(2026-02-16). Who Fears the Truth? The Deep Fake Campaign to Silence Francesca Albanese on the Gaza Genocide. juancole.com
(2026-02-16). Apple Just Bought A Sinister 'Pre-Speech' Tech Company Implicated In Genocide. scheerpost.com Nate Bear for Do Not Panic Substack Apple has paid nearly $2 billion for a 'pre-speech' tech company whose employees helped Israel commit genocide in Gaza. And Apple has paid this money, the second-biggest deal in its history, for a company that doesn't have a product, doesn't have any revenues and whose website is a …
(2026-02-16). Campaigns Against Occupation and Genocide Are Winning Divestment of Israel Bonds. truthout.org On Nov. 19, 2025, members of Break the Bonds NC, a coalition of Palestine Solidarity organizations, spoke at a North Carolina Investment Authority board meeting to demand the state pension fund divest from all Israeli government bonds. Immediately after the meeting, the state treasurer's office emailed a link of the pension's holdings to Ari Rosenberg, a lead Break the Bonds NC organizer. The $6.7… |
(2026-02-16). Wednesday 2/18: Webinar: Faith in a Time of Genocide: A Moment of Truth for the Worldwide Church. indybay.org Zoom | palestine.events/18Feb2026…
(2026-02-16). Apocalypse: Lifting of the Veil. dissidentvoice.org 
We are living through an age where genocide, oppression and the moral breakdown of humanity, is being revealed live on our television and mobile screens. Hostile actions that were once conducted in the shadows are no longer overt but openly covert. Targeted assassination of leaders, journalists, aid workers and doctors deemed to be in opposition, …
(2026-02-16). Unity Against Genocide stands against injustice and UK complicity. thecanary.co 
A group of Muslims, Jews, Christians and people of no religious faith will display placards outside the Supreme Court and the Home Office, in an act of peaceful civil resistance to injustice. They are calling for an end to the Genocide and an end to the government's appeal of the judicial review ruling that the […] | By
(2026-02-16). Pakistan denounces Israel's settlement expansion in West Bank. tribune.com.pk 
Pakistan has strongly condemned Israel's latest move to convert areas of the Occupied West Bank into state property and expand illegal settlement activities, according to a statement issued by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs. | "Such steps are in clear violation of international law as well as relevant United Nations Security Council and General Assembly resolutions, and must be rejected by the international community," it stated. | üîäPR No.4Ô∏è‚É£3Ô∏è‚É£/2Ô∏è‚É£0Ô∏…
(2026-02-16). Friday 2/20: Calling Party for Gaza. indybay.org Zoom | www.codepink.org/cp220…
(2026-02-16). Arundhati Roy boycotts Berlinale 2026 in solidarity with Gaza. ummid.com Author Arundhati Roy has pulled out of the 76th annual Berlin International Film Festival, usually called the Berlinale, following the comments reportedly made by members of the festival jury regarding Gaza, Palestine.
(2026-02-16). From Gaza to Cuba: How Canada Remains the World's Most Tactful Bystander. counterpunch.org 
The world is witnessing yet another manufactured humanitarian catastrophe unfolding in plain sight in Cuba. This crisis is not the result of any internal collapse or mismanagement. It is the deliberate outcome of United States policy, a policy of collective punishment designed to impose economic suffocation on an entire population to extract political change. President
(2026-02-16). MSF suspends some Gaza hospital work over presence of gunmen, suspected weapons transfers, group says. al-monitor.com Feb 14 (Reuters) – Medecins Sans Frontieres has halted "non-critical" medical activities at a major hospital in southern Gaza following reports from patients and its own staff of armed men inside the facility and concerns over the movement of weapons within it.MSF's statement appeared to mark the first time that an international humanitarian group in Gaza has publicly reported the presence of armed men in a hospital or the possible use of such a facility for moving weapons.
(2026-02-16). Netanyahu Aide Says Israel Will Give Hamas 60-Day Deadline To Disarm. news.antiwar.com An aide to Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said on Monday that Israel will give Hamas a 60-day deadline to disarm, and if it doesn't, Israel will restart its full-scale bombing campaign in Gaza. Israeli Cabinet Secretary Yossi Fuchs said at a conference in Jerusalem that it was unclear when the 60-day deadline would begin, …
(2026-02-16). Indonesia Prepares 1,000 Troops To Be Deployed to Gaza by April for Potential International Force. news.antiwar.com Indonesia is preparing 1,000 troops to deploy to Gaza as part of a potential peacekeeping force by April, a spokesman for the country's military told Reuters. Indonesia has said it could potentially deploy a total of 8,000 troops to the besieged Palestinian territory, and the spokesman said the full force will be ready by June. …
(2026-02-16). Indonesia will send 1000 soldiers to Gaza in April. albawaba.com 
ALBAWABA – An Indonesian military spokesperson said Monday that the country is planning to send 1,000 troops to Gaza by early April.The spokesperson further mentioned that the army will prepare to have 8,000 soldiers in the Gaza Strip by June as part of the peacekeeping forces.The Indonesian Ministry of Foreign Affairs, in a lengthy statement on the matter, affirmed that any potential Indonesian participation in the international stabilization force in the Palestinian territories is entirely subject to Indonesian national decision-making and is based on the mandate of UN Security Council Resolution 2803 (2025), a…
(2026-02-16). Gaza: Casualties in Khan Younis, Shelling in Bureij and Jabalia. english.almanar.com.lb Gaza Strip is witnessing a significant escalation in Israeli attacks, with ongoing airstrikes, artillery shelling, and gunfire targeting residential areas, resulting in civilian casualties. This morning, a Palestinian was martyred in an Israeli airstrike targeting the Shuja'iyya neighborhood east of Gaza City. Several Palestinians were also injured by gunfire from Israeli military vehicles targeting the …
(2026-02-16). Iran's IRGC begins naval drills in Strait of Hormuz on eve of US-Iran talks. al-monitor.com The drills come as a second US carrier is heading to the region amid US President Trump's threats to use military force if Tehran does not agree to restrictions on its nuclear program during indirect negotiations mediated by Oman.
(2026-02-16). Separate talks on Iran and Ukraine-Russia set for Tuesday in Geneva, source says. al-monitor.com PALM BEACH, Florida, Feb 13 (Reuters) – Two sets of diplomatic negotiations, on Ukraine and Iran, are set to take place in Geneva on Tuesday, a source briefed on the matter told Reuters on Friday.A U.S. delegation including envoys Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner will meet with the Iranians on Tuesday morning, the source said. Representatives from Oman will be on hand and mediate the U.S.-Iran contacts, the source said.Witkoff and Kushner will then participate in trilateral talks with representatives from Russia and Ukraine in the afternoon, the source said.
(2026-02-16). foreign minister will meet IAEA chief ahead of nuclear talks. al-monitor.com DUBAI, Feb 16 (Reuters) – Iran's foreign minister Abbas Araqchi said he will meet the UN nuclear watchdog chief on Monday, ahead of U.S.-Iran nuclear talks to tackle their dispute over Tehran's nuclear programme and avert conflict as U.S. warships deploy to the Middle East.The two sides held indirect talks earlier this month in Oman. "I am in Geneva with real ideas to achieve a fair and equitable deal. What is not on the table: submission before threats," Araqchi said on X.
(2026-02-16). Netanyahu says any US-Iran deal must dismantle Tehran's nuclear infrastructure. tribune.com.pk 
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said on Sunday that any US agreement with Iran must include the complete dismantling of Tehran's nuclear infrastructure, not merely a halt to uranium enrichment. | Speaking at the annual Conference of Presidents of Major American Jewish Organizations, Netanyahu said he conveyed the same position to US President Donald Trump during talks last week. | "There shall be no enrichment capability — not stopping the enrichment process, but dismantling the equipment and the infrastructure that allows you to enrich in the first place," he said, adding that enriched materia…
(2026-02-16). Erdoƒüan's visit to Saudi Arabia and Egypt; Foreign Minister Fidan talks on Iran; the Epstein Files. uwidata.com In Türkiye last week, President Recep Tayyip Erdoƒüan's visits to Saudi Arabia and Egypt topped the national agenda. Another major talking point came from Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan who made remarks on Iran during a television program. And the Epstein Files, together with the whole world, was a topic of the Turkish public. Erdoƒüan's visit …
(2026-02-16). Iran foreign minister met IAEA chief ahead of nuclear talks. tribune.com.pk 
Iran's foreign minister met with the UN nuclear watchdog chief on Monday, ahead of talks between Washington and Tehran aimed at resolving a nuclear dispute, with few clear signs of compromise from either side and the threat of US military action looming. | Washington, which joined Israel in a wave of air strikes on Iran in June, has ordered a second aircraft carrier group to the Middle East in the latest standoff with Tehran, in addition to other US warships and aircraft that have already been deployed. | Adding to the tension, Iran began a military drill on Monday in the Strait of Hormuz, a vital internationa…
(2026-02-16). foreign minister says he will meet IAEA director on Monday. al-monitor.com DUBAI, Feb 16 (Reuters) – Iran's foreign minister Abbas Araqchi said he will meet with the director of the UN nuclear watchdog on Monday, the day before a second round of U.S.-Iran nuclear talks in Geneva. Iran and the U.S. renewed negotiations earlier this month to tackle their decades-long dispute over Tehran's nuclear programme and avert a new military confrontation as U.S. warships, including a second aircraft carrier, are deploying to the region.
(2026-02-16). Iran says US on nuclear issue, as Guards begin drills in Hormuz Strait. al-monitor.com Iran said on Monday that the United States's position on Iran's nuclear programme "has moved towards a more realistic one", a day ahead of a second round of US-Iranian talks in Geneva.Tehran's foreign minister arrived in Geneva for the new round of indirect negotiations with the US, as the Revolutionary Guards began military drills in the Strait of Hormuz, a vital shipping lane for oil and gas.
(2026-02-16). Iranian FM says he will meet IAEA director today. tribune.com.pk 
Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araqhchi said he will meet with the director of the UN nuclear watchdog on Monday, the day before a second round of US-Iran nuclear talks in Geneva. | Iran and the US renewed negotiations earlier this month to tackle their decades-long dispute over Tehran's nuclear programme and avert a new military confrontation as US warships, including a second aircraft carrier, are deploying to the region. | "I am in Geneva with real ideas to achieve a fair and equitable deal. What is not on the table: submission before threats," Araqhchi said on X. | Joined by nuclear experts, I will meet @r…
(2026-02-16). Trump says he will be involved indirectly in Iran talks. al-monitor.com By Steve HollandABOARD AIR FORCE ONE, Feb 16 (Reuters) – U.S. President Donald Trump said on Monday that he would be involved "indirectly" in talks between Iran and the U.S. over Tehran's nuclear program set to begin on Tuesday in Geneva, adding he believed Tehran wanted to make a deal."I'll be involved in those talks, indirectly. And they'll be very important," Trump told reporters aboard Air Force One.
(2026-02-16). Iran Offers Compromise On Enrichment In Exchange For Sanctions Relief. popularresistance.org Iran has offered to compromise uranium enrichment in exchange for sanctions relief, putting the "ball in America's court" amid ongoing negotiations with the US to avoid war. | In an interview with the BBC on 15 February, Iranian Deputy Foreign Minister Majid Takht-Ravanchi stated that Tehran had offered to dilute its 60 percent-enriched uranium in an effort to reach a compromise with the US President Donald Trump, who has been amassing US forces in the region in preparation for possible renewed attacks on the Islamic Republic. | "We are ready to discuss this and other issues related to our program if they are rea…
(2026-02-16). Marco Rubio urges Europe to resuscitate Western colonialism in bizarre speech. thecanary.co 
Marco Rubio, the U.S. Secretary of State and a bulwark of the Trump administration, gave a "disquieting" imperialist speech at the Munich Security Conference on Saturday to deflect from the Epstein files fallout. Journalist Ben Norton called the speech "a blatant call" by the US empire to resuscitate Western colonialism and recolonise the Global South. […] | By
(2026-02-16). Bannon, Epstein, Farage and Johnson and the Plot to 'Topple' Theresa May. bylinetimes.com 
Newly-released messages between the far-right former Trump adviser Steve Bannon and the late convicted paedophile Jeffrey Epstein, reveal how Bannon worked with Boris Johnson and Nigel Farage to "overthrow" Theresa May at the height of the 2018 Brexit crisis in the UK. | The messages begin in the days following Boris Johnson's resignation from May's Government over her 'Chequers Plan' for Brexit and show Bannon detailing his attempt to help remove the then Conservative Prime Minister from office. | In one message on 16 July 2018, Bannon, who had established a London base in a Mayfair hotel where he met with pr…
(2026-02-16). Human, All Too Inhuman, All Too Inhuman: The Epstein/MAGA World As The Will To Power. counterpunch.org 
The Epstein abominations, to state the obvious, are revealing, in lurid detail, hidden in plain sight, unnerving aspects of human nature; withal, what transpires during human sexuality is an analog, sublime and grotesque, redemptive and soul-decimating, of all things human. Epstein and his billionaire boys club exploitation of their victims are a microcosmic reflection of
(2026-02-16). Slovak minister resigns after Epstein message about Erdoƒüan meeting. albawaba.com ALBAWABA – The release of new documents from the Jeffrey Epstein files has sparked political debate in Europe. They show that Epstein and former Slovak Foreign Minister Miroslav Lajƒçák exchanged private messages shortly after Lajƒçák met with Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdoƒüan in 2018.The documents say that the exchange happened after Lajƒçák and Erdoƒüan met in private in Istanbul in November 2018. Epstein is said to have asked Lajƒçák if he had been given an Apple Watch "to record future conversations." Lajƒçák said no.People…
(2026-02-16). India Might Soon Replace Russian Oil with Venezuelan at Scale After All? globalresearch.ca A new US license is being interpreted as prohibiting Venezuelan energy companies from transactions with China among other countries, which if true, could lead to India purchasing the 642,000 barrels of oil per day that China imported on average last …
(2026-02-16). PSUV Deputy Clarifies to Far-Right Henrique Capriles Nature of Recent US 'Donation'. orinocotribune.com The first vice president of Venezuela's National Assembly, Pedro Infante, Infante's remark came in response to a comment made by far-right Deputy Henrique Capriles, who described the shipment of US medicine as "good news amid so many difficulties." | t.co/h647q9J…
(2026-02-16). A Venezuelan-Like Oil Blockade Against Iran. Would It Enable the US to "Divide-and-Rule" ? globalresearch.ca The
(2026-02-16). EU Commission to attend Board of Peace meeting as observer. al-monitor.com BRUSSELS, Feb 16 (Reuters) – EU Commissioner Dubravka Suica will travel to Washington this week to attend a meeting of the Board of Peace, as set up by U.S President Donald Trump, in her capacity as an observer, a spokesperson for the EU Commission said on Monday.
