(2026-04-21). Irán no aceptará negociaciones con EEUU bajo amenazas. radiohc.cu El presidente del Parlamento iraní, Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf advirtió este lunes que desde Teherán están preparados ´para mostrar nuevas cartas en el campo de batalla ª, ante las amenazas del presidente de Estados Unidos, Donald Trump. | En su cuenta de X, el máximo representante del legislativo escribió: Trump, al imponer un bloqueo y violar el alto el fuego, pretende convertir esta mesa de negociaciones —en su propia imaginación— en una mesa de rendición o justificar una nueva escalada bélica ª. | Recalcó que la nación persa no aceptará negociaciones ´bajo la amenaza de la vio…
(2026-04-21). Global fallout grows over Israeli soldier smashing Jesus statue in Lebanon. aljazeera.com Outrage continues to grow over the Israeli soldier who was photographed desecrating a statue of Jesus Christ in Lebanon.
(2026-04-21). Mass arrests in Brisbane add to repression of anti-genocide protests in Australia. wsws.org The arrests of 22 demonstrators in Brisbane follow police raids conducted by the state Labor governments in New South Wales and Victoria.
(2026-04-21). Did Iran ever Really Have a Nuclear Weapons Program? juancole.com Interview of Dr. Mehran Mostafavi by Fariba Amini : | In a resolution against nuclear war initiated by philosopher Bertrand Russell and endorsed by Albert Einstein just a week before his death, they wrote: "We appeal, as human beings, to human beings, remember your humanity and forget the rest. If you do so, the way lies open to a new paradise; if you cannot, there lies before you the risk of universal death." — July 1955, letter addressed to President Roosevelt, the Russel-Einstein Manifesto | Dr. Mehran Mostafavi* is a nuclear expert who teaches at some of the most prestigious institutions in Fr…
(2026-04-21). A connecting link between Trump and Epstein: Who is Paolo Zampolli? wsws.org The emergence of figures like Zampolli signals the consolidation of oligarchic domination over political life and the decay of democratic rule.
(2026-04-21). Iran's bold Hormuz u-turn arm-twists Trump: Will seized ship backfire as oil skyrockets to $95. hindustantimes.com The world's most critical oil chokepoint is back in the spotlight, but this time, it's not just about supply. As tensions escalate around the Strait of Hormuz, one question is beginning to dominate: is this a temporary shock, or the start of a much bigger energy crisis? At the center of it all is a rapidly intensifying confrontation between the United States and Iran. A seized vessel, a tightening blockade, and a sudden reversal on reopening one of the world's busiest shipping lanes, each move has sent markets into a spiral. Oil prices are swinging, gas futures are jumping, and global investors are watching every…
(2026-04-21). Trump's apocalyptic rhetoric echoes nuclear annihilation. onlineopinion.com.au Trump's warning that 'a whole civilization will die tonight' was more than bluster-it was a reckless invocation of nuclear destruction that shattered diplomatic norms and reignited questions about his fitness to command American power.
(2026-04-21). Iran psychological warfare from Putin's capital? Trump gets contradictory signals amid ship seizure. hindustantimes.com Iran's envoy in Moscow is trying to project calm at a very tense moment, insisting that despite the U.S. seizure of an Iranian cargo ship, commercial traffic can still safely move through the Strait of Hormuz under Tehran's protection. He points to what he calls a new legal and security framework for navigation, saying Iran now guarantees safe passage for ships that coordinate with its authorities, even as navies and insurers grow more nervous about the conflict spilling over. His comments, carried by Russian and regional media, land just as Washington's dramatic boarding and capture of the Iranian‚Ä&e…
(2026-04-21). Xi says normal passage through Strait of Hormuz should be maintained. ecns.cn Chinese President Xi Jinping on Monday said normal passage through the Strait of Hormuz should be maintained.
(2026-04-21). Can Iran protect friendly shipping? Attack on Indian tankers raises safety questions. scmp.com Iran's firing on two Indian-flagged oil tankers in the Strait of Hormuz has raised fresh questions about how far Tehran can protect even friendly shipping as the conflict pushes closer to maritime chaos. | The attack, which took place on Saturday, has been especially awkward for Iran because New Delhi is not an adversary and still maintains working ties with Tehran, including renewed oil purchases in recent weeks under a temporary US sanctions waiver.
(2026-04-21). Iran is sending mixed signals as Trump threatens war to advance cease-fire talks. haaretz.com If no breakthrough is reached in negotiations, the cease-fire is expected to expire on Tuesday night — and Trump has already warned of the consequences of renewed fighting. Meanwhile, reports are surfacing of a growing internal rift in Tehran between the Revolutionary Guard and the political leadership ‚ñ Netanyahu continues to leak his assessment, or perhaps his wish, that the talks are on the verge of collapse…
(2026-04-21). Israel declares Iran missiles finished, but the timing looks like damage control ahead of US meet. hindustantimes.com
(2026-04-21). Vance to travel to Pakistan on Tuesday for Iran talks, reports says. haaretz.com
(2026-04-21). US seizes Iran-bound ship from China in Arabian Sea. wsws.org Less than 48 hours remain before the expiration of a ceasefire, which could lead to resumption of full-scale US bombing of Iran.
(2026-04-21). 3 arrested after arson attack on London-based Iran International. CPJ Staff
(2026-04-21). Iran's 10-Point Plan is Still a Workable basis for Talks. juancole.com ( On April 8, the US and Iran began a two week ceasefire, after Trump accepted a ten point peace plan drawn up by Iran as "a workable basis on whic…
(2026-04-21). Mojtaba flips script on Trump, still calling shots against US despite weeks of 'badly hurt' talk. hindustantimes.com Iran's new Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei reportedly suffered only a minor leg injury in the February 28 strike that killed his father, according to a senior Iranian official cited by Iran International, pushing back on earlier reports that he had been badly wounded or was out of action.
(2026-04-21). US, Iran warn ready for war as talks in limbo. newarab.com 
The United States and Iran on Monday each warned they were The White House said Vice President
(2026-04-21). Israeli tanks open fire towards the eastern areas of Khan Younis city in the southern Gaza Strip. ecns.cn Israeli tanks open fire towards the eastern areas of Khan Younis city in the southern Gaza Strip.-Palestinian media.
(2026-04-21). New Book by Anarchist / Anti-Imperialist Political Prisoner Casey Goonan. indybay.org Lines in the Sand: Writings on the Gaza Solidarity Encampment & Campus Flood at U.C. Berkeley from an Anarchist Pris ≠oner of War by Casey Goonan…
(2026-04-21). Tuesday 4/28: Human Billboard for Gaza ! indybay.org Adeline-Alcatraz-MLK intersection by Milyar Cafe, Berkeley…
(2026-04-21). Thursday 4/23: Power Half-Hour for Gaza. indybay.org Zoom | http: //jvp.org/gazaph…
(2026-04-21). Israel hindering Gaza aid access despite court ruling, says NGO. newarab.com 
(2026-04-21). EU must suspend agreement with Israel over Gaza, West Bank violations. CPJ Staff
(2026-04-21). CPJ, partners file emergency motion to Israeli Supreme Court seeking independent media access to Gaza. jpost.com
(2026-04-21). Morning milk tea in Yangon, afternoon hotpot in Chongqing: city weaves a denser 'Air Silk Road'. ecns.cn With the new direct passenger flight launched at the end of 2025, people in Myanmar can now enjoy morning tea in Yangon and afternoon hotpot in Chongqing.
(2026-04-21). Scam messages offering ships safe transit through Hormuz, warns security firm. geo.tv 
(2026-04-21). Apple says Tim Cook to become executive chairman, John Ternus next CEO. ecns.cn Apple said Monday that CEO Tim Cook will become executive chairman of the company's board of directors, while John Ternus, Apple's senior vice-president of hardware engineering, will become the company's next CEO effective Sept 1, 2026.
(2026-04-21). Palace and West Ham Draw in Mid-table clash in English Football. radiohc.cu Havana, April 20 (RHC) — Crystal Palace and West Ham drew 0-0 today in the 33rd round of the English Premier League. | Crystal Palace, stuck in 13th place in the English league, failed to capitalize on their home advantage at Selhurst Park to secure three points and continue their poor run of form after a defeat in their previous match. | In the seventh minute, the home side's center forward, Jorge Strand Larsen, had a chance to open the scoring with a right-footed shot from the edge of the box, but his effort went wide. | In the minutes that followed, West Ham began attacking Dean Henderson's goal with shot…
(2026-04-21). Second Chinese-built large cruise ship to sail soon. ecns.cn Adora Cruises, a Chinese flagship cruise company, unveiled its latest products and inaugural itineraries for its second Chinese-built large cruise ship in Guangzhou, capital of Guangdong province, on Monday, aiming to further promote cruise culture and expand its presence in the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area.
(2026-04-21). Global Sumud Flotilla disrupts cargo ship bound for Israel. aljazeera.com Activists with the Global Sumud Flotilla have disrupted a cargo ship they say carried materials for Israeli weapons.
(2026-04-21). Israeli man stabs wife to death, seriously wounds her 9-year-old son. haaretz.com Police say the 39-year-old suspect stabbed his wife to death and seriously wounded her son, calling emergency services afterwards. According to a Haaretz tally, 95 people have been murdered in Israel since the start of 2026, including eight women.
(2026-04-21). What's wrong with the image? (The big retirement lie?). onlineopinion.com.au Half of retirees have under $250k in super. Most rely on the pension. The reality of ageing in Australia is far from comfortable.
(2026-04-21). Mozambican president visits Qinghai Province to learn clean energy industry. ecns.cn President of the Republic of Mozambique Daniel Francisco Chapo leads a delegation to visit the Clean Energy and Green Computing Dispatching Center in Qinghai Province on April 19, 2026, where he learns about the province's advantages in clean energy resources and the development of its green computing industry.
(2026-04-21). PLA warns Japan after Strait transit. ecns.cn The provocative action by Japan in the Taiwan Strait will elicit resolute and strong responses from China's People's Liberation Army, according to military affairs observers.
(2026-04-21). France probes alleged illicit cash flight from Lebanon. newarab.com 
The probe is the latest in France to look into alleged corruption linked to the
(2026-04-21). Friday 6/19: 2026 Liberation Paddle Out. indybay.org Cowells Beach Santa Cruz…
(2026-04-21). Resistance to Trump is Organizing in Marin San Geronimo Valley. indybay.org Indivisiblesvg.com is now holding regular protest actions…
(2026-04-21). Monday 5/11: Community Dinner for East Bay Activists + Radical US History Quiz Contest. indybay.org 1924 Cedar Street in Berkeley…
(2026-04-21). 42,000 University of California workers prepare to strike. wsws.org UC workers confront soaring living costs and worsening conditions, as past contracts expose the need to wrest control from the union bureaucracy.
(2026-04-21). Workers Struggles: The Americas. wsws.org Teachers carried out a one-day strike over medical benefits in several major cities across Colombia last week, while 5,500 municipal workers in Montreal struck for three days to protest stalled contract negotiations.
(2026-04-21). Lufthansa closes regional carrier CityLine with immediate effect: An act of top-down class war. wsws.org With the immediate closure of its regional carrier CityLine, Lufthansa has immediately suspended around 1,300 pilots, stewards and stewardesses, and technical and other personnel.
(2026-04-21). County blends preservation with tourism-led economic growth. ecns.cn Over the past two years, Chusum county in the Xizang autonomous region has made steady progress in cultural tourism development, drawing on its rich heritage and unique plateau landscapes to attract visitors and improve local livelihoods. At the center of this transformation is the Lhagyari Palaces, a site of deep historical significance that now plays a growing role in the local economy.
(2026-04-21). Friday 5/1: Weekly Friday Banner Drop for Palestine. indybay.org 598 University Ave, Berkeley, CA…
(2026-04-21). Saturday 5/2: Anarchist-Utopian Potluck Picnic. indybay.org LAKE MERRITT (OAKLAND) BY THE PERGOLA, NEAR THE E-BIKE RACKS…
(2026-04-21). Technofacism? Why Palantir's pro-West 'manifesto' has critics alarmed. aljazeera.com Palantir's 'manifesto' has been described as an 'AI-driven threat to humanity's existence' and 'technofascism'.
