(2026-02-26). Review: A grain of Sand is an elegy for Gaza's lost children. thecanary.co 
The stage lights lift to reveal a young child from Gaza, aloof and tricksy, swallowed by darkness. Theatregoers have assembled at Arcola theatre to see A Grain of Sand — a stand-out one-woman play delivering a bird-eye view of children's experience of genocide. First commissioned by the London Palestine film festival in 2024, the play […] | By
(2026-02-26). Gaza does not need new overlords. mondoweiss.net 
The U.S. plan for Gaza is the final stage of Israel's genocide. Bombs and bulldozers obliterated Gaza's landscape, and now skyscrapers and data centers aim to dismantle its social fabric and capacity to resist.
(2026-02-26). How the Gaza genocide is transforming Israel's military relations with Europe. mondoweiss.net 
Israel once sold itself as the "most moral" army in the world to promote its arms and expertise to the West. Now, after October 7, the country is embracing its image as a garrison state to rebrand its weapons and worldview — and Europe is buying it.
(2026-02-26). Aaron Bushnell Memorial Calls for "US and Israel Out of Palestine" indybay.org On the second anniversary of 25-year-old Air Force intelligence officer Aaron Bushnell's death by self-immolation in front of the Israeli Embassy in Washington, D.C., activists gathered outside the Israeli Consulate in San Francisco to honor his February 25, 2024, sacrifice to protest the ongoing Israeli occupation of Palestine, and condemn US complicity in genocide…
(2026-02-26). "People against genocide" block Israeli Elbit's Filton weapons factory. thecanary.co 
Activists from action group "People against Genocide" have used modified Transit vans to block the entrance to an Israeli weapons factory. Access to the Elbit Systems' Filton factory was blocked as of 7am today. Palestine Action activists were jailed for over eighteen months without trial for damaging the same factory in August 2024. It was among the […] | By
(2026-02-26). Biblical Writ and Christian Zionism: Mike Huckabee, Tucker Carlson and Israel. dissidentvoice.org It was good of Mike Huckabee, US ambassador to Israel, to come clean with the witchery and superstition that marks the Bible. When a text advocating genocide, ethnic cleansing and dubious real estate advice in the name of a vengeful Sky God becomes foreign policy and the sentiment of an office holder, foreheads should crease …
(2026-02-26). Tommy Robinson's mate incites violence against Muslims. thecanary.co 
Considering the moral panic whipped up by the media at every mention of Palestinian resistance — 'intifada', which means shaking off chains — or anti-genocide protest, there's a strange silence at the moment. Daniel Thomas is a close mate and sometime bodyguard of fascist Tommy Robinson. Robinson is on the run at the moment, so […] | By
(2026-02-26). "Flagrant War Crime" : Investigation Recreates 2025 Israeli Massacre, Cover-Up of 15 Gaza Aid Workers. democracynow.org 
It's been almost one year since Israeli forces killed 15 Palestinian medics and aid workers in a brutal two-hour massacre on a vehicle convoy in southern Gaza. Israeli soldiers had attempted to cover it up by burying the bodies in a shallow mass grave, and crushing the rescue vehicles with heavy machinery, but a new investigation by Forensic Architecture and Earshot has recreated a minute-by-minute accounting of what took place. Director of Earshot Lawrence Abu Hamdan, who analyzed audio from video evidence alongside witness accounts, calls the Israeli response to the attack an "obstruction of justice…
(2026-02-26). Pakistan highlights children's vulnerability. tribune.com.pk 
Highlighting that children living under foreign occupation are particularly vulnerable to human rights abuses and violence, Pakistan on Wednesday called for intensifying efforts to strengthen child protection by addressing root causes of conflicts and resolving them through peaceful means. | "In Occupied Palestinian Territory — both in Gaza and the West Bank — countless children have been killed or scarred for life," Pakistani delegate Zulfiqar Ali said in his remarks to the UN Security Council meeting held under Arria-Formula format named after a former Venezuelan Ambassador to the UN, Diego Arriva.
(2026-02-26). 17,000 Unaccompanied Orphans in Gaza, in World's Biggest Orphan Crisis. juancole.com Ann Arbor (Informed Comment) — Earlier this month, Jonathan Crickx, the State of Palestine Chief of Communication for UNICEF (the UN International Children's Emergency Fund), These 17,000 children are alone and on their own.
(2026-02-26). ITV taken for a ride around eastern Gaza by murderous IDF. thecanary.co 
Israeli occupation forces are escorting international journalists around eastern Gaza, accompanying occupational soldiers. But as one ITV report shows, we're no closer to getting the full story — or any basic context for that matter. ITV omits the most basic information Israel has murdered hundreds of Palestinian journalists who have dared to report on its […] | By
(2026-02-26). US-Iran nuclear talks to resume in Geneva against backdrop of military threat. geo.tv 
US and Iran flags are seen in this illustration taken June 18, 2025. — ReutersUS military buildup has raised fears of regional conflict.Khamenei faces internal pressure due to economy, protests.Iran has indicated it could make concessions.GENEVA: Iran and the US hold the latest…
(2026-02-26). CovertAction Bulletin: Lessons From Iraq to Stop a War Against Iran. covertactionmagazine.com Is the U.S. government preparing to go to war with Iran? Leading up to talks set to happen towards the end of the week in Geneva, the Trump administration has also threatened Iran with war…
(2026-02-26). USS Ford on fire, split in half: Khamenei broadcasts 'ship-sinking' ultimatum after Trump 'warns'. hindustantimes.com As USS Gerald R. Ford sails east and U.S. tankers land in Israel, Iran has broadcasted a chilling AI simulation of an American carrier being torn apart at sea. Supreme Leader Ayatollah Khamenei warned that a "weapon that can send a warship to the bottom" is more dangerous than the ship itself. The video comes amid the largest U.S. regional buildup in years — and just days before fresh U.S.—Iran talks in Geneva. With carriers closing in and missiles showcased on screen, is this deterrence, or a signal of looming confrontation?>
(2026-02-26). Geneva talks test Trump's red lines as US buildup, Iran tracking raise war fear. hindustantimes.com As high-stakes Geneva talks approach, IAEA chief Rafael Grossi has issued a stark warning: without a new deal, force could follow. His remarks land amid the largest U.S. military buildup in the region in over a decade, with carriers and air wings positioned near Iran. At the same time, fresh satellite disclosures and intelligence chatter are fueling fears that Tehran is closely tracking every move. With Trump reiterating his red lines and Iran insisting diplomacy must prevail, the region stands at a knife's edge. Is Geneva the last off-ramp?
(2026-02-26). U.S. and Iran Prepare for Critical Nuclear Talks in Geneva. globalresearch.ca The world is watching closely as U.S. and Iranian officials prepare to meet in Geneva this Thursday for what could be a decisive round of nuclear negotiations. Senior U.S. officials confirm that the Trump administration expects to receive a detailed …
(2026-02-26). Vance warns Iran to take US threats seriously. tribune.com.pk 1724219889-0/BeFunky-collage]_____-(32)1724219889-0.jpg)
US Vice President JD Vance told Iran Wednesday to take Washington's threats of military action "seriously," a day after President Donald Trump appeared to build the case for war in his State of the Union address. | As US forces mass in the Middle East, Trump claimed in his speech to Congress on Tuesday that Iran was seeking to develop missiles that can strike the United States. | Trump also accused the Islamic republic, whose negotiators will meet US officials in Geneva on Thursday, of having "sinister nuclear ambitions" and working to rebuild a nuclear program that was targeted by US strikes last year. | Vanc…
(2026-02-26). Chris Hedges: The Suicidal Folly of a War with Iran. consortiumnews.com Despite the fact that no one asked for it, another regional war looms in the Middle East. By Chris Hedges ScheerPost The Laurel and Hardy negotiating team of Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner, coupled with Trump's appalling ignorance of world affairs…
(2026-02-26). Prince Andrew Is Not A Commoner, He Is A Prince. counterpunch.org 
Since the recent, massive revelations of the Epstein Files, there has been a concerted effort to rapidly change Prince Andrew's moniker to the common Andrew Mountbatton-Windsor. But this isn't coming from the public. This is essentially a media driven project of window-dressing and PR for the royal family. Andrew without the "prince" part is intended
(2026-02-26). Met police apologise for "serious breach" in Mandelson-Epstein investigation. thecanary.co 
The Metropolitan police has already managed a major bungle of the Mandelson-Epstein investigation. Apparently, they revealed to the disgraced ex-peer's lawyers that the tip-off he was a flight risk came from Lindsay Hoyle, the speaker for the House of Commons. Only, the story gets even more bloody ridiculous than that. The Met documents passed to […] | By
(2026-02-26). Files show Epstein boasting of hunting Black people — including children. thecanary.co 
Documents in the latest Epstein files released show the serial child-rapist Jeffrey Epstein boasting of hunting Black people. One email, published with a corrupted or disguised date, like many of Epstein's emails, is titled "snipe hunt is over, moon crickets in field bag". Epstein then clarifies that "Guess what? They're n*****s". Reportedly, only 2% of […] | By
(2026-02-26). It's a Family Affair — Venezuela's Second Largest Newspaper Serves U.S. Empire. globalresearch.ca The plan now on the table is for Delcy Rodríguez to stabilize the country with U.S. backing and then call for general elections.
(2026-02-26). Venezuela: Renuncian fiscal general de la República y el defensor del pueblo. radiohc.cu Tarek William Saab, quien ejerció como fiscal general de Venezuela desde 2017, remitió su carta de renuncia a la Asamblea Nacional, lo mismo que el titular de la Defensoría, Alfredo Ruiz, cargo para el cual fue designado en 2017 y reelecto en 2024, informó el ente legislativo en su sesión ordinaria de este miércoles. | En su misiva, Saab sostuvo que declinaba seguir en su posición tras haberla asumido ´en medio de una circunstancia histórica de excepcional desafío para el presente y el futuro ª de su país. | Explicó que en ese lapso, el Ministerio Público desempeñó el ´rol constitucional de pres…
(2026-02-26). Venezuela: Renuncian fiscal general de la República y el defensor del pueblo. radiohc.cu Tarek William Saab, quien ejerció como fiscal general de Venezuela desde 2017, remitió su carta de renuncia a la Asamblea Nacional, lo mismo que el titular de la Defensoría, Alfredo Ruiz, cargo para el cual fue designado en 2017 y reelecto en 2024, informó el ente legislativo en su sesión ordinaria de este miércoles. | En su misiva, Saab sostuvo que declinaba seguir en su posición tras haberla asumido ´en medio de una circunstancia histórica de excepcional desafío para el presente y el futuro ª de su país. | Explicó que en ese lapso, el Ministerio Público desempeñó el ´rol constitucional de pres…
(2026-02-26). New Academic Session must start from April 1: CBSE. ummid.com The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) has stressed to all its affiliated schools to make sure that the academic session runs from April 1 to March 31.
(2026-02-26). Fool's Gold: The Art of the Steal and the "Privatization of the Presidency" globalresearch.ca In his State of the Union address, President Trump declared that America is entering a "Golden Age." Golden for whom?
(2026-02-26). Desperate Labour makes up 'tactical voting' organisation to fool by-election voters. thecanary.co 
Labour is clearly desperate in the Gorton and Denton by-election. No wonder, since it's running a poor third according to the latest polling. So with polls opening today, 26 February, it was clearly time for the liar-led party to break out its latest scam: make up a completely fake 'tactical voting organisation' that 'says' local […] | By
(2026-02-26). Will Mamdani Abolish Police, or Simply Make Them Obsolete. counterpunch.org 
As part of his proposed city budget for 2026, New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani just canceled the NYPD's plan to hire 5,000 more police officers, undoing a key component of his predecessor Eric Adams's initiatives. The move aligns with Mamdani's campaign promise to keep police budgets and hiring in check. The young mayor also promised to create a Department of
(2026-02-26). Where Jokes Land You in Jail and Killers Celebrated. ummid.com When laughter is patrolled and policed, what follows is not respect but fear.
