(2026-10-26). US military says it helped Gulf states export 1.5 billion barrels of oil. aljazeera.com US Central Command says more than 3,000 commercial vessels have transited the Strait of Hormuz with its support.
(2026-10-26). Dockworkers in Liverpool, around Europe will block Israeli arms in action against war. skwawkbox.org 
Dockworkers and other anti-Zionists and peace activists will hold a day of action this Friday, in Liverpool and other port cities around Europe, against the UK's continuing support for genocidal Israel, the EU's push for war on Russia, Iran and elsewhere and states' war on essential social support and public services to make the warmongers …
(2026-10-26). Sotto il vulcano (persiano). strategic-culture.su L'Iran e la Russia, entrambi sottoposti a sanzioni che li stanno portando alla rovina, sono davvero più allineati che mai e coordinano ogni cosa su un fronte comune. | Segue nostro Washington, sul fronte ucraino, potrebbe passare alla modalità "salvare la faccia" a tutti i costi. Dopotutto, la portata della sconfitta strategica subita dall'Impero e dall'Occidente allo sbando nel Paese 404 è sbalorditiva. A cià≤ si aggiunga la sconfitt…
(2026-10-26). Pakistan condemns 'reprehensible' Houthi attacks in Makkah, Madinah regions. tribune.com.pk 
Pakistan on Monday strongly condemned "reprehensible" Houthi ballistic missile attacks on October 24 which targeted the Makkah and Madinah regions of Saudi Arabia, including areas in the vicinity of the holy sites, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs said. | In a statement on X, the Foreign Office stated that the attacks constituted "a grave violation of Saudi Arabia's sovereignty and territorial integrity." It added that the attacks demonstrated "a blatant disregard for the sanctity of Islam's holiest sites and the safety of civilians." | On October 24, Saudi Arabia's Civil Defence briefly issued alerts warning o…
(2026-10-26). CDF Munir in Tehran as Makkah pact officials prepare to meet Iranian leadership to ease regional tensions. tribune.com.pk 
The Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR) said on Monday that the Chief of Defence Forces and Chief of Army Staff, Field Marshal Asim Munir is visiting Tehran today on an official visit. | The statement came after the Iranian Foreign Ministry Spokesperson Esmaeil Baghaei said that the meeting between Pakistan, Saudi Arabia, Türkiye, and Iran would tackle the US war on Iran as well as Israel's "expansionist policies" and turmoil in Lebanon. | In a press briefing, he said that the CDF "had proposed holding a four-country meeting." | "Iran agreed to the four-country meeting following Field Marshal Asim Muni…
(2026-10-26). Dakar Rally 2027 moved out of Saudi Arabia amid conflict in Middle East. aljazeera.com Organisers of January's off-road race say it will be relocated due to recent developments in the region.
(2026-10-26). Iran Threatens "War Without Limits" On Israel. popularresistance.org Iran's Army has revealed a new drone that carries a warhead twice the weight of the previous generation, as Tehran threatens a war without limits in retaliation for US-Israeli military operations — MintPress News' Robert Inlakesh looks at the latest developments in the regional war, the economic fallout and weapons that are being deployed on the battlefield. | Yemen's Armed Forces under the command of the Sana'a based government continue to advance upon new positions along multiple fronts, while striking vital targets deep within Saudi Arabia.
(2026-10-26). CDF Munir to attend joint meeting with Saudi defence, Turkish intelligence chiefs in Tehran: IRNA. tribune.com.pk 
Deputy Secretary of Iran's Supreme National Security Council Ali Bagheri announced on Monday that senior officials from Saudi Arabia, Pakistan, and Turkey will travel to Tehran as part of efforts to implement the idea of "endogenous security" in West Asia, according to IRNA. | In an interview carried by ISNA, he is reported to have said that Saudi Arabia's Defence Minister Khalid bin Salman, Chief of Defence Forces and Chief of Army Staff Asim Munir, and Turkish Intelligence Chief Ibrahim Kalin will "attend a joint meeting during their trip to Tehran". | Ali Bagheri, Deputy Secretary of the Supreme National Se…
(2026-10-26). Trump Issues Second Endorsement of Netanyahu, Says the US and Israel Have to 'Finish the Job' Against Iran. news.antiwar.com President Trump on Sunday night put out his second statement endorsing Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu for the upcoming elections in Israel, saying that the US and Israel must "finish the job" against Iran. "To the people of Israel, to those who haven't seen it, I am attaching the Endorsement I gave one week ago …
(2026-10-26). Trump makes explicit remarks about Nicki Minaj at Michigan midterm rally. aljazeera.com Donald Trump made sexually explicit remarks about musician Nicki Minaj who was speaking at a rally in Michigan.
(2026-10-26). Who Bought Scott Wiener & Zionist Crimes In Palestine & The US. indybay.org At a canvassing event of Zionist Scott Wiener, supporters of Palestine spoke out about his role in supporting the genocide and also his backers including Anthropic and other tech billionaires.
theguardian.com (2026-10-25). Lula wins fourth term as Brazil president after historic upset over far-right Flávio BolsonaroLuiz Inácio Lula da Silva, the Brazilian president, has staged a dramatic election fightback, defeating his far-right opponent, Flávio Bolsonaro, to claim a historic fourth term in power.
With nearly 99% of votes counted the 80-year-old leftist received 51.75% of the vote to his 45-year-old rival's 48.25%.
2026-10-26: Bibi One More Time? | Israel Votes on Netanyahu | No Change For Gaza | France Revolts | Brazil Poll
After years of war, destruction and international condemnation, Bibi wants one more chance. But while Israeli politicians fight for power, Palestinians in Gaza are still being killed, displaced and denied the security and normality that others take for granted.
Will the ballot box bring change, or simply put a new face on the same old policies?
(2026-10-26). Friday 10/30: Rally In Solidarity With Global Port Actions Against Genocide, Wars & Attacks On Workers. indybay.org Oakland Shoreline Park | 32777 Middle Harbor Rd, Oakland, CA 94607…
(2026-10-26). No Genocide, Wars & Attacks On Working People Globally, Oakland Rally On October 30th. indybay.org Over 50 ports will be shutting down around the world to protest the genocide, wars and attacks on workers in every country of the world. | There will be a rally at the port of Oakland in solidarity with these actions around the world.
(2026-10-26). Apple Protesters Demand No Blood For Tech! Stop Apartheid, Genocide & Slavery in Palestine. indybay.org
(2026-10-26). Sunday 11/1: Boycott Chevron Picket. indybay.org Join a monthly demonstration at the Chevron in North Oakland, 5500 Telegraph in Oakland | FIRST SUNDAY OF THE MONTH, 1-3 PM (RAIN CANCELS) | Signs and chants will be provided. Bring your energy and tambourines! | Israel's genocide machine couldn't run without power from Chevron. Israel's war on Gaza and Occupation of Palestine contributes to the climate catastrophe. Chevron supplies light and energy via its operation and co-ownership of two major Israeli-claimed fossil gas fields in the Mediterranean. | Chevron's extraction activities are funneling millions of dollars in tax revenues to Israeli government co…
(2026-10-26). Saige England: Our NZ Coalition has joined all the toxic govts of this cruel world who won't call a genocide a genocide. Vote them out. asiapacificreport.nz 
COMMENTARY: By Saige England I cast my vote. Did it today. And I resisted the temptation to dance around the voting floor yelling the rebel yell. I restrained myself. Just. Do we need change? Hell yeah. I came home and played and danced. My election play list goes like this: First up Donovan's "It Must…
(2026-10-26). Trump escalates anti-Muslim rhetoric in fierce attack on El-Sayed. aljazeera.com Trump has launched another fierce anti-Muslim attack on Democratic Senate candidate Abdul El-Sayed.
(2026-10-26). Cuba congratulates Lula on his re-election victory as president of Brazil. radiohc.cu Cuban President Miguel Díaz-Canel congratulated Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva on his victory in Sunday's runoff election, noting that it ensures the continuation of a path toward peace, sovereignty and social justice. | The Cuban president affirmed that Brazil can count on Cuba in the effort to build Latin American and Caribbean unity and integration. | In his victory speech delivered Sunday evening before a huge crowd of supporters in Sao Paulo and after the final results were in, Lula thanked the Brazilian people and highlighted the historic turnout in the runoff. | Lula offered a special thanks to the elderly who…
(2026-10-26). El cubano Moinelo impulsa al SoftBank en la serie japonesa. cubadebate.cu Moinelo entregó la pelota con ventaja de 2-0, construida mediante un cuadrangular solitario de Tomoya Masaki en el tercer episodio y un doble impulsor de Yudai Shoji en el cuarto, pero el relevo dejó escapar su posible victoria.