(2026-04-21). Big Brother and the Israel Advocacy Machine. juancole.com (
(2026-04-21). Mozambican president visits Qinghai Province in NW China. ecns.cn President of the Republic of Mozambique Daniel Francisco Chapo leads a delegation to visit Banyan Village, Huzhu Tu Autonomous County, Haidong City, in northwest China's Qinghai Province, April 19, 2026.
(2026-04-21). Japan's drill role stirs unease. ecns.cn Japans plan to join a United States-Philippine military drill is raising questions over how the Association of Southeast Asian Nations can safeguard its neutrality and preserve its centrality, analysts say.
(2026-04-21). EU to host Taliban officials for talks on deporting Afghans. newarab.com 
The European Union has been working on plans to deport those with no right to stay in the bloc back to
(2026-04-21). Energy sector shows resilience in Q1. ecns.cn Chinas energy sector demonstrated remarkable resilience and strategic depth in the first quarter of the year, with production of coal, crude oil, natural gas and electricity all hitting record highs for the period.
(2026-04-21). Thursday 4/23: Virtual Town Hall with Jeff Fauntleroy Sr. for Congress. indybay.org Zoom | www.drjefffordistrict13.org/events.html…
(2026-04-21). Borneo fire devastates thousands of Malaysia's poorest people. wsws.org This tragedy underscores the plight of hundreds of thousands of working-class people living in slum settlements in both the Malaysian and Indonesian parts of Borneo.
(2026-04-21). Trump's Labor Secretary Lori Chavez-DeRemer latest to leave administration. aljazeera.com Chavez-DeRemer leaves the Trump administration after the recent departures of Kristi Noem and Pam Bondi.
(2026-04-21). Friday 5/1: San Francisco May Day Rally. indybay.org Civic Center Plaza, San Francisco…
(2026-04-21). From the Landing at Leidesdorff to Leidesdorff Plaza our Golden Jubilee comes to life. indybay.org Honorable William Alexander Leidesdorff, Jr. lived an amazing adventurous life serving as rhe "African Founding Father of California" May 1966, the Negro Museum and Library Association dedicated Leidesdorff Plaza. Together, we will celebrate a Diamond Jubilee and preserve authentic California History.
(2026-04-21). Sable in Noncompliance With Preliminary Injunction Blocking Santa Barbara Oil Pipeline Restart. indybay.org SANTA BARBARA, Calif., April 17, 2026 — A Santa Barbara Superior Court judge today rejected Sable Offshore Corp.'s request to rescind a preliminary injunction prohibiting the restart of an oil pipeline system on the California coast until and unless specific conditions were met. The company restarted the pipeline in March, despite the injunction.
(2026-04-21). Saturday 6/13: 35th Santa Cruz Juneteenth. indybay.org Laurel Park, 301 Center St., Santa Cruz…
(2026-04-21). Preventing resurrection of militarism is Japan's due obligation: FM spokesperson. ecns.cn Preventing the resurrection of militarism is Japan's due obligation and the strong will of the international community, a Chinese foreign ministry spokesperson said at a regular press conference on Monday.
(2026-04-21). CJ McCollum, Hawks rally late to shock Knicks in Game 2 of NBA playoffs. aljazeera.com Led by guard McCollum, the Atlanta Hawks staged a late comeback to upset New York Knicks to tie their series 1-1.
(2026-04-21). Comicomment: U.S. threatens NATO exit, escalating alliance tensions. ecns.cn If Washington scales back its commitments while pressing Europe to assume more—and hints at an exit—it risks removing a cornerstone of the alliance. This could trigger a chain reaction, placing the transatlantic framework under mounting strain and raising the possibility that an already fragile organization could ultimately unravel.
(2026-04-21). Facebook Takes Down Indybay Post re: Chevron Picket in Oakland. indybay.org Chevron asked Facebook to take down a post on Indybay's Facebook page about this month's Chevron picket on Telegraph Ave in Oakland, claiming an alleged violation of Chevron's trademark. Chevron is full of legal hot air – fair use of a trademark is permitted for purposes of commentary and criticism, but Facebook nonetheless complied with Chevron's take down demand and sent this notice to Indybay:…
(2026-04-21). Trump says extension of ceasefire with Iran 'highly unlikely'. ecns.cn US President Donald Trump said on Monday it is "highly unlikely" he would extend a two-week ceasefire with Iran if a deal is not reached before it ends this week, according to a Bloomberg report.
(2026-04-21). Friday 5/1: Oakland Sin Fronteras: International Workers' Day March & Resource Fair. indybay.org Fruitvale Plaza, 3401 E 12th St, Oakland…
(2026-04-21). Pentagon rift highlights tensions in U.S. defense leadership. ecns.cn A recent disagreement between U.S. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth and Army Secretary Dan Driscoll has brought Washington's internal power struggles back into the spotlight, following recent personnel decisions and public remarks that exposed divisions within the Pentagon.
(2026-04-21). Monday 4/20: No Monarchs Monday: Weekly Protest at Tesla in San Francisco. indybay.org At the Tesla Dealership, 999 Van Ness (corner of Van Ness and O'Farrell), San Francisco…
(2026-04-21). The "Global Progressive Mobilization" : A bankrupt spectacle in Barcelona. wsws.org The weekend conference was a bogus defense of democracy by parties and government leaders who have facilitated the rise of the fascist threat they claim to oppose.
(2026-04-21). Japan lifts ban on lethal weapons exports in major shift of pacifist policy. aljazeera.com Japan could soon sell weapons overseas, including fighter jets, in a shift from its decades-old pacifist policy.
(2026-04-21). Animal rights activists storm Dane County dog breeding facility. indybay.org Hundreds of animal rights activists raided a controversial Wisconsin dog breeding and testing facility in Dane county Saturday morning, one day ahead of the expected protest.
(2026-04-21). Apple's Tim Cook to step down as CEO, John Ternus named successor. ptcnews.tv Apple CEO resigns: Apple has appointed John Ternus as its next CEO, signaling a significant leadership shift as long-time chief Tim Cook steps down after 15 years. | Ternus, who has spent 25 years at Apple and currently heads hardware engineering, will take over from September 1. Cook—credited with expanding Apple's market value by $3.6 trillion during his tenure—will transition to the role of executive chairman. He has led the company since 2011, succeeding co-founder Steve Jobs, who resigned due to health issues before his death. | At 50, Ternus joined Apple in 2001 and has been a key figure behind…
(2026-04-21). Effort targets irregular stock selloffs. ecns.cn China is intensifying its crackdown on irregular share disposals by listed companies' major shareholders, as new draft rules seek to reduce enforcement discretion, enhance market fairness and improve investor protections, officials and experts said.
(2026-04-21). Federal prosecutors seize on California warehouse fire to criminalize anti-capitalist opposition. wsws.org Authorities have not officially confirmed a motive, but video posted by warehouse worker Chamel Abdulkarim points to anger over low wages and poor working conditions behind the Ontario, California, fire.
(2026-04-21). 1 Chinese national missing after falling overboard near South Korea's Jeju. ecns.cn A Chinese national remains missing, after falling overboard from a cruise ship near South Korea's Jeju Island on Monday, according to the Chinese Consulate General in Jeju.
(2026-04-21). FMLN expresses solidarity with Cuba amid U.S. threats of aggression. radiohc.cu The Secretary General of the Farabundo Martí National Liberation Front (FMLN), Manuel "Chino" Flores, expressed his solidarity with the Cuban people, who are threatened with imperialist aggression from the United States. | In a press conference in San Salvador, Flores stated that the island suffers a criminal blockade, a people who aspire to a better life, with health and education, and who, despite the restrictions and aggressions, have a healthcare system capable of serving the entire world with medical brigades, as demonstrated during the pandemic when they were even able to produce vaccines. | "We will always…
(2026-04-21). Six women win 2026 Goldman prize, world's top environmental award. aljazeera.com First all-women cohort of winners hails from Colombia, Nigeria, Papua New Guinea, South Korea, the UK and the US.
(2026-04-21). Friday 4/24: Virtual Action Hour for Palestine. indybay.org Zoom | afsc.org/events/action-hour-palestine…
(2026-04-21). US Air Force's A-10 Warthog jet spared retirement even after reported loss near Iran. geo.tv 
Staff Sergeant Keith Haas of the US Air Force adjusts equipment on an A-10 Warthog warplane at Bagram Air Base, north of Kabul April 17, 2002. — ReutersExtension preserves combat power, says USAF secretary.Arizona Sen Mark Kelly has fought to avert A-10's retirement.USAF warns A-10s…
(2026-04-21). Smart factories power China's growth rebound. ecns.cn Walk into a mid-sized electronics factory in Shenzhen today, and you might not find the assembly line workers you expected. Instead, robotic arms move with eerie precision, artificial intelligence-driven quality inspection cameras scan components at speeds no human eye can match, and a digital dashboard tracks every unit from raw material to finished product in real time. This is not a vision of the future; it is the present, and it is quietly reshaping what "Made in China" means for the global economy.
(2026-04-21). A stone testament to enduring ties>. ecns.cn The Lhagyari Palaces in Chusum county, Xizang autonomous region, stand as magnificent historical landmarks that reflect centuries of cultural exchange and ethnic integration between Tibetan chieftains and the central dynasties, according to historians and scholars.
(2026-04-21). Porto Alegre Conference: How not to fight fascism. wsws.org Far from representing a step forward in the construction of an international movement against fascism and war, the Porto Alegre Conference was a political platform for blocking the development of a revolutionary and independent struggle by the working class.
(2026-04-21). "We do have the money to pay for education. Unfortunately, it's been funneled away to pay for wars" : California Little Lake teachers walk out. wsws.org The strike by more than 200 Little Lake educators is part of a broader rebellion by teachers and school workers against poverty wages, healthcare cuts, overcrowded classrooms and the sabotage of struggles by the union bureaucracy.
(2026-04-21). Algeria's ex-minister of industry jailed in high-profile corruption case. aljazeera.com Former minister among several people jailed in corruption case that saw prison sentences of between three and 10 years.
(2026-04-21). Israeli police arrest two ultra-Orthodox Jews for removing Israeli flags. aljazeera.com Two ultra-Orthodox Jews tore down Israeli flags in Beit Shemesh, before being arrested by Israeli authorities.
(2026-04-21). U.S. singer D4vd charged with murder over teen girl's death. ecns.cn Los Angeles prosecutors on Monday charged U.S. singer and social media figure D4vd, whose legal name is David Anthony Burke, with first-degree murder in connection with the death of 14-year-old Celeste Rivas Hernandez, whose dismembered and decomposed remains were found last year in a Tesla registered to him.
(2026-04-21). Legacy of Ping-Pong Diplomacy stands test of time. ecns.cn Time has had a significant impact over the past 55 years on many people, including the Chinese and United States table tennis players who took part in the groundbreaking Ping-Pong Diplomacy that started in 1971 and helped thaw the ice between the two countries.
(2026-04-21). Cuba Announces the Start of the 4th Elite Baseball League. radiohc.cu Havana, April 20 (RHC) — The Cuban Baseball and Softball Federation announced today that "because of what baseball represents in the Cuban popular imagination," the IV Elite League will begin on May 2nd in stadiums of six qualified teams. | The governing body emphasized that the decision stems from baseball's deep roots in Cuban culture and national identity, and also reflects "a demand of the people"—ideas that set the tone for a call to reconnect with the fans. | According to official information, the tournament will take place "amid the current situation in the country," marked by "the intensificati…
(2026-04-21). White House sends delegation to deliver war ultimatum to Cuba. wsws.org While the last visit took place under conditions of a temporary diplomatic reopening, the latest delegation presented an ultimatum under threat of military aggression.
(2026-04-21). Japanese PM sends ritual offering to notorious war-linked Yasukuni Shrine. ecns.cn Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi on Tuesday sent a ritual offering to the notorious Yasukuni Shrine, a symbol of Japanese militarism and wartime aggression, on the occasion of its spring festival.
