funds, including further cost-cutting, and moves to counter China's influence at the United Nations. | "The money we are talking about is referred to as assessed contributions," Guterres told reporters when asked…
(2026-04-30). 42 House Democrats Join GOP in Passing Warrantless Mass Surveillance Bill. truthout.org Dozens of Democrats in the Republican-controlled U.S. House of Representatives helped the GOP send a key spying bill to the Senate on Wednesday, earning sharp condemnation from the diverse movement that has called for privacy reforms. The House voted 235-191 in favor of the bill released last week by Speaker Mike Johnson (R-La.), who has been trying for months to get an extension of Section… |
(2026-04-30). Innovative Apprenticeships Address Shortages in Childcare and Early Ed. projectcensored.org Apprenticeship programs for aspiring educators provide "classes and training alongside paid work experience to help hopeful teachers earn required credentials and get full-time jobs," Nirvi Shah reported for the Hechinger Report in January 2026. Across a variety of fields, apprenticeships help workers early in their careers, providing essential skills and…
(2026-04-30). Ant International serves 150m merchants, 2b consumers, bets on AI commerce infrastructure. scmp.com Ant International, the overseas spin-off of Chinese fintech giant Ant Group, has connected more than 150 million merchants with over 2 billion consumer accounts around the world, as it positions its payments network as core infrastructure for the emerging AI commerce economy. | The figures, disclosed at the company's MoMents 2026 forum in Kuala Lumpur, which ran from Monday to Wednesday, underscore the scale Ant is seeking to leverage amid the rising adoption of artificial intelligence agents.
(2026-04-30). Japan cleaner goes viral with spa-like service for plushies. tribune.com.pk 
(2026-04-30). Mali turmoil tests Russia's image as a security guarantor in Africa. scmp.com A series ‚Å of reversals suffered by Mali's Moscow-backed military government has dented Russia's image as ‚Å a self-styled security guarantor in Africa and threatens its strategic and economic interests on the continent. | The military junta, which turned to Russia for support after expelling French and UN troops following coups in 2020 and 2021, was rocked at the weekend by an offensive by West Africa's al-Qaeda affiliate and a Tuareg-dominated separatist group.
(2026-04-30). Flotilla activist: Israel's 'brutal attack' will not deter us. aljazeera.com Activist Omer Aslan says Israel's interception of 22 boats late Wednesday will not stop the Global Sumud Flotilla.
(2026-04-30). Press freedom worldwide falls to its lowest level in 25 years. aljazeera.com Reporters Without Borders warns that 'journalism is increasingly criminalised worldwide'.
(2026-04-30). Costas Lapavitsas: A Topography of the New Dollar Imperialism. newleftreview.org Topography of the contemporary world economy as a system of subordination, structured by the primacy of Fed-backed dollar-liquidity and a world division of labour jointly configured by productive and financial capital, generating forms of peripheral financialization. Monetary dominance—ultimately underwritten by military force?
(2026-04-30). Trump blasts Powell over decision to stay on as Fed governor. ecns.cn "JeromeToo LatePowell wants to stay at the Fed because he cant get a job anywhere else ⚪ Nobody wants him, "Trump wrote on his Truth Social account.
(2026-04-30). Shockwaves: How the US—Iran War Is Dragging the World Economy Down. truepublica.org.uk The global economy is entering a more dangerous phase as the US/Iran war deepens. What began as a regional conflict is now disrupting energy, trade, and financial stability worldwide. At the centre of the crisis is energy. The closure of key shipping routes has pushed oil and gas prices sharply higher, feeding inflation and squeezing …
(2026-04-30). Karnataka SSLC Result 2026 Out: Check Full List of Toppers. ummid.com Karnataka SSLC 2026 Toppers: The Karnataka Secondary Education Examination Board (KSEEB) has annouced today i.e. Thursday April 23, 2026 the result of the Senior School Leaving Certificate (Karnataka SSLC) 2026 exam, also known as Pre University and Class 10 exams, along with the Merit List and Toppers' Names on its official website karresults.nic.in and kseab.karnataka.gov.in.