(2026-02-16). In Pictures: Setting Own Home on Fire, Cries of People as Dalmandi Bulldozed. ummid.com A Muslim trader poured petrol and set his own home on fire, and people cried for justice as local administration carried demolition drive in Dalmandi Market of Varanasi Monday February 09, 2026.
(2026-02-16). "The Number of Covid Deaths Are Being Padded" : US Hospitals Getting Paid More to Label Cause of Death as 'Coronavirus'. The CDC's "Probable" , "Likely" or "Presumed" Causes of Covid Death. globalresearch.ca Important article and interview. | Points to the over-counting of alleged Covid 19 deaths. | First published on April 15, 2020. | Among 2020 Most Popular Articles | See Part II: Update and analysis pertaining to the Identification of Covid related deaths. | *** | The …
(2026-02-16). Smithsonian Exhibit Highlights the Power and Joy of HBCUs. capitalbnews.org 
Photos by Kuwilileni Hauwanga/Capital B "Beautiful culture." "Beautiful art." "Great representation." Those are phrases museum goer Dajanae Prude, 28, used to describe the new Black college exhibit at National Museum of African American History. The exhibit uses sounds, artifacts, documentaries and pictures to tell the story of how historically Black colleges and universities have remained …
(2026-02-16). Bizarre plan for Universal Credit claimants to do litter picking. thecanary.co 
Clean Up Britain have come up with a new way to make claimants' lives hell. The national campaign announced on Twitter that they think unemployed people on Universal Credit should be forced to clean up litter — or else lose their benefit. Litter picking MD talks utter rubbish about Universal Credit claimants In the video, […] | By
(2026-02-16). AUKUS and the submarine illusion: Australia's $368 billion surrender. independentaustralia.net 
(2026-02-16). Putin's fiercest ally in NATO? Fico's brutal truths that left Rubio speechless on Ukraine & China. hindustantimes.com During a European tour, US Secretary of State Marco Rubio met Slovak Prime Minister Robert Fico, who promoted Slovakia as an ideal venue for future Ukraine peace talks. Fico, known for his pro-Russian stance, said the war's prolongation stems from additional military aid to Ukraine but praised US President Donald Trump as a pragmatic and rational leader. The leaders discussed strengthening bilateral ties, including nuclear energy cooperation, with Slovakia planning a new reactor by 2040. Fico also highlighted Slovakia's Visegrad Four presidency and potential expansion to include the US, emphasizing the country's…
(2026-02-16). Russia, Burkina Faso Sign Agreements for Advancing Bilateral Trade, Economic and Military Partnerships. globalresearch.ca Russia and Burkina Faso have moved quickly to finalise a number of key documents that forms the bedrock of their future strategic partnership. The agreements signed cut across several other agencies, indicating concrete, practical progress in delivering on the understandings …
(2026-02-16). Rs1500 prize bond draw winners for February 16, 2026 announced. tribune.com.pk 
The Rs1500 prize bond draw was held at the National Savings Centre in Lahore on Monday. | Prize bonds remain a preferred savings instrument for many Pakistanis, offering a secure investment option with the potential for significant monetary rewards. | They are available in denominations of Rs100, Rs200, Rs750, Rs1,500, Rs25,000, and Rs40,000. | The winners can claim the prize money at any SBP BSC field office, designated commercial bank branches and National Saving Centers, on the prescribed claim form. | Results for the first prize and the three second-prize winners have been released, while the complete list…
(2026-02-16). The Global Biolab Complex Exposed. globalresearch.ca 
Last night, I joined Matt Gaetz on One America News Network (OAN) to expose the newly mapped Global Biolab Complex and rogue "basement biolabs" being uncovered by law enforcement. | . | . | . ; ⚪ . | Rogue : …
(2026-02-16). Ethiopia Essential BRICS Partner that Brings Rich Experiences in Various Spheres. infobrics.org Ethiopia is a very important BRICS partner that brings a lot of knowledge and expertise in all aspects of the BRICS activities, India's Ambassador to Ethiopia, Anil Kuma Rai…
(2026-02-16). X down for thousands of international users, internet monitors report. tribune.com.pk 
Social media platform X was down for thousands of users in the United States and Britain on Monday, according to Downdetector.com. | There were more than 23,210 reports of issues with X as of 8: 24am ET (1324 GMT), according to Downdetector, which tracks outages by collating status reports from a number of sources. | The monitor also showed a peak of 254 reports in Pakistan at 6: 47pm. | Global internet observatory NetBlocks said: "X (formerly Twitter) is currently experiencing international outages; incident not related to country-level internet disruptions or filtering." | mastodon.social/@netblocks/11…
(2026-02-16). Saturday 3/7: EV Ride and Drive. indybay.org Baylands Park, 999 E. Caribbean Drive…
(2026-02-16). Imminent War on Iran: The Supreme Crime. indybay.org The power to refuse support for a criminal war of aggression belongs to the people. It is our duty and moral obligation.
(2026-02-16). Claim: AI and Air Conditioning are Threatening Renewable Energy Dominance. wattsupwiththat.com "… Achieving a genuine and sustained global-scale energy transition … requires greater emphasis on reducing energy demand …"
(2026-02-16). Minnesota is STILL under occupation by federal agents from ICE and CBP How to Help Get ICE Out! wibailoutpeople.org 
Across Minnesota, ICE continues to stop, harass, and detain people regardless of their citizenship status. Normal life in Minnesota has been interrupted, as schools have been forced to close or go virtual, as people live in fear of leaving their homes or going to work. Minnesotans are organized and activated to respond to this violence. …
(2026-02-16). Government creating opportunities for young people. sanews.gov.za Government creating opportunities for young people | President Cyril Ramaphosa has reaffirmed government's commitment to creating work opportunities for young people, while improving the quality of education. | The President on Monday said targeted interventions in schools are helping to prepare learners for a rapidly changing world. | In his weekly newsletter today, following the recent State of the Nation Address, the President reflected on progress made in expanding access to education over the past three decades, including steady improvements in matric results. However, he acknowledged that significant chal…
(2026-02-16). The Takaichi reactionary regime plunging toward war: 2026 new year roundtable discussion. uwidata.com Published in SHISO-UNDO NEWS No. 182 Participants: Akira Fujiware (School Worker / Moderator) Shozo Hirono (Activist Group Shiso-Undo) Hiroshi Inagaki (Shiso-Undo Editorial Department) Hideto Osaka (Local Government Non-Regular Worker) Kazuhiro Okie (International Politics Researcher) Kasane Yonemaru (Part-Time Office Cleaning Worker) Aiko Fujimoto (Public Sector Worker) The Takaichi Sanae administration maintains high approval ratings Fujiwara: Right now, …
(2026-02-16). 2026 Memorial Day – Juneteenth Flag Raising Ceremony Honoring US Colored Troops. indybay.org 1,918 United States Colored Troops enlisted from the State of California. Memorial Day initially honored those fallen soldiers during our US Civil War. Together we raise the official Juneteenth Flag and honor all fallen soldiers on the battlefields helping preserve our freedoms.
(2026-02-16). Israel A State of Exception Eyes Borders Beyond Palestine. ummid.com Israel has already created that void. In the hands of a genocidal settler-colonial society, the state of exception is a relentless nightmare that will not stop at the borders of Palestine.
(2026-02-16). Can the Basel Treaty Fix Informal E-Waste Economies? passblue.com 
LAGOS, Nigeria — Near the Alaba International Market in Lagos, one of Africa's largest electronics trading hubs, a sprawling dump of discarded phones, batteries and cables smolders at the edge of residential neighborhoods. Thick smoke rises daily from burning wires and broken appliances, carrying a toxic mix of lead, cadmium and other hazardous chemicals into …
(2026-02-16). China goes visa-free for UK, Canada; Rubio, Wang Yi in Munich: 5 weekend reads you missed. scmp.com We have put together stories from our coverage last weekend to help you stay informed about news across Asia and beyond. If you would like to see more of our reporting, please consider subscribing. | 1. China allows visa-free entry to British, Canadian nationals | 2. Rubio, Wang Yi manage US-China great power rivalry in Munich even as core tensions linger | 3. Star Cruises 'fully prepared' for next sailing after anger over axed trip…
(2026-02-16). Trump Tries to Seize a Bridge — Canada Calls His Bluff. scheerpost.com Posted by Joshua Scheer What looks like a simple border spat is, as Jeffrey Sachs makes clear, something far more revealing about power, monopoly, and the way infrastructure becomes a weapon in the hands of a desperate administration. In his breakdown of the Gordie Howe International Bridge standoff, Sachs shows how Trump's threat to block …
(2026-02-16). UK mulls Russia sanctions over Navalny poisoning. tribune.com.pk 
Britain will consider "increasing sanctions" against Russia following findings from five European states that opposition leader Alexei Navalny was killed by dart-frog toxin in a Russian prison, UK foreign minister Yvette Cooper said Sunday. | "We continue to look at coordinated action, including increasing sanctions on the Russian regime," Cooper told the BBC from the Munich Security Conference, where the UK, France, Germany, the Netherlands and Sweden announced findings that the Russian state was a prime suspect for poisoning Navalny two years ago. | Navalny, a staunch critic of President Vladimir Putin, died…
(2026-02-16). Concern over scholar transport incident on N4. sanews.gov.za Concern over scholar transport incident on N4 | Gauteng MEC for Roads and Transport, Kedibone Diale-Tlabela, has expressed deep concern following a serious road crash involving a scholar transport vehicle, which occurred at approximately 7am this morning, on the N4 eastbound, near Atteridgeville, Tshwane. | "The reckless conduct displayed in this incident is unacceptable, particularly when it involves the lives of our children. Scholar transport operators carry a sacred responsibility to ensure the safety of learners. Lawlessness on our roads will not be tolerated," the MEC said on Monday. | According to reports,…
(2026-02-16). Mumbai's Encroachment Crackdown: A Call for Action. devdiscourse.com In a decisive move, Maharashtra Legislative Council Chairman Ram Shinde has mandated a comprehensive report, due in eight days, outlining actions against the surge of encroachments in Mumbai. This directive comes amidst growing concerns over unauthorized constructions across key areas.
(2026-02-16). Animol Review — Gritty Young Offenders Drama Challenges Conventional Machismo. portside.org Animol Review — Gritty Young Offenders Drama Challenges Conventional Machismo |
(2026-02-16). Roaming Charges: Trick or Retreat in the Twin Cities? counterpunch.org 
let's venerate the brave souls of the Twin Cities, who came together to protect their neighbors from an invading force of masked paramilitaries. Let's study and replicate their strategies, but be wary that the "great blonde beast" of ICE still lurks, its coffers swollen with taxpayer loot, wounded and chastened, but not slain, and, like many wounded creatures, is perhaps now even more unpredictable and dangerous.
(2026-02-16). Rahmani 30 Entrance Test 2026 Result Announced. ummid.com The Rahmani Foundation has declared the result of the Rahmani 30 Entrance Test 2026 on its official website.
