(2026-07-19). Can Pakistan Match India's Most Dangerous New Nuclear Capability? moderndiplomacy.eu India has quietly crossed a threshold that Pakistan has no answer to —for the first time in the history of South Asian nuclear competition, one side may have nuclear warheads at sea, and the other has neither a submarine capable of carrying them nor a realistic timeline for acquiring one, and the gap is widening …
(2026-07-19). Trump Killed Those US Troops In Jordan. caitlinjohnstone.com.au
(2026-07-18). US launches new airstrikes to Iran after two troops killed. al-monitor.com The United States launched new airstrikes Saturday to "punish" Iran after reporting the first US military deaths since renewing its hostilities with the Islamic republic. | Hours later, CENTCOM announced an eighth consecutive night of strikes, which it said on X "are designed to further degrade Iran's ability to threaten commercial shipping in the Strait of Hormuz and swiftly punish Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps forces who launched attacks against American service members in Jordan last night."
(2026-07-18). US-Iran strikes: latest developments. al-monitor.com Hostilities in the Middle East intensified on Saturday after a seventh straight night of US attacks on Iran, with Tehran threatening a "full-scale offensive" in response and the strategic Strait of Hormuz remaining virtually closed. | Seventh night of US strikes on Iran…
(2026-07-18). The White Supremacist Imperative On Violence. popularresistance.org The U.S. first attacked Iran on February 28 and did so underestimating Iran's ability to defend itself. Iran then closed the Strait of Hormuz. The U.S. was forced to enter into talks with Iran, which ended with a Memorandum of Understanding. And I think anyone who is serious realized that this was something not to be trusted, and that the U.S. commitment to regime change and control of the region was going to continue. So, we see now that the U.S. attacks on Iran have begun again, and Iran is responding again, and also against U.S. allies in the region, like Saudi Arabia. Talk to us about why this the claims of w…
(2026-07-18). US military says it completed latest strikes on Iran, marking 7th consecutive night of attacks. al-monitor.com By Kanishka Singh and Jasper WardWASHINGTON, July 17 (Reuters) – The U.S. military said late on Thursday it completed its latest wave of strikes on Iran that were carried out at President Donald Trump's direction and marked a seventh consecutive night of American attacks.Here are details: • "U.S. forces employed fighter aircraft, aerial drones, and warships in addition to other assets," the U.S. Central Command said in a statement.
(2026-07-18). China urges U.S. to revoke discriminatory visa policy against Chinese journalists. ecns.cn China urged the United States on Friday to immediately revoke its discriminatory visa policy against Chinese journalists, after the Trump administration said it would cut visa duration, including reporters from China, in the country.
(2026-07-18). China, Pakistan call for U.S.-Iran ceasefire, resumption of dialogue. ecns.cn China and Pakistan called for an early ceasefire and the resumption of talks between the U.S. and Iran during a meeting between Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi and Pakistani Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Mohammad Ishaq Dar on Thursday evening in Shanghai.
(2026-07-18). Iran strikes eastern Syria, in first such attack during current war. al-monitor.com BEIRUT, July 17 (Reuters) – Iran struck eastern Syria on Friday, Iranian state media and a Syrian military source said, in the first known attack by Tehran on Syrian territory since a regional war erupted earlier this year.Iran's Revolutionary Guards said they had attacked a U.S. special operations command centre at al-Tanf in Syria in retaliation for the killing of Iranian soldiers in Iranshahr, state media reported.
(2026-07-18). US-Iran fighting escalates with infrastructure targeted. al-monitor.com Iran struck infrastructure in the Gulf on Saturday and threatened a "full-scale offensive" in retaliation for a week of intensifying US strikes on the Islamic republic. | He said Tehran would resume "full-scale offensive operations" if US strikes continued in the coming days.
(2026-07-18). Why I Will Not Mourn Lindsey Graham's Death. ummid.com Shortly before his death, Lindsey Graham had been calling for more US violence in Cuba, Lebanon, Nigeria, Venezuela, and Yemen — apart, obviously, from his eternal compulsion to scream for, in effect, more dead Palestinians and Iranians.
(2026-07-18). Think Tank Analysis: Is Israel Quietly Expanding the US-Iran Conflict Through Gaza? thinktank.pk As Washington and Tehran remain locked in a volatile military and diplomatic confrontation, one question continues to dominate strategic discussions in think tanks and security circles: Why has Israel continued intensive military operations in Gaza while the world's attention is focused on the US-Iran conflict? Recent Israeli strikes, including attacks that reportedly killed civilians attending …
(2026-07-18). Iran renews attacks on Gulf states after another night of US strikes. tribune.com.pk 
Iran launched more attacks on Washington's Gulf allies on Saturday after a seventh straight night of US strikes targeting Iranian military sites, including logistics facilities, escalating the war one week after a ceasefire fell apart. | Kuwait came under sustained attack, with a desalination plant hit and operations at Kuwait International Airport suspended due to repeated missile and drone threats. | Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) said it struck a US military support centre at Camp Arifjan and destroyed a radar facility at Ali Al Salem Air Base in Kuwait. | The IRG…
(2026-07-18). Twist in Iran's revenge story: Ali Khamenei returns to haunt Trump & Netanyahu in war 2.0? | USA. hindustantimes.com Iran claims it has launched multiple waves of missile and drone strikes under "Operation Nasr 2," targeting U.S. military positions across the Gulf. Tehran says advanced missiles and Shahed drones were used against American-linked assets in Jordan, Kuwait, Oman and Bahrain, while releasing imagery of missiles bearing portraits of former Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei. Many battlefield claims made by Iran and the U.S. remain independently unverified.
(2026-07-18). Iran hits Gulf states and Jordan after seventh night of US strikes. al-monitor.com By Jana Choukeir and Eman AbouhassiraDUBAI, July 18 (Reuters) – Iran launched more attacks on Washington's Gulf allies and Jordan on Saturday after a seventh straight night of U.S. strikes on Iranian military targets, escalating the war one week after a ceasefire collapsed.Kuwait came under sustained attack, with a desalination plant hit and operations at Kuwait International Airport suspended due to repeated missile and drone threats.
(2026-07-18). US broadens bombardment of Iran to civilian infrastructure. wsws.org The United States military bombed bridges, a railway station, an airport and the control tower of Iran's only deep-water ocean port on Friday, the seventh consecutive day of strikes, extending its assault from military targets to the infrastructure of civilian life.
(2026-07-18). Iran continues aid to Venezuela. iacenter.org By Sue Harris July 16, 2026 Despite the ongoing trading of bomb strikes with the U.S., Iran has managed to deliver several tons of humanitarian aid to Venezuela, following the country's recent devastating earthquakes. The cargo consisted of ready-to-distribute food kits, diapers, towels and cooking oil. Photo: IranIntl.com Venezuelan Foreign Minister Ivan Gil Pinto said the aid came along with a message of solidarity and unity. He called the aid "exceptional" and added that the friendship between the peoples of Iran and Venezuela grows stronger every day. (WANA, Jul 10) Gil also said the rapid handling and distri…
(2026-07-18). US says two military personnel killed in Jordan. al-monitor.com By David Ljunggren, Enas Alashray and Hatem MaherWASHINGTON/CAIRO, July 18 (Reuters) – The U.S. military said on Saturday two of its personnel were killed in Jordan and another was missing after an Iranian attack, while Iran's supreme leader said Washington would pay for "seeking to incite war" after a seventh straight night of U.S. strikes.The U.S. and Iran have intensified attacks since an interim ceasefire deal signed a month ago fell apart last week, raising the possibility of a return to all-out war.
(2026-07-18). Which bridges in Iran did the US strike and why do they matter. newarab.com 
As it intensifies its attacks on Iran, the United States destroyed at least six bridges overnight between Thursday and Friday – the first such strikes since April – in attacks Washington says were intended to cut off military supply routes. | The fighting has continued for almost a week and marks the worst escalation since Washington and Tehran agreed to a ceasefire more than three months ago, and
iranpress.com (2026-07-18). Iran Files Criminal Charges Against U.S., Zionist Officials for War CrimesIran's Human Rights Headquarters has meticulously documented the crimes-including deliberate strikes on civilians, hospitals, schools, and critical infrastructure-classifying them as war crimes, crimes against humanity, and genocide under the Rome Statute. These documented reports have been officially submitted to the United Nations.
commondreams.org (2026-07-18). 'War Crime': US Attack on Water Desalination Plant Cuts Off Supply for Thousands in Southern IranAbout 10,000 people in nearly two dozen villages in southern Iran were without drinking water while the region was under an excessive heat warning on Saturday, after the US struck a water desalination plant in the village of Bonji in one of its latest attacks on Iranian civilian infrastructure.
(2026-07-18). 'Be ready to receive a corresponding response': IRGC warns Arabs hosting US forces as war escalates. hindustantimes.com Iran has issued one of its strongest warnings yet to Gulf nations hosting U.S. forces, declaring they should prepare for a "corresponding response" if American military operations continue. The IRGC claims it struck U.S.-linked military sites in Kuwait, including Camp Arifjan and Ali Al Salem Air Base, while accusing Washington of expanding attacks on civilian infrastructure inside Iran. Tehran says regional allies supporting U.S. operations could also become targets if the conflict escalates further.
(2026-07-18). Iran goes rogue: Has US strike on Bonji plant opened the floodgates for Middle East water attacks. hindustantimes.com Did the Iran conflict just enter a dangerous new phase? Iranian officials claim a U.S. strike on the Bunji desalination plant in Jask County, Hormozgan province, has left nearly 10,000 people without drinking water after disrupting supplies to 20 villages. Tehran says desalination pumps and the plant's main power transformer were destroyed, calling the attack a "crime" and a "terrorist attack against civilians."
(2026-07-18). US-Iran strikes escalate as Iranian attack hits Kuwait oil site. newarab.com 
An Iranian attack on a "A vital location in the oil industry was struck by repeated brutal Iranian attacks that resulted in a number of injuries and significant material losses," news agency KUNA cited the Kuwait Petroleum Corporation as saying, adding that the site was evacuated and the injured received medical care. | Kuwait on Saturday also said Iran struck another of its power and water plants, leading t…
(2026-07-18). Iran suspends MOU after 50 killed, 500 injured in US strikes. newarab.com 
Hello, and welcome to our continuing coverage of events in the Middle East. | Here is the latest: | Iran suspends MoU: Tehran said it had halted its commitments under the Islamabad memorandum of understanding signed in June, accusing Washington of violations. | US-Iran fighting escalates: Both sides exchanged fresh strikes as the conflict entered another day, with tensions spreading across the Gulf. | Gulf disruption: Kuwait Airways rescheduled flights after air traffic was temporarily suspended following attacks, while Iran said it targeted US-linked facilities in Bahrain and Kuwait. | Regional strikes: Jordan s…
(2026-07-18). Pakistan, Kuwait call for de-escalation amid widening US-Iran conflict. tribune.com.pk 
Pakistan and Kuwait on Saturday stressed the urgent need for de-escalation in the Middle East amid the recent outbreak of fresh hostilities between the United States and Iran, while calling on all sides to exercise restraint. | According to a statement issued by the Foreign Office, Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar received a telephone call from Kuwait's FM Sheikh Jarrah Jaber Al-Ahmad Al-Sabah, during which the two leaders discussed the latest developments in the region. | "Foreign Minister Sheikh Jarrah shared Kuwait's serious concerns regarding the continued attacks on its territory," the…
(2026-07-18). US says two military personnel killed by Iranian attack in Jordan. al-monitor.com By David Ljunggren, Enas Alashray and Hatem MaherWASHINGTON/CAIRO, July 18 (Reuters) – The U.S. military said on Saturday two of its personnel were killed in Jordan and another was missing after an Iranian attack, while Iran's supreme leader said Washington would pay for "seeking to escalate the conflict" after a seventh straight night of U.S. strikes.The U.S. and Iran have intensified attacks since an interim ceasefire deal signed a month ago fell apart last week, raising the possibility of a return to all-out war.