(2026-10-26). Lula triunfa en el balotaje y tendrá un cuarto mandato al frente de Brasil. cubadebate.cu El presidente de Brasil, Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva ha derrotado al ultraderecha Flavio Bolsonaro en el balotaje celebrado este domingo. Con más del 93 por ciento de las boletas contabilizadas, el político petista había logrado una ventaja superior a los tres puntos. Lula asumiría un cuarto mandato al frente del gigante sudamericano.
(2026-10-26). 65 SNB: Leñadores y Avispas se abrazan en la cúspide oriental. cubadebate.cu Con sus victorias de ayer, Leñadores de Las Tunas y Avispas de Santiago de Cuba igualaron en la cima de la candente liga oriental, ambos con saldo de 11-7, en la 65 Serie Nacional de Beisbol. En su feudo del Estadio Julio Antonio Mella, los tuneros del mánager Abeyci Pantoja noquearon 12-2 a Camagàºey. Se soltaron a batear y no se detuvieron hasta pegar 13 jits, en juego que duró seis innings a causa de la lluvia.
(2026-10-26). Unión Eléctrica estima 1900 MW de afectación para la máxima demanda de hoy. cubadebate.cu Con este pronóstico se prevé para el horario de máxima demanda una disponibilidad de 1030 MW con una demanda máxima de 2900 MW, para un déficit de 1870 MW, por lo que de mantenerse las condiciones previstas se pronostica una afectación de 1900 MW en este horario.
(2026-10-26). Anatomía de la victoria digital de Lula. cubadebate.cu Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva ha conquistado la presidencia de Brasil tras librar una batalla electoral sin precedentes en dos frentes simultáneos: en la arena política, contra el embate de la dinastía Bolsonaro; y en el terreno invisible de las plataformas digitales, contra las lógicas, sesgos y restricciones de los propios algoritmos, en particular los de Meta. No es una dicotomía.
(2026-10-26). Brasil: TSE desmiente a Flávio Bolsonaro ante denuncia de fraude. cubadebate.cu El Tribunal Superior Electoral publicó actas oficiales, registros de asistencia y respaldos en video para desmontar el relato del senador y candidato del Partido Liberal ÔºàPLÔºâ, Flávio Bolsonaro. La autoridad electoral recordó que el área restringida de cómputo opera bajo estrictos protocolos de seguridad y que los representantes acreditados del PL tuvieron acceso garantizado a las zonas de supervisión asignadas durante toda la jornada.
(2026-10-26). Más de 26,6 millones de estadounidenses ya emitieron su voto en las elecciones de mitad de mandato. cubadebate.cu A pocos días de las elecciones de mitad de mandato en Estados Unidos, la participación electoral previa avanza a ritmo acelerado tras registrarse más de 26,6 millones de votos anticipados a nivel nacional, según la más reciente actualización emitida este sábado 24 de octubre por el Election Lab de la Universidad de Florida.
(2026-10-26). øCómo recuperar el valor del trabajo en Cuba? cubadebate.cu La población en Cuba está matizada por indicadores en la dinámica demográfica. El saldo migratorio es negativo. Hay un proceso de envejecimiento poblacional que, por supuesto, incide también en el envejecimiento laboral; más del 50% de la fuerza de trabajo en Cuba tiene como promedio de edad superior a 45 años de edad.
(2026-10-26). Israel extends military barrier through farmland in southern Syria. tribune.com.pk 
Israeli forces continued bulldozing farmland in southern Syria on Sunday to extend a military barrier that Damascus has condemned as a violation of the 1974 disengagement agreement, the official SANA news agency reported. | The work west of al-Hanout Farm in southern Quneitra province involves building an earth berm across privately owned agricultural land as part of the "Sufa 53" fortification project, according to the agency. | Residents fear the work will affect extensive farmland west of the berm, SANA said. | Read: Israeli strike on Gaza university kills three | On October 18, Israeli forces bulldozed aro…
(2026-10-26). Do Palestinians in Gaza expect anything to change after Israel's election? aljazeera.com After years of war, displacement and restrictions, Gazans ask whether Israel's election will affect their future.
(2026-10-26). Monday 10/26: Talk by Bay Area Trauma Surgeon as Eyewitness Volunteer in Gaza. indybay.org Virtual – join from anywhere…
(2026-10-26). Venezuela: Frequently asked questions about our work on detention. icrc.org
(2026-10-26). Watch: Lula 'We had to defeat foreign interference' to win. skwawkbox.org 
Re-elected Brazilian president Lula da Silva, who last night became the first-ever candidate to overturn a first-round deficit to defeat fascist rival Flavio Bolsonaro, has said that he and his supporters had to defeat foreign interference to win. US and Israeli interference Da Silva overcame heavily-funded attempts by the US and Israel to install the …
(2026-10-26). Breaking: roasting of Bolsonaro works as Lula wins 4th term. skwawkbox.org Brazilian presidential incumbent Lula da Silva's feisty approach in the second phase of the election has paid dividends, taking him from a close second after the first phase to a clear win. Lula roasted and mocked fascist Flavio Bolsonaro, forcing Bolsonaro into missteps that allowed da Silva's supporters to run viral campaigns mocking his rival. …
(2026-10-26). In the name of democracy: The EU's war on the enemy within. strategic-culture.su By Hàºseyin DOƒûRU | Join us on , , and . | Contact us: | Built to fight foreign interference, Europe's security apparatus is…
(2026-10-26). In a reverse of the Cold War domino theory, right-wing dominos are falling fast in Latin America. strategic-culture.su By Riva ENTEEN | Join us on , , and . | Contact us: | Some of the remnant socialist governments appear to be sliding toward subservience | "Re…
(2026-10-26). Up in arms… Koreans reject U.S. empire's plan to make South Korea the next Ukraine. strategic-culture.su
(2026-10-26). The Brazilian left has yet to understand the evangelical phenomenon. strategic-culture.su
(2026-10-26). The Iran war and the 'terrible power of the purse'. strategic-culture.su Netanyahu is telling Trump that he needs now to finish the job of destroying Iran | Join us on , , and . | Contact us: | The 'Grand Design' to…
(2026-10-26). Ex-Verdi-Sekretà§r Ralf Krà§mer: "Hochràºstung ist Klassenkampf von oben" strategic-culture.su Erst Sozialproteste, jetzt Friedensdemos: Beide Bewegungen eint mehr, als es scheint. Ralf Krà§mer erklà§rt, warum. Ein Gesprà§ch àºber Krieg, Krise und Kapital. | Nach dem Protest ist davor: am Wochenende folgen in Berlin wie Stuttgart groàüe Friedensdemonstrationen — diese wollen explizit an den DGB-Sozialaktionstag anschlieàüen. | Daràºber sprach Telepolis mit Ralf Krà§mer. Der Sozialwissenschaftler und war àºber zwei Jahrzehnte Gewerkschaftssekretà§r in der ver.di-Bundesverwaltung im Bereich Wirtschaftspolitik. Er ist aktiv in der Initiative "Nie wieder…
(2026-10-26). Pentagon Records Missed Almost Half of Troops' Domestic Abuse Killings. theintercept.com 
"Records are important," said the mother of a woman killed by her Navy colleague. We found nearly twice as many domestic-abuse killings by servicemembers as the DoD listed.