(2026-02-26). Macron to outline nuclear vision amid European unease over US alliance. tribune.com.pk 
Emmanuel Macron will update France's nuclear doctrine on Monday, ruling out shared European control while outlining what Paris can offer allies concerned about the reliability of the US nuclear umbrella under Donald Trump. | Although France and Britain are both nuclear powers, most European countries rely primarily on the US to deter potential adversaries — a decades-old pillar of transatlantic security. | But Trump's rapprochement with Russia over the Ukraine war and his tougher stance towards traditional allies — including threats to seize Greenland, an autonomous territory of NATO ally Denmark […
(2026-02-26). Nadiya Hussain exposes racist and sexist TV industry as 'broken'. thecanary.co 
Nadiya Hussain has labelled the TV industry as "broken" in an interview with the Guardian, where she exposed the racist and sexist system, which she explains is paying Black and Brown women less than their white counterparts. Nadiya Hussain speaks out on gaslighting Nadiya rose to fame in 2015 when she was crowned champion of […] | By
(2026-02-26). Strategic Health Partnership: DRC and US Forge $1.2 Billion Deal. devdiscourse.com The Democratic Republic of Congo and the United States have announced a groundbreaking $1.2 billion health partnership, set to run from 2026 to 2031. The collaboration includes $900 million from the U.S. government and mandates $300 million to be sourced from Congo's internal resources.
(2026-02-26). The Weakening Position of Aircraft Carriers in the Hypersonic Era. globalresearch.ca To read this article in the following languages, click the…
(2026-02-26). When Authority Shapes Appetite. The Ketogenic Diet. The Myth of Protein as Power. globalresearch.ca "The body keeps the score." — Bessel van der Kolk | When Robert F. Kennedy Jr., now overseeing the major public health agencies of the United States, publicly endorsed the ketogenic diet as an ideal way of eating, his words did …
(2026-02-26). Vance hints at Iran nuclear rebuild but defers on future US military strikes. hindustantimes.com U.S. Vice President JD Vance dodged a direct question on whether Washington would need to strike Iran again to stop it from obtaining a nuclear weapon, saying he would "let president Trump to make those announcements". However, Vance confirmed the U.S. has "seen evidence" that Tehran is trying to rebuild its nuclear program after last year's strikes on Iranian nuclear sites. His carefully worded remarks came a day after President Donald Trump used his State of the Union address to warn that Iran has missiles that can already threaten Europe and U.S. bases overseas and is working on systems that could one day reac…
(2026-02-26). Panic in Europe over vulnerability to America's VISA and Mastercard. infobrics.org Over two-thirds of the EU's total transactions pass through American payment systems.
(2026-02-26). Man arrested over alleged sexual assault of 12-year-old in Rawalpindi madrassa. tribune.com.pk 
Police on Thursday arrested a man identified as Ibrahim Yaseen, who was accused of sexually abusing a 12-year-old boy in a madrassa in Rawalpindi. | "My son went to offer prayers; on his way back, the suspect who was lying in wait assaulted my son and recorded an indecent video," said the boy's father. | In the First Information Report filed on Wednesday, the 12-year-old boy was at a madrassa in his village at the village mosque, a double-story building. | After completing his duty of calling the prayer (azaan), the boy was sitting in the designated area when the accused Ibrahim Yaseen allegedly seized him. Th…
(2026-02-26). Revisiting Columbia SDS 1967-1968 Vice-Chair Ted Death In NYC In March 1970 (1). indybay.org In his 1975-published book, "More Power Than We Know", Dave Dellinger wrote that "a bitter argument had been raging for some days over the legitimacy of the enterprise;" and "two days before the blast" that destroyed the townhouse and killed Ted, Terry Robbins and Diana Oughton, "Kathy Boudin…had told me her fears that they were losing contact with the revolutionary love that had motivated them to embark on their new course."
(2026-02-26). The Court Disarmed Trump's Tariff Weapon. Who Will Pay? levernews.com On Friday, the Supreme Court ruled that President Donald Trump's tariffs were illegal, striking a blow to his favorite geopolitical strategy. The decision could make it far harder for any president to wield tariffs as a weapon, but how will the ruling affect your wallet?Today on
(2026-02-26). How to Make a Small UK Bathroom Feel Bigger and Brighter. thecanary.co 
In many British homes — whether it's a Victorian terrace in Manchester, a new-build flat in Birmingham, or a compact London apartment — the bathroom is often the smallest room in the house. Yet it's also one of the most used. The challenge? Creating a space that feels light, open and modern without knocking down […] | By
(2026-02-26). The World Majority and the Politics of Values. infobrics.org Values are now among the key forces shaping contemporary international affairs. As values increasingly take centre stage in geopolitical competition, the development of consensus on sovereign values shared by the World Majority is a must…
(2026-02-26). CUET 2026: Application Window Re-Opened, Register Now. ummid.com The National Testing Agency (NTA) has re-opened the application window for the candidates who have not yet applied for Common University Entrance Test UG 2026 (CUET UG 2026).
(2026-02-26). Lawfare Diplomacy: How the U.S. Bullied its Way Back into the Panama Canal. nacla.org 
The quiet reclamation of the Canal reveals that the Trump administration has more sophisticated tools at its disposal for asserting its hegemony in the Western Hemisphere.
(2026-02-26). A slight fall in energy bills is welcome, but much bigger change is needed. thecanary.co 
In April 2026, energy bills in the UK will apparently fall by 7%. But considering the massive rise in bills in recent years, this change will just be a drop in the ocean. Uswitch reports that average households are paying about £1,758 per year for a dual bill including electricity and gas. The BBC says […] | By
(2026-02-26). 'Shame must change sides': Gisèle Pelicot's tremendous message of hope and courage sweeps the world. globalvoices.org 
(2026-02-26). Lukashenko congratulates Belorusneft company on 60th anniversary. eng.belta.by "Belorusneft makes a significant contribution both to the economy and to social stability, the development of regions, and the support of culture, education, and sports," Aleksandr Lukashenko emphasized.
(2026-02-26). Celebrate the birth of California Africana 365. indybay.org 100th Anniversary of Negro History Week | 50th Anniversary of Black History Month | Let us celebrate the birth of California Africana 365…
(2026-02-26). Thailand: Overturn sentence against women human rights defender Pimsiri 'Mook' Petchnamrob and other pro-democracy defenders. fidh.org The Observatory for the Protection of Human Rights Defenders, a partnership of the International Federation for Human Rights (FIDH) and the World Organisation Against Torture (OMCT), and the undersigned organisations condemn the sentencing of Thai women human rights defender Pimsiri "Mook" Petchnamrob alongside Anon Nampa, Somyot Pruksakasemsuk, and Phromsorn "Fah" Weerathamjaree.
25 February 2026. The undersigned organisations urge Thai authorities to immediately overturn the sentences (…) | – |
(2026-02-26). Your Party results in: Zarah Sultana and Jeremy Corbyn elected. thecanary.co 
Your Party have announced the results of the elections for seats on the party's Central Executive Committee (CEC). After months of endless controversy and bickering, the results are undoubtedly going to have an impact on the direction of travel for this new socialist party. As expected, both Zarah Sultana and Jeremy Corbyn have been elected […] | By
(2026-02-26). Fascism and The Working Class Struggle: CWA 1104 Education Division Panel. indybay.org The CWA 1104 Education Division held a panel on the Working-Class Struggle against Fascism…
(2026-02-26). Trump's State of the Union Address: The Purest Ugliest Vaudeville. bylinetimes.com Trump was in his element delivering the annual "state of the union" address. Despite some relatively high notes of rhetoric, presumably written by his speechwriters, celebrating America's achievements in the 250th anniversary year of its establishment, as well as some genuinely moving moments, most of his speech was classic Trump, at his populist worst. | Acting the showman, Trump wheeled out a series of boasts about his alleged greatest hits, delivered cheap applause lines designed to hearten his base and rile his opponents, and repeatedly tried to bask in the glow of other people's accomplishments, to cover…
(2026-02-26). Samsung Unpacks Galaxy S26 Series: What's New? ummid.com Samsung Electronics Wednesday February 26, 2026 unpacked the Galaxy S26 series which is powered by the most intuitive, proactive and adaptive Galaxy AI1 experiences yet and designed to simplify the tasks people do on their phones every day.
(2026-02-26). About 360 vehicles queuing at Belarus' border to enter EU. eng.belta.by About 120 cars and 240 trucks are waiting at the Belarusian border to enter Lithuania and Poland.
(2026-02-26). Defeating Al-Najma, Al-Nassr registers 9th consecutive win since Jan 17. ummid.com Defeating Al-Najma on its home ground, Cristiano Ronaldo led-Al-Nassr FC Wednesday Feb 25, 2026 registered its 9th consecutive victory in the Saudi Pro League 2025/26 season.
(2026-02-26). Near-blind Rohingya refugee found dead after US border agents release him out in cold. scmp.com A nearly blind refugee from Myanmar missing since his release from a Buffalo jail into the custody of US Border Patrol has been found dead on a downtown street, according to city authorities on Wednesday. | Police officers in the upstate New York city located the body of Nurul Amin Shah Alam, 56, on Tuesday evening, the Buffalo Police Department said.
(2026-02-26). Randy Fine Spreads More Hate. scheerpost.com Randy Fine at the 2023 Florida Stands With Israel Conference. Florida Senate, Public domain, via Wikimedia Commons | In one of the scariest moments in modern history, we're doing our best at ScheerPost to pierce the fog of lies that conceal it but we need some help to pay our writers and staff. Please consider a By Michael F. Brown / Congressman Randy Fine of Florida,…
(2026-02-26). In Chicago, a Pentagon‚Äëbacked Lab Could Price Out Black Residents. capitalbnews.org 
CHICAGO — By the time Jerry Whirley heard that a $9 billion quantum-computing campus was coming a few blocks from his South Shore home, most of what he actually needed from his neighborhood, like somewhere to buy medicine or groceries, had already vanished. He didn't learn about "Quantum City" from the governor or the mayor, …
(2026-02-26). Global rights groups urge PM Shehbaz to act on press freedom, protect journalists. tribune.com.pk 
Several international and domestic organisations working for human rights and press freedom have written a joint letter to Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif, expressing serious concern over the deteriorating media situation in Pakistan. | The letter said that "the undersigned press freedom and human rights groups urge your government to take immediate action to uphold Pakistan's obligations under the Constitution and the International Covenant on Civil and Political Rights (ICCPR), which guarantee freedom of expression and the press, and require the State to protect journalists from violence, intimidation, and unl…
(2026-02-26). No Demolition without Rehabilitation: SC in Haldwani Railway Colony Case. ummid.com In a landmark ruling Tuesday, the Supreme Court of India barred the Uttarakhand government to carry demolition and eviction without the Rehabilitation of the local residents of the Haldwani Railway Colony.
(2026-02-26). Merz's China tightrope: warm words, but hard questions for Beijing. scmp.com Germany's Chancellor Friedrich Merz travelled to Beijing with a delicate brief: vouch for a shrinking slice of big German firms still bullish on China, while defending the growing number being squeezed. | On day one of his first official visit, Merz trod the line carefully — voicing openness to resetting beleaguered bilateral ties, even while gently nudging his hosts on bugbears including subsidies, currency devaluation and Russia.
(2026-02-26). No conspiracy theories, just facts: A look into key topics of Supreme State Council meeting. eng.belta.by Moscow is hosting a meeting of the Supreme State Council of the Union State. Belarus and Russia are set to review the results of the integration and outline plans for the next few years. It has already been officially reported that the agenda consists of seven items.
