(2026-04-02). Donald Trump's Iran war story: 32 days of shifting messages in 16 Speeches. hindustantimes.com In just 32 days, Donald Trump has told the story of the Iran war, one remark at a time. From announcing "major combat operations" to claiming Iran was weeks away from a nuclear weapon, from threatening endless bombing to suddenly talking peace – and now, promising to end the war "within two to three weeks." But what do these statements actually reveal? Is this a coherent strategy or a narrative shifting in real time? This bite belt tracks every key moment, mapping how the U.S. President's messaging evolved as the war unfolded. Watch closely, because the contradictions are hard to ignore. Before the national addre…
(2026-04-02). Spy game intensifies in Iran war: Is a secret deal taking shape as CIA comes in touch with Russia. hindustantimes.com Backchannel talks between the Central Intelligence Agency and SVR have emerged amid the ongoing Iran war, raising questions about hidden diplomacy and global power dynamics. Sergei Naryshkin confirmed ongoing contacts, while speculation grows over potential Russian support to Tehran. As Donald Trump navigates a prolonged conflict, these developments highlight the complex web of intelligence, diplomacy, and strategic maneuvering shaping the crisis.
(2026-04-02). Crimes against peace: The Nuremburg Trials precedent and the illegal US-Israeli war against Iran. wsws.org In a powerful lecture at Friedrich-Alexander University in Nuremberg, David North demonstrated that the US-Israeli war against Iran constitutes a crime against peace under the legal standards established at the Nuremberg Trials.
(2026-04-02). 'The rope is for Arabs only': Israel's new death penalty law for Palestinians recycles a colonial playbook. mondoweiss.net 
The passing of the recent Israeli death penalty law follows a familiar colonial practice: legalize an already existing policy of extrajudicial executions, but make it follow a timetable. This logic also governs how Israel times its wars, from Gaza to Iran.
(2026-04-02). UN Security Council to focus on Middle East issues in April. ecns.cn UNITED NATIONS, April 1 ⚪ The UN Security Council will focus on the Middle East in April, taking up issues concerning Iran, Lebanon, Gaza and the West Bank, Jamal Fares Alrowaiei.
(2026-04-02). From Gaza to Minab, the Same Story: Children Paying the Price of War. counterpunch.org 
Those who had the misfortune of growing up in a war zone require no explanation. War is hell, it is true—but for children, it is something else entirely: a confusing, disorienting fate that defies comprehension. There are children who live only briefly, experiencing whatever life manages to offer them: the love of parents, the camaraderie of siblings, the fragile joys and inevitable hardships of existence.
(2026-04-02). Friday 4/3: Calling Party for Gaza! Tell the Red Cross: Take Action Now! indybay.org Zoom | www.codepink.org/cpgredcross…
(2026-04-02). Iran mocks 'American dream': Mojtaba aide hits back at Rubio remark, says plot to create 'new Gazas'. hindustantimes.com Iran is using Marco Rubio's own rhetoric to mock what it calls the real "American Dream," with parliament speaker Mohammad Bagher Qalibaf arguing that if Tehran had not spent heavily on weapons, the U.S. could have seized Iran's oil fields within 48 hours, armed Israel even more heavily, and created "many, many new Gazas." His post was a direct response to Rubio's claim that Iran would be a very different country if it had spent billions on its people instead of weapons.
(2026-04-02). Israel Plots razing Iran, but it has 330K STEM graduates per Year. juancole.com Ann Arbor (Informed Comment) — The Apartheid government of indicted war criminal Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has turned to using Gaza genocide-style tactics against Iran — even while the genocide against Gaza continues and an ethnic cleansing campaign proceeds in Lebanon. Israel is now striking civilian objects in Iran in hopes of collapsing Iranian society. It is blowing up pharmaceutical factories making anti-cancer drugs and steel factories and university campuses that do not have a direct military tie. Because of heavy US and European sanctions, Iran had to develop its own drug manufa…
(2026-04-02). Egypt races to rescue Gaza ceasefire as Iran war pushes it aside. newarab.com 
The Egyptian president and foreign minister are escalating diplomatic engagements with world leaders, influential diplomats and officials to bring the 20-point, three-phase plan, which went into effect in October last year, back on track. | During a 1 April meeting in…
(2026-04-02). Thursday 4/2: Albany & El Cerrito for Palestine – Human Billboard for Gaza. indybay.org El Cerrito Plaza, San Pablo & Carlson…
(2026-04-02). When White House was renamed as 'Epstein Island'. ummid.com In a major embarrassment for Donald Trump, the White House was recently renamed as 'Epstein Island' for some Google Pixel phone users in the United States.
(2026-04-02). U.S. lifts sanctions on Venezuela's acting President Delcy Rodriguez. ecns.cn The U.S. on Wednesday lifted sanctions on Venezuela's acting President Delcy Rodriguez, according to an Office of Foreign Assets Control entry on the Treasury Department website.
(2026-04-02). Venezuelan Authorities Coordinate With Shopping Centers on Energy-Saving Protocols. orinocotribune.com The Venezuelan minister for public works, Juan José Ramírez, and representatives of the Venezuelan Chamber of Shopping Centers (Cavececo), set up a working group to coordinate measures for the incorporation of this sector into the National Energy Saving Plan. | In statements given to VTV, Ramírez highlighted that during the meeting an overview of the plan was presented, which allowed for an analysis of the necessary actions to address the increased electricity demand associated with rising temperatures and high electricity consumption. | "Here we have reached good agreements regarding the rational use of the elec…
(2026-04-02). Who Is Delcy Rodríguez, Venezuela's Acting President After the Abduction of President Maduro? orinocotribune.com Due to the illegal abduction of Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro by US military forces, power passed to the executive vice president, Delcy Rodríguez, who is currently serving as acting president in President Maduro's absence. | Some facts about Acting President Delcy Rodríguez: | She was born on May 18, 1969, in Caracas, daughter of Jorge Antonio Rodríguez, leader of the Revolutionary Left Movement and founder of the Marxist party Socialist League. | She graduated from the Faculty of Law at the Central University of Venezuela, was a leader of the student movement, and specialized in labor law in Paris, France…
(2026-04-02). Boxing: Saidel and Claro Know of Rivals for Professional Fights. radiohc.cu Havana, April 1 (RHC) — The announcement of Saidel Horta and Alejandro Claro's opponents provided news about Cuba's presence on a professional boxing card scheduled for May 1st in Palma de Mallorca, Spain, which also features star Arlen López. | The featherweight Horta, the 2023 World Championship silver medalist in Tashkent, will be looking for his second consecutive victory when he faces Venezuelan Fernando José Toro, who boasts an impressive record of 11 wins (9 KOs) and three losses (2 KOs). | Claro, a two-time world bronze medalist, will also be aiming to replicate his success from his previous bout, wh…
(2026-04-02). Lying is Marco Rubio's Premise. radiohc.cu By Hedelberto López Blanch* / Special Collaboration for Resumen Latinoamericano. | Once again, the pathological liar Marco Rubio lies. This time, before a Miami court that is trying his close friend and former congressman, David Rivera. | A report from the Spanish news agency EFE, published by El Nuevo Herald, stated that Secretary of State Marco Rubio claimed in a Miami court that he was unaware of an alleged multimillion-dollar contract that his close friend David Rivera supposedly made in 2017 to bring the Venezuelan government of Nicolás Maduro closer to the United States and facilitate a peaceful transfer of…
(2026-04-02). Macron in Trump's crosshairs as US president blasts France over Hormuz blockade. hindustantimes.com At Easter lunch, U.S. President Donald Trump launched into a fiery rant ahead of his nationally televised war address, boasting of having "taken out" multiple Iranian regimes while blasting Emmanuel Macron, France, and NATO for refusing to help secure the Strait of Hormuz. Trump insisted countries like France, European allies, South Korea, Japan, and China should bear the burden of ending the vital oil chokepoint's blockade, as the U.S. enters Day 33 of the war with growing tensions over Iran and alliance commitments. Watch for more…
(2026-04-02). Iran War's Impact on Gas Price, Clean Energy, Climate. juancole.com by Dana Nuccitelli, Yale Climate Connections | The U.S. and Israel's attacks on Iran have sent oil and gas prices soaring. That could be a boon to cheap, clean technologies like electric vehicles, solar power, and wind — at least in the long run. But in the short run, the outlook is more complicated. | Why is the conflict causing oil and gas prices to spike? : | Iran began restricting ship traffic through the Strait of Hormuz after the U.S. and Israel attacked Iran on Feb. 28, 2026. The strait is the narrow passage, about 20 to 40 miles wide, through which ships must navigate from the Persian Gulf t…
(2026-04-02). Full speech: Trump reveals when US will end Iran war. hindustantimes.com On Day 33 of the war with Iran, US President Donald Trump addressed the nation, making a major revelation regarding the end of the conflict. Even as the war stretches beyond the one-month mark, Trump claimed that US and its ally Israel were achieving success in their military objectives. The US Commander-in-Chief paid homage to over a dozen soldiers who have died in the war so far. He also targeted US allies, asking them to take a more proactive role, especially in ending Iran's chokehold on the Strait of Hormuz, which handles one-fifth of global oil flows, and whose blockade amid the war has led to a global ener…
(2026-04-02). Bab el-Mandeb may prove to be The Gate of Tears. ummid.com The more critical issue regarding their involvement is whether Houthi rebels will attempt to disrupt shipping in the Bab el-Mandeb Strait, effectively undermining Saudi Arabia's efforts to bypass the Strait of Hormuz via its East-West oil pipeline.
(2026-04-02). Iran fires 100+ missiles at Israeli and US targets as Araghchi warns escalation. hindustantimes.com Iran has unleashed one of its most intense barrages yet, with the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps claiming over 100 missiles fired in the latest wave targeting Israeli cities and U.S. assets across the region. Strikes reportedly hit Tel Aviv, Gulf bases, and key military infrastructure, while Tehran frames the escalation as retaliation for attacks on civilian targets, including a pharmaceutical facility. As tensions spiral, Abbas Araghchi has warned of a "forceful" response, raising fears of a deeper and more dangerous phase in the conflict.
(2026-04-02). Iran's president to Americans: Look beyond war propaganda fog, reject "manufactured threat" unitedworldint.com Right before Trump's speech, Pezeshkian addressed the American public. Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian has released an open letter to the American people, questioning whether Washington is truly putting "America First" or merely acting as a "proxy for Israel" willing to fight "to the last American soldier." In the Wednesday message, which traces the roots of …
(2026-04-02). Israel military under strain as Eyal Zamir warns of troop shortages | Hezbollah. hindustantimes.com Israel's military is facing mounting pressure as Eyal Zamir warns of a critical troop shortage amid an expanding multi-front conflict. The Israel Defense Forces is stretched across operations against Iran, Hezbollah, and regional threats, raising concerns over long-term combat readiness. As manpower gaps widen and calls grow to extend mandatory service, pressure is building on Benjamin Netanyahu while Iran signals it has large reserves ready for escalation.
