(2026-06-08). US preps for Iran nuclear endgame? Trump envoys consult atomic experts in secret visit. hindustantimes.com Reports suggest the Trump administration is preparing for a possible breakthrough in U.S.-Iran nuclear negotiations. According to Axios and Reuters, envoys Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner recently visited Oak Ridge National Laboratory in Tennessee to consult leading nuclear experts who could support future talks with Tehran. The reported move comes as discussions over sanctions relief, frozen Iranian assets, uranium enrichment, and nuclear safeguards enter a critical phase. While no final agreement has been reached, the consultations indicate Washington is planning for potential implementation scenarios if a deal…
(2026-06-08). Report: US Plans To Divert Frozen Iranian Assets. popularresistance.org The White House plans to transfer seized Iranian assets to Gulf states for repairing damage caused by Iran's retaliatory strikes, CBS News reported on 7 June, citing sources familiar with the matter. | On Saturday, a source told CBS that US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent has instructed a team to assess costs for damage inflicted on Washington's Gulf allies by Iran. | Assets that could be used include Iranian cash in frozen bank accounts or hard assets such as seized oil tankers. | The White House will consider using frozen Iranian assets to repair past as well as future destruction caused by Iran in the Gulf st…
(2026-06-07). Iran launches missiles at Israel for first time since April ceasefire. ecns.cn JERUSALEM/TEHRAN, June 8 ⚪ Iran on Sunday evening launched several waves of missiles against Israel and warned the latter not to retaliate, in the first such strikes since a ceasefire was reached in April.
(2026-06-08). Israeli missiles hit Iran in retaliatory strike, first confrontation since April 8 ceasefire. ptcnews.tv PTC News Desk: Explosions were reported in several Iranian cities, including the capital Tehran, after Israel said it had carried out strikes on military targets. The attacks took place despite US President Donald Trump claiming he was directing developments in the region and had urged Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu not to respond to Tehran's recent missile attacks. | The strikes followed a sharp escalation in tensions between Iran and Israel after Tehran launched missiles at Israel on Sunday night, marking the first direct military confrontation between the two countries since the April 8 ceasefire.
(2026-06-08). Trump says new Israel, Iran strikes won't affect peace deal. geo.tv 
US President Donald Trump delivers the State of the Union address in the House Chamber of the US Capitol in Washington, DC, US, February 24, 2026. — Reuters/File
(2026-06-08). Iran Fires Missiles At Israel. popularresistance.org Iran fired missiles towards northern Israel on Sunday after warning that Israel must stop its attacks on Lebanon or face "more crushing and regretful blows". | The Israeli military said it had detected missiles launched from Iran and activated air defence systems to intercept them. | Iran's Revolutionary Guards tied the attack directly to Israel's assault on Lebanon, including strikes on Beirut's southern suburbs. | "We had previously warned that if the crimes in the Dahieh area of Beirut expand, we will attack targets in the occupied territories," IRGC top joint military command said.
(2026-06-08). The Hidden Winners of a New US-Iran Crisis: Politics, Oil and Power. thinktank.pk While ordinary citizens across the Middle East, global energy markets, and international trade networks suffer from instability, several political and strategic actors may find advantages in a breakdown of diplomacy. The renewed tensions come after Iran launched missiles toward Israel on June 7, marking the first direct bombardment since the fragile April ceasefire. The attack …
(2026-06-07). Trump, Netanyahu speak by phone after Iranian missile fire ⚪ Israeli state media. ecns.cn Trump,Netanyahu speak by phone after Iranian missile fire ⚪ Israeli state media.
(2026-06-08). Israel says second wave of Iranian missiles incoming. ecns.cn JERUSALEM, June 8 ⚪ The Israeli military said early Monday that it had detected a second wave of missiles launched from Iran.
(2026-06-08). 100 days of the US-Israeli war of aggression against Iran. wsws.org The war has had two major effects: a deepening of the global crisis of the capitalist system and an enormous escalation of the global class struggle, not least within the United States.
(2026-06-07). Iraqi armed group threatens to attack U.S. bases if Washington joins attacks on Iran. ecns.cn The Iraqi Shiite militia Kataib Hezbollah on Sunday threatened to attack U.
(2026-06-08). Thursday 6/11: Webinar: Vets Say NO to the Iran War. indybay.org Online | masspeace.us/VetsSayNo…
(2026-06-08). Through the Egyptian Gateway: Qatar Solidifies Its Investment Presence in Eastern Med Gas. uwidata.com Since the discovery of natural gas began in the deepwater basins of the Eastern Mediterranean—off the coasts of Egypt, Cyprus, Lebanon, Israel, and Türkiye—it has generated a great deal of enthusiasm that extends far beyond the littoral states. These states represent the actual owners of these reserves, regardless of any disputes that may arise from …
(2026-06-08). In Japan, Raves And Tea Parties Become Sites Of Protest. popularresistance.org Shinjuku Station in Tokyo is the busiest railway station in the world. On a given day, roughly 2.7 million passengers pass through. On March 29, they were joined by a stream of ravers, who danced while holding signs opposing the genocide in Palestine, xenophobia, queerphobia, fascism and war. | Under the slogan "Drop Bass Not Bombs," thousands danced and waved glow sticks while demanding the resignation of Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi, due to the government's escalating push towards rearmament and close relationship with U.S. President Donald Trump.