(2026-07-18). US renews strikes on Iran after two military personnel killed by Iranian attack. al-monitor.com By Enas Alashray, Hatem Maher and Michael MartinaWASHINGTON/CAIRO, July 19 (Reuters) – The U.S. said it had completed an eighth straight night of attacks against Iran after earlier announcingthat two U.S. military personnel were killed in Jordan and another was missing following an Iranian attack.The U.S. and Iran have intensified attacks since an interim ceasefire deal signed a month ago fell apart last week, raising the possibility of a return to all-out war.
(2026-07-18). US strikes kill 3 in south Iran as attacks enter seventh night. newarab.com 
Tensions between the US and Iran are escalating rapidly, as deadly attacks enter a seventh consecutive night. | "The deputy political, security and social affairs governor of Hormozgan announced the martyrdom of three people and the injury of eight people following enemy attacks on some parts of Hormozgan province this morning," stat…
(2026-07-18). US-Iran hostilities continue with seventh straight night of strikes. geo.tv 
Smoke rises from an explosion at an unknown location, during what US Central Command says are strikes on Iran, in this screen grab taken from a handout video released July 17, 2026.— ReutersIranian media reports desalination pumps attacked.Kuwait says Iranian hits power, desalination…
(2026-07-18). Exclusive-Pakistan and Kuwait discuss expanded defence pact, sources say. al-monitor.com By Mubasher Bukhari, Asif Shahzad, Ariba Shahid and Timour AzhariISLAMABAD/ RIYADH, July 17 (Reuters) – Pakistan has been negotiating an expanded defence pact with Kuwait in exchange for energy cooperation and investment, according to five sources with knowledge of the talks.The talks remain at an early stage, all the sources said, and could still be complicated by heightened tensions between the United States and Iran, said one source.
(2026-07-18). South Lebanon resilience — "We will not leave our homes!" thecanary.co 
South Lebanon — The road to al-Mansouri, a village cut in half by Israel's yellow line, tells its own story. We pass through an endless exhibition of risk-free actions by the so-called occupiers. Burnt out vehicles from hits by drones. Homes and infrastructure destroyed by those guided bombs from fighter jets. But the road also […] | By
(2026-07-18). Is Israel sabotaging the US Lebanon agreement before it begins. newarab.com 
But before implementation has begun, it is already facing serious doubts. | A virtual technical meeting between Lebanese, Israeli and US military representatives, scheduled for Fr…
(2026-07-18). In a Lebanon museum, without evoke destruction in south. al-monitor.com Tears streamed down south Lebanon resident Fatima Hajj Ali's face as she stared at a host of keys hanging like windchimes from the ceiling of a Beirut museum ⚪ each one symbolising a home, like her own, destroyed by Israel. | The exhibition "Hkeeli ya Jnoub", or "Tell me, O South", features pictures and videos preserving the memory of southern Lebanon at the capital's Beit Beirut museum.
(2026-07-18). Media cheering a deal that puts Lebanon on the chopping block for Israel. mronline.org 
U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio on June 26 triumphantly announced the "signing of the Trilateral Framework between Lebanon, Israel and the United States."
(2026-07-18). Israeli army destroys three schools in southern Lebanon, minister says. aljazeera.com At least 20 schools have now been completely destroyed in southern Lebanon, with 100 more damaged.
(2026-07-18). Activists target Allied Irish Bank over potential deal with Israeli tech firm. thecanary.co 
Activists across Ireland have launched a wave of protests against Allied Irish Bank (AIB) over the company's disgraceful plans to sign a £1.2 million deal with genocide-linked 'Israeli' cybersecurity firm SNYK. Pro-Palestine group, Your Tech Their Deaths, released a compilation video publicising recent actions against the bank. It shows activists from across the island entering […] | By
(2026-07-18). PEN America president resigns over organization's pro-Zionist statement. wsws.org The president of PEN America has resigned over an article published by the organization that blames discrimination against Israeli and Jewish writers on cultural boycotts by anti-genocide activists.
(2026-07-18). Protesters in London call on new UK PM to stop Gaza genocide. newarab.com 
Thousands of pro-Palestine protesters marched the streets of London on Saturday, calling on the The protesters marched from Russell Square to Downing Street, holding Palestinian flags and banners calling for a free Palestine, an end to the occupation, and sanctions against Israel. | Your Party leader…
(2026-07-18). The Church of England calls upon its members to stand in solidarity with Palestinian Christians. mondoweiss.net 
The church's action follows resolutions by two other religious bodies at their summer meetings — the Presbyterian Church (USA) and the American Academy of Religion — both of which named Israel's war on Gaza a genocide.
(2026-07-18). Cuba's Foreign Minister Bruno Rodriguez Parrillo tells U.N.: 'The blockade will kill us silently'. iacenter.org July 17, 2026 Cuba's Minister of Foreign Affairs Bruno Rodriguez Parrillo addresses UN General Assembly on July 7, 2026. Cuba's Minister of Foreign Affairs Bruno Rodriguez Parrillo gave the following speech at the United Nations General Assembly Debate on the "necessity of ending the economic, commercial and financial blockade imposed by the United States against Cuba." He presented it on July 7, 2026, and it was printed in the Cuban newspaper Granma on July 8. Despite U.S. objections, member states voted 136-9 to continue the debate. The U.S. imposed a hostile blockade against the socialist country in the early…
(2026-07-18). Solidaridad con Cuba desde Argentina. radiohc.cu El Centro Cultural Leonardo Flavio de la municipalidad bonaerense de Lanús acogió un acto de solidaridad con Cuba que reiteró el llamado a poner fin a la feroz guerra económica sistemática de Estados Unidos contra la isla. | Organizado por la Casa de Amistad de Lanús como parte de la campaña "Estamos con Cuba", con el apoyo del ayuntamiento que prestó el centro cultural, en el encuentro se dirigió a los presentes la cónsul cubana, Misleidys Reyes; y Mercedes Martínez en representación de la Unión de Residentes Cubanos en Argentina (URCA). | El plato fuerte de la actividad fue la proyección del documental español…
(2026-07-18). No tiene sentido obligar un país a sufrir. radiohc.cu En referencia al bloqueo de Estados Unidos a Cuba, la congresista del país norteño Teresa Leger-Fernández expresó en La Habana una sentencia demoledora: "No tiene sentido obligar a un país a sufrir". | La legisladora demócrata, quien viajó a esta capital junto a tres colegas, expresó que pudo constatar el impacto del recrudecimiento de las sanciones de Estados Unidos al archipiélago caribeño. | La también demócrata Maxine Dexter señaló su plan de intentar ponerle freno a cualquier acción militar sin aval del Congreso. | La idea coincide con un nuevo escándalo de la administración de Donald Trump, asociado a la fa…
(2026-07-18). Con Bran Baile festejan en México Día de la Rebeldía en Cuba. radiohc.cu Cubanos y mexicanos celebraron el aniversario 73 del asalto a los cuarteles Moncada y Carlos Manuel de Céspedes con el tradicional Gran Baile en el salón Los àÅngeles de la capital del país norteño. | Unas dos mil personas se dieron cita en el reconocido lugar para conmemorar el hecho, ocurrido el 26 de julio de 1953, considerado el inicio de la lucha que conduciría al triunfo de la Revolución el 1 de enero de 1959 y festejado como el Día de la Rebeldía Nacional en la mayor de las Antillas. | En diálogo con Prensa Latina, Aline Pérez, parte de la Comisión Coordinadora a nivel nacional del Movimiento Mexican…
(2026-07-18). Millions of syringes and humanitarian aid for Cuba stranded in Jamaica after U.S. threats against French shipping company CMA CGM. radiohc.cu The French shipping company CMA CGM has breached its contract and left dozens of containers destined for Cuba stranded in the port of Kingston, Jamaica. | Among them, one sent by the NGO SODePAZ with more than 3.5 million syringes and needles destined for the Cuban health system in Santiago de Cuba, and another sent by the Catalan solidarity coordinator Defensem Cuba with 300 mattresses and bed frames and 600 pillows for victims of Hurricane Melissa. | CMA CGM is thus yielding to US pressure and collaborating with the blockade of Cuba, offering no solution beyond returning the container to the port of origin or t…
(2026-07-18). Cuba, el multilateralismo y el bloqueo. radiohc.cu El resultado alcanzado en la votación de la Junta Ejecutiva El triunfo de la causa de Cuba contra el bloqueo recrudecido reafirmó también el desempeño diplomático de la isla en ese ám…
(2026-07-18). Cuba: Dirigente partidista denuncia criminalización facista de la disidencia. radiohc.cu El secretario de Organización del Comité Central del Partido Comunista de Cuba, Roberto Morales Ojeda, denunció el discurso de odio fascista de la derecha para criminalizar la disidencia y proteger el statu quo. | ´El discurso de Marco Rubio que culpa a la ´extrema izquierda ª de todos los males del mundo no es un análisis serio, sino una cortina de humo para ocultar sus propias contradicciones ª, aseguró Morales Ojeda en una publicación. | El dirigente señaló que mientras Rubio afirma que ´la amenaza izquierdista es una realidad innegable ª, los datos muestran lo contrario, pues…
(2026-07-18). Cuban president denounces latest US sanctions, accuses Washington of reviving 'McCarthyism'. tribune.com.pk 
Cuba's president on Friday denounced the latest United States sanctions on his country, accusing Washington of reviving a "new and more dangerous version of McCarthyism" through a campaign against what he called a global "radical left." | On US social media platform X, Miguel Diaz-Canel claimed that transnational far-right alliances are being promoted in ways that "recall Hitlerite fascism" and the Cold War-era Operation Condor of the 1970s and '80s. | Una nueva y más peligrosa versión del macartismo está de regreso en Estados Unidos. | 1/5 | — Miguel Díaz-Canel Bermúde…
(2026-07-18). Israel kills 10 Palestinians in Gaza City, including 3 children. newarab.com 
Three children were among at least nine Palestinians killed in Israeli attacks An airstrike on an apartment building in the Nasr suburb of Gaza City killed at least five people, including the three children, who were aged between 8 and 18, said Mohammed Abu Selmiya, director of the Al Shifa medical complex. | Six others were wounded in the strike, including four children. | Earlier on Saturday, three people were killed by artillery fire in the Zeitoun neighbourhood of Gaza City. They were taken to the Al Shifa medical complex i…
(2026-07-18). Saturday 7/18: Free virtual screening of the documentary video "The BBC's Gaza crisis" indybay.org Zoom | us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_T9yY……
(2026-07-18). Three people killed in Israeli shelling of Gaza City. newarab.com
(2026-07-18). Has the Gaza War weakened the Israeli lobby in the US. newarab.com 
According to Politico, Israeli officials and allied lobbying groups are stepping up efforts to shore up support on Capitol Hill…
(2026-07-18). Death toll from Venezuela earthquakes rises to 5,069. tribune.com.pk 
The death toll from last month's back-to-back earthquakes in Venezuela climbed to 5,069, the country's National Assembly President Jorge Rodriguez said on Friday. | Rodriguez posted a table on US social media platform X, indicating that a total of 16,740 people have been injured in the powerful tremors. | He said authorities have assisted 128,324 families and established 106 temporary camps housing 21,235 people, while 17,907 remain without permanent housing. | According to him, the quakes damaged 856 buildings, including 190 that collapsed. | Venezuela has resources blocked around the wor…
(2026-07-18). Since Kidnapping of Maduro, Is Venezuela Capitulating to U.S. Imperialism? covertactionmagazine.com Adelmo Becerra is a Venezuelan trade union activist with the National Institute for Training and Socialist Education (INCES). In mid-June, Adelmo told Truthout that changes to a hydrocarbons law, instituted after the kidnapping of President Nicolás Maduro in January, has led Venezuela to "regress more than 100 years, back to the era of Juan Vicente …
(2026-07-18). Anti-War Action Network grows with second national conference. iacenter.org By Sebastian Miscenich July 17, 2026 Chicago — From July 11-12, the Anti-War Action Network (AWAN) held its second national conference in Chicago. Reflecting AWAN's growth of 11 more committees since its founding conference in 2025, over 250 participants gathered from more than 24 local antiwar groups from across the U.S. As a grassroots, nationwide network, AWAN unites antiwar, pro-Palestine and student groups from across the country. The network's growth follows a year of victorious campaigns led by AWAN affiliates and coordinated days of action responding to Trump's aggression against Iran, Venezuela and…
(2026-07-18). Venezuela quake death toll exceeds 5,000 as IMF releases funds. geo.tv 
(2026-07-18). Post-Earthquake Venezuela: Over 25,000 Assisted in Temporary Camps as Official Death Toll Reaches 5,069. orinocotribune.com Caracas ( While the number of rescued individuals has begun to plateau, the confirmed fatality count continues to climb. While State authorities have consistently declined to jump to premature conclu…
(2026-07-18). Water failure now top threat to UK — where's the institutional panic? thecanary.co 
After decades of under-investment by greedy private water companies, the failure of the UK's water supply is now the top threat to the UK, alongside a new pandemic. Norwich MP, Clive Lewis, pointed out the news, which he said should "keep you awake at night". So! "The @UKLabour govt's National Risk Register now ranks losing […] | By
(2026-07-18). Donald Trump: A presidency of metaphors. independentaustralia.net 
(2026-07-18). Mohan Bhagwat: Types of Hindus. ummid.com RSS Chief Mohan Bhagwat needs to spell out the validity of his classification of Hindus with the caste system in mind.