(2026-02-16). Roadside bomb in Khyber kills female passerby. tribune.com.pk 
(2026-02-16). Alleged Bondi Beach gunman makes first court appearance. geo.tv 
Two people embrace as police officers stand guard outside Bondi Pavilion following the attack on a Jewish holiday celebration at Sydney's Bondi Beach, in Sydney, Australia, December 15, 2025. — Reuters Naveed Akram faces 59 charges over December 14 attack.Akram appears via video…
(2026-02-16). Australia pledges $2.7b for nuclear submarine shipyard. tribune.com.pk 
Australia said on Sunday it would spend AUD3.9 billion to progress construction of a shipyard that will help deliver nuclear-powered submarines under the trilateral AUKUS defence pact with the US and Britain. | Announced in 2021, AUKUS is Australia's largest-ever defence investment and will see US-commanded Virginia-class submarines based in Australia from 2027, several Virginia submarines sold to Australia from around 2030, and Britain and Australia building a new class of AUKUS nuclear-powered submarine. | Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese described the AUD3.9 billion as a down payment to deliver th…
(2026-02-16). 'Where is Putin?' Russian president's disappearance sparks theories. albawaba.com ALBAWABA – The question "Where is Putin?" has been at the top searching engins during the past few hours as the Russian President has been away from public appearances for over a week.Russian President Vladimir Putin has been missing for 10 days, according to the Express. His last public appearance was on February 5, when he delivered an official speech, rising mant speculations online regarding his health.In recent days, Russian state media broadcast footage of the president meeting with officials, but observers suggested it was pre-recorded, reinforcing rumors about his health condition, especially given previo…
(2026-02-16). Blind and Deaf to AUKUS: Australian Planners and Elusive Submarines. counterpunch.org 
There were never the sharpest negotiators in the room, resembling a facsimile of Bertie Wooster in desperate need of the good advice of his manservant Jeeves. The Australian defence establishment has yet to find a wise head who will finally tell them that the A$368 billion AUKUS pact between the three Anglophone powers of Australia, the
(2026-02-16). Labour's plans for predictive policing are full of the usual racism. thecanary.co 
On 12 February, the Ministry of Justice announced plans to use predictive policing to overhaul the youth justice system. Tucked away in the 25-page document was a proposal to use "machine learning and advanced analytics" to "support early, appropriate intervention" in youth crime. Whilst the white paper was vague on the particulars, only promising further […] | By
(2026-02-16). SPL 25/26: Ivan Toney replaces Cristiano Ronaldo as Top Goal Scorer. ummid.com Ivan Toney of Al Ahli Saudi FC has replaced Al-Nassr Skipper Cristiano Ronaldo as Top Goal Scorer after MatchWeek22 (MW22) in the ongoing season of Saudi Pro League (SPL) 2025/26.
(2026-02-16). Laughing in the face of oppression. electronicintifada.net Despite Israeli crackdown, Palestinian stand-ups use comedy as a tool of resistance and decolonial practice.
(2026-02-16). Valentine's Day "Sin Amor" for ICE and Trump. indybay.org Valentine's Day was the one-year anniversary of weekly protests outside the Tesla showroom, where demonstrators called to "Take Down Trump" in denouncing and lamenting the erosion of constitutional freedoms, the weakening of democratic norms, and a continued shift toward autocratic rule.
(2026-02-16). Naqvi, Sri Lanka's sports minister agree to boost cricket ties. tribune.com.pk 
Interior Minister and Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) Chairman Mohsin Naqvi met Sri Lanka's Minister for Sports and Youth Affairs Sunil Kumara Gamage, with both sides agreeing to enhance cooperation in sports, particularly cricket. | During the meeting, matters of mutual interest were discussed, focusing on promoting bilateral collaboration through sports. It was decided that Pakistan and Sri Lanka would strengthen cooperation in cricket and other sports in coordination with Sri Lanka's Ministry of Sports. | "Warmth is returning to Pakistan—Sri Lanka relations," said Naqvi, adding that cricket and other spor…
(2026-02-16). California Grants Endangered Species Protections to Imperiled Mountain Lions. indybay.org SACRAMENTO, Calif., February 12, 2026 — The California Fish and Game Commission granted permanent protections today to Southern California and Central Coast mountain lions under the state Endangered Species Act.
(2026-02-16). Morikawa wins at Pebble Beach. tribune.com.pk 
Collin Morikawa claimed a tense victory at the Pebble Beach Pro-Am in California on Sunday, fending off a final-day charge by top-ranked Scottie Scheffler that included three eagles. | Double major-winner Morikawa had not triumphed on the PGA Tour since 2023, but started the day in joint-second and birdied the final hole in blustery conditions to win by a stroke on 22 under par. | "It's special for a lot of reasons," said Morikawa, who used his win to announce that he and his wife are expecting their first child. | "We just started telling people this week, and we said, 'what better way… to just announce it…
(2026-02-16). Ahsan Iqbal to attend BD PM's oath taking. tribune.com.pk 
Planning Minister Ahsan Iqbal will represent Pakistan at the oath-taking ceremony of Bangladesh's newly elected prime minister on February 17, confirmed a statement by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs on Monday. | According to a post on X by the Foreign Office, the new premier of Bangladesh, Tarique Rahman of the Bangladesh National Party (BNP), will take the oath on February 17 in Dhaka. | üîäPR No.4Ô∏è‚É£2Ô∏è‚É£/2Ô∏è‚É£0Ô∏è‚É£2Ô∏…
(2026-02-16). Thousands Of Western Nationals Serve In Israel's Army. popularresistance.org The Israeli military has published official data for the first time detailing how many of its soldiers hold foreign citizenship alongside Israeli nationality, revealing a large presence of dual-national personnel within its ranks. | Figures obtained by Declassified through a freedom of information request made in March 2025 and filed by the NGO Hatzlacha show that 50,632 serving soldiers hold at least one additional citizenship. | Personnel carrying passports from the United States, France, Russia, Germany, the United Kingdom and Ukraine form the largest groups, accounting for most of the total.
(2026-02-16). CDF Asim Munir says UAE's security integral to Pakistan's own stability: ISPR. tribune.com.pk 
Chief of Defence Forces (CDF) and Chief of the Army Staff (COAS) Field Marshal Asim Munir on Monday affirmed that the security and stability of the United Arab Emirates are an integral part of Pakistan's own security, citing deep-rooted historical ties and a strong strategic partnership between the two brotherly countries, the military's media wing said. | According to the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR), the army chief made these remarks during a meeting with His Highness Sheikh Tahnoon bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy Ruler of Abu Dhabi and National Security Advisor of the UAE. | The ISPR said both sides d…
(2026-02-16). Ukrainian ex-minister caught at border in $100M corruption case. albawaba.com ALBAWABA – As part of a large investigation into corruption in Ukraine's energy sector, the country's National Anti-Corruption Bureau (NABU) has arrested former Energy Minister Herman Halushchenko.Halushchenko was arrested while trying to cross the border, according to an official statement released on Sunday. Officials said that the investigation is going on quickly and in accordance with the law.The case is about a supposed $100 million bribery scheme inside Ukraine's state nuclear energy agency. Investigators say that the operation involved high-ranking officials and businesspeople, including a former close fr…
(2026-02-16). TFL just raised the rent of a local newsagent from £40k to £125k a year. thecanary.co 
One of London's last local newsagents has been forced to close, after Transport for London (TFL) raised its rent by over three times. Brixton News has operated within Brixton tube station for 36 years, until TFL skyrocketed their rent from £40,000 a year to £125,000. TFL putting profit over people Pritesh Patel, who owns and […] | By
(2026-02-16). Mumbai Police Crack Down on Filmmaker House Shooting: A Multi-State Operation. devdiscourse.com In a significant breakthrough, Mumbai Police arrested the suspect behind the gunfire at filmmaker Rohit Shetty's residence during a collaborative multi-state operation with UP and Haryana forces. The operation culminated in the apprehension of Deepak Rameshchandra Sharma of Agra, along with six accomplices.
(2026-02-16). ASF seizes over 2kg gold from Dubai-bound passenger at Lahore airport. tribune.com.pk 
The Airport Security Force (ASF) seized a large quantity of gold from a passenger bound for Dubai during a search at Lahore's Allama Iqbal International Airport on Monday. | Speaking to The Express Tribune, an ASF official said the passenger, identified as Shahzad Ahmed, was intercepted during routine screening. During a physical search, officials recovered 18 gold bars concealed in the passenger's socks. The seized gold weighed more than two kilogrammes, the official added. | Following the recovery, the ASF handed over the suspect along with the seized gold to Pakistan Customs for further legal action. Custom…
(2026-02-16). PM Shehbaz receives guard of honour on arrival at Austria's Chancellery. tribune.com.pk 
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif arrived at the Austrian Chancellery in Vienna, where he was received with a guard of honour, Pakistan TV shared on X. He is set to hold bilateral and delegation-level meetings with Austrian Chancellor Christian Stocker, focusing on strengthening ties between Pakistan and Austria. | Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif receives guard of honour on his arrival at the Austrian Chancellery in Vienna@CMShehbaz@bkagvat | For further updates subscribe to our youtube channel at: t.co/JVXsnu9dCu pic.twitter.com/EaNSb4xVkm | — Pakistan TV (@PakTVGlobal) February 16, 2026 | The premier…
(2026-02-16). How Malaysia's Plantation Boom Threatens Forests and Indigenous Rights? uwidata.com By Memet Enes Be≈üer Malaysia's lush rainforests, previously considered a cradle of biodiversity and a key carbon sink in the fight against climate change, now increasingly face danger—not from the typical logging or infrastructure projects, but from the insidious and legally sanctioned growth of timber plantations. Promised as eco-friendly and profit-making, the plantations are rapidly …
(2026-02-16). Gender pay gap means women effectively work for free for 47 days a year. thecanary.co 
New TUC analysis reveals that the average woman effectively works for 47 days of the year for free and only starts earning from 15 February compared to the average man. The analysis reveals that the gender pay gap currently stands at 12.8%, the equivalent of £2,548 a year for the average woman worker. That means that […] | By
(2026-02-16). Can US grid handle next Winter Storm Fern — or major solar flares? wattsupwiththat.com If our politicians, judges and regulators cannot end their obsession with climate change nightmares, renewable energy fantasies and other nitpicking topics — and our nation is plunged into widespread, prolonged and deadly blackouts — "accountability" must come in much stronger forms than merely voting them out of office. Prosecution for gross malfeasance and dereliction in office will also be in order.
(2026-02-16). Australia rules out repatriating citizens from Syrian camp. al-monitor.com SYDNEY, Feb 17 (Reuters) – Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese said on Tuesday his government would not repatriate Australians living in a Syrian camp that holds families of suspected Islamic State militants."We have a very firm view that we won't be providing assistance or repatriation," Albanese told ABC News.Thirty-four Australians released on Monday from a camp in northern Syria were returned to the detention centre due to "technical reasons," two sources told Reuters. (Reporting by Renju Jose in Sydney; Editing by Lisa Shumaker)…
(2026-02-16). Dangerous chemicals detected in hair extensions, study warns. tribune.com.pk 
According to a study published in Environment & Health on February 11, this was "the most comprehensive testing of hair extensions publicly reported." The concern arose 11 from testing 44 hair samples and detecting dangerous chemicals, including flame retardants, phthalates, and pesticides. Additionally, out of the 169 identified chemicals, many were associated with risks of cancer, developmental issues, and reproductive health. | Dr Elissia T. Franklin, lead researcher of the paper, shared her concerns that each identified chemical poses its own risks and that extended exposure to these substances accumulates…
(2026-02-16). Thirty four Australians released from Syrian camp holding IS-affiliated families. al-monitor.com By Orhan QeremanROJ CAMP, Syria, Feb 16 (Reuters) – Syrian Kurdish forces on Monday released 34 Australians who were detained in a camp holding families of suspected Islamic State militants in northern Syria, saying they would be flown to Australia from Damascus.Hukmiya Mohamed, a co-director of Roj camp, told Reuters that the 34 Australians had been handed to members of their families who had come to Syria for the release. They were put on small buses for Damascus ahead of their departure from the country. A military vehicle escorted the buses.
(2026-02-16). Medical board reports improvement in Imran Khan's eye condition. tribune.com.pk 
(2026-02-16). Rohit Pawar smells conspiracy in Ajit Pawar plane crash. ummid.com Rohit Pawar, MLA and NCP (Sharad Pawar) leader, said Ajit Pawar's plane crash on January 28, 2026 was not an accident and could be a conspiracy.