(2026-06-08). Lim Tean: Why standing on the wrong side of history cost Germany its UNSC seat. asiapacificreport.nz COMMENTARY: By Lim Tean Germany learnt to its huge cost and embarrassment last week that supporting Israel's genocidal operations in Gaza and elsewhere in the Middle East leads only to opprobrium from the international community. A country which had been a non-permanent member of the United Nations Security Council for decades lost in its bid…
(2026-06-08). How Israel Engineered Gaza's Health Care Collapse. juancole.com By Hend Salama Abo Helow | This article was originally published by A Palestinian doctor in Gaza says the territory is facing its worst medication shortage since Israel began the genocide. | My mother has been a hypertension patient for the past 25 years. Ever since her initial diagnosis, she has adhered strictly to her prescribed medication. Yet since the genocide broke out, her medicine gradually ran out until it vanished from the markets altogether, with no clinic, pharmac…
(2026-06-08). Pride 2026: Genocide Of Trans People Threatens All Workers. popularresistance.org Four years ago, SLL's 2022 Pride Month statement called on the workers and oppressed to "Resist the capitalist 'trans panic' strategy." We wrote then: "The only way fascist movements have ever been defeated is by people uniting and fighting back. | "It is not enough to rely on elections or hope that friendly politicians will save us. They won't. The Democratic Party is tied by a million threads to the same capitalist class that demands these anti-people measures." | The campaign of demonization has only intensified since then. | For the past 18 months, Donald Trump's regime has been steadily putting in place all…
(2026-06-08). Medicaid work requirements threaten coverage for millions as Trump escalates class war on the poor. wsws.org The Congressional Budget Office estimates that the work requirement provisions in Trump's One Big Beautiful Bill will reduce federal Medicaid spending by $326 billion over 10 years—the single largest source of savings in the legislation—and strip coverage from an estimated 5.2 million adults by 2034.
(2026-06-08). MLB: Marlins Turn the Tide and Defeat the Rays in Miami. radiohc.cu Havana, June 7 (RHC) — The Miami Marlins defeated the Tampa Bay Rays 4-1 today at LoanDepot Park, in a duel where offensive patience and pitching dominance tipped the scales. | In a clash that pitted contrasting realities against each other within their divisions, the Rays (37-25), leaders of the American League East, took an early lead when Cuban Yandy Díaz hit an RBI single in the third inning. | Starter Griffin Jax held the line for five flawless innings, but his departure opened a crack that Miami exploited with precision in the sixth against reliever Garrett Cleavinger. | An RBI triple by Dominican Otto…
(2026-06-08). President Díaz-Canel denounces new U.S. threats and sanctions against Cuba. wibailoutpeople.org Díaz-Canel denounces new U.S. threats and sanctions against Cuba June 5, 2026 "The US president has made new threatening statements against Cuba; and the Treasury Department has added new names of Cuban leaders, organizations, and companies to an illegitimate sanctions list," denounced Miguel Díaz-Canel Bermúdez, First Secretary of the Central Committee of the Communist Party …
(2026-06-08). Venezuela ALBA New 6.4.2026: Mass Protests in Bolivia; Defense of Venezuela and Cuba. wibailoutpeople.org Joao Pedro Stedile (MST, Brazil): Why We Continue To Support VenezuelaThe current political situation in Venezuela cannot be explained solely by the events following 3rd January. We need to contextualize what has been happening over the last four decades. [On January 3] Venezuela, its people and its armed forces were defeated. Lives were lost, and …
(2026-06-08). II Bienal de Humor Político, en Cuba, promete amplia presencia internacional. radiohc.cu El caricaturista cubano Arístides Hernández (Ares) confirmó este domingo que la II Bienal Internacional de Humor Político en Cuba (del 9 al 14 de junio), promete un programa variado y amplia presencia de creadores extranjeros. | En entrevista concedida a la televisión nacional, el artista expresó: En esta ocasión, se recibieron 359 obras de 118 autores, procedentes de 38 países, una participación mucho más grande y de mayor calidad que en la anterior". | Dijo que asistirán el humorista gráfico belga Luc Descheemaeker, ganador de la primera edición del evento, y otros importantes exponentes que dialogarán de manera…
(2026-06-08). Gaza and its people may not survive this phase of ceasefire. responsiblestatecraft.org Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu
(2026-06-08). Help Basel from Gaza to Continue His Dream of Becoming a Doctor for Gazans. indybay.org
(2026-06-08). The ICRC's response to affected populations and infrastructure following the events of January 2026 in Venezuela. icrc.org
(2026-06-08). Major Study Shows World Sees USA As Biggest Threat, Prefers China. popularresistance.org A comprehensive global study that surveyed tens of thousands of people in nearly 100 countries found that the vast majority see the United States as the biggest threat to the world. | At the same time, more and more nations say they prefer China over the US. China's approval rating has risen dramatically in the Global South, in particular, where support for the US has plummeted. | These were the results of the 2026 Democracy Perception Index, an annual study conducted by a group called the Alliance of Democracies. | The Alliance of Democracies cannot in any way be accused of being "pro-China" or "anti-US".
(2026-06-08). Earthquake of magnitude 7.8 strikes off southern Philippines, 15 feared killed. geo.tv 
(2026-06-07). Hong Kong pushes ahead with AI development: HKSAR financial chief. ecns.cn HONG KONG, June 7 ⚪ Paul Chan, financial secretary of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Regiongovernment, said on Sunday that Hong Kong is pushing ahead with promoting the development of artificial intelligence.S.dollar=7.83 HK dollars)‚ñ .
(2026-06-08). 'Homes turned into ovens': Millions of Yemenis swelter amid heat, blackouts. aljazeera.com Millions of Yemenis grapple with a heatwave as power cuts add to the suffering of people in the war-torn nation.
(2026-06-08). Lawmakers pump brakes on military AI — sort of. responsiblestatecraft.org AI domination on battlefields from Ukraine to the Middle East is fueling fears that waning human oversight is ushering in a more perilous future of warfare.As the Pentagon races to adopt AI in kind, Democratic senators are trying to put down legislative speedbumps, recently introducing two bills they hope will rein in AI's use in military contexts. Arms control experts and advocates applauded these efforts, but some warned RS that the workarounds the bills include could weaken the legislation, or even render them toothless.Lawmakers try their hand at regulation: | Last week, Sen. Kirsten Gillibrand (D…
(2026-06-08). Why the Enhanced Games offer of $US10 million to break Usain Bolt's 100m world record in 2027 is unlikely to succeed. onlineopinion.com.au Which athlete would bet the opprobrium of failing to win a pharmaceutically enhanced title against the chance of winning $10 million.
(2026-06-08). New York stabbing, Kansas City shooting raise World Cup security concerns. aljazeera.com Six people were stabbed in New York and nine injured in Kansas City, days before the World Cup's opening weekend.