(2026-07-18). Iran 'cracking down of free speech under cover of US conflict'. newarab.com 
The ongoing Fighting has intensified over the past week, with But…
(2026-07-18). Death toll from Uganda school bus crash rises to 24. aljazeera.com Three more pupils died after Uganda's school bus crash, raising the death toll to 23 students and one adult.
(2026-07-18). EXCLUSIVE: Man who wrote Sharon Graham's first Unite manifesto now supports challenger. thecanary.co 
Sharon Graham's former Unite election campaign organiser Matt Smith now supports her opponent, Simon Dubbins. Having seen Graham in action as general secretary, Smith believes that another five years of Graham would be "an utter disaster for our union". But he didn't only play an extensive role in her 2021 general secretary election campaign. According […] | By
(2026-07-18). Colorado ICE Jail Employee Accused of Shooting a Protester Is Arrested. truthout.org An employee of The GEO Group, the private-prison company that operates the Immigration and Customs Enforcement detention center in Aurora, has been arrested in connection with a shooting of a woman outside the facility Thursday night, Aurora police said. Brandon Booth, 42, was arrested on suspicion of charges that include attempted second-degree murder, first-degree assault and felony… |
(2026-07-18). Securing Artificial Intelligence: Protecting Technology, Protecting Humanity. ummid.com As artificial intelligence becomes increasingly embedded in everyday life, understanding its security is no longer a matter for technical experts alone. In this timely commentary, Dr. Ghassan Shahrour examines why protecting AI is inseparable from protecting privacy, human rights, and public trust, and argues that securing AI is a shared responsibility for all.
(2026-07-18). Government starving the poor to appease finance. mronline.org 
An amendment to the National Food Security Act (NFSA) under which the AAY operates is about to be enacted under which instead of 35 kilogrammes per household per month, 7 kilogrammes per person per month would henceforth be distributed, up to a maximum of 35 kilogrammes per household per month.
(2026-07-18). Petroleum minister says daily fuel pricing will ensure transparency, reduce political intervention. tribune.com.pk 
Minister for Petroleum Ali Pervaiz Malik on Saturday defended the government's decision to introduce daily petroleum price adjustments, saying the new mechanism would help curb market abuse, eliminate opportunities for windfall gains and ensure greater transparency by reducing the scope for political intervention. | The remarks came a day after the federal government announced that petroleum prices would now be reviewed and notified daily, replacing the weekly pricing mechanism, amid heightened volatility in global oil markets driven by renewed tensions between the United States and Iran. | Malik made the rema…
(2026-07-18). Katie Ebner-Landy: Norm Smuggling? newleftreview.org Katie Ebner-Landy on Rahel Jaeggi, Progress and Regression. A critical theorist reformulates the concept of progress as social-reflexive problem-solving.
(2026-07-18). WHYY Newscast for Saturday 8:00 a.m. whyy.org The latest local headlines from WHYY…
(2026-07-18). Pakistan name squads for Sri Lanka series. tribune.com.pk 
The Women's National Selection Committee has named 15-member squads for the ODI and T20I series against Sri Lanka, scheduled to take place in Hambantota, Sri Lanka from 23 July to 4 August. | Fatima Sana continues to lead the side in the ODI format, while Muneeba Ali Siddiqui has been named captain for the T20I series in Fatima's absence. | 24-year-old Fatima will feature in The Hundred in England following the conclusion of the ODI series. She made history by becoming the first Pakistan women's cricketer to take part in the league. Fatima claimed 11 wickets in five matches at the recently concluded ICC Women'
(2026-07-18). How BRICS Can Move Towards Global Governance. infobrics.org In an international system that is experiencing a period of transition and shifts in the global pecking order, the BRICS organisation may emerge as the next fully-fledged global governance institution…
(2026-07-18). Ex-MP dares Modi govt to hold referendum on Hindu Rashtra. ummid.com Former Rajya Sabha Member, Mohammad Adeeb, has dared the Narendra Modi government to hold a Referendum on Hindu Rashtra like India's first Prime Minister Jawaharlal Nehru had done on the Indian Constitution.
(2026-07-18). Maharashtra 10th, 12th Supplementary Exam Result 2026 – Check Here. ummid.com The Maharashtra State Board of Secondary and Higher Secondary Education (MSBSHSE) is declaring on its official website 'www.mahahsscboard.in' the results of the SSC (Class 10) and HSC (Class 12) Supplementary (Repeaters, ATKT or Improvement) Exams held in June 2026 today i.e. Tuesday July 14, 2026.
(2026-07-18). The Winning Mindset for Gamers: What Actually Separates Good Players from Great Ones. ummid.com The esports industry is projected to reach 924.9 million users by 2030 and the competition is getting fiercer, but the players who build their mental game alongside their mechanical skills are the ones who keep climbing when everyone else plateaus.
(2026-07-18). Yaasuf Somali Clan of The Abaskuul Jidwaaq. Clan in Dhagaxle District of the Faafan Region. indybay.org The Yaasuf are a proud sub-clan of the Abaskuul Jidwaaq. They live in the fertile Dhagaxle district of the Fafan Zone in the Somali Region of Ethiopia.
(2026-07-18). Trump blames Canada for wildfire smoke, says he will add cost to tariffs. tribune.com.pk 
President Donald Trump on Friday blamed Canada for wildfire smoke spreading across the United States and said he would add the "incalculable cost" of dealing with the pollution to existing tariffs on Canadian goods. | Heavy smoke from hundreds of Canadian fires enveloped a swath of the US from the Midwest to the Northeast on Thursday and Friday, prompting warnings to residents to stay indoors. | Trump, who has a combative relationship with Prime Minister Mark Carney, said he would be calling the Canadian leader to find out what he planned to do about the "totally unacceptable" situation. | "We are holding Cana…
(2026-07-18). Mexican president points to political nature of U.S.-convened meeting. radiohc.cu Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum affirmed that the summit convened by the United States on alleged "far-left terrorism" was political, not a security-related one, which is why Mexico chose not to participate. | "In this case, given that from our perspective, it was more of a political issue than one truly related to combating criminal groups or other security matters, we felt it was best not to attend," the president asserted. | In response to a question about the meeting held in Washington, the Mexican president mentioned Mexico's presence as an observer or participant in other summits to which it has been in…
(2026-07-18). Developed: Fast, Precise Method for Platinum-Group Catalyst Synthesis. ummid.com A research team from Tianjin University, China Friday July 10, 2026 announced a millisecond-scale thermal pulse technology that enables the ultrafast synthesis and precise control of platinum-group catalysts.
(2026-07-18). Smoke, fire, floods: US faces triple extreme summer weather threats. tribune.com.pk 
Wildfire smoke blanketed the eastern US from the Great Lakes to Washington, DC, on Friday, floodwaters tore through Texas's Hill Country for a third day, and new fires erupted in the Pacific Northwest overnight, with 68 large blazes now burning in 15 states. | Millions of Americans faced hazardous conditions and orders to stay indoors, as the country's summer weather extremes converged on three fronts at once: a smoke-choked East, rising water in the South, and fast-spreading flames in the West. | Firefighters are now battling 68 large fires nationwide, up by nearly two dozen from a…
(2026-07-18). Cricket's greatest all-rounder, Barbados' Sir Garfield Sobers, dies at 89. globalvoices.org 
(2026-07-18). Support the Safer Beauty Bill Package – 15 July 2026. indybay.org "The Safer Beauty Bill Package builds on the progress made through the Modernization of Cosmetics Regulation Act of 2022 by closing critical gaps in federal cosmetic safety law. Together, the bills would ban 18 of the most hazardous chemicals used in cosmetics, strengthen protections for communities disproportionately exposed to harmful chemicals, improve ingredient transparency, and increase supply chain transparency so companies can make safer products. Congress needs to hear from the communities you represent, and your voice can help make that happen."
(2026-07-18). Presidio San Francisco: Reclaiming our Buffalo Soldiers Headquarters in the Pacific. indybay.org Veterans of the 9th and 10th Cavalry, along with soldiers from the 24th and 25th Infantry, served at or passed through the Presidio during key moments in American military history. Their presence was especially prominent during the Spanish—American War and the Philippine—American War, when the Presidio became the principal staging ground for troops deploying to the Pacific.
(2026-07-18). Poll shows nine in 10 families feel summer money pressures. thecanary.co 
The vast majority of parents in Britain and the north of Ireland feel "financial and emotional pressure" during the summer, according to research carried out by Save the Children. The charity polled 2,000 parents and found 88% are struggling with money worries during the long days, triggered by factors like added childcare costs and the […] | By
(2026-07-18). Would Ann Widdecombe have cared about someone showing they hate her? thecanary.co 
An Aberdeen University staff member has been charged with an offence after posting insensitive comments online about Ann Widdecombe's death. Web developer Heather Herbert called the 78-year-old politician's death "good news" on Bluesky. She also posted that she hoped Widdecombe had died a "painful death" before it emerged her death was being treated as murder. […] | By
(2026-07-18). Tyrin Johnson Is Dead. Memphis Is Occupied. This Is Militarized "Public Safety." truthout.org I met Tyrin "Ty" Johnson neither through a police report, nor through a press conference, nor through the carefully crafted statements of elected officials or the endless speculation that too often follows the death of a young Black man, but rather through the people who loved him most: his mother, his grandparents, his great-grandmother, his aunts, and the grief that filled the room where they… |
(2026-07-18). In New York's 'Little Palestine', fans cheer for Spain in World Cup final. aljazeera.com Tournament has showcased unity and solidarity in Brooklyn's sizable Arab American community, football fans say.
(2026-07-18). 'South China Sea Arbitral Tribunal Award' a political farce masqueraded as a legal process: spokesperson. ecns.cn The "South China Sea Arbitral Tribunal Award" is a political farce masqueraded as a legal process from beginning to end, and the so-called award carries no legal force in any sense, a spokesperson for China's Ministry of National Defense said on Friday.
(2026-07-18). Argentina's New York fans share hopes before 2026 World Cup final. aljazeera.com Argentinians in Queens hold on to football tradition, as new communities grow support the national team in NYC.
(2026-07-18). Anhui Leads China in auto exports in first half of 2026. ecns.cn East China's Anhui Province ranked first in the country in both the volume and value of vehicle exports in the first half of 2026, shipping 1.006 million vehicles worth 104.36 billion yuan ($14.6 billion), local customs authorities said Friday.