(2026-02-16). Saturday 2/14: No Love for ICE! No Love for Flock! indybay.org Fairyland sign, Oakland…
(2026-02-16). TTAP continue Parliament House protest after PTI ends K-P House sit-in. tribune.com.pk 
The Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) on Monday ended its sit-in outside Khyber-Pakhtunkhwa (K-P) House, with Chief Minister Sohail Afridi and former chief minister Ali Amin Gandapur leaving the protest site. | The adjoining roads were reopened for traffic following the conclusion of the demonstration. The sit-in by PTI members of the National Assembly and senators at Parliament Lodges has also ended. | However, the sit-in by opposition MNAs at Parliament House continues, with National Assembly (NA) Opposition Leader Mahmood Khan Achakzai, Senate Opposition Leader Allama Nasir Abbas, former NA speaker Asad Qaiser…
(2026-02-16). Gold surge signals dollar's wobbly reign. tribune.com.pk 
"The dollar is going to collapse. The dollar is going to be replaced by gold. Central banks are buying gold to back up their currencies. They are getting rid of dollars. They are getting rid of treasuries. We are headed for an economic crisis that will make the 2008 financial crisis look like a Sunday school picnic," said Peter David Schiff, an American stockbroker and financial commentator, on a recent FoxNews show. | Schiff's assessment may sound stark, but this isn't exaggeration. It isn't doom-saying. It's happening — now, in real time. The yellow precious metal posted unprecedented gains throughout 2…
(2026-02-16). PM Shehbaz extends Chinese New Year greetings to President Xi Jinping. tribune.com.pk 
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Monday extended heartfelt greetings to Chinese President Xi Jinping, the people of China and Chinese communities worldwide on the advent of Chinese New Year 2026 — the Year of the Horse. | In a post on X, the premier said the Horse symbolises energy, resilience and speed — values that resonate with the shared journey of Pakistan and China. Describing the two countries as "iron brothers", he said they were "bound by an All-Weather Strategic Cooperative Partnership and a shared vision of peace, development and regional connectivity." | Gong Xi Fa Cai! | As we welcome…
(2026-02-16). Volunteer Spotlight: Gerry Yokota, WBW Japan Chapter Co-Coordinator. worldbeyondwar.org 
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(2026-02-16). New anti-government chants in Tehran after giant rallies abroad: reports. al-monitor.com Some residents of Tehran on Sunday chanted slogans against the clerical leadership from balconies and windows, reports said, a day after Iranians abroad staged giant opposition rallies in Europe and North America.The Islamic republic under supreme leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei was shaken by a protest movement that peaked in January and which according to rights groups was repressed by security forces in a crackdown that left thousands dead.
(2026-02-16). How the US Blockade Hurts the People of Cuba. consortiumnews.com Medea Benjamin asks: who will win this demonic game Trump and Rubio are playing with the lives of eleven million Cubans? By Medea Benjamin in Holguín, Cuba Common Dreams Marta Jiménez, a hairdresser in Cuba's eastern city of Holguín, covered her…
(2026-02-16). Sunday Science: What's Up With Greenland? portside.org Sunday Science: What's Up With Greenland? |
(2026-02-16). As Dem Voters Seek a 'Fight' With the Superrich, AOC is Now Their Favorite Candidate: Poll. scheerpost.com By Stephen Prager for Common Dreams. Democratic voters overwhelmingly want a leader who will fight the superrich and corporate America, and they believe Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez is the person to do it, according to a poll released this week. While Democrats are often portrayed as squabbling and directionless, the poll conducted last month by the New Republic with Embold …
(2026-02-16). The Official End of Freedom of Speech. globalresearch.ca Irene Khan, …
(2026-02-16). Reclaiming the Past – California Africana 365 along the American River Parkway. indybay.org 100 years ago Negro History Week officially established by Dr. Carter G. Woodson, 50 years ago US President Gerald Ford recognized Black History Month, May 2026 California Africana 365 – Leidesdorff Ranch comes alive…
(2026-02-16). JEE Main Session 1 Result 2026: How and Where to Check. ummid.com The National Testing Agency (NTA) is releasing on the official website 'jeemain.nta.nic.in' the JEE Main 2026 Session 1 result today i.e. Monday February 16, 2026.
(2026-02-16). How First-Time Investors Can Use Private Lending to Fund Their First Real Estate Deal. moguldom.com Why Traditional Financing Can Be a Barrier for New Investors For many first-time real estate investors, the toughest part is not finding a property. It is getting the funds to close. Banks usually prefer borrowers with strong credit, steady, documented income, low debt-to-income ratios, and a track record of property ownership. Conventional underwriting also moves …
(2026-02-16). Heartbreak on the Slopes: Atle Lie McGrath's Olympic Struggles. devdiscourse.com Norwegian skier Atle Lie McGrath experienced an intense emotional struggle at the Winter Olympics, as his dreams of slalom gold crumbled due to a minor error. Leading the event after the first leg with a strong performance, McGrath's mishap cost him dearly, leaving him disheartened and seeking solitude.
(2026-02-16). Legendary Actor Robert Duvall Dies at 95: A Cinematic Journey. devdiscourse.com Oscar-winning actor Robert Duvall, revered for his diverse roles in American cinema, has passed away at the age of 95, his wife Luciana confirmed. Duvall's illustrious career included standout performances in "Apocalypse Now" and "To Kill a Mockingbird."
(2026-02-16). Europe aims to rely less on US defence after Trump's Greenland push. geo.tv 
Danish Navy vessels sail near the frigate Niels Juel as Danish and French armed forces perform military drills off the coast of Nuuk, Greenland, September 15, 2025. — Reuters Europeans seek stronger defence amid strained US ties.Rubio's speech offers limited reassurance to…
(2026-02-16). Inter Beat Juventus 3-2 and Increased their Lead in Serie A. radiohc.cu Havana, February 15 (RHC) — Inter Milan beat Juventus 3-2 and reached 61 points to increase their lead at the top of Serie A, the top competition in Italian football. | In a thrilling match at the Giuseppe Meazza stadium, a goal from Polish striker Piotr Zielinski in the 90th minute secured the victory for Inter Milan, who remain top of the table with 20 wins, one draw, and four losses. | Andrea Cambiaso opened the scoring for the home side in the 17th minute, netting an own goal, and then equalized for Juventus in the 26th minute. In the second half, Francesco Esposito put Inter ahead in the 76th minute, an…
(2026-02-16). Cristiano Ronaldo's Strike at Al-Nassr: Real Story is Much Larger. ummid.com While the headlines are focused on Cristiano Ronaldo's recent strike at Al-Nassr, the real story is much larger.
(2026-02-16). Trust In CDC Falling Under HHS Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. newsone.com 
Source: Heather Diehl / Getty | Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. made a lot of lofty promises both on the campaign trail and during his Senate confirmation hearings for the role. In news that is absolutely shocking to no one, Kennedy has broken several of those promises and reduced trust in the CDC during his first year on the job. |
(2026-02-16). Trumpelstiltskin's Toy Navy. "What About Iran's Missiles?" globalresearch.ca No! Yes! It is 1,619 miles (2,606 km.) from the Arabian Sea to Tehran. The range from the Mediterranean Sea to Tehran is 1,762 miles (2,835 km). So, if his Bathtub Boats in his remarkably small Great Armada want to …
(2026-02-16). Judges Have Ruled That Over 4,400 ICE Detentions Since October Were Illegal. truthout.org Judges across the country have ruled more than 4,400 times since the start of October that US Immigration and Customs Enforcement has illegally detained immigrants, according to a Reuters investigation published Saturday. As President Donald Trump carries out his unprecedented "mass deportation" crusade, the number of people in ICE custody ballooned to 68,000 this month, up 75% |
(2026-02-16). Biggest cricket clash in Colombo. tribune.com.pk 
If you've traveled abroad recently from Jinnah International Airport Karachi, you'd know it's no longer an easy process. That's why, for a 7 a.m. flight, I reached the airport at 2: 30 a.m. There was already a line just to enter the main building. Ahead of that was the queue for baggage scanning. Then the anti-narcotics officials were selectively stopping some passengers for questioning. | The longest queue, though, was for Turkish Airlines—I've never seen such a massive line at any airline counter in Pakistan. Luckily, the SriLankan Airlines counter wasn't too crowded. After getting my boarding pass, I l…
(2026-02-16). Mission High UESF Educators Celebrate Strike Victory with Students, Parents & Supporters. indybay.org Teachers, students and parents celebrated the end of the strike at Mission High in San Francisco and talked about their victory.
(2026-02-16). S. Australia Wholesale Electricity Prices fall 30% with Solar, Revealing Trump's High-Cost Fossil Fuels Scam. juancole.com Ann Arbor (Informed Comment) — The government of the state of South Australia
(2026-02-16). Paris protest condemns escalating aggression against Cuba. radiohc.cu Hundreds of people gathered Sunday in Paris to denounce and condemn the escalating aggression by the United States against Cuba, which includes an oil embargo, a policy they labeled imperialist. | In the central Place Vauban, with the Hà¥tel des Invalides as a backdrop, participants carried Cuban flags and banners identifying the organizations present, along with signs demanding an end to Washington's hostility toward the Caribbean island and respect for its sovereignty. | The French Communist Party (PCF) called for the protest as part of the street actions planned for the weekend in solidarity with Cuba, whi…
(2026-02-16). From Israel, Sen. Lindsey Graham Pushes for War on Iran While Admitting US Troops Could Be 'Hit'. news.antiwar.com From Israel on Monday, Sen. Lindsey Graham (R-SC) pushed for a US war against Iran while acknowledging that US soldiers in the region could get "hit" by Iranian counterattacks, a risk he said was worth it. "Could our soldiers be hit in the region? Absolutely, they could. Can Iran respond if we have an all-out …
(2026-02-16). We Need a General Strike to Stop ICE Terror. counterpunch.org 
As inspiring as the January 23 protest action was in Minneapolis, it was not a general strike. Many small businesses across the Twin Cities metro and Minnesota state did close their doors for part or all of January 23rd. But overwhelmingly the large corporations that constitute most of the city's economy, including Target, IBM, 3M, UnitedHealth Group, all remained open. Most importantly, rather than taking the lead in shutting down the city's economy, the leadership of the labor movement remained mostly absent, refused to mobilize rank-and-file members to a strike, and even actively discouraged members from strik…
(2026-02-16). INTERNSHIP AT THE BUSINESS, HUMAN RIGHTS AND ENVIRONMENT DESK – 6 MONTHS. fidh.org The International Federation for Human Rights (FIDH) is an NGO that brings together nearly 200 civil society organisations around the world. Founded in 1922, it is committed to defending fundamental freedoms and the universality of the rights defined in the Universal Declaration of Human Rights. Independent of any government and recognised for its expertise, FIDH works to strengthen mechanisms for the protection of human rights and defenders through advocacy campaigns, investigations into (…) | – |
(2026-02-16). Minneapolis, Feb. 16, 2026: Labor Community Mass March and Rally Day Out for Democracy! wibailoutpeople.org 
About this event Location Stewart Park 2700 12th Ave S, Minneapolis, MN 55404 Monday, February 16 1: 30 — 3: 30pm CST Join us as we honor the dead and fight like hell for the living! Minnesota remains under occupation. Armed and masked federal agents continue tearing through our communities — both in the Twin Cities and …
(2026-02-16). Cuban Judoka Receives Pan American Confederation Annual Award 2025. radiohc.cu Havana, February 15 (RHC) Cuban judoka Luis Torres Cobas received one of the 2025 Annual Awards from the Pan American Judo Confederation (CPJ), the CPJ Information Panel reported. | Among the candidates for the various categories were Iván Felipe Silva, in the Senior Men's category; Dayanara Curbelo, in the Junior Women's category; Sheila Samarian Hernández, in the Senior Women's Para Judo category; and Luis Torres Cobas, in the Veteran Men's category, as well as four coaches and one referee. | Julio Alderete (Senior), Jonrrette Díaz Socorro (Junior), Ivis Dueñas Alonso (Para Judo), and Israel Hernández (Junior),…
(2026-02-16). SANParks suspends indemnity form at Table Mountain. sanews.gov.za SANParks suspends indemnity form at Table Mountain | The South African National Parks (SANParks) has suspended the indemnity and verification form requirement at Table Mountain National Park with immediate effect. ⚪ "We have listened to the concerns raised by visitors and tourism partners and have acted decisively. Over the next 12 months, SANParks will implement a fully digitised ID and passport verification system at park gates, including high-speed scanning technology to ensure accurate compliance while delivering a seamless visitor experience." ⚪ The indemnity and verification form was introduced to strengt…
(2026-02-16). Give Shovels, Not Bullets, to the National Guard to "Protect" Washington, DC Residents. covertactionmagazine.com I have been in Washington, D.C., for the past week battling the icy and snow-piled sidewalks and streets one week after the big snow and ice storm that immobilized the city for days. While using the city's buses and rail, it was apparent that the most probable danger in D.C. is falling on sidewalk ice …
(2026-02-16). Food Poisoning Outbreak at Jharkhand Fair: 175 Fall Ill. devdiscourse.com An alarming case of food poisoning at a Mahashivratri fair in Jharkhand's Palamu district left 175 people, mainly children, severely affected. Health authorities were notified on Monday after the incident was traced back to contaminated food items consumed at the event.