(2026-10-26). McCullum urges England to learn. tribune.com.pk 
England head coach Brendon McCullum said his team must learn from their narrow defeats after Pakistan beat England by one wicket in the ODI tri-series at Gaddafi Stadium Lahore on Sunday, leaving their fate in the tournament out of their hands. | The defeat was England's third in a series of games McCullum believed they could have won, with the coach acknowledging that his inexperienced side needed to improve ahead of next year's World Cup in South Africa. | "Look, the boys are gutted to be honest. They were gutted after the last game and they're even more gutted after this one I think. Fought so hard for so l…
(2026-10-26). PSX sheds 715 points as investors brace for policy rate decision. tribune.com.pk 
Anxiety over a policy rate hike by the State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) at its Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) meeting on Monday overshadowed investor optimism as decline continued at the Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX), with selling pressure dragging the benchmark index down 714.63 points, or 0.44%, to 161,660.24 by 12: 24pm. | Morning trading started with fragile sentiment as the index dropped to 162,347.31, down 27.56 points, or 0.02%, at 9: 34am. The KSE-100 Index touched an intraday high of 162,487.82 and a low of 161,250.06. The benchmark index had closed at 162,374.87 in the previous session. | Read: PSX down 4…
(2026-10-26). JI to march on Islamabad in mid-November if govt fails to end petroleum levy: Hafiz Naeem. tribune.com.pk 
Jamaat-e-Islami (JI) Pakistan Ameer Hafiz Naeem ur Rehman on Monday warned that his party would march towards Islamabad in mid-November if the government failed to abolish the petroleum levy and provide relief to the public. | He also condemned the imposition of an emergency in Khyber-Pakhtunkhwa (K-P), describing it as a violation of human rights, and demanded its withdrawal. | Speaking at a press conference at Mansoorah, Naeem said JI would continue its campaign against the petroleum levy until the government accepted its demands. He acknowledged that the government had provided some relief in petroleum pric…
(2026-10-26). Former army chief Abdul Waheed Kakar passes away in Rawalpindi: ISPR. tribune.com.pk 
Chief of Army Staff (COAS) and Chief of Defence Forces (CDF) Field Marshal Asim Munir on Monday expressed deep sorrow over the passing of former COAS (Retd) General Abdul Waheed Kakar who passed away in Rawalpindi, the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR) said. | According to the military's media wing, CDF Munir, along with all ranks of the Pakistan Army, paid tribute "to the late general's distinguished military career, leadership and invaluable services to the Pakistan Army." | "The Pakistan Army shares the grief of the bereaved family and offers its heartfelt condolences," the ISPR said, adding, "May Alla…
(2026-10-26). There Are No Eternal Allies or Perpetual Enemies. unitedworldint.com In memory of Juan Pablo Cárdenas, colleague and friend who surely would have read this article and would have shared his always insightful opinions and reflections with me. His life and his struggle, his high professional level and above all his superior human qualities beyond question, will always accompany me as an image of the …
(2026-10-26). 'A major difference': Wilmington is giving up to $10,000 for repairs to homeowners with moderate incomes. whyy.org What are journalists missing from the state of Delaware? What would you most like WHYY News to cover? If you own and live in a home in Wilmington that has a leaky roof, faulty electricity or a rickety porch, you could be eligible for up to $10,000 from the city government for repairs. | Under a program that has $500,000 allocated to it through next June, Wilmington says the first-come, first-served initiative seeks to keep residents — especially older ones — in their homes when they can't afford needed fixes. | "We want to make sure that we keep property owners i…
(2026-10-26). Hundreds of rain gardens and 'green' projects later, what is Philly's next plan to stop raw sewage from spilling into local waterways? whyy.org This story is part of the From the Poconos to the Jersey Shore to the mouth of the Delaware Bay, what do you want to know about climate change? What would you like us to cover?
| During sunny summer afternoons, children play and revel in a splash park at the Ferko Playground in the Juniata neighborhood in North Philadelphia. | But during weeks of intense rainfall, their frolicking is disrupted by a nearby waterway that erupts with r…
(2026-10-26). 'Everyone deserves to be remembered': Montco builds resting place for unclaimed remains. whyy.org From Delco to Chesco and Montco to Bucks, what about life in Philly's suburbs do you want WHYY News to cover? Dr. Janine Darby was touring the Montgomery County Coroner's Office in 2023, months before she would be elected to lead it, when she saw something that she said "just kind of made [her] sad." | It was a file room containing shelves filled with the hundreds of unclaimed, cremated remains of people whose deaths the office had investigated. | "I didn't know this existed until I actually saw with my own eyes that this is how we're keeping these unclaimed and abandoned de…
(2026-10-26). Pa., N.J. and Del. to kick off 2027 ACA health insurance open enrollment on Nov. 1 as health costs rise: What you should know. whyy.org 
From Philly and the Pa. suburbs to South Jersey and Delaware, what would you like WHYY News to cover? There's only one time of year when people can shop for health insurance on Affordable Care Act marketplaces and make changes to their plans, and that's during the annual open enrollment period, which begins Nov. 1. | Coverage purchased during open enrollment will take effect on New Year's Day or in early 2027. | Hundreds of thousands of residents in the Delaware Valley will be able to review plans on state-based exchanges like
(2026-10-26). 'On Raglan Road' Sinéad O'Connor with Donal Lunny Band. wibailoutpeople.org 
(2026-10-26). Lula's victory may be a turning point for Latin America. aljazeera.com The outcome of Brazil's presidential election demonstrates that the far-right tide in Latin America is not inevitable.
(2026-10-26). Kimi Antonelli wins US Grand Prix, closes in on F1 championship. aljazeera.com Mercedes's 20-year-old driver can win the championship in Mexico next week if his teammate Russell doesn't win the race.
(2026-10-26). Israel's election: The main issues in the words of the leading candidates. aljazeera.com From judicial reform to conscription, here's where candidates stand on the key issues dominating the campaign.
(2026-10-26). Jordan arrests three suspects in deadly church attack. aljazeera.com Suspects refuse to surrender and attack security forces, who return fire, wound and arrest them, authorities say.
(2026-10-26). The French government is hiding behind a 'riots' narrative. aljazeera.com It is much easier to fearmonger and try to delegitimise the protests than to address students' demands.
(2026-10-26). The Gambia's first blind magistrate tests a system built for the sighted. aljazeera.com For a decade, Muhammed Krubally has shown what is possible and what still needs to change.
(2026-10-26). Israel's election: Five key things to know. aljazeera.com Vote comes as Israel is embroiled in multiple wars, faces international criticism and grapples with domestic divisions.
(2026-10-26). Social video captures moment Brazil's election turned. aljazeera.com Video shot by supporters of the candidates in Brazil's presidential runoff show the moment the result began changing…
(2026-10-26). Bolsonaro calls for Brazil election result to be annulled. aljazeera.com Brazil's right-wing Senator Flavio Bolsonaro has called for the presidential election result to be 'annulled'.
(2026-10-26). US appeals court sceptical of Trump's lawsuit over California voter rolls. aljazeera.com Judge questions Trump-led effort to exert greater influence over the electoral process ahead of upcoming midterm vote.
(2026-10-26). Attackers kill nurse, injure health worker responding to DRC Ebola case. aljazeera.com The attack in eastern Dr Congo is the latest on health workers and responders to the deadly Ebola outbreak.
(2026-10-26). Trump dials up Islamophobia against Abdul El-Sayed at Michigan Senate rally. aljazeera.com Al Jazeera looks at the key takeaways from the US president's campaign event in Michigan ahead of the midterm vote.
(2026-10-26). World reacts to Lula's victory in Brazil's presidential election. aljazeera.com International leaders and politicians congratulate the Brazilian president on his re-election.
(2026-10-26). Ballon d'Or 2026 predictions: Yamal, Mbappe and Kane — who will win? aljazeera.com The winner of the 2026 Ballon d'Or will be crowned at Monday's gala in London, the first time it has been held in Britain.
(2026-10-26). Lula thanks Brazil's youth for historic election win. aljazeera.com Brazil's President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva has won an unprecedented fourth term.
(2026-10-26). Brazil election results 2026: Key takeaways from Lula's historic win. aljazeera.com Lula wins a fourth term after a dramatic run-off marred by voting confusion and allegations of interference.
(2026-10-26). China, Indonesia to hold 'Sharp Knife 2026' army counter-terrorism joint training in Guangdong. ecns.cn The Chinese and Indonesian militaries will hold the "Sharp Knife 2026" army counter-terrorism joint training in South China's Guangdong Province in late October to early November, China's Ministry of National Defense said on Monday.
(2026-10-26). First exhibits arrive at ninth China International Import Expo. ecns.cn The first batch of exhibits for the ninth China International Import Expo arrived at the National Exhibition and Convention Center in Shanghai Monday, as setup for the event enters its final stretch.
(2026-10-26). Exploring autumn beauty amid emerald-green waters in southwest China. ecns.cn As late autumn sets in, the pond's emerald-green waters and surrounding landscapes attract visitors seeking leisure and relaxation.
(2026-10-26). China completes geological hazard inspections near Xizang earthquake epicenter. ecns.cn China's Ministry of Natural Resources has completed inspections of potential geological hazard sites within 50 kilometers (about 31 miles) of the epicenter of a magnitude 7.0 earthquake that struck Baqen County in Nagqu, in southwestern China's Xizang Autonomous Region on Thursday, the ministry said.