(2026-04-21). U.S. Labor Secretary to step down: White House. ecns.cn U.S. Labor Secretary Lori Chavez-DeRemer is leaving her post amid an investigation into alleged misconduct, becoming the third cabinet member to step down during President Donald Trump's second term.
(2026-04-21). Disney carries out "massive layoffs," while Sony, SnapChat, Artnet do their own job slashing. wsws.org April so far has seen a wave of layoffs at Disney, Sony Pictures, at arts web platforms and in social media.
(2026-04-21). Saturday 4/18: Free virtual screening of the documentary film "The Great Book Robbery" indybay.org Zoom | us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_yLx0……
(2026-04-21). Police arrest dozens, using tear gas to thwart rescue of beagles at Ridglan Farms. indybay.org On Saturday, law enforcement personnel from multiple agencies used tear gas and rubber bullets to disperse over 1,000 concerned citizens — teachers, doctors, nurses, students, families, Democrats, and Republicans — who came together out of concern for animal welfare.
(2026-04-21). Friday 5/1: Students Rise Up on May Day: UC Santa Cruz. indybay.org UC Santa Cruz, 250 Natural Bridges Dr, Santa Cruz…
(2026-04-21). Hamas holds talks in Cairo with mediators and representatives of various Palestinian factions. ecns.cn
(2026-04-21). Ethiopian editor seized from Addis Standard newsroom by unidentified men. CPJ Staff
(2026-04-21). Cuba confirms talks with US officials, wants end to Trump's energy blockade. aljazeera.com
(2026-04-21). Trump says he'll meet Mojtaba's top men soon, completely sidelines Vance and Pakistan track. hindustantimes.com
(2026-04-21). CPJ urges US lawmakers to enact reforms to protect press freedom from warrantless surveillance. CPJ Staff
(2026-04-21). Building Bridges With Historian Safiya Bukhara & Unionists Clarence Thomas & Chris Silvera. indybay.org
(2026-04-21). Tuesday 4/28: Commemorate Workers Memorial Day 2026 Remember The Dead-Fight For The Living! indybay.org
(2026-04-21). Cuba cuenta con siete vacunas contra enfermedades infecciosas veterinarias. radiohc.cu Cuba cuenta, actualmente, con siete vacunas para combatir enfermedades veterinarias, las cuales tienen en común el hecho de ser las primeras y únicas formulaciones implementadas en la isla durante el período revolucionario. | Los inyectables son contra la viruela aviar, bronquitis infecciosa, bursitis infecciosa, neumoencefalitis aviar, carbunco sintomático, encefalomielitis equina e icterohemoglobinuria bacilar bovina. | La nación caribeña implementa de manera escalonada siete vacunas veterinarias con tecnología 100 por ciento nacional, cumpliendo con todas las normas y controles de producción emitidos por la Or…
(2026-04-21). Cuba: IV Liga Élite de Béisbol comenzará el próximo 2 de mayo. radiohc.cu La Federación Cubana de Béisbol y Softbol informó este lunes que "por lo que representa la pelota en el imaginario popular cubano", la IV Liga Élite comenzará el 2 de mayo en estadios de seis equipos clasificados. | El organismo rector subrayó que la decisión responde a que el béisbol "está asido a las raíces culturales y de identidad nacional" y constituye, además, "un reclamo del pueblo", ideas que marcan el tono de una convocatoria que busca reconectar con la afición. | Según la información oficial, el torneo se desarrollará "en medio de la situación que vive el país", marcada por el "recrudecimiento del bloqu…
(2026-04-21). Felicitan a presidente de Cuba por su cumpleaños 66. radiohc.cu El primer secretario del Comité Central del Partido Comunista (PCC) y presidente de la República, Miguel Díaz-Canel recibió este lunes múltiples felicitaciones con motivo de su cumpleaños 66, enviadas por miembros de organizaciones políticas y de masas, así como por directivos de instituciones del país. | A través de mensajes difundidos en redes sociales y medios oficiales, representantes del PCC, el Gobierno y diversas organizaciones destacaron la trayectoria del mandatario, su compromiso con la Revolución y su labor al frente del país en un contexto marcado por desafíos económicos y tensiones internacionales.
(2026-04-21). Periodismo basura: CiberCuba monetiza el dolor de los niños cubanos. cubadebate.cu El nuevo estudio del Observatorio de Medios de Cubadebate documenta cómo el medio oficial de la derecha anticubana, CiberCuba, convierte a niños, niñas y adolescentes en soporte de su relato, mediante la exposición reiterada de su imagen en contextos de vulnerabilidad. Una práctica que colisiona con la ley y con la ética periodística.
(2026-04-21). Plata para Cuba en equipos mixto de Panamericano Senior de Judo. cubadebate.cu Cuba terminó este lunes con la medalla de plata en el torneo por equipos mixto del Campeonato Panamericano Senior de Judo de Panama, al caer en la final ante Brasil, nación que también ganó este fin de semana el individual, seguido por la Mayor de las Antillas.
(2026-04-21). Minrex: Delegaciones de Cuba y EE.UU. dialogaron en La Habana. radiohc.cu 
El subdirector general a cargo de Estados Unidos del Ministerio de Relaciones Exteriores de Cuba (Minrex), Alejandro García del Toro confirmó este lunes que delegaciones de ambos países sostuvieron recientemente un encuentro en La Habana, que se desarrolló ´de forma respetuosa y profesional ª. | En declaraciones al diario Granma, el diplomático precisó que participaron secretarios adjuntos del Departamento de Estado de EE.UU., y por la parte cubana, a nivel de viceministro de Relaciones Exteriores.Es un asunto sensible que, como hemos dicho, manejamos con discreción", afirmó. Foto: Cubaminrex | Según…
(2026-04-21). Fidel y la Comunicación Revolucionaria: Lecciones para el Siglo XXI (+ Video). cubadebate.cu øQué tiene que ver Fidel con la inteligencia artificial? øQué puede enseñarnos en un ecosistema dominado por algoritmos y plataformas que moldean lo que vemos y pensamos? øTiene sentido hablar de un líder del siglo XX en un mundo que discute sobre deepfakes y automatización del pensamiento? Si hoy la batalla por el poder pasa por la comunicación, øqué hicieron quienes lograron construir una revolución sin tener ninguno de los instrumentos actuales de la tecnología?
(2026-04-21). Ponderan Premio Casa de las Américas en su edición 66. radiohc.cu El presidente de Casa de las Américas, Abel Prieto definió este lunes al Premio Literario que cada año convoca la institución habanera como una señal de vida de la cultura revolucionaria y una gran victoria de Cuba. | Durante la inauguración del certamen, en la Sala 'Manuel Galich', de la entidad, el destacado intelectual reconoció la realización de esta edición 66, en medio de un complejo escenario recrudecido por las amenazas y pretensiones del Gobierno de Estados Unidos de invadir la nación caribeña.En el encuentro convergen diversidad de autores y en esta oportunidad, pese a las circunstancias actuales que ob…
(2026-04-21). Copresidente de Nicaragua exige fin del bloqueo de EEUU a Cuba. radiohc.cu El copresidente de Nicaragua, Daniel Ortega exigió este lunes el fin del bloqueo económico, comercial y financiero impuesto por Estados Unidos contra Cuba, al que calificó como una política injusta mantenida durante más de seis décadas. | Durante un acto en Managua, la capital nicaragàºense, por el Día de la Paz, el mandatario denunció que la Casa Blanca mantiene amenazas contra la nación caribeña, pese a la resistencia demostrada por su pueblo. | Ante los asistentes, entre ellos la copresidenta Rosario Murillo y representantes de la Asamblea Nacional, el Ejército y la Policía Nacional, Ortega afirmó: Se le o…
(2026-04-21). øCómo ha cambiado la Tierra en 58 años?: lo que revela la comparación entre las icónicas fotos de nuestro planeta del Apolo 8 y de Artemis II. cubadebate.cu Cuando el comandante del Apolo 8, Frank Borman, vio por primera vez la cara oculta de la Luna desde la ventana de su nave en 1968, quedó impactado por su aspecto desolador.
(2026-04-21). Diamond Jubilee – Leidesdorff Plaza – Historic Folsom – Rancho Rio de Los Americanos. indybay.org May 1966 at the height of the US Civil Rights Movement the Negro Museum and Library Association of Sacramento, Inc dedicated Leidesdorff Plaza to preserve authentic California History, today a failed BMB, DEI effort to fabricate reality remains hidden by design…
(2026-04-21). Lecce Draws and Remains in the Relegation Zone of Italian Football. radiohc.cu Havana, April 20 (RHC) — Lecce drew 1-1 against Fiorentina today in the 33rd round of Italian football (Serie A) and remain in the relegation zone. | Eusebio Di Francesco's men failed to capitalize on their home advantage and the support of the fans at the Stadio Via del Mare to secure three points that would have lifted them from the bottom of the table. | The first goal of the game came in the fourth minute courtesy of Jack Harrison, who latched onto a through ball from midfielder Rolando Mandragora and slotted it into the back of the net. | Tiago Gabriel equalized for the home side in the 71st minute, hea…
(2026-04-21). Saturday 5/2: Monterey: May Day Strong. indybay.org Window on the Bay, 717 Del Monte Ave, Monterey…
(2026-04-21). Federal court orders release of El Gamal family after 10 months in ICE detention. wsws.org The ruling is a victory for Hayam El Gamal and her five children, but the family remains imprisoned and threatened with deportation as the Trump administration continues expanding the immigration police state and the network of for-profit detention camps.
(2026-04-21). CPJ urges press freedom support in El Salvador in statement to Tom Lantos Human Rights Commission. CPJ Staff
(2026-04-20). Vance has not yet left for Iran talks in Pakistan, source says. al-monitor.com WASHINGTON, April 20 (Reuters) – Vice President JD Vance is still in the United States and has not yet departed for Pakistan, a source familiar with the matter told Reuters, as prospects for a second round of negotiations with Iran remain unclear.President Donald Trump has said he would send a U.S. delegation to Pakistan for additional talks before a ceasefire is set to expire in the coming days. Iran is considering attending the peace talks, a senior Iranian official told Reuters on Monday, but no decision had been made.
(2026-04-20). Is Trump Just Pretending to Be Mad? fairobserver.com Russian President Vladimir Putin launched Russia's invasion of Ukraine on February 24, 2022. Donald Trump assumed the US presidency on January 20, 2025. Would Putin have risked a years-long war if Trump had been in the White House at the time of his attack? As journalist Janan Ganesh recently wrote in the Financial Times, "Trump…
(2026-04-20). Outcry grows over Israeli soldier smashing Jesus statue in Lebanon. aljazeera.com Some of Donald Trump's former MAGA allies denounce the desecration of Christian religious symbol by Israeli soldier.