(2026-02-16). Monday 2/16: No 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…
(2026-02-16). Peter Thiel Is Unleashing a Neocolonial Billionaire Fantasy in Honduras. truthout.org In April 2025, Peter Thiel's Palantir made headlines after documents were released detailing its partnership with Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) to create ImmigrationOS, a massive database of information gathered from a variety of sources including the IRS, in order to surveil, detain, and deport immigrants. Thiel is not new to spearheading endeavors that aim to dehumanize and attack… |
(2026-02-16). Saturday 2/28: Community Teach-In about Hindutva and Zionism. indybay.org First Unitarian Church of San José | 160 North 3rd Street | San José, CA 95112…
(2026-02-16). Hawks launch manhunt for suspects involved in shooting of a police Sergeant. sanews.gov.za Hawks launch manhunt for suspects involved in shooting of a police Sergeant | The East London Hawks' Serious Organised Crime Investigation unit have launched an intensive, coordinated manhunt for suspects involved in the fatal shooting of serving police sergeant, Ndodomzi Dion Tengile (42), at Zizamele Township, in Butterworth. | The member was attached to Visible Policing at Port St Johns South African Police Service (SAPS) and was off duty at the time of the incident. The Hawks have been seeking public assistance in order to bring the perpetrators to justice. | The attack allegedly occurred during the early h…
(2026-02-16). Quadruple chasing Arsenal rout Wigan. tribune.com.pk 
Arsenal powered into the FA Cup fifth round for the first time in six years as the quadruple chasers crushed Wigan 4-0 on Sunday. | Mikel Arteta's side routed the third-tier strugglers with four goals in the first 27 minutes of the fourth round tie at the Emirates Stadium. | Noni Madueke and Gabriel Martinelli netted before Jack Hunt's own goal was followed by a Gabriel Jesus strike. | The Gunners are back in the last 16 for the first time since they won the FA Cup in 2020, a success that remains the only major trophy of Arteta's reign. | Holding a four-point lead at the top of the Premier League, through to t…
(2026-02-16). Syria Orders Kurdish SDF to Return to Civilian Life by End of February. news.antiwar.com Adding to the growing list of ultimatums imposed on the Kurdish SDF, the Syrian Interior Ministry has announced they are giving SDF members until the end of February to disarm fully and completely return to civilian life. The new documents released by the Interior Ministry warn that the SDF members only have until month's end …
(2026-02-16). Fact Sheet: Narendra Modi and His Hindutva Politics. ummid.com Prime Minister Modi and his Hindutva politics have failed both domestically and on the international stage due to a lack of vision.
(2026-02-16). Sydney protests are our Minneapolis moment. independentaustralia.net 
(2026-02-16). Wednesday 5/27: Sacramento Regional Juneteenth Flag Raising Ceremony on 2026 Memorial Day. indybay.org West Sacramento River Walk | Memorial Plaza…
(2026-02-16). Saturday 2/14: Make Billionaires PAY! indybay.org Join us! Meet on sidewalk at Forest Ave & Monroe Street at 9: 45/ 9: 50 am We will go inside the mall as a group @ 10am. So don't be late.
(2026-02-16). Ritu Tawde takes over as Mumbai Mayor. ummid.com BJP Corporator, Ritu Tawde, has sworn in as the New Mayor of Mumbai Wednesday February 11, 2026.
(2026-02-16). Morris Tidball-Binz, Special Rapporteur, Extra-judicial Summary or Arbitrary Executions Feb. 18, 2026 at U of Minnesota Law School. wibailoutpeople.org Walter F. Mondale Hall 25 University of Minnesota Law School229 19th Ave SouthMinneapolis, MN 55455 Please register here to join us virtually via Zoom. Registration RSVP Today! Please note that RSVP is mandatory to attend in-person. Cost Free Join the Human Rights Center and Advocates for Human Rights for a special conversation with Morris Tidball-Binz, United …
(2026-02-16). Who Fears the Truth? The Lawfare Campaign to Silence Francesca Albanese. globalresearch.ca Francesca Albanese has become one of the most polarising figures in contemporary diplomacy, not because she commands armies or signs treaties, but because she insists on describing what she sees. Since assuming her mandate as United Nations Special Rapporteur on …
(2026-02-16). Why Is Germany Rearming, Again? globalresearch.ca It would appear that the European Union — or at least Germany anyway — has, finally, found something they and much of the rest of the world can agree upon: | The US-led Western rules-based order "no longer exists." | According …
(2026-02-16). Are aliens real? Obama says yes but rules out long-running conspiracy. scmp.com Former US president Barack Obama said in a podcast interview on the weekend that aliens are real, but they aren't at Nevada's Area 51. | During an appearance on YouTuber Brian Tyler Cohen's show, Obama said he hadn't seen extraterrestrials but that they existed.
(2026-02-16). Talk World Radio: How the Winter Olympics Is Melting Away the World's Snow. davidswanson.org AUDIO: Talk World Radio is recorded on Zoom. Here is this week's video and all the videos on Youtube. VIDEO: This week on Talk World Radio we're talking about how the winter Olympics is melting the world's snow away. Our guest, Stuart Parkinson, joining us from England, is Executive Director of Scientists for Global Responsibility …
(2026-02-16). Cuban foreign minister expresses appreciation for African support against U.S. blockade. radiohc.cu Bruno Rodríguez Parrilla, Cuba's Minister of Foreign Affairs, thanked African heads of state and government today via his Twitter account for the resolution condemning the US economic, commercial, and financial blockade against the island. | The Cuban foreign minister described the decision of the 39th African Union Summit, concluded in Addis Ababa, as a show of solidarity. For the seventeenth consecutive time, the summit rejected the economic, financial, and commercial policies imposed by Washington. | The resolution also demanded, for the third time, Cuba's removal from the illegal list compiled by the U.S. Sta…
(2026-02-16). Wyoming Moves to Pull the Plug on Costly Pronghorn and Sidewinder Wind Projects. wattsupwiththat.com by moving to pause the Pronghorn H2 and Sidewinder leases after emotional local testimony, a damning court ruling, and a last‚Äëminute downsizing sales pitch, they began the process of pulling the plug on projects the public never really wanted and that still couldn't prove they could reliably or inexpensively power that chilly corner of the country.
(2026-02-16). Rule by War The Greedy Python. A Failed Power Structure. globalresearch.ca An incredible concept written by For all intents and purposes, the Deep State rule has died but the Python within is …
(2026-02-16). "The Alabama Solution" : Oscar-Nominated Film Uses Prisoner Cellphones to Show U.S.'s Deadliest Prisons. democracynow.org 
Three activists — Robert Earl Council, Melvin Ray and Raoul Poole — featured in the Oscar-nominated documentary The Alabama Solution were placed in solitary confinement last month in what advocates believe is retaliation for their role in exposing the abuses of the state's prison system and for helping to organize a prison labor strike. We're joined by three guests who worked on the documentary: director Andrew Jarecki, investigative journalist Charlotte Kaufman and Tiffany Johnson Cole, a childhood friend of and attorney for Robert Earl Council. Johnson Cole has filed a lawsuit against he…
(2026-02-16). The War On Drugs Or The War On The Poor? popularresistance.org The constant insistence of the US discourse on the war on drugs seems to reflect a moral crusade by successive US administrations to rid their country of drug use. However, the truth is far removed from this simplistic idea that is often perpetuated by the mass media. In reality, what the so-called "War on Drugs" seeks to achieve, as demonstrated by our region's history, is a facade for the development of various mechanisms of imperialist intervention that, since the 1970s, have involved a combination of methods ranging from military financing to countries in the region, the installation of military bases, and ev…
(2026-02-16). US flies nuclear microreactor in first airlift demo for rapid nuclear deployment. tribune.com.pk 
The US Departments of Energy and Defense on Sunday for the first time transported a small nuclear reactor on a cargo plane from California to Utah to demonstrate the potential to quickly deploy nuclear power for military and civilian use. | The agencies partnered with California-based Valar Atomics to fly one of the company's Ward microreactors on a C-17 aircraft — without nuclear fuel — to Hill Air Force Base in Utah. Energy Secretary Chris Wright and Under Secretary of Defense for Acquisition and Sustainment Michael Duffey were on the C-17 flight with the reactor and its components, and hailed th…
(2026-02-16). The AI Arms Race to Armageddon: Alex Karp's Palantir. globalresearch.ca I've noticed an odd uptick in people using AI, GROK, CHAT, etc… to support their arguments.
(2026-02-16). RRB CEN 06/2025 Exam Date Confirmed. ummid.com The Ministry of Railways has confirmed the examination date and schedule of the Computer Based Test 1 (CBT-1) to be conducted to fill various vacancies as notified under the RRB CEN 06/2025.
(2026-02-16). Trump Is Using Mexico's Oil To Put the Squeeze on Cuba. portside.org Trump Is Using Mexico's Oil To Put the Squeeze on Cuba |
(2026-02-16). Salman looks at 'big picture' after India defat. tribune.com.pk 
Pakistan captain Salman Agha urged perspective after a chastening defeat against India in a contest that never matched its blockbuster billing. | The much-hyped showdown between the South Asian neighbours, who engaged in a military conflict that nearly snowballed into a fully-fledged war last year, failed to ignite as India racked up 175-7 and then returned to bundle out Pakistan for 114 in 18 overs. | The match itself passed without flashpoints despite the tensions, but there was no shaking of hands between the rival captains at the toss. Both Suryakumar and Salman looked grim when the coin was flipped and av…
(2026-02-16). Bad Bunny's Super Bowl Show Was Political Art at Its Best. portside.org Bad Bunny's Super Bowl Show Was Political Art at Its Best |
(2026-02-16). Israeli producer of TV series found dead in Athens hotel, police officials say. al-monitor.com ATHENS, Feb 16 (Reuters) – The Israeli producer of hit spy thriller "Tehran" was found dead on Sunday at a hotel room in Athens, Greek police officials said while a probe into the incident is underway. The body of the 52-year-old woman, identified as Dana Eden, was found after a relative made several failed attempts to reach her. The case is being treated as suicide based on evidence and testimonies, the police officials said. Greek investigators found pills at the scene. A coroner also found bruises on the victim's neck.
(2026-02-16). Suicide rates amongst young trans people spiked after government halted gender-affirming care. thecanary.co 
Content warning: this article contains extensive discussion of suicide The Good Law Project (GLP) have published the results of a freedom of information (FOI) request which showed that suicides among trans youth spiked massively in 2021. This was immediately after the UK government suddenly halted almost all gender-affirming care for young trans people. This is […] | By
(2026-02-16). PSX tumbles over 5,100 points amid heavy selling pressure. tribune.com.pk 
Trading at the Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX) opened the week on a sharply negative note, as heavy selling pressure dragged equities deep into the red. | In a show of extreme volatility, the benchmark KSE-100 index oscillated between an intraday high of 179,969.23 and a low of 173,574.26. | Sustained selling pressure dominated the session, dragging the index down by 5,149.79 points at the close, marking a sharp decline of 2.87% as broad-based weakness overshadowed buying activity. | During the day, the session was characterised by aggressive liquidation, weak sentiment, and external pressures that collectively…
(2026-02-16). Weekly Climate and Energy News Roundup. wattsupwiththat.com Quote of the Week: "Why one hundred? If I were wrong, one would have been enough." — Albert Einstein (1931) Retort to the book "A Hundred Authors Against Einstein."
(2026-02-16). Tesla Demonstrators Say "Tech Lords Betrayed America" indybay.org On the one year anniversary of weekly protests outside Tesla showrooms nationwide (with a few international locations as well) protesters in Palo Alto were not shy.
(2026-02-16). Art and the deal: market slump pushes galleries to the Gulf. al-monitor.com With global sales mired in a slump, art dealers have turned to buyers in the oil-rich Gulf, where culture sector spending is on the rise.Art Basel, which runs elite fairs in Miami, Hong Kong, Paris and Switzerland, held its Gulf debut in Qatar earlier this month."The second you land here, you see the ambition. It's basically the future," Andisheh Avini, a senior director at New York-based Gagosian Gallery, told AFP at the Doha fair.
(2026-02-16). Data Center Boom Is Fueling an Expansion of Natural Gas Projects. truthout.org Boom Supersonic wants to build the world's first commercial supersonic airliner. Founded in 2014, the company set out to make air travel dramatically faster — up to twice the speed of today's passenger jets — while also aiming for a smaller environmental footprint. For years, Boom has focused on developing the high-performance engine technology needed to sustain supersonic flight. |
(2026-02-16). Liquidation bid against Ithala may be withdrawn. sanews.gov.za Liquidation bid against Ithala may be withdrawn | KwaZulu-Natal Premier Thamsanqa Ntuli has welcomed the possible withdrawal by the Prudential Authority (PA) and the Repayment Administrator, Johan Kruger, of their court application seeking the liquidation of Ithala SOC Limited and Ithala Bank. | Ntuli described the development as a significant breakthrough following months of intensive engagements and negotiations led by the Provincial Government to safeguard the historic institution. | "This matter has never been merely about a financial entity; it has always been about protecting the economic aspirations of the…
(2026-02-16). Mohammad Deepak: A Glare Of Hope In A Charged Situation. ummid.com One hopes and wishes we see more of people like Harsh Manders and 'Mohammad Deepak' who represent the true idea of India.