(2026-06-08). Yemen's Houthis declare ban on Israeli ships sailing the Red Sea. aljazeera.com Yemen's Houthis have declared a 'total ban' on Israeli vessels wanting to pass through the Red Sea.
(2026-06-08). Why Is Europe Standing Firm Behind Zelenskyy? A Message to Putin, Trump—or Both? thinktank.pk As the war in Ukraine enters its fifth year, the European Union's latest show of support for Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy is raising an important geopolitical question. The question gained urgency after the leaders of the United Kingdom, France, and Germany publicly endorsed Zelenskyy's proposal for direct talks with Russia, emphasizing that any negotiations should …
(2026-06-08). Peru's Sanchez visits jailed ex-president as votes are counted. aljazeera.com Peruvian presidential candidate Roberto Sanchez visited jailed former president Pedro Castillo.
(2026-06-07). Nearly 10,000 residents evacuated as torrential rain batters southwest China's Guizhou. ecns.cn GUIYANG, June 7 ⚪ Torrential rain battered parts of southwest Chinas Guizhou Province from Saturday to Sunday, triggering floods and forcing the evacuation of nearly 10000 residents.
(2026-06-08). Can the Iran War Wake Asia up to Climate Crisis in Time? juancole.com ( Foot-draggers, in other words, can reap a lot of benefits, whether as a result of ignorance (not knowing about a new product), fear (of making a…
(2026-06-08). Portugal World Cup 2026 preview: Players to watch, group matches and squad. aljazeera.com Portugal are hugely talented but are led by a fading Cristiano Ronaldo and are still grieving the loss of Diogo Jota.
(2026-06-07). Two very large crude carriers named and delivered by Chinese builder on same day. ecns.cn Two 306,000-deadweight-ton very large crude carriers, independently designed and built by a Chinese shipbuilder, were named and delivered at Changxing Island in Dalian, Liaoning province, on Friday.
(2026-06-08). How Mexican cartels turned South African farms into meth production hubs. aljazeera.com Raids on South African farms have uncovered meth labs linked to Mexican networks, signalling a new cartel phase.
(2026-06-08). UK Helps Unlock Climate Investment for 11 High-Impact Pakistani Businesses. thinktank.pk The Climate Finance Accelerator (CFA) Pakistan, a UK-funded initiative designed to help climate-focused businesses attract investment and scale sustainable solutions, has selected 11 innovative Pakistani companies for its 2026 cohort. The programme aims to accelerate Pakistan's transition toward a low-carbon economy by supporting businesses operating in critical sectors such as renewable energy, sustainable transport, waste …
(2026-06-08). No Kings: Why Australia needs its own republic movement. independentaustralia.net 
(2026-06-08). Beyond the Food Desert: How East Bay Communities are Fighting for Food Access. indybay.org Food deserts continue to affect thousands of residents across Richmond and East Oakland, where access to affordable, nutritious food remains limited. This article explores how community-led initiatives, including community fridges, urban gardens, and mobile markets, are attempting to address food insecurity while confronting challenges such as funding shortages, regulatory barriers, and long-term sustainability. Through local examples and an interview with Homies Empowerment Food Justice Coordinator Rogelio, the piece examines both the promise and limitations of grassroots solutions in expanding food access…
(2026-06-08). Thursday 6/11: SEIU CIR Interns Unity Break At UCSF Campuses For A Fair Contract. indybay.org UCSF Parnassus Campus | SF General Hospital | UCSF Mission Bay…
(2026-06-08). Tuesday 6/9: Reflections for Freedom "Reflections Behind Bars & " Free Our Kids" Film Screening. indybay.org The New Parkway Theatre (474 24th St, Oakland, CA 94612)…
(2026-06-08). Australia: Gold mining company handed meagre fine for worker's amputation. wsws.org A 23-year-old labourer's arm was ripped off by a drilling machine at the Cadia East mine near Orange, New South Wales. Almost three years later, the company was fined just $750,000.
(2026-06-08). Secret Service-level security for NBA Finals with Trump attending Game 3. aljazeera.com Watch party bans, road closures and bag bans in place as US President Trump plans to attend Game 3 with Knicks in lead.
(2026-06-08). Philly's COVID-era resource hubs are closing as services move to new centers. Some residents are fighting to keep them. whyy.org From Philly and the Pa. suburbs to South Jersey and Delaware, what would you like WHYY News to cover? Philadelphia's Federal emergency pandemic relief funding that supporte…
(2026-06-08). Thursday 6/18: The Clift Royal Sonesta Hotel Announces "Redwood Room After Dark" indybay.org The Clift Royal Sonesta Hotel – 495 Geary St San Francisco, 94102…
(2026-06-08). Weekly Climate and Energy News Roundup. wattsupwiththat.com Quote of the Week: "One thing I have learned in a long life: that all our science, measured against reality, is primitive and childlike — and yet it is the most precious thing we have."
(2026-06-08). Thursday 6/18: The Clift Royal Sonesta Hotel Continues Its Speaker Series: Making History Fun Again. indybay.org The Clift Royal Sonesta Hotel (495 Geary St, San Francisco, CA 94102)…
(2026-06-08). Australia: Poor communities hit by largest diphtheria outbreak on record. wsws.org Most cases have occurred in the Northern Territory, with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, among the poorest and most oppressed layers of the Australian population, the hardest hit.
(2026-06-07). Tsunami advisory issued for Japan's Pacific coasts. ecns.cn June 8 ⚪ Japans weather agency on Monday issued tsunami advisories for the coastal areas from Ibaraki Prefecture on the countrys eastern Pacific coast to the island prefecture of Okinawa in the south after a strong earthquake struck the Philippines.