(2026-04-30). Iran's supreme leader defies US blockade as oil prices soar. newarab.com 
Oil prices hit a four-year high then fell back slightly, before Mojtaba Khamenei issued a written statement that was read out on state television declaring that Iran was now in th…
(2026-04-30). Wang tells Rubio Taiwan is 'biggest risk' in ties. tribune.com.pk 
China and the US should prepare for "important high-level exchanges", Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi said in a call with U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio on Thursday, while warning the Taiwan issue is "the biggest point of risk" for relations. | "The Taiwan issue concerns China's core interests," Wang told Rubio, adding that the U.S. should "keep its promises and make the right choices in order to open up new space for China-U.S. cooperation and make due efforts for world peace", an official summary of the call released by Wang's ministryshowed. | The phone conversation came weeks before an expected mid-M…
(2026-04-30). Workers Struggles: Europe, Middle East & Africa. wsws.org Doctors in Spain continue monthly national strikes over pay and conditions; shop workers in Belgium at Aldi stores in wildcat strike over Sunday working; Nigerian oil and gas workers begin indefinite strike at Seplat Energy over pay and conditions…
(2026-04-30). UK groups urge trade suspension over Israel death penalty law. newarab.com 
(2026-04-30). SC petition challenges IHC judges' transfer. tribune.com.pk 
(2026-04-30). Maharashtra HSC Result 2026: DigiLocker Status Sparks Buzz. ummid.com Maharashtra HSC Result 2026: The Maharashtra State Board of Secondary and Higher Secondary Education (MSBSHSE) is releasing HSC or Class 12th result on the state board's official website 'mahresult.nic.in'.
(2026-04-30). Can the Global South End the Fossil Fuel Era? thinktank.pk As the world remains trapped between escalating geopolitical wars, oil shocks, and weak climate diplomacy, Colombia has launched one of the boldest political experiments of 2026: positioning itself as the diplomatic headquarters of a post-fossil-fuel world. In the coastal city of Santa Marta, more than 50 countries gathered for the first major international conference focused …
(2026-04-30). KCET 2026 Answer Key Released, What Next? ummid.com The Karnataka Examination Authority (KEA) has published the Provisional Answer Key of UGCET 2026, also known as KCET 2026, on its official website 'cetonline.karnataka.gov.in'.
(2026-04-30). Lufthansa will continue to cancel some flights to Israel in June after pledging return. haaretz.com The German airline group said it may resume some Tel Aviv flights starting June 1, depending on the security situation…
(2026-04-30). Mexico's Sheinbaum questions US claims of drug ties to Sinaloa governor. aljazeera.com US prosecutors unsealed an indictment charging Ruben Rocha and nine others over alleged Sinaloa cartel links.
(2026-04-30). US jury convicts Sharifullah linked to 2021 Kabul airport attack. geo.tv 
Daesh militant Mohammad Sharifullah being escorted by FBI personnel during his transfer to United States. — X@FBIDirectorKash
(2026-04-30). Admin Uses Records Policy to Jail Scientist While Being Sued for Records Abuses. truthout.org The Trump administration raided the home of and jailed a scientist this week over alleged violations of record-keeping protocols, with FBI Director Kash Patel saying officials will not tolerate such abuses — all while the administration is being sued over a recent policy declaring that Donald Trump is immune from record-keeping law. On Monday, federal law enforcement agents pounded on the… |
(2026-04-30). The Strokes Star, Julian Casablancas, slams 'white privilege' of US Zionists. ummid.com Julian Casablancas, The Strokes' lead singer, during an extended episode of the viral online talk show SubwayTakes, has called out the 'white privilege' of Zionists in the United States.
(2026-04-30). Britain's Quiet Comeback: The UK Economy Finds Its Footing Again. truepublica.org.uk After years of shocks—pandemic disruption, inflation, and political uncertainty—the UK economy is showing cautious optimism. Not a boom, but a steady recovery is emerging across key areas. Businesses are shifting from their previous crisis mode position toward investment and growth. There is also a change in tone. From green energy to regional investment, the UK …
(2026-04-30). U.S. stocks mixed amid historic Fed dissent, surging oil prices. ecns.cn NEW YORK, April 29 ⚪ U.S.stocks ended mixed on Wednesday as investors digested a heavily divided Federal Reserve interest rate decision and continuous rise of crude oil prices.Conversely, SoFi Technologies dropped over 15 percent, and Robinhood Markets sank 13.24 percent during the session.