(2026-02-16). 9/11 and October 7 seem to have been Inside Jobs. thealtworld.com What are explained to the public as surprise attacks are often known in advance to some who capitalize on the coming event by selling short the stocks of companies likely to be adversely affected by the event. | For example, in the days immediately proceeding the 911 attacks in 2001 there was substantial and otherwise unexplained short selling of the shares of United and American Airlines. | Similarly, short selling of Israeli stocks occurred just before the October 7, 2023 Hamas attack on Israel. Two establishment law school professors report "a sharp and unusual increase just before the attacks in trading in ri…
(2026-02-16). The Evolution of Black Bookstores. portside.org The Evolution of Black Bookstores |
(2026-02-16). How can you get better loot in Destiny2? moguldom.com How can you get better loot in Destiny 2? Loot means everything in Destiny 2. High-stat loot, god roll weapons, and endgame exotics are what bring players back. Guardians enjoy progressing their characters and making them more and more powerful. With that said, some players reach their goals and end up grinding for hours on …
(2026-02-16). Open Letter to the World from the Island from Cuba. counterpunch.org 
To all humanity, to mothers of the world, to Doctors Without Borders, to journalists with self-respect, to governments that still want justice: I condemn the crime they don't want to see. My name is like millions of others — no famous last name, no important position. I am an ordinary Cuban woman — a daughter,
(2026-02-16). The Way Forward for Bangladesh. ummid.com The way forward for Bangladesh involves strengthening democratic institutions, implementing deep structural economic reforms, and ensuring law and order following the 2024 political transition.
(2026-02-16). Former staff accuse psychotherapy education institute of institutional racism. thecanary.co 
One of the leading institutes for the training of psychologists, psychotherapists and counsellors is facing a raft of claims from former members of staff. They accuse it of victimisation, whistleblowing and constructive dismissal because they stood up to racism. The Metanoia Institute in West London has 1,500 students in its undergraduate, postgraduate, and research programmes. […] | By
(2026-02-16). South Africa into Super Eights without playing UAE. tribune.com.pk 
South Africa qualified for the T20 World Cup Super Eights on Monday without playing as Afghanistan's win over the United Arab Emirates was enough to send them through from Group D. | Azmatullah Omarzai was the hero for Afghanistan, taking 4-15 in the UAE's 160-9 and scoring an unbeaten 40 to steer his side to a five-wicket win after a tense chase in New Delhi. | Afghanistan finished on 162-5 with four balls to spare to keep alive their slim chances of moving into the next stage. | South Africa, semi-finalists in 2024, became the third team after the West Indies and co-hosts India to secure a Super Eights berth…
(2026-02-16). JEE Main Session 1 Result 2026 Date Confirmed. ummid.com JEE Main 2026 Session 1: The National Testing Agency (NTA) has officially confirmed the new result date of JEE Main 2026 Session 1.
(2026-02-16). Trump told Netanyahu in December he would support Israeli strikes on missile program, CBS News reports. al-monitor.com Feb 15 (Reuters) – U.S. President Donald Trump told Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu during their meeting in Florida in December that he would support Israeli strikes on Iran's ballistic missile program if the U.S. and Iran could not reach a deal, CBS News reported on Sunday, citing two sources familiar with the matter. (Reporting by Ryan Patrick Jones in Toronto; Editing by Chris Reese)…
(2026-02-16). Conservative BNP sweeps Bangladesh elections with over two-thirds majority in the parliament. peoplesdispatch.org The absence of Sheikh Hasina and her Awami League, banned from participating in the elections, presented a rightward shift in the country's polity benefiting the BNP, which was out of power for almost two decades.
(2026-02-16). At least two killed, 14 injured in IED blast in Bannu. tribune.com.pk 
Two people, including a child, were killed and at least 14 others were injured when an improvised explosive device planted in a motorcycle detonated near the main gate of Miryan Police Station in Khyber-Pakhtunkhwa's Bannu on Monday, Bannu Deputy Inspector General (DIG) Sajjad Khan stated. | "The police personnel at the site were unharmed in the explosion," he added. After the blast, the police cordoned off the area and launched a search operation. Police added they deployed a large contingent to secure the area and began investigations. | Explosive laden richskaw detonates shops located outside the Miryan Pol…
(2026-02-16). Political Tensions Rise as Bhupen Borah Considers Resignation Withdrawal Amidst BJP Invitation. devdiscourse.com Bhupen Borah, the former Congress chief of Assam, resigned on Monday, igniting a political storm in the state. His resignation caused significant stir, leading senior Congress leaders to claim he might reconsider, thanks to the intervention of the party's high command.
(2026-02-16). Reimagining our economy in the AI age. tribune.com.pk 1733130350-0/Untitled-design-(76)1733130350-0.jpg)
The Fourth Industrial Revolution (FIR) is taking shape. Technological innovation, artificial intelligence (AI) and the application of new methods are reshaping the basic contours of the economy. It has challenged traditional economic wisdom and production models. | The FIR has triggered changes in total factor productivity as well as in the factors of production themselves. AI is transforming both total and industrial productivity by reshaping skill sets, altering production costs and redefining competitiveness. Estimates suggest that AI can reduce costs by up to 25%, improve efficiency by 10-50% and save time…
(2026-02-16). Glass injuries on Goa beaches demand practical, incentivised remedy: DRS. ummid.com Recurring injuries from broken glass on Goa's beaches have begun to draw attention to how waste is managed after consumption.
(2026-02-16). Turkey's Erdogan heads to Ethiopia amid tensions over Horn of Africa. al-monitor.com The Turkish leader is expected to raise Ankara's concerns over Somalia's territorial integrity while discussing ways to deepen bilateral ties with Addis Ababa.
(2026-02-16). This Tennessee Prison Is Leaving LGBTQ People Unhoused Behind Bars. truthout.org In the United States, it is possible to be unhoused even inside a prison. At the South Central Correctional Center in Tennessee, people sleep in doorways, closets, or even in the showers. "Anywhere that's pretty much off camera," said Bishop, a man imprisoned in the facility who chose not to use his last name out of fear of retaliation. Atticus, another man in the prison… |
(2026-02-16). Weather outlook: 16 February – 22 February. sanews.gov.za Weather outlook: 16 February – 22 February | The South African Weather Service (SAWS) has advised that on Monday the country will experience partly cloudy, warm-to-hot conditions over the western interior, with isolated to scattered showers and thundershowers possible from the afternoon. | "There is a yellow level 2 warning of severe thunderstorms over the central and southern parts of the Northern Cape for today, expected to result in a high likelihood of minor impacts of damaging winds, hail, and heavy downpours that may lead to localised floods, with the likelihood expected to decrease to medium by Tuesday aft…
(2026-02-16). Thursday 2/19: Panel: CWA 1104 Educational Division Panel on Working-Class Struggle against Fascism. indybay.org Register At | tinyurl.com/Feb19CWAPanel…
(2026-02-16). Comienza Año Nuevo Chino 2026: Luna nueva, eclipse solar y Caballo de Fuego. cubadebate.cu El próximo martes 17 de febrero de 2026 se producirá una sincronía perfecta entre el cosmos y la tradición milenaria oriental. El inicio del Año Nuevo Chino coincidirá de manera exacta con un eclipse solar anular, un evento que ocurre gracias a la fase de Luna nueva, motor fundamental de ambos fenómenos.
(2026-02-16). Nueva caída mundial de la red social X. cubadebate.cu La red social X, antes Twitter, sufrió este lunes una caída global alrededor de las 14: 15 horas en España. El fallo afectó tanto a la aplicación móvil como a la versión web, con miles de reportes en países como Estados Unidos, España, Francia e Italia. Downdetector registró más de 40.000 incidencias en territorio estadounidense y unas 4.000 en España. Los usuarios se encontraron con mensajes de error que impedían cargar o publicar contenido. Hasta el momento, la compañía no ha ofrecido explicaciones ni ha confirmado cuándo se restablecerá el servicio.
(2026-02-16). Nueva caída mundial de la red social X. cubadebate.cu La red social X, antes Twitter, sufrió este lunes una caída global alrededor de las 14: 15 horas en España. El fallo afectó tanto a la aplicación móvil como a la versión web, con miles de reportes en países como Estados Unidos, España, Francia e Italia. Downdetector registró más de 40.000 incidencias en territorio estadounidense y unas 4.000 en España. Los usuarios se encontraron con mensajes de error que impedían cargar o publicar contenido. Hasta el momento, la compañía no ha ofrecido explicaciones ni ha confirmado cuándo se restablecerá el servicio.
(2026-02-16). Comienza Año Nuevo Chino 2026: Luna nueva, eclipse solar y Caballo de Fuego. cubadebate.cu El próximo martes 17 de febrero de 2026 se producirá una sincronía perfecta entre el cosmos y la tradición milenaria oriental. El inicio del Año Nuevo Chino coincidirá de manera exacta con un eclipse solar anular, un evento que ocurre gracias a la fase de Luna nueva, motor fundamental de ambos fenómenos.
(2026-02-16). Mensaje de la Asociación Nacional de Amistad Italia-Cuba. cubadebate.cu La Junta Directiva Nacional de la Asociación Nacional de Amistad, ante la gravísima situación que está viviendo Cuba como consecuencia de la extraordinaria agresión llevada a cabo por el gobierno de Donald Trump y su acólito Marco Rubio con el bloqueo de todos los suministros de petróleo, impone la más firme condena de dicha agresión y la multiplicación de todos los esfuerzos de solidaridad con el pueblo cubano y su Revolución.
(2026-02-16). Este lunes en la Mesa Redonda: Comenzando la Semana. mesaredonda.cubadebate.cu Los resultados de la Conferencia de Seguridad de Múnich y la tensa situación política en Oriente Medio, serán los temas principales este lunes en la Mesa Redonda Comenzando la Semana, que contará además con la sección Desde las redes.
(2026-02-16). El auge del rodriguismo en Costa Rica. nacla.org 
Preocupados por una creciente sensación de inseguridad, los costarricenses eligieron a Laura Fernández, una candidata del partido gobernante cuyo predecesor lideró un proyecto político que rompe con la tradición democrática del país.
(2026-02-16). Unión Eléctrica pronostica afectación de 1753 MW para la máxima demanda de este lunes. cubadebate.cu La disponibilidad del SEN a las 06: 00 a.m. era de 1240 MW, la demanda 1915 MW, con 710 MW afectados. En el horario de la media se estima una afectación de 850 MW. Para el pico se pronostica la entrada de Patana de Regla con 59 MW y la entrada de 5 motores en el emplazamiento de Moa con 70 MW y la entrada de 7 motores de Fuel de Mariel con 105 MW. Con este pronóstico se prevé para el pico una afectación de 1753 MW.
(2026-02-16). Villa Clara añade nuevas capacidades de generación fotovoltaica. cubadebate.cu Con la sincronización del parque solar fotovoltaico de Cumbre, en el municipio de Placetas, Villa Clara llegó a los 125,2 MW de capacidad instalada para la producción de energía solar fotovoltaica en los once emplazamientos con que cuenta hasta el momento. El nuevo parque, de 21.8 MW, que quedó conectado al Sistema Electroenergético Nacional en días recientes.
(2026-02-16). Villa Clara añade nuevas capacidades de generación fotovoltaica. cubadebate.cu Con la sincronización del parque solar fotovoltaico de Cumbre, en el municipio de Placetas, Villa Clara llegó a los 125,2 MW de capacidad instalada para la producción de energía solar fotovoltaica en los once emplazamientos con que cuenta hasta el momento. El nuevo parque, de 21.8 MW, que quedó conectado al Sistema Electroenergético Nacional en días recientes.
(2026-02-16). Mensaje de la Asociación Nacional de Amistad Italia-Cuba. cubadebate.cu La Junta Directiva Nacional de la Asociación Nacional de Amistad, ante la gravísima situación que está viviendo Cuba como consecuencia de la extraordinaria agresión llevada a cabo por el gobierno de Donald Trump y su acólito Marco Rubio con el bloqueo de todos los suministros de petróleo, impone la más firme condena de dicha agresión y la multiplicación de todos los esfuerzos de solidaridad con el pueblo cubano y su Revolución.
(2026-02-16). Unión Eléctrica pronostica afectación de 1753 MW para la máxima demanda de este lunes. cubadebate.cu La disponibilidad del SEN a las 06: 00 a.m. era de 1240 MW, la demanda 1915 MW, con 710 MW afectados. En el horario de la media se estima una afectación de 850 MW. Para el pico se pronostica la entrada de Patana de Regla con 59 MW y la entrada de 5 motores en el emplazamiento de Moa con 70 MW y la entrada de 7 motores de Fuel de Mariel con 105 MW. Con este pronóstico se prevé para el pico una afectación de 1753 MW.
(2026-02-16). Carnival tribute to Brazil's Lula in Rio sparks political backlash. tribune.com.pk 
When Brazilian President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva learned that a samba school in Rio de Janeiro would base its carnival parade this year on his journey from factory worker to president, he broke into tears and then smiled for pictures holding the school's flag. | But, as Rio's world famous carnival parade approached, the tribute became a political headache. | Opposition parties and politicians have filed a flurry of lawsuits alleging that Lula is benefiting from what they describe as an illegal form of early campaigning ahead of this year's presidential election. The president hopes to be elected for his four…
(2026-02-16). Matanzas: National Series Champion! radiohc.cu Havana, February 15 (RHC) — Cocodrilos de Matanzas were crowned Cuban baseball champions after defeating Leñadores de las Tunas for the fourth consecutive day with a resounding 11-0 victory (knockout) at Havana's Latinoamericano Stadium. | More than 100 kilometers from their home stadium, on the grass of the Coloso del Cerro (Cerro Stadium), Armando Ferrer's team asserted its dominance from the very first inning, stringing together eight consecutive hits and crossing home plate seven times against starting pitcher Eliander Bravo and first reliever Andier Reyes. | The Cocodrilos continued their scoring spree…
(2026-02-16). Cuba ratifica a España su voluntad de reforzar nexos. cubadebate.cu El ministro de Relaciones Exteriores de Cuba, Bruno Rodríguez Parrilla, reiteró hoy al Gobierno de España la voluntad de reforzar el diálogo político, económico-comercial y la cooperación en beneficio de ambos países.