(2026-07-18). Clacton breaks record for most candidates in an election. thecanary.co 
Friday 17 July was the deadline for candidates to nominate themselves for the Clacton by-election. As it turns out, a lot of people made that deadline, with Politics UK listing the following: üö® IN FULL: The 34 Clacton by-election candidates — the highest number ever recorded in a UK Parliamentary election ‚û°Ô∏è Nigel Farage üóëÔ∏è Count […] | By
(2026-07-18). Factbox-What is Pakistan strength and capability? al-monitor.com ISLAMABAD, July 17 (Reuters) – Pakistan has been negotiating an expanded defence pact with Kuwait in exchange for energy cooperation and investment, according to five sources with knowledge of the talks.Several other Gulf nations have also reached out to Pakistan with requests after Islamabad signed a mutual defence agreement with Saudi Arabia last year.Here is a look at the defence forces and arsenals of nuclear-armed Pakistan, according to data from the London-based International Institute for Strategic Studies.PERSONNEL…
(2026-07-18). Wildfires in northern West Bank force settlement evacuation. newarab.com 
The blaze was first reported in the early afternoon west of the Palestinian city of Nablus in the settlement of Kedumim, where two neighbourhoods were evacuated. | The fire later expanded to the nearby settlement of Havat Gilad and intensified, forcing…
(2026-07-18). Europe should look to Africa for heatwave solutions. aljazeera.com African communities have spent decades developing practical, tested ways to live with extreme heat.
(2026-07-18). Reigning in U.S. EPA Abuse: A Legislative Opportunity. wattsupwiththat.com It is time to stop the EPA from acting like an economic planning agency and instead get it focused on its mission of environmental protection.
(2026-07-18). UK by-election sees record 34 candidates as Farage seeks return. aljazeera.com The Reform UK leader seeks to regain his seat after resigning amid gifts controversy.
(2026-07-18). Mandela Day: What his legacy means in today's South Africa. aljazeera.com As South Africa grapples with inequality and division, Mandela Day has taken on new political significance.
(2026-07-18). Wages plummet in New Zealand. wsws.org Wages fell 6.4 percent between 2021 and 2026, the biggest decline among OECD countries, while the banks made tens of billions of dollars and the fortunes of the super-rich hit record levels.
(2026-07-18). Aussie Renewable Energy Retailer Collapse Blamed on President Trump. wattsupwiththat.com I doubt President Trump even heard of this company but his magic apparently somehow caused its collapse.
(2026-07-18). Caitlin Johnstone: They're launching a new COINTELPRO for the 21st century. asiapacificreport.nz COMMENTARY: By Caitlin Johnstone The Trump administration has announced a renewed crusade against "far-left terrorism," which sounds okay if you don't know that the word "terrorism" only ever means "behavior which goes against the agendas of the Western empire." The United States has for example placed sanctions on UN special rapporteur Francesca Albanese for calling…
(2026-07-18). Spain, NOT France, to Play 2026 FIFA World Cup Final. ummid.com In yet another sensational semi-final of the 2026 FIFA World Cup Wednesday July 15, 2026, Spain defeated the favorite France to advance to the Final of the Mega Event.
(2026-07-18). Homeland Security Secretary Mullin reiterates Trump threats about elections. aljazeera.com Mullin pledged to make Trump's election security demands 'mandatory' and implement a 'maximum pressure' campaign.
(2026-07-18). Air Force major demands Trump be impeached, is arrested. iacenter.org By Michael Kramer July 17, 2026 Air Force Major Jason Watson at U.S. Capitol, July 1, 2026, before he was arrested by Capitol Police. U.S. Air Force Major Jason Watson has been arrested by Capitol Police and is under investigation by the military after holding a press conference on July 1 on the U.S. Capitol steps denouncing the Trump administration and calling for the impeachment, conviction and removal from office of President Donald Trump and Vice President JD Vance. The press conference was attended by U.S. Rep. Al Green, an 11-term Democrat from Texas who is an African American. Green will be leaving Congres…
(2026-07-18). Search for mountaineer continues after GLOF affects seven in K-P's Swat: Rescue 1122. tribune.com.pk 
(2026-07-18). Activists Throw Wet Blanket on FERC's "Blanket Certificate Policy" Changes. indybay.org As they have for the past decade, the environmental activist group Beyond Extreme Energy (BXE), along with other frontline groups, has protested, demonstrated, and attended the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) monthly public meetings to bring before the commission their concerns regarding an end to fossil fuel expansion.
(2026-07-18). Trump Media reportedly mulling fee for first access to social media posts. aljazeera.com US president has frequently been accused of trading government influence for improper financial gain.
(2026-07-18). What the House Hearing Should Have Told You: MKULTRA's Legacy of Modern-Day Torture. covertactionmagazine.com CIA mind-control programs were intimately tied to use in coercive interrogation. Both Gitmo and CIA black-site torture were impossible without MK-ULTRA, but that history is being buried. The [Central Intelligence] Agency office with the greatest current SERE [Survival, Evasion, Resistance, and Escape] familiarity was the Office of Technical Services (OTS), in which were located a …
(2026-07-18). What Targeting of Justice Tabassum Khan Says About Minority Rights in Today's India. ummid.com The threats against Judge Tabassum Khan reveal a nation at a crossroads. Will India allow mob power — emboldened by political silence — to overshadow constitutional power? Or will it defend the institutions that safeguard democracy?
(2026-07-18). 'We Keep Us Safe': The Fight For Human Rights In Binghamton. popularresistance.org Two years ago, when Jasmine Stradford and her partner, along with their three kids, fell behind on their rent, the landlord evicted them. The family was now at the mercy of New York's emergency shelter system and what little it had to offer. The emergency shelter system was designed to provide not only shelter, but also food, help finding permanent housing, and child care so parents can find work, go to school, or look for housing. They received almost none of that. The Stradford family was one of many in the growing trend involving homeless people in New York who live outside the city, pushing people in need of…
(2026-07-18). Europe's sanctions regime turning into war on Christian Orthodoxy. infobrics.org The EU's latest sanctions package has exposed deep divisions over Russia, with Bulgaria blocking measures against Patriarch Kirill and other key figures. Italy has echoed Bulgaria's concerns. Is Europe's foreign policy starting to mirror the domestic "Maidanization" trend one can see across Europe?>
(2026-07-18). The challenges facing UK's next PM Andy Burnham. tribune.com.pk 
Andy Burnham, who is set to become Britain's prime minister on Monday, will face a roster of challenges when he steps into the office as the UK's seventh leader in a decade. | The former Greater Manchester mayor was on Friday overwhelmingly backed as leader of the Labour party after Keir Starmer resigned last month. | Experts say Burnham will now need to address a host of issues that have felled his predecessors in quick succession. | The priority will be boosting the economy and improving living standards for voters who have despaired over soaring energy and food prices since the start of the Russia-Ukraine w…
(2026-07-18). Why many Hawaiians did not celebrate the 250th anniversary of the U.S. mronline.org 
On the 250 th anniversary of the founding of the United States, many in Hawai'i, the 50 th territory to "join"/acquire U.S. statehood, decided not to celebrate.
(2026-07-18). Is This the American Suez? portside.org Is This the American Suez? |
(2026-07-18). Introducing PLAN, The Tool That Finds Every Public Lands Fight. popularresistance.org For the last year and a half we've shown you what's being done to your public lands and who's doing it. Our Threatened Public Lands Map shows you every place on the chopping block. Our Congressional Public Lands Scorecard shows you how all 535 members of Congress vote. Showing you the fight was always only half the job. This is the half that puts your voice into it, at the exact moment the law requires them to listen. | It's called PLAN, the Public Lands Action Network, and there's never been anything like it for America's public lands.
(2026-07-18). Thursday 7/16: Assisting the Coral St. Refugees and Documenting Police Crimes. indybay.org Coral and Limekiln gathering…then along coral St. in front of the Housing Matters (aka Funding Matters) povery-pimpery-complex…
(2026-07-18). Hussam Abu Safiya beaten in Israeli detention. newarab.com 
Imprisoned Palestinian doctor Dr Abu Safiya's Now imprisoned for over a year, his family members, as well as…
(2026-07-18). Jack Copley: Rentier Regimes. newleftreview.org Jack Copley on Timothy Mitchell, The Alibi of Capital. Capital re-conceptualized as terraforming expropriation of the future.
(2026-07-18). Register customary marriages before August deadline. sanews.gov.za Register customary marriages before August deadline | The Department of Home Affairs has urged couples in qualifying customary marriages to register their unions before the special registration period closes on 31 August 2026. | In a statement issued on Wednesday, the department reminded the public that only a few weeks remain before the deadline for registering customary marriages that were not recorded within the prescribed period. | The special registration window, which runs from 1 September 2024 to 31 August 2026, was introduced by the Minister of Home Affairs to allow couples to regularise their marital sta…
(2026-07-18). Can the United States Go it Alone? The Real Cost of a Post-NATO Defense Strategy. moderndiplomacy.eu As the NATO summit took place July 7th through 8th in Ankara, American pressure on European leaders to meet increased defense spending benchmarks took center stage, set against the United States' recent threats to withdraw from the alliance. During the 2025 NATO summit, European leaders were urged to increase their military spending to 5 percent …
(2026-07-18). Malaysia Orders Deportation Of Israelis In Digital Commune. popularresistance.org Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim declared on 15 July that any Israeli nationals found to be involved in the Network School "digital nomad" community will be deported immediately, highlighting that Malaysia does not recognize Israel. | "If any wrongdoing is found, action must be taken. If there are Israeli nationals involved, they will be deported immediately because Malaysia does not recognize Israel," Anwar said at a community event on Wednesday. | The comments come after Israeli nationals allegedly entered Malaysia — where Israeli passport holders are barred from entry — by using second passpo…
(2026-07-18). With two Messi assisted goals, Argentina advances to 2026 FIFA WC Final. ummid.com Defending Champions, Argentina, Thursday July 16, 2026, defeated England with the help of two goals assisted by Lionel Messi to advance to the 2026 FIFA World Cup Final.
(2026-07-18). Iraq: Photography Award 2026. icrc.org International Committee of the Red Cross & Iraqi Red Crescent Society…
(2026-07-18). Welfare, Electoral Politics and The Cost of Fiscal Priorities. ummid.com The Comptroller and Auditor General of India's (CAG) latest audit of Maharashtra's finances has raised serious questions about the fiscal management and implementation of the BJP-led government's flagship Mukhyamantri Majhi Ladki Bahin Yojana.
(2026-07-18). DTE Maha Post SSC Diploma 2026 Round 1 Allotment – Steps, Link. ummid.com Directorate of Technical Education (DTE) Maharashtra is releasing on its official website 'poly26.dtemaharashtra.gov.in' today i.e. Wednesday July 15, 2026 the CAP Round 1 Seat Allotment Result of the students seeking admission in First Year Post SSC Diploma Technical and Polytechnic Courses in Engineering / Technology for the year 2026-27.
(2026-07-18). Zoha Waseem gets candid about fame, pressure after hit song 'Majboor'. tribune.com.pk 
Singer Zoha Waseem claimed in an interview that the realities for male and female celebrities were very different and that people often failed to differentiate between genders and extend equal respect. She shared, however, that she doesn't let online backlash affect her mental health. | The singer of the viral hit Majboor, Zoha reflected on the success of the breakout track which catapulted her to fame. She also discussed the loss of privacy that came with public recognition. | "You can't imagine how popularity feels until you experience it," she said. The singer added that although she didn't consider herself…
(2026-07-18). China Southern launches Urumqi—Seoul service via Yantai. ecns.cn China Southern Airlines launched a new round-trip service Thursday linking Urumqi, in northwest China's Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region, with Seoul via Yantai, in east China's Shandong Province. The one-stop route adds a new travel option between Xinjiang and South Korea.
(2026-07-18). France vs England: Deschamps set for final World Cup match as Zidane waits. aljazeera.com Deschamps, who led France to the 2018 World Cup title, bids farewell after Saturday's third-place playoff with England.