(2026-02-26). Sharon Graham under fire after asking government to beef-up military spending. thecanary.co 
Sharon Graham, the head of Unite Union, was to beef-up military defence spending. This hawkish stance has not gone unrecognised. Sending workers into the "meat grinder of war" Sharon Graham made demands for a meatier military budget during a rally outside Westminster on 25 February — effectively panhandling for the government. She gave Labour a […] | By
(2026-02-26). Pro-Immigrant National Council of Jewish Women @ Same Address as Roseland ICE Harm Operation Center. fightbackbetter.com Not a day seems to go by without reports of ICE bringing violence to our NJ communities. (video about today's…
(2026-02-26). Eskom notes Sibanye Stillwater high court judgement. sanews.gov.za Eskom notes Sibanye Stillwater high court judgement | Eskom is studying the high court judgement brought by Sibanye Stillwater and others, setting aside the power utility's refusal of Sibanye's wayleave application to develop a 50MW behind the meter Photovoltaic (PV) power plant to supply electricity to Sibanye's Kloof Mine. | "Eskom notes the judgment delivered by Adams J on 18 February 2026 in the High Court of South Africa, Gauteng South Division, in a matter brought by Sibanye Stillwater and others ("Sibanye"). | Eskom's intention was always to facilitate Sibanye's wayleave application by ensuring it met the…
(2026-02-26). Regime Change at the Federal Reserve: From Big Bank Bailouts to Local Productivity. globalresearch.ca On January 30, when former Federal Reserve board member
(2026-02-26). Nigel Farage refuses to condemn death threats against Labour MP. thecanary.co 
Reform UK leader Nigel Farage has refused to condemn death threats re-posted by Reform councillor, Simon Evans. These threats bring to bring the tragic death of the late Labour MP, Jo Cox. As such, it's essential that members of the House of Commons show responsible leadership. This is especially true now as more than half […] | By
(2026-02-26). Traditional leaders the roots that hold the nation up. sanews.gov.za Traditional leaders the roots that hold the nation up | Traditional leaders are indispensable partners as government works to improve the economy and the lives of every South African man, woman and child. | "It is you who our people turn to in times of uncertainty and upheaval, and on whom they rely for guidance and wisdom that has been passed down through the ages and generations," said President Cyril Ramaphosa, speaking at the opening of the National House of Traditional and Khoi-San Leaders on Thursday. | He said the institution of traditional leadership forms the sturdy roots that hold the great tree of the…
(2026-02-26). How Poisonous Mercury Can Get From Coal-Fired Power Plants Into Fish You Eat — Trump's EPA Just Weakened Rules Meant to Lower the Risk. counterpunch.org 
For years, people fishing along the banks of the White River that winds through Indianapolis were met by ominous signs warning about eating the fish they catch. One of those risks was mercury poisoning. Mercury is a neurotoxic metal that can cause irreparable harm to human health — especially the brain development of young children.
(2026-02-26). A Dog's Life: Is Randy Fine's Judeo-Christian Civilization on a Leash? muslimskeptic.com You may have already come across the latest episode of provocation from Randy Fine. For those who aren't aware, he's a U.S. Republican lawmaker whose public record is saturated with Jewish supremacism and Islamophobic bile, especially with dehumanizing rhetoric about Palestinians. In his most recent outburst, Fine declared that, if forced to choose, he would …
(2026-02-26). Melania Trump's Historic U.N. Leadership. devdiscourse.com In a historic move, First Lady Melania Trump is set to chair a meeting of the United Nations Security Council on Monday, coinciding with the U.S.'s presidency of the council for July. Her focus will be on highlighting education as a pathway to promote tolerance and global peace.
(2026-02-26). We Are Still Discovering the Tracks of the Underground Railroad. counterpunch.org 
(2026-02-26). Iran crisis: How does Trump get out of the box which he himself has created? strategic-culture.su A series of failed policy decisions from Trump have led us to the Mexican standoff with Iran. | Join us on , , and . | Contact us: | A s…
(2026-02-26). Trump vows historic turnaround in SOTU. tribune.com.pk 
US President Donald Trump boasted Tuesday of a "turnaround for the ages" in a State of the Union speech, seeking to reverse his dismal polls and see off mounting challenges at home and abroad ahead of crucial midterm elections. | Arriving to address a joint session of Congress, Trump was welcomed with cheers and a standing ovation from Republicans ⚪ while Democrats remained seated in protest. | "My fellow Americans, our nation is back bigger, better, richer and stronger than ever before," Trump said. | The 79-year-old hoped the primetime stage will help him to sell voters on the achievements of a breakneck an…
(2026-02-26). State Govt proposal to rename Kerala as Keralam gets cabinet nod. ummid.com The Union Cabinet Tuesday February 24, 2026 approved the Kerala government's proposal to rename Kerala as 'Keralam'.
(2026-02-26). Tuesday 3/3: Webinar: Black Power and Palestine: Transnational Countries of Color. indybay.org Zoom | go.rutgers.edu/freespeech…
(2026-02-26). Cuba Kills 4 Exiles Trying to "Infiltrate" Island by Boat as U.S. "Medieval Siege" of Cuba Continues. democracynow.org 
Cuban exiles on a U.S.-registered speedboat attempted to enter Cuba undetected, but were confronted by border patrol in Cuban waters on Wednesday. According to the Cuban Interior Ministry, the Cuban nationals on the speedboat fired on the border agents who then returned fire — killing four and injuring six of the men. This comes as the Trump administration's blockade of fuel has triggered a severe humanitarian and economic crisis in Cuba, compounding the impact of the U.S. economic embargo in place since 1962. In response to the growing humanitarian crisis, activists are organizing a flotilla to deliver aid…
(2026-02-26). Public warned against consumption of washed-up lobster and fish. sanews.gov.za Public warned against consumption of washed-up lobster and fish | The Department of Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment (DFFE) has warned members of the public that washed-up lobster and fish are not safe for human consumption. | The department has confirmed that red tide conditions along Elands Bay in the West Coast have resulted in large marine walkouts and mortalities, including significant numbers of West Coast Rock Lobster (kreef) and other fish species in and around Elands Bay. | "The time of death of these cannot be confirmed. Exposure to algal toxins and bacterial contamination poses a serious health…
(2026-02-26). Budget 2026 balances redistribution and fiscal responsibility – Masondo. sanews.gov.za Budget 2026 balances redistribution and fiscal responsibility – Masondo | Deputy Finance Minister, Dr David Masondo, says the 2026 Budget is redistributive while balancing the need for fiscal discipline. | The Deputy Minister participated in…
(2026-02-26). Regime Change at the Fed: From Big Bank Bailouts to Local Productivity. dissidentvoice.org On January 30, when former Federal Reserve board member Kevin Warsh was nominated by President Trump as the central bank's next chair, markets sold off and gold and silver plunged. Investors were positioned for a "dove," someone inclined to cut rates aggressively and keep money loose; and Warsh has a long-standing reputation as a "hawk." So wrote Michael …
(2026-02-26). Volfovich describes BISR as leading think tank of Belarus. eng.belta.by The Belarusian Institute of Strategic Research was set up precisely to participate in matters of ensuring national security and to develop progressive ideas that help neutralize risks, challenges, and threats in national security, Aleksandr Volfovich noted.
(2026-02-26). The true cost of Panama's port seizure lies in lost predictability. scmp.com There are few assets on earth as strategically sensitive as the ports flanking the Panama Canal. They sit at the hinge of global trade, where container ships glide between oceans and geopolitics moves just beneath the surface. That is why Panama's seizure of two major port terminals operated by CK Hutchison, the Hong Kong conglomerate built by Li Ka-shing, deserves more than a passing headline. | It is not simply a contractual dispute dressed up as constitutional housekeeping. It is a stress test…
(2026-02-26). Culinary Diplomacy: Reena Pushkarna's Impact on India-Israel Relations. devdiscourse.com Reena Pushkarna, an iconic figure in Israel's culinary scene and a prominent Indian Indian-origin restaurateur, has found mention in a high-profile address by Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. During a joint press conference with Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Netanyahu recounted how Pushkarna played a pivotal role in his personal life.
(2026-02-26). A Record 129 Journalists Killed in 2025, Israel Responsible for 2/3 of the Deaths: CPJ. democracynow.org 
A record 129 press workers were killed worldwide in 2025, more in one year than in any of the previous three decades for which the Committee to Protect Journalists has collected data. The previous record was set in 2024. For both 2024 and 2025, the Israeli military was responsible for two-thirds of all press killings. "This shows the systematic pattern that Israel is using to silence the journalists, whether by killing them, targeting them, imprisoning them, intimidating them, and also smearing them," says Sara Qudah, Middle East and North Africa regional director at the Committee to Protect Journalists. CPJ also…
(2026-02-26). The Still Relevant Assassination of Yitzhak Rabin. covertactionmagazine.com Who controls the past controls the future: who controls the present controls the past. —George Orwell, quoted by Shabak chief Ami Ayalon in 1996. Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is not the only homicidal politician in the Promised Land. On December 29, 2025, Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich of the Religious Zionism Party called Israeli Supreme Court …
(2026-02-26). Salim Khan stable as treatment continues at Mumbai hospital. tribune.com.pk 
Senior Bollywood screenwriter Salim Khan, father of superstar Salman Khan, is currently receiving treatment at Lilavati Hospital in Mumbai after suffering a minor brain hemorrhage. | At an event, while speaking to the media, Amir Khan gave certain updates about the status of Salim Khan's health. He said, "I went to meet Salim Sahab, and we are all praying that he recovers soon. Since he is in the ICU, I couldn't meet him personally, but sat with the family". | View this post on Instagram | He further revealed, "Alvira tells me every day that his health is improving. We are all praying that he returns home soon…
(2026-02-26). Tariffs The Statistics of 1901 vs 2026 Would Require a 90% Levy. globalresearch.ca Tariffs — State of the Union Address, Trump again pushes the notion that the US used to have no federal income tax because tariff revenue was all that the government needed to sustain themselves. The federal budget in 1901 was …
(2026-02-26). Sewage scandal shows how horrific DWP PIP assessments are. thecanary.co 
A Channel 4 docudrama about the sewage scandal has unexpectedly shown how horrific Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) Personal Independence Payment (PIP) assessments are. Dirty business exposes heartache water companies caused The three-part series Dirty Business lays bare how the water industry pumped raw sewage into Britain's rivers and coastline. It's an unflinching, stark […] | By
(2026-02-26). Socialist Alliance slams Minns' decision to create special militarised NSW Police unit. socialist-alliance.org 
Socialist Alliance slams Premier Chris Minns' decision to create special militarised NSW Police unit. Statement issued on February 26, 2026.
(2026-02-26). These events at Berlinale 2026 revealed truth is impossible to ignore. ummid.com The debate at Berlinale 2026 ultimately reanimates a familiar philosophical polarity: aesthetic autonomy versus ethical engagement.
(2026-02-26). US drops charges against Chinese scientists for smuggling worms after diplomatic talks. scmp.com Beijing intervened and helped get charges dropped against three Chinese scientists at the University of Michigan who were accused of helping a colleague smuggle biological materials into the US, defence lawyers said. | The materials turned out to be mostly tiny, transparent worms — nothing dangerous — though US officials last year hailed the arrests as a victory for national security. Attorney General Pam Bondi said the government must be vigilant when foreign nationals try to "advance a malicious…
(2026-02-26). Renegade African-American Soldier Should Be Remembered For Resisting White Supremacy and Colonialism. covertactionmagazine.com [This article is part of a series for Black History Month. Other articles in the series can be read here, here, here, here and here.—Editors] In a 1952 song entitled "Bye Bye Big Brass," anti-war singer Woody Guthrie dreamed up a scenario in which he is shipped off to the Korean War and, rather than kill a Chinese soldier …
(2026-02-26). From the Ganges to the Volga — Brahmaputra to the Moskva, the Flow of Eternal Friendship. infobrics.org The way the Volga, the Ganges, the Brahmaputra, and the Moskva are flowing, the friendship between India and Russia is timeless towards eternity…
(2026-02-26). IHC removes objections on Imran, Bushra appeals in Toshakhana-II case. tribune.com.pk 
The Islamabad High Court on Thursday removed all objections on the appeals filed against the Toshakhana case sentences of Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf founder Imran Khan and his wife Bushra Bibi. The court also directed that the appeals be numbered and scheduled for hearing. | Barrister Salman Safdar said, "You are seeing us in court for the first time; do not let us leave empty-handed." Justice Khadim Hussain Soomro remarked, "Both your applications have been approved; you will not leave empty-handed." | On December 20, a special court sentenced Imran Khan and Bushra Bibi to 17 years in prison each in the Toshakh…
(2026-02-26). Juvenile 'Sun' caught red-handed doing this. ummid.com The NASA astronomers have caught a younger and juvenile version of the Sun creating a giant bubble in space.