(2026-04-20). Anger as Israeli soldier smashes Jesus statue in south Lebanon. newarab.com 
An image of an Israeli soldier vandalising a The incident appeared to show the soldier using a sledgehammer to smash the head of a statue of Jesus in the
(2026-04-20). Israel demolishes south Lebanon homes as talks to happen 'soon'. newarab.com 
The Israeli military has continued to demolish homes in occupied southern Lebanon, as the two countries prepare for a second round of talks this week amid a From Sunday night into early Monday, Israeli forces blew up residential buildings in the villages of Shamaa, Naqoura and Bayyada in the Tyre district, while a strike hit the village of Tayri in Bint Jbeil district. The Israeli army claimed it targeted rocket launchers in a strike on the village of Burj Qalawiya. | Despite a US-brokered truce…
(2026-04-20). Israel marks Memorial Day after another year of war. haaretz.com This is the third Memorial Day since October 7, 2023, and follows a year of wars in Gaza, Lebanon and Iran. 174 Israeli soldiers and 79 civilians have been killed since the previous Memorial Day, the Defense Ministry said…
(2026-04-20). Little faith in south Lebanon that ceasefire will last. newarab.com 
When a truce came into effect at midnight on 17 April, Everyone told The New Arab they were exhausted from displacement and war. For more than six weeks, Israel unleashed its assault on the country, killing 2,100 people and displacing over 1.1 million people. |
(2026-04-20). Lebanon's Aoun says aiming to end hostilities with Israel talks. newarab.com 
(2026-04-20). Israel, Lebanon to hold second round of talks in Washington on Thursday, Israeli source tells Haaretz. haaretz.com The talks will be the first since a ten-day U.S.-brokered cease-fire took effect after weeks of fighting between Israel and Hezbollah • Regional source to Haaretz: Potential meeting between Netanyahu and Aoun could take place in a month, pending both parties' consent…
(2026-04-20). Catholics finally splitting with Trump over Iran war and Israel. responsiblestatecraft.org In 2024, President Donald Trump handily beat Vice President Kamala Harris with Catholic voters by a 12-point margin.Almost a year-and-a-half into Trump's second term, he began attacking Pope Leo XIV, personally and aggressively. Then he shared an image depicting himself as Jesus Christ, days after his defense secretary called for war in the name of Jesus Christ. Between Trump's second inauguration in January 2025 and today, tensions have steadily grown between the president and the Catholic strain of his coalition. This relationship started ripping apart during Israel's brutal war against Gaza and is now shat…
(2026-04-20). Outrage as Trump disguises himself as Jesus Christ, mocks Pope. ummid.com A massive outrage erupted on Sunday April 12, 2026 — the Orthodox Easter Day, after U.S. President Donald Trump disguised himself as Jesus Christ and mocked Pope Leo XIV.
(2026-04-20). "CIA Man" in Kisangani Helped Provide Cover For Regime Change and Genocide. covertactionmagazine.com In 1997, Ambassador Robert Houdek was the senior U.S. official in eastern Congo. His job was to assist in the repatriation of Hutu refugees who fled Rwanda after the Tutsi-led Rwandan Patriotic Front (RPF) took control following Rwanda's 1990-1994 civil war. A former senior CIA officer characterized Houdek as "our man in Kisangani" who "worked …
(2026-04-20). Trump: New deal with Iran will be better than old one. al-monitor.com WASHINGTON, April 20 (Reuters) – President Donald Trump said on Monday he believed a nuclear deal the U.S. is currently negotiating with Iran will be better than a 2015 international agreement to curb Tehran's nuclear program."The DEAL that we are making with Iran will be FAR BETTER than the JCPOA, commonly referred to as 'The Iran Nuclear Deal'," Trump wrote in a social media post after concerns expressed by Democrats and some nuclear experts that he is rushing negotiations on a highly complex topic.
(2026-04-20). Jill Stein on Earth Day to May Day. mediasanctuary.org The EcoAction Committee of the Green Party of the United States held its annual Earth Day to May Day webinar on Monday April 13. Speakers were Jill Stein, the recent Green Presidential candidate, and Michael Johnson, Democracy Campaign Manager for Third Act. The event highlights the interconnection of issues such as climate change, economic inequality, war, racial injustice, immigrant rights, and democracy. We hear from Jill Stein, who focuses on the current war with Iran and its impact on energy, food, and nuclear weapons. and the need for a Green New Deal.
(2026-04-20). Oil prices jump about 5% over US action. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Apr. 20 (MNA) — Oil prices jumped about 5% in Monday after the US Navy action in continued its naval bolckade against Iran and closure of Strait of Hormuz.
(2026-04-20). Iran war escalates as Houthis threaten to sever Saudi oil exports. scmp.com Yemen's Tehran-aligned Houthi movement has threatened to besiege a second key Middle East waterway as Iran launched drone attacks against US Navy vessels in the Strait of Hormuz over the weekend after a diplomatic effort to end the war appeared to collapse. | A closure of the Bab el-Mandeb Strait, which connects the Red Sea to the Indian Ocean, would effectively sever Saudi Arabia's only remaining oil export route.
(2026-04-20). Trump threatens to bomb Iran's power plants and bridges after IRGC closes the Strait of Hormuz. wsws.org In Truth Social posts Saturday night and Sunday morning, Trump wrote that unless Iran accepts his terms, "the United States is going to knock out every single Power Plant, and every single Bridge, in Iran."
(2026-04-20). Analysis-Gulf worries US-Iran talks may cement grip on Hormuz. al-monitor.com By Samia NakhoulDUBAI, April 20 (Reuters)- – A warning by former Russian president Dmitry Medvedev has crystallised fears among Gulf states that reopening the Strait of Hormuz may be the most Iran-U.S. talks can achieve, falling short of the broader de-escalation they regard as vital.Officials and analysts expect the next round of negotiations, due in Islamabad, will focus increasingly not on Iran's missiles or regional proxies but on uranium enrichment limits and how to handle Iran's leverage over the Strait, the world's most critical oil shipping route.
(2026-04-20). World weighs fate of Mideast ceasefire after US seizes Iranian cargo ship. tribune.com.pk 
Concerns grew on Monday that the ceasefire between the United States and Iran might not hold after the US said it had seized an Iranian cargo ship that tried to run its blockade and Iran vowed to retaliate. | Efforts to build a more lasting peace in the region likewise appeared to be on shaky ground, as Iran said it would not participate in a second round of negotiations that the US had hoped to kick off before the ceasefire expires on Tuesday. | The US has maintained a blockade of Iranian ports, while Iran has lifted and then reimposed its own blockade on marine traffic passing thro…
(2026-04-20). Iran Warns of Imminent Response to US Piracy. english.almanar.com.lb The spokesman for Iran's Khatam al-Anbia Central Headquarters warned that the latest act of "piracy" by US military forces against an Iranian trade vessel will soon be met with retaliation. "The aggressive United States, by violating the ceasefire and engaging in maritime banditry, attacked one of Iran's commercial ships in the waters of the Sea …
(2026-04-20). Iran vows retaliation for 'maritime piracy' after US seizes ship. newarab.com 
Tehran said the incident amounted to "maritime piracy" after US forces opened fire on the ship, disabled it, and boarded it. | Colonel Ebrahim Zolfaghari, spokesman for the Iranian Armed Forces, said Washington had "violated the ceasefire and committed an act of maritime piracy after opening…
(2026-04-20). Iran, Russia FMs hold phone call. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Apr. 20 (MNA) — Iranian Foreign Minister Seyed Abbas Araghchi and Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov held a telephone conversation on Monday.
(2026-04-20). Iran stands resolute in face of enemies' brutality, barbarism. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Apr. 20 (MNA) —Hailing the bravery of Iranian nurses and physicians in rescuing newborns and patients during the US-Israeli attack on a hospital in Tehran, a foreign ministry official said Iran has stood resolute in face of enemy's brutality.
(2026-04-20). Pope Leo vs US President Donald Trump. ummid.com Pope Leo's sharp criticism of war, sectarian manipulation and the political misuse of religion has cast fresh attention on the narratives shaping the US-Israel confrontation with Iran.
(2026-04-20). Two Israelis charged with spying for Iran, one planned to meet handler abroad. haaretz.com A 19-year-old accused of carrying out missions for Iran is accused of recruiting his 21-year-old friend to forge documents, and even planned to undergo training in an Arab country, Israeli security agencies said…
(2026-04-20). Liberals need to reconsider loyalty to the American Alliance. onlineopinion.com.au The honour, respect, and support for the American Alliance has been greatly dissipated by Donald Trump's tariffs, the Iran war, and unconditional support for Israel.
(2026-04-20). Iran's Remarkable Resilience Against US-Israeli Joint Aggression. ummid.com As tensions intensify between Iran, Israel, and the United States, one thing has become increasingly clear: Iran has managed not only to respond to sustained pressure but to endure it far longer than many analysts had anticipated.
(2026-04-20). Parents of Iranian Children Killed by US Bombing Issue Letter Thanking Pope Leo. truthout.org Parents of children killed in the US bombing of an elementary school in southern Iran released a letter on Sunday applauding Pope Leo XIV for speaking out against war and urging him to "continue to be the voice of the voiceless children." "We write this letter to you with trembling hands and a heart full of pain, from amidst the ashes and ruins of the schools of the city of Minab… |
(2026-04-20). Iran delays response to US attack on ship for family safety. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Apr. 20 (MNA) — Spokesperson for Khatam al-Anbiya Central Headquarters has said that the country's response to a US naval attack on Iranian container vessel "Touska" in the Gulf of Oman has been put off to ensure safety of crew's families.
(2026-04-20). Tax the Corporations Cashing in on War. juancole.com By | ( This dynamic has been on full display since President Trump's attack on Iran. | Trump's invasion of one of the world's most oil…
(2026-04-20). Iran rules out new talks for now, says US not serious about diplomacy. geo.tv 
Iran's Foreign Ministry spokesman Esmaeil Baghaei can be seen in this image. — X/@IRIMFA_ENUS accused of ceasefire violations by Tehran.Naval blockade and ship attack cited as breaches.Iran says US not serious about diplomacy.TEHRAN: Iran's Foreign Ministry spokesperson Esmaeil…
(2026-04-20). Gulf diplomacy intensifies amid Iran-US ceasefire talks. newarab.com 
Diplomatic visits and movements across the Gulf last week reaffirmed the indirect role played by Gulf countries, particularly This is seen as paving the way for a broader agreement at a later stage, with Gulf participation to ensure…
(2026-04-20). Offices, schools move online as Red Zone sealed ahead of US-Iran talks. tribune.com.pk 
All public and private offices and schools within the Red Zone have been instructed to move online, and all government operations in the capital have been shifted to remote working as authorities seal off entry to the Red Zone from Monday, ahead of the expected next round of US-Iran talks in the federal capital. | Pakistan took centre stage when it brokered a 14-day ceasefire between the US and Iran, followed by high-stakes talks in Islamabad attended by senior delegations from the two countries. Although the talks did not yield the desired results, the ceasefire remains intact, with confidence-building measur…
(2026-04-20). Iran talks in doubt as Tehran vows to boycott Islamabad meeting. newarab.com 
Iran will not send a delegation to a Speaking at a press conference on Monday morning, foreign ministry spokesperson Esmail Bagahei said there were no plans "for now" for another round of talks with the US. | Bagahei said Tehran had submitted a 10-point proposal as a basis for discussi…
(2026-04-20). Pakistan: How a regional warmonger came to host US-Iran peace talks. links.org.au 
Farooq Sulehria — Pakistan may seek to play the role of peacemaker globally but regionally it acts as a warmonger.
(2026-04-20). US Seizes Iranian Vessel: Question Mark over Islamabad Talks. juancole.com Ann Arbor (Informed Comment) — The engine room of the Iranian Panamax-sized container ship Touska, on its way from China to Bandar Abbas in Iran, was fired on by a U.S. Navy destroyer, the USS Spruance, on Sunday. Thereafter marines boarded the vessel by helicopter and took control of it. | pic.twitter.com/mFxI5RzYCS | — U.S. Central Command (@CENTCOM) Iran's pro-government Tasnim news agency
(2026-04-20). Iran says not attending talks, US team 'en route' to Pakistan. newarab.com 
Iranian officials say that they have yet to make a decision yet on participating in talks with the US in "We have no plans for the next round of negotiation, and no decision has been made in this regard," Iranian foreign ministry spokesman Esmaeil Baqaei said on Monday. | Meanwhile,
(2026-04-20). Iran-US: European stocks slide as oil jumps on Hormuz tensions. newarab.com 
European stocks fell on Monday as oil prices surged over Investors were on edge approaching the end of the US-Iran ceasefire, with Iran insisting it has no plan to attend a new round of negotiations with the United States. | "The market mood is very different at the start of the week compared to Friday," said Kathleen Brooks, research director at trading group XTB. | Crude ha…
(2026-04-20). After 'ceasefire', Iran's streets and strategy await next stage. newarab.com 
A week after the 8 April ceasefire took hold, Iran has entered a phase that is not quite peace and not quite continued war. Developments on the ground, official messaging, and regional dynamics are moving in parallel but rarely in alignment. The truce itself is At the regional level, the ceasefire has been read elsewhere as part of a broader de-escalation framework. Inside Iran, it is being read differently. Many see it as part of…
(2026-04-20). Israel Continues to Kill Aid Workers in Gaza Seven Months Into the Ceasefire. truthout.org Majdi Aslan, 54, was driving a truck for the UN's World Health Organization (WHO) on April 6 when the Israeli army killed him in Khan Younis, in southern Gaza. Aslan was the main driver in a WHO convoy that was transporting injured Palestinian patients from Gaza to Egypt and other countries. The convoy already had its coordinated permit from the Israeli army to move, as per protocol. |
(2026-04-20). Rahm Emanuel made surprising remarks on Israel. What he left unsaid is just as big. haaretz.com Rahm Emanuel, a U.S. presidential hopeful and pro-Israel hawk, has called for rethinking U.S.-Israel ties, reflecting a shift in the Democratic consensus. Will that be enough for those outraged by the Netanyahu government and its actions in Gaza?