(2026-07-18). Britain's New Long-Range Strategy Can't Wait Much Longer. moderndiplomacy.eu The rocky deployment of the HMS Dragon in March to protect Cyprus from Iran brought a new blow to the UK's global military prestige. Unfortunately, this was just the latest in a series of setbacks pointing to a force that is, on the whole, in decline. This observation is causing concern in London and has …
(2026-07-18). The United States of Betrayal. theintercept.com 
(2026-07-18). Suzhou adjusts delivery times to encourage safer riding. ecns.cn Suzhou in east China's Jiangsu Province has become the first city in China to count red-light waiting time as part of food delivery riders' delivery schedules, easing pressure to rush through traffic.
(2026-07-18). World Cup: Deschamps set for bittersweet end to France job as Zidane waits. aljazeera.com Deschamps, who led France to the 2018 World Cup title, bids farewell after Saturday's third-place playoff with England.
(2026-07-18). 'The house is everything': Germantown's Colored Girls Museum invites vanessa german to install spiritual 'magic'. whyy.org From Philly and the Pa. suburbs to South Jersey and Delaware, what would you like WHYY News to cover? Pittsburgh-based artist vanessa german turned the living and dining rooms at The Colored Girls Museum into a talismanic temple. | Housed in a three-story, 140-year-old twin home, the museum located in historic Germantown is dedicated to celebrating Black art. Proprietor Vashti Dubois, who has
(2026-07-18). Trump Media 'pitched $100k monthly fee' for fastest feed of US president's posts. geo.tv 
Workers straighten the Truth Social booth at the Great American State Fair celebrating the 250th anniversary of US independence in Washington, DC, US, July 2, 2026. — ReutersDonald Trump's social media company has discussed charging Wall Street traders and investment…
(2026-07-18). 'They brought me here to kill me' NZ media slammed over ignoring plea. asiapacificreport.nz 
Pacific Media Watch "This is the last time you'll see me… they brought me here to kill me." These chilling words by detained and tortured Palestinian paediatrician Dr Hussam Abu Safiya were cited by an Amnesty International advocate today at an Auckland rally denouncing the failure of New Zealand media to highlight his plight. Dr…
(2026-07-18). Sunday 7/26: Crafts As Resistance: Free Craft Night In Dolores Park. indybay.org Mission Dolores Park, San Francisco (Near Helen Diller Park)…
(2026-07-18). If Xishuangbanna could fit in a suitcase, what would global mayors take home. ecns.cn The 2026 Global Mayors Dialogue ∑Xishuangbanna was recently held in Xishuangbanna Dai Autonomous Prefecture, southwest China's Yunnan Province. During the event, international guests visited nature reserves and local villages to experience the region's unique blend of ecological conservation, urban development, and ethnic culture.
(2026-07-18). Washington crossing the Delaware has new meaning at the Michener Museum in Doylestown. whyy.org From Philly and the Pa. suburbs to South Jersey and Delaware, what would you like WHYY News to cover? On Christmas Eve 250 years ago, General George Washington conducted the Continental Army's most memorable sneak attack by crossing the Delaware River during a vicious nor'easter. | Ever since, artists have depicted the historic crossing. That decisive moment of the Revolutionary War is ripe for artistic interpretation. | "We didn't want to offer a historical perspective on that event," said Laura Turner Igoe, curator at the Michener Museum of Art in Doylestown. "As an art mu…
(2026-07-18). Protecting our national identity through the proper use of government symbols. sanews.gov.za Protecting our national identity through the proper use of government symbols | By Nomonde Mnukwa | The recent News24 article, Blurred lines: DA, EFF sneak party colours into government media, raises an important issue that warrants thoughtful public discussion. Beyond questions of design or branding, it invites us to reflect on the importance of preserving the integrity of South Africa's national identity and the distinction between the state and political parties. | Every nation is defined by the symbols that express its identity, history and shared values. In South Africa, these include the National Flag, the…
(2026-07-18). ICE 'Crowd Control' Led to Blindings and Traumatic Brain Injuries. portside.org ICE 'Crowd Control' Led to Blindings and Traumatic Brain Injuries |
(2026-07-18). Chinese President Xi Jinping delivers keynote speech at opening ceremony of 2026 World AI Conference. ecns.cn Chinese President Xi Jinping delivers a keynote speech at the opening ceremony of the 2026 World AI Conference and High-Level Meeting on Global AI Governance in Shanghai, east China, July 17, 2026.
(2026-07-18). Why Türkiye trade still trails its promise? unitedworldint.com By Dure Akram, from Lahore / Pakistan When Turkish Vice President Cevdet Yƒ±lmaz addressed business leaders in Istanbul this month, he offered perhaps the most accurate diagnosis of Türkiye economic relations heard from either government in years. The friendship between Pakistan and Türkiye, he said, had always rested upon "strong emotional bonds." The task now …
(2026-07-18). ADC Sues DHS Secretary Over Illegal Seizure Of Max Blumenthal's Devices. popularresistance.org The American-Arab Anti-Discrimination Committee (ADC) filed a time-sensitive motion in the Eastern District of Virginia's federal court on behalf of journalist Max Blumenthal, seeking the immediate return of two smartphones unlawfully seized and retained by U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP). | The motion argues that CBP's warrantless seizure and continued retention of Blumenthal's phones violate the First and Fourth Amendments and the Privacy Protection Act. It seeks the immediate return of both devices and all information or copies obtained from them under Federal Rule of Criminal Procedure 41(g), along w…
(2026-07-18). Israel split widens ahead of US midterms. al-monitor.com More than 100 US House Democrats voted this week to cut military aid to Israel, exposing a widening party divide that could reshape both November's midterm elections and the future of one of Washington's most durable foreign policy alliances. | "When more than 100 House Democrats are willing to vote to cut military aid, that's no longer a protest vote," veteran political strategist Mike Fahey told AFP.
(2026-07-18). Top German conservative quits after surrogacy sparks backlash within party. aljazeera.com Jens Spahn steps down after party criticism over surrogacy, highlighting tensions in Germany's conservative coalition.
(2026-07-18). World Cup: France vs England prediction, final schedule, latest news. aljazeera.com France and England battle for third place before Argentina and Spain meet in the World Cup final.
(2026-07-18). Analyst questions Trump's renewed focus on US election integrity. aljazeera.com Eric Ham argues President Donald Trump's renewed focus on election security is attempt to expand federal authority.
(2026-07-18). India achieves milestone with launch of first private-sector orbital rocket. aljazeera.com PM Narendra Modi says successful launch will 'encourage countless youngsters to dream bigger and innovate fearlessly'.
(2026-07-18). Xiong'an-Shangqiu high-speed railway starts trial operation. ecns.cn The Xiong'an-Shangqiu high-speed railway in the Zhengzhou section began trial operations early Friday, marking a major milestone toward the line's formal opening.
(2026-07-18). US data centre protests go national as backlash grows. tribune.com.pk 
Opponents of the rapid buildout of data centers plan to hold protests on Saturday in at least 125 locations across the United States, the first coordinated national effort to channel anger at the AI infrastructure expansion that has ramped up over the past year and roiled local politics. | The protests are coordinated by a grassroots group called HumansFirst, co-founded by a former leader of the modern-day Tea Party who has compared growing opposition to data centers to the right-wing populist movement that emerged in 2009 to protest what it saw as excessive taxation and government &…
(2026-07-18). "Humanitarian challenges today are global, and so must be the solutions" icrc.org Launch of the 2025 Beijing Symposium Report…
(2026-07-18). Egypt's 'Garbage City' recyclers reap gains from Iran war plastic squeeze. geo.tv 
In the labyrinthine alleyways of Cairo's Garbage City, recycling specialist Peter Romany finds himself fielding calls from factories scrambling for plastic to plug supply shortfalls caused by the Iran war.The 25-year-old is among the hundreds of recyclers and manufacturers across Egypt…
(2026-07-18). Who is Andy Burnham ? Newly elected Labour Party leader and UK's Prime Minister-designate. ptcnews.tv PTC News Desk: Andy Burnham has been officially confirmed as the new leader of the UK's ruling Labour Party and is set to become the country's next Prime Minister when he takes office at 10 Downing St | Who is Andy Burnham ? Newly elected Labour Party leader and UK's Prime Minister-designate…
(2026-07-18). Politicians Should Stop Hiding Behind the "Two-State Solution" Fantasy. indybay.org Far-fetched, evasive, delusional…
(2026-07-18). Thames Water to fight Burnham as 'temporary nationalisation' rumours swirl. thecanary.co 
Thames Water has f*cked up so badly that the government may be forced to nationalise it. Rather than holding its hands up and saying sorry, though, it seems the incompetent vultures managing the company are planning to take the government to court. BREAKING: The group of investors engaged in a rescue bid for Thames Water […] | By
(2026-07-18). Kolkata sings for Messi as World Cup fever takes hold. aljazeera.com South Asia's greatest football city has united behind its footballing saint.
(2026-07-18). You Can Program Your Quantum Computer with Open Source Tools. indybay.org Is it global justice to make quantum computing widely available, or in the words of the IMF economist Irma Adelman, "widely shared". It is indeed the currency of the future. | There was no visible public discussion beyond the fears and promise of…
(2026-07-18). The US ran Democratization Programs; Does it need one Itself? juancole.com Tulsa, OK (Special to Informed Comment; Feature) — Former USAID Administrator Samantha Power established the Democracy Delivers Initiative to support emerging democracies. When a reformer was elected to office, Democracy Delivers surged attention, support, and resources to that reformer so he/she could deliver economic and social benefits to voters. When voters experienced how their lives were better under a democratic system, the hope was they would continue to vote for reformers as the difficult process of political and economic reform took place. | I served as the strategic communications advisor for thi…
(2026-07-18). Colombo Conference: 'Hands Off Asia Means Socialism Today'. popularresistance.org Asia is home to about 60% of the world's population and is increasingly the motor of the world's economy. The continent also has a long tradition of revolutionary national liberation struggles and left and progressive movements. | Today the people and governments of Asia today find themselves in the crosshairs of a New Cold War, gasping for breath under the yoke of the International Monetary Fund (IMF) and bearing the burden of tens of thousands of US troops stationed in close to 400 bases spread across the region. In this context, what does genuine sovereignty mean for the people of the continent, and how can pr…
(2026-07-18). Javier Moreno Zacarés: Dynamics of American Capitalism. newleftreview.org Following his widely praised Ages of American Capitalism, Jonathan Levy's The Real Economy proposes a theoretical counterpart, grounding a concept of capital in a fusion of Smith, Keynes, Freud, Deleuze and Guatarri. Javier Moreno Zacarés responds with a thoroughgoing critical engagement, ranging from the 'transition debate' to the AI bubble.
(2026-07-18). NY mayor says still mulling Netanyahu arrest during UN meet. al-monitor.com New York Mayor Zohran Mamdani is in talks over whether to try to arrest Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu during an upcoming UN summit, he said in an interview published Saturday ⚪ prompting a sharp rebuke from Netanyahu's camp. | "I believe that Prime Minister Netanyahu belongs in The Hague," Mamdani told The New York Times.
(2026-07-18). Kuwait says Iranian strikes hit power plant, oil facility. newarab.com 
It followed a seventh night of strikes by the United States on Iranian targets, which prompted "Another electricity and water…
(2026-07-18). Iraq signs deals with multiple US firms, including oil. newarab.com 
Iraq has signed billion-dollar deals with several Western firms including oil, as PM al-Zaidi seeks long-term investment and partnerships. | US companies signed roughly $60 billion in agreements and partnerships with the Iraqi government on Friday, including deals intended to create alternative routes for The deals, signed at the US Chamber of Commerce, also involved other industries, including healthcare, communications and infrastructure. | It's not clear when the oil…
(2026-07-18). France cruise past Japan 42-15. tribune.com.pk 
France beat Japan 42-15 on Saturday to wrap up their Nations Championship southern hemisphere series with a comfortable win in humid Tokyo. | France scored six tries against a Japan side that never gave in but were ultimately outclassed by the Six Nations champions. | The result meant France finished their three games with wins over Australia and Japan and a loss to New Zealand, while Japan beat Italy and lost to both Ireland and France. | "We know the World Cup is a year away and we had that in our minds," said France captain Maxime Lucu. | "We've played three big matches against southern hemisphere teams and…
(2026-07-18). Morocco and Spain to battle it out to host 2030 World Cup final. newarab.com 
New York will enjoy the footballing world's full attention on Sunday when the Morocco, Portugal, and Spain are hosting the 2030
(2026-07-18). Moral Memory and Human Security: Protecting People from Digital Erasure. ummid.com Moral memory is the kind of remembering that respects human beings, it gives space to stories that were ignored, silenced, or erased, and resists the logic of power and restores truth through justice, as noted by scholars such as Assmann.