(2026-04-02). Trapped in his own Image: Trump's Ego and the Iran War. juancole.com ( What remains supportive of the war is limited to two predictable camps: official government discourse and the president's most loyal supporters, along with entrenched pro-Israel constituencies. | Beyond these circles, the war is widely understood as reckless, unjustified, and strategically incoherent.
(2026-04-02). The US War on Iran is Illegal. Here's Why That Matters. counterpunch.org 
The U.S. and Israeli war has, from its very beginning, violated both U.S. domestic and international law. The legal consequences go beyond specific violations. Washington and Tel Aviv's breaches of the UN Charter and other legal frameworks also undermine the very foundations of the rule of law. Even while international legal institutions too often lack sufficient capacity
(2026-04-02). Ervand Abrahamian: Iran Under Fire. newleftreview.org One of modern Iran's leading historians provides a critical anatomy of the power structures of the Islamic Republic, on the eve of war—and a scathing denunciation of the long-incubated American-Israeli assault on the country, calculated to bring about Syria-style disintegration and civil war.
(2026-04-02). Collapsing Empire: The Resistance Disarms Israel. scheerpost.com Kit Klarenberg Substack As the criminal Zionist-American war on Iran enters its second month, the conflict has proven so ruinous for the aggressors that dire alarm is being widely sounded. Embarrassing failure to subdue the Islamic Republic from the air has raised the prospect of a US ground operation of some kind, widely perceived as a suicide …
(2026-04-02). Lula says U.S. fabricated lie to wage 'unnecessary war' against Iran. ecns.cn People attend a funeral ceremony in Tehran, Iran, on April 1, 2026..The United States and Israel launched joint military strikes on Iran on Feb.28, disrupting global shipping, sending oil prices soaring and shaking the global economy.
(2026-04-02). How Did the War Launched by the US and Israel Against Iran Resonate in Asia? unitedworldint.com Washington maintains a policy of assigning roles-at times with implicit reproach-to Asian countries such as South Korea, Japan, Australia, and the Philippines. However, the Iran war has created a major rupture in precisely this framework. By Oràßun Gà∂ktàºrk / President of the Sino-Turkish Studies Center The war launched against Iran following the assassination of Iran's …
(2026-04-02). Controlled escalation? Trump hails 'victories' in Iran but vows more strikes in next few weeks. scmp.com US President Donald Trump on Wednesday declared the US‚ÄëIsrael war against Iran had delivered "decisive, overwhelming victories", even as he signalled that key military objectives were still "nearing completion" and that further strikes could inflict heavy damage on targets in the country. | "We are going to hit them extremely hard. Over the next two to three weeks, we are going to bring them back to the Stone Ages, where they belong. In the meantime, discussions are ongoing," he said in a…
(2026-04-02). US-Israeli War on Iran: A religious project with three political goals. ummid.com As the current geopolitical events mirrored by biblical stories show, the US-Israel side is moved by a religious vision with three goals.
(2026-04-02). IB exams 2026 in UAE cancelled due to US-Israeli war on Iran. ummid.com The International Baccalaureate Organisation has cancelled the IB Exams of the year 2026 across the United Arab Emirates (UAE) due to the US-Israeli war on Iran.
(2026-04-02). Ministerial task team appointed to coordinate impact of Middle East conflict. sanews.gov.za Ministerial task team appointed to coordinate impact of Middle East conflict | President Cyril Ramaphosa has established a ministerial task team to coordinate government action to cushion South Africans against the impact of the war in the Middle East which has triggered rising costs of fuel. | This according to Minister in the Presidency, Khumbudzo Ntshavheni, who led a post Cabinet media briefing in Tshwane on Thursday. | Conflict between Israel, the United States and Iran in the Middle East has placed strain on crude oil supply chains across the world, consequently triggering increased local fuel prices. | The…
(2026-04-02). military warns of attacks against Israel, U.S. targets. haaretz.com
(2026-04-02). Irán no negociará con EEUU ni reabrirá el estrecho de Ormuz. radiohc.cu El vicepresidente del Parlamento iraní, Ali Nikzad afirmó este miércoles que su país no entablará negociaciones con Estados Unidos ni reabrirá el estrecho de Ormuz. | Durante una manifestación en la provincia de Markazi, Nikzad declaró que Teherán mantiene una postura firme frente a Washington tras los recientes ataques atribuidos a Estados Unidos e Israel, según reportó la agencia semioficial Fars. | En referencia a recientes declaraciones del presidente estadounidense, Donald Trump, el dirigente expresó: El estrecho de Ormuz jamás se abrirá, no ha habido ni habrá negociaciones". | Nikzad rechazó, además, version…
(2026-04-02). IRGC aerospace chief reappears, inspects missile bases as Iran projects unity. hindustantimes.com IRGC Aerospace Force Chief Majid Mousavi has resurfaced in fresh Iranian state footage, dismissing speculation of internal rifts within the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps as the war intensifies. Seen inspecting underground missile bases and troops, Mousavi's appearance comes amid reports questioning leadership and operational setbacks. Meanwhile, Iran continues sustained missile and drone strikes, projecting unity and defiance even as Donald Trump pushes for an end to the conflict.
(2026-04-02). Iranian president calls on American public to challenge US war motives. asiapacificreport.nz 
By Ali Hashem in Tehran This is a war of narratives with the United States administration trying to push forward its narrative of "victory" while the Iranian administration or establishment is trying to push its narrative of being suppressed and under attack. The Iranian President, Masoud Pezeshkian, has clearly said in an open letter to…
(2026-04-02). YouTube to MP4: Understanding Video Formats,Quality, and Compatibility. moguldom.com Ever downloaded a YouTube video as MP4 and then found it won't play on your device? This happens more often than people expect. Many assume "MP4" alone guarantees a working file. In reality, the real factors are codec, resolution, and device compatibility. When people search for YouTube to MP4, they usually just want a video …
(2026-04-02). Oracle cuts thousands of jobs as it focuses on AI growth. ecns.cn Oracle started cutting thousands of jobs on Tuesday, CNBC reported, as the cloud infrastructure company ramps up investment in building AI infrastructure.
(2026-04-02). What Should You Know About Paybis Crypto SwapSecurity in 2026? moguldom.com As of 2026, you can find documented cases of over $700 million being stolen in crypto assets. The most disheartening aspect is that people can view their assets online, but are unable to retrieve them. The cryptocurrency exchange world is a balance between anonymity and security. To become successful in this field, a platform should …
(2026-04-02). Key member of Chen Zhi crime syndicate extradited from Cambodia to China. ecns.cn A key member of the Chen Zhi crime syndicate has been extradited from Cambodia to China, authorities said Wednesday, in a sign of ongoing law enforcement cooperation between the two countries.
(2026-04-02). UNDP and Kashf Launch Game-Changing Pension Scheme for Women in Pakistan. thinktank.pk In Pakistan, millions of women working in the informal economy remain invisible to the formal financial system. They run small businesses, support families, and contribute significantly to local economies—yet when it comes to long-term financial security, they are often left without a safety net. With only a small fraction of the labor force covered by …
(2026-04-02). President Masoud Pezeshkian speaks to Americans — read full letter here. geo.tv 
Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian speaks during a visit to the shrine of the leader of Iran's 1979 Islamic Revolution, Ayatollah Ruhollah Khomeini, in southern Tehran, Iran, January 31, 2026. — ReutersIran's president, Masoud Pezeshkian, on Wednesday published an open…
(2026-04-02). Israeli settlers are using 'fencing' to seize land in West Bank. newarab.com 
(2026-04-02). Emilie Bickerton: Subterranean Godard. newleftreview.org Emilie Bickerton on Michael Witt, Jean-Luc Godard's Unmade and Abandoned Projects. A 'negative' history that sheds new light on the master filmmaker.
(2026-04-02). UPPSC 2024 Final Result Declared, 33 Muslims Among Toppers. ummid.com Uttar Pradesh Public Service Commission (UPPSC) Sunday March 29, 2026 declared the final result of Provincial Civil Services (PCS) Examination 2024 on its official website along with the list of toppers recommended for various posts.
(2026-04-02). Stumbling Along in Hitler's Footsteps. counterpunch.org World War II, at least in Europe, can be blamed on a single man — a dictator who gained absolute power because of the fecklessness of democratically elected politicians in his country. Afraid to challenge a politician popular with much of their lumpen proletarian base, they hoped to be rid if him by making him
(2026-04-02). Cargo throughput via Three Gorges Dam reaches 2.3 bln metric tons by end of March. ecns.cn As of the end of March, the dual-channel five-tier ship locks of the Three Gorges Dam have handled 1.104 million vessel transits, letting through a cargo volume of 2.37 billion metric tons.
(2026-04-02). Maharashtra SSC, HSC 2026 Result: Board to issue single Marksheet-cum-Certificate. ummid.com The Maharashtra State Board of Secondary and Higher Secondary Education (MSBSHSE) has announced to issue a single Marksheet-cum-Certificate to students who have appeared in the 2026 SSC (Class 10) and HSC (Class 12th) exams.
(2026-04-02). Defence showcases capabilities at the 2026 Rand Show. sanews.gov.za Defence showcases capabilities at the 2026 Rand Show | The South African National Defence Force (SANDF) will be participating in the 2026 edition of the Rand Show, taking place from 2 to 6 April 2026, at the Johannesburg Expo Centre, in NASREC. | In a statement, the SANDF said it will once more utilise the Rand Show as an opportunity to educate and raise public awareness about the defence force, while bringing its work closer to the people. | It will also showcase and engage with citizens on a variety of careers, training opportunities and social responsibility initiatives, while putting a spotlight on the depa…
(2026-04-02). Saturday 4/4: Free Palestiine. indybay.org Ocean at Water Street, Santa Cruz…
(2026-04-02). Friday 4/3: Emergency Rally Against ICE Expansion – Mission Police Station. indybay.org Mission Police Station | 630 Valencia Street | 94110…
(2026-04-02). Monday 4/6: 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…
(2026-04-02). ALF Inflicts $40,000 in Damages at Utah Animal Feed Facility. indybay.org Although a communiquè has not yet been received by the North American Animal Liberation Press Office, news reports from Beryl, Utah, claimed that the Animal Liberation Front (ALF) has caused $40,000 in damages to machinery used to produce food for animals on factory farms.
(2026-04-02). Teamsters block DHL strike with tentative agreement one day before deadline. wsws.org Six thousand DHL workers in the US had authorized strike action by 96 percent against the global logistics giant earlier in March.
(2026-04-02). Here we Joh again! Queensland's new speech bans and police powers. independentaustralia.net 
(2026-04-02). Shallāl: On Water, Palestine, and the Grammar of the Unrelenting. counterpunch.org 
There are mornings when what I feel is not grief exactly. It is rage that has nowhere to go. A need to climb the highest mountain and scream, not words, not arguments, just sound, the kind of sound a human being makes when they have witnessed something that should not be possible and the world has not stopped. When the birds are still singing and the trains are still running and someone somewhere is complaining about the weather, and I am standing there holding what I have seen.