(2026-04-30). Man charged with trying to kill Trump agrees to remain in custody. scmp.com The man accused of attempting to assassinate President Donald Trump at a black-tie press gala in Washington agreed on Thursday to remain in custody while his case moves forward. | The suspect, Cole Allen, 31, would ‚Äånot immediately contest prosecutors' arguments that he was a danger to the community and should remain in jail, his lawyer, Tezira Abe, said during a court hearing.
(2026-04-30). Trump says Tennessee next to redistrict after US Voting Rights Act ruling. aljazeera.com Ruling weakening Voting Rights Act opens door to more states redrawing maps, diluting voting power of minority groups.
(2026-04-30). Incoming Mossad chief may have tried to influence testimony before appointment panel. haaretz.com Roman Gofman approached several people involved in the use of an underage spy during his time in the army. One of them wondered whether Gofman tried to influence his testimony…
(2026-04-30). Exhibit spotlights award-winning artists. tribune.com.pk 
The New Cadence II exhibition, featuring 14 emerging artists, is opening today, May 1 at Gallery 6 in the federal capital. | Curated by Dr Arjumand Faisel, this exhibition is the second edition of a programme that traces the artistic journeys of the participants of the National Biennial Arjumand Painting Award 2025, beyond the competition itself. | As Dr Faisel stated in the preview, "A cadence is not a beginning, it is what a voice finds after moving through uncertainty. The exhibition asks what happens when 14 such voices, sharing a single point of departure, are given space to develop on their own terms."
(2026-04-30). They Know—and They're Starving the World Anyway. scheerpost.com There is a script already written for the coming catastrophe—and the people in power are rehearsing it. Soon, as supply chains fracture and food disappears from entire regions, we'll be told this famine was inevitable. A tragic side effect. The unfortunate cost of war. But don't believe it. This isn't a hurricane. It isn't a …
(2026-04-30). The Untouched Power That Could Stop The Iran War. levernews.com 
(2026-04-30). Palestinians mourn football loving teenager killed by Israeli army. aljazeera.com Mourners in Hebron laid to rest 16-year-old Ibrahim al-Khayatt who was shot in the chest by Israeli soldiers.
(2026-04-30). U.S. House Strips Cancer Gag Act From Farm Bill. commondreams.org Today, the U.S. House of Representatives passed its version of the Farm Bill by a vote of 224-200. The Senate has yet to propose a draft version of the legislation.In a significant victory for public health and environmental advocates, the House voted 280-142 to strip Cancer Gag Act language including Sections 10205-7 from the bill. Over 70 Republicans voted to strip the provision alongside all but six Democrats. The provision would have shielded pesticide manufacturers from health-related lawsuits. The vote comes on the heels of Supreme Court oral arguments in Monsanto Company v. Durnell, where the Trump admi…
(2026-04-30). Trump says he's lifting some tariffs on Scotch whisky after King Charles visit. scmp.com US President Donald Trump said on Thursday that he was removing certain tariffs on Scotch whisky after this week's White House visit by the UK's King Charles and Queen Camilla. | "The King and Queen got me to do something that nobody else was able to do, without hardly even asking!" Trump posted on social media. | Trump said people had wanted this change, especially with regard to the wooden barrels in which the spirits of Scotch and bourbon can be aged.
(2026-04-30). Tunisia's jailed opposition leader Ghannouchi rushed to hospital. aljazeera.com Jailed Tunisian opposition leader Rached Ghannouchi is rushed to hospital, as his party demands his immediate release.
(2026-04-30). May 1 deadline could trigger constitutional clash over Trump's Iran war. nationofchange.org As the War Powers Resolution clock expires, a legal confrontation is emerging over whether President Donald Trump can continue military operations in Iran without congressional approval.
(2026-04-30). Iran war tests India's Brics leadership as 'political relevance' questions mount. scmp.com Brics' inability to speak with one voice on the Middle East conflict has become a stern test of India's leadership of the bloc, exposing the challenge of building consensus among its 10 members with divergent interests and concerns. | The bloc could not agree on a common position on the war at a meeting of Brics officials to discuss Middle East and North Africa issues in New Delhi last week.