(2026-06-08). Sunday Science: Mindscape Ask Me Anything, Sean Carroll June 2026. portside.org Sunday Science: Mindscape Ask Me Anything, Sean Carroll June 2026 |
(2026-06-08). Eskom ramps up load reduction elimination efforts. sanews.gov.za Eskom ramps up load reduction elimination efforts | More than 700 000 households have now been removed from Eskom's load reduction. ⚪ This as the power utility continues its programme to eliminate load reduction by 2027. ⚪ "About 714 513 customers across South Africa are no longer impacted, representing more than 42% of targeted households, with full elimination achieved in the Northern and Western Cape. ⚪ "The programme targets 971 feeders and will benefit approximately 1.69 million customers across all provinces, out of Eskom's total customer base of 7.2 million. Key interventions include the rollout of smar…
(2026-06-08). Massive earthquake of 7.8 magnitude jolts Philippines; tsunami warning issued, five killed. ptcnews.tv PTC News Desk: At least three people were killed and four others injured after a powerful 7.8-magnitude earthquake struck the southern Philippine city of General Santos on Monday, according to Reuters. | The quake, which struck at a depth of 10 kilometres, triggered widespread concern across the region. The Pacific Tsunami Warning Center subsequently issued a tsunami warning for the next three hours for parts of the coastlines of Indonesia, Philippines, Palau, Taiwan and Papua New Guinea. | According to the GFZ Helmholtz Centre for Geosciences, the earthquake occurred at a relatively shallow depth, a factor that…
(2026-06-08). ICRC President: "We can no longer pretend that what we are witnessing across war zones is in accordance with the law" icrc.org Speech given by Mirjana Spoljaric, President of the International Committee of the Red Cross, at the UN Security Council Open Debate on the Protection of Civilians in Armed Conflict — 20 May 2026, New York…
(2026-06-07). Why East China's Zhejiang so attractive to foreign leaders. ecns.cn A growing number of foreign leaders have made East China's Zhejiang Province a key stop on their official visits. Why is the province so attractive? The answers lie in the province's booming robotics industry, abundant business opportunities, and development experience.
(2026-06-08). License to inflate: the One Nation surge and political astrology. onlineopinion.com.au One Nation's rise may be real. The commentary surrounding it often borders on performance art.
(2026-06-08). Marin County Joins Thousands Throughout Country to Resist ICE. indybay.org Action at local Citizens Bank branch blasts bank for financing for-profit prisons…
(2026-06-08). How Climate Fear Took Over a Generation. wattsupwiththat.com What happens when children grow up believing the world is ending?
(2026-06-08). Yamal, Williams to be available for Spain's opening World Cup match. aljazeera.com Star forward Yamal expected to be ready after suffering a groin injury that kept him out of a pretournament friendly.
(2026-06-08). China launches world's first prefabricated computing center base in Qingdao. ecns.cn China has begun operating the world's first prefabricated computing-power center base, part of its push to expand infrastructure for artificial intelligence and data processing, according to media reports.
(2026-06-08). Iran arrives at new base camp in Mexico ahead of World Cup. newarab.com 
(2026-06-08). This week in history: June 8-14. wsws.org Charleston Five longshoremen face state repression; Jimmy Carter clinches Democratic presidential nomination; Two of "Trenton Six" convicted in racist frame-up; June Tenth movement in Korea against Japanese rule.
(2026-06-08). Saturday 6/13: Persepolis, Film Showing and Discussion. indybay.org Revolution Books | 2444 Durant Avenue | Berkeley, CA…
(2026-06-08). Juneteenth Green Bay, June 13, 2026 Parade Festival. wibailoutpeople.org This year's Juneteenth theme—From Freedom to Flourishing—honors the journey from emancipation to empowerment. It's a celebration of Black legacy, love, and liberation, while also a call to invest in a future where Black excellence thrives. Together, we're building not just an event, but a vision of what's possible when community, culture, and commitment meet. Explore …
(2026-06-08). Saturday 6/6: Virtual screening of the documentary film "A Plan for Palestine: Return to a Single State" indybay.org Zoom | us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_RSja……
(2026-06-08). Trump sidelined by Shehbaz Sharif? Pakistan sends secret message to Iran's Mojtaba Khamenei. hindustantimes.com Pakistan's Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi reportedly delivered a "special message" from Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif to Iran's leadership during a high-level visit to Tehran. According to official statements, the message was addressed to Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei amid ongoing regional tensions and fragile U.S.—Iran relations. Naqvi held meetings with Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi and Interior Minister Eskandar Momeni, focusing on diplomatic coordination, border security, counter-terrorism, and drug trafficking. The discussions also touched on broader efforts to reduce regional conflict and…
(2026-06-08). Four workers dead at Palmetto—the consequence of decades of cuts and the drive to privatize USPS. wsws.org Four workers have died at the Palmetto Regional Processing and Distribution Center in Georgia in the past two years. The most recent, Demarcus Little, told a supervisor he felt unwell last week, collapsed, and died.
(2026-06-08). Daughters of the American Revolution honors hospital at Historic Yellow Springs — but can't officially name any nurses. whyy.org 
From Philly and the Pa. suburbs to South Jersey and Delaware, what would you like WHYY News to cover? The Daughters of the American Revolution has installed a permanent plaque in Yellow Springs in Chester County, Pennsylvania, to commemorate heroic acts of the Revolutionary War. | But not on the battlefield. | "All the time we have had people asking us if we're going to do battle scene reenactments at Yellow Springs," said Historic Yellow Springs Executive Director Tom Compton. "That's not historically relevant in any way to this site." | Tim Compton is executive director of…
(2026-06-08). Saturday 6/20: Public Memorial: Nellie Wong — °Presente! indybay.org Oakland High School, Multi-Purpose Room, Oakland CA | Entrance & Parking Lot: Put "51 Home Place E" in your GPS…
(2026-06-08). Bolivian General Strike Enters Fifth Week. popularresistance.org Nearly 100 roadblocks around the country have the neoliberal agenda of domestic and foreign elites in the grip of the masses of organized Bolivians. From indigenous campesino organizations and trade unions, to mining cooperatives and neighborhood councils, working-class Bolivians have paralyzed the efforts of President Rodrigo Paz to make Bolivia a buffet for corporate interests. | City streets once filled with vehicles and small businesses have turned into massive popular assemblies organized by neighborhood councils. The singular unified demand of the masses: President Rodrigo Paz resign immediately!