(2026-04-02). SEBA HSLC Result 2026 Date Officially Confirmed. ummid.com The Board of Secondary Education Assam (SEBA) has officially confirmed the date and time to release the result of the HSLC Class 10th Examination 2026.
(2026-04-02). Thursday 4/9: Tell Target To STAND UP TO ICE! indybay.org Metreon Target: 789 Mission Street. Meet on the sidewalk by the Mission Street entrance.
(2026-04-02). China strongly opposes Philippines' illegal re-naming of China's Nansha Qundao: FM spokesperson. ecns.cn Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson Mao Ning at a press conference, Beijing, April 1, 2026./Chinese Foreign Ministry.
(2026-04-02). Iran: Civilians are paying a heavy price amid escalating hostilities. icrc.org The following is a statement from ICRC Head of Delegation in Iran, Vincent Cassard…
(2026-04-02). Medical misogyny and endometriosis: Beyond the Simon Gordon scandal. independentaustralia.net 
(2026-04-02). China eyes 10 billion IoT connections by 2028 under new policy plan. ecns.cn China aims to expand its Internet of Things (IoT) sector to more than 10 billion device connections and a core industry size exceeding 3.5 trillion yuan ($505.8 billion) by 2028, according to a policy plan released on Tuesday.
(2026-04-02). Tsunami warning issued after strong earthquake hits Indonesia. ecns.cn EMSC: M7.1 quake hits 125 km W of Ternate.
(2026-04-02). Narendra Modi's Approval Ratings: A Closer Look. ummid.com The recurring claim that 'Modi is the world's most popular leader' reveals more about media amplification and political messaging than about any definitive measure of public opinion.
(2026-04-02). Makkah finally gets its own airport. albawaba.net ALBAWABA- Saudi Arabia has approved plans to build Makkah's first international airport, marking a historic step in modernizing infrastructure in Islam's holiest city.Saleh Al-Rasheed, CEO of the Royal Commission for Makkah City and the Holy Sites, confirmed the decision in remarks published by Harvard Business Review Arabia. He said feasibility studies have been completed and strategic and investment frameworks approved, with the project set to be developed in partnership with the private sector to international standards.The airport is intended to serve both residents and millions of annual pilgrims while maint…
(2026-04-02). RBSE Rajasthan 12th Result 2026 Announced – Check Here. ummid.com The Rajasthan Board of Secondary Education (RBSE) Ajmer has announced the result of Class 12 exams held in 2026 on its official website rajresults.nic.in and other associate websites.
(2026-04-02). The UK, Repackaged for US Culture Wars. counterpunch.org 
An odd patchwork of British figures—among them Liz Truss, Tommy Robinson, and Nigel Farage, continue, in varying forms, to present the United Kingdom to US audiences as a cautionary tale. Nor is this confined to the most recognisable names. When off-shoot figures such as Rupert Lowe appear on platforms with Tucker Carlson, the framing is much the same. The UK is cast as a scuttled country in sinking decline, awash with either liberal or technocratic elites, depending on the mood of the drowning that day. It is like watching all day long the radicalised in hot pursuit of the radicalised. One day the serpent…
(2026-04-02). How long will Artemis II take to reach the moon, and what happens next? aljazeera.com The capsule is expected to reach the moon on about April 6, the sixth day of the mission.
(2026-04-02). KEAM 2026 Admit Card – Steps, Link to Download. ummid.com The Office of the Commissioner for Entrance Examinations (CEE) Government of Kerala is releasing on its official website cee.kerala.ni today i.e. Wednesday April 01, 2026 the Admit Card, also known as Hall Ticket, of candidates who have registered for KEAM 2026 Entrance Examination.
(2026-04-02). East Bay Community Dinner for Activists – Enjoys Successful Launch. indybay.org potluck community dinner for East Bay activists…
(2026-04-02). Susan Watkins: Trump Abroad. newleftreview.org In which direction is America heading, amid the strategic cacophony of Trump's second term—counter-revolution in the Caribbean, onslaught on Iran, somersaults on China? Analysis of the political logics at stake as the US ratchets up from covert to overt assassinations; from wars of attrition to wars of overthrow.
(2026-04-02). Detected: First Ever Spin Reversal of Comet 41P. ummid.com In a first, astronomers have found evidence of a comet reversing its spin.
(2026-04-02). Musk's X removes copy link feature sparking frustration. albawaba.net ALBAWABA – Musk's X (formerly Twitter) is the talk of social media after the platform made controversial changes by reportedly removing or complicating the copy link feature. The feature is currently inconsistent, with some users reporting difficulty sharing videos, while others still see the option. According to IBT, many users had difficulties sharing content, including viral memes, sports highlights, and many more. On the contrary, others boasted about being able to use the feature because they didn't update the app.Musk's X removes copy link feature sparking frustration: You can't copy the link of a vi…
(2026-04-02). These maps show exactly where the West might burn this summer. grist.org 
Every state in the West is expected to face an above-normal threat of wildfire this summer, according to The government-run center publishes monthly reports predicting fire risk for the four months ahead, and the change since the March outlook is staggering. The agency denotes elevated risk in red on its maps, and the June forecast from March 2 showed a small swath of rouge in the Southwest. But, citing an ongoing snow droug…
(2026-04-02). Make America America, Again. counterpunch.org 
Ronald Reagan used the "Shining City on a Hill" as a metaphor for the United States as a beacon for freedom and democracy in the world. Joe Biden often spoke of the soul of America being under threat, that our belief in fairness and unalienable rights had at times fallen short, but until now had never
(2026-04-02). Monday 4/6: Chris4Mayor2026 Campaign Dinner & Mark Levy Concert. indybay.org 123 Green Street, Santa Cruz, CA 95060…
(2026-04-02). eThekwini prioritises safety of visitors and churchgoers. sanews.gov.za eThekwini prioritises safety of visitors and churchgoers | The eThekwini Municipality has placed the safety of visitors, residents and churchgoers at the centre of its Easter holiday preparations, rolling out an integrated law enforcement plan to ensure a safe and peaceful period. | The city confirmed that the plan brings together multiple agencies, including Metro Police, the South African Police Service, private security, the KwaZulu-Natal Road Traffic Inspectorate, Home Affairs and Customs. | In a statement on the municipality's plans for Easter holiday, eThekwini Municipality Mayor, Cyril Xaba announced that…
(2026-04-02). Why Congress Stop Hijacking Air Travel. levernews.com 
(2026-04-02). Cabinet urges road safety and vigilance ahead of Easter weekend travel. sanews.gov.za Cabinet urges road safety and vigilance ahead of Easter weekend travel | Cabinet has called on citizens to prioritise road safety and act responsibly as traffic volumes increase ahead of the Easter long weekend. | Speaking during a post Cabinet briefing on Thursday in Pretoria, Minister in The Presidency Khumbudzo Ntshavheni said the period was marked by increased travel as many people visit family, friends and religious gatherings. | "Cabinet calls on everyone to act responsibly when driving, ensure that your vehicle is roadworthy before driving, and everyone in the car, including children, must fasten their sea…
(2026-04-02). Strikes on Iran's civilian infrastructure compound aid needs in Middle East: UN agencies. ecns.cn UNITED NATIONS, April 1 ⚪ Strikes across Iran hit civilian infrastructure, compounding relief needs as Middle East aid workers struggle with access constraints, UN humanitarians said on Wednesday.
(2026-04-02). Apollo Go autonomous vehicles stall in Wuhan, causing traffic disruption. ecns.cn Several autonomous ride-hailing vehicles operated by Apollo Go came to a halt on roads in Wuhan on Tuesday evening, trapping passengers and disrupting traffic, reportedly due to a system glitch.
(2026-04-02). Italy restricts US military access as crisis deepens within NATO and Meloni government amid rising opposition. wsws.org Italy's denial of US base access rests on procedural objections, but fundamentally reflects overwhelming popular opposition to war and state repression.
(2026-04-02). 'It all depends on the crop': Gulf crisis hits South Asia farmers. aljazeera.com As sowing season approaches across the region, farmers face scarcity and rising cost of fertiliser.
(2026-04-02). Japan's missile move stirs concern. ecns.cn China has expressed "grave concern" over Japan's deployment of long-range missiles capable of striking what Tokyo calls "enemy bases".
(2026-04-02). Hawks secure a preservation order in kidnapping and murder case. sanews.gov.za Hawks secure a preservation order in kidnapping and murder case | The Hawks' Priority Crime Specialised Investigation unit and the National Prosecuting Authority have secured a preservation order in a kidnapping and murder case. | The order was granted by the Mthatha High Court. The asset was a silver grey and white Mitsubishi worth R100 000. | The case marks a decisive advancement in the strategic deployment of asset forfeiture as a crime-combatting instrument. | "The matter arises from the abduction of the victim on 17 January 2023. The victim was allegedly accused of stealing the accused personal property.
(2026-04-02). Wednesday 5/6: Picket & Pray. indybay.org Zoom | zoom.us/meeting/register/tU6krXE_RRGWnxK……
(2026-04-02). Save the Date! Waukesha PRIDE September 12, 2026. wibailoutpeople.org 
(2026-04-02). Mass opposition from Nexteer auto parts workers to sellout contract pushed by UAW bureaucracy. wsws.org Workers who spoke to the WSWS during the vote denounced its expansion of a two-tier wage system, unaffordable healthcare costs, poverty-level pay for new hires, and the role of the UAW bureaucracy in imposing it.
(2026-04-02). CATL chairman Zeng donates $291 million to alma mater Shanghai Jiao Tong University. ecns.cn Robin Zeng Yuqun, chairman of Contemporary Amperex Technology (CATL), the world's largest battery maker, has donated shares worth more than 2 billion yuan ($291 million) to Shanghai Jiao Tong University, marking one of the largest gifts in the university's history, according to a company filing.
(2026-04-02). Gambia police fire tear gas at rally over rearrest of siblings. aljazeera.com Police fired tear gas and water cannons at protesters in the Gambia who were demanding the release of two siblings.
(2026-04-02). The Empire Is Losing Its Ability To Hide Its Ugly Nature. caitlinjohnstone.com.au It used to be hard to help westerners see the depravity of the US empire. Now it's just right in everyone's face with raw genocide footage and insanely evil warmongering of direct economic consequence. | It took a lot of work to help the average westerner understand that NATO aggressions actively provoked the war in Ukraine, or that western interventionism played a major role in the violence and chaos in Syria, or that US economic warfare was largely responsible for the suffering of Cubans and Venezu…
(2026-04-02). Trans People Behind Bars Share How They Are Navigating the Dangers of Visibility. scheerpost.com Gabriel Arkles for Truthout/TheAppeal oday is International Trans Day of Visibility, a day to celebrate the resilience and accomplishments of transgender people worldwide. The extraordinary accomplishments — in law, art, and beyond — of incarcerated trans people tend to receive far too little celebration. Yet many trans people in prison keep fighting for their communities, in environments where …
(2026-04-02). Cuba Welcomes Russian Oil Shipment Amid US Embargo. orinocotribune.com Cuba's Ministry of Foreign Affairs expressed its gratitude to the government and people of Russia on Tuesday, March 31, following the arrival at the port of Matanzas, in western Cuba, of the Russian oil tanker Anatoli Kolodkin, which transported 740,000 barrels of crude oil, equivalent to 100,000 tons. | Through its official channels, Cuba's Ministry of Foreign Affairs highlighted this gesture as essential solidarity in addressing the fuel shortage currently affecting the island nation. "This valuable aid arrives amidst the energy blockade imposed by the United States, which is attempting to suffocate the Cuban p…
(2026-04-02). 7.4-magnitude quake hits Indonesia: CENC. ecns.cn BEIJING, April 2 ⚪ A 7.4-magnitude earthquake hit the Maluku Strait in Indonesia at 6: 48 a.m.