(2026-02-26). One year after the Southern California wildfires. anabaptistworld.org In Southern California, 2025 was a year marked by fire and ICE. The Palisades fire got the most name recognition, but Runyon Canyon, Eaton Canyon and other fires broke out during the same dry windstorm. In January of 2025 I wrote about the fires, highlighting what community responses to trauma might look like. Now with …
(2026-02-26). Thursday 2/26: Mennonite Action Mass Call. indybay.org Online | www.mennoniteaction.org/call…
(2026-02-26). Racist weirdos are kicking off about halal and kosher food again. thecanary.co 
Conservative MP Esther McVey has introduced a motion to parliament calling for the labelling of all halal and kosher meat in the UK. McVey argued that her proposal was about "animal welfare, transparency in meat production and consumer choice". However, the actual content of her speech revealed this to be a load of tripe. Rather, […] | By
(2026-02-26). Last-gasp penalty sends Atalanta past Dortmund. tribune.com.pk 
Lazar Samardzic smashed home a stoppage-time penalty to complete a dramatic 4-1 victory for Atalanta over Borussia Dortmund on Wednesday, sending the Italian side into the Champions League's last 16 with a comeback 4-3 aggregate triumph. | Dortmund's Ramy Bensebaini was sent off after his studs caught the head of Atalanta's Nikola Krstovic in the penalty area and Samardzic converted the spot kick in the 98th minute to send the Italians through. Atalanta will now face either Arsenal or Bayern Munich in the round of 16 with the draw on Friday. | "Everyone had written us off, but this match showed once again how…
(2026-02-26). Call for health research that tackles root causes of disease. sanews.gov.za Call for health research that tackles root causes of disease | Higher Education and Training Deputy Minister, Nomusa Dube-Ncube, has called for a new generation of health science research that goes beyond diagnosing disease, to confronting and dismantling the systems that sustain illness and inequality. | Speaking at the launch of the Regenesys School of Health Sciences in Sandton, Johannesburg, Dube-Ncube emphasised that the future of health science must be intersectional, decolonised, context sensitive, and justice centred. | "We need research that goes beyond disease diagnosis, but one that dismantles the syst…
(2026-02-26). Royal Pines redevelopment raises major questions on the Gold Coast. independentaustralia.net 
(2026-02-26). Rupert Lowe Posed With Neo-Nazi Who Recruits White Supremacists Into Restore Britain. bylinetimes.com 
A well-known white supremacist linked to a neo-Nazi group flagged by the UK Government as a "serious concern" has been volunteering for Rupert Lowe's Restore Britain movement since last November, Byline Times can reveal. | Chris Mitchell, the former East of England organiser for the antisemitic far-right group Patriotic Alternative (PA) and a self-described
(2026-02-26). Prada's Pioneering Show Hints at High-Tech Fashion Future. devdiscourse.com Prada's autumn/winter show in Milan showcased innovative wardrobe pieces such as embroidered satin dresses, sheer skirts, and wool sweaters. The event's highlight was the presence of Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg, stirring rumors of a potential smart glasses collaboration.
(2026-02-26). Pakistani sculptor Ehtisham Jadoon turns scrap into colossal metal artworks. tribune.com.pk 
Sparks fly, and metal groans in a cavernous workshop on the outskirts of Islamabad, where Pakistani artist Ehtisham Jadoon fuses discarded car parts into colossal pieces inspired by "Transformers" movies and dinosaurs. | The 35-year-old sculptor's studio brims with cogs, chains, hubcaps and engine parts as his hulking creations — a lion with a mane of twisted steel, a giant Tyrannosaurus rex and a towering Optimus Prime — take shape. | "I have always been fascinated by metal objects," Jadoon told AFP after assembling the 14-foot (4-metre) "Transformers" character, his biggest creation yet. | "When…
(2026-02-26). Saturday 2/28: The Declaration of Independence applied today: a walking tour. indybay.org meet in the lobby of the American Youth Hostel | 312 Mason Street | San Francisco…
(2026-02-26). Muslims and Christians Share The Fasting Month in 2026. ummid.com The Islamic month of Ramadan and Christianity's 40-day period of fasting called Lent, stated on 18 February this year.
(2026-02-26). 'Belarus is not easy target': Military expert weighs in on strengths of Belarusian army. eng.belta.by "We have tactical nuclear weapons and the Oreshnik missile system, S-400 systems, modern aircraft and tanks. We produce missiles, shells, ammunition, grenade launchers, and small arms," Aleksandr Tishchenko noted.
(2026-02-26). UK peers press govt on Imran Khan's health, urge rights-linked ties with Pakistan. tribune.com.pk 
The imprisonment and reported deteriorating health of incarcerated former prime minister Imran Khan came under sustained scrutiny in the UK Parliament on Tuesday, with peers across party lines urging the Labour government to intensify diplomatic engagement with Islamabad and consider linking aid and trade to human rights benchmarks. | The issue was raised during oral questions led by Baroness Alexander of Cleveden, who asked about discussions with the government of Pakistan regarding Khan's incarceration. | Zac Goldsmith, a former UK Foreign Office minister and Khan's former brother-in-law, voiced concern over…
(2026-02-26). Luwero LC V Chairperson Calls for More Funding to Health. plusnews.ug 
Luwero District Local Council V Chairperson, Erasto Kibirango, has called on the government to increase investment in the public health sector, saying many rural residents are still struggling to access affordable treatment despite the official policy of free healthcare at government facilities. Kibirango said that while medical services are meant to be free, persistent drug …
(2026-02-26). A Few Soundbites to Accompany the Left's Chomstein Outfreakage. counterpunch.org 
"At the peak of the disco outfreakage, the stray energies in that area came to the fore, and ultimately, monsters were created." —Bruce Bickford, Clay Animator-in-Residence at The Utility Muffin Research Kitchen (i.e., Zappa's basement) In the grand tradition of The Golden Treasury of America's Most Beloved Chomsky Soundbites, here are some relevant quotes that
(2026-02-26). Itikaf 2026 at Haramain: Where and How to Register. ummid.com The General Presidency for the Affairs of the Two Holy Mosques has started from Friday Ramadan 03, 1447 AH corresponding to February 20, 2026, online registration for the prospective worshipers intending to perform Itikaf at the Grand Mosque in Makkah and The Prophet's Mosque, Masjid e Nabawi.
(2026-02-26). Vance Says Iran Should Take Trump's Threats 'Seriously'. news.antiwar.com Vice President JD Vance said on Wednesday that Iran should take President Trump's threats "seriously" as the US continues a major military buildup in the Middle East to prepare for what appears to be a coming attack on the Islamic Republic. Vance has emerged as one of the leading figures in the Trump administration who …
(2026-02-26). In a Historic Vote, Tennessee Volkswagen Workers Get Their First Union Contract. portside.org In a Historic Vote, Tennessee Volkswagen Workers Get Their First Union Contract |
(2026-02-26). DWP cut Access to Work support by 50% for director of a disabled-led theatre. thecanary.co 
The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) have cut the Access to Work support of an artistic director working at a disabled led theatre company by 50%. Jenny Sealey, who has led Graeae for over 28 years, says the cuts feel "punitive" and a result of her speaking out about AtW delays. DWP cut disabled […] | By
(2026-02-26). Sunday 3/8: San Francisco: Anti-Fascism March & Rally – Unleash the Power of Furious Women. indybay.org Union Square in San Francisco | Corner of Geary Street and Stockton Street | San Francisco, CA…
(2026-02-26). End the War on the Cuban People! portside.org End the War on the Cuban People! |
(2026-02-26). Expert explains why Belarus still celebrates Fatherland Defenders Day on 23 February. eng.belta.by In a new episode of the V Teme [On Point] project on BelTA's YouTube channel, national security expert Aleksandr Tishchenko explained why Belarus has preserved the tradition of celebrating 23 February as Day of Fatherland Defenders and Armed Forces.
(2026-02-26). Karnataka Cabinet Unveils Major Infrastructure Boost Across Sectors. devdiscourse.com The Karnataka Cabinet has embarked on an extensive infrastructure development spree, announcing comprehensive plans across multiple sectors including health, education, and agriculture. The initiatives underscore the government's commitment to bolstering public service delivery to meet growing demands.
(2026-02-26). Until we can defend ourselves, we're not all equal. independentaustralia.net 
(2026-02-26). These L.A. Artists Flipped an Empty 99 Cents Only Store Into a Bizarrely Beautiful Mid-City Art Gallery. lataco.com In the shell of an abandoned 99CENTS Only Store, L.A. artists stack hypnotic sculptures and portraits as a call to nostalgia.
(2026-02-26). Increases in social grants welcomed as a lifeline for SA's most vulnerable. sanews.gov.za Increases in social grants welcomed as a lifeline for SA's most vulnerable | The South African Social Security Agency has welcomed the increase in social grant amounts announced by the Minister of Finance Enoch Godongwana on Wednesday. | All social grants, barring the COVID-19 Social Relief of Distress (SRD) grant, will increase in the next financial year. | The grant increases are as follows: | Old age grant will increase from R2 315 to R2 400. | War veterans grant will increase from R2 335 to R2 420. | Disability grant will go up from R2 315 to R2 400. | Foster care grant rises from R1 250 to R1 295. | Care dep…
(2026-02-26). KCET 2026 Last Date to Apply Extended One Last Time. ummid.com The Karnataka Examination Authority (KEA) has extended once again the last date of application for the Karnataka Common Entrance Test 2026 or KCET 2026, the compulsory entrance exam conducted for admission in Engineering, Medical, Pharmacy and other professional degree courses.
(2026-02-26). Beaten, Starved, Tortured: New CPJ Report on Abuse of Palestinian Journalists in Israeli Prisons. democracynow.org 
Testimony and evidence from 59 Palestinian journalists reveals "strikingly consistent" reports of beatings, sensory deprivation, sexual violence, starvation and medical neglect while detained, according to a review by the Committee to Protect Journalists. Most of them were held under Israel's so-called "administrative detention" policy and were never charged with any crime. The journalists lost an average of 52 pounds in Israeli prisons. "This report was one of the most difficult reports to work on, because you are listening to human beings who are describing inhuman conditions they had to face for months, and so…
(2026-02-26). Colonial cringe runs deep: military subjugation. independentaustralia.net 
(2026-02-26). Mr. Ip and the Wall Street Journal Discover Wealth Inequality. dissidentvoice.org It was in 2013 that Thomas Piketty rediscovered the problem of wealth inequality with his celebrated book Capital in the Twenty-first Century. Published by Harvard University Press and selling several million copies, the book turned prevailing mainstream economic thinking on its head. Academic economists and capitalist apologists had long assured us that capitalism persistently created wealth …
(2026-02-26). Winning the War of the World. globalresearch.ca [This comprehensive essay by …
(2026-02-26). Gunmen kill 25 in twin village attacks in northeast Nigeria. albawaba.com ALBAWABA- At least 25 people were killed and several homes burned in coordinated attacks on two villages in Nigeria's northeastern Adamawa State late Tuesday, residents and officials said.Gunmen struck Kirchinga village in Madagali Local Government Area and Garaha in neighboring Hong Local Government Area, both located near the fringes of the Sambisa Forest, a long-standing stronghold of Islamist militant groups.Residents said 18 bodies were recovered in Kirchinga after armed assailants swept through the community, setting houses ablaze and opening fire on civilians. In Garaha, seven people were killed when attac…
(2026-02-26). India no longer linked to violent crimes in Canada: Ottawa signals shift ahead of PM Carney's New Delhi visit. ptcnews.tv PTC News Desk: Ahead of Prime Minister Mark Carney's visit, Canada appears to be improving its relationship with India after tensions reached a low point under former Prime Minister Justin Trudeau. ? | India no longer linked to violent crimes in Canada: Ottawa signals shift ahead of PM Carney's New Delhi visit…
(2026-02-26). Elected officials, health experts urge BLM to stop new oil and gas leases on public lands. indybay.org California groups are speaking out against moves by the Bureau of Land Management to open up new leases for oil and gas drilling in the Bakersfield area and on the Central Coast.
(2026-02-26). Govt to publish constituency-level development data directory, says Ahsan Iqbal. tribune.com.pk 
Federal Minister for Planning and Development Ahsan Iqbal on Thursday announced that the government will publish a constituency-level development data directory aimed at providing detailed insights into development indicators and promoting transparency. | Addressing the Pakistan Governance Forum 2026 in Islamabad on its second day, the minister said the Ministry of Planning and Development had largely completed work on the initiative. He noted that the directory would foster "positive competition among public representatives in the development sector." | Iqbal also underscored the need for an empowered local g…
(2026-02-26). Educational Turmoil: Government Responds to NCERT Textbook Controversy. devdiscourse.com Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan on Thursday endorsed the Supreme Court of India's decision to issue show cause notices to key officials from the Education Ministry and the National Council of Educational Research and Training (NCERT). The action comes in response to a controversial sub-chapter titled 'Corruption in the judiciary' found in a Class 8 Social Science textbook.