(2026-07-18). Backing for UBI Is Growing. Let's Push for the Most Progressive Version of It. truthout.org The idea of a universal basic income has been around for decades, but it is now growing in popularity as artificial intelligence threatens to make our economic future under neoliberal capitalism even more precarious. Yet, no one would argue that a universal basic income is a panacea to capitalism's evils. Moreover, there are different proposals for implementing a universal basic income… |
(2026-07-18). MHT CET FE 2026 Admission: Last Date Extended. ummid.com The Maharashtra State Common Entrance Test (CET) Cell has extended the last date of application for online registration of the students seeking Admission in First Year (FE) of the Four Year B.E. and B.Tech courses for the year 2026-27.
(2026-07-18). Israel moves to surround prisons with crocodile-filled moats. newarab.com 
The move, proposed by extremist National Security Minister The extremist mini…
(2026-07-18). Venice protests greet U.S. Ambassador arrival on superyacht. al-monitor.com By Manuel SilvestriVENICE, July 17 (Reuters) – A few hundred people in Venice protested on Friday against U.S. Ambassador to Italy Tilman Fertitta as he arrived in the lagoon city aboard his superyacht, drawing criticism of President Donald Trump's policies.Activists also objected to the heightened security measures put in place by local authorities as Venice prepares for one of its most important festivals.
(2026-07-18). Thursday 7/16: The AFL-CIO "Solidarity Center" & Why Is Trump Funding It? indybay.org
(2026-07-18). DAWN calls for UN arms embargo on UAE over Sudan role. newarab.com 
US rights organisation Democracy for the Arab World Now (DAWN) has called for a UN arms embargo on the UAE, accusing the Gulf state of In a statement, the organisation called on the UN General Assembly and individual member states to take action, saying that the UAE has played a central role in Sudan's more than three-year conflict, as well as in other human rights violations across the region. | DAWN further said that the UAE has provided…
(2026-07-18). China Railway to pilot 60-day advance ticket requests on Beijing—Shanghai routes. ecns.cn China State Railway Group Co., Ltd. will launch a ticket-request pilot Monday, July 20, covering more than 200 trains on the Beijing—Shanghai high-speed and conventional rail lines.
(2026-07-18). Health Insurers Walk Back on Pledge to Improve Denials Process. truthout.org One year after the Trump administration announced that dozens of health insurers had signed a six-part pledge promising to reduce barriers to doctor-recommended care, some insurers now say they won't implement all the promised initiatives. Meanwhile, patients, their advocates, and clinicians say little has improved. "It has never been this bad for patients," said U.S. Rep. Greg Murphy (R… |
(2026-07-18). Learning from Vietnam's struggle for sovereignty: The Thirteenth Asia Newsletter (2026). mronline.org 
Fifty-one years after victory over Washington's war machine, Vietnam faces a subtler assault — sanctions, debt, and covert subversion — and answers with a commitment to peace and development.
(2026-07-18). fairness problem is holding productivity back. independentaustralia.net 
(2026-07-18). Diver injured in shark attack off Tasmania coast. tribune.com.pk 
A male diver was injured in a shark attack off the coast of Tasmania on Saturday, police said, the latest in a spate of shark attacks in Australian waters. | The 31-year-old was diving around 50 metres (164 feet) offshore in the Adventure Bay area of Tasmania's Bruny Island when he was bitten by what was believed to be a 2-metre (6.6 ft) broadnose sevengill shark, | "The man was able to return to shore and was assisted by fellow divers," Police Inspector Darren ‚Å Latham said in a statement. | In May, a 39-ye…
(2026-07-18). Man charged with attempted murder in Utah Muslim stabbing. newarab.com 
Prosecutors in a Salt Lake County District Attorney Sim Gill said the defendant, Peter Michael Larsen, was charged with two counts of first-degree felony attempted aggravated murder over Monday's knife attack at the Valley Fair Mall in West Valley City. | "In the filed information document, notices are…
(2026-07-18). Outrage, Call to Action after Maulana Mohammad Ali Jauhar University Demolition Order. ummid.com Slamming the Rampur Development Authority's order to demolish Maulana Mohammad Ali Jauhar University's 38 out of the 40 buildings, the Congress Party has called upon the civil society to step forward against, what it called, the 'oppressive government.'
(2026-07-18). Wednesday 8/19: Oakland Privacy: Fighting Against the Surveillance State. indybay.org Please email contact@oaklandprivacy.org a few days before the meeting to get up-to-date location information or obtain Zoom meeting access info.
(2026-07-18). Trump Admin Guts Endangered Species Act to Prioritize Corporate Interests. truthout.org "Yet again, the Trump administration has sold out our endangered wildlife to the highest bidder," said one biodiversity advocate after the US Department of Interior, in a Friday news dump, issued two new policy changes that would weaken the Endangered Species Act (ESA) and make it easier for corporate polluters to prioritize their own bottom lines over habitat protection. The US Fish and… |
(2026-07-18). She Wants Lindsey Graham's Senate Seat. portside.org She Wants Lindsey Graham's Senate Seat |
(2026-07-18). MP: UCC Final Draft submitted amid protests, opposition. ummid.com The High-Level Committee constituted to examine the feasibility of implementing the Uniform Civil Code (UCC) in Madhya Pradesh has submitted the final draft to the state government amid protests and opposition.
(2026-07-18). Venice protesters rally against US ambassador's superyacht tour. aljazeera.com Protesters clashed with police in Venice outside US Ambassador Tilman Fertitta's superyacht.
(2026-07-18). Pakistan offers strong Investment opportunities in pharmaceutical sector: health minister. tribune.com.pk 
Health Minister Mustafa Kamal said on Saturday that Pakistan offered significant investment opportunities in the pharmaceutical sector and invited Chinese companies to deepen collaboration with local firms through business-to-business (B2B) investment partnerships. | The remarks came a day after Pakistani and Chinese pharmaceutical companies signed nine agreements worth more than $440 million, as the government reaffirmed its commitment to ensuring the security of Chinese nationals working in the country. | Addressing the Pakistan-China B2B Conference on the Pharmaceutical, Healthcare and Biotechnology Sector…
(2026-07-18). Hyundai autoworkers in South Korea take strike action. wsws.org The Korean Metal Workers' Union is isolating the Hyundai strike from other sections of the working class and limiting its impact while orchestrating a sell-out deal behind the scenes.
(2026-07-18). Ukraine hits Su-24 at Saky base, Russia unleashes 19 devastating strikes on ports, depots & drones. hindustantimes.com Russia has claimed a series of large-scale coordinated strikes across Ukraine, targeting ports, military infrastructure, logistics hubs, and defense facilities. Moscow also says its forces intercepted thousands of Ukrainian drones and inflicted heavy battlefield losses across multiple fronts. Ukraine, meanwhile, says it has expanded long-range drone operations deep inside Russian territory. None of Russia's battlefield casualty or damage claims have been independently verified. Watch this report for the latest updates on the Russia-Ukraine war, key military developments, official statements from both sides, and h…
(2026-07-18). San Francisco Presidio: Restoring our Western Headquarters of the Buffalo Soldiers. indybay.org he 9th and 10th Cavalry were formed during the Army's post‚ÄëCivil War reorganization, a moment when the nation sought to rebuild, redefine citizenship, and expand westward…
(2026-07-18). Partido Lakas ng Masa (The Philippines): Condemn the renewed US war of aggression against Iran. links.org.au 
Partido Lakas ng Masa opposes the Philippines being drawn into the US war agenda against the interests of the Filipino people.
(2026-07-18). When AI Attacks Financial Trust: Why ASEAN May Become the Global South's First Test Case. moderndiplomacy.eu In February 2026, the Bank of Italy confronted a problem that sounded almost absurd: fraudulent videos and online content were circulating with the name and image of Governor Fabio Panetta, presenting him as if he were endorsing investment schemes. The central bank warned the public and referred the matter to judicial authorities. The fraud targeted …
(2026-07-18). Berlin: multiple protests against Rheinmetall armaments factory. wsws.org The streets of Berlin have become the centre of a growing confrontation with the German state over the presence in the heart of the city of the Rheinmetall armaments factory.
(2026-07-18). Fasting Indian activist shifted to hospital, police say. tribune.com.pk 
Authorities in India's capital Delhi have moved fasting social activist Sonam Wangchuk to hospital after his condition worsened on the 21st day of a hunger strike he launched to demand the resignation of the federal education minister. | Wangchuk, 59, has been fasting since June 28 in solidarity with India's youth Cockroach Janta Party (CJP), which is demanding that Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan step down over exam paper leaks in May that affected millions of students. | Wangchuk's campaign has emerged as a rare public challenge to Prime Minister Narendra Modi's government, d…
(2026-07-18). Sanctioned tanker is leaking oil near Oman, according to satellite images and experts. al-monitor.com By Catherine Cartier and Jonathan SaulJuly 17 (Reuters) – A vessel under sanctions for moving Russian fuel is likely leaking oil in a protected marine area off the coast of Oman, according to analysis of satellite imagery and experts.The Caroline Bezengi vessel took Russian oil on board in Novorossiysk before leaving for its most recent voyage, according to ship tracking data. It last transmitted a signal on public AIS tracking on June 11 off the coast of Yemen.
(2026-07-18). Messi reflects on pressure and competition ahead of World Cup final. aljazeera.com Ahead of the World Cup final, Lionel Messi says growing up playing football taught him to enjoy the game.
(2026-07-18). Indian activist 'forcibly' moved to hospital after 20-day hunger strike. geo.tv 
Abhijeet Dipke, head of the Cockroach Janta Party , holds the hand of Sonam Wangchuk, an Indian education reformer at Jantar Mantar in New Delhi, India, July 18, 2026. — ReutersWangchuk, 59 demands resignation of education minister.Protestors tries to create obstruction while…
(2026-07-18). 5.0 magnitude earthquake strikes eastern Türkiye. tribune.com.pk 
(2026-07-18). Telangana TET June 2026 Result Today: Time and Link to Check. ummid.com The Telangana School Education Department is releasing on its official website 'tgtet.aptonline.in' the result of the Telangana Teacher Eligibility Test (TG TET June 2026) today i.e. Monday July 13, 2026.
(2026-07-18). Indonesia Eyes More Chinese Tourists with New Direct Flights. infobrics.org Indonesia expects to attract more Chinese tourists following the launch of two new direct flight routes connecting Jakarta with the major Chinese economic hubs of Guangzhou and Shenzhen…
(2026-07-18). Supreme Leader says US breaches show signature is. al-monitor.com July 18 (Reuters) – Iran's Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei said in a written statement on Saturday that repeated U.S. breaches of a memorandum of understanding signed by the presidents of Iran and the United States had shown that President Donald Trump's signature was "utterly worthless and devoid of credibility."Washington and Tehran have exchanged strikes after a ceasefire agreement fell apart last week, raising fears of a return to all-out war.
(2026-07-18). Canada prepares to evacuate Ontario community as wildfire smoke chokes US. tribune.com.pk 
The Canadian military was preparing on Saturday to evacuate a remote community of 600 people threatened by forest wildfires that have spread, choking smoke across a broad swath of the United States. | Federal Emergencies Minister Eleanor Olszewski said late on Friday that the armed forces would use aircraft to evacuate the inhabitants of Fort Hope in sparsely populated northwestern Ontario, where some of the most intense fires are burning. | The region has few roads and relies heavily on air travel. Thousands of people have already been evacu…
(2026-07-18). FIFA World Cup: Spain vs Argentina — What to know ahead of the final. aljazeera.com Lamine Yamal and Lionel Messi meet in a clash of generations in Sunday's blockbuster Spain vs Argentina World Cup final.