(2026-06-08). How Slaves' Resistance Secured Liberal Democracy. portside.org How Slaves' Resistance Secured Liberal Democracy |
(2026-06-08). Wednesday 6/24: Rally at SF City Hall, Bayview-Hunters Point Calls for Mass Mobilization Over Shipyard. indybay.org On the Steps of San Francisco City Hall – 1 Dr Carlton B Goodlett Pl, San Francisco, CA 94102…
(2026-06-08). Who stands to lose: Future faces of the Medicaid work requirement cuts. wsws.org These profiles are hypothetical composites drawn from the documented demographic patterns of the Medicaid expansion population and the known mechanisms by which work requirements produce coverage loss. They represent no single individual, but they exemplify millions.
(2026-06-07). 5 people stabbed at Penn Station in New York. ecns.cn NEW YORK, June 7 ⚪ Five people were stabbed at Penn Station on Sunday, with at least one sustaining serious injuries, CBS reported.
(2026-06-08). Marin County Jail Protest Calls to Scrap ICE. indybay.org Protesters outside the Marin County Jail calling for "ICE Out of Marin" charged Sheriff Jamie Scardina with complicity for continuing to assist in the arrests of undocumented county prisoners upon their release from jail by Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE).
(2026-06-08). Saturday 6/6: Honoring Ann Fagan Ginger: further her legacy of civil and human rights, international law. indybay.org BFUU Hall, 1924 Cedar St., Berkeley a block east of MLK Jr Wy…
(2026-06-08). Stabbing wounds six at New York's Penn Station. geo.tv 
New York Knicks fans arrive outside Penn Station and Madison Square Garden before Game 2 of the NBA Finals against the San Antonio Spurs on June 05, 2026, in New York City. — AFP One victim suffers serious injuries.All victims expected to survive.Police cordon off tracks 5 and…
(2026-06-07). 2 red pandas from Shanghai to join Taipei Zoo. ecns.cn TAIPEI, June 7 ⚪ Two young red pandas from the Shanghai Zoo will join the animal family at the Taipei Zoo after completing a month of quarantine following their arrival in Taipei over the weekend.
(2026-06-08). Sunday 7/26: Hiking to a Bright Future Together. indybay.org Legion of Honor, 100 34th Ave, San Francisco, CA 94121…
(2026-06-08). Stellantis in Germany: 650 engineering jobs at Opel in Ràºsselsheim on the line. wsws.org In April 2026, Stellantis announced elimination of 650 of the remaining 1,650 jobs at the Ràºsselsheim, Germany development center, without hiring replacements, in open violation of an ongoing "Future Collective Bargaining Agreement."
(2026-06-08). Leidesdorff Plaza Diamond Jubilee Historic Preservation along the American River Parkway. indybay.org "Our hearts tell us these grave markers should be replaced," Kiger said. "But we recognize and respect the ongoing discussion among community members and historians about their historical accuracy, and about finding the best way to address the offense and hurt they continue to cause."
(2026-06-08). Xi arrives to grand welcome in Pyongyang for state visit to DPRK. ecns.cn Xi Jinping, general secretary of the Communist Party of China Central Committee and Chinese president, arrived in Pyongyang on Monday for a state visit to the Democratic People's Republic of Korea (DPRK).
(2026-06-07). HKSAR, Central Asian countries expand cooperation in economy, trade. ecns.cn HONG KONG, June 7 ⚪ John Lee, chief executive of Chinas Hong Kong Special Administrative Region, recently led the largest trade delegation of the current administration to Kazakhstan and Uzbekistan.
(2026-06-08). Trump denounces California election, defends January 6 attackers. wsws.org The US president walked out of an interview with NBC when asked to provide proof of his claims about "rigged" elections.
(2026-06-07). Xi says China-DPRK relations face new opportunities, missions. ecns.cn BEIJING, June 8 ⚪ Currently, relations between China and the Democratic Peoples Republic of Koreastand at a new historical starting point, facing new development opportunities and shouldering new missions of the times, Xi Jinping.
(2026-06-08). Saturday 7/11: Strike Debt Bay Area Book Group: Here Comes the Sun, by Bill McKibben. indybay.org Email strike.debt.bay.area@gmail.com a few days beforehand for the online invite. All are welcome!
(2026-06-08). The Philippines engulfed in acute political and constitutional crisis. wsws.org The Senate standoff in the Philippines has spiraled into a constitutional crisis that Marcos is exploiting to expand his presidential powers and tear up the 1987 charter restraints.
(2026-06-08). Soros' OSF Helped Stir Indonesian Rebellion, Leaks Reveal. popularresistance.org Ever since the election of Prabowo Subianto as Indonesia's President in February 2024, Jakarta has faced continuous waves of anti-government protests. Activists enraged by harsh economic conditions and elite corruption have taken to the streets in vast numbers, often engaging in fiery clashes with police and the military. A series of leaks obtained by The Grayzone indicate this upheaval has unfolded according to a well-honed plan to take down Prabowo, which drew on organic grievances but which depended heavily on funding the Open Society Foundations.
(2026-06-08). From Drones to Digital Generals, Warfare Is Entering the Age of AI. thinktank.pk Recent NATO military exercises provide a glimpse into the future of warfare. France plans to test an AI-powered battlefield command platform known as Arcadia during NATO's Coalition Warrior Interoperability Exercise. The system has been developed with the support of leading European defense and technology companies, including Mistral AI, Safran, Thales, and Airbus. The purpose of …
(2026-06-08). What time are World Cup 2026 matches in my time zone? aljazeera.com Find out the match time in your part of the world for the 104 fixtures of the FIFA World Cup 2026 in North America.
(2026-06-08). Activists From 13 Countries Launch Global Solidarity Hunger Strike. popularresistance.org Benghazi, Libya — An international crisis is rapidly escalating as 11 humanitarian volunteers enter their third week of unlawful captivity in Libya. In a desperate bid for freedom, 10 of the kidnapped convoy volunteers detained in Benghazi have been on a strict dry hunger strike since June 1, putting them at imminent risk of organ failure and death. | In an act of solidarity and to bring attention to their urgent situation, a Global Solidarity Hunger Strike has quickly been organized across five continents. Dozens of activists from 13 countries, including: Canada, Spain, Italy, the United States, and South…
(2026-06-08). At least 5 killed in S. Philippine strong earthquake, tsunami waves up to 1.4 meters. ecns.cn MANILA, June 8 ⚪ At least five people have been reported dead after a 7.8-magnitude offshore earthquake that hit the southern Philippines, according to a local disaster official.