(2026-02-16). MC USA annual BIPOC gathering looks back, forward in South Texas. anabaptistworld.org Mennonite Church USA's annual Hope for the Future gathering focused on discernment and strategic visioning Jan. 30-Feb. 1 at Iglesia Cristiana Roca de Refugio (Rock of Refuge Christian Church) in San Antonio, Texas.
(2026-02-16). Erislandy àÅlvarez debutó hoy en la XLV edición de la Copa Independencia de Boxeo. cubadebate.cu El campeón olímpico de París 2024, Erislandy àÅlvarez, debutó hoy en la XLV edición de la Copa Independencia de Boxeo en la República Dominicana. El evento se celebra en Santiago de los Caballeros y se extenderá hasta el 22 de febrero.
(2026-02-16). Cuba ratifica a España su voluntad de reforzar nexos. cubadebate.cu El ministro de Relaciones Exteriores de Cuba, Bruno Rodríguez Parrilla, reiteró hoy al Gobierno de España la voluntad de reforzar el diálogo político, económico-comercial y la cooperación en beneficio de ambos países.
(2026-02-16). El documento notarial en formato de lectura fácil: herramienta para la inclusión. cubadebate.cu El 7 de enero de este año entró en vigor la nueva Ley del Notariado en Cuba. La Norma busca mejorar la calidad del servicio notarial y en consecuencia garantizar los intereses de los que acuden cada día ante Notario público.
(2026-02-16). Oslo's Legacy: De Facto Annexation and an International Mandate for Subjugation. counterpunch.org 
The Oslo Accords were never a peace process. They were distractions, a scam to neutralize the Palestinian movement and give reactionary Arab dictators a fig leaf to normalize with Israel. They were a political deception, aimed at ending the Palestinian civil uprising (Intifada), dismantling the armed struggle, and granting Israel time, space, and international cover to
(2026-02-16). El bloqueo de combustible pone en riesgo a más de 32 000 embarazadas en Cuba. cubadebate.cu El Ministerio de Salud Pública hace ingentes esfuerzos para garantizar servicios vitales a la población, en medio de una cruenta guerra económica.
(2026-02-16). France, Selective Outrage and "The Calibration of Truth" globalresearch.ca "France cannot be France without greatness." — Charles de Gaulle | Great powers reveal themselves not through what they say, but through what makes them react—and how quickly. Outrage in Western politics has a tempo. It's measured, prioritized, deployed with precision. …
(2026-02-16). Irán condena el endurecimiento del bloqueo de EEUU a Cuba y su impacto en la situación energética. cubadebate.cu El gobierno de Irán expresó este lunes su rechazo a lo que calificó como "acciones ilegales e inhumanas" por parte de Estados Unidos hacia Cuba, en referencia al recrudecimiento del bloqueo económico que, según denuncia, ha sumido a la isla en una crisis energética derivada de la falta de combustible.
(2026-02-16). Sunday 2/22: Baked Goods Not Bombs. indybay.org Colusa Circle, Kensington (neat the Farmers Market)…
(2026-02-16). Intelligenza artificiale e guerra: USA e Cina dicono no alle regole. strategic-culture.su Al terzo summit REAIM, solo 35 Paesi su 85 firmano la dichiarazione sull'uso responsabile dell'IA in ambito bellico. Washington e Pechino rifiutano: troppo rischioso limitarsi mentre la corsa tecnologica accelera. L'Europa resta sola a cercare regole per armi che ancora non sappiamo controllare. | Segue nostro Il fatto | Il 4 e 5 febbraio 2026, ad A Coruña, in Spagna, circa un terzo dei Paesi partecipanti al terzo vertice REAIM (Responsi…
(2026-02-16). Revelations of German Pilot: Shocking Analysis of the "Shooting Down" of Malaysian MH17. "Aircraft Was Not Hit by a Missile" globalresearch.ca A typical SU 25 jet is equipped with a double-barreled 30-mm gun, a 250 round magazine of anti-tank & splinter-explosive shells. The MH17 cockpit was fired at from both sides: entry & exit holes are found on the same fragment of it's cockpit segment…
(2026-02-16). US forces board tanker in Indian Ocean that fled Trump's Venezuela blockade. aljazeera.com Panamanian-flagged Veronica III left Venezuela on the same day as the US capture of President Nicolas Maduro in January.
(2026-02-16). When is Ramadan 2026, and how is the moon sighted? aljazeera.com The first day of fasting for the Muslim holy month of Ramadan in Mecca will likely be Thursday, February 19.
(2026-02-16). Israel's move to register land 'systematises dispossession' of Palestinians. aljazeera.com Israeli rights groups say land registration in West Bank will further Israel's aim of annexing Palestinian territory.
(2026-02-16). ByteDance pledges fixes to Seedance 2.0 after Hollywood copyright claims. aljazeera.com Hollywood groups say the AI video generator uses the likeness of actors and others without permission.
(2026-02-16). India hosts AI Impact Summit, drawing world leaders, tech giants. aljazeera.com Summit aims to outline global AI governance and collaboration for inclusive growth and sustainability.
(2026-02-16). Europe's growing fight over Israeli goods: Boycott movements mushroom. aljazeera.com From a supermarket worker's grassroots act to state-led initiatives, a protest grows. But pro-Israel groups battle back.
(2026-02-16). Herzog protest when politicans fail, police go rogue, justice fails to protect. asiapacificreport.nz 
Israel's President Herzog has departed Australia, leaving less "social cohesion", while politicians, justices and NSW police have many questions to answer. Wendy Bacon reports for Michael West Media. ANALYSIS: By Wendy Bacon Many who witnessed the horrific police violence in Sydney's CBS on the evening of February 9 say they had never seen anything like…
(2026-02-16). China upgrades Xiong'an high-tech zone to national level. ecns.cn China's State Council has approved the upgrade of the Hebei Xiong'an high-tech industrial development zone to a national-level high-tech industrial development zone, according to an official statement released on Friday.
(2026-02-16). Chinese leaders extend Spring Festival greetings to retired senior officials. ecns.cn President Xi Jinping and other Chinese leaders have visited or entrusted others to visit retired senior officials to extend greetings ahead of the Spring Festival, which falls on Feb. 17 this year.
(2026-02-16). Xi sends congratulatory message to 39th African Union Summit. ecns.cn Chinese President Xi Jinping on Saturday sent a congratulatory message to Joao Lourenco, rotating African Union (AU) chairperson and Angolan president, and Mahmoud Ali Youssouf, chairperson of the AU Commission, extending warm congratulations to African countries and people over the 39th AU Summit.
(2026-02-16). Fujian villages bear witness to changes. ecns.cn From 1997 to 1999, relocation efforts promoted by Xi, then deputy secretary of the Fujian Provincial Committee of the CPC, brought Jiang and more than 500 other boat-dwelling households ashore.
(2026-02-16). JD.com recovers most goods stolen from Paris warehouse. ecns.cn JD.com said that the majority of goods stolen from one of its warehouses in France late last year have been recovered, The Paper reported Saturday.
(2026-02-16). 10 big things about China you should not miss (Feb. 8 – Feb. 14). ecns.cn At a regular press briefing, Foreign Ministry spokesperson Lin Jian said China had noted reports that U.S. Under Secretary for Arms Control and International Security Thomas G. DiNanno urged China to participate in "multilateral talks" on nuclear arms control and strategic stability and alleged that China carried out "nuclear explosive tests" in June 2020, while outlining U.S. proposals on nuclear arms control at the Conference on Disarmament in Geneva.
(2026-02-16). Chinese robots and culture converge at UN's Year of the Horse celebration. ecns.cn A robotic lion dancer, a panda-shaped robot and three humanoid dancing robots took center stage at a Chinese New Year gala hosted by the United Nations Chinese Book Club at UN headquarters in New York on Thursday.
(2026-02-16). Cambodia intensifies nationwide crackdown on telecom fraud, advances new legislation. ecns.cn Cambodia has intensified a nationwide crackdown on telecom and online fraud, repatriating thousands of foreign nationals and pushing forward new legislation to strengthen its legal framework against cross-border scams.
(2026-02-16). Comicomment: One step from the fall. ecns.cn Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi recently stated on a television program that she is "trying to create an environment" to visit the notorious Yasukuni Shrine, a site that commemorates 14 convicted Class-A war criminals from WWII. This alarming rhetoric reveals not only a disregard for historical justice but also the intentions of Japan's right wing to revive a militarist past.
(2026-02-16). Comicomment: Backward road, dead end. ecns.cn Following the recent election, Japanese Prime Minister and Liberal Democratic Party (LDP) President Sanae Takaichi swiftly signaled her intention to accelerate constitutional revision, stating that she would "create an environment in which a national referendum on revising the constitution can be held as soon as possible."
(2026-02-16). (W.E. Talk) Expert: Repairing China-Japan ties after election a test for Tokyo's diplomacy. ecns.cn Domestically, the long-term economic stagnation, rising prices, and depreciation of the yen have created a compounded negative effect. On the international front, issues such as how to repair China-Japan relations and maintain the stability in the Japan-U.S. alliance have become unavoidable challenges for the Japanese government.
(2026-02-16). New Zealand parliament members wish Chinese People a happy Year of the Horse. ecns.cn As the Chinese New Year approaches, New Zealand members of Parliament, led by Prime Minister Christopher Luxon, delivered their New Year greetings in Chinese, wishing the Chinese people a happy New Year, smooth progress, and the strength to gallop ahead in the Year of the Horse.
(2026-02-16). Xi extends Chinese New Year greetings to ring in Year of Horse. ecns.cn Chinese President Xi Jinping, also general secretary of the Communist Party of China (CPC) Central Committee and chairman of the Central Military Commission, delivers a speech at a reception to usher in the Chinese New Year at the Great Hall of the People in Beijing, capital of China, Feb. 14, 2026.
(2026-02-16). From Yiwu to Global: How creative pet products win over global merchants. ecns.cn A woman entrepreneur in Yiwu strives to innovate, bringing creative pet products to the rest of the world. Click the video to discover what makes Yiwu's pet creations so impressive!
(2026-02-16). China to grant zero-tariff treatment to 53 African countries. ecns.cn China will grant zero-tariff treatment to 53 African countries that have diplomatic relations with China starting from May 1, 2026, CCTV reported on Saturday.
(2026-02-16). Unlocking Chinese Cities | Kiln fires of 'Capital of Porcelain' ignite the dreams of ceramic artists worldwide. ecns.cn The kiln fires of Jingdezhen, known as the "Capital of Porcelain," produce delicate china cups, plates and bowls for everyday use, as well as exquisite artistic ceramics. | Since the Song Dynasty, Jingdezhen porcelain has crossed oceans to reach more than 120 countries, serving as a messenger of cultural exchange.
(2026-02-16). Kazakhstan: Draft Constitution Raises Rights Concerns. hrw.org Click to expand Image | Kazakhstan President Kassym-Jomart Tokaev speaks during his televised address to the nation in Nur-Sultan, Kazakhstan, January 7, 2022. | © © 2022 Kazakhstan's Presidential Press Service via AP, File…
(2026-02-16). ICRC president: States must harness momentum to improve Gaza's dire humanitarian situation in next phase of ceasefire. icrc.org The following is a quote attributable to ICRC President Mirjana Spoljaric on the urgent need to improve the humanitarian situation in Gaza.