(2026-02-26). 26.2m children out of school, 13.4m girls, says education report. tribune.com.pk 
The Statistics and Trends Report 2023-24 on girls' education reveals that a total of 26.2 million children are still out of school, 13.4 million of whom are girls. | {{pdf}} | Regarding facilities for disabled students, the report revealed that 23% of schools have ramps, but there are fewer educational institutions providing special teaching materials or assistive devices. | Read: HEC makes AI course mandatory for all degree programmes from 2026 | The report also mentions that 23% of teachers in girls' schools are trained at the foundational level. Only 19% of schools have digital devices. Furthermore, the edu…
(2026-02-26). Pakistan women register their highest-ever ODI total. tribune.com.pk 
Pakistan women were bowled out for 345 in pursuit of a 362-run target in the second ODI as South Africa gained a 2-0 lead in the series here at the SuperSport Park in Centurion on Wednesday night. Pakistan registered their highest ever ODI total surpassing the previous 335-3 against Ireland women in 2022 in Lahore. | The third ODI of the series will take place on Sunday, 1 March at the Kingsmead Cricket Stadium in Durban. | Pakistan's spirited effort was led by fluent half-centuries from Ayesha Zafar, Sadaf Shamas and skipper Fatima Sana. Syeda Aroob Shah and Diana Baig also chipped in with valuable contributi…
(2026-02-26). US says Iran trying to rebuild nuclear programme. geo.tv 
US Vice President JD Vance speaks next to Administrator for the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services Mehmet Oz about combating fraud at the Eisenhower Executive Office Building in Washington, D.C., US, February 25, 2026. — ReutersUS…
(2026-02-26). Why is Russia India's top priority partner in upgrade program for Su-30MKI. infobrics.org The "Super Sukhoi" might involve two parallel upgrade programs — one designed to support the Indian domestic defense industry and another, more focused on Russian assistance, given Moscow's extensive combat experience in NATO-occupied Ukraine. At some point, Delhi might even decide to "kill two birds with one stone" by fusing these initiatives into a more unified program, where Russian battlefield expertise meets domestic Indian science and engineering.
(2026-02-26). Nearly Blind Rohingya Refugee Found Dead After Being Stranded by Border Patrol. truthout.org The latest chapter in what one historian called "the ongoing horror story of American immigration enforcement" unfolded in Buffalo, New York this week after Nurul Amin Shah Alam, a 56-year-old Rohingya refugee from Myanmar, was released from a county jail where he'd been held for a year. As Buffalo-based outlet the Investigative Post reported Wednesday, the nearly blind man was found dead on… |
(2026-02-26). Saturday 2/28: San Jose MakeBillionaires Pay!!! indybay.org Winchester Shopping Center Sign | 3137 Stevens Creek Blvd, San Jose, CA 95117…
(2026-02-26). Russia's Rosatom Pushes Fleet-based, Localised Nuclear Partnerships as India Opens Sector. infobrics.org Fleet-based model, localisation and private participation central to Rosatom's India strategy…
(2026-02-26). The beautiful Venetian plant with a secret climate superpower. grist.org 
(2026-02-26). Strengthening Security and Welfare: Army's Strategic Initiatives in J&K. devdiscourse.com Lieutenant General Pratik Sharma, Northern Army Commander, convened a high-level meeting on Thursday with key stakeholders to review and bolster the security framework in Jammu and Kashmir. Discussions focused on improving vigilance and the efficient use of resources to reinforce the counter-terrorism grid in the region.
(2026-02-26). Saturday 2/28: Lompico Pond Restoration Project (LPRP) Volunteer Workday next Saturday February 28th 10am. indybay.org Lompico Pond (aka "Guacamole Pond" officially "Lake Lompico") | ~ 11603 Lakeshore Dr. (Felton CA 95018)…
(2026-02-26). Budget restores SA's credibility. sanews.gov.za Budget restores SA's credibility | The key economic milestones reflected in the 2026 Budget indicate that government's implementation of structural reforms to support economic recovery has strengthened the country's global standing. | This is due to government's efforts to promote faster economic growth, anchored on four pillars: maintaining macroeconomic stability, implementing structural reforms, investing in growth-enhancing infrastructure, and building State capacity. | South Africa's consolidated budget deficit narrowed to 4.5% of Gross Domestic Product (GDP) for 2025/26, an improvement from 4.8%. | The def…
(2026-02-26). Private Equity Killed My Thrift Store. counterpunch.org 
Gol dang it. On top of everything else going on in the world, they had to go and close my thrift store?! The Georgia Avenue Thrift in Washington, D.C.'s Brightwood neighborhood was one of my happy places for more than 20 years. Nothing gave me a reality-escaping retail rush like the killer deals I scored
(2026-02-26). Local Hajj Registration 2026 Starts: Where and How to Apply. ummid.com The Ministry of Hajj and Umrah Saudi Arabia has started from Monday Ramadan6, 1447H (February 23, 2025) through online registration system 'Nusuk' registration and application process for the domestic and local pilgrims who wish to perform Hajj in the year 2026 (1447 AH).
(2026-02-26). Ibrahim Traore: Generating Contours Of A New Pan-African Identity. ummid.com Ibrahim Traoré, the interim leader of Burkina Faso since a 2022 coup, is increasingly viewed as a voice for a new, anti-imperialist world order in Africa.
(2026-02-26). China-Belarus Industrial Park Great Stone welcomes three new companies. eng.belta.by Two new residents and one innovation entity have been registered in the China-Belarus Industrial Park Great Stone.
(2026-02-26). Pakistan face complex qualification scenario following Sri Lanka exit. tribune.com.pk 
New Zealand's emphatic 61-run victory over Sri Lanka has left Pakistan's semi-final hopes at the ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2026 hanging by a thread as Super Eights Group 2 enters its decisive phase. | The New Zealand outclassed hosts Sri Lanka to effectively knock them out of the tournament and significantly strengthen their own qualification bid. | Asked to bat first, New Zealand posted a competitive 168-7 from their 20 overs, built around a gritty 47 from captain Mitchell Santner. | The total proved well beyond Sri Lanka, who slumped to 107-8 in reply, never threatening the chase. | All-rounder Rachin Ravindra…
(2026-02-26). Saturday 2/28: Puppy Love Picnic. indybay.org César Chávez Park, 11 Spinnaker Way, Waterfront/Northwest Berkeley, CA…
(2026-02-26). Healthcare Workers at Oakland AHS Highland Hospital Rallied For Justice, Living Wages. indybay.org Oakland AHS Highland Hospital workers who are members of SEIU CIR and SEI 1021 rallied for a contract for CIR interns and residents, against ICE and the massive layoffs…
(2026-02-26). Galatasaray survive Juve scare. tribune.com.pk 
Galatasaray scraped through to the last 16 of the Champions League despite throwing away a three-goal aggregate lead at 10-man Juventus on Wednesday, with two extra-time goals limiting the Turkish outfit to a 3-2 defeat. | Victor Osimhen and Baris Yilmaz scored the goals which allowed Galatasaray to win a thrilling tie 7-5 on aggregate and set up a clash with either Liverpool or Tottenham Hotspur in the next round. | Galatasaray's previous appearance in the last 16 of Europe's elite club competition was in 2014 and they were fortunate to make it through on Wednesday, even with Juve having to play most of the n…
(2026-02-26). Saturday 2/28: Why Trump wants Greenland and Canada, a walking tour. indybay.org meet in the lobby of the American Youth Hostel | 312 Mason Street | San Francisco…
(2026-02-26). Fighting Autocracy and Corruption. portside.org Fighting Autocracy and Corruption |
(2026-02-26). Daily Memo: Terrified Mother Is Deported With Two Young Daughters Within Hours and Kavanaugh Stops Continue. lataco.com Today immigration agents were seen in the San Fernando Valley, Glendale, Downey, San Diego, and all over Ramona today where again they performed Kavanaugh stops and families in fear and with tears were detained and deported. We also have another death to report, ICE is going after some of our community responders in San Diego, and we went to California City's ICE detention center where we learned of Captain Healthcare and more.
(2026-02-26). Suicide Prevention as Social Change: From Crisis to Global Impact. counterpunch.org 
A six-circle framework for saving lives, strengthening communities, and shaping a healthier world How Suicide Prevention Can Become a Practice of Social Change At 11: 30 on a Monday morning, police were called to a public arts high school in Rochester, New York, after reports of a suicidal student. Before officers arrived, a 15-year-old girl fell
(2026-02-26). India stands with Israel with full conviction: PM Modi address Israel's Knesset, condemns terrorism. ptcnews.tv PTC News Desk: Prime Minister on Wednesday reaffirmed India's unwavering support for Israel, underscoring the depth of bilateral ties, a shared zero-tolerance stance on terrorism, and expanding cooperation in trade, defence and technology. | During his official visit, Prime Minister Narendra Modi addressed the Knesset and said that the partnership between India and Israel is historic, important, and very strong, especially during uncertain global times. He also stressed the need for lasting peace and stability in West Asia. ? | PM Modi expressed sympathy for the victims of the October 7 attacks, when Hamas at…
(2026-02-26). Ski resorts are increasingly reliant on snowmaking. But at what cost? grist.org 
This winter's snow cover is the In Colorado, less than a third of Arapahoe Basin's runs are open. In Washington, Mt. Baker Ski Area
(2026-02-26). What Made America Great: Turnings, Turmoil, and the Twilight of Trust. globalresearch.ca At the start of each turning, people change how they feel about themselves, the culture, the nation, and the future.
(2026-02-26). Urgent Imperative for a Rational, Secular, Humanist and Rights-Based Approach to Global Ethics. globalresearch.ca [This essay by CRG Research Associate Prof. Henry Francis Espiritu was first published by GR in June 2022.] | Ethics is very relevant and crucial in our individual and societal lives as human existents interacting with fellow humans and other sentient …
(2026-02-26). (Video) Rojava's future in Syria? AANES foreign relations co-chair Ilham Ahmed on decentralization, women's rights & guarantees. links.org.au 
Ilham Ahmed explains why constitutional safeguards, decentralization and women's political participation are central to Syria's long-term stability.
(2026-02-26). Friday 2/27: Free Food Church in Felton (formerly Zayante) every Friday 4-6+ pm Rain or Shine. indybay.org Hallcrest Vineyards, 379 Felton Empire Rd. Felton CA 95018 a quarter mile from downtown | *location has recently changed and may change again soon…
(2026-02-26). Staying Sane In An Insane World: Where I Go To Find My Center. counterpunch.org 
Sometimes the insanity of the world gets to me, I feel overwhelmed, almost drowned in it. Then I just have to step back and find my center. That's what I've been doing recently. It's been almost a month since I last posted, and I generally don't like to leave such a gap. But at times
(2026-02-26). AHS Highland Hospital CIR Interns & SEIU 1021 Workers Protest ICE & Fight for a Contract. indybay.org SEIU Committee Of Interns and Residents and SEIU 1021 members rallied at Alameda Healthcare System to protest ICE, for living wages and against the layoffs. The rally took place on 2/24/26…
(2026-02-26). African-American History: The U.S. Civil War (1861-65) and the General Strike. Reexamining Dr. W. E. B. Du Bois' Study. globalresearch.ca Dr. W.E.B. Du Bois published a pioneering study on the United States Civil War (1861-65), its conclusion and the rise and fall of the efforts to build a democratic society.
(2026-02-26). A Wider Social Conflict in US Under Trump is Inevitable. ummid.com Regardless of the November results, much of the outcome is already predetermined- a wider social conflict in the US is inevitable, and the breaking point is fast approaching.
(2026-02-26). Wednesday 3/25: Webinar: Uncivil Rites: Palestine and the Limits of Academic Freedom. indybay.org Zoom | go.rutgers.edu/humanizingpalestine2025…
(2026-02-26). Europe's IRGC Designation: Symbolism over Strategy. fpif.org "We don't need another war in this region. We already have a lot," the European Union foreign policy chief Kaja Kallas Yet, even as its top diplomat calls for diplomacy, the EU has taken a step that severely undermines that very possibility. The
(2026-02-26). Fact Check: News claiming China's approval to Quranic Education is fake. ummid.com Viral news claiming China's approval to Quranic Schools and developing Islamic Education after fact check analysis has turned out to be fake.