(2026-04-30). Pennsylvania lawmakers want to ban products like playmats, infant bedding that contain toxic PFAS chemicals. whyy.org From Philly and the Pa. suburbs to South Jersey and Delaware, what would you like WHYY News to cover? Cosmetics, menstrual products, dental floss and children's items like bedding and playmats — these common household items could contain toxic PFAS chemicals. | The so-called "forever chemicals" have been linked to serious Now, lawmakers in Pennsylvania are taking steps that aim to protect consumers from…
(2026-04-30). Decoding the Technofascist Tendency in Palantir's Manifesto. bylinetimes.com 
(2026-04-30). Supreme Court steps up attacks on democratic rights. wsws.org The right-wing majority overturned congressional district lines in Louisiana and seemed poised to support Trump's efforts to end Temporary Protected Status for immigrants.
(2026-04-30). Some 287 nominated for 2026 Nobel Peace Prize, Trump likely among them. geo.tv 
Nobel Prize medal replica is on display inside the Norwegian Nobel Institute in Oslo, Norway September 19, 2022. — ReutersSome 287 candidates will be considered for the 2026 Nobel Peace Prize, the secretary of the Norwegian Nobel Committee said on Thursday, with US President Donald…
(2026-04-30). Harvard Raises Wage Offer, Expands Benefits as Grad Student Strike Enters Second Week. wibailoutpeople.org 
Members of the Harvard Graduate Students Union-United Auto Workers picket outside a bargaining session for Harvard Undergraduate Workers Union-United Auto Workers on Friday. Harvard presented a new wage and benefits proposal Tuesday. | By
(2026-04-30). Hope Is Not Naive: Rebecca Solnit on Backlash, Power, and Political Memory. truthout.org "One of the greatest cures for despair and depression is to do something, and to do something with the people who care," says Rebecca Solnit. In this episode of Movement Memos, host Kelly Hayes talks with Solnit about hope, backlash, political memory, and why history can help us understand our own power. Their conversation explores feminism, climate grief, authoritarianism, misogyny… |
(2026-04-30). Mass May Day in Chicago May 2026! Teachers, Healthcare Other Workers With Community Members Marching City Wide No School! No Work! No Shopping! wibailoutpeople.org 
(2026-04-30). How Education Ministry is fueling youth violence instead of preventing it. haaretz.com The Education Ministry has no plan to curb youth violence and is instead fueling it through political crackdowns on schools. Welfare services are overstretched and failing. And rather than uphold the law, police are violating it…
(2026-04-30). US telecoms agency votes to expand tech crackdown on China. scmp.com The Federal Communications ‚Å Commission on Thursday voted unanimously to advance a proposal to bar all Chinese labs from testing electronic devices such as smartphones, cameras and computers for use in the United States. | The agency says about 75 per cent of ‚Äåall US electronics are tested in China and plans to adopt a streamlined approval process for devices tested in US labs or labs from countries not posing national security risks.
(2026-04-30). Díaz-Canel encabezó entrega de condecoraciones a héroes del trabajo y colectivos laborales. cubadebate.cu Con la presencia de Miguel Díaz-Canel Bermúdez, Primer Secretario del Comité Central del Partido Comunista de Cuba y Presidente de la República, tuvo lugar en el Salón de Protocolo El Laguito el acto de entrega de condecoraciones estatales de la Central de Trabajadores de Cuba (CTC).