(2026-10-26). Over 300 Russian students board special train for study tour in China. ecns.cn More than 300 Russian students departed from Manzhouli Railway Station in north China's Inner Mongolia Autonomous Region at 9: 40 p.m. on Saturday aboard train Y778, bound for Qiqihar in northeast China's Heilongjiang Province.
(2026-10-26). Rescue teams recover valuables in quake-hit zone in Xizang. ecns.cn A 7.0-magnitude earthquake struck Baqen County at 10: 33 p.m. on Thursday. According to official reports, as of 5 p.m. on Saturday, the earthquake had left 16 people dead and 76 injured, including 11 seriously injured and 65 with minor injuries. A total of 12,489 people had been relocated.
(2026-10-26). China to send giant panda Ran Ran to Belgium for conservation research. ecns.cn China will send Ran Ran, a female giant panda born on May 31, 2017, to Belgium to continue a bilateral giant panda conservation and research program, the China Wildlife Conservation Association said on Monday.
(2026-10-26). Earthquake survivors move into temporary housing in Xizang. ecns.cn
(2026-10-26). Power fully restored in quake-hit zone in Xizang. ecns.cn Power was fully restored to the earthquake-hit area of Baqen County in Nagqu City, in southwestern China's Xizang Autonomous Region, at 8: 38 p.m. on Saturday after a magnitude 7.0 earthquake.
(2026-10-26). Wang Shun advances to men's 100m individual medley final at national swimming championships. ecns.cn
(2026-10-26). 20th CPC Central Committee starts fifth plenary session. ecns.cn The 20th Central Committee of the Communist Party of China (CPC) started its fifth plenary session in Beijing on Monday morning.
(2026-10-26). Brazil's presidential election runoff begins. ecns.cn
(2026-10-26). China maintains global lead in shipbuilding industry. ecns.cn China continued to lead the global shipbuilding industry in the first nine months of 2026, with its three major shipbuilding indicators accounting for the largest shares of the global market, according to data released by the Ministry of Industry and Information Technology.
(2026-10-26). China edges U.S. to top group at U-17 Women's World Cup. ecns.cn China defeated the United States 3-2 in their final Group E match at the 2026 FIFA U-17 Women's World Cup on Sunday to finish top of the group with three straight wins and advance to the last 16.
(2026-10-26). China's ports streamline exports as green products reach global markets. ecns.cn China is improving coordination among its seaports, airports and land ports to help manufacturers ship goods overseas more efficiently, as exports of electric vehicles, lithium-ion batteries and other green products continue to expand.
(2026-10-26). Pan Zhanle wins men's 100-meter freestyle swimming title at National Swimming Championships. ecns.cn Chinese swimmer Pan Zhanle wins the men's 100-meter freestyle swimming title in 46.20 seconds at the 2026 National Swimming Championships (25m) in Beijing, Oct. 25, 2026.
(2026-10-26). Yu Zidi wins woman's 200-meter butterfly stroke title at National Swimming Championships. ecns.cn Chinese swimmer Yu Zidi wins the woman's 200-meter butterfly stroke title in 2.03.97 seconds at the 2026 National Swimming Championships (25m) in Beijing, Oct. 25, 2026.
(2026-10-26). Young people account for over half of China's red tourism bookings. ecns.cn Young travelers are becoming a driving force in China's red tourism market, with people aged 18 to 35 accounting for more than half of all scenic-site ticket bookings in the first half of 2026, official data showed.
(2026-10-26). Xi exchanges congratulations with Belgium's King Philippe over 55th anniversary of ties. ecns.cn Chinese President Xi Jinping and Belgium's King Philippe on Sunday exchanged congratulations on the 55th anniversary of diplomatic relations between the two countries.
(2026-10-26). Brazil's Lula wins historic 4th term, rebuffing right-wing wave and Trump's regional agenda. geo.tv Brazil's President and re-election candidate for the Workers' Party , Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva, reacts next to his wife, First Lady Rosângela da Silva and Vice President Geraldo Alckmin after knowing the first results of the presidential runoff election, in São Paulo,…
(2026-10-26). Trump attacks El-Sayed as Obama defends Democrat against claims he is 'less American'. geo.tv Democratic US Senate candidate Abdul El-Sayed and US President Donald Trump. — ReutersEl-Sayed would be first Muslim elected to US Senate.President Trump has sought to paint El-Sayed as extremist.Republican party candidate is former US Representative Mike Rogers.
(2026-10-26). Statement on nuclear weapons to the UN General Assembly's First Committee. icrc.org
(2026-10-26). Sudan: Aerial attacks on populated areas are endangering civilian lives. icrc.org
(2026-10-26). Dnipro: improving continuity of care for prisoners of war through coordination. icrc.org
(2026-10-26). Egypt: ICRC and Al-Azhar University Discuss Common Humanitarian Principles in International Humanitarian Law and Islamic Law. icrc.org
(2026-10-26). Ethiopia: ICRC responds to humanitarian needs amid renewed hostilities in the north. icrc.org
(2026-10-26). Ukraine: Letters from families to prisoners of war. icrc.org
(2026-10-26). Yemen: ICRC supports release of 159 detainees in Sana'a. icrc.org
(2026-10-26). Counterterrorism, IHL and the role of military police. icrc.org
(2026-10-26). National Society Investment Alliance announces 2026 grants to 18 Red Cross and Red Crescent National Societies. icrc.org
(2026-10-26). Nigeria: ICRC-supported health facilities see 18 per cent rise in malnutrition cases. icrc.org
(2026-10-26). Statement on universal jurisdiction to the UN General Assembly's Sixth Committee. icrc.org
(2026-10-26). Donetsk: The quiet that conflict takes away. icrc.org
(2026-10-26). Statement to the UN General Assembly's First Committee. icrc.org
(2026-10-26). Second international expert workshop on the missing under Islamic law. icrc.org
(2026-10-26). Yemen: Health system faces mounting pressure as fighting intensifies. icrc.org
(2026-10-26). Nigeria: A day in the life of a nutritionist on the frontline against hunger. icrc.org
(2026-10-26). Middle East: ICRC president calls for de-escalation and protection of civilians. icrc.org
(2026-10-26). Tree of Solidarity: A Tribute to Humanitarian Workers. icrc.org
(2026-10-26). First to Arrive, Last to Leave: Stories from Iran's Red Crescent Responders. icrc.org
(2026-10-26). ICRC president underscores role of international humanitarian law as foundation for global peace and stability in Audience with Pope Leo XIV at the Vatican and President Mattarella in Rome. icrc.org
(2026-10-26). Ukraine: Humanity as a lifelong mission. icrc.org
(2026-10-26). Frequently asked questions: AI and cyber operations in armed conflict. icrc.org
(2026-10-26). Frequently asked questions: AI decision-support systems in armed conflict. icrc.org
(2026-10-26). Sunday 11/1: Film Screening: Kikuyu Land. indybay.org San Francisco Main Library, Koret Auditorium | 100 Larkin Street | San Francisco, CA 94102…
(2026-10-26). Animals, Both Human and Canine in Rallies and March to End Animal Testing. indybay.org Congress called on to pass the COMPACT Act (H.R.10522), a bipartisan bill that would end federal funding of dog and cat experiments…
(2026-10-26). FEMA administrator tells Americans you're on your own. indybay.org The partially collapsed Bay Bridge between Oakland and San Francisco from the 1989 Loma Prieta earthquake was repaired with help (money) from FEMA, in addition to the work done on the collapsed Cypress Freeway in Oakland after the earthquake occurred. The treacherous Trump regime does not want FEMA to help us out after disasters anymore.
(2026-10-26). Milan Prepares and Braces for Unrest. indybay.org As protesters plan another action in Milan, the Meloni government sends troops to the city to avoid a repeat of last weeks riot whil estill not addressing the public's concerns.
(2026-10-26). Ami Chen Mills – An Interview with Candidate for Santa Cruz Mayor. indybay.org Audio interview with Ami Chen Mills, candidate for Santa Cruz, California mayor in Nov. 3, 2026 runoff election.