(2026-06-08). Court rules that Trump's name must be removed from the Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts. wsws.org A Washington DC federal district judge ruled that the president's stacking of the board with his loyalists and placing the Trump name on the Kennedy Center was a "procedurally defective and substantively unlawful action."
(2026-06-08). "We need to join hands in a common fight!" : Open letter from Nexteer Workers Rank-and-File Committee to our brothers and sisters on strike at American Axle. wsws.org Nexteer workers who have voted down three UAW-backed contracts are fighting to join American Axle workers in a common strike…
(2026-06-08). Peru faces drawn-out count as presidential race goes down to the wire. scmp.com Peru faced a drawn-out count in its bitterly contested presidential run-off after results showed the race for the ninth head of state in 10 years was too close to call. | Figures released by electoral authorities showed conservative politician Keiko Fujimori with a modest lead over nationalist congressman Roberto Sanchez with 58 per cent of ballots tallied in a contest overshadowed by people's concerns about surging crime. The outcome, expected to be tight, may not be known for days.
(2026-06-08). SF Mayor Union Busting Drive On City Workers Threatens All Public Workers. indybay.org San Francisco City workers face a union busting contracting out war on them and their unions. The mayor and his managers particularly at the Department of Public Health are shutting down community healthcare centers and ignoring the union contract and civil service rules threatening all city workers as well as massively pushing privatization of public services.
(2026-06-07). Xi arrives in Pyongyang for state visit to DPRK. ecns.cn Xi Jinping, general secretary of the Communist Party of China Central Committee and Chinese president, arrived in Pyongyang on Monday for a state visit to the Democratic People's Republic of Korea.
(2026-06-08). Magnitude 7.8 earthquake rocks southern Philippines. aljazeera.com At least 15 people were killed and 129 injured in a magnitude 7.8 earthquake that struck the southern Philippines.
(2026-06-08). US Conspiracy Against Mexico and President Sheinbaum Underway. popularresistance.org With the objectives of winning votes for the upcoming United States midterm elections—as the Republicans face widespread popular disapproval with five months until the November elections—the United States ambassador to Mexico, Ronald Johnson, along with Mexican business owners and media owners, are leading a kind of conspiracy to undermine the authority of President Claudia Sheinbaum Pardo and nullify the popular support she enjoys, the Fourth Transformation (4T) political project she represents, and the governing National Regeneration Movement (MORENA) party.
(2026-06-08). Indonesia urges northern coastal residents to evacuate after powerful Philippine quake. ecns.cn June 8 ⚪ Indonesias National Disaster Management Agencyon Monday urged the evacuation of residents to higher ground in northern coastal areas of the country threatened by tsunami waves following a powerful 7.8-magnitude earthquake in the southern Philippines.
(2026-06-08). Flailing newsrooms flog fears of a fictional recession. independentaustralia.net 
(2026-06-08). Nairobi Regional Delegation Facts & Figures 2025. icrc.org January – December 2025…
(2026-06-08). Scientists expelled by police at the diabetes conference as Trump administration accelerates dismantling of biomedical research. wsws.org The expulsion of leading researchers from the American Diabetes Association conference by armed police exposes the capitulation of medical institutions to the Trump administration's fascistic anti-science agenda.
(2026-06-08). Miliband's New Net Zero EV Targets Are Not Credible, Warn Carmakers. wattsupwiththat.com Ed Miliband's new Net Zero targets requiring the tripling of electric vehicle sales in just three years are not credible, carmakers have warned. The Telegraph has more.
(2026-06-08). Drug dealing, immigration offences dealt a blow in E Cape police operations. sanews.gov.za Drug dealing, immigration offences dealt a blow in E Cape police operations | Police in the Sarah Baartman District in the Eastern Cape have arrested 139 suspects for a range of crimes, including drug dealing, robbery with aggravating circumstances and immigration offences. | The operations, which were conducted between 1 and 7 June, led to the arrest of 35 undocumented foreign nationals, as well as a 45-year-old documented Chinese business owner. | The business owner was taken into custody during Operation Identity, which was carried out in St Francis Bay, Humansdorp and Hankey. | The Chinese national was arre…
(2026-06-08). Revealed: Israel's Curriculum for 'Influencing Public Consciousness'. portside.org Revealed: Israel's Curriculum for 'Influencing Public Consciousness' |
(2026-06-08). Saturday 6/13: 2026 Golden Gate Park Band Festival. indybay.org Golden Gate Park Band Shell…
(2026-06-08). China's Xi lands in North Korea for rare visit. geo.tv 
Chinese President Xi Jinping and Democratic People's Republic of Korea leader Kim Jong Un shake hands at the Great Hall of the People in Beijing, China September 4, 2025.— Reuters/File Xi praises invincible China-North Korea friendship.Nuclear talks with Washington remain…
(2026-06-08). World Cup warm-up: Morocco draw with Norway. newarab.com 
Norway captain Martin Odegaard equalised 15 minutes from time to force a 1-1 draw with Morocco in their Morocco had been ahead from the seventh minute when Brahim Diaz thundered home a shot from the edge of the penalty area, but Norway fought their way back and could have won the clash with the North Africans, who Norway shrugged off the hot conditions a…
(2026-06-08). Parliament to mark June 16 legacy. sanews.gov.za Parliament to mark June 16 legacy | Parliament will this week host a special intergenerational dialogue marking the 50th anniversary of the 1976 June 16 uprising, alongside a packed programme of debates, ministerial question sessions and committee meetings. | The dialogue, titled: "Youth Voices, Reading and Democracy", will take place in the Good Hope Chamber on Monday and is being organised by Parliament's Library Service in partnership with external stakeholders. | The event will reflect on the legacy of the 1976 student uprising and its contribution to South Africa's democracy. It will also serve as the launc…
(2026-06-07). Xi leaves for state visit to DPRK. ecns.cn Xi Jinping, general secretary of the Communist Party of China (CPC) Central Committee and Chinese president, left Beijing on Monday for a state visit to the Democratic People's Republic of Korea (DPRK).