(2026-04-30). El Mejunje siempre estará en el lado correcto. radiohc.cu 
´Un día de 1992 se comenzó a pintar sin darnos cuenta de que no habíamos pedido permiso; así hemos tenido que hacer muchas obras dentro y fuera de estas paredes, luego la vida demostró que jamás estuvimos equivocados ª. | Esa certeza la sueltan los labios de Ramón Silverio Gómez, y nosotros la reproducimos con el respeto que merece quien ha hecho de la diversidad, la libertad y la esperanza una bandera cotidiana. El mural que hoy identifica a El Mejunje en Cuba y el mundo es obra de un colectivo de autores del Fondo Cubano de Bienes Culturales, pero también encierra la esencia misma de esta céntrica u…
(2026-04-30). Cancilleres de México y España expresan preocupación por bloqueo de EEUU a Cuba. radiohc.cu Los cancilleres de México, Roberto Velasco, y de España, José Manuel Albares manifestaron este miércoles preocupación por la realidad de Cuba, en medio del recrudecimiento del bloqueo impuesto por Estados Unidos. | Tras una reunión en Ciudad de México, como parte de la visita al país del ministro español de Asuntos Exteriores, Velasco refirió que compartieron su preocupación por la creciente volatilidad internacional y la escalada de conflictos con graves consecuencias humanitarias.México siempre ha rechazado el uso o la amenaza de la fuerza y siempre expresa su preocupación por las crisis que se enfrentan en dis…
(2026-04-30). Presidente de Cuba asiste a acto de entrega de condecoraciones sindicales. radiohc.cu Con la presencia del primer secretario del Comité Central del Partido Comunista de Cuba (PCC) y presidente de la República, de Miguel Díaz-Canel tiene lugar en el Salón de Protocolo El Laguito, el acto de entrega de condecoraciones estatales de la Central de Trabajadores de Cuba (CTC). | En esta ocasión se hace entrega del título honorífico de Héroe del Trabajo de la República a 18 personalidades de destacada trayectoria, así como las órdenes Lázaro Peña en I, II y III grados, y la medalla Jesús Menéndez a trabajadores y colectivos. | La ceremonia saluda las celebraciones en la Isla por el Día Internacional de lo…
(2026-04-30). Cuba unifica protocolos de neonatología en taller regional en Holguín. radiohc.cu Especialistas del oriente de Cuba unificaron en la ciudad de Holguín protocolos de atención al recién nacido, durante un taller territorial sobre neonatología enfocado en socializar experiencias y unificar criterios médicos frente a diversas afecciones. | La jefa de ese servicio en el Hospital Universitario Docente Vladimir Ilich Lenin, Ana Nastia Tamayo, precisó a Prensa Latina que este encuentro permite revisar los tratamientos aplicados en el manejo de complicaciones como el distrés respiratorio. | Tamayo explicó que la cita incluyó el análisis de manuales de organización y procedimiento, herramientas impresci…
(2026-04-30). La crisis de la hegemonía estadounidense. cubadebate.cu El fin de la URSS y del bloque socialista supuso el fin de la Guerra Fría, tal como había existido desde el final de la Segunda Guerra Mundial. Estados Unidos creía que volvería a ser la única superpotencia, como lo había sido Inglaterra durante casi todo el siglo XIX. Pero, de repente, surgió el fenómeno más importante del siglo XXI hasta la fecha: los BRICS.
(2026-04-30). FIFA anuncia nuevas disposiciones rumbo a la Copa del Mundo. cubadebate.cu El Consejo de la Federación Internacional de Fútbol Asociación (FIFA) anunció nuevas disposiciones rumbo a la Copa del Mundo 2026. Entre las principales medidas adoptadas sobresale un aumento del 15% adicional de los recursos, que ascienden a un total de 871 millones de dólares, que se distribuirán entre los 48 participantes.
(2026-04-30). Lista la Plaza del Che para otra demostración de amor a Cuba. radiohc.cu 
La Plaza de la Revolución Comandante Ernesto Che Guevara de Santa Clara, escenario de grandes acontecimientos, engalana sus espacios para acoger este Primero de Mayo a los trabajadores villaclareños que, un año más, desfilarán junto a sus familias en apoyo incondicional a la Revolución. | Gileana Gómez Mesa, integrante del Secretariado de la Central de Trabajadores de Cuba (CTC) en Villa Clara, comentó a la prensa que a este enclave que custodia los restos del Guerrillero Heroico acude cada año el pueblo santaclareño a reafirmar su respaldo al proyecto social que defendemos; esta vez, subrayó, no será diferente y…
(2026-04-30). Cina, Iran, USA, un complesso gioco di potere. strategic-culture.su Dal punto di vista di Washington, l'alleanza tra Teheran e Pechino è un incubo strategico. | Segue nostro Il panorama strategico del conflitto | La guerra in corso degli Stati Uniti contro l'Iran va ben oltre una semplice crisi regionale; essa rappresenta una chiara dimostrazione della persistente instabilità insita nell'egemonia globale americana. Gli Stati Uniti, attraverso il loro disprezzo per il diritto internazionale, la sovranità…
(2026-04-30). Australia vote for this war, but fighting it anyway. independentaustralia.net 
(2026-04-30). Rockets defeat Lakers in Reaves's return, force Game 6 in NBA playoffs. aljazeera.com Despite the return of star Austin Reaves, the LA Lakers were defeated by Houston Rockets in Game 5 of their series.