(2026-10-26). Tuesday 10/27: Who Controls the Ballot Box? The Authoritarian Fight for Federal Control of Our Votes. indybay.org Virtual – join from anywhere…
(2026-10-26). Wednesday 11/4: Protect the Vote Interfaith Gathering and March. indybay.org 10am – First Unitarian Church of Oakland, 685 14th St., Oaklnad, CA | 11am – March to Federal Building, 1301 Clay St., Oakland, CA…
(2026-10-26). Tuesday 10/27: Come to a Ballot Party! indybay.org Park Branch : Library | 1833 Page/Cole…
(2026-10-26). Friday 10/23: ICE Out of The Bay Emergency Rally at Highland Hospital. indybay.org Highland Hospital main entrance | Stuart St & East 31st St | Oakland, CA…
(2026-10-26). "Say No To Blood Tech" At Apple With Fired Apple Worker & Organizer Tarik Ra'ouf. indybay.org Apple has a sordid and criminal role from Palestine to the Congo and Apple tech organizer Tarik Ra'ouf talks about it's role internationally and in the United States where it shuts down stores and fires workers who want to have a union.
(2026-10-26). Sunday 11/1: End the ICE Age: Butterflies of Remembrance. indybay.org In front of Olympus Bakery on Castro | 135 Castro St | Mountain View, CA 94041…
(2026-10-26). Monday 10/26: No Monarch Monday: Weekly Protest at Tesla in San Francisco. indybay.org At the Tesla Dealership, 999 Van Ness (corner of Van Ness and O'Farrell), San Francisco…
(2026-10-26). Hundreds of Captive Mink Liberated From Idaho Fur Farm. indybay.org Second Massive Liberation of Captive Mink This Season…
(2026-10-26). Saturday 10/24: Lompico Pond Restoration Project (LPRP) Volunteer Workday. indybay.org Lompico Pond (aka "Guacamole Pond" officially "Lake Lompico") | ~ 11603 Lakeshore Dr. (Felton CA 95018) near Lake Blvd…
(2026-10-26). Hormuz Gas Crisis: 15.5 mn. EVs sold Globally this Year. juancole.com Ann Arbor (Informed Comment) — Globally, sales of battery-electric (BEVs) and plug-in hybrid (PHEV) vehicles in the first nine months of 2026 came to 15.5 million units, according to Benchmark Mineral Intelligence, as reported by
(2026-10-26). Israeli Squatter-Settler Terrorism against West Bank Palestinians and all the Excuses. juancole.com
(2026-10-26). Serbia's student movement brings down President Vucic's government, ends decade-long rule in historic upset. ptcnews.tv PTC News Desk: The student alliance 'Student List' has won the election in Serbia, defeating the party of former President Aleksandar Vucic, who is considered close to Russian President Vladimir Putin. Vucic, was the candidate for prime minister after resigning from the presidency in September.According to Vucic, the student coalition secured at least 135 of the 250 seats in parliament, while his party was projected to win around 105 seats.The student alliance received approximately 2.2 million votes, compared with 1.72 million votes for Vucic's, party. However, the final official results have not yet been annou…
(2026-10-26). Canada: 15 Punjabi-origin candidates elected to British Columbia assembly as Conservatives sweep polls. ptcnews.tv PTC News Desk: Fifteen candidates of Punjabi origin have paved their way into the British Columbia provincial assembly, 12 of them Conservatives and three NDP, according to Canadian media reports.The Conservatives made significant gains in Surrey, British Columbia, home to one of the largest Punjabi communities outside India, winning all 10 electoral ridings in the city."A blue wave has officially engulfed Surrey and White Rock," the Surrey Now-Leader reported, highlighting the party's sweep of the region.Among the winners, Mandeep Dhaliwal retained Surrey North, a seat he won in 2024 by defeating NDP minister R…
(2026-10-26). Lula da Silva, staunch critic of Trump, scripts history with fourth presidential term in Brazil. ptcnews.tv PTC News Desk: Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva has won an unprecedented fourth term, defeating Senator Flávio Bolsonaro, the eldest son of former president Jair Bolsonaro. The result reportedly went against opinion polls and came amid a wider rise in right-wing politics across Latin America.The victory marks another comeback for the 80-year-old left-wing leader, who previously served as president from 2003 to 2011 before returning to power in 2022 by defeating Jair Bolsonaro.Lula overcame public concerns over rising prices, corruption scandals and his government's performance to secure another term…
(2026-10-26). Lula da Silva wins runoff and retains Brazil's presidency. radiohc.cu In an historic electoral victory, Brazilian leader Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva won Sunday's presidential runoff election, securing 51.77 percent of the valid votes. | In doing so, the Workers' Party candidate defeated ultra right-wing Senator Flávio Bolsonaro, of the Liberal Party, who received 48.26 percent of the valid votes. | STORY IS DEVELOPING… | [ SOURCE: PRENSA LATINA ]…
(2026-10-26). Trump prepares new onslaught on Iran in defiance of mass opposition to war. wsws.org The Trump and Netanyahu administrations are in the final stages of preparing a massive new assault against Iran, in advance of elections in which both leaders are expected to face major electoral setbacks.
(2026-10-26). Department of Justice files suit to block certification of Alaska Senate vote—but only if Republican loses. wsws.org The unprecedented lawsuit, defying the US Constitution, is the first overt action by the Trump administration to challenge the results of the midterm election.
(2026-10-26). Hundreds of thousands of protesters defy Macron government's repression in France. wsws.org Many demonstrations were banned or confronted with massive police deployments. The result was a debacle for the French government.
(2026-10-26). The Left Party's silence on Bogdan Syrotiuk. wsws.org This silence is no accident. It is an expression of the political role of the Left Party and a warning to all those who regard it as an opposition to war, social cuts and fascism.
(2026-10-26). SEP candidates in the Victoria election in Northern Metropolitan. wsws.org The SEP candidates are campaigning to build a socialist movement against war, austerity, attacks on democratic rights and the destruction of working-class living standards.
(2026-10-26). New Zealand: SEG candidate advances socialist perspective at Hutt South forum. wsws.org Tom Petterson put forward the SEG's socialist program in opposition to the agenda of war and austerity that is shared by National, Labour and their allies.
(2026-10-26). A socialist perspective to fight against war and austerity! Attend the SEP's Victorian election campaign launch! wsws.org The Socialist Equality Party will launch its Victorian election campaign at a public meeting on November 1, advancing a socialist alternative to war, austerity and the rise of the far right.
(2026-10-26). Fourth insolvency in 6 years leaves 12,000 Galeria workers facing store closures in Germany. wsws.org Galeria's latest insolvency shows that the concessions and "restructuring contracts" negotiated by the Verdi union have neither saved jobs nor stopped the plundering of the company by investors.
(2026-10-26). David North opens fall lecture series with meetings at Wayne State and Michigan State universities. wsws.org Dozens of students and workers in Detroit and East Lansing attended each meeting and took part in serious discussions on war, the Democratic Party, and the fight for socialism.
(2026-10-26). Postal worker silenced by union official, management for exposing safety hazards. wsws.org An NLRB ruling found that the USPS had illegally restricted the rights of rank-and-file postal workers to independently organize and solicit grievances over safety issues.
(2026-10-26). Bradford White strikers reject third sellout deal by nearly 62 percent. wsws.org This was a vote of no confidence in the conduct of the strike by the UAW, which has worked with management to impose concessions through open threats.
(2026-10-26). Opposition leader Luisa González arrested in Ecuador. wsws.org The jailing of the candidate who twice ran against President Noboa, five weeks before elections from which her party has been barred, marks a new stage in the criminalization of political opposition.
(2026-10-26). After the COB's betrayals, Bolivian workers launch new wave of struggles against fuel hikes and IMF austerity. wsws.org Twice this year the COB bureaucracy called off general strikes only to be answered by new government attacks.
(2026-10-26). This week in history: October 26-November 1. wsws.org Japan authorizes overseas military deployment for the first time since WWII; South Africa's apartheid regime declares the Bantustan of Transkei "independent"; US Navy aircraft kill more than 500 in a bombing raid in North Korea; Fascist dictator Benito Mussolini survives an assassination attempt in Bologna.