(2026-04-02). American war strategy and the need for independence. independentaustralia.net 
(2026-04-02). Rohana Kuddus: Prabowo's Year One. newleftreview.org A critical-analytical portrait of Southeast Asia's answer to Trump, as the Indonesian President—formerly the Suharto dictatorship's crown prince and chief butcher in East Timor—re-centralizes power in the archipelago, strengthening the Army's place within the civil administration.
(2026-04-02). Bihar 10th Result 2026 Today: Check Here. ummid.com The Bihar Board of Secondary Education (BSEB) is releasing the Class 10 or Matric Secondary School Exam 2026 result on its official website.
(2026-04-02). Israel's death penalty law is not about executing Palestinians. aljazeera.com It is about eliminating Palestinian existence in Palestine.
(2026-04-02). GM hits Factory Zero workers with another layoff as UAW maintains silence over escalating job cuts. wsws.org The UAW, which pledged to defend jobs in the transition to electric vehicles, has offered workers nothing but platitudes and silence.
(2026-04-02). Gujarat Uniform Civil Code defies principles of inheritance: Jamiat Ulama. ummid.com Announcing to challenge the Gujarat Uniform Civil Code (UCC) before Supreme Court of India, Jamiat Ulama i Hind said the newly passed legislation nullifies the Muslim Personal laws and defies the principles of inheritance.
(2026-04-02). Stop the AI data centers in Gilroy. indybay.org The Gilroy community is rallying against a major Data Center in the Gilroy area.
(2026-04-02). Iraq, Bosnia and Herzegovina qualify for FIFA World Cup 2026. ummid.com Iraq, and Bosnia and Herzegovina – the two Muslim dominated countries that battled Zionist imposed wars, have qualified for the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
(2026-04-02). SAWS urges caution as changing weather conditions are expected. sanews.gov.za SAWS urges caution as changing weather conditions are expected | The South African Weather Service (SAWS) is urging motorists to prioritise road safety amid changing weather conditions expected across the country as South Africans prepare to travel for the Easter period. ⚪ SAWS has forecast partly cloudy conditions with isolated to scattered showers and thundershowers on Thursday and Friday. ⚪ In its latest weather outlook, the weather service said conditions will be cool to warm in most areas, but hot in some regions, with a higher likelihood of scattered showers in the western parts of the country. ⚪ The fo…
(2026-04-02). Simelane calls for delivery over declarations at investment conference. sanews.gov.za Simelane calls for delivery over declarations at investment conference | Human Settlements Minister Thembisile Simelane has urged a shift from investment pledges to tangible delivery, saying South Africa's credibility now depends on turning commitments into real economic outcomes. | Simelane said the next phase of the South Africa Investment Conference (SAIC) must be defined by implementation rather than promises. | "Our credibility as an economic partner will increasingly be defined by our ability to translate pledges into projects, and projects into tangible development outcomes," the Minister said. | Simelane,…
(2026-04-02). RELEASE: Corporate Research Events in Sheboygan April 23 and Manitowoc April 24 to Focus on ICE Data Centers. wibailoutpeople.org 
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE April 1, 2026 Contact: werisefighting@gmail.com Facebook Event: tinyurl.com/mt9fwsht Corporate Research Events in Sheboygan April 23 and Manitowoc April 24 to Focus on ICE & Data Centers Two events in the Lakeshore Area will feature national corporate researcher Ric Urrutia. Urrutia will present in Sheboygan April 23 at 6 p.m. at 529 Ontario Street …
(2026-04-02). Sleep apnea effective care begins with preparation before treatment. ummid.com Explaining that proper planning plays a key role in managing sleep apnea, experts said effective care for the sleep disorder actually begins with detailed preparation before any treatment is introduced.
(2026-04-02). Socialist response to Trump's televised address on Iran War: Trump promises genocidal destruction of the Iranian people. liberationnews.org 
In his anger and desperation to bring about something that can be passed off as a U.S. victory, Trump is pledging the wholesale destruction of Iran and its people.
(2026-04-02). Trump takes a dig at Macron, saying wife treats him 'badly'. geo.tv 
US President Donald Trump shakes hands with French President Emmanuel Macron at the White House in Washington, DC, US, February 24, 2025. — ReutersWASHINGTON: US President Donald Trump made fun of the French president and his wife during a private lunch Wednesday, as he…
(2026-04-02). In genocidal rant, Trump vows to send Iran "back to the Stone Ages" wsws.org In a prime-time television address Wednesday, US President Donald Trump declared that the goal of the United States in the Iran war is the destruction of Iranian society.
(2026-04-02). Violent arrests follow police rampage at Sydney anti-genocide protest. wsws.org A police video shows eight heavily-armed police commandos storming a home at 5 a.m.
(2026-04-02). Tiger Woods declines 2027 Ryder Cup captaincy; can leave US for treatment. aljazeera.com The 15-time major winner will focus on health following his car crash and subsequent DUI arrest on Friday.
(2026-04-02). Massive earthquake of 7.4 magnitude earthquake jolts Indonesia, one killed. ptcnews.tv PTC News Desk: A massive earthquake of 7.4 magnitude on the Richter scale struck Indonesia early Thursday at 06: 48 local time, triggering tsunami warnings across the region. | However later the tsunami warning was lifted. "Based on all available data… the tsunami threat from this earthquake has now passed," the website quoted the Hawaii-based Pacific Tsunami Warning Center. | The earthquake's epicentre was about 120 km (74.5 miles) from Ternate, a city of over 205,000 people. According to the US Geological Survey, the tremor—first estimated at magnitude 7.8—struck the Molucca Sea in central Indones…
(2026-04-02). Countdown begins for Artemis 2 launch: How to watch Live. ummid.com NASA's Kennedy Space Center in Florida is all set to launch Artemis 2- the American space agency's first Moon Mission since 1972, Wednesday April 01, 2026.
(2026-04-02). Takeaways from Trump's speech on Iran. geo.tv 
President Donald Trump pauses as he finishes speaking about the Iran war from the Cross Hall of the White House on Wednesday, April 1, 2026, in Washington. — Reuters
(2026-04-02). China braces for cross-border travel rush during Qingming holiday. ecns.cn Cross-border travel via China's ports is expected to surge during the Qingming Festival holiday from April 4 to 6, with daily crossings projected atop 2.3 million, up 11.1% from a year earlier, according to immigration authorities.
(2026-04-02). U.S., Israel isolated as U.N. passes historic reparations resolution. workers.org President John Mahama of Ghana speaks at U.N. in 2025. On March 25, the United Nations General Assembly — with 123 yes votes, three no votes and 52 abstentions — passed a historic resolution presented by John Mahama, the president of Ghana, to officially characterize the enslavement of millions of . . . |
(2026-04-02). How to Open Savings Account Online in Just 3 Minutes. ummid.com Online Savings Accounts are becoming popular because they offer greater convenience and speed compared to traditional banking. Instead of visiting a bank branch and completing physical paperwork, users can open and manage their accounts digitally through a mobile app or online platform.
(2026-04-02). Eliminating threats and debts. onlineopinion.com.au 'An inordinately centralized system has destroyed initiative. Most minds trained to attend to process and paperwork details, cannot be expected to take bold decisions…'
(2026-04-02). As Right leaps to pressure Lewis, we must push Left. mronline.org 
Congratulations to Avi Lewis on his victory in the NDP leadership race.
(2026-04-02). Thursday 4/2: Hands Off My Voice & My Body-Workers & Labor Groups To Rally At SF Federal Building. indybay.org San Francisco Federal Building | 450 Golden Gate St. | San Francisco…
(2026-04-02). Chinese premier stresses building new-type power grid, optimizing energy structure. ecns.cn CHENGDU, April 1 ⚪ Chinese Premier Li Qiang has stressed efforts to advance the construction of a new-type power grid and accelerate the adjustment and optimization of the energy structure.
(2026-04-02). Sunday 4/19: 2026 FRESH MEAT FESTIVAL of transgender and queer performance. indybay.org Z Space | 450 Florida St, San Francisco, CA 94110…
(2026-04-02). No Karp No Kings No Palantir. indybay.org Alternative action to the usual No Kings held on March 28.
(2026-04-02). Was Kataib Hezbollah behind kidnapping US journalist Shelly Kittleson in Iraq. albawaba.net 
ALBAWABA – American journalist Shelly Kittleson was abducted Tuesday in Baghdad, Iraqi authorities announced, adding that security forces are investigating the incident and trying to track down the kidnappers.Two Iraqi security officials, speaking on condition of anonymity, said that two cars were involved in the kidnapping, and that one of them crashed while being pursued near the town of al-Haswa in Babil province, southwest of Baghdad, according to the Associated Press.They added that "the journalist was transferred to a second car that fled the scene." They indicated that "she was kidnapped on Saadoun Street…
(2026-04-02). CBSE 10th 2026: Students to get results in two stages. ummid.com The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) has successfully conducted the Class 10 board exam 2026, and is now preparing to announce the results of the students.
(2026-04-02). Sunday 4/12: The Hidden History of Zionism with Mya Shone. indybay.org Unitarian Universalists of San Francisco 1147 Franklin St. @ Geary San Francisco…
(2026-04-02). Mainland slams DPP's decoupling move. ecns.cn A Chinese mainland spokeswoman criticized Taiwan's Democratic Progressive Party authorities on Wednesday for pursuing economic decoupling from the mainland, describing the move as an attempt to signal loyalty to the United States while advancing a separatist agenda.
(2026-04-02). 7 Ways to Grow Your Savings Account This Year. ummid.com A Savings Account is often the first step towards financial discipline, read seven practical ways to grow your Savings Account balance this year.
(2026-04-02). Juneteenth as a Title V Holiday throughout California remains an ongoing challenge. indybay.org While Juneteenth became a a Title V Federal Holiday in June 2021, on many California municipalities Juneteenth 2026 has yet to be designated as a paid official holiday for all employees and residents to observe. | Choosing to align Juneteenth as a "paid holiday" is much more than an extra vacation day; it is a commitment to respect, equity, and civic integrity.