(2026-07-18). Gold prices rebound in Pakistan as global rates recover. tribune.com.pk 
Gold and silver prices rose in global and local markets after a one-day pause. In the international bullion market, the price of gold per ounce increased by $24 to reach $4,018. | According to the All-Pakistan Gems and Jewellers Sarafa Association (APGJSA), in the local market, the price of gold per tola also increased by Rs2,400 to reach Rs424,236. The price of gold per 10 grams rose by Rs2,057 to reach Rs363,713. | Meanwhile, the price of silver per tola increased by Rs41 to reach Rs6,070. The price of silver per 10 grams also rose by Rs36 to reach Rs5,204. | On Friday, gold prices in Pakistan eased, trackin…
(2026-07-18). Oppose nationalist chauvinism following England-Argentina FIFA World Cup game! wsws.org The FIFA World Cup finals have been severely tainted by their exploitation by the political establishments and mass media of Argentina and Britain to whip up a frenzy of nationalist chauvinism that workers everywhere must oppose.
(2026-07-18). Largest Gathering Of Service Members For Anti-War Protest Since Vietnam. popularresistance.org On July 4, the 250th anniversary of the founding of the United States, more than 500 veterans and military families gathered in the birthplace of the nation to reject what they called the Trump administration's fascist vision for the country's future (including domestic troop deployments and endless war). The coalition—About Face, 50501 Vets, Veterans For Peace, Common Defense, Military Families Speak Out, Fayetteville Resistance Coalition, and CCW—marched under the banner Freedom Over Fascism. | Among them in the streets of Philadelphia were at least a dozen currently-serving members of the U.S. mili…
(2026-07-18). Saturday 7/18: Bohemian Grove Action: Greet the Power Elite. indybay.org Monte Rio. Meet by the Bridge & head to Bohemian Ave. leading to Bohemian Grove.
(2026-07-18). Five football players who rose to social media stardom at the World Cup. aljazeera.com On-pitch heroics and loveable personalities have skyrocketed the social media following of some footballers.
(2026-07-18). Germany upgrades security stance to threat interior minister tells paper. al-monitor.com FRANKFURT, July 18 (Reuters) – Germany is upgrading its security stance to a "high threat level" from a previous"abstract threat level" based on increasing reports and intelligence, the country's Interior Minister Alexander Dobrindt said in a German newspaper interview published on Saturday.• "This means that the risk of attacks must be reckoned with at all times in Germany," he was quoted as telling Welt am Sonntag.• "Plans for attacks against our country are clearly discernible," he added.• He cited risks to German infrastructure, individuals and instit…
(2026-07-18). Watch FIFA World Cup: Messi, Rodri comment ahead of Argentina-Spain final. aljazeera.com Latest match highlights, reaction and previews from the FIFA World Cup 2026 in North America.
(2026-07-18). Tom Mertes: Manufacturing Impunity. newleftreview.org Tom Mertes on Richard Beck, Homeland. Origins and afterlives of America's long War on Terror.
(2026-07-18). Chevron, ConocoPhillips advance Hormuz alternatives. al-monitor.com Oil agreements have been announced or are expected to be signed on Friday, toward the end of Iraqi Prime Minister Ali Al-Zaidi's visit to the United States.
(2026-07-18). Christian Sorace & David Sneath: Steppe Transitions. newleftreview.org Mongolia's diverse ecology was the site of revolutionary transformations in the twentieth century, when the principal source of wealth—the livestock herd—was sequentially the basis of feudal class, collective resource and a privatized asset. The socialist making of a nation-state and its capitalist unmaking—a materialist account.
(2026-07-18). Electoral setback in Colombia opens a new phase of struggle. links.org.au 
The left's razor thin loss in the presidential election in Colombia have set the stage for a new period of social and class conflict in Latin America, writes Ted Zuur.
(2026-07-18). Mainland criticizes Lai for smearing Anti-Secession Law. ecns.cn A Chinese mainland spokesman on Thursday criticized Taiwan leader Lai Ching-te over remarks on the Anti-Secession Law and the Law on Promoting Ethnic Unity and Progress, accusing him of attempting to intimidate the people of Taiwan and create a "chilling effect" on the island.
(2026-07-18). Shanghai Xingshu launches first constellation of its space-based computing project. tribune.com.pk 
Shanghai Xingshu Tiansuan Space Technology Co. on Saturday said it had launched the first constellation of a space-computing project that in total aims to deploy 1,000 satellites in space. | ingshu Tiansuan said the launch marked a step closer to the commercial operation of China's first space-based computing network. | The announcement coincided with Chinese President Xi Jinping's attendance at the World Artificial Intelligence Conference in Shanghai, where he presented Beijing as a champion of a new global AI order. | Read More: China's Xi…
(2026-07-18). Canadian wildfire smoke shrouds US, potential risk for World Cup final. aljazeera.com Plumes of smoke from wildfires in Canada are pouring into major US cities.
(2026-07-18). Palestinian teen footballer dies after settler attack shooting. newarab.com 
A 17-year-old Palestinian footballer died on Saturday, a week after he was shot during an attack by Dozens of mourners dressed in black carried the body of Fadi Hamdallah al-Nassan ⚪ a player for Al-Mughayyir Club and a member of the
(2026-07-18). Mandela's legacy honoured as global day of service. sanews.gov.za Mandela's legacy honoured as global day of service | South Africa is today marking Nelson Mandela International Day — a global day of service observed every year on 18 July to honour the life and legacy of South Africa's first democratically elected President. | People are marking the day by dedicating 67 minutes to acts of community service, while commemorative events are taking place in several countries. | In South Africa, communities, schools, businesses and organisations are taking part in food donation drives, clean-up campaigns, tree-planting initiatives, blood donation drives and volunteer projects…
(2026-07-18). Iraq, US sign 48 agreements during PM's visit. newarab.com 
(2026-07-18). China unveils international AI ethics governance action plan at Shanghai conference. ecns.cn An international AI ethics governance action plan was unveiled at the 2026 World AI Conference (WAIC) in Shanghai on Friday.
(2026-07-18). Tuesday 7/21: The Children Caught in the Trump ICE Crackdown. indybay.org Virtual | RSVP: events.propublica.org/trump-deportation-……
(2026-07-18). Akal Takht acting Jathedar Giani Kuldeep Singh Gargaj in UK for three-day religious visit. ptcnews.tv PTC Web Desk: Akal Takht acting Jathedar Giani Kuldeep Singh Gargaj has arrived in the United Kingdom on a three-day visit at the invitation of Nihkami Seva Trust UK. His visit is focused on participating in Sikh religious programmes and interacting with the Sikh community in the country.On his arrival at London's airport, Giani Kuldeep Singh Gargaj was warmly welcomed by members of the local Sikh community and youth organisations. He was honoured with a traditional siropa and presented with flower bouquets as devotees greeted him with Sikh religious slogans.During his visit, Giani Gargaj will attend a Gurmat Sa…
(2026-07-18). NEET UG 2026 Re-Exam Result Out – Full List of Toppers. ummid.com Aryan Gupta of Punjab and Panshul Bansal of Haryana have jointly secured the Top Rank in the NEET UG 2026 Re-Exam the result of which is announced today i.e. Thursday July 16, 2026.
(2026-07-18). Thursday 7/16: Palestine Working Group. indybay.org Zoom | www.codepink.org/pal_working_group…
(2026-07-18). Tuesday 7/28: Resilient Comedy. indybay.org Eclectic Box | 446 Valencia St (between 15th and 16th Streets) | SF, CA 94103…
(2026-07-18). WATCH: Fox News host jokes about US military rape complex in Asia. thecanary.co 
Fox News journalist Jesse Watters has gone viral after joking about US military "wild animals" overdosing on testosterone and attacking women. Smiling wildly, Watters joked on live TV: The guys that don't need it [testosterone] are gonna take it — to triple boost. And then they're gonna get out there, and women on base — […] | By
(2026-07-18). Many Call Authoritarianism "Un-American." 250 Years of History Show Otherwise. truthout.org The United States turned 250 this year, and the document officiating its birth, the Declaration of Independence, is famous for its opening lines proclaiming the nation's freedom from England and the rights of men. But Rebecca Nagle, a journalist and citizen of the Cherokee Nation, frames the document differently, describing it as a list of grievances growing in ascending order, where Native people… |
(2026-07-18). Modi marvels Melbourne while equality, justice and pluralism plummet back in India. independentaustralia.net 
(2026-07-18). Saturday 7/18: Coffee & Conversation About Reparations. indybay.org International Cafe at 508 Haight Street, San Francisco…
(2026-07-18). DHS Chief Threatens to Imprison Election Officials Who Don't Comply With Trump. truthout.org US Homeland Security Secretary Markwayne Mullin on Friday threatened state election officials with prison time if they do not comply with the Trump administration's "mandatory" changes to how they run their elections. During a press conference, Mullin said that the Trump administration was making so-called "security enhancements" to US elections "mandatory," adding that any uncooperative… |
(2026-07-18). America's Imperial Wars, Then and Now. fpif.org I recently drove to a gas station in Massachusetts to fill my tank with regular gas, the cheapest around, and, to my surprise, given what's going on, it was only $4.59 a gallon. | Okay, okay, I take back that "only" and admit it. It's not good to joke about the nightmare of gas prices these days. But in truth, that may indeed still prove to be the good news, since Donald Trump remains at war (or perhaps at chaos) with Iran, a country a mere 6,300 miles or so from Washington, D.C., and so crucial to American power on this distinctly overheating planet of ours (right?). And even as I was writing this, Iran had inde…
(2026-07-18). Friday Nite Videos | July 17, 2026. portside.org Friday Nite Videos | July 17, 2026 |
(2026-07-18). Trump's speech on the elections: A ruling class in crisis lurches toward dictatorship. wsws.org The speech, manic and at times barely coherent, was the expression of an administration and a ruling class in the grip of a staggering crisis.
(2026-07-18). Indian Workers Are Resisting Efforts to Train Their AI Robot Replacements. truthout.org HR staff claimed the tiny cameras affixed to each tailor's head would mean prospective clients saw the quality of their products and placed more orders, resulting in pay rises for everyone at the garment factory on the outskirts of India's capital. But the workers suspected the real reason was AI. So Ankush Yadav, a young tailor, and his friends pried open the cameras… |
(2026-07-18). UGC NET June 2026 Answer Key: When, Where and How to Check. ummid.com The National Testing Agency (NTA) is releasing on UGC NET official website 'ugcnet.nta.nic.in' the Answer Keys (Provisional) of UGC NET June 2026.
(2026-07-18). Saturday 7/18: Ceasefire Postcards Pop Up. indybay.org 1122 University Ave, Berkeley CA…
(2026-07-18). Trump jokes that England turned Harry Kane into a 'defensive player'. aljazeera.com US President Donald Trump joked that England turned captain Harry Kane into 'a defensive player'
(2026-07-18). Tuchel: England carry 'scars' of World Cup heartbreak into France playoff. aljazeera.com England coach Thomas Tuchel says his side carry the pain of defeat into third-place playoff against France.
(2026-07-18). Climate Change made Historic Wildfire Smoke Event 5X Times more Likely. juancole.com By Jeff Masters, As climate change bakes forests across North America, dense smoke from dozens of out-of-control wildfires burning in northern Minnesota and adjacent portions of Ontario is blanketing tens of millions of people with hazardous pollution. | The fires are bringing the worst air quality on record to much of the Great Lakes, mid-Atlantic, and Northeast United States. Pollution from small particles called PM2.5 — the fine particles l…
(2026-07-18). Iran threatens as two US troops killed. al-monitor.com Iran's supreme leader vowed to teach the United States "unforgettable lessons" on Saturday, as Washington reported its first military deaths since renewing its hostilities with the Islamic republic. | Deputy Iranian foreign minister Kazem Gharibabadi told state TV on Saturday that Washington was "not getting anywhere with these aggressive actions".