(2026-10-26). CPJ, partners urge Indonesia to reform military justice law to end impunity for crimes against journalists. cpj.org Jakarta/Amsterdam, October 26, 2026—The Committee to Protect Journalists (CPJ), Free Press Unlimited (FPU), and Medan Legal Aid Institute (LBH Medan) urge the Indonesian president and lawmakers to uphold the recent Constitutional Court ruling and promptly amend the 1997 Military Justice Law, a crucial step toward ensuring justice for the killers of Tribrata TV journalist Rico…
(2026-10-26). Open letter: Mr Gavoka, don't present your personal theology as the 'voice of the Pacific'. asiapacificreport.nz COMMENTARY: By Senia Burr Mr Gavoka, with respect, you do not speak for the "entire Pacific Islands" when you say the Pacific identifies with Israel because the relationship is "biblical, ageless and real". That statement is historically careless, theologically shallow and politically dangerous. Christianity came to Fiji through the Wesleyan Methodist tradition in the 19th…
(2026-10-26). Fiji 'worse off today', former PM warns, as Rabuka's constitution overhaul faces backlash. asiapacificreport.nz 
By Kelvin Anthony of RNZ Pacific Mahendra Chaudhry, Fiji's first and only prime minister of Indian descent, has warned that the island nation is "worse off today than we were at independence" and that its political leadership must focus on solving social and economic issues rather than "making multiple constitutions". Chaudhry made the comments over…
(2026-10-26). The Red Army Umbrella: A pine tree for those who never came home. ecns.cn "The local Tibetan people named this pine tree 'Red Army Umbrella,' hoping it will remain evergreen and guard the heroic spirits." Ma Hua, a red culture education instructor, recounted that her grandfather witnessed Red Army soldiers sacrifice their lives while crossing Jiajin Mountain in Southwest China's Sichuan and later told the story to the local Tibetan people.
(2026-10-26). One lamp, one surname — A beam of light and three generations of devotion. ecns.cn "Our entire family is Tibetan, and we have always spoken the Tibetan language within our family. Originally, our family had no Han surname. But my grandfather said that we must engrave the Red Army's kindness forever in our family's name and let it forever flow in our blood," recalled Ma Hua, a museum instructor at Baoxing County, Ya'an City, Southwest China's Sichuan Province.
(2026-10-26). Xi calls for new achievements on new Long March at ceremony commemorating 90th anniversary of Long March victory. ecns.cn A grand assembly marking the 90th anniversary of the victory of the Long March of the Chinese Workers' and Peasants' Red Army was held on the morning of Oct. 22 at the Great Hall of the People in Beijing. Xi Jinping, general secretary of the Communist Party of China (CPC) Central Committee, Chinese president and chairman of the Central Military Commission (CMC), delivered an important speech. He stressed that only by remembering history can a brighter future be created. Xi urged the whole Party, the entire military and the Chinese people of all ethnic groups to rally more closely around the CPC Central Committee,…
(2026-10-26). (W.E. Talk) James Laurenceson: Australia must remain as deeply connected to China as possible. ecns.cn In recent years, Australia-China relations have continued to improve and develop, with trade and people-to-people exchanges giving important impetus to the development of bilateral relations. Yet challenges remain to deepening cooperation, including geopolitical tensions, differences in strategic perceptions and issues surrounding research collaboration.
(2026-10-26). Forum on Collaborative Innovation in the Intelligent Connected NEV Industry Chain held in Chongqing. ecns.cn The Forum on Collaborative Innovation in the Intelligent Connected NEV Industry Chain was held in Chongqing on Friday.
(2026-10-26). Chinese memory chipmaker rejects Apple orders. ecns.cn Chinese chipmaker ChangXin Memory Technologies (CXMT) has declined to supply memory chips to Apple, the technology news outlet Wccftech reported Sunday.
(2026-10-26). China congratulates Lula on his victory in presidential runoff. ecns.cn China congratulates Brazilian incumbent President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva, candidate of the ruling Workers' Party, on his victory in the presidential runoff, a Chinese foreign ministry spokesperson said on Monday.
(2026-10-26). Iceland's Foreign Minister to visit China. ecns.cn At the invitation of Wang Yi, a member of the Political Bureau of the Communist Party of China Central Committee and Chinese foreign minister, the Minister for Foreign Affairs of Iceland àûorgerà∞ur Katrín Gunnarsdóttir will visit China from October 26 to 31, a Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson announced on Monday.
(2026-10-26). China's installed wind and solar power capacity tops 2,010 GW. ecns.cn China's combined installed wind and solar power capacity reached 2,010 gigawatts (GW) at the end of September 2026, the National Energy Administration said on Monday.
(2026-10-26). Australia's regional AI skills gap needs paid workplace trials. onlineopinion.com.au Teaching workers to use AI is easy. Teaching them when to distrust it could be regional Australia's real skills shortage.
(2026-10-26). Judged against our time: seven assessment questions. onlineopinion.com.au How often are we struck by the stark symbols of extravagant wealth that are seen daily right beside the horrid injustice of poverty?
(2026-10-26). Trump has achieved his objective on the Ukraine peace talks: total confusion. gilbertdoctorow.com
(2026-10-26). Vote young yet govern much later: West African youth's struggle for power. globalvoices.org
(2026-10-26). Lula's extraordinary victory in Brazil. links.org.au 
Lula's re-election in Brazil is the most important defeat for the far right in recent times, and its impact will be felt worldwide, writes Iain Bruce.
(2026-10-26). A dangerous liaison looms in Québec. links.org.au 
The PQ's return to power raises the prospect of a right-wing alliance, renewed austerity, and difficult choices for the left, write Andrea Levy and André Frappier.
(2026-10-26). How to Organize Accommodation, Meals, Activities, and Costs for a Gatlinburg Trip. moguldom.com A trip to Gatlinburg TN, can be one of the easiest vacations to enjoy and one of the hardest to arrange, especially once the group grows past a handful of people. Everyone wants the same thing, which is a few relaxed days in the mountains, but getting there takes a surprising amount of coordination. Someone …
(2026-10-26). How to Pick the Right Pigeon Forge Stay When an Indoor Pool Is Non-Negotiable. moguldom.com Planning a trip to Pigeon Forge gets easier once you know one thing for sure: weather in the Smokies loves surprises. One minute you're heading out for mountain views, the next you're dodging rain or dealing with a chilly evening in early spring or late fall. If you want your trip to stay fun no …
(2026-10-26). France's pouvoir d'achat crisis. mronline.org 
The crisis in France stems from the degradation of public services under austerity, yet government debt is the result of capitalist crises, not state spending, explains Michael Roberts.
(2026-10-26). 'Gig companies take the position their workers aren't employees who have rights'. mronline.org 
CounterSpin interview with Terri Gerstein on gig workers' rights.