(2026-04-02). NZ, allies express 'deep concern' about Israeli death penalty bill for Palestinians. asiapacificreport.nz By Lillian Hanly, RNZ News political reporter New Zealand has joined Australia, France, Germany, Italy and the United Kingdom in expressing "deep concern" about an Israeli bill expanding the death penalty for Palestinians. Foreign Affairs Minister Winston Peters posted on social media last night, indicating New Zealand had joined the other nations, and emphasising the…
(2026-04-02). Anti-genocide campaigners call for Ireland's National Concert Hall to drop Zionist charity event. thecanary.co 
Pro-Palestine campaign group Mothers Against Genocide are among those calling on Dublin's National Concert Hall (NCH) to cancel a charity event which will raise money for Magen David Adom (MDA). MDA are an ambulance charity based in so-called 'Israel'. Multiple human rights groups have accused the group of failing to provide medical care to wounded […] | By
(2026-04-02). Hong Kong forum highlights empowerment for women worldwide. ecns.cn HONG KONG, April 1 ⚪ The 4th Women Power Forum held in Hong Kong on Wednesday convened 380 representatives from 27 countries worldwide for dialogues on pushing womens progress.
(2026-04-02). 06:30 in Beirut. A little girl, a helium balloon, and a country facing displacement. icrc.org An account by Shawky Amine Eddine, Humanitarian Affairs Coordinator, ICRC Lebanon…
(2026-04-02). Letter to the People of the USA. counterpunch.org 
In the name of God, the Compassionate, the Merciful To the people of the United States of America, and to all those who, amid a flood of distortions and manufactured narratives, continue to seek the truth and aspire to a better life: Iran—by this very name, character, and identity—is one of the oldest continuous civilizations
(2026-04-02). Burkina Faso: Crimes Against Humanity by All Sides. hrw.org Click to expand Image | (Clockwise, from top left): Burkina Faso President Capt. Ibrahim Traoré. © 2025 Stanislav Krasilnikov/RIA Novosti via AP; Iyad Ag Ghaly, JNIM supreme leader. © 2012 ROMARIC OLLO HIEN/AFP/Getty Images; JNIM fighters in Barsalogho, Sanmatenga province,‚ÄØBurkina Faso, August 24, 2024.‚ÄØ © Private; Burkinabè military forces in Baraboulé, Sahel region, Burkina Faso, during Operation "Tchefari 2," December 2023. © 2024 RTB | The Burkina Faso military with its allied militias and an Al Qaeda-linked armed group have killed more than 1,8…
(2026-04-02). Stimulating Creativity in Human-Machine Teams. wattsupwiththat.com The question of how best to use artificial intelligence (AI) resources in the military, including for writing, is an important one.
(2026-04-02). UPSC CSE 2026: Jamia Millia RCA invites applications for free coaching. ummid.com The Centre for Coaching and Career Planning, the Residential Coaching Academy (RCA) at Jamia Millia Islamia has invited applications for the free coaching with hostel facility from Minorities, SCs, STs and women who wish to appear in UPSC Civil Services Preliminary as well as Main exam 2026.
(2026-04-02). U.S. launches Artemis II crewed Moon mission. ecns.cn LOS ANGELES, April 1 ⚪ NASAs Artemis II Moon mission lifted off Wednesday from the U.The mission will carry astronauts farther from Earth and nearer to the Moon than any human has been in over half a century.
(2026-04-02). Iran war threatens world food crisis. mronline.org 
While media coverage of Iran's restrictions on passage through the Hormuz Straits focuses on fuel prices, closure is also disrupting crucial fertiliser supplies, risking catastrophe for billions.
(2026-04-02). Xi Ruochen: In Search of Good Books. newleftreview.org Where might Chinese-language readers hungry for critical histories and marginalized voices find such books? A history of Sinosphere publishing, charting the relationship between Hong Kong and the Mainland within a broader media ecology from the Revolution to the present.
(2026-04-02). The Zero-Sum of All Fears. newarab.com 
The New Arab/Al-Araby Al-Jadeed Cartoon of the Day by Palestinian-Jordanian editorial cartoonist Emad Hajjaj.
(2026-04-02). Olympic Chess Teams Announced. radiohc.cu Havana, April 1 (RHC) — The experienced Maritza Arribas and national champion Lelys Martínez lead the teams announced today to defend Cuba's colors at the Samarkand Chess Olympiad 2026, which will take place in that Uzbek city from September 15 to 28. | A press release from the Cuban Chess Federation explained that the early formation of the teams is due to the country's current economic situation, which prompted this unusual procedure. Furthermore, the team will receive financial support from FIDE to attend the competition. | Participation in the men's and women's national championships is usually a require…
(2026-04-02). No Kings protests rock over 3,100 places in United States. ummid.com Over 3,100 demonstrations were planned nationwide and staged in major U.S. cities such as Washington D.C., New York, Boston, Los Angeles and San Francisco. U.S. media reports projected the protests involved some 900,000 people, making it the largest single-day protest event on record.
(2026-04-02). Olympic champion Quan Hongchan opens up about weight struggles. ecns.cn Chinese Olympic diving champion Quan Hongchan said she has struggled with weight gain during adolescence over the past year and remains fearful of public scrutiny.
(2026-04-02). Trump attacks citizenship and voting rights. wsws.org The would-be dictator in the White House seeks to strip millions of their citizenship and rig the 2026 elections.
(2026-04-02). China's SOEs urged to increase employment of college graduates. ecns.cn BEIJING, April 1 ⚪ Chinas state assets regulator has urged the countrys state-owned enterprisesto take solid measures to further increase the employment of college graduates.
(2026-04-02). Lesufi announces Brixton reservoir to boost Joburg water supply. sanews.gov.za Lesufi announces Brixton reservoir to boost Joburg water supply | Gauteng Premier Panyaza Lesufi says the construction of a new ground reservoir and tower in Brixton has been successfully concluded, making a tangible difference in strengthening water provision across Johannesburg. | The Premier held a media briefing in the city on Wednesday. | Johannesburg has faced several water challenges due to several factors including ageing infrastructure, increasing supply demand and maintenance backlogs. | "[The] construction…has been successfully concluded, alongside the completion of an emergency boosting pumping stat…
(2026-04-02). EV power consumption a costly mystery. wattsupwiththat.com The fact that EV power usage is invisible could be hiding problems that are serious and rapidly growing. We really need to understand what is going on.
(2026-04-02). MHT CET 2026 Admit Card Download: Read Notification. ummid.com The Maharashtra CET Cell has released an important notification regarding the MHT CET 2026 Admit Card download that the candidates must read while they prepare for the important Entrance Exam.
(2026-04-02). More than just a national election: Brussels and the 'Patriots' face off in Hungary. unitedworldint.com Ahead of the parliamentary elections of April 12, interview with Thibaud Gibelin, a visiting fellow at the Matthias Corvinus Collegium (MCC) in Budapest. By Yasin Okyay Hungary is holding parliamentary elections on April 12. There are two parties with a real chance of winning the elections: Fidesz and Tisza. When looked at in a broader …
(2026-04-02). Chinese Mainland says it will ensure Taiwan energy security after reunification. ecns.cn A Chinese mainland spokesperson said Wednesday that the mainland would ensure Taiwan's energy security and industrial supply after peaceful reunification, pledging to ease concerns over potential resource shortages.
(2026-04-02). Sunday 4/19: Downtown Pleasant Hill Announces Earth Day Color And Pot Event. indybay.org Downtown Pleasant Hill – 105 Crescent Drive, Pleasant Hill 94523…
(2026-04-02). Costas Lapavitsas: A Topography of the New Dollar Imperialism. newleftreview.org Topography of the contemporary world economy as a system of subordination, structured by the primacy of Fed-backed dollar-liquidity and a world division of labour jointly configured by productive and financial capital, generating forms of peripheral financialization. Monetary dominance—ultimately underwritten by military force?
(2026-04-02). How Flawed Are Weapons Estimates? counterpunch.org 
Missile inventories have become a focal point in the ongoing military confrontation with Iran. The Alma Research and Education Center estimates Iran's ballistic missile count has fallen from 2,500 at the beginning of the conflict to around 1,000, and U.S. Secretary of War Pete Hegseth has pointed to the almost "complete destruction" of Iran's missile industry and
(2026-04-02). The U.S. War on Cuba's Doctors. counterpunch.org 
"Cuban eye doctors in Jamaica are the only reason why my grandmother didn't go fully blind in one eye after she got a botched surgery. The work they've done for rural and poor Jamaicans is immeasurable", wrote a Twitter user last week after the first set of Cuban doctors and nurses left Jamaica. Two weeks
(2026-04-02). Solar was poised to help Puerto Ricans survive blackouts — until Trump axed nearly $1B in funding. grist.org 
María Pérez lost power for about three months after Hurricane Maria struck Puerto Rico in September 2017. Her home in Salinas, on the island's southern coast, sits near a river. As the hurricane knocked out the island's grid and sent rainwaters surging down from the mountains, Perez's house flooded with a swirling mix of muddy water and animal feces, rising 3 feet high and warping the hallways. For the next three months, she went without power as she cleaned out the home and began the long process of rebuilding. | Five years later, when Pérez got word that Hurricane Fiona was expected to make landfall, she was…
(2026-04-02). Tsunami warning issued after magnitude 7.8 earthquake strikes off Indonesia. geo.tv 
(2026-04-02). Conservationists Win Another Battle in the Fight for Bitterroot Grizzly Bears. counterpunch.org 
On March 31, two Montana grassroots conservation groups, Alliance for the Wild Rockies and Native Ecosystems Council, prevailed in their lawsuit to stop a logging and road-building project on public lands in the Sapphire Mountains of the Bitterroot Valley because the government had pretended that grizzly bears were not present in that region. The facts
(2002-04-26). Justice for the Middle East is also about climate. links.org.au 
Adam Hanieh discusses how accurate the claim "all wars are fought for oil" truly is and what developments we might expect in the Middle East in the future.
(2026-04-02). Pennsylvania Supreme Court ruling against life sentences. workers.org 
Philadelphia — On March 26 the Pennsylvania Supreme Court's ruling in Commonwealth v. Derek Lee found mandatory life without parole for felony murder to be an unconstitutional punishment. This decision could lead to the largest resentencing in the state's history. The justices determined that Lee's life without parole sentence, which . . . |
(2026-04-02). JBLM DES Protection Division – A Threat to Our Community. indybay.org The JBLM DES Protection Division has been the subject of multiple allegations that it violated civil rights, particularly through surveillance and intelligence-gathering activities targeting non-military-affiliated civilians involved in political protests, and other 1st Amendment protected activities.
(2026-04-02). War in the hands of the algorithm. mronline.org 
When killing becomes a faster, more remote, and more efficient process, barbarity ceases to be an exception and functions as an industry.