(2026-07-18). AEU-Labor government trying to ram through sell-out of Victorian educators: Vote no! Form rank-and-file committees! wsws.org The Committee for Public Education, a rank-and-file educators' network, calls on teachers and educators to repudiate the government-AEU conspiracy against their rights, including by voting "no" in the union's rushed ballot.
(2026-07-18). Vietnam's Next Growth Engine Isn't a Factory, It's the Rulebook. unitedworldint.com By Mehmet Enes Be≈üer Vietnam is entering its next chapter with a soundtrack the world already recognizes: exports rising, industrial parks spreading, ports and highways improving, investors lining up to treat the country as a "China+1" anchor. The machine still runs. The question is whether it can upgrade. Because the next stage of Vietnamese growth …
(2026-07-18). Wednesday 7/22: "End the ICE Age" Campaign Launch Call. indybay.org Online | detentionwatchnetwork.app.neoncrm.com/fo……
(2026-07-18). The operational and humanitarian consequences of disregard for the rules of war are both devastating and accelerating. icrc.org Remarks delivered by Elyse Mosquini, Permanent Observer to the UN, for the High-level Panel 2 of the 2026 ECOSOC Humanitarian Affair Segment in New York, 18 June 2026.
(2026-07-18). China to launch third national survey of people with disabilities in 2027. ecns.cn China will launch its third national sample survey of people with disabilities in September 2027 to obtain more accurate data for policymaking and public services, officials announced on Thursday.
(2026-07-18). Faisal Kapadia takes fans on a trip down memory lane with Strings photos. tribune.com.pk 
Faisal Kapadia shared throwback photos from the early 1990s, reminiscing about Strings' second album and recalling special memories with his original bandmates. | The singer posted a series of images on Instagram from the era of the band's 1992 album Strings 2, reflecting on the time he spent with fellow members Bilal Maqsood, Rafiq Wazir Ali and Kareem Bashir Bhoy. | The first photo shows the four members playfully posing in matching white outfits with ties, while the second features the iconic Strings 2 album cover with the band striking serious, stylised poses. | View this post on Instagram | In the caption…
(2026-07-18). WHYY Newscast for Saturday 10:00 a.m. whyy.org The latest local headlines from WHYY…
(2026-07-18). The fight against the far right in Australia: Lessons from One Nation's history. wsws.org The far-right and anti-immigrant One Nation is a toxic byproduct of the reactionary program implemented by Labor and the corporatised trade union bureaucracy.
(2026-07-18). Labor Activists Mark 92nd Anniversary Of 1934 MPLS Truck Strike At Memorial Event. indybay.org Labor Activists Mark 92nd Anniversary Of 1934 MPLS Truck Strike At Memorial Event and Procession On Sunday, July 19 At 2 P.M. CST…
(2026-07-18). Why Kurdish front is becoming a growing wartime concern. al-monitor.com A Friday Iranian strike on a Kurdish dissident base underscores Tehran's concern that its oldest internal security challenge has now become a wartime vulnerability.
(2026-07-18). India's Nuclear Hydrogen Moment: A World First in Search of a Strategy. moderndiplomacy.eu For decades, India has been working on nuclear energy. India has also been working on clean energy independence for decades. On June 26, both goals were achieved together at one place — Kalpakkam. India inaugurated a hydrogen production facility — the first of its kind in the world — at the Indira Gandhi Centre for …
(2026-07-18). Florida Farmworkers Exposed to Scorching Heat and Pesticides. truthout.org It's shaping up to be another hot Florida summer. Among the most vulnerable are those with the least resources for dealing with the heat: underserved communities and communities of color, who often are excluded from environmental and climate protections. That includes the state's more than 150,000 farmworkers, who are responsible for raising the food that nourishes us. Jeannie Economos is a… |
(2026-07-18). DTE Maha Direct 2nd Year Diploma 2026 Round 1 Allotment – Steps, Link. ummid.com The DTE Maharashtra is publishing on its official website dsd26.dtemaharashtra.gov.in today i.e. Friday July 17, 2026 CAP Round 1 Seat Allotment result of the candidates who have applied for Admission to Direct Second Post SSC Diploma in Engineering, Technology (Polytechnic) for the academic year 2026-27.
(2026-07-18). To Imagine A New Development Theory From The Global South. popularresistance.org In 2015, the United Nations Conference on Trade and Development (UNCTAD) published a paper by the influential economist Robert H. Wade titled 'The Role of Industrial Policy in Developing Countries'. Wade argued that virtually all successful attempts at late industrialisation (such as in Japan and South Korea) used interventionist state policies to foster industrial development and technological upgrading. In 2024, almost a decade later, the United Nations Industrial Development Organisation (UNIDO) released its flagship report 'Turning Challenges into Sustainable Solutions: The New Era of Industrial Policy', whic…
(2026-07-18). Is Yemen sliding back towards civil war. newarab.com 
(2026-07-18). Inside Xishuangbanna: Why are global mayors talking about wild Asian elephants here. ecns.cn Recently, international guests attending the 2026 Global Mayors Dialogue visited Wild Elephant Valley in Xishuangbanna, southwest China's Yunnan Province, praising the region's efforts to protect wild Asian elephants and promote harmony between humans and nature.
(2026-07-18). Young Americans overwhelmingly support Hamas over Israel. thecanary.co 
In the latest embarrassment for Israel and its backers, a poll has shown that young Americans overwhelmingly support Hamas over Israel. This is bad news for the Israeli politicians who think America will give them unlimited support forever. New — who do you support (Age 18-24) Hamas 60%Israel 40% Harvard — Harris #B — RV […] | By
(2026-07-18). UC Healthcare Workers Demand Freedom For Dr Abu Safiya & All Palestine Healthcare Workers. indybay.org UC healthcare workers spoke out at the UC Regents meeting to demand that they support the freedom of Palestinian Dr. Abu Safiya and the more than 400 Palestinian healthcare workers who have been jailed, tortured and face death.
(2026-07-18). Meet Djed Spence, 1st Muslim Playing for England, at FIFA World Cup. ummid.com Djed Spence – the first and only Muslim footballer playing in the England National Football Team, is creating waves all across for his excellent performances, and also the proud display of his faith during the 2026 Football World Cup.
(2026-07-18). Exhibition on Chinese characters opens at National Museum of China. ecns.cn An exhibition titled "Amazing Chinese Characters" opened at the National Museum of China in Beijing on Thursday, featuring more than 270 ancient script artifacts.
(2026-07-18). Nepal's Renewed Gen-Z Reckoning. ummid.com Nepal is witnessing an uncomfortable rerun, less than a year after a youth uprising burned down Singha Durbar and forced KP Sharma Oli from office, the generation that engineered that upheaval is back on the streets – this time against the very leader it helped install.
(2026-07-18). Thea Riofrancos: The New World Climate Order. newleftreview.org An interview about the new parameters of climate politics, with the breakdown of global consensus. As the EU re-opens coal-fired plants and the US shuts down wind farms, China gouges the earth to churn out cheap green-energy products—and is met by anti-extractivist protestors.
(2026-07-18). Anton Jà§ger: Hyperpolitics in Command? newleftreview.org A diagnosis of the scrambled political culture of today's Atlantic elites, with Trump read as symptom as much as cause. Can the concept of hyperpolitics help to decipher the strategic incoherence and foreshortened horizons of the West's fractious ruling-class blocs?
(2026-07-18). Yiwu Airport launches port visa service for eligible foreign visitors. ecns.cn Yiwu Airport in east China's Zhejiang Province launched a port visa service Thursday, allowing eligible foreign visitors with urgent entry needs to apply for and receive visas after landing.
(2026-07-18). Trump administration shields Taylor Farms and Taco Bell, as thousands are poisoned in cyclosporiasis outbreak. wsws.org Federal health officials identified the agribusiness giant behind the worst parasite outbreak in American history, then left it to the company to decide when to tell the public and what to withdraw.
(2026-07-18). The Silver Lining of Trump's Reheated Election Denialism. portside.org The Silver Lining of Trump's Reheated Election Denialism |
(2026-07-18). "We're not animals" : Hundreds turn out for viewing for Lorenzo Salgado, as ICE rampage continues nationwide. wsws.org The line of mourners wrapped around the building, cars continued to pull into the parking lot throughout the evening, and people brought flowers and condolence cards and spoke together in Spanish and English as they waited.
(2026-07-18). South Korea's Far Right Is on the Rise — With the MAGA Movement's Backing. truthout.org South Korea is often regarded as an example of a young and vibrant democracy. Merely two years ago, mass protests thwarted a self-coup attempted by the sitting far right President Yoon Suk-yeol. But due to an array of social factors, the support of wealthy donors like retail tycoon Chung Yong-jin (the chairman of the conglomerate that owns Starbucks Korea), and growing links to the U.S. right… |
(2026-07-18). Guangdong's foreign trade exceeds 5 trln yuan for first time in H1. ecns.cn South China's Guangdong Province saw its total goods trade exceed 5 trillion yuan ($736 billion) for the first time in the first half of 2026.
(2026-07-18). Baltic states cry wolf about Russia while continuously poking 'Bear'. infobrics.org The same people claiming that Moscow is "losing" the NATO-orchestrated Ukrainian conflict also insist that it will "inevitably" attack NATO.
(2026-07-18). Saturday 8/8: Navigating Divorce and Family Law: Support and Solutions (Free Virtual Workshop). indybay.org Family law and divorce can be particularly hard to navigate. There can come up a lot of questions about your children, your safety, your immigration status, and how to navigate the divorce process when you don't have access to funds. For people on dependent visas, and for survivors of abuse, the cost of asking the wrong person can feel higher than the cost of staying silent. | The India Community Center, the Asian Pacific American Bar Association of Silicon Valley (APABA SV), and the South Asian Bar Association of Northern California (SABA-NC) are co-hosting a free virtual workshop with two California attorn…
(2026-07-18). Thursday 7/16: Haiti & The Crisis In The Caribbean. indybay.org 518 Valencia | San Francisco, CA…
(2026-07-18). Indian police forcibly hospitalise activist after 20-day hunger strike. aljazeera.com Police said protesters tried to stop them from seizing Sonam Wangchuk, causing a 'slight commotion'.
(2026-07-18). 23% of Israelis 'considering leaving if Netanyahu re-elected'. newarab.com 
Around a quarter of Israelis have said they would consider leaving Israel if Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is re-elected this year, according to a poll on Israeli television. | According to the Channel 12 poll, 23 percent said yes when asked whether they or any of their relatives are considering leaving Israel if the Likud Party leader won the October elections. | Sixty-eight percent said they would not leave, with the remaining nine percent saying they were unsure. | More than two thirds of survey participants said they opposed various laws passed by the Netanyahu-led governing coalition this week, including…
(2026-07-18). Palestinian agency warns about Israeli plans for more than 1,000 new illegal settlement units in West Bank. tribune.com.pk 
The Palestinian Colonisation and Wall Resistance Commission warned Friday that Israel is advancing new illegal settlement plans in the occupied West Bank involving the construction of 1,024 settlement units on more than 1,069 dunams (1,264.2 acres) of Palestinian land. | The commission said Israeli authorities are accelerating settlement expansion through projects aimed at "entrenching de facto annexation and expanding settlements" across the occupied territory. | It said Israel's Higher Planning Council, operating under the Civil Administration, has discussed nine settlement plans since the beginning of July…
(2026-07-18). The Revolt Against US Payment Monopolies. popularresistance.org On July 15, 2026, Washington announced a new 25% tariff on Brazilian goods, taking effect July 22 — a punishment aimed at protecting U.S. payment monopolies. Pix, Brazil's public instant-payment system, cuts Visa and Mastercard out of millions of transactions. | In July 2025, Trump imposed a 50% tariff on Brazilian goods in a failed attempt to stop the prosecution of former President Jair Bolsonaro, who was later sentenced to 27 years in prison for plotting a coup. When the U.S. Supreme Court struck down those tariffs in February 2026, Washington tried again.