(2026-10-26). Kadyrovism: New Paradigm for Islam in Secular States? muslimskeptic.com For a certain generation of Muslims, particularly Millennials and those on the younger end of Generation X, Chechnya occupies a distinctive place in the collective political imagination. This symbolic significance cannot be reduced to the fact that Chechens were perceived as "European" or "white Muslims." After all, Bosnian Muslims (or Bosniaks) had already experienced ethnic …
(2026-10-26). France's Student Revolt: Gangster Capitalism And The War On Youth. popularresistance.org Across France, Spain, India, Belgium, and other parts of the world, young people are taking to the streets, giving voice to a growing international revolt against the destruction of public education, the collapse of social protections, the erosion of democratic rights, and the cruel politics of austerity. Despite their different national histories, these struggles share a growing anger at the savage machinery of neoliberal capitalism, its abandonment of the young, its concentration of wealth and power in the hands of ruling elites, its embrace of militarism, and its systematic destruction of the public institutio…
(2026-10-26). Albania's Protests Show No Signs Of Backing Down. popularresistance.org The months-long protests in Albania have reached a new escalation, with university students strengthening their mobilization since mid-October. | Concerns about study expenses, poor employment prospects, and low wages have added impetus to a movement that has demanded the resignation of Prime Minister Edi Rama and urgent action on the widespread corruption weighing on the country. | "Students have brought the Flamingo Revolution into a new phase," wrote the Solidarity Albania platform. "In a capital where living costs devour 170% of the median net wage, public universities are starved to force youth into economic…
(2026-10-26). eThekwini warns residents of severe thunderstorms. sanews.gov.za eThekwini warns residents of severe thunderstorms | The eThekwini Municipality has urged residents to take precautions following a Level 2 severe thunderstorm warning issued by the South African Weather Service effective from Sunday, 25 October, until Monday evening, 26 October 2026. | The forecasts indicated widespread and severe thunderstorms across the province, with the eThekwini region expected to be significantly affected. | Heavy downpours, strong damaging winds, excessive lightning, and hail are anticipated, posing a serious risk to life, property, and infrastructure. | The anticipated thunderstorms may r…
(2026-10-26). Mashatile visits Bronkhorstspruit to assess water conditions. sanews.gov.za Mashatile visits Bronkhorstspruit to assess water conditions | Deputy President Paul Mashatile will visit Bronkhorstspruit in the City of Tshwane Metropolitan Municipality, Gauteng, on Monday, following reports of gastrointestinal illness linked to contaminated water in the area. | The visit forms part of the work of the Inter-Ministerial Committee (IMC) on Water and Sanitation, chaired by the Deputy President. The committee coordinates government interventions to address water and sanitation challenges, strengthen accountability and accelerate responses to service delivery concerns affecting communities. | "Duri…
(2026-10-26). President Ramaphosa congratulates Brazilian President on re-election. sanews.gov.za President Ramaphosa congratulates Brazilian President on re-election | President Cyril Ramaphosa has, on behalf of the government and people of South Africa, extended his warm congratulations and well wishes to Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva on his re-election for a historic fourth term. ⚪ In a statement on Monday, President Ramaphosa described President Lula's re-election as a victory that extends beyond Brazil, highlighting its significance for the Global South and progressive forces around the world. ⚪ "On behalf of the government and the people of South Africa, I congratulate my dear brother…
(2026-10-26). Mandela Bay urges further water quality testing at St Albans. sanews.gov.za Mandela Bay urges further water quality testing at St Albans | The Nelson Mandela Bay Municipality has called for further water quality testing at St Albans Correctional Facility, following concerns raised about the safety of drinking water at the institution. ⚪ According to the municipality's routine water quality monitoring records, no incidents of compromised water quality have been reported in St Albans. ⚪ However, the municipality warned that this should not be interpreted as conclusive proof of the water quality at every point of consumption within the correctional facility. ⚪ The municipality in the Eas…
(2026-10-26). Eskom continues sustained generation recovery. sanews.gov.za Eskom continues sustained generation recovery | Eskom generation recovery continues to bear fruit, with the power utility's Energy Availability Factor for the financial year-to-date reaching 68.1%, representing approximately 6424MW of additional available generation capacity as compared to three years ago. ⚪ The sustained recovery has resulted in less reliance on diesel-fired Open-Cycle Gas Turbines (OCGTs), contributing to a R4.81 billion year-on-year reduction in diesel expenditure. ⚪ "Unplanned outages have improved by 6.89% year-on-year, representing approximately 3115MW of generation capacity returned to s…
(2026-10-26). Peshawar to clear bazaars. tribune.com.pk 
Authorities have decided to launch a large-scale operation against encroachments across Peshawar. Police and other law-enforcement agencies have been brought on board for the drive. Illegal constructions in the city have already been identified. | Special focus will be placed on making Qissa Khwani Bazaar and other historic markets of the inner city more organised, clean, spacious and people-friendly. | Deputy Commissioner Peshawar Afaq Wazir, accompanied by officers from law-enforcement agencies, visited Qissa Khwani Bazaar and other key markets of the walled city. During the visit, the team assessed the exte…
(2026-10-26). Peshawar school collapse exposes gaps in safety. tribune.com.pk 
Tahir Khan managed to pull several children alive from the rubble of a collapsed private school in Peshawar's Dir Colony, but the tragedy left him with an unbearable loss: he could not save his two nephews and a niece, who were among the children caught in the disaster. | More than 30 children died in the heartbreaking incident, while several others sustained injuries. Khan, an eyewitness who helped rescue children from the debris, said the loss of his own family members had left him devastated and demanded severe punishment for those responsible. | "What is the point of running a school like this? It would be…
(2026-10-26). Another Shangla youth dies in coal mine. tribune.com.pk 
Another young man from Shangla has lost his life while working in a coal mine, adding to a grim toll that has claimed 83 local miners this year alone. | Hanifullah, son of Momin Khan and a resident of Mian Kalle, Pirabad in Darra Adam Khel, was engaged in labour at a coal mine when the fatal accident occurred. | News of his death plunged the locality into mourning. An announcement for his funeral prayer was made at the mosque in Mian Kalle, Pirabad. Hanifullah's body is the 83rd Shangla miner to die in coal-mine accidents this year and the third such fatality in just the past week. | The relentless sequence of…
(2026-10-26). Federal harmony 'a stroke of good fortune'. tribune.com.pk 
Khyber-Pakhtunkhwa Governor Faisal Karim Kundi on Sunday said harmony with the federal government was a welcome development and a stroke of good fortune for the province, stressing that K-P could not function without the federation's cooperation. | Speaking to the media after attending a gathering in Swabi, the governor said the province's problems could only be resolved through joint efforts with the centre. Promoting cordial and brotherly relations with the federation and other provinces was among his top priorities, he added. | Kundi noted that six months was a long period and that everyone must fight terro…
(2026-10-26). Suspect in businessman's murder sent to jail. tribune.com.pk 
(2026-10-26). Road caught in cycle of excavation. tribune.com.pk 
The Sargodha Road has been excavated for the fifth time in two and a half years, disrupting traffic, affecting local businesses and raising questions about coordination among the development agencies. | Residents said the municipal corporation had reconstructed the road about six months ago. However, sinkholes had appeared at the same location on four previous occasions, in March 2024, June and November 2025 and February this year. The Water and Sanitation Agency (WASA) carried out repairs following the incidents, but the underlying problem apparently persisted. | Excavation of the same stretch has been starte…
(2026-10-26). 5 killed, eight injured in motorway collision. tribune.com.pk 
Five wedding party members, including a couple and a woman, were killed while eight others, including children, were injured when a car collided with a coaster on the M-4 Motorway near Sahianwala Interchange on Sunday. | According to police, the coaster carrying wedding guests from Narowal to Khachian, Barnala, collided with the car travelling from Faisalabad towards Pindi Bhattian near Ganna Bridge in the Faisalabad Industrial Estate Development and Management Company area. | The coaster overturned onto the car, killing five people on the spot. | The deceased were identified as car driver Riffaqat Ali, 50, hi…
(2026-10-26). LPG sells for Rs570 per kg in Lahore. tribune.com.pk 
Residents of the city are struggling with soaring liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) prices, with vendors selling the fuel for as much as Rs570 per kilogramme despite the official rate of Rs279, adding to the financial pressure on households already grappling with rising living costs. | Consumers said some LPG vendors had suspended open sales following government action to control prices but continued selling the gas discreetly to customers willing to pay high rates. | A resident, Muhammad Ali, criticised the government for failing to regulate LPG prices and ensure supplies at affordable rates. | Another citizen sa…
(2026-10-26). CM approves film royalty law. tribune.com.pk 
Preparations have been finalised for the launch of Pakistan's first state-of-the-art Film City on December 15. | According to an official statement, Key decisions aimed at reviving the film industry, promoting modern filmmaking and restoring Lahore's position as its centre were approved at the first meeting of the Punjab Film Authority, chaired by Senior Minister Marriyum Aurangzeb. | Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz Sharif has approved the formulation of Pakistan's first royalty law for the film industry and directed that it be presented at the next meeting of the authority. | She has approved a rebate of 35 per c…
(2026-10-26). Bride shot dead on wedding reception day in Gujranwala. tribune.com.pk 
(2026-10-26). Over 9k doctors seek postgrad admission. tribune.com.pk 
A total of 9,008 doctors appeared in…
(2026-10-26). Border curbs cloud Bhagwant Mann invite. tribune.com.pk 
An invitation to Indian Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann for the upcoming World Punjabi Conference in Lahore is facing uncertainty over whether cross-border travel policies will permit the leader to attend the event. | Conference Chairman Muddasir Iqbal Butt confirmed that an invitation had been made to Mann but said his participation remained uncertain because of restrictions and policies governing travel between Pakistan and India. | The final decision, he said, would rest with the relevant authorities on both sides. | Butt said the organisers were working with Punjabi language and culture advocates…
(2026-10-26). Ring Road drivers face steep fines. tribune.com.pk 
Lahore Ring Road Authority (LRRA) has increased fines for traffic violations, adding to the financial burden on commuters already grappling with high inflation and penalties imposed by city traffic police and Safe City Authority cameras. | The revised penalties cover offences ranging from driving without a licence and speeding to illegal parking, overloading, using tinted windows and crossing roads on foot. | Several fines have increased substantially, including the penalty for driving without a licence, which has risen tenfold from Rs500 to Rs5,000. | The increase comes as the Ring Road police intensify enfor…
(2026-10-26). Gold, cash stolen from trader's house. tribune.com.pk 
Burglars stole 10 tolas of gold jewellery and Rs500,000 in cash from the house of trader Ramesh Kumar on Sunday. | The theft occurred in Maheshwari Mohalla while the family had locked the house and visited a shrine in village Jhapio. | Upon returning, family members found the locks broken and discovered the valuables missing.