(2026-04-20). Attack sub USS Boise scuttled after only one patrol — 10 years ago. responsiblestatecraft.org The Navy
(2026-04-20). RSF commander defects to Sudan's military as war enters 4th year. newarab.com 
A high-profile paramilitary commander in Burhan on Sunday welcomed Maj. Gen. al-Nour Ahmed Adam, who defected earlier this month from the
(2026-04-20). MPs debate government contracts with 'evil' Palantir. thecanary.co 
In a Parliamentary debate on Thursday 16 April, MPs across party lines demanded the government end its £330 million NHS contract with spyware tech giant Palantir. But there was one glaring absence — where was Wes Streeting, our secretary of state for health and social care? 'Evil' company Every one of the 13 MPs who […] | By
(2026-04-20). Israel demolishes tent camp on ruins of Bedouin village, without housing alternative. haaretz.com A long-running dispute between an unauthorized Bedouin village and Israel continues without housing solutions. Residents call the demolitions unjustified, while authorities cite repeated court rulings against the illegal settlement…
(2026-04-20). FBI's Patel sues Atlantic for US$250 million, says drinking story 'is a lie'. scmp.com FBI ‚Å Director Kash Patel filed a defamation lawsuit against the Atlantic and its reporter ‚Å Sarah Fitzpatrick following the publication of an article on Friday alleging the director had a drinking problem that could pose a threat to national security. | The magazine's story, initially titled "Kash Patel's Erratic Behavior Could Cost Him His Job", cited more than two dozen anonymous sources expressing concern about Patel's "conspicuous inebriation and unexplained absences" that "alarmed officials at…
(2026-04-20). Hainan consumer fair hits all the right notes. ecns.cn A Ukrainian visitor at the sixth China International Consumer Products Expo in Haikou, Hainan province, last week slipped on a pair of ordinary-looking glasses. Seconds later, he broke into a smile and exclaimed, "Nice!"
(2026-04-20). What's behind the US army's decision to raise enlistment age to 42? aljazeera.com Changes in US Army enlistment standards could be an effort to boost recruitment as numbers have lagged in recent years.
(2026-04-20). Al-Nassr strengthens SPL Standings with hard-fought win over Al-Ettifaq. ummid.com Cristiano Ronaldo led Al-Nassr Saudi FC Wednesday April 15, 2026 defeated Al-Ettifaq 1-0 to further strengthen its Saudi Pro League Standings.
(2026-04-20). The Increasing Sustainability of Conventional Energy: Shell Offshore. wattsupwiththat.com Major technical and economic advancements are happening within the fossil-fuel industries, not outside of it. The stock energy age—oil, natural gas, and coal age—is still young. The future belongs to the efficient, no taxpayer subsidies or government direction required.
(2026-04-20). Tommy Robinson is selling ad space at his racist hate march. thecanary.co 
In May this year, Tommy Robinson is holding a follow-up to his rancid 'Unite the Kingdom' rally. The first event saw speakers calling for the deportation of the UK's entire Black and Brown population. This year will no doubt see the same, and in Robinson's eyes, that represents a opportunity: I've honestly seen it […] | By
(2026-04-20). Front pages of Iran's English dailies on April 20. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Apr. 20 (MNA) — Here are the front pages of Iran's English dailies on Monday, April 20.
(2026-04-20). Pezeshkian calls for unity among Muslim nations to foil plots. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Apr. 20 (MNA) — Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian has urged unity and amity among Muslim states to thwart the foreign conspiracies, emphasizing the unity among Islamic countries is the most important way to counter plots.
(2026-04-20). Kerala Minister was asked about SSLC, Plus Two 2026 results date, his response. ummid.com Kerala Board of Public Examinations (KBPE), also called as Kerala Pareeksha Bhavan, is declaring Kerala Secondary School Leaving Certificate (SSLC) or Class 10, and Plus Two or Class 12th board examination 2026 results in May.
(2026-04-20). Mother, 6 children killed in explosion and fire at rural Pennsylvania home. scmp.com An Amish woman and her six children ranging in age from three to 11 were killed in a swift-moving house fire after an explosion that shook nearby houses in rural north-central Pennsylvania, authorities said on Monday. | Firefighters responding to a report of an explosion and fire at a home in Lamar Township in Clinton County near Mill Hall on Sunday morning said seven people were trapped, but they could not search the house engulfed in flames, Pennsylvania State Police said in a statement.
(2026-04-20). UAE warns of shift to yuan amid dollar shortages. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Apr. 20 (MNA) — The United Arab Emirates has warned that it will conduct financial transactions in yuan if the Federal Reserve does not establish a currency swap line with the Emirati central bank.
(2026-04-20). Renowned documentary director dies at 43. ecns.cn Chinese documentary director Ye Jun, known for Masters in the Forbidden City and the short film series Every Treasure Tells a Story, died at 43 on Saturday.
(2026-04-20). Tomgram: Liz Theoharis, Supreme Horror? warisacrime.org This article originally appeared at TomDispatch.com. To receive TomDispatch in your inbox three times a week, click here. TomDispatch authors don't usually have much in common with Donald J. Trump, but here's an exception. TomDispatch regular Liz Theoharis recently visited the Supreme Court to hear a case on immigrant asylum that her organization, the Kairos Center, …
(2026-04-20). UAE says dismantled Iran-linked group plotting 'terror' ops. newarab.com 
Authorities in the The arrests came as Gulf states clamped down on cells linked to Iran and its Lebanese ally
(2026-04-20). Interview given by Díaz-Canel to Kristen Welker for 'Meet the Press'. mronline.org 
Our political system is not the one that prevents us from moving forward. I repeat that the blame lies with the blockade imposed by the United States government.
(2026-04-20). Singer D4vd pleads not guilty to murder of 14-year-old girl found dismembered in Tesla. scmp.com David Burke, a 21-year-old musician known professionally as D4vd, pleaded not guilty on Monday to first-degree murder and other charges in the death of 14-year-old Celeste Rivas Hernandez, months after her dismembered body was found inside ‚Äåthe boot of his Tesla in Hollywood. | D4vd was charged with murder with special circumstances of lying in wait, committing a crime for financial gain, and murdering a witness in an investigation. He faces a maximum prison sentence of life without parole. Los…
(2026-04-20). Would-be-winners claim Reform stiffed them on prize. thecanary.co 
Reform attracted controversy recently after it conducted a prize giveaway. This upset people for a couple of reasons: the first was that Nigel Farage's motley crew are supposed to be a political party, not a daytime TV show. The second was that the two winners had a historic connection to Nigel Farage. The prize in […] | By
(2026-04-20). Another Democrat, Betty Yee, exits crowded race for California governor. scmp.com Another Democrat is exiting the crowded contest for California governor. | Betty Yee — a former state controller — announced on Monday she was suspending her campaign, just over a week after fellow Democrat and former US congressman Eric Swalwell left the race following sexual assault allegations that he denies. | Yee, who was born in San Francisco to Chinese immigrant parents, was vying to be the first woman to hold the state's highest office.
(2026-04-20). MBS hosts Burhan in Jeddah as $1.5B Saudi-backed arms deal stalls. al-monitor.com Sudan's army chief Abdel Fattah al-Burhan traveled to Jeddah Monday for a visit that could be aimed at salvaging a $1.5 billion Pakistani arms deal Riyadh has reportedly blocked.
(2026-04-20). Madhya Pradesh 10th, 12th Results 2026 – Date: April 15, Time: 11:00 AM. ummid.com The Madhya Pradesh Board of School Education (MPBSE) has officially confirmed the date and time to declare the Higher Secondary School Certificate (HSSC) Class 12 and High School Certificate (HSC) Class 10 Matric results 2026.
(2026-04-20). Lawsuit alleges quarry operator Granite Rock Company illegally polluted Pajaro River. indybay.org SAN JOSE, Calif., April 15. 2026 — The nonprofit groups Environment California and California Sportfishing Protection Alliance ("CSPA") filed a lawsuit in federal court on Wednesday against Granite Rock Company (commonly known as "Graniterock"), alleging the company violated the federal Clean Water Act for more than 1,000 days. The nonprofits charge that, for years, the company has routinely discharged illegal levels of harmful pollutants — including dissolved solids, aluminum, iron and molybdenum — into the Pajaro River at its A.R. Wilson Quarry, a granite mining and processing facility in…
(2026-04-20). Give Me Your Tired, Your Poor: The Case for Asylum. juancole.com (
(2026-04-20). Argentines eat donkey as president takes selfies with Netanyahu. thecanary.co 
There are two startling stories coming out of Argentina right now. The first is that under far-right libertarian president Javier Milei, Argentines have had to start eating donkey meat. The second is that Milei is meeting Israeli war criminal Benjamin Netanyahu: Argentinian President Javier Milei gets emotional while meeting his hero, Benjamin Netanyahu. This took […] | By
(2026-04-20). Friday 5/1: Santa Cruz: May Day Rally & March. indybay.org Corner of Mission, Front, and Pacific Ave. (outside Jamba Juice), Santa Cruz…
(2026-04-20). Zionist Doxxing Campaigns Upended Their Lives. Now They're Suing for Damages. truthout.org A reckoning could be coming for pro-Israel groups known for doxxing Palestine advocates. In March, the Chicago chapter of the Council on American-Islamic Relations (CAIR-Chicago) filed a class-action lawsuit in Illinois state court against the organizations Canary Mission and StopAntisemitism, as well as groups and individuals identified as their funders or board members. |
(2026-04-20). Tehran hosts a gathering of girls "Devoted to Iran" en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Apr. 20 (MNA) — Concurrent with the birth anniversary of Hazrat Masoumeh (SA), a grand gathering of girls dubbed "Girls Devoted to Iran" was held at Shahid Keshvar Doost Street of Tehran late on Sunday.
(2026-04-20). Parliament to debate key budget bills as MPs resume oversight work. sanews.gov.za Parliament to debate key budget bills as MPs resume oversight work | Parliament will this week focus on key budget legislation and oversight work as Members of Parliament return from the constituency period to resume committee activities. | The National Assembly will hold its only plenary sitting of the week on Tuesday afternoon to consider the 2026 Special Appropriation Bill and the Division of Revenue Bill. | The Special Appropriation Bill provides for additional funding requirements for the 2025/26 financial year and proposes an allocation of R5.778 billion to the Passenger Rail Agency of South Africa for its…
(2026-04-20). Israel's history of destroying Christian, Muslim religious sites. newarab.com 
(2026-04-20). Crypto traders are treating sports betting like just another market. moguldom.com The boundaries between crypto trading and sports betting are getting harder to spot. In 2024, the surge in crypto gambling has pulled many digital asset traders into the world of sports betting, changing how both markets work and feel. Seasoned crypto traders, used to volatility and data-driven speculation, now see sports betting as another market …
(2026-04-20). Navigating Necessity the Sino-Russian Partnership and the Future of Arctic Shipping. infobrics.org In September 2025, a Chinese container vessel embarked on a pioneering voyage from Ningbo to Felixstowe via the Northern Sea Route (NSR). The journey highlighted Beijing's growing interest in Arctic shipping development…
(2026-04-20). Leader thanks Sunni scholars in Hormozgan for unity. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Apr. 20 (MNA) — Leader of the Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Seyyed Mojtaba Hosseini Khamenei has expressed appreciation for Sunni scholars and clerics in Iran's southern Hormozgan Province, commending their unity and declaration of allegiance.