(2026-04-02). Attacks on Transgender Women are Part of a Larger MAGA Agenda. counterpunch.org 
Just days before, March 31, 2026, International Transgender Day of Visibility, the International Olympic Committee (IOC) announced a ban on transgender women participating in the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics. The committee released a statement saying, "Eligibility for any female category event at the Olympic Games or any other IOC event, including individual and team sports, is
(2026-04-02). 'No Kings' Protests Symbolizes Global Frustration With Trump. ummid.com The rally organisers echo people's sentiments by repeatedly emphasising that 'No Kings Day' is only one aspect of broader efforts toward building people power and fighting the Trump administration — and that that work 'doesn't end after March 28'.
(2026-04-02). The unspoken target of Trump's war on Iran—China. wsws.org While the immediate aim is the subordination of Iran and the Middle East to US imperialism, the war is viewed in Washington as essential preparation for conflict with China, regarded as the chief threat to US global domination.
(2026-04-02). 4 trapped in north China coal mine accident. ecns.cn TAIYUAN, April 2 ⚪ Four people were trapped in a coal mine accident late Wednesday in north Chinas Shanxi Province, according to local authorities.
(2026-04-02). Analyzing the Global Economic Fallout of the War on Iran: Insights from Professor Michael Hudson. scheerpost.com ScheerPost Staff The ongoing war against Iran is not just a regional confrontation; it is, according to economist and historian Professor Michael Hudson, a crisis with profound global economic and geopolitical consequences. Speaking on Glenn Diesen's show, Hudson framed the conflict as a strategic effort by the United States to maintain control over critical energy …
(2026-04-02). Premier calls for new energy security strategy. ecns.cn Premier Li Qiang has called for efforts to implement a new energy security strategy, advance the construction of a new-type power grid, and accelerate the adjustment and optimization of the nation's energy structure, in order to provide strong support for high-quality economic and social development.
(2026-04-02). Asian economies taking a double hit from US war on Iran. wsws.org As the war enters its second month, the price of Brent crude, the global benchmark, has risen by 63 percent from its pre-war level, eclipsing the previous record monthly rise of 46 percent following Iraq's invasion of Kuwait in 1990.
(2026-04-02). Working people oppose corporate railroad merger. workers.org 
Rail workers and small family farmers are united in opposition to the proposed $85 billion merger between Union Pacific (UP) and Norfolk Southern (NS). The idea was first proposed by UP-NS bosses and capitalist shareholders in July 2025. The merger would combine the two major railroad companies, which span tracks . . . |
(2026-04-02). Nausicaa Renner: Party and Class. newleftreview.org Nausicaa Renner on Paul Heideman, Rogue Elephant. Hollowed-out parties and capitalist sectoralization said to underlie the Trumpian capture of the GOP.
(2026-04-02). Government urges vigilance and road safety ahead of Easter travel. sanews.gov.za Government urges vigilance and road safety ahead of Easter travel | As travellers begin to make their way to various destinations for the Easter and Passover holidays, the Government Communication and Information System (GCIS) has reiterated its call for citizens to remain vigilant and take steps to safeguard their homes and ensure safety on the roads. | GCIS Acting Director-General Nomonde Mnukwa on Thursday urged residents to take precautionary measures to protect their property while away. | "Ensure that all doors and windows are properly secured, and double-check all entry points before leaving home, even for…
(2026-04-02). Oracle reported to lay off up to 30,000 workers globally via email. wsws.org Tech giant Oracle joined the industry-wide AI jobs massacre by informing thousands of employees on Monday via an email message at 6: 00 a.m. that "current business needs" have eliminated their position and "today is your last working day."
(2026-04-02). Stephen Miller and the Passover Message. counterpunch.org 
Stephen Miller, President Donald J. Trump's repellent senior advisor, deputy chief of staff, and director of the interagency Homeland Security Council, posted on social media two months ago: "Plenty of countries in history have experimented with importing a foreign labor class. The West is the first and only civilization to import a foreign labor class
(2026-04-02). Wednesday 4/15: Doctors Against Genocide Advocacy Day on the Hill. indybay.org Washington, D.C.
(2026-04-02). AI, datacenters, ignorant politicians: the coming electricity crisis. onlineopinion.com.au With AI and data centers demanding a surge in continuous power, politicians have stymied nuclear-generated electricity.
(2026-04-02). Thursday 4/23: Mennonite Action April Mass Call. indybay.org Online | actionnetwork.org/events/mennonite-actio……
(2026-04-02). Census 2027 1st phase starts today: What you need to do. ummid.com India has started Census or headcount of the country's over a billion population from today i.e. April 01, 2026.
(2026-04-02). Karnataka CET 2026 Admit Card: When, Where and How to Download. ummid.com The Karnataka Examination Authority (KEA) is releasing online Admit Card, also known as Hall Ticket, of the candidates who have registered for the Karnataka Common Entrance Test 2026 (KCET 2026 or UGCET 2026) on its official website cetonline.karnataka.gov.in.
(2026-04-02). 'New Oriental Express' tourist train to debut in Xinjiang. ecns.cn Two newly built "New Oriental Express" tourist trains are nearly ready in Urumqi, northwest China's Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region, and are scheduled to make their maiden journey on April 23.
(2026-04-02). The Iran War Didn't Break US Defense—But It Shook Global Trust. thinktank.pk For decades, American-made defense systems—especially missile shields like Patriot—have been considered the backbone of global security. From Europe to the Gulf, countries have relied heavily on U.S. military technology as a guarantee of protection. But the ongoing Iran war is beginning to challenge that long-standing trust. The conflict has revealed a new reality: even the …
(2026-04-02). ICRC president: War on essential infrastructure is war on civilians; every effort to de-escalate is critical. icrc.org
(2026-04-02). Zionist CA State Senator Scott Wiener Protested At KQED Congressional Debate. indybay.org
(2026-04-02). Poland: Families of the missing are not alone. icrc.org
(2026-04-02). North Korea cyberattack exposes US supply chain and Lockheed-linked systems. hindustantimes.com
(2026-04-02). Poland: Communication in a Crisis workshop for National Societies. icrc.org
(2026-04-02). Thursday 4/9: Religious Freedom for All: Rethinking Liberty Beyond Belief – Keep Church & State Separate. indybay.org
(2026-04-02). Measured in decades: The enduring human cost of anti-personnel mines and other explosive ordnance. icrc.org
(2026-04-02). ICRC voices: How physical rehabilitation is changing lives in Somalia. icrc.org
(2026-04-02). The ICRC's Bangkok Regional Delegation: Key Activities in 2025. icrc.org
(2026-04-02). Overcoming barriers: Helping Hebron residents in the West Bank thrive despite movement restrictions. icrc.org
(2026-04-02). Frequently Asked Questions: IHL and the escalating conflict in the Middle East. icrc.org
(2026-04-02). Chad: A daily quest for water. icrc.org
(2026-04-02). When Motherhood Becomes a Responsibility before Being an Option. icrc.org
(2026-04-02). The 24th Red Cross International Humanitarian Law Moot (Asia-Pacific Region) Concludes Successfully Handong International Law School Crowned Champion. icrc.org
(2026-04-02). Power struggle in Tehran as IRGC sidelines Pezeshkian amid wartime decisions. hindustantimes.com
(2026-04-02). Poland: The First Ever Workshop for Western and Central European National Societies on Involvement in Military Exercises. icrc.org
(2026-04-02). Middle East: Hostilities are eroding the foundations of civilian life. icrc.org
(2026-04-02). Myanmar earthquake response: One year on. icrc.org
(2026-04-02). Afghanistan: Searching for water is a daily battle for many Afghan families. icrc.org
(2026-04-02). 150 Years of Trust, Humanity and Service in Serbia and Montenegro. icrc.org
(2026-04-02). Jordan: ICRC president concludes official visit to discuss humanitarian situation in the Middle East and joint efforts to revive respect for the rules of war. icrc.org
(2026-04-02). Executive Summary: Evaluation of Cutaneous Leishmaniasis and Diabetes Mellitus Programs in Syria. icrc.org
(2026-04-02). Trump's Looming War With China…Ain't Gonna Happen. counterpunch.org
(2026-04-02). Advancing Peacekeeping and the Humanitarian Imperative in a Fragmented World. icrc.org
(2026-04-02). "These weapons belong to the past" : Decades on, landmines and explosive remnants still kill and destroy lives. icrc.org
(2026-04-02). Nowruz in the shadow of war: A call to protect civilians. icrc.org
(2026-04-02). One year after Myanmar's earthquake, recovery continues amid conflict. icrc.org
(2026-04-02). Central African Republic: Amid ongoing hostilities, Clotilde remains resilient. icrc.org
(2026-04-02). Internationalism: An examination. strategic-culture.su
(2026-04-02). ICE Unlawfully Detains Salah Sarsour, Palestinian Community Leader. wibailoutpeople.org
(2026-04-02). Cuba conformó sus equipos para Olimpiada de Ajedrez en Uzbekistán. radiohc.cu Los equipos que representarán a Cuba en la Olimpiada de Ajedrez de Samarcanda 2026, que tendrá lugar en esa ciudad uzbeka, del 15 al 28 de septiembre venidero, fueron anunciados este miércoles con varios meses de adelanto, respecto a lo habitual. | Cuestiones organizativas y de ajustes en medio de la compleja situación del país provocaron la conformación de ambas selecciones, incluso sin haber podido celebrar el certamen nacional femenino. | En comunicación ofrecida a los medios de prensa por parte de la Federación cubana del llamado juego ciencia, se confirmó que la experimentada Maritza Arribas y el monarca nac…
(2026-04-02). Rusia con ayuda más necesaria que nunca. radiohc.cu Coincidente con la descarga en un puerto cubano de un tanquero de Rusia, luego de tres meses de cerco energético estadounidense, La Habana y Moscú rubricaron importantes acuerdos, durante conversaciones en el país euroasiático. | Una apretada agenda desarrolló en San Petersburgo el viceprimer ministro y titular de Comercio Exterior y la Inversión Extranjera, Oscar Pérez-Oliva Fraga, con vista a profundizar los nexos con Rusia en una situación apremiante para el archipiélago caribeño. | Los dos gobiernos rubricaron ocho acuerdos de colaboración, y el viceprimer ministro ruso Dmitri Chernyshenko reafirmó la decisió…
(2026-04-02). Trump asegura que los "objetivos estratégicos fundamentales" en Irán están "cerca de completarse" cubadebate.cu Donald Trump se ha dirigido la noche de este miércoles desde el Despacho Oval de la Casa Blanca al pueblo estadounidense con un anuncio sobre el operativo militar de Washington contra Irán.