(2026-02-16). Philippines: Caring for conflict-affected people. icrc.org Facts and figures from January to December 2025…
(2026-02-16). ICRC President: Respect for international humanitarian law preserves pathways back to peace. icrc.org Speech given by Mirjana Spoljaric, President of the International Committee of the Red Cross: Maastricht Die Natalis — Honorary Doctorate Ceremony…
(2026-02-16). Working Together to Respect Human Rights and Humanitarian Law. icrc.org This speech was delivered by Megan Rock, Head of the ICRC's Regional Delegation in the Pacific, at the Commonwealth Law Minister's Meeting on 11 February 2026 in Nadi, Fiji…
(2026-02-16). European leaders call for strategic autonomy amid int'l turbulence and transatlantic tension. independent.co.ug 
MUNICH, Germany | Xinhua | European leaders at the 62nd Munich Security Conference (MSC) have called for greater strategic autonomy, reflecting growing anxieties over a fractured international order and a widening rift in transatlantic relations. European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen noted on Saturday that Europe faces "a distinct threat from outside forces attempting …
(2026-02-16). Reach A Hand Uganda celebrates older persons with Threads of Legacy. independent.co.ug 
Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Known for its work in sexual and reproductive health and rights (SRHR) advocacy among young people, Reach A Hand Uganda took a different approach this time around. On February 14, 2026, the organisation turned its focus to older persons through a special event called 'Threads of Legacy', held at its …
(2026-02-16). 13 gun salute as Major General Sande is laid to rest. independent.co.ug 
Kabale, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | The Uganda Peoples Defence Forces (UPDF) on Sunday accorded a 13-gun salute to Major General Deus Karachi Sande as he was laid to rest at his ancestral home in Ruboroga-Kachuro Village, Kigata Parish, Kyanamira Sub-county, Kabale District. A casket containing Major General Sande was lowered into the grave at exactly …
(2026-02-16). French Police Raid Arab World Institute in Epstein-Linked Investigation of Jack Lang. moderndiplomacy.eu French authorities have intensified their investigation into former culture minister Jack Lang, focusing on his alleged ties to convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein. Lang, who led the Paris-based Arab World Institute (AWI) since 2013, resigned earlier this month amid growing scrutiny. The investigation was prompted by documents released by the U.S. Department of Justice, which …
(2026-02-16). Hungary Seeks Croatian Aid as Russian Oil Deliveries via Ukraine Halt. moderndiplomacy.eu Hungary and Slovakia have requested Croatia's assistance in delivering Russian oil following disruptions in oil flow through Ukraine. A Russian attack on the Druzhba pipeline on January 27 halted oil transport to Eastern Europe, with Ukraine blaming Russia for the damage. However, Hungary's Foreign Minister, Peter Szijarto, refuted Ukraine's claims, stating that Ukraine had paused …
(2026-02-16). UK Weighs Accelerating 3% Defence Spending Target. moderndiplomacy.eu The government of United Kingdom is considering bringing forward its target to spend 3% of GDP on defence, according to a report by the BBC. The proposal would accelerate plans set out last year and reflects mounting pressure to address rising security costs. Shift From Earlier Spending Plans In February 2025, Britain pledged to raise …
(2026-02-16). Czech-Led Effort Delivers 4.4 Million Large-Calibre Rounds to Ukraine. moderndiplomacy.eu Ukraine has received 4.4 million rounds of large-calibre ammunition, including 155mm shells, under a Czech-led initiative combining arms traders, producers, and foreign donor funding, Czech President Petr Pavel told a local news outlet. The program, which sources munitions globally and delivers them to Ukraine, has been credited with bolstering Kyiv's defensive capabilities in the ongoing …
(2026-02-16). India Hosts Global AI Summit as Tech Leaders Gather in New Delhi. moderndiplomacy.eu New Delhi is hosting a major global artificial intelligence summit this week, bringing together top technology executives and world leaders as India seeks to attract investment and shape the future of AI governance. Officials describe the India AI Impact Summit as the first global AI forum of its kind held in the developing world, positioning …
(2026-02-16). UK Considers Ban on Social Media for Under-16s and AI Chatbot Safety Rules. moderndiplomacy.eu The United Kingdom government is considering an Australian-style ban on social media use for children under 16, potentially implementing it within months of the consultation period's conclusion. Prime Minister Keir Starmer's administration is pursuing this as part of a broader effort to respond more rapidly to digital risks, following growing concern about children's exposure to …
(2026-02-16). Israel's attacks on Gaza persist as 'Peace Board' set to meet. newarab.com 
Israeli forces killed at least 12 Palestinians in a series of strikes hitting At least one Palestinian has been killed so far on Monday, following Israeli shelling on the The latest deaths bring the number of Palestinians killed since the ceasefire came into effect on 11 October to 603, with…
(2026-02-16). How Israel's war is reshaping birth, life and loss in Gaza. newarab.com 
(2026-02-16). War economy: Inside Israel's cigarette smuggling scandal in Gaza. newarab.com 
(2026-02-16). Witkoff, Kushner to represent US in Iran nuclear talks in Geneva. newarab.com 
(2026-02-16). US-Iran talks to begin in Geneva on Tuesday, amid strike threats. newarab.com 
(2026-02-16). French police raid Arab Institute in Paris amid Epstein fallout. newarab.com 
French police searched the France's National Financial Prosecutor (PNF) said in a statement that the Arab World Institute was among several locations being raided. | Prosecutors this month opened a preliminary inve…
(2026-02-16). Israel to deploy more forces at Al-Aqsa during Ramadan. newarab.com 
Israeli police said on Monday that they would deploy in force around the Over the course of the month of fasting and prayer, hundreds of thousands of Palestinians traditionally attend
(2026-02-16). Ukraine ex-energy minister named suspect in laundering probe. newarab.com 
Ukraine's former energy minister German Galushchenko has been formally named as a suspect in a high-profile The announcement comes one day after Galushchenko was detained by law enforcement attempting to leave Ukraine, and is the latest development in a corruption scandal in the energy sector that "The former Energy Minister (2021-…
(2026-02-16). NBA All-Star game sees celebrities show support for Palestine. newarab.com 
(2026-02-16). Accused Bondi killer Naveed Akram appears in court by video link. newarab.com 
Accused Bondi Beach killer Akram and his father, Sajid, allegedly attacked a Akram has been charged with terrorism, 15 counts of murder, dozens of counts of causing wounds…
(2026-02-16). Afghan Taliban could support Tehran if Washington bombs Iran. newarab.com 
The Zabihullah Mujahid, a spokesperson for the group, told Radio Iran's Pashto-language service that if the US bombed Iran, then it could help Tehran, according to local media, although this would likely be moral and humanitarian support rather than military assistance, according to Irani…
(2026-02-16). Australian museum recovers Egyptian artefacts after break-in. newarab.com 
Australian police have recovered a trove of stolen The man was accused of breaking a window and making off with the priceless treasures in the early hours of Friday from the Abbey Museum of Art and Archeology in the Queensland town of Caboolture. | Police said they found all the stolen goods – except for a wooden cat sculpture – with only minor damage when they searched a car the following day at a ferry terminal south of the m…
(2026-02-16). Israeli approval of West Bank land registration triggers outrage. newarab.com 
Israel's foreign ministry said the measure, approved late on Sunday, would enable "transparent and thorough clarification of rights to resolve legal disputes" and was "needed" for what it called "unlawful" land registration in areas controlled by the Palestinian Authority. | But Egypt, Qatar a…
(2026-02-16). Hezbollah chief urges halt to government's disarmament plan. newarab.com 
In a televised speech commemorating the assassinations of three of the group's leaders by Israel, Qassem slammed what he called "continuous concessions" to Tel Aviv, which has continued to bomb Lebanon despite a ceasefire agreed in November 2024. | "If you want to surrender, amend the constitution, because the constitution'
(2026-02-16). Sudan: Drone attack on North Kordofan market kills 28. newarab.com 
The attack occurred in a paramilitary-controlled area in the far north of According to the Emergency…
(2026-02-16). Moroccans start returning home to northwest as weather improves. newarab.com 
(2026-02-16). India seizes three Iran-linked US-sanctioned tankers. newarab.com 
India aims to prevent its waters from being used for ship-to-ship transfers that obscure the origin of oil cargoes, Reuters report…
(2026-02-16). Why are leaders still important in modern day politics? onlineopinion.com.au Attrition, ambush or resignation. Leadership spills now define Australian politics. The Liberals' crisis is less anomaly than symptom.
(2026-02-16). US working to expand control over Compact states in the Pacific. responsiblestatecraft.org The United States is quietly working to reassert its control over the compact states, three island states in the central Pacific Ocean.Last month, witnesses at a
(2026-02-16). $5B Gaza Aid Pledge Anchors Trump's New Middle East Peace Plan. thinktank.pk In a bold international initiative, US President Donald Trump announced that members of his newly formed "Board of Peace" have pledged more than $5‚ÄØbillion toward humanitarian aid and Gaza's reconstruction, marking a significant development in efforts to rebuild war‚Äëtorn Palestinian territory after years of conflict. The announcement — to be formalized at the Board's inaugural …
(2026-02-16). No, Europe Is Not Dying: EU Rejects America's Decline Narrative. thinktank.pk In a striking display of diplomatic confidence, European Union foreign policy chief Kaja Kallas forcefully rejected claims that Europe is facing "civilisational erasure," pushing back against recent criticisms from Washington at the 2026 Munich Security Conference. Rather than conceding to narratives of decline, European leaders are reframing the continent as resilient, attractive, and strategically autonomous …
(2026-02-16). Waiting Out Trump: Is Europe Betting Too Much on America's Political Clock? thinktank.pk As tensions ripple across the Atlantic once again, a question increasingly debated in European capitals is no longer whispered but openly discussed: should Europe simply wait for Donald Trump to leave office to repair relations with the United States? Equally important—and far less examined—is whether Americans themselves believe the same, viewing current frictions as temporary …
(2026-02-16). COP31 and the Battle for Climate Leadership in an Age of Strongman Politics. thinktank.pk As geopolitical tensions intensify, trade wars resurface, and multilateralism comes under strain, climate change is increasingly emerging as both a stress test and a solution for the international system. That was the central message delivered at a high-level press conference in Istanbul by the COP31 President-Designate ahead of the UN climate summit scheduled to take …
(2026-02-16). Inspired by the Olympics? Philadelphia-area outdoor enthusiasts offer tips for exercising in the cold. whyy.org From Philly and the Pa. suburbs to South Jersey and Delaware, what would you like WHYY News to cover? Most of us probably aren't landing triple axels on the ice, racing over 30 miles in cross-country skiing or dropping into a halfpipe on a snowboard atop a mountain in the Italian Alps like the elite athletes competing in the Winter Olympics this month. | But with all the focus on the winter games, some folks might be inspired to pick up some skates, skis or snowshoes and head out for some outdoor activity and exercise of their own. | Philadelphia-area doctors, longtime runne…
(2026-02-16). Philadelphia culture leaders 'gravely concerned' about changes to Pennsylvania's arts funding. whyy.org From Philly and the Pa. suburbs to South Jersey and Delaware, what would you like WHYY News to cover? Arts funding from the state of Pennsylvania is changing, which could make some artists and arts organizations ineligible for grant funding. | The Pennsylvania Council on the Arts is rebranding its granting operation as a new entity called
(2026-02-16). WHYY Newscast for Monday 11:00 a.m. whyy.org The latest local headlines from WHYY…
(2026-02-16). WHYY Newscast for Monday 9:00 a.m. whyy.org The latest local headlines from WHYY…
(2026-02-16). ICE memo outlines massive $38.3 billion expansion of concentration camp network. wsws.org The US government is spending billions acquiring warehouses across the country to "process" those it deems "illegal."
(2026-02-16). New Zealand firefighters continue strikes. wsws.org Firefighters who spoke with the WSWS denounced government ministers and right-wing media commentators who attacked them for striking against pay cuts and rundown, faulty equipment.
(2026-02-16). The Munich War Conference. wsws.org The era in which the interests of the imperialist powers were concealed by diplomatic manoeuvres and international institutions is over. A new era has begun in which they are decidedly open about military force and war.
(2026-02-16). This week in history: February 16-22. wsws.org Auto factory occupation in Windsor, Ontario; Portuguese Stalinists, social democrats bow to military; US launches counteroffensive in Korea; France sets up puppet advisory group in Annam.
(2026-02-16). Widespread enthusiasm for Will Lehman's campaign for UAW president. wsws.org Workers are outraged by the betrayals of the UAW bureaucracy and the escalating attack on jobs and the social and democratic rights of the working class.
(2026-02-16). With strike looming, BP Whiting refinery workers rally to defend jobs, wages and safety. wsws.org Opposition to the company's proposals is enormous at Whiting, which voted 98 percent to strike. But if the USW's pattern agreement is accepted at other refineries, it sets the stage for a strike to be isolated, giving management the upper hand.
(2026-02-16). Germany: VW workforce bleeds while the board cashes in—with help from the Works Council and IG Metall. wsws.org In December 2024, Works Council leader Daniela Cavallo and IG Metall district manager Thorsten Grà∂ger announced a "Christmas miracle" at Volkswagen: 35,000 jobs cut and wages reduced by up to 20 percent. Now the board members are collecting bonuses of up to ‚Ǩ1.75 million each.
(2026-02-16). Political conflict in the Philippine elite deepens over Washington's war preparations. wsws.org The ouster of Imee Marcos from the Senate Committee on Foreign Relations expresses how Washington's preparations for war with China are driving the conflict between the Duterte and Marcos factions of the Philippine elite.
(2026-02-16). Berlin film festival jury president Wim Wenders insists the role of artists is to "stay out of politics" wsws.org Well-known Indian author Arundhati Roy announced her plan to turn down an invitation to attend the festival due to her disgust at the comments made by Wenders and other jury members.
(2026-02-16). After another anti-ICE school walkout, Los Angeles students confront federal thugs. wsws.org Last Friday several hundred Los Angeles-area students faced off and stood their ground when attacked by violent federal agents outside the federal jail in downtown Los Angeles.