(2026-04-20). Ministers to unveil advanced tunnel-boring equipment for Lesotho water project. sanews.gov.za Ministers to unveil advanced tunnel-boring equipment for Lesotho water project | Water and Sanitation Minister Pemmy Majodina, Deputy Minister David Mahlobo, and Lesotho's Minister of Natural Resources, Mohlomi Moleko, are set to unveil state-of-the-art equipment today at the Polihali Construction Site in Mokhotlong, Lesotho. | The event marks the launch of the second Tunnel Boring Machine (TBM), a significant milestone in Phase II of the Lesotho Highlands Water Project (LHWP). | The development signals the transition from preparatory work to full-scale tunnelling along one of Southern Africa's most ambitious wa…
(2026-04-20). The state of solar: Despite partisan rhetoric, the industry is still booming. grist.org 
The future looked dire for renewable energy in the United States last spring. Republicans in Congress started gutting the Inflation Reduction Act, forcing its generous tax credits for wind and solar into an early retirement. The Interior Department then
(2026-04-20). When Assam Electorates Register Historic Polling Turnout. ummid.com With high voters' participation in Assam, the political observers in the region put two completely opposite predictions, where one group is favouring the return of the BJP-led government, and the other one, has been weighing for the Indian National Congress-led opposition alliance.
(2026-04-20). Nothing About This Dystopia Feels Natural. caitlinjohnstone.com.au Nothing about this dystopia feels natural. We all sense it deep in our marrow. We all know something has gone terribly wrong. | If you lived in an alternate reality without wars or poverty, where everyone had enough and governments did what's in the interests of the people and the ecosystem, it would never occur to you that there was anything odd about it. It would feel completely normal. Things would be more or less how you'd expect them to be. | You can't say the same about the present status quo.
(2026-04-20). Canada robbery: Jewellery, vaulables worth Rs 1.4 crore stolen from Punjabi household in Malton. ptcnews.tv Canada robbery: A Punjabi family in the Canadian city of Malton was robbed of jewellery and valuables worth ‚Çπ1.39 crore in just two minutes. The homeowner said the theft occurred while they were attending a Vaisakhi event at a gurdwara. | According to Harmanpreet Kaur, the accused broke into the house through a kitchen window and collected all the jewellery in pillowcases before fleeing. When the family returned, they found the bedroom ransacked. CCTV footage later showed two suspects running away. | The woman broke down while recounting the incident, saying that after 10 years of hard work, th…
(2026-04-20). OFSS Bihar 11th Admission 2026 Starts, Check Steps. ummid.com Bihar School Examination Board (BSEB) has started receiving Online Application forms for Class 11 (Intermediate) Amission 2026 through Online Facilitation System For Students (OFSS) website (www.ofssbihar.info).
(2026-04-20). Conservatives Stand Tommy Robinson-Supporting Candidate Who Called Boris Johnson a 'Traitorous Scumbag'. bylinetimes.com 
The Conservative Party has been urged to sack one of its candidates after a Byline Times investigation found he had praised Tommy Robinson, demanded mass deportations and called the party's former Prime Minister Boris Johnson, a "traitorous scumbag" who will be "jailed the second we take power." | Nathan Smith, who is standing to become a Conservative councillor in Harrow in next month's local elections, also posted his support for Rupert Lowe, who leads the far-right Restore Britain party, describing him as "the only MP who fights for us". | The revelations follow the party being forced to suspend another one…
(2026-04-20). EV Industry Reached $70 Billion In Losses In 2024 Due To Delusional Green Ideologies. wattsupwiththat.com The economic consequences are profound. The crisis is leading to production cuts, halted projects, and increased uncertainty for employees and suppliers. High raw material prices and the lack of "economies of scale" (due to low volume) mean that manufacturers are struggling with low margins and overcapacity.
(2026-04-20). 'Pigs as Pets': New Tool to Intimidate Indian Muslims. ummid.com In Delhi's Tri Nagar, some Hindu families appear to have embraced a new form of devotion and a way to deter Muslim neighbours — pigs.
(2026-04-20). JEE Main 2026 Session 2 Result: When and Where to Check. ummid.com The National Testing Agency (NTA) is releasing on the official website 'jeemain.nta.nic.in' the result, along with the list of toppers and All India Rank (AIR) list of successful candidates, who appeared in the JEE Main 2026 Session 2 conducted in the month of April 2026.
(2026-04-20). Chicago Teachers Lead May Day 'Shutdown': Can This Spark a General Strike? thealtworld.com Chicago is gearing up for a May 1 International Workers' Day shutdown, and the Chicago Teachers Union is leading the charge. CTU president Stacy Davis Gates joins Breakthrough's Amanda Yee to explain why the union is calling for a national day of action under the banner of "no work, no school, no shopping" to protest Trump and ICE "terrorism." | Davis Gates discusses how Trump's cuts to SNAP, Medicaid, and education — while funneling billions into ICE and wars abroad — are already hurting Chicago's students and families. She connects the fight for sanctuary schools, the legacy of enslaved Africans' ge…
(2026-04-20). Bereaved Covid Families Demand Nigel Farage Sack Conspiracy Theory Reform Candidates. bylinetimes.com Families who lost loved ones in the Covid pandemic have written to Nigel Farage, after a Byline Times' investigation revealed that one of the party's local election candidates branded the coronavirus crisis a "staged event" and an "operation" led by the US military. | Covid-19 Bereaved Families for Justice have now written to Reform calling on them to remove any candidate found to have "promoted Covid or vaccine conspiracy theories, make clear that it disowns those views, and explain what steps it is taking to root this problem out of the party." | Writing in the Journal of 9/11 Studies in September last year,…
(2026-04-20). UK Green Party suspends Jewish activist after Israel criticism. newarab.com 
The The Canary reported that Greenstein's suspension was approved by the Green Party's regional council by 11 votes to 1, with the basis of the decision being what the party described as a "history of antisemitism, including court decisions and recent terror…
(2026-04-20). WB 10th Madhyamik Result 2026 Date Confirmed – Read Circular. ummid.com The West Bengal Board of Secondary Education (WBBSE) has officialy confirmed the date to announce the result of the Class 10 Madhyamik board exam 2026.
(2026-04-20). Japanese protesters rally against government's militarization push. ecns.cn More than 30,000 Japanese protesters rallied on Sunday around Japan's parliament building, opposing the push made by Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi's government to lift restrictions on arms exports, amend the pacifist constitution, and other dangerous moves toward remilitarization.
(2026-04-20). Bahraini king orders citizenship to be stripped from 'traitors'. newarab.com 
King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa of Bahrain on Sunday ordered the launch of legal proceedings against those he described as "traitors," including measures to strip Bahraini citizenship from anyone proven to have been involved in "harming the country's security and stability". | The directive came as the king met with a number of senior officials, where regional tensions, particularly the fallout from the King Hamad said the state would move forward "with full firmness" in addressing the consequences of the current p…
(2026-04-20). Egypt court voids Baha'i marriage amid discrimination concerns. newarab.com 
In its decision, the Court of Cassation stated that the Baha'i faith "is not considered one of the divinely revealed religions recognised by the Egyptian state", and therefore "cannot be registered or acknowledged in official documents issued by government agencies",…
(2026-04-20). Ronaldo's 969th career goal sets course for Al-Nassr's win over Al-Wasl. ummid.com Cristiano Ronaldo's 969th career goal set the course for Al-Nassr's victory over Al-Wasl in AFC Champions League Two (ACL Two) Quarter-Final Sunday April 19, 2026.
(2026-04-20). Parents warned after rat poison found in baby food. ecns.cn Parents in Austria have been warned that a popular brand of baby food has been contaminated with rat poison.
(2026-04-20). One Nation emergence a further move away from the two-party system. independentaustralia.net 
(2026-04-20). FBI Director Kash Patel sues Atlantic for 'false' reporting on drinking. aljazeera.com The Atlantic defends its reporting as Kash Patel denies allegations and files a $250m US defamation lawsuit.
(2026-04-20). UK's Starmer admits should never have named Mandelson as US envoy. geo.tv 
British Prime Minister Keir Starmer leaves after the multinational virtual summit and press conference at the Elysee Presidential Palace in Paris, France, April 17, 2026.— Reuters/File Embattled Prime Minister Keir Starmer said on Monday he had been wrong to appoint Labour…
(2026-04-20). Rosenberg Fund for Children celebrates 35 years supporting activist families. peoplesworld.org 
NORTHAMPTON, Mass.—The call of "Stronger Together, Solidarity Forever" echoed through the main hall of First Churches in downtown Northampton, Mass., on April 11 as over 200 people gathered to celebrate the 35th anniversary of the Rosenberg Fund for Children (RFC). Founded in 1990 by Robert Meeropol, son of Ethel and Julius Rosenberg, the Rosenberg Fund …
(2026-04-20). US naval blockade violates ceasefire, UN charter. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Apr. 20 (MNA) — President Masoud Pezeshkian told Pakistan's PM that the US naval blockade of Iran is a clear ceasefire violation and contradicts the UN Charter.
(2026-04-20). As Fuel Protests Sweep Ireland, the Left Points to Imperialism as the Culprit. truthout.org As of April 16, the International Energy Agency reported that Europe has around six weeks left of jet fuel amid the ongoing war on Iran. This comes on the heels of a seven-day long blockade of major roadways by a decentralized coalition of farmers, truckers, agricultural contractors, and others in protest of skyrocketing fuel prices in Ireland. The country grinded to a halt as protesters also… |
(2026-04-20). Gauteng Health urges vigilance as Malaria cases increase. sanews.gov.za Gauteng Health urges vigilance as Malaria cases increase | The Gauteng Department of Health has urged residents to remain vigilant and seek immediate medical attention if they experience Malaria-like symptoms. | This after the department reported an uptick in cases of the potentially life-threatening disease in the province. | "Recent surveillance data indicate a worrying rise in both malaria infections and fatalities, underscoring the urgent need for strengthened surveillance, early detection and prompt treatment to prevent loss of life. | "The department urges residents to remain vigilant and seek immediate med…
(2026-04-20). Eco-Luxury: The New Normal in Premium Housing. ummid.com Luxury townships following the eco-luxury blueprint generally do not advertise the details mentioned here, as they are expected to have them as a matter of course.
(2026-04-20). EU to restore Syria cooperation pact ahead of May talks: What to know. al-monitor.com The European Union has proposed the full resumption of a decades-old cooperation agreement with Syria ahead of high-level talks next month.
(2026-04-20). Magyar says would carry out ICC warrant against Netanyahu. newarab.com 
Hungary's incoming prime minister In 2024, the ICC issued an arrest warrant for Netanyahu over allegations of crimes against humanity and war crimes – including…
(2026-04-20). Cuba thanks European Left for support against U.S. blockade. radiohc.cu Cuba has thanked the European Left party for its support of a recent resolution condemning the blockade imposed on the island nation by the United States government. | The document recognizes the serious damage caused to the Cuban people by the intensification of the blockade and the current energy embargo, Foreign Minister Bruno Rodríguez Parrilla stated on social media. | Cuba's foreign minister also emphasized that the political group, which unites democratic parties of the alternative and progressive left in Europe, also called for an end to the threats from the US government against Cuba. | Solidarity and re…
(2026-04-20). Failed diplomacy and America's strategic retrenchment in Iran. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Apr. 20 (MNA) — Donald Trump's failed diplomacy and empty threats against Iran changed nothing. America's Iran misadventure exposed the growing gap between hegemonic ambition and strategic reality.