(2026-04-02). Rusia impulsará las relaciones con Cuba en todas las esferas, afirma vice primer ministro. radiohc.cu El vice primer ministro ruso, Dmitri Chernishenko declaró este miércoles que su país pretende reforzar las relaciones con Cuba en todas las esferas. | El anuncio fue hecho durante las sesiones de la XXIII reunión de la Comisión Intergubernamental ruso-cubana que se celebra en la ciudad de San Petersburgo. | El alto cargo agregó que Rusia está dispuesta a la cooperación más estrecha para alcanzar juntos los máximos resultados. | En la misma reunión, Chernishenko calificó a Cuba como ´un socio y aliado confiable de Rusia en la región latinoamericana y en el mundo en general ª. | Subrayó que las relacion…
(2026-04-02). Cienfuegos: Alegres fiestas celebran niños y jóvenes por aniversarios de la fundación de sus organizaciones. radiohc.cu 
Con alegría los niños y jóvenes de la provincia cubana de Cienfuegos participan en múltiples actividades para conmemorar el 4 de abril, aniversarios 64 de la Unión de Jóvenes Comunistas (UJC) y 65 de la Organización de Pioneros José Martí. | Estas significativas actividades continuarán desarrollándose hasta el 19 de abril, 65 Aniversario de la de la Victoria de Playa Girón y la Proclamación del carácter Socialista de nuestra Revolución. Anisley Cordero González | Los ocho municipios del centro y sur del país realizan acciones para los diversos sectores de la sociedad, informa Anisley Cordero González, Primera Sec…
(2026-04-02). Voz de apoyo a Cuba en protestas en Estados Unidos. radiohc.cu 
El Comité de Los àÅngeles ´Manos Fuera de Cuba ª realizó acciones solidarias en apoyo a la isla caribeña en las protestas del ´Día de No Kings ª (No al Rey), realizadas el sábado 28 de marzo en todo el territorio de Estados Unidos, alcanzando a 50 estados, con más de 3 300 manifestaciones en numerosas ciudades y múltiples concentraciones en diversas localidades. | En medio de la multitud, la organización distribuyó 2000 folletos informativos que incluían fragmentos de discursos de líderes cubanos y alusiones al proyecto social construido en la Mayor de las Antillas. | El texto decía qu…
(2026-04-02). Anuncian medidas de seguridad vial por Parada Juvenil Antimperialista. cubadebate.cu La Comisión Provincial de Seguridad Vial de La Habana informa a la población y en particular a los conductores de vehículos que, con motivo de realizarse la Parada Juvenil Antiimperialista sobre Ruedas, el próximo día 2 de abril, la cual tendrá lugar en la Avenida Malecón, municipio Plaza de la Revolución.
(2026-04-02). Presentan avances de la plataforma Soberanía: Una ventanilla única para los trámites ciudadanos. cubadebate.cu En la sede del Centro de Gobierno Digital, en conferencia de prensa se presentaron las actualizaciones sobre los resultados y desafíos de la plataforma Soberanía, disponible en el enlace soberania.gob.cu, que a nueve meses de su puesta en marcha suma más de 23 500 usuarios registrados y 15 servicios disponibles en línea.
(2026-04-02). Líbano: Declaración de los Grupos de Resistencia Popular y Acción Comunitaria. indybay.org Declaración de la Resistencia Popular y los Grupos de Acción Comunitaria en el Líbano tras la escalada de ataques por parte de la entidad ocupante el 2 de marzo de 2026.
(2026-04-02). Presidente cubano agradece a Rusia por envío de crudo. radiohc.cu El primer secretario del Comité Central del Partido Comunista de Cuba y presidente de la República, Miguel Díaz-Canel agradeció este miércoles a Rusia, a su homólogo Vladímir Putin y a los tripulantes del tanquero 'Anatoly Kolodkin' que trajeron su valiosa carga de combustible cuando la mayor isla de las Antillas transita por una fuerte crisis energética provocada por el recrudecimiento del bloqueo del Gobierno de Estados Unidos. | Mediante su cuenta en la red social X, el jefe de Estado aseguró que "seguiremos defendiendo el derecho soberano de Cuba a importar combustibles, sin ningún tipo de injerencia ni presi…
(2026-04-02). Sismo de magnitud 7,4 en Indonesia genera alerta de tsunami. cubadebate.cu El terremoto se produjo a una profundidad de 35 kilómetros y tuvo su epicentro a unos 127 kilómetros de la ciudad de Ternate. El Sistema de Alerta de Tsunamis de EE.UU. advirtió de la posible generación de olas de tsunami en un radio de 1.000 kilómetros alrededor del epicentro.
(2026-04-02). "Ci vogliono soldi per uccidere i cattivi" — l'eterna guerra contro il resto del mondo ad un punto di svolta? strategic-culture.su "Ci vogliono soldi per uccidere i cattivi". Cosà¨, il 19 marzo scorso, il Segretario alla Guerra Peter Brian Hegseth ha giustificato Siamo sempre noi — i buoni — contro i cattivi. Sul mito che ant…
(2026-04-02). Tony Wood: A Bolivarian Republic of Letters? newleftreview.org Tony Wood on Julio Cortázar, Carlos Fuentes, Gabriel García Márquez and Mario Vargas Llosa, Las cartas del Boom. Correspondence between four titans of the midcentury Latin American novel.
(2026-04-02). Saturday 4/11: Palestine and the Palestinian People before October 7th: Lecture 7. indybay.org Edith Stone Room, Albany Library…
(2026-04-02). Supreme Court justices skeptical of Trump order to restrict birthright citizenship. geo.tv 
US President Donald Trump departs the White House, en route to the US Supreme Court, to attend oral arguments on the legality of his administration's effort to limit birthright citizenship for the children of immigrants, in Washington, DC, US, April 1, 2026. — ReutersTrump first…
(2026-04-01). Trump's Iran Gamble Is Spiraling Out of Control: From Shock Awe to Strategic Failure. orinocotribune.com By Mnar Adley — Mar 27, 2026 | In this week's episode of the MintCast podcast hosted by MintPress director Mnar Adley, we are joined by Iranian political analyst Ali Alizadeh to talk about Trump's miscalculation in the U.S.-Israeli war against Iran. Twenty-seven days into the U.S.-Israeli war on Iran, what was expected to be a swift and decisive campaign is instead spiraling into a far more dangerous and unpredictable confrontation. Early assumptions that Iran's leadership could be "decapitated" through targeted airstrikes—triggering internal collapse—have proven dramatically misplaced. | The…
(2026-04-01). Pakistan eyes Gulf investment, defence deals in return for playing peacemaker in Iran war. scmp.com Pakistan is hoping that its role in building a diplomatic off-ramp from the US-Israel war on Iran will enable it to become a key actor in the Middle East after the conflict ends, analysts say. | If Islamabad can deliver without being sucked into the maelstrom, it can capitalise on its position as peacemaker by signing defence deals with Gulf monarchies and attracting investment from them to strengthen its weak economy.
(2026-04-01). Pro-Palestine coalition expresses shock at "huge setback for civil liberties" thecanary.co 
The Palestine Solidarity Campaign (PSC) and Stop the War (StW) formed a coalition in shared opposition to the genocide in Gaza. Since then, more than 20 national protests across the UK have demonstrated that the British public does not support the mass killing of Palestinians. However, authorities convicted PSC director Ben Jamal and StW vice-chair […] | By
(2026-04-01). IRGC: Yemeni Resistance Dealt Humiliating Defeat to US Aircraft Carrier. orinocotribune.com The commander of the Quds Force of the Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) has expressed solidarity and appreciation to the Islamic Resistance of Yemen, hailing its heroic role in confronting criminal America and the child-killing Israeli regime while defending Islamic values and the oppressed people of Gaza. | In the message, released on Monday, Brigadier General Esmail Qa'ani said that Yemen's timely and strategic actions have once again strengthened the powerful Islamic Resistance Front across the West Asia region, and forced the US aircraft carrier Gerald Ford into humiliating retreat. | "By God's grace, o…
(2026-04-01). From Hope to Uncertainty: Venezuelans in Far-Right Chile. nacla.org 
In January, Venezuelans in Chile briefly celebrated the fall of Nicolás Maduro, but many now fear a harsher climate for migrants as the country shifts to the right.
(2026-04-01). Defending Venezuela: The Problems with 'Brest-Litovsk' and Cosmopolitanism. mronline.org 
Given that we are twenty-five years into the revolutionary process and the bulk of the Bolivarian Revolution's organizational achievements remain intact, we should not turn so hastily to the Brest-Litovsk Treaty for comparison.
(2026-04-01). Sheinbaum Backs Use of Venezuelan Funds for President Maduro's Defense. orinocotribune.com Mexican President Addresses Ongoing Legal Proceedings in New York. | On Monday, Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum said that she "does not see why Venezuelan state funds cannot be used" for the defense of President Nicolas Maduro. She also mentioned that she has not yet had the opportunity to speak with Venezuelan acting President Delcy Rodriguez. | "It's not that I don't want to talk to her, but there simply hasn't been the opportunity. But we can talk with her," Sheinbaum said. | Previously, on March 26, Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro and first lady Cilia Flores appeared at their second hearing before the…
(2026-04-01). Is the Strait of Hormuz a ticking environmental time bomb? scmp.com The risks of environmental calamity in the Strait of Hormuz are mounting with each passing week of the Iran conflict, conservationists have warned, as giant tankers filled with fuel are trapped in a small area and Iran continues to fire missiles and drones at Gulf oil assets. | The potential for catastrophe in the waterway was sharpened on Monday when a Kuwaiti crude tanker was set ablaze at Dubai Port in an Iranian attack that damaged its hull, sparking warnings of a possible oil spill.
(2026-04-01). Trump eyes Iran exit before Hormuz shutdown ends. scmp.com US President Donald Trump said attacks on Iran could stop within two or three weeks even without an agreement, leaving a question mark over the reopening of the vital Strait of Hormuz. | "We'll be leaving very soon," US President Donald Trump told reporters in the White House on Tuesday. "Iran doesn't have to make a deal." The president was scheduled to address the nation and "provide an important update on Iran" at 9pm New York time on Wednesday (9am on Thursday in Hong Kong).
(2026-04-01). War's Environmental Fallout: U.N. Expert Decries Targeting of Oil Sites & Desalination Plants. democracynow.org 
We take a look at how war in the Middle East is impacting the environment in "one of the most water-stressed regions in the world," with Kaveh Madani, the renowned U.N. scientist, former Iranian politician and recipient of the 2026 Stockholm Water Prize. Madani discusses threats to civil water infrastructure in the Gulf region, how the Strait of Hormuz crisis highlights consumer countries' overreliance on oil and gas, and his prize-winning work on the global effects of "water bankruptcy." Madani ties the antiwar and climate struggles together and calls for wider popular resistance to…
(2026-04-01). Iran Lebanon Are One War — Inside the 'Axis of Resistance' w/ Ali Hashem. thealtworld.com Speaking from Tehran, Al Jazeera correspondent and columnist Ali Hashem explains how Iran, Lebanon, Yemen, and Iraq are all part of a single, interconnected battlefield, a coordinated confrontation between the axis of resistance and the United States and Israel. | That means what happens in Lebanon is directly tied to what happens in Iran, and vice versa. | Despite months of attacks, Hezbollah remains operational and has restored its ability to strike deep into Israel, underscoring that this front is far from contained. | At the same time, the war is becoming increasingly unpredictable. | With no clear endgame an…
(2026-04-01). Israel Strikes Pharmaceutical Factory in Tehran That Made Cancer Drugs. truthout.org On Tuesday, Israel struck a major pharmaceutical factory in Tehran that is one of the country's top producers of cancer drugs and anaesthetics, the Iranian government said. The facility belongs to Tofigh Daru Research and Engineering Company. It made drugs that are crucial for use in hospitals and operating rooms, officials said. "During the US and Zionist regime attacks on civilian… |
(2026-04-01). Surging LPG Prices Burden Indian Industries Amid West Asia Tensions. devdiscourse.com In a sharp critique of the Modi administration, Congress leader Randeep Singh Surjewala highlighted the significant increase in commercial LPG cylinder prices, which he claims is adding a substantial financial burden on several sectors including dhabas, restaurants, and hotels.