(2026-02-26). Glyphosate Exposure and Non-Hodgkin Lymphoma Risk: A Crisis in Plain Sight. globalresearch.ca The public has become acutely aware of glyphosate, an environmental toxin activists have been warning us about for years. As of early 2026, zero U.S. states have enacted a full statewide ban on glyphosate, but a small number of states …
(2026-02-26). India: The international community must call for the immediate release of Umar Khalid. fidh.org The Observatory for the Protection of Human Rights Defenders, a partnership of the International Federation for Human Rights (FIDH) and the World Organisation Against Torture (OMCT), and the undersigned organisations condemn the 5 January 2026 decision of the Indian Supreme Court to deny bail to human rights defender and student activist Umar Khalid, who has been detained for over five years without trial, in violation of India's obligations under international human rights law. The (…) | – |
(2026-02-26). Cape Town, Stellenbosch and Plettenberg Bay rake in international visitor money. sanews.gov.za Cape Town, Stellenbosch and Plettenberg Bay rake in international visitor money | Data from payment provider, Yoco, shows that during December 2025, Cape Town, Stellenbosch and Plettenberg Bay accounted for 67% of all international visitor payments across the country. | This translates into R500 million flowing into local businesses and protecting and creating jobs, said Western Cape Premier Alan Winde, who delivered the Western Cape State of the Province Address on Wednesday. | "This is a Cape Town pastry chef who gets a permanent role in a new bakery. This is a Stellenbosch wine guide who can pay off his studen…
(2026-02-26). NZ mayor swims to ease sewage fears. tribune.com.pk 
The mayor of New Zealand's capital city took an afternoon dip on Wednesday hoping to assuage public fears after a breakdown at a local wastewater treatment plant pumped raw sewage into the ocean and sprayed faecal matter on coastal homes. | Millions of litres of raw sewage have flown into the waters off Wellington's picturesque south coast beaches since the breakdown of the Moa Point facility on February 4. | Sporting swimming trunks and a rash guard shirt, mayor Andrew Little dived face first into the surf as he sought to reassure angry residents that the water was now safe.
(2026-02-26). Year of the Belarusian Woman: what Belarusians expect from 2026. eng.belta.by How do Belarusian women feel about 2026 being declared the Year of the Belarusian Woman? Invited representatives from Belarusian ministries, organizations, and associations shared their thoughts in a new episode of BelTA's Nation Speaks project.
(2026-02-26). Satirist sets up 'Tactical Choice' account to own Labour over Gorton leaflet scam. thecanary.co 
Labour has been owned and humiliated by a social media wag after the party tried to scam voters in the Gorton and Denton by-election. Earlier this week, Labour posted leaflets from a supposed 'tactical voting' organisation, named exactly that 'Tactical Choice' — creative. The paraphernalia they posted advised Gorton and Denton voters to support Starmer's […] | By
(2026-02-26). Atheists and children shall lead us. anabaptistworld.org The church has a credibility problem. That isn't a hot take. It's measurable. Trust surveys show a steady decline. Attendance keeps sliding. The reputation of Christians is more and more tied to power, money and fear rather than mercy, humility and repair. Many of us feel this deeply. We love the story of Jesus. We …
(2026-02-26). Decoded: Rekha Gupta's 1st Year as Delhi Chief Minister. ummid.com As Rekha Gupta completes one year as Delhi Chief Minister, the question arises: has her tenure lived up to her ambitious promises?
(2026-02-26). Four killed as Cuban forces clash with American speedboat. albawaba.com ALBAWABA- Cuba's Ministry of the Interior said border guard forces were involved in a deadly exchange of gunfire with a Florida-registered speedboat that allegedly entered the island's territorial waters early Tuesday, leaving four people dead and six injured.According to an official statement, coastal radar detected the vessel approaching within one nautical mile of the shore near Cayo Falcones in Villa Clara province. A Cuban patrol unit with five officers was dispatched to intercept and identify the boat.Authorities said the occupants of the speedboat opened fire as the patrol approached, wounding the Cuban un…
(2026-02-26). The War in Ukraine at Four. dissidentvoice.org It is old hat for those who know a bit about peace that it cannot be created by looking only at the various types of violence employed. The world's focus on the Ukrainian battlefield and its characteristic mixing up ceasefire with peace is misplaced. One has to ask: And why did they take to violence …
(2026-02-26). Beirut solidarity stand calls for freedom for Palestinian prisoners in occupation jails. samidoun.net 
On Thursday, 26 February 2026, Palestinian organizations in Lebanon organized a solidarity stand in support of Palestinian prisoners outside the headquarters of the International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) in Beirut's Hamra district, with a strong participation of Palestinian refugees from the southern camps, including Ein el-Helweh and Mieh-Mieh. Samidoun Palestinian Prisoner Solidarity Network …
(2026-02-26). German Chancellor Merz Shows Mirror To Trump. ummid.com At the recently held Munich Security Conference (February 13 to 15), the German Chancellor Friedrich Merz clearly lambasted the American policies and identified the areas which need to be reworked to rekindle the Europe-American ties.
(2026-02-26). Valoración de la actividad sísmica en Cuba hasta 2025 (+ Fotos). cubadebate.cu El objetivo de esta valoración es destacar las características de la actividad sísmica en un marco histórico, en comparación con el pasado año 2025. Se enfatiza la necesidad de incrementar la atención sobre estos eventos y respetar las normas sismoresistentes en las construcciones de todo tipo en Cuba.
(2026-02-26). La Habana impulsa proyecto para mejorar gestión de desechos sólidos. radiohc.cu El Gobierno de La Habana impulsa un proyecto de inversión extranjera para mejorar la recogida y el manejo de los desechos sólidos en la capital, según se informó en reunión con autoridades gubernamentales. | El sitio web de la Asamblea Municipal del Poder Popular del municipio Playa, en una amplia información replicada en Facebook y acompañada de imágenes, expuso pormenores del plan, que se prevé ejecutar con colaboración extranjera. | Miguel Almeida, quien impulsa dicho proyecto desde Portugal, explicó que en la primera fase se pondrán en marcha todos los camiones y contenedores disponibles en la ciudad, se inco…
(2026-02-26). La Habana impulsa proyecto para mejorar gestión de desechos sólidos. radiohc.cu El Gobierno de La Habana impulsa un proyecto de inversión extranjera para mejorar la recogida y el manejo de los desechos sólidos en la capital, según se informó en reunión con autoridades gubernamentales. | El sitio web de la Asamblea Municipal del Poder Popular del municipio Playa, en una amplia información replicada en Facebook y acompañada de imágenes, expuso pormenores del plan, que se prevé ejecutar con colaboración extranjera. | Miguel Almeida, quien impulsa dicho proyecto desde Portugal, explicó que en la primera fase se pondrán en marcha todos los camiones y contenedores disponibles en la ciudad, se inco…
(2026-02-26). Identifican a participantes de infiltración armada con fines terroristas frustrada en Villa Clara. cubadebate.cu Se ha podido establecer que la lancha rápida neutralizada, con matrícula de Florida FL7726SH, transportaba 10 personas armadas, que según declaraciones preliminares de los detenidos, tenían intenciones de realizar una infiltración con fines terroristas. Se ocuparon fusiles de asalto, armas cortas, artefactos explosivos de construcción artesanal (cocteles molotov), chalecos antibalas, mirillas telescópicas y uniformes de camuflaje.
(2026-02-26). Frei Betto invita a reforzar trabajo en las comunidades. radiohc.cu El fraile dominico y activista social brasileño Frei Betto llamó a fortalecer el trabajo de los Comités de Defensa de la Revolución (CDR) en las comunidades, durante la presentación del libro ´Premoniciones de Fidel ª, celebrada en el Museo '28 de Septiembre', dedicado a la organización de masas. | En su intervención, Betto —conocedor de la realidad cubana y con una labor social como asesor de la pastoral obrera en Brasil-, reflexionó sobre el valor estratégico de los CDR en el contexto actual, marcado por las complejidades económicas y el recrudecimiento del bloqueo estadounidense.Puede haber a…
(2026-02-26). Programa Cubano de Implantes Cocleares beneficia a cientos de personas. radiohc.cu 
"El Programa Cubano de Implantes Cocleares, con más de 25 años de creado, y a propósito de su Día Internacional, ha permitido devolver la audición a cientos de personas con discapacidad auditiva profunda, de manera gratuita y con un enfoque multidisciplinario", resaltó Armando Rodríguez Batista, ministro de Ciencia, Tecnología y Medio Ambiente (CITMA) desde su perfil en Facebook. | La iniciativa, centralizada en el Hospital Pediátrico Borrás-Marfán, en La Habana, prioriza la atención a niños para aprovechar la plasticidad cerebral y favorecer su rehabilitación lingàºística e inclusión social. | El doctor Ant…
(2026-02-26). Federación Cubana de Beisbol y Softbol denuncia negativas de visas para el Clásico Mundial. cubadebate.cu La Federación Cubana de Beisbol y Softbol precisó que Estados Unidos negó el visado a ocho integrantes de la delegación conformada para representar a Cuba en el VI Clásico Mundial de Beisbol. Tal decisión da la espalda a los más elementales preceptos del deporte y a los compromisos que asumen los países sede de certámenes de este tipo.
(2026-02-26). Inducir tolerancia, salvar vidas: La historia clínica de Jusvinza. cubadebate.cu Jusvinza es un producto terapéutico desarrollado por el Centro de Ingeniería Genética y Biotecnología (CIGB) como resultado de años de investigaciones de la institución en el proyecto de autoinmunidad e inflamación. No es una vacuna, sino un medicamento diseñado para modular la respuesta inmunitaria. La propuesta científica del CIGB consistió en diseñar una molécula capaz de activar mecanismos reguladores del sistema inmunitario y atenuar esa respuesta descontrolada.
(2026-02-26). Juez federal de Massachusetts dictamina que Donald Trump no puede expulsar a personas extranjeras a otras naciones. cubadebate.cu El magistrado Brian Murphy dijo que el Gobierno republicano no puede expulsar a personas extranjeras a otras naciones sin antes intentar enviarlas al país designado en su orden final de deportación. El juez también ordenó a la Administración republicana que proporcione una "notificación sustancial" antes de realizar cualquier expulsión a un tercer país.
(2026-02-26). Federación Cubana de Beisbol y Softbol denuncia negativas de visas para el Clásico Mundial. cubadebate.cu La Federación Cubana de Beisbol y Softbol precisó que Estados Unidos negó el visado a ocho integrantes de la delegación conformada para representar a Cuba en el VI Clásico Mundial de Beisbol. Tal decisión da la espalda a los más elementales preceptos del deporte y a los compromisos que asumen los países sede de certámenes de este tipo.
(2026-02-26). France and UK Plan to Supply Nuclear Weapons to Ukraine. globalresearch.ca Apparently, the Collective West continues trying to push the Ukrainian conflict to its ultimate consequences. Recently, Russian intelligence revealed the existence of a joint plan between France and the UK to send nuclear weapons to Ukraine. The objective of the …
(2026-02-26). Sunday 3/8: El Cerrito: Free America from Tyranny Protest. indybay.org 7000 El Cerrito Plaza | El Cerrito, CA, 94530 | BART: El Cerrito Plaza station…
(2026-02-26). US to allow Venezuelan oil sales to Cuba as alarm grows in the Caribbean. aljazeera.com US eases oil embargo on Cuba as Caribbean neighbours warn worsening humanitarian crisis could destabilise region.
(2026-02-26). UK far-right activist Tommy Robinson talks up US State Department visit. aljazeera.com Robinson is notorious in the UK where he has been accused of promoting hatred against Muslims and migrants.
(2026-02-26). Brazil's Supreme Court imposes steep sentences for Marielle Franco murder. aljazeera.com The shooting of Franco, an activist, raised questions about political violence and corruption in Brazil's government.
(2026-02-26). Former US F-35 fighter pilot arrested for training Chinese air force. aljazeera.com US Justice Department accuses former Air Force officer Gerald Brown of training Chinese military pilots.
(2026-02-26). North Korea's Kim Jong Un warns South Korea, says US should end hostility. aljazeera.com Kim emphasised that Pyongyang intends to cement its position on the global stage through its nuclear capabilities.