(2026-10-26). Residents raise alarm over 'narrowing of Nehr-e-Khayyam'. tribune.com.pk 
Residents of Clifton Block 5, joined by environmentalists, architects, engineers and public representatives, inspected Nehr-e-Khayyam for the third consecutive Sunday, expressing concerns over ongoing construction, newly erected barricades and the waterway's drainage capacity. | During the resident-led site inspection, participants observed and documented the installation of three to four rows of concrete box drains, each measuring three metres, which residents said had narrowed the waterway from its original 120-foot width to approximately 50-60 feet. | Residents demanded the disclosure of project documents,…
(2026-10-26). DNA mix-up prompts second exhumation in honour killing case. tribune.com.pk 
A court-supervised second exhumation was carried out on Sunday to collect fresh forensic samples from the remains of a 21-year-old woman allegedly murdered in the name of honour in Jamshoro district, after the first attempt failed to establish her identity through DNA testing because the grave had reportedly been wrongly identified. | The exhumation of Zulekhan was conducted at Jiye Shah graveyard under the supervision of Second Civil Judge and Judicial Magistrate Aamir Riaz Rasool Memon. A medical board comprising Additional Police Surgeon Dr Muhammad Adeel Rajput, Dr Madiha Sheikh, Dr Asad Memon and other of…
(2026-10-26). MQM-P threatens street protests over prolonged power cuts. tribune.com.pk 
Muttahida Qaumi Movement-Pakistan (MQM-P) lawmakers have threatened to launch protests against K-Electric over prolonged power outages in Karachi, alleging that residents are being subjected to outages lasting up to 18 hours a day despite paying exorbitant electricity bills. | In a statement issued from the party's Bahadurabad headquarters, the lawmakers expressed outrage over prolonged announced and unannounced load-shedding in the country's economic hub, accusing the authorities of turning a blind eye to the crisis. | They said Karachi contributed billions of rupees to the national exchequer every day, yet i…
(2026-10-26). Youth shot by alleged cop in Nazimabad. tribune.com.pk 
A young man was injured in an alleged police shooting in Nazimabad No 2 on Saturday night after police personnel reportedly mistook him for a robber, according to the victim and his family. | The family alleged that the personnel took the injured man, Shorim, to Abbasi Shaheed Hospital and left him there before disappearing. He was later shifted to JPMC, where he is receiving treatment. | The victim and his relatives further alleged that the personnel harassed them after the shooting and took away their motorcycle and mobile phone. The District Central police have yet to issue an official account of the incide…
(2026-10-26). No, New York Times, California's Climate Has Always Been a Land of Flood, Drought, and Fire. wattsupwiththat.com The lesson of California history is not that nature was once benign and humans somehow broke it. The lesson is that California has never been climatically benign.
(2026-10-26). Seoul 'fabricated' landmine blast, North Korea tells UN in letter. aljazeera.com South Korea blames Pyongyang for September landmine blast, but North Korea says incident a 'sinister obstructive move'.
(2026-10-26). Two storms slam northern Europe, cut power to 150,000 homes. aljazeera.com Storms Boelo and Austen kill a man in Scotland and cut electricity to homes in the UK, France and Germany.
(2026-10-26). Netanyahu rival Eisenkot holds final rally before Israeli election. aljazeera.com Gadi Eisenkot, Benjamin Netanyahu's rival in Israel's upcoming election, held his final campaign rally on Sunday.
(2026-10-26). Lula holds off far right with victory in Brazil presidential election. aljazeera.com Leftist president mounts stunning comeback after unexpected first-round loss galvanised supporters of Flavio Bolsonaro.
(2026-10-26). Photos: Lula supporters flood streets in celebration of historic win. aljazeera.com Avenues and squares in Rio de Janeiro and Sao Paulo filled with crowds dressed in red, celebrating democracy.
(2026-10-26). Sunday 11/1: Día de Muertos Celebración: Ceremony, Ofrenda, Son Jarocho & Food! indybay.org La Peña Cultural Center, 3105 Shattuck Ave. Berkeley, CA 94705…
(2026-10-26). Requiem for French Theory reviewed: A Marxist reckoning. cpusa.org 
Review of Aymeric Monville, Gabriel Rockhill, Jennifer Ponce De León, As a brief on the contradictions within French Theory (FT) and the material forces that sustained and circulated it in U.S. academic circles, this little book is worth reading. It is organized as an edited transcription of an interview featuring Jennifer Ponce de León as interviewer and philosophers Gabriel Rockhill and Aymeric Monville as interviewees. In this discussion, FT…
(2026-10-26). Colombia's government claims Petro exploited 48 women as president. colombiareports.com The administration chief of Colombia's President Abelardo De la Espriella told Congress that former President Gustavo Petro hired at least 48 women who were "trapped and exploited" for presidential parties. During a hearing, DAPRE director Carlos Andres Rios claimed that Petro had 48 women "working in the Presidency, who were unfortunately exploited through temporary work …
(2026-10-26). "Brazil and Colombia need each other," says De la Espriella. colombiareports.com Colombia's President Abelardo de la Espriella recognized the election victory of his Brazilian counterpart Luiz Ignacio Lula, who defeated far-right candidate Flavio Bolsonaro on Sunday. In a post on social media platform X, the Colombian President said that "in the Colombian presidential campaign, President Lula openly supported Ivan Cepeda, and I won. In the Brazilian …
(2026-10-26). Down but not out, Québec solidaire must repurpose its role. links.org.au 
Richard Fidler introduces two articles by Parti de la rue members critically analyzing the challenges ahead for Quebec working people and Québec solidaire after the October 5 election result.
(2026-10-26). Hundreds Of Thousands Protest In France Amid Heightened Police Security. popularresistance.org Paris, France — Hundreds of thousands of people across France have marched in a second wave of mass protests against deteriorating school conditions and the rising cost of living. | France's Ministry of Interior said 410,000 people protested nationwide on Saturday, including 110,000 in Paris. The CGT, one of France's largest union confederations, put both figures at nearly double the official totals. In the capital, a cheerful demonstration started at Porte d'Italie before reaching the Porte de Vincennes, along the Boulevards des Marechaux, by 5pm local time (15: 00GMT). | Towards the end of the march, as ni…
(2026-10-26). Somalia: As El Niño floods loom, millions could face further hardship and hunger. icrc.org
(2026-10-26). Sudden Stratospheric Warming, Powerful El Niño Combination May Lead To Extreme Europe Cold, Energy Crisis! wattsupwiththat.com Extreme cold threatens Europe, energy crisis… When two of the planet's most powerful climate phenomena align in an unprecedented surge, atmospheric scientists pay close attention.
(2026-10-26). Sunday 12/6: Holiday Mercado – Indoor Holiday Market – Berkeley, CA. indybay.org La Peña Cultural Center, 3105 Shattuck Avenue, Berkeley, CA 94705…
(2026-10-26). Saturday 11/21: My Heros Have Always Killed Colonizers: A Night to Honor Resistance. indybay.org La Peña Cultural Center, 3105 Shattuck Avenue, Berkeley, CA 94705…
(2026-10-26). Sunday 11/22: 20 Years of Thangs Taken: Rethinking Thanksgiving. indybay.org La Peña Cultural Center, 3105 Shattuck Avenue, Berkeley, CA 94705…
(2026-10-26). Friday 11/13: Empowering Women of Color Open Mic – Berkeley, CA. indybay.org La Peña Cultural Center, 3105 Shattuck Avenue, Berkeley, CA 94705…
(2026-10-26). Mbappé Seals Real Madrid's Victory in the Spanish Football Clásico. radiohc.cu Havana, October 25 (RHC) — Real Madrid defeated Barcelona 2-1 today at the Spotify Camp Nou, breaking the Blaugrana's unbeaten run and turning the Clásico into a high-tension battle, resolved by Kylian Mbappé. | The French striker opened the scoring in the 41st minute with his tenth goal of the season, a blow that momentarily silenced the Barcelona fans and allowed Real Madrid to take the lead. | Barcelona, champions of La Liga and the Spanish Super Cup, found their answer in the 61st minute when Raphinha capitalized on a Pedri pass after a corner kick to level the s…