(2026-04-20). Cuba Needs Help Not Military Intervention. fpif.org In Cuba, hardship is not abstract. On my most recent visit, I watched residents use metal rods to probe beneath the pavement for water lines because municipal pump failures had left them scrambling for access to drinking water. | If U.S. policy is meant to help the Cuban people rather than merely punish the Cuban government, it should expand humanitarian channels that actually reach local communities. | I have traveled to Cuba in recent years through church mission partnerships, working with Cuban religious leaders and seminary leadership. Those visits have allowed me to see daily life beyond the official rhetori…
(2026-04-20). UK's Starmer to face grilling from MPs over Mandelson scandal. newarab.com 
Embattled Starmer, already widely unpopular with the public and many Labour MPs, is struggling to manage a controversy that has threatened his grip on power. | He faced fresh calls to quit last week…
(2026-04-20). In Pictures: 1st Batch of Hajj 2026 Pilgrims Arrive in Makkah, Madinah. ummid.com The first batch of pilgrims arrived in Makkah al Mukarramah and Madinah al Munawwarah as Hajj 2026 operations formally kicked off Saturday April 18, 2026.
(2026-04-20). Ex-Labour candidate gives support to Green Party "where change does happen" thecanary.co 
Ex-Labour candidate Faiza Shaheen has given her support to the Green Party in an interview with Laura Kuenssberg. Recognising that the majority of people wish to live in a society that cares for each other, Shaheen says people are choosing the Greens because it is where they can find real change. The May 7 local […] | By
(2026-04-20). Registration Starts for CBSE Class 10 Second Board Exam 2026. ummid.com The Central Board of Secondary Education has started registration of the candidates who wish to appear in the CBSE Class 10 Second Board Exam 2026 to be held in May this year.
(2026-04-20). Apple's Tim Cook to step down as CEO, handing reins to John Ternus. scmp.com Apple on Monday announced that Tim Cook will step down as the tech giant's chief executive officer in September, handing the top job to company veteran John Ternus. | The announcement answers long-simmering questions about a successor for 65-year-old Cook, who said he will become executive chairman of the board when he cedes Apple's CEO position.
(2026-04-20). Chinese toon bids savory farewell to spring. ecns.cn For Sun Lixin, a 68-year-old Beijing native who has spent more than half a century in the kitchen, few aromas are unfamiliar.Each spring, there is a particular one he waits for: the sharp, unmistakable scent of fresh Chinese toon shoots, rising suddenly and vividly with the season.
(2026-04-20). Is Anthropic the AI Messiah or a "Supply Chain Risk?" — Part 1. fairobserver.com Through her writing and media activism, journalist and author Karen Hao has become something of a celebrity as she energetically campaigns to bring down what she calls "The Empire of AI" (it's the title of her recent book). The book's subtitle, "Dreams and Nightmares in Sam Altman's OpenAI," reveals her focus on what she sees…
(2026-04-20). Seized Iranian ship likely carrying equipment deemed dual-use by US, sources say. al-monitor.com By Jonathan SaulLONDON, April 20 (Reuters) – The Iranian-flagged container ship Touska, which was boarded and seized by U.S. forces on Sunday, is likely to have what Washington deems dual-use items that could be used by the military onboard, maritime security sources said on Monday.
(2026-04-20). US labour secretary to leave Trump's cabinet amid misconduct investigations. scmp.com US Labour Secretary Lori Chavez-DeRemer is out of President Donald Trump's cabinet, the administration announced on Monday, after a series of alleged abuses of her position's power, including having an affair with a subordinate and drinking alcohol on the job. | Chavez-DeRemer is the third Trump cabinet member to leave her post after Trump fired his embattled homeland security secretary Kristi Noem in March and ousted Pam Bondi as attorney general earlier this month.
(2026-04-20). Pope Leo criticises exploitation by world's 'authoritarians' during Angola trip. scmp.com Pope Leo lamented during an event in Angola on Monday that many people in the world were being "exploited by authoritarians and defrauded by the rich", the latest example of a forceful new speaking style he has adopted on his ‚Äåfour-nation Africa tour. | The first US pope, who has drawn the ire of President Donald Trump with his more outspoken comments, told worshippers at a Mass in Saurimo, near the Democratic Republic of Congo border, that violence and oppression went against the Christian…
(2026-04-20). MPBSE 10th, 12th Results 2026 Out: Check Full List of Toppers. ummid.com MP Board 10th, 12th Results 2026: The Madhya Pradesh Board of School Education (MPBSE) has declared the Higher Secondary School Certificate (HSSC) Class 12 and High School Certificate (HSC) Class 10 Matric results 2026 along with the Merit List and names of toppers on its official website mpresults.nic.in.
(2026-04-20). World Cup referees need 'FIFA intervention' to obtain US visas. thecanary.co 
It seems that the 2026 World Cup has decided to break an old rule: that referees are the highest authority on the pitch. But the irony this time is that this very authority requires "external intervention" from FIFA simply to overcome an obstacle that has nothing to do with the whistle or video technology… but […] | By
(2026-04-20). Justice 4 For All! CFA & the Acquittal Of CSU Channel Island CFA Professor John Caravell. indybay.org CSU Channel Island professor John Caravello was framed up by ICE and the US "Justice" Department after he went to the Glass House to defend immigrants there. He was charged with throwing tear gas projectiles at the ICE agents. He talks about the defense campaign and the active support of the CFA, students and community.
(2026-04-20). Say No to the Verdi Collective Bargaining Agreement—Join the independent Transport Workers Action Committee. wsws.org All the hard-won social gains of the 20th century are to be abolished for the sake of war, not only in Germany, but in every country.
(2026-04-20). Religion Means Respect: Namita Thapar, abused over Namaz benefits, reminds Hindus. ummid.com Namita Thapar, a healthcare professional who is being abused for highlighting the benefits of Namaaz in a strongly worded message dropped on social media, reminded the Hindus about the importance of respect for all religions.
(2026-04-20). Costas Lapavitsas: A Topography of the New Dollar Imperialism. newleftreview.org Topography of the contemporary world economy as a system of subordination, structured by the primacy of Fed-backed dollar-liquidity and a world division of labour jointly configured by productive and financial capital, generating forms of peripheral financialization. Monetary dominance—ultimately underwritten by military force?
(2026-04-20). Could UAE tap US currency swap line as Iran war strains Gulf economies? al-monitor.com The Gulf country apparently wanted reassurances from Washington in case its economy is severely damaged by the Iran war.
(2026-04-20). NYPIRG's Stop Energy Hogs Tour. mediasanctuary.org NYPIRG is conducting a statewide bus tour to highlight the energy waste of AI data centers, which require a tremendous amount of energy, zapping electricity from the public grid. These energy hogs could lead to rising air pollution, industrial use of local clean water, and skyrocketing utility bills. Legislation calling for a moratorium on such data centers has been introduced. A data center is being proposed for the old Kenwood Convent / Doan Stuart school site in the South End of Albany. Eric Woods of Albany talks with Mark Dunlea for Hudson Mohawk Magazine.
(2026-04-20). Firestorm continues over HHS Secretary's call to "re-parent" Black children. peoplesworld.org 
WASHINGTON—The issue of forced removal of Black children from their homes exploded last week during congressional testimony, where Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. was questioned about his 2024 remarks that Black children being treated with mental health medications should be taken away from their parents and placed in new homes. In …
(2026-04-20). Memorial Day 2026: 174 IDF soldiers, 79 Israeli civilians killed in past year. haaretz.com According to National Insurance Institute data, since 1851 — the date chosen as the beginning of the pre-state Jewish community in what is now Israel — 5,313 civilians have been killed. Of these, 3,762 have been killed since the War of Independence in 1948, including 1,017 who were killed since the October 7 attack…
(2026-04-20). Muckrakers Media Freedom: Celebrating the Izzy Award. projectcensored.org This week on the program, we celebrate Independent Media and press freedom with Izzy Fest 2026 and the 18th annual Izzy Award named after the legendary muckraker, I.F. Stone.
| First up, we have documentary filmmaker Abby Martin of Empire Files who is sharing the Izzy Award this year for her documentary Earths Greatest Enemy about how the Pentagon is the worlds greatest polluter and why we must all act to reverse the global damage caused by US military.
| Next up Izzy judge and professor Victor Pickard discusses the state of our free press, the challenges journalists face from the current administrati…
(2026-04-20). This week in history: April 20-26. wsws.org Peru and CIA shoot down missionary aircraft; Socialist Party wins election in Portugal; Mass strikes in Spain against Franco dictatorship; Reza Khan crowned Shah of Iran.
(2026-04-20). FO Talks: The American Jury System Explained: Democracy or Illusion? fairobserver.com Editor-in-Chief Atul Singh and speaks with legal scholar Matthew Cavedon of the Cato Institute about the evolution and erosion of the American jury system. What began as a cornerstone of democratic participation has, they argue, become a marginal feature of a highly bureaucratized legal process. They trace how juries once embodied community judgment and ask…
(2026-04-20). Erdogan promises tighter gun controls after deadly Turkey school attacks. al-monitor.com ANKARA, April 20 (Reuters) – Turkey will tighten gun-ownership rules and increase penalties for owners whose children find the firearms, President Tayyip Erdogan said on Monday after last week's rare, deadly school shootings.The second of the two separate attacks by students last week killed eight pupils and a teacher in a southeastern province of Kahramanmaras, shocking a nation in which such school-based violence is very rare.Erdogan said the government will also take additional steps to monitor the internet as part of its response to the incidents.
(2026-04-20). Operation Shanela II nets over 1 000 suspects. sanews.gov.za Operation Shanela II nets over 1 000 suspects | Over 1000 suspects across the various parts of Gauteng were nabbed in Operation Shanela II operations this past weekend, the South African Police Service (SAPS) said on Monday. ⚪ Conducted from 17-19 April, the operation resulted in the arrest of 1031 suspects for various crimes. | The arrests were made across all five districts in the province, namely: Johannesburg, Tshwane, Ekurhuleni West Rand and Sedibeng. ⚪ According to police, 307 of the arrests were effected by visible policing and they include 103 illegal immigrants. Fifty-four individuals were nabbed fo…
(2026-04-20). 'Save humanity': Four figures battling it out to lead embattled UN. geo.tv 
(2026-04-20). Fiji police confirm murder probe launched into death of man in military custody. asiapacificreport.nz 
By Margot Staunton, RNZ Pacific senior journalist The Fiji Police Force has launched a murder investigation following the death of wellknown drug pusher Jone Vakarisi, who died in military custody on Thursday. Police spokesperson Ana Naisoro told RNZ Pacific that "investigators are gathering intelligence to establish the facts and circumstances surrounding the victim's death". "The…
(2026-04-20). Wembanyama makes history as Spurs defeat Blazers in Game 1. aljazeera.com Victor Wembanyama set a new San Antonio record for the most points in a playoff debut as the Spurs outlast Portland.
(2026-04-20). Phase I of Canton Fair attracts 167,000 overseas buyers. ecns.cn The first phase of the 139th China Import and Export Fair, also known as the Canton Fair, closed on Sunday with a record number of overseas buyers.
(2026-04-20). Beyond Einstein: From "Why Socialism?" to Why not Egalitarianism? indybay.org Humanity is capable of going beyond the predatory phase of society and obtaining true equality…
(2026-04-20). AP IPE Inter 2026 1st, 2nd Results Out: Pass Percentage, Toppers Details. ummid.com The Board of Intermediate Education Andhra Pradesh (BIEAP) has announced the results of 1st and 2nd year (Class 11th and 12th) Intermediate Public Examination (IPE) 2026 on its official website resultsbie.ap.gov.in.
(2026-04-20). Aldi DX tech workers in Germany fight job cuts: Form a rank-and-file committee! wsws.org 2,000 workers gathered at Aldi DX IT in Essen to elect a board to carry out the works council election, with many determined to fight job cuts and deteriorating working conditions.
(2026-04-20). Government provides update on Operation Vulindlela. sanews.gov.za Government provides update on Operation Vulindlela | Government will provide the fourth update on Phase II of Operation Vulindlela during a briefing on Wednesday in Johannesburg, reflecting on the progress of the structural reforms being implemented to support more rapid and inclusive economic growth. | The briefing will provide an overview of progress made to date, highlight key reform milestones, and facilitate discussions on the economic implications and opportunities arising from the reform agenda. | Operation Vulindlela is a joint initiative of the Presidency and the National Treasury to accelerate the imple…
(2026-04-20). Indian media: As many as 18 people killed in massive explosion at TN's firecracker unit. ecns.cn Indian media: As many as 18 people killed in massive explosion at TNs firecracker unit.