(2026-02-26). Death toll in Brazilian floods rises to 46 as rescuers continue search. aljazeera.com Emergency workers continue to search for missing residents of towns reeling from recent floods.
(2026-02-26). Hong Kong appeals court overturns Jimmy Lai's fraud conviction. aljazeera.com Surprise ruling comes weeks after the media mogul was convicted and jailed for 20 years on national security charges.
(2026-02-26). Six seats, big goals: What's next for Bangladesh's student-led NCP party? aljazeera.com From leading historic uprising to being junior partner in opposition alliance – the nascent party looks for a foothold.
(2026-02-26). Trump says lawmakers Ilhan Omar, Rashida Tlaib should be removed from US. aljazeera.com US President Donald Trump lashed out at two congresswomen after their protests during his State of the Union address.
(2026-02-26). Duterte's ICC pre-trial in The Hague: What prosecution, victims, defence say about the drug war. asiapacificreport.nz 
Did ex-president Rodrigo Duterte's actions merit an ICC trial? Here is how the prosecution, the victims' representatives, and the defence are presenting their cases during the pre-trial at the International Criminal Court. Report compiled by Rappler. By Jodesz Gavilan in Manila The confirmation of charges hearings at the International Criminal Court (ICC) kicked off on…
(2026-02-26). Inmates in critical condition after alleged attack by PNG corrections officers. asiapacificreport.nz By Johnny Blades, RNZ Pacific senior journalist A number of remand prisoners at Papua New Guinea's Bomana Prison have been injured in a confrontation with Correctional Services officers. Port Moresby General Hospital has confirmed to local media that nine inmates were rushed to hospital, and that two are in a critical condition. Sources at the…
(2026-02-26). Ex-U.S. Treasury chief Summers quits Harvard over Epstein ties. ecns.cn Former U.S. Treasury secretary Larry Summers resigned from his teaching post at Harvard University over his links to convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein, the Ivy League institution said on Wednesday.
(2026-02-26). U.S. to allow resale of Venezuelan oil to Cuba. ecns.cn The office said it will implement a "favorable licensing policy" toward specific license applications seeking authorization for the resale of Venezuelan origin oil to Cuba.
(2026-02-26). Hong Kong's new budget to propel high-quality growth with innovation, sound financial market. ecns.cn Hong Kong will build on the solid momentum of economic expansion to nurture sci-tech innovation as a new growth impetus, said Paul Chan, financial secretary of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region (HKSAR) government, while delivering the 2026-27 budget on Wednesday.
(2026-02-26). Chinese researchers develop AI model to process stellar data from different telescopes. ecns.cn It can predict stellar atmospheric parameters and elemental abundances in one go, perform spectral-similarity searches, and even help identify peculiar celestial objects.
(2026-02-26). Sixth round of Sino-U.S. trade talks expected. ecns.cn China and the United States are scheduled to hold their sixth round of trade talks in the near future, during which top negotiators from Beijing and Washington are expected to engage in candid discussions on the rapidly evolving tariff environment and explore new avenues for cooperation, analysts said.
(2026-02-26). Turkish F-16 fighter jet crashes, killing pilot. ecns.cn A Turkish F-16 fighter jet crashed in western Balikesir province early Wednesday, killing its pilot, according to the country's Ministry of National Defense.
(2026-02-26). Free trains and buses carry migrants back to work. ecns.cn Free trains and dedicated buses are helping a large number of migrant workers return to jobs after the Spring Festival holiday, especially those traveling from China's central and western regions to the eastern seaboard.
(2026-02-26). Why does learning to make Suo Noodle of Wudian feel like practicing Kung Fu for a foreign apprentice. ecns.cn Suo Noodle originates from Wudian Town, Yiwu City, and is called Wudian Suomian by people. Known for its long, slender strands—which echoes the idea of longevity and lasting good fortune—Wudian Suomian carries deep cultural meaning.
(2026-02-26). Two criminal gangs from northern Myanmar completely destroyed: China's supreme court. ecns.cn The two criminal gangs from Myanmar have been completely dismantled, the Supreme People's Court of China announced on Thursday.
(2026-02-26). Trump defies supreme court tariff ruling. ecns.cn U.S. President Donald Trump on Tuesday defied the Supreme Court's ruling that struck down his global tariffs. He said that U.S. trading partners "want to keep the deal that they already made … Knowing that the legal power that I as president have to make a new deal could be far worse for them."
(2026-02-26). Premier Li urges closer partnership with Berlin. ecns.cn Li highlighted that economic and trade cooperation between the two countries will have even broader prospects during China's 15th Five-Year Plan (2026-30) period.
(2026-02-26). Scientists in Australia develop blood test to predict head, neck cancer relapse. ecns.cn Scientists in Australia have developed a simple blood test that detects circulating tumor cells to pinpoint head and neck cancer patients at higher risk of relapse after surgery.
(2026-02-26). Consulate warns Chinese citizens against traveling to Japan following Osaka robbery incident. ecns.cn A Chinese national was robbed of a backpack containing 5 million yen (about $33,000) in cash by unidentified assailants in Osaka's Sumiyoshi Ward on Wednesday, with the suspect still at large, the Consulate-General of China in Osaka announced.
(2026-02-26). New gecko species discovered in Cambodia's nature reserve. ecns.cn A new species of bent-toed gecko has been discovered in Cambodia's renowned Kirirom National Park, said a joint press release seen on Wednesday.
(2026-02-26). Li: Partnership with Germany can help boost global growth. ecns.cn "This will enable us to consolidate our position in the world's largest automotive market with the clear goal of becoming the global technology driver of the automotive industry," he added.
(2026-02-26). French culture minister resigns to run for Paris mayor. ecns.cn French Culture Minister Rachida Dati announced on Wednesday that she has submitted her resignation to President Emmanuel Macron in order to focus on her campaign in the Paris municipal elections, with the first round scheduled for March 15.
(2026-02-26). China refutes false remarks made by Japan, other nations at 61st Session of Human Rights Council. ecns.cn China's representative firmly rejected false remarks made by Japan and a small number of other countries concerning China at the 61st session of the UN Human Rights Council on Wednesday in Geneva, Switzerland.
(2026-02-26). Spain plans to curb energy drink sales to minors. ecns.cn Spain will move to restrict the sale of energy drinks to minors, Consumer Affairs Minister Pablo Bustinduy said on Wednesday, as the government steps up efforts to protect children from unhealthy food and beverage .
(2026-02-26). Xi stresses need for more mutual trust. ecns.cn "The Chinese New Year celebrations continue until the Lantern Festival. Your visit during the Chinese New Year is just like friends and relatives visiting each other," Xi told the German guest.
(2026-02-26). Tariffs, rift dominate State of Union speech. ecns.cn United States President Donald Trump used his 2026 State of the Union address to portray his tariff agenda as the centerpiece of what he called a historic economic turnaround, dismissing a recent Supreme Court ruling against his approach while lashing out at Democrats for their refusal to applaud his policies.
(2026-02-26). China, Germany agree to deepen partnership, win-win cooperation in Xi-Merz meeting. ecns.cn Chinese President Xi Jinping meets with German Chancellor Friedrich Merz, who is on an official visit to China, at the Diaoyutai State Guesthouse in Beijing, capital of China, Feb. 25, 2026.
(2026-02-26). 75 years of diplomatic ties mark enduring friendship and shared progress: Pakistani Ambassador to China. ecns.cn Ahead of the 75th anniversary of diplomatic relations between Pakistan and China, Pakistan's Ambassador to China Khalil Hashmi hailed the bilateral ties as an "ironclad friendship" defined by deep strategic trust and decades of standing together "through thick and thin." | In an interview with China News Network in Beijing, Hashmi reflected on the two countries' long-standing partnership and outlined his vision for future cooperation.
(2026-02-26). Merz leads business delegation to China, signaling strong trade cooperation: MOC. ecns.cn German Chancellor Friedrich Merz led a high-level trade delegation during his first official visit to China, underscoring Germany's strong commitment to deepening bilateral trade cooperation, China's Ministry of Commerce said Tuesday.
(2026-02-26). Greece Under Fire for Law Targeting Aid Groups. hrw.org Click to expand Image | Protesters hold placards in solidarity with humanitarians who were still detained in Greece, November 18, 2021. | © 2021 Hesther Ng/SOPA Images via AP Photo | Led by Special Rapporteur on human rights defenders Mary Lawlor, five United Nations experts have issued a damning critique of Greece's latest attempt to criminalize human rights defenders working to support migrants, refugees, and asylum seekers.In a letter to the Greek government, made public on February 24, the experts warn that a new migration law adopted on February 5 "would impose unfair restrictions on the work of NGOs…
(2026-02-26). Respect for IHL supports fundamental human rights in the most extreme circumstances. icrc.org The following is a statement delivered by ICRC President Mirjana Spoljaric to the 61st session of the Human Rights Council in Geneva on 23 February 2025.