(2026-04-01). Hegseth's insider war investments and the character of the American ruling class. wsws.org The Financial Times reported—based on information from sources with direct knowledge of the investments—that Secretary of War Pete Hegseth's long-time financial advisor invested $9.4 million with defense contractors based on inside information about the start of the war against Iran that has since seen a 38 percent increase in value.
(2026-04-01). ISIS: The March to Dystopia: Azmi Bishara on war & power vacuums. newarab.com 
Azmi Bishara's book, Adapted from an earlier Arabic study by the Arab Center for Research and Policy Studies, the book draws on a wide range of Arabic sources rarely used in English-language writings on ISIS. | Instead of focusing solely on religious ideology, Bishara situates the group's rise within the context of the…
(2026-04-01). A new Israeli wall could sever the West Bank's Jordan Valley>. newarab.com 
(2026-04-01). Trump Asked Military to Develop Risky Plans for Ground Operation to Seize Iran's Enriched Uranium. news.antiwar.com President Donald Trump ordered the Department of War to prepare for a potential ground operation to seize Iran's stockpile of 60% enriched uranium. According to two sources speaking with The Washington Post, the Pentagon developed a plan to land troops in Iran, build a runway, and leave the country with Tehran's 1000 pounds of highly …
(2026-04-01). Trans kids protest the Department of Education. thecanary.co 
A group of young trans activists have used guerrilla gardening to protest transphobic revisions drafted in the Department for Education's new 'Keeping children safe in education (KCSIE) 2026' document. The activists planted an array of blue, pink and white flowers, carrying soil-filled suitcases to the site, which were displayed to reveal the message: Let trans […] | By
(2001-04-26). PCB tightens hotel security after Afridi incident. tribune.com.pk 
"If you want to meet someone, inform us 24 hours in advance." The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has issued new directives to PSL franchises, further tightening security protocols at team hotels. Only close family members will be allowed into hotel rooms, and even for that, prior notice of one day will be required. The move comes as part of efforts to ensure stricter compliance with security regulations during the tournament. | According to details, a few days ago, reports emerged that Lahore Qalandars' Shaheen Shah Afridi and Sikandar Raza had brought some individuals into their hotel room without permission. T…
(2026-04-01). Young Nashville mother detained by ICE, separated from 10-month-old breastfeeding baby. peoplesworld.org 
NASHVILLE—Another immigration outrage in Nashville, where young mother Misslenys Hernandez Zabala has disappeared. Hernandez was arrested, detained, and taken into Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) custody on Friday, March 20, despite having a valid work permit. She is the mother of a 10-month-old infant, Maximillano, whom she breastfeeds. Hernandez was arrested while on her way …
(2026-04-01). Beyond The Brink And Fighting Back With Polling Of Public Information. mediasanctuary.org Professor Don Levy, the man behind the nationally published Siena Polls, defends his profession against charges that polls are mostly unreliable, but he also talks to Beyond the Brink podcast host Rosemary Armao about challenges that make accurate polls difficult and expensive.
(2026-04-01). Congo make history as they qualify for the World Cup after a 52-year absence. thecanary.co 
The Democratic Republic of Congo national team has returned to the world's biggest football tournament after a 52-year absence. Their only prior appearance was at the 1974 World Cup as Zaire. A dramatic extra-time victory over Jamaica secured the Leopards' qualification for the 2026 World Cup, writing a new chapter in Congolese football history. Half […] | By
(2026-04-01). Why China is always misunderstood and misrepresented. scmp.com Why didn't China develop its own scientific and industrial revolutions when it made so many discoveries and advances over millennia? That is often called "Needham's question", named after the historian of Chinese science and tech Joseph Needham. | Why didn't China develop capitalism during the Song dynasty when it was so close to achieving a breakthrough with trade, commerce, currency and semi-industrialisation, and an emerging merchant class? The Hungarian-French sinologist Etienne Balazs, among…
(2026-04-01). Activists participate in coordinated efforts across UK to shut down arms factories. thecanary.co 
Earlier today, activists across Britain participated in a coordinated day of action to apply mass pressure across the arms industry. Activists targeted arms factories in Sheffield, Brighton, Newcastle and Lancashire. They aimed to disrupt the supply chain of arms headed for the US and Israel. Factories activists targeted during the action included: BAE Systems (Lancashire). […] | By
(2026-04-01). Cuban government's updated Economic and Social Program available on internet platforms and PDF. radiohc.cu The new version of the Government's 2026 Economic and Social Program, updated with the results of the public consultation, is available on the Soberanía platform and on the Presidency's website, according to Prime Minister Manuel Marrero Cruz. | The prime minister emphasized on X that, during the consultation process, the document was analyzed with more than two million people from various sectors of society. | He noted that it is now up to each level to objectively update the actions to be developed. The Cuban prime minister also called for the Program to become a working tool, a guiding principle for achieving…
(2026-04-01). Starlink a 'legitimate' target for Iran, state media says. newarab.com 
US billionaire Elon Musk's satellite internet company Starlink is considered a "legitimate" target by Tehran, Iranian state media reported, after the Islamic Republic said it would target American companies in the region. | The Fars news agency published an infographic showing Starlink's presence in the region, including in Bahrain, Kuwait, and the United Arab Emirates — three While Tehran says it is targeting US and I…
(2026-04-01). Israeli right celebrates death penalty law targeting Palestinians. peoplesworld.org 
On Monday, Israel's Knesset passed a law mandating death by hanging for Palestinians convicted of killing Israelis in the occupied territories—a sentence requiring no unanimity among judges, allowing no appeal, and carrying a 90-day execution clock. The law applies exclusively to Palestinians tried in military courts. Israeli settlers who murder Palestinians face no equivalent penalty. …
(2026-04-01). World's Most Secretive 737 Is Supporting NASA's Historic Artemis II Launch. twz.com 
It is rare to see the unique NT-43A aircraft at all, let alone flying over Florida ahead of the first crewed lunar space mission in decades.
(2026-04-01). RAF Lakenheath and Mildenhall accused of aiding and abetting war crimes. thecanary.co 
Lakenheath Alliance for Peace (LAP) has handed in a letter at RAF Lakenheath in Suffolk. The letter, to the UK and US base commanders, highlights war crimes supported by RAF Lakenheath and RAF Mildenhall. It details their disregard of International Law and concerns about UK control of the bases. Although the US Air Force uses […] | By
(2026-04-01). Superior to AI: The Consciousness Problem of Organic Intelligence. muslimskeptic.com Artificial intelligence has been a global hot topic ever since Chat GPT was released over three years ago. Since then, it has made significant advancements at a rate that only makes one wonder how drastically it'll change the world in the near future. However, there is another growing field of technology, one that is still …
(2026-04-01). Cuba thanks China for support against economic blockade. radiohc.cu The Secretary of Organization of the Central Committee of the Communist Party of Cuba, Roberto Morales, has expressed his gratitude for China's firm stance against the United States' economic blockade. | "Once again, we express our gratitude for the unconditional support of our sister People's Republic of China, demonstrating that Cuba is not alone," he stated on social media. | This expression of gratitude comes after statements by Chinese presidential spokesperson Mao Ning, who affirmed that her country has always defended respect for the sovereignty and territorial integrity of all countries and "opposes any p…
(2026-04-01). Search for abducted US journalist underway south of Baghdad. newarab.com 
The search for kidnapped US journalist The investigation and pursuit are currently focused on areas within Babil Governorate, located south of Baghdad, after confirmation that the suspected kidnappers have moved there, the security officials added. | Kittelson, a freelance journalist whose work focuses on the Middle East and Afghanistan, was a…
(2026-04-01). Pope Leo celebrates first Easter amid Middle East war. newarab.com 
Holy Week began with a clash in the Holy Land as the Latin Patriarch of Jerusalem,
(2026-04-01). Our Prison-Like Clinic System Is Thwarting Effective Opioid Addiction Treatment. truthout.org Indulge me. Imagine you take a medication that is vital to your health: as vital as oxygen or water. You can't go a single day without it because you are completely dependent on it to think, to work, to take care of your family, to just be you. And if you miss a dose? A withdrawal hellscape awaits: extreme muscle and bone pain, intense cravings, vomiting, insomnia, severe anxiety, cramps… |
(2026-04-01). Italy nightmare continues as they fail to qualify for third consecutive World Cup. thecanary.co 
Football in Italy is experiencing one of its darkest periods after the national team failed to qualify for the 2026 World Cup, missing the tournament for the third consecutive time. This has been described by international media reports as an unprecedented 'historic collapse' for one of the pillars of the game. According to Reuters, the […] | By
(2026-04-01). Colombia's Central Bank serves who exactly? colombiareports.com To view this content, you must be a member of
(2026-04-01). DOJ on birthright citizenship case: Constitution doesn't mean what it says. peoplesworld.org 
WASHINGTON—Pundits are saying President Donald Trump is likely to lose his appeal to the Supreme Court in a case over his executive order taking away the right of automatic birthright citizenship spelled out in the U.S. Constitution. The Department of Justice is pursuing the case anyway, though, because the administration sees political benefits even if …
(2026-04-01). Proyectos de Desarrollo Local en Trinidad confirman su valor estratégico. cubadebate.cu Como alternativa viable para impulsar las transformaciones económicas y sociales en los territorios, los Proyectos de Desarrollo Local en Trinidad desafían las consecuencias de un contexto económico adverso que limita el acceso a financiamientos, combustible y materias primas a favor de una gestión más efectiva.
(2026-04-01). Podcast Las 3 del día:Una mirada rápida a las noticias más recientes en Cubadebate. cubadebate.cu Bienvenidos a nuestro primer episodio del mes de abril del Podscat Las 3 del día.
| Estaremos como es habitual repasando las noticias publicadas en el sitio web de Cubadebate en las últimas horas.
(2026-04-01). 'Embarrassed' Spain probes anti-Muslim chants at Egypt friendly. newarab.com 
Spanish police said on Wednesday that they were investigating "Islamophobic and xenophobic" chants that were heard during the Egypt's national anthem was also jeered ahead of the 0-0 draw on Tuesday in a pre-World Cup friendly, while authorities at La Liga side Espanyol's RCDE Stadium appealed to fans more than once over the public announcement system to refrain from making offensive comments.