(2026-04-20). Woman arrested in US for trafficking arms to Sudan for Iran. newarab.com 
(2026-04-20). Thursday 5/14: AFSCME 3299 UCSF Strike at St. Francis & St. indybay.org St. Francis & St. Mary's Hospital in San Francisco…
(2026-04-20). Shin Bet Chief joins defense minister in stalling charges against Likud lawmaker. haaretz.com Defense Minister Israel Katz, who has for months refused to sign a confidentiality document needed to advance charges against Tally Gotliv, asked Shin Bet chief David Zini to waive it. Weeks later, the agency says the issue is still 'under review'…
(2026-04-20). France's Macron to meet with Lebanon's PM in Paris on Tuesday: Elysee. ecns.cn Frances Macron to meet with Lebanons PM in Paris on Tuesday: Elysee.
(2026-04-20). Islamic Resistance: Previously Planted Explosives Devastate Israeli Armored Convoy Between Taybeh and Deir Siryan. english.almanar.com.lb Islamic Resistance fighters detonated pre-positioned explosive devices against an Israeli enemy armored convoy traveling between the towns of Taybeh and Deir Siryan on Sunday, April 19, 2026, according to a statement released by the military media. The convoy, consisting of eight Israeli armored vehicles, was moving from Taybeh toward the old Al-Sal'a site in Deir …
(2026-04-20). Hungary's incoming PM says Netanyahu would be arrested if he visits. aljazeera.com Hungary's election winner says he would enact an ICC arrest warrant for Israeli PM Benjamin Netanyahu and detain him.
(2026-04-20). Thursday 4/30: International Hotel: The Struggle for Housing Justice. indybay.org St. James Church ~ 4620 California St (between 8th & 9th Ave)…
(2026-04-20). North Korea tests-fires short-range ballistic missiles. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Apr. 20 (MNA) — North Korea announced Monday that it had test-fired five short-range Hwasongpho-11 Ra surface-to-surface tactical ballistic missiles following reports by South Korea and Japan of launches toward the East Sea.
(2026-04-20). As barbed wire blocks kids from class, Palestinians stage 'Freedom School'. aljazeera.com Children from Umm al-Khair in the occupied West Bank protest after setters erect a fence blocking access to school.
(2026-04-20). Colombia discovered plot to assassinate frontrunner in election race: Govt. colombiareports.com Authorities allegedly discovered a plot to assassinate the frontrunner in Colombia's presidential election race, the leftist Senator Ivan Cepeda. The alleged plot was revealed by President Gustavo Petro and confirmed by Defense Minister Pedro Sanchez nine months after the assassination of Senator Miguel Uribe, who sought to become Cepeda's opponent on the far-right. In a …
(2026-04-20). Xi Ruochen: In Search of Good Books. newleftreview.org Where might Chinese-language readers hungry for critical histories and marginalized voices find such books? A history of Sinosphere publishing, charting the relationship between Hong Kong and the Mainland within a broader media ecology from the Revolution to the present.
(2026-04-20). WI GOP Gov Candidate Mocks Dem Over Her Factual Observations on Climate Crisis. truthout.org A Republican candidate for Wisconsin governor scoffed at the concerns of a Democratic state lawmaker regarding the climate crisis, following an atypical series of hail and tornado storms that hit the state last week. On Tuesday, April 14, Wisconsin State Secretary of State Sarah Godlewski (D) shared a video of her watching a storm from the front deck of her home. Godlewski… |
(2026-04-20). KVS Balvatika Admission 2026: 2nd List Published, Where to Check. ummid.com Kendriya Vidyalaya Admission 2026-27 List: The Kendriya Vidyalaya Sangathan (KVS) has released on its website www.kvsangathan.nic.in the KV Admission Second List (2nd lottery result) of Balvatika-1 & 3 and Class 1 for the academic year 2026-27.
(2026-04-20). Hajj 2026: Pilgrims asked to confirm flight booking online. ummid.com The Haj Committee of India (HCoI) has asked all pilgrims embarking to Makkah for Hajj 2026 to confirm online the flight booking allotted to them.
(2026-04-20). California's Regressive Rooftop Solar Policy Hit With Second Appeal to State Supreme Court. commondreams.org The Center for Biological Diversity, The Protect Our Communities Foundation and the Environmental Working Group have
(2026-04-20). Delimitation Bill 2026 tabled as Parliament's Special Session begins. ummid.com The Narendra Modi-led BJP government tabled on the first day of the Parliament's Special Session Thursday April 16, 2026 three bills to implement 33% women's reservation in legislature, delimitation, and increase number of seats for Union Territories.
(2026-04-20). Ante cualquier agresión, como en Girón, °Venceremos! cubadebate.cu Nuevamente Girón nos convoca. Un Girón que no fue solo una batalla; fue la voluntad irrevocable del pueblo de que Cuba jamás se arrodillaría ante el poder imperial. Aquí, en abril de 1961, se selló con sangre y coraje la decisión de ser libres, una victoria que es presente y un compromiso con el futuro.
(2026-04-20). México: Miles de personas participaron en Maratón Cultural en Solidaridad con Cuba en el Monumento a la Revolución. cubadebate.cu Con una amplia participación popular se desarrolló el "Maratón Cultural Antifascista", convocado por la Liga Cultural Antifascista en el Monumento a la Revolución de Ciudad de México. El evento reunió a organizaciones sociales, fuerzas políticas, cubanos residentes, artistas y público en general en una jornada de solidaridad internacionalista.
(2026-04-20). Robots chinos cautivan con danza tecnológica en Fuzhou y consolidan su liderazgo global. radiohc.cu 
Vísperas de la IX Cumbre Digital de China, que tendrá lugar en la ciudad de Fuzhou del 29 al 30 de abril, una espectacular presentación de robots bailando ha deslumbrado al público local. Este acto artístico no solo marcó el inicio de los preparativos para la cumbre, sino que también simboliza el vertiginoso avance tecnológico de China en el sector robótico, una industria que se consolida como motor clave de su economía y presencia internacional. | Según datos aportados por la autoridad aduanera china, durante el primer trimestre de 2026, el 60 % de las exportaciones del país correspondieron a productos eléctrico…
(2026-04-20). Mis influencers (Parte III): Julián Iglesias y los soldaditos de plomo. cubadebate.cu La primera vez que entré a la casa de Julián Iglesias lo hice movido por la curiosidad de niño. Vivía pared con pared a la nuestra, pero su puerta se abría muy poco y cuando lo estaba apenas se veía hacia adentro, pues los bombillos escaseaban en medio de una sala llena de libros hasta el techo. Literalmente hasta el techo.
(2026-04-20). Miles de mexicanos reafirmaron solidaridad con Cuba (+ Fotos). cubadebate.cu Legisladores federales y locales, autoridades políticas y de gobierno del Estado de México, y amigos presentes, reafirmaron hoy en Toluca el apoyo y la solidaridad con Cuba, en representación del sentir del pueblo mexicano, a la vez que coreaban las consignas "Cuba no está sola" y "Cuba sí, yanquis no".
(2026-04-20). Cuba e India impulsan cooperación para producción de arroz y otras áreas estratégicas. radiohc.cu Avanzar en la conexión entre empresas cubanas e indias vinculadas a la producción de alimentos fue el objetivo de la videoconferencia que el fin de semana sostuvo la Cámara de Comercio de la República de Cuba (CCRC) con la Asociación de Exportadores de Arroz de Chhattisgarh (TREACG), de ese país. Por la parte india participaron el Doctor Mukesh Jain y Rajiv Bajaj, presidente y director ejecutivo de dicha institución, respectivamente, y por la isla caribeña, además de funcionarios de la CCRC, directivos de las empresas Alimport y Emproal S.R.L. Según señala la Cámara en su perfil de Facebook, uno de los puntos ese…
(2026-04-20). Michael: Un biopic sobre Michael Jackson supervisado por su familia. cubadebate.cu Un biopic supervisado por la familia Jackson repasa la primera parte de la vida de Michael Jackson y su ascenso al éxito, aunque no aborda los aspectos más polémicos que rodearon al cantante. Michael, que se estrena esta semana en España y Latinoamérica, y aspira a rivalizar con el biopic musical Bohemian Rhapsody (2018), sobre Freddie Mercury.
(2026-04-20). Huge demonstration on Sunday in Madrid to support Cuba. radiohc.cu Hundreds of people participated on Sunday in a demonstration in support of Cuba and against the United States blockade, marching through areas of downtown Madrid. | The march, which took place from the Atocha roundabout to the Plaza de la Provincia, next to the Plaza Mayor, included songs, slogans, and the display of signs demanding an end to the White House's hostility toward the Caribbean island. | The State Movement of Solidarity with Cuba (MESC) in Spain organized the demonstration under the slogan "For the end of the United States blockade against Cuba." | Sixty-nine solidarity associations and groups across…
(2026-04-20). Estados Unidos incautó un buque iraní en el Mar de Omán. cubadebate.cu Fuerzas estadounidenses incautaron este domingo un buque de carga iraní en el golfo de Omán, en medio de bloqueo del estrecho de Ormuz por Washington. El cuartel general militar Hazrat Khatam al-Anbiya confirmó este ataque reivindicado por el ejército de EE.UU. en un comunicado difundido por la agencia de noticias Tasnim.
(2026-04-20). El próximo 2 de mayo comenzará la Liga Élite del Beisbol Cubano. cubadebate.cu A pesar de la situación que vive el país por el recrudecimiento del bloqueo impuesto por Estados Unidos, a partir del 2 de mayo Cuba desplegará la IV Liga Élite de Beisbol, por lo que representa la pelota en el imaginario popular cubano, por estar asida a las raíces culturales y de identidad nacional, y porque es un reclamo del pueblo.
(2026-04-20). The Hour of the Monsters: The Obscene Darkness of a Politician. radiohc.cu By Raúl Antonio Capote | During the final day of the 5th International Patria Colloquium, the second edition of the book "Rubio: An Uncontrollable Mythomaniac," by the prominent Cuban journalist Hedelberto López Blanch, was presented. | This edition, published by Nuevo Milenio and the Editorial de Ciencias Sociales with the support of Resumen Latinoamericano, was presented to a group of young Europeans and Latin Americans attending the 5th International Patria Colloquium, held from April 16 to 18, 2026, at the Estación Cultural de Línea y 18, Havana. | With masterful skill, Hedelberto exposes the inner workings o…
(2026-04-20). Burkina Faso: Crackdown on Civil Society. hrw.org Click to expand Image | Burkina Faso soldiers patrol aboard a pickup truck on the road from Dori to the Goudebo refugee camp, on February 3, 2020. | © 2020 OLYMPIA DE MAISMONT/AFP via Getty Images…
(2026-04-20). Meeting between Cuban and U.S. delegations confirmed. radiohc.cu This morning, Granma newspaper inquired about recent foreign press reports concerning meetings between U.S. and Cuban officials in Havana. | Alejandro García del Toro, Deputy Director General in charge of U.S. Affairs at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MINREX), gave a statement to Granma regarding the matter. | García del Toro stated: "It is a sensitive matter that, as we have said, we are handling with discretion. | But I can confirm that a meeting between Cuban and U.S. delegations was recently held here in Cuba. The U.S. delegation included Assistant Secretaries of State, and the Cuban delegation included rep…
(2026-04-20). Tony Wood: A Bolivarian Republic of Letters? newleftreview.org Tony Wood on Julio Cortázar, Carlos Fuentes, Gabriel García Márquez and Mario Vargas Llosa, Las cartas del Boom. Correspondence between four titans of the midcentury Latin American novel.
(2026-04-20). Reform's Tory defectors set to lose their seats to actual Tories. thecanary.co 
When the Tories started defecting to Reform UK en masse, the reason for them doing so was obvious. Reform were riding high in the polls while the Conservative Party was sinking lower and lower. Ironically, Reform have dropped in the polls since accepting these Tory defectors. Reform sold themselves as an alternative to the Labour-Conservative […] | By