(2026-06-08). curse of the coal mongers and black lung disease. indybay.org An enemy of the residents of Oakland, Phil Tagami.
(2026-06-07). Hong Kong to co-host inaugural FIFA ASEAN Cup. ecns.cn Hong Kong has been named one of the host cities for the inaugural FIFA ASEAN Cup.
(2026-06-08). Activists demand Citizens Bank De-ICE its investments. indybay.org Human rights and immigration reform activists in Marin County protested at the Citizens Private Bank office calling for the bank to sever its continued financial support of private for-profit prison companies that run ICE facilities nationwide.
(2026-06-08). Sean Penn explains why he did not go to the Oscars recently. indybay.org 2001 Photo of filmmaker Rob Nilsson in leather jacket, actress Monica Cortes Viharo, Oscar winner actor Sean Penn, myself (Lynda Carson) in red hair and glasses, plus others at the Broken Drum bar/restaurant in San Rafael, after we watched the World Premiere of Rob's film Scheme C6, at the Christopher B. Smith, Rafael Film Center.
(2026-06-08). Sri Lanka's Hambantota Port, and the Complete Collapse of the "Debt Trap" Narrative. orinocotribune.com By Carlos Martinez — June 6, 2026 | For years, Sri Lanka's Hambantota port was the textbook example of what Western politicians called Chinese "debt-trap diplomacy" — the claim that Beijing lures poor countries into unpayable loans and then seizes their strategic infrastructure. In the following article, Friends of Socialist China co-editor Carlos Martinez shows how comprehensively that story has collapsed. | Drawing on studies by Chatham House, the Johns Hopkins economist Deborah Brà§utigam and Sri Lankan officials themselves, Carlos sets out the facts: the port was a Sri Lankan initiative, not a…
(2026-06-08). Perez re-elected at Real Madrid paving way for Mourinho's return as manager. aljazeera.com Jose Mourinho expected to be announced as Real Madrid manager, returning to Real Madrid after 13 years.
(2026-06-08). Powerful earthquake hits Philippines, killing at least 15. aljazeera.com Tsunami threat recedes after authorities' warnings following magnitude 7.8 earthquake off island of Mindanao.
(2026-06-08). China turns African port into tourist spot, students rethink Hong Kong: 5 weekend reads. scmp.com We have put together stories from our coverage last weekend to help you stay informed about news across Asia and beyond. If you would like to see more of our reporting, please consider subscribing. | 1. China is transforming historic African slave port into waterfront tourism magnet | 2. The new Panama? Why Nicaragua could be next front in US-China influence battle | 3. Is the dream over? Mainland students rethink Hong Kong over costs and cultural fit…
(2026-06-08). Two seed industry events showcase 3,000 new varieties in Wuhan. ecns.cn The 2026 National Fresh Corn Industry Conference and the 2026 Wuhan Seed Expo were jointly held in Wuhan on Saturday, showcasing more than 3,000 new vegetable and fresh corn varieties with specialty products from seed companies.
(2026-06-08). China's AI-generated actors raise concerns over performers' rights and job security. ecns.cn China's growing use of AI-generated actors and digitally replicated performers is raising concerns over performers' rights, as some actors say they are being pressured to authorize the use of their facial data for AI training or risk losing work, according to media reports.
(2026-06-07). Robot housekeepers set to enter homes in trial. ecns.cn Tired of housework and wishing someone would take care of all the chores? If one company in Wuhan, Hubei province, has its way, all the daily domestic drudgery would soon be the responsibility of robot housekeepers that could become as common as basic household appliances in the future.
(2026-06-08). Towards the 2026 NATO Summit hosted by Türkiye 1: The overlooked function of NATO — Gladio. uwidata.com The 2026 NATO Summit will be held on 7 and 8 July 2026 at the Be≈ütepe Presidential Compound (Kàºlliye) in Ankara. As NATO heads into the 2026 summit, we have prepared a special dossier that revisits Türkiye's long and often contentious relationship with the alliance that began with the country's membership in 1952. Drawing on …
(2026-06-08). Friday 7/10: O Say Can You See … the Soul of Our Nation — Opening Reception. indybay.org 2513 Blanding Avenue | Alameda, CA 94501…
(2026-06-08). In Colombia, the Fight Is Still On. portside.org In Colombia, the Fight Is Still On |
(2026-06-08). Upholding international humanitarian law in Colombia. icrc.org
(2026-06-08). ICRC report: Failure to respect rules of war deepened humanitarian crisis in Colombia in 2025. icrc.org
(2026-06-08). Democratic Republic of the Congo: Kimareki rebuilds a life beyond disability. icrc.org
(2026-06-08). Ebola in the Democratic Republic of the Congo: Red Cross volunteers at the heart of the response in Bunia. icrc.org
(2026-06-08). The International Red Cross and Red Crescent Movement expresses concern over attack on Red Cross volunteers in Bunia, Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC). icrc.org
(2026-06-08). Kenosha Pride June 11, 2026. wibailoutpeople.org
(2026-06-08). FIFA, Eurovision expelled Russia but Israel has Impunity. juancole.com
(2026-06-08). Penal repression of serious violations of international humanitarian law — Factsheet. icrc.org
(2026-06-08). Frequently asked questions: Our work in Mali. icrc.org
(2026-06-08). Poland: High level briefing on IHL for the Polish ministries. icrc.org
(2026-06-08). Egypt: States Convene in Cairo to Reinforce Respect for Rules of War Amid Rising Conflicts. icrc.org
(2026-06-08). Calls to action to parties to conflicts in Colombia. icrc.org
(2026-06-08). Ori Goldberg: Israel's escalations threaten relationship with US. aljazeera.com
(2026-06-08). Children and adolescents in armed conflicts in Colombia. icrc.org
(2026-06-08). Latin America and the Caribbean: When seeking medical care is dangerous. icrc.org
(2026-06-08). Georgia: Remains of eleven people missing in connection with 1992—93 armed conflict handed over to families. icrc.org
(2026-06-08). Pride Events In Wisconsin 2026. wibailoutpeople.org
(2026-06-08). Frequently asked questions: Understanding the ICRC's neutrality. icrc.org
(2026-06-08). Ethiopia: Beyond survival, a journey defined by possibility. icrc.org
(2026-06-08). Certificates and declarations of absence: A guidance note. icrc.org
(2026-06-08). Overseas human rights experts explore grassroots governance in Chongqing Minzhu Village. ecns.cn
(2026-06-08). Four Times When Commandante Hugo Chávez Chose Peace. wibailoutpeople.org
(2026-06-08). Synergy in Action: IHL and Islamic Law for Humanitarian Outcomes. icrc.org
(2026-06-08). Colombia 2025: A humanitarian crisis beyond numbers. icrc.org
(2026-06-08). Searching for people missing in connection with the 1992-1993 armed conflict continues. icrc.org
(2026-06-08). ICRC RED aircraft to operate from Jeddah to strengthen humanitarian access to Sudan. icrc.org
(2026-06-08). Jordan: The Essay Competition on International Humanitarian Law. icrc.org
(2026-06-08). Bolivia con la Vida, la Tierra y la Memoria despiertas: °Ahora es cuando! indybay.org BOLIVIA: CUANDO UNO SIEMBRA, NO SE PREGUNTA øDESPUÉS QUÉ?, SINO LA VIDA, LA TIERRA Y SU MEMORIA LE DESPIERTA: °AHORA ES CUàÅNDO!