(2026-02-26). Philippines: Caring for conflict-affected people. icrc.org Facts and figures from January to December 2025…
(2026-02-26). Working Together to Respect Human Rights and Humanitarian Law. icrc.org This speech was delivered by Megan Rock, Head of the ICRC's Regional Delegation in the Pacific, at the Commonwealth Law Minister's Meeting on 11 February 2026 in Nadi, Fiji…
(2026-02-26). The ICRC activities in Russia and Belarus, 2025. icrc.org Facts and Figures…
(2026-02-26). Kasibante Petition: Supreme Court to rule on withdrawal today. independent.co.ug 
Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | The Supreme Court is set to deliver its long-awaited ruling today, Thursday, on an application by former presidential candidate Robert Kasibante seeking to withdraw his presidential election petition. The ruling notice, issued under the hand and seal of the Registrar on February 23, 2026, summons the respondents and their lawyers …
(2026-02-26). MTAC students face uncertainty after merger. independent.co.ug 
Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Students at the Management Training and Advisory Centre (MTAC) are facing growing uncertainty following the institution's merger with Nakawa Vocational Training College. Learners say they have not had any lectures for two weeks into the 2026 academic calendar. They report that administrative offices have remained closed. MTAC was repealed and …
(2026-02-26). Tanqueray, Mami Deb an Exclusive Bridgerton Viewing Party: Who's in and Who's watching from home? independent.co.ug 
Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | It is salary week and in the streets of Kampala, that can only mean one thing: the gents are ready to spend, and the ladies of the ton are stepping out in full force. But while the rest of us are still deciding which soirée deserves our presence, Mami …
(2026-02-26). Can Iran's Missiles Undermine the Geneva Nuclear Talks? moderndiplomacy.eu As Iran and the United States prepare for a new round of nuclear negotiations in Geneva on Thursday, Tehran's extensive ballistic missile program remains a central point of tension. While Iranian officials insist their missiles serve purely defensive purposes, Western powers view the arsenal as both a destabilizing regional force and a potential delivery system …
(2026-02-26). Democrat Accuses DOJ of Hiding Trump-Epstein Allegation Documents. moderndiplomacy.eu A senior Democratic lawmaker in Congress has accused the U.S. Justice Department of withholding FBI interviews with a woman who alleged that Donald Trump sexually abused her as a minor. The interviews were reportedly excluded from the public release of more than three million documents connected to the late financier and convicted sex offender Jeffrey …
(2026-02-26). Kim Jong Un Pledges Nuclear Expansion as North Korea Congress Ends. moderndiplomacy.eu Kim Jong Un vowed to expand North Korea's nuclear arsenal and strengthen its capabilities, according to state media KCNA. Speaking at the conclusion of the ruling Workers' Party's Ninth Congress, Kim emphasized that the country's international standing had "risen extraordinarily" and promised to focus on projects to increase warhead numbers and operational means. Think tank …
(2026-02-26). Japan's Digital Infrastructure and the Growing Demand for Unlimited Mobile Data Among International Visitors. moderndiplomacy.eu Japan is one of those spots on the map of the planet Earth where infrastructure and digital innovation are closely connected. The country considers technology as an instrument of national competitiveness. For the last few years, this approach has extended, bringing revolution to Japan digital infrastructure, and exceeding expectations not only of citizens but also …
(2026-02-26). Europe Demands Stronger Yuan as China Seeks Trade Embrace. moderndiplomacy.eu Friedrich Merz, Germany's chancellor, visited Xi Jinping in Beijing this week, underscoring Europe's growing role in China's global trade strategy amid tensions with the United States. With EU-China trade deals frozen over uncertainty around U.S. tariffs, Europe is pressing Beijing on a core demand: allow the yuan to rise against the euro to level the …
(2026-02-26). US and Ukraine Discuss $800 Billion Post-War Reconstruction in Geneva. moderndiplomacy.eu Ukraine and United States officials met in Geneva on Thursday to discuss post-war reconstruction, including a proposed "prosperity package" of funding to rebuild Ukraine's economy, even as peace negotiations with Russia remain stalled. The U.S. delegation, led by Special Envoy Steve Witkoff and presidential adviser Jared Kushner, convened the Ukrainian team to outline financing plans. …
(2026-02-26). UNICEF Warns of Civilian Deaths in Myanmar Air Strikes. moderndiplomacy.eu The United Nations children's agency UNICEF expressed deep concern over recent air strikes in Myanmar that reportedly killed dozens of civilians, including children. Rebel group Arakan Army and local media reported that paramotors dropped bombs on a village in central Sagaing on Monday, while a fighter jet struck a market in Rakhine state the following …
(2026-02-26). Rare Earth Squeeze Deepens for U.S. Aerospace and Chipmakers. moderndiplomacy.eu Suppliers to U.S. aerospace and semiconductor companies are facing worsening shortages of key rare earth elements, even after a temporary easing of trade tensions between Washington and Beijing. The squeeze comes just weeks before President Donald Trump is expected to meet Chinese President Xi Jinping in Beijing for a high-stakes summit. The bottleneck centers on …
(2026-02-26). Activists plan 200-boat flotilla to break Gaza blockade. newarab.com 
Pro-Palestinian activists, in coordination with civil society organisations, have announced plans to launch a The initiative brings together the Freedom Flotilla and the "Caravan of Steadfastness" in what organisers say will be a Bà…
(2026-02-26). US officials warn of Iran 'threat' to the US ahead of talks. newarab.com 
US and Iranian negotiators are due to meet in Geneva on Thursday, the third round of nuclear talks this year, as the US has built up one of its biggest military deployments in the Middle East ahead of possible strikes on the Islamic…
(2026-02-26). Polls open in close Gorton and Denton by-election battle. newarab.com 
Polls opened Thursday in a crunch vote for Britain's ruling Labour party that is expected to highlight growing support for the Defeat for the
(2026-02-26). Iraq arrests 17 over 'forced recruitment' for Russian army. newarab.com 
(2026-02-26). Countries issue regional travel advisories over US-Iran tensions. newarab.com 
(2026-02-26). US mediator to present 'gradual disarmament' plan to Hamas. newarab.com 
He also said that there was a proposal to integrate Hamas's police force with security forces belonging to
(2026-02-26). Israeli settlers burn tents, vehicles in West Bank's Susiya. newarab.com 
Israeli settlers set fire to vehicles and tents in the Palestinian village of Videos verified by Reuters showed a masked group of men, who residents said were Israeli settlers, approaching the village near the city of Hebron, and later burning vehicles and Palestinian pro…
(2026-02-26). Turkish F-16 crashed while investigating radar signal. newarab.com 
A During the incident, which took place very early on Wednesday, the
(2026-02-26). British far-right figure Robinson visits US State Department. newarab.com 
British anti-Islam activist "In America making alliances & friendships, today I had the privilege of an invite to the @StateDept," Robinson, 42, said in an X post. | Robinson, whose real name is Stephen Yaxley-Lennon, has become a flag-bearer for some British far-right sympathisers and one of Britain's most high-profile anti-migration campaigners, or…
(2026-02-26). MEPs calls for EU sanctions over Israel's death penalty bill. newarab.com 
(2026-02-26). Libyan pro-Haftar soldiers captured on Niger border freed: army. newarab.com 
The army of eastern Libyan strongman The The border area between Libya and Niger has seen relatively frequent attacks on Haftar's forces, wh…
(2026-02-26). A world of flavour this Ramadan at The Great Chase >. newarab.com 
For many, it is also a time of reflection, offering Muslims the chance to contemplate their own lives, connect with their community, and grow closer to their faith, while also providing an opportunity for Muslim-owned businesses to showcase their talents during the holy month. | One such business is
(2026-02-26). Iran university suspends three students for burning flag. newarab.com 
A major Pro- and a…
(2026-02-26). Iraq to settle PM nominee next week after reported US deadline. newarab.com 
Iraq's ruling Shia Coordination Framework will decide next week who it will This decision follows growing concerns among Iraqis…
(2026-02-26). Iran presents draft proposal, seeks compromise on nuclear issue. newarab.com 
Iran has presented its proposals ahead of the The Omani-mediated discussions began in Geneva on Thursday, involving US envoy Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner from the American side, and Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi representing According to Oman's state-run Oman News Agency, Tehran has submitted its "views and pro…
(2026-02-26). Climate change fuelled deadly rainstorms in Morocco, Iberia. newarab.com 
(2026-02-26). Homeland Security buys up large warehouses across US for ICE. newarab.com 
The This new phase of immigration detention is expected to be completed by the end of the 2026 fiscal year, increasing bed capacity to 92,600. These facilities are scheduled to be activated by November 2026. | This comes as the US Immigration and Customs Enforcement's approval is at a <...
(2026-02-26). Israel annexing West Bank at 'unprecedented' rate: Amnesty. newarab.com 
Amnesty International on Thursday blasted Israel for its "unprecedented" construction of Amnesty said that Israel was expanding its illegal settlements at an unprecedented scale and speed, pointing out that it had recently authorised a record number of settlements while expanding existing ones and passing a law allowing the registration of West Bank land as Israeli sta…
(2026-02-26). IMF completes Egypt reviews, unlocking about $2.3 billion. newarab.com 
The The IMF said
(2026-02-26). Grey Anderson: Primacy's Calculus. newleftreview.org Grey Anderson on Edward Luce, Zbig. Biography of Brzezinski, updating the American strategist and Russia hawk for present needs.
(2026-02-26). Pierre Vesperini: Government of the Past. newleftreview.org If the past is always that of a certain present, what are the conditions for avoiding the subordination of public history to self-interested origin stories, or the consignment of past infamies to oblivion? Who belongs in public memory, and who not? Reflections on the political use and abuse of popular historiography.
(2026-02-26). Anders Stephanson & George Kennan: Stephanson—Kennan Correspondence. newleftreview.org An inter-generational exchange between one of the Cold War's originating thinkers and a young Marxist scholar studying his work. Problems of American foreign policy, definitions of the national interest, the Soviet Union and the containment doctrine and the independent development of political discourse among the subjects under consideration.
(2026-02-26). Kevin Cox: South Africa In History's Shadow. newleftreview.org Why is South Africa seemingly still mired in the income and spatial segregation patterns of the apartheid era? Standard explanations focus on the ANC, either as too neoliberal or too statist. Kevin Cox looks instead at the making of classes—and expropriation of African farmers—in conditions of globalization's labour shock.
(2026-02-26). Cédric Durand: Michel Aglietta. newleftreview.org A tribute to the founder of the Parisian Regulation School of heterodox economics, with its striking combination of elite statistical training, rich conceptualizations and long-range economic history. Michel Aglietta's singular trajectory traced from radicalization in Algeria and 1960s Marxism to studies of China and green modelling.
(2026-02-26). Nic Johnson: What The Thunder Said. newleftreview.org Nic Johnson on Melinda Cooper, Counterrevolution. Neoliberalism as programme to head off the radical potential of the Keynesian state.
(2026-02-26). Ryan Ruby: Wikipedia and the Novel. newleftreview.org Derogatory references to wiki-novels abound in contemporary literary criticism, as authors parade their characters' pseudo-erudition. But might these be signs of an iPhone era 'regime of perception'? Dazzling reconsideration of the relation between the novel and the encyclopaedia, from Sterne and Melville to Rachel Kushner and Sally Rooney.
(2026-02-26). Death by a thousand bureaucuts. onlineopinion.com.au When forecasts fail and rulebooks quadruple, maybe it's time to ask who's steering the ship.
(2026-02-26). One battle after another and the seduction of endless struggle. onlineopinion.com.au Resistance can be enjoyed. Endurance can replace change. Žižek and Badiou on our politics of repetition.
(2026-02-26). Is China really testing nuclear weapons? responsiblestatecraft.org The Trump administration has accused China of secretly testing a nuclear weapon in 2020. The group that monitors nuclear tests worldwide, the Comprehensive Nuclear-Test-Ban Treaty Organization (CTBTO),
(2026-02-26). Could Hungary's fight over oil change course of Ukraine War? responsiblestatecraft.org The EU's plan to impose its
(2026-02-26). Trump's America vs Europe's Reality: A New Era of Transatlantic Tension. thinktank.pk the geopolitical landscape between the United States and Europe entered a critical phase. President Donald Trump's State of the Union address — the longest in American history — sent ripples across the Atlantic, prompting European policymakers, analysts, and the public to reassess the future of the transatlantic relationship. What European leaders and citizens took away …
(2026-02-26). Is Europe Ready for a Nuclear Conversation? Macron Thinks So. thinktank.pk In a high-stakes moment for European security, Emmanuel Macron is set to deliver a major new speech outlining France's contribution to Europe's nuclear deterrence, reflecting deep shifts in the geopolitical landscape and growing debate over Europe's defence autonomy. This latest policy initiative comes as Europe contends with the continued war in Ukraine, rapidly advancing Russian …
(2026-02-26). Why Japan and China Are Heading Toward a Dangerous Standoff. thinktank.pk Japan's government has revealed that medium-range surface-to-air missiles will be stationed on Yonaguni Island, a small but strategically significant territory located just about 110 km (68 miles) from Taiwan, by March 2031, according to defence officials. Defence Minister Shinjiro Koizumi confirmed that the decision is part of broader efforts to enhance Japan's air defence capabilities …
(2026-02-26). Trade unions hold town hall at George Mason University: University workers need independent organization, not appeals to Democrats. wsws.org The "Virginia Labor Coalition" meeting at GMU seeks to tie workers to Democrats and unions while suppressing broader struggles over wages and democratic rights in the face of the Trump administration's assault on democracy.
(2026-02-26). Australia: Victorian Labor government hands police expanded stop-and-search powers. wsws.org Such police-state powers mark a further shift to the right by Labor governments, seeking to crush dissent.
(2026-02-26). Report on impact of AI triggers market turmoil. wsws.org A hypothetical scenario set out by the research firm Citrini "tapped into a new strain of fears about AI."
(2026-02-26). Palestinian Nerdeen Kiswani files civil rights lawsuit against Zionist Betar USA under Ku Klux Klan Act. wsws.org Kiswani's suit alleges that the violent far-right group has been targeting her for over a year, including by supplying her name to the Trump administration for deportation.
(2026-02-26). With US imperialist war machine in position, Trump menaces Iran in State of the Union speech. wsws.org The absence of any expression of popular opposition to the war reflects both the backing among the European imperialist powers and broad support among the privileged middle class "left" for a "regime change" operation led by Washington.
(2026-02-26). Former Fiji PM Bainimarama arrested on charges of inciting mutiny. wsws.org The renewed legal offensive against Bainimarama is an expression of intensifying factional struggles amid Fiji's growing social crisis.
(2026-02-26). South Australian election: Labor government campaigns on support for property developers, austerity and militarism. wsws.org The March 21 state election will resolve nothing for workers and young people.
(2026-02-26). The Socialist Equality Party replies to Trump's fascist address to Congress. wsws.org In the United States, where the capitalist two-party system has been in place for 150 years, all those genuinely opposed to the policies and interests of the ruling class are denied the right to address the people. However, if the Socialist Equality Party had been given the opportunity to deliver a televised rebuttal, not only to Trump's State of the Union Address but also to the Democrats' reply, this is what we would have said.
(2026-02-26). Hanau shooting memorial highlights political shift to the right in Germany's political establishment. wsws.org On the sixth anniversary of the racist terror attack, the families of the victims warn of the rise of the far-right Alternative for Germany (AfD) and the "fascistic escalation" in the US. At the same time, the establishment parties are distancing themselves from such commemorations.
(2026-02-26). 30,000 LA school support workers overwhelmingly vote to strike. wsws.org With the previous vote by teachers, some 65,000 Los Angeles Unified School District employees are poised to strike.