(2026-06-08). Fujimori lidera elecciones en Perú, indican resultados preliminares. radiohc.cu La Oficina Nacional de Procesos Electorales (ONPE) del Perú ya empezó a publicar en su sitio web los primeros resultados de la segunda vuelta de las elecciones presidenciales, celebradas este domingo, entre la derechista Keiko Fujimori y el izquierdista Roberto Sánchez. | Con el 44,838 % de las actas contabilizadas, Fujimori tiene 52,779 % de los votos, seguida de Sánchez con el 47,221 %. | En cambio, el conteo rápido mostró otra tendencia. Ipsos recogió un 50,3 % para Sánchez, con Fujimori de segunda con 49,7 %. Mientras que Datum colocó de primero a Sánchez con 50,14 %, seguido de Fujimori con 49,86 %.Agradecem…
(2026-06-08). L'India, la guerra in Medio Oriente e un grande problema da risolvere prima di Delhi 2026. strategic-culture.su Le crisi mediorientali del 2026 segnano un momento di discontinuità strutturale nella politica estera indiana. | Segue nostro Attore strategico nella regione | In vista della sessione plenaria dei BRCS+ a Delhi, occorre inquadrare più nel dettaglio il ruolo dell'India, che quest'anno ricopre la presidenza, negli scenari più caldi di questo periodo. | Negli ultimi tre decenni, l'India ha progressivamente e profondamente trasformato il pro…
(2026-06-08). El incumplimiento del DIH agravó la situación humanitaria en Colombia en 2025. icrc.org
(2026-06-08). Thursday 6/25: Community Meeting to Keep Coal Out of the East Bay. indybay.org La Peña Cultural Center | 3105 Shattuck Ave, Berkeley…
(2026-06-07). Iran strikes Israel after Israel bomb's Beirut's Dahiyeh to kill peace talks. thecanary.co 
Iran has launched at least two and as many as five (so far) waves of drones and at least ten ballistic missiles against Israel. The strikes, described by Tehran as a "warning shot", came in retaliation for Israel attacking Dahiyeh in southern Beirut. Iran had warned Israel that it would strike its north if Netanyahu […] | By
(2026-06-07). Israel and the US are weaponising starvation in Lebanon. thecanary.co 
In the current negotiations over Lebanon's borders, the United States does not sit at the table as an impartial broker of peace, but as the orchestrator of a calculated financial siege. The Trump administration is utilising underhanded economic warfare, targeted banking blockades, and weaponising the global dollar system to deliberately starve the Lebanese state into […] | By
(2026-06-07). Corte Penale Internazionale, uno strumento di persecuzione imperialista. strategic-culture.su Dalla Jugoslavia alla Libia, il messaggio è chiaro: giustizia solo per i nemici dell'America. | Segue nostro Fatou Bensouda, ex procuratore capo della Corte penale internazionale, ha recentemente rivelato che il Mossad ha esercitato pressioni dirette su di lei nel tentativo di bloccare le indagini sui famigerati crimini commessi da Israele durante il genocidio a Gaza. | Il primo approccio ha avuto luogo presso la sua stessa abitazione al…
(2026-06-07). Call in on Monday, 6/8, to say Hands Off Immigrants Rights Activist, Nadia Topete! Stop Grand Jury Repression! iacenter.org Nadia Topete, immigrants' rights activist in Los Angeles, refused to testify in front of a grand jury. Because of this, she could be arrested and held in jail for an unknown period of time. The CSFR calls on all supporters to, on Monday, June 8, call into the offices of the US Attorney Bilal Essayli and Assistant US Attorney Michael Wheat, to say, "Hands Off Nadia!" While we don't know why Nadia Topete was subpoenaed, we know that she was part of the 2025 anti-ICE uprisings in LA. Grand juries result in indictments nine times out of ten and are tools of political repression. Refusing to testify is a heroic act th…
(2026-06-07). Xi to pay state visit to DPRK from June 8 to 9. ecns.cn Xi Jinping, general secretary of the Communist Party of China (CPC) Central Committee and Chinese president, will pay a state visit to the Democratic People's Republic of Korea (DPRK) from June 8 to 9 at the invitation of Kim Jong Un, general secretary of the Workers' Party of Korea and president of the State Affairs of the DPRK, a spokesperson for the International Department of the CPC Central Committee